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As the government shutdown continues, Fairfax County is committed to connecting residents with helpful resources tailored to individual circumstances. Below are details on key programs and how to access them.
Tax Payments: Any taxpayers who are unable to pay their county taxes will be handled on a case-by-case basis and offered a payment plan, so their account is not sent to collection. Call 703-222-8234 (English and Español), TTY 711, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Health and Human Services: The Human Services Resource Guide connects residents with thousands of nonprofit and government services. Listings include detailed service descriptions, eligibility requirements, locations (maps and directions) and contact information.
Child Care
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Families enrolled in SACC and the Beyond the Bell pilot program who are unable to make payments should contact the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services to discuss options. Call 703-449-8989 or email saccregistration@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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Families in the CCAR program who are having difficulty making payments should reach out to CCAR staff at 703-449-8484 or email CCARInfo@fairfaxcounty.gov to explore resources and support available.
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Families enrolled in the ECCC program who are unable to make payments should reach out to staff to discuss options. Call 703-449-8989 or email saccregistration@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Washington Gas: The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, provides grants to help families pay for their gas bills. The program application reopened through the Department of Energy and Environment.
Housing: Federal employees and contractors can’t be evicted or foreclosed on during a federal government shutdown, under state law.
Pets: Residents in need of pet food or other pet resources may visit the Animal Shelter’s Pet Resource Center webpage for a comprehensive list of resources and support.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Hybla Valley Community Center (7950 Audubon Ave)
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If the federal government shutdown continues, November SNAP benefits may not be issued. October SNAP benefits are not affected by the federal shutdown and have been distributed as expected. At this time, it is unclear whether benefits will be issued retroactively once the shutdown ends.
We recognize this may cause significant challenges for many of our SNAP households. Fairfax County is committed to supporting our community through these uncertain times. Resources are available if you need food or other financial assistance:
As of now, other public assistance programs such as Child Care Assistance and Referral (CCAR), Medical Assistance (Medicaid), and LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) are not affected. We do not have updated guidance from the state about impacts to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. Follow SNAP updates: https://bit.ly/SNAP-UPDATES
| | It is both an honor and a privilege for me to serve as your representative on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Thank you for the opportunity to serve. | | |
Rodney L. Lusk
Franconia District Supervisor
| | One of the best parts of my job as Supervisor is getting to know you in your communities. I would like to attend your next homeowner, civic, or citizen association meeting to share information and hear what's important to you. If there is a community association meeting or event you would like me to attend, please contact my office at 703-971-6262. | | If this email was forwarded to you, consider signing up for my email list to receive newsletters and other important announcements. | | |
Please take a few minutes to explore the new Talent Capital website – the platform, housed at COG, combines technology with personalized, human-centered support from partners across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia to help residents navigate career transitions and connect with meaningful employment opportunities.
Read about the new initiative below:
| | Federal Workforce Resource Hub | | |
Fairfax County is home to around 80,000 federal employees and thousands of federal contractors. The Federal Workforce Resource Hub serves as a resource to help navigate current and future issues for residents, government employees, active military/veterans, contractors, nonprofits and businesses who may be affected by actions, changes or disruptions to federal services or employment.
Northern Virginia is stepping up for recently unemployed federal employees and contractors with major new resources.
Key Updates
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The new Talent Up Northern Virginia (NOVA) initiative is fast-tracking careers for our region's workforce, specifically targeting displaced federal employees and contractors impacted by recent reductions i.e. laid off on or after January 24, 2025.
This program acts as a bridge, offering transitioning job seekers a paid professional training program, personalized career coaching, and direct job placement assistance. The focus is on high-demand fields like IT, Health Care, Project Management, and the Public Sector. To learn more and apply, visit the Talent Up website.
NCS October Open Hire Event
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To see salary information, detailed job descriptions and a list of other job openings, please visit NCS’ jobs page or this Open Hire flyer.
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
- Heritage Center - 7611 Little River Turnpike, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
- Lake Anne, 11484 Washington Plaza West, 5 - 7 p.m.
| FCPS Operational Career Fair and Networking Event | | Community Foundation Raise the Region Gala - October 17 | | |
Comprised of donor established funds and other charitable endowments, the Community Foundation invests and administers these funds in partnership with its donors and other leaders. In 2024 the Community Foundation awarded more than $10 million in grants and scholarships.
Monticello Woods Civic Association - October 18
| NVBIA Legislative Breakfast - October 21 | |
Northern Virginia Building Industry Association (NVBIA) outlined the building industry’s legislative priorities for the coming year and presented strategies to expedite housing production.
Second Story Beacon of Hope Breakfast - October 22
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With Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez (second from right)
Second Story programs include an emergency home for teens in crisis, a safe place for young mothers experiencing homelessness, services for high school students and other youth experiencing homelessness, after-school programs, and more. I appreciate the work that Second Story does at the Springfield Resource Center in the Franconia District.
| United Community Job Fair & Career Expo - October 22 | | |
Thank you to the county agencies and private companies that presented at the United Community Job Fair and Career Expo at the Workforce Innovation Skills Hub. In addition to networking, participants attended seminars on artificial intelligence, resume and interview preparation, and more.
Presenters
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Shirley Contracting
Scott Management, Inc.
Anchor Remodel
Service Master NCR
Savida Health
Adecco
Children and Youth Services (CYS)
Buildmo
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department
Labor Finders
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Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services
Tu Family Medical Services and Dental
Alexandria City Public School
MVB Banking
Home Instead
INOVA
Navy Federal
| | Kingstowne Residential Owners Corporation Annual Meeting - October 22 | | Wonder Food Hall Ribbon-Cutting - October 23 | | Wonder Food Hall (7001 Manchester Boulevard) is a way for diners to try dishes from celebrity chefs and nationally acclaimed restaurants on the same order. | | Springfield Overlook Community Art Day | | |
Make your mark on Springfield! Join us for a fun, creative hour to help paint our brand-new community mural at the Springfield Overlook.
When: October 25, 2025, 3 to 4 p.m.
Where: Sixth floor of the Springfield CBC Commuter Garage
7039 Old Keene Mill Road
| | Beulah St Sanitary Sewer Repair Update | | |
Update on the ongoing emergency sanitary sewer replacement project at Beulah Street: The emergency replacement work will be completed by Friday, October 31st.
During the project, an adjacent sewer line (marked on the map) was identified, originally planned for replacement at a later date. To minimize disruption to the public and proactively address any potential risks of pipe failure, replacement work for this additional sewer line will continue as part of the current mobilization.
It is estimated that the additional sewer line replacement work will go on until mid to end of December (weather permitting). During this work, the contractor will continue to maintain normal sewer flows and the connected residents will not experience disruption in sewer service. However, during work hours, the construction will require temporary modifications of traffic flow and proper signage/traffic control will be in place in accordance with VDOT lane closure requirements.
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Franconia-Springfield Study Community Meetings
The first meeting will be an open house–style meeting, featuring interactive stations with display boards where participants can share input and ideas about the community’s future. The second meeting will be a webinar–style meeting, walking participants through similar materials and offering an online survey to gather the same type of feedback collected at the in-person event.
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Harmony Place Mobile Home Community
Planning Commission Public Hearing: November 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
Board of Supervisors Public Hearing: December 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Read the staff report.
Department of Planning & Development
Community Meetings for Congregate Living Facilities
Learn about Potential Changes to Regulations for Congregate Living Facilities
On November 10 and 12, virtual community meetings will be held to discuss proposed updates to the Zoning Ordinance regarding congregate living facilities. A congregate living facility provides housing and supportive services in a supervised setting to individuals requiring those services. These changes would affect where such facilities may be located and how they are defined and reviewed.
Save the date to join one of the following community meetings on Microsoft Teams:
- Monday, November 17, at 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 18, at 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Each meeting will include the same content. The different dates and times are offered to provide flexibility for attendees. No registration is required.
As directed by the Board of Supervisors, county staff is developing a Zoning Ordinance amendment to update the definition, use permissions, and development standards for congregate living facilities. The proposed changes would revise the definition to clarify the types of populations served and expand where these facilities may be located, while ensuring compatibility with surrounding land uses.
Visit the County website to get meeting details and see additional project information: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/zoning-ordinance/congregate-living-facilities.
Public hearings on these Zoning Ordinance amendments have not been scheduled.
If you cannot attend the meetings, recordings will be available afterwards. If you have any questions or comments, email jennan.qato@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-324-1314.
| | Click to expand and view links | | NOW OPEN: Early Voting at the Franconia Governmental Center | |
Election Day
November 4, 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
To vote on Election Day you must cast your ballot at the polling location in the precinct where you are registered to vote or complete a same-day registration process at the polling location for the precinct in which you live now. To find your precinct go to Where to Vote.
| | FCPS Community Boundary Review Meetings | | |
Please note dates have changed.
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Final Wave Complete: FCPD Reels in Nearly 50,000 Citations and Warnings
The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) has concluded the 2025 “Road Shark” campaign, issuing nearly 50,000 citations and warnings to dangerous drivers on Fairfax County roadways over the last five waves. This represents a 43% increase from 2024, when officers issued approximately 35,000 citations and warnings. During the final wave, conducted from October 13 through October 19, officers issued 10,565 citations and warnings, to include more than 900 for speeding violations.
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Since March, Fairfax County officers and Virginia State Troopers have remained dedicated to promoting safer roadways by educating drivers and enforcing traffic laws. The Road Shark campaign continues to have a measurable impact across the county, resulting in hundreds of arrests for Driving While Intoxicated and hundreds of citations for Reckless Driving and the Unlawful Use of Handheld Devices While Driving.
As the campaign concludes, FCPD reminds all drivers to plan ahead, stay focused behind the wheel, obey posted speed limits, and never drive under the influence.
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Visualize 2050 is the next iteration of the National Capital Region Transportation Plan for the Washington DC, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia region. The plan is a milestone of an ongoing transportation planning process highlighting the region’s planned investments through the year 2050 to address transportation issues and achieve regional goals. The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) is the designated metropolitan planning organization overseeing the development of Visualize 2050.
The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board (TPB) voted on October 15, 2025, to defer final consideration and not include the I-495 Southside Express Lanes (SEL) project in Visualize 2050.
Be a part of the region's transportation future! Public comment period open October 23-November 21, 2025. Get involved.
Comment on three draft documents:
- Visualize 2050 National Capital Region Transportation Plan
- FY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
- Visualize 2050 Air Quality Conformity Analysis Report
| | Free Halloween Weekend Lyft Rides | | |
Offered by the nonprofit Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), the 2025 Halloween SoberRide® program will be in operation from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am on both the evenings of Friday, October 31 (Halloween) and Saturday, November 1, 2025 as a way to keep local roads safe from impaired drivers during this traditionally high-risk period.
During these two days, area residents age 21 and older celebrating with alcohol may download the Lyft app to their phones then enter the SoberRide® code in the app’s ‘’Payment’ tab (under the ‘Add Lyft Pass’ option) to receive their no-cost (up to $15) safe transportation home. (One offer per user.) WRAP’s 2025 Halloween SoberRide® promo code will be posted at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 31st on www.SoberRide.com.
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Friends of Huntley Meadows Park
Photo Contest & Fundraiser
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The Friends of Huntley Meadows Park Photo Contest is a nature-themed photography contest that benefits Huntley Meadows Park. All submission fees and sales (if you choose to include yours for sale) go directly to support park staff, events, and equipment. Contestants may submit photos November 3 - December 8, 2025.
Rules:
Each photo entry should be of a subject taken within Huntley Meadows Park during the 2023, 2024 or 2025 calendar year. Prints should be mounted on a firm mat board. The print itself should not exceed 16” x 20” in size. The photo should not contain watermarks or any other means of identifying the photographer when viewed. We will apply labels with photographer’s info next to the photo when exhibited. The addition and subtraction of objects is not permitted. Images that were altered by using Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not permitted.
Entry Donation:
$5 per entry with a maximum of 3 entries. You can pay online or bring check / cash when you drop off your photos). If you pay online, please include a copy of the payment receipt when you drop your photo(s) at the Huntley Meadows Park Visitor's Center.
Enter the contest: https://forms.gle/uvHUEBxAkc6dj3aW8
Contact:
Liz Train, FOHMP President, lizzietrain@gmail.com
FOHMP: friendsofhmp@gmail.com
| | Vacuum Leaf Collection begins November 1 | | |
Fairfax County crews will make three collection rounds through January 2026.
Stay in the know:
Look for bright yellow neighborhood signs with QR codes to check real-time status.
Remember:
- Place only leaves at the curb (no sticks, rocks, or trash).
- Keep piles clear of cars, drains, hydrants, and mailboxes.
- Yard waste collection ends December 24.
| | Celebrate Fairfax Recycles Day | | |
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Whether it’s winter coats, batteries, eyeglasses or electronics, unwanted recyclables can be dropped off when the DPWES Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP) hosts the upcoming Fairfax Recycles Day event.
The event is FREE for county residents.
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Backlick VRE parking lot, 6900 Hechinger Drive, Springfield, VA 22151
The following hard-to-dispose of items will be accepted:
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Small E-Waste (no bigger than 24” X 24”): Computers – laptops – desktops - hard drives - toner and ink cartridges - cell and smart phones – power supplies - audio equipment – mice keyboards – servers
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Please NO Cathode Ray Tube monitors or TV sets!
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Household Batteries: This includes single use (AAA, AA, A, C, D, 9-volt) and rechargeable (Lithium-Ion)
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Glass Bottles & Jars: Clean, with or without lids on
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Books: Only books with ISBN code. Please NO encyclopedias, magazines, or water-damaged books.
SWMP is partnering with the Lions Club and ECHO to accept these donations:
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Eyeglasses: Frames with single focal lenses are preferred.
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Winter Jackets: Adult and child sizes please, clean and new or gently used. NO stains, tears, missing buttons, broken zippers.
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Housewares: Operational microwaves and vacuums, Pots and Pans
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New or gently used linens: Towel sets (bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth), Sheet sets for Queen, King sizes, Comforters for King, Queen, Full, Twin
Attendees can stop by the Touch-a-Truck area for an opportunity to check out some of the large vehicles and heavy equipment used by DPWES and other county agencies, such as a fire engine, flusher truck, CCTV truck, and trash and recycling trucks.
For more information about this event, go to https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/publicworks/recycling-trash/fairfax-recycles-day.
For the latest recycling and zero-waste updates, subscribe to the Fairfax Recycles newsletter and follow us on Facebook and X @ffxpublicworks.
| | "Talk Trash" About the Plastic Bag Tax | | |
Effective January 1, 2022, disposable plastic bags provided at point of sale to consumers at grocery stores, convenience stores and drugstores in Fairfax County are subject to a five-cent tax.
Revenue from this tax is being collected by the Virginia Department of Taxation and disbursed to each locality monthly. Fairfax County’s plastic bag tax ordinance tracks both enabling legislation passed in the 2020 session of the Virginia General Assembly, as well as guidelines adopted by the state Tax Commissioner.
The legislation requires that the plastic bag tax be collected by the retailer at time of purchase, with revenue to be allocated toward:
- Environmental cleanup programs
- Pollution and litter mitigation programs
- Educational programs on environmental waste reduction
- Provision of reusable bags to recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) benefits
| Learn about a few of the environmental initiatives funded by these monies | | 2026 Shark Tank Technology Challenge | | Fairfax County’s Department of Neighborhood and Community Services is now accepting entries in the Fairfax Area High School Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge. Initial proposals are due Dec. 19, 2025. | | |
Open to all students in Fairfax County, Fairfax City and the City of Falls Church, the 2025-26 challenge invites youth to develop an innovative device or app that will have a positive impact in the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers or wounded warriors. A winning device should enhance independence and life enjoyment for the target audience, foster social connection and help reduce isolation, and be truly innovative – either by introducing something new to the marketplace or significantly improving an existing product.
The winning students will be recognized with cash awards provided by sponsor IntegrityOne Partners. Winners will also be recognized by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors at a spring 2026 reception.
In the challenge, students make a pitch for funding to corporate leaders, community leaders and County supervisors. The winning pitch for the 2024-25 challenge came from Varsha Ayala and Eesha Viswanathan from The Madeira School in McLean. The team developed RapidX, a wearable health device that allows paramedics to retrieve patient data instantly, improving emergency response outcomes.
The competition is an initiative of the Fairfax 50+ Community Action Plan, which was passed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in 2014. It supports Fairfax County’s Economic Success Program that seeks to grow and diversify the economy through innovation, social equity and expansion of science, technology, engineering and math education.
Key Dates:
- December 19, 2025 - Deadline for initial proposals
- February 25, 2026 - Deadline for full submissions
- April 10, 2026 – Board of Supervisors reception for challenge winners
Please visit the Shark Tank Technology Challenge website for more details, including a detailed application packet. For additional assistance, email NCSTechChallenge@fairfaxcounty.gov.
| | Scams Evolve and Change -- Be Aware & Protect Yourself | | |
AARP estimates there are about 80 scams going on in our community at any one time. Learn how to recognize a potential scam and educate yourself about some of the ones our local law enforcement have seen in our neighborhoods recently.
Credit Card Skimming: Fairfax County detectives from the Police Financial Crimes Unit recently uncovered a credit card skimming operation that targeted ATMs and payment devices inside stores across the Richmond Highway corridor. Credit card skimming devices are often small, discreet and designed to blend in seamlessly with legitimate card readers. They can be found at ATMs, gas pumps and even self-checkout machines.
Jury Duty Scams: Court officials issued a warning to residents about a surge in jury duty scams. Residents, both from Fairfax County and surrounding jurisdictions, have reported receiving phone calls, voicemails and emails claiming they have missed jury duty, specifically federal grand jury duty. These communications falsely indicate that citations or arrest warrants have been issued and threaten the recipients with arrest by deputy sheriffs if they do not respond immediately to fix the supposed issues or click the link to ‘reschedule’.
Fire Inspector Scam: The Office of the Fire Marshal has received multiple reports of scam attempts by fire inspector impersonators demanding payment in order to keep a business open. Inspectors will NEVER contact a residence or business and demand payment. When inspections require payment, it will ONLY be collected through the Planning and Land Use System (PLUS). Inspectors will always be in uniform and have Fire Marshal identification. While Fairfax County codes apply to everyone, routine inspections do not take place in detached homes, townhomes, etc. If you have a question about the validity of an inspection or fee, contact the Office of the Fire Marshal at 703-246-4803. If you believe you have been scammed, contact your local police department and report it online.
It is impossible to list all of the known scams in one place, but being aware of current scams, and well-known warning signs, can help keep you, your information and your money safe. Learn more on the Scams topics page.
| | Help Improve LiveHealthy Fairfax Dashboard | | |
Do you live, work, or play in Fairfax County, Falls Church City, or Fairfax City? Have you recently used community health data? If so, please take the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) 5-minute survey to help improve the LiveHealthy Fairfax Dashboard.
FCHD wants to know:
- How you use community data
- Your experience with the LiveHealthy Dashboard
- How FCHD can make this resource more useful
- Whether you'd like to share detailed feedback in interviews or group discussions
Help FCHD create a resource that meets the needs of our community. Take the survey.
| | Community Input Needed: Consolidated Plan | | |
The Consolidated Plan details Fairfax County’s plans for using federal housing and community development funds to provide safe, affordable housing and suitable living environments, and to increase economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income households in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is collecting information to inform the next plan, which will cover fiscal years 2027-2031. To provide input, take the online survey.
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October 14 to November 14: Fuel Assistance Program applications accepted (Visit CommonHelp or call 855-635-4370)
October 24: Fairfax Food Council (FFC) Youth Representative application deadline (Complete the application)
October 30: Student Congressional App Challenge submission deadline (Learn more)
November 1: Vacuum leaf collection begins (Learn more)
November 8: Fairfax County Kimchi Festival (Learn more)
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