The Board recognized McLean High School Girls Softball Team. | |
At Tuesday's meeting, the Board designated the McLean High School Girls Softball Team for their state championship and recognized retiring elected officials, including outgoing Board members Penny Gross and John Foust, for their service to the community.
I presented the following Board Matters:
The Board also took the following actions:
Countywide
- Authorized the advertisement of a public hearing on February 6th, 2024 on a proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment related to Outdoor Dining.
- Approved a resolution endorsing projects for submission to the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission for FY 2025-26 I-66 Inside the Beltway Choice Program which includes Capital Bikeshare expansion around the Vienna Metro Station and Dunn Loring Metro Station.
- Approved funding allocations for pedestrian and bicycle improvement projects and maintenance.
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The Board recognized Supervisors Gross and Foust for their contributions to the community. | |
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To prepare for the winter season, my office is hosting a Winter Gear Donation Drive through January 12th and you're invited to be a part of this heartwarming effort.
With the cold weather settling in, there are many in our community in need of warm winter gear. The collected items will benefit the Committee for Helping Others, Fairfax F.I.S.H., Second Story, and Lamb Center.
Donations can be dropped off at the Jim Scott Community Center (3001 Vaden Drive) from Monday to Saturday, 9am to 10pm. If you or your HOA/organization is interested in helping collect donations, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to coordinate with you.
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Help make a difference by donating essential menstrual supplies such as tampons and pads. My office is hosting a Tampon Tree through December 29th and we encourage you to drop off your donations at the Providence District Office, 3001 Vaden Drive.
Collected items will support Bringing Resources to Aid Women's Shelters (BRAWS.)
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Help make the holidays a little brighter for Oakton High School students who are in need and their families. Please check out their holiday wish list and consider signing up to provide gifts to be dropped off at Oakton High School on Monday, December 11th between 7:30 am to 10 am.
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Santa's Ride has been collecting toys to be donated to area hospitals and local charities. Help the County's Police Department spread the joy by donating new and unwrapped toys, books, or games at any police district station through December 11th. | | | |
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The Mason Police District Station is collecting new toys and pajamas through December 14th. Help Officer Gary Claus spread joy in our neighborhoods that could use an extra dash of happiness!
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The County's Fire and Rescue Department is participating in the 2023 Toys for Tots Campaign which collects new unwrapped toys to be distributed to children in need. You can drop off your donations at any fire station through December 17th.
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The Fairfax County Police Department's Victim Services Division remains dedicated to assisting child victims and witnesses of domestic and sexual violence. They are currently holding a Gift Card Drive and a Pajama Drive to distribute to the families they serve. Learn more below.
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Health and Human Services Updates | |
Hypothermia Prevention Program
Since 2005, the Hypothermia Prevention Program has prevented death and serious injuries among Fairfax County's most vulnerable residents by ensuring that no one should sleep outside during the winter months. The program is available to any adult in need of immediate shelter. The 2023-24 program will run through March 31st, 2024. Hours of operation may vary per location.
If you see someone who is unsheltered and you think they are at risk of hypothermia, call the County's non-emergency police number at 703-691-2131. A police officer will conduct a wellness check.
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George Mason Provides Mental Health Services for the Community
Mason’s new Center for Community Mental Health, located at 9900 Main Street, suite 400, Fairfax, VA, provides evidence-based, accessible, affordable, and culturally sensitive therapy and testing services to those in need, regardless of income. The center sees children as young as age 5, and works with community members of various ages, including addressing the mental health needs of veterans. The center’s Emotional Help Line provides FREE, anonymous, confidential support in both English (703-215-1898) and Spanish (703-914-3878). The line is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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New Healthy Communities Dashboard
In support of the County's Strategic Plan, a new Healthy Communities dashboard has been launched. The dashboard focuses on metrics that will be monitored throughout the implementation of the plan and that will inform future decision-making.
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Urgent Need for Blood Donors
Multiple traumatic incidents and other medical emergencies have left Inova's blood inventory for Type O blood critically low. They are in need of all blood types, but a boost to the supply of Type O will help patients in need significantly. Call 1-866-256-6327 or visit the link below to schedule an appointment.
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Hot Wheels Champion
The Hot Wheels Champion Experience is racing into Tysons Corner Center this month! Hot Wheels Champion Experience combines exhilarating digital and hands-on play in a 16,000 sq ft immersive environment. Visitors of all ages will imagine, create, and experience Hot Wheels like never before.
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Teens in Action
Winter break is coming up and the Teens in Action program will be available to offer recreational activities for youth ages 12-18. Free nutritious lunches and snacks are served.
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Puppet Show Coming to Frying Pan Farm Park
Join Master Puppeteer Bob Brown in a jolly, fun-filled romp through a winter wonderland as his delightful trick marionettes perform incredible feats of skill and daring that will leave your young audience shouting with laughter! Fun and fantasy – mirth and merriment, giggles and amazement all mixed together to the sound of your favorite holiday music.
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Santa Claus is Coming to Parks!
A dash of sparkle, a pinch of holiday spice, and a sprinkle of magic — find this recipe for the perfect holiday in Fairfax County parks this season. The Fairfax County Park Authority is hosting events perfect for one and all.
Enjoy holiday decorations, gather around the campfire, stargaze, birdwatch, meet Santa, find the perfect holiday gift, don a tacky holiday sweater for a skate/dance party, take a tour by candlelight or lanternlight, or take part in a magical round of mini golf.
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The popular First Hike Fairfax Photo Contest returns for 2024! Grab your coats and cameras and join the fun on New Year's Day along more than 334 miles of Park Authority trails.
To participate, visit any FCPA trail on January 1st, 2024, take a photo to commemorate the experience, and submit it online before noon on Tuesday, January 2nd.
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Two-Degree Challenge
Heating your home can take a lot of energy, which often means higher electricity or natural gas bills over the fall and winter months. The U.S. Energy Information Administration has estimated that over 40% of annual energy consumption in American homes is for heating.
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Tips for a Greener Holiday Season
Did you know that the average American household creates 25% more waste during the holiday season? This is the perfect time of year to add a couple of easy, green traditions to your festivities!
- Choose reusable or recyclable wrapping for your gifts. Reusable wrapping could be a basket, a decorative fabric wrap, or a previously used gift bag.
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If you find broken holiday lights, take them to your nearest MOM’s Organic Market for recycling instead of throwing them away! They are accepting all holiday lights - working or non-working - until January 31st.
- Heading to a holiday party? Remember to bring your food storage containers to take home leftovers. You can also use your extra food storage containers that have been clogging up your cabinets to give away homemade treats.
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Are you trying to decide whether to put up a real or fake Christmas tree? This is a tough environmental question, but ultimately, real trees are the better choice. Check out Clean Fairfax's blog article on the topic. Buy locally to support Virginia Christmas tree growers and to reduce transportation miles. Find a Christmas tree farm near you.
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Looking for a zero-waste gift idea? How about a donation to a local green organization, like our friends at Fairfax ReLeaf? You can multiply your donation if your employer offers a match, or opt for regular, sustaining monthly donations through options such as the Combined Federal Campaign (Fairfax ReLeaf CFC# 27737).
If you have questions about reducing waste this holiday season, check out the Clean Fairfax website or send a note to [email protected].
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Land Use and Transportation Updates | |
Parking Reimagined Implementation
On September 26th, the Board repealed and replaced Article 6 of the Fairfax County Zoning Ordinance. Article 6 contains the off-street parking and loading regulations for land development in the county.
The new ordinance was adopted following a two-year study of Fairfax County's parking regulations to update and modernize these requirements to incorporating current and future parking trends.
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Code Compliance Corner
The Department of Code Compliance (DCC) enforces rules in response to nearly 9000 complaints about property violations each year throughout the County.
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Providence District New Year Open House | |
Jan 24, 2024 05:30pm - Jan 24, 2024 07:00pm
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