January 2026

Be Prepared for Winter Weather

During its November 12 meeting, the Herndon Town Council amended the Town Code to make clear that property owners or tenants must remove snow from sidewalks along their property within 24 hours after a snowfall. The change clarifies that snow is treated the same as any other obstruction on a sidewalk, which the existing code already required owners or tenants to remove.

Tips for clearing snow from sidewalks:

START EARLY – Begin clearing snow as soon as possible after it stops falling. Fresh snow is lighter and easier to remove than packed or icy snow.
USE THE RIGHT SHOVEL – A sturdy, ergonomic snow shovel helps reduce strain and makes the job easier.
PUSH, DON'T LIFT– Whenever you can, push the snow to the side instead of lifting it to avoid back injuries.
DRESS WARMLY AND TAKE BREAKS– Wear layers and gloves, and pace yourself to avoid overexertion.
APPLY ICE MELT OR SAND– After shoveling, spread salt, ice melt, sand, sugar beet juice, or calcium magnesium acetate to prevent slippery spots. Non-clumping kitty litter or coffee grounds can also add grip but don’t melt ice.

If you’re able, please help keep sidewalks clear for neighbors who can’t, especially seniors or people with disabilities.

Meet the New Town Manager

In this month’s Minutes with the Mayor, Herndon's new Town Manager, Dan Hoffman, shares his first impressions of Herndon, why he chose our town, and how he’ll forward the Council’s vision for community, transparency, and vibrancy. Watch the full December Minutes with the Mayor on the town’s YouTube channel youtube.com/@herndonvirginia

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Seeking Applicants for Town Boards

Town of Herndon, VA Seeks Virginia State Bar Member for the Architectural Review/Historic Review Boards (ARB/HDRB)

The Town of Herndon is in immediate need of a member of the Virginia State Bar to serve on the Town’s Architectural Review Board (ARB) and Historic District Review Board (HDRB). Members serve three-year terms; residency within the Town of Herndon qualification as a registered voter are required. Members receive $3,000 per year. In-person meetings are on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Herndon. The attorney position serves a vital role on the ARB/HDRB in considering exterior modifications to structures within the Town. The ARB has jurisdiction over all structures except detached single-family homes, while the HDRB has jurisdiction over structures in the Historic District.

Town of Herndon, VA Seeks a member to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)

The Town of Herndon is in immediate need of a member to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). Members serve five-year terms; residency within the Town of Herndon and qualification as a registered voter are required. Members receive $900 per year. In-person meetings are on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Herndon. The board is responsible for hearing appeals of the zoning administrator decisions and determining whether variances from the town’s zoning regulations, based on special physical characteristics of their properties, should be granted.

Those interested please apply to the link below:

https://www.herndon-va.gov/government/application-to-serve-on-town-boards-and-commissions

If you have questions, please contact the town clerk’s office at town.clerk@herndon-va.gov.

Christmas Tree Collection

Christmas tree collection by town crews begins after New Year's Day. Please remove all decorations, including tinsel, from your tree and place it as close to the curb as possible. Trees will be collected Wednesday through Friday, January 7-9; and Wednesday through Friday, January 14-16. Trees are picked up on your trash day only.

Vacuum Leaf Collection Season Has Ended

Any outstanding fall leaves will need to be mulched or placed into bags. Put bags on the curb for pick up on your trash day only. For more information on trash pickup please visit Herndon-va.gov.