Andres Jimenez

Mason District Supervisor

What We're Hearing from Our Community

80 residents responded to our survey:

• 98% Mason District residents | 99% registered voters
• 99% voted in the 2025 Gubernatorial election
• 20% self-identified as having a disability (majority of which were mobility-related)

What’s working:

• 95% said registering to vote was easy
• 95% said polling places were accessible (including voters with and without disabilities)
• 98% said check-in was accommodating

Main challenge:

• 5% of respondents reported issues with parking due to the construction at the Mason District Government Center Voting Location.

Across the board, Mason District residents shared positive experiences at the polls. Election officers were frequently described as helpful, patient, and professional, and many voters noted that the process felt efficient and well-organized.

We want to give a special thank you to our election workers and staff, who play a critical role in making voting accessible and welcoming for everyone.

Accessibility features inside polling places—like voting machines and staff assistance—are working well for most voters, including those who identified as having a disability.

At the same time, we heard an important piece of feedback from this survey: while many residents told us that the current processes were working just fine, there is a need for clearer, more detailed information ahead of time—especially around election dates, deadlines, and understanding who represents them.

With a particularly busy election year, residents are looking for simple, easy-to-follow information to help them stay informed and prepared.

Many residents asked for clearer, more detailed info before voting—like dates, deadlines, and who represents them.

These resources can help:

Virginia Dept. of Elections – Deadlines, voting options, FAQs

Fairfax County Elections – Polling places, early voting hours

My Neighborhood Tool – See your precinct & elected officials

Constitutional Amendment Info - Learn about the amendment on the 2026 ballot

Secure Ballot & Envelope Design

• Envelopes include a tactile hole punch for visually impaired and print-disabled voters, making it easy to confirm the correct envelope.
• Personal info like your last 4 digits of SSN and birth year is protected with a privacy flap.
• The envelope design ensures your ballot is safe in transit.

Ballot Handling & Processing

• Ballots are date-stamped and logged upon arrival.
• Voter information is covered until verified to maintain privacy.
• Ballots are not removed from envelopes until the mandated pre-processing step.
• Each count is checked and logged at every stage. 

Voting by mail is a safe, secure, and well-monitored option for casting your ballot.

We want to flag something important before you head out to vote early—parking at the Mason District Government Center is currently more limited than usual.

The Mason District police station is in the middle of a much-needed renovation. We’re excited about this investment—it will help ensure the station can continue serving residents for years to come. That said, construction has had a real impact on the surrounding space and parking lot.

And trust us—we feel it too. We use this parking lot every day; and we know it’s been a challenge.

Because of the reduced parking:

• Spaces are more limited, especially during peak hours
• Traffic flow may be slower than usual
• Some services have been adjusted or relocated

For example, our glass recycling bin has been removed during construction.

Find other nearby locations here: Recycle Glass at the Purple Bin

We appreciate your patience as this project moves forward—and we’re confident the end result will be worth it. In the meantime, a little planning ahead can help make your voting experience smoother.

Vote Early

Avoid crowds and vote on your schedule.

Vote by Mail

Vote from home—be sure to request your ballot on time.

Vote on Election Day

Head to your assigned polling place.

Have questions about voting? These offices are here to help.

And as always, please reach out to my office if we can be of additional service—we’re happy to help!