Andres Jimenez

Mason District Supervisor

🍽️ Mason District Restaurant Week is Going on Now!

Mason District Restaurant Week has returned and is running from October 20–26 with this year’s theme: “Eat Around the World.” 🌍

Our week-long celebration is your chance to explore the incredible flavors of our community, support local businesses, and celebrate what makes our district so vibrant and diverse. Every dish tells a story, reflecting the many cultures and traditions that call our community home. I have taken the opportunity each day to connect with local officials about Mason District. So far I've eaten with:

• Virginia 13th District Delegate Marcus Simon
• Chairman Jeffrey McKay
• Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill
• Celebrate Fairfax President and CEO Ashley Morris
• Fairfax County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Assoc. Vice-President David Presson
• Fairfax County Animal Services Director Reasa Currier
• Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis
• Mason District Station Major Erin Weeks
• Dranesville District Supervisor Jimmy Bierman

There is still plenty of time to go out and enjoy! Restaurants across Mason District have joined in to offer discounts on selected items or even your entire meal.

For details and links to participating establishments, visit our Restaurant Week website. And be sure to keep an eye on our social media channels for special content and deal announcements, too. For now, get out there and enjoy some great food at great restaurants! 🍛

Climate Action Conference: Protecting Waterways 🚣‍♀️

Last Saturday, October 18th, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Third Annual Climate Action Conference. The event was a wonderful opportunity to meet and discuss our regions work in fighting against climate change.

With a highlight on protecting waterways, I joined my friend Congressman James Walkinshaw in talking about my own experiences working in, and eventually leading, environmental efforts. In addition to Congressman Walkinshaw, we also had the pleasure of hearing from Anne-Marie Laura, the Director of Climate Policy from Ocean Conservancy. 🌊

As the acting-Chairperson of the Environmental Committee, it is an honor to continue to help carry on the efforts of this county and I encourage everyone to find ways to help and join the many groups and individuals who are seeking to improve our increasingly environmentally-conscious world. Also, let me again thank the staff of the Braddock District Office who have been working hard for the residents of their District. The event went off without a hitch and their efforts are appreciated!

🎨Thank you for a great day

of Art appreciation! 🎭

On Saturday, October 11th the district and Annandale community joined me to enjoy a fantastic Saturday outside for the Mason District Arts Festival. The event, organized by the Mason District Arts Council was a great step in underscoring what many of you already know: Mason District is home to a thriving artistic community.

While the sun shone, and smiles abounded, audiences saw performances ranging from singing to tap dancing to acoustic music and more. Booths displaying sculpture, painting, photography, were hosted by the artists themselves, all just as eager to discuss their work as they were to sell to those lucky enough to take the art home.

A big thank you to all our sponsors: ArtsFairfax, Beanetics Coffee Roasters, Celebrate Fairfax, and my office. I'd also like to express my gratitude as always to the people at the ACCA Child Development Center, who are located at the Eileen Garnett Center. Their help was vital and much appreciated.

I cannot tell you all how proud I am to be a Mason Resident. We are already looking forward to future events next year and hope you’ll join us in celebrating our collective culture!

🚸 Improving Pedestrian Safety in Mason District! ✂️

This week, I was excited to join community members and local officials for the ribbon cutting of a new, improved crosswalk and flashing pedestrian beacon on Edsall Road at Bren Mar Park: one of our district’s most daunting crossings.

This important safety upgrade features a pedestrian refuge and three poles -- including one in the protective median -- and will help drivers see pedestrians more clearly and make crossing safer for everyone.

Investments like this reflect our shared commitment to creating safer, more connected neighborhoods here in Mason District. Thank you to the residents of Bren Pointe, our transportation staff, and the Virginia Department of Transportation for helping make this project a reality and to Tri Pointe Homes whose proffer paid for the upgrade.

If you know of an area in the District where improvements would be helpful, reach out to Fairfax County Department of Transportation for information on the process! 👟

A Busy BOS Meeting for Mason District

The October 14th Board of Supervisors Meeting allowed us to recognize our 2025 Environmental Excellence Award Winners as selected by the Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) for their work improving Fairfax County's Natural Environment through advocacy, volunteerism, innovation, and mentorship. Congratulations to the awardees:

• Margaret Fisher - Outreach Director Plant NOVA Natives, Fairfax Master Naturalist
• Friends of Holmes Run and Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect
• Get2Green Team - Fairfax County Public Schools Environmental Stewardship
• Allison Homer - Senior Planner, Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination
• Michael McGrath - Wastewater Treatment Director, Norman M. Cole Facility
• Sewing Lab - Sustainability-Centered Sewing School

We also celebrated Support your Local Chamber of Commerce Day. These advocates for local economies are vital to supporting the diversity of stores, restaurants, and businesses which make our communities livable. I was particularly pleased to recognize the efforts of the MOVE Chamber, the Crossroads and Corners Coalition, along with the Annandale Chamber of Commerce

In addition, a couple key items affecting Mason District were discussed:

• The Board voted to advance a public hearing in November on property acquisition needed for pedestrian improvements along Columbia Pike—a project aimed at enhancing safety and walkability for residents and visitors.
• In addition, the County shared updates on new planning efforts to reimagine public spaces across Fairfax, including opportunities to create more accessible and community-focused areas. This will hopefully continue the efforts already begun here in Mason District.

As a Board, we recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month with stirring representation from the members of the Council to End Domestic Violence. Their work has highlighted the importance of building healthy relationships and I was pleased to meet some of the Mason residents volunteering in the organization.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call the county's Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273. 

I will be excited to join my colleagues at our next Board Meeting on Tuesday, October 28th to continue our commitment to improving infrastructure, connectivity, and quality of life in Mason District and beyond!

As the cultural hub of Fairfax County, Mason District is home to a fascinating collection of constituents. Our office is proud to host the Reimagine Mason podcast which highlights everyday Mason residents! New episodes are published monthly with those and previous recordings available for download and listening on Soundcloud and Apple Podcasts.

Our first five guests included individuals as diverse as the Director of the Fairfax County Animal Services Department to Annandale High School's Grammy Music Educator of the Year.

We have more guests to come -- including a few you might not know were your friends and neighbors. Catch up today on your preferred device and be in the know as we Reimagine Mason District!

🗳️ Early Voting - Today through November 1st!

Ready to cast your vote? Residents are now welcome to visit the Mason Government Center for early voting! Here's the basic information you need to know:

📅 Early Voting Dates: Thursday, October 23 – Saturday, November 1

⏰ Hours: Monday–Friday: 1 PM – 7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM; Sunday: 1 PM – 5 PM

As we mentioned previously, our facility is undergoing renovation construction and parking is limited. You may want to check for other locations nearby your home or carpool to come vote. Voting by mail is also still in effect, too.

You can find the full list of other Fairfax County voting sites here: Fairfax County Early Voting Locations.

Vacuum Leaf Collection Update

Autumn is here and leaves will begin dropping soon! After fighting to save the Vacuum Leaf Collection Program I was pleased with the efforts staff made to improve it!

They reviewed these changed with residents at both the in-person meeting here at the Mason Governmental Center on Saturday, September 6th, and online on Wednesday, September 10th. Information by Department Staff on those changes are available both on the leaf collection website and for residents to review in this short video.

For those interested in pickup dates:

• View the online Schedule & Status to search by street name.
• Look for bright yellow signs in participating neighborhoods and scan the QR code to visit the webpage.

We also advise residents to sign up for Vacuum Leaf Updates, here!

💼 Fairfax County’s Federal Workforce Resource Hub

With over 80,000 federal employees and countless other affiliated employees, changes at the federal government and subsequent shutdown has resulted in a lot of uncertainty. The county is eager to show support for those workers being impacted.

Fairfax County’s Federal Workforce Resource Hub connects federal employees, contractors, and job seekers with local training, employment, and support resources. It is designed to help those who are affected by federal workforce changes stay and thrive in our region.

What's new includes the Talent Capital website sponsored by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. This tool expands opportunities through AI-powered job matching, career coaching, and regional listings across Virginia, Maryland, and D.C.

🔗 Explore resources and support: Fairfax County Federal Workforce Resource Hub and make it easier to find your next step

For road-related issues like potholes, damaged signs, or snow removal, contact VDOT at:

1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-367-7623), VDOTinfo@vdot.virginia.gov, or my.vdot.virginia.gov.

For parking or traffic enforcement concerns, reach out to the Mason District Police Station at (703) 691-2131 or email fcpdparkingenforcement@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Your reports help keep our community safe and accessible!

🚧 Check Out VDOT’s 2025 Paving Map

Wondering when your street, or a nearby road, might be repaved? The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has a live paving map for 2025 that lets you track paving projects across the region in real time. It’s a helpful tool to stay informed about planned improvements and potential impacts in your neighborhood.

👉 Explore the map here.