June 25th Board Meeting Highlights | |
At Tuesday's Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Board recognized Fairfax County Public Schools 2024 spring sports teams and individual champions including:
- McLean High School Baseball team
- Junior Allen from Oakton High School for the Boys 1600 Meter Run
- Marianna Primatova from Fairfax High School for Girls Tennis Singles
The Board also took the following actions:
Providence District
- Authorized to advertise a public hearing to consider an ordinance to amend and readopt the Fairfax County Code to rename the polling place for the Hunters Branch precinct and Voter Satellite Office from Providence Community Center to Jim Scott Community Center.
- Authorized the FCDOT to apply for grant funding from the USDOT to fund two active transportation projects including Route 29 (Hollywood Rd. to Route 7).
Countywide
- Approved the 2024 Fairfax County Bicycle Parking Guidelines.
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Hands on Harvests Volunteer Opportunities
Join HOH to garden and share the benefits of gardening with the public during Fairfax County's Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, June 29 from 11am to 2pm at the Eileen Garnett Civic Space (7200 Columbia Pike). Volunteers are needed for shifts between 10:15am and 2:15pm. Learn more and sign up here.
Host a Grow a Row produce donation drop-off site. Pick when and where volunteer growers can drop off their bounty, then deliver the donations to the pantry of your choice. Learn more and sign up here.
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Support our Shelter Pets
Across the country, shelters and rescues are overflowing with pets of all shapes and sizes. From dogs to rabbits and everything in between, the Fairfax County Animal Shelter is no exception.
If you are looking for a new pet family member, please consider adopting. In addition, some shelter pets do poorly in a shelter environment while waiting for their forever family. Please also consider fostering to provide the pets a temporary loving home and help them adjust to a family setting.
Volunteering is also a fantastic way to contribute. Whether you walk dogs, socialize with cats, or assist with events, your time and effort can positively impact these pets. You are also welcome to shop their wish list to donate supplies directly.
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Health and Human Services Updates | |
Senior Cool Care Program
The Senior Cool Care Program helps low-income older adults in our jurisdiction keep cool during the summer months. While the program does not provide financial assistance, it does provide additional cooling at home by providing air conditioning units or fans for eligible older adults, aged 60 and older. The program runs through October 31st.
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Metro Seeks Applicants for Accessibility Advisory Committee
Metro is looking for riders with disabilities and older adults interested in joining the Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC). The AAC will consist of 20 volunteers committed to helping Metro enhance the travel experience of people with disabilities and senior citizens on Metrobus, Metrorail, and MetroAccess.
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Fairfax is Hiring a Countywide Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence Coordinator
Do you want to be a leader in ending human trafficking and sexual violence, or know someone who does? This is your chance to join the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services to develop community awareness campaigns, collaborate with partners to create effective prevention strategies, expand resources for survivors and professionals, and support policy changes that dismantle systemic oppression. If you're passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you!
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Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention
Since school's out for the summer, children will be away from their regular routines, familiar daily activities, and school support systems. Summer camps and extended childcare are an added expense for most families, and as a result, some children will be spending more time unsupervised over the summer. In addition, for children and families who normally rely on school resources such as free and reduced lunch, the summer can be a time of significant food insecurity. Children's lives can be positively changed and even saved by active and aware community members making that critically important decision to ask more questions and offer help.
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Free Child Seat Safety Inspection
The McLean District Police Station will hold a free child safety seat inspection on Saturday, June 29th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. No appointment is necessary.
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National Night Out
Registration for National Night Out 2024 is now open until July 26th. National Night Out is an annual neighborhood-based crime and drug prevention event. On Tuesday, August 6th between 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm neighbors, friends, and families lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside together.
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Electrifying the Fleet
As part of the Operational Energy Strategy, Fairfax County is transitioning its vehicle fleet from gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles to hybrid-electric and fully electric vehicles (EVs) to help reduce carbon emissions, save on fuel and maintenance costs, and support a healthier environment.
To support fleet electrification, the county is also installing the necessary charging infrastructure and reserved parking for EVs at county government buildings.
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Plastic Free July
Enjoy family-friendly activities, great reusable giveaways, and a variety of environmental partners demonstrating how easy it is to go plastic bag-free at Fairfax Farmers Markets in July. Get your reusable bags out and join us in celebrating plastic-free July!
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Land Use and Transportation Updates | |
Fairfax Connector's Independence Day Service Schedule
Due to the Fourth of July holiday, the Fairfax Connector will operate on a Saturday service schedule on Thursday, July 4th.
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Changes in Land Development and Zoning Fees
Starting July 1st, Fairfax County will implement updated fee schedules for Land Development Services and zoning applications. The adjustments are intended to reflect the increase in costs related to inflation and personnel over recent years while ensuring high-quality county services.
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Benefits of Transit to the Capital Region
A new research and analysis, commissioned by Metro, demonstrates transit's critical importance to the National Capital Region. When we invest in transit, our community thrives.
Investing in transit benefits everyone, whether they ride or not. Without transit, the region would lose over $9 billion worth of economic activity and business output due to heavy traffic congestion, lack of access to jobs, and much slower movement of goods.
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Live Oak Drive Bridge Work Planned through July 5th
Concrete that will form the deck of the new Live Oak Drive bridge will be pumped from mixer trucks stationed on the eastbound lane of the existing Live Oak Drive bridge. Continuous pours of large quantities of concrete are necessary to ensure the structural integrity of the concrete deck. This work is essential to the 495 Express Lanes Northern Extension (495 NEXT) project.
If you have questions about the 495 NEXT project, email 495NorthernExtension@vdot.virginia.gov, call 703-691-6715, or attend a Drop-In Public Hours this summer.
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