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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Meeting, Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Place: Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Virginia
Length: 3h 49m (video)
Official meeting video (Fairfax County): https://video.fairfaxcounty.gov/player/clip/4156
Official Board of Supervisors page (Fairfax County): https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/boardofsupervisors/

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[00:00:02] All right. Good morning, everyone, and welcome to our board meeting of May 19th, 2026. And we are going to begin our board meeting as we always do, which is with a moment of silence to be followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. And so at the appropriate time, I'm going to ask folks who are able to to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. But before we do that, just a couple folks I'd like us to keep in our thoughts and prayers this morning. First is with sadness that I announce the passing of Edwin Samuel Clay, known as Sam Clay, of course, in the county.

[00:00:35] He passed away on May 7th, and Sam was the longtime director of our Fairfax County Public Library System from 1982 until his retirement in 2016. Over several decades, Sam worked as a librarian and library administrator following his graduation from UNC Chapel Hill School of Library Science. Sam served as the director at Virginia Wesleyan College and Virginia Beach's Public Library System before joining us here in Fairfax County. In his own words, Sam prided himself on being a bit of a futurist, trying to anticipate where public libraries can go next.

[00:01:13] And we appreciated that mindset here in Fairfax County as our library system is always expanding. I want to extend our condolences to his loved ones who knew him. And I'll just say personally, I had an opportunity to work with Sam on a number of projects in the county over many, many years.

[00:01:30] And he was quite the gentleman. He'll be remembered in the halls of this building for his wonderful southern accent. But he was a gentleman by every measure, absolutely loved our library system, and served as its director, as I mentioned, for a very long time.

[00:01:49] It is pretty remarkable when you think about the demands of that job to have served in that from 1982 to 2016. And so if we could keep our folks in our Fairfax County Public Library system as well as the family of Sam Clay in our thoughts and prayers, it would be much appreciated.

[00:02:06] And then secondly, and I know others will want to comment on this, is Rob Haney. We all learned about his passing. He was a longtime baseball representative and former Fairfax County Athletic Council chairman. Rob joined the Athletic Council in 2011 and dedicated more than 15 years to the council.

[00:02:25] And I mention the council because that's how many of us got to know him, but he was involved in youth sports up and down every single opportunity he could. He was making a difference in the lives of our young people. As shared by those who served alongside Rob, he was known for his unconditional dedication, kindness, and genuine love for youth athletics.

[00:02:47] Our thoughts go out to Rob's family and friends and all those he impacted, including so many folks in our youth leagues and all of his fellow appointees to the Fairfax County Athletic Council. He is known in every corner of the county and just about every youth group I can think of and made a real difference in the lives of our young people.

[00:03:11] And so I want to make sure that we keep Rob and his family in our thoughts and prayers this morning as well. And at this time, I will recognize others, starting with Supervisor Herity. Yeah, just to add on a little bit about Rob, because he was known in Fairfax as Mr. Baseball, but he was involved in so many other things, sports you mentioned, the Athletic Council, field allocation, he was one of the three or four people that made sure that got done right.

[00:03:39] But he was essential persons for all things, used baseball in Fairfax, and losing him leaves a huge void. He's one of those community leaders whose impact to our community was so great, it's hard to summarize. But it wasn't just our community where he was heavily involved in baseball, but locally, regionally, nationally, and even internationally, serving as executive director in the Northern Virginia Travel Baseball League, which has over 425 travel teams each season.

[00:04:08] He was the chair of the Fairfax County Baseball Council and vice president of the American Baseball Coaches Association, which is the world's largest amateur baseball coaching association, which includes over 15,000 coaches in all 50 states and 41 countries.

[00:04:24] As a result of Rob's efforts, nearly 500 new coaches in Virginia joined the ABCA in recent years. And as a result, Virginia now ranks third in total ABCA membership. And he brought a lot of those things that he learned nationally and internationally to Fairfax.

[00:04:44] During COVID in 2020, Rob helped create the Northern Virginia College League that allowed college players to continue to play while college baseball was shut down. This league later became known as the Potomac League in 2022. I was at a meeting with him on Monday last week, and he was talking about how there was so much interest in this.

[00:05:07] He was using AI to create a second league that he said would have taken him a week, but took him a day to get done. He was so involved in sports tourism, Fairfax serving with me on the Sports Tourism Task Force. He was on the Visit Fairfax board.

[00:05:24] He helped bring many travel baseball tournaments to Patriot Park. In fact, Patriot Park North would not exist today if it weren't for his efforts with Elaine McConnell, my predecessor, who helped get the money allocated through proffer money for a baseball facility.

[00:05:43] Just last Monday, I was with Rob, who's a founding board member of Fairfax Sports, laying out plans for our next sports tourism facility, which he was going to play a key role in. It only scratches the surface of his impact. He was a beloved travel lead coach, high school coach at Chantilly Westfield for 10 years, Langley, where he formally played. Hundreds of players in our communities benefited from his coaching and remembered him as a coach who emphasized the importance of letting love of the game drive excellence and exuded calm and high-pressure situations. Beyond his players,

[00:06:20] Rob Honey had a reputation of always being willing to help others, always having a smile and always looking for a way to bring people together to make sure they were included. He was deeply committed to his three kids, Robert, Maddie, and Kyle. When his son Kyle was diagnosed with leukemia in 2010, he started Kyle's camp, a Memorial Day weekend baseball tournament, to raise money for cancer research at Children's National Hospital. Since 2010, they've raised millions of dollars.

[00:06:52] I can't understand how much Rob will be missed in the sports world in Fairfax. I ask we keep Rob's family, his wife, Kieran, their kids, and many players and coaches who loved him in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you, Supervisor Herrity. Supervisor Alcorn. Yeah, thank you, and I appreciate, Mr. Chairman, you bringing up Rob Honey and Supervisor Herrity.

[00:07:13] And just to point out, thank you for covering all that. You know, Rob didn't just have an impact in the baseball community. I mean, it was much broader. Thank you for mentioning Kyle's camp, you know, and the millions of dollars that were raised for pediatric cancer research.

[00:07:29] And, you know, he really was an incredible model of community and what you can do, you know, if you put your mind to it and really make a difference in so many people's lives. So thank you all, and we will definitely miss him.

[00:07:46] Thank you, Supervisor Alcorn. Supervisor Palchuk. Yes. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yesterday morning, many of us woke up to the horrific news of a crash that occurred. Exiting that 66 ramp in Oakton, detectives believe that there was, well, there was definitely speed involved, and two children are alive but have lost the adults in the car, one of them to be their mom.

[00:08:14] A two-year-old passenger remains hospitalized with a life-threatening condition, and the eight-year-old passenger has non-life-threatening injuries because he was the only one who was properly restrained. This is a horrific reminder of just how important it is to use seatbelts and car seats appropriately, to drive within the speed limit, and just how horrific and how quickly lives can be lost. The two children have a grandmother who is caring for them now, But our thoughts and prayers and our community are rallying around them.

[00:08:52] I want to thank, I believe there was one police officer who was able to take the eight-year-old out of the car before fire department arrived on scene. Year to date, there have been 10 fatal crashes, 13 fatalities, nine within a vehicle, and four pedestrians. So it takes all of us, and we continue to work together.

[00:09:12] And I want to thank our public safety officers who responded so quickly and efficiently to the scene and everyone who has offered support and our victim services who are helping the children as they go through this terrible time.

[00:09:30] Thank you, Supervisor Palchik. Supervisor Jimenez. Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman. We wanted to recognize Diane Lawson, who passed away Friday at the age of 66 after more than 35 years of service to the people of Fairfax County.

[00:09:45] Ms. Lawson, a resident of Annandale, worked for decades with the school-age child care program run by Neighborhood and Community Services at Mason Crest Elementary School. Her Neighborhood and Community Services colleagues talked about her dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to the children and families she supported.

[00:10:04] Her kindness, steadiness, and positive impact were deeply felt by the Mason Crest community and by the colleagues who had the privilege of working alongside her. Services are planned for Thursday, May 21st, at Jefferson Funeral Chapel in Alexandria, Virginia, and in a fitting tribute, her family has requested that attendees wear celebratory colors to reflect the vibrant life and joy she left behind.

[00:10:28] Our heartfelt condolences are with Diane's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Jimenez. And if there's no one else who would like to be recognized at this time, for all who are able, if you could please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.

[00:10:46] Please face the flag.

[00:11:13] I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. And this morning, we do have four presentations, and for each presentation, I will announce the proclamation, invite the speaker down to the podium in front of us, and we will then read the proclamation, vote, and after our speaker's remarks, we'll pose for a picture from the dais.

[00:11:50] And our first one, which is always an exciting one, is we have a resolution to recognize the 10th annual Fairfax Area High School Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge. And this was requested by myself, and if we could have our speaker, Pete Lamont, Chief Operating Officer at Integrity One Partners, if you and a lot of other folks who are here with you could come on down, which is great. While you are doing that, I will hand the gavel over to Supervisor Smith so that I can read the following resolution. Whereas Fairfax County is home to top-ranked

[00:12:28] schools, leading technology companies, and a growing older population seeking innovative ways to simplify daily life and enhance well-being. And whereas the Fairfax County Economic Success Plan promotes economic growth and diversification through innovation, equity, and expanded science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.

[00:12:50] And whereas Fairfax County values strong partnerships with the business community to mentor and inspire the next generation of innovators. And whereas the Fairfax Area High School Shark Tank Technology Challenge, now in its 10th year is an annual competition that encourages high school students to research, design, and test innovative devices and applications that positively impact the lives of older adults and adults with disabilities. And whereas the Shark Tank Student Technology Challenge provides students with the opportunity to apply STEM skills in real-world settings while preparing them for future academic

[00:13:30] and professional success. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, on behalf of all residents of Fairfax County, does hereby recognize the Fairfax Area High School Student Shark Tank Technology Challenge and urges all residents to support and encourage students to use science, technology, and innovation to improve the lives of people throughout our community.

[00:13:56] I'll second that with a whole bunch of supervisors. Discussion on the motion, Mr. Chairman? I think this one will pass. But I do want to take this moment. First, it's hard to believe that this has been 10 years because many of us were here when this started.

[00:14:11] And when it first started, you know, we didn't know how long this would last, but it's only gotten bigger and better every year that's gone by. And certainly I want to thank all of those who participated in this, our award-winning students who are here, our private sector partners who make this a big deal.

[00:14:29] I think what is probably the thing that jumps out at me most here is the intergenerational partnership that we have here. And I can tell you as someone who has teenagers at home and who has parents who live in the county in their mid-80s, the interactions between those two and the ways that they can assist and help each other is inspiring.

[00:14:54] And that, frankly, is exactly what we see here, is really talented young people doing what they can to innovate and think of ways to help other people in our community improve their lives. And that's worth recognizing, and certainly the talent that we have here.

[00:15:11] The event gets bigger and better every year, but the talent of our young people and the innovations that they come up with really gets better every year. And so we're really proud of all the folks who make this happen every year. And as a board, just wanted to take an opportunity to celebrate not only 10 years, but celebrate all of you who are a vital part of making this successful.

[00:15:33] Supervisor Herity, then Alcoy. Yeah, and I'm going to jump on that intergenerational program. This is one of several intergenerational programs that came out of the 50-plus community action plan, grain involved where we've got our older adults going into our elementary schools helping people read and get through school. So anytime you can get generations talking to each other, there's so much to learn on either end. A couple of quick thank yous, Kathy Cole. You've been there for 10 years since the beginning. All the judges, because the judges spend a lot of time working

[00:16:11] this um you know ncs supervisor alcorn for you know your leadership over the last couple of years in this program and and last but certainly not least pete thank you and integrity one again for coming to the table not only to sponsor the program but to also provide the the award uh award money because that that's very helpful at getting these young people engaged competition and a little uh a little prize money helps too so thank you all so much for uh for this program and what it does for our community.

[00:16:44] I have Supervisor Alcorn, then Stork, then Lesk. So not to repeat what's already been said, because I think it's been said very well. I do want to thank basically everyone here, but particularly the judges and Kathy, for making this happen, and for NCS as well, staff who are really carrying this forward.

[00:17:05] 10 years is a big accomplishment. It is a milestone. And it also underscores, I think, things that are happening in our community that may not get recognized. The innovation, you folks, you young folks here are some of our best and brightest.

[00:17:22] And the fact that you're spending time and have spent time to really figure out things that will help people, some of our senior population, it's very inspiring. So thank you all for being here. And frankly, I look forward to another 10 years of this. So let's keep it going.

[00:17:38] Thank you. Thank you. Supervisor Stork. Thank you, Madam Vice Chair. And I want to congratulate all the winners, but I also want to congratulate all the participants. As a serial entrepreneur, I know that you're going to lose more than you win.

[00:17:53] That's just kind of the nature of being an entrepreneur. And the core and the value that you have and that you need to have is that persistence, that focus on, okay, I maybe didn't get it quite right this time, but next time I can tweak this or do this a little bit differently. And somehow or other, I'm going to be able to move forward with a new idea.

[00:18:13] And even that may not be the success that you have. And all of you have a long, long lifetime. And I'm a lot older than you are. I've done this many, many times. And I guarantee you there's very, very few successes other than the ones in my brain and the ones and the people around me where we've made a difference in people's lives.

[00:18:35] And so just keep your eye on finding some new way, some different way, and recognize that, you know, there's going to be some really hard roads. I guarantee it. If you're sincere about this, you're committed to this, you will have deep challenges that others may not have.

[00:18:51] But because you've had those challenges, it's going to make you stronger, and you're going to find some way to get through it if you're a true, lifelong entrepreneur. So go get them. Maybe this wasn't quite what you hoped to this time, and even if it was, next time can be even better. So I just very much appreciate your commitment and the values you bring to this, and I wish you the best of success going forward.

[00:19:13] Thank you. Supervisor Lusk. Thank you, Madam Vice Chairman. This challenge tells young innovators that their ideas matter and have the power to change lives. Creative problem solving is a skill that will take our students far in their education and in their careers.

[00:19:30] Pair that with the empathy required to effectively compete in the Shark Tank technology challenge, and you are setting up our young people for success. Fairfax County's economic success relies on innovation, and the Shark Tank challenge tells young people that they belong in the entrepreneurship ecosystem.

[00:19:52] So thank you all for what you've done. Thank you for your commitment to this challenge, and congratulations on 10 years. And like Supervisor Elkhorn, I'm going to double down 10 more, plus 10 more, plus 10 more, and congratulations to all.

[00:20:08] Thank you. Thank you. Seeing no further discussion, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed, any abstention? That motion carries. Mr. Chairman. Thank you very much. And he's been mentioned a few times already. But we have with us Pete Lamont, the Chief Operating Officer at Integrity One Partners.

[00:20:25] Welcome. The floor is yours. Good morning, Chairman McKay and fellow supervisors. It's like you wrote my speech already. We're going to cover the same things. But again, I want to thank you very much for sponsoring this type of event, for following it through. 10 years is a long time for a project to exist.

[00:20:41] And it's not going to happen without the support of people like you, people like Kathy, all the judges, and, of course, the students who show an interest and making the lives of others better. One thing that I really appreciate about this time of year, and I call this Shark Tank season time of year, because when we do the actual event and then we do the awards, it gives me a lot of hope and excitement about the future.

[00:21:02] When I look into these eyes of these young students and see what they can do and how they care about their fellow human beings, it really does make me very proud and very happy about the future that, yes, these people are going to be there to take care of me as I get older. I can do another 10 years maybe, 20.

[00:21:18] As long as my boss, John Mead, approves, I would be happy to stick around and do this. But again, thank you very much for everything you've done here. And again, the students, we couldn't do it without you. And congratulations for, again, making America better. Thank you. Thank you very much.

[00:21:34] With that, I think we're ready for a photo. If all of you could come forward and face the audience. And hopefully, yes, Tony and others

[00:21:49] will help us put together a good photo.

[00:23:48] Next up, we have a proclamation to designate May 19, 2026, as a day to celebrate America's 250th anniversary with exclusive craft beverages in Fairfax County. And this was a request. They will not be being offered here. I don't want to get excited.

[00:24:04] It's still early in the morning. But this was requested by myself and Supervisor Stork. And at this time, I'll recognize Supervisor Stork. And coming down while that's happening is Elizabeth Moorer, Chief Programs in Education and visitor services at the National Museum of the United States Army and chair of the Fairfax County 250th Commission, as well as a lot of others.

[00:24:27] We're glad you're here, and at this time, I'll recognize Supervisor Stork. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We have a proclamation. Whereas Fairfax County is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026 by highlighting its history and local economy through exclusive limited edition craft beverages.

[00:24:48] And whereas Paradise Springs Winery and the Winery at Bull Run released commemorative wines in partnership with the Fairfax County Americas 250th Commission, including the Red Blend 250 and the White Blend and Dependence, whereas the county's craft breweries collaborated to produce Fairfax 250, a limited edition hazy IPA representing the diversity and creativity of Fairfax County and available beginning mid-June.

[00:25:17] Whereas participating breweries include Bunnyman Brewery, Fairwinds Brewing, G34.3 Brewing Company, Hockley Brewing, Lake Ann Brewhouse, Ono Brewing Company, and Settledown Easy Brewing.

[00:25:32] And whereas George Washington's Mount Vernon will release limited edition whiskey and bourbon in 2026 that highlight its historic distilling legacy and connect residents and visitors to the nation's founding era.

[00:25:48] And whereas these initiatives promote tourism, support local businesses, and honor Fairfax County's role in America's semi-quincentennial celebration. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, on behalf of all residents, does hereby designate May 19, 2026, as exclusive craft beverages to celebrate America's 250th anniversary day in Fairfax County, and commends Paradise Springs Winery, the winery at Bull Run, participating Fairfax County breweries, George Washington's Mount Vernon, visit Fairfax, and the Fairfax County's 250th Commission for their contributions to

[00:26:27] commemorating America's 250th anniversary and for their ongoing efforts to promote tourism, celebrate history, and strengthen the community. And the chair will second that, along with a lot of other board members, one I think again that will pass.

[00:26:44] Discussion on the motion, Supervisor Stort. I would say I'll drink to that, right? So I'll meet somebody. We've got three breweries in Mount Vernon District, plus we've got George Washington, whose drinks will go a little bit faster.

[00:27:01] So there's plenty to celebrate. And we would welcome all to come on down and see what the community has to offer. It's some amazing breweries. Obviously, the distillery for George Washington and the Mount Vernon Estate is an amazing place.

[00:27:18] If you haven't been to Grist Mill, then that in and of itself would be a reason to come down. But I'm excited. And we clearly have worked long and hard to get us to here. It's been really a couple years. The 250th Commission for Favreau County has done an amazing job. I think we're in a great place and look forward to celebrating really all through the rest of this year.

[00:27:38] Thank you. Thank you, Supervisor Stork. Seeing and hearing no other comments, let me also thank you. I especially want to thank Elizabeth, not only for your work on the 250th, but as I mentioned, she also does a lot of great work supporting the Museum of the United States Army.

[00:27:55] If you haven't been there, visit it. Make that on your 250 list of things to do. But this is also a great opportunity to celebrate some of our small local businesses that have created signature beverages to celebrate our 250th, but really do it out of civic pride and make us proud in Fairfax County, not only to have many of these smaller businesses in our community, but also taking advantage of reminding us of the 250th celebration and light way that we can all celebrate. And so we wanted to highlight those today, share with our

[00:28:31] community the opportunities to support these small businesses, and at the same time celebrate our 250th anniversary. Supervisor Stork read the presentation because he can pronounce best his favorite word. Semi-quincentennial. He's mastered this word. And so whenever that word comes up, Supervisor Stork gets to read it. So, but congratulations to all of you for what you do every day, but in particular what you're doing to help us celebrate this achievement. Supervisor Poucher. I was looking for the official, but I know Settle Down Easy, though they're not here today in both Falls Church and

[00:29:09] Oakton Park, both ends of my district, had for some time now, had the Fairfax Resolves come and organize and encourage them to create a beer. For those of us who hadn't heard of them before. The Fairfax Resolves were written by George Washington and George Mason on July 17, 1774 at Mount Vernon and announced a bold statement of fundamental constitutional rights.

[00:29:34] So they came even before the Constitution, and they had been an active group, a member of Settle Down Easy, and I believe, again, encouraged Settle Down even before we had the full initiative to create a beer in honor of this commemoration.

[00:29:50] Thank you, Supervisor Pouchek. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. And Elizabeth, welcome. The floor is yours. Thank you. I am so grateful for the proclamation and to be here today representing the Fairfax 250 Commission, because we are so excited at the brewing, the distilling, and the fermenting these wonderful beverages but what we is really important is the the fantastic moments that these businesses are creating for people in our communities

[00:30:29] to get together and reflect on this moment in history because that's what the Commission's mission is for the rest of this year is to promote community building just in the way they're doing it so that the people in Fairfax County see themselves in the past, the present, and the future of the county. And I'm so grateful for our partners from Bunnyman Brewing, Hockley Brewery, Fairwinds Brewing, the Winery at Bull Run, and Paradise Springs Winery who came here

[00:31:05] today to be recognized and thanked in person as well as everyone else. Our our partners at Visit Fairfax who are so supportive of the commission. And as we look towards the rest of the year is that you're going to continue to build community so that people can reflect in this, the semi-quincentennial year of our nation's independence.

[00:31:28] So thank you so much to the board and thank you to everyone else. And let's all get together this weekend and give a toast. Thank you very much. Thanks. With that, we're ready for a photo. And if all of you could come forward, Supervisor Stork and I will come on down. The board will rise.

[00:33:00] Next, we have a proclamation to designate May 19, 2026, as the day to end hate in Fairfax County.

[00:33:51] And this was requested by myself. I am going to recognize Supervisor Pouchik to read the resolution. Our speaker today is Lindsay Elliott, Interfaith Coordinator, Inclusive Engagement and Targeted Interventions, Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services, and a whole lot of people here with her.

[00:34:13] So why don't we take a moment and let folks file down, and once they are done doing that, I will recognize Supervisor Palchik to read the motion.

[00:35:32] At this time, I will recognize Supervisor Palchik to read the motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you all for being here. Whereas Fairfax County is a community made up of individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds, from people who have called our county home for generations, to new community members from abroad, and remains a welcoming place where all can thrive.

[00:35:57] And whereas in Fairfax County, more than 160 languages and dialects are spoken, representing over 200 countries, and our collective strength and resilience are built on the diverse, lived experiences of every community member.

[00:36:13] And whereas in recent years, our nation has seen an increase in hate crimes, and whereas in alignment with the One Fairfax policy, we categorically denounce all acts of hate and bias toward any individual or group and affirm that regardless of how you worship or do not worship, the color of your skin, your ethnic background, the languages you speak, who you love, how you identify, or your disability status, you belong and you matter in Fairfax County. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Fairfax County Board of

[00:36:50] Supervisors, on behalf of all residents of Fairfax County, does hereby proclaim May 19, 2026, as the day to end hate in Fairfax County, and urges all residents to honor this day by accepting and celebrating the rich diversity of the Fairfax County community.

[00:37:10] I'm happy to second that motion, along with Supervisor Herity and Stork. Discussion on the motion, Supervisor Palchuk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Unfortunately, we're coming together today on the heels of a hate crime, horrific hate crime that happened in San Diego just a few hours ago at this point.

[00:37:32] Three men were fatally shot at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday morning, and two teenager suspects were found dead nearby shortly after. We know our community knows better. We believe in better.

[00:37:48] We believe in our diversity. And in every community, such as ours, San Diego, and any place around our country, we continue to come together and support each other. I want to thank Lindsay Elliott, who I believe is our third, fourth, fourth coordinator.

[00:38:07] I have worked with all of them, incredible interfaith coordinators that we have had in Fairfax County who do this work of working with our faith leaders, bringing us together, bringing the police and every single station as dedicated officers who engage with our faith community, who ensure the safety and support of our faith community, especially our most vulnerable communities, and ensure that we are tracking and ensuring the safety. But we also work with our community services and neighborhood community

[00:38:42] services to support each other, to bring each other together. I know I've met several of you at my community faith roundtables. Thank you for being here today. And as we continue to work together, we are only 10 leaders. You are thousands of leaders across the county who are trusted and help our community members know that they belong and bring them the support and the resources.

[00:39:07] that they need, especially in difficult times, especially when mental health concerns continue to rise, and especially when our multi-generational communities continue to have additional challenges, whether it be in housing, access to food, or other services.

[00:39:26] You are there for them and trusted by them every single day. So thank you. Thank you to those of you who are here today. This diversity, I almost cried. I had a friend once say to me, you look like you live in the United Nations, and we do. We right here in Fairfax County has grown so much from the time I moved here as a six-year-old to today.

[00:39:48] And I just love to see leaders who represent every single child and individual in our community. So they know they belong, they can thrive, and they too can be leaders in our community one day. Thank you, and we will continue to hold our hands together and work together to ensure the end of hate and the blooming of love in Fairfax County.

[00:40:11] Thank you, Supervisor Palczyk. Supervisor Lusk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Whether expressed through words, attitudes, or action, hate divides our communities. I appreciate that the Faith Communities in Action is here to accept this proclamation for the day to end hate.

[00:40:31] I attended the fourth annual Interfaith Resilience Conference last year and learned about the unique challenges that houses of worship face. While we hope that hate or biased crimes do not occur, you can never be too prepared.

[00:40:48] Through Faith in Blue, the Fairfax County Police Department offers safety presentations, security assessments, and active violence preparedness training. I encourage all houses of worship to explore this program. In our current climate of division, recognitions like the day to end hate remind us to take actions, both big or small, that contribute to a more accepting and compassionate community.

[00:41:16] Embracing diversity in all of its forms only serves to make Fairfax County a better place to live. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Lusk. And let me also thank all of you for coming here today. When I brought forward this motion to do this resolution, it was on the heels of an event that happened not in Fairfax County, but there were several faith communities in Fairfax who wanted us to make a statement.

[00:41:47] And obviously, we live this, so statements are one thing, but it's like, what is in your DNA here? And we decided instead of responding to that one incident, that we would respect every place of worship in Fairfax County and just have a day to end hate without condition.

[00:42:04] Not in response to one incident, not in response to one house of worship, not in response to one type of person, but universally that this is rejected in Fairfax County. And unfortunately, as my colleague has acknowledged, yesterday was another reminder of where we are as a country, but we have an opportunity in Fairfax County to be above that.

[00:42:30] And so I do want to thank all of you for coming forward. I had the same reaction that Supervisor Palchek did when I look at this audience. This is proudly, unapologetically Fairfax County. That's what you are. And it's important to say that.

[00:42:46] It's important to say that. And you're a part of solutions to our community, not division. So many of you step up in so many other ways, as was mentioned, whether it's helping our most vulnerable, whether it's supporting affordable housing, whether it's protecting children, no matter what it is, so many of you step up in so many ways.

[00:43:16] And that richness of our faith community is what makes this a great place to live, a great place to worship, and a great place to do all the other great things that we do in this community. So I want to thank you all for coming out here, and certainly thank you, Lindsay, for all of your work.

[00:43:33] We are a county that respects our faiths, brings them together to help come up with solutions, and challenges us as policymakers to always do better. And so with that, we're ready to vote. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye.

[00:43:49] Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. And while I would like for everyone to be able to say something this morning, we do have Lindsay Elliott, who, of course, as was mentioned, is our interfaith coordinator, inclusive engagement and targeted interventions with our Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services.

[00:44:09] Welcome. The floor is yours. Good morning. Thank you. You all did share a lot of what I prepared, but I will still read that. So good morning and thank you, Chairman McKay, members of the Board of Supervisors and County Executive Hill. As stated, my name is Lindsay Elliott and I'm the interfaith coordinator for Fairfax County Government. My position rests within the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, also known as NCS.

[00:44:35] On behalf of Faith Communities in Action and the many community partners we work with, I accept this proclamation with a commitment to continued action. Faith Communities in Action harnesses the extraordinary collective power of our houses of worship and community partners to strengthen the way we care for one another across Fairfax County.

[00:44:57] In this role, I serve as a bridge builder, creating space for our faith leaders to unite. We find our common ground not by ignoring our differences, but by standing on the shared foundation of our collective duty to this county. I am privileged to coordinate a network where the focus isn't on what separates us, but on the powerful work we can only do together.

[00:45:20] I witness daily how our houses of worship serve as vital anchors for those in need, reaching people across neighborhoods, backgrounds, beliefs, and life circumstances. While honoring their religious and cultural differences, these everyday champions unite to address critical issues like mental health support, food insecurity, and housing.

[00:45:42] By fostering a culture of mutual respect, we are strengthening the social fabric of our county and living out the One Fairfax policy. To end hate requires a proactive commitment to understanding. It calls us to listen to the lived experiences of our neighbors and to continue building bridges across cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and social lines that define our landscape.

[00:46:06] One way Faith Communities in Action carries this proactive commitment is through the annual Faith Communities in Action Interfaith Resiliency Conference, created in 2019 and held every fall. This conference was created in response to hate crimes on houses of worship here in Fairfax County.

[00:46:23] It provides the space for houses of worship to connect with county and public safety agencies, to build resiliency across congregations, and gain practical tools to strengthen safety, security, and emergency preparedness. By designating May 19th as the Day to End Hate, this board is affirming that in Fairfax County, every individual is a vital part of our community.

[00:46:47] We will continue to foster spaces that promote understanding and that build trust and strengthen relationships across our community. Where every neighbor is treated with dignity, respect, and care. This commitment supports our schools, our neighborhoods, our local economy, and the shared sense of belonging that helps Fairfax County thrive.

[00:47:08] Thank you again for this recognition and for your steadfast commitment to making Fairfax County a community where everyone is welcomed and valued. Thank you very much, Lindsay. With that, we're going to make a beautiful photo here with the help of some professionals.

[00:47:32] If you all can come forward and then just turn and face the audience, and Supervisor Palczyk and I will come on down. The board will rise.

[00:49:18] All right.

[00:51:27] Next, we have a resolution to honor David Hunn for his 25 years of service as founder, president, and chief executive officer of the SkillSource Group, Inc. And I know he is here and a number of others are here to support this.

[00:51:45] And I'm going to give them a moment to come on down. And I am going to turn the gavel over to Vice Chairman Smith so that I can read the following resolution. Whereas David A. Hunt has served since 2002 as the founding president and chief executive officer of the SkillSource Group, Inc.

[00:52:12] And as Executive Director of Virginia CareerWorks Northern Region, building a nationally respected workforce development system that serves more than 2 million residents and tens of thousands of employers across Northern Virginia. And whereas under Mr. Hunt's leadership, regional workforce initiatives have connected residents to employment, training, and economic opportunity, while expanding services for low-income individuals, veterans, individuals with disabilities, entrepreneurs, formerly incarcerated individuals, and dislocated workers.

[00:52:46] And whereas Mr. Hunt played a key role in advancing Fairfax County's workforce initiatives, including Talent Up Fairfax, strengthening the county's talent pipeline, and supporting innovative approaches to workforce development. And whereas prior to founding SkillSource, Mr. Hunt served as founding director of Northern Virginia Regional Partnership and held senior leadership roles in Fairfax County government, where he strengthened fiscal management, modernized operations, and expanded public-private collaboration.

[00:53:18] And whereas throughout his career, David Hunn has exemplified the highest ideals of public service through integrity, fiscal responsibility, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of residents.

[00:53:33] Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, on behalf of all residents, does hereby express its profound gratitude and admiration to David A. Hun for more than 40 years of distinguished public service and visionary leadership benefiting Fairfax County, Northern Virginia, and the Commonwealth of Virginia and extends its best wishes for continued success and happiness in retirement.

[00:54:00] I'll second that motion along with Supervisor Poucher from Harry. motion Mr. Chairman very briefly I think the resolution speaks for itself and what I really want to do is is hear from David but we want to take this opportunity it's not too often that we get to celebrate someone who has celebrated who is who is celebrating 40 years of public service and success in our community in so many different dimensions and I know the team that's

[00:54:35] here support you is is I know you will say is a big part of your success but we wanted to take an opportunity to personally thank you because that is a long time of commitment and you have seen over those 40 years so many different things happen to our economy and to our community and and your steadfast leadership through those challenges at times have helped countless people I can only think of the thousands of people that have been helped by your leadership and services who are doing better today as a result of that who are not here to celebrate this but are celebrating with us and so David just

[00:55:13] want to take an opportunity to say simply thank you for 40 years of dedication to improving the lives of people in Fairfax County we wish you well in retirement and we hope we continue to hear from you get your advice on things when they come up but more importantly celebrate you so thank you thank you supervisor Lusk thank you madam vice chairman I'll start by saying congratulations on 25 years of exceptional leadership at SkillSource. Through securing grants and designing pilot initiatives, you have expanded opportunities and strengthened services

[00:55:49] for residents across Fairfax County and Northern Virginia as a whole. Talent Up, which the chairman mentioned, continues to expand economic mobility for county residents while supporting small business recruitment needs. The I Summer Employment Program is opening doors for thousands of young people, and your partnership with the National Council on Aging is helping older adults upskill and remain in the workforce. For 25 years, David, you have led with a genuine belief in the power of workforce development to change lives, and I appreciate your service to the county

[00:56:29] when you were Deputy Director of the Department of Family Services, where I got to meet you 37 years ago, and have enjoyed watching your progress over the years. So congratulations again on reaching this career milestone and setting up SkillSource for continued success.

[00:56:48] Thank you. Thank you. Seeing no further discussion, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Anyone opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries. Mr. Chairman. Thank you very much. And it is now time to hear from the legend himself. Welcome, the floor is yours.

[00:57:11] Thank you, sir. Chairman McKay, Vice Chairman Smith, Board of Supervisor members, and County Executive Hill, thank you for this invitation this morning. I am grateful for this opportunity. As a civil servant, I know how rare it is. As I step back from my position in a few weeks, I want to salute Fairfax County's critical role in supporting residents finding a job and for employers to find and hire a worker.

[00:57:34] For over 45 years, Fairfax County has served as the grant recipient of the federal workforce funding, now known as the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. That originates with the U.S. Congress and filters through the U.S. Department of Labor down to the governors and then down to our region.

[00:57:55] We are one of 14 local workforce areas in the Commonwealth, representing Fairfax County, Loudoun, and Prince William, and the cities of Falls Church, Fairfax, Manassas, and Manassas Park, the largest by population and employers in the state. Fairfax County's role as the grant recipient is the glue that holds the Workforce Consortium together and allows the federal workforce funding to flow into the region to support our region's residents and employers.

[00:58:23] Our team works closely with Fairfax County staff, along with multiple state agencies, Northern Virginia Community College, George Mason University, all of the region's public school districts, many private training institutions, and community-based organizations to administer five American job centers in the three counties.

[00:58:45] This year, we're on track to serve probably 50,000 residents, both in person and virtually. Our team and I have great working relationships with the leaders and colleagues from Fairfax County, Including the Department of Family Services, the Department of Economic Initiatives, the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, and the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, with whom we have been a subtenant for the last 24 years.

[00:59:12] These are all outstanding civil servants that are seeking the best outcomes for county residents and businesses. As you mentioned, I was the first staff person hired in 2002, and our team has grown over the past two decades. And they're not all here today.

[00:59:27] More importantly, we deliver services for young adults seeking their first job, for former federal civil servants and contractors impacted by the national workforce reductions, to the older job seekers needing to keep working even after a traditional retirement date.

[00:59:44] The breadth of our service delivery footprint is significant. But I want to close by sharing an observation by the Artemis II astronaut crew following their recent return from the moon. They attributed their success as a team to three elements that I think are directly relevant to all of us here in our collective workforce efforts.

[01:00:05] The first is gratitude for the opportunity to do this work and to contribute to the well-being of the region, the county, and the Commonwealth. The second is joy in doing our work and in partnership with others. And then finally, it's love for all of you as elected officials, our fellow staff, workforce board members and partners, and the job seekers and employers we serve.

[01:00:30] I view the last element, love, as the most important of all. Thank you for this time to be with you this morning. This is overwhelming, and I share my best wishes to all of you and to Fairfax County government for the years ahead. Thank you. Thank you, David, for all you've done.

[01:00:56] And before we pose for a photo, since a lot of your team is here, I also want to thank them again, because we know over the last year and a half in particular, you all have been working overtime to help so many people in our community who have been affected by job loss, contractors, federal employees.

[01:01:17] We think about them every day. They are critical to our economy, among all those that you serve. But many times we think of a job as a nice thing to have, and in reality, it's an absolute necessity for living. And that's what you're connecting people with even in really, really difficult times.

[01:01:36] And so I want to thank your whole team for that continued work as well. That's great. With that, we're ready for a photo. And I have gotten a note here that says your wife is here too, David. She is. I wish she would come down for the photo as well if she would like to.

[01:01:51] If she doesn't, I understand. Thank you for the invitation. I'll have her come down if you would. Her name is Jocelyn Hun, and she just retired herself from decades working with the House of Representatives on Capitol Hill. Absolutely. All right. Well, thank you. We're celebrating the dynamic duo today.

[01:02:12] So with that, if you all could come forward for a photo and if the board could rise.

[01:03:19] Next up, we have a presentation of the Transportation Advisory Commission, the TAC 2025 Transportation Achievement Awards.

[01:04:08] And at this time, I would welcome to the podium Michael Champness, chairman of the Transportation Advisory Commission. Michael, welcome. The floor is yours. Thank you very much, sir. It's a pleasure to once again be here and a pleasure to be able to be honored to chair the Transportation Advisory Commission.

[01:04:25] It's been a great honor working with my colleagues and helping to try and serve the board here. So appreciate it very much. I would like to recognize some of the folks who are here from the commission. Karen Camplin was the chair of the committee that made the determination she's not able to be here this evening, this morning.

[01:04:43] She's traveling. But Sonia Brighi, one of our commissioners, is here, who's also on the team. And also Shiva Pant, Mr. Alcorn from your district. And also I have to always acknowledge Calvin Lamb, who does some great staff work for us, and we are very much appreciative of his efforts.

[01:05:03] I would like to say again, and last year when I was here, I said how pleased we were with the number of nominations we got, quality nominations. That happened again this year. We had a total of four. I just wanted to mention the other three, and of course, we'll end with the winner, but one was the Wheelie Avenue at WND Trail Pedestrian Improvement Project.

[01:05:21] Mr. Alcorn, you're becoming the Susan Lucci of nominators. I'm sure sometime it'll win, but it did some fantastic work, and I know it won the Honorable Mention for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter Project of the Year Award, so congratulations. that winning there another was the fc. traffic calming project eric teileman was the was a nominator there made some great projects two years in a row just doing the grinding through making some projects doing traffic calming projects uh eight last year and sorry seven this year and eight last year so it was very good work the other and you'll know this very well and we know them very well is the fc. transportation policy team taylor waymeyer was the was the

[01:05:59] nominator there we did some work very closely with them on the transportation section of the comprehensive plan look forward to working with them again with with some of the with implementations as well but the the winner of the fc dot award is the fc dot active transportation plan team the nominee was Laura Ghosh and we do have some of their folks here as well and I will read their names and ask them to come on down when Laura makes sure it makes her remarks. One is the aforementioned Taylor Wehmeyer. So she wasn't able to win with one award, but

[01:06:32] she's in with the other, so she's still there. Ryan Paul Johnson is here as well. And a very noteworthy member who has retired, Nicole Winans. She's going to be moving soon to Europe. Very pleased we were able to do this before she could get out of town without having one last honor bestowed on her. As we learned that she was leaving, we asked, would you mind coming to the tech one more time to subject herself to our inquiries and participations? She was gracious enough to do that, and we're very pleased to see her here this evening, this morning.

[01:07:08] There are some other folks here as well. Linda Barfield, Department of Public Works, DPWS, Anna Ricklin from the Health Department, Beth Elliott from the Department of Planning and Development, and Joanne Phoebe, who used to be with DPD, but is now with DEI, and is a very key member of your staff and someone that has great, great knowledge, and her contributions are very appreciated. The Active Transportation Award was bestowed because of their exceptional work in updating Fairfax County's Active Transportation Planning by unifying previous bicycle and trails plans into a modern, community-driven Active Transportation Trails Plan to help inform

[01:07:48] the distribution of the $100 million in funding the counties allocated for active transportation improvements, and this made them highly deserving of recognition and the unanimous choice of the TAC. So with that, we're very pleased to be able to make the award here with you this morning, sir. And also I would invite Laura and the rest of the team to come on down, please. And if I did miss a name, let me know. We can add your name to the verbal roster. Laura, once you arrive, the floor will be yours.

[01:08:22] Thank you. Okay. Thank you so much for this honor and for recognizing the active Fairfax team. The Act of Fairfax is more than just a plan on paper. It brings together years of work, thousands of community voices, and a cross-agency partnership, resulting in a plan to make it safer and easier for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, roll, and connect to places that they need to go. I am grateful to be standing here on behalf of colleagues who have been working

[01:08:57] on the active transportation and trails plan since 2020. This plan is a reflection of the dedicated leadership and consensus building of Nicole Winans, the map and toolkit production team of RP Johnson, Tom Wampler, and Kelly Barrett, the comprehensive planning schedule management and amendment text preparation and guidance from Taylor Wehmeyer and Mike Garcia, the monthly in-depth discussions taking place among the active Fairfax Interagency Work Group, which included members of the Fairfax County Department of Transportation, the Department of Planning

[01:09:36] and Development, the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, the Park Authority, and the Health Department, in addition to the experience and efforts of our dedicated consultant team, and along with thousands of community voices and the support from our partner agencies and community advocates. So on behalf of all of us, thank you for this

[01:09:59] recognition. And on behalf of the board, I want to also extend our thanks to the TAC.

[01:11:18] For those watching at home that might not know, that's the Transportation Advisory Commission and is all volunteers who represent us in Fairfax County and help promote all modes of transportation. So thank you. We appreciate you. And with that, we are going to move on to our next item, which is appointments to boards, authorities, commissions, and advisory groups.

[01:11:41] And let me ask first if Supervisor Smith has a motion. I move approval of the appointments to boards, authorities, and commissions in the document dated May 19, 2026. And the chair will second that along with Supervisor Lusk and Supervisor Palchik.

[01:11:57] Are there any appointments board members would like to have discussion on or to be voted on separately? Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. And that takes us to board matters.

[01:12:14] And we are going to do what we always do, which is do these by district alphabetical order, following the chair and vice chair. And these have been, for the most part, distributed in advance electronically. And I am going to hand the gavel over to Vice Chairman Smith so that I have a number of board matters.

[01:12:32] But before I do my board matters, I do want to address a comment I made last week directed at school board member Melanie Maron. First and foremost, accountability matters. And I reached out to Ms. Maron to apologize for my comment, which she graciously accepted.

[01:12:50] Policy disagreements are both healthy and inevitable in this line of work. However, my comment was unacceptable and far beneath every standard that I hold myself to. I'd also like to take this opportunity to address the women who sit alongside me on the dais, our staffs, county staff, those I've asked to serve on and do serve on boards, authorities, and commissions throughout the county, and, of course, our residents, in saying that I am sorry.

[01:13:17] We are living through a time when people's rights, including women's rights, are under attack, and this is a moment of reflection and one that I will learn from in staying true to our One Fairfax policy. So I just wanted to make that statement very clear to all of those who are listening in addition to other statements I have made on this matter.

[01:13:37] And with that, I do have a number of board matters. And my first board matter is to approve without objection the proclamation request listed in this document.

[01:14:06] And these will be presented inside and outside of the boardroom as appropriate. And those are a resolution to recognize the 35th anniversary of the Northern Virginia Mediation Services, a proclamation jointly with Supervisor Palczyk to recognize National Nurses Week, a proclamation jointly with Supervisor Palczyk to recognize Immigrant Heritage Month in June, one to recognize Park and Recreation Professionals Day in July, A proclamation jointly with Supervisor Smith to recognize National Community Planning Month in October.

[01:14:37] And a proclamation jointly with Supervisor Bierman to recognize Pedestrian Safety Month in October. And I move without objection those requests. Without objection is so ordered. Thank you. My next board matter is recognizing Fairfax County's 2026 Virginia Association of Counties Achievement Awards.

[01:14:56] And this is timely since a number of us will be going to the Virginia Association of Counties board meeting tomorrow. But VACO has announced the recipients of our Achievement Awards for 2026, recognizing innovative and impactful county programs from across the Commonwealth.

[01:15:12] This year, VACO received 103 submissions and a highly competitive statewide process with only 40 percent receiving awards. Fairfax County was honored with five Achievement Awards, recognizing the county's continued leadership, innovation and commitment to serving residents through forward thinking programs and initiatives.

[01:15:31] These awards reflect the dedication and excellence of county staff across multiple departments and program areas that work every day to improve services, strengthen community engagement, and enhance quality of life for our county residents. Therefore, I move the Board of Supervisors recognize and congratulate the Fairfax County staff and departments associated with the following 2026 VACO Achievement award-winning programs, and they are Our 9-1-1 artificial intelligence, permanent supportive housing program, project labor agreement, community engagement framework for capital projects, and our completed projects book.

[01:16:09] And I move without objection. Without objection, it is so ordered. Thank you. And next is a board matter to recognize Fairfax County Public Schools teams at the Robotics World Championship. Earlier this month, two Fairfax County public school teams competed on the world stage at the first robotics world championship in Houston, Texas, where more than 600 teams from over 10 countries showcase their talent, innovation, and teamwork.

[01:16:40] Fairfax County was proudly represented by its team 614, the Nighthawks from Hayfield Secondary School, and team 5549, the Griffin Robotics from Marshall High School. Both teams demonstrated extraordinary skill and perseverance throughout the competition.

[01:16:59] The Griffin Robotics ranked third in their division and led their alliance to a seventh-place overall finish, while the Nighthawks overcame a challenging qualification round and excelled in the playoffs, ultimately finishing as part of the third-place alliance. And they will, I'm sure, explain what all of this means to us.

[01:17:17] These achievements reflect not only the remarkable dedication of our students, teachers, mentors, and families, but also the importance of investing in STEM education opportunities that prepare young people for the future. Robotics programs help students develop critical problem-solving, teamwork, engineering, and programming skills while exposing them to careers in rapidly growing industries.

[01:17:39] I'm happy to see FCPS remain committed to expanding robotics opportunities to every school in the next three years, ensuring that more students across Fairfax County have access to these transformative experiences. Therefore, I move that the Board of Supervisors recognize and congratulate Robotics World Championship participants, Hence, Team 614, the Nighthawks from Hayfield Secondary School, and Team 5549, the Griffin Robotics from Marshall High School, and direct the Office of Public Affairs to coordinate with FCPS to invite these students, faculty, and families for recognition before the school year is over.

[01:18:14] I'll second that motion along with Supervisor Pawtuck. All those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Anyone opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Vice Chairman Smith. And next up is you, Vice Chairman Smith. I have no board matters. Thank you. Thank you.

[01:18:30] Next up is Supervisor Sizemore Heiser. No board matters for me. Thank you. Thank you very much. Next up is Supervisor Bierman. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I have one board matter, but with your assent, I would like to have it follow the board matter that will be introduced by Supervisor Stork regarding the audit.

[01:18:56] My board matter is essentially a follow-on and a response to that audit and some action steps that build upon the audit. So if that's okay, I will save that. But I also have some important announcements. You know, politics is all about diplomacy, so I hired a diplomat.

[01:19:16] No, kidding aside, I would like to introduce you all to Olga Bashbush, who comes to my office after a 21-year career at the United States Department of State. As a U.S. diplomat, she helped American citizens and facilitated travel and immigration at U.S. embassies in Manila, Philippines, and Asuncion, Paraguay.

[01:19:37] And as a public affairs officer at the U.S. Consulate General in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico and Guayaquil, Ecuador, Olga engaged with media and promoted educational, cultural, sports, and English language exchanges. She's a rock star. She worked on media engagement and policy formation and implementation in the Office of the Undersecretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, the Foreign Press Centers, and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

[01:20:09] Olga and her husband, Luis, have two rambunctious children enrolled in FCPS, which is just the best. Olga is succeeding Prabber Rollins and will cover communications, transportation policy, budget, schools, and a grab bag of everything else because, as you can tell, she's really capable.

[01:20:29] So thank you. Please join me in welcoming Olga. I also have another two people to mention. Catherine Pawlowski is a rising junior at James Madison University.

[01:20:47] I know Chairman McKay will be excited about that one. She's pursuing a degree in economics with a minor in pre-law, and Roshna and I got to talk to you about law. All day long. Anyway, four years ago, she served as a – not three years ago, excuse me.

[01:21:07] She served as a political intern during both the primary and election – general election cycles on my campaign. Now, as a college student, she's gaining firsthand experience with the inner workings of local government and hopefully the values that public service aims to protect and represent.

[01:21:23] We're really happy to have Catherine here with us for the summer. Thank you. And last but not least, another nod to FCPS and to Catherine's alma mater. Lucas Jones is a senior at McLean High School with a strong interest in politics, public service and the law.

[01:21:43] He's participating in McLean High School's Highlander internship program, which allows for seniors to participate in a full-time internship to give students meaningful exposure to a professional environment in the field that aligns with their desired career path. I made him come to my budget town hall and asked him if he still wanted the job, and he showed up.

[01:22:05] Lucas will be attending the University of Pennsylvania to study philosophy, politics, and economics in the class of 2030. Please join me in welcoming Lucas. Thank you. And with that, I will reserve the rest of my time until immediately after Supervisor Stork's audit board matter.

[01:22:29] Thank you. Absolutely. Thank you, Supervisor Beerman. So we will next move to Supervisor Lusk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. On Saturday, May 16th, 20 Fairfax County residents graduated from the Workforce Innovation Skills through Entrepreneurship, also known as the WISE program.

[01:22:47] Over the past nine months, emerging entrepreneurs received world-class instruction at no cost from George Mason University professor Andres Jordan and other mentors. Graduates are pursuing businesses across a variety of industries, including retail, food and beverage, hospitality, import-export, fashion and apparel, accounting, cosmetology, education, film production, fintech, laundromat services, professional development, and 3D printing.

[01:23:17] Now, phase one of this program was the entrepreneurship boot camp, consisting of seven six-hour sessions. Phase two included one-on-one mentorship and group mentorship sessions, as well as panels. And then the program concluded with phase three, which was a student-consultant partnership.

[01:23:39] The WISE program is a result of a strategic partnership between the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, EIP, within the George Mason University's Costello School of Business, the Workforce Innovation Skills Hub, also known as the WISH, Melwood Community Services, and the Fairfax County Department of Family Services.

[01:23:59] I'd like to give a special recognition and shout-out to Virginia State Delegate Paul Krizak, who was instrumental in securing the funding to provide the program at no cost to the participants. I also want to extend my appreciation to Dr. Ajay Vinze, who is the former dean of the Costello College of Business, because it was because of him and his direction that this program was made possible through George Mason.

[01:24:26] Additionally, J.K. Iyer, who is a senior associate dean of academic affairs and global engagement, also within the Costello College of Business. And then placing the WISE program within the High La Valley community highlights that talent exists in every single zip code in Fairfax County.

[01:24:46] So I'm just grateful that we're able to successfully launch and then have those graduates from that program. Second announcement, Mr. Chairman, thank you for your indulgence. I very much appreciate it. I'm pleased to share that the Fairfax County Park Authority has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy as a recipient of the Better Project Award.

[01:25:07] This project highlights public and private partners that demonstrate exceptional achievements in implementing energy, water, or waste reduction projects at individual facilities. Park Authority earned this recognition for its Innovative Energy Savings Performance Contract, or ESPC, at the Franconia Recreation Center.

[01:25:30] The center's modernization project has boosted building performance, lowered operating costs, and enhanced the visitor experience by replacing outdated systems and integrating advanced building controls into one coordinated platform.

[01:25:47] These improvements provide guaranteed annual energy savings of more than 360,000 kilowatt hours, accounting for roughly 20% in annual cost savings over the 20-year period.

[01:26:03] The project has also reduced maintenance needs, improved indoor air quality, and strengthened the overall reliability of the facility operations. And with that, I just want to acknowledge that award for the Fairfax County Park Authority. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Lusk, and that was all, right?

[01:26:23] That concludes my board meeting. All right, excellent. Next up is Supervisor Alcorn. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I have two board matters, both co-sponsored with you, and one announcement. First, relates to Reston Multicultural Festival's 25th anniversary.

[01:26:41] As the board is likely aware, every year we celebrate Reston's rich diversity and inclusive community spirit during the Reston Multicultural Festival. And this year marks the festival's 25th anniversary. And over the past quarter century, this festival has grown into a premier regional event, drawing thousands of visitors to experience music, dance, traditional crafts, and cultural traditions from around the world.

[01:27:07] This annual event honors Reston's founding principles that embrace arts, culture, and inclusivity as cornerstones for the community. The festival builds a strong sense of belonging and pride across the rich diversity in cultures and generations that call Reston home. This year's event will take place on September 19th at Reston Town Center.

[01:27:27] Festival goers will experience more than 20 performances across multiple stages, interactive street-level programming and traditional crafts, handmade goods, food and local community organizations. The event is presented by the Reston Community Center in partnership with the Reston Town Center Association with support from BXP and the Reston Association.

[01:27:49] I invite you to attend on September 19th and join me in celebrating the festival's silver jubilee. Therefore, Mr. Chairman, I would ask without objection that the Office of Public Affairs prepare a resolution to recognize the Reston Multicultural Festival's 25th anniversary to be presented in the boardroom at our meeting on August 25, 2026.

[01:28:12] And without objection, that is so ordered, Supervisor Alcorn. Thank you. Next, and this also is co-sponsored with you, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was founded at Howard University in 1908, making it the oldest Greek letter organization established by African-American college-educated women.

[01:28:39] In 1976, the sorority's Lambda Kappa Omega chapter was established by 23 African-American women living and working in Fairfax County. Among these distinguished women, my predecessor, the late Supervisor Kathy Hudgens, played a pivotal role in the chapter's founding and early growth.

[01:28:59] Over the past 50 years, the chapter has championed educational, social, and economic development throughout our community, leaving an extraordinary legacy of service. Its educational and charitable foundation alone has awarded more than $300,000 to community programs and students pursuing college or technical education.

[01:29:19] The chapter has also provided after-school and weekday meals for elementary school students and enriched learning opportunities for middle and high schoolers through initiatives such as the Partnerships in Mathematics and Science Program with the Northern Virginia Community College and the Ivy Reading Academy.

[01:29:37] And that's spelled A-K-A to me, so Academy. In 2026, the chapter joined the Stop Hunger Now Project with U.S. Hunger, where members packed a remarkable 20,000 meals in just two hours.

[01:29:54] Their spirit of service extends across the county with longstanding support for organizations including Volunteer Fairfax, Embry Rucker Shelter, Catherine K. Hanley Shelter, and Ronald McDonald House, among many others. Lambda Kappa Omega has further strengthened the local community by championing African-American businesses in Fairfax County through the Black Dollar campaign.

[01:30:16] In recognition of their 50th anniversary, the Reston Museum will open an exhibit on the Lambda Kappa Omega's chapter's history on September 13th, immersing visitors in a rich legacy of sisterhood and service to humanity. So, therefore, Mr. Chairman, I ask without objection that the Office of Public Affairs prepare a resolution to recognize the Lambda Kappa Omega's chapter's 50th anniversary to be presented in the boardroom on September 15, 2026.

[01:30:46] And without objection, that is so ordered. Supervisor Alcorn. Thank you very much. And finally, just an announcement, you know, we had earlier today the 250 anniversary, and there's a little beer tinge to that. But I just wanted to note, you know, and I know we have different 250 activities going on all over the county.

[01:31:08] I went to a really interesting one in Vienna over the weekend. It was for Charles Broadwater Day, but I learned some things that maybe I should have known that I didn't know. But the one thing that really struck me is a discussion about Jeremiah Moore.

[01:31:27] Jeremiah Moore was another Vienna resident, and he had a very interesting role in the establishment of religious freedom in the United States. He was an Episcopalian, a lay minister, and then he became a Baptist minister in 1773.

[01:31:47] And back then, in order to preach as a Baptist, you actually had to have a license. And this is in Fairfax County. So he refused to do that, and he was jailed. And out of that effort, he led the effort to petition the General Assembly, which resulted in a certain guy named Jefferson creating the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom.

[01:32:15] It took several years, but this petition ended up getting 10,000 signatures. And I had heard in some of my studies in the distant past about the role of the Baptists in creating the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. This happened just before the Bill of Rights and the First Amendment.

[01:32:34] So anyway, fascinating story. The town of Vienna actually owned Jeremiah Moore's house. It was dismantled about 20 years ago. It is still in storage. But anyway, just a quick announcement there.

[01:32:51] I encourage everybody, as we can, to go to these events because I found this one particularly fascinating. So thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you. And just judging from your colleague's reaction, I don't think any of us knew that story. So we're all in the same boat learning.

[01:33:09] So thank you, Supervisor Alcorn. And next up is Supervisor Jimenez. Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman. I have no board matter, just one announcement. I'm excited to announce today that Mason District Government Center will be hosting a donation drop-off box for the Wolf Shack at Justice High School.

[01:33:27] Justice High School is currently the only Title I high school in Fairfax County with more than 70% of students qualifying for free or reduced price services. The Wolf Shack is a PTSA-sponsored in-school food and resource pantry available to all Justice High School students.

[01:33:45] Thanks to community donation, it provides approximately 500 to 600 students a month with free essential resources ranging from food and toiletries to clothing, serving as a stigma-free space where students can access support without discomfort, whether they are helping their families at home or simply in need of an after-school snack.

[01:34:06] We are also preparing for the summer Shop the Shack stock-up event the week of June 1st, and we're asking for community support. If you're able to contribute, please consider donating new, unopened toiletries, such as deodorant, toothpaste, dental floss, soap, and other items to the donation bin at the Mason District Government Center before June 1st.

[01:34:25] Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Jimenez. And next up is Supervisor Stork. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I have several matters, the first of which is the Fort Hunt Warriors were crowned the 2026 U19 Virginia State High School rugby champions after defeating the Richmond Griffins on May 10, 2026.

[01:34:50] The victory continues a tradition of excellence for the club, who are now advancing to the 2026 Boys High School National Championships. The Warriors are notably eight-time Virginia State champs and will be traveling to the 2026 National Tournament Championship in Elkhart, Virginia.

[01:35:08] Therefore, Mr. Chairman, without objection, we, Supervisor Herity and I, ask that a proclamation be signed by the Chairman, Supervisor Herity, and myself to be presented to the Fort Hunt rugby champions and coaches outside the boardroom to be recognized as the U19 Virginia State High School rugby champions.

[01:35:26] And without objection, that is so ordered. Supervisor Stewart. Thank you. The next item I have is the Economic Opportunity Reserve nomination. Access to early stage capital remains one of the most significant barriers to entrepreneurs in Fairfax County.

[01:35:43] The Fairfax Founders Fund pilot was created to close that gap, delivering catalytic investment to high potential businesses while serving as a foundational pillar and a broader continuum of support. As Fairfax County builds a comprehensive ecosystem for innovative-based entrepreneurs, the Fairfax Founders Fund plays an essential role in delivering early-stage capital to promising founders.

[01:36:05] Since its launch in 2023, the Fairfax Founders Fund has established itself as a key program supporting Fairfax County's innovation economy, deploying nearing $1 million in early-stage capital to 18 high-growth technology startups across nine industry sectors, including biotechnology and life sciences, digital health, cybersecurity and AI security, energy technology and climate tech, advanced communications and defense technology, fintech and data analytics and ag tech.

[01:36:34] The 13 awardees in the first two award cohorts have collectively generated $6.2 million in additional revenue, securing $13.5 million in additional contracts and raised $3.8 million and additional capital, demonstrating a strong return on the county's investment.

[01:36:52] By bridging the critical funding gap, allowing promising startups to take root, the program is directly fulfilling its mission, attracting and retaining entrepreneurs, strengthening innovation clusters, increasing economic diversity, and expanding economic opportunity for founders of all backgrounds in Fairfax County.

[01:37:11] Fairfax County faces increasing competition from other states for technology talent and investment, as highlighted in the Economic Competitives discussion at the May 12th Economic Initiatives Committee meeting. The Fairfax Founders Fund responds to these issues and provides support to promising startups building, growing, and creating jobs in Fairfax County.

[01:37:31] While staff works to address the Chairman's recent FY28 budget guidance to develop and return to the Board with a strategy to transition the EOR to a more flexible tool for supporting economic development while ensuring that the county's reserve posture stays strong.

[01:37:48] An extension of the pilot program is needed now to sustain momentum and continue to deliver early-stage capital to promising founders. The program would continue to be implemented in partnership with Fairfax County's Economic Development Authority, the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation, the Virginia Small Business Development Center's Innovation and Commercialization Assistance Program, George mason university in the network of local angel and venture capital advisors therefore mr chairman we move that the county executive evaluate the use of the county's economic opportunity reserve to fund an extension of the fairfax founders fund in an amount not to exceed three hundred thousand

[01:38:26] dollars as this program was previously reviewed at board committee we asked this funding request along with the program performance report be brought directly to the board of supervisors for consideration at a date no later than July 2026. I'm happy to second that, along with Supervisor Beerman.

[01:38:44] Any discussion on the motion? Mr. Chairman, I should have initially mentioned that it was jointly from the two of us, and I know we've been working on this for a good, good while, and trying to figure out how best to move forward in recognizing really what the budget guidance that you put together identifies, which is Ferris County needs a broader spectrum of opportunities and options for working with potential companies that want to grow and develop here. And so this is kind of a transition gives us that opportunity to do that. Absolutely. Happy to support it. Any other discussion? Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor of the motion,

[01:39:19] please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries. Supervisor Stork. My next item, Mr. Chairman, is adoption of the performance audit to the board's May 2026 quarterly report, and this is jointly with myself, Supervisor Bierman, Supervisor Herity, and Supervisor Jimenez.

[01:39:39] The performance auditor of the Board's draft report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 Active Transportation Projects Study was presented at the May 12, 2026 Audit Committee meeting. The objective of the study was to understand the key factors that drive the cost and timeliness of active transportation projects funded by the Fairbanks County Board of Supervisors $100 million initiative. The report includes five recommendations, and management agreed with the recommendations. The audit committee approved all recommendations with a modification directing county staff to respond back within 10 days on expedited implementation dates. See the attached

[01:40:17] email from the Deputy County Executive Jennifer Miller and Transportation Director Steverson and their team's updated response. The performance auditor to the board will follow up with accountable staff to ensure management implements all recommendations. The report can be found at the committee meeting linked below and was distributed to board members electronically.

[01:40:38] Therefore, we move that the Board of Supervisors approve the performance auditor to the board's May 2026 report with the attached updated management response. You've heard the motion. It's been seconded by Supervisor Bierman and I presume the others on the audit committee, Supervisor Herity and Jimenez. Any discussion on the motion?

[01:41:00] Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries. And Supervisor Stork, if you're willing to yield for a moment, I know you still have at least another board matter and maybe an announcement.

[01:41:16] But at this time, I go back and recognize Supervisor Beerman. Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you, Supervisor Stork, for letting me do this. Board matter, I have one board matter, which is a standardized project delivery guide for active transportation projects. I'm going to read the board matter, and then I'm happy to discuss it further.

[01:41:33] Recently, the performance auditor to the board and the Office of Financial and Program Audit conducted a study of active transportation projects examining the drivers of cost and time related to the county's $100 million active transportation initiative that began in 2021. The auditor's work builds upon the discussion from our April 7, 2026 Board Transportation Committee meeting.

[01:41:58] Among other things, the study observed a clear need to enhance and strengthen internal project management processes. The study noted that FCDOT currently lacks a standardized project delivery guide to be used by staff managing and shepherding these projects, and implementing more formal training and enhancing such resources will be necessary to improve project delivery goals and avoid inconsistent management approaches.

[01:42:22] Such a standardized project delivery guide is long overdue, especially in light of the current timelines that the board has typically seen on these complex, but still often smaller than average projects. As such, FCDOT is committed to developing and producing such a guide by August 31st, 2026. This guide should be designed to aid FCDOT employees while informing and educating board offices. This guide will be a working document that can change over time, but should include, among other things, step-by-step descriptions of how an active transportation project moves from concept to completion with defined key roles and responsibilities for

[01:43:02] internal agencies and outside partners, internal checklists regarding what must occur to move from one step to the next, durations for each section of the process considering both that which is internal to FCDOT and external factors, an emphasis on internal handoff periods with strong expectations for how projects should move from step to step, and explanations of key project decision points and what is to occur when planned timelines slip, i.e. when to engage management or board offices and or when to follow up with external actors, such as external design consultants, VDOT, or utility companies.

[01:43:40] In addition, this guide should be informed by various recommendations in the Active Transportation Study and discussed at the April 7th Board Transportation Committee meeting, including but not limited to considerations regarding when to engage with DPWS on land acquisition when to conduct survey work, and how to engage board offices and the public early in the process.

[01:44:01] This guide should also consider and define any opportunities to skip or move expeditiously through various processes or steps based on project size and scope. FCDOT is advised that this guide must set and define expeditious and ambitious expectations for project delivery.

[01:44:19] This guide is being adopted in the context of a system that is too often moved without the urgency demanded by our residents or this board. In light of circumstances in which we find ourselves, it is necessary to request that FCDOT provide an interim update at our next Board Transportation Committee meeting on June 16, 2026, regarding both this new guide and FCDOT's ongoing response to the audit.

[01:44:41] At that meeting, FCDOT must present the start of the guide and address the following elements of active transportation projects, key roles and responsibilities, descriptions of each project phase from scoping to construction completion, typical durations of project phases and anticipated handoffs, and key project decision points.

[01:44:59] Therefore, Mr. Chairman, I move that FCDOT incorporate the aforementioned direction of the board in the development of its standardized project guide for active transportation projects and move that FCDOT provide an update regarding this guide and its ongoing response to the audit at the June 16, 2026 Board Transportation Committee meeting.

[01:45:17] I'm happy to second that motion, along with Supervisor Seismore Heiser and Supervisor Jimenez. Discussion on the motion, Supervisor Bierman. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. First off, I want to really thank the auditor and the entire team at the Office of Financial and Program Audit for conducting this active transportation project study.

[01:45:37] I think there's a lot of very, very important information in that study, and I really urge my colleagues to read it. I think the study revealed that we have some holes in our systems and that we need to try to develop much better systems so that we have consistency and speed with respect to how we deliver these projects.

[01:45:55] I believe that our county staff are full of people who are mission-driven, diligent, and hard-working, but I think it's very much important that we as the board define that mission with a sense of urgency and a sense of speed to deliver on behalf of our constituents.

[01:46:11] I cannot tell you enough how many people have said things to me like, we've been waiting for that sidewalk for 10 years. That simply cannot happen anymore, and I think that this is really a theme that the board is trying to work on across government. The other day, we had a committee meeting in which someone said that a certain type of project on a good day took five years and if things got in the way, it took eight.

[01:46:38] I said, how do we have more good days in Fairfax County? In fact, I think we should say what's a good day and then what's the most excellent day ever and cut it in half. You can see that in why I asked us to be a little bit more aggressive with our timelines even in responding to this audit.

[01:46:55] So I think this board matter sets the stage for taking those steps. I think it helps us have the building blocks to deliver for our constituents better. And I really urge you all to support this board matter and to help us all together collectively work to make sure that our government is more efficient and effective.

[01:47:15] Thank you. Supervisor Palczyk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to thank Supervisor Bierman, the Chair of Transportation Committee, for bringing this forward. I do have a couple of comments and questions on it. Number one, where you mentioned internal agencies and outside partners, I assume you mean including Board of Supervisors, our offices, and the community, because sometimes we are an impediment.

[01:47:40] Oh, absolutely. And the active transportation study is very good because it also shows the complexity that goes into these projects. And I'm not naive to think that we can always deliver like that when we also need to work with many other components and many other parts. But I think we should know how our section, our portion of the project is moving as expeditiously as possible. And yes, that absolutely involves working with us and the community. Yes.

[01:48:16] And I would just, I know we're all really passionate. I'm very passionate about active transportation in my community since I was six years old and was trying to get sidewalks. But I understand, you know, that we're not the ones doing the actual work. So I just want to make sure we continue to be aggressive on the timelines, but have guidelines in support of each other, of staff, because we are dealing, and you've learned if you haven't yet, VDOT can be a huge impediment.

[01:48:41] Other issues can be a huge impediment. I know there's a lot in here, so I just want to make sure we've aligned the expectations. I haven't looked at the exact dates you presented versus what Deputy County Executive Miller shared with us. Deputy County Executive Miller, did I share this board matter with you over the last several days?

[01:49:02] Oh, I'm sorry. Deputy County Executive Jennifer Miller, yes. We worked with Supervisor Behrman on this and Supervisor Stork as well in modifying the timelines to be aggressive yet realistic.

[01:49:18] Thank you. That's what I like to hear, aggressive yet realistic. I think it's not an issue that was created like housing overnight. So I just want to make sure that we're all moving in the right direction. I do agree. I think part of the concern I've had is that in the past, before your time, there was some inequity. And I think where projects were built, how they were built because of maybe aggressiveness from certain offices or communities.

[01:49:40] So I hope in this there's also consideration to ensuring that we are using the One Fairfax policy in the way we implement and define roles and responsibilities, meaning giving that responsibility to the right county employees as well.

[01:49:58] Sure. If there's one word in this board matter that I would like people to focus on, it's the word urgency. But that urgency, in my view, goes across the county, across districts, across communities. We have to deliver these things faster. And that, I think, is not necessarily only in response to the Drainesville District or in response to the Springfield District. It's response to all districts. And as I said at the beginning, I believe that we have mission-driven, hardworking, diligent staff. I just think we need to set the mission as being

[01:50:34] faster project delivery, and that's what I'm trying to do with this. Thank you. And a number of hands have gone up. I'm going to go on this side, and then we'll come over here if there are any additional comments? Supervisor Alcorn. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And Supervisor Bierman, thank you for bringing this forward. And Deputy County Executive Miller, thank you for coming down, because I was going to ask a similar question to what you just asked.

[01:50:56] And I'd just like us to remember, you know, our board has both legislative and executive responsibility. We delegate our executive responsibility to the county executive. So when we wade into this, I just want to make sure we get the language right. And Supervisor Palachuk already asked about the dates. I want to make sure, is the rest of the language okay? Is it consistent? Because I haven't done a complete crosswalk either in terms of something that can be implemented. I'm all for speeding it up, but I'd like to ask Deputy County Executive Miller.

[01:51:34] Yes. So many of the processes already exist, but some did not. So Supervisor Behrman, working with us agreed to bifurcate. So there's some that is due in the June 16th, and those are the things that already exist or that we can create within that timeline. The things that do not, that we still needed to create, are the August 31st deadline. And the transportation team, Greg Steverson and Martha and their leadership team, and I met on Friday to kind of walk through all of the timelines and ensure that we can meet those timelines. And Supervisor Beerman added the

[01:52:07] language on can change over time. So this will be an initial draft, and we're working on, you know, updating it as we get input from VDOT and others. Okay. All right. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. Okay. Supervisor Herity. Yeah, two quick things, and I'll try to keep them very quick.

[01:52:26] The word sequential is not in the board matter at all. I know it's probably assumed to be in there, but step-by-step sometimes mean you wait. I know it doesn't. I completely agree with you. Yes. I I figured I just want to make sure that we don't overlook things that can be done at the same time.

[01:52:42] Concurrently. Concurrently, yes. Thank you. Better word. The second thing is, as I shared at the audit committee, I think we've had a lot of focus on active transportation projects, but I think we need the audit committee and our audit team that does a great job to look at program management across the county rather than – I'm supporting this, but I think we need a broader look at program management, how we do that, and how we can do it better. So thank you. Thank you. Let me ask, I thought I saw Supervisor Sizemore-Heiser's hand earlier. Yeah, just briefly, I really appreciate this board matter.

[01:53:21] As some of you may have heard me say in my short time on the board, project management, SOPs, knowledge management, and having that schedule and timeline laid out, as well as the processes laid out, will just help us be more efficient and effective. I understand that VDOT is often a large challenge. But what we can control under our control, I think we should look at. So I appreciate Supervisor Beerman working with Deputy County Executive Miller as well on the timelines. But I think this is just going to make our side of the House as efficient and effective. So then we can ask the other side of the House to maybe do similar things. But we can control, we can control. So thank you for bringing this. Thank you very much. And I'm going to give Supervisor Beerman the final

[01:53:58] word. I'm just going to also thank you for bringing this forward. You know, this is one of the reasons why we do audits is not to point fingers but to look at process improvements that can be put in place and and the bullet that most jumps out at me on here and this is just a lot of years of frustration is the point about key decision points and when to engage management or board offices I think a lot of times these projects get delayed by outside factors we don't know that and we can play a role in helping prevent that or getting them dislodged, especially if in dealing with a lot of our other funding partners or dealing with VDOT.

[01:54:36] Some of these are very complicated, even dealing with the community, where there's a standoff. Our board offices can help adjudicate those and try to bring people together to solve for those problems. And I've seen too many examples where a delay has happened. We didn't know.

[01:54:52] It reaches a boiling point, and only then do we get called in. And I would just say the board offices can play a role in delaying these, as was acknowledged earlier, but can also play a role in expediting them. And this is a positive outcome from an audit process that is sometimes uncomfortable but meant to just improve processes moving forward and try to standardize things.

[01:55:15] And so I am supportive of this. I thank Supervisor Beerman for bringing it forward. And I think any time we can do things more quickly, I think all of us agree that that makes sense. Supervisor Beerman, do you have a final comment? No further comments. Let's vote. All right. Yeah, before you lose people.

[01:55:35] All right. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries, and I will return back to Supervisor Stork. Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and this discussion was very helpful, and I just wanted to take a moment.

[01:55:53] Our auditors in the audience, Jennifer Gerard, they've done a great job of bringing this together. She has a wonderful team. The Office of Financial and Performance Auditor, and I think we need more resources to really-- because I think we can do more to highlight and create and identify elements like this.

[01:56:14] I think they did a great job with the active transportation project study. And just a reminder to everybody here, At our next meeting, at the next audit meeting, we're going to be talking about our FY27 audit plan. So if you have specific audit ideas or audit things that we should, the team should be looking at, please either share those with us broadly or you can share with an individual member and they can bring those forward.

[01:56:40] Or you can go directly to Jennifer Girard and share that with her. She's going to be bringing those ideas, if you will, and a little bit of work around that to our next meeting so we can then decide from that. It only will come back to the board. It will be an audit committee recommendation.

[01:56:56] It will come back to all of you, and you will be able to make that final decision on it. So thank you all very much. The last written item I have is for Holly Elementary School's 30th anniversary. It's joining with Chairman McKay as well as Supervisor Herity.

[01:57:11] For 30 years, Holly Elementary School has served as a welcoming and vibrant learning community for students, families, since opening its door on September 5, 1995, And dedicated in May of 1996, Holly Elementary School has been committed to creating a supportive environment where every student is encouraged to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential.

[01:57:31] Named after Lorton resident William Holly, the school reflects a strong connection to the history and character of the surrounding community. William Holly was a dedicated supporter of local schools in the early 1900s, providing firewood to help keep schoolhouses warm, and purchasing timber for the construction of the new Lorton School after the Silverbrook Schoolhouse was destroyed by fire.

[01:57:52] A lot of the history there, you can just feel it. He also drove children to the Lorton School each day so that they would not have to walk through the grounds of the workhouse and reformatory. Carrying forward this spirit of service, care, and commitment to education, Holly Elmett School has spent the past three decades fostering a culture centered on academic excellence, positive relationships, inclusion, and service to others.

[01:58:13] Holly Elmett School has been recognized for its innovative programs and dedication to student success. The school's Prevent, Act, Resolve, Character Education program became a model for positive behavioral interventions and support. In 2001, Holly earned national recognition for its bullying prevention efforts.

[01:58:31] The school has also demonstrated a strong commitment to early childhood education and inclusive learning. The elementary school early childhood inclusion program was established to integrate special education and general education in early childhood classrooms, providing personalized learning opportunities that support the differentiated needs of young learners.

[01:58:50] Comprehensive early childhood reading, social-emotional development, responsive classroom practices, and early access to STEAM education have all played an important role in fostering a whole child approach to learning before students even reach kindergarten. The continuous success of Holly Island Middle School is a testament to the dedication of its teachers, staff, administrators, PTA, families, and the broader community, all of whom have played an important role in shaping generations of students the past 30 years therefore mr chairman we ask without objection to direct the office of public affairs to prepare a proclamation recognizing the 35th anniversary of holly elementary school to be presented on may 29 2026 at holly elementary school in celebration of the school's

[01:59:28] lasting contributions to fairfax county's residents families and community and without objection that is so ordered supervisor stork thank you and the last time i have mr chairman is a verbal one which is join us. We have our second annual Summer Palooza, which will be on June 6th and will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It'll be at the Mount Vernon Governmental Center. Last year's success was just truly overwhelming. We had almost 2,000 people attend the Palooza last year, and we really had no idea going in. We combined the Ides of Bark, which was a beloved,

[02:00:04] meeting a day for folks with dogs to come and join us. We had an environmental expo. Bringing them all together, all the different groups together, really was the secret formula here that really got so many people out. Come join us. There's a lot going on. A local band, Highway Legends, as well as food, animals, dogs, county programs and services, small businesses.

[02:00:30] It will absolutely be a stop for the semi-quincentennial experience or the 25th. You know, got to do it, got to do it to come. So I would just say, again, join us. We also will have a taste of Mount Vernon.

[02:00:46] Again, June 6th, Saturday, June 6th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thank you. Thank you, Supervisor Stork. And next up is Supervisor Palachuk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I have three board matters. The third one is a fun one, like Supervisor Stork.

[02:01:01] trying to prove to my daughter our jobs are fun too. The first is authorizing concurrent site plan processing for SCA-95-P-008-02. Members of the board SCA-95-P-008-02 seeks approval of a special exception amendment to establish a financial institution with drive-through service at 3058 Gatehouse Plaza in the Merrifield Suburban Center. The application is being considered concurrently with a minor comprehensive plan amendment for Merrifield subunit G2 to allow

[02:01:37] an additional drive-through use within the shopping center. On October 28, 2025, the Board authorized the comprehensive plan amendment as a Tier 2 item to be processed concurrently with the special exception amendment. Since that time, the applicant has worked closely with staff on both applications. Staff have indicated they have no concerns with the proposal. The applications are scheduled for a public hearing before the Board on October 27, 2026. To facilitate timely implementation of the proposal, should the applications ultimately be approved, the applicant has requested authorization for concurrent site plan processing. Therefore, Mr. Chairman, I move

[02:02:17] that the Board of Supervisors direct staff to concurrently process any site plans associated with SCA-95-P-008-2 and the related comprehensive plan amendment for Merrifield Land Subunit G2. This motion should not be construed as a favorable recommendation by the Board on the pending application and does not relieve the applicant from compliance with the provisions of all applicable ordinances, regulations, or adopted standards.

[02:02:43] Chair, we'll second that motion. Any discussion on the motion? Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries. Supervisor Pelchik. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The next is our blood drive.

[02:03:00] So, members of the board, my office, in partnership with Inova Blood Services, is hosting our first Providence District blood drive on Saturday, June 13th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jim Scott Community Center. I think we're following the footsteps of Sully District.

[02:03:16] In recent years, shortages of blood have become increasingly common across the nation and our region. Every two seconds, someone needs blood in the United States, and Inova Blood Donor Services must collect 200 units every single day to support the patients who depend on them.

[02:03:32] Trauma victims, mothers in childbirth, newborns, or neighbors receiving cancer treatment, or those undergoing surgery. While approximately 62% of Americans are eligible to donate, only 3% actually do. A single donation takes only an hour and can save up to three lives.

[02:03:49] I do have our flyer here. I was going to bring my donation card, but left it at home. But I know it is with pride that those of us who donate blood are able to do so. Therefore, I move without objection that the Office of Public Affairs promote this event through appropriate channels. I further move that the board encourage residents to help spread the word and join in supporting our community through this act of service.

[02:04:12] And without objection, that is so ordered, Supervisor Palcik. Mr. Chairman, the final one is jointly with yourself, Supervisors Bierman and Alcorn, promoting Copa Tyson's World Cup watch parties. I was going to bring in, I believe Lowe's has a 10-foot blow-up Messi doll, but I decided that might be too much.

[02:04:33] As the world's attention turns to the FIFA World Cup this summer, Tyson's has an opportunity to channel that global energy directly into Fairfax County's urban court. Soccer, or football, as many of us call it, is the world's game, and a few events generate the same level of international excitement, passion, and communal energy. Beginning in June 2026, the Tysons Community Alliance, in partnership with local stakeholders and venue partners, will host COPA Tysons, a signature community activation aligned with the county's placemaking and economic development

[02:05:10] goals. The series of free public World Cup watch parties will be at Star Hill Brew Pub up in the perch of the Capital One Center and the PenFed Plaza at Tyson's Corner Center. They will have screenings of U.S. men's national team matches and include celebrations tied to America's 250th anniversary in partnership with Visit Fairfax and Fairfax 250, but I'll be there for the Argentina games too. A full schedule of Copa Tyson's events and activations is available at tysonsva.org.

[02:05:45] Tyson's is uniquely positioned to serve as a regional hub for these celebrations, with residents representing countries and cultures from around the world, many with deep soccer or football traditions. These events are designed to attract fans from across the broader DMV region while showcasing Tyson's world-class venues, restaurants, entertainment destinations, and public gathering spaces.

[02:06:07] I therefore move without objection that the Office of Public Affairs assist in promoting these events through county communication channels and encourage residents and visitors to join us in Tysons to celebrate this unique global sporting moment together. And I just want to add, I know D.C. is pushing all of their watch parties.

[02:06:25] So those of you on COG and Tony, competition's on, game's on. Let's push this out and show the community that here in Tysons in Virginia and greater D.C., we've got the games, and we hope to be on some of the watch party screens as well.

[02:06:41] And without objection, that is so ordered, Supervisor Palchuk. That is all, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Palchuk. Supervisor Herity. I have one board matter, which is a discussion on administration of a tax rebate.

[02:07:03] In this past budget cycle, I asked staff what our board would need to have in place to provide tax relief to residents in the form of a tax rebate. The response from staff was pretty simple. If the county reports a surplus of real or personal property tax revenues in a fiscal year, it may develop a method to return such surplus revenues to taxpayers that were assessed taxes during that year, and that's under Virginia Code Section 15.2, 2511.1.

[02:07:31] The county would need to adopt an ordinance that sets forth the method of returning such surplus revenue. While the statute includes certain requirements that must be met, it allows the county to develop a feasible method to implement this practice. The City of Richmond, Louisa County, and Henrico County have adopted ordinance to implement such a rebate, and a review of their method may be of assistance in this area.

[02:07:57] Implementing a rebate program could be administratively complex and would require various system enhancements. The Department of Tax Administration, Department of Information Technologies, Department of Finance would need to allocate resources and personnel to manage the program, determine eligibility, and issue rebate checks.

[02:08:17] The cost of implementing and managing a potential rebate program should be carefully considered to ensure it is cost-effective. I think it would be prudent for the board to have a discussion on the various administration options, pros, cons, and potential costs of an ordinance.

[02:08:35] to provide tax rebates should the opportunity arise in future budgets and carryover discussions. As we work to move more of the critical maintenance funding and IT budget needs into the base budget, we will hopefully reach a point where we can return some of the taxpayers' funds to them.

[02:08:52] It would be a shame to have the funds available for a rebate without a mechanism in place to administer them. And I realize we need to consider the cost of such a program. Therefore, Mr. Chairman, without objection, I ask the board direct staff to identify what would be necessary to administer a tax rebate, including consideration of the various administration options, personnel and operational costs, pros, cons, and cost of an ordinance to provide tax rebates.

[02:09:21] The board should have a discussion at a future budget committee meeting on this item to decide whether to develop an ordinance to allow for the option to provide tax rebates in the future. You've heard the motion. I will second it as the chair of the budget committee as a request for information.

[02:09:38] I will say I asked this question internally several times, and I think the complexity issue, a lot of it relates to DTA and legacy IT systems. And so as time has gone on, I think the ease of doing that also is moving in the right direction so that it's not as heavy a lift should the board ever consider doing that in the future.

[02:10:01] And so years ago when I asked this question, it was, to your point, I mean, the cost of doing it almost was as much as the value of the rebate. And so, you know, as technology improves and processes improve, I have no objection to having a conversation about this should that time ever come.

[02:10:22] Additional discussion, Supervisor Alcorn. Yeah, thank you. I'm okay, I guess, with, you know, getting more information. But, I don't know, this comes across to me as kind of gimmicky. I mean, honestly, we have a neighbor just to our west that is pulling in a billion three from data centers.

[02:10:42] I mean, there are data centers all over Loudoun County. And, you know, they just cut their tax rate. As far as I know, they've never looked at doing this, even though they've really gotten windfalls the last few budget years. And I don't know. I mean, we have the process in place to reduce tax rates.

[02:11:03] So I don't know. I mean, I'm open to hearing more information. It just seems to me it's, you know, something that, you know, is a problem seeking or a solution seeking a problem. So anyway, thank you. Thank you, Supervisor Alcorn. Any further discussion?

[02:11:21] Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Supervisor Herity. That's it, Mr. Chairman. Thank you, Supervisor Herity. We now are going to move on to our administrative items, and I'm going to ask Supervisor Smith if you have a motion to approve admin items 1 through 9.

[02:11:42] I move approval of admin items 1 through 9. You've heard the motion. I'm happy to second that, along with Supervisor Pouchik. Any items that board members would like to have pulled for discussion or a separate vote? Supervisor Stork. I just have a comment on number two.

[02:11:58] I just want to comment on admin two, which is authorization to advertise a public hearing on amendments to the code of the county of Fairfax, Chapter 5, offenses relating to property. Supervisor Stork. Yes, sir. This is long overdue to help us really address trespassers more efficiently and particularly allows Fairfax County Police Department to enforce trespassing laws when private property owners are not available.

[02:12:24] Well, in other words, after hours or when the owner's not present. So this is a real opportunity for us to, particularly where we have situations where, ongoing situations where folks are trespassing, to manage it more effectively, efficiently, and I think appropriately. So I'm looking forward to the public hearings and the other work around this.

[02:12:43] Thank you. Thank you, Supervisor Stork, Supervisor Palachuk, then Supervisor Lusk. Mr. I was going to ask staff later, but since we're here, when we come back with this, It would be helpful to understand how this will change in practice, what we are currently doing today and what this would allow us to do, just to ensure we and the public all are on the same page on that.

[02:13:04] Thank you. Definitely. And I mention this whenever we do these, that the language is only as valuable as our ability to enforce it practically. And I think that's really at the crux of the conversation. Supervisor Lusk. Mr. Chairman, I don't want to pull Admin 7.

[02:13:19] I just want to make a comment on Admin 7, if that's okay. Okay. It is. Admin 7 is extension of review period for 2232 application for High Blue Valley Community Center in the Franconia District. Supervisor Lusk. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I just want to note for the record that my office is coordinated with DPD staff on Admin 7 in regard to the 2232 application for the High Blue Valley Community Center.

[02:13:44] And the wish, I want to publicly commend DPD staff for prioritizing the completion of this 2232 by October 31st, 2026, rather than March 5th, 2027, in order to accelerate the provision of much-needed child care services in the community.

[02:14:02] Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you. Are there any other discussion? Supervisor Alcorn. Yeah, just very quickly back on admin, too. I appreciate the discussion about implementation. Let's just announce that again, just so folks watching know which one we're talking about. That's authorization to advertise a public hearing on amendments to the Code of the County of Fairfax Chapter 5 Offenses Relating to Property Supervisor Alcorn.

[02:14:23] Yeah, thank you. So on that one in particular, when we do get this, I would love to hear a little bit more detail on how the police department would implement this and how, frankly, it could be communicated. And I'm thinking in particular with homeowners associations and others that have had to use this process before.

[02:14:49] And because this is a live one. So anyway, look forward to the discussion. Thank you. Okay. If there's no additional discussion, all those in favor of our admin items, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions?

[02:15:05] That motion carries. And we have two action items. Action item number one is approval of the five-year consolidated plan for FY 2027, FY 2031, and one-year action plan for FY 2027. And I will turn to Supervisor Sizemore-Heiser for a motion.

[02:15:23] Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I move that the Board adopt the Consolidated Community Funding Advisory Committee's final recommendation regarding the five-year consolidated plan for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and the one-year action plan for fiscal year 2027 with funding allocations outlined in this package.

[02:15:41] I'm happy to second that, along with Supervisor Palczyk. Discussion on the motion? Yeah, okay, I thought the motion was longer. Yeah, it is. Yeah, it's okay. We'll withdraw those for a moment and let you finish the motion. Thank you. I'm glad that you're all excited about this. I further move that the board authorize signature the Consolidated Plan Certifications and Federal Funding Application Forms, SF-424s, and that the board authorize submission of the plans with certifications in SF-424s by June 2, 2026, as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, HUD.

[02:16:16] And Supervisor Pacek still seconds that, and I still second that, and we picked up one. Supervisor Bierman, discussion on the motion. Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed?

[02:16:31] Any abstentions? That motion carries. Action item number two is resolution to support the addition of a portion of terminal road into the Virginia highway system in the Mount Vernon District, Supervisor Stork. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I move the county executive's resolution to support the addition of a portion of terminal road into the Virginia highway system.

[02:16:53] You've heard the motion. I'm happy to second that. Discussion on the motion? Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? That motion carries. And we next have up a consideration item, and that is consideration item one, Appeal of Exception Review Committee Decision of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance for 6624 Tunlaw Court, Alexandria, Virginia, 22124, Tax Map Numbers 71-4, Double Circle 1, 69, and 71-4, Double Circle 14A in the Mason District.

[02:17:32] And first, let me turn to Supervisor Jimenez if he would like to make a motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Before I go ahead and make any motions, I would like to comment on this case.

[02:17:49] Over the last three years, I don't think I've seen a case like this. It's very complex. But I do believe that, you know, it is my intention to not only push this forward, but recommended that the board also approve the appeal. County staff recommended approval of the request subject to specific notifications that the applicant agreed to satisfy.

[02:18:10] So in reviewing the ERC's decision, it is important to distinguish this application from prior cases involving swimming pools. A swimming pool is generally considered an accessory or secondary use, whereas this request involves construction of a single-family home, which is primarily permitted residential use.

[02:18:29] As such, the circumstances and impacts are materially different. Given the staff recommendation, the applicant's agreement, two conditions, and the unique facts of this case, there is a reasonable basis for granting the appeal. I do have one question of staff before we kind of move forward.

[02:18:46] How many of these appeals have come before the ERC, and how many of those cases that have come before have been approved? Sure, thank you. Dan Rizzo with Land Development Services. Of similarly situated applications, 12 applications have been heard by the Accept and Review Committee.

[02:19:08] And of those 12, two have been appealed to the board. Well, thank you for that. Just to, I guess, show, obviously, only 12 of these cases have come before. And it seems, as staff indicated, and thank you for that, all 12 have gone forward.

[02:19:26] So there is precedent to this. And Supervisor Menez, before you make your motion, since we did have an opportunity to ask questions, I do want to ask one just so that we have it for the record as well, which is when, should these be approved, there are conditions on future use. And so can you outline some of the restrictions that will be in place should this be approved?

[02:19:46] Certainly. Thank you. The resource protection area is governed by the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance. And that ordinance carries with it some regulations and requirements of how you can use that land.

[02:20:02] There are processes in place, administratively or through public hearings and exceptions, to move forward with work within the RPA. But there are quite a few restrictions as far as vegetation management, establishment of buffer areas, and environmental health.

[02:20:20] And are there any additional restrictions on this particular application in addition to the broader ones that you just mentioned, which protect those resource protection areas? Not that I'm aware of that isn't covered by the ordinance.

[02:20:40] Okay. Supervisor Palchuk. Thank you, if I may. I don't think it came up. I think we've received additional information because this is so rare. And so for the record, I think it would be helpful to understand, number one, if you can share with us some of those additional performance requirements that they're going to be offering.

[02:21:03] And number two, or maybe starting with that, what was staff's recommendation during this process? Sure. Staff recommended approval of this application. The application included a substantial number of plantings to fortify the buffer area on the property, specifically around the area of development, as well as identified some potential areas for water quality improvements, BMPs specifically, which would later be final detailed in the infill lot grading plan stage of the development.

[02:21:38] Thank you. I mean, I know we have Mark Gorey here. We've received some legal analysis. I don't know if there's something you can share with us publicly about any legal concerns around this case. Good morning. My name is Mark Gorey, Assistant County Attorney. I'm reluctant to share legal advice in a public setting, and I believe staff has a prepared presentation to review the facts of this case, not to take a position or to make a recommendation, but to lay out the framework of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance,

[02:22:17] how this exception application moved through the exception review committee and to lay out the role of the Board of Supervisors in reviewing its appeal and making a decision on the appeal.

[02:22:32] And I believe the applicant is here and would like the opportunity to address the board as well, which has been traditionally the way in which we've handled these when they've come up in the rare occasion. Thank you. I don't think I've sat through one, so I appreciate that.

[02:22:47] Yeah. Thank you, Mr. Gorey. Supervisor Alcorn. Yeah, just very quickly on the process here. You know, a long time ago when I was on the Planning Commission, this ordinance came through and I worked it. And I know we are also, separate from this case, looking at some possible changes to the process.

[02:23:08] So I would just note that some of the things that we're looking at and some of the limitations are driven by state law and not even our ordinance, or at least it was 25 years ago when I last looked at the state authorization for this. So thank you.

[02:23:25] Okay, any additional questions? And let me ask this before you move forward with the motion, Supervisor Jimenez, if there's anything else that staff would like to share with us. I mean, the information that we're discussing here, of course, was in the staff report. We've received supplemental legal advice, but let me just make sure if there's anything else you would like to share with the board in your presentation before I turn to Supervisor Jimenez for a motion.

[02:23:51] Yes, Kirsten Munz, the Director of the Site Development and Inspections Division. With staff's original recommendation of approval to the ERC, there were a number of conditions that were also included that were recommended at that time, so those are recommended to be imposed. There are some additional conditions that are, I think, under consideration as well.

[02:24:16] One relates to a front yard setback variance that will be required as part of this application as well in order for it to be viable. That's been postponed pending the decision on this matter. Okay, thank you.

[02:24:31] And that's what I was asking about earlier, so I appreciate you making that clarification. Are there any other questions for board members before I turn to Supervisor Jimenez? Okay, Supervisor Jimenez. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And just given all the information from this case, I just think it's worth noting before I read this motion again that the last piece of what I had read, and I just think it's worth just kind of repeating one more time, kind of slower.

[02:24:57] Given the staff recommendation, the applicant's agreement to the conditions, and the unique facts of this case, there is a reasonable basis for granting the appeal. I appreciate that.

[02:25:15] So I'm going to read the motion. It is a little bit long, so I will read it as diligently as I can. The appellant has demonstrated that the proposed dwelling at 6624 Tun law court, Alexander, Virginia, 22312 complies with section 118-6-7 of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance for loss of buildable area and satisfies all the required findings for an exception in section 118-6-6 of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance. Accordingly, I move that the Board of Supervisors grant the appeal

[02:25:53] and approve the exception for loss of buildable areas proposed in WAIV-2025-00299 subject to the following conditions. The appellant must obtain approval of front yard setback variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals to allow the dwelling to be located on the parcel as shown on the resource area protection encroachment exception request plat. Two, comply with chapter 124.1 of the Code of the County of Fairfax, Virginia, and three, comply with conditions listed one through six

[02:26:30] and number 8 in the October 7, 2025 staff report for WAIV-2025-00299 and WQIA-2025-00034.

[02:26:46] Four, the maintenance of the vegetative buffer is paramount to achieve the purposes of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance. Thus, the clearing of trees and vegetation and the treatment of trees on the property is discouraged except in cases where the tree is deemed dead, deceased, or dying, and in all cases must be pre-approved by the Fairfax County Land Development Services in accordance with the provisions of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance.

[02:27:14] 5. No additional impervious cover is permitted to be constructed on the property beyond that which is approved as part of this application. 6. The RPA exception expires automatically without notice on May 19, 2028, unless a grading plan has been approved.

[02:27:33] You've heard the motion and it's been multiply seconded. Discussion on the motion. Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And Supervisor Stork abstains, and that motion carries 9 to 0 to 1.

[02:27:52] Okay, thank you very much. And now that brings us to closed session. And let me ask first if there are any announcements of deferrals. Supervisor Palchek. Not a deferral.

[02:28:07] I want to confirm that the Providence case will be heard today, I believe. It was written as deferred in a previous copy, but it will be heard today. That is correct, and thank you for that clarification. In hearing no others, let me ask the county attorney how long we need for closed session.

[02:28:25] Mr. Chairman, I estimate approximately one hour and 45 minutes. One hour and 45 minutes. So that puts us at 1.45, reporting into closed session at 1.45, promptly should this motion carry. Supervisor Smith. Mr. Chairman, I move that the Board of Supervisors recess and go into closed session.

[02:28:51] I have a question first. I'm so sorry. The thing about Rochner with closed session, we have to do that first? Yes. Oh, yes, yes. You can, yeah, actually. So I think you're making a motion, and I'm going to, well, if you want me to make it, either way.

[02:29:10] Yeah, no, I can make, let's start over before I turn the gavel to you. Supervisor Sizemore Heiser has asked to participate remotely in closed session and the remainder of the board meeting today due to a medical reason as such. Let me make the following motion.

[02:29:27] I move that the board approve Supervisor Sizemore Heiser's remote participation in the remainder of this board meeting as it fully conforms with the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors' policy for remote participation in meetings. I'll second that with a bunch of others.

[02:29:43] Any discussion on the motion? Hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstention? That motion carries. That motion carries, and now I will turn to Supervisor Smith for a motion for closed session. Thank you. I move that the Board of Supervisors recess and go into closed session for discussion and consideration of matters enumerated in Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 and listed in the attached agenda for this meeting.

[02:30:07] In addition, one, legal briefings regarding the following. AM Worldgate LLC v. Fairfax County, Fairfax County Circuit Court cases, case number CL 2025-11415 and 11417.

[02:30:23] Tax Commissioners, November 7, 2025, ruling regarding defense, government contracting, international, Inc.'s BPAL taxes. McCaffrey v. Fairfax County, case number 1, colon 23-CV-96.

[02:30:42] Payne v. Moser, Fairfax County Circuit Court, case number CL 2024-2268. In re-insulin pricing litigation, case number 2, colon 24-CV-10171.

[02:31:00] And national PFAS litigation, all is permitted by Virginia Code Sections 2.2-3711A7 and 8. And number two, legal advice and analysis regarding government-issued constituent newsletters and other communications, as well as recently enacted housing bill, all is permitted by Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711A8.

[02:31:23] I heard the motion. I'm happy to second that with Supervisor Palchuk and Supervisor Behrman. Ms. Teer. Just a clarification for the record, the McCaffrey case, case number 1, colon, 23-CV-96 is pending in the Eastern District of Virginia.

[02:31:39] I'm sure that's part of the motion, just confirming for the record. And do you need that for the insulin pricing litigation is? Pending for the District Court of New Jersey. Thank you. Sorry.

[02:31:55] Thank you. Okay. And that's what Supervisor Smith is now moving. It's been seconded by Supervisor Bierman, Palczyk, and the chair. Discussion on the motion? Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed?

[02:32:11] Any abstentions? That motion carries, and the board will report to closed session at 1.45.

[02:33:11] As Morheiser's remote participation in the remainder of this meeting,

[02:34:38] the supervisor did participate remotely in closed session via telephone. Now that we're back in open session, we must establish our ongoing ability to hear Supervisor Rachna Sizemore-Heiser. Therefore, I'm going to ask Supervisor Sizemore-Heiser to state her name and general location for the record.

[02:34:57] If she can hear us, please do that. Hi, it's Rachna Sizemore-Heiser, and I'm in Burke, Virginia. Thank you very much. At this time, I'm going to hand the gavel to Supervisor Smith, and I move that the Board of Supervisors certify for the record that Supervisor Sizemore-Heiser's voice can be adequately heard in closed session and that she also can be adequately heard by all persons assembled here today in the board auditorium so that the supervisor's remote participation in this meeting continues to fully conform to our adopted policy.

[02:35:29] I'll second that along with Supervisor Herity and Palofchuk. Any discussion on the motion? Hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed, any abstentions? That motion carries. Thank you very much. We now are going to move on to public hearings And just as a reminder, oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, we're not ready to move on to public hearings because we do have a motion Supervisor Smith needs to make to bring us out of closed session.

[02:35:55] Mr. Chairman, I move that the Board of Supervisors certify that to the best of each member's knowledge only public business matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements by virtue of Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 and only such public business matters as were identified in the motion by which closed session was convened were heard, discussed, or considered by the Board of Supervisors during the closed session.

[02:36:16] Second. It's been moved and seconded by Supervisor Palchuk. Any discussion on the motion? Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Aye. Any abstentions? And just so that folks heard, that was Supervisor Sizemore Heiser voting affirmatively.

[02:36:36] And that motion is approved. There are a few motions coming out of closed session. Let me start with Supervisor Lusk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In case Jeffrey Payne v. Joshua Moser, case number CL-2024-0002268, Fairfax County Circuit Court.

[02:36:58] Mr. Chairman, I move the Board of Supervisors deny the settlement demand of Jeffrey Payne according to the terms and conditions outlined by the county attorney in closed session. You've heard the motion. It's been multiply seconded by Supervisor Herity and Supervisor Pouchik. Discussion on the motion.

[02:37:15] Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Aye. Any abstentions? And that motion carries Supervisor Beerman. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I move that the Board of Supervisors authorize the settlement of case number CL-2025-0011415 AM Worldgate Owner LLC versus V. Fairfax County, Virginia and Town of Herndon, Virginia,

[02:37:44] And case number CL-2025-0011417, AM Worldgate Owner, LLC, v. Fairfax County, Virginia, in town of Herndon, Virginia, as outlined by the county attorney in closed session. You've heard the motion. It's been seconded by Supervisor Lusk. Any discussion on the motion?

[02:38:05] Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. And Supervisor Smith. Thank you. I move that the Board of Supervisors authorize an appeal to the Fairfax County Circuit Court of the Tax Commissioner's November 7, 2025 ruling in the administrative appeal filed by Defense Government Contracting International, Inc., as outlined by the county attorney in closed session. Second. You've heard the motion. Second by Supervisor Palczyk. Discussion on the

[02:38:39] motion. Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Aye. Any opposed? Charity nay. Any abstentions? And that motion is approved. And that is the only motions I have from closed session. And so we now will move forward to our public hearings. And just as a reminder, folks who are wishing to provide testimony have a number of options. They can testify here in person or they can provide testimony by phone or by YouTube video. At the designated point in the public hearing, I'll call for any speakers from the speakers list and they

[02:39:16] will either come forward or their video will be shown or they will be connected by telephone. There will then be an opportunity for anyone else who would like to speak to the matter to come down to the podium or to call in to 703-324-1020. Speakers testifying via video must have signed up and submitted their video no later than 9 a.m. on the day prior to the hearing.

[02:39:38] For public hearing testimony, you're given three minutes to speak as an individual. If you're the spokesperson for a group, you are given five minutes. With that being said, I'm going to call our first public hearing of the afternoon, and that is a public hearing on PCA-78-S-063-16, which will be heard concurrently with SCA-87-S-016, Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative in the Sully District.

[02:40:08] And could the applicant please reaffirm the affidavit? Thank you, Mr. Chairman, members of the board. For the record, my name is John McGranahan. I'm the attorney for the applicant. I reaffirmed the affidavit dated April 6, 2026. You've heard that.

[02:40:24] Are there any disclosures from board members? Any disclosures from board members? seeing and hearing none. At this time, I would recognize county staff for a staff presentation. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. This is William O'Donnell with the Department of Planning and Development. I'm filling in for Sharon Williams, who is on a nice, long vacation.

[02:40:43] This application is a concurrent PCA and SEA to allow for the expansion of an existing substation. The combined 7.28-acre property is located along Brodick Road, east of the intersection of Brodick Road and Oldley Road, and it is zoned I-3 and RC and lies within the airport noise and water supply protection overlay districts.

[02:41:07] The site is also located east of Cub Run and the Cub Run Stream Valley Park. A significant portion of the property contains RPA, floodplain, and EQC. Today, the site is developed with an existing substation, which currently has three power transformers on site.

[02:41:23] The applicant proposes to expand the existing substation by adding a fourth transformer, upgrading an existing transformer and adding a new 12-foot-tall control enclosure. A switching station is also proposed to the north of the substation, which is permitted by right within the I-3 district.

[02:41:42] The overall max GFA on the site is 4,900 square feet, which equals 0.4 FAR. Access to the site continues to be provided via one full access point from Brodick Road. No additional access is proposed.

[02:41:57] No changes are proposed to the existing asphalt trail along Brodick Road. The applicant proposes to provide 46% open space on site and 27,000 square feet of tree canopy coverage is proposed with new tree plantings.

[02:42:13] Overall, staff finds the proposal to be in harmony with the comprehensive plan and in conformance with the zoning ordinance. And this concludes my presentation. Thank you. Thank you very much. At this time, we welcome an applicant's presentation. Thank you again, Mr. Chairman and members of the board.

[02:42:30] uh sharon williams has earned that very long vacation i will say that she's been wonderful to work with and and mr o'donnell as well as usual so i'm going to um and the clicker is working so i am going to walk through a few slides this this afternoon for you all just to give you a little more background on the application um this this novec is taking advantage here of an established substation, which is the best way to do these substations if you can. There also is an existing transmission corridor, Dominion Transmission Corridor, right next to this substation. So

[02:43:07] there's a reason it was approved back in 1970 in this spot, and there are many good reasons for expanding it in this spot. As Mr. O'Donnell described there, NOVAC is adding some incidental or incremental equipment additions and expanding the substation. Importantly, the expansion is to the north and to the east, which is into the I-3 portion of the site.

[02:43:31] The RC portion of the site is staying the same as it currently is. Another important point is the current substation only has a single tap or connection to the transmission to a transmission line. So with this project, there will be connections to multiple transmission lines, which adds redundancy, so you're getting an increase in capacity but also improvement in reliability.

[02:43:55] This overall landscaping plan, I think, is helpful because when NOVAC looked at expanding this substation, knowing they needed to push it to the north and to the east, they had to get easements from the neighboring property owner, which took quite some time.

[02:44:13] But they were able to do that successfully. But in doing so, you'll notice a tree-save area there to the right of your screen that's within the PCA area. That is additional easement that NOVEC obtained so that we wouldn't have to request a waiver of the tree canopy.

[02:44:29] And it also, and I'll get to a slide in a few minutes, does a nice job of screening the substation from the Westfield's business side of things. But that was additional. They kind of went above and beyond what was needed to just support the substation so they could improve those trees.

[02:44:47] And then they've enhanced the landscaping everywhere they can. As you can imagine, it's an existing substation. and there are many utility lines connecting to it today and some new ones that will come with the expansion. So the ability to add new landscaping is fairly limited, but saving those trees was very good.

[02:45:07] So this is the view from the neighbor's parking lot, and this is the five-year growth with the supplemental landscaping that's being proposed. You can see the substation in the background there. And then at mature growth, which is approximately 15 years, you can see that most of the substation is screened from that parking lot, which is closest to the substation.

[02:45:34] This is an important visual because in meeting with the Westfield Business Owners Association and their president, this is the view they were most concerned about. You can see the existing wet pond there on the left side of your screen. There is a future trail plan to come to that pond, a trailhead that will be there.

[02:45:52] So they really wanted to make sure that the new substation expanded areas would be screened from that location. So this is the plantings with the five-year growth, and then this is mature growth.

[02:46:08] And they were pleased and satisfied to see how it was being screened from that location. And my last visual here, this is the view from the transmission corridor. So you can see the transmission lines, which are existing.

[02:46:24] There's really, again, no ability to plant vegetation between that and the substation. But as part of this application, NOVEC has agreed to use slatting with the existing chain-link fence. So it creates 95% opacity from this view from the transmission corridor.

[02:46:46] And this just shows the mature growth of the trees that are actually in the distance from this view. So in summary, these facilities are needed to serve the existing and planned electricity needs of the Cub Run service area for NOVAC.

[02:47:02] And this expansion does take advantage of an existing substation, and it avoids all the headaches and challenges of trying to find a new location for a brand-new substation. Staff is supporting it. The Sully District Land Use and Transportation Committee voted to support it, and the Planning Commission voted to support it.

[02:47:20] and we'd greatly appreciate your support here this afternoon. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'd be happy to answer any questions. Are there any questions for staff or the applicant? Seeing and hearing none, this is a public hearing.

[02:47:35] I have no speakers who have signed up in advance to testify on this matter. Is there anyone here in the auditorium that would like to speak on this subject? This is a public hearing. Anyone who would like to testify? Seeing and hearing no one, let me ask if we have any callers. There are no callers. There are no callers.

[02:47:51] The applicant waives rebuttal. Closing comments and recommendation from county staff. On May 6, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended approval of these applications and the requested waivers and modifications listed on the staff report, and staff concurs with those recommendations.

[02:48:08] Thank you very much. Last check, questions from board members. Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Vice Chair Smith for a motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I request that the applicant confirm for the record their agreement with the development conditions dated April 23, 2026.

[02:48:26] Yes, on behalf of the applicant, I confirm the agreement with those development conditions dated April 23, 2026. Mr. Chairman, I move that the Board of Supervisors approve PCA 78-S-063-16 subject to the proffers dated April 21, 2026, and that the Board of Supervisors approve SEA 87-S-016 subject to the proposed development conditions dated April 23, 2026.

[02:48:59] and I further move that the Board of Supervisors approve the waivers and modifications as written on the staff report cover published on April 23, 2026. You've heard the motion. It's been seconded by Supervisor Palchuk. Discussion on the motion? I just want to thank the applicant and staff for working on this.

[02:49:18] Thank you for that. Any further discussion? Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Thank you. Next, we have a public hearing on RZ2025-PR-00014, 1950 OGJV LLC in the Providence District.

[02:49:45] And as soon as they are ready, we would appreciate the applicant reaffirming the affidavit. Good afternoon, Mr. Chair, members of the board. I'm Scott Adams with McGuire Woods, and I represent the applicant, and we reaffirm the affidavit dated April 28, 2026. Thank you very much. Are there any disclosures from board members?

[02:50:04] Any disclosures from board members? Seeing and hearing none, I will now recognize county staff for a staff presentation. Thank you and good afternoon, Mr. Chairman and members of the board. I'm Sunny Ann from the Department of Planning and Development. The applicant 1950 OG JV LLC requests to resume the applicant site for a multifamily residential development.

[02:50:28] The 4.02-acre application site is located on Oak Gallows Road at the intersection of Gallows Road and Gallows Branch Road in Tyson. It is Zone C1, R1, and C3 in the Highway Corridor and Sign Control Overlay District. The site is developed with an eight-story office building, a single-family detached dwelling previously used as a dentist's office, and contains approximately 0.4 acres of public right-of-way to be vacated or abandoned.

[02:50:58] The applicant requests to rezone the site to the PTC district to allow development with up to 304 multifamily residential donning units and a five- to six-story building at an FAR of 1.79, including bonus density.

[02:51:15] Vehicle access is provided solely via Gallows Road. Two urban parks totaling 0.83 acres are proposed, one at the intersection of Gallows Road and Gallows Branch Road, and the other will be connected to the Flats and Tyson's Park space to the west.

[02:51:33] As shown on this slide, the applicant has committed to a series of improvements to adjoining intersections and streets to enhance safety and connectivity for both pedestrians and vehicles, as well as reserving right-of-way and making contributions to the future Boone Boulevard extension.

[02:51:53] Also, the applicant requests a waiver of the PTC District's 10-acre minimum size requirement for the 4.02-acre site. This concludes my presentation. Thank you. Thank you very much for that. At this time, we'd welcome an applicant's presentation. Good evening again. Scott Adams with McGuire Woods, and happy to be here this afternoon talking about 1950 Old Gallows Road.

[02:52:21] I think this project is probably sort of a familiar path to a lot of what you're seeing in terms of building repositioning when you've got these underutilized office spaces. But I think this is an example where it's done really well and done in the right way.

[02:52:38] This is a site that serves as a transition point between lower-density single-family homes across Gallows Road and then transitions into the higher-density office and retail components in Fairfax Square and other adjacent properties. It's also an important transportation node on Gallows Road that marks the passage into Tyson's and really forms a gateway into Tyson's.

[02:53:02] And so with that in mind, we really focused on the design of this project to play up those gateway elements and make sure that we're proposing a really high-quality project that is welcoming to the surrounding community as they're coming into Tyson's, with a lot of high-quality architecture, with really well-designed, prominent park spaces, and with a significant number of pedestrian improvements that, overall, are going to make sure that this project achieves not only the goals of the Tyson's plan, but also helps to knit together Tyson's with the surrounding community.

[02:53:41] One of the defining features of this project is the common green. It's located at the southeast corner of the property. That was located intentionally, really to create that great visual feature for people as they're coming into Tyson's, whether that is people driving to Tyson's or the surrounding community, walking into Tyson's.

[02:54:02] The space is designed and will function as an activated gathering space with a flexible central use lawn, play areas, numerous paths, seating, picnic areas, a plaza for events, and a lot of landscaping that's designed to create not only the main gathering space, but also smaller, intimate rooms for the community as they're coming into the park space.

[02:54:29] Additionally, there's an existing house that's been used as a dentist's office for a significant period of time. But it also has some historic significance as one of the last remaining houses of the Worthington Heights subdivision, which was a post-war subdivision that sort of bridged the gap between when Tyson's was peach groves and what we see today.

[02:54:55] And so we've been really focused on that throughout the process and have done a lot of work up front, including doing a phase one architectural study before we even submitted the application, just to make sure that we were being sensitive to any historic value of that building.

[02:55:10] And what came back from that analysis was that that building had been significantly changed over time. And so it was not eligible for local listing. However, as we've gone through the process, we've been very focused on making sure that we're working with Heritage Resources staff, but also meeting with the Providence District Representative on the History Commission, and also neighbors who have expressed interest in the history of this site to incorporate elements into the park design that recognize that history and that sort of post-war development that led to the Tysons that we see today.

[02:55:49] And so within the proffers, we've got commitments for the installation of historic markers that will be worked out with the History Commission, with the Heritage Resources Branch, and also we've got one neighbor in particular who is very interested in the history of the site.

[02:56:05] And so making sure that we're bringing him into some of those design discussions as well. The Common Green itself then flows into what we're calling the Western Connector. It's sort of the top of the page as you are looking at the slide.

[02:56:22] But that space is meant to be a linear park that connects from Gallows Road back to an existing-- or I guess not existing-- an under-construction park space at the Flats of Tyson's, which is a condo project that was approved next door to us. And so we've spent a lot of time working with that owner as they're going through the development to make sure that our park space and their park space are really well-connected and designed so that as the community is coming into that site, that it reads as one park space, not two park spaces with different developments.

[02:56:58] And so I think we've been really happy just with the collaborative nature of the adjacent property owners. They were going through construction to make sure that those properties, then the park spaces, were designed to really work with one another. The other aspect that, and I think you saw this graphic in staff's presentation, the significant number of pedestrian improvements that are proposed as part of this project.

[02:57:24] Essentially, all four sides of this site are being improved with new crosswalks across Gallows Road, with pedestrian refuges that are being installed, new mid-block crosswalks, just really trying to make sure that we're taking care of the pedestrian environment, and at the end of the day, creating something that is much more welcoming for the community to get into Tyson's.

[02:57:51] If you've been out to this intersection and driven through it, it's a tough intersection. And there were significant discussions as we were going through the process with us, with county staff and FCDOT, with VDOT, really trying to work through what is sort of a puzzle of every time you make one change with those intersections, it sort of leads to about five or 10 more questions as you're shifting things.

[02:58:18] And so in addition to some of the crosswalks, we've also bumped out the curbs and put in a road diet. This project will result in less traffic than the existing office building. And so we were able to eliminate one of the left turn lanes on Gallows and also bump out the curb on Gallows Branch to create more public space and easier crossings for pedestrians.

[02:58:42] In addition to that, future Boone Boulevard, which is a main connector that is proposed to go through this part of Tyson's, we have reserved the right-of-way for that in the future and also made a contribution for the future construction of that through our site.

[02:58:57] As part of that, we've also included the Tyson's Community Circuit, which is the large multi-use path that is intended to go through Tyson's. And so we've made sure that we've accommodated that in that future construction of Boone Boulevard. And, you know, outside of that, you know, we think this is a project that it's a little bit different from like an architectural standpoint.

[02:59:22] I think we've tried to create something that's a little more unique that plays on some of the residential features that you see in the lower density areas surrounding us. And so got some images of the project there. But, you know, again, really excited about it.

[02:59:39] I guess sort of baseline for projects in Tyson's. We're meeting all the expectations for parks, open space, green buildings, EV charging, stormwater management, affordable housing. You know, no issues with any of that.

[02:59:55] So, you know, ultimately, I think this is a project that delivers on the comprehensive plans vision for Tyson's. We think it's going to be something that's really accretive to the surrounding community. And I think I'd be remiss without thanking the staff, thanking the Providence District Supervisor for her guidance as this project went through.

[03:00:15] I think this is an example where everybody came together, rolled up their sleeves, particularly on those transportation improvements, and found some really good solutions. So with that, thank you for your time this afternoon, and happy to answer any questions. Thank you very much.

[03:00:31] Questions of staff or the applicant? Supervisor Palachink. Mr. Chairman I think this is for the applicant I have it here but just if you could confirm for us for the heritage resources I believe it's proper 65 correct when how we ensure that those will be installed so I believe part of it is the issuance of the residential use permit I believe that's correct but let me verify that quickly yeah prior to the issuance of the first residential use

[03:01:07] permit okay and I see that it will be located on the site plan as well correct I do see that you will be working with the History Commission and Heritage Resources on that as well. Correct. But you did mention the neighbors that are interested. So can you just commit to us that you will be working with a neighbor?

[03:01:24] I think we will host maybe one meeting to ensure everyone's involved in that. Yeah, absolutely. And I think we committed to that, the Planning Commission as well. I'm happy to recommit to that today that we look forward to working with the neighbors on all the historic commemoration on the site.

[03:01:40] Okay. And I would just ask that you include our office just to make sure everyone... Absolutely. Excellent. Thank you. And then just one other question. I know we had some conversation about the park. I'm very excited that we vacated the road, but I know there were some questions about, you know, safety. Gallows, though we're trying to slow it down a bit, is a bit fast. Can you tell us a little bit of what was done to ensure a little bit more separation from Gallows?

[03:02:04] Yeah. So to your point, you know, Gallows is a busy road. And so that was actually one of the starting points as we were designing that space was to make sure that you recognizing you know noise safety for anyone coming into the the park space and so I don't know if we can get that back up or not but sort of along the the edge we've actually elevated that park space and then put significant landscaping around that edge to create separation from gallows and make it feel much more comfortable for people who are coming in to use that space.

[03:02:43] And though on private land, this will be, we do have public easement, correct? Correct. Thank you. Okay. Are there any additional questions of staff or the applicant? Not seeing or hearing any. This is a public hearing.

[03:03:00] I have no speakers who have signed up in advance to testify on this specific matter. Is there anyone here in the auditorium that wishes to speak on this subject? This is a public hearing. Anyone who wishes to testify? Seeing and hearing no one. Last, let me ask if we have any callers.

[03:03:15] There are no callers. No callers. The applicant waives rebuttal. Closing comments and a recommendation from county staff. On May 13, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning application and the waiver request. All issues from the Planning Commission have been addressed, and staff concurs their recommendations and finds the application in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan and applicable zoning ordinance provisions.

[03:03:41] Thank you. Thank you. Any final questions from board members? Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Supervisor Palczyk for a motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Before I give my remarks, I did want to share that we did receive some last-minute support, both from the UMEs of Northern Virginia as well as from Providence residents for this application.

[03:04:07] And as was mentioned, it did receive unanimous support from the Planning Commission. So first of all, thank you, Sunny. You're always incredible. Did great work on this one and all the staff from all the agencies who worked on this. Mr. Chairman, I move that the Board of Supervisors approve RZ-2025-PR-00014 and the associated conceptual development plan subject to the executed proffers dated May 15, 2026.

[03:04:36] I further move that the Board of Supervisors approve the waiver of the minimum district size for the PTC district. Chair, we'll second that motion. Is there a discussion on the motion? Supervisor Palczyk. Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you. I very much appreciate that the applicants, that all of the staff have worked together to create what I think is a much better application.

[03:04:57] This is an office to residential conversion, and I think we often hear about that, and this is not the first time I've seen that we are able to maintain the parking garage, right? Not all of the structures, but at least the second or third one that I've worked on where the parking structure will be maintained.

[03:05:14] And so that is helpful and transforming the underutilized office spaces. I also want to appreciate the thoughtful work to recognize and commemorate the heritage resources on the site, particularly the historic Offutt House, and look forward to working with you and the History Commission and our neighbors who are interested to find an appropriate placement and commemoration there.

[03:05:41] I very much appreciate that the conversion will reduce traffic compared to the existing office use. The applicant is making the substantial multimodal transportation improvements. You can guess what I pushed for was Capital Bike Share right on the site, but also the road diet on Gallows Road, the expanded bicycle infrastructure, the widened sidewalks, and the pedestrian refuge islands, and curb extensions, crosswalks.

[03:06:07] Those of us who've walked gallows know every improvement for pedestrians there is much appreciated, and I think it will be appreciated by the neighbors we walked the avenue with a few years ago who are also concerned about the traffic in that area. This application transformed right-of-way for a road that was never built and turns it into a beautiful urban park space.

[03:06:29] That's probably my favorite piece of it is that park and very much appreciate the work to ensure that it remains safe but open to the public as we move forward on this. The application demonstrates that Tyson's remains a strong, resilient community and continues to grow and evolve as the premier economic and residential center for our county and the commonwealth.

[03:06:50] I would say especially this area with the flats, the Tyson's flats, coming up right now next door and more residential, the businesses, the restaurants in this area will very much benefit from additional foot traffic and the residents from being able to walk or bike to those amenities.

[03:07:08] The project also advances broader county goals around housing production, delivering 304 units total, including 51 units of affordable housing. So I think it is definitely a great addition, improvement, and as we were asked almost every day, an excellent example of converting underutilized office space, older office buildings into residential in a mixed-use development.

[03:07:33] So, again, I want to thank everyone who has worked on this, especially Sonny and the whole team at the PD and the parks, and I hope that my colleagues will support the motion. Thank you very much, Supervisor Palczyk.

[03:07:48] Any further discussion? Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor of the motion, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Aye. Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Thank you very much. That brings us to our next public hearing, which is a public hearing on SEA-85-C-069-04, Chick-fil-A, Inc., in the Sully District.

[03:08:20] And as soon as they are ready, we would welcome a reaffirmation of the affidavit. Thank you, Mr. Chairman, members of the board. My name is Sherry Akin, and I reaffirmed the affidavit dated 4-15-2026.

[03:08:36] Thank you very much. are there any disclosures from board members? Any disclosures from board members? Seeing and hearing none, I will now recognize county staff for a staff presentation. Good afternoon, Mr.

[03:08:53] Chairman, members of the board. I'm Carl Shumay with the Department of Planning and Development. The subject property is a Chick-fil-A restaurant and drive-thru located in Sully Plaza at the intersection of Route 50 and Centerville Road. While the subject property is the 13-acre lot highlighted in yellow, the lease area of the Chick-fil-A is shown in white. The applicant proposes to permit the addition of two drive-thru canopies covering both the ordering area and fulfillment windows and a bypass lane next to the fulfillment window. The bypass lane would be a small bump out of the existing drive-thru lane, which would alleviate bottlenecks created by

[03:09:32] vehicles waiting on larger orders. And overall, staff finds the proposal to be in conformance with the comprehensive plan and the zoning ordinance. Thank you. Thank you very much. At this time, we'd welcome an applicant's presentation. And thank you, Mr. Chairman, members of the board.

[03:09:59] Again, my name is Sherry Akin. I'm a senior land use planner with the law firm of McGuire Woods, and it's a pleasure to be here this afternoon on behalf of Chick-fil-A. It's been almost 10 years since we were here before you when we first got this restaurant approved. A lot has evolved since that time regarding drive-thru operations and the technology.

[03:10:20] Mr. Shoemate provided a great overview of the proposal, but I'll go through my slides quickly to provide a little more context on the request. As you can see, the Sully Plaza Shopping Center is located in a dense commercial area, and Chick-fil-A has been a popular destination at this center since it was constructed.

[03:10:39] That said, given the age of its original design, the site was constructed without canopies and full dual drive-thru lanes, which is now standard in all Chick-fil-A new belts, or pretty much all of them. And as a bit of background, as a leader in its industry, Chick-fil-A revamped its ordering system to start using smart tablet technology so that they could place staff out in the drive-thru lanes, which greatly improved operations. It also met Chick-fil-A's high

[03:11:13] customer service goals and that that allowed staff to be out in the drive-thru lanes interacting with its drive-thru customers. Lessons learned, though, now without the canopies and the full dual drive-through lanes. Operations are not as good as other restaurants, so they are systematically going in and retrofitting them. This slide shows the existing pad site. The two canopies will be located in the shaded red areas. One will be over the ordering placement area, the other over the

[03:11:50] pickup window. Overall, the canopies will improve drive-through operations, but most of all protect employees from the elements. The modifications to install them are going to be minimal. They will be over the existing drive-thru lanes and they will be equipped with recessed lighting and climate controlled for different temperatures given this different seasons to protect employees. The bump out is shown in the striped red area. It may not be easy to see in this

[03:12:26] picture, but again, the drive-through lanes were constructed with dual lanes at the beginning through where orders are placed, but then it tapers down to one, which creates a bottleneck. So this bump-out will be able to allow staff to direct cars around an order that may be taking longer at the window. This slide shows a retrofitted bump-out lane for a site in Texas, Although there's no vehicles in it in this picture, you can see how it will help be able to direct traffic

[03:13:05] around a car that's sitting at a window. And last, regarding design, the goal is to make the canopies and the bypass lane look as if it was a part of the original building design. The canopy design that you see here is representative of the canopies that you see at all Chick-fil-A's.

[03:13:25] It's very minimalistic in design and coordinates with the building architecture. It's also worth noting, and you can see in the first rendering, that Chick-fil-A will be installing additional landscaping along the property frontage to mitigate views from Route 50, as well as elsewhere in the site.

[03:13:45] And that is really about it. The proposal will greatly improve operations, as I've described. We are pleased to be here with support of the Sully District Land Use and Transportation Committee, as well as a positive recommendation from staff and the Planning Commission. I would like to take the time to thank Mr. Shoemate for his assistance with this application and be happy to answer any questions. Thank you very much for that. Are there any questions of staff or the applicant? Any questions of staff or the applicant? Seeing and hearing none, this is a public hearing,

[03:14:22] and I have no speakers who have signed up in advance to testify on this matter. Is there anyone here present who would like to speak on this subject, this is a public hearing. Anyone who would like to testify? Seeing and hearing no one. Let me check if there are any callers. There are no callers. There are no callers. The applicant waives rebuttal. Closing comments and a recommendation from county staff. On May 6, 2026, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the SEA subject to the development conditions dated April 23, 2026. Staff concurs with this recommendation.

[03:14:57] Thank you very much. Last check, questions from board members. Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Vice Chair Smith for a motion. Thank you. Mr. Chairman, I request that the applicant confirm for the record their agreement to the development conditions dated April 23, 2026. Yes, on behalf of Chick-fil-A, we agree to the development conditions dated April 23, 2026. Thank you. Mr. Chairman, move that the board of supervisors approve sea-85-c-069-04 subject to the development conditions dated april 23 2026. i also move that the board of supervisors reaffirm the previously

[03:15:36] approved modification of the loading space requirement for the restaurant with the drive-through chairman will second that motion discussion on the motion i just would like supervisor smith I'd just like to thank Carl and Billy for all their work on this and the applicant. Thank you. Thank you.

[03:15:52] Any further discussion? Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Any opposed? Aye. Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Thank you very much. Our next public hearing is a public hearing on RZ-2025-FR-00009.

[03:16:17] Joshua M. and Madison G. Patterson in the Franconia District. And could we please have the applicant reaffirm the affidavit? Yes. I'm Josh Patterson. I'm the applicant, and I reaffirm the affidavit dated May 8, 2026.

[03:16:36] Thank you very much. Are there any disclosures from board members? Any disclosures? Seeing and hearing none, I will now recognize county staff for a staff presentation. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'm St. Clair Williams with the Department of Planning and Development. The subject application is a request to rezone the application site from the R1 district to the R4 district in order to develop four single-family detached dwellings.

[03:17:01] The 1.24-acre site is located in the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Elder Avenue and Somerton Way. The site is currently developed as a single lot with a single-family detached dwelling. The current dwelling is accessed via a driveway from Elder Avenue.

[03:17:21] The applicants proposed three new dwellings and to retain the existing dwelling on Lot 3. However, the existing dwelling could be replaced with a new dwelling in the future. The proposed overall density would be 3.22 dwelling units per acre, and proposed lots 1 and 2 would be accessed from Somerton Way, and lots 3 and 4 would be accessed from Elder Avenue.

[03:17:43] A 5-foot-wide sidewalk with a 4-foot-wide lawn panel would be provided along the site's Elder Avenue and Somerton Way frontages. And the applicants would also provide ADA-compliant curb ramp improvements across Somerton Way and across Elder Avenue to the Forestdale Elementary School.

[03:18:02] An outlot, Outlot A, is proposed in the southeastern section of the property for stone mortar management. The 13,832-square-foot outlot would contain a dry pond and an emergency spillway to direct any runoff from the pond to an existing curb inlet along the Elder Avenue frontage of the property.

[03:18:22] That concludes my presentation. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you very much. At this time, we'd welcome an applicant's presentation. Good afternoon. My name is Josh Patterson. After deferral, Greg Butnick, my rep and DOR, he is also on a well-deserved vacation. So hopefully he is watching from his phone somewhere in Ireland, but I doubt it.

[03:18:49] I want to start off by thanking Greg, staff, especially St. Clair and Kathy Lewis for their help with this, along with Mr. Lusk's office, on this collaboration to rezone this property. This is the final piece of developable property in the neighborhood.

[03:19:12] The Talberts began selling their farmland off in the 70s and 80s to help develop the Talbert neighborhood and the New Charleston neighborhood and this is kind of the final piece on the corner of Elder and Somerton Way that'll tie both of those neighborhoods in together you know what this is a little unique we're excited about this more because we're going to be building our own home there but also you know providing three new single-family homes in the great Franconia district we come to you with recommendations of approval from staff

[03:19:48] from the Franconia Land Use District, from the Planning Commission, and this afternoon, I would appreciate your favorable consideration as well. I'll stand by for comments. Thank you very much. Are there any questions of staff or the applicant? Seeing and hearing none. This is a public hearing. I have no speakers who signed up in advance to testify on this matter. Is there anyone here present who would like to speak on this subject? This is a public hearing.

[03:20:15] Anyone who would like to testify? Seeing and hearing no one. Let me ask if we have any callers? There are no callers. Callers. The applicant waives rebuttal. Closing comments and a recommendation from staff. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. On March 18th, 2026, the Planning Commission voters will recommend approval of RZ 2025 FR 0009, subject to profits consistent with those now dated May 14th, 2026. Staff concurs with that recommendation. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank you.

[03:20:47] Last check, questions from board members. Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Supervisor Lusk for a motion. Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate when we have straightforward cases in the district, and I'm very excited to say that this is a very straightforward case.

[03:21:04] Let me start by expressing my appreciation to the applicant, to the staff, and to the Springfield Forest community, and last but not least, the Frinconia District Land Use Committee for all the work that they put in to this application. This infill development is sensitive to the surrounding community.

[03:21:21] It provides stormwater management and water quality benefits to all in the surrounding area. So I think it's an accretive and better proposal based on that. So in addition, as we heard, the application has support of the staff, the Planning Commission, and the Frank County District Land Use Committee.

[03:21:40] So with that, Mr. Chairman, I will move the Board of Supervisors approve RZ 2025-FR-00009 subject to the executed proffers that are now dated May 14, 2026.

[03:21:58] And the chairman will second that motion. Discussion on the motion. Seeing and hearing none. All those in favor, please say aye. Aye. Aye. Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Thank you very much. And Mr. Chairman, I hope I can go on vacation soon. I keep hearing people talking about taking vacation. So this sounds pretty exciting. One is in Ireland. We hope they're not watching actually, right?

[03:22:27] All right. That brings us to our next public hearing, which is a public hearing for the contraction of North Chambliss Area 1 Sanitary District to remove refuse, recycling, and vacuum leaf collection service in the Mason District.

[03:22:44] And as soon as they are ready, we would welcome a staff presentation. Good afternoon, Mr. Chairman and members of the board.

[03:23:00] My name is Lainey Cook, and I'm with the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services Solid Waste Management Program. The Solid Waste Management Program received a petition request on July 15, 2025 from a Mason District property owner regarding the contraction from Fairfax County Refuse Recycling and Vacuum Leaf Collection Services in North Chambliss Area 1.

[03:23:24] The petition area includes two properties with both in favor. The reason they're being removed is due to the lots being located in two jurisdictions. This is part of our Sanitary District map cleanup effort.

[03:23:37] Thank you very much. Are there any questions of staff? Any questions of staff? Seeing and hearing none. This is a public hearing. I have no speakers who have signed up in advance to testify on this matter. Is there anyone here present who would like to speak on this subject? This is a public hearing. Anyone who would like to testify? Seeing and hearing no one. Let me see if we have any callers. There are no callers. No callers. Closing comments and a recommendation from staff.

[03:24:06] Staff recommends approval for this petition. Okay. Last check, questions from board members. Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Supervisor Jimenez for a motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

[03:24:21] I move to adopt a county executive recommendation that the board approve the proposed petitions to change the sanitary district and Mason district. And the chairman will second that along with Supervisor Lust. Discussion on the motion. Seeing and hearing none, all those in favor, please say aye. Aye.

[03:24:37] Any opposed? Any abstentions? And that motion carries. Thank you very much. Our next public hearing is a public hearing for the decreation, recreation of Champion Oak Court Area Sanitary District to remove vacuum leaf collection service in the Mason District. And could we please have a staff presentation?

[03:25:02] Good afternoon, Mr. Chairman and members of the board. My name is Lainey Cook, and I'm with the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services. The Solid Waste Management Program received a request on December 14th, 2023, and the petition process began on August 15th, 2025 from a Mason District property owner regarding the decreation-recreation to remove vacuum leaf.

[03:25:27] The petition area includes seven properties with five in favor and two were unresponsive. Thank you very much. Are there any questions of staff? Seeing and hearing none, this is a public hearing. I have no speakers signed up in advance to testify. Is there anyone here present who would like to speak on this subject? This is a public hearing. Anyone who would like to speak on this matter? Seeing and hearing no one, let me ask if we have any callers. There are no callers. No callers. Closing comments and a recommendation from staff. Staff recommends approval for this

[03:26:05] petition. Last check, questions from board members. Seeing and hearing none, I will now close the public hearing and recognize Supervisor Jimenez for a motion. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I move to adopt the county executive's recommendation that the board approve the proposed petitions to change the sanitary district and mason district heard the motion i'm happy to second that along with supervisor lusk uh discussion on the motion seeing and hearing none all those in favor please say aye aye any opposed aye any abstentions and that motion carries uh 10 to 0. thank you very much

[03:26:41] and that brings us to our last item on today's agenda which is public comment um and before we move to public comment, I do want to take this opportunity, as I always do, to remind everyone the rules associated with public comment. The board will hear public comment on any issue except issues under litigation, issues that have been scheduled for a public hearing before the board, and personnel matters and or comments regarding specific individuals. Speakers must register in advance, and each speaker is given three minutes for their remarks. A maximum of 10 speakers may address the board during any public comment period, and speakers may address the board once

[03:27:21] during a six-month period. And so having said that, I do have seven speakers who have signed up for public comment this afternoon, and I'm going to call them in the order in which they are on the speakers list. Our first speaker will be Anna Dixon. Is Anna Dixon here? Anna Dixon? Let's see, Anna Dixon. How about Jonathan Hoyes? Jonathan, welcome, and you will be followed by Nan uh nan coleman is nan coleman here okay excellent uh welcome jonathan speaker number two thank you

[03:27:56] very much uh on april 3rd 2024 fairfax county dpd hosted the first public meeting regarding the redevelopment of the hunters branch office complex the developed team explained what makes them different and committed to understanding the issues having conversations and getting feedback Multiple HOAs from Hunter's Branch community participated, and concerns were raised regarding implications for the financial and legal agreements that govern our community.

[03:28:37] The county and developer made commitments to follow up with the HOAs and answer questions, but they failed to do so. The Hunters Branch HOAs also participated in other public meetings, including the Plan Amendment community meeting on February 27th, 2025. Issues of pedestrian safety, intersection changes, financial impacts, future liability and responsibility were raised.

[03:29:00] There was no adequate follow-up with the HOAs to address their concerns. The development of the site initially predates the completion of Vienna Metro, and there a series of subsequent plan amendments and legal agreements that govern the complex ownership and relationships and responsibilities between HOAs, commercial owners, etc. That means the community's HOAs are not just interested members of the public. We have well-established, decades-old legal, financial responsibilities and liabilities for significant new or modified infrastructure

[03:29:40] being required by the county as development conditions. In other words, you agreed with the developer to put a condition that they would invest in infrastructure that we have to pay for in perpetuity, and you never met with us.

[03:30:00] We have serious outstanding concerns regarding the broken promises of stakeholder engagement, community pedestrian safety, and increased trespassing that we already deal with. The county suggesting that pedestrian and bicycle improvements through the community, your words, not mine, where there are no public right-of-ways or public access easements on the streets or sidewalks. Some of the infrastructure identified in the staff plan and presentation is not on the developer's property. It's on our property. I don't understand

[03:30:36] that. We've also got concerns about increased costs and liabilities for the neighbouring communities in perpetuity. We're also concerned about governance. In the last few months, we've engaged with the developer, I put coerced but now I'll say engaged, and the supervisor's office, but to no avail. The managing director for Insight complained that it would be too expensive, take too long, and require lawyers to address the issues regarding the legal documents. We don't think we've been well served by the county, we don't think we've been well served by the staff, and we don't think we've been well served by the supervisor's office. Unless there's significant change and quickly, this inaction will force us to

[03:31:14] legal remedies. Thank you. Thank you for your testimony. Speaker number three is Nan Coleman to be followed by Su Li Wang. Okay, you're speaker number four. Welcome, Ms. Coleman. Thank you. Hi, my name is Nan Coleman and I'm representing the English Oaks homeowners in Oakton, Virginia. I'm speaking today about the Oakton traffic study. First, I'd like to thank Supervisor Palczyk for meeting us and our group on April 9th and in supporting us in preventing a potential connection from Hunter Mill Road to Chain Bridge Road through Hibbard Street

[03:31:52] right through our neighborhood. We have also met with Tim Cutts from Fairfax County DOT and Matt Savage from Paul Cech's office two times and they came to our homeowners annual meeting on April 20th in the evening. Big deal. This This proposed connection would include a cut through a homeowner's home and the Oakton Community Park, where the Oakton Schoolhouse and a preservation zone exist along Hunter Mill Road.

[03:32:26] The preservation zone includes the location of a former log cabin and a Civil War relics with a stand of black walnut, oak, and catalpa trees. This zone is restricted to archeological exploration and interpretation.

[03:32:45] I am here to propose an alternate option that was not included in the traffic study. We recommend creating a right turn lane on Chainbridge Road from Hibbert Street to Hunter Mill Road by utilizing the existing turn lanes, medium strip, wide pedestrian/vegetative space and a service road on the right-hand side of Chainbridge Road. We submitted a petition with 100 signatures from our neighbors to the Fairfax County DOT with this option. Of note are the

[03:33:21] findings from a recent Fairfax County DOT study from February 2026 that found that most traffic on Chainbridge Road is related to commuters, not local residents. In the morning and in the evening, Up to 82% of cars travel on Chain Bridge to I-66, and only 18% turn onto Hunter Mill Road.

[03:33:48] So no need for a connection through our neighborhood to solve any traffic problems. We recommend keeping any traffic through a commercial area and not a residential area. I'd like to thank the board for their time, and I'll be leaving copies of this handout for each member.

[03:34:07] Thank you. Thank you. Speaker number four is Suli Wang, to be followed by Marianne Germain. Is Marianne here? Okay. Welcome. Thank you, Chairman. Thank you, rest of the board. Thank you for meeting with us, Patrick. My name is Suli Wang. I'm a resident of Oakton, Fairfax County, and Nan mentioned, I'm going to talk about the same project Nan

[03:34:44] just mentioned. It's the Oakton congestion and safety study, specifically on the proposed concept two. I did submit my presentation yesterday via email, and that project proposed concept in Exhibit A and submitted yesterday. So this one is basically it's diverting on traffic flow westbound on Chimbridge Road turning right onto Hunter Mill Road instead of going Hunter Mill Road but direct the flow into a

[03:35:23] residential area in Oakton on English Oak. So basically there are many concerns. I just list a few important concerns. They are converting the Hebrew road, these residential, much slower speed, lower volume, traffic volume into like the right turn for Hunter Mill Road. Now just that, in order to accomplish that, they have to connect the existing roundabout at

[03:36:01] Hunter Mule Road at the park entrance to the cul-de-sac inside the community. That cul-de-sac place is a case play area, and Exhibit 2, I submitted this picture of case playing there.

[03:36:19] And then, thirdly, it required taking a residential home, and for the residential home, impacted home happened to be my home. And I think for any eminent domain, taking should not take it lightly, especially there are better options to be considered.

[03:36:44] And after cutting through my house, this road needs to cut through the Oakton Community Park. Oakton Community Park is a beloved park for the greater Oakton Community.

[03:37:00] It has a historical schoolhouse, just relocated a few years ago, maybe eight, nine years ago, lifted up. We all thought it was a permanent home for that schoolhouse. If this concept is going to be improved, that house is going to be lifted again to another place.

[03:37:21] Very costly. And there's a playground going to be impacted, and been leaving there, observing the traffic at the intersection, Hunter Mill Road and Chimbridge Road, at the intersection, I have been driving there daily, multiple times a day for 22 years, and drawing from four decades of civil engineering experience.

[03:37:55] I would like to propose two alternatives for the board to consider for the next step of the study. One is to just extend the right term on Hunter-Mill, on Schindler's road, make the right term, make it longer, extend the tending line onto the Hunter-Mill road, that's one option.

[03:38:20] And the second one would be to extend the service road. A portion of the service road already exists. Just extend the service road onto Hunter Mill Road to make it return only.

[03:38:38] So that makes it fit all the purpose of the project and reduce the safety concerns. Thank you. Thank you, Ms. Wang. Thank you. thank you for your time, for your patience, for listening. No problem. Thank you. Thank you for your testimony. Speaker number five is Marianne Germain. Then we have a caller. And is Jennifer Skeeter here? Skeeter. Okay. All right. Welcome, Mr. Germain. Thank you. My name is Marianne Germain.

[03:39:13] I'd like to talk about misogyny and accountability. Just as the board provides us with reminders for giving public comments, it seems that it's also time for the voting public to refresh the board with some important reminders and expectations. Always address your colleagues as professionals.

[03:39:31] Resolve policy disagreements collegially, not by belittling, shaming, silencing, either publicly or privately. Although nine of you are Democrats, you lead residents of all views. So please second motions often to ensure broad public discourse. Now let's talk about misogyny. Misogyny is hatred of aversion to or prejudice against women. When board members are revealed to have used misogynist slurs to demean a professional colleague in response to a policy matter, it breaks the public

[03:40:05] trust. This is because women and LGBTQ folks, black and brown people, disabled people, all understand viscerally that words matter, and these are never words used only one time. When a misogynist text about school board rep Melanie Marin came out, I assure you that the three women on this board and the women staffers here and the women in this person's life understood how they are viewed whenever they disagree with the sender. We must actively speak out to resist a culture that normalizes misogyny and all demeaning language. Such language and behavior is incompatible

[03:40:44] with the goals of one Fairfax to provide justice, equity, and fairness in government without regard to gender, race, disability, or socioeconomic status. For anyone who might suggest here that it is being dramatic to object to being labeled, I don't need, I'm not going to say the word, to object to being labeled a misogynist slur, please consider misogyny as a continuum of harm bookended by words on one end and physical violence at the other. It was misogyny that resulted recently in the uxoricide of a respected, beloved woman in our community. That's right,

[03:41:22] there's a word for it. When a husband murders his wife, it's called uxoricide. You all made public statements of condolences for Dr. Serena Fairfax, yet you have all remained, I believe most of you, if not all of you, have remained silent since school board rep Melanie Marin was the target of misogyny. Words matter. An elected official who is revealed to be a misogynist breaks the trust of 1.2 million county residents, voters, and donors. He has squandered his credibility, can no longer effectively lead, and must resign. A very brief word about crossing guards. Chief

[03:41:58] Davis's assertions to the contrary. Research has shown that what reduces crime are not drones as first responders, flock license plate surveillance cameras, or even a state-of-the-art crime center. Crime drops when our basic human needs are being met. There's not a more basic public safety example than families knowing that when they send their high schoolers out in the morning, they will come home at the end of the day because they weren't hit by a car on the way getting in or out of school.

[03:42:27] An Arlington High School student cyclist was just hit by a truck this week on their way to school. Please get the money you need from the police department. Thank you. Thank you. Speaker number six is Erin Gibbons. Is Ms. Gibbons on the line? Ms. Gibbons, can you hear me okay?

[03:42:43] Yes, I can hear you. Okay. Welcome. The floor is yours. Good afternoon. I'm a Fairfax County resident and a parent. I'm sure to ask the Board of Supervisors to work more collaboratively with Fairfax County Public Schools to prioritize funding, safety, and the support for all of our children in this county.

[03:43:01] People choose to live in Fairfax County for three main reasons, opportunity, safety, and school. For many families, the schools are the reason that we stay here despite the cost of living. Strong schools protect property values, they attract businesses, create opportunities, and build the kind of community that we all want to be a part of.

[03:43:22] At a time when families are relying on our schools more than ever for the stability in our children's lives, we are fixed with the realities of the budget cuts that you've already implemented and are suggesting. Those are larger class sizes, reduced support, and stressed teachers.

[03:43:39] Those budget cuts have already impacted the quality of education our children receive, and now you're discussing reducing safety measures like the crossing guards of high schools. It's absolutely unacceptable. I do understand that there are competing priorities, but the safety of all of the students and all of the children in this county should never be optional or negotiable.

[03:44:01] SCPX schools are one of the reasons that Fairfax County succeeds. But cuts the public education budget and the economic instability in this county right now threaten the very things that families moved here for in the first place. Like many people in this area, my family has been directly impacted by those layoffs, and I've been actively searching for full-time work in this county for 15 months without success.

[03:44:24] Most families I know are under extreme financial strain, and teachers are stretched beyond capacity. So you can imagine what these children are feeling. Our kids are directly impacted by your decisions and your lack of collaboration with FCPS. I'm asking the Board of Supervisors to work collaboratively with Fairfax County Public Schools to find solutions to prioritize the kids, support the teachers, protect the safety of every child, and fully fund the schools that this community depends on.

[03:44:53] When families choose Fairfax County, they are investing in a promise that this will remain a safe place with opportunity and exceptional schools. And we can't let that promise erode because once families lose faith in our schools, we lose one of the strongest foundations in Fairfax County. Thank you.

[03:45:09] Thank you very much. Our next speaker is Jennifer. And is it Skitter? Sheeter. I'm sorry. And she will be our seventh and final speaker. Let me verify if Anna Dixon ever arrived. Speaker number one. Okay. All right. And Jennifer will be our seventh and final speaker. Welcome.

[03:45:36] My name is Jenny Sheeder. I'm a homeowner in the Hunter Mill District. And I actually know a couple of you. I used to work at the Council of Governments. Hi, Supervisor Lesk. I used to staff the Human Services Policy Committee. And actually, we'll be doing that again in January.

[03:45:52] So I'm here because of Fairfax County's own failures that have left my family with facing over $48,000 in repair costs to our home, and a court order that strips us of our basic rights in our home. And I'm asking this board to act. So back in 2020, our home was flipped by the previous owners with permits being obtained through the virtual inspections.

[03:46:12] And 2021 is when we purchased our home in good faith, relying on the permit approvals and insurance that the work met code. The contractor that was doing the work was unlicensed to actually do the work in the first place and has since lost other licenses. Just within a couple of months, we noticed in our home, we discovered the problems.

[03:46:31] We worked really closely with Fairfax County, and they issued a corrective work order to the seller documenting seven code violations, including sewer gas actively entering our home and unprotected water lines running above grade on the outside of our home. The estimated cost, again, to fix everything, $48,000, money my family now owes for work my family did not commission.

[03:46:56] Rather than holding a hearing where we'd be present, Fairfax County went outside of the hearing to settle the case with the cell as attorney. Why did they settle? Actually, just found out a couple hours ago. The county passed an ordinance back in December of 2020 that limited the building officials' enforcement tools.

[03:47:13] Although we identified the issues immediately, Fairfax finalized a corrective work order in October 2022. No one responded correctly or on time. By the time the county filed suit in January of 2024, The statute of limitations had expired, and the lawsuit itself was outside the authority of the board had granted to the building official.

[03:47:35] The county's own legal failure is the reason my family is now responsible for $48,000 in repair. Due to these errors out of our control, the settlement now only covers one of the seven violations to rip up and fix our staircase. The remaining six violations are now our problem entirely.

[03:47:53] The court also gives the seller the right to send his own contractor into our homes within 30 days, a contractor we cannot approve on a timeline we cannot control. My children will lose access to their bedrooms during this busy school and sports season, and we feel like we have no voice. We feel invisible.

[03:48:09] The seller's attorney contacted me yesterday and said he gave me three narrow times for this week to have an unknown contractor enter our house, and if we don't, he says we'll forfeit them to cover the one violation out of the seven. None of these dates work for my family.

[03:48:25] Tomorrow, I have to take my son to an ADHD therapy appointment. I have in-person meetings. I have school field trips. We beg the seller's attorney, can you give us a date next week? We're more flexible. Memorial Day weekend. Just let us know. And he denied that. We've been asking the county attorney, Paul Emmerich, what are we obligated to do with no answer.

[03:48:41] We feel unseen, unheard, and just exhausted. So what I'm asking you is examine the ordinance, the inspection process, and how the legal department, how the legal department produced this outcome, what you intend to do with a family that's left with this enormous cost, and for the stairs, what is our rights?

[03:48:57] We have no idea. We have not heard for Paul Emmerich. Can we be approved of the contractor? Who is this contractor? What is their background, the timeline for their work, and how the county will ensure that this doesn't further degrade our house? Thank you. Thank you very much for your testimony.

[03:49:14] I appreciate that. And that brings us to the end of our board meeting of May 19, 2026. And with that, the board is adjourned.

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