Lake Fairfax Outdoor Inline Skate Rink

Yesterday I attended the groundbreaking for a new inline skate rink at Lake Fairfax with Jai Cole, Director of the Park Authority and Bill Bouie, Hunter Mill District board member for the Park Authority. The project, constructed through a partnership with the Washington Capitals, will be adjacent to the existing skate park. Through the partnership, the Park Authority will be responsible for the site preparation and supporting infrastructure. The Capitals will donate the inline skating rink via a turnkey installation on the prepared site. The rink is expected to be completed by next spring. The total estimated cost is $1.9 million and is funded through the same 2020 Park Bond Referendum as the Sugarland Run Bridge.

There are several more great projects underway throughout Hunter Mill District and I will keep you updated!

Regards,

Walter

Fall is getting closer and you may be considering a home improvement or renovation project. If you are hiring a contractor and the project is estimated at more than $1,000, the person doing the work must have a valid Virginia Contractor's License.

How to Verify a Contractor:

• To verify if a contractor is licensed, go to DPORs License Lookup or call 804-367-8500.
• Contact the Permit Application Center via email or by calling 703-222-0801.
• Check for complaints filed against contractors in the county’s consumer complaints database.

Possible Signs of a Scam or Unlicensed Contractor:

• Reluctant to obtain the permit.
• Says the permit should be issued to the homeowner.
• Solicits door-to-door.
• Offers a deal because using materials left from a previous job.
• Only accepts cash.

Learn more about hiring a contractor and avoiding scams.

Connector Stop Change

Beginning tomorrow, Aug. 24, Stop ID# 3818 serving southbound Wiehle Avenue will be permanently relocated to the near side of Wiehle Avenue and North Shore Drive. This is directly across from Stop ID# 3817. This stop services Routes 552, 558, RIBS 1. Learn more.

Reston Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Virtual Meeting, Monday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m.

The Reston P&Z meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Use this link to attend and participate. You may also call in and listen to the meeting, dial 571-429-5982 and use conference call ID: 397 752 106# For more information email Shruti Nallappa or call 703-478-5123.

Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Virtual Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m.

The Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Use this link to attend and participate. You may also call in and listen to the meeting, dial 571-429-5982 and use conference call ID: 808 443 420# For more information email Shruti Nallappa or call 703-478-5123. 

Fairfax County Public Safety Day, Saturday, Aug. 26

Fairfax County's Department of Public Safety Communications (9-1-1) is hosting a Public Safety Day Open House this Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4890 Alliance Drive, Fairfax. The free event is in collaboration with Fairfax County, state and federal public safety agencies. There will be games, free popcorn, food trucks, tours (including the 9-1-1 Call Center, pictured), demonstrations, information booths and giveaways. Learn more.

Back to School Reminder from Fairfax County Police Department

With our students heading back to class, Fairfax County police officers are prioritizing traffic enforcement around schools and bus routes throughout Fairfax County. Please slow down in school zones and around school buses.

Last Summer on the Green Concert is Friday

This Friday, Aug. 25 is the last Summer on the Green concert. "Fat Chance" takes the Town Green stage beginning at 6:30 p.m.  Learn more.

Community Center Maintenance Underway

Vienna Community Center's annual maintenance work is underway. The lobby and bathrooms will remain open on a modified schedule while the rest of the building is closed for updates and cleaning through Monday, Sept. 3. Normal hours will resume Sept. 6. Learn more.

COVID Update from Fairfax County Health Department

The county's Health Department website has been updated to share information on an emerging COVID-19 variant, EG.5, that accounted for roughly 17 percent of cases nationwide last week. There is no evidence that the EG.5 variant increases disease severity compared to other recent variants, and our local hospital admission level remains low. The Health Department will post updated information on vaccine availability and recommendations in the weeks ahead as staff receive more information.

How to Help Your Neighbors in Hunter Mill District

Tune into FOX 5 on Friday for Talk of the Town

This Friday morning, Aug. 25, FOX 5 will be broadcasting from Reston Town Center's Pavilion, 6 to 11 a.m., as part of its Zip Trip series. The series highlights communities in our region and it's time to feature Reston! (June 2 showcased Vienna) You'll see many of your Reston neighbors on the show, including me at approximately 9:07 a.m. You can get more information as well as watch the broadcast on the Facebook event page.

Free Plant Swap Event Tomorrow, Aug. 24

Reston Community Center is hosting a free houseplant swap tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 24, 6 p.m. at the YMCA Reston, 12196 Sunset Hills Road. Learn more.

Dog Daze Returns Sept. 9 at the Water Mine

During Dog Daze, dogs will have the run of the Water Mine at this season-end event that benefits county parks through the Fairfax County Park Foundation. Dogs can swim and frolic throughout The Water Mine at Lake Fairfax Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9. Cost is $10 per dog. Sign up. Watch some of the fun from a recent Dog Daze: