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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova welcomed From left—Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock); Ryan Kelly, Office of Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell during the event at the Fairfax County Governor Bob McDonnell; Janet Kelly and Kelly’s mother. Janet Kelly Government Center on Tuesday, July 30 to promote the governor’s “Vir- spoke about the couple’s adoption experience during the event at the ginia Adopts: Campaign for 1,000” initiative. Fairfax County Government Center on Tuesday, July 30. Learn More ❖ Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell urges anyone VA Adopts: Campaign for 1,000 considering becoming a foster parent or adopting to visit: www.VirginiaAdopts.Virginia.Gov. Twitter: @Virginia Adopts Governor McDonnell Facebook: VirginiaAdopts Supervisor Pat #VAdopts promotes adoption, Herrity (R-Spring- #Campaign for 1000 field) spoke about ❖ For more information about Fairfax County foster and adoption services, go to foster care during his adoption experi- www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/childrenyouth/ ence during the fca.htm event to promote ❖ Attend an Orientation Meeting: The Fairfax Fairfax County tour. County Department of Family Services hosts the governor’s orientation meetings for prospective foster and “Virginia Adopts: adoptive parents the second Monday of each By Victoria Ross Campaign for month at 7 p.m. at the Pennino Building, 12011 The Connection Government Center Parkway. For more 1,000” initiative information, call 703-324-7639 or held Tuesday, July TTY: 703-222-9452 he atmosphere was festive as 30. Daughter more than 100 people—includ- Valeria, now 21, Ting adoptive parents, children joined Herrity’s Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Culi- and state and local officials— family in 2002. nary School.” gathered in the Fairfax County Government Nancy, Valeria, Pat Herrity admitted it was difficult for him Center atrium Tuesday, July 30 to welcome and Sean Herrity in to say “adopted daughter.” Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell (R) during the a recent campaign “She’s my daughter, period. I asked her statewide tour to promote his “Virginia photo. permission before I publicly talked about Adopts: Campaign for 1,000” initiative. her. She said if I can help somebody else Photo contributed get adopted, that’s okay.” THE GOAL of the campaign is to match 1,000 children currently in foster care with dren currently in Virginia’s foster care sys- now 21, and about to graduate from culi- NANNETTE BOWLER, director of the adoptive families. The governor launched tem are over the age of 10 and many a part nary school. Fairfax County Department of Family Ser- the statewide campaign on May 17 from the of a sibling group. He also acknowledged “As an adoptive parent this campaign is vices, served as mistress of ceremonies for steps of the Governor’s Mansion during the grim statistics for children who age out close to my heart,” Herrity said. “By match- the event. Virginia’s Foster Care Month. of the foster care system: within two years ing kids with adoptive families we are giv- “The Department of Social Services is “Whether you’re Republican, Democrat, of aging out, about 25 percent will be in- ing these children a shot at a life, a chance grateful to the governor for his leadership pro-choice, pro-life, adoption can transcend carcerated and 54 percent will be homeless. to stay in education, and a place to call in heightening the awareness of the great those issues,” McDonnell said at Tuesday’s “Of the 4,000 children in Virginia’s foster home.” need for adoptive homes for our foster chil- event. “Even in affluent place like Fairfax, care system, about 1,000 children are ready Herrity said he and his wife first met their dren who are available for adoption, yet do there are children in need of loving homes.” for, and eagerly awaiting, adoption,” daughter when she was playing with his not have adoptive placements, particularly McDonnell said the General Assembly McDonnell said. “Each of these children sister’s children. She had been adopted from children ages 12 to 17 years of age,” said provided $1.5 million for the campaign, and deserves a secure, stable home environ- Russia by a local couple, but that adoption Bowler. the money will be used to help prospective ment. Together, we can help these children wasn’t working out. Currently, about 300 youth in Fairfax adoptive parents with medical and other find loving families and make Virginia a “It was a bad situation. We met her and County are in foster care, according to expenses associated with adopting a child. better place.” we started having her over to our house. county Bowler, and when children cannot “I’m passionate about this,” McDonnell Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield) The last thing I thought I’d be doing that return home safely, county officials attempt said. “Children in foster care are there and Chairman Sharon Bulova (D-at-large) summer is adopting a child,” Herrity said. to provide adoption or permanent-place- through no fault of their own, and just as sat with McDonnell and gave the welcome “There was a need and somebody needed ment services for them. much as any child, they deserve a loving, and closing remarks. to step up and help this girl. “I think anytime we can bring this issue secure and stable family and home.” Herrity spoke movingly about his own “When she came into our lives, she didn’t to the forefront, especially at such a high McDonnell noted that in 2012, 708 chil- experience as an adoptive parent. He and know the days of week or how to tell time,” level, it can only help to get the word out dren were adopted from foster care in Vir- his wife, Nancy, adopted daughter Valeria Herrity said during the event. “By the end about the dire need for the children to have ginia. He said that most of the 4,000 chil- in 2002 when she was 9 years old. She is of this year, she will have graduated from a loving, permanent family,” Bowler said. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 ❖ 3 News
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The Crossings in Charlottesville, built by Virginia Supportive Housing (VSH), is the type of affordable housing Fairfax County is considering. Hailed as a “game- Small and affordable doesn’t necessarily changer” for homelessness and a regional mean boring. Many furniture companies, solution to affordable housing, the Cross- such as IKEA, Target and Macy’s, offer ings has 60 small studio apartments with trendy furniture and rooms specifically support services in a mixed-income com- designed for small living spaces, such as munity. Thirty units are designated for studio apartments. This small kitchen homeless clients and 30 units are avail- space is one of IKEA’s recent designs on its able to individuals earning 50 percent or website. less of the area median income. Edwin C. Roessler Unlocking the Door to Roessler Named Affordable Housing County Police Chief lice headquarters in 2016 and County considers estab- Voice Your Opinion New police future infrastructure growth The Board of Supervisors recommended that the Planning chief vows fo- planned in many communities lishment of residential stu- Commission conduct additional outreach in the form of work throughout Fairfax. sessions or other public engagement opportunities. The board Roessler was appointed act- dio option to create afford- will hold its public hearing on Nov. 19 at 4 p.m. For more cus on diversity. information visit: ing police chief in March by http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/zoningordinance/pro- By Victoria Ross Fairfax County Executive Ed able housing options. posed. The Connection Long. “I am pleased to name Ed Roessler as Fairfax County’s By Victoria Ross ing and a minimum of 80 percent of units have to be dwin C. Roessler, named new police chief,” said Board of The Connection affordable to low-income earners, those making Fairfax County’s police about $45,000 per year or less. The maximum square E Supervisor’s Chairman Sharon chief at Tuesday’s Board footage for the units would be 500 square feet, plus Bulova. “Not only has he per- n a move designed to increase affordable hous- of Supervisor’s meeting July 30, a bathroom and kitchen. formed exceptionally well in ing options for working-class individuals, the promised to launch a Diversity “As parts of the county continue to urbanize, higher his role as acting police chief, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors took a step Council in an effort to recruit, I densities can be achieved, which makes the inclu- but he also possesses a wide toward adoption of zoning changes that would promote and respond to Fairfax sion of more affordable housing more practical,” range and depth of experience encourage the development of low-cost studio apart- County’s increasingly diverse Pesto said. gathered over his 24-year ten- ments. community. “We see the residential studio use to be in the same ure in law enforcement.” On Tuesday, the board unanimously voted to au- “Yes, we have significant gaps zoning category as independent living facilities and Roessler previously served as thorize a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordi- [in reflecting diversity in the nursing homes, which are all carefully reviewed and deputy chief of patrol, manag- nance amendment regarding residential studio units department]. We can do a bet- require case-by-case approval by the board,” Pesto ing crime fighting efforts across (RSUs) that will permit RSU use in various residen- ter job recruiting and we want said. “The standards are pretty stringent.” eight district stations in addi- tial, commercial and industrial districts by special to create more robust engage- According to county officials, the proposed amend- tion to managing the Animal exception or in all planned development districts. ment with our county’s many ment was prompted by a number of county efforts Services Division. Serving as “There is a tremendous need for housing at all in- ethnic communities,” Roessler to address the issue of affordable housing for all in- deputy chief, he managed po- come levels in Fairfax County,” Chairman Sharon said during a brief new confer- come populations. lice emergency responses to a Bulova said after the vote. “Permitting residential ence after the appointment. In the past 40 years, Fairfax County has become variety of natural disasters and studios is an excellent way to accommodate lower A 24-year veteran of the de- one of the wealthiest counties in the nation. As land tactical operational events, de- income rental units and provide more housing partment, Roessler said he con- prices soared, the creation of low to moderate priced ployed personnel to the recent choices for our residents. RSUs can be a great tool sidered his “integrity” and housing plummeted. Presidential Inauguration and for providing efficiency apartments for our younger “compassion” hallmarks of his For several years, county officials have grappled managed patrol assets commit- entry level workers, for seniors and others who may leadership style, and “strategic with housing options that will aid efforts to end ted to solving several multi-ju- not need or want a lot of space.” planning” as the “backbone of homelessness, accommodate the area’s aging single risdictional crimes. Donna Pesto, the county’s senior assistant to the my leadership style.” population, and increase affordable housing for a Roessler began his law en- zoning administrator, said the proposal would not Roessler directed strategic workforce earning less than 60 percent of the area forcement career with the New change the building codes, and would apply to rental planning initiatives for the de- median income (AMI). York City Department of Inves- units only. partment “to ensure a high tigation before joining the Supervisor Jeff McKay (D-Lee) said that while he standard of service delivery” as supported the amendment, he thinks there is “still UNDER THE PROPOSAL, Pesto said there could Fairfax County plans a new po- See Focus, Page 5 be no more than 75 residential studio units in a build- See Broadening, Page 5 4 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News Focus on Diversity
From Page 4 ate degree from the George Broadening Fairfax County Police Depart- Washington University. During ment as a patrol officer. He has his career he also has gradu- served in every rank—up to and ated from a variety of profes- Housing including deputy chief. sional development programs Prior senior command assign- including the Federal Bureau of ments have included the Inter- Investigation’s National Execu- Options nal Affairs Bureau, director of tive Institute and National From Page 4 the Criminal Justice Academy, Academy, American managing the department’s University’s Key Executive much work to be done before we budget and human resources Graduate Program, the United pass it. and leading a Patrol Bureau di- States Military Academy West “We need much more commu- vision that included the Animal Point Leadership Program and nity input to help shape this, and Services Division, the Crime Leadership Fairfax. I have great concerns about the Analysis Unit and the construc- Roessler’s professional affili- impact this could have on existing tion of the Sully District Station. ations include the Police Execu- neighborhoods,” McKay said in an In addition to these command tive Research Forum, the Inter- interview Tuesday night. assignments, he led efforts that national Association of Chiefs “It is vital that this amendment created the Incident Support of Police, the Virginia Associa- not jeopardize our residents’ qual- Services program serving de- tion of Chiefs of Police, the ity of life. I will work hard to en- partment members and their Major Cities Chiefs Human Re- sure this does not negatively im- families, the Athletic Trainer source Committee, FBI Na- pact residents come November Coordinator program and sev- tional Academy Associates and when it returns to the board, and eral other innovative employee the Society for Human Re- at the same time provides vitally support service programs. source Managers. needed affordable housing,” Roessler received his under- For more information visit: McKay added. graduate degree from Arizona http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ “Our board has been exploring State University and his gradu- news/. the establishment of residential studio housing for about 10 years,” Bulova said in an interview last ing to make available in Fairfax opments and I think it’s a good week. “I think it’s a good way to County,” Pesto said. “It is most looking building.” provide more affordable housing definitely a kind of development “This (option) is a critical com- options for county residents. By that we would permit under the ponent to our housing advertising this for public hearing, Residential Studio amendment. … affordability,” Supervisor Cathy we will initiate the process for en- That’s one of their newer devel- Hudgins (D-Hunter Mill) said. gaging the community in the dis- cussion. “Let me just say, my feeling is we really need to move this for- ward,” Bulova said. “Small apartments have become the hot housing product in U.S. cities, where many places are mar- keting them under the name ‘mi- cro-units,’” Pesto said. She added that Virginia Sup- portive Housing (VSH), based in Charlottesville, has built studio apartments similar to what Fairfax County is considering.
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Victoria Ross Community Reporter 301-502-6027 New Lyme Disease Legislation Now in Effect [email protected] Bonnie Hobbs By Barbara Comstock become more accurate the longer the disease is in infectious disease markers”, able to “identify Community Reporter State Delegate (R-34) 703-778-9438 your body. We worked with McLean’s Monte Skall evidence of the disease when it is 2000 times [email protected] and members of the National Capital Lyme Dis- smaller” than what can be identified with cur- n July 1, the Lyme Dis- ease Association and were assisted by many of rent testing processes. Jon Roetman Sports Editor ease Testing Informa- their volunteers who worked tirelessly to get their Dr. Lance Liotta, also co-director of CAPMM 703-778-9410 O [email protected] tion Disclosure Act that stories about failing to detect Lyme to legislators and Director of Science at Ceres Nanoscience, @jonroetman I sponsored this year went into ef- throughout Northern Virginia and the Common- noted that use of the Nanotrap test will “dra- fect. Virginia is now the first state wealth. It was the grassroots support and these matically reduce the false negatives of current ADVERTISING: in the nation to disseminate information about test- stories that generated the winning bipartisan mar- testing processes and lead to earlier and greatly For advertising information ing problems directly to those who are suffering gin. Sharon Rainey of Great Falls, another tireless improved treatment outcomes for those suffer- e-mail: from Lyme Disease. This patient-centered measure advocate who helps those in our community with ing from Lyme Disease.” [email protected] enables patients to seek additional testing, if neces- Lyme Disease, was also a leader who worked with I look forward to continuing to work with Debbie Funk sary, as well as receive appropriate and timely treat- us to make this legislation a reality. doctors, members of the Lyme community, Display Advertising/National Sales 703-778-9444 ment. I’ve already seen this information posted in We need better and more accurate testing to neighbors, family and friends to increase pub- [email protected] doctors’ offices around our area, in compliance with help promote earlier diagnosis and treatment lic awareness of Lyme Disease and to ensure Karen Washburn the new law, and other states impacted are looking for this devastating illness, and are fortunate patient-centered medical care for all Virginians. Display Advertising, 703-778-9422 to take action too. that the medical community in our area is work- Lyme disease is the most commonly reported [email protected] We modeled our Lyme legislation on an ear- ing to find solutions. For example, in May, I “vector-borne” illness in the United States. (“Vec- Andrea Smith lier bill we passed which provided information joined some of my colleagues for a meeting with tor” refers to a toxic microbe in the blood caused Classified Advertising, 703-778-9411 to women about problems in identifying breast researchers from George Mason University’s by a bug bite, such as a tick bite.) The Virginia [email protected] cancer in women with dense breast tissue. In Center for Applied Proteomics and Molecular Department of Health reports that there were both cases, getting more information to patients Medicine (CAPMM) and business partner Ceres an estimated 1,110 cases of Lyme disease in the Editor & Publisher Mary Kimm both empowers and helps them seek additional Nanoscience to learn more about a new tech- state in 2012, up 9 percent from 2011. And cases 703-778-9433 treatments or information to help them battle nology that will dramatically improve detec- were reported in all regions of Virginia. [email protected] these diseases. tion of Lyme Disease. Early symptoms of Lyme disease may include @MaryKimm I’ve heard from so many people in our com- The lead researcher on the project is George headache, stiff neck, fever, muscle aches and Executive Vice President munity who are battling Lyme. Since I first Mason Assistant Professor, Dr. Alessandra fatigue. If left untreated or if treatment is de- Jerry Vernon [email protected] took office, I have worked with leaders through- Luchini, recently named as one of the “Brilliant layed, the disease can become chronic with out Northern Virginia, including our Congress- 10” scientists under the age of 40 by Popular serious, debilitating complications, such as joint Editor in Chief Steven Mauren man Frank Wolf and Lyme Disease prevention Science magazine. Her team and their part- pain and swelling, heart disease, neurological Managing Editor advocates, to increase public awareness of this ners at Ceres Nanoscience have been dedicated problems (e.g., Bell’s palsy), dizziness, irrita- Kemal Kurspahic public health threat. In 2011, I passed a reso- to refining their work on a new technology bility, ADHD-like symptoms, cognitive dysfunc- Photography: Deb Cobb, Louise Krafft, lution to permanently designate May as Lyme called a Nanotrap that will dramatically im- tion, muscle weakness and neuropathy. Craig Sterbutzel Disease Awareness Month in Virginia. prove detection of Lyme Disease at much ear- For more information about Lyme you can Art/Design: Laurence Foong, John Heinly The Lyme Disease Testing Information Disclo- lier stages. This testing also is could lead to check the following resources: Production Manager: sure Act that we passed this year simply requires earlier cancer testing. http://wolf.house.gov/ Jean Card health care providers to notify those tested for Dr. Chip Petricoin, Co-Director of CAPMM and index.cfm?sectionid=223§iontree=7,223 Geovani Flores Lyme Disease that tests can produce a high rate Director of Science at Ceres Nanoscience ex- http://natcaplyme.org/lyme-topics/ Special Assistant to the Publisher of false negative results. The tests for Lyme only plained the Nanotrap as a “vacuum cleaner for overview.html. Jeanne Theismann 703-778-9436 [email protected] Letters to the Editor @TheismannMedia stead of worrying about having Using iPhones, iPods During School Lunch them in our lockers, where they CIRCULATION: 703-778-9427 Circulation Manager: To the Editor: times between classes at my school, interruption. Lunch should be a might be stolen. If schools are ask- Ann Oliver As part of a Scouting merit badge Lake Braddock Secondary School. break from our classes and a chance ing us to use our electronic devices, [email protected] requirement to write to a local I think students should be able to to relax. Teachers allow us to use why not allow us a little freedom newspaper, I am writing to express use their iPhones or iPods during phones during class so many of us during our down time? my opinion about whether or not lunch, because all you’re doing is are bringing them to school anyway. electronic devices should be al- eating. It’s pretty boring. I don’t I think we should be allowed to use Alex Serote lowed during lunch and other free understand why this would be an them during our free time, too, in- Burke
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Fully Dressed Without a Smile!’ Bonnie Hobbs ment was at 25 percent. Virginia City of Fairfax Theatre Company produces “Annie,” had little, if any, money for its public schools. Fairfax County with surprising ties to Fairfax County. was still a largely rural county of about 40,000 people, which /The Connection By Victoria Ross was best known for its dairy in- The Connection dustry. The building of the Pen- tagon was still a decade away. anier Middle School In its first few months, the was packed last week- Roosevelt administration ex- Lend as nearly 400 ploded with a set of initiatives, people turned out to known as “The New Deal,” In the healing category, Dianne E. Thomas created this “Poppy,” by Jane Ernst, taken in Springfield. see local families, a state sena- which sought to put America quilt called, “From Papa’s Window.” tor—and even a mayor—in The back to work. City of Fairfax Theatre “One of the most prominent Springfield, Fairfax Artists Company’s production and per- new agencies was the Public Lisa Ellis called her quilt “Empty Nest.” Exhibit in Occoquan formance of “Annie.” Works Administration, headed State Senator Chap Petersen by Interior Secretary Harold The Artists’ Undertaking Gallery in Historic Occoquan is (D-34) brought down the house Ickes, which employed millions exhibiting work by Sherri Johnson of Fairfax and David and Jane as he danced and sang in the of Americans in building up the Ernst of Springfield, in “Artistic Impressions.” role of Franklin Delano country’s infrastructure,” Quilt Show Displays This quilt by Audrey Johnson’s hand-made pottery and the Ernst’s digitally painted Roosevelt, and City of Fairfax Petersen said. Lipps is titled, photographs are up Tuesday, Aug. 6 through Monday, Sept. 2. A Mayor Scott Silverthorne was on One of the first PWA projects “Peeling Back the reception is slated for Saturday, Aug. 17 from 1-5 p.m. The stage briefly to applaud the cast. in Virginia? A new high school ‘Sacred Threads’ Onion.” gallery is open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and is located at 309 Mill The popular Broadway musi- for Fairfax County, on land se- Street in Historic Occoquan, Va. For more information contact cal was co-sponsored by Truro lected by the County School ome 231 handmade quilts exploring themes of spirituality, joy, the gallery at 703-494-0584 or at Anglican Church. Performances From left—Megan Steele, Gwendolyn Evans, Marin Board at the “Old Country Fair- Sinspiration, peace/brotherhood, grief and healing were dis- www.theartistsundertaking.com. were accompanied by a live or- Bronaugh, Amy Chang and Paige Cole played orphans in grounds” on Lee Highway in the played during the biennial Sacred Threads exhibition, July 10- chestra, conducted by Truro City of Fairfax Theater Company’s sold-out production of Town of Fairfax. Petersen’s 28, at Floris United Methodist Church in Oak Hill. Three Fairfax Anglican Church’s Kirsten Boyd, “Annie” this weekend at Lanier Middle School. great-grandfather, Fairfax residents had quilts in the show. and directed by Wendy Knight, Photos by Todd Parola Photography McCandlish, was the Chairman the long-time director of CFTC of the County School Board at School Notes and a former drama teacher at that time. or a free digi- Fairfax High School. Send notes to the Connection at F “The real success story is not IN 1934, Fairfax High School [email protected] or call tal subscription only the record attendance and opened as a new public high 703-778-9416. Deadline is Friday. Dated to one or all the great performances, but the school. It was the county’s first announcements should be submitted at of the 15 least two weeks prior to the event. collaboration between Truro modern high school, with an Connection Anglican Church and the City of imposing brick facade, a cafete- Peter Fuyuumelkeda of Fairfax, in Newspapers, Fairfax Theatre Company,” said ria and athletic fields. Over the the Hankamer School of Business at go to Sharon Petersen, who portrayed next 40 years, more than 10,000 Baylor University was named to the Dean’s Academic Honor List for his www.connect Miss Hannigan, the graduates would pass through achievements in the spring semester. ionnewspapers. showstopping role of the its doors. Today, the property is com/subscribe greedy—and sometimes hilari- owned by the Archdiocese of Rebecca Bajkowski, daughter of Sara and Sonny Bajkowski of Fairfax was ous—drunkard who oversees Arlington and serves a “Paul VI inducted into the Phi Betta Kappa honor Be the first to the orphanage. “It was a great High School.” society and graduated magna cum laude know – get your example of two seemingly dif- “No, Annie didn’t go to Fairfax in May from Allegheny College where paper before it ferent groups finding that sweet High School,” Petersen said. she majored in biology with a minor in Spanish. hits the press. spot of overlapping needs and “But the musical, which cel- resources to produce an amaz- ebrates the New Deal, speaks Fairfax Library Foundation has Complete digital ing home grown product.” directly to the hopes and dreams elected to aid these individuals finan- replica of the of that generation of Americans. cially in their educational pursuits: Aliya print edition, Ahmed Parvez is the Edwin S. Clay, III, TO LAUNCH THE PRODUC- It uses the story of Annie as a Master of Library Science Scholarship including photos TION, countless families volun- metaphor for an America, which winner, receiving award of $3,500 and and ads, deliv- teered behind the scenes corral- had few material goods, but will complete her course work at the Uni- ered weekly ling children, and scrounging knew that ‘You’re Never Fully versity of North Texas; Mary Kathryn Kent and Bridget Ryan are the MLS to your e-mail and soliciting for props and do- Dressed without a Smile,’” Scholarship award winners, receiving box. nations. Sharon Petersen as Miss Hannigan sings “Easy Street” Petersen said. $3,000 each. They will continue their The Petersen family was tied with other castmates in the City of Fairfax Theater The City of Fairfax Theatre degrees at the Catholic University of Questions? with the Lanoue-Chapman fam- Company's sold-out production of “Annie” this weekend at Company is a non-profit organi- America; Mathey Albert Beer, Thien Mai, Katherine C. Pietras, Ingrid Thais Quiroz, E-mail: ily in terms of family participa- Lanier Middle School. zation that offers workshops and Claudia Rojas and Laura Ungare are the goinggreen@ tion at 5 vs. 5. Bella Lanoue- master classes by professional winners of the Fairfax Library Founda- connection Chapman played the starring The amateur cast, which was phan during the nation’s Great De- artists, in addition to putting on tion Undergraduate Scholarship, newspapers.com role of Annie in one of the casts. broken into two platoons, featured pression in the 1930s, is not just a live theatrical performances for receiving $1,000 each. “Annie was a blast,” said Shan- local actors of all ages and abili- Broadway show, Petersen said. “It’s the community throughout the McLaine Christine Prior of Fairfax non Duffy, a City of Fairfax resi- ties. Sharon Petersen, Sen. a story which goes right to the year. The company also hosts a earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in el- dent. “FDR was a natural, and Petersen’s wife, portrayed “Miss heart of our local history in Fairfax summer drama camp for kids ementary and special education at Hood College on May 18. many of his old friends were in Hannigan,” and Petersen was FDR County.” aged 5 to 14 and is home to the attendance. It was a wonderful in both casts. In 1933, America was in the grip youth ensemble, a group of Hannah Chartoff, student at Duke show.” The story of “Annie,” a young or- of the Great Depression. Unemploy- young actors ages 8 to 18. University, of Fairfax serves as a Summer 2013 White House intern.
8 ❖ Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 ❖ 9 Faith Notes Week in Fairfax Send notes to the Connection at and meditation. Visit http:// [email protected] or www.guhyasamaja.org for more call 703-778-9416. Deadline is Fri- information. day. Dated announcements should be Grand Commons Avenue at the Fairfax Corner submitted at least two weeks prior to Fairfax Baptist Temple, at the Requejo Case Goes to Shopping Center, off Monument Drive in Fair Oaks. the event. corner of Fairfax County Parkway and Register at www.capitalarearunners.com/ Burke Lake Roads, holds a Bible Grand Jury crimesolvers5k. The Guhyasamaja Buddhist Study Fellowship at 9 a.m. Sundays Center, 10875 Main St., Fairfax followed by a 10 a.m. worship service. The case against a 23-year-old Fairfax man A nonprofit, Fairfax County Crime Solvers City provides free classes to both Nursery care and Children’s Church charged with sexually molesting a child is heading provides an anonymous phone tip line, plus texting newcomers and advanced practi- also provided. 6401 Missionary Lane, to the grand jury. He is Eduardo Requejo, 23, of and e-mail capabilities to the public, to report tioners of Tibetan Buddhism. The Fairfax Station, 703-323-8100 or Warwick Avenue and, on July 15, Fairfax County criminal information. It pays cash rewards of $100 Center emphasizes working with www.fbtministries.org. the mind and learning how to un- police charged him with two counts of aggravated to $1,000 for tips leading to an arrest and indict- derstand the workings of the First Baptist Church of sexual battery. ment, and the reward money comes through mind, overcoming innner causes of Springfield offers Sunday school at Besides working as a swimming instructor at the fundraisers such as this 5K. suffering, while cultivating causes 9:15 a.m., followed by a 10:30 a.m. Oak Marr Rec Center in Fairfax since 2005, he was of happiness. Under the direction worship service at 7300 Gary St., of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, the center Springfield. 703-451-1500 or also a swim coach throughout the Fairfax commu- is a place of study, contemplation www.fbcspringfield.org. nity. But police say the alleged offenses didn’t Fairfax Police happen at his worksite; the child is an acquain- tance and wasn’t one of his students. Citizens Academy Wearing glasses, a light blue shirt and dark People wanting to participate in the fourth slacks, Requejo appeared last Thursday, July 25, in Citizens Police Academy offered by the City of COMMUNITIES Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court before Fairfax Police Department must submit applica- Judge Kimberly Daniel. He was scheduled to have tions no later than Thursday, Aug. 15. This session a preliminary hearing on that date but, instead, will run from Thursday, Sept. 5, through Thursday, waived his right to the proceeding. Daniel then Nov. 14. Classes are from 6:30-9 p.m. OF WORSHIP certified his case to the next grand jury for possible The Citizens Police Academy offers a unique indictment. opportunity to learn about the role of police and Assembly of God Jubilee Christian Center Jubilee their many functions, services and capabilities. 703-383-1170 Initiated in 2007 by Col. 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For 13 weeks, Congregation of Olam Tikvah... 703-425-1880 Fairfax Presbyterian...703-273-5300 Chabad Lubavitch...703-426-1980 Korean Presbyterian...703-321-8090 Hancock stayed committed during some Lutheran Providence Presbyterian...703-978-3934 of the world’s most demanding entry- Bethlehem Lutheran...703-978-3131 New Hope...703-385-9056 level military training in order to be Christ Lutheran...703-273-4094 Shalom Presbyterian…703-280-2777 transformed from civilian to Marine in- Kings of Kings...703-378-7272 Seventh Day Adventist stilled with pride, discipline and the core Lord of Life...703-323-9500 Fairfax Seventh Day Adventist values of honor, courage and commit- Methodist 703-978-3386 ment. Hancock is a 2011 graduate of W. Bruen Chapel United...703-560-1665 United Church of Christ T. Woodson High School of Fairfax. Fairfax United...703-591-3120 Little River United Church of Christ Pender United...703-278-8023 703-978-3060 Marine Corps Pvt. Samuel J. Ornelas, son of Leigh Ornelas of Fairfax earned the title of United States To Advertise Your Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Community of Worship, All Are Welcome! Parris Island, S.C. For 13 weeks, Ornelas stayed committed during some of the Call 703-778-9422 Sunday Worship 8, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. world’s most demanding entry-level military training in order to be trans- Sunday School for Children & Adults 9:30 a.m. formed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core val- Married Couples Sunday School 11:30 a.m. ues of honor, courage and commitment. Ornelas is a 2011 graduate of Woodson Build Your Community High School of Fairfax. Rev. Dr. Marshal L. Ausberry, Sr., Senior Pastor Coast Guard Seaman Appren- tice James B. Lucas, son of Judy L. Support Your Local Businesses. Antioch Baptist Church and Jeff W. 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University Drive, Fairfax. invites you to share in the songs and To have community events listed, send FRIDAY/AUG. 9 to [email protected] or A range of performers sounds of American folk music, from American Idol LIVE! take the local stage in this the 1960s to today. call 703-778-9416 with questions. The 2013 Tour. 7:30 Christian musical festival. www.shenandoahrun.com. deadline for submissions is the Friday p.m., George Mason prior to publication; we recommend sub- Patriot Center, 4400 THURSDAY/AUG. 29 mitting your event two weeks ahead of University Drive, SUNDAY/AUG. 18 Elikeh. 5-6:30 p.m., at Fairfax County time. To see more entertainment events, Fairfax. A showcase of 27th Annual Pakistan Government Center, 12000 go to: http:// American Idol’s past- Independence Day Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/ season finalists comes Festival USA. Noon., at Elikeh mixes Afro-beat with 2013/may/22/fairfax-county-calendar/. to the local Patriot 7700 Bull Run Drive, traditional Togolese polyrhythms to Center. Centreville. The Pakistan produce captivating tunes that are as Independence Day Festival listenable as they are danceable. THURSDAY/AUG. 1 includes musical www.elikeh.com. Little Red & The Renegades. 5-6:30 THURSDAY/AUG. 15 performances, rides and p.m., Fairfax County Government Ryan Montbleau games. http:// Center, 12000 Government Center Band. 5-6:30 p.m., www.pakistanfestivalusa.com. FRIDAY/AUG. 30 Parkway, Fairfax. Little Red is Fairfax County Bruce Molsky and The Jumpsteady American music, with a heavy Government Center, THURSDAY/AUG. 22 Boys. 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Royal Lake emphasis on zydeco and Cajun. 12000 Government Natty Beaux. 5-6:30 Park, 5344 Gainsborough Drive, www.littleredandtherenegades.com. Center Parkway, p.m., at Fairfax County Fairfax. Bruce Molsky performs Fairfax. In their 10- Government Center, Appalachian folk music on the fiddle, year career, this band 12000 Government Center guitar and banjo. SATURDAY/AUG. 3 has built their catalog Parkway, Fairfax. Natty www.brucemolsky.com. 2nd Annual Lou Lou Day-Shop to by introducing new Beaux is a new combo Give Charity Event. Lou Lou songs to their live set, featuring musicians from Boutiques presents the opportunity to before committing to Billy Coulter Band, The SUNDAY/SEPT. 15 shop and donate to support the a definitive version. Junkyard Saints, Jeffrey Siegel’s “Gershwin and Foundation for Women’s Cancer and www.ryanmontbleauband.com. Alexandria Kleztet and Friends.” 7 p.m., George Mason the Society of Gynecologic Oncology Western Bop. University Center for the Arts, 4400 for the National Race to End www.nattybeaux.com/ University Drive, MS 2F5, Fairfax. Women’s Cancer, which takes place FRIDAY/AUG. 16 about.html. Steinway Piano Gallery of on Sunday, Nov. 3 in Washington IONA. 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Washington, D.C. sponsors the D.C. www.loulouboutiques.com or Royal Lake Park, 5344 acclaimed pianist’s performance of twitter.com/LouLouBoutiques. Gainsborough Drive, FRIDAY/AUG. 23 American music. $19-$38, Mason ID Fairfax. IONA’s Lou Lou Boutique, a fashion and accessories Inaugural Golf permits 1 free ticket. cfa.gmu.edu trademark is a high- shop at Fairfax’s Mosaic District, hosts a day of Tournament. 2 p.m., and HyltonCenter.org. THURSDAY/AUG. 8 energy, pan-Celtic Fort Belvoir Golf Club, The Simon & Garfunkel weave of the giveaways and sales Sunday, Aug. 3, featuring a 2920, 8450 Beulah St., Songbook. 5-6:30 p.m., Fairfax traditional music of styling bar, sweets and drinks to benefit The Alexandria. Prizes include THURSDAY-SATURDAY/SEPT. 26-28 County Government Center, 12000 Scotland, Ireland, National Race to End Women’s Cancer, a Nov. a chance to win $5,000 Friends of the Burke Centre Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. Wales, Cornwall for a hole in one, year- Library Fall Used Book Sale. 1-9 Since 1972, Rex Fowler and Neal (England), Brittany 3rd race in D.C. long BMW lease and p.m., Sept. 26; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sept. Shulman have spent a lifetime (France), the Isle of several door prizes. 703- 27; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 28 at Burke making music together as the folk/ Man and Galicia (Spain), featuring 470-2137 or www.fairfaxnaacp.org. Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, rock duo Aztec Two-Step. fiddle, vocals, flute, guitar and SATURDAY/AUG. 17 Shenandoah Run. 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Burke. A variety of books will be sold www.aztectwostep.com. percussion. www.ionamusic.com. DC Fest With Newsboys. 3 p.m., Royal Lake Park, 5344 Gainsborough at discounted prices. 703-249-1520. 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Call 703-778-9431 for details. visit our website, Consider Fostering click on Participate Adopt/Donate/Volunteer at www.lostdogrescue.org www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 ❖ 11 Viewpoints Sports What is the highlight of your summer tennis experience so far? What do you look forward to in the future? —Eleanor Lamb
Woodson Graduate Finnerty to Caley Nee, 7, participant in 4- week tennis camp at Cottontail Pool, Springfield Play Basketball at Stetson “I’ve done backhands. I won with a backhand in [the game] jail. You go in jail if you miss catching the tennis ball. harpshooting guard Keara Finnerty’s talents 40 points, which I scored in my team’s 61-43 win [I also like tornado], where you run helped lead the 2012-13 W.T. Woodson girls’ over top seed West Springfield in the 2013 Virginia around and try not to be hit by tennis Sbasketball team to the program’s first North- AAA Patriot District semifinals. I shot 73 percent from balls. [I’ll keep playing tennis] because ern Region tournament berth since 2010. the floor and made 8 of 11 3-pointers. My career it’s a lot of fun.” After the Cavaliers defeated Lee in the Patriot Dis- high for 3-pointers in a game is eight, which I had in trict quarterfinals to clinch a regional berth, Finnerty that game and several other games during my sopho- in the semifinals made eight 3-pointers and scored a more, junior and senior years. career-high 40 points during a victory against three- ❖ Connection: If you could go back and Zoe Green, 8, participant in 4- time defending district champion West Springfield. change one thing about your high school week tennis camp at Cottontail Woodson would finish district runner-up to T.C. Wil- athletic career, what would it be? Pool, Springfield liams. Finnerty: I don’t think I would change anything. “I like the part where you actually A four-year varsity athlete, Finnerty finished her I really enjoyed playing for coach Neri and coach learn all the strokes and get to play high school career with 1,514 points. She was a three- Murray for four years on the varsity team and was against each other. Instead of using your time first-team all-district selection, a first-team all- very blessed to have amazing teammates. feet, you use your hands. I like my region choice in 2012 and a second-team all-region ❖ Connection: At what age did you start tennis teacher a lot. [I like the game member in 2013. playing basketball? When did you realize jail] because it’s fun when you get a Finnerty, a 2013 W.T. Woodson High School gradu- playing college basketball was a possibil- jailbreak. Everybody wins, nobody ate, will continue her basketball career at Stetson ity for you? loses.” University in DeLand, Fla., where Finnerty: I started playing she received a full athletic schol- basketball on my Little Tikes arship. She recently participated Basketball Hoop when I was 2 Steve Myers, 25, captain of Roll- in a Q and A with the Connection and moved onto the taller ing Valley Swim and Racket Club’s via email. hoops when I was 4. In first men’s singles and mixed doubles ❖ Connection: What made grade, I played organized bas- teams, Springfield Stetson the right fit for ketball and moved to AAU bas- “[The best] is getting everyone to you? ketball from age 9 to 17, cul- come out and play. It’s a lot of fun. I Finnerty: The size, location minating with last summer be- don’t define success by wins and losses. and amazing sports programs ing a member of the Fairfax Everyone’s having a good time.” made Stetson University the right Stars 16U Nike Elite Premier fit for me. Stetson is a nationally Showcase Team. In September ranked university located in of my junior year, I began to DeLand, Fla. The women’s basket- realize that playing college bas- ball team has won the Atlantic Sun ketball was a possibility when I Emma Phillips, 13, member of the Division I Tournament two of the received many college basket- Orange Hunt Tennis Club, Spring- last three years and also has two ball letters of interest. field NCAA Tournament appearances. ❖ Connection: What are “My highlight was playing my first The coaches and team were very you most looking for- match of tennis. My first match was welcoming and I am excited about ward to about the transi- singles and I didn’t like it because I lost. playing basketball at Stetson. tion from high school to Next, I played doubles and we didn’t ❖ Connection: What posi- college? win, but we played well and felt better. I tion will you play? Finnerty: I’m looking for- have a lot of fun and I think I could Finnerty: I will play shooting Submitted photo ward to getting the opportunity definitely improve. [I look forward to] guard. to play with and against great winning a match.” ❖ Connection: What is your college basketball players. favorite memory of playing Working with them will help me basketball at Woodson? learn a lot, improve my game Finnerty: My favorite memory and take it to the next level. Wayne Romero, 11, member of of playing basketball at Woodson Keara Finnerty, a 2013 W.T. ❖ Connection: Who is the Orange Hunt Tennis Club, was our 61-43 win over top seed Woodson High School gradu- your favorite music Springfield West Springfield in the 2013 AAA ate, will play college basket- artist? Why? “[My highlight] was winning my first Patriot District semifinals. We ball at Stetson University in Finnerty: My favorite mu- match. It was pretty close. It was 8-6. I hadn’t beaten West Springfield in DeLand, Fla. sic artist is Luke Bryan, because like playing tennis. It’s one of my the previous nine times Woodson I love his country music and he hobbies. [I look forward] to winning had played them. We worked very well together to writes really good songs. more.” beat a very talented team. ❖ Connection: What’s your favorite movie? ❖ Connection: Three-point shooting is one Why? of your strengths. What does it take to Finnerty: My favorite movie is “She’s the Man,” become a good perimeter shooter? because I think Channing Tatum is a great actor. Finnerty: To become a good perimeter shooter it ❖ Connection: What is your favorite hobby Julie Mohl, 16, member of the takes lots of practice and sound fundamentals. The outside of basketball? Orange Hunt Tennis Club, Spring- key is to first establish your shot close in, which I Finnerty: I enjoy fishing when I get a chance. It’s field work on at the beginning of my workouts, and then very relaxing and I like being out on the water. “My first year, I was the only girl. It’s move farther away from the basket once you have ❖ Connection: What location is the far- nice to outnumber [the guys] for once. your form. Once the shot is established, I then pro- thest you’ve traveled from the Washing- [I like] the quick smile and the wave as ceed to shoot a couple hundred shots. ton, D.C. metro area? you walk on the court. I enjoy getting ❖ Connection: What is your career-high for Finnerty: The farthest I traveled is to New Or- better and I feel like I have this year. points in a game? Career-high for 3- leans to attend our 11U AAU Girls National Champi- Maybe we’ll win next year.” pointers in a game? onship with the Fairfax Stars. Finnerty: My career-high for points in a game is —Jon Roetman
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Transportation Authority approves FY2014 Project List. it comes to stating the benefits of a project, LeMunyon says the Authority is missing a word. “It’s not how will the project reduce By Andrea Worker congestion. It’s how much,” he said, sug- The Connection gesting that the Authority consider these analyses before approving their final project onight we acted to address list. “Until you answer the ‘how much’ ques- one of the greatest threats tion I don’t think you can comply with the “Tto our region: Congestion.” Photo by law.” So spoke Marty Nohe, chair- man of the Northern Virginia Transporta- QUESTIONS WERE RAISED about the tion Authority (NVTA) and Coles District su- “regionality” of some of the projects, like pervisor for Prince William County. Despite Andrea Worker bus shelters and improvements to pedes- numerous calls to slow down the process trian pathways. Eileen Curtis, representing by speakers at the public hearing before the the Dulles Regional Chamber asked that a Authority, on Wednesday, July 24, the NVTA formal definition of the term “regional” be approved the FY2014 proposed regional added and applied to the workings of the multimodal project list as presented and /The Connection Authority. Brian Gordon, representing the vetted by the NVTA’s Project Implementa- Apartment and Office Building Association tion Working Group (PIWG) headed by of Metropolitan Washington also called for Authority member (and Arlington County additional project selection criteria going Board Member) Christopher Zimmerman. forward to ensure that chosen projects were “NVTA’s approval … is a great first step truly regional in their scope and impact, as toward improving transportation in North- did Leo Schefer, president of the Washing- ern Virginia,” stated Fairfax County Board The members of the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority listen to ton Airports Task Force. Others, like Mark of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova in testimony during the public hearing portion of their meeting on July 24. Scheufler of Manassas Park, commented on a press release. Bulova, who represents Twenty-one speakers addressed the Authority before the members pro- projects that appeared to benefit locales Fairfax County on the NVTA added, “Infra- ceeded to vote on a list of transportation projects to be funded and outside the Authority’s jurisdiction. “Why structure improvements are critical to the initiated in FY2014. is the NVTA accelerating the schedule of a continued success of our region. This ini- funded VDOT project to help a jurisdiction tial package of projects will make a differ- that is not in the NVTA tax district?” ques- ence in people’s lives across the region.” The Projects Approved tioned Scheufler. “If these are the best Authority approved first year Pay-As-You- Some of the projects approved for first year funding include widening sections of Route 28 to eight projects in the queue,” he added, “I am not lanes, the purchase of additional VRE railcars, Herndon Parkway intersection improvements, Go projects valued at $116 million, as well Innovation Center Metrorail Station, Chain Bridge Road widening and Alexandria DASH bus sure why there was such a dire need to raise as voting for a bond package to fund an expansion, representing 59 percent road projects to 41 percent transit/multimodal projects funded by the sales tax in Northern Virginia.” additional $93 million worth of projects. Pay-As-You-Go, and 45 percent road versus 55 percent transit/multimodal for projects to be funded Several speakers also cautioned the Au- by bonds. The NVTA urges citizens to keep informed by frequently visiting their website at The NVTA was established by the Gen- www.thenovaauthority.org, where all of the related documents and a complete list of the approved thority on its plans to fund projects through eral Assembly in 2002 to provide a com- projects and their costs can be found. a bond package. David Birtwistle, CEO of mon voice on transportation for the coun- the Northern Virginia Transportation Alli- ties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and transportation projects as early as July 1, was one speaker who advised a slower ap- ance urged the Authority to wait until long- Prince William, as well as the cities of Alex- the start of Fiscal Year 2014, the Authority proach and a clearer explanation of how range plans were reviewed and better de- andria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas and went into high gear to solidify plans and the projects were chosen and vetted. “I have fined as regionally significant before mov- Manassas Park. Their mandate includes solicit public opinion. Hearings were held re-read the law … the NVTA is not required ing forward with the issuance of bonds. developing immediate and long-term plans throughout the region and the public was to spend any funds made available in fiscal When the last speaker concluded his re- and selecting projects that address the trans- given opportunities to study the proposals year 2014 in the year of 2014. “Marshall’s marks, the Authority listened to presenta- portation needs of the entire region. Since and comment by testimony before the Au- conclusions suggested that the Authority tions from its working groups and consult- its creation, there have been plans aplenty, thority, and by other written and electronic consider saving funds toward more long- ants. Zimmerman, as head of the Projects most recently revised and published as means. Over 200 public comments were range projects that “could better use the Implementation Working Group, took this TransAction 2040 with page upon page of received and consid- money in terms of time to review the history of the NVTA and proposed transportation improvements. The ered by the PWIG be- efficiency and mov- to defend the regionality and selection pro- only thing missing was how to pay for the tween June 6 and “NVTA’s approval … is a ing more people.” cess of the projects recommended for imple- enormous project wish list contained in the July 22. On the night Marshall also indi- mentation in the first year. Zimmerman re- well-researched and presented plan. of the final public great first step toward cated that in a re- ferred to TransAction 2040, the Authority’s hearing, an addi- improving transportation view of the docu- long term planning document, saying that THE PASSAGE of HB2313 earlier during tional 21 speakers ments on the NVTA it contained within its technical indices the the General Assembly session, with a new added their testi- in Northern Virginia.” website he was un- quantitative measuring methods applied to sales tax and a variety of other taxes and mony before the Au- able to find any clear the more than 200 projects outlined in the fee increases earmarked specifically for thority. — Fairfax County Board of Supervi- objective scoring by plan, with additional information regard- transportation, finally gave the NVTA, and At the previous sors Chairman Sharon Bulova which each project ing the regional merits of each proposal. the residents of Northern Virginia, the public assembly in was selected. (Mem- In addition to approving the proposed means to start tackling the area’s conges- June, many of the speakers used their al- ber Zimmerman later remarked that expla- project list in its entirety, the NVTA also tion problems as a whole, rather than in a lotted time to either praise or protest spe- nations could be found in the appendices approved the funding methods—both Pay- piecemeal fashion. An estimated $1.9 bil- cific proposals. At this pre-vote public hear- of the TransAction 2040 Plan.) As-You-Go and by Bond as recommended. lion will be dedicated to Northern Virginia ing there was acknowledgement of the ef- Delegate Jim LeMunyon (R-67) echoed They approved the authorization for the ini- transportation needs over the next six years, forts of the Authority and the many others some of the sentiments expressed by his tiation of a bond validation proceeding, the with 70 percent of the funds to be allocated who worked to obtain this funding and to colleague. He praised the cost per benefit appointment of the FY2014 Technical Ad- by the NVTA for regional projects, and the bring the projects to the table, but a large substantiation of two of the proposed visory Committee members, bond counsel, remaining 30 percent going directly to the number of speakers recommended that the projects but stated his concern that 95 per- and John Mason, former mayor of the city individual jurisdictions for local projects. Authority not approve the project list with- cent of the proposals did not carry the same of Fairfax as the interim executive director. When it became clear that the NVTA out further study and consideration. level of analysis. “It’s a qualitative ‘yeah, it’ll Mason had previously served as the would actually be able to fund and initiate Virginia Delegate Bob Marshall (R-13) get traffic moving a little bit better.’” When Authority’s executive director in 2007-2008. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com Fairfax Connection ❖ August 1-7, 2013 ❖ 13 703-917-6400 Employment Zone 2: • Burke Classified Zone 2 Ad Deadline: • Fairfax • Springfield Tuesday Noon
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