The BRADDOCK BEACON A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRADDOCK DISTRICT SUPERVISOR JOHN C. COOK

VOLUME 4, ISSUE 6
June 8, 2012
A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FROM BRADDOCK DISTRICT
SUPERVISOR JOHN C. COOK
The BRADDOCK
BEACON
703-425-9300
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/braddock/
[email protected]
BRADDOCK LAND USE AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE WILL HOLD FIRST MEETING
On May 5, a group of residents who attended
Supervisor Cook’s Citizen Governance
Conference agreed to participate in the
formation of a Braddock District Land Use and
Environmental Management Committee. The
purpose of this group is to become educated on
development issues affecting Braddock District
and to advise both the Planning Commissioner
and the Supervisor on requests for changes to
the current Comprehensive Plan, or requests
for a Rezoning or Special Exception under
that Plan. Most other Magisterial Districts
have similar groups that are constituted for this
purpose, and also provide valuable policy advice
on a multitude of related issues that arise during
the year.
On June 19, interested citizens are
invited to the first meeting of this
important Committee. The meeting will
be held in Braddock Hall in the Kings
Park Library at 7:30 p.m.
Jan Hedetniemi, who served as the facilitator
during the May 5 Conference will Chair this
meeting. Jan has extensive experience serving
Braddock District as Chair of the Fairfax
County Transportation Advisory Commission,
as chair of a subgroup of the Tysons Task
Force, a member of the Equestrian Task Force,
several Bond Committees and, currently, on
the Park Authority Board of Directors. Jan
will lead the participants in a discussion that
may require several additional meetings to
establish the Committee’s Charter, Officers,
meeting frequency, by-laws, membership
requirements, size and how it would interact
with communities directly affected by
changes to land use patterns.
At this meeting, members of the staff of the
Department of Planning and Zoning will also
make a brief presentation on how the County
proposes to undertake amendments to the
Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan in the
future. This process, Fairfax Forward, will
be reviewed by the Board of Supervisors this
fall, and input on this process will be one of
the first issues on which Supervisor Cook
will seek the committee’s input.
Although membership will not be restricted,
the Supervisor asks that interested citizens
plan to make a one year commitment to
participate should they elect to join the
committee after hearing what is proposed
for meeting times, dates and frequency.
Questions can be addressed to Supervisor
Cook’s land use aide, Rosemary Ryan. To
RSVP, send an email to Rosemary.Ryan@
fairfaxcounty.gov
Supervisor John C. Cook
Attention
Homeowner and
Civic Associations:
Please continue to let us know about
your successful Community Engagement efforts. Keep up the good work!
Please call (703) 425-9300 or email
Ann Sharp at ann.sharp@fairfaxcounty.
gov with your latest information.
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VDOT TO CLOSE GUINEA ROAD
Be sure to to stay up to date on the
VDOT will implement a total road closure of Guinea Road at the site of the
Braddock District. See: http://www.
Bridge Replacement Project June 15 through the 18. The full closure will run
facebook.com/pages/Burke-VA/
from Friday night at 9:00 p.m until 5:00 a.m. on Monday morning. This closure is
necessary to erect the arches for Stage III of the bridge project. A signed detour will be utilized Office-of-Braddock-Supervisor-JohnC-Cook/113003565389251?ref=sgm
and additional message boards will be placed at the intersections of Guinea Road and Bradand on Twitter at @SupervisorCook
dock Rd, and one at Guinea and Little River Turnpike.
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BRADDOCK BEACON
POHICK STREAM VALLEY TRAIL OPENS
In honor of National Trails Day, the Fairfax County Park Authority held the inaugural
ride and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Pohick Stream Valley Trail on Saturday, June
2. Supervisor Cook, along with Chairman Bulova, Anthony Vellucci, Braddock District
representative to the Fairfax County Park Authority Board, Patrick Gloyd, the Executive Director of the Burke Centre Conservancy, Chris Wells, Pedestrian Program Manager for Fairfax County Department of Transportation, Kirk Holley, the Special Projects Branch Manager for the Fairfax County Park Authority and Kala Leggett Quintana,
At-Large Member, Park Authority Board spoke at the ceremony which celebrated the
hard work and efforts of County staff and neighborhood communities working together on this project. In addition, Joe Osbourne, Kemp Skudin, Mary Cortina and
Kevin Morse have worked very hard on the development of this trail. Cyclists traveled
from the Burke VRE Station to the trail bridge adjacent to the Buke Village II Shopping Center for the inaugural ride along the Pohick Stream Valley-Burke VRE Trail.The
construction of the project included establishing two sections of asphalt trail and one
stream crossing, a section that connects the VRE station and the existing Park Authority and Burke Conservancy trails in Pohick Stream
Valley with a newly built trail and the connection of the park trail with Burke Lake Road and Burke Road to the east with a new bridge.
BURKE CENTRE RENOVATIONS
The Woodwalk community, which consists of 186 units, is a part of the 5800 homes of the Burke Centre Conservancy. The community
believed that major landscaping rennovations were needed to maintain the beauty of the community. They put their plan into action and
worked with CAS Lawn and Landscaping (who works on all landscaping within Burke Centre) and created an appealing new entrance. A
portion of the plants installed for the community were donated by CAS. The before and after pictures are included below.
LORD AND LADY FAIRFAX HONOREES
The tradition of Lord and Lady Fairfax began in 1984 as a way to recognize outstanding citizens
of Fairfax County who dedicate their time to the community. Each member of the Fairfax County
Board of Supervisors selects two people from their district who have demonstrated outstanding
volunteer service, heroism or other special accomplishments to receive the award.
Supervisor Cook nominated Ms. Tessie Wilson and Mr. Douglas Brammer for the Braddock District this year. Both Mrs. Wilson and Mr. Brammer have gone above and beyond as volunteers in our
community. Mrs. Wilson has served in many capacities in the public schools as Braddock District
Representative on the School Board and by starting a program that assists students applying for college and seeking scholarships. Mrs. Wilson now serves as the Braddock District Representative on
the Human Services Council. Mr. Brammer was the past Chairman of the Fairfax Arts Council and
also heads up the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce Valor Awards Committee. Also, both Mrs. Wilson
and Mr. Brammer have been very active as volunteers with the Boys and Girl Scouts of America.
This month, Supervisor Cook taped a program that featured Ms.Wilson and Mr. Brammer. Supervisor Cook hosts a monthly television show, Braddock Neighborhood News, on Fairfax County
Channel 16 which is available on most cable networks. Each month, Supervisor Cook invites topical
guests on to share pertinent and informative items with the viewers. The shows air throughout the
month and can be seen Sundays at 5:00 p.m., Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Fridays at 5:00 p.m.
BRADDOCK BUDGET
COMMITTEE WILL
HOLD FIRST MEETING
On May 5, a group of residents
who attended Supervisor Cook’s
Citizen Governance Conference
agreed to participate in the
formation of a Braddock District
Budget Committee. The purpose
of this group is to become
educated on the Fairfax County
Budget and to advise Supervisor
Cook. The Budget Committee
will hold their first meeting
on Wednesday, June 27 at 7:00
p.m. in Braddock Hall in the
Kings Park Library.
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BRADDOCK BEACON
Supervisor Cook in the Community
On May 2 , Supervisor Cook was a guest panelist and speaker
at the Annandale/Springfield Shepherd Center Adventures in
Learning series which was held at Calvin Presbyterian Church
in Annandale. The focus topics were Transportation and the Environment.
nd
On May 4th, Supervisor Cook attended the Senior Recognition
Ceremony which was hosted by the Fairfax County Department
of Neighborhood and Community Services and the Senior Citizens Council. Later that evening, he addressed members of the
Little Run Civic Association at their annual meeting.
On May 5th, Supervisor Cook hosted his Citizen Governance
Conference at the Junior Achievement Finance Park on the
Frost Middle School Campus. The event was very successful and
served as the springboard for citizen involvement committees
which will help advise Supervisor Cook in the future.
On May 9th, Supervisor Cook was honored to be invited to take
part in a ceremony honoring Fairfax County graduating Seniors
who are enlisting in the military. The event was sponsored by
Our Community Salutes of Northern Virginia and recognized
over 90 young men and women. Afterwards, he went to the
monthly Braddock District Council Meeting which was held at
the Kings Park Shopping Center Community Room.
On May 10th, Supervisor
Cook attended a breakfast
at the Waterford Fair Oaks
which was put on to benefit
Facets.
On May 15th, along with
his colleagues on the Board
of Supervisors, Supervisor
Cook attended a solemn
ceremony at the Massey
Building to honor those first
responders of Fairfax County who have given their lives
in the course of duty.
On May 19th, Supervisor Cook attended the opening of the Korean Bell Garden at Meadowlark Gardens in Vienna. This is the first
such Bell Garden on the East Coast and is quite impressive. Afterwards he stopped by the Ravensworth/Bristow Civic Association
Block Party and the St. George’s United Methodist Church Pig
Pull, a barbeque event hosted by the men of the church.
On May 22nd, after the regular Board Meeting, Supervisor Cook
attended the Northern Virginia Training Center’s Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on the NVTC Campus.
On May 23rd, Supervisor Cook joined the Seniors of Kings Park
at Hunan East for their annual Seniors Luncheon. Later on, he attended the Northern Virginia Technology Association ‘s 25th Anniversary Celebration and then came back to Braddock Hall to
address members of the Southport HOA at their Annual Meeting.
On May 24th, Supervisor Cook was a guest speaker at the Fairfax
County Small Business Forum held at George Mason University.
He gave opening remarks and then introduced Dr. Gerry Gordon,
President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development
Authority. Later that day, he went over to the Government Center
to tape two shows for his Braddock Neighborhood News program.
On May 28th, Supervisor Cook took part in two solemn Memorial
Day Ceremonies.The first, held at the Old Court House in Fairfax,
was hosted by American Legion Post 177 and VFW Post 8469 and
featured a reading of the names of all the Fairfax Veterans who lost
their lives during combat from World War I up through the present. The other ceremony was held on the grounds of the Burke
Centre Conservancy and was put on by members of the Burke
VFW Post 5412.
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report a streetlight outage
Streetlights in Fairfax County are maintained by either Dominion Virginia Power
or Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC). The Virginia Department of
Transportation (VDOT) operates the streetlights along interstates and at major interchanges.
To report a streetlight outage to Dominion Virginia Power, call 1-866-DOM-HELP
(366-4357), TTY 711. Dominion Virginia Power uses a coding system when responding to repair orders that cannot be resolved on the first visit. If further work is
required to correct the problem, a color-coded tag is wrapped around the light post:
blue (overhead repair is required), green (underground repair is necessary) and yellow (underground cable is damaged and needs repair).
To report a streetlight outage to NOVEC, report the outage online or call 1-888335-0500, TTY 711.
To report a streetlight outage at major interchanges or a traffic light problem,
call VDOT at 1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-3677623), TTY 711.
When reporting an outage, you will need
to have the location of the pole and the
pole number. To assist you in locating the number, a map of streetlights is available through My
Neighborhood.
If you need additional information or assistance,
please contact the Capital Facilities Planning and
Design Division, 703-324-5800, TTY 711.
NEW AND IMPORVED 511 VIRGINIA TRAFFIC
INFORMATION SYSTEM
The Virginia Department of Transportation launched the next generation of 511
traffic information. Motorists can download a free mobile app that will give
them real-time traffic information, visit the new 511 website with live streaming
video of traffic conditions or call the improved 511 phone system.
The new system includes several features and enhancements, all accessed via
www.511virginia.org:
•Mobile apps for Android and iPhone featuring real-time traffic cameras, travel
times, electronic message signs and traffic maps
•New and improved 511 phone service with a better voice recognition system
•Website showing incidents, construction zones, electronic message signs, travel times and traffic cameras
•The majority of traffic cameras stream video at 15 frames per second, providing sharp and clear images
•Reach the Beach information that shows the fastest routes to the Virginia Beach
Oceanfront and the Outer Banks Expressway
Since its inception in 2002, 511 Virginia has received more than 11 million calls
and 8 million website visits. The 511 Virginia service typically receives 200,000
calls each month. The system can be accessed by calling 511 from any land line
or cell phone in Virginia or visiting www.511Virginia.org.
BRADDOCK BEACON
VDOt takes public
comment on proposed
ez pass fee
The Virginia Department of Transportation has
recently notified Fairfax County that it is considering charging a $1 monthly administrative fee
for the use of E-ZPass transponders, including
the new Flex Transponders that will be used on
the 495 Express Lanes.
There are currently 560,000 Virginia E-ZPass
accounts with 900,000 transponders in service. VDOT forecasts the need for an additional 220,000 standard transponders and over
200,000 Flex transponders. In addition to the
Express Lanes, toll collection is scheduled to begin shortly for the Downtown Tunnel/Midtown
Tunnel/MLK Extension Roads and the Jordan
Bridge in Hampton Roads. Tolls will be collected
electronically by charging E-ZPass accounts.The
proposed monthly fee would cover costs for:
• Buying nearly one-half million transponders;
• Implementing a retail program where transponders can be obtained at various stores in
Northern Virginia and eventually Hampton
Roads;
• Providing service at select DMV locations;
• Upgrading information technology to accommodate the expanded program;
• Account management and processing of toll
transactions (managing billing of all transactions); and
• Customer service and the operations of
three customer service centers.
Citizens can go to www.virginiadot.org/ezpass for information on the proposed monthly
fee increase and provide their comments online.
They can also submit their comments directly to
[email protected]. VDOT expects to
have a final decision by the end of the month.
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BRADDOCK BEACON
JUNE COMMUNITY EVENTS in braddock district
READ FOR FUN:
LIBRARY’S SUMMER
Leadership Fairfax is bringing its expertise READING PROGRAM
Lifetime leadership
program
to a new segment of the population: men
and women who have retired from full time
professional work. This new program,
called the Lifetime Leadership Program
(LLP), is based on the belief that retirees can
offer a wealth of experience, leadership and
vitality to the community while enriching
their own lives.
With a lifetime
of accumulated
skills and experiences, the fall
class members
of the new Lifetime Leadership Program
(LLP) will be inspired and connected to
make a difference in the community.
LLP is a partnership between Leadership
Fairfax and Volunteer Fairfax, and includes
programs presented by George Mason University and the Positive Aging Coalition.
Participants will enjoy new social and community connections while learning more
about Fairfax County and its needs and converting a wealth of knowledge into meaningful roles.
The five program days are spread over a
two and a half month period, beginning
Wednesday, September 19. Applications are
available online at www.LeadershipFairfax.
org and can also be requested by calling
703-752-7504.
University Community
Forum
Thursday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at
Fairfax City Hall is the date and time
for the next Univeristy Community Forum. The purpose of the Forum is to share
and discuss information of interest to all
the communities in the area of George Mason University.
It’s an opportunity to ask questions and
share concerns. It’s not just about what the
University does that affects the surrounding community. It’s also about what our
communities can do with Mason to make
the whole area a better place to live.
The Fairfax County Public Library invites kids to participate in the 2012 Summer Reading Program. Held in cooperation with Fairfax County Public Schools,
the Reading Program will run from June
15 to September 1. To participate you may
register online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/
library or visit a branch beginning June 15.
Preschoolers through sixth graders read 15
books (kids can have books read to them),
and those in grades 7-12 read eight books.
Those who finish reading the required
number of books by Sept. 1 will receive a
coupon book with a variety of prizes and
discounts, including free ice cream, pizza,
bowling, laser adventures, admission to
water parks, admission to some Fairfax
County Park Authority facilities including
RECenters, nature centers and miniature
golf, as well as craft supplies, a free doughnut and other discounts.
free Home repair for
seniors
Fairfax County provides minor home repairs to eligible low and moderate income
elderly homeowners as well as accessibility
modifications for homeowners with disabilities. The benefit includes labor and up
to $500 in materials to complete necessary
repairs or maintenance. Eligible residents
must be home owners 62 or older or have
a disability, or have a family member with
a disability. Eligibility is also based on income requirements. Repairs generally fall
in the following categories:
•Interior and exterior painting
•Minor electrical repair and replacement
•Window and door repair
•Minor plumbing repair and replacement
•Screen replacement for windows /doors
•Gutter
•Installation of grab bars, railings and other accessibility devices to assist the elderly
and disabled.
Find out more about this program: http://
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/rha/seniorhousing/hrep.htm .
SUMMER BOAT CRUISES AT
LAKE ACCOTINK
Soak up the sunset as you cruise the beautiful shoreline of Lake Accotink from 7:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m.You may spot a heron settling in for the night or a deer coming down
to water’s edge for a late drink. Sit back and
listen while your tour guide shares interesting facts about local wildlife and some of
the fascinating history of the park. Keep an
eye out for the park’s resident eagles. Beverages are served on board. The cost is $6 per
person. Participants must be at least age 13.
To make a reservation, call 703-569-0285.
Summer camps for kids
Through SACC’s 24 Variety Camps and
two Focus Camps, Camp Discovery offers
options that appeal to the artist, performer
and athlete in every child. SACC’s experienced and dynamic teachers are dedicated
to guiding children through adventures
designed to develop their talents, enhance
their skills, and nurture their creativity.
Outdoor play, special events, swimming
and field trips will make this a summer to
remember.
SACC
programs are from
7:15 a.m. until
6:15 p.m. and
are for kindergarten to sixth
grade age children.To enroll your child,
please call SACC Registration at 703-4498989, TTY 711 between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30
p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. If you would like additional details
please go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.
gov/ofc/SACCSummer.htm.
Session 1 July 2 - 6 (closed July 4)
Session 2 July 9 - 13 Session 3 July 16 - 20 Session 4 July 23 - 27 Session 5 July 30 - August 3
Session 6 August 6 - 10
Session 7 August 13 - 17
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BRADDOCK DISTRICT LAND USE UPDATES
Cardinal Forest Shopping Center/TD Bank SE 2011-BR-016/PRC-A-787-02.
A Category 5 Special Exception and a revision to a Planned Residential Community for
Cardinal Forest Plaza, 8316-8332 Old Keene Mill Road was the subject of a hearing
before the Planning Commission on May 3. On May 30, the Planning Commission voted
unanimously to recommend to the Board of Supervisors that it approve this application.
It is currently scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of Supervisors on July 10.
Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters PCA 86-W-001-12 & FDPA86-W-001-07. Planning staff continues its review of the proposal from its own Capital
Facilities staff to construct an eight story 275,000 square foot structure adjacent to
the Herrity Building. The 18,000 square foot Data Center has been dropped from the
proposal. A Value Engineering analysis has also been completed and the building is to be a
LEEDs Silver Certified structure. Currently under review are proposals for trail connections, rain gardens, screening of the garage, green roofs, wayfinding and landscaping. A
hearing before the Planning Commission is currently scheduled for July 19 and a hearing
before the Board of Supervisors is tentatively scheduled for July 31.
Inova PACE program at Braddock Glen. PCA 87-A-011-2/PCA 89-A-001.2 This
application, as noted previously, will modify an existing lease to increase the number of
seniors who may be served at one time at Braddock Glen from 50 to 60 participants.
PACE is an acronym for Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly. The public hearing scheduled for June 28 has been delayed as Inova attempts to resolve some necessary
affidavit issues.
Terra Centre Elementary School (PRC-C-546-2). The Planning Commission has
unanimously recommended approval of FCPS plans to enlarge the school to add a library,
kindergarten, a lobby and classrooms. The renovation would also expand the kiss and ride
area and modify the play areas. A hearing before the Board of Supervisors is now scheduled for July 10. At a meeting held by Supervisor Cook with FCPS elected officials and
staff, a decision to retain a development condition requiring placement of a flashing winko-matic signal during school arrival and departure times was made. Placement of this
signal was recommended by the Burke Centre Parkway Pedestrian and Motorist Safety
Task Force.
University Mall Comprehensive Sign Plan. (SEA 87-A-086-03) A key component
of the Mall Renovation is a comprehensive sign package including freestanding signs,
directory and wayfinding signs, theatre marquees, awnings and tenant signs. Staff is now
reviewing the submittal, which will examine square footage, compatibility with approved
architecture and illumination.
night-time work to be done on Little River
turnpike
There will be mill and resurfacing work conducted on Little River Turnpike from June
until August:
5/15 to 6/30 Little River Turnpike East/Westbound from Hummer Road/Heritage
Drive to Oasis Drive
6/23 to 7/7 Little River Turnpike Eastbound from Fairfax City Line to Guinea Road
6/29 to 7/14 Little River Turnpike Westbound from Pickett Road to Ridgelea Drive
7/9 to 8/ 10 Little River Turnpike East/Westbound from Woodburn Road to I-495
There will be night-time milling and resurfacing to the above referenced roadways. Work
on the project is authorized between the hours of 9:00 p.m. through 7:00 a.m. the following day. If weekend work is authorized by VDOT, work will be allowed prior to 9:00 a.m.
or after 9:00 p.m. on Sundays or Federal Holidays.
Residents of the areas surrounding the project should have been contacted and advised
of the work that will be done and given the contact information at the job site should any
noise problems or questions arise.
BRADDOCK BEACON
PARKING PERMIT INFORMATION LINE LAUNCHED
The Residential Permit Parking District
(RPPD) program introduced the new
RPPD Information Line (703-877-5877) in
the beginning of June. The Information Line
was established to provide residents with 24
hour pre-recorded information about the
RPPD program with an emphasis on the
parking permit aspect. The vast majority of
residents are applying for their permits online and a large number are doing so after
the office closes.
Although the web page http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fcdot/rppd.htm provides
quite a bit of information, in addition to the
online application and various exception
applications, the RPPD Information Line
provides another way to convey what documents to have at hand when applying for a
permit regardless of whether the resident
had access to the online information.
This new RPPD Information Line (RIL)
number is now also posted at the bottom of
all of the RPPD web pages as an additional
way to contact staff as there is an option to
leave a recorded message for a call back.
PAVING OF PARKWAY
AHEAD OF SCHEDULE
Milling and paving of the section of Fairfax County Parkway between Route 29
and Popes Head Road will begin June 8,
approximately 10 days ahead of VDOT’s
originally projected schedule. Because of
the good weather conditions this spring,
the work along the Parkway has progressed
quickly, and the contractor is now ahead of
schedule. Work will take place 7 p.m. Sunday to 6 a.m. Monday, and 8 p.m. – 6 a.m.,
Monday through Thursday. Generally there
will be no work on the weekend, and you
can expect day/night noise on the section
for approximately two weeks.
For more updates and information VDOT
has a page on their website with links to the
presentation they gave and the projected
timeline of work at http://www.virginiadot.org/projects/northernvirginia/fairfax_county_parkway_repaving.asp. You can
also contact VDOT with any questions at
[email protected].
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braddock district environmental updates
THE REBUILD WAREHOUSE IS BACK
Saturday,
Last year in the Beacon, we told you about the ReBuild Warehouse in Springfield. It was a place where discarded building materials —
doors, windows, sinks, flooring — could be recycled rather than trashed. It is a place where residents could take weekly workshops on
how to remake their homes and communities into green, sustainable spaces. The warehouse lost its lease last November, but has now
found a new site in the Fullerton Road Industrial Park near the mixing bowl. ReBuild takes in materials from house deconstruction projects and offers them for sale to the public at prices well below
what you would pay for new products. In addition to keeping perfectly usable materials out of the
landfill, ReBuild also trains workers for green collar jobs and presents workshops on sustainability to
the general public. The new space is expected to open by appointment starting June 1st. To make an
appointment, please call 703-280-1719. Volunteers are also sought to staff the warehouse, extending
the warehouse. For more information on ReBuild visit: http://www.rebuildwarehouse.org
Pre-Made Rain Barrel Distribution Event
Saturday June 16
Time:1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Falls Church Property Yard, 7100 Gordon Rd, Falls Church
A rain barrel sits at the end of your downspout and captures rainwater that can be reused on your
property rather than flushed through our storm drains and into our streams. For $65, you will receive
a completely assembled rain barrel made from a recycled pickle container. Rain barrels must be ordered in advance and must be picked up during the distribution event. Please order yours at: http://
www.arlingtonenvironment.org/barrel.php
Watershed Friendly Garden Tour
Get inspired to create an environmentally-friendly landscape at your home, school, or business Sunday, June 10 from 1:00 until 5:00
p.m. Visit gardens throughout Fairfax County that feature vegetated roofs, rain barrels, backyard wildlife habitat, composting, native
plant species and more. Local residents open their gardens and share their experiences landscaping with our water resources in mind.
Please enjoy each garden at your own pace. Visit as many or as few as you like. Gardens are
grouped for ease of viewing. No RSVP is required. This event is co-sponsored by the Northern
Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District and the Fairfax Chapter of the Virginia Master
Naturalists. For site descriptions, maps and directions go to the following site: http://www.
fairfaxcounty.gov/nvswcd/gardentour.htm
Each of the site hosts will be distributing copies of Resources for Watershed Friendly Gardeners which can also be downloaded on the Conservation District’s website.
The 2012 Watershed Friendly Garden Tour features fewer sites closer together than in previous
years, so that visitors can get to and spend time at all the sites and minimize driving time from
one site to the next. One location in Braddock District is the Gesher School on Mattie Moore Court off Shirley Gate Road. If you own
or know of a watershed-friendly garden you would like to nominate for the next tour, please submit the online form at https://www.
fairfaxcounty.gov/contact/MailForm.aspx?agId=889.
Beltway Reforestation Plan Released
On May 17, VDOT and its partner, Fluor Lane, released a draft plan for replanting and reforesting the right-of way along the Capital
Beltway impacted by the multiyear project for the construction of what are now called the 495 Express Lanes. These lanes are scheduled to open to traffic in December.
Approximately $5 million was set aside by the Virginia General Assembly to replant
grasses, shrubs and trees in specific locations on both the east and west sides of the
Beltway along the entire 14 mile and in the locations that have now been developed as
stormwater detention facilities. A link to the draft plan can be accessed at this location:
http://www.vamegaprojects.com/about-megaprojects/i495-hot-lanes/495-expresslanes-corridor-wide-landscapingreforestation-plan/ The draft plan identifies species of
plant and grass materials that will be used. Comments are due to VDOT by June 22, and
can be emailed to [email protected] Once all comments are received, a final
corridor-wide landscaping plan will be made available online. The finalized plan will be
prepared for advertisement later this year with plantings occurring in spring, 2013.
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FAIRFAX COUNTY PARK AUTHORITY PRESENTS
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2012 SUMMER CONCERTS
Friday Evenings, 7:30 p.m. at Royal Lake, Lake Accotink Park
Performances are FREE. Concerts are cancelled if it’s raining.
If there is a threat of bad weather, call 703.324.SHOW (7469)
one hour prior to the start of the show for cancellation updates.
These parks are not lighted. For a safe exit after dark, please bring a flashlight.
Go to www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/performances for further information.
LAKE ACCOTINK PARK
ROYAL LAKE PARK
7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield 22152
5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax 22032
Friday Evenings • 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday Evenings • 7:30-8:30 p.m.
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The United States Army
Band “Blues Jazz
Ensemble” (Jazz)
Folsom Prisoners
(Classic Country)
Radio King Orchestra
(Big Band)
The Winstons (Motown)
Falls Church Concert Band
(Big Band)
The United States Air Force
Band “Strolling Strings”
(String Ensemble)
Project Natale (Jazz)
The Fairfax Symphony
Orchestra’s Brass
Quintet (Classic)
Johnny Cash Tribute Band,
Jed Duvall (Country)
Andrew Acosta String Band
(Bluegrass)
Swing Shift (Swing)
City of Fairfax Band
“Alte Kameraden German
Band” (German)
JUNE 15
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29
Night Music (Rock)
Esencia Tropical (Salsa)
Cheryl Wheeler (Folk)
JULY
Rick Franklin & His Delta
Blues Boys (Blues)
Honor By August
(Rock/Pop)
The Hot Seats (Bluegrass)
The Logan Kraft Band
(Pop/Rock)
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13
20
27
AUGUST
3
10
17
24
31
Junkyard Saints
(New Orleans/Blues)
Veronneau (Jazz)
Bachata-VIP (Bachata)
The Grandsons
(Rockabilly)
Janine Wilson Band
(Roots/Rock)
This series of free musical performances held
throughout the summer presents a wide array of
performances from classical to bluegrass and everything in between. The atmosphere is informal and
you’re encouraged to bring a picnic dinner, blankets
and lawn chairs and relax with friends and family
to celebrate the end of the workweek. Volunteers
are always welcome! If you have an interest in music
or just enjoy being with people, we’d love to have
your help. For more information, please contact my
office at 703-425-9300. I look forward to seeing you
this summer.
John C. Cook
Braddock District Supervisor
BECOME A “FRIEND OF BRADDOCK NIGHTS”
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Braddock Nights Concert Series:
Corporate StarS
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Presenting ($4,000 plus)
Premier ($2,000-3,999)
Shining ($1,000-1,999)
Media Supporter
(call for details)
Community StarS
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Community ($100-$999)
Family ($50)
Individual ($25)
Student ($5)
(Please be our Presenting STAR)
Honor By August
p For accommodations,
The United States
Air Force Band
“Strolling Strings”
Welcome to our summer 2012 season!
call Inclusion and ADA
Support at 703-324-8563.
TTY 703-803-3354
Your contribution to the Fairfax County Park Foundation for
Braddock Nights is tax deductible.
Enclosed is my check for $ ___________________ .
Name: ___________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________
Telephone: _______________________________________
Email: ___________________________________________
Braddock Nights is made possible through the efforts of The Braddock District Supervisor,
Friends of Braddock Nights, and the generous support of:
Please make donations payable to:
Fairfax County Park Foundation - Braddock Nights
Mail to: Fairfax County Park Foundation
12055 Government Center Pkwy, Suite 404
Fairfax, VA 22035
ENSURE FUNDING FOR BRADDOCK NIGHTS