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Area Association Members Address NOVA Delegation to the General Assembly

On Saturday morning, January 10, 2026, the Fairfax County Delegation to the Virginia General Assembly convened its annual Pre-Session Public Hearing, with Delegate Vivian Watts serving as chair. Over seventy residents of Fairfax County, including Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay and Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez—who also chairs the Board’s Legislative Committee—attended and addressed a diverse array of legislative issues.

Representatives from the No Fairfax Casino Coalition spoke on behalf of their respective organizations, articulating comprehensive objections to the proposed Tysons Casino legislation. In addition to voicing opposition to casino development, Jennifer Falcone, Secretary of Citizens For Great Falls, highlighted topics emphasizing the need to preserve local authority over zoning matters and encouraged the General Assembly Delegation to enhance public safety through expanded speed enforcement technology.

This excerpt includes testimony provided by:

·      Lynne Mulston, President, Reston Citizens Association

·      Charles Anderson, Vienna Town Council and No Fairfax Casino Coalition

·      Jennifer Falcone, Secretary, Citizens for Great Falls

·      Paula Martino, President, Tysons Stakeholders Alliance

·      Sally Horn, Greater Tysons Citizens Coalition

·      Travis Johnson, Board President, Reston Association

 

CFGF Issues 2026 Legislative Scorecard and Priorities

 

Citizens For Great Falls published its 2026 legislative priorities in advance of the 2026 Virginia Legislative Session "Pre-filing period," which began on Monday, Nov.17. The scorecard outlines the organization's list of topic areas it urges the General Assembly to consider. It was also submitted to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, which took up its own legislative program at its regular meeting on Nov. 18.

 

The complete CFGF Legislative Scorecard and Priorities document may be viewed here: CFGF Legislative Scorecard and Priorities 2026

CFGF Comments on the Latest School Boundary Policy Change Process. 
Read the White Paper at: CFGF White Paper on School Boundary Policy Changes- Call For Action, Jan 15, 2026

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School Board Meets To Consider Revised Policy 8130

Peter Falcone | Published on 7/17/2025
Agenda Item Details
Meeting
Jul 17, 2025 - Regular Meeting
Category
Action Items - 8:10 p.m.
Subject
Revision to Policy 8130 Regarding Phasing
Type
Action
Recommended Action
That the School Board adopt the revised Policy 8130, as detailed in the item on BoardDocs. 

Subject: Revision to Policy 8130

 

Staff Contact: Christina Setlow, Clerk to the School Board

Other Staff Present:  Janet Brown, Deputy Clerk to the School Board; Kevin Jackson, Deputy Clerk to the School Board

  

Meeting Category: July 17, 2025 - Action

 

Summary/Background (Key Points): 

 

Revised Language for Policy 8130 Regarding Phasing: 

 

VII. PHASING OF ADJUSTMENTS 

 

When possible, Adjustments under this policy shall be implemented through attrition and phasing. These allowances shall not be applicable in the opening of a new school, or in the closing of an existing school.

 

Elementary Schools:  When a boundary adjustment occurs at the elementary school level, attendance in the new school boundary shall be mandatory for   rising K-3 students in schools with a K-5 grade configuration; and for  rising K-4 students in schools with a K-6 grade level configuration.   Currently enrolled students in grades 4-5  in schools with a K-5 configuration, and in grades 5-6 in schools with a K-6 configuration shall be given the option to remain at the school or attend the school in the new boundary. .

 

Middle Schools: When a boundary adjustment occurs at the middle school level, attendance in the new school boundary shall be mandatory for incoming 6th grade students in schools with a 6-8 grade configuration and for incoming 7th grade students in schools with a 7-8 grade level configuration. Currently enrolled students shall be given the option to remain at the school or attend the school in the new boundary.  

 
High Schools: When a boundary adjustment occurs at the high school level, attendance in the new school boundary shall be mandatory for incoming 9th grade students.  Rising 10-12 graders shall be given the option to remain at their current school or attend the school in the new boundary.  

 

Secondary Schools: When a boundary adjustment occurs at the secondary school level, attendance in the new school boundary shall be mandatory for incoming 7th grade students. Rising 8-12 graders shall be given the option to remain at their current school or attend the school in the new boundary.  

 

The School Board may approve a grade-by-grade phase-in of adjustments for students beginning with the incoming class at the middle or high school levels, when feasible. 

 

The School Board may adopt other phasing plans as appropriate to the individual boundary study.

 

Recommendation: That the School Board adopt the revised Policy 8130, as detailed in the item on BoardDocs. 

 

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