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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 Submits Comments on Policy Plan Amendment

In follow-up action, CFGF President John Halacy submitted comments to the Board of Supervisors on the Policy Plan Amendment to the County-wide Comprehensive Plan in advance of its consideration during a public hearing on the Amendment on Nov. 18.


The Policy Plan outlines the goals, policies, and objectives set by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors regarding various aspects of community planning, including:

  • Land Use: Strategies for sustainably managing growth and development.
  • Transportation: Policies to enhance mobility and connectivity within the county.
  • Housing: Guidelines to ensure diverse and affordable housing options.
  • Environment: Initiatives aimed at protecting natural resources and promoting sustainability


Read the CFGF's comments here: CFGF Comments for BOS re Policy Plan Amendment to Comprehensive Plan


HomeAbout CFGF

CITIZENS FOR GREAT FALLS (CFGF)

Great Falls now has a new non-profit, non-partisan, membership-driven community organization formed by residents who believe that a strong voice is needed to represent the views and interests of the community especially in matters affecting school boundaries, land development and zoning regulation, protections for the fragile environment associated with the Potomac Watershed, and transportation policies and operations that impact our community’s quality of life.

 

Incorporated on June 6 and registered with the IRS as a 501 (c)(4) organization, Citizens For Great Falls is an advocacy group operated primarily for the conduct of activities that benefit the community as a whole, fostering "civic betterment and social improvements". 

 

The efforts to launch CFGF began with discussions and a recognition of the need for:

Greater community participation;

Broader inclusion of interested residents in decision-making,

Stronger advocacy,

Fair representation; and

Building awareness of the ever-expanding range of critical issues impacting the community.

 

CFGF is supported by dues and donations and relies entirely on the dedication of its volunteer members.

 

Citizens for Great Falls is a non-stock, nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and was incorporated in May 2025. The organization's Notice of Intent to Operate under Section 501(c)4 of the IRS Code was submitted on June 6, 2025.

 

Board of Directors and Organizational Leadership

President - John Halacy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Vice President - Manuel (Manny) Dacoba

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Secretary - Jennifer Falcone

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Treasurer – Vacant

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Director – Maria Dacoba

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Director – Peter Falcone

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Director – Domenica Lopez

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Director – Jacqueline Malkes

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Director – Lindene Patton