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Construction continues on the Metro station at Loudoun Station in Ashburn on a rainy day.

Silver Line Schedule Thrown in Doubt Again BY RENSS GREENE Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority officials overseeing the project to extend Metro’s Silver Line into Loudoun have dismissed contractors’ completion schedules as “unrealistic” and lacking credibility, casting doubt on an already-delayed mid-2020 forecasted opening date. The airports authority is overseeing construction of phase two of the Silver Line extension—in other words, the extension of the Silver Line from Fairfax, through Dulles Airport and into Ashburn. According to the September monthly

progress report, Capital Rail Constructors—the consortium of contractors working on the project—submitted a schedule report in September that included “misleading and incorrect logic, violations of the contract schedule specification, and unrealistic assumptions, and therefore it lacks forecasting credibility.” CRC’s subsequent submission in October did not address the changes the Airports Authority required, and conflicted with CRC’s own internal schedules, according to the authority. The contractor currently forecasts finishing work in June 2020 and achieving operational readiness after two months of testing. The authority also rejected Hensel

Phelps Construction Company’s forecasted schedule for work on the rail yard at Dulles Airport, citing conflict with the contract, inaccurate forecasting, and missing activities for the work. Loudoun County Supervisor Ron A. Meyer Jr. (R-Broad Run) told his colleagues at their Oct. 17 meeting that at a recent Northern Virginia Transportation Authority Meeting, there did not seem to be much middle ground. “The Metro report … was a little bit—I wouldn’t say shocking, but it was a little bit eye-opening for me,” Meyer said. And he said the friction between Metro and the Airports Authority over problems with Silver Line construction “are rather

substantial and escalated at this point.” “Metro’s perspective seems relatively hardened, that they won’t accept anything but totally redoing what has been wronged,” Meyer said. But that, he pointed out, could potentially mean years of delay. “We need to be thinking a little bit more pragmatically, obviously demanding that the contractor right the wrongs, but at the same time not taking an absolutist position that we’re not willing to negotiate at all,” Meyer said. But Supervisor Matthew F. Letourneau SCHEDULE >> 54

Big Ballots, Big Turnout Expected Tuesday: Know How to Vote BY RENSS GREENE Loudouners going to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 5 could be facing an unusually large crowd—and will be facing an unusually long ballot, according to Loudoun County Registrar Judy Brown. Already, absentee voting is about

double where it was in the last local election in 2015, she said. That year, Loudoun issued 4,923 absentee ballots by mail and in person, with 4,111 used to vote. Others were never returned or were taken in person to a polling place on election day and replaced with a ballot. This year, the county has issued

about 7,400 absentee ballots so far. And with a week to go until the election, she said the registrar’s office is getting busy. “We had 238 people in the office yesterday [Monday], which is the most we’ve had in any one day,” Brown said. “It was actually higher than what we

had on Saturday, so things are starting to pick up. We’re prepared for at least a 50 percent turnout, although we kind of don’t expect that that’s what we’re going to see.” But the biggest backup, she said, ELECTION >> 54

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Christian Alberto Sierra was killed in 2014 at age 17.

his parents didn’t take the news of him coming out as bi-sexual well. When Sierra ran away from the house, Hood and two other officers were dispatched to the scene after a 2:14 p.m. 911 call from Mingo. Plofchan said the dispatchers “very specifically” clarified to the officers that the call was suicide-prevention related. When Hood arrived on the scene, Mingo said Hood got out of his car a few townhomes away from where Sierra was sitting on the ground, drew his gun and pointed it at Sierra, who then began walking toward Hood. Mingo said Sierra took only a few steps before Hood fired “four shots in quick succession” into Sierra—three in

More than 340 members and fans of Loudoun’s wine community gathered to celebrate the best of the past year in the biggest wine industry in Virginia last Friday night at Lansdowne Resort. Loudoun now grows more acres of grapes than any other county in Virginia. Over the past year, according to Loudoun Wineries Association Chairwoman Aimee Henkle, also the co-owner of Lost Creek Winery, Loudoun’s wineries brought in more than half a million visitors and more than $25 million. And according to sommelier and chief judge Neal Wavra, when this year’s competitors were benchmarked against other wines from around the world, it became clear: “There are world-class wines being produced in Loudoun County.” It was also an occasion to celebrate the work of the Loudoun Wineries Association’s charitable nonprofit, Harvest Kindness. Wineries association board member Corinne Sweeney, also the co-owner of the Wine Reserve at Waterford, explained the idea got its start in October 2018 when Kathy Dolezal of the Wine Reserve worked with Jan Mathov. Mathov was partially paralyzed after an accident in July 2014. While trimming a low branch off a tree in her 3-acre vineyard, the branch hit her ladder and knocked her to the ground,

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October One Vineyards owner and winegrower Bob Rupy accepts the Chairman’s Grand Award for his 2018 Viognier.

breaking her vertebrae and leaving her an incomplete quadriplegic. After months of rehab, she was able to return to work, borrowing a friend’s track chair to get into her vineyard. “Kathy thought, wouldn’t it be great if we could come together as a community and help raise the money so that Jan could have her very own track chair?” Sweeney said.

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The winery community came together, raising $20,000 for a new chair and putting Mathov back in her vineyard in time for this year’s harvest. “We decided that this would be a wonderful opportunity, and it was called Harvest Kindness, and the Loudoun Wineries Association decided to take it and run with it,” Sweeney said. “So we’ve now created a nonprofit called Harvest Kindness, with the intention that we come together as winery community and we raise money for those in need in our local winegrowing agricultural community.” Donations can be made to Harvest Kindness at loudounwine.org/donate. This year, the best-in-show Chairman’s Grand Award went to October One Vinyards’ 2018 Viognier, which also won in the Viognier category. Wavra said it was the strongest category of the competition’s nine. “We are happy to be part of this community and very honored to be recognized, and congratulations to all those recognized tonight,” said October One Vineyards owner winegrower Bob Rupy. “And I really want to say, you’re part of the fiber of Loudoun County.” The dinner event also put the spotlight on three remarkable individuals in Loudoun’s wine business. The Wine Ambassador of the year is Sarah Walsh, co-founder of Walsh WINE AWARDS >> 55

INDEX Loudoun Gov........................... 4 Leesburg................................. 8 Education.............................. 12 Public Safety......................... 16 Nonprofit............................... 20 Biz........................................ 22 Our Towns............................. 24 LoCo Living........................... 28 Get Out Loudoun................... 30 Public and Legal Notices....... 33 Obituaries............................. 47 Now Hiring Loudoun............... 48 Resource Directory................ 49 Opinion................................. 52

Five years ago, a Purcellville Police officer shot and killed a teen with a history of mental illness who was wielding a knife and threatening suicide. This week, a nine-person jury is hearing evidence and witness testimony to determine whether that officer was justified in his actions. The 17-year-old Purcellville resident, Christian Alberto Sierra, was shot and killed by former town police officer Timothy Hood in May 2014. The wrongful death lawsuit filed by Sierra’s parents seeks $10.24 million in damages and $1 million in punitive damages from the Town of Purcellville. The court case opened Tuesday morning and is scheduled to wrap up by the end of the day on Monday. Under instruction of retired Circuit Court Judge James Howe Brown, Jr., the jury will need to unanimously determine whether Hood acted as he was instructed or threw caution to the wind in a brief moment of neglect. On May 24, 2014, Sierra, then a junior at Loudoun Valley High School, locked himself in the bathroom of his friend Jared Mingo’s house on Frazer Drive. According to Mingo’s testimony, Sierra began stabbing himself in the neck with a 3-inch paring knife after Mingo pried him from the bathroom. Sierra then ran out of the house and down the street with Mingo chasing after him, attempting to take the knife away. According to Thomas Plofchan, the Westlake Legal Group manager and attorney representing the Sierra family, Sierra was upset about his life because

his chest and one in his shoulder. At 2:19 p.m., medical teams attempted to revive Sierra, but eventually pronounced him dead on the scene. Plofchan said Sierra didn’t die instantly, but remained splayed on the ground bleeding out for about an hour. “I was terrified,” Mingo testified. “I had never seen anyone die in front of me before.” Sierra’s parents, Edwardo and Sandra, subsequently sued Hood, thentown Police Chief Darryl Smith and the Town of Purcellville. In his opening statement, Plofchan argued that Hood abandoned his training, “acted in haste” and displayed an “utter disregard” of caution and prudence and a “reckless disregard” of the consequences of his actions, knowing that they would lead to bodily harm. Plofchan said Hood had recently completed nine months of field training with an experienced officer before the incident and that he had graduated from the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy prior to that. He said that because of his recent training, Hood should have known how to handle the situation—by exhausting all other options before using lethal force. Plofchan said Hood was so focused on getting the knife out of Sierra’s hand that he “had no concern for this mentally-ill boy.” “He got the knife and put a 17-yearold in the ground,” he said. “I guess he prevented the suicide.”

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Supervisors Move Ahead with New Traffic Offense, Despite State Stalls BY RENSS GREENE Loudoun County supervisors and Sheriff Michael Chapman have long sought a lesser option under state law than charging motorists with reckless driving in minor crashes. After inaction by the General Assembly, county supervisors are moving ahead with a new local law on their own. “Right now, our deputies are handcuffed in the sense that they could see a small rear end traffic collision, and they have a choice: either cite the driver with reckless driving, or don’t cite them with anything,” said Board of Supervisors Vice Chairman Ralph M. Buona (R-Ashburn) in September, forecasting his proposal. He led the push to create a new local ordinance. Convicting a driver of reckless driving can come with six points on his or her license, up to a $2,500 fine and even up to a year in jail. There is a lesser charge, improper driving, but that is only available if a judge reduces a reckless driving charge in court. Support for a new state law has so far yielded no results, and a state Attorney General opinion from 1979 holds that localities do not have the power to enact those lesser infractions. Loudoun

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Board of Supersivors Vice Chairman Ralph M. Buona (R-Ashburn) has led the charge to create a new local traffic law less serious than reckless driving to give sheriff’s deputies more options when dealing with minor accidents.

Commonwealth’s Attorney Jim Plowman has also opposed the concept of a local ordinance in the past. “There are eleven other localities that have these ordinances, and the General Assembly has turned their head and

not done a darn thing about those eleven localities having them,” Buona said. “So my view is, well, let’s just be the twelfth locality to have the darn things.” According to Buona’s office, those include mostly other Northern Virginia jurisdictions: Arlington, Fairfax; Prince William, Spotsylvania and Stafford Counties; the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, and Fredericksburg; and the towns of Herndon and Vienna. On Oct. 17, supervisors unanimously approved Buona’s proposal to start the process to adopt two new traffic laws in Loudoun. One is called “operator to give full time and attention to driving” and the other “vehicle to be kept under control.” They would be enforced as traffic infractions with a fine up to $250. “My view is, if Richmond’s not going to fix the problem for us, we’ll take matters into our own hands, and if they want to stop us, they’ll have to tell eleven other jurisdictions that they can’t do what they’ve been doing for the past 50 years,” Buona said. The next step will be to advertise and hold a public hearing on the proposed ordinances. rgreene@loudounnow.com

‘Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown’ Marketing Grants Available Amid Sign Complaints Loudoun’s Economic Development Authority and Department of Economic Development have established the Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown Marketing Fund to help pay for better roadside marketing for farms and rural businesses. County supervisors on Sept. 19 authorized the transfer of $50,000 to the Economic Development Authority for the program, which will make grants of up to $5,000 to eligible businesses for marketing costs, including legislative applications for sign programs or sign permit fees. Grant recipients will be required to attend monthly “Seeds for Success” workshops, which focus on marketing and business best practices and were specifically created for the existing Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown program. For just over a year, the county has been citing rural business owners in western Loudoun for roadside sign violations. Facing fines for having too many or not having the right permits, many have been forced to take their signs down. In most cases the signs had stood for some time, under ordinances which are typically only enforced if a complaint is made. The county began receiving dozens of written complaints in late 2018. Business owners have complained they need the signs to direct customers and stay in business. Both the permitting process and the application

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The 40-square-foot Virts Family Farms sign affixed to the farm market’s barn facing Rt. 9 is 20-square-feet too large under county zoning regulations.

for a Sign Development Plan, through which the Board of Supervisors can allow variations to the county’s sign rules, can come with significant fees. The fee to apply for a Sign Development Plan, which also includes a public hearing process, is currently $5,120—just over the maximum grant available through the Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown Marketing Fund. “Just as farmers need unique tools to grow their crops, they need unique advertising solutions to encourage customers to buy their products,” stated Loudoun’s Economic Development Executive Director Buddy Rizer. “The sale of agricultural products requires unique advertising considerations,

and roadside marketing plays a significant role in attracting customers to ‘Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown’ products.” “The goal of this marketing fund is to provide farmers with every opportunity to succeed,” stated Business Development Officer for Agriculture and Business Services John Magistro. “This helps address a real pain point for our rural business owners while increasing the value of participating in our ‘Loudoun Made, Loudoun Grown’ program.” To qualify for the grant, applicants have to meet several criteria. Among MARKETING GRANTS >> 5

Cold Weather Shelter Opens Nov. 14 The Loudoun County Cold Weather Shelter will open Friday, Nov. 15 for adults in the community who are experiencing a housing crisis resulting in homelessness. The shelter, which provides a warm indoor sleeping environment, will be open 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. seven nights a week. The county will provide free transportation to the shelter with shuttle buses departing nightly at the following times and locations:

Route 1: 6:15 p.m. – Corner of E. Main Street and Ken Culbert Jr. Road in Purcellville. 7 p.m. – Inova Loudoun, 224 Cornwall Street, Leesburg, near the Loudoun County Transit Local Bus Route 56 bus stop. 7:30 p.m. – Douglass Community Center, 405 East Market Street, Leesburg.

Route 2: 7 p.m. – Williams Waters House, 22365 Enterprise Street, Sterling, near the Loudoun County Transit Local Bus Route 82 bus stop. On weekends and holidays, the county will also provide a morning shuttle drop-off from the shelter to each of the stops noted above. The shelter is operated by Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas under a contract with Loudoun County. More information about services available to those experiencing homelessness in Loudoun County may be found at loudoun.gov/CoC or by calling 703-777-0420. The Cold Weather Shelter is located at the Loudoun Homeless Services Center, 19520 Meadowview Court in Leesburg. The shelter will be open through March 31, 2020. A photo ID will be required for admittance to the shelter.

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Owners and short-term residential rentals, such as on Airbnb, have asked supervisors to back off on taxes and regulations as the county continues creating new rules around those rooms. The county already requires shortterm residential rentals to register annually with the county government, part of an ongoing attempt to count, tax and regulate the historically mostly unregulated market. But supervisors launched a second round of work in July when it became apparent that although there are now regulations on those rentals in Loudoun, under Loudoun’s zoning ordinances there is no place where they are allowed. Because Loudoun’s zoning ordinances are complaint-based, no enforcement action is taken unless a complaint is made to the county. Supervisors unanimously voted in July to direct county staff members to write a proposed zoning update, which was expected to regulate things like the maximum number of guests and rooms for rent per home, how often a property may be used for a rental, whether they should be able to hold events like weddings and parties, parking standards, whether owners must live there, and whether and how whole-home rentals would be permitted. The new regulations would also determine where in the county those rentals are permitted by-right or through a special application review process. The proposed ordinance would have limited rentals to 180 days a year at most, with up to 10 guests at once, along with various safety requirements. But county supervisors On Oct. 17 unanimously voted to give county staff members new directions, after further public input made it clear there was even more work to be done. While county officials had talked in terms of renting out individual rooms in a home, they had not discussed renting out a whole house—something that is also already being done, and, according a county report, for which people expressed support for at public meetings hosted by Visit Loudoun in September. And while renting out rooms would be an accessory use to a dwelling, a whole-house commercial rental would be that property’s primary use and a permanent business.

“Thank you for supporting the wholehouse commercial rental and taking that as an area to consider, because that is an area that we have transitioned our company and our family into owning and renting out property,” said Donnie Walker at the Oct. 17 Board of Supervisors meeting. “We found it is a great place to take long term rentals. When we’re looking for another long-term tenant, we use the property as a short-term rental.” But he asked supervisors not to over-regulate. “I want to make sure that this regulation is done in such a way that these businesses can still interact, just like our breweries did or our wineries,” Walker said. “Don’t put too much on the regulation that kind of hurts them.” Reagan Morse said she owns several listings in the Waterford and Lovettsville areas, and said they are a necessity for the area. She said when she worked as an events manager at a winery, “when anybody booked the site, I was like, ‘next thing you do, you have to book a hotel, you’ve got to get those reservations in. We have so many people coming to the county, the hotels, motels book up to so quickly, and a lot of people are looking for the non-cookie-cutter experience.” Owners who rent out a property without registering with the county face a $500 penalty, up to $5,000 total. Violating the registration requirement would also prohibit registration for one or two years, while violating more than three state or local laws and regulations would prohibit registration for one year. According to a presentation from a September meeting on short-term residential rentals, only 120 rentals—a portion of those operating in the county— have registered. In June, Visit Loudoun tallied 430 properties with those shortterm rentals in the county, 377 of which are outside town limits and under the county’s jurisdiction. The businesses are also required to pay the county’s business, professional, and occupational license tax. Those renting out fewer than seven bedrooms and showing less than $4,000 annual gross receipts are exempt. With seven or more bedrooms and up to $200,000 in gross receipts, businesses pay a $30 license fee, and above that, 23 cents per $100 of gross receipts.

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County Chairwoman Phyllis J. Randall (D-At Large) has asked for a review of the county’s recycling program, which leaves some materials left for recycling to wind up in a landfill.

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other recycling streams and makes them uneconomical to recycle. Some residents have also complained about how seldom the county holds household hazardous waste collection events, currently eight times a year. “What people are doing is what they should be doing, is separating their glass from their plastics when they put it in the recycling bins, and then it all gets picked up, but when it goes to the landfills it gets tossed,” Randall said. Supervisors on Oct. 17 unanimously approved her motion directing county staff members to review the county’s recycling program, and estimate the cost to start a glass-only recycling program separate from Loudoun’s other recycling. rgreene@loudounnow.com

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Loudoun County is seeking applicants to serve on the Board of Zoning Appeals. There are two openings for members whose terms would begin in January 2020. The duties of the board include hearing and deciding appeals of administrative decisions made in accordance with the zoning ordinance, applications for variances as authorized by the zoning ordinance, appeals from the decisions of the Loudoun County Zoning Administrator regarding interpretation of the zoning map where there is uncertainty as to the location of a zoning district boundary, and applications for special exceptions when buildings or structures have inadvertently encroached into a setback. The board has five members and two alternates who are appointed by the chief judge of the Loudoun County Circuit Court for staggered terms of five years. Board members must be residents of Loudoun County. The board meets approximately once a month for a public hearing. The deadline to apply for a seat on the Board of Zoning appeals is Nov. 30. More information, including a link to the online application form, is available at loudoun.gov/bza.

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The Rowdy Ace Band plays on the outdoor stage at MacDowell Brew Kitchen in June. One neighbor has called the town nine times to complain about noise at the popular beach-themed venue.

Renewed Debate Over Downtown Noise Stirs Passions BY KARA C. RODRIGUEZ In a debate that is initially pitting economic development interests against quality of life of some downtown residents, the Leesburg Town Council again finds itself in the unenviable position of determining whether changes to its noise ordinance are warranted. The council held a public hearing Tuesday night on proposed Town Code changes that would extend the nighttime period for amplified sound in town. As proposed, those hours could be extended to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings, beyond the current 8 p.m. limit. The night-time hours for the other days of the week would remain unchanged. It’s not the first time the council

has considered such changes. A 2014 debate on the matter brought impassioned pleas from both sides, but ultimately no changes were adopted by the council. The last time the Town Council changed its noise ordinance was a decade ago to comply with a Virginia Supreme Court ruling. The current ordinance from 2009 was modeled after the Town of Blacksburg’s noise rules, which included definitions for amplified equipment and placed the nightly cut-off time at 8 p.m. There are two options before the council. The first would retain the town’s sound amplifying equipment registration process and extend the noise period. The second would remove the sound

amplifying equipment registration process and permit amplified sound and other sound to be governed by the “plainly audible” standard. Staff members are recommending against using decibel levels to measure excessive sound, and instead proposing to employ the “plainly audible” standard for determining violations. That standard, a staff report notes, would also apply to televisions, radios, and musical instruments, all of which could be coming from a home rather than a business. Several localities employ a 100-foot-limit for limiting amplified sound’s reach, the report read, although Town Attorney Barbara Notar advised the council against taking that route. DOWNTOWN NOISE >> 10

Council Funds ECC Upgrades, Future Decision Looming BY KARA C. RODRIGUEZ Although the Leesburg Town Council recently put some funding behind enhancements to its Emergency Communications Center, a bigger decision is looming. The conversation on whether Loudoun County should take over dispatch services for the town began shortly after Chief of Police Gregory Brown began his tenure with the town in late 2016. It continues today, and will require the Town Council at a certain point to weigh the benefits of keeping dispatch duties in house with the Leesburg Police Department and its 13 dispatchers, or consolidate operations with the county, saving money but perhaps losing an element of control and oversight. In the short term, the council last week approved a fiscal year 2019 budget adjustment that will fund an upgrade

to the town’s call handling equipment at a one-time cost of $450,000, with an annual recurring cost just under $100,000. Town Manager Kaj Dentler explained that the town’s current system does not allow it to automatically receive information from the county’s 911 center about the number a 911 call is placed from, nor the caller’s location. The implementation of this upgrade is expected to take six to eight months. Should the council ultimately decide to consolidate dispatch responsibilities with the county, a staff report notes that the call handling equipment may be able to deployed in a different manner and at a lower cost. Dentler emphasized the expense would not be a wasted, no matter which direction the council chooses to go. The town’s police department is also pursuing certification by the FCC as the secondary Public Safety Answering Point for the town’s emergency communications.

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Loudoun County is the primary PSAP. Dentler said a consolidation with the county would save the town over $1.6 million annually, primarily with the elimination of the 13 dispatcher positions. Dentler said he has spoken ECC UPGRADES >> 9

The next opportunity for the public to participate in the formation of the new Town Plan will occur over a six-day period in November. Stantec Architecture, the consultant hired to assist in the development of the Town Plan, along with town staff, will host a Town Plan charrette from Thursday, Nov. 7 to Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Ida Lee Park Recreation Center. The six-day event will give residents and other stakeholders a chance to provide input and ask questions as the project team works to develop a first draft of the plan including potential future growth and development scenarios. The charrette and Town Plan will cover a range of topics like quality of life, transportation, housing and neighborhoods, economic development and town authenticity. The program will start with a kickoff presentation that will take place in the Town Hall Council Chambers during the Planning Commission’s regular meeting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 7, and will end with a closing presentation in the lower level of Ida Lee Recreation Center at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12. The public is invited to drop by Ida Lee Park Recreation Center during open studio hours from Nov. 7-11 to ask questions, provide feedback, or speak with a project team member about their vision for the future of Leesburg. “The charrette event offers a great opportunity for residents, business owners, employees, and property owners to work directly with town staff and their consultant team to envision the community’s future,” stated Matt Noonkester from City Explained, Inc., a member of the consultant team. “Different ideas will be tested in an open forum, where participants will measure impacts, evaluate tradeoffs, and compare outcomes to stated visions and community values for different ideas about how Leesburg should grow—or if it should grow— through 2040.” “Asking people to think 20 years into the future is a challenge because it is far away,” Noonkester added. “Our job is to bring that story into ‘now terms’ to demonstrate how every decision you make from this point forward reinforces that 20-year vision.” The team will solicit additional feedback through pop-up events and brief surveys at various locations around town during the evening hours of Friday, Nov. 8. A full schedule showing all open hours and times for detailed discussions is available at legacy. leesburgva.gov.

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Management System, at a one-time cost of $520,000, with a recurring maintenance cost of $101,000. Brown << FROM 8 is also recommending that, even if operations are consolidated with the to County Administration Tim Hem- county, a separate town RMS be mainstreet about hiring the town dispatchtained with an annual cost of $34,000. ers if the town consolidates its operaIt is estimated that a transition to the tions, but no promises have been made. county Emergency Communications Should the town choose to continue Center would take at least two years to maintain its own, separate dispatch center, which is Brown’s recommen- to implement, according to the staff dation, it will require an additional report. upgrade of the police department’s Computer Aided Dispatch/Records krodriguez@loudounnow.com

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The small aircraft involved in a fiery crash in a New Jersey neighborhood Tuesday morning left from Leesburg. According to Leesburg Public Information Officer Betsy Arnett, the Cessna 414 twin-engine plane involved in the crash departed from Leesburg Executive Airport, bound for Linden, NJ, just before 10 a.m. Tuesday morning. The plane crashed into a Colonia, NJ, home around 11 a.m., about four miles from its destination, killing the pilot and setting at least three houses on fire. Arnett said the pilot had filed an Instrument Flight Rules plan with the FAA prior to taking off in re-

sponse to weather conditions to the north. An IFR plan is typically filed when flying by outside visual reference would be unsafe. The plane is owned by Delaware-based Warbird Associates, which owns hangar space at Leesburg Airport, according to Arnett. New Jersey-based media reports indicate that only the pilot—identified as Dr. Michael Schloss, who worked in New York City—was on board the aircraft at the time of the crash. The plane crashed into a house while the residents were not at home. Several homes in the neighborhood were damaged by fire. No other injuries were reported.

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An effort by school administrators to broaden the diversity of characters in books offered through classroom libraries continues to draw objections from parents, and during their Oct 22 meeting, School Board also raised questions about the initiative. For the third consecutive meeting, there was a large contingent of speakers against the placement of diverse classroom libraries in Loudoun County schools, with many reading aloud sex scenes included in some of the books and quoting passages featuring foul language. Speakers in support of the books emphasized that the collections included award-winning novels that reflect real-world situations. The protestors, many affiliated with the group Parent and Child Loudoun and wearing green, circulated a list of books with stories around gender identity and LGBTQ diversity like, ‘My Princess Boy’, ‘So Hard To Say’, ‘Prince and The Knight’, ‘Heather Has Two Mommies’ and ‘Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit’ that one parent said, contains the f-word 49 times. Many parents used explicit language while quoting lines from the books, showing anger to the school board for allowing the placement of these books. One mother broke down in tears. Supporters of the program said it was important to have the material available to students. “These books were carefully selected by librarians, teachers, school administrators and many other parties to be used as an option and supplement collections that already feature largely white and heteronormative characters. No student will be required to read these books but its vitally important that they remain in our schools,” said one school librarian. While the criticism and defense of the books has played over several weeks, Tuesday was the first time school leaders responded to the controversy in a public setting. Superintendent Eric Williams said there should have been more communication with the public before rolling out the program. School Board members raised questions about

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the need for the program. Chairman Jeff Morse (Dulles) noted that if the lines read out from these books by parents during public comment at this board meeting had to be bleeped out in the telecast, then perhaps they should not be made available to children at school. “When some of the speakers came forward and they were using language and I had to fight the urge to tell them to stop, as the chair, because here they are, rattling off obscenities in front of the community and on TV, which I’m sure we had to censor on TV, and those are the words that our kids are reading? I’ve got a real problem with that. “ Tom Marshall (Leesburg) also questioned whether the material was appropriate for the classroom. “We are called the loco parentis [in the place of a parent] and when these books are available at public libraries and elsewhere, is it necessary for us to have the same books in our schools when they can be purchased at a bookstore or borrowed from a library, especially if they have very graphic language in them?” he asked. “I’m perplexed about where I fit in this because I am against censorship, but I do think its not our role to expose children to such graphic language, unless there is somehow a justification because of the empathy or artistry in those books.” Some parents warned that they would consider home-schooling their children if these books were not removed. An elementary-school mother said, “I am upset that I was not informed correctly, have no say in these books that my eight-year old can easily obtain and I have no method of opting out. My kids will not be your experiments. These books need to be re-labeled and clearly have the contents reviewed.” Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Ashley Ellis acknowledged that “we should’ve communicated earlier and with more specifics with principals, parents and the school board,” but she also said the diversity libraries are important. “LCPS wants to provide resources for every student, not just students or families with certain points of DIVERSITY >> 14

with an indefinite date to complete its work. Other School Board members said it was too soon to make that decision, as it wasn’t exactly clear where the committee’s work would lead. Joy Maloney (Broad Run) said she feared that, without the current board taking action to make it a select committee, the next board that takes over in January could let the panel’s charter expire without taking a formal vote to shut down the committee’s work. Chairman Jeff Morse (Dulles) dismissed those concerns. “Nobody up here has talked about ending the committee, no matter what form it takes going forward,” he said. He said he wanted to see the dialogue continue, but suggested the existing Minority Student Achievement Committee, which has been highlighting equity concerns for decades, could be the best longterm advocacy option. A five-member majority supported a proposal by Eric Hornberger (Ashburn) to extend the committee’s work through June. He said that would give the panel more time to develop new equity policies and afford the next board with the opportunity to evaluate its value.

A School Board majority last week rejected a proposal to convert the Ad Hoc Committee on Equity into a permanent panel with indefinite standing, but did agree to extend its December deadline. The 25-member committee was created by the School Board in March in response to strong public criticism led by representatives of the Loudoun chapter of the NAACP who claimed that little was being done to combat racist behavior or address systemic inequities. In addition to creating the committee to delve into the concerns, the board commissioned a comprehensive assessment to better understand the concerns about equity and racism among students, teachers and parents. That report was released in June and found a “hostile learning environment” where students faced no consequences for hateful actions. The panel was expected to wrap up its work in December, but it is clear that its effort to create an overarching policy to ensure equitable treatment among all students will take longer. School Board Vice Chairman Brenda Sheridan (Sterling) made a motion to convert the panel to a “select committee” of the board

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Diversity << FROM 12 view.” Joy Maloney (Broad Run) said she appreciated the effort to make more diverse material available in classrooms, but said context was important in the discussion. “When you’re talking about books that have starred reviews from various library associations for schools and then you’re calling them out as something that is inappropriate for schools, the fact that you’re calling those out when its discussing something like a student who is identifying himself as gay and that’s the one you’re choosing, to me that is disingenuous. I fully understand the references to things that are assigned e.g. ‘The Kite Runner,’ ‘The Great Gatsby,’ ‘Beloved,’ there are really horrible stories in books that are great literature, including the Bible.” Chris Croll (Catoctin) also placed emphasis on context. She questioned whether the explicit language read by parents have instructional and education value in the full context of the book, potentially ending up with completely different meaning. She said board members had received emails about real life experiences where students have made special connections through books. She highlighted the case of a student who read about a rape in a book and was raped a few years later. “The mother sent us a note saying that that book saved her daughter’s life because she could relate to the character in that book,” Croll said. The School Board’s Curriculum & Instruction Committee is scheduled to review the program in more detail at its Nov 13 meeting.

Ham Radio Provides Link to Space Station Students at Farmwell Station Middle School in Ashburn got a once-in-alifetime opportunity to speak with an orbiting astronaut Tuesday thanks to some local ham radio operators. Students filled the school’s auditorium—and others watched a live video feed at Discovery and Cedar Lane elementary schools and Broad Run High School—as members of the Loudoun Amateur Radio Group used an array of highly directional Yagi antennas placed on the school’s roof to connect with astronaut Dr. Drew Morgan on the International Space Station. While the program took months of planning, the window for the communication was limited to about 10 minutes, as the space station raced from horizon to horizon at more than 17,000 miles per hour. LARG members Stephen Greene, a half-century ham radio veteran, and John Dykstra, a Loudoun Valley High School student, operated the radio station while students lined up to ask Morgan as many questions as possible in the narrow communications window. They ranged from a question about the ability to grow plants in space— with Morgan telling the students that the crew was about to harvest lettuce they’ve been growing on board—to how he controls his direction of travel during space walks, to how they monitor the long-term health impacts of weightlessness (Morgan will serve on the ISS for nine months) and what mementos of home he brought along with him. As is customary in radio conversa-

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tions, each student’s question ended with the word “over” to let Morgan know the transmission was ended. One student asked, “Has being on the ISS changed your perspective of Earth? Over.” “Absolutely. Right now, I am able to look out the window and see the Earth below me as I am speaking to you. Anytime I look at it I know how beautiful it is and how lucky was are to be here and we also can see the evidence of the impact we have on our planet,” Morgan said. “It emphasizes to me how

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Firefighters Get Real-World Training at Falcon’s Landing BY NORMAN K. STYER While Loudoun County operates a sophisticated training center for its firefighters, there is no substitute for real-world experiences. Thanks to the management of the Falcon’s Landing retirement complex in Sterling, crews on Saturday spent hours battling smoke and flames in modern homes. Falcon’s Landing is preparing for an expansion that will require the removal of three cottage homes in the planned community for retired military. Before razing the structures, managers invited firefighters from Sterling and Ashburn to conduct training exercises in them. Sterling Volunteer Fire Company Assistant Chief David Short supervised the exercise and called it a “super valuable opportunity.” He described the experience as next-level training for firefighters who have completed training at the academy. “This is like getting off the target range and into a live-fire drill,” he said. “At the burning academy, we’ve got a concrete building. That’s a great building. It gives us lots of opportunity to reset and do burns all the time. It doesn’t burn the building down. But it doesn’t give you the real life burn characteristics of a real structure,” Short said. “These structures are a lot tighter. They’ve got thermal windows in them. They have air-tight doors. So, smoke stays in them a whole lot better, the heat stays in them a whole lot better. The actual structure burns: the drywall, the windows, the doors move around, the doors compartmentalize the smoke. It’s a different condition. This is how it is in real life.” It is rare when crews get to train in

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Construction plans at the Falcon’s Landing life plan senior living community provided the opportunity for firefighters from Sterling and Ashburn to get some live-fire training in two homes that will be razed in the coming weeks.

an actual home, and most of those opportunities come in older structures.

“These are super exciting because most of the houses we get are houses

that are really old and that have really old construction techniques in them like plaster lathe or tin ceilings or tin roofs. These are modern contemporary construction techniques. This is like the real thing here.” Falcon’s Landing President and CEO Barbara Brannon, a retired Air Force major general, said the special training opportunity grew from the community’s ongoing support of Sterling’s fire and rescue companies. The Falcons Landing Residents’ Council sponsors an annual Fire and Rescue Fund Drive, this year collecting $82,000 in donations. “We had a luncheon in June to award checks for $41,000 to representatives from the Sterling Station fire and rescue teams. In talking to the fire chief at the event, we mentioned there were nine vacant homes on the future construction site that would be demolished. The idea to use the cottages for realistic fire-fighter training was born,” Brannon said. It took several months to obtain the required approvals and permits, including permission to conduct the live burning exercises in two of the cottages. “The residents and staff of Falcons Landing are very grateful for the tremendous support and professionalism of our fire and rescue first responders and enjoy great peace of mind knowing they are just around the corner,” Brannon said. “They are on campus answering our call virtually every day, in fact, more than 500 times in the past year.” nstyer@loudounnow.com

[ SAFETY BRIEFS ] Welsh Again Charged in Aldie Double Homicide Case Loudoun prosecutors have secured murder indictments against the suspect in the 2018 shooting deaths of Mala Manwani and her adult son, Rishi Manwani, at their home in Aldie. Their bodies were discovered in their Tomey Court home on Jan. 31, 2018. Bryan Kuang-Ming Welsh, 38, was initially charged with murder in the case in March 2018, but was released that August just before a preliminary hearing was scheduled in Loudoun District Court. At that time, prosecutors had dropped the charges after a ballistics report showed that nine bullets found at the crime scene did not match the gun found in Welsh’s possession. Welsh remained the central suspect in the killings. Investigators believe the crime was drug related and that the firearm had been altered after the shootings.

While it is not known whether new evidence has been uncovered, the case was presented to a grand jury last week, resulting in indictments of two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of using a firearm in the commission of a felony. Welsh is scheduled to appear in Circuit Court on Nov. 4 for scheduling.

Ousted Detective Seeks Supreme Court Hearing The National Fraternal Order of Police and Southern State Police Benevolent Association have joined the push to get a hearing at the U.S. Supreme Court for a former Loudoun detective who was fired for his political views. In May, a divided appeals bench dismissed former Loudoun detective Mark McCaffrey’s $6.3 million wrongful termination suit against Sheriff Michael Chapman. McCaffrey, who had received glowing evaluations during

his service in Loudoun, had not been re-sworn after supporting a different candidate for sheriff in the Republican primary. Judges at the federal District Court and the Court of Appeals have ruled that Chapman had the authority to not re-swear McCaffrey following the election. McCaffrey, with support from police organizations representing hundreds of thousands of law enforcement officers, is asking to argue in front of the Supreme Court. The FOP argued the lower court’s ruling disrupts good government by politicizing law enforcement, since in effect any deputy sheriff, at even the lowest rank, could be fired for supporting a different candidate in an election. They also wrote that there have been other cases in which courts have arrived at a different conclusion, and that the court has a chance now to clear up the resulting confusion.

In its brief, the Southern States Police Benevolent Association characterized the action as an abuse of power and equates such actions to a form of voter intimidation. McCaffrey’s request to the Supreme Court to hear his case shares many of those same arguments, including that the idea that law enforcement is an inherently partisan job undermines public confidence and threatens due process.

Man Gets 15-year Sentence on Child Pornography Charges John Wayne Bruce, Jr., 49, of Loudoun County, was sentenced to 15 years, 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of reproduction and 10 counts of possession of child pornography. Evidence presented in court showed SAFETY BRIEFS >> 18

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[ SAFETY BRIEFS ] << FROM 16 that investigators with the Northern Virginia–D.C. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force initially detected Bruce in 2017 trading child pornography over a peer-to-peer network online. Officers subsequently executed a search warrant on Bruce’s home seeking evidence related to the possession and distribution of child pornography. Officers seized Bruce’s computer and various digital storage devices, and a subsequent forensic examination of the material found hundreds of video and image files of child pornography on two hard drives. The child pornography featured children as young as toddlers, many of whom have been identified by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as abuse victims in prior law enforcement investigations. Attorney General Mark R. Herring issued a statement hailing the sentence. “With this strong sentence another dangerous predator is off our streets and out of our community,” Herring stated. “A 15-year sentence sends an important message that Virginia will not tolerate disgusting crimes like these. Individuals who exploit children and rob them of their innocence by producing and possessing child pornography will be brought to justice. I

want to thank my team and our local law enforcement partners who worked hard on this case.” In addition to his prison sentence, Bruce will be required to pay $1,300 in restitution as well as register as a sex offender.

LCSO Offers Advanced CIT Program The Loudoun County Sheriff ’s Office last week offered a three-day Advanced Crisis Intervention Training program, a first in the commonwealth. The program was developed by the Sheriff ’s Office in coordination with Loudoun County Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Developmental Services, and the Virginia CIT Coalition. The program trains law enforcement officers to recognize the signs and symptoms of people experiencing a behavioral crisis while maintaining officer and public safety. The three-day advanced training focused on residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, especially children. “This advanced training continues to show our agency is a leader in crisis intervention, and we want to ensure that all of our residents are treated with compassion and respect,” Sheriff Mike Chapman stated.

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100WomenStrong Grants Target Addiction, Recovery Services 100WomenStrong has earmarked more than $35,000 to support five programs that are bridging the gap for those in need of addiction and recovery services in Loudoun County. After realizing that, despite the growing need, they had not received requests for grants in these areas, leaders of the philanthropic group studied the issue of drug misuse, active addiction and recovery and created the new grant program based on that research. Going forward, the group will include addiction and recovery in its focus on health-related grants during its regular grant-funding cycle. “Research by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Fauquier Counties showed a need for services that address the areas of drug misuse, active addiction and recovery, and we are more than pleased to support the vital work these programs are providing to Loudoun County residents,” said Judi Garlick, 100WomenStrong member who led the Addiction and Recovery project for the group. “We hope to bring attention to the lack of funding in our area and encourage private, public and governmental organizations to work together to come up with effective solutions and policies for our county. When clients have a place close-by to recover and prepare for a successful future, it takes strain off them and their families. The entire county will benefit.”

The five organizations chosen for 2019 Addiction and Recovery Grants are:

The Chris Atwood Foundation – $10,000: Recovery Housing Scholarships for Loudoun County residents who have been accepted into a sober living home but need financial assistance to secure their place. These scholarships cover a one-time move-in fee and the first two weeks at sober living. These homes are a proven and effective step in recovery, but many leaving treatment cannot afford them.

Youth for Tomorrow – $9,000 Program expansion support for group’s addition of Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse Program for Adolescents in Loudoun County. Through the program, Youth for Tomorrow will provide licensed, highly skilled and compassionate substance abuse treatment to assist adolescents achieve their longterm sobriety goals and help them plan for a healthy and productive future.

Inova CATS Patient Assistance Fund – $6,040 Support for an individual and his/ her family for Intensive Outpatient Program services for individuals transitioning from inpatient services for

chemical dependency. At least 30 sessions of IOP therapy are needed to mitigate the chance of relapse, but, in some cases, insurance benefits will cover only the first 10 sessions. Many cannot afford to continue IOP services and dropping out significantly increases the risk of relapse.

Healthworks – $5,000 Support the expansion of identification and treatment of substance abuse in women seeking family planning services at Healthworks. Family planning services provide an opportunity to conduct screening, intervention and referral to therapy if it is determined the patient is at-risk or at higher risk and in need of counseling for substance abuse or the risk of substance abuse.

Peer Recovery Services - $5,000 Expansion of Substance Abuse Peer Recovery Services, which, in partnership with Loudoun County, offers recovery support by trained and certified individuals who have lived the experience of substance abuse. Specialists assist adults from the community who are enrolled in treatment with Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Developmental Services and diagnosed with a substance abuse or co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorder. For more information, go to onehundredwomenstrong.org.

81st Rummage Sale Raises Record $343K The Ladies Board of Inova Loudoun Hospital estimates that the gross revenues from its 81st annual rummage sale at $343,000— shattering all previous sales records. An estimated 7,500 shoppers attended the Oct. 19-20 event held at Morven Park Equestrian Center. “We are humbled and overwhelmed by the community’s support,” sale co-chair Megan O’Brien said. “This is one of the greatest fundraising events in Northern Virginia and it’s just amazing to see the community embrace it with such enthusiasm.” The sale enjoyed record attendance both days, the few items remaining at the closing hour were collected by other charitable organizations. More than 600 volunteers unloaded, sorted and sold 12 tractor-trailers full of donations. Organizers will begin accepting donations early next year in anticipation of the 82nd edition scheduled for Oct. 24-25. The Ladies Board raises several hundred thousand dollars each year through its thrift shop, gift shop, rummage sale, Lights of Love and Polly Clemens Nursery Fund. All projects support special needs equipment at Inova Loudoun Hospital, and the organization recently completed a second $1 million pledge for the Cornwall Cares project. Additionally, the Ladies Board awards more than $100,000 annually in nursing scholarships.

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“ Catoctin is demanding safer roads, especially Route 15. If elected, my first act will be to install shoulders, up to the bridge, so that our law-enforcement and emergency medical teams can safely provide services and remove the traffic signal at White’s Ferry Road to install a roundabout. I promise to expedite the Phase I improvements and break ground in 2020. We will end the absurd nightly backup to Leesburg! I will put ‘fresh eyes’ on the plans and announce a citizen and stakeholder endorsed long-term solution within 100 days. I would favor roundabouts over traffic lights, leave the Village of Lucketts undisturbed, and respect the natural beauty of the district and the Journey Through Hallowed Ground. While Route 15 safety and congestion is the most pressing issue in Catoctin, it is also important to solve for the root issue which is interstate commerce between Maryland and Northern Virginia. As a result, I will diligently investigate alternative river crossings, like Route 28 and Maryland’s Inter-County Connector which may prove more suitable for interstate traffic within the Baltimore-Richmond Corridor.”

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Purcellville’s Gruto’s Hosting Winter Chocolate Pop-Up BY KARA C. RODRIGUEZ

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The winter offseason will bring new life to Gruto’s in Purcellville, as the popular ice cream store will temporary make way for a chocolate shop. The Chocolate Palette, a locally-owned artisanal seasonal pop-up, will sub-lease the space at Gruto’s Soft Serve at 141 W. Main St. in Purcellville beginning Nov. 15. “This is the perfect use of Gruto’s space in our off-season,” said Erin Wilson, co-owner of Gruto’s Soft Serve. “We often get customer requests to stay open year-round and offer winter treats, but that’s not really our niche. Having the opportunity to keep the space open to someone who can offer a gourmet chocolate-themed menu is an incredible way to serve the community.” The move is a new start in the community for Chocolate Palette owner Cheryl June, who had an overwhelming response to her booth at the Purcellville Farmer’s Market. A long-time baker, cake artist, and lifetime chocolate lover, June moved to Purcellville with her husband, James, and their three daughters after James’ recent Army tour in Thailand. Prior to that, the family lived

in Korea for two years, where June started experimenting with chocolate, creating hot chocolate recipes to test various flavors and textures for friends and family. When The Chocolate Palette opens to the public Nov. 15, hot sipping chocolate flavors (all proprietary recipes) will include the Italian Job, Aztec Life, Classic, and Salted Caramel by the Sea. All varieties are a “drinking experience,” stated June, different than your store variety hot chocolate. “Hot cocoa tends to be a thin, watered-down, high-sugar beverage,” she said. “Sipping chocolates are much richer and made with less sugar. Dark chocolate pieces are slowly melted into warm milk and/or heavy cream. It’s an entirely different—and

luxurious—product.” In addition to the hand-crafted sipping chocolates, the menu will include Italian coffees and fresh, madeto-order ebelskivers, a traditional Danish sphere-shaped pancake. Ebelskivers will be served with a variety of fresh handmade toppings, both sweet and savory, including a warm ganache sauce and a prosciutto & gruyere cheese sauce, to name a couple. Single-serving desserts, such as tiramisu, chocolate truﬄes, chocolate mousse, and chocolate ganache tarte, will also be available. Once the shop is open, customers can place large-scale dessert orders for parties and special events. June said being at Gruto’s is the first step in fulfilling a life-long dream. If the concept is well-received, she hopes this seasonal experiment will lead to a permanent sit-down chocolate experience. To learn more about the grand opening and follow The Chocolate Palette, go to TheChocolatePalette. org. The Chocolate Palette will lease the Gruto’s space through March 15, when the ice cream shop will resume operations. krodriguez@loudounnow.com

Loudoun OMS Celebrates 25 Years in Practice Loudoun OMS is celebrating its 25year anniversary. Today, the three OMS doctors offer a combined total of more than 20 years of dental, oral surgery and medical education, along with over 56 years of dental and maxillofacial surgery experience. Loudoun Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery was established in 1987 by Dr. Sameh Hanna with a single office in Sterling. After Dr. Bluhm joined the practice in 1994 a satellite office was started in Leesburg. After Hanna died from cancer in 1998, Bluhm assumed leadership of the practice and was joined by Dr. Steve Dorsch in 1999, and Dr. Jay Vandervort in 2009. Now with offices in both Ashburn and Leesburg, Loudoun OMS offers two facilities equipped with the latest medical technology. During the past 25 years, the practice has helped thousands of patients for common needs such as wisdom teeth removal or advanced dental implants and also helped to treat facial injuries after auto accidents and sports mishaps, and address jaw alignment issues and other major oral surgery procedures. All three doctors have full admitting privileges at Loudoun Hospital Center for complex operations that cannot be handled at their offices Loudoun OMS also hosts the Great-

Belfort Furniture will be hosting a “Conversation on Design” with interior designer Thom Filicia on Saturday, Nov. 9. Starting at 2 p.m. participants can hear firsthand what inspires Filicia and how to express their personality through design. Filicia says this about the design process with clients: “I shop with them, meet their friends, listen to their music. My job as a designer is connecting the dots.” The program will include a question and answer session, prizes and refreshments. The presentation will be followed by a photo session and a casual, mingling opportunity with Filicia and the Belfort Furniture staff. Filicia stars in Bravo Network’s, “Get a Room with Carson and Thom” and is known for his role as the lead designer for Bravo’s “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” and star of Style Network’s “Dress My Nest.” Belfort Furniture is located at 22267 Shaw Road in Sterling. Reservations are recommended by calling 703-406-7600 or sending an email to online@belfortfurniture.com. You can also learn more and register directly at belfortfurniture.com/grandopening.

The National Takes Top Hotel, Top Chef Honors The National Conference Center in Lansdowne has been recognized by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association with two prestigious awards. The National was named as Hotel of the Year, for the second time in three years, and The National’s executive chef, Frank Estremera, was named Chef of the Year. “These very prestigious awards recognize the tremendous performance of each and every team member in delivering exceptional hospitality to our guests and our communities,” said Geoff Lawson, vice president and general manager of The National. The National is owned by NCC PS Enterprises LLC, a venture between PCCP, LLC and Stoneleigh Capital. For information, go to conferencecenter.com.

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The staff at Loudoun OMS celebrate the 25-year anniversary of the dental practice.

er Loudoun Study Club to offer educational programs for area dentists working to improve their understanding of new advanced medical technology and advanced oral surgery practices. The Greater Loudoun Study Club is directly affiliated with the renowned Seattle Study Club, an international continuing education program for dentists. Dr. Bluhm completed his under-

graduate studies at Middlebury College and attended dental school at the University of North Carolina. Dr. Dorsch is a dual-degree, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who has practiced in Northern Virginia since 1999. Dr. Vandervort joined Loudoun Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2009 after serving 20 years in the U.S. Navy.

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City Tap will open its doors softly in Ashburn’s One Loudoun town center Nov. 11. Operated by Table 95 Hospitality Group, City Tap has eight existing locations including two in Washington, DC, two in Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, Nashville and Chicago. City Tap is located at the corner of Exchange Street and Thorndike Street in the space that formerly housed Hail & Hog, a Redskins tribute restaurant and bar. The 8,000-square-foot space features an extensive island bar area complete with communal options to encourage a social experience as well as a dining room seating 57 that both overlook its open kitchen. The space is outfitted with 12 HDTVs and there is a

IT Cadre in Ashburn has added Peter “Pete” Tseronis to its Board of Advisors. Tseronis is an accomplished entrepreneur, business executive, and cybersecurity stratTseronis egist with over 29 years leading myriad cabinet-level and commercial entities. As the U.S. Department of Energy’s Chief Technology Officer, Tseronis served as an innovation advocator for technology transfer of intellectual property, collaborated across the international research and development community, and leveraged intellect across critical infrastructure sectors to catalyze economic competitiveness. Prior to joining the Department of Energy, he served as the CTO for the Department of Education, leading the management, operations, and human resource functions aligned with enterprise-wide technology roadmapping initiatives. In 2015, Tseronis founded Dots and Bridges LLC, which provides strategic, technical, and operational services to clients throughout the business lifecycle, rooted in the cultivation, and fostering of relationships.

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improved environmental and human health performance. The Trap Rock Water Treatment Facility is one of Virginia’s most advanced water treatment plants. The facility opened in May and is producing 10 million gallons of drinking water per day with plans to ultimately expand to 40 million gallons per day. Trap Rock achieved LEED certification for implementing practical and measurable strategies and solutions aimed at achieving high performance in: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, and indoor environmental quality.

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Purcellville Councilman Joel Grewe, Vice Mayor Tip Stinnette, Mayor Kwasi Fraser and Councilman Nedim Ogelman listen to a presentation from the Stantec engineering firm on a proposed new utility rate structure for the town.

Purcellville Eyes 4-Tier Water Rate Structure, Residential Rate Hikes BY PATRICK SZABO After several meetings getting briefed on the rapid decline of the town’s utility funds, the Purcellville Town Council on Monday got its first glimpse at numbers that could restore fiscal stability. Stantec, the town’s utility rate consultant, presented the council with its proposed utility rate structure, recommending alternatives to the existing 17-tier structure that could charge water users for their consumption using fixed rates or rates based on average usage. The firm prominently recommended charging for water service based on actual use, by implementing a four-tier structure that could help the town regain control of its utility

funds in two ways—more aggressively by raising rates by about 5 percent for single-family residential users or more moderately by raising rates by about 2 percent for those users. In both instances, rates for all other users would level off, be reduced or increase minimally. Earlier this month, the council began meeting with Stantec to discuss its depleting water and sewer funds, which have shrunk by 39 and 16 percent, respectively, over the past fiscal year. In addition to diminishing utility funds, the town also faces repayment of $31 million in sewer debt and projections of $21 million worth of needed water system upgrades, all while 73 percent of the town’s annual water production is consumed by single-family residen-

tial users—which pay 86 percent less for the service than the $17.99 it costs the town to provide it. To begin stabilizing the situation, Stantec first recommended a moderate approach that would see the town implement a four-tier water rate structure for all users in the system.

The More Moderate Plan The 2,585 single-family accounts that use 0-7,000 gallons of water every two months would pay $8.32 per 1,000 gallons of water, or $1.66 more than what they’re paying for 0-5,000 gallons of use now. Those same users would pay $12.47 for water usage between 8,000 and 14,000 gallons, $16.63 for WATER RATES >> 27

Lovettsville Staff Addresses Concern of Possible Proffer for a New Town Office BY PATRICK SZABO The idea that Lovettsville leaders could give favorable consideration to development plans on the town’s largest remaining undeveloped tract if the developer promises to build a new Town Office has sparked concern among Town Council members. The council last Thursday discussed Councilman Mike Dunlap’s concern that town staff might be engaging in talks with the Metropolitan Development Group about the possibility of a proffer in the form of a new town office—an asset town staff has been pushing the Town Council for since 2008. While Town Planner Josh Bateman said the staff had not yet engaged in proffer talks regarding a town office, Dunlap urged staff to involve the council when

those discussions begin. “It seems to me that the Town Council probably ought to give some direction about where our priorities are,” he said. Earlier this year, representatives of Metropolitan held a public meeting to inform residents of their plans to build a 130-home subdivision on the 35-acre Engle Tract, adjacent to the New Town Meadows community and behind the Post Office. On Aug. 6, the developer requested the town amend its comprehensive plan to designate the Engle Tract as land for residential and commercial uses. If the Planning Commission recommends approval of that amendment and the council approves it, the amendment would guide a rezoning of the property from the Commercial/Limited Industrial zoning district to a Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning

district. During the rezoning request phase, the developer and the town could negotiate a proffer package to offset the impacts of the new project. Typically, proffers reflect projects already included in a town’s Capital Improvement Plan. In its initial plans, Metropolitan has suggested it could build the town a new office—a $2 million project, to go along with improvements to South Church Street and East Pennsylvania Avenue, that’s included in Lovettsville’s Fiscal Year 2019-2023 Capital Improvement Plan. According to Bateman, though, Metropolitan hasn’t formally proffered a town office yet. Bateman said Metropolitan has presented only two formalized offers—to PROFFER TALKS >> 26

The American Ferret Association will hold its annual Dooktoberfest Competition from 10-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Lovettsville Game Protective Association. During the competition, ferret owners will have a chance to learn the latest news and tips and discover local and regional shelters, breeders, clubs and other organizations. The competition will include a ferret and owner costume contest and will welcome ferret rescue organizations with ferrets for adoption and ferret breeders selling kits, or infant ferrets. Major ferret vendors and clubs from across the country will also sell items specially designed for ferrets and their owners. Admission to the show is $5 for those ages 16 and older, $2 for children ages 7-15 and free for children under 7. Competing ferrets do not need to have any particular background or pedigree to show in the event. Pre-registration is required for participation. For more information, call the Ferret Association at 1-888-FERRET-1 or go to ferret.org.

MIDDLEBURG Council Recognizes Garwood for Service The Middleburg Town Council last Thursday night passed a resolution of appreciation to recognize Mary Kay Garwood for her 24 years serving as the director of the Pink Box Visitors Center. As a 27-year member of the Pink Box Advisory Committee, Garwood, according to the council resolution, “worked tirelessly” handling administrative work and recruiting volunteers to serve as docents at the Pink Box. She “spent countless hours as a docent, spending many weekends manning the Pink Box,” oftentimes to keep it open for extended hours during town events like the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Christmas in Middleburg, Art in the Burg and Celebration Saturdays.

Hot Dog Halloween Event Planned Thursday The Middleburg Community Center will host its annual Hot Dog its Halloween event from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. The event will begin with a parade beginning at the community center steps and run through town for kids to trickor-treat at local businesses and TOWN NOTES >> 25

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Council Appoints James to Council, Hires Town Planner The Round Hill Town Council last week appointed Paula James, a 30-year town resident, as an interim councilwoman to fill a vacancy created by Fred Lyne’s Sept. 7 resignation. The town also recently hired Danielle Gugger as its new town planner, following Lauren Runyan’s departure last month. James, the only applicant for the spot, will remain in the seat until a May 5, 2020 special election is held to determine who will complete the term that expires on June 30, 2022. James works as a security specialist for the Department of Defense’s Defense Threat Reduction Agency at Fort Belvoir. She graduated from Park View High School in 1978 and has worked for the federal government for 27 years. “I am honest, trustworthy, and live my life by the Golden Rule,” James wrote in her Oct. 11 letter of interest to the town. “I want to be more engaged with our wonderful town and help in any way possible.”

PURCELLVILLE Woman’s Club to Host Veteran Appreciation Fundraiser The Purcellville Woman’s Club will host a Women Veteran Appreciation Fundraiser from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the American Legion Post 293, at 121 N. 21st St. The free open house fundraiser will feature light refreshments, a silent auction, vendors and talks from Marine veterans Cpl. Rebecca Wolfe and Sgt. Aliscia Andrews, both local residents. All proceeds will benefit veteran and active duty women in need. “PWC is proud to recognize women who are serving or have served our county,” said Club President Cathy Darby. “We are showing our gratitude to them by hosting the event and giving all proceeds to veteran and active duty women in need.” The club is still searching for sponsors for the event. A Patriot sponsor

pays $500 and gets to display their brochures and samples of their business and gets a wall Certificate of Appreciation. A Warrior sponsor pays $250 and an Eagle Sponsor pays $100. All three sponsor levels get their names on the sponsor event board, public recognition at the event and recognition on the cub’s Facebook page and in the local newspaper. To be a sponsor, email Lydia Clark at lydiamclark@gmail.com. To join the club, email purcellvillewomansclub2015@gmail.com. Learn more about the event at facebook.com/PurcellvilleWomansClub.

Fraser to Pardon Thanksgiving Turkey on Saturday Purcellville Mayor Kwasi Fraser, along with the Town Council, will pardon a turkey at 12 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Town Hall in preparations for the Thanksgiving holiday. According to a town statement, the turkey, named Morgana Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo—in the tune of the “Baby Shark” song the Washington Nationals play when outfielder Gerardo Parra bats—grew up in Houston before realizing she wanted to live in the DC area. Now, she’s a big Nats fan and watches every game she can at her home at Springdale Inn. Residents are invited to join Fraser and the council for cookies and refreshments at Town Hall after the pardoning. For more information, call the town at 540-338-7421.

Arts Council Recognizes 2-Year Arts Council Member The Purcellville Town Council last week recognized Jessica Lilienkamp for her two years of service on the Arts Council. Councilman Chris Bledsoe, the Town Council liaison to the Arts Council, said Lilienkamp would be missed because her contributions “were enormous.” Lilienkamp said she was fortunate that she got to meet people who were the “color” and “texture” of the town, including Doc Wiley, the former Town Council member who founded the town’s Arts Council and died in 2017.

Town Amends November Meeting Schedule The Town of Purcellville last week posted a few changes to its November meeting calendar. The Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting will start a half-hour later than scheduled next Tuesday, Nov. 5. It will now begin at 7:30 p.m. to allow the final voters of the day the chance to do so and make it to the meeting. The Arts Council’s Nov. 11 meeting, on Veteran’s Day, has also been rescheduled to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The Town Council’s Nov. 26 work session was also previously cancelled because of its proximity to Thanksgiving. For more information on meetings, call the town office at 540-338-7421.

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The appointment came 51 days past the town’s 60-day appointment deadline, as stipulated by the Town Charter. On the administrative side of the town, Gugger will start work as the new town planner on Monday, Nov. 4. Town Administrator Melissa Hynes said that while she hired Gugger as an entry-level planner, “she is experienced in nonprofit management, community engagement and serving a Board of Directors.”

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Dave LaRock Is

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on TRUMP

“When President Trump speaks, count on me to applaud twice as loud.”1

WRONG

on EQUAL RIGHTS “...if passed, the ERA would permit women to walk around topless in public as men do.”2

WRONG

on CIVIL RIGHTS

“… you are taking away the right of someone like me … to say, “I choose not to rent the place that I have to homosexuals.’”3

WRONG

on GUN SAFETY

LaRock sponsored a bill to allow concealed carry of firearms in churches, synagogues, and mosques.4

WRONG

on WOMEN’S HEALTH LaRock wants government to control women’s bodies, even in cases of rape or incest.5

WRONG

for VIRGINIA LaRock voted against expanding Medicaid — which now insures over 400,000 more Virginians, and opposes increasing the minimum wage.6

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LaRock’s newsletter 2 Winchester Star 11/26/18 3 Winchester Star 2/10/18 4HB180, 2018 5 HB1473, 2017 6 Winchester Star 4/25/19

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John Herlihy and his co-driver, Julie Herlihy, won the inaugural Coppa USA last week in their 1953 Jaguar XK120 OTS SE Roadster after a three-day adventure that took them 588 miles around Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC.

Proffer talks << FROM 24 construct a secondary entrance to the Engle Tract through Park Place and to perform prorated improvements to South Church Street. He said that while a commitment to build a new town office hasn’t materialized, Metropolitan is willing to proffer an office if the town were to express that desire. “They really want to give you one if you want one,” Bateman told the council. The idea of such a proffer influencing a rezoning vote, coupled with the notion that the staff might have excluded the Town Council from proffer talks, has concerned Dunlap, who said he was “not a big fan” of more residential development in town. In an Oct. 18 email to Town Council members, Dunlap wrote that “Engle Tract proffer discussions have been, and continue to be had, without input from us, the elected Town Council.” “I do believe we as the Town Council should ensure our priorities are reflected in those discussions from the beginning. Currently they are not,” he wrote. Dunlap did not include Mayor Nate Fontaine in the email because, according to him, Fontaine might not share the same concerns. During last week’s meeting, Fontaine asserted that neither he nor the town staff have tried to stop the Town Council from becoming involved in proffer talks. He said they simply have yet to begin. “Traditionally, as this town has done it, this is done during the rezoning, not during the comprehensive planning portion,” he said. “Now is not the appropriate time to be discussing the proffers before the rezoning amendment comes in place.” Dunlap argued that “the time is now” to initiate the talks, since they need to be handled before Metropolitan submits a rezoning application. Bateman said that, while the staff has no problems with council member involvement in the talks once they begin, he suggested that the council wait until the Planning Commission makes its recommendation for approval or denial of the comprehensive plan amendment, since council members could then refer to the commission’s recommendation for support.

In general, Fontaine said he felt the council would probably not approve the comprehensive plan amendment, based on the sentiment he’s heard from council members and planning commissioners. “I don’t think this is going anywhere,” he said. Dunlap’s motion to schedule a closed session to talk about proffers and establish guidance for staff to use when talking with Metropolitan failed to win support at the meeting. The council is slated to discuss proffers and Capital Improvement Plan priorities at its Nov. 14 meeting. The Planning Commission could make a recommendation to the Town Council on the comprehensive plan amendment at its December meeting. In Virginia, proffers have been a point of debate and controversy for years. In 2016, the Virginia General Assembly, at the prompting of homebuilders, passed legislation that narrowed the type of proffers that could be accepted by localities. That came in response to instances when some local governments requested “unreasonable” proffers from developers and resulted in denied rezoning requests. “It really turned the whole proffer system … on its head,” Bateman said. This year, the General Assembly passed new legislation that reworded the law and made it unlawful for localities to “require,” as opposed to simply “request,” proffers—giving localities a bit of leeway when requesting or accepting proffers. But the Town of Lovettsville hasn’t received any proffers since the General Assembly passed the more restrictive proffer language in 2016. In all, Bateman said the town has accepted proffers from only four developments in its history—some from the 153-home New Town Meadows community; a few from the 80-home Heritage Highlands community, which provided a new well and an extension of the Rt. 287 shared-use path; some from the 212home Lovettsville Town Center community, which proffered the town square and multiple neighborhood parks; and a few more from the 23-home Villages at Lovettsville community, which proffered upgrades to the town’s sewer lift station, improvements to Frye Court and additional parking at the 1836 Kitchen & Taproom. pszabo@loudounnow.com

Water rates

The Aggressive Approach A more aggressive rate structure would see the town implement four tiers for single-family residential users

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Stantec Principal Dave Hyder talks to the Purcellville Town Council about his firm’s proposed utility rate structure aimed to bolster the town’s diminishing utility funds.

and a fixed rate for all others. Single-family users would pay $9.20 per 1,000 gallons of use for 0-7,000 gallons, $13.81 per 1,000 gallons for 8,000-14,000 gallons, $18.41 per 1,000 gallons for 15,000-20,000 gallons and $23.01 per 1,000 gallons for usage exceeding 20,000 gallons. That would increase the average single-family user’s water bill by 5.33 percent, or by $11.60 per billing cycle, totaling $91.54 for a single water bill. The largest percentage of single-family users would see their bills increase by $9. Non-single-family users, on the other hand, would spend $9.47 per 1,000 gallons every billing cycle no matter how much water they use. The majority of those users would see their bills increase by anywhere from $3 to $12 per billing cycle, while 17 would see no increases and 115 would see reductions, the majority of which would see

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Leesburg Leaf Collection The Town of Leesburg Department of Public Works will be collecting loose leaves placed at the curb for residential bulk leaf collection starting Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Bulk leaf collection services will continue through the end of the year with a final collection for any leaves placed at the curb no later than December 29th. Please visit www.leesburgva. gov/publicworks for more information. You may also email streets@leesburgva.gov.

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15,000-20,000 gallons and $20.79 for usage exceeding 20,000 gallons. That means the water bill for the average single-family customer—those who use 8,000 gallons of water every two months—would increase by 1.88 percent, or by $4.10 per billing cycle, totaling $84.04 for a single water bill. The majority of single-family customers would see their bills remain level or increase by anywhere from $3 to $15 per billing cycle. Under that same four-tier structure, non-single-family residential users would pay the same fee in each tier, meaning a majority of them would see their bills level off or increase by $3. But 56 non-single-family users would see their bills decrease, the majority of which would decrease by $27 to $33. When looking at what those non-single-family home accounts are currently paying for water, Stantec’s four-tier structure would benefit them the most. Currently, those users are paying anywhere from $20.42 per 1,000 gallons for 100,000-150,000 gallons of usage to $57.26 per 1,000 gallons for usage exceeding 600,000 gallons. But Stantec’s proposed structure would see those users paying at most $20.79 per 1,000 gallons of usage exceeding 20,000 gallons.

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their bills go down by $3 to $18. But Stantec Principal Dave Hyder pushed the more moderate approach, noting that it would still provide the town with more revenue than the existing system, which, he said, was unsustainable. Hyder said that if the town were to retain its 17-tier system, non-residential water users would take “drastic measures” to reduce their water usage, which would further reduce the amount of revenue the town pulls in and result in a greater imbalance to the system. When Mayor Kwasi Fraser asked which water users had already left the system, members of the town’s finance department said Loudoun Golf & Country Club and the Purcellville Dialysis Center have both done so. After hearing all the options, Vice Mayor Tip Stinnette asked the two Stantec representatives present to develop a third alternative that would redo the rate structure while essentially keeping rates level for all users. Stantec is expected to present those findings at a future meeting, perhaps next week. The Town Council opted to cancel its Oct. 30 meeting to allow members time to digest the information Stantec presented. The council will call another meeting at that point to finish its discussions with the firm. Those discussions will include a third alternative structure and talks about chargebacks—the process of bolstering one fund with another. In this case, money from the town’s general fund could be flowed to the utility funds.

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Is this Loudoun Teen the Future of U.S. Fencing?

October 31, 2019

LOCO CULTURE

Sterling’s Joyce Hits the World Stage

When Michaela Joyce took her first fencing class four years ago, the sport filled her dreams for weeks. Michaela, now 15 and a rising star on the international fencing circuit, had found her passion. As the Sterling teen rises in world rankings, with a good shot at a world championship competition next year and Olympic dreams for 2024, she’s handling the pressure with joy and grace. “Sometimes I think there’s one thing that all of us have in life,” Michaela said. “There’s always something that just clicks. ...What clicks for me is fencing.” “She has fun with it. The thing that makes someone good at fencing is that they love it,” said Ilya Lobanenkov, Michaela’s coach and founder of Cardinal Fencing Academy in Sterling. “She’s very artistic on the strip, she has good reaction times and she’s joyful… She’s there because she wants to be there.” Michaela is an internationally ranked contender in the highly athletic epee event—one of three disciplines of competitive fencing. She recently took second place in the cadet (17 and under) division at the North American Cup in Kansas City, MO. She’s also a gifted student and one of several young role models for her sport as it grows in Northern Virginia. For Michaela, it started in sixth grade when Lobanenkov did a demo at her school, Nysmith School for the Gifted in Herndon. Already a promising volleyball and basketball player, Michaela brought her mom the flyer for the academy that afternoon and told her she had to give it a try. And the real draw was the psychological side of the sport. “I was just hooked,” Michaela said. “It’s physical chess. You’re creating a game. You’re building a way to win from the beginning. That mental aspect of the sport just took me away.” Michaela laughs when she remembers her first tournament at age 11, just three weeks after starting lessons at The National Fencing Foundation’s annual Capitol Clash Tournament in Maryland. “I fenced, I tried my best, I came in second to last place. ... I looked at my parents and said, ‘Mom and Dad, when I’m 12 I’m going to get top 16. When I’m 13, I’m going to get top 8 and when I’m 14, I’m going to win.” For the past four years, Michaela, a sophomore day student at the prestigious Madeira School in McLean, has balanced an increasingly packed competition schedule with a challenging academic load. It’s meant plenty of sacrifices for the teen and her parents. Michael and Johnetta Joyce have supported their daughter’s dream, traveling with Michaela to several international competitions every season and covering the costs of coaching, equipment and travel expenses. “She’s a natural, but what’s most important is that she loves it,” Johnetta said.

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Shocktober Friday, Nov. 1, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 2, 6-10 p.m. Paxton Campus, 601 Catoctin Circle, NE, Leesburg Details: shocktober.org It’s your last chance to catch this fall’s best haunted house. Shocktober’s Camp Carlheim theme offers fresh frights even for seasoned thrill seekers. General admission is $40 and fast passes are available for $50. Advance purchase is recommended.

Leesburg First Friday Friday, Nov. 1, 6-9:30 p.m. Downtown Leesburg Details: leesburgfirstfriday.com With more than 45 shops, galleries and restaurants open until 9 p.m. or later, First Friday is a celebration of live music, gallery openings, food and drink.

Artist’s Reception: Marc Sirinsky Friday, Nov. 1, 6 p.m. Art Sweet Art, 2B Loudoun St. SW Details: sweetartleesburg.com Norman K. Styer/Loudoun Now

Michaela Joyce spars with her coach, Ilya Lobanenkov, during a training session at Cardinal Fencing Academy in Sterling.

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Coach Ilya Lobanenkov says Michaela Joyce is a trailblazer for other area youth who are finding their passion for fencing.

The family has already traveled to Budapest, Hungary, this season and will head to France and Germany in coming months as Michaela becomes a well-known face on the international circuit, with friends and fans around the world. For the Joyces, these are sacrifices worth making for their only child, who always preferred sword fighting with her dad to playing with dolls. “I know I’ve only gotten to this spot because Coach Ilya and my parents were willing to invest in me and make sure I had everything I needed to be in the place I am today, and I’m just so grateful for that,” Michaela said. “Every lesson I put in 110 percent, 120 percent because I know what they’re doing for me. This is my way of giving back to them.” And Michaela’s combination of intelligence and athleticism may be just the right mix to take her all the way. “[In fencing] there’s an action and there could be six ways to defend yourself, but then the other person has seven ways to defend themselves from your defense,” Michaela said. The sport has always had a similar

appeal for Lobanenkov, who started around the same age as Michaela. Born in Russia, Lobanenkov emigrated to Seattle with his parents at age 12. He took his first lessons in the European-dominated sport in the Pacific Northwest with an old-school Ukranian coach. Lobanenkov graduated from Portland State University and initially worked in information technology but wound up using a severance package from an IT firm to pursue his passion in Budapest, training with champions in a country known for producing top-level fencers. When Lobanenkov moved back to the states, he chose the D.C. area to be near his parents in Bethesda and eventually got a full time coaching gig at the D.C. Fencers Club while he worked to build a program in Loudoun and Western Fairfax. Lobanenkov offered lessons and camps out of rented gyms in Reston and Sterling for several years and officially launched Cardinal Fencing Academy in an industrial space in Sterling in June, 2018. Lobanenkov said fencing is on the rise with young athletes in U.S. and the D.C. region thanks to a new generation of coaches who are focused on technique but also on making the sport fun. “We’ve really tried to introduce the joy of the sport to kids first,” he said. “Kids really light up when they see that it’s a sword fight with rules and etiquette...There’s this elitist mystique to it but we try to do a very inclusive approach.” Michaela loves working with younger children at the academy and is a great role model with her work ethic and positive attitude, Lobanenkov said. “She’s the first trailblazer who’s going places but she’s not going by herself. She’s bringing people with her.” To learn more about Cardinal Fencing Academy, go to cardinalfencing academy.com.

Noted Leesburg-based photographer Marc Sirinsky showcases the combination of traditional and contemporary techniques that give his work a nostalgic and slightly unsettling quality.

Purcellville Artisan Tour Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Town of Purcellville Details: purcellvilleartisantour.com Spend the day in Purcellville visiting local artists’ studios to learn more about their creative processes and inspiration and to buy their work. Self-guided tour is free.

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Pumpkin Chunkin’ at Great Country Farms Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Great Country Farms, 18780 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont Details: greatcountryfarms.com Bring your Jack-O-Lantern and give it a proper send-off. Smash it yourself at at the Silo Drop or the Zip Wire Sploosh or bring your pumpkin to our Pumpkin Drop Zone and watch it fall from a 40-foot lift.

Moore Con Saturday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claude Moore Recreation Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling Details: loudoun.gov

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Claude Moore hosts its first convention for all things fantasy, comic book, superhero, sci-fi, pop culture and video gaming and more. Event features games and events for kids and adults including cosplay contest, crafts, trivia contest, escape room and a video game contest. Admission is $12 per person, free for children under 3. Sunday, Nov. 3, 1-5 p.m. Goose Creek Friends Meeting House 18204 Lincoln Road, Lincoln Details: purcellvillehistory.ticketspice.com Enjoy a fall afternoon exploring the historic dirt roads around the village of Lincoln. Visit five historic homes and houses of worship and learn about the unique role they play in the community. All proceeds benefit the Loudoun Preservation Society’s preservation grants program. Tickets are $22.50 for adults and $10 for students. Children under 7 are free. Tickets can be purchased online or on the day of the tour at the Goose Creek Friends Meeting House (cash only).

Day of the Dead with River Driven Band

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B Chord Brewing, 34266 Williams Gap Road, Round Hill

Enjoy a low country boil from chef Justin Garrison and celebrate the release of Dirt Farm’s Spill the Tea Ale. Food is $15 per plate while supplies last.

NIGHTLIFE Boograss Costume and Dance Party Friday, Nov. 1, 7 p.m. Tally Ho Theater, 19 W. Market St., Leesburg Details: tallyhotheater.com The Woodshedders and The Short Hill Mountain Boys celebrate Halloween and Samhain with a bluegrass masquerade ball, costume contest and light show. Tickets are $15 in advance.

Friday, Nov. 1, 8-11 p.m.

Details: bchordbrewing.com Celebrate with Grateful Dead covers and original tunes from eclectic roots band River Driven. No cover.

Crooked Run Battle of the Bands Friday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m. Crooked Run Brewing, 22455 Davis Drive, Sterling Details: crookedrunbrewing.com Crooked Run’s new Battle of the Bands series kicks off with four local favorites. The competition continues through Nov. 29. No cover.

First Friday Pride Night Friday, Nov. 1, 8-11 p.m.

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Dragon Hops Brewing, 130 E. Main St., Purcellville Details: dragonhopsbrewing.com It’s a party with music by DJ SkyHigh, lots of food, beer, wine and cocktails.

Live Music: Robert Mabe Friday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m. Monk’s BBQ, 251 N. 21st St., Purcellville Details: monksq.com Mabe is a stellar banjo player and singer/ songwriter from the hills of North Carolina. His unique style covers a wide range of music from bluegrass to jazz, Irish and roots music. No cover.

Loudoun’s Largest Halloween Party Saturday, Nov. 2, noon-6 p.m. National Conference Center, 18980 Upper

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Creek’s Edge End of Harvest Bonfire Saturday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. Creek’s Edge Winery, 41255 Annas Lane, Lovettsville Details: creeksedgewinery.com Celebrate the end of the harvest season with a bonfire along with favorite Creek’s Edge wines and mulled wine.

Dirt Farm Low Country Boil Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3, noon7 p.m.

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October 31, 2019

Loudoun Fall Attractions Come to a Close

INTERNATIONAL TRIBUTE TO R.E.M.

DEAD LETTER OFFICE 11/02/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

ELECTRIC LYNNE ORCHESTRA: THE ELO SHOW 11/08/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

3RD ANNUAL CHAD DUKES VETERANS DAY JAMBOREE 11/09/19 DOORS: 5:00PM

Nappy Roots 11/14/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

So Fetch - All the best music from the 2000’s 11/15/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

There’s still time for one last hurrah for farm fun and fright nights before the Loudoun’s harvest festivals and haunted houses close for the season. Spend a beautiful fall weekend with the family at one of the area farms where you and the kids wander through a corn maze, slide down a giant hay hill, sample fresh apple cider, feed some animals and more. If you haven’t had your fill of Halloween thrills, you can dress up at one last costume party while sampling some of Loudoun’s finest brews or face your fears at a last haunted house weekend. Below are some of the events and attractions wrapping up in the next few days

FARM FESTIVALS Amazing Farm Fun at Ticonderoga Farms Last day: Sunday, Nov. 3 Hours: Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (entrance closes at 4 p.m.) Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (entrance closes at 5 p.m.)

It’s your final weekend to pack a picnic and bring the kids to Ticonderoga Farms for their Amazing Farm Fun. Attractions include spooky fun zones, hayrides, pedal karts, hillside slides and tunnels, giant jumping pillow, cow pow train ride, tot land, Noah’s Ark, petting animals, tire play, giant xylophone, bamboo panda puzzle maze, swinging bridge, teeter totters, wishing well, antique tractors and fire truck, fire pits, log cabin and castle lookout play areas and more. For details and pricing, go to ticonderoga.com.

Pumpkin Chunkin’ at Great Country Farms Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3 Hours: 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Say goodbye to your Halloween pumpkins in spectacular fashion on this two-day event where you can

smash your pumpkins yourself at a Silo Drop or the Zip Wire Sploosh. If you’d prefer spectator sports, bring your pumpkin to the Pumpkin Drop Zone, where they drop it from a 40-foot lift. All the pumpkins are either given to farm animals for food, or composted. For more details including admission price, go to greatcountryfarms.com.

Pumpkin Village and Fall Festival at Leesburg Animal Park Last day: Tuesday, Nov. 5 Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily

The park’s signature fall festival features kid-friendly activities such as giant hill slides, hayrides, moon bounces, pedal carts, corn bin, inflatable tree house slide, face painting, pumpkin bounce pillow, pet and feed live animals, and more. On Nov. 2 and 3, Mr. Jon and Friends take the stage at 11:00 a.m. For admission rates and details, go to pumpkinfestleesburg.com.

Temple Hall Fall Festival & Corn Maze Last Day: Tuesday, Nov. 5 Hours: Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 10 a.m.5 p.m.

Bring the whole family to play on our new giant hill slide and free digital scavenger hunt, as well as fall favorites such as the 20-acre corn maze, cow train, spider web, jumping pillows, pumpkin blasters, corn cannons and more. For fees and more details, go to novaparks.com/events/temple-hall-fall-festival.

HALLOWEEN EVENTS Loudoun’s Largest Halloween Party The National Conference Center Date: Saturday, Nov. 2 Hours: 12-6 p.m.

More than 25 Loudoun breweries will be pouring two different beers at this adults only, all-inclusive beer and food festival sponsored by the LoCo

Ale Trail and National Conference Center. Costumes are optional, with a costume contest for Scariest, Best Couple, Best Group, Most Original and Best Beer costumes taking place at 4 p.m. (No swords, guns, daggers, slingshots, etc. allowed). Food includes BBQ pork sliders, hot dogs, veggie dogs, homemade BBQ chips, cole slaw, baked beans and cookies. For details go eventbrite.com and search for “Loudoun’s Largest Halloween Party.”

Madhaunter’s Madhouse Pop-Up Haunted House Chefscape Leesburg Dates: Nov. 1-2 Hours: 4-11 p.m.

Families with younger children can experience this award-winning haunted house from 4-7 p.m. without the scares and actors for a less intense haunt; for hard-core fright fans ages 13 and older, the fun begins at 7 p.m. with full-throttle scares, special effects, lights and sounds. After escaping the madhouse, which is located in Chefscape’s event space, visitors can go to the fall hall where they can receive 5 percent off their food purchase that night. For pricing and details, go to madhaunter.com.

Shocktober 10th Anniversary Carlheim Manor Dates: Nov. 1-2 Hours: Friday 7-10 p.m., Saturday 6-10 p.m.

The Arc of Loudoun presents a 10th season of Leesburg’s award-winning Halloween experience at Carlheim Manor, a 150-year old mansion in Leesburg that is transformed into a haunted house each year to raise funds for the nonprofit dedicated to providing a lifetime of opportunities for people with disabilities. This year’s theme is “Camp Carlheim,” a haunted summer camp with a dark past. For more details and admission rates, go to shocktober.org.

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11/16/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

David Allen Coe 11/23/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

TWO NIGHTS OF ZEPPELIN: ZOSO - THE ULTIMATE LED ZEPPELIN EXPERIENCE 11/29/19 & 11/30/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

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CELEBRATION OF RORY GALLAGHER 12/05/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

Comedy night ft. 106.7’s danny rouhier 12/6/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

The amish outlaws 12/9/19 DOORS: 7:00PM

Dead Letter Office

The JoGo Project

Randy Thompson Band

International Tribute to REM Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. (doors) Tally Ho Theater tallyhotheater.com

Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 p.m. Crooked Run Brewing—Sterling crookedrunbrewing.com

Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 p.m. B Chord Brewing Company bchordbrewing.com

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Take Loudoun Home for the Holidays Local artisans, farms and boutiques offer unique gifts for the giving season. You’ve heard of farm to fork; how about farm to fashion? In a gorgeously rustic 18th century log cabin-turned-boutique on Shepherd’s Corner Farm south of Purcellville, fiber artist Rebecca Brouwer showcases her exquisite collection of handmade Gotland wool scarves, wraps, shawls and pillows for style-conscious Loudoun shoppers. Using a unique felting technique that combines delicate colored fabrics with light-as-air wools from her 31-strong flock of sheep, Brouwer’s intricate floral and peacock-feather designs would not look out of place on the cov-

er of Vogue, and are bringing haute couture to the bucoli c Loudoun hills. She’s not alone. From the exquisite handcrafted sterling silver jewelry of Lori DeMark in Purcellville, to the bespoke drapes and custom window treatments of Patty Ayers in Waterford, rural Loudoun is home to an array of talented designers—many of them women—and all inspiration for Take Loudoun Home, a campaign to promote often overlooked

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work of local artisans. Of course, rural Loudoun is more famous for edible products, and part of the campaign is to also drive the purchase of award-winning local wines, beer, whiskey, baked goods, cheeses, jams, organic meats and poultry from a myriad of wineries, breweries, farm stores and farmers markets. You don’t have to stay rural this holiday season to shop LoCo, however. Leesburg’s King Street has seen a slate of new shop openings, Brick and Mortar being an instant favorite. An upscale urban goods and guy-friendly gift store, pick up everything from retro Crosley record players and Stetson cowboy hats to ironic accoutrements such as Willie Nelson coffee beans. The Sunflower Shack next door is just as much fun with an eclectic collection of clothing, vintage board games, witty greeting cards and a treasure trove of “Penny Candy.” Just north of town, find a beloved antique

at the multi-story curiosity shop, Old Lucketts Store. Middleburg’s Washington Street is lined with classy boutiques and quirky gift stores. Pick up a tailored suit at raffish Highcliffe Clothiers, or a cashmere cocktail dress at Duchessa. The nearby Fun Shop and Christmas Sleigh sell hunt country accessories and home décor. Get an early start on the local arts and crafts scene this weekend at the Purcellville Artisan Tour, Nov. 2-3. If you’re short of time, there is always the ever-popular Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets, a perfect one-stop shop for Michael Kors haute couture and bargains on Burberry or Tory Burch bags. Opening this Fall is a new Design Within Reach outlet and a DKNY. The current rebuild of its pedestrian mall (with firepit) will give the complex a new lease of life in time for Black Friday sales. Either way, rural or urban, shop Loudoun this holiday season. For more information, go to visitloudoun.org and share the local products you take home using #TakeLoudounHome.

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Bush Tabernacle Skate and Dance Party

The LoCo Ale Trail and National Conference Center host a Halloween bash featuring 27 local breweries, a gourmet food buffet, a costume contest and a DJ. Tickets are $75, $25 for designated drivers. Advance purchase is required.

Saturday, Nov. 2, 7-11 p.m.

Dead Letter Office REM Tribute Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m.

Bush Tabernacle, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville Details: bushtabernacle.com Loudoun DJ spins great tunes as fans skate and dance old school. Tickets are $12 online, $15 at the door.

Tally Ho Theater, 19 W. Market St., Leesburg Details: tallyhotheater.com This acclaimed REM tribute features the big hits and dives deep into the catalog for diehard fans. Tickets are $15 in advance.

Comedy Night with Rahmein Saturday, Nov. 2, 6 p.m., doors open, 8 p.m., show begins Winery 32, 15066 Limestone School Road, Lucketts Details: winery32.com Rahmain Mostafavi has been charming crowds in the DC region with comic timing and charisma, combining social and political satire and observational comedy. Tickets are $25 in advance.

Live Music: The Brahman Noodles Saturday, Nov. 2, 7-11 p.m. Leesburg Moose Lodge, 43 Catoctin Circle SE, Leesburg Details: thebrahmannoodles.com Enjoy an evening of jug funk with the jamcoustic sounds of The Brahman Noodles performing new songs along with our old favorites from Jerry Garcia, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and other greats. No cover.

Live Music: The Randy Thompson Band Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 p.m. B Chord Brewing, 34266 Williams Gap Road, Round Hill Details: bchordbrewing.com With six albums into an eclectic career that has included several top 40 Americana releases, singer/songwriter Randy

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Lucketts Bluegrass: Nu-Blu Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Lucketts Community Center, 42361 Lucketts Road, Lucketts Details: luckettsbluegrass.org This hard-driving bluegrass band led by Daniel and Carolyn Routh slides seamlessly between bluegrass, country and roots music. Tickets are $17 at the door, $5 for youth 3 to 17.

COMING UP Purcellville Turkey Trot 5K Sunday, Nov. 10, 8 a.m. Loudoun Valley Community Center, 320 W School St., Purcellville Details: facebook.com/LVCCTurkeyTrot This community 5K through beautiful Purcellville is a local favorite. Registration fee is $35 through Nov. 9 and $40 on race day. Proceeds support programming and financial aid at Loudoun Valley Community center.

Legal Notices

The LOUDOUN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room on the first floor of the County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following:

SPEX-2019-0026 HAMILTON SERVICE STATION

ZCPA-2019-0004, ZMOD-2019-0007 & ZMOD-2019-0008 GRAMERCY DISTRICT

(Special Exception)

ZCPA-2019-0011 & ZMOD-2019-0028 HEIFETZ LANDSCAPE BUFFER

(Zoning Concept Plan Amendment & Zoning Modification) Andrew Heifetz and Amy Heifetz of Chantilly, Virginia, have submitted an application to amend the Concept Development Plan (“CDP”) and Proffers approved with ZMAP‑1991‑0005 and ZCPA‑1995‑0006, South Riding, in order to eliminate the 25‑foot‑wide landscape buffer to allow for the construction of a sport court, with no resulting change in density in the PD‑H4 (Planned Development‑Housing) zoning district. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§4‑109(C)(2), Planned Development – Housing, Site Planning – External Relationships, Uses adjacent to single‑ family, agricultural, or residential districts or land bays allowing residential uses.

Reduce the permanent open space buffer along the rear boundary of the subject property from 50 feet to 0 feet.

BG Loudoun Station, L.L.C., of Chantilly, Virginia, has submitted an application to amend the Concept Development Plan (“CDP”) and Proffers approved with ZMAP‑2002‑0005, Loudoun Station, ZCPA‑2012‑0001, Loudoun Station, and ZCPA‑2015‑0014, Loudoun Station/Gramercy District in order to: 1) Increase permitted density; 2) Establish a new proffer statement specific to the Gramercy District; 3) Permit off‑site parking; 4) Establish new design guidelines; and 5) Eliminate proffered requirement to establish a Sub-Association and Sub-Design Review Board. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§4‑1102(C), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Location, Size and Components, District Subareas.

Permit only one district subarea, the Inner Core, within the PD‑TRC zoning district. Revision of modification approved with ZCPA-2015-0014.

§4‑1106(E)(1), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Lot Requirements, Other Yard Requirements, Adjacent to Roads.

Reduce the required setback from an arterial road from 100 feet to 20 feet for buildings on PINs 089‑45‑6692 and 089‑ 36‑0535.

§4‑1107(B)(1), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Building Requirements, Building Height, Maximum Height.

Increase the maximum permitted building height from 175 feet to 225 feet within the Inner Core of the PD‑TRC zoning district. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZCPA-2015-0014.

§4‑1108(A)(1), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Number of Dwelling Units Per Acre, Inner and Outer Core Subareas.

Increase the number of dwelling units per acre in the Inner Core at the rail phase from 50 dwelling units per acre to 152 dwelling units per acre.

§4‑1102(C)(1), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Location, Size and Components, District Subareas, Inner Core And

The subject property is located in the PD‑H4 (Planned Development‑Housing) zoning district. The subject property is approximately 0.294 acre in size and is located on the east side of Mink Meadows Street (Route 2210), east of Iverson Drive (Route 2244) at 43651 Mink Meadows Street, Chantilly, Virginia, in the Dulles Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 099‑46‑4205. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area, Suburban Neighborhood Place Type), which designate this area primarily for Single Family detached and attached Residential uses that are integrated in a walkable street pattern at a recommended density of up to 4 dwelling units per acre.

ZMAP-2019-0007, SPEX-2019-0014, ZMOD-2019-0013 & ZMOD-2019-0014 STERLING MEADOW (Zoning Map Amendment, Special Exception & Zoning Modifications)

Sterling Meadow, LLC, of Ashburn, Virginia, have submitted applications for the following: 1) To rezone approximately 9.985 acres from the PD‑CC‑SC (Planned Development‑Commercial Center‑Small Regional Center) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the R‑16 (Townhouse/Multifamily Residential) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to permit development of 166 stacked Multi‑Family Residences at a density of 16.6 dwelling units per acre; and 2) A Special Exception to permit the modification of Section 7‑903(C)(2)(a) and (c) to reduce the front and rear yard requirements for multi‑family structures from 25 feet to 14 feet. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, and the modification of the minimum yard requirements for affordable dwelling unit developments is authorized by Special Exception under Section 7‑903(C)(3), R‑16 Townhouse/Multi‑family District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards. The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§3‑608(B), R‑16 Townhouse/Multifamily Residential, Additional Development Standards, Off Street Parking.

Eliminate the requirement off street parking for multifamily dwellings is only permitted when off street parking is sufficiently bermed and screened so that the parking areas are not visible from the street.

§3‑610(A), R‑16 Townhouse/Multifamily Residential, Development Setback and Access From Major Roads, Private Streets.

(Zoning Concept Plan Amendment & Zoning Modifications)

Permit commercial uses be accessed from private streets.

The subject property is approximately 9.985 acres composed of one parcel and a portion of a larger parcel and is located on the south side of Tripleseven Road (Route 777), south of Westwick Court (Route 1660), at 45980 Regal Plaza, Sterling, Virginia, in the Algonkian Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PINs: 029‑40‑8452 and 029‑40‑8502 (portion). The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy) in the Suburban Mixed Use Place Type, which support a mix of Residential, Commercial, Entertainment, Cultural, and Recreational uses at a recommended Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of up to 1.0.

§4‑1109(A) and (C), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Mix of Uses, Inner and Outer Core Subareas.

Utilize gross square footage in lieu of gross land area to determine the percentage of uses in the Inner Core of the PD-TRC zoning district.

Reduce the cumulative minimum of Office, Commercial and Retail Services in the Inner Core of the PD‑TRC zoning district to a combined 15 percent. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZMAP-20020005. Eliminate the requirement that the minimum percentage in all categories must be achieved in order to exceed the minimum percentage in any one category within the PD‑TRC zoning district. Reaffirmation of modification approved with ZMAP-2002-0005.

§4‑1109(D), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Mix of Uses, Inner and Outer Core Subareas.

Allow single-use buildings within the Inner Core.

§4‑1110(D), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Land Use Arrangement and Use Limitations.

Permit a maximum block length of 600 feet without the need for a mid‑block through alley.

§4‑1111(C), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Off Street Parking Facility, Freestanding.

Permit use of architectural elements or landscaping on or adjacent to freestanding parking structures to shield vehicles parked within such structures from the view of motorists using the street. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZCPA-20150014.

§4‑1112, PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Building Orientation.

Permit buildings and their principal entrances to be oriented away from adjacent neighborhood and collector streets and towards surface parking lots and adjacent neighborhood and collector streets within the PD‑TRC zoning district as an interim condition until such time as parking structures are constructed. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZCPA-20150014.

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M S M Holdings, L.L.C., of Hamilton, Virginia, has submitted an application for a Special Exception for the termination of a non-conforming status of an existing Automobile Service Station use and establish this use as a lawfully existing use and install a canopy over the fueling stations in the AR‑1 (Agricultural Rural–1) zoning district. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, and a non‑conforming use or structure may be deemed to be in conformity with the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance and allowed to continue and to expand as a lawfully existing use or structure through the issuance of Special Exception approval in accordance with Section 1‑405. The subject property is located in the AR‑1 (Agricultural Rural–1) zoning district. The subject property is approximately 0.485 acres in size and is located on the north side of East Colonial Highway (Business Route 7), east of Northwoods Place (Route 1132) at 39258 East Colonial Highway, Hamilton, Virginia in the Catoctin Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 382‑39‑6715. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Rural Policy Area, Rural North Place Type), which designate this area for complementary Agricultural, Rural Business, and Tourism uses that constitute Loudoun’s Rural Economy and low‑density Rural Residential uses at a density of up to one dwelling unit per 20 acres.

October 31, 2019

PUBLIC HEARING

October 31, 2019

Legal Notices §4‑1113(B), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Pedestrian‑ Oriented Building Placement and Uses.

§4‑1117(B), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Parking Requirements.

Within the Inner Core subarea of the Subject Property, a minimum of 30%, as opposed to the required minimum of 70%, of first floor building frontage of Loudoun Station Drive (f/k/a Loudoun Station Boulevard – West) shall contain pedestrian‑ oriented development. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZMAP-20020005. Permit off‑street parking lots between the principal entrance of a building and the street within the PD‑TRC zoning district as an interim condition until such time as parking structures are constructed. Reaffirmation of modification approved with ZCPA-2015-0014.

§4‑1117(I), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Parking Requirements.

Permit, after rail service is available, surface parking to meet up to 100% of the parking requirements of new buildings in the Inner Core subarea.

§4‑1121(B), PD‑TRC‑Transit Related Center, Inner and Outer Core Subareas, Development Setback and Access from Major Roads, Private Streets.

Permit private streets to serve all residential and non-residential uses within the PDTRC zoning district. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZMAP-20020005.

§5‑900(A)(2), Access and Setbacks from Specific Roads and W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks From Roads, Route 267.

Reduce the required setback from the Dulles Greenway (Route 267) from 150 feet to 20 feet for buildings on PINs 089‑ 45‑6692 and 089‑36‑0535.

§5‑1406(E)(2), Buffering and Screening, Determination of Buffer Yard Requirements, Special Situations.

Eliminate the required Type 3 Buffer Yard along the property line adjoining the Dulles Greenway. Re-affirmation of modification approved with ZMAP-2002-0005.

The subject property is located within the AI (Airport Impact) Overlay District, outside of but within one (1) mile of the Ldn 60, aircraft noise contour. The subject property is approximately 13.82 acres in size and is located on the northeast side of the Dulles Greenway (Route 267), southeast of Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020), and northwest of Loudoun County Parkway (Route 607), in the Broad Run Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as follows: PIN 089‑36‑1174

PROPERTY ADDRESS N/A

089‑45‑6692

N/A

089‑36‑0535

N/A

The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Urban Policy Area (Urban Transit Center Place Type)) which designate this area for a mix of Multi‑Family Residential, Office, Retail and Service Commercial uses at a minimum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 2.0 for areas within ¼ mile of a Metrorail Station and a minimum FAR of 1.4 for areas more than ¼ mile from a Metrorail Station.

ZMAP-2019-0003 & SPEX-2019-0003 LUCK/HAYDEN/LOUDOUN WATER PROPERTY (Zoning Map Amendment & Special Exception)

Luck Stone Corporation of Richmond, Virginia and Loudoun Water of Ashburn, Virginia have submitted applications for the following 1) To rezone approximately 61.2 acres from the MR‑HI (Mineral Resource – Heavy Industry) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the PD‑GI (Planned Development – General Industry) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to develop up to 1,066,338 square feet of data center uses and uses accessory to data center uses including but not limited to office space and building accessory to and in support of data center uses; and, 2) A Special Exception to modify the conditions of approval and special exception plat associated with SPEX‑2009‑0021 in order to relocate primary site access. The subject property is located partially within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District), outside of but within one (1) mile of the Ldn 60 aircraft noise contour(s), within the QN (Quarry Notification) Overlay District ‑ Luck Stone Quarry and Luck Stone Quarry Note Area, and partially within the Reservoir Protection Area. The subject property is approximately 112.38 acres in size and is located on the north side of the Dulles Greenway and on the west side of Goose Creek in the Catoctin Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as follows: PIN

PROPERTY ADDRESS

194‑49‑8227 (portion of)

42350 Red Triangle Lane, Leesburg, Virginia

152‑25‑5356 (portion of)

N/A

153‑35‑5865

42400 Clearwater Glen Circle, Leesburg, Virginia

The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Transition Policy Area (Transition Light Industrial and Transition Industrial/Mineral Extraction Place Types)), which designate this area for light industrial, industrial, and mineral extraction uses at a recommended Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of up to 0.60.

ZCPA-2019-0001, ZCPA-2019-0012 & SPEX-2019-0004 LUCK STONE WEST QUARRY (Zoning Concept Plan Amendments & Special Exception) Luck Stone Corporation of Richmond, Virginia, has submitted applications for the following: 1) To amend the Concept Development Plan (“CDP”) and Proffers associated with ZMAP‑2009‑ 0004, in order to revise previously approved quarry limits; 2) To amend the CDP and Proffers associated with ZMAP‑2009‑0003, in order to revise previously approved overburden storage area associated with quarry uses; and 3) A Special Exception to permit quarrying uses and to amend the quarry pit limits approved with SPEX‑2009‑0027. These applications are subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, and the proposed uses are listed as a Special Exception use under Section 3‑1004(A), pursuant to Sections 3‑1007 and 3‑1008. The subject property is located partially within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District), outside of but within one (1) mile of the Ldn 60 aircraft noise contour(s), within the QN (Quarry Notification) Overlay District ‑ Luck Stone Quarry and Luck Stone Quarry Note Area, and partially within the Reservoir Protection Area. The portion of the property that is subject to requested CDP/Proffer revisions is approximately 314.1 acres in size. The portion of the property that is subject to the Special Exception is approximately 98.8 acres in size, and located generally within the same limits of the above applications. The property is located on the north side of the Dulles Greenway and on the west side of Goose Creek in the Catoctin Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as follows:

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151‑16‑0598 (portion of)

41551 Cochran Mill Road, Leesburg, Virginia

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152‑36‑1675

20136 Stonewater Lane, Leesburg, Virginia

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152‑25‑5356 (portion of)

N/A

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ZMAP-2019-0018 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING MAP REGARDING EXPANSION AND REDUCTION OF THE QUARRY NOTIFICATION OVERLAY DISTRICT FOR LUCK STONE LEESBURG QUARRY (Zoning Map Amendment)

Pursuant to Sections 15.2‑2204 and 15.2‑2285 of the Code of Virginia, Section 6‑1200 of the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance and a Resolution adopted by the Board of Supervisors on October 17, 2019, the Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice of a proposed amendment to the Zoning Map for the purpose of amending the boundaries of the QN (Quarry Notification) Overlay District. The QN amendment is proposed in conjunction with proposed amendments to the Luck Stone Leesburg Quarry as proposed by ZMAP‑2019‑0003 & SPEX‑2019‑0003, Luck/Hayden/Loudoun Water Property, and ZCPA‑2019‑0001, ZCPA‑2019‑0012 & SPEX‑2019‑0004, Luck Stone West Quarry. Proposed amendments to the Luck Stone Leesburg Quarry would expand the existing boundaries of the QN in certain areas to encompass additional properties and additional portions of properties that would be located within 3,000 feet of the expanded quarry area, and reduce the existing boundaries of the QN in other areas to remove properties or portions of properties that are no longer within 3,000 feet of property approved for quarry uses. The area proposed to be mapped and zoned as QN is generally located south of the W&OD Trail, east and north of Sycolin Road (Route 625), and west of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), in the Catoctin Election District, and includes lots and parcels located within the Goose Creek Village subdivision. Properties that are located within, or partially within, the area proposed to be mapped and zoned as QN are more particularly described as follows: PIN

PROPERTY ADDRESS

115‑17‑0716

20380 Farmgate Terrace, Ashburn VA

193‑36‑4150

N/A

193‑26‑9072

20254 Sycolin Rd, Leesburg VA

193‑26‑9027

20280 Sycolin Rd Leesburg VA

114‑19‑4181

19891 Naple Lakes Terr., Ashburn VA

114‑39‑3106

43409 Ballantine Pl, Ashburn VA

191‑30‑3253

894 Rhonda Pl SE, Leesburg VA

191‑40‑6654

836 Hawks Run Ct SE, Leesburg VA

237‑39‑5293

41453 Hogeland Mill Rd, Leesburg VA

112‑16‑8485

19120 Chartered Creek Pl, Leesburg VA

112‑16‑8776

19124 Chartered Creek Pl, Leesburg VA

193‑46‑2814

41087 Cochran Mill Rd, Leesburg VA

193‑36‑3375

N/A

153‑28‑4438

N/A

153‑28‑3852

42740 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑4053

42742 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑4253

42744 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑4453

42746 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑4553

42748 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑4753

42750 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑5054

42752 Tunstall Terr., Ashburn VA

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42743 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42745 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42747 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42754 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42756 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42758 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42760 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42762 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42764 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

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42766 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑38‑7679

42770 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑38‑7979

42772 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

192‑16‑3634

20028 Sycolin Rd, Leesburg VA

192‑16‑6682

N/A

153‑39‑2701

42827 Churchhill Downs Dr., Ash., VA

153‑28‑6154

20580 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20582 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20584 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20586 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20588 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20590 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20592 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20594 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20596 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20598 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20600 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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20602 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20604 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20606 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20608 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20610 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20612 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20614 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20616 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

153‑28‑6154

20618 Maitland Terr., Ashburn VA

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153‑28‑1023 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101 153‑27‑9101

20649 Smollet Terr., Ashburn VA 42694 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42696 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42698 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42700 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42702 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42704 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42706 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42708 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42710 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42712 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42714 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42716 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA

The proposed amendment of the Zoning Map to expand the boundaries of the QN would not change the general usages and density ranges permitted by the underlying zoning districts for the above listed properties. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Transition Policy Area (Transition Industrial/Mineral Extraction, Transition Light Industrial, and Transition Large Lot Neighborhood) and Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Industrial/Mineral Extraction, Suburban Employment, Suburban Mixed Use, and Suburban Neighborhood)), which support: 1) Mineral extraction at densities up to 0.60 Floor Area Ratio (FAR) in the Transition Policy Area (Transition Industrial/Mineral Extraction); 2) Low‑traffic light industrial and employment uses at densities up to 0.60 FAR in the Transition Policy Area (Transition Light Industrial); 3) Residential uses at densities up to one dwelling unit per 10 acres in the Transition Policy Area (Transition Large Lot Neighborhood); 4) Large manufacturing and other productive uses at densities up to 0.60 FAR in the Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Industrial/Mineral Extraction); 5) Employment uses at densities up to 1.0 FAR in the Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Employment); 6) Compact, pedestrian‑oriented environments with a mix of residential, commercial, entertainment, cultural, and recreational amenities at densities up to 1.0 FAR (up to 1.5 FAR may be achieved through the provision of additional project elements) in the Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Mixed Use); and, 7) Predominantly residential uses on medium‑to‑large lots at densities up to 4 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) or up to 6 du/ac for infill development, or non‑residential densities up to 1.0 FAR in the Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Neighborhood). The public purposes for this amendment is to achieve the purposes of zoning set forth in Section 15.2‑2200 and 15.2‑2283 of the Code of Virginia, including, without limitation, furtherance of the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice, and facilitating the creation of a convenient, attractive and harmonious community.

Properties that are proposed to be removed from the QN overlay district are described as follows: PIN

PROPERTY ADDRESS

154‑45‑5373 153‑16‑3488 153‑27‑8675 153‑27‑8478 153‑27‑8380 153‑27‑8282 153‑27‑8184 153‑27‑7986 153‑27‑7888 153‑27‑7691 153‑27‑7593 153‑28‑1473 153‑27‑7396 153‑27‑7298 153‑28‑0197 153‑28‑0397 153‑27‑7100 153‑27‑6902 153‑28‑0006 153‑28‑0206 153‑28‑0406 153‑28‑0606 153‑28‑0807 153‑28‑1007 153‑28‑0215 153‑28‑1116 153‑28‑0218 153‑28‑1119 153‑28‑1021

20776 Sycolin Rd Ashburn VA 20810 Sycolin Rd Ashburn VA 20685 Sycolin Rd Ashburn VA 20683 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20681 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20679 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20677 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20675 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20673 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20671 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20667 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA N/A 20665 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 20663 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 42702 Redpath Terr., Ashburn VA 42704 Redpath Terr., Ashburn VA 20661 Redpath Terr., Ashburn VA 20659 Erskine Terr., Ashburn VA 42721 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42723 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42725 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42727 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42729 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 42731 Telford Terr., Ashburn VA 20639 Lister Terr., Ashburn VA 20655 Smollet Terr., Ashburn VA 20637 Lister Terr., Ashburn VA 20653 Smollet Terr., Ashburn VA 20651 Smollet Terr., Ashburn VA

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PROPERTY ADDRESS 42741 Keiller Terr., Ashburn VA

October 31, 2019

PIN 153‑28‑4262

October 31, 2019

Legal Notices ZMAP-2019-0012, ZMOD-2019-0030, ZMOD-2019-0031, ZMOD-20190032, ZMOD-2019-0033, ZMOD-2019-0034, & SPEX-2019-0025 CATTAIL RUN (Zoning Map Amendment, Special Exception, and Zoning Modifications)

Cattail Leesburg, L.C. of McLean, Virginia, has submitted an application to rezone approximately 95.26 acres from the JLMA‑3 (Joint Land Management Area ‑3) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance and the RC (Rural Commercial) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the PD‑H3 (Planned Development – Housing 3) zoning district administered as R‑8 (Residential ‑8) under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to develop up to 250 dwelling units, which may include between 175 and 200 single family detached dwelling units and between 50 and 75 single family attached dwelling units. A portion of the subject property is located within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District). The applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance and Land Subdivision and Development Ordinance (LSDO) modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§3‑506(D), R‑8 Single Family Residential, Lot Requirements, Length/Width Ratio.

Increase the maximum length/width ratio from 6:1 to 7:1.

§3‑507(E)(2), R‑8 Single Family Residential, Lot Requirements for Traditional Design Option for Single Family Detached, Lot Design Requirements.

Reduce the minimum required garage setback from 20 feet to 10 feet behind the front line of the unit.

§3‑507(G) R‑8 Single Family Residential, Lot Requirements for Traditional Design Option for Single Family Detached, Minimum Buffer.

Eliminate the requirement for a 50‑foot, Type 2 buffer yard and screening along the northern rezoning boundary for lots adjacent to park land/ open space and along the boundary with the property subject to ZMAP‑2018‑0007.

§3‑509(C) R‑8 Single Family Residential, Lot Requirements for Traditional Design Option for Single Family Detached, Additional Development Standards, Minimum Buffer.

§3‑511(A), Development Setback and Access from Major Roads, Private Streets.

Include single family detached units in the list of uses permitted to be served by private streets

§4‑110(B), Planned Development‑ Housing, Site Planning – Internal Relationships.

Include single family detached units in the list of uses permitted to be served by private streets.

§4‑110(I)(2), Planned Development‑ Housing, Site Planning – Internal Relationships, Uses adjacent to single‑ family residential, or agricultural and residential districts or land bays allowing residential uses.

Eliminate the requirement for a 50‑foot, Type 2 buffer yard and screening for of less than 20,000 square feet that are adjacent to park land/open space and along the boundary with the property subject to ZMAP‑2018‑0007.

§5‑102(C), Accessory Uses and Structures, Use Limitations.

Permit accessory uses and structures to be within the required side and rear yard setbacks.

§5‑200(B)(6)(a), Permitted Structures in Required Yards and Setbacks, In any yard or setback, except the front yard or setback.

Reduce the minimum distance between structures from sixteen feet to minimum ten feet.

LSDO SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§1245.02.1 Development Standards, Private Access Easement Roads and Private Streets, Class III Roads.

Permit all lots to be served by private access easements or Class III Roads in the PD‑H4/R‑8 Zoning District.

The modification of the lot and building requirements for affordable dwelling unit developments is authorized by Special Exception under Section 7‑803, pursuant to which the Applicant requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§7‑803(C)(1)(c), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Rear.

Reduce the minimum rear yard from 25 feet to 5 feet for accessory structures.

§7‑803(C)(2)(a), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Front.

Reduce the minimum front yard from 15 feet to 12 feet for rear load units.

§7‑803(C)(2)(b), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Side.

§7‑803(C)(2)(c) R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Rear.

Reduce the minimum side yard from 8 feet to 5 feet for end units And Eliminate the minimum side yard requirement for accessory structures. Reduce the minimum rear yard from 15 feet to 5 feet for accessory structures.

The subject property is approximately 95.26 acres in size and is located on the east side of Battlefield Parkway, north of Fort Evans Road and south of Edwards Ferry Road in the Catoctin Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as follows: PIN

PROPERTY ADDRESS

147‑16‑4251

N/A

147‑19‑1857

N/A

147‑27‑7012

N/A

147‑28‑4907

N/A

147‑37‑7210

N/A

The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area), in the Leesburg JLMA Residential Neighborhood place type which designates this area for predominately residential uses at a density of four dwelling units per acre. Unless otherwise noted above, full and complete copies of the above-referenced amendments, applications, ordinances and/or plans, and related documents may be examined in the Loudoun County Department of Building and Development, County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., 2nd Floor, Leesburg, Virginia, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday or call 703-777-0220, or electronically at www. loudoun.gov/lola. This link also provides an additional opportunity for public input on active applications. Additionally, documents may be viewed and downloaded electronically the week before the hearing at www.loudoun.gov/pc. For further information, contact the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-777-0246. Citizens are encouraged to call in advance to sign up to speak at the public hearing. If you wish to sign up in advance of the hearing, please call the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-777-0246 prior to 12:00 PM on the day of the public hearing. Speakers may also sign up at the hearing. Written comments are welcomed at any time and may be sent to the Loudoun County Planning Commission, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., 3rd Floor, MSC #62, Leesburg, Virginia 20175, or by e-mail to loudounpc@loudoun.gov. If written comments are presented at the hearing, please provide ten (10) copies for distribution to the Commission and the Clerk’s records. All members of the public will be heard as to their views pertinent to these matters. Any individual representing and/or proposing to be the sole speaker on behalf of a citizen’s organization or civic association is encouraged to contact the Department of Planning and Zoning prior to the date of the public hearing if special arrangements for additional speaking time and/or audio-visual equipment will be requested. Such an organization representative will be allotted 6 minutes to speak, and the Chairman may grant additional time if the request is made prior to the date of the hearing and the need for additional time is reasonably justified. Citizens are encouraged to call the Department of Planning and Zoning on the day of the public hearing to confirm that an item is on the agenda, or, the most current agenda may be viewed on the Planning Commission’s website at www.loudoun.gov/ pc. In the event that the second Thursday is a holiday or the meeting may not be held due to inclement weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend, the meeting will be moved to the third Tuesday of the month. In the event that Tuesday is a holiday or the Tuesday meeting may not be held due to inclement weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend, the meeting will be held on the following Thursday. The meeting will be held at a place determined by the Chairman.

§7‑803(B)(1), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Lot width, Single family detached, suburban.

Reduce the minimum lot width from 40 feet to 5 feet for pipestem lots.

§7‑803(C)(1)(a), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards,Front.

Hearing assistance is available for meetings in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room. FM Assistive Listening System is available at the meetings at all other locations. If you require any type of reasonable accommodation as a result of a physical, sensory or mental disability to participate in this meeting, contact the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-777-0246. Please provide three days’ notice.

Reduce the minimum front yard from 15 feet to 12 feet.

BY ORDER OF:

§7‑803(C)(1)(b), R‑8 Single Family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Side.

Reduce the minimum side yard from 8 feet to 5 feet for principal structures And Eliminate the minimum side yard requirement for accessory structures.

FRED JENNINGS, CHAIRMAN LOUDOUN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION 10/31/19 & 11/07/19

Legal Notices NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST A RELEASE OF FUNDS

COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE § 8.01-316

Case No.:

JJ037203-01-01 JJ037202-01-01 JJ037201-01-01

Loudoun County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Donovan, Jaelah, and Key-Moni Thompson Loudoun County Department of Family Services /v. John W. Thompson, father

These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the County of Loudoun.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about November 19, 2019, the County of Loudoun will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, as well as Project Based Vouchers under the Section 8(o) of the US Housing Act of 1937, as amended, to undertake a project known as: Mt. Sterling Senior Housing: Project involves the construction of 98 apartments on a 22 acre parcel of land South of Bartholomew Fair Drive and directly East of Price Cascades Plaza Drive in Sterling, Virginia 20164. The project will provide affordable housing for those 62 or older. The project was awarded $200,000 from CDBG and 10 Project Based Vouchers with an estimated value of $2,160,000.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The County of Loudoun has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at Loudoun County Department of Family Services, 102 Heritage Way, N.E., Suite 103, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the Loudoun County Department of Family Services, 102 Heritage Way, N.E., Suite 103 Leesburg, VA 20176-4544. All written comments received by 5:00 p.m. on November 19, 2019, will be considered by the County of Loudoun prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION The County of Loudoun certifies to HUD that Tim Hemstreet, in his capacity as County Administrator of Loudoun County, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows the County of Loudoun to use Program funds.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF LOUDOUN COUNTY

Case No: CA 19-3324

LIONEL G. DUCKWITZ and MARSHA A. DUCKWITZ, a/k/a MARSHA A. WEBB Plaintiffs v. BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY, et al, Defendants

ORDER OF PUBLICATION THE OBJECT OF THIS SUIT is for Plaintiffs, LIONEL G. DUCKWITZ and

MARSHA A. DUCKWITZ, a/k/a MARSHA A. WEBB, to obtain the release and

The object of this suit is to: hold a dispositional hearing regarding child protective orders pursuant to Virginia Code § 16.1-253 for Donovan, Jaelah and Key-Moni Thompson.

sicharge of record of a certain deed of trust recorded June 3, 1985 in Deed Book 0866 at Page 0114 among the land records of Loudound County, Virginia, decuring a Note payable to

It is ORDERED that the defendant John W. Thompson, father appear at the above-named Court and protect his interests on or before November 7, 2019 at 10:00 am.

and encumbering a parcel of real property located in Loudoun County, Virginia and having a street address of 115 Magnolia Road, Sterling, VA 20164.

10/10, 10/17, 10/24 & 10/31/19

IT APPEARs by Affidavit filed herein that BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY is a foreign corporation whose corporate existence has been dissolved pursuant to Articles of Dissolution filed with the State of Maryland, and that due diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the whereabouts of BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY, and therefore,

ORDER OF PUBLICATION COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE § 8.01-316

Case No.:

JJ040697-10-01

Loudoun County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Didier Rosales Flores Loudoun County Department of Family Services /v. Didier Rosales Flores

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the County of Loudoun’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the County of Loudoun; (b) the County of Loudoun has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD, 820 First Street, NE Suite 300, Washington D.C. 20002, Attention Ms. Christine Jenkins, Director, District of Columbia Public and Indian Housing Program Center. Potential objectors should contact HUD at (202) 275-6306, to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

VIRGINIA:

The object of this suit is to: hold a foster care review hearing and review of foster care plan pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 16.1-282 and 16.1281 for Didier Rosales Flores It is ORDERED that the defendant Didier Rosales Flores appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before November 12, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.. 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, & 11/14/19

BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY

IT IS ORDERED that BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY appear before

the Circuit Court of Loudoun County, Virginia, 18 East Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia, 20176 on or before January 3, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. and protect its interests. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the above Order be published once a week for four (4) successive weeks in Loudoun Now, a newspaper of general circulation in Loudoun County, Virginia. Loudoun Now is located at 15 N. King St., Suite 101, Leesburg VA 20176. The Clerk of this Court shall post this Order at the front door of the Courthouse, and shall mail a copy of this Order to BANCSMITHS MORTGAGE COMPANY at their last known address at 32 South Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 10/31, 11/07, 11/14 & 11/21/19

Tim Hemstreet, County Administrator Certifying Officer

NOTICE OF IMPOUNDMENT OF ABANDONED VEHICLES This notice is to inform the owner and any person having a security interest in their right to reclaim the motor vehicle herein described within 15 days after the date of storage charges resulting from placing the vehicle in custody, and the failure of the owner or persons having security interests to exercise their right to reclaim the vehicle within the time provided shall be deemed a waiver by the owner, and all persons having security interests of all right, title and interest in the vehicle, and consent to the sale of the abandoned motor vehicle at a public auction. This notice shall also advise the owner of record of his or her right to contest the determination by the Sheriff that the motor vehicle was “abandoned”, as provided in Chapter 630.08 of the Loudoun County Ordinance, by requesting a hearing before the County Administrator in writing. Such written request for a hearing must be made within 15 days of the notice. YR. MAKE 1998

CHEVY

1995

FORD

MODEL CORVETTE

VIN

NISSAN

10/31/19 & 11/07/19

ALTIMA

PHONE#

LCSO IMPOUND LOT

703-777-0610

1FTEC14H2THA05252

LCSO IMPOUND LOT

703-777-0610

LCSO IMPOUND LOT

703-777-0610

AL’S TOWING

703-435-8888

JAGUAR 2006

STORAGE

1G1YY22GBW5128976

1N4AL11D56C133689

October 31, 2019 County of Loudoun P.O. Box 7000 1 Harrison Street, SE Leesburg, VA 20177 703-777-0200

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

October 31, 2019

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND

October 31, 2019

Legal Notices NOTICE OF GENERAL AND SPECIAL ELECTION November 5, 2019 A General and Special Election to elect Members, Virginia Senate, Members, House of Delegates, Commonwealth’s Attorney, Sheriff, Commissioner of Revenue and Treasurer, Chairman, Board of Supervisors, Members, Board of Supervisors, Member, School Board At Large, Members, School Board, Soil and Water Conservation Directors, and four Loudoun County bond questions on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. The polls – which are listed below – will open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. Officers of Election will take the name of any qualified voter who is in line at the polling place by 7:00 p.m. and all such voters will be permitted to vote. 107 Little River, Little River Elementary School, 43464 Hyland Hills St., South Riding 108 Mercer, Mercer Middle School, 42149 Greenstone Dr., Aldie 112 Freedom, Freedom High School, 25450 Riding Center Dr., South Riding 114 Dulles South, Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, 24950 Riding Center Dr., South Riding 117 Carter, Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School, 43330 Loudoun Reserve Dr., Ashburn 118 Moorefield, National Recreation and Park Assn., 22377 Belmont Ridge Rd., Ashburn 119 Arcola, Arcola Elementary School, 41740 Tall Cedars Pkwy., Aldie 120 Lunsford, J. Michael Lunsford Middle School, 26020 Ticonderoga Rd., Chantilly 121 Town Hall, South Riding Town Hall, 43055 Center St., South Riding 122 Hutchison Farm, Hutchison Farm Elementary School, 42819 Center St., South Riding 123 Cardinal Ridge, Cardinal Ridge Elementary School, 26155 Bull Run Post Office Rd., Centreville 124 Liberty, Liberty Elementary School, 25491 Riding Center Dr., South Riding 125 Rock Ridge, Rock Ridge High School, 43460 Loudoun Reserve Dr., Ashburn 126 Goshen Post, Goshen Post Elementary School, 24945 Lobo Drive, Aldie 207 River Bend, River Bend Middle School, 46240 Algonkian Pkwy., Sterling 208 Algonkian, Algonkian Elementary School, 20196 Carter Ct., Sterling 209 Potomac Falls, Potomac Falls High School, 46400 Algonkian Pkwy, Sterling 210 Cascades, Potowmack Elementary School, 46465 Esterbrook Cir., Sterling 213 Countryside, Countryside Elementary School, 20624 Countryside Blvd., Sterling 214 Sugarland North, Horizon Elementary School, 46665 Broadmore Dr., Sterling 215 Sugarland South, Meadowland Elementary School, 729 Sugarland Run Dr., Sterling 216 Lowes Island, Lowes Island Elementary School, 20755 Whitewater Dr., Sterling 217 South Bank, Potomac Baptist Church, 20747 Lowes Island Blvd., Sterling 218 University Center, GWU Exploration Hall, 20101 Academic Way, Ashburn 219 Galilee Church, Galilee Methodist Church, 45425 Winding Rd., Sterling 301 Purcellville, Emerick Elementary School, 440 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville 302 Round Hill, Round Hill Center, 20 High St., Round Hill 303 Hillsboro, Old Stone School, 37098 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro 305 Philomont, Philomont Fire House, 36560 Jeb Stuart Rd., Philomont 307 Middleburg, Middleburg Town Office, 10 W. Marshall St., Middleburg 308 St. Louis, Banneker Elementary School, 35231 Snake Hill Rd., St. Louis 309 Aldie, Aldie United Methodist Church, 39325, John Mosby Hwy., Aldie 310 Mountain View, Mountain View Elementary School, 36803 Allder School Rd., Purcellville 311 Round Hill Elementary, Round Hill Elementary School, 17115 Evening Star Dr., Round Hill 312 Briar Woods, Briar Woods High School, 22525 Belmont Ridge Rd., Ashburn 313 Pinebrook, Pinebrook Elementary School, 25480 Mindful Ct., Aldie 314 Legacy, Legacy Elementary School, 22995 Minerva Dr., Ashburn 315 Firehouse, Philomont Fire House, 36560 Jeb Stuart Rd., Philomont 316 Creighton’s Corner, Creighton’s Corner Elementary School, 23171 Minerva Dr., Ashburn 318 Madison’s Trust, Madison’s Trust Elementary School, 42380 Creighton Road, Ashburn 319 John Champe, John Champe High School, 41535 Sacred Mountain St, Aldie 320 Stone Hill, Stone Hill Middle School, 23415 Evergreen Ridge Drive, Ashburn 321 Brambleton Middle, Brambleton Middle School, 23070 Learning Circle, Ashburn 322 Buffalo Trail, Buffalo Trail Elementary School, 42190 Seven Hills Drive, Aldie 401 West Lovettsville, Lovettsville Community Center, 57 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville 402 Waterford, Waterford Elementary School, 15513 Loyalty Rd., Waterford 403 Lucketts, Lucketts Community Center, 42361 Lucketts Rd., Lucketts 407 Harper Park, Harper Park Middle School, 701 Potomac Station Dr. NE, Leesburg 408 Evergreen, Evergreen Mill Elementary School, 491 Evergreen Mill Rd. SE, Leesburg 409 Clarkes Gap, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 605 W. Market St., Leesburg 411 East Lovettsville, Lovettsville Elementary School, 49 S. Loudoun St., Lovettsville 413 Tuscarora, Tuscarora High School, 801 N. King St., Leesburg 414 Red Rock, Red Rock Community Center, 43131 Lake Ridge Pl., Leesburg 416 Hamilton, Hamilton Baptist Church, 16 E. Colonial Hwy., Hamilton

420 River Creek, Harper Park Middle School, 701 Potomac Station Dr. NE, Leesburg 421 Between the Hills, Between the Hills Community Center, 11762 Harpers Ferry Rd., Purcellville 422 Sycolin Creek, Sycolin Creek Elementary School, 21100 Evergreen Mills Rd., Leesburg 501 West Leesburg, Ida Lee Recreation Center, 60 Ida Lee Dr. NW, Leesburg 502 East Leesburg, Frances Hazel Reid Elementary School, 800 N. King St., Leesburg 503 Dry Mill, Loudoun County High School, 415 Dry Mill Rd. SW, Leesburg 504 Smarts Mill, Smarts Mill Middle School, 850 N. King St., Leesburg 505 Cool Spring, Cool Spring Elementary School, 501 Tavistock Dr. SE, Leesburg 506 Brandon Park, Douglass Community Center, 405 E. Market St., Leesburg 507 Greenway, J.L. Simpson Middle School, 490 Evergreen Mill Rd. SE, Leesburg 508 Balls Bluff, Balls Bluff Elementary School, 821 Battlefield Pkwy. NE, Leesburg 509 Tolbert, John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary School, 691 Potomac Station Dr. NE, Leesburg 510 Heritage, Heritage High School, 520 Evergreen Mill Rd. SE, Leesburg 615 Hillside, Hillside Elementary School, 43000 Ellzey Dr., Ashburn 616 Eagle Ridge, Eagle Ridge Middle School, 42901 Waxpool Rd., Ashburn 617 Oak Grove, Oak Grove Baptist Church, 22870 Dominion Ln., Sterling 619 Ridgetop, Loudoun County Office Building, 21641 Ridgetop Cir., Sterling 620 Russell Branch, Ashburn Elementary School, 44062 Fincastle Dr., Ashburn 621 Dominion Trail, Dominion Trail Elementary School, 44045 Bruceton Mills Circle, Ashburn 622 Farmwell Station, Farmwell Station Middle School, 44281 Gloucester Pkwy., Ashburn 623 Weller, Steuart W. Weller Elementary School, 20700 Marblehead Dr., Ashburn 625 Mill Run, Mill Run Elementary School, 42940 Ridgeway Dr., Ashburn 626 Ashby Ponds, Great Oak Clubhouse, 44755 Audobon Sq., Ashburn 627 Ashbrook, Parks and Recreation Admin Building, 20145 Ashbrook Pl., Ashburn 628 Moorefield Station, Moorefield Station Elementary School, 22325 Mooreview Pkwy., Ashburn 629 Discovery, Discovery Elementary School, 44020 Grace Bridge Dr., Ashburn 701 Sully, Sully Elementary School, 300 Circle Dr., Sterling 702 Park View, Park View High School, 400 W. Laurel Ave., Sterling 703 Rolling Ridge, Rolling Ridge Elementary School, 500 E. Frederick Dr., Sterling 705 Forest Grove, Forest Grove Elementary School, 46245 Forest Ridge Dr, Sterling 707 Claude Moore Park, Claude Moore Recreation Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Lane Sterling 708 Seneca, Seneca Ridge Middle School, 98 Seneca Ridge Dr., Sterling 709 Mirror Ridge, Sugarland Elementary School, 65 Sugarland Run Dr., Sterling 710 Sterling, Sterling Middle School, 201 West Holly Ave., Sterling 808 Stone Bridge, Stone Bridge High School, 43100 Hay Rd., Ashburn 810 Cedar Lane, Cedar Lane Elementary School, 43700 Tolamac Dr., Ashburn 813 Seldens Landing, Seldens Landing Elementary School, 43345 Coton Commons Dr., Leesburg 814 Newton-Lee, Newton-Lee Elementary School, 43335 Gloucester Pkwy., Ashburn 815 Belmont Ridge, Belmont Ridge Middle School, 19045 Upper Belmont Pl., Leesburg 817 Sanders Corner, Sanders Corner Elementary School, 43100 Ashburn Farm Pkwy., Ashburn 818 Broad Run, Broad Run High School, 21670 Ashburn Rd., Ashburn 819 Heritage Church, Heritage Baptist Church, 21700 Shellhorn Rd., Ashburn 820 Belmont Station, Belmont Station Elementary School, 20235 Nightwatch St., Ashburn 822 Riverside, Riverside High School, 19019 Upper Belmont Pl., Leesburg The last day for in-person absentee voting is Saturday, November 2, 2019. The Leesburg absentee precinct, located at 750 Miller Dr. SE., Suite C, Leesburg 20175 (near the Leesburg Airport), is open 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, October 28 to November 1; Saturday, November 2, 2018, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Sterling absentee precinct, located at the Senior Center at Cascades, 21060 Whitfield Pl., Sterling, 20165 (next to the Eastern Loudoun Library) and the Dulles absentee precinct, located at the Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, 24950 Riding Center Dr., South Riding, 20152 are open October 28 to November 1, Monday-Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, November 2, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Inquiries concerning the election and questions regarding registration status may be directed to the Loudoun County Office of Elections, 703-777-0380, located at 750 Miller Dr. SE. Suite C, Leesburg 20175. Please visit www.loudoun.gov/voting for additional information. Authorized by: Judith A. Brown, Director of Elections Loudoun County Office of Elections

10/31/19

NOTICE OF ABANDONED BICYCLES Notice is hereby given that the bicycles described below were found and delivered to the Office of the Sheriff of Loudoun County; if the owners of the listed bicycles are not identified within sixty (60) days following the final publication of this notice, the individuals who found said bicycles shall be entitled to them if he/she desires. All unclaimed bicycles will be handled according to Chapter 228.04 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County.

Recovery Location

Phone Number

10/03/02019

Elizey Drive, Broadlands, VA

571-258-3497

10/7/2019

300 block West Ash Rd., Sterling

571-258-3497

SO190014623

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10/16/2019

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10/3/2019

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10/3/2019

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10/11/2019

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PUBLIC HEARING The LOUDOUN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS will hold a public hearing in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room, County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, at 6:00 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, November 13, 2019, in order to consider:

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS’ REQUESTS FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION BY DESIGNATION Pursuant to Virginia Code §§15.2-1427 and 58.1-3651, the Board of Supervisors gives notice of its intention to propose for passage an Ordinance designating certain real and/or personal property owned by the following nonprofit organizations as exempt from local real and/or personal property taxes:

AUTOMOTIVE COALITION FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY, INC. The 2019 assessed value of the tangible personal property owned by Automotive Coalition for Traffic Safety, Inc., for which an exemption is requested is $701,964.02, resulting in an actual total 2019 tax levy assessed against such property of $26,877.29.

BROAD RUN CREW The 2019 assessed value of the tangible personal property owned by Broad Run Crew for which an exemption is requested is $12,775.40, resulting in an actual total 2019 tax levy assessed against such property of $342.07.

LOUDOUN WILDLIFE CONSERVANCY The 2019 assessed value of the real property Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is currently leasing, for which an exemption is requested is $841,900.00, resulting in an actual total 2019 levy assessed against such property of $4,915.36. The real property is currently owned by Stumptown Farm, LLC., and identified as parcel number 179-38-8617which consists of 87.37 acres. If granted, the exemption Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is seeking will be parcel specific to parcel number 179-38-8617.

MERIDIANS RECOVERY The 2019 assessed value of the tangible personal property owned by Meridians Recovery for which an exemption is requested is $23,915.60, resulting in an actual total 2019 tax levy assessed against such property of $1,004.50.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PROPOSE FOR PASSAGE AMENDMENTS TO THE ORDINANCES ESTABLISHING THE METRORAIL SERVICE DISTRICT AND THE ASHBURN STATION SERVICE DISTRICT Pursuant to Virginia Code §§15.2-1427 and 15.2-2400 et seq., the Board of Supervisors of Loudoun County, Virginia (“Board”), gives notice of its intention to propose for passage amendments to the ordinances that established the Metrorail Service District and the Ashburn Station Service District. These service districts were established by the Board to fund the extension of Metrorail and the provision of Metrorail service. Under the Virginia Code, a special tax may be levied on real property located within these service districts to fund the construction of Metrorail facilities and the provision of Metrorail service to such service districts. The special tax rate may not exceed twenty (20) cents per one hundred (100) dollars of assessed value and is to be established annually at the time the Board adopts the County budget and appropriates funds. The ordinances that established these service districts were last amended and re-enacted by the Board at its November 15, 2017, Public Hearing. The purpose of the currently proposed amendments to the service district ordinances is to add a parcel (PIN: 088-27-1047) to the respective lists of parcels included in each service district and to update the boundaries shown on the map for each service district to reflect the addition of this parcel. The proposed amendments will have an effective date of January 1, 2020. The parcel proposed to be added to each service district is more particularly described as future PIN: 088-26-9661. This parcel currently is composed of PIN: 088-27-1047, and portions of PIN: 088-37-2815, PIN: 088-27-5670, and PIN: 088-26-9238, all of which are proposed to be consolidated by pending Boundary Line Adjustment application (BLAD)-2019-0010 and also are the subject of pending Zoning Map Amendment application (ZMAP)-2018-0010. The specific change to the boundary of the Metrorail Service District that will be caused by the addition of PIN: 088-26-9661 is shown in more detail on the following map:

STONES OF HERNDON, INC. The 2019 assessed value of the real property owned by Stones of Herndon, Inc., for which an exemption is requested is $436,440.00, resulting in an actual total 2019 levy assessed against such property of $5,346.40. A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed Ordinance(s), as well as copies of the above organization’s applications and supporting documentation, is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., 5th Floor, Leesburg, Virginia, between 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”).

AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 1066 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF LOUDOUN COUNTY Onsite Sewage Treatment Systems and Sanitary Sewer Connections Pursuant to Virginia Code §§15.2-1427, 15.2-2122 and 15.2-2157, the Board of Supervisors gives notice of its intention to propose for passage amendments to Section 1066.01, Definitions, Section 1066.02 Approved Method of Sewage Disposal Required, and Section 1066.22, Schedule of Civil Penalties, of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County. The proposed amendments would include a definition for “natural outlet” and “sullage”, regulate discharge into any natural outlet and expand the schedule of civil penalties for violations of Chapter 1066 to include instances for failure to connect to an approved sanitary sewer and discharges into natural outlets, and update cross references to other local, state, and/or federal laws.

The specific change to the boundary of the Ashburn Station Service District that will be caused by the addition of PIN: 088-26-9661 is shown in more detail on the following map:

A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed amendments is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 5th Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday or call (703) 777-0200. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”).

PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 466 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF LOUDOUN COUNTY Vehicles and Operation Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 46.2-1300, the Board of Supervisors gives notice of its intention to propose for passage amendments to Chapter 466, Operation of Vehicles, of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County. The proposed amendments would add two new sections providing that: Operator to give full time and attention to driving. No person shall operate a motor vehicle upon the highways of this County without giving his full time and attention to the operation of the vehicle. Vehicle to be kept under control. No person shall operate a motor vehicle upon the highways of this County, failing to keep the vehicle under proper control at all times. A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed amendments is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., 5th Floor, Leesburg, Virginia, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200.Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”).

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Legal Notices A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed amendment(s), including maps, is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 5th Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, between 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”), and are also available at www.loudoun.gov/ dullesrail.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PROPOSE FOR PASSAGE AN ORDINANCE TO PARTIALLY VACATE SUBDIVISION PLATS Pursuant to Virginia Code §§15.2-1427, 15.2-2204, and 15.2-2272, the Board of Supervisors of Loudoun County, Virginia (“Board”), gives notice of its intention to propose for passage an ordinance to partially vacate the subdivision plats that created 4 open space parcels located within The Regency development. These 4 open space parcels are the subject of Easement application (ESMT)-2018-0054 that is being brought forward to the Board of Supervisors December 3, 2019, for consideration. ESMT-2018-0054 proposes to vacate certain portions of open space easements created pursuant to the Open Space Land Act, Code of Virginia §10.1-1700 et seq. that apply to the 4 open space parcels. If ESMT-2018-0054 is approved by the Board, this ordinance to partially vacate the subdivision plats will be necessary to remove the associated “open space” designation that the subdivision plats place on a portion of the area where the open space easements were vacated (and to provide revised open space area tabulations) (“Vacation Area”). The “open space” designation created by the subdivision plats restricts development of the Vacation Area independently from said open space easements, and would continue to restrict the development of the Vacation Area even if ESMT-2018-0054 is approved by the Board. The approval of ESMT-2018-0054 and the adoption of this ordinance to partially vacate the subdivision plats are necessary to develop the Vacation Area pursuant to Zoning Map Amendment application (ZMAP)-2018-0010, if it is approved by the Board. The Vacation Area is located south of the intersection of Waxpool Road (Route 640) and Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020), in the Broad Run Election District. The 4 open space parcels are more particularly identified as Parcel B, Section 1, The Regency (PIN: 088-37-2815); Parcel F, Section 2, The Regency (PIN: 088-27-5670); Parcel I, Section 4, The Regency (PIN: 088-26-9238); and Parcel H, Section 3, The Regency (PIN: 088-27-7514).

Le APPROVAL OF A BOUNDARY LINE AGREEMENT TO CHANGE THE BOUNDARY LINE BETWEEN LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND THE TOWN OF LEESBURG, VIRGINIA Pursuant to Virginia Code § 15.2-3106 et seq., the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors hereby provides notice of its intention to approve a Boundary Line Agreement with the Town of Leesburg, Virginia, (“Town”) to change the existing boundary line between Loudoun County, Virginia, (“County”) and the Town. The proposed boundary line change would incorporate into the municipal limits of the Town a land area containing 120.03 acres, more or less, being all of the property identified as Loudoun County Parcel Identification Numbers (PINs) 233-17-6768, 234-39-9964, and a +/- 2.9 acre portion of 234-38-2798, owned by Leesburg Commercial, LC; a 7.5 acre portion of 234-48-3058-001, owned by CC Skating, LLC; 233-18-8634-001 and 192-25-8128-001, owned by the Town of Leesburg; and a portion of the abutting right of way of Tolbert Lane that lies between PIN 233-17-6768 and the existing municipal limits of the Town containing 0.3132 acres, more or less of dedicated right of right-of way; and a portion of the abutting right of way of Compass Creek Parkway fronting along the western side of PIN 234-39-9964 containing 1.69 acres, more or less, of dedicated right-of-way. The new location of the boundary line between the County and the Town would correspond generally along the right of way line of the Dulles Greenway between Tolbert Lane and the north side of Battlefield Parkway, and along the eastern side of the Dulles Greenway from Battlefield Parkway through a portion of PINs 234-48-3058-001 and 234-38-2798 to Compass Creek Parkway, and along the western side Compass Creek Parkway and southern boundary line of 233-39-9964, and the western boundary line 233-18-8634-001 and 192-25-8128-001 to Sycolin Road, and along the western right of way line of Sycolin Road to the existing municipal limits of the Town. The property to be incorporated into the Town is located adjacent to the current municipal limits of the Town, and within the area adjacent to the Town’s Freedom Park and Leesburg Municipal Airport, and Compass Creek development south of Battlefield Parkway, in the Catoctin Election District, and as depicted on the map.

PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF COUNTY OWNED PROPERTY FROM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO LOUDOUN COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD Pursuant to Virginia Code §15.2-1800, the Board of Supervisors (Board) shall consider conveying 1.76 acres of land owned by the Board near the Arcola Quarters for the Enslaved to the Loudoun County School Board (School Board). The Subject Property is located at 42817 Evergreen Mills Road (Route 621), in the Blue Ridge Election District (the “Subject Property”), southside of Evergreen Mills Road (Route 621) and west of Stone Springs Boulevard (Route 659). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as a portion of Tax Map Number /101////////42A (PIN: 163-46-8915). This land conveyance is for the purpose of developing the new Dulles North Elementary School (ES-23). The 1.76 acres of County owned property is to be combined with an approximately 11.3 acre portion of Tax Map Number /101////////G1 (PIN: 162-26-7237), in the Blue Ridge Election District to create a 13 acre elementary school site. Copies of vicinity map and draft plat(s) showing the location(s) of the above-listed conveyance(s) and associated documents are available for review and may be examined at the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 5th Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday or call (703) 777-0200. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”).

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A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed ordinance is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 5th Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, between 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”), and are also available at www.loudoun.gov/dullesrail.

Pursuant to Virginia Code § 15.2-1800, the Board of Supervisors (Board) shall consider a proposed Real Estate Exchange Agreement. Pursuant to the proposed agreement, the Board would convey to Broadlands Commercial Development, L.L.C. (BCD) two parcels of land described as Broadlands Block 1, Section 23 and Broadlands Parcel D, Block 2, Section 23 (collectively, the Subject Property), consisting of approximately 18.76 acres, in exchange for BCD’s conveyance to the Board of an approximately 20.9213-acre portion of Broadlands Lot 1, Section 104. The Subject Property is approximately 18.76 acres and is located on the eastside of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), south of Broadlands Boulevard (Route 640), north of Truro Parish Drive (Route 2119). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as Tax Map No. /78//59//23-1/ (PIN 155-26-6774) and Tax Map No. /78/B22/////D/ (PIN 155-36-4275). A portion of the Subject Property (PIN 155-36-4275) is located at 21446 Belmond Ridge Road, Ashburn VA 20148.

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Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 15.2-1901 et seq., the Board of Supervisors shall consider the adoption of separate resolutions approving a proposed public use and directing the acquisition of real property for such public use by condemnation (eminent domain). The subject property consists of portions of five (5) parcels located along the east side (1 parcel) and the west side (4 parcels) of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) in Ashburn, Virginia. The subject property is proposed to be used for public street right-of-way, perpetual street easements, drainage easements, temporary construction easements, and utility easements for the construction of the Belmont Ridge Road (Truro Parish Drive to Croson Lane) road expansion project in Loudoun County, Virginia. The subject properties are more particularly described as follows:

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Property to be acquired from Belmont Run Homeowners Association: Approximately 215 square feet for a permanent drainage easement and 1,962 square feet for utility easements on Lim Property Parcel A, located on the east side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), and is located on a parcel that is more particularly described as PIN 157-27-5687 in the Dulles Election District. This parcel is located south of Croson Lane (Route 645) in the southeastern quadrant of the intersection of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) and Croson Lane (Route 645).

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Approximately 992 square feet for a temporary construction easement on the parcel located at 42476 Reservoir Ridge Place, Ashburn, Virginia in the Blue Ridge Election District. The parcel is located on the west side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), and is located on a parcel that is more particularly described as PIN 156-16-0486. Property to be acquired from Complete Builders Suppliers, Inc.:

Property to be acquired from Mount Hope Baptist Church: Approximately 449 square feet for public street purposes; 2,618 square feet for a temporary construction easement; 24,320 square feet for a permanent drainage easement; 709 square feet for a perpetual street easement; and 7,380 square feet for utility easements on the parcel located at 42507 Mount Hope Road, Ashburn, Virginia in the Blue Ridge Election District. The parcel is located on the west side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), and is located on a parcel that is more particularly described as PIN 156-15-9668. Property to be acquired from Washington Homes, Inc. of Virginia n/k/a K. Hovnanian Homes of Virginia, Inc.: Approximately 9,448 square feet for a perpetual street easement; 9,058 square feet for a temporary construction easement; and 33,802 square feet for a permanent drainage easement located on the west side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), and is located on a parcel that is more particularly described as PIN 157-36-4725 in the Blue Ridge Election District. This parcel is located west of Belmont Ridge Road, north of the intersection of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) and Croson Lane (Route 645), and south of the intersection of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) and Alford Road (Route 646). A complete copy of the full text of the above-referenced proposed resolution, as well as a plat and vicinity maps serving to further identify the subject property, is on file and available for public inspection in the Office of the County Administrator, County Government Center, 5th Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday or call (703) 777-0200.

INTERIM ADDITIONS TO AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICTS Applications have been received by the Loudoun County Department of Planning and Zoning and referred to the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) and the Planning Commission pursuant to Chapter 43, Title 15.2 of the Code of Virginia to amend the ordinances for the following Agricultural and Forestal Districts to add the following parcels: DISTRICT

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Any owner of additional qualifying land may join the applications with consent of the Board of Supervisors, at any time before the public hearing that the Board of Supervisors must hold on the applications. Additional qualifying lands may be added to an already created District at any time upon separate application pursuant to Chapter 43, Title 15.2 of the Code of Virginia. Any owner who joined in the application may withdraw their land, in whole or in part, by written notice filed with the Board of Supervisors, at any time before the Board of Supervisors acts pursuant to Virginia Code Section 15.2-4309. The conditions and periods of the foregoing Agricultural and Forestal Districts to which parcels are being considered for addition are as follows: DISTRICT

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Each of these Districts will be reviewed prior to its expiration date pursuant to Chapter 1226 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County. Received applications were referred to the ADAC for review and recommendation. The ADAC held a public meeting on August 29, 2019, to consider the applications. The report and recommendations of the ADAC will be considered by the Planning Commission at its public hearing on September 24, 2019. The reports and recommendations of the ADAC and the Planning Commission will be considered by the Board of Supervisors at its public hearing.

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Mariam Atazai of My Little Friends Daycare of Aldie, Virginia has submitted an application for a Minor Special Exception to permit a child care home in the PD-H4 (Planned Development – Housing 4), administered as R-8 (Single Family Residential), zoning district. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, and the proposed use is listed as a Permitted use under Section 3-503 and requires a Minor Special Exception approval by the Board of Supervisors pursuant to 5-609(A)(6). The subject property is approximately 0.06 acres in size, and located on the south side of Eloquence Terrace, and north of Braddock Road in Aldie, Virginia in the Dulles Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 206-45-1111. The area is governed by the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Neighborhood Place Type)) which designates this area primarily for single family residential uses with limited non-residential complimentary and conditional uses.

ZRTD-2018-0006 WOODLAND ROAD PROPERTY, LLC (Zoning Conversion in the Route 28 Taxing District)

Woodland Road Property, L.L.C., of Sterling, Virginia, has submitted an application to rezone approximately 1.27 acres from the PD-IP (Planned Development-Industrial Park) zoning district under the 1972 Zoning Ordinance, to the PD-IP zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, in order to permit the development of all principal and accessory uses permitted in the PD-IP zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance at a maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 0.6 (up to 1.0 by Special Exception). The subject property is located within the Route 28 Tax District, Corridor Business (CB) Optional Overlay. The subject property is approximately 1.27 acres in size and is located west of Cascades Parkway (Route 637), on the north side of Woodland Road (Route 679) and east side of Stonetree Court (Route 902), at 21606 Stonetree Court, Sterling, Virginia, in the Sterling Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 031-49-3183. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Employment Place Type)), which support a broad array of employment uses including light production, office, research and development, and contractor services, at a recommended Floor Area Ratio (FAR) up to 1.0.

ZMAP-2016-0023, ZCPA-2016-0017, SPEX-2016-0067, SPEX-2016-0069, SPEX-2017-0039, SPEX-2018-0013, ZMOD-2016-0023 & ZMOD-20190035 WHITMAN PROPERTY - SOUTH (Zoning Map Amendment Petition & Zoning Concept Plan Amendment) (Special Exceptions & Zoning Modifications)

Van Metre, Whitman Farm Commercial, L.L.C., of Fairfax, Virginia, has submitted applications for the following: 1) To rezone approximately seven acres from the TR-3 (Transitional Residential-3) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the PD-CC-CC (Planned Development-Commercial Center-Community Center) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the development of all principal and accessory uses permitted in the PD-CC-CC zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance with no resulting change in maximum density; 2) To amend the existing Proffers and concept development plan (“CDP”) approved with ZMAP-2014-0008, Whitman Property South, in order to: a) reconfigure building and site layout and traffic circulation; and b) allow new uses within Subareas 1 and 2, with no resulting change in maximum density; 3) A Special Exception to permit an Automobile Service Station (with a convenience store, up to eight gas pumps, and a car wash); 4) A Special Exception to permit an approximately 13,000 square foot (SF) Automobile Service Station (with no gas pumps); 5) A Special Exception to permit an approximately 2,400 SF Restaurant with drive-through facilities; and 6) A Special Exception to permit an existing Telecommunications Facility to remain in the proposed PD-CC-CC zoning district; These applications are subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance, and the proposed uses are listed as Special Exception uses under Section 4-204(B). The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION §5-900(A)(9)(a) and (b), Access and Setbacks from Specific Roads and the W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks from Roads, Other Arterial Roads

PROPOSED MODIFICATION Reduce the minimum building setback along Gum Spring Road (Route 659) from 100 feet to 75 feet And Reduce the minimum parking setback along Gum Spring Road (Route 659) from 75 feet to 35 feet

§5-1403(E), Buffering and Screening, Standards.

Permit the canopy and understory trees in the Type 3 Front Buffer Yard required to be planted along the subject property’s frontage with Braddock Road (Route 620) to be relocated to another location within Subarea 1.

§5-1407(A) Buffering and Screening, Buffer Yard and Screening Requirements, Location.

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Approximately 17,910 square feet for public street purposes; 5,255 square feet for a temporary construction easement and 27,950 square feet for a permanent drainage easement on the parcel located at 22127 Belmont Ridge Road, Ashburn, Virginia in the Blue Ridge Election District. The parcel is located on the west side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), and is located on a parcel that is more particularly described as PIN 157-36-2868.

SPMI-2019-0016 MY LITTLE FRIENDS DAYCARE

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Legal Notices and on the south side of Braddock Road (Route 620), at 25626 Gum Spring Road, in the Dulles Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 206-19-1366. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Transition Policy Area (Transition Community Center Place Type)) which designate this area for Commercial and limited Residential uses at a recommended density of 4 to 8 dwelling units per acre and Floor Area Ratio (FAR) up to 0.6.

ZCPA-2019-0007 SEVEN HILLS

(Zoning Concept Plan Amendment) NVR MS Cavalier Loudoun, L.L.C., of Reston Virginia, has submitted an application to amend the existing proffers and the concept development plan (“CDP”) approved with ZMAP-20050001, Seven Hills, in order to permit an increase in the number of children, in the Child Care Center, from 125 to 225 with no resulting change in the previously approved density in the PDH3 (Planned Development-Housing), administered as R-4 (Single Family Residential), zoning district. This application is subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The subject property is approximately 464.58 acres in size and is located south of Braddock Road (Route 620) and west of Gum Spring Road (Route 659), in the Blue Ridge Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 207-16-3530. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Transition Policy Area (Transition Large Lot Neighborhood Place Type)) which designate this area for large lot Residential uses at a density of up to one dwelling unit per three acres in the Lower Foley area.

ZMAP-2019-0005, ZCPA-2019-0006 & ZMOD-2019-0006 BROADLANDS SECTIONS 23 & 104

(Zoning Map Amendment, Zoning Concept Plan Amendment & Zoning Modification) County of Loudoun, Virginia and Broadlands Commercial Development of Fairfax, Virginia, have submitted applications for the following: 1) To rezone approximately 2.82 acres from the R1 (Single Family Residential) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the PDH3 (Planned Development – Housing) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to develop a Single Family detached development of up to eight dwelling units per acre; and 2) amend the existing Proffers and concept development plan (“CDP”) approved with ZMAP1994-0005, Chandler, in order to: a) designate the aforementioned 2.82 acres to be zoned PDH3 as part of Section 23; b) designate Section 23 from Community Center uses to Residential uses to allow development of 60 Single Family detached residences; and c) designate a 20.92-acre portion of Section 104 from Office uses to a Public Use Site to allow development of the proposed Ashburn Recreation Center. These applications are subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§5-900(A)(9), Access and Setbacks From Roads and the W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks From Roads, Other Arterial Roads.

Reduce the building setback along Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) from 100 feet to 75 feet in Section 23 (PIN: 155-26-6774 and PIN: 155-364275).

Broadlands Section 23 is approximately 18.75 acres and is located on the north side of Truro Parish Drive (Route 2119) and on the east side of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), south of Belmont Glen Place (Route 2536) in the Broad Run Election District. The 20.92-acre portion of Broadlands Section 104 is located generally on the north side of Broadlands Boulevard (Route 640), the south side of the Dulles Greenway (Route 267), and west of Claiborne Parkway (Route 901) in the Ashburn Election District. The property is more particularly described as follows: PIN

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The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area) which designate Section 23 for Suburban Neighborhood Place Type which supports Residential development at a density of up to four dwelling units per acre and Section 104 for Suburban Mixed Use Place Type which supports a mix of Residential, Commercial, Entertainment, Cultural, and Recreational uses at a maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 1.0

ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

§7-1003(C)(1), R-24 Multi-family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Front.

§7-1003(C)(2), R-24 Multi-family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, Side.

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§7-1003(E), R-24 Multi-family Residential District, Lot and Building Requirements, Active Recreation Space.

Reduce the required amount of active recreation space from 55,800 square feet to 50,000 square feet.

§5-900(A)(10)(a), Access and Setbacks from Specific Roads and W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks From Roads, Other Major Collector Roads, Building

Reduce the minimum building setback along Sycolin Road (Route 625) from 75 feet to 15 feet.

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Reduce the required Type 3 Front Yard Buffer along the subject property’s northern boundary with Sycolin Road (Route 625) to a Type 1 Front Buffer Yard. Eliminate the required Type 1 Side Buffer Yard along the boundary between the proposed R-24 zoning district and the existing PD-OP (Planned Development – Office Park) and PD-MUB (Planned DevelopmentMixed Use Business) zoning districts adjacent to the subject property.

The subject property is approximately 49.49 acres in size and is located north of the Dulles Greenway (Route 267) and west of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659), at 20745 Erskine Terrace, Ashburn Virginia, in the Ashburn Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 153-17-2376. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Mixed Use Place Type)), which designate this area for a mix of Residential, Commercial, Entertainment, Cultural and Recreational uses at a maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 1.0.

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ZOAM-2019-0001 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE REVISED 1993 LOUDOUN COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE IN REGARD TO THE PD-TRC (TRANSIT RELATED CENTER) DISTRICT (Zoning Ordinance Amendment)

Goose Creek Commercial L.L.C., of Ashburn, Virginia, has submitted applications for the following: 1) To rezone approximately 13.9 acres from the PD-OP (Planned Development – Office Park) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the R-24 Affordable Dwelling Unit (Multi-Family Residential with Affordable Dwelling Units) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to develop up to 282 residential units at a residential density of 20.29 dwelling units per acre; 2) A Zoning Concept Plan Amendment to replace the Proffers approved with ZMAP-2003-0008 and to amend the Concept Development Plan approved with ZMAP-2003-0008, Goose Creek Village North, to revise (a) development layout, (b) site circulation, (c) proposed zoning district, (d) proposed uses, and (e) plat notes and tabulations; (3) A Special Exception to modify Sections 7-1003(C)(1), (2), and (3), Lot and Building Requirements, Yards, in order to request the following modifications to minimum yard requirements:

Pursuant to Virginia Code §§15.2-2204, 15.2-2285, and 15.2-2286, and a Resolution of Intent to Amend adopted by the Board of Supervisors on July 18, 2019, the Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice of proposed amendments to the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Ordinance) in order to delete existing regulations in regard to the limitation on the maximum number of residential dwellings per acre permitted in the PD-TRC District. The amendment proposes revisions to Article 4, Special & Overlay Districts, Section 4-1100 et seq., PDTRC Transit Related Center, and such other Articles, Sections, Subsections, and provisions of the Zoning Ordinance as necessary to implement and maintain consistency with the foregoing

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The public purposes of these amendments are to achieve the purposes of zoning as set forth in Virginia Code §§15.2-2200 and 15.2-2283, including, without limitation, furtherance of the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice and facilitating the creation of a convenient, attractive and harmonious community. ZCPA-2018-0002, ZMOD-2018-0005 & ZMOD-2018-0006 DULLES BERRY (Zoning Concept Plan Amendment & Zoning Modification) Vizsla Ventures, LLC., of Washington D.C., has submitted an application to amend the Concept Development Plan and proffers approved with ZMAP-1986-0056, Dulles Berry, in order to: a) remove site and building design commitments; b) remove transportation construction and contribution commitments; and c) commit to developing data center uses, which may include utility substation, distribution and/or utility substation, dedicated uses, up to a maximum density of 0.40 Floor Area Ratio (FAR), with no resulting change in density. These applications are subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§5-1303(A)(1), Tree Planting and Replacement, Canopy Requirements, Site Planning.

Permit the ten percent (10%) tree canopy required within the PD-RDP (Planned Development – Research and Development Park) zoning district to be calculated over the entire area of the property subject to ZCPA-2018-0002, Dulles Berry, rather than on a per site plan basis.

§4-407(E), PD-RDP Development – Research and Development Park, Use Limitations, Minimum Floor Space Mix.

Eliminate the requirement that twenty percent (20%) of the total floor space at build out be committed to research and development uses or to Educational Institutions or schools, public or private.

The subject property is located within the AI (Airport Impact) Overlay District, between the Ldn 60-65 aircraft noise contours and located partially within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District), Major and Minor. The subject property is an approximately 96.59 acre portion of larger parcels that are located north of Shellhorn Road (Route 643) and the Dulles Greenway (Route 627), south of Waxpool Road (Route 625), and on both sides of Loudoun County Parkway (Route 607) in the Broad Run Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PINs: 062-36-1210 and 089-49-6285 (portion of). The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Urban Policy Area (Urban Employment and Urban Transit Center Place Type) and Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Employment Place Type)), which support a broad array of Employment uses at a recommended minimum FAR of 1.0 in the Urban Policy Area (Urban Employment), a recommended minimum FAR of 1.4 in the Urban Policy Area (Urban Transit Center) and a recommended maximum FAR of 1.0 in the Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Employment). ZMAP-2018-0012, ZMOD-2018-0030, ZMOD-2018-0031, ZMOD-2019-0022 & ZMOD2019-0029 ASTON MARTIN AND BENTLEY OF LOUDOUN (Zoning Map Amendment) Exclusive Automotive Group of Vienna, Virginia, has submitted an application to rezone approximately 4.05 acres from the PD-OP (Planned Development – Office Park) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to GB (General Business) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to develop a three-story 40,000 square foot motor vehicle sales and accessory service use on the property. The Applicant also requests the following Zoning Modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§3-802, GB General Business, Size and Location.

Reduce the minimum district size for the GB zone from 10 acres to 4.05 acres and to permit the GB district to directly abut or front on to a major collector or arterial road.

§5-900(A)(1)(b), Access and Setbacks From Specific Roads and the W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks from Roads, Route 7, Broad Run west to east corporate limit of Leesburg.

Reduce the building setback from Route 7 from 200 feet to 125 feet and the parking setback from Route 7 from 125 feet to 100 feet.

§3-806(B), GB General Business, Building Requirements.

Increase the maximum building height from 45 to 60 feet.

§3-807(B), GB General Business, Use Limitations.

Permit direct access onto a major collector road.

The subject property is located within the Route 28 Taxing District, and located partially with-

ZMAP-2018-0008, ZCPA2018-0010 & ZMOD2018-0023 COMMONWEALTH CENTER LAND BAY E (Zoning Map Amendment, Zoning Concept Plan Amendment, & Zoning Modification) One Loudoun Car Wash, L.L.C., of Herndon, Virginia, has submitted applications for the following: 1) to rezone a parcel described as PIN: 057-10-8226, that is approximately 3.59 acres in size, from the A-3 (Agricultural Residential) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance to the PDCC-SC (Planned Development – Commercial Center – Small Regional Center) zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the development of all principal and accessory uses permitted in the PD-CC-SC zoning district under the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance at a maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 0.40 with surface parking lots, 0.60 if parking structures are provided, or up to 2.0 on individual lots, provided the Commercial Center is developed in accordance with a proffered concept development plan (CDP) which limits the maximum overall FAR of the center to no more than 0.40 FAR; and 2) to amend the existing Proffers and CDP approved with ZMAP2016-0017, Commonwealth Center, in order to: a) incorporate the 3.59 acres described above into the commercial center as Land Bay E, b) modify phasing requirements for Office Space, c) modify transportation commitments, primarily for the internal road network and access to the proposed Land Bay E, and d) modify landscaping commitments, primarily along the frontage of Loudoun County Parkway and the proposed internal road network in consideration of the proposed Land Bay E. These applications are subject to the Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance. The applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s): ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§4-202(C), PD-CC Planned Development – Commercial Center, Purpose, Size and Location of Individual Districts, Small Regional Center.

Permit a minimum district size that is less than the required minimum of twenty (20) acres.

§4-205(C)(1)(c), PD-CC Planned Development – Commercial Center, Lot Requirements, Yards, Adjacent to Roads, Small Regional Center (SC).

Permit building and parking to be located less than the required thirty-five (35) feet from any road right-of-way.

§4-205(C)(3), PD-CC Planned Development – Commercial Center, Lot Requirements, Yards, Adjacent to Other Nonresidential Districts.

Eliminate the required building, parking, outdoor storage and loading area setback along the northern, eastern, and southern property lines.

§4-206(D)(3), PD-CC Planned Development – Commercial Center, Building Requirements, Vehicular Access, Small Regional Centers.

Permit a small regional center to be accessible from a minor arterial roadway.

§5-900(A)(9), Access and Setbacks From Specific Roads and the W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks From Roads, Other Arterial Roads.

Reduce the minimum building and parking setback from Loudoun County Parkway from 100 feet and 75 feet, respectively, to 50 feet for both.

§1-205(A), Interpretation of Ordinance, Limitations and Methods for Measurements of Lots, Yards and Related Terms.

Permit a structure requiring a building permit to be erected upon any lot which has frontage onto private travel ways or a private access easement in the PD-CC-SC (Planned Development – Commercial Center – Small Regional Center) zoning district.

The subject property is located within the Route 28 Tax District, and within the Corridor Business (CB) Optional Overlay, the AI (Airport Impact) Overlay District, outside of but within one (1) mile of the Ldn 60, aircraft noise contours, and is also located partially within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District). The subject property is approximately 40.26 acres in size and is located on the east side of Loudoun County Parkway (Route 607), South of Harry Byrd Highway (Route 7) and north of Marblehead Drive (Route 2276), in the Broad Run Election District. The property is more particularly described as follows:

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057-10-8226

20398 Loudoun County Pkwy, Ashburn, Virginia

040-26-1613 (portion)

N/A

040-35-1775

44845 Russell Branch Pkwy, Ashburn, Virginia

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44835 Russell Branch Pkwy, Ashburn, Virginia

The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy

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Delete existing regulations in regard to the limitation on the maximum number of dwelling units per acre.

in the Route 28 Corridor Business Optional Overlay District, the AI (Airport Impact) Overlay District, outside of but within one mile of the Ldn 60, aircraft noise contours, and is also located partially within the FOD (Floodplain Overlay District). The subject property is an approximately 4.05 acre portion of 10.264 acre parcel and is located on the north side of Russell Branch Parkway (Route 1061) and south of Harry Byrd Highway (Route 7), west of Richfield Way (Route 1060) and east of Sully Road (Route 28) in the Broad Run Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as PIN: 040-38-7478. The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Suburban Policy Area (Suburban Mixed Use)) which designate this area for a mix of commercial and residential uses at a recommended Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of up to 1.0.

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amendments or as otherwise necessary to correct typographical errors, section and subsection numbering, and formatting within, update cross-references to, and further clarify the requirements of, the above-mentioned section(s) of the Zoning Ordinance. The proposed text amendments under consideration include, without limitation, the following:

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PROPOSED MODIFICATION

§3-702(A), R-24, Multifamily Residential, Size and Location, Abutting arterials and major collectors

Permit direct access to Ashburn Village Boulevard via private roads rather than minor collector roads.

§3-707(B), R-24, Multifamily Residential, Building Requirements, Building Height

Permit multifamily buildings to be constructed to a maximum height of 60 feet without providing an additional setback from streets or lot lines.

§3-708(C), R-24, Multifamily Residential, Additional Development Standards, Minimum Buffer

Reduce the minimum required width of a permanent common open space buffer from 50 feet to 25 feet.

§5-900(A)(10)(a), Access and Setbacks From Specific Roads and the W&OD Trail, Building and Parking Setbacks From Roads, Other Major Collector Roads, Building

§5-900(C), Access and Setbacks From Specific Roads and the W&OD Trail, Access from major roads

Reduce the minimum required building setback from 75 feet to 25 feet along Waxpool Road (Route 640) And Reduce the minimum required building setback from 75 feet to 10 feet along Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020). Allow the creation of two access points along Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020) where there is no existing or planned median break and which have not been approved by Loudoun County or the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION

PROPOSED MODIFICATION Replace the required Type 3 Front Yard Buffer planting quantities along the subject property’s frontage with Waxpool Road (Route 640) with 0 canopy trees, 3 understory trees, 32 shrubs, and 0 evergreen trees.

§5-1403(E), Buffering and Screening, Standards And Table 5-1414(B) of §5-1414, Buffering and Screening, Buffer Yard and Screening Matrix, Buffer Yard

And Replace the required Type 3 Front Yard Buffer located along the subject property’s frontage with Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020) with a Type 1 Front Yard Buffer.

The subject property is approximately 10.04 acres in size and is located in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Waxpool Road (Route 640) and Ashburn Village Boulevard (Route 2020), in the Broad Run Election District. The subject property is more particularly described as follows:

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The area is governed by the policies of the Loudoun County 2019 General Plan (Urban Policy Area (Urban Mixed Use Place Type)), which designate this area for a mix of Residential and Non-Residential uses at a recommended Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 1.5 to 2.0. Unless otherwise noted in the above notices, full and complete copies of the abovereferenced amendments, applications, ordinances, and/or plans, and related documents may be examined in the Loudoun County Department of Building and Development, County Government Center, 2nd Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday or call 703-7770220 or electronically at www.loudoun.gov/lola. This link also provides an additional opportunity for public input on active applications. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/ bosdocuments (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for “Board of Supervisors Business Meetings, Public Hearings and Special Meetings”). All members of the public will be heard as to their views pertinent to these matters. Citizens are encouraged to call in advance to sign up to speak at the public hearing. For this public hearing, advanced sign-up will be taken after 8:30 a.m. on November 1, 2019, and no later than 12:00 p.m. on November 12, 2019. If you wish to sign-up in advance, call the Office of the County Administrator at (703) 777-0200. Citizens will also have the option to sign-up at the public hearing. Hearing assistance is available for meetings in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room. If you require any type of reasonable accommodation as a result of a physical, sensory or mental disability to participate in this meeting, please contact the Office of the County Administrator at 703777-0200. At least one business day of advance notice is requested; some accommodations may require more than one day of notice. FM Assistive Listening System is available at the meetings. BY ORDER OF:

PHYLLIS RANDALL, CHAIRMAN LOUDOUN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 10/24/19, 10/31/19, & 11/07/19

The modification of the buffering and screening requirements applicable to the proposed Special Exception uses is authorized as part of an approval action of a Special Exception under Section 51403(C), pursuant to which the Applicant also requests the following Zoning Ordinance modification(s):

LOUDOUN COUNTY WILL BE ACCEPTING SEALED COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS FOR: PORTFOLIO AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS, RFP (RFQ) No. 114783, until prior to 4:00 p.m., local “Atomic Time”, December 10, 2019. A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held on November 13, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at the Loudoun County Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure Office located at 101 Blue Seal Drive, Suite 102, Leesburg, Virginia 20177 for clarification of the information provided in the Request for Proposal. ROADWAY AND CIVIL DESIGN SERVICES FOR WESTWIND DRIVE FROM LOUDOUN COUNTY PARKWAY TO OLD OX ROAD-UPC 11670, RFP (RFQ) No. 78772, until prior to 4:00 p.m., local “Atomic Time”, December 2, 2019. Solicitation forms are available by downloading them from the website at www.loudoun.gov/ procurement at no cost. Solicitation forms may also be picked up at the Division of Procurement at 1 Harrison Street, 4th Floor, Leesburg, Virginia 20175 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays or call (703) 777-0403. WHEN CALLING, PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU NEED ANY REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY TYPE OF DISABILITY IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCUREMENT. 10/31/19

Public Notice Vacancy

The Town of Leesburg Board of Zoning Appeals The Town of Leesburg is soliciting resumes and letters of interest to fill one (1) appointment on the Board of Zoning Appeals. This position is appointed by the Loudoun County Circuit Court for a term to end December 31, 2024. The Board of Zoning Appeals meets as necessary the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, VA. Additional information concerning this quasi-judicial board is available from the Clerk of Council during normal business hours (Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) at 703-771-2733 or eboeing@leesburgva. gov, or the Town of Leesburg website at www.leesburgva.gov. Please submit your letter of interest and resume materials by 5:00 p.m., November 1, 2019, to the Clerk of Council, at the Town of Leesburg, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia, 20176 or via email to eboeing@leesburgva.gov. All interested parties will be forwarded to the Loudoun County Circuit Court for consideration. 10/10/19, 10/17/19, 10/24/19 & 10/31/19

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The zoning map amendments include: 1.

B-3, Community Retail/Commercial District. A map amendment initiated by the Town of Leesburg to amend the Official Zoning Map by mapping certain properties currently County zoned PD-CC-SC to B-3. These properties are identified by Loudoun County Parcel Identification Numbers (PINs), including a portion of 234-39-9964, (Leesburg Commercial LC), totaling approximately 5.8 acres.

MA, Municipal Airport. A map amendment initiated by the Town of Leesburg to amend the Official Zoning Map by mapping certain properties currently County zoned PD-IP and JMLA20 to Town MA. These properties are identified by Loudoun County Parcel Identification Numbers (PIN), including part of 233-18-8634-001 and 192-258128-001 (Town of Leesburg), totaling approximately 100 acres.

PD-CC-SC, Planned Development-Commercial Center-Small Regional. An amendment initiated by the Town of Leesburg to amend the Official Zoning Map by mapping certain properties currently County zoned PD-CC-SC to Town PD-CC-SC. These properties are identified by Loudoun County Parcel Identification Number (PIN), including a portion of 234-39-9964 (Leesburg Commercial LC), 235-20-1426 and 235-20-1426-001 (Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust), 234-29-0522 (Leesburg Commercial LC), and 234-29-4515 (Leesburg Commercial LC) totaling approximately 35.2 acres.

PD-IP, Planned Development-Industrial Park. A map amendment initiated by the Town of Leesburg to amend the Official Zoning Map by mapping certain properties currently County zoned PD-IP to Town PD-IP. These parcels are identified by Loudoun County Parcel Identification Numbers (PINs) 234-38-2798 (Town of Leesburg), totaling approximately 2.9 acres.

R-E, Single Family Residential Estate. A map amendment initiated by the Town of Leesburg to amend the Official Zoning Map by mapping certain properties currently zoned County AR1 to Town R-E. These properties are identified by Loudoun County Parcel Identification Numbers (PINs), including 233-17-6768, (Leesburg Commercial LC), totaling approximately one (1) acre.

The Town Plan designates the properties as “Regional Office” on the Land Use Policy Map. The Regional Office land use includes a floor area ratio (FAR) from 0.35 to 1.0. Proposed development on the properties will not exceed the Regional Office FAR limitation. Additional information and copies of these applications are available at the Department of Planning and Zoning located on the second floor of the Leesburg Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or by contacting Michael Watkins, Zoning Administrator, at 703-737-7920 or mwatkins@leesburgva.gov. At these hearings, all persons desiring to express their views concerning these matters will be heard. Persons requiring special accommodations at the meeting should contact the Clerk of the Commission at (703) 771-2434 three days in advance of the meeting. For TTY/TDD service, use the Virginia Relay Center by dialing 711.

TOWN OF LEESBURG NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION TLSE-2019-0003 WEE GARDEN DAYCARE Pursuant to Sections 15.2-1427, 15.2-2204, 15.2-2205 and 15.2-2285 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, the Leesburg Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, to consider special exception application TLSE-2019-0003, Wee Garden Daycare. The request by Wee Garden Daycare is to allow for a home daycare (Family Day Home) of 10 to 12 children in a private residence. The subject property is located at 1319 Tenaya Way, NE, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, and is an existing single family detached home lot that is zoned PRN, Planned Residential Neighborhood. The property is further described as Loudoun County Parcel Identification Number (PIN) 148-20-2458-000. Special Exception Application TLSE-2019-0003 is a request to allow a home daycare in a private residence for 10 to 12 children, subject to criteria of Section 3.4.12 of the Zoning Ordinance, as well as additional Use Standard criteria as found within Section 9.4.7. This special exception application is identified as case number TLSE-2019-0003. Additional information and copies of these applications are available at the Department of Planning and Zoning located on the second floor of the Leesburg Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or by contacting Scott E. Parker, Senior Planning Project Manager at 703-771-2771 or sparker@leesburgva.gov. At these hearings, all persons desiring to express their views concerning these matters will be heard. Persons requiring special accommodations at the meeting should contact the Clerk of the Council at (703) 771-2733 three days in advance of the meeting. For TTY/TDD service, use the Virginia Relay Center by dialing 711. 10/31/19 & 11/07/19

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TOWN OF LEESBURG NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE Pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 15.2-1800, 15.2-2100, notice is hereby given that on:

Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, VA

the Town Council of the Town of Leesburg will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of the following ordinance: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A STANDARD SPACE LEASE AGREEMENT GRANTING THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT AND PRIVILEGE TO LEASE A 1,150 SQUARE-FOOT OFFICE SPACE OWNED BY THE TOWN OF LEESBURG AND LOCATED AT 1001 SYCOLIN ROAD, SE, SUITE 3 IN THE STANLEY CAULKINS TERMINAL BUILDING AT THE LEESBURG EXECUTIVE AIRPORT, LEESBURG, VIRGINIA AND PRESCRIBING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS PERTAINING TO SUCH GRANT. A copy of the proposed ordinance is available from the Town Clerk, located in Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia, during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.); or by calling Eileen Boeing, Town Clerk, at 703-771-2733. At this hearing, all persons desiring to express their views concerning these matters will be heard. Persons requiring special accommodations should contact the Clerk of Council at 703-771-2733, three days in advance of the meeting. For TTY/TDD service, use the Virginia Relay Center by dialing 711. 10/31/2019 & 11/07/19

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Pursuant to Sections 15.2-1427, 15.2-2204, 15.2-2205 and 15.2-2285 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, the LEESBURG PLANNING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2019 AT 7:00 P.M. in the Town Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, to consider Zoning Map Amendment application TLZM-20190002, Compass Creek Amendments. The properties include several parcels of land located adjacent to Battleﬁeld Parkway SE, and Compass Creek Parkway SE as identiﬁed on the map below.

October 31, 2019

TOWN OF LEESBURG

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

October 31, 2019

Legal Notices OFFICIAL VOTING INFORMATION NOVEMBER 5, 2019 GENERAL ELECTION

Town of Leesburg Continues Water Valve Exercise and Maintenance Program Public Notification The Town of Leesburg is continuing a preventative maintenance program to protect the longevity and operation of the water system infrastructure and valves. This consists of a valve exercise program, which requires closing, then opening each main line valve and service line valves in specific distribution areas. The purpose of the program is to exercise main line valves throughout the distribution system to assure reliable operation and maintain water quality. During this program crews will exercise the valves by operating the valve through a full cycle and returning it to its normal position. Where valves are exercised, a fire hydrant will be flowed to ensure that the water in the main remains clear. During the valve turning exercise customers may experience some sediment or discolored water for a short period of time. Water is safe to drink and safe to use during this period. If this condition is noticed we recommend running several cold water taps at full force for a period of 1-2 minutes which should remove any discoloration from the water. It may be necessary to repeat this process after 30 minutes in some cases. In addition, the closing and opening of valves may introduce air into water lines which can cause temporary erratic water flow.

FINAL DAY TO APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT By Mail - Tuesday, October 29, 2019, by 5 p.m. In Person – Saturday, November 2, 2019, by 5 p.m. The Voter Registration Office located at 750 Miller Drive, SE, Suite C, Leesburg, Virginia is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and will also be open on Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. for absentee voting.

ABSENTEE VOTING The Loudoun County Voter Registration Office is now offering absentee voting in person at their Leesburg Office located at 750 Miller Drive, SE, Suite C, Leesburg, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Voter Registration Office – 750 Miller Drive, SE, Suite C, Leesburg Monday through Friday

October 28 through November 1

8:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

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October 26 and November 2

8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 2, 2019 is the last day upon which one may vote an absentee ballot in person for the upcoming election.

The valve exercising will occur June through November during the hours of 7:00am – 2:30pm, Monday through Friday. The Town regrets any inconvenience the maintenance program may cause. If you have any questions regarding our valve exercising program, or have any concerns about water quality, please call the Utilities Department at 703-737-7075. For after-hour emergencies, please call the Leesburg Police Department at 703-771-4500.

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ALL POLLING PLACES WILL OPEN AT 6:00 A.M. AND CLOSE AT 7:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2019.

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Dulles South Recreation & Community Center - 24950 Riding Center Drive, South Riding Monday through Friday, October 28 through November 1, 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays, October 26 and November 2, 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Please feel free to give us a call at 703 777-0380 if you have any questions about absentee voting.

REMINDER: All voters will be required to show an acceptable form of photo identification when appearing to vote. More information regarding acceptable forms of photo id can be found at www.loudoun.gov/photo-id.

A Message to Loudoun County Property Owners Regarding the Land Use Assessment Program from Robert S. Wertz, Jr., Commissioner of the Revenue The Land Use Assessment Program provides for the deferral of real estate taxes on property that meets certain agricultural, horticultural, forestry, or open space use criteria.

Judith A. Brown, General Registrar 750 Miller Drive, SE, Suite C Leesburg, VA 20175-8916 703 777-0380 703 777-0622 FAX Email: vote@loudoun.gov Website: www.loudoun.gov/NovemberElection 10/31/19

Real property owners who wish to apply for land use assessment for the first time must submit to my office an application along with the required fee by the filing deadline. Forms are available online, in my office, or can be mailed to you. Owners of real property currently enrolled in the land use assessment program must renew their land use status every 6th year by submitting a renewal form along with documentation corroborating the qualifying land use along with the required fee by the filing deadline. Renewal forms were mailed the first week of September to those currently enrolled who are up for renewal. You may check your renewal year online at www.loudoun.gov/parceldatabase by entering the property’s address or parcel identification number and selecting the LAND USE STATUS tab. Properties renewed in 2014 are up for renewal this year. An additional deferral of taxes is available to current program participants if they sign and record an agreement to keep the property in its qualifying use for more than 5 but not exceeding 20 years. The commitment must be filed with my office by November 1, 2019 and recorded in the Loudoun County Clerk of the Circuit Court´s office by December 20, 2019. Please visit our website or contact my office for information or filing assistance.

DEADLINES

First-time Land Use applications and Renewal applications must be submitted to the Commissioner of the Revenue by Friday, November 1, 2019. Applications submitted after the deadline; November 2, 2019 through December 5, 2019, are subject to a $300 per parcel late filing fee in addition to the standard filing fee. No first-time applications or renewal applications will be accepted after the December 5th deadline.

TOWN OF LEESBURG NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING

TO CONSIDER SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION TLSE-2018-0002 OLD MILL PET CENTER, LLC Pursuant to Sections 15.2-1427, 15.2-2204, 15.2-2205 and 15.2-2285 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, the Leesburg Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, to consider Special Exception application TLSE-2018-0002, Old Mill Pet Center. The subject property consists of one (1) parcel that comprises approximately 1.76 acres owned by Old Mill Pet Center, LLC, and is located at 61 Lawson Road SE. The property is zoned I-1, Industrial/Research Park, and is further described as Loudoun County Parcel Identification Number (PIN) 189-27-6143.

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Special Exception Application TLSE-2018-0002 is a request by Old Mill Pet Center for a Special Exception to allow a 22,000 square foot canine day care facility, animal hospital and eating establishment, pursuant to Town of Leesburg Zoning Ordinance (TLZO) Section 6.7.2, Use Regulations as well as TLZO Sec. 9.3, Use Standards.

For submissions received or postmarked between November 2, 2019 and December 5, 2019 - $125 plus $1 per acre or portion thereof plus a $300 per parcel late filing fee

In addition, the Applicant is requesting one (1) zoning modification and one (1) street tree waiver request per Town of Leesburg Zoning Ordinance (TLZO) Section 3.4.6.H, Zoning Modifications/ Waivers Analysis.

For submissions received or postmarked by November 1, 2019 -$125 plus $1 per acre or portion thereof

Online: www.loudoun.gov/landuse Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, M - F Phone: 703-737-8557 Email: trcor@loudoun.gov Mailing Address PO Box 8000 MSC 32 Leesburg VA 20177-9804 Leesburg Office 1 Harrison Street, SE 1st Floor Leesburg, VA 20175 09/12, 09/26, 10/03, 10/17, 10/24 & 10/31/19

1. Modification of TLZO Sec. 9.3.12, Kennels 2. Waiver Request of TLZO Sec. 12.4, Street Trees

Overnight Deliveries 1 Harrison Street, SE MSC 32 Leesburg, VA 20175-3102

Additional information and copies of this application is available at the Department of Planning and Zoning located on the second floor of the Leesburg Town Hall, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), or by contacting Scott E. Parker, Senior Planning Project Manager at 703-771-2771 or sparker@leesburgva. gov.

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At these hearings, all persons desiring to express their views concerning these matters will be heard. Persons requiring special accommodations at the meeting should contact the Clerk of the Council at (703) 771-2733 three days in advance of the meeting. For TTY/TDD service, use the Virginia Relay Center by dialing 711. 10/31 & 11/07/19

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She departed this life peacefully on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019 at Heritage Hall Nursing Center, Leesburg, VA. Pearl was born on April 9, 1931 in Middleburg, VA to the late Lethia Barnett Smith and Arthur Smith. She leaves to cherish in her memories sons, Joseph L. Smith (Odessa) of Lovettsville, VA, Anthony W. Smith of Purcellville, VA, and Howard J. Smith (Lynette) of Philomont, VA; daughters, Francine L. Fisher (John) of Aldie, VA, Lily M. Trammell (Roy) of Hamilton, VA, Helen L. Ural of Harpers Ferry, WV, Jaqueline Williams (Harry) of Purcellville, VA; sister, Mary C. Warner of Philomont, VA, sisters in law, Julia Smith and Thelma Smith of Leesburg, VA; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday Nov. 4, 2019 viewing and visitation from 10:00 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at the New Zion Baptist Church, 22282 Sam Fred Road, Middleburg, VA 20117 . Interment : Mt. Zion Memorial Park Cemetery, Middleburg, VA Arrangements by LYLES FUNERAL SERVICE, Serving N. Virginia and surrounding areas. Eric S. Lyles, Director. Lic. VA/MD/DC. 800388-1913.

Carter Eugene Howard Age 82 of Middleburg, VA

He departed this life peacefully on Saturday Oct. 26, 2019 at his residence, Middleburg, VA. Eugene was born on Dec. 16, 1936 in Middleburg, VA to the late Nannie Virginia Styles Howard and Harry John Howard. Eugene leaves to cherish in his memories his lovely wife, Mary Helen Howard, Sons, Austin E. Howard (Denise) of Front Royal, VA, Carter N. Howard of Middleburg, VA, W. Greg Howard (Michele) of Warrenton, VA; daughter, Mary Ann Howard (Ron Boston) of Middleburg, VA, brother, Raymond Howard (Betty)of Sterling, VA, grandchildren, Tyrone Bryant( Sherree),Maurice Bryant, Donavan Howard, Juanita Howard(Marquis), Kevin Howard (Joanna), RaShawnda Howard(Adrian); 11 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Viewing and visitation from 7:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. on Friday Nov. 1, 2019 and Saturday Nov. 2, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 35286 Snake Hill, Road , Middleburg, VA 20117 . Interment : Mt. Zion Memorial Park Cemetery, Middleburg, VA Arrangements by LYLES FUNERAL SERVICE, Serving N. Virginia and surrounding areas. Eric S. Lyles, Director. Lic. VA/MD/DC. 800388-1913.

[MEMORIAM] Amy Payne Amy Payne passed on Thursday, October 24, 2019. She was a daughter of Richard Moore of Leesburg, VA and the late Edith Young Moore. She was a devoted mother to a son, Milton Earl Payne, Jr. and a daughter, Donna A. Payne of Leesburg, VA and grandson, Thomas Carter Payne. Also survived by a brother, Richard Moore, II and a sister, Beverly Young; plus a host of relatives. A native of Loudoun County, Amy was a member of First Baptist Church of Sycoline, a graduate of Loudoun County High School in 1969. She worked as a cafeteria worker at Heritage Hall, then Johnsons House of Beef

and volunteered at the Salvation Army. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Loudoun Funeral Chapel, 158 Catoctin Circle, SE, Leesburg, Virginia. Services will begin at 11:00 AM Wednesday at Loudoun Funeral Chapel 158 Catoctin Circle, SE Leesburg, Virginia 20175.

Raised in upstate New York and a 16-year employee of Eastman Kodak in Rochester, Renée and her family moved to Leesburg in 2001. She

Online condolences may be made to the family at www. loudounfuneralchapel.com

A family-friendly Celebration of Life open house will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 2pm-4pm at Loudoun Country Day School located at 20600 Red Cedar Drive, Leesburg. A memorial visitation will be held at Loudoun Funeral Chapel at 158 Catoctin Circle SE in Leesburg on Friday, November 22nd from 4 to 7 pm. A memorial funeral service will be held at Evergreen United Methodist Church at 19619 Evergreen Mills Road in Leesburg on Saturday, November 23rd at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Renée’s favorite charity, paws4vets.

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Elizabeth “Liz” Anne Saunders, 74 of Leesburg, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 21, 2019, surrounded by

Born August 31, 1945 in Leesburg, Virginia to the late Joseph Hanson and Dorothy Thayer Umbaugh. She was raised in Leesburg Virginia and was a graduate of Loudoun County High School. Liz enjoyed researching genealogy at Rusk Library, doing crossword puzzles and watching her favorite shows “Wheel of Fortune”

and “Jeopardy”. Liz loved helping others but most of all she loved being a mother and grandmother. Surviving are sons, James “Buddy” Ross Saunders (Brenda) and Charles Hanson Saunders (Brenda). Grandchildren Caleb J. Saunders, Collin R. Saunders, Meaghan Keaveney, and Kelsey Sethi. She was predeceased by sister, Jo Lee Umbaugh and her longtime companion Robert Robinson. A Funeral service was held at 10:00 AM on Friday at Loudoun Funeral Chapel located at 158 Catoctin Circle, SE Leesburg, Virginia 20175 with the Rev. Greg Wigfield officiating. Interment was held at Leesburg Union Cemetery, Leesburg, VA.

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was the librarian at her happy place, Loudoun Country Day School, for the past 15 years where she ran many programs significant to the school’s commitment to critical and creative thinking. She was active in developing several of the school’s successful summer camps. Renée loved gardening, dogs, children, and reading. She was most proud of her children, whom she considered to be her legacy on earth. She felt eternally grateful for the time she had with family and friends since her diagnosis, thanks to her care-providers at INOVA Loudoun, INOVA Fairfax, Oncology/ Hematology of Loudoun and Reston and Capital Caring Hospice.

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Your Vote Counts In November 2016, 183,870 Loudouners went to the polls. According to the tallies, most carried hope of sending Hillary Clinton to the White House. It was voters in faraway states who turned the tide for President Trump. A year earlier, less than half that number—only 70,902—bothered to vote in Loudoun’s local elections. Like Tuesday’s ballot, that election featured races for all the seats in the county’s General Assembly delegation, all nine county supervisors, all nine school board members and all the constitutional officers (even the Clerk of the Circuit Court, who serves an eight-year term and is not up for election this year.) Many of those races were decided by fewer than 1,000 votes, some by only hundreds. This is a place where your vote counts. And while presidential elections garner the most attention from voters, the outcomes of those races don’t typically have much direct impact the lives of ordinary Americans … or Loudouners. They don’t determine whether your local tax money is being spent effec-

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tively or ensure your child is getting the best educational experience possible, or that you have an opportunity to get to work and back each day with time to spend with your family. There is a guarantee that every one of the individuals elected next week will make a difference—for better or worse. They will adopt the new rules for regulating development. They will allocate resources to the classrooms. They will invest in new parks and better roads, or not. They will cut your taxes or raise them. They will be deciding things that you really do care about. They will be running your government. If you care about those things, make your vote count on Tuesday.

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duction for the refrigerant R-22. The unavailability of R-22 will Editor: create a serious hardship for all I went to Austin Grove Church in consumers, both commercial and Bluemont Saturday to see the show. residential. While C-PACE will afford “Call Me from the Grave” is an orig- commercial businesses an opportunity inal, all-black, blues musical sensation. to upgrade equipment at no cost, the A senior project in music, comsame cannot be said for residential posed by Charlie Romano with a book consumers. That’s why we need an written by Jordan Harris and ChristoR-PACE program in Loudoun County. pher Puglisi, this show is loosely based There is a state senator who promon the life of songwriter, guitarist and ised to again sponsor the needed blues singer, Robert Johnson. changes to the state’s C-PACE (delete Yale’s Xavier Washington sung the the “C” and 17 other words) legisstar part of Robert Johnson, suplation. SB1400 was stripped of the ported by eight excellent singers and R-PACE deletions in the House comMr. Romano on the piano with three mittee of Cities Counties and Towns sidemen. last year. Johnson’s life (and death) have Once it passes, then the county become notorious for the mystery in will need to include it in our PACE which they are shrouded. For decades, program. legend has had it that Johnson sold his My hope is R-PACE will make it soul at a crossroads in rural Mispreferable for residential consumers to sissippi in exchange for his musical replace their equipment with geotherability. “Call Me from the Grave” exmal HVAC and hot water and achieve plores the lead up to and aftermath a 50 percent to 90 percent reduction of that fateful event, telling the story in carbon—for less overall monthly of a small-town man with a big-time costs. Without PACE the extra costs dream.” (from Google) of geothermal are just too prohibitive. The composer, Charlie Romano, Combine this with a PACE program and performers are all Yale students or paying for solar panels too and we recent graduates. have real substance to a green new My note to Loudoun’s Kim Hart, deal. who brought the show to the Austin For lucky commercial properties, Grove Church: “Kim, Thank you. A including farms, wineries, B&B’s and wonderful new blues pocket opera even churches, here is an opportunity about the life and death of blues legfor replacing your equipment with the end, Greenwood Mississippi’s Robert really efficient stuff through this new Johnson.” Johnson was murdered in county program. 1938 at age 27 after making it from The Loudoun C-PACE Workshop Greenwood to Chicago and an invitawill be held at the Loudoun County tion to Carnegie Hall. Government Center, Dulles Room on Nov. 7 from 3-6:30 p.m. Participants — Jack Cook, Leesburg will learn how their business can trade energy expenses for a capital investR-PACE Needed ment voiding those expenses. C-PACE Editor: is a public, private, partnership I enthusiastically applaud the counprogram protecting people, planet and ty for launching the C-PACE program profits. with the upcoming workshop on Nov 7, especially in light of the end of pro— Girard Gurgick, Ashburn

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The Right to Vote in America

BY BEN LENHART With election season upon us, most Americans assume we have an absolute right to participate in the elections and to vote for the candidate of our choosing. The reality is a bit more complex. With the Constitution as our guide, here are 10 interesting facts about the “right to vote” in America.

No Right to Vote in the Constitution The Constitution guarantees many rights, including the right to free speech and freedom of religion. But neither when passed in 1788, nor as it exists today in 2019 (with its 27 amendments) does the Constitution contain an express right to vote. While lacking this guarantee, the Constitution has a lot to say about voting, with the word “vote” appearing more than 40 times in the Constitution. Where voting rights have been established by other means (see below) the Constitution forbids denying that right to citizens based on race or color (15th Amendment), or sex (19th Amendment), or the failure to pay a poll tax (24th Amendment), or age for anyone 18 or older (26th Amendment). In other words, today when the right to vote exists, it has to be available without discrimination.

Did the Founding Fathers “Forget” the Right to Vote? At first glance, it seems that way. How could such an important right— perhaps the most important right—fail to be included in the Constitution? The answer is two-fold. First, the battle over ratification of the Constitution, from 1787-88, was fought between the Federalist and the Anti-Federalist, with the latter demanding that power should largely remain with the states, and not with the federal government. As with many issues, the Constitution compromised on this issue, giving the states the power to manage elections, but allowing Congress to step in if needed. Article 1, Section IV states: “The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof.” In other words, the Founding Fathers deliberately decided to leave with the states the power to to establish the “rules of the road” for voting and elections, and today all 50

States recognize a right to vote. Second, the Founders saw voting (as least for white males) as so central to the very idea of America that they believed no state would dare to deny its citizens the right to vote. To make sure of this, Article IV of the Constitution states that “the United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a Republican Form of Government.” Since citizens hold ultimate power in a republic, if a state denied all of its citizens the right to vote, that would be a denial of a republican form of government. If such a denial occurred, the “Guarantee” clause would open the door to Federal intervention.

Early Voter Discrimination In the early decades of our nation, the franchise was generally limited to property-owning white males. For example, Georgia limited suffrage to white males owning at least 50 acres of land. Delaware required at least 40 dollars of property in order for white males to vote. And Connecticut only allowed those white males to vote who owed land worth an annual rent of $2 or livestock worth $40.

The Long Fight for Full Voting Rights The struggle for full voting rights in America has been long, difficult and bloody, and remains ongoing. After the Civil War, Jim Crow and Black Codes tried to reverse the 15th Amendment, which had promised that the right to vote could not be denied based on “race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” A key goal of the long Civil Rights movement was to hold America to that promise. The landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 was a major step toward that goal, and banned many techniques—such as literacy tests, property requirements, or moral character tests—that had been used to prevent Americans from voting. After an epic struggle, women finally gained the Constitutional right to vote in 1920 with the 19th Amendment. Poll taxes and other anti-voting measures were eventually banned. The right to vote in America has come a very long way, and now more than 240 million Americans enjoy this essential right.

Obstacles to Voting Today Despite huge success in the fight to extend suffrage, major obstacles to vot-

ing remain, including overly stringent voter ID laws; requiring registration far in advance of an election; limited or non-existent absentee voting; difficult procedures for obtaining required voter IDs; and purging registered voter lists shortly before an election. Preventing voter fraud is often cited as the reason for these laws, and while most agree this is a valid goal, most also agree that this goal must be pursued in a way that does not infringe on American’s fundamental right to vote. The courts have not been not shy in striking down “voter fraud prevention” laws that go too far in this area.

Census Article 1, Section 2 of the Constitution mandates a census every 10 years. The 2020 Census powerfully impacts voting. The census results will (a) determine the number of representatives that each state gets to have in Congress, (b) impact the number of electors that each state has in the Electoral College for the Presidential election and (c) influence the amounts that each state receives in various federal aid programs. In a headline-grabbing case (Department of Commerce v. New York) decided just a few month ago, the Supreme Court ruled that the Trump Administration could not add a citizenship question to the Census. Rejecting the government’s rationale for adding the question, the court found that “the evidence tells a story that does not match the explanation the Secretary gave for his decision.” The court also observed that while it usually deferred to government in this area, “we are not required to exhibit a naiveté from which ordinary citizens are free.” The upshot: the main 2020 census form will not contain a citizenship question.

Gerrymandering Named after Vice President Elbridge Gerry, gerrymandering is the practice of created oddly-shaped voting districts usually with the goal of helping the party that draws up the map, or harming that party’s opponents. One gerrymandering technique is to try to draw lines—even if they meander all over the state—to ensure that the favored party has a majority of the electorate in as many districts as possible. Gerrymandering can be particularly harmful for minority groups. Gerrymandering sometimes violates the “one

person one vote” principle because it can give more weight to some votes (for example votes of the favored party in districts gerrymandered to give the favored party a slight majority in multiple districts) and less weight to others (for example those votes in a district that has been packed with nearly 100 percent of the opposing party).

Right to Vote in Virginia Unlike the Federal Constitution, the Virginia Constitution expressly grants Virginians the right to vote (Article 1) and sets out rules for who can vote and how elections are to be conducted (Article 2). These constitutional provisions are supplemented by state and local laws. While Virginia and other states have the freedom to set their own voting rules, those local rules can be (and often have been) struck down if they violate the Federal Constitution or Federal voting laws.

Washington, DC Voting Rights In 1961, DC residents gained limited voting rights with the passage of the 23rd Amendment, which gave DC three electoral votes in presidential elections. Of course, DC still lacks direct voting representation in Congress, although a Constitutional amendment has been proposed to give DC its own voting congressman and senators.

Conclusion The other rights that we prize as Americans cannot exist without the right to vote. But the right to vote is meaningless if we don’t use it—only 53 percent of those eligible voted in the 2018 Congressional elections. Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black put it this way: “No right is more precious in a free country than that of having a voice in the election of those who make the laws under which, as good citizens, we must live. Other rights, even the most basic, are illusory if the right to vote is undermined.” Ben Lenhart is a graduate of Harvard Law School and has taught constitutional law at Georgetown Law Center for more than 20 years. He lives with his family and lots of animals on a farm near Hillsboro.

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Election

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<< FROM 1 won’t be the number of people turning out to vote—it will be the number of questions on the ballot. “That’s going to be where we have the biggest issue, is the ballot has a lot of stuff on it, so they really need to be prepared when they go in,” Brown said. This year’s ballot includes two county supervisors and two School Board members (a district representative and the countywide, at-large seat), four local constitutional officers, a state senator, a member of the House of Delegates, three selections for the Soil and Water Conservation District, and four ballot questions on issuing debt. The ballot is on a legal-sized sheet of paper and printed front and back. With a fiery political climate and money pouring into Loudoun’s elections, almost every seat is contested, some in three-way races. Brown said the important thing for voters is “being prepared, knowing what’s on the ballot before you get to the polling place, so that you can make your selections and not have to stand there and think about it while you’re in the polling place.” At least one thing will be easier—no polling places have changed since the last election, because precincts are frozen in place in anticipation of the upcoming redistricting after the 2020 U.S. Census. Leading up to Tuesday’s vote, elec-

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Former volunteer firefighter Clay McCuistion hands out sample voter ballets at the Philomont Firehouse polling station in 2017.

tion officials released five things for voters to know.

When to Vote Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. The last day to vote absentee in person is Saturday, Nov. 2. Absentee voting is at the Loudoun County Office of Elections and Voter Registration, Dulles South Recreation and Community Center and Senior Center at Cascades. Details are online at loudoun.gov/NovemberElection.

Where to Vote Anyone who isn’t sure about their polling place can check their voter registration information online at vote. elections.virginia.gov. There is also a list of polling places in Loudoun is available at loudoun.gov/polls.

Voters are required to show an acceptable form of photo identification at the polls. Those include a Virginia DMV-issued driver’s license, a U.S. passport, a student photo ID from a college or university located in Virginia, or a government-issued photo ID. Voters who do not have one of those are eligible for a free Virginia Voter Photo ID Card. More information is online at loudoun.gov/VoterID. Know the Candidates and Questions Links to sample ballots, which will show voters what to expect when they get to the polls, are online at loudoun. gov/NovemberElection. Additionally, read all the candidates’ responses to Loudoun Now’s candidate questionnaire at loudounnow.com/2019electionguide

Stay Informed Alerts from the Loudoun County Office of Elections and Voter Registration can be had by texting LCVOTES to 888777, in the Election Update category through Alert Loudoun at loudoun. gov/alert, or by following the Office of Elections and Voter Registration and Loudoun County Government on Facebook and Twitter. Election results will be online after the polls close at loudoun.gov/ElectionResults. Additionally, there will be live reporting as results come in at LoudounNow.com. More information is online at loudoun.gov/NovemberElection. rgreene@loudounnow.com

Family Portrait Day Get your picture taken in a community of people old enough to remember what film is. When it comes to taking family portraits, the first place that comes to mind probably isn’t a senior living community…but maybe you should reconsider. All families are welcome, and you don’t have to be a senior. (Although you do need to be living.) Every family receives one professional 8x10 photo, and one family will receive a complimentary 16x20 canvas. There will be refreshments and live entertainment for all, with additional photos available for purchase. And you thought all we did was sit around and knit quilts.

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Schedule << FROM 1 (R-Dulles) at that meeting said the differences might not be so pronounced. “I agree with what you said, Mr. Meyer, that it doesn’t do anybody any good if ultimately there’s no path forward to what the public stances are, but I think that privately there is some progress being made there,” he said. According to the progress report, the airports authority has been working with the contractors to meet the latest adjusted schedule to finish work in April 2020. “I think there’s some skepticism with WMATA [the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, or Metro] about that timeline,” Letourneau said. “As far as MWAA, I think everybody sort of understands it’s going to be really up to how quickly the outstanding issues with CRC are resolved, and I think there’s movement toward resolving those issues.” In his personal view, he said—and has said before—the first quarter of 2021 is a realistic timeframe to be able to hop on a Metro train in Loudoun. Joe Kroboth, director of Loudoun’s Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure, said it’s a type of dispute that is not uncommon in construction contracts. “All I can say is, how we understand the completion of the rail project, and the information that we have communicated to our elected officials,” Kroboth said. The most recently adjusted overall schedule for the project called for work to be done in August 2019, but was delayed amid problems with concrete, rail ties and other construction defects. Now, CRC says it expects to be done June 2020. From there, Kroboth said, Metro expects five months of testing before beginning service. “What we have been communicating to our elected officials is that the actual date for revenue start of the system is still, at this point, a soft date depending on how quickly they resolve some of these issues,” Kroboth said. “That would be anywhere from as early as Sept. 1, but through, say, December.” Loudoun County Administrator Tim Hemstreet agreed it’s not unusual to disagree with a contractor over the schedule. “What is important that we pay attention to is, are they generally in the same ballpark?” Hemstreet said. “So on a project like this, are they generally within six months of each other, because it’s a five-year project. So if they’re within six months of each other, they should at some point come back together.” And he said as far as the county government’s elements of the project are concerned—such as the parking garages that have been built to serve the new Metro stops, and the money Loudoun has been putting aside to cover its share of Metro’s budget—Loudoun will be ready whenever the Silver Line is. “We know that they’re within a year now of hitting that date,” Hemstreet said. A spokesman for the Silver Line project was not immediately able to comment. rgreene@loudounnow.com

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upsetting to everyone,” she said. Mingo also testified that Sierra wanted to die and “be reborn when the aliens came in 2015.” Judkins also talked about Sierra’s history of mental health problems—how he had begun intensive psychiatric treatment in 2010 and was previously convicted of assaulting his mother and grandmother. She said the Sierras had a long and “chaotic” history at home in which “they were frequently calling the police and complaining [about Christian’s behavior].” During the trial, Judkins will be allowed to defend Hood by claiming there was probable cause for Hood to use deadly force; that Sierra was contributorily negligent; that Sierra assumed the risk of being shot and killed; or that Sierra’s parents were contributorily negligent in discontinuing their son’s psychiatric treatment. While Plofchan asked the jury to focus on Hood’s actions on May 24, 2014, and not Sierra’s mental health leading up to that point, Judkins asked the jury to look at the broader picture, including Sierra’s years of psychiatric treatment and alleged unwavering desire to kill himself.

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