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Community Members Bring Power Line Objections to PJM BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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As the PJM Transmission Expansion Advisory Committee assembled Tuesday in Audubon, PA, to review the next round of proposed regional power lines, its members were presented with more than 250 letters from area resident raising concerns about plans for a 500 kV transmission line that would cross western Loudoun from West Virginia to Leesburg. The proposal is among the responses to PJM opening a bidding window soliciting solutions to a growing power demand within its 13-state region. Tuesday’s meeting also was attended by several Loudoun residents virtually and some in
person to ask representatives questions about the project and further voice their opposition. PJM representatives said that they had seen unprecedented data center load growth between 2021 and 2022 in Northern Virginia and Doubs, MD. However, in addition to that, they said that there were other factors contributing to the need, as well. “There’s a lot of other stuff we’re tackling with this window: the loss of 11,000 megawatts of generation and the addition of solar in its place. That right there is an element of the energy transmission—fossil’s retiring and solar is coming. They’re not one-for-one,” a PJM representative said. Senior Vice President of Planning at PJM Kenneth Seiler
assured listeners that the routes for the transmission lines were not established yet, and if the PJM board approved the project, one of the next steps would be a routing study that would provide residents more opportunities to express concerns and suggest alternative routes. “We are required to serve the 65 million people throughout our footprint reliably,” he said. He also said that the routes would be up to the transmission developers to construct. Florida-based NextEra Energy is the developer proposing the line through western Loudoun. Delegate-elect Geary Higgins (R-30) attended the meeting POWER LINE OBJECTIONS continues on page 40
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There’s No Place like Loudoun for the Holidays Holiday festivities are underway around the county as Hamilton, Leesburg, Lovettsville, Middleburg and Purcellville held tree lightings and parades over the weekend to jumpstart the holiday spirit. Residents gathered to sing carols, take part in lantern parades, cheer for parade walkers and sip hot beverages while lighting up their town Christmas trees.
Western County Residents Prepare for Long Power Line Fight BY HANNA PAMPALONI hpampaloni@loudounnow.com
It was standing room only at the Hillsboro Old Stone School on Nov. 30 as members of the Piedmont Environmental Council gathered with concerned county residents to talk about the proposed plans to build 500-kV
transmission lines through western Loudoun. The event was also attended by the representatives of the Waterford Foundation and the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy, state Senator-elect Russet Perry, aides for Delegate-elect Geary Higgins and several county supervisors.
PJM Interconnection, the regional power transmission coordinator, in February opened a window this year to accept proposals on how to meet the growing need for power in Northern Virginia that has stemmed from rapid data center growth. Included among 72 proposals submitted for review by PJM’s
Transmission Expansion Advisory Committee was the 500-kV line that would diagonally across western Loudoun between West Virginia and Leesburg. “[PJM] explained that this is unprecedented, the amount of energy that they would need to provide over a very short window of time,” PEC Director of
Land Use Julie Bolthouse said. Bolthouse told the audience that the proposal presents a host of concerns for residents including environmental impacts, electricity rate costs, viewshed impacts and agritourism disruption. RESIDENTS PREPARE continues on page 40
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Claude Moore Foundation Surpasses $100M in Giving BY NORMAN K. STYER nstyer@loudounnow.com
Four years before his death in 1991, Dr. Claude Moore established a foundation to ensure his estate would be used for the community’s benefit. At the time, his real estate holdings and other assets were valued at $17 million. This year, the Claude Moore Charitable Foundation celebrated the distribution of more than $100 million in grants to more than 345 organizations since 1990. More than $37 million of those donations have supported Loudoun County programs and the foundation has paid another $36.5 million in local real estate taxes on its Loudoun land holdings over the years. That level of investment is intentional, according to J. Hamilton Lambert, the foundation’s longtime executive director. “Dr. Moore loved Loudoun County. We wanted to honor him,” Lambert said. “We consider Loudoun County our home. We consider the Loudoun County government as our partner,” he said. Moore was born in Danville in 1892. He rose from that poor rural community through education, first at Roanoke College and the University of Virginia. He served as an Army medic in France during World War I, returning to practice in Washington, DC, in Roanoke, and at the Mayo Clinic. In 1941, he bought his home in Sterling, today’s Claude Moore Park, where he lived frugally for nearly 50 years. He retired from medicine in 1956 and turned
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Claude Moore Charitable Foundation Executive Director J. Hamilton Lambert.
his attention to real estate investment, finding significant success. Lambert, a Loudoun County native who had recently retired as the county executive in Fairfax County, was recruited to help guide the foundation by Realtor Verlin Smith shortly before Moore’s death in 1991. Initially, he agreed to help get Moore’s affairs in order on a part-time basis. Just before Moore’s death, Lambert was called to visit him in the hospital in Charlottesville to discuss the future plans for the foundation. Moore’s direction was “you figure it out,” Lambert said. What resulted was a focus on charita-
ble and educational purposes. The cornerstone of that effort is the Claude Moore Scholars program that today provides students in 52 programs across the commonwealth with early training for a career in the health sciences. The concept was sketched out on a napkin during a 2005 lunch meeting at Lansdowne Resort with Lambert, Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Edgar Hatrick, and Inova Health System CEO Knox Singleton. It would target students not on a course for a traditional college experience and train them to serve in the medical field. The approach would address a critical staffing shortage while also providing students with valuable life skills that would elevate outcomes for the students and their families. Hatrick said he wasn’t sure what would happen after what is now known as “the napkin meeting.” “J put the napkin in his pocket and I hoped to hear from him again,” Hatrick recalled. He soon got a call from Lambert with the foundation offering a $25,000 grant to explore the topic. Hatrick allowed administrators from the C.S. Monroe Technology Center, which offered a nursing program, time to travel to schools across the country to find the best approach. They found the shortage of medical providers was a concern in every community. The program launched in Loudoun in leased space in a medical office building near the hospital that was set up with X-ray machines and other training labs. Today, the program is housed at the Academies of Loudoun—and has expanded
across the commonwealth, with one of those Monroe Center administrators, Shirley Bazdar, continuing to lead the effort as a foundation staff member. “I think it is a great opportunity for the students. Not everyone has to go to college for four years,” Hatrick said. “It’s just been successful from end to end.” Lambert says he knows of no similar program in the United States and hopes that it will continue to expand in Virginia, perhaps with the state government helping to support it. Lambert sees the program’s long-term impact on addressing a critical industry need and providing careers for students as significant—and far reaching. “It’s putting a pebble in the pond. The ripples go out,” he said. Beyond the scholar’s program, the foundation’s work can be seen throughout the county—from the Smithsonian’s Udvar-Hazy Center, where the foundation’s contribution two decades ago helped move the project to construction and established the Claude Moore Education Center there, to the recently completed expansion of Loudoun Hunger Relief ’s Leesburg distribution center—and scores of other contributions in between. In Loudoun and around the commonwealth, Moore’s name is on more than 30 rooms, buildings and programs supported by the foundation. Throughout the past nearly quarter century, Lambert said the work of the foundation and its trustees has been guided by Moore’s philosophy of giving individuals a leg up rather than a hand out. “I think we’ve done that,” he said. n
‘So Many Angels’
Family Sees Miracles at Christmas Tree Farm BY ALEXIS GUSTIN
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Eight-year-old Ethan Chrisman and his family have been going to Snickers Gap Christmas Tree Farm in western Loudoun to pick out the perfect tree for several years. He, his twin sister Annabelle and his grandparents, Jeanie and Keith Baird, make the three-and-a-half-hour drive from Smithfield to meet the Baird’s son Jarred, his wife, Jen, and sons Grayson
and Connor, who live in Centerville to search the mountainside to pick the perfect blue spruce. The day they met at the farm this year was like any other year. They picked out their tree and cut it down. The cousins played together on a pile of giant boulders like they always do while Grandpa Keith and Uncle Jarred dragged the tree to the car. However, this year tragedy struck when a boulder came loose and landed on Ethan, trapping him underneath.
“Ethan had decided to make a house under the rock when it fell on him,” Jeanie Baird said. She said Annabelle heard Ethan scream once and then screamed for help for her brother. Jen Baird was with the kids at the top of the hill and texted her husband, and in-laws to come help. Meanwhile, she and others worked to get the boulder off Ethan. Somehow, even though it was close to closing time there were enough “angels” nearby to help Ethan, Jeanie said.
She said there were eight or nine men who pulled the boulder from off Ethan and an EMT, a nurse, and a retired police officer who was trained in CPR nearby to help. “They had a hard time getting a grip. The rock was bigger than a dining room table,” she said. “When they finally began to lift it, they could only lift it enough to pull his little body out just barely. It was that heavy.” MIRACLES continues on page 6
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Incoming Commonwealth’s Attorney Robert D. Anderson signs his oath of office during a Dec. 4 swearing-in ceremony in the county courthouse.
Anderson, Eickelberg Sworn into Office BY NORMAN K. STYER nstyer@loudounnow.com
Loudoun County’s two new constitutional officers gathered with family members, friends, and supporters in the historic courthouse Monday evening to take their oaths of office. Robert D. Anderson is returning to serve as commonwealth’s attorney after serving in the office for two terms from 1995 to 2003. Henry Eickelberg is the incoming county treasurer, elected to replace H. Roger Zurn, who is retiring after 28 years in the seat. Clerk of the Circuit Court Gary Clemens, who was elected to a new eight-year term in November, administered the oaths. He recalled working as a criminal investigator for Anderson before running for elective office. “I enjoyed working with Bob. He was a great prosecutor. He also is a great administrator,” Clemens said. After a career as a public servant, elected official, and local attorney, Clemens said he was surprised when Anderson
ran again to take on first-term incumbent Democrat Buta Biberaj. “At his stage of life when he said he was going to run for commonwealth’s attorney, I truly thought he was crazy because he’s had a great tour already. But it says a lot about Bob Anderson, to want to run for office again knowing that he didn’t have to. But he ran for the right reasons. He wanted to correct what he thought needed to be corrected and set the right course for this office,” Clemens said. “I’ve worked with him and I’ve seen him set a good course for this office. There is no doubt that he will do so in this next term,” he added. Anderson said he would focus on building a highly qualified team of prosecutors. He noted that four assistant commonwealth’s attorneys who served in his office went on to judgeships and another, Jennifer Wexton, was elected to congress. “These people know exactly what they were doing. They were highly competent. And we had a high morale,” Anderson said. “That’s coming back. I pledge that to you.”
When reflecting on his campaign, Anderson highlighted the support of his family and the passing of his wife, Mary. “She was the foundation. We lost her April 20, 2021. I talk to her every day. I know she is smiling right now. She is smiling because she has seen this whole family pull together,” Anderson said. Anderson made another promise: “I will tell you this Loudoun County—all the residents, ladies, gentlemen, children—we won’t let you down.” Clemens said he got to know Eickelberg during the campaign and was confident he “has what it takes” to follow Zurn. “He demonstrated that throughout the campaign. He was able to educate the voters about his experience and qualifications. I know he is going to do an outstanding job as our treasurer,” Clemens said. “I stand before you, but not above you,” Eickelberg said. “I will try to be as good of treasurer for Loudoun County as Roger Zurn.” “I’m really looking forward to serving all of you,” he said. n
County supervisors on Tuesday were briefed on the status of the massive effort to extend broadband service to more than 8,600 homes in underserved areas of western Loudoun. While there may be little to show for the project so far, project leaders said they were on track to reach substantial completion by the end of next year. The $61 million project—funded by federal and state grants, Dominion Energy and internet provider All Points Broadband—envisions the construction of 620 miles of fiber, with 176 miles to be attached to utility poles. Much of the work completed to date involves the design of the fiber network, with 424 miles complete, and the inspection of the more than 11,000 poles to document the applications and permits that will be required to attach fiber to each one. That work has been completed on about 3,000 poles, according to the report. Of Dominion’s 176 miles of fiber, designs have been approved for 115 miles, the board was told. The company plans to hang 20 miles of fiber by the end of the year and 156 miles next year. Those lines, which run between utility substations will help form the backbone of the system. All Points Broadband will be responsible for extending fiber to the homes, with that work expected to begin in the first half of next year. Service is expected to begin for the first customers next fall. Supervisor Tony Buffington (R-Blue Ridge) acknowledged the frustration of residents who have seen little tangible evidence of progress. He asked the project leaders for a more realistic timeline that he could relay to his constituents but was told they expect the project to wrap up on time next year. Western Loudoun residents interested in getting broadband service and status updates are encouraged to register at apbfiber.com. n
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Supervisors Approve Terms for Sale of Aldie Land Fourteen months after a Board of Supervisors majority agreed to sell the county-owned land adjacent to the Aldie Fire Station to the Piedmont Environmental Council, the transaction got its final approval Tuesday night. The 6.42-acre tract was acquired by the county as part of plans to build a new fire station in the village. In the face of public opposition to the location and scale of the proposed station, the county ultimately abandoned those plans, and this year started construction of the new station near Gilberts Corner east of the village. After dropping the construction plans, the county’s efforts to sell the property also proved challenging. Supervisors backed out of a tentative agreement to swap the land for prop-
erty proposed for development near St. Louis, and then nixed another deal to sell the property to Aldie resident Guy Gerachis. Finally, the board backed a PEC proposal to purchase the land for $600,000, with a commitment to restore the property’s historic tavern building, potentially converting it to office use. Two other buildings on the site will be restored and used for residential, commercial, or retail uses, according to the proposal. The board voted 7-2 on Sept. 14, 2022, to approve the sale, pending the completion of a negotiated contract. That contract was presented to the board Tuesday and was approved unanimously. n
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Speakers Urge State Delegation to Act on Bargaining, Power Lines, Other Issues NORMAN K. STYER
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As they prepare to take their seats in the 2024 General Assembly, members of Loudoun County’s delegation gathered in Leesburg on Saturday for a pre-session public hearing. They heard from speakers supporting judgeship candidates, gun regulations, collective bargaining for county government employees, more resources for behavioral services, and death with dignity legislation, as well as residents concerned about plans for new large electric transmission lines. Del. David Reid (D-28), the senior member of the delegation after winning
a fourth two-year term, chaired the meeting. Senators-elect Russet Perry (D-31) and Suhas Subramanyam (D-32), and Delegates-elect Kannan Srinivasan (D-26) and Atossa Reasor (D-27) also attended. Three leaders of SEIU Virginia 512 expressed frustration with delays in their effort to get an employee vote for collective bargaining among county government workers and urged the delegation to support the creation of a labor relations board to help navigate those delays. “Collective bargaining: That’s a chance to instill a sense of humanity and compassion and dialogue into the workplace for Norman K. Styer/Loudoun Now
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Senator-elect Russet Perry (D-31) and Del. David Reid (D-28) listen to speakers during a Dec. 2, 2023, pre-session public hearing in Leesburg.
Miracles continued from page 3 When they got Ethan out, he was not breathing and his heart had stopped. Jeanie, who was in an air boot, made it to the top as CPR was being administered. “I fell to my hands and knees and kissed his forehead and told him ‘gam gam was here,’” she said. Keith, who made it to the top before Jeanie, was talking to Ethan and holding his feet as he was being resuscitated. Jeanie said having that many people nearby and trained to help was the first of many miracles on that Nov. 24 evening. “Once the rock was off of him, God placed an EMT, a nurse and a retired police officer there,” she said. She said one did chest compressions, the other breathed for Ethan, and the other counted the breaths. She said the second miracle was when they brought Ethan back and though labored, he began breathing on his own. The third miracle was how quickly emergency response arrived, followed by a rescue helicopter. She said emergency crews were told they would likely not be able to get their vehicles up the mountainside, but they were able to without any issue, yet another miracle she said. Jeanie said rescue workers got to work immediately to stabilize Ethan and keep him breathing. She said they later found out his left lung had collapsed, which is why he was struggling to breath. Another miracle she said was the number of prayers being offered for her grandson.
“Each new day was a new development, a new miracle,” she said. “There were so many angels there to help.” — Jeanie Baird Contributed Jeanie Baird
Ethan Chrisman sits Dec. 4 in front of the Christmas tree his family cut down at Snickers Gap Nov 24.
“People were praying all over that place. I was told people were lined up at the fence praying when the helicopter came. When it landed, you could have heard a pin drop. You could feel the spirit of God all over that mountaintop,” she said. She was later told that many people in nearby communities in Round Hill, Bluemont and Purcellville had heard a boy had been hurt and offered prayers over social media. “Many people posted they just heard about it from friends and went on their knees on their kitchen floor and prayed the minute they heard about it,” she said. Ethan was flown to Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital in Falls Church. Ashley Chrisman, Ethan’s mother, was in Smithfield when she learned about the
accident and was driven to the Northern Virginia hospital by a member of her church. Jeanie said the family was given a place to stay at the Ronald McDonald House while Ethan recovered. She said the doctors and nurses were the next miracle as they worked to get Ethan responsive. She said it didn’t take long before Ethan was kicking his legs and trying to pull out his breathing tube. Then he began talking and asking why he was there. She said they estimated Ethan was under the boulder nine to 11 minutes before they could get enough men to lift it off him. “Each new day was a new development, a new miracle,” she said. “There were so many angels there to help.” Ethan was released from the hospital Dec. 1, exactly one week after the accident. He was sent back home to Smithfield with a back brace to wear for four to six weeks
because of two stress fractures in his spine and has a boot on his right foot because of a small fracture. “Ethan is doing great today,” Jeanie said. “He has got to the point where he can sit up without wearing the back brace. He is walking around and playing board games and wheeling around in his wheelchair.” She said he even helped decorate the very Christmas tree they picked out that fateful day. She said Ethan doesn’t remember much of what happened but when he learned of it from hearing stories said, “Gam, gam, I’m glad it wasn’t Connor. He is too little and I am stronger.” “Each day God gifted us with a new miracle by taking away this tube, that tube, his eyes opening, speaking for the first time. … The doctor said that children can be resilient but that this recovery goes way beyond resilience,” Jeanie said in a Facebook post about Ethan’s accident. In that post, Jeanie asked for anyone who helped her grandson to come forward so she could thank them. She said they met the retired police officer who did chest compressions before Ethan was discharged, as well as the helicopter team, but they are still looking for the EMT, the nurse and the men who lifted the boulder from off Ethan. “I just want to thank every person who saved my grandson’s life,” she said. She said she has received pages and pages of responses from Facebook and is trying to go through them all to find those who helped Ethan Nov. 24. If you helped save Ethan Chrisman, she asked you post a message at facebook.com/jeanie.l.baird. n
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General assembly continued from page 6 workers who work at the margins daily and sometimes in environments that are not conducive always to express our opinions in the workplace,” said SEIU Virginia 512 Loudoun Chair Julius Reynolds. “Who would be against that. Who would stand in the way of that. Who would say there is no need for workers to have a voice in Loudoun County.” He accused the county’s administrative staff of employing delay tactics to prevent an employee vote. “That’s criminal and something needs to be done about it.” He and other SEIU representatives said a labor control board was needed to address the impasse. “So we don’t have to worry about the county attorney stepping in the way of our progress to inject collective bargaining into our workplace,” Reynolds said. “We need to get to this goal. People’s lives and welfare hang in the balance.” Two former longtime county employees urged the delegation to help protect residents from the impact of new power line proposals. “Loudoun residents have spent decades striving to protect our farmland, our historic places, our open spaces, our conserved land, our rural businesses and our tourist industry—and now this,” said Mary Terpak, who lives near Lovettsville. “The proposed route of towers will destroy a cherished part of Loudoun County. The data centers are like an invasive species destroying our ecosystem megawatt by megawatt. Please do everything you can at the state level to stop this monstrous transmission line in its tracks and address alternative means of power supply for Loudoun County and the state.” Memory Porter worked for three decades as the county’s lobbyist in Richmond and then as a legislative aide for Delegates Joe T. May and Tom Rust. She lives in Lansdowne Woods, where residents are objecting to plans for a new power line along Rt. 7. “I am worried about the power lines for Rt. 7 and for western Loudoun. You need to pay attention to those power lines.” Porter said. She noted that May was able to get Dominion Energy to bury part of a power line between Leesburg to Purcellville. “So, it can be done.” The delegation also sought comments on judicial nominations to fill upcoming vacancies on the 20th District’s Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court and the General District Court. Names being considered for the JDR bench seat are Rachel
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Robinson, Penn Bain, Leslie Barnes, Ryan Ruzic, Elizabeth Lancaster, Charles Koehler and Eric Shamis. Those under consideration for the General District Court seat are Penn Bain, Amy McMullen Harber, Eric Shamis, Rachel Robinson, and Zaida Thompson. Attorney Deborah Piland urged the legislators to consider candidates with diverse backgrounds, including those from small practices, and to seek input for the local bar associations. Specifically, she said the decisions should be nonpartisan. “We all need to rise above partisan pol-
itics at this point,” Piland said. Two other attorneys expressed support for specific candidates. Attorney Diane Mahshie supported Leslie Barnes for the JDR bench seat. She praised Barnes for having the qualities of “temperament, fairness, intellectual capacity, and particularly devotion to the public good.” Loudoun County Public Defender Lori O’Donnell gave her support to two candidates who work in her office. For the JDR seat, she endorsed Racheal Robinson and Ryan Ruzic.
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“I cannot think of two better candidates,” she said. “I’ve been working in that courtroom for 30 years. I’ve seen a lot of judges come and go. I’ve seen a lot of substitute judges. I have dealt with a lot of demeanors.” She praised Robinson for her compassion and Ruzic for his passion about his legal work. For the District Court seat, she recommended Bain. “I can think of no one better suited for that bench,” she said. The 2024 General Assembly session opens Jan. 10. n
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USTA to Bring Pickleball to Leesburg
Virgin of Guadalupe Celebration Planned
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The nation’s fastest-growing sport will soon see an expansion in Loudoun County as the USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation announced plans to open Village Pickle, the county’s first dedicated indoor pickleball facility in early January. The center is being built in vacant retail space at the Village of Leesburg and will initially open with four courts and expand to eight in the summer. The concept is the brainchild of Henry Fonvielle, the president of Rappaport, which owns, manages, and oversees all leasing at Village at Leesburg. Last summer, he set up temporary courts in a vacant storefront to play with friends. In August, he invited members of area pickleball clubs to try out the space. More than 150 showed up to play. “Wow, this is really going to work,” Fonvielle recalls thinking after that event. An invitation for pickleball organizations to set up permanent courts resulted in the partnership with the USTA. He said the nonprofit’s focus on health and wellness made for a natural fit. “It has really come together quickly,” Fonvielle said. “It happened at a very grass roots manner.” USTA Mid-Atlantic Foundation CEO
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On Aug. 10, 2023, Rappaport President Henry Fonvielle invited area pickleball players to try out the temporary indoor courts he set up in vacant retail space at the Village at Leesburg. More than 150 showed up. The USTA plans to open an indoor pickleball center there in January.
Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro said the new center is a natural fit for the organization, especially as it works toward establishing a state-of-the-art tennis competition complex near Leesburg. “We really want to create a home in Loudoun County,” she said. While the foundation’s mission is to grow and promote tennis, it has been working with pickleballers for the past two years, even sending local players to the national championships in Las Vegas. It began exploring the concept of indoor courts early this year. Fitzpatrick-Navarro said the initiative provides the joint benefits of keeping existing tennis courts in use
for that sport while also providing pickleball players with a better experience. It will be the first USTA-operated indoor pickleball space in the nation. She sees a lot of crossover between tennis and pickleball, the nearly 60-yearold sport that has exploded in popularity during the past three years. Association of Pickleball Professionals research found that 48.3 million American adults have played the sport at least once in the past 12 months, up 35% since 2022. “There is a lot of compliments to the two sports,” she said. PICKLEBALL continues on page 9
Celebrating the Season Families filled the Leesburg Town Green on Saturday night to join in the ceremonial lighting of the Christmas tree. The crowd was treated to performances of holiday songs by Calgary, the trio of Todd Wright, Cal Everett and Gary Smallwood. The town’s festivities continue Saturday, starting at 6 p.m. the town’s Christmas and Holiday Parade down King Street from Ida Lee Park to Fairfax Street. Norman K. Styer/Loudoun Now
St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church invites the community to a bilingual celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Leesburg on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. The Virgin of Guadalupe—the title of St. Mary, mother of Jesus, associated with her appearances to a Mexican peasant in December 1531—is the patron saint of the Americas. The shrine to the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico City is one of the most visited Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, and a traditional feast day on Dec. 12 has been made a national holiday in Mexico. During the program, Rt. Rev. E. Mark Stevenson, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia and the Rev. Daniel Vélez-Rivera will celebrate the Eucharist at St. James’ Episcopal Church. The Mariachi Imperio will provide hymns and service music, and the Mass will conclude with an indigenous Mexican folkloric dance by Irene Saucedo Dance Studio. Founded in 2002, St. Gabriel’s ~ San Gabriel is the first bilingual, multicultural and multiethnic Episcopal congregation in Loudoun. Learn more at saintgabriels.net.
Visitors Urged to View Town Hall Light Show The Town of Leesburg’s annual holiday light show is underway in the rose garden section of the Town Hall campus, located behind the Donaldson Log Cabin at 14 Loudoun St. The display includes approximately 2,500 lights that are synchronized to three holiday-themed songs. The display will run each evening beginning from 4:30 to 9:45 p.m. through Monday, Jan. 1.
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Library Director Gressitt Announces Retirement Plans Alexandra Gressitt plans to step down as the director of the Thomas Balch Library in June. It is a position she has held since Dec. 1, 2003. Founded through a private endowment a century ago, the liGressitt brary became part of the Loudoun County library system in 1974. Balch was taken over by the town government in 1994 following the opening of Rust Library and it became a repository for history and genealogy material. During the past 20 years of Gressitt’s leadership, the Thomas Balch Library Foundation was established in 2015 to support the programs and outreach services, the library’s catalog was also converted from the Dewey Decimal System to the Library of Congress classification to help distinguish it as an independent research library, and the library joined over 107 countries on the international library stage as part of the Online Computer Library Center Worldcat Discovery. She also established an internship program drawing students from academic institutions across the country and strengthened the library’s volunteer program, while adding significant expertise to staff. “We’re a very small staff but we’ve accomplished an outsized amount of work. I can’t praise the staff or the community enough. The community is very important to our mission,” Gressitt stated.
Prior to joining Thomas Balch Library in 2003, Gressitt served as the archives research services director at the Library of Virginia; as the curator of manuscripts and archives at the Indiana Historical Society; and the City of Hattiesburg archivist and assistant university archivist at the University of Southern Mississippi. She holds master’s degrees in archival administration from North Carolina State and in European history from the University of Washington, and a bachelor’s degree in European history from the University of Puget Sound. “Getting Thomas Balch Library from where it was to where it is has been the driving force behind my long tenure,” Gressitt stated. “Without the support of the community, not just the Leesburg and Loudoun community but the broader history and research community, all our accomplishments could not have been achieved. Employees and community members have kept me motivated to make the library the best it can be. My hope is that I am leaving this a better place than I had found it, and that whoever comes after me is able to develop Thomas Balch Library into more of a cultural center for which the stage has been set. I am deeply appreciative of all the support I have received, through the years, from the community.” The town plans to begin recruitment shortly with the hope of having her replacement in place prior to he retirement. n
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continued from page 8 If pickleball’s initial popularity centered on senior players who may have lost a step on the tennis court, it is now attracting athletes of all ages and skill levels—including active tennis players like Fonvielle, who holds a 3.5 USTA rating. Fitzpatrick-Navarro said there’s been a significant uptick in youth players who are drawn to the social aspects of the sport. She said the Leesburg center will promote that inclusiveness. “This will be a welcoming place for all people,” she said. A professional staff will be on hand to provide instruction to beginners and experienced players. Fonvielle said the location at the Village of Leesburg—which also hosts a bowling alley, a movie theater and trampoline cen-
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School Division Auditor General Briefs Committee on 2 Reports
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accusing our young people of hate speech because that actually endangers us,” she said, referencing recent attacks on Palestinian-Americans including the fatal stabbing of a six-year-old Chicago boy and the recent shooting of three college students of Palestinian descent in Vermont. Another speaker said that Arabs are “Semitic.” Speakers defended the chant, saying it did not mean harming anyone else rather it brought hope. Student Zaina Shareef, a first generation Palestinian-American, said the chant doesn’t mention the harming of “any other kinds of people and it should not be assumed that it does.” The chant has been used by supporters of terrorist organizations who advocate
Division Auditor General Ahmad Woods on Nov. 27 briefed a School Board committee on the status of two audits—the Fine Arts Stipend program and Special Education staffing needs, among Woods several he plans to complete this school year. For the Fine Arts Stipend program audit, Woods laid out several areas of concern after meeting with several teachers, principals and administrators. He noted that each school handles the stipend differently. “That is probably one of the areas we can streamline better,” he said. Some of the areas of concern he mentioned include a lack of internal controls over the stipend; making the stipends less labor intensive when onboarding individuals and processing payments, which he said are all manually done; a lack of written guidance on how stipends are administered and overseen; and condensing of stipends at the school level to a few people rather than more people. Woods said he understood in theater that there are distinct areas like one-act plays, full-length plays, and competitions that directors are in charge of and warrant three stipends for each of those duties. “But once we start getting into four and five stipends for a recipient there might be areas where we can improve our outreach to bring in more individuals into the stipend,” he said. “Because when these stipends were started one of the reasons to have these stipends was to staff more people to help with the programs and if the staffing is staying the same, but the distribution is increasing then. What justifies the extra stipends?” He said he was going to look into it further during the testing phase of his audit over the next few months. He also said an area of concern is the onboarding of non-division employees, a person who is only hired to perform the duties associated with the stipend who is
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A student addresses the School Board on Nov. 28 to share about his experiences since administrators sent an email about pro-Palestine walkouts using antiSemitic language. Many speakers said they felt targeted and unsafe.
School Administrators Grapple with Students’ Political Protests BY ALEXIS GUSTIN agustin@loudounnow.com
Ramifications of the Israel-Hamas war were brought to the School Board meeting room Nov. 28 as over a dozen students and parents mounted objections to an email sent by Superintendent Aaron Spence about language used in recent peaceful walkouts by student protesters. Comments by school critics aimed at the Palestinian speakers in the room brought a warning from Chair Ian Serotkin (Blue Ridge) and a broader discussion about what the division was doing to protect all students. On Nov. 6 after pro-Palestine walkouts had been held at several Loudoun high schools, Spence sent an email acknowledging the peaceful nature of the protests as well as saying the division was aware
that language used at some of the protests “could be construed as anti-Semitic and has the effect of making members of the Jewish community feel unsafe.” The students and parents speaking at last week’s School Board meeting said the email made them feel targeted and shared examples over the past few weeks where they felt they were being censored by not being allowed to say phrases like “free Palestine” or a chant that has been deemed anti-Semitic by some and were told they could not wear the colors of the Palestinian flag. Fatima Mojaddidy noted the email contained the words “hate speech” three times and said words like that endanger people from the Middle East. “Those students did not commit hate speech. They did not commit any anti-Semitism. They stood up against a genocide for a free Palestine. Please stop
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Parents Ask School Board to Amend Dulles South Attendance Zone Plan BY ALEXIS GUSTIN agustin@loudounnow.com
During the final public hearing for the proposed elementary school attendance zone changes in Dulles South on Monday, parents in the Hartland neighborhood— an area slated to change elementary schools—again spoke out against the staff recommendations and asked the School Board to amend the plan for now then to completely realign the area later. The proposed changes would move elementary students from four attendance zones and three separate elementary schools—Goshen Post, Elaine E. Thompson and Aldie elementary schools—into Henrietta Lacks and Hovatter elementary schools. The changes are also being recommended to help with future overcrowding at several elementary schools, according to Director of Planning and GIS Services Beverly Tate. Andrea Lambert, who has previously spoken out against the plan, asked the board to consider the best “long term solution for all parties” even if it meant pausing the current plan. She proposed the division keep the
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Swati Austin speaks at the final public hearing for the proposed Dulles South attendance zone changes on Dec. 4.
Hartland neighborhood at its current school, Elaine E. Thompson Elementary School, and move students in the Nicholson Farm and Lenah Woods (in zone DS 8.5) and The Meadows neighborhoods (DS9.4) back to Arcola Elementary, which she said was underused. Swati Austin, a mother of a second grader and kindergartener at Elaine E.
Thompson, said the decision seemed rushed. “We’ve looked at the maps inside and out, we know this isn’t easy,” she said. “Please consider tabling this plan, to look at opportunities to rezone other schools to allow for minimal future changes so we aren’t here again next year having this conversation again, and then again, and then again.” Chris McGrath, a father of two and a vocal opponent to the proposed plan, said the proposal was “the worst kind of BandAid” and “short-sighted.” He also supported the idea to move neighborhoods back into Arcola Elementary School. The division’s official enrollment report for the school as of Sept. 30 lists 796 students at Arcola, down from its peak enrollment of 1,014 in 2017. The division lists Arcola Elementary’s base building capacity as 960 students. According to an Oct. 19 staff presentation, the school will be at 71% capacity during the 2029-2030 school year. The parents suggested the amendment to the plan, saying it would free up more than 90 spots at Elaine E. Thompson “and allow LCPS and the School Board time to look at all attendance zones in south
Loudoun. Nothing short of a full realignment is what’s needed,” McGrath said. “I’m here tonight to implore you to take more time, and to evaluate and re-baseline as necessary all the neighborhoods along the Dulles South Rt. 50 corridor from elementary to high school,” parent Erin White said. Parents have spoken out against the plan for the past two months, asking the board to consider how many times their students, many of whom are “Covid-19 elementary kids”—meaning they were in kindergarten during the pandemic, and then hybrid students for first grade have changed schools. Many parents have said the proposed changes would send their children to their fourth different school in five years. Chair Ian Serotkin (Blue Ridge) said he would more than likely propose exempting fourth grade students from the changes in addition to fifth grade students already grandfathered under school policy. Additionally, the parents expressed concerns over their students not matriculating to the same middle and high ATTENDANCE ZONE PLAN continues on page 14
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School Board Punts Western Loudoun Attendance Zone Changes BY ALEXIS GUSTIN
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Western Loudoun families who raised objections to proposed attendance zone boundary changes can rest easy now after a vote by the School Board at the end of its Nov. 28 meeting. The board voted unanimously to approve John Beatty’s (Catoctin) motion to indefinitely postpone consideration of the division staff ’s proposal involving eight attendance zones mostly north of Rt. 7 and along the Rt. 287 corridor, as well as a couple across from Harmony Middle School near Purcellville. The proposed changes would have moved about 200 students out of Harmony and Woodgrove High School and into Blue Ridge Middle School and Loudoun Valley High School. Chair Ian Serotkin (Blue Ridge) in an interview Nov. 29 said School Board members heard the parents “loud and clear” about the concerns raised since the plan was announced Nov. 9. On Nov. 27 , over 50 parents and students attended a community meeting at Woodgrove High School to talk about the plans with division staff members and voice their frustrations over the proposed
changes saying it was unnecessary. Parents pointed out that under the enrollment projections released by the division, Harmony wasn’t supposed to get overcrowded until 2026—and then by only five students, according to this year’s base capacity. According to enrollment projections, Harmony is projected to grow minimally over the next seven years with a projected drop in students to 1,238 by 2029-2030. Its current base capacity is 1,254 students. Woodgrove is also projected to drop by 206 students next year and grow minimally until 2029-2030 when it is expected to reach 1,704 students. Its current base capacity is 1,745. At Blue Ridge, the current base capacity is 1,161, and it is also expected to lose students over the next seven years, including about 415 next year alone. By 2029-2030 the projected enrollment is 727 students. Valley also is expected to see a drop in students over the next seven years, losing 165 students next year and steadily declining to 1,120 students by 2029, according to division projections. Serotkin said there are still concerns about the enrollment projections for Harmony but said it’s not nearly as dire as last year’s boundary zone change when
Loudoun County High School was projected to reach 120% capacity and action needed to be taken. “My feelings are consistent with the board’s last night that there was additional time for the new board to come in and look at the problem and take a more measured approach in finding a solution to it,” he said. Beatty said during the vote Nov. 28 and in an emailed request for comment that he attended the community meeting and said it was clear the changes are not wanted and they were happening too fast. “I appreciate staff doing their job, looking at the numbers and providing ideas to the board. But I think the time is not right for such a change. If this becomes a problem next year or the year after, I would hope that process would go through the full attendance zone change process, so that all possibilities could be considered,” Beatty said. Serotkin said the new board—comprised of nine new members who take office Jan. 1—could decide to take up changes in the future or staff could bring back changes later but that this board would not be agreeing to the changes. Both Beatty and Serotkin said at an earlier November School Board meeting that they felt the change could wait.
Parents of students in the Kenneth Culbert Elementary, Harmony Middle and Woodgrove High Schools cluster were alerted of the possible abbreviated attendance zone change Nov. 9 via email. The changes were recommended to relieve future overcrowding at Harmony, better use Blue Ridge Middle and Loudoun Valley High Schools and reduce the number of middle and high schools fifth graders at Kenneth Culbert Elementary School feed into from three to two. Culbert fifth graders currently feed into Harmony, Blue Ridge and Smart’s Mill Middle and Woodgrove, Loudoun Valley and Tuscarora High Schools. School Board policy allows for an abbreviated attendance zone change process in certain situations like addressing minimal overcrowding and or/cluster alignment and when less than 10% of the school population is being considered to move, which was the case in this change according to Director of Planning and GIS Services Beverly Tate. The eight planning zones had 75 middle school students, representing about 6.6% of the 1,142 students enrolled at Harmony and 127 high school students, representing about 8.2% of Woodgrove’s 1,547 students according to Tate.
Middleburg Charter School Removed from Probation with Conditions BY ALEXIS GUSTIN agustin@loudounnow.com
The Middleburg Community Charter School Nov. 28 was removed from its seven-month long probation under the condition that the principal continue to attend quarterly principal and financial meetings. After a ten-minute discussion Tuesday, the School Board voted 8-1, with Atoosa Reaser (Algonkian) opposed, to remove the school from its probation, deeming it had taken corrective measures to fix ongoing financial concerns with its books. Reaser expressed concern over two items identified in September through an external audit that still needed improvement. “What evidence do we have that taking them off of probation wouldn’t just put us back where we started?” she asked. “Because it seems to be the only difference is the fact that they were on probation and these improvements occurred because of probation.” She asked the staff if they felt there
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was still an ongoing problem. Chief Financial Officer Sharon Willoughby said when the issue was first brought to the committee and then the board’s attention, there were “ongoing, multi-year, repetitive, high-risk concerns.” She said because the school had taken corrective measures, they had a more positive external audit and said the two ongoing deficiencies were of “a lower risk.” “Whether the level of risk is high or low, the fact that even on probation there continued to be reports of deficiencies
leads me to believe the probation should continue,” she said. Willoughby said the staff worked diligently with the school and saw them take the concern more seriously than they had before. She said the lower risk items led to the recommendation to remove the school from probation. “While I can understand some of the concern of removing them from probation in that there is a risk associated with that, I see that risk being low based on what we’ve seen and no different than any risk we have with our other schools and their individual annual audits,” Willoughby said. The rest of the board agreed. Last December, a School Board committee led by Brenda Sheridan (Sterling) created a corrective action plan after ongoing concerns outlined in multiple audit reports from the school were discussed and referred the matter to the full board. The board approved that action plan Jan. 10, 2023 which included two unannounced on-site financial audits that focused on the issues identified in previous audits. In March the Special Programs &
Centers Committee reviewed the first of the two unannounced audits and decided to put the school on probation for not taking corrective measures to its financial books. That recommendation and audit findings were sent to the full board and after a tie vote in early April, the School Board voted to put the school on probation April 25. The second of the two unannounced audits took place May 16 and revealed continued financial concerns. In September an external audit was conducted by Robinson, Cox Associates which identified two continued deficiencies, down from the original nine that were identified, and it identified a lower financial risk as well as stated the principal and bookkeeper had been attending quarterly meetings outlined in the corrective plan. That led to the committee in October recommending the school be removed from probation as long as the principal continued to attend the quarterly principal meetings and quarterly FAST Forums. Those conditions were added to the board’s recommendation to remove the school from probation. n
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Audit reports continued from page 10 not considered an employee. He said there was not a clear workflow when an individual passes a background check to notify administrators or staff at the school level. “An individual will go and work for a stipend. They will come into our schools. They will work with our children. And then they’ll receive payment and at that moment they receive payment that is when some of them know they have passed clearance, because now they’ve been processed through HR who now passed that info to payroll,” he said. He said in one case a person began working before their background check was complete. He said the school-level administrators have no communication from Human Resources so they don’t know when background checks are done and when a person may start working. “That is the biggest red flag. Individuals working at schools who haven’t passed background checks. Then it’s also the admin building here, us not communicating to those schools that when an individual is signing up for the stipends even though they might receive an employee identification number, they have not passed a background check and should not work with the students until they pass a background check.” Woods said he received notification that day about a person who had been working in a school without one. He said the person would be notified they couldn’t work with students until it was complete. He pointed out inconsistencies with giving out ID badges, saying they aren’t necessarily being given to people who haven’t passed the background check but that they were also not being given to those who had. He also noted that in some cases people had been paid for work before they completed it. Woods said that put the division at risk of losing that money and having to hire another person to do the work. Asked by Audit Committee Chair Harris Mahedavi (Ashburn) if that was happening in other areas, Woods said it could be happening with every stipend. That audit work will continue through Feb. 2 and Woods will report his findings to the School Board later that month. For the Special Education staffing needs audit, Woods said he met with staff members in the Office of Special Education, Human Resources and Talent Development and Business and Financial Services, reviewed the division’s policies and regulations, and began the testing phase of the audit Nov. 14. Woods said he already had identified at
least one area the division was noncompliant when it came to staffing. He said earlier in the year a special education class was staffed one teacher for 12 students which is above the recommended staffing ratio of one to 10. When that happens, the division has to notify the parents, the School Board and the superintendent about the noncompliance and include a corrective action plan. “I do understand that nationally there is an issue with staffing, but that is one of the areas of concern We will do further testing and look into that now,” he said. He said school site visits are planned.
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He said as part of the audit he is looking at the way Business and Financial Services determines the calculations for FTEs—or full-time equivalent positions—for Special Education as part of the budget process. Woods said the division could look into changing that process to have the Office of Special Education track its own FTEs, rather than have a middleman do it to ensure the budget accommodates the needed positions. He also noted in special education there is a point system for special services and that one student could be assigned more points depending on their needs.
He said Business and Financial Services is only looking at the student to staffing ratio, but not the point system that is outlined in the state’s staffing standards. That means some special education classes could be understaffed. “When we‘re calculating our FTEs in Business and Financial Services, we are just taking one for one headcount and it does not take into account that point system that is in the Virginia criteria,” he said noting it does not take into account the severity of the student’s case. Woods said the testing phase for the audit will run until Jan. 31. n
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Student protests continued from page 10 for the destruction of Israel through violent means. Mercer Middle School student Jenna Shareef said the division was taking away her freedom of speech by taking away a few words from her vocabulary. She said her younger brother was told his jacket with a flag and map of Palestine was violating dress code because it contained an image that was offensive to some. “That is like someone wearing a map of the United States with a flag in it,” she said. “Saying he violated this policy would be the same as him wearing a shirt that says KKK or a Nazi symbol. Are you comparing my country and my flag to Nazi’s or the KKK? That is hate speech and that causes me to feel uncomfortable.” Teacher Nikki Korsen, who sponsors the Jewish Student Union, said she was disheartened to see the divide and acknowledged students don’t always know the best way to handle their feelings to avoid being inflammatory. “In fact, students have been using this inflammatory messaging and it has caused hurt. Even tonight the words genocide and “from the river to the sea” are being defended. As the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, I can’t even begin to describe what hearing those words feels like, especially when the attack of Oct. 7 is being left out of the conversation,” she said. She noted both anti-Semitic and Islamophobia hate speech has increased across the country and encouraged the division to not be part of it. She asked for better guidance on how teachers should handle the conversations. “I do join the Muslim community in advocating for conversations between these two affected groups and agree it must be addressed. Above all we are people, neighbors and classmates—all human. But we need help because this is bigger than all of us,” Korsen said.
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A woman waves a Palestinian flag and shouts after comments made during the School Board’s Nov. 28 meeting.
Other speakers said the Palestinian students and parents in the room were supporting Hamas, the Palestinian political organization that governs Gaza and the military organization that carried out the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel that left 1,200 people dead and over 200 people taken hostage. Israel’s military response has resulted in a conflict that has left 15,899 Palestinians dead according to the Hamas-led health ministry in Gaza on Dec 4 and over 1.7 million displaced, figures disputed by Israel. The State Department designated Hamas a foreign terrorist organization in 1997. Other Western countries and the European Union also consider it a terrorist organization. Long-time division critic Brian Davison called the speakers “pro-terrorists.” “I see we have the pro-Hamas and pro-terrorist organizations up here commenting,” he said, before Serotkin quieted the crowd who had become upset at the comment. Davison said other inflammatory statements resulting in the crowd yelling and calling what he said “hate speech” for several minutes, spurring a warning from
“Even tonight the words genocide and “from the river to the sea” are being defended. As the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, I can’t even begin to describe what hearing those words feels like ...” — Nikki Korsen LCPS Teacher and Sponsor of the Jewish Student Union Serotkin that public comment would be stopped for a recess if the crowd didn’t calm down. Later in the meeting during a discussion initiated by Tiffany Polifko (Broad Run) about walkouts and how to regulate protests consistently across the division, the board heard from Chief of Schools
Rae Mitchell and Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Latisha Ellis-Williams about how the division was handling the complex issue. Ellis-Williams pointed out several meetings Spence had had and was scheduled to have with faith leaders across the county, including the All Dulles Area Muslim Society and the Jewish Community Relations Council. “We have not left out anyone that has been impacted,” she said about the division’s efforts to reach out to the communities who may be impacted by the events in the Middle East. Ellis-Williams said the division’s decisions have been reactionary because there are “myriad of truths that are all true” among the diverse school population and said its main goal was to keep students safe physically and emotionally. She said principals were never told to ban colors being worn by students. “All it takes is for three [principals] to have a misstep, with the best intention to mitigate part of what we saw this evening,” she said. Spence agreed and said decisions about what was and was not permitted during walkouts, though well intended, were being made at individual schools and were not coming from the division. He said beyond conversations with faith leaders and the community the division needed to provide clear directions to principals. But said he felt it was important for students to have the ability to express themselves. “This is complicated. This is incredibly nuanced. Despite what other people might think this is incredibly nuanced. This is not a position school divisions are typically in,” Spence said. “I’m not making light of this when I say we are not Middle East diplomats, so we are trying to figure out how do we navigate in this space.” He encouraged open-mindedness and a willingness to have conversations. n
“The kids in Hartland cannot go to the place for both Dulles North and Dulles kindergarten through first grade when it Attendance zone plan schools that are right in their backyard,” South area schools at that time. opens in 2024 and kindergarten through continued from page 11
schools as the rest of their peers if the proposed staff plan goes forward. They said their neighborhood would be the only one zoned for Hovatter and Henrietta Lacks elementary schools that would not advance to Willard Middle School and Lightridge High School.
Satish Kandaguadla said. According to the division website, this isn’t the last time a boundary change will take place in the southern part of the county. It states that another attendance zone change, this time dealing with secondary students, will take place before the opening of HS-14, which is scheduled in fall 2028. According to its website, secondary attendance zone changes will take
The division initiated an attendance zone change process this fall to determine which students would attend Henrietta Lacks Elementary School, which is under construction and scheduled to open fall 2024. The school is being built to relieve crowding at Hovatter and will share a campus with Hovatter and Lightridge High School. It will house students from
second grade after that. Hovatter will house students in second through fifth grade in 2024 only then third through fifth after that. The School Board will either adopt or modify the staff proposed plan at its final meeting, Dec. 12. After that an entirely new School Board will take the helm beginning Jan. 1. n
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Public Safety Suspect Acquitted in 2022 Manslaughter Case BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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After four days of testimony and a day of deliberations, a Loudoun Circuit Court Jury on Friday returned a not guilty verdict in the 2022 case of a Leesburg man charged with voluntary manslaughter. Nelson Jose Coronado Jr., 22, faced up to 10 years in prison for the fatal shooting of his 21-year-old cousin, Javuan Amontae Wright. According to witness testimony, Leesburg police officers and a Virginia State Trooper responded to a report of a suspicious event at a Fort Evans Road apartment. They arrived to find Wright in the apartment with multiple gunshot wounds. He was declared dead at the scene. Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Eden Holmes closing arguments focused on what she said was “way too much force,” used by Coronado for the situation. “He didn’t have to kill Javuan,” she said. Prosecutors called 24 witnesses to establish that Coronado “escalated the violence” by retrieving a firearm when Wright entered the apartment. According to witness testimony, Wright was visiting Coronado from his home in Maryland when they spent an af-
ternoon hanging out at Coronado’s home. Coronado drank a shot of brandy and two beers and Wright became heavily intoxicated with a blood alcohol content of 0.23 at the time of his autopsy. Leesburg Police Officers and Virginia State Trooper Kress Adamson testified on Monday that in an encounter with Wright, Coronado, and his girlfriend Tamara Walters less than an hour before the shooting, that Wright showed signs of being intoxicated such as stumbling and slurring his words. Body camera footage shown during the trial showed Officer Miguel Saunders engaging with Walters, who was crying. She said, “he attacked me” and “he shot him” although the video footage clip did not have her clarifying who “he” was. Virginia State Trooper Kress Adamson testified on Monday that he heard Coronado say, “I shot him.” Defense attorneys said that Coronado acted in self-defense against Wright. They highlighted that Wright entered the apartment after Coronado told him not to and then he became aggressive toward himself and Walters. They said Coronado shouted eight to 10 times at Wright to leave while he was approaching and that he had Coronado backed up against the wall. n
Sheriff’s Office Makes Arrest in Sterling Shooting The Sheriff ’s Office has arrested a suspect in connection with last week’s shooting in the parking lot of Dulles Retail Plaza in Sterling. Richard L. Edmundson, 35, of no fixed address, was arrested in connection with the shooting Nov. 30. In that case, a man, identified as an employee at the Milk and Honey Café in the retail center, was seriously wounded in the Nov. 27 incident. Preliminary reports indicate that the suspect and the victim knew each other and that this was not a random act, according to the Sheriff ’s Office. Investigators have determined there was more than one individual
involved in this incident and the case remains under investigation. Edmundson was charged with malicious wounding and transported to the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center where he was held without bond. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Jan. 8 in District Court. Investigators ask anyone with information about the incident to contact Det. M. Grimsley at 703777-1919. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Loudoun County Crime Solvers at 703-777-1919 or submit a tip through the Loudoun County Sheriff ’s Office app. n
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Señor Ramon’s Launches Ramona Empandas BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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Blue Vigil CEO Robert Schumann poses with a drone lighting system developed by his firm in Sterling.
5 Loudoun-based Innovators Awarded $150K in Challenge
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A Sterling-based company that is pioneering drone lighting systems for the construction industry was selected as the top winner in the fourth annual Loudoun Innovation Challenge. The $40,000 cash prize will help Blue Vigil accelerate the production of its tether-powered lights and to attend a huge contractor conference in Dubai. The award was presented Nov. 29 after the 12 finalists in the competition sponsored by the Loudoun County Economic Development Authority and Department of Economic Development made their pitches to a panel of judges at the River Creek Club. This year’s challenge consisted of presentations by entrepreneurs representing the Agri-Tech, Information & Communications, Clean Energy, and Highly Specialized Manufacturing industries. The winner of each individual category was
awarded $25,000 and the top overall business applicant was granted $40,000. The People’s Choice award winner, as voted on by the public, received $10,000. “The quality of applications received this year made judging incredibly difficult, but the winners who rose to the top represent some of the brightest innovators and thought leaders in the county,” Loudoun EDA Chair Bernard Mustafa said. “These winners have applied innovation to their respective industries and this Challenge allowed them to showcase those fresh ideas.” “We always look for new ways to cultivate the next generation of #LoudounPossible success stories. The Innovation Challenge competition gives us the platform to encourage companies to think outside the box and find creative solutions to modern problems right here in Loudoun. We believe investment in these forward-thinking companies will help stimulate our local economy, while bringing attention to the diverse business ecosystem that is present in our County,” said Buddy Rizer,
executive director of Loudoun Economic Development. Route 7 Provisions, a platform developed by Harrison Mudd, to help local farmers market their produce, won both the Agri-Tech category and the People’s Choice prize, landing $35,000 to help add more ag entrepreneurs to the platform. Leesburg-based CodeLock, which works to ensure the integrity and security of the software development process, won the $25,000 prize in the Information and Communication Innovation category. Brambleton’s Mehrdel was the winner in the Clean Energy Innovation category. The company deploys low-voltage electrical, communications, process automation and other IT systems. Intalus won the Highly Specialized Manufacturing Innovation category. The company will use the $25,000 prize to support its Ashburn office and develop prototypes for its disruptive building material products. Learn more about the winners at LoudounInnovationChallenge.com n
The Señor Ramon Taqueria franchise has expanded once again with the launch of Ramona Empanadas in several locations across the county last week. Owner Damian Dajcz said the move to add empanadas to his already established taco menu seemed like a logical next step since many of the ingredients and equipment needed are the same. “This is something that we were talking about for the past maybe two or three years after COVID,” Dajcz said. “Empanadas are so convenient and so versatile.” He compared them to pizza with how easy they are to customize when ordering a dozen, how well they work for large groups of people, and how well they travel without compromising the quality. Empanadas are savory pastries, usually baked or fried, that often have cheese and meat inside. Dajcz said he will also be offering dessert empanadas. Ramona Empanada ordering kiosks can be found at all Señor Ramon’s locations and offer a wide variety of flavors including beef, chicken, lamb, pepperoni, spinach, caprese, ham and sweet corn. Shoppers can order a dozen, half dozen or three. Dajcz said all of the empanadas available at his restaurants are fried but he is working on a healthier baked option in his next brand expansion, a Latin-style market at his company’s headquarters in Sterling. Scheduled to open before the end of the year, the market will offer a variety of South American products and include a butchery section that will offer Loudouners’ favorite Señor Ramon’s pre-seasoned meats as well as produce. “[There] we can easily store all of our flavors [of empanadas] in big quantities. So, we are going to be able from that location to just sell ready-tobake empanadas. So, somebody who wants to host an event from home, or just to have them at home and in the freezer or the fridge, they are going to have that opportunity,” Dajcz said. Shoppers can also order the empanadas online at ramonaempanadas.com. n
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AROUND towns LOVETTSVILLE Menorah Lighting, Home Decorating Contest this Weekend
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Mounted foxhunt riders and hounds travel down Washington Street for the Middleburg Hunt and Hound Review as spectators cheer Dec. 2.
Middleburg Packs the Streets for Christmas Parades BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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Large crowds gathered in Middleburg on Saturday for the town’s annual Christmas parades and other holiday festivities. The day began at Middleburg Charter School with Breakfast with Santa hosted by the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. It was followed at 11 a.m. by the Middleburg Hunt and Hound Review as mounted foxhunt riders and hounds traveled down Washington Street as spectators lining the streets cheered. That parade was followed at 2 p.m. by
the town’s Christmas parade complete with marching bands, vintage cars, Mayor Bridge Littleton and Town Council members, the American Legion, local schools, nonprofits, dancers, the Police Department and Sheriff ’s Office, volunteer organizations and Santa in a horse-drawn carriage. “I just want to thank everybody for coming out and spending a little bit of their time to make Christmas in Middleburg excellent and have a little bit of cheer for everybody in our region,” Littleton said. The event was emceed by Laticia
Headings of McEnearney Associates in Middleburg and Vice Mayor Peter Leonard-Morgan and featured music by DJ Snowhite. Jeffrey Blue, master of Middleburg Hunt since 1991, also made an appearance for the Hunt and Hounds Review. “He is a treasure not only to the Middleburg Hunt but also to the Middleburg Community,” Headings said. In between parades visitors had the opportunity to stop in the town’s many shops and Christmas-themed booths including a Tip Top Tap Truck offering alcoholic beverages for sale. n
Purcellville Celebrates Renovated Police Station BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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The Purcellville Police Department on Nov. 29 celebrated the recently completed renovations to its East Hirst Road station that began in March. Members of the Town Council, town staff, Board of Supervisors, Leesburg Police Department, Loudoun County Sheriff ’s Office and members of the public gathered to tour the office and cut the ribbon on its reopening to the public. Police Chief Cindy McAlister said the town’s first police officer was hired in 1960 and that at the time, the department was located on Main Street where the Purcell Gun Store is now.
“Our property and evidence room was a little shed in the backyard,” she said. “I think the officer used to sit out on the front porch and just kind of have lemonade with the kids going by.” McAlister said the department works hard to build a police force that supports the community and fosters a safe environment for residents. “Having the opportunity now to have a place where the officers actually feel they have a building that functions and serves as a professional place to come and go while they do their job, is huge,” she said. The project encompassed improvements to increase the safety and functionality of the facility. Enhancements
included a secure lobby and ADA compliant public restroom, safe and secure interview/interrogation room, a family and victim-friendly interview/conference room, a more efficient property and evidence area, hardened armory, additional lockers, an officer wellness area, and an increase in storage for equipment needs for both officers and administrative staff. The new construction added an additional 1,994 square feet to the office, for a total of 6,312 square feet. The building also features decorations by area residents including a wooden American flag created by the Purcellville Flag Company and mural painted by Penny Hauffe. n
The town’s Love Winter festivities continue this weekend with a menorah lighting Saturday and the Light up Lovettsville contest Sunday. The menorah lighting will take place at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 on the third day of Hanukkah to accommodate the rabbi’s availability, the town said. Members of the Town Council judging homes and businesses decorating for the Light Up Lovettsville contest will be stopping to visit all contestants Sunday evening. Awards will be announced Thursday, Dec. 14 during the council’s regular meeting.
Stahl Joins Lovettsville Town Council Lovettsville Town Council during its Nov. 30 meeting appointed Stuart Stahl to fill the vacancy on the council created by the resigStahl nation of Bobby Merhaut in October. Prior to his appointment, Stahl, a four-year town resident, served on the Planning Commission. He has also volunteered with town events including Oktoberfest, Love Winter and Mayfest. Mayor Christopher Hornbaker said Stahl had quickly become an integral part of community events and the town. “He’s been very proactive on our Planning Commission, on the events committees that he’s served on, and this is just a continuation of his service to the town,” Hornbaker said, adding that Stahl had “engrained himself ” into the town. Stahl will serve on the council AROUND TOWNS continues on page 19
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Purcellville Moves Closer to Pullen House Sale BY HANNA PAMPALONI hpampaloni@loudounnow.com
The Purcellville Town Council last week voted unanimously to take the next step toward selling the property known as Pullen House and schedule a public hearing on a bid made for the property. The proposal under consideration was one of three submitted to the town, according to Town Clerk Kimberly Bandy. The town declined to disclose the bids, citing state code provision that permits the government to withhold “information relating to the negation and award of a specific contract where competition or bargaining is involved and where the release of such information would adversely
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The Town of Purcellville-owned property on South 20th Street known as Pullen House.
affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body.” In May, the council moved to begin the process of selling the 0.49-acre property with a 4-1-1 vote with council member
Erin Rayner opposed, Mayor Stanley J. Milan abstaining, and Mary Jane Williams absent. In October, the council hired Richard Hampton of Keller Williams Realty in Chantilly to manage the sale of the house. The town also attempted to sell Pullen House in 2021 when it received three bids for the property. However, the first bid was withdrawn, and the middle bid was deemed unqualified. The council opted not to accept the low bid. The town purchased the property for $175,000 in 2010 because of its location adjacent to the Fireman’s Field parks and recreation complex. However, the building on the property has deteriorated and could soon present a safety hazard, according to a May 23 staff memo. n
Purcellville Kicks off Holidays with Tree Lighting BY HANNA PAMPALONI
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The town of Purcellville hosted residents gathered on the Town Hall lawn Friday evening to kick off the town’s Christmas celebrations and light the town tree. Mayor Stanley J. Milan welcomed members of the town before Purcellville Police Department Chaplain Larry Brooks led the evening off with a prayer.
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until a special election is held for the seat Nov. 5, 2024. His appointment leaves a vacancy on the Planning Commission, for which applications will open soon.
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“It is our pleasure to kick off the holiday season with you,” Milan told the crowd. Students from Dance Academy of Loudoun performed dance routines and Woodgrove High School students sang Christmas carols. The town also rented the Bilstad’s Beignet food truck to offer free beignets and hot chocolate to residents attending. Santa also made an appearance at the end of the evening to take photos with children and hand out candy canes. n
noon to 2 p.m. The event will allow participants to show off their holiday spirit and costumes as they parade from the National Sporting Library and Museum and around town. Prizes will be awarded for the best holiday costume, best Middleburg-themed costume and best dressed dog and human pair. Register online at visitmiddleburgva.com or onsite beginning at 11:30 a.m.
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Dickens of Dog Show Scheduled for Saturday
Christmas Parade Set Saturday
Visit Middleburg will be jumpstarting its annual run of Dickens-themed events Saturday, Dec. 9, with the third annual Dickens of a Dog Show from
The Purcellville Christmas parade is set to take place Saturday, Dec. 9 at 12 p.m. The parade will begin and end at Blue Ridge Middle School and travel on South
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Residents gather on Purcellville’s Town Hall lawn to celebrate the Holiday season and light the Christmas tree Dec. 1.
20th Street, East Main Street, South Maple Street and A Street. Park restrictions will be in effect along the entire parade route from Friday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. through Saturday, Dec. 9 at 3 p.m. Cars along the route during those times will be towed. Following the parade, festivities will continue around the town. From 1 to 6 p.m. Bush Tabernacle will host a Holiday Market and Lego Display featuring local artisans and crafters. At that same time, Loudoun Valley Community Center will hold an Ornament Making Workshop, and from 2 to 5 p.m. Santa will be at the Purcellville Train Station and available for photos with those who bring their own cameras. n
Obituaries
Marian “Dolly” Hagenbuch Marian “Dolly” Hagenbuch was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She left this world suddenly on November 27, at the age of 91, after a short illness. Dolly was born in Purcellville, Virginia, the daughter of Herbert and Florence Grimes. She lived most of her life in Loudoun County. Dolly is preceded in death by both of her parents as well as her beloved husband, Thomas “Tommy” Hagenbuch, her devoted and loving daughter-in-law Kathy Hagenbuch, her sister Dorothy Waters, and her brothers Bedford, Adrian, Leonard, Melvin, Harvey, Shirley, and Preston. She is survived by her brother, Calvin Grimes of Leesburg, VA, daughters Kathy (John) Thorne of West Chicago, IL, and Pam (Chris) Bastin of Mt. Airy, NC and son Ricky of Aldie, VA. Also left to cherish and share her memories are her five grandchildren, Beth Thorne of Raleigh, NC and William Thorne of West Chicago, IL, Stacey Bastin of Asheboro, NC, Christine (Patrick) McDonough of Swansboro, NC, and Tyler “Andy” Hagenbuch of Aldie, VA as well as great grandson Daniel McDonough of Swansboro, NC and four generations of numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:30-2:30 PM on Friday, December 8 at Loudoun Funeral Chapel, 158 Catoctin Circle, SE, Leesburg, VA. Funeral services will begin at 2:30 PM followed by burial at Hillsboro Cemetery. Share condolences with the family www.LoudounFuneralChapel.com.
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A Place To Be
Actors rehearse in A Place To Be’s “The Snow Monster.” The 35-minute musical about finding family and friendship in unexpected places is back this year with performances at a new location in Leesburg.
A Place To Be’s Snow Monster Returns to New Location
Music therapy nonprofit A Place To Be is bringing back its 35-minute original musical “The Snow Monster”—a play about finding friendship and family in unexpected places—to its new children’s theater in Leesburg. The organization debuted the play, which also deals with handling difficult emotions, last year at an interim location. This year, the play will be at A Place To Be’s Mars-Schmidt Theater in the Village at Leesburg and will feature professionally designed sets and costumes. The Middleburg organization opened its second location in Leesburg last fall. The production features eight veteran A Place To Be clients—both neurotypical and neurodivergent, with a range of disabilities—as lead performers, with four other youth helping behind the scenes. “Many of our clients don’t get performance opportunities at school and elsewhere,” Artistic Manager and show director Brandon Somers said. “At A Place
To Be, we create a space for everyone to shine in their own way, no matter what challenge they are navigating.” Cast members agree. “My favorite thing is learning the musical and having fun on set with all my friends. Even though you get nervous, it’s still awesome,” one cast member said. Also new this year, is an original hardcover children’s book created by the organization’s volunteers and staff to go along with the play. The book includes a QR code that links to a cast recording of the show’s original music so families can read along to the story while reliving the show through its songs. Copies of the book will be sold at each show. The show opened last weekend and continues Dec. 8 at 6 p.m.; Dec. 9 at 2:00 p.m. and 4 p.m.; and Dec. 10 at 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Seats are limited. Tickets are
$10 and can be purchased at aplacetobe.booktix.com. A Place To Be’s Mars-Schmidt Theater is located at 1600 Village Market Blvd. SE, Suite 108 (between CMX Village 14 Cinemas and Victory Martial Arts.) Since 2010, A Place To Be has served people with disabilities or other medical or mental health challenges through individual clinical music therapy, expressive arts, social enrichment groups and groups for young adults transitioning from high school looking for community engagement experiences and skills leading toward employment opportunities. A Place To Be features its client-performers in original shows throughout the year with messages promoting acceptance, kindness, empathy and inclusion while helping to reshape perspectives on individuals living with disabilities or neurodiversity. For more information, go to aplacetobeva.org. n
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Valérie Beaudoin Executive Director, George C. Marshall International Center Montreal-born Beaudoin moved to Loudoun in 2007 to work as a software project manager. In 2020, she was appointed executive director of the George C. Marshall International Center (Dodona Manor) – the former home of General George C. Marshall, leader of the Marshall Plan. December will mark the 70th anniversary of Marshall winning the Nobel Peace Prize and the fourth annual immersive Christmas Tree Walk on the grounds of the property.
Favorite place to eat in Loudoun? My go-to is Leesburg Public House. I love the Angus burger and steak salad.
Where did Marshall like to eat? He ate lunch at the Leesburg Restaurant, now the Leesburg Diner, with friends from time to time, always at the same table. He and his wife, Katherine, also ate at the Laurel Brigade Inn, a popular dining spot before it closed. Marquis de Lafayette dined there with President James Monroe in 1825. The Marshalls banked at the People’s National Bank–today’s Lightfoot Restaurant.
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Did Marshall drink? He was a moderate drinker. He liked an Old-Fashioned after dinner. At Christmas time, he often received gifts of “Old Granddad” or other popular and expensive brews.
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OLD DOMINION CHORUS: CHRISTMAS CONCERT Saturday, Dec. 9, 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. Franklin Park Arts Center franklinparkartscenter.org The Old Dominion Chorus presents its annual holiday show to showcase the most popular songs of the Christmas season in the a cappella vocal style.
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continued from page 20 LIBERTY STREET 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 Little River Turnpike, Middleburg. lostbarrel.com JULIET LLOYD TRIO 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Bear Chase Brewing Company, 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont. bearchasebrew.com ROBERT HOEY 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Flying Ace Farm, 40950 Flying Ace Lane, Lovettsville. flyingacefarm.com BRIAN JOHNSON 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Social House Kitchen & Tap, 42841 Creek View Plaza, Ashburn. socialhouseashburn.com THE JUNIOR BRYCE BAND 8 to 11 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Monk's BBQ, 251 N. 21st St., Purcellville. monksq.com PEBBLE TO PEARL 8 to 11:59 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Spanky's Shenanigans, 538 E. Market St., Leesburg. spankyspub.com CLARK PEKLO 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Fabbioli Cellars, 15669 Limestone School Road, Leesburg. fabbiolicellars.com TOMMY GANN 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Creek's Edge Winery, 41255 Annas Lane, Lovettsville. creeksegewinery.com THE DIRTY MIDDLE 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Vanish Farmwoods Brewery, 42245 Black Hops Lane, Lucketts. vanishbeer.com
KRISTIN REBECCA: HAVE A DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Old Ox Brewery, 44652 Guilford Drive #114, Ashburn. oldoxbrewery.com LAURA CASHMAN 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Stone Tower Winery, 19925 Hogback Mountain Road, Leesburg. stonetowerwinery.com ANTHONY SEMIAO 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 8 Chains North Winery, 38593 Daymont Lane, Waterford. 8chainsnorth.com SHARIF 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Bleu Frog Vineyards, 16413 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg. bleufrogvineyards.com HERB & HANSON 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Old 690 Brewing Company, 15670 Ashbury Church Road, Hillsboro. old690.com DAVE DAVOL 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Breaux Vineyards, 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane, Hillsboro. breauxvineyards.com RYAN JEWELL 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Harvest Gap Brewery, 15485 Purcellville Road, Hillsboro. harvestgap.com MELISSA QUINN FOX 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Lost Rhino Brewing Co, 21730 Red Rum Drive, Ashburn. lostrhino.com HALL VOTE 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Bluemont Station Brewery & Winery, 18301 Whitehall Estate Lane, Bluemont. facebook.com/ BluemontStationBreweryandWinery DEANE KERN AND ERIC SELBY 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards, 16804
Hamilton Station Road, Hamilton. thebarnsathamiltonstation.com WAYNE SNOW 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Twin Oaks Tavern Winery, 18035 Raven Rocks Road, Bluemont. twinoakstavern.com RYAN SILL 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Quattro Goombas Brewery, 22860 James Monroe Highway, Aldie. quattrogoombas.com JASON MASI 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 50 West Vineyards, 39060 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg. 50westvineyards.com JET CAPRIEST 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Old Farm Winery at Hartland, 23583 Fleetwood Road, Aldie. oldfarmwineryhartland.com SCOTT KURT 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Flying Ace Farm, 40950 Flying Ace Lane, Lovettsville. flyingacefarm.com BRIAN JOHNSON 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 The Lost Fox, 20374 Exchange St., Ashburn. lostfoxhideaway.com ANDREW ROULETTE 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Harpers Ferry Brewing, 37412 Adventure Center Lane, Loudoun Heights. harpersferrybrewing.com FORK IN THE ROAD 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Vanish Farmwoods Brewery, 42245 Black Hops Lane, Lucketts. vanishbeer.com JULIETT LLOYD TRIO 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 Little River Turnpike, Middleburg. lostbarrel.com
JAMES STEVENS 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Bear Chase Brewing Company, 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont. bearchasebrew.com BILLY AND CURLEY BROTHERS 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Harvest Gap Brewery, 15485 Purcellville Road, Hillsboro. harvestgap.com CHRIS HANKS 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Social House Kitchen & Tap, 42841 Creek View Plaza, Ashburn. socialhouseashburn.com JOHN GORKA 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Doukenie Winery, 14727 Mountain Road, Hillsboro. $35. doukeniewinery.com WAYNE LEE RAY 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Monk's BBQ, 251 N. 21st St., Purcellville. monksq.com MYSTERY MACHINE 8 to 11:59 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Spanky's Shenanigans, 538 E. Market St., Leesburg. spankyspub.com CHRIS COMPTON 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Fabbioli Cellars, 15669 Limestone School Road, Leesburg. fabbiolicellars.com NATHANIEL DAVIS 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Bear Chase Brewing Company, 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont. bearchasebrew.com SCOTT KURT BAND 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Vanish Farmwoods Brewery, 42245 Black Hops Lane, Lucketts. vanishbeer.com THIRSTY DRIFTERS 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Barrel Brewing, 36138 Little River Turnpike, Middleburg. lostbarrel.com
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It has 64 windows. We have restored and renovated all of them over the past three summers.
What is your best hidden gem in Loudoun?
Who were the most famous visitors to Dodona Manor?
I don’t want too many people to go there, but on the first and third Tuesday of each month Trungo’s in Leesburg hosts a jazz ensemble in the basement. Great music and good food while you listen.
The most famous was President Harry S. Truman who made at least five visits to Leesburg. Madame Chiang Kai-Shek was also a guest. During World War II, a famous French general, Henri Giraud came for a day. He had been captured by the Nazis early in the war, subsequently escaped and eventually led the FreeFrench Army after the Allied landings in North Africa late in 1942. Frank McCarthy and his wife visited. He was an aid to Marshall when he was U.S. Army Chief of Staff. McCarthy later became a famous movie producer and won an Oscar for “Patton.”
What is the most interesting artifact in Dodona Manor? Although we no longer have the original, a painting by Winston Churchill that he gave to the Marshalls. We have an excellent digital copy. Just before the house reopened as a museum in 2005, we had the original on loan from Katherine Marshall’s granddaughter, Kitty Winn. She sold it at Sotheby’s for $1.2 million! We have an original painting by Madame Chiang Kai-Shek, who, like Churchill, was an accomplished amateur artist. Titled “Village in Snow,” it was given to Marshall in the early 1950s.
What’s a must-see place in Loudoun for an out-of-town visitor? Aside from Dodona Manor, I love to take visitors for a ride on our gravel roads. It’s so different and charming to see our county this way.
Favorite event in Loudoun? The Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival. I always find something special.
Loudoun is horse country. Did Marhsall ride? He was an excellent horseman, but he didn’t keep a horse here. He was, however, active in the Leesburg Rotary Club and the Farmer’s Catoctin Club. Monthly meetings took place at the large home of the famous radio and TV personality, Arthur Godfrey, a “gentleman farmer” in the Waterford area.
What’s a fun fact to share about Dodona Manor?
What does the Tree Walk represent? It’s a month-long event where we display 17 Christmas trees, one for each of the nations that benefited from the Marshall Plan. We collaborate with the countries’ embassies and other organizations to decorate the tree according to their traditions. The event kicks off with a lighting ceremony on the first Saturday of December. This year we will highlight the 70th anniversary of Marshall receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, with a special guest from the Embassy of Norway.
How should locals celebrate this holiday season? They should come and see our Marshall Plan Tree Walk and visit Dodona! They should also visit the cute little shops downtown to buy gifts. The Middleburg Christmas Parade is also a must! n
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continued from page 24 MEISHA HERRON 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 8 Chains North Winery, 38593 Daymont Lane, Waterford. 8chainnorth.com JASON MASI 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Bleu Frog Vineyards, 16413 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg. bleufrogvineyards.com LENNY BURRIDGE 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Doukenie Winery, 14727 Mountain Road, Hillsboro. doukeniewinery.com CALEB HACKER 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Breaux Vineyards, 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane, Purcellville. breauxvineyards.com NEIL MCKILLIP 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Flying Ace Farm, 40950 Flying Ace Lane, Lovettsville. flyingacefarm.com MATT MCKENZIE 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Harpers Ferry Brewing, 37412 Adventure Center Lane, Loudoun Heights. harpersferrybrewing.com JULIET LLOYD 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Harvest Gap Brewery, 15485 Purcellville Road, Hillsboro. harvestgap.com DAVE MININBERG 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards, 16804 Hamilton Station Road, Hamilton. thebarnsathamiltonstation.com JASON MASI 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13 The Lost Fox, 20374 Exchange St., Ashburn. lostfoxhideaway.com LIBERTY STREET 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 Spanky's Shenanigans, 538 E. Market St., Leesburg. spankyspub.com A VEY SOULFUL CHRISTMAS WITH MORGAN JAMES 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 Tally Ho Theater, 19 W. Market St. SW., Leesburg. $30 to $35. tallyhotheater.com NIO GARCIA 9 p.m. to midnight, Thursday, Dec. 14 Rio Cantina, 21800 Towncenter Plaza, Sterling. facebook.com/RioCantinaSterling
HAPPENINGS WRITING IN NATURE 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 Gate House at Morven Park, 17339 Southern Planter Lane, Leesburg. loudounwildlife.org LEESBURG HUBZONE MEETING 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 ClearFocus Technologies, 305 Harrison St. SE., Leesburg.
leesburgva.gov SLY'S FABULOUS LAS VEGAS STYLE MAGIC SHOW 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 StageCoach Theatre Company, 20937 Ashburn Road, Ashburn. $18.50. stagecoachtc.com THE POLAR EXPRESS MOVIE EXPERIENCE 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 Leesburg Junction, 215 Depot Court SE., Leesburg. leesburgjunction.com HILLSBORO HOLIDAY HOMES TOUR 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Hillsboro’s Historic Old Stone School 37098 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132 oldstoneschool.org ENGLISH TEA AT OATLANDS 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Oatlands Historic House & Gardens, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg. $70. oatlands.org YOUNG BIRDERS WALK 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Algonkian Regional Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling. loudounwildlife.org BIRDING BANSHEE 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, 21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg. loudounwildlife.org BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Hamilton Safety Center, 39071 E. Colonial Highway, Hamilton. loudoun.gov/2005/Hamilton-Station-5-17 2023 RINGING IN HOPE: JINGLE BELL ROCK AND RUN 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 44505 Atwater Dr., Ashburn ringinginhope.com CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN PURCELLVILLE! noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, Purcellville. purcellvilleva.gov/1030/Holidays-in-Purcellville Build and Brew-3D Printers and a Pint 9 a.m. to Dec. 10, 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Ocelot Brewing Company, 23600 Overland Drive, Dulles. ocelotbrewing.com CHRISTMAS AT SELMA 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Selma Mansion, Frostleaf Lane, Loudoun County. $85. loudounmuseum.org ELF THE MUSICAL 7 p.m. Dec. 7-10 2 p.m. Dec. 9-10 Woodgrove High School, 36811 Allder School Road, Purcellville. $15. whsgrovetheater.wixsite.com AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE EXAMS 1 to 2:45 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10 Sheriff's Office - Eastern Loudoun Station, 46620 E. Frederick Drive, Sterling. qsl.net/sterling/uf1.htm GOOSE CREEK: GEMENID METEOR SHOWER WATCH PARTY 5 to 7 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14 Aldie Mill Historic Park, Aldie. novaparks.org
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Legal Notices TOWN OF MIDDLEBURG VACANCIES – TOWN COMMITTEES The Middleburg Town Council is accepting letters of interest/resumes from individuals who wish to be considered for service on the following committees: Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA). The BZA hears and decides appeals from any determination or interpretation of the Zoning Administrator; applications for variances; and, applications for interpretation of the zoning map, including disputed district boundaries. Members must be residents of the Town of Middleburg. These appointments are for five-year terms, which will expire on December 31, 2028. Appointments are ultimately made by the Judges of the Loudoun County Circuit Court. The BZA meets on an as-needed basis. Cultural & Community Events Committee (CCEC). CCEC is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations to the Town Council regarding funding requests by local organizations for tourism and cultural activities; reviewing and making recommendations to the Town Council regarding sponsorship opportunities for tourism and cultural activities; designing, implementing and managing cultural or community events; and, coordinating the marketing of events with the Town’s brand implementation team. Candidates should represent the local hospitality industry, the local retail industry or the local food/beverage industry. These appointments are to fill a vacancy and a full term. Normally, terms are for a two-year period and expire on December 31st. CCEC meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.; and, in work session on an as-needed basis. Middleburg Arts Council (MAC). MAC is responsible for coordinating the community cultural and art events sponsored by the Town of Middleburg, excluding Christmas in Middleburg. MAC is responsible for staffing the events; for the formulation of the appropriate rules for the events; for organizing any entertainment associated with the events; and, for advertising, promoting and marketing the events. Members are encouraged to have an interest in arts and/or cultural activities; however, members are also needed whose strong suits are administrative related. This appointment is to fill a vacancy. Normally, terms are for a two year-period. MAC meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month; and, in work session on an as-needed basis. Middleburg Sustainability Committee (MSC). The Middleburg Sustainability Committee is responsible for advising the Town Council on environmental issues. They are responsible for developing recommendations for environmental action plans and for the implementation of the recommendations contained in the Healthy Eating, Active Living (HEAL) resolution. Their goal is to increase community awareness about environmental issues, such as the value of recycling, the importance of preserving water quality and the methods for conserving energy. The Committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.; and, in work session on an as-needed basis. Terms are for a two-year period. Anyone interested in serving on any of these committees is asked to send a letter of interest/resume, to include any relevant qualifications, no later than December 31, 2023 to the following: Mayor and Members of Town Council Town of Middleburg P. O. Box 187 10 W. Marshall Street Middleburg, Virginia 20118 Attn: Committee Vacancies Letters of interest may be included in a public agenda packet. Applicants who do not wish for their contact information to be made public should indicate this in their letter of interest. 12/7 & 12/14/23
LOUDOUN COUNTY WILL BE ACCEPTING SEALED COMPETITIVE BIDS FOR: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS – BOARD ROOM CEILING RENOVATION, IFB No. 640808 until prior to 4:00 p.m., local “Atomic Time”, January 10, 2024. Solicitation forms may be obtained 24 hours a day by visiting our web site at www.loudoun.gov/procurement. If you do not have access to the Internet, call (703) 777-0403, M - F, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. WHEN CALLING, PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU NEED ANY REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY TYPE OF DISABILITY IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROCUREMENT. 12/7/23
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A Message to Elderly and Disabled Residents of Loudoun County from
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HAMILTON TOWN COUNCIL The Hamilton Town Council will hold a public hearing on December 13, 2023, beginning at 7 pm, at the Hamilton Town Office, 53 E. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, VA 20158, to receive public comment and consider the adoption of a proposed Resolution to borrow an amount not to exceed $100,000 from the Virginia Resources Authority, Lead Elimination Assistance Program, (“LEAP”) administered through the Virginia Department of Health (“VDH”). The loan proceeds shall be used for (a) the preparation of a Town utility system inventory of any components containing lead substances, as mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency and VDH, (b) any necessary replacement of identified components, and (c) the costs of issuance in connection with the financing. The payment of the principal and interest on the loan will be an obligation of the Town secured by a pledge of the revenues of the Town’s water system. All interested parties may appear in person; via Zoom link listed on the Town website, hamiltonva.gov; or by submitting written comments to treasurer@hamiltonva.gov. Written comments will be distributed at the public hearing. Information regarding the Project is on file in the Town Office. TOWN OF HAMILTON, VIRGINIA KENNETH WINE, MAYOR
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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS: LOUDOUN COUNTY HOUSING ADVISORY BOARD
Robert S. Wertz, Jr. Commissioner of the Revenue
First-time applicants for 2023 Real Property Tax Relief must submit an application to my office by the January 2, 2024, filing deadline. To apply, residents must be at least 65 years of age OR totally and permanently disabled. For information or filing assistance, please visit our website or contact my office.
PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) The Town of Leesburg will accept proposals electronically via the Commonwealth’s e-procurement website (www.eva.virginia. gov), until 3:00 p.m. on December 21, 2023 for the following:
RFP No. 100412-FY24-20 CONCESSION SERVICES AT THE A.V. SYMINGTON AQUATIC CENTER
Leesburg Office 1 Harrison Street SE First Floor
The Town of Leesburg is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified firms specializing in food service operations to provide concession services at the A.V. Symington Aquatic Center.
Sterling Office 46000 Center Oak Plaza
For additional information, visit: http://www.leesburgva.gov/bidboard
Internet: loudoun.gov/taxrelief
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Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, M - F
Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 4:30 PM Location: Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD): 1st floor, Olmstead Room, 106 Catoctin Circle, SE, Leesburg, VA 20175.
Phone: 703-737-8557 Email: taxrelief@loudoun.gov
Pursuant to Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, 42 United States Code §5301, et seq., and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations at 24 Code of Federal Regulations Subtitle A §91.105(e)(1), the Loudoun County Housing Advisory Board will hold a NEEDS ASSESSMENT HEARING on December 13, 2023, at 4:30 PM at the Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development. The CDBG Citizen Participation Plan (available at https://www.loudoun.gov/DocumentCenter/View/171286/Citizen-Participation-Plan--Approved-2022?bidId=) was approved by the Board on September 14, 2022. This public hearing during the planning process will include citizen input on housing, homelessness, community development, and public service needs to be provided by nonprofit and local government organizations. It will be held before the Loudoun County Housing Advisory Board. The Housing Advisory Board is composed of members appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
Mailing Address: PO Box 8000, MSC 32 Leesburg, VA 20177-9804
Comments received at the needs assessment hearing will be considered in preparing Loudoun County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan that will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors for approval and subsequently submitted to HUD in May 2024. All citizens and organizations are invited to present their views and comments. Written comments may be submitted to the Department of Housing and Community Development via email to housing@ loudoun.gov or via mail to the CDBG Program Manager, PO Box 7000, Leesburg, VA 20177 no later than 3:00 p.m. on December 13, 2023. For questions, please call 703-737-8755.
PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION FOR BID (IFB)
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 Department of Housing and Community Development at 703-737-8755 (V/TTY). At least one business day of advance notice is requested; some accommodations may require more than one day of notice. 11/30 & 12/7/23
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.
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VOLKSWAGEN BMW
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BODYWORKS TOWING BLAIR’S TOWING
703-777-5727 703-661-8200 12/07 & 12/14/23
The Town of Leesburg will accept sealed bids electronically via the Commonwealth’s e-procurement website (www.eva.virginia. gov), until 3:00 p.m. on January 3, 2024 for the following:
IFB No. 100311-FY24-27 Annual Landscape Maintenance Services The Town of Leesburg is accepting sealed bids from qualified bidders to establish a term contract to furnish all labor, equipment, and materials to provide annual landscape maintenance services along several sections of roadway within the Town. Work includes mulching, pest control, weeding, pruning, bed removal and replacement, plant debris and trash removal, watering and all incidentals related thereto. The Town reserves the right to perform all, part, or none of the work. For additional information, visit: http://www.leesburgva.gov/bidboard 12/7/23
ABC LICENSE
Sabor Latino 2021, Inc. trading as Sabor Latino, 34 Plaza St NE, Leesburg, VA 20176-3256. The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA AlCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY for a Beer & Wine on and off Premises, Mixed Beverage Restaurant license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Santiago Barrera Barrera - President Note: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200. 11/30 & 12/7/23
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE §§ 1-211.1; 8.01-316, -317, 20-104 Case No.:
CL23-5482
Loudoun County Circuit Court 18 East Market St., Leesburg, VA 20176 Eva Adriana Rios Ventura /v. Name Change The object of this suit is to name change of minor. It is ORDERED that Edgar Angel Rios Ventura appear at the above-named court and protect his/her interests on or before 12-15-2023 at 10:00 AM. 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 & 12/7/23
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Henrietta Lacks Elementary School (ES-32) will open in fall 2024, with the start of the 2024-2025 academic year. The school is co-located on the Lightridge High School/Hovatter Elementary School campus at 41125 Collaboration Drive in Aldie. The Loudoun County School Board has scheduled a series of meetings to facilitate the review of Dulles South area elementary school attendance zones in conjunction with the opening of the new school. The current boundaries for Aldie, Arcola, Buffalo Trail, Cardinal Ridge, Elaine E. Thompson, Goshen Post, Hovatter, Hutchison Farm, Liberty, Little River and Pinebrook Elementary Schools will be reviewed in the attendance zone process. Date
Time
Thursday, October 19, 2023
7:00 p.m. School Board Attendance Zone Overview
Elementary School Attendance Zone Meeting
Monday, October 23, 2023
7:00 p.m. School Board Attendance Zone Public Hearing & Work Session
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
7:00 p.m. School Board Attendance Zone Public Hearing & Work Session
Tuesday, November 28, 2023*
6:30 p.m. School Board Review of Elementary School Attendance Zone Recommendations (Information Item)
Monday, December 4, 2023
7:00 p.m. Staff Briefing & School Board Attendance Zone Public Hearing
Tuesday, December 12, 2023*
6:30 p.m. School Board Adoption of Elementary School Attendance Zones
*Regular School Board Business Meeting The meetings will be held at the Loudoun County Public Schools Administration Building (21000 Education Court, Ashburn) and broadcast live on Comcast channel 18 and Verizon Fios channel 43, as well as viewable via simultaneous webcast on the Loudoun County Public Schools website (www. lcps.org/webcast). Attendance zone information and data, as it becomes available (including potential attendance zone plans being considered or reviewed by the School Board), will be posted on the ‘Fall 2023 – Dulles South Area Elementary School Attendance Zone Process’ webpage (www.lcps.org/Page/236731). Detail on how to sign up to speak at the identified public hearings is provided at www.lcps.org/ Page/223425. In-person sign-up will also be available between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., on the evening of each attendance zone hearing. Those who need translation/interpretation assistance or a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate meaningfully in the School Board meetings or public hearings should contact the Superintendent’s Office at 571-252-1020 at least three (3) days prior to the meeting. Beverly I. Tate, Director Loudoun County Public Schools Division of Planning & GIS Services 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, Virginia 20148 Telephone: 571-252-1050 Email: LCPSPLAN@LCPS.ORG 10/5/2023, 10/12/2023, 10/19/2023, 10/26/2023, 11/2/2023, 11/9/2023, 11/16/2023, 11/23/2023, 11/30/2023, 12/7/2023
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE §§ 1-211.1; 8.01-316, -317, 20-104 Case No.:
CL23-5693
Loudoun County Circuit Court 18 East Market St., Leesburg, VA 20176 In re: Name Change of Abel William Noonan Anderson to William Abel Rawson
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
Case No.:
Case No.:
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE § 8.01-316
Loudoun County Public Schools Fall 2023 Elementary School Attendance Zone Process for Dulles South Area
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
DECEMBER 7, 2023
JJ044933-05-00
Loudoun Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Nariah Swales Loudoun County Department of Family Services /v.
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE § 8.01-316
Loudoun Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Briston Love Loudoun County Department of Family Services v.
Whitney Settles aka Whitney Swales, mother and Darius Swales, father 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 16.1-281 for Nariah Swales. It is ORDERED that the defendant(s) Whitney Settles aka Whitney Swales, mother, and Darius Swales, father appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before January 10, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
JJ046599-05-00
Unknown Father The object of this suit is to hold a third Permanency planning hearing and review of Foster Care Plan pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 16.1-282.1 and 16.1-281 for Briston Love. It is ORDERED that the defendant(s) Unknown Father appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before February 7, 2024 at 3:00pm
11/30, 12/7, 12/14 & 12/21/23
11/30, 12/7, 12/14 & 12/21/23
TOWN OF MIDDLEBURG MIDDLEBURG STRATEGIC FINANCE COMMITTEE VACANCY The Middleburg Town Council is accepting letters of interest from individuals who wish to be considered for service on the MIDDLEBURG STRATEGIC FINANCE COMMITTEE (MSFC). Applicants should have a strong financial services or banking background, preferably with some experience related to local government finances. The MSFC is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations to the Town Council for changes to the Town’s financial policies, as advisable; recommending long-range financial policies regarding the investment of the Town’s reserve funds; recommending tax and revenue policies based on a review of the Town’s tax structures and larger economic trends and factors in a long-term planning sense; and, making recommendations as needed on debt restructuring or the Town’s borrowing policy based on a review of the annual budget, debt structures, financial borrowing capacity and long-term capital and financial needs. MSFC members serve two-year terms. The MSFC meets a minimum of once a quarter, with the meeting dates and times to be established by the Committee. Anyone interested in serving on this Committee is asked to send a letter of interest, including any relevant qualifications, no later than December 31, 2023 to the following: Mayor and Members of Town Council Town of Middleburg P. O. Box 187 10 W. Marshall Street Middleburg, Virginia 20118 Attn: Committee Vacancies Letters of interest may be included in a public agenda packet. Applicants who do not wish for their contact information to be made public should indicate this in their letter of interest. 12/7 & 12/14/23
ORDER FOR PUBLICATION
PUBLIC NOTICE • ABANDONED BOAT
The object of this suit is to change the legal name of the minor known as Abel William Noonan Anderson to William Abel Rawson.
Notice is hereby given that the following watercraft has been abandoned for more than 60 days on the property of Sharon Wells, 36157 Bell Rd, Round Hill VA. 540-338-3224
It is hereby ORDERED that the Respondent, DYLAN N. ANDERSON, do appear on or before the above-named court and protect his interests on or before the January 5, 2024 at 2:00 pm. 11/23 & 11/30, 12/7 & 12/14
Description of watercraft: White 22' 1978 Catalina Yachts sailboat. Hull ID# CTYH534M771. Application for Watercraft Registration/Title will be made in accordance with Section 29.1-733.25 of the Code of Virginia if this watercraft is not claimed and removed within 30 days of first publication of this notice. Please contact the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources with questions. 11/30, 12/7 & 12/14/23
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Legal Notices PUBLIC HEARING 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 Monday, December 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following: REVIEW AND RENEWAL, MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION OF THE NEW BLUEMONT AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT The current period of the New Bluemont Agricultural and Forestal District will expire on June 1, 2024. The District has a 4-year period and a subdivision minimum lot size of 20 acres. Pursuant to Chapter 1226 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County, the Board of Supervisors has directed staff, the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Planning Commission to conduct a review in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Parcels currently enrolled in the District are located within an area generally south of Sunny Ridge Road (Route 761) and Mountain Orchard Lane, east of the boundary with Clarke County, north of Forest Hill Lane and Ridgeside Road (Route 765),west of Foggy Bottom Road (Route 626), Black Oak Road (Route 735), Silcott Springs Road (Route 690), and Woodgrove Road (Route 719), in the 2022 Catoctin and Little River Election Districts.
609-27-1684-000
TAX MAP NUMBER /33////////33/
ACRES ENROLLED 40
609-27-9560-000
/33////////32/
5.501
647-20-1688-000 /33////////24A
609-27-9780-000
/33///4/////B/
5.124
649-28-2628-000 /41////////79A
4
609-36-0289-000
/33//23/////3/
24.551
649-28-9645-000 /41////////79B
12.262
610-25-4022-000
/42/////////1/
PIN
16
PIN 633-48-5762-000
649-30-1508-000
TAX MAP NUMBER /42//25/////3/
ACRES ENROLLED 38.991 24.543
/41////////79/
13
649-38-9363-000 /41////////79C
5.162
610-35-3696-000 /33///9////WL/
36.376
610-35-9402-000
/33////////30/
39.231
649-40-5211-000
/42////////30I
18
610-39-7684-000
/33//11/////1/
6.883
649-49-2802-000
/41////////42/
5.5
611-10-3799-000
/42//49/////3/
23.476
650-20-3019-000 /42////////58C
24.42
611-19-3378-000
/42//49/////1/
20
650-25-2860-000
/41////////71/
30
During this review, land less than 5 acres, or 20 acres or greater, in size that is currently enrolled in the District will be automatically renewed. However, any parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres will be ineligible for renewal and inclusion within the District unless the owner submits an application on forms provided by the Department of Planning and Zoning and one or more of the following criteria is met:
611-35-9973-000 /42//23////12C
10.613
650-35-3066-000
/41////////69/
22.25
612-49-4815-000
/42//49/////2/
20.057
650-35-9812-000
/41////////70/
20.649
629-19-8595-000
/33///2/////4/
20.209
663-10-2948-000
/41////////74/
99.04
1.
629-27-4326-000 /33/A/1////10/
9.977
66-34-04127-000
/41////////68/
14.97
629-30-2015-000
23.996
663-40-5577-000
/41////////67/
17.181
2. 3. 4.
Management Plan that specifically states that the property owner(s) are accumulating the required 5-year production records in order to qualify for agricultural, to include horticulture, land use tax deferral. Animal Husbandry including Equine uses (commercial or non-commercial) with a Management Plan that relates the pasture carrying capacity to limit the number of animals allowed. Forests and woodlands with a management plan that specifies the actions required to maintain and enhance the stands. Wetlands, flood plains, streams and/or rivers that have Management Plans that set forth the terms for their maintenance and enhancement.
During this review, land within the District may be withdrawn, in whole or in part, at the owner’s discretion by filing a written notice with the Board of Supervisors at any time before the Board acts to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Landowners of the following parcels, currently enrolled in the New Bluemont Agricultural and Forestal District, were notified by certified mail of the District’s review. Parcel Listings: PIN 525-25-4868-000
TAX MAP NUMBER /44//17/////7/
ACRES ENROLLED 38.779
TAX MAP ACRES NUMBER ENROLLED 629-30-9125-000 /33//10////14B 26.875 PIN
525-45-7516-000
/44//17/////5/
24.67
629-49-8704-000 /33////////15A
42.069
556-10-6861-000
/44//17/////2/
33.709
630-39-6056-000
146.882
/33//23/////4/
556-30-0868-000
/35////////87/
23.85
631-17-9153-000 /42//23////14A
7.252
557-30-6646-000
/44//17/////6/
39.767
631-20-5448-000
56.895
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557-47-7025-000
/43////////59/
72.523
631-29-5042-000
/42/////////2A
5.426
558-15-7565-000
/43///9/////1/
14.239
631-29-8186-000
/33//24/////1/
37.402
558-26-5503-000
/43////////55A
5.659
631-38-2491-000
/33////////25/
286.1023
585-10-5180-000
/43////////65/
128.5
632-15-3482-000
/42////////19/
11.482
585-29-8433-000
/43/////////2/
4.34
632-19-1676-000
/42//25/////4/
23.797
586-29-8968-000
/43/A/1/////7/
8.324
632-25-3045-000 /42//23/////1B
6.164
586-48-3323-000
/43////////13/
20
632-27-8113-000 /42//23////13B
36.873
607-10-6961-000
/33///6/////1/
29.37
632-28-5185-000 /42//23////13C
28.664
607-19-3278-000
/33///6/////3/
29.11
633-35-3536-000
/42////////30/
97.872
607-20-1841-000
/33///6/////2/
25.42
633-36-3172-001 /42////////30A
6.139
608-30-7527-000
/34////////11D
10
633-36-3172-002 /42////////30B
0.66
608-38-3648-000
/33///1////10/
10
633-39-0709-000
20.659
/42////////50/
608-47-5871-000
/33///1////13/
28.219
633-45-7642-000 /42////////30C
50
608-49-0473-000
/33///6/////4/
28.26
633-45-9668-000 /42////////30E
3.252
609-15-9822-000
/33//23/////1/
20.268
633-46-1968-000
1.696
/42////////30F
609-17-4561-000
/33///8////19/
5.301
633-46-4499-000 /42////////30G
3.463
609-26-3592-000
/33//23/////2/
20.268
633-46-6646-000 /42////////30H
16.826
609-26--8304-000 /33////////32A
17.166
633-46-7626-000 /42////////30D
2.7
/33///2/////5/
The ADAC held a public meeting on November 6, 2023, to review and make recommendations concerning whether to continue, modify, or terminate the New Bluemont Agricultural and Forestal District, and to review renewal applications and requests for withdrawal of land from the District. The report and recommendations of the ADAC will be considered by the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, at its public hearing on December 18, 2023. The reports and recommendations of the ADAC and the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, will be considered by the Board of Supervisors at its public hearing. In accordance with Section 15.2-4307 of the Code of Virginia, the applications are on file and available for inspection at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 703-777-0246 (option 5) to request hard copies or electronic copies or electronically at: https://www.loudoun.gov/adac (11-6-2023 ADAC Meeting under Agendas and Bylaws). Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/pc (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for Public Hearings Packet).
REVIEW AND RENEWAL, MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION OF THE NEW CATOCTIN NORTH AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT The current period of the New Catoctin North Agricultural and Forestal District will expire on June 1, 2024. The District has a 4-year period and a subdivision minimum lot size of 20 acres. Pursuant to Chapter 1226 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County, the Board of Supervisors has directed staff, the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Planning Commission to conduct a review in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Parcels currently enrolled in the District are located within an area generally on the north and south sides, and north of Lovettsville Road (Route 672), on the east side of Quarter Branch Road (Route 663), and on the southwest side and southwestward of the Potomac River, in the Catoctin Election District. During this review, land less than 5 acres, or 20 acres or greater, in size that is currently enrolled in the District will be automatically renewed. However, any parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres will be ineligible for renewal and inclusion within the District unless the owner submits an application on forms provided by the Department of Planning and Zoning and one or more of the following criteria is met: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Management Plan that specifically states that the property owner(s) are accumulating the required 5-year production records in order to qualify for agricultural, to include horticulture, land use tax deferral. Animal Husbandry including Equine uses (commercial or non-commercial) with a Management Plan that relates the pasture carrying capacity to limit the number of animals allowed. Forests and woodlands with a management plan that specifies the actions required to maintain and enhance the stands. Wetlands, flood plains, streams and/or rivers that have Management Plans that set forth the terms for their maintenance and enhancement.
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Legal Notices During this review, land within the District may be withdrawn, in whole or in part, at the owner’s discretion by filing a written notice with the Board of Supervisors at any time before the Board acts to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Landowners of the following parcels, currently enrolled in the New Catoctin North Agricultural and Forestal District, were notified by certified mail of the District’s review. Parcel Listings:
TAX MAP ACRES NUMBER ENROLLED 175-16-8963-000 /11///////136C 21.84
269-10-0599-000
TAX MAP NUMBER /39////////24A
ACRES ENROLLED 7.32
176-18-5191-000 /20///7/////4/
10
176-26-2763-000 /19///1/////9/
10
269-17-3982-000
/38//23/////8F
0.36
269-19-5231-000
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176-28-1282-000 /19///1////14/
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10
269-27-3011-000
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5.33
176-45-0505-000 /19//18/////1/
10
269-27-6365-000
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9.91
176-45-6303-000 /19///////133/
29.889
269-36-1546-000 /38//27///C1G/
2.92
176-46-7590-000 /19///////136B
16.649
269-36-9502-000
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13.13
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PIN
TAX MAP ACRES NUMBER ENROLLED //5/////////1/ 465
TAX MAP NUMBER 294-18-8030-000 /10////////67C
216-03-9231-000
/11///3/////B/
21.569
294-20-1988-000
3
176-47-1125-000 /19///1/////4/
10
270-49-2526-000
/47////////37/
20.66
254-17-8586-000
//4///8////15A
9.093
294-20-4114-000 /10////////67G
4.909
176-47-6614-000 /19///1/////5/
10
270-49-3191-000
/38//19/////4/
7.82
254-18-2213-000
//4///6////13B
8.664
294-27-1522-000
/10//21/////2/
3.16
177-03-9285-000 /19///5/////7E
25.1
270-49-4244-000
/38//19/////3/
6.35
254-28-5435-000
//4///8////15C
19.208
294-29-4872-000 /10////////67B
26.93
177-26-8595-000 /19///////112/
66.272
297-20-6093-000
/10////////32/
139.60
254-37-7757-000
//4////////15/
29.006
294-30-0245-000 /10////////68G
10
177-28-4132-000 /19///5/////2/
30.708
297-27-2207-000
/10//28/////1/
10.00
254-38-4867-000
//4////////14/
19.121
294-36-8406-000
/10/////////5/
2.98
177-28-8562-000 /19///5/////4A
15.01
297-37-5127-000
/10///4/////3/
10.00
255-27-0117-000
/10//43/////1/
7.078
294-37-8024-000
/10////////68/
52.84
177-37-7111-000 /19///5/////1/
15
298-35-8503-000
/18/////////4/
8.08
255-36-5007-000
/10////////65B
6
294-39-8719-000 /10////////68H
10
177-38-1260-000 /19///5/////3/
24.889
298-38-2577-000
/18///1/////5/
10.06
255-46-7350-000
//4/////////9A
13.739
294-48-8337-000
15.079
177-48-5973-000 /19///5/////7D
10
299-26-3293-000
/18///4/////3/
10.00
255-47-2537-000
//4////////11B
12.055
295-49-4877-000 /10////////67E
18
180-18-8905-000 /30/A/2/////6A
15.746
300-17-3563-000
/18////////43/
129.00
PIN 214-35-6019-000
PIN
/10////////68I
//4/////////6B
ACRES ENROLLED 10.1
Parcel Listings:
181-48-5474-000 /30/A/2/////6B
6
300-25-9134-000
/18///7/////4/
25.50
The ADAC held a public meeting on November 6, 2023, to review and make recommendations concerning whether to continue, modify, or terminate the New Catoctin North Agricultural and Forestal District, and to review renewal applications and requests for withdrawal of land from the District. The report and recommendations of the ADAC will be considered by the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, at its public hearing on December 18, 2023. The reports and recommendations of the ADAC and the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, will be considered by the Board of Supervisors at its public hearing.
218-26-3250-000 /11///////108/
12.02
300-37-9219-000
/18////////20A
45.37
218-26-9487-000 /11///////108B
0.519
300-40-3839-000
/18////////18D
20.00
218-27-2397-000 /11///////109/
6.519
300-46-0411-000
/18////////29/
237.74
218-27-6682-000 /11///////112A
0.349
300-48-1654-000
/18////////20/
55.62
218-47-5801-000 /11////////57/
28.469
302-10-6514-000
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12.00
219-16-6841-000 /19///3/////3/
34.9
302-35-9580-000
/28///1/////1A
11.34
In accordance with Section 15.2-4307 of the Code of Virginia, the applications are on file and available for inspection at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 703-777-0246 (option 5) to request hard copies or electronic copies or electronically at: https://www.loudoun.gov/adac (11-6-2023 ADAC Meeting under Agendas and Bylaws). Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/pc (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for Public Hearings Packet).
219-16-7588-000 /19//20/////1/
40
302-35-9908-000
/28//26/////2A
7.92
219-25-1765-000 /19///3/////1A
2.799
303-26-5697-000
/28/A/2/////6/
1.90 18.79
219-28-9575-000 /19//13/////1/
5.53
REVIEW AND RENEWAL, MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION OF THE NEW CATOCTIN SOUTH AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT
219-35-7575-000 /19////////11A
7.796
219-38-2703-000 /19////////15B
7.019
304-18-5133-000
The current period of the New Catoctin South Agricultural and Forestal District will expire on June 1, 2024. The District has a 4-year period and a subdivision minimum lot size of 20 acres. Pursuant to Chapter 1226 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County, the Board of Supervisors has directed staff, the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Planning Commission to conduct a review in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Parcels currently enrolled in the District are located within an area generally south of Lovettsville Road (Route 672), east of Berlin Turnpike (Route 287), Mountain Road (Route 690), and Charles Town Pike (Route 9), west of James Monroe Highway (Route 15), and north of Leesburg Pike (Route 7), in the 2022 Catoctin Election District.
220-19-4655-000 /19//21////10E
11.75
220-36-2094-000 /19///3/////4/
30.208
220-37-9513-000 /19///4/////9/
219-25-7612-000 /19///3/////3A
2.9
303-27-2253-000
/28////////30B
219-26-0152-000 /19///3/////2/
19.399
303-28-5546-000
/28//25/////A/
2.27
219-27-4216-000 /19////////13/
29.77
303-36-3605-000
/28/A/2/////7/
1.52
303-40-6724-000
/28///8/////5/
10.45
304-17-9374-000
/28//16/////A/
14.56
/28//16/////B/
14.63
304-45-2424-000
/28////////10/
25.55
304-45-5972-000
/28////////10A
20.01
11.289
305-25-2513-000
/38//29/////C/
24.31
221-16-3840-000 /19//11////13/
25.67
305-28-1781-000
/28////////15/
53.22
221-17-3382-000 /19////////70/
40
305-30-2176-000
/38////////86/
13.88
221-18-6655-000 /19////////61/
32.354
305-38-3098-000
/28//27/////3/
31.23
221-20-3596-000 /19////////41D
11.189
305-39-2280-000
/28//27/////2/
38.09
221-28-6195-000 /19////////58/
51.681
305-40-8918-000
/28//21////14/
22.84
221-28-8921-000 /19////////60/
24
306-40-0213-000
/38////////79A
14.59
222-10-6681-000 /29////////54/
1.82
306-40-4122-000
/38////////77C
7.07
222-15-3557-000 /19//11////20/
27.167
306-49-7263-000
/38////////77/
20.34
222-16-0179-000 /19//11////21/
31.932
307-27-7853-000 /38//34//69A2/
6.19
Management Plan that specifically states that the property owner(s) are accumulating the required 5-year production records in order to qualify for agricultural, to include horticulture, land use tax deferral. Animal Husbandry including Equine uses (commercial or non-commercial) with a Management Plan that relates the pasture carrying capacity to limit the number of animals allowed. Forests and woodlands with a management plan that specifies the actions required to maintain and enhance the stands. Wetlands, flood plains, streams and/or rivers that have Management Plans that set forth the terms for their maintenance and enhancement.
222-16-6198-000 /19//11////22/
22.229
307-28-0983-000
/38////////69A
5.79
222-36-0843-000 /19//11////24/
22.678
337-35-2828-000
/17///5////10/
10.00
222-45-3154-000 /19//11////15A
22.829
337-37-7089-000
/17////////48/
11.25
222-46-4356-000 /19//11////14/
32.926
337-45-2650-000
/17///5////12/
21.87
223-16-2434-000 /29///1/////2/
28.069
338-15-3696-000
/17//13/////5/
10.25
223-17-6820-000 /29///9/////5/
9.529
338-16-9331-000
/17//13/////1/
10.17
223-17-6961-000 /29///9/////6/
2.73
339-36-2453-000
/17////////36/
15.51
223-17-9141-000 /29///9/////4/
1.87
341-10-3295-000
/28//29/////1/
144.00
During this review, land within the District may be withdrawn, in whole or in part, at the owner’s discretion by filing a written notice with the Board of Supervisors at any time before the Board acts to continue, modify, or terminate the District.
223-18-1061-000 /29///9/////C/
1.409
342-19-0713-000
/27//13/////2/
9.21
223-18-2835-000 /29///9/////3/
2.24
342-29-0786-000
/28///3/////3/
10.00
During this review, land less than 5 acres, or 20 acres or greater, in size that is currently enrolled in the District will be automatically renewed. However, any parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres will be ineligible for renewal and inclusion within the District unless the owner submits an application on forms provided by the Department of Planning and Zoning and one or more of the following criteria is met: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Landowners of the following parcels, currently enrolled in the New Catoctin South Agricultural and Forestal District, were notified by certified mail of the District’s review.
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Legal Notices TAX MAP NUMBER 223-18-7241-000 /29///9/////A/
ACRES ENROLLED 12.71
343-15-9953-000
TAX MAP NUMBER /37///6/////1/
ACRES ENROLLED 30.96
223-27-8312-000 /29///9/////B/
19.92
343-16-8839-000
/37///////100/
2.56
224-45-3600-000 /29////////33/ 224-46-2478-000 /29///1/////3/
6
343-17-2370-000
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10.19
34.069
343-26-4262-000
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225-15-4365-000 /29//10////38/
10.05
57.241
343-26-7784-000
/27///9/////2/
10.01
225-16-6450-000 /29//10////39/
65.138
343-28-2600-000
/37///4/////2/
11.00
228-35-1089-000 /39////////20/
15
343-37-5854-000
/27//27///4A1/
10.00
258-16-0342-000 /10///1/////5/
10
343-40-5838-000
/28///5////12/
10.62
258-17-0425-000 /10///1/////3/
13.71
344-20-0266-000
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258-18-0755-000 /10////////35/
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344-29-5789-000
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10.00
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373-20-8381-000
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37.56
373-25-6641-000
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259-48-9678-000 /18//18/////C/
34.777
373-28-2075-000
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24.25
259-49-7349-000 /19/////////7A
20.2
374-30-2576-000
/17////////32/
50.86
260-25-4610-000 /18////////18/
23
374-49-8889-000
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10.00
261-18-6132-000 /19//11/////2/
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375-28-4534-000
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261-18-6784-000 /19//11/////1/
11.742
375-37-7792-000
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21.33
261-28-4870-000 /19//22////A2/
10
378-49-7170-000
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261-30-6905-000 /19//22////A1/
243.06
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48.46
409-18-2398-000
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10.00
262-48-6367-000 /19//11/////3A
20.12
409-18-7038-000
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10.00
262-49-5364-000 /19//11/////9A
14.97
409-19-2094-000
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10.00
264-18-5754-000 /29//13/////4/
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409-19-9988-000
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10.81
264-25-2551-000 /28///7/////5/
5.97
409-28-2043-000
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10.01
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PIN
264-28-1124-000 /28////////41/
31.16
409-29-1949-000
/16//19/////8/
10.00
264-45-2988-000 /28///8/////6/
12.32
409-29-9950-000
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10.49
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55.00
409-39-2112-000
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10.00
265-45-7981-000 /28///7////13/
6.45
409-39-2464-000
/17//23/////9/
10.01
265-47-0829-000 /29///4/////2/
10
409-39-9170-000
/17//23////12/
10.01
265-47-4762-000 /29///4/////3/
7.70
266-10-6578-000 /29//10////52/
45.50
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20.00
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24.88
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*305-27-2495-000 **258-19-6538000 **265-48-3196000 **302-46-0037000 **343-35-1601000 **378-30-2855000 **409-19-9930000 **409-20-7552000
REVIEW AND RENEWAL, MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION OF THE NEW EBENEZER AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT The current period of the New Ebenezer Agricultural and Forestal District will expire on June 1, 2024. The District has a four-year period and a subdivision minimum lot size of 50 acres. Pursuant to Chapter 1226 of the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County, the Board of Supervisors has directed staff, the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Planning Commission to conduct a review in order to determine whether to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Parcels currently enrolled in the District are located within an area generally south of Snickersville Turnpike (Route 734), on the east and west sides and east of Foggy Bottom Road (Route 626), Ridgeside Road (Route 765), Trappe Road (Route 619), and Greengarden Road (Route 719), on the northwest side and northwest of Unison Road (Route 630), and west of Woodtrail Road (Route 700), in the 2022 Catoctin and Little River Election Districts. During this review, land less than 5 acres, or 20 acres or greater, in size that is currently enrolled in the District will be automatically renewed. However, any parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres will be ineligible for renewal and inclusion within the District unless the owner submits an application on forms provided by the Department of Planning and Zoning and one or more of the following criteria is met: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Management Plan that specifically states that the property owner(s) are accumulating the required 5-year production records in order to qualify for agricultural, to include horticulture, land use tax deferral. Animal Husbandry including Equine uses (commercial or non-commercial) with a Management Plan that relates the pasture carrying capacity to limit the number of animals allowed. Forests and woodlands with a management plan that specifies the actions required to maintain and enhance the stands. Wetlands, flood plains, streams and/or rivers that have Management Plans that set forth the terms for their maintenance and enhancement.
During this review, land within the District may be withdrawn, in whole or in part, at the owner’s discretion by filing a written notice with the Board of Supervisors at any time before the Board acts to continue, modify, or terminate the District. Landowners of the following parcels, currently enrolled in the New Ebenezer Agricultural and Forestal District, were notified by certified mail of the District’s review. Parcel Listings: ACRES ENROLLED
PIN
590-15-2895-000 /55///6///9A1/
25.209
3.119
590-25-3187-000 /55///6///7A1/
31.799
/11////////89/
17.969
592-16-2635-000 /55////////15D
/29//13/////2/
6.39
/28///1/////1/
11.00
/37///6/////4A /27/B/1/////9/
/28////////14A
PIN
TAX MAP NUMBER
TAX MAP NUMBER
ACRES ENROLLED
637-10-8064-000
/54////////48/
74.697
638-25-3068-000
/54////////23A
0.214
75.061
638-26-2153-000
/54////////25/
102.82
614-15-4025-000
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20
638-27-5395-000
/54////////26/
81.738
614-48-4938-000
/42////////98A
42.52
638-40-2327-000
/54////////47/
123.5
615-25-7848-000
/54////////56A
10
638-47-8743-000
/54////////29/
2.453
10.00
615-46-4519-000
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104.5
651-10-3256-000
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19.378
6.65
616-15-3983-000
/54////////47A
50.408
652-18-1215-000
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97.645
616-49-1612-000
/54////////52/
27.54
652-19-5532-000
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10.039
617-27-9962-000
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14.194
652-29-8099-000
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11.979
617-28-4974-000
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5.03
652-45-8408-000
/53///3/////5/
16.28
*Indicates a parcel whose owner is withdrawing it from the District. ** Indicates a parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres whose owner did not properly apply for renewal.
617-38-3014-000
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8.633
652-49-6154-000
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11.022
617-38-7180-000
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33.152
653-26-8553-000
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20.172
617-47-2127-000
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48.824
653-27-9646-000
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32.5
The ADAC held a public meeting on November 6, 2023, to review and make recommendations concerning whether to continue, modify, or terminate the New Catoctin South Agricultural and Forestal District, and to review renewal applications and requests for withdrawal of land from the District. The report and recommendations of the ADAC will be considered by the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, at its public hearing on December 18, 2023. The reports and recommendations of the ADAC and the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, will be considered by the Board of Supervisors at its public hearing.
634-18-9165-000
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10.09
653-47-1913-000
/53//13/////B/
41.516 20.057
In accordance with Section 15.2-4307 of the Code of Virginia, the applications are on file and available for inspection at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 703-777-0246 (option 5) to request hard copies or electronic copies or electronically at: https://www.loudoun.gov/adac (11-6-2023 ADAC Meeting under Agendas and Bylaws). Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/pc (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for Public Hearings Packet).
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634-19-3114-000
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10
653-49-3820-000
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635-30-5365-000
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654-10-7163-000
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66.875
635-37-3570-000
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10
655-39-9257-000
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120.828
635-40-5402-000
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6.51
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11.55
635-48-0318-000
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10.05
*614-45-2644-000
/42//13/////2/
6.17
635-49-7264-000
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10.31
*614-45-6107-000
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6.05
636-26-7991-000 /54//12///2A1/
10.921
*652-20-5980-000
/53///4////17/
10
636-38-9503-000
180.712
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Legal Notices *Indicates a parcel containing at least 5 acres but less than 20 acres whose owner did not properly apply for renewal. The ADAC held a public meeting on November 6, 2023, to review and make recommendations concerning whether to continue, modify, or terminate the New Ebenezer Agricultural and Forestal District, and to review renewal applications and requests for withdrawal of land from the District. The report and recommendations of the ADAC will be considered by the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, at its public hearing on December 18, 2023. The reports and recommendations of the ADAC and the Planning Commission, along with any proposed modifications, will be considered by the Board of Supervisors at its public hearing. In accordance with Section 15.2-4307 of the Code of Virginia, the applications are on file and available for inspection at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 703-777-0246 (option 5) to request hard copies or electronic copies or electronically at: https://www.loudoun.gov/adac (11-6-2023 ADAC Meeting under Agendas and Bylaws). Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/pc (for Public Hearing documents, follow the link for Public Hearings Packet). LAND USE APPLICATIONS
LEGI-2023-0055, WISHING STAR SUBSTATION: ZCPA-2022-0009, CMPT-2022-0010, CMPT-2022-0011, SPEX-2022-0047, SPEX-2023-0025 & SPMI-2022-0018 (Zoning Concept Plan Amendment, Commission Permits, Special Exceptions, and Minor Special Exception)
Dominion Energy submitted applications for a zoning concept plan amendment, special exceptions, commission permits, and a minor special exception for approximately 45.74 acres of land south of Arcola Mills Drive (Route 621), north of Briarfield Lane (Route 3442), and east of Paddock Gate Place (Route 3571) in the Little River Election District (the Subject Property). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as: PIN 202-28-2993-000 202-36-9702-000
PROPERTY ADDRESS N/A N/A
TAX MAP NUMBER 101/D/2/////8/ 101/D/7////B1/
For ZCPA-2022-0009, the applicant seeks to amend proffered conditions associated with ZMAP2018-0015, JK Technology Park #1, to allow Utility Substation, Transmission, and Utility Substation, Distribution, uses on the Subject Property. For CMPT-2022-0010 and CMPT-2022-0011, the applicant seeks commission permits for a utility substation (transmission) and for a distribution substation. For SPEX-2022-0047 and SPEX-2023-0025, the applicant seeks to allow a Utility Substation, Transmission, use within the PD-IP zoning district and within moderately steep slope areas. For SPMI-2022-0018 the applicant seeks to modify landscape buffer requirements between proposed uses on the subject property.
LEGI-2023-0034, ARCOLA FARMS RESIDENTIAL: ZMAP-2022-0006, ZMOD-2022-0029, ZMOD-2022-0030, ZMOD-2022-0031, ZMOD-2023-0021, & ZMOD-2023-0022
(Zoning Map Amendment & Zoning Modifications) TOLL MID-ATLANTIC LP COMPANY, INC. and TRIDENT OLSEN, LLC, submitted applications for: a zoning map amendment and zoning modifications for approximately 80.28 acres of land located south of Ryan Road (Route 772) and north of Evergreen Mills Road (Route 621) in the Little River and Ashburn Election District (the “Subject Property”). The Subject Property is and more particularly identified as: PIN
PROPERTY ADDRESS
TAX MAP NUMBER
242-29-6894-000
41689 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////9/
242-29-9973-000
41721 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////8/
242-20-3664-000
41739 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////7/
199-25-1135-000
41819 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////5/
199-25-3525-000
41929 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////4/
199-25-6408-000
42395 Ryan Road, Suite 301, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////3/
199-15-7187-000
41929 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6/////2/
PIN
PROPERTY ADDRESS
TAX MAP NUMBER
199-15-5059-000
N/A
/91///6/////1/
242-10-8536-000
23168 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg Virginia
/91///6////17/
242-20-3804-000
41777 Ryan Road, Ashburn Virginia
/91///6////14/
242-29-8917-000
23066 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg Virginia
/91///6////13/
242-10-0179-000
23094 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg Virginia
/91///6////15/
242-10-2937-000
23106 Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg Virginia
/91///6////16/
200-45-5437-000 (portion of)
N/A
/92/Y/2/////Z/
For ZMAP-2022-0006, the applicants seek to rezone the Subject property from the TR-10 (Transition Residential) and PD-H4 (Planned Development-Housing) under the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance to the R-4 (Residential) in order to develop 307 single-family detached (SFD) dwelling units at a density of approximately 3.82 dwelling units per acre. For ZMOD-2022-0029, ZMOD-20220030, ZMOD-2022-0031, ZMOD-2023-0021 and ZMOD-2023-0022, the applicants seek zoning ordinance modifications for various regulations affecting the Subject Property including but not limited to: to reduce lot width from 40 to 33 feet, to increase lot coverage from 35 percent to 45 percent and to permit an open space density less than 1 lot/7,000 square feet, allow frontage and access on private streets for lots within the development, to reduce front yards from 15 to 9 feet and to reduce side yards from 8 to 5 feet, to allow front yards to have more than 55 percent impervious surface, and to eliminate the requirement that trees must be planted at a density of 1 tree per 50 linear feet along both sides of all alleys. Copies of the proposed plans, ordinances, or amendments for each land use application listed above may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Office of County Administrator, Information Desk, First Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday or call 703-777-0246 (option 5), to request hard copies or electronic copies. Additional project files related to land use applications and land use ordinances may be reviewed electronically at loudoun.gov/landmarc. 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 (option 5). Planning Commission work sessions and public hearings are held in the Board Room of the Government Center. Public hearings and work sessions are televised on Comcast Government Channel 23 and Verizon FiOS Channel 40, and are also are livestreamed at loudoun.gov/meetings. Members of the public desiring to do so may appear and present their views during the public hearing. Public comment will be received only for those items listed for public hearing. Members of the public who wish to provide public input, whether electronically or in person, are encouraged to sign-up in advance; however, speakers may sign-up during the hearing. If you wish to sign-up in advance, please call the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-777-0246 (option 5) prior to 12:00 PM on the day of the public hearing; however, speakers may also sign-up at the public hearing. Written comments concerning any item before the Commission are welcomed at any time and may be sent to the Loudoun County Planning Commission, P.O. Box 7000 Leesburg, VA 20177-7000, 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 for the Clerk’s records. Members of the public may also submit comments on land use items electronically at loudoun. gov/landapplications. 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 to request additional time to speak on behalf of such organization. Regularly scheduled Planning Commission public hearings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. In the event the public hearing cannot be conducted on that date due to weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend the hearing, the public hearing will be continued to the next day (Wednesday). In the event the public hearing may not be held on that Wednesday due to weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend the hearing, the public hearing may be continued to the first Thursday of the next month. Hearing assistance is available for meetings in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room. FM Assistive Listening System is available at the meetings. 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 (option 5). Three business days advance notice is requested. BY ORDER OF:
MICHELLE FRANK, CHAIR LOUDOUN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
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Legal Notices 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, December 13, 2023, in order to consider:
PROPOSED 2024 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM Each year, the Board of Supervisors adopts a Legislative Program, indicating its priority issues and initiatives for the upcoming session of the Virginia General Assembly. As part of this Legislative Program, the Board requests the Senators and Delegates representing Loudoun County to introduce specific legislation of importance to the County. The Board is seeking input from the public on the 2024 Draft Legislative Program. All members of the public are welcome to speak before the Board and provide feedback on the proposed 2024 Legislative Program. Copies of the Board of Supervisors 2024 Draft Legislative Program may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Documents may also be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/ bosdocuments.
VERIZON CABLE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT RENEWAL Pursuant to Loudoun County Codified Ordinances § 805.13, the Board of Supervisors shall consider the renewal of the Verizon Cable Franchise Agreement between Verizon Virginia Inc. and the County of Loudoun. Copies of the full text of the Verizon Cable Franchise Agreement may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Documents may also be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT AN AMENDMENT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN FOR LOUDOUN COUNTY HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM AND SIGNIFICANT AMENDMENT TO THE STREAMLINED ANNUAL PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY PLAN FOR THE HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM Pursuant to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations at 24 CFR § 903.17, the Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that it intends to conduct a public hearing for considering the adoption of an amendment to the Administrative Plan for the Loudoun County Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program as well as a significant amendment to the Streamlined Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for the HCV Program. The Administrative Plan establishes policies for Loudoun County to implement the HCV Program in a manner consistent with HUD requirements, local goals, and objectives contained in the Administrative Plan. The Streamlined Annual Plan provides information on current programs and the resident population served. Copies of the above-referenced plans may be examined at the Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development, Front Desk, 1st Floor, 106 Catoctin Circle, S.E., Leesburg, VA 20175 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, or call (703) 737-8213 to request hard copies or electronic copies. Documents also may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
PROPOSED ABANDONMENT OF A SECTION OF BONNIE COURT (ROUTE 823) AND CONVEYANCE OF ABANDONED RIGHT-OF-WAY RDAB-2021-0006 Pursuant to Virginia Code §33.2-909, the Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that it intends to consider the proposed abandonment of a section of Bonnie Court (Route 823) (the Subject Section). The Subject Section is within the Secondary State Highway System, is improved, and consists of approximately 28,841 square feet (0.6621 acre) of dedicated right-of-way. The Subject Section is located south of the intersection of Riverside Parkway (Route 607) and Bonnie Court, north of Leesburg Pike (Route 7) in the Algonkian Election District. Pursuant to Virginia Code §33.2-913, the Board of Supervisors also shall consider the proposed conveyance of the abandoned right-of-way to an adjacent landowner for consideration and/or in exchange for other lands that may be necessary for the uses of Loudoun County. Copies of the plats and any associated documents describing the proposed abandonment, may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-777-0200. Additional project files related this abandonment may be reviewed electronically at loudoun.gov/landmarc. Documents may also be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF COUNTY PROPERTY AND VACATION OF COUNTY PRIVATE RIGHT-OF-WAY Conveyance of Approximately 3.16 Acres of Real Property to JK Land Holdings, LLC and Vacation of a Private Right-of-Way which Serves the Subject Property Pursuant to Virginia Code § 15.2-1800 et. seq., the Board of Supervisors shall consider conveying two parcels of County-owned property, consisting together of approximately 3.16 acres and all improvements thereon, to JK Land Holdings, LLC, subject to a negotiated real estate purchase and sale agreement with terms acceptable to the County Administrator and subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors. The subject property is located at the southeastern quadrant of the intersection of Sycolin Road (Route 625) and Crosstrail Boulevard (Route 773) in Leesburg, Virginia, in the Leesburg Election District. The subject property is more particularly identified below. In addition, the Board of Supervisors shall consider vacation of a private right-of-way recorded on July 26, 1951, in Deed Book 13P Page 500, which serves the subject parcels to be conveyed in exchange for right of way and easements needed for the Sycolin Road Widening Project. PIN #
ADDRESS
ACRES
ZONING
2022 ELECTION DISTRICT
192-16-3634-000 192-16-8342-000
Vacant Land
2.0
JLMA20
Leesburg
Vacant Land
1.16
JLMA20
Leesburg
Copies of the plat(s) showing the location(s) of the above-listed conveyance(s) and associated documents, may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-7770200. Documents may also be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF COUNTY PROPERTY Conveyance of Approximately 5.0 Acres of Real Property and Various Easements to the Town of Purcellville Pursuant to Virginia Code § 15.2-1800 et. seq., the Board of Supervisors shall consider conveying two parcels of County-owned property, consisting together of approximately 5.0 acres, more or less, and all improvements thereon, to the Town of Purcellville, Virginia, in satisfaction of a Settlement Agreement dated December 19, 2008, between the County of Loudoun and the Town. The subject parcels are part of a large tract of County-owned property more particularly identified as PIN 522-29-5928-002 and located north of Leesburg Pike (Route 7) and south of Woodgrove High School in the Town of Purcellville in the Catoctin (formerly Blue Ridge) Election District. Copies of the plat(s) showing the location(s) of the above-listed conveyance(s) and associated documents may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-7770200. Documents may also be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: www.loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
LAND USE APPLICATIONS LEGI-2023-0087, Kloppenburg Short Term Rental: SPEX-2023-0024 (Minor Special Exception)
Real Ventures LLC has submitted an application for a minor special exception for approximately 1.85 acres om size located on the north side of Snickersville Turnpike (Route 734), south of Leesburg Pike (Route 7), and west of Clayton Hall Road (Route 760) in the Blue Ridge Election District (the Subject Property). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as 33650 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont, Virginia, PIN: 648-29-2408-000, Tax Map # /41/A/1////44/. The applicant seeks a to permit a Short-Term Rental – Commercial Whole Housing (STRCWH) in the Countryside Residential–1 (CR-1) zoning district pursuant to Section 3-503 of the Loudoun County Revised 1993 Zoning Ordinance.
LEGI-2023-0035, Aligned Energy Data Center: ZMAP-2022-0008, SPEX-2022-0024, SPMI-2022-0014, ZMOD-2022-0028, & ZMOD-2022-0083 (Zoning Map Amendment, Special Exception & Zoning Ordinance Modifications)
Aligned Data Centers (Relo) PropCo., LLC, has submitted applications for a zoning map amendment, a special exception, a minor special exception, and zoning modifications for approximately 10.14 acres in size located west of Relocation Drive (Route 775) and north of Executive Drive (Route 885) and south
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LEGI-2023-0024, BROADLANDS SECTION 104: ZCPA-2021-0011, SPEX-2021-0055, & SPEX-2023-0001, BROADLANDS, SECTION 104 (Zoning Concept Plan Amendment, Special Exceptions)
Broadlands Commercial Development LLC has submitted applications for a zoning map amendment and special exceptions for approximately 10.2 acres of land located west of Claiborne Parkway (Route 901) on the east side of Broadlands Boulevard (Route 640) and north of Van Metre Drive (Route 2343) in the Ashburn Election District (the Subject Property). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as: PIN
PROPERTY ADDRESS
TAX MAP NUMBER
118-45-2350-000
21235 Coopers Hawk Drive, Ashburn, Virginia
/78/Q/1/////3/
118-45-5654-000
N/A
/78/Q/1/////2/
118-45-3723-000
43044 Van Metre Drive, Ashburn, Virginia
/78/Q/1/////4/
For ZCPA-2021-0011, the applicant seeks to administer the property under the R-16 ADU (Townhouse/ Multifamily Affordable Dwelling Unit ) zoning district in order to allow a maximum of 136 dwelling units, including a maximum of 45 single family attached units, a maximum of 27 multifamily stacked units, and a maximum of 64 multifamily attached units. For SPEX-2021-0055 and SPEX-2023-0001, the applicant seeks to permit the modification of the minimum yard requirements for the ADU developments in the R-16 ADU (Townhouse/Multifamily Affordable Dwelling Unit Regulations) zoning district.
LEGI-2023-0026, LANSDOWNE BOULEVARD REZONING: ZMAP-2021-0024, SPEX-2021-0060, ZMOD-2021-0093, ZMOD-2022-0073 & ZMOD-2022-0074 (Zoning Map Amendment, Special Exception & Zoning Ordinance Modifications)
ESC Lansdowne LLC has submitted applications for a zoning map amendment, special exception, and zoning modifications for approximately 9.22 acres of land located on the west side of Lansdowne Boulevard (Route 2400) and north of Riverside Parkway (Route 2401) in the Ashburn Election District (the Subject Property). The Subject Property is more particularly described as 19391 Lansdowne Boulevard, Leesburg, Virginia, PIN 082-28-1875-000, Tax Map # /62///7//B6-1/. For ZMAP-2021-0024, the applicant seeks to rezone approximately 9.22 acres from the PD-OP (Planned Development – Office Park) zoning district to the R-16 ADU (Townhouse/Multifamily Residential-16, ADU Development Regulations) zoning district in order to develop 120 residential units, consisting of a maximum 48 multifamily units and a maximum of 72 single family attached units, at a density of approximately 13.02 dwelling units per acre. For SPEX-2021-0060, the applicant seeks to permit the modification of minimum yard requirements in the R-16 ADU zoning district. For ZMOD-2021-0093, ZMOD-2022-0073 & ZMOD-2022-0074, the applicant seeks zoning modifications for various regulations affecting the Subject Property including but not limited to: increase lot coverage from 75 to 85 percent for rear loaded single family attached dwelling units, permit two on-street parking spaces to meet zoning requirements for 16-foot wide single family attached units instead of one on-street space, and topermit enclosed or unenclosed porches to project a maximum of four feet provided they do not extend closer than on foot from a lot line.
LEGI-2023-0040, CASCADES MARKETPLACE: ZMAP-2022-0015, ZMOD-2022-0053, ZMOD-2022-0054, ZMOD-2022-0055 & SPMI-2022-0017 (Zoning Map Amendment, Zoning Ordinance Modifications, and Minor Special Exception)
Cascades Marketplace LP and Cascades Park Place LP have submitted applications for a zoning map amendment, zoning modifications, and a minor special exception for approximately 34.48 acres of land located on the east side of Cascades Parkway (Route 1794), south side of Palisade Parkway (Route 1795) and north of Leesburg Pike (Route 7) in the Algonkian Election District (the Subject Property). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as:
PIN
PROPERTY ADDRESS
TAX MAP NUMBER
019-28-4698-000
20960 Southbank St., Sterling, Virginia
/81/S/7/////E/
019-28-2139-000
21050 Southbank St., Sterling, Virginia
/81/S/9/////H/
019-37-6524-000
46230 Cranston St., Sterling, Virginia
/81/S/7/////B/
019-27-5587-000
N/A
/81/S/5/////S/
019-28-0972-000
N/A
/81/S/8///S-2/
019-28-4206-000
N/A
/81/S/8///S-3/
ZMAP-2022-0015, the applicants seek to rezone approximately 34.48 acres from the PD-H4 (Planned Development – Housing 4) zoning district administered under the PD-CC(CC) (Planned Development – Commercial Center (Community Center)) zoning district to the PD-TC (Planned Development – Town Center) zoning district in order to develop a maximum of 755 dwelling units, consisting of a combination of between 685 multifamily attached units and 180 single family attached and/or multifamily stacked units, at a density of approximately 22 dwelling units per acre. For SPMI-2022-0017, the applicants seek a minor special exception to reduce the minimum building setback requirements in the PD-TC zoning district from 75 feet to 35 feet from Cascades Parkway, pursuant to Section 5-1409(B)(1) of the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance. For ZMOD-2022-0053, ZMOD-2022-0054, and ZMOD-20220055, the applicants seek zoning modifications for various regulations affecting the Subject Property including but not limited to: to reduce the size of the Town Center Core from 10 acres to approximately 6.80 acres in size; to reduce the minimum building height from 24 feet to 18 feet in the Town Center Core for existing retail buildings and a minimum building height of 20 feet in the Town Center Core for new retail buildings; to reduce the size of the required town green from 40,000 square feet to approximately 15,000 square feet; to increase the maximum total gross floor area devoted to residential use to from 50 percent to 80 percent; to eliminate the requirement for three percent of the total gross floor area within the district that is devoted to civic uses and/or other public uses; to increase the maximum perimeter of blocks from 1,600 feet to 1,900 feet in the Town Center Core; and to increase the maximum perimeter of blocks from 1,600 feet to 2,250 feet in the Town Center Fringe. Copies of the proposed plans, ordinances, and amendments for the above land use applications may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center; Information Desk, 1st Floor, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or call 703-7770246 (option 5) to request hard copies or electronic copies. Additional project files related to land use applications for public hearings may be reviewed electronically at loudoun.gov/landmarc. In addition, documents may be viewed and downloaded electronically 72 hours in advance of the public hearing at: loudoun.gov/bosdocuments.
ZOAM-2020-0001 ZONING ORDINANCE REWRITE (Zoning Ordinance Amendments)
Pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 15.2-2204, 15.2-2285, and 15.2-1433, the Board of Supervisors (Board) gives notice of its intent to consider and to adopt a proposed Ordinance Approving and Adopting ZOAM2020-0001, Zoning Ordinance Rewrite, which would (i) approve and adopt a proposed Zoning Ordinance dated November 21, 2023 (Final Draft Zoning Ordinance); (ii) repeal and replace the existing zoning ordinance, which is commonly known as the “Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance”; and (iii) re-ordain and recodify Final Draft Zoning Ordinance as the Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Ordinance Amendments or Zoning Ordinance). The Board will also consider proposed resolutions adopting grandfathering rules for the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (ZOR Grandfathering Resolution) and directing the Director of Building and Development to establish interim technical standards to implement the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (Interim Technical Standards Resolution). Purpose and Intent of Zoning Ordinance Amendments The public purposes of these Zoning Ordinance Amendments are to implement the Loudoun County 2019 Comprehensive Plan (2019 GP); to implement applicable provisions of the Virginia Code; and to achieve the purposes of zoning as set forth in Virginia Code §§ 15.2-2200 et seq., 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. Proposed amendments establish new regulations; revise or delete existing regulations; and/or incorporate provisions from the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance with revisions necessary to clarify requirements, to implement and maintain internal consistency, to correct typographical and grammatical errors, and to update formatting and cross-references. The Final Draft Zoning Ordinance also incorporates three-standalone amendments recently adopted by the Board of Supervisors: ZOAM-2022-0002 Amendment to Add “Ground Mounted Solar Energy Generation Facility” as a Permitted Use in the PD-GI (Planned Development/General Industrial) Zoning District (adopted December 6, 2022); ZOAM-2021-0002 Airport Impact Overlay District (adopted January 17, 2023); and ZOAM-2018-0001 Short Term Residential Rentals (adopted on April 4, 2023). Organization of the Zoning Ordinance The Final Draft Zoning Ordinance is organized into Chapters 1 through 12, with Appendices A through D. An overview of the organization of the Final Draft Zoning Ordinance is provided below. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION • Includes provisions regarding the purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance; application of the Zoning Ordinance (e.g., prior approvals, conflicting provisions, Route 28 Transportation Improve-
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Use Categories
Residential
Household Living Group Living
Lodging
n/a
Commercial
Animal Services Day Care Financial Services Food and Beverage Sales/Service Office, Business and Professional Personal/Business Services Retail Automotive
Public/Civic/Institutional
Assembly Death Care Services Government Education Medical Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
Industrial/Production
Manufacturing and Employment Warehousing, Storage, and Distribution
Infrastructure
Transportation/Parking Utilities Communications Facilities Waste-Related
Agriculture
n/a
CHAPTER 4: USE SPECIFIC STANDARDS • Prescribes standards and regulations applicable to specific uses; organized by the use classifications identified in Chapter 3. • Prescribes standards for adaptive reuse of obsolete or historically significant structures. CHAPTER 5: OVERLAY DISTRICTS • Prescribes regulations for seven overlay districts, including Airport Impact Overlay District, Floodplain Overlay District, Mountainside Overlay District, Limestone Overlay District, Quarry Notification Overlay District, Village Conservation Overlay District, and Historic Overlay District. • Retains the Route 28 Corridor Overlay District as a legacy district; elections to develop under the optional regulations of this legacy district will no longer be permitted after adoption of the Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
CHAPTER 6: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES (NER) • Prescribes regulations, including use permissions and development standards, for steep slope areas and River and Stream Corridor Resources (RSCR). CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS • Consolidates into a single chapter, standards governing site development (e.g., density requirements, lot, yard, and building requirements, etc.); open space; tree planting, replacement, and preservation; landscaping, buffers, and screening; light, noise, and vibration; parking; transportation; utilities; and owners associations. • Prescribes development standards for the Rural Hamlet Development Option in the A-3 and A-10 Legacy Zoning Districts. CHAPTER 8: SIGNS • Establishes content neutral sign regulations based on various factors including sign type (e.g., ground, sidewalk, light post, wall, window, murals, art displays, etc.), dimension and location, digital display and illumination, and zoning district. • For purposes of sign regulations, zoning districts are grouped into the following categories: Urban, Suburban Mixed Use, Neighborhood, Commercial, Employment/Industrial, and Rural. Permissible sign types, size, and other characteristics may differ depending on the applicable zoning district category in which the sign is located. CHAPTER 9: ATTAINABLE HOUSING • Prescribes regulations for three attainable housing programs – Affordable Dwelling Units (ADUs), Unmet Housing Needs Units (UHNUs), and Affordable Housing Units (AHUs). CHAPTER 10: PROCEDURES • Establishes procedures for applications and other processes administered under the Zoning Ordinance, including determination, administrative modifications, zoning permit, sign permit, site plan, subdivision, variance, commission permit, zoning amendments (including rezonings, proffers, concept plan amendments), special exception review, historic overlay district reviews, enforcement, appeals, density credit for public uses, and administrative parking adjustments. • Prescribes special exception review processes for specific circumstances or regulations, including sign development plan, approval of errors in location or errors in very steep slopes, additional requirements for parking adjustment, additional requirements for stone quarrying or very steep slope areas, additional requirements for temporary special events, additional requirements for modification of light and glare standards, and nonconforming conversion condominium. CHAPTER 11: OFFICIALS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS • Identifies the powers and duties of the Zoning Administrator and powers, duties, membership requirements and meeting processes for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals and Historic District Review Committee. CHAPTER 12: DEFINITIONS • Defines uses and other terms used throughout the Zoning Ordinance. APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS • Identifies acronyms and abbreviations used in the Zoning Ordinance. APPENDIX B: LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FEES • Incorporates existing fee schedule for applications administered under the Zoning Ordinance; no fees are proposed for change, but the appendix has been updated for consistency with the draft Zoning Ordinance. APPENDIX C: FLEXIBLE REGULATIONS • Identifies Zoning Ordinance regulations that may be modified, amended, or waived as prescribed in Chapters 1-10, and identifies the applicable process for each potential modification, amendment, or waiver. • Appendix C is provided solely as a guide to assist applicants identify potential opportunities for flexibility. In the event of a discrepancy between Appendix C and the Zoning Ordinance text in Chapters 1-10, the text in Chapters 1-10 control. APPENDIX D: BUFFER MATRIX USES • Identifies the uses composing the Use Groups of Table 7.04.03-1 Use Buffer Matrix. A full copy of (i) the proposed Ordinance Approving and Adopting ZOAM-2020-0001, Zoning Ordinance Rewrite, (ii) the Final Draft Zoning Ordinance dated November 21, 2023, (iii) a version of the proposed ordinance showing track changes against the draft dated July 6, 2023, (iv) the proposed ZOR Grandfathering Resolution; and (v) the proposed Interim Technical Standards Resolution may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Office of the County Administrator, First Floor Information Desk, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Copies may also be examined electronically at www.loudoun.gov/zoningordinancerewrite. In accordance with Va. Code § 15.2-2285(C), the Board of Supervisors may make appropriate changes or corrections to the prosed ordinance text prior to final approval.
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online form on the project webpage at www.loudoun.gov/zoningordinancerewrite. Residents without access to the internet may provide comments on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite by phone at 703-777-0246. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability or need language assistance in order to participate in the public hearing, please contact the Office of the County Administrator at 703-777-0200/ TTY-711. Three business days advance notice is requested. BY ORDER OF:
PHYLLIS J. RANDALL, CHAIR LOUDOUN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
11/30 & 12/7/23
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The LOUDOUN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION will conduct a public hearing during its work session on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room on the first floor of the County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia. The items proposed for public hearing during this work session are as follows: ZOAM-2020-0002 PRIME AGRICULTURAL SOILS AND CLUSTER SUBDIVISIONS (Zoning Ordinance Amendment)
Pursuant to Virginia Code §15.2-2204, the Planning Commission will consider proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance regulations governing the Cluster Subdivision Option in the AR – 1 (Agricultural Rural – 1) and AR – 2 (Agricultural Rural – 2) zoning districts. The proposed amendments will establish new and clarify, revise and/or delete existing regulations and definitions in regard to the preservation of prime farmland soils, rural cluster development design, and uses for the Cluster Subdivision Option. A complete copy of the text of the proposed amendments may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, as described below.
LEGI-2023-0069, PHILOMONT FIRE AND RESCUE STATION: CMPT-2023-0003 & SPEX-2023-0014 (Commission Permit & Special Exception)
Philomont Volunteer Fire Department (PVFD) has submitted applications for the following: a commission permit and a special exception for approximately 7.03 acres of land located east of Snickersville Turnpike (Route 734) and south of Philomont Road (Route 639) in the Catoctin Election District (the “Subject Property”). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as: 37180 Snickersville Turnpike, Purcellville, Virginia, PIN 530-17-5737-000, Tax Map # /56////////22/. For CMPT-2023-0003, the applicant seeks approval for a commission permit to allow a fire and rescue station pursuant to Section 6-1101 et. seq. of the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance. For SPEX-2023-0014, the applicant seeks a special exception to allow a fire and/or rescue station use, pursuant to Section 2-504(H) of the Zoning Ordinance on property zoned CR-1 (Countryside Residential-1).
LEGI-2023-0067, GOOSE CREEK RETAIL LLC: SPEX-2023-0011 (Special Exception)
1 Harrison Street, S.E., Leesburg, Virginia, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday or call 703-777-0246 (option 5), to request hard copies or electronic copies. Additional project files related to land use applications and land use ordinances may be reviewed electronically at loudoun.gov/landmarc. 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 (option 5). Planning Commission work sessions and public hearings are held in the Board Room of the Government Center. Public hearings and work sessions are televised on Comcast Government Channel 23 and Verizon FiOS Channel 40, and are also livestreamed at loudoun.gov/meetings. Members of the public desiring to do so may appear and present their views during the public hearing portion of the work session. Public comment will be received only for those items listed for public hearing. Members of the public who wish to provide public input, whether electronically or in person, are encouraged to sign-up in advance; however, speakers may sign-up during the hearing. If you wish to sign-up in advance, please call the Department of Planning and Zoning at 703-777-0246 (option 5) prior to 12:00 PM on the day of the work session; however, speakers may also sign-up at the work session. Written comments concerning any item before the Commission are welcomed at any time and may be sent to the Loudoun County Planning Commission, P.O. Box 7000 Leesburg, VA 20177-7000, 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 for the Clerk’s records. Members of the public may also submit comments on land use items electronically at loudoun.gov/landapplications. 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 work session to request additional time to speak on behalf of such organization. Regularly scheduled Planning Commission work sessions are held on the second Thursday of each month. In the event the work session cannot be conducted on that date due to weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend the work session, the work session may be continued to the third Tuesday of the month. In the event the work session may not be held on the third Tuesday due to weather or other conditions that make it hazardous for members to attend the work session, the work session may be continued to the Thursday following the third Tuesday.
In your hand, anywhere, anytime. Goose Creek Retail LLC has submitted an application for a special exception for approximately 0.51 acres of land located on a 15.92-acre parcel located on the northwest corner of Belmont Ridge Road (Route 659) and Sycolin Road (Route 625) in the Ashburn Election District (the “Subject Property”). The Subject Property is more particularly identified as: 42810 Creek View Plaza, Ashburn Virginia, PIN 153-18-6338000, Tax Map # /78//86/////D/. The applicant seeks special exception to allow a restaurant with drivethrough use, pursuant to Section 4-204(B)(9) of the Revised 1993 Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance on property zoned Planned Development – Commercial Center (Community Center) (PD-CC(CC)).
Hearing assistance is available for meetings in the Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room. FM Assistive Listening System is available at the meetings. 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 (option 5). Three business days advance notice is requested.
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Copies of the proposed plans, ordinances, or amendments for each item listed above may be examined at the Loudoun County Government Center, Office of County Administrator, Information Desk, First Floor,
MICHELLE FRANK, CHAIR LOUDOUN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LOUDOUN COUNTY
Loudoun County Public Schools Fiscal Year 2025 – 2030 Capital Improvement Program Fiscal Year 2025 – 2030 Capital Asset Preservation Program The Loudoun County School Board has scheduled meetings for the Fiscal Year 2025 - 2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Capital Asset Preservation Program (CAPP) budget process. Date
Time
Capital Budgets Meeting
Tuesday, November 14, 2023*
4:00 p.m.
Superintendent’s Recommended FY 2025-FY 2030 CIP & CAPP Budgets Presented to School Board
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
6:30 p.m.
School Board FY 2025-FY 2030 CIP & CAPP Public Hearing/Work Session
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
6:30 p.m.
School Board FY 2025-FY 2030 CIP & CAPP Public Hearing/Work Session
Tuesday, December 12, 2023*
6:30 p.m.
School Board Adoption of FY 2025-FY 2030 CIP & CAPP Budgets
*Regular School Board Business Meeting The meetings will be held at the Loudoun County Public Schools Administration Building (21000 Education Court, Ashburn) and broadcast live on Comcast channel 18 and Verizon Fios channel 43, as well as viewable via simultaneous webcast on the Loudoun County Public Schools website (https:// www.lcps.org/webcast). Detail on how to sign up to speak at the identified public hearings is provided at www.lcps.org/ Page/223425. In-person sign-up will also be available between 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., on the evening of each budget public hearing. Those who need translation/interpretation assistance or a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability in order to participate meaningfully in the School Board meetings or public hearings should contact the Superintendent’s Office at 571-252-1020 at least three (3) days prior to the meeting.
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
ORDER OF PUBLICATION
Case No.:
Case No.:
COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE § 8.01-316
JJ046598-05-00
Loudoun Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Loudoun Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Gabriela Medina Lainez
Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Chloe Love
Loudoun County Department of Family Services /v.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LOUDOUN COUNTY
)
IN RE: ESTATE OF DREW ROBERT HUDEL )
Fiduciary No. 19935
Probate No. 17356
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE AGAINST DISTRIBUTION
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE AGAINST DISTRIBUTION
It appearing that a report of the account of Helen A. Sullivan, Administrator of the Estate of Nicholas Forgues (the "Estate"), deceased, and a report of the debts and demands against the Estate have been filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Loudoun County, and that more than 6 months have elapsed since the qualification of the Administrator before this Court, and further that the Estate is insolvent, It is ORDERED that the creditors of, and all others interested in, the Estate of Nicholas Forgues, deceased, do show cause, if any they can, on Friday, December 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., before this Court at its courtroom in Leesburg, Virginia, against payment and delivery of said Estate to the Estate's creditors, after payment of remaining administrative expenses; in accordance with Va. Code § 64.2-528.
It appearing that a report of the account of Julie A. Hudel, Executor of the Estate of Drew Robert Hudel (the “Estate”), deceased, and a report of the debts and demands against the Estate have been filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Loudoun County, and that more than 6 months have elapsed since the qualification of the Executor before this Court, and further that the Estate is insolvent, It is ORDERED that the creditors of, and all others interested in, the Estate of Drew Robert Hudel, deceased, do show cause, if any they can, on Friday, December 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., before this Court at its courtroom in Leesburg, Virginia, against payment and delivery of said Estate to the Estate’s creditors, after payment of remaining administrative expenses, in accordance with Va. Code § 64.2528. 11/30 & 12/7/23
11/30 & 12/7/23
TOWN OF LEESBURG NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING
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, December 12, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, to consider Rezoning application TLREZN2023-0003 The Shops at Compass Creek and TLSPEX2023-0003 Compass Creek Valvoline.
11/9/2023, 11/16/2023, 11/23/2023, 11/30/2023, 12/7/2023
: JJ043080-10-00
IN RE: ESTATE OF NICHOLAS FORGUES
VIRGINIA:
TO CONSIDER REZONING APPLICATION TLREZN2023-0003 THE SHOPS AT COMPASS CREEK AND SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPLICATION TLSPEX2023-0003 COMPASS CREEK VALVOLINE
Kevin L. Lewis, Chief Operations Officer Loudoun County Public Schools Department of Support Services 21000 Education Court, Ashburn, Virginia 20148 Telephone: 571-252-1385 Email: LCPSPLAN@LCPS.ORG
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Loudoun County Department of Family Services v.
Jose Medina, Putative Father
Willie Huff, putative father, and Unknown Father
The object of this suit is to hold a second Permanency planning hearing and review of Foster Care Plan pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 16.1-282.1 and 16.1-281 for Gabriela Medina Lainez.
The object of this suit is to hold a third Permanency planning hearing and review of Foster Care Plan pursuant to Virginia Code §§ 16.1-282.1 and 16.1-281 for Chloe Love.
It is ORDERED that the defendant Jose Medina, putative father appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before January 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
It is ORDERED that the defendant(s) Willie Huff, putative father, and Unknown Father appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before February 7, 2024 at 3:00pm
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The Subject Property is located at 500, 510, 520, and 530 Compass Point Plaza and consists of 6 parcels totaling approximately 4.85 acres (Loudoun County Property Identification Numbers (PIN) 234-489448, 234-49-9931, 234-49-0318, 234-48-9803, 234-49-1584 (Portion of), and 234-48-8682 (Portion of). The Subject Property is zoned B-3 (Community Retail/Commercial District), and also lies within the Airport Impact and Limestone Overlay Districts. Rezoning Application TLREZN2023-0003 is a request by Valvoline and the property owner for a Zoning Concept Plan and Proffer Amendment that seeks to modify the approved layout which currently depicts a fourth drive-thru restaurant with the proposed Vehicle and/or Equipment Service Facility use. Proffers will also be updated to reflect the revised layout and carry forward any unfulfilled proffers. Special Exception Application TLSPEX2023-0003 is for a Special Exception to allow a 4,000 square foot vehicle service facility with three bays, pursuant to Town of Leesburg Zoning Ordinance (TLZO) Section 6.5.2, Use Regulations. The Subject Property is located in what the Legacy Leesburg Town Plan (LLTP) describes as an “Area to Transform or Evolve” on the Area Based Land Use Initiatives Map (LLTP pg. 72). The property is further designated within LLTP as a “Retail Center” on the Character Areas for Preservation and Change Map (LLTP pg. 76). Additional information and copies of this application are available at the Department of Community Development 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 Richard Klusek, at 703-771-2758 or rklusek@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. 11/30 & 12/7/23
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Power line objections continued from page 1 virtually to express his opposition to having the large power lines cut through western Loudoun. “I am deeply concerned about the proposed routes for these transmission lines through western Loudoun County. … It does not appear that these lines in any way service western Loudoun County,” he said. He said that the Waterford Historic District, which appears to lie in the line’s study corridor, held the highest historic designation available in the country. “This would be similar to running 500 kV power lines through the Gettysburg Battlefield or colonial Williamsburg,” he said. Piedmont Environmental Council Director of Land Use Julie Bolthouse, who attended the meeting virtually, said that
LOUDOUNNOW.COM state policies call for a transition from coal facilities to alternatives and that shouldn’t have come as a surprise to PJM. “I’m a little bit confused as to how that is one of the primary needs of all these new transmission lines and that hasn’t been discussed until now,” she said. Seiler said the number of deactivations happening were occuring at a high rate. “We’re looking at 40,000 megawatts retiring in the next six years or so,” he said. Keryn Newman said that if solar facilities were not producing enough power to replace coal-produced energy and the proposed transmission lines were going to bring in coal-produced power from West Virginia that coal-produced power would not last forever. She asked what the solution would be after that. Seiler said they were not replacing coal fire generation with coal fire generation from somewhere else. “It’s actually coming from the entire region that includes a mixture of fuel types
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including wind, solar, batteries, combined cycle gas units, and nuclear power plants as well,” he said. Several questions from commenters focused on just how much demand the data center industry was putting on the energy supply and what kind of infrastructure improvements would be needed if data centers were taken out of the equation. “There’s still a number of upgrades that are required as a result of generation deactivations across the entire system. Most likely, more than half of these upgrades would be removed without the additional load and transfer of load flows across the system,” Seiler said. Seiler said PJM was estimating that 7.5 gigawatts more of data center load was expected to materialize before 2028. “Forecasts are estimates, but the actuals that we’ve been seeing in that particular area have coming in higher than the estimates,” he said. Some commenters also pointed out
Residents prepare continued from page 1 She said the company that submitted the proposal was Florida-based NextEra Energy, calling that “a bit unprecedented for the area” since Dominion Energy manages a majority of the power line projects in Virginia. “We’re going to be dealing with a company out of Florida that has no experience in Virginia, has not done any other transmission lines in Virginia,” Bolthouse said. “And honestly, they don’t have the same reputational concerns that Dominion would have had in our area. So, that is concerning.” The exact route is still approximate because the routing process begins with a starting and end point. After initial approval, layering land use constraints and opportunities, the remaining routing options are evaluated. But Bolthouse said the route would likely go through the newly opened Sweet Run State Park, Short Hill Mountain, Waterford Historic District, designated scenic roadways, Rt. 7, the W&OD Trail, conservation easements and a Journey Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage Area. “It is definitely an impactful proposal,” she said, adding that much of the economy in that area relied on agriculture and agri-tourism, which the lines would affect detrimentally. One resident said she was concerned
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A capacity crowd of Loudoun County residents gathered at Hillsboro Old Stone School on Nov. 30 to hear from the Piedmont Environmental Council about a proposal to bring 500 kV transmission lines through western Loudoun.
that if transmission lines were allowed to go through the conservation easement on her property the open space the easements protect “will become targets for utility companies.” Bolthouse said another concern was the continued growth of data centers in Loudoun County and across the state. “What we’re seeing right now [for plans to build transmission lines] does not address all our energy needs from data centers. It’s only the tip of the iceberg and that’s why we’re so concerned,” she said. Loudoun County is the largest and fastest growing data center hub in the world, Bolthouse said with a single data center
using as much power as approximately 15,000 homes. Currently, the county has 12 million square feet of approved, unbuilt data centers and 11 million more in pending applications. Bolthouse said the PEC was taking several steps to “lead the charge” against western Loudoun lines by helping inform residents at town hall like events such last Thursday’s meeting, asking for a study on the environmental impacts, and asking that grid impact statements be submitted with applications for new data centers before they are approved. She also said that the council would like
that NextEra Energy has not completed a project before in Virginia and said they were concerned about the community engagement process they would include in their efforts. PJM Planning Senior Manager Sami Abdulsalam said that NextEra was a highly credible company and that it was “well capable and qualified” to undertake a project of this nature. The cost estimate for the portion of line that would run between the planned Aspen substation near Leesburg through western Loudoun and West Virginia to a substation north of Winchester on the Virginia/West Virginia border is $71.72 million. Senior Engineer at PJM Hamad Ahmed said the projected in-service date for that project is June 1, 2027. PJM’s Board of Managers will vote on whether or not to approve the proposals at a meeting Dec. 11. n
a greater share of cost of the transmission lines to be paid by the data center industry. “All that cost [for new transmission lines] is then put onto the ratepayer. We’re the ones who have to pay for all this additional infrastructure which amounts to a massive subsidy for the industry,” she said. In a legal notice Dominion published in the Fauquier Times on Oct. 25, the company published cost effects for electric customers were they to move forward with what is labeled as “Plan B” out of five options for the company to pursue in its 2023 Integrated Resource Plan. The company estimates Plan B will have the monthly bill of a Virginia residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month to be $243.20 by 2035—an increase of $127.02 over the May 1, 2020 cost. Bolthouse said residents can become involved in a variety of ways. First by submitting comments to the PJM Board of Managers vote Dec. 11. Comments were due by Dec. 4. She also said residents should alert their local representatives that the issue was important to them and encourage the Board of Supervisors to adopt a Zoning Ordinance that limits the number of data centers approved in the county. The Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing on the county’s new Zoning Ordinance Dec. 13. She warned that they were in for a long fight. “This is not something we’re going to fix in six months,” she said. n
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Getting ZOR Across the Finish Line: What’s Next BY MAURA WALSH-COPELAND
Trophies and medals give recognition for an achievement like running a marathon. Who deserves one for getting the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite across the finish line? County staff, Planning Commission, supervisors? Sure. But so do many stakeholder organizations and all the residents who provided public input in the past four years for the marathon called “ZOR.” Much has been accomplished in the new Zoning Ordinance over four years. Although no stakeholder group got everything they wanted, everyone got some of what they asked for. There are still some zoning inconsistencies and challenges identified by citizens, stakeholders and advisory groups that have not been addressed in the final text. These holdover challenges are planned for future Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments, some of which may not be resolved for several more years. Therefore, it is very important for stakeholders and residents to provide input at the Dec. 13 public hearing to address the prioritization of all the issues not addressed or completed during the ZOR before the board’s discussion in January. In June, the Planning Commission gave a short list of holdover issues, with the top two projects listed as 1) Data Center polices and standards and 2) western Loudoun (rural) use standards. To ensure issues are not overlooked, a more comprehensive list has been compiled for stakeholders, advisory groups, and citizens to identify the full list of issues not addressed or completed during the past 10 years.
Guest column Just last week, I was asked why some issues were not addressed in ZOR. My answer was to remember that shortly after the start of ZOR in 2020, we had a worldwide pandemic. There were also staff leadership turnovers in the past four years that impacted continuity. Regarding data center issues, there were several regulation changes made in ZOR for improved protection for residents (e.g., setbacks, noise, landscaping). However, some changes to refine appropriate locations for data center require a Comprehensive Plan Amendment before zoning can be changed. The board has requested the staff plan to do both concurrently, likely as the top priority. Regarding western Loudoun unaddressed issues, there was ongoing confusion about the 2019 board direction to, “leave the west alone.” Some planning commissioners and board members felt that it meant, “don’t change residential density.” Others (including some staff members and industry reps) interpreted it as, “don’t address or change any regulations for anything.” This resulted in a large volume of ZOR public input not being acted on. Although text had been drafted in 2021 and 2023 for rural use standards and was in discussion, the Planning Commission received misinformation in April, resulting in several misunderstandings. With insufficient time to resolve, the list of items outstanding since ~2014 was pushed to a future Zoning Ordinance amendment for separate review. Luckily, the Virginia ABC’s Office of Legal
Counsel in Richmond has clarified some of the misinformation, which will be shared during future discussions. The other question I’m often asked is whether the top holdover priorities are in the correct order. Although subject to opinion, I would say, yes, they are. A key factor that the two top priority projects—Data Center and western Loudoun rural use regulations—have in common are that they were both approved about 10 years ago as “by-right” uses without any regulation guardrails for the protection of nearby residential properties. We all rely on data transmission and benefit from the tax benefits data centers provide to the county, but residents in the east have objected to the building and noise encroachment in residential areas. The highlighted issues of electricity and energy requirements will also impact residential properties throughout the county (east and west). Residents east and west also benefit from western Loudoun rural uses for recreation and economic benefits to the county, but not without impacts to residential properties in proximity to uses without adequate setbacks, traffic, road access, noise/music and lighting mitigation. Ten years and ZOR public input have shown that consistent, scalable, equitable regulations for setbacks, noise and music, lighting, parking, road access etc. are needed—in the east and the west—to protect the social and economic well-being of private property. That’s a key purpose of zoning— balanced protection for all taxpayers—residential and business. The ZOR public input process has had a positive impact on improved public engagement opportunities beyond just the
2.5-minute speeches at public hearings by providing more direct involvement of stakeholder representatives to support more balanced and representative input. Stakeholders should request at the December public hearing that this improved engagement continue. It will also be vital for the board to instruct the staff to use the many years of public input to help expedite the future timelines. Starting public input over from scratch—not using the thousands of comments already documented by stakeholders—would require unnecessary staff time and cost. Citizens have already documented justifications for ZOR which should not be ignored. Although the ZOR marathon may soon be over, the long list of Zoning Ordinance amendments starting in 2024 will provide continued opportunities for public engagement. My advice is to stay informed and stay engaged. You can start by providing comments using the county online form or emailing your priorities to the Board at BOS@loudoun.gov. Sign up to speak at the Dec. 13 public hearing by calling call 703-777-0200. n Maura Walsh-Copeland, of. WalshCopeland Consulting, has assisted multiple advisory groups, organizations, and hundreds of constituents to provide ZOR public input as a member of the Zoning Ordinance Committee, Rural Economic Development Council ZOR Ad hoc, Loudoun County Homeowners and Condominium Association, LCPCC Executive Committee, Hillsboro Preservation Foundation, and as an LTV and NVCT conservation easement holder.
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Providing A Leg Up It might be easy to say that when Dr. Claude Moore set up his estate as a charitable foundation 36 years ago, neither he nor anyone else could have imagined the significant and lasting impact it would have. As the foundation this year surpasses $100 million in community giving, it is difficult to adequately quantify the number of lives that have been touched—and improved—because of his vision and the thoughtful stewardship of those he trusted to carry it out. Many of the resulting programs are hard to miss; he certainly wasn’t opposed to having his name on things. But his reach goes far beyond those cornerstones. It is the contributions to the literacy council, the food pantry, the education foundation, the arts center, the employment program, and dozens of other communitybased endeavors that were—and continue to be—gamechangers for their outreach.
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With an eye to supporting innovation and promoting long-term sustainability, the foundation’s leaders have played a vital role in helping Loudoun’s nonprofits provide a “leg up” to those in need, as Dr. Moore hoped they would. The $100 million is an achievement to be celebrated, but it is not a finish line. In Dr. Moore’s final years, philanthropic circles were celebrating the fact that an endowment created by Benjamin Franklin was still generating community benefits 200 years after his death. That did get his attention. And if successful in meeting his goal to surpass Franklin in that venture, Dr. Moore’s foundation will continue making an impact in the year 2187 and beyond. In that context, the foundation’s work has only begun. n
Bypassing Workplace Democracy Editor: With little fanfare or public knowledge, the Loudoun County School Board is about to vote on rules for collective bargaining that will allow for a minority of teachers to dictate whether they want to be represented by a union and by whom they want to be represented. On Dec. 12, a lame-duck School Board is set to vote on the rules for collective bargaining—a process that was approved by legislation passed in the General Assembly three years ago. To be clear, this process and this vote are not in the best interest of parents or students. Voters should know that studies on collective bargaining show that this process has a significant impact on student learning. First, according to Loudoun County’s own estimates, collective bargaining will divert $3.5 million in taxpayer dollars from teacher salaries and educational resources to fund union workers whose sole job will be to represent the union. Once the bargaining unit is in power, the pressure will be to drive resources away from all other educational needs to fund ever-higher teacher salaries. Keep in mind that Loudoun County teachers already have an average salary
that is 46 percent higher than the national average and is the second highest in the commonwealth. Second, collective bargaining will limit the ability of schools to innovate or adjust their methods as the unions will dictate how and when teachers will work and under what conditions they will work. Third, studies show that collective bargaining will increase absenteeism and protect poor-performing teachers from facing discipline or removal. Have we all forgotten about the building full of teachers in New York City who couldn’t be fired so they sat in an empty office building collecting their salaries? The draft of the collective bargaining rules for Loudoun County Public Schools would remove the 50 percent threshold that is typically required to approve a bargaining unit. This means that no bargaining and no bargaining unit could be chosen unless half of the employees being represented affirmatively vote in favor of said representation. Removing this threshold is no small matter. The 50 percent threshold is based on a long-standing workplace democratic principle that decisions as great as representation should require a majority of workers to approve. The unions seeking to represent the teachers are also fighting to keep votes
that are more than two years old—many of whom may no longer be employed by Loudoun County Public Schools, or who may no longer be in favor of collective bargaining. A vote this important should require a timely election by current employees, over half of whom must approve before any representation can be chosen. Are the unions worried they don’t have enough current votes and thus want to lower the bar for approval and count outdated ballots? Shame. Loudoun County teachers already have significant employee protections and higher-than-average salaries. The rush to have the current school board, none of whom will be returning in the new session, decide on the rules for collective bargaining makes no sense. This school board should table any action on collective bargaining until a new board is in place. If they feel they must act, removing the 50 percent threshold would be an insult in a state that prides itself as a leader in the right-to-work and workplace freedoms. — Derrick A. Max, Round Hill Thomas Jefferson Institute for Public Policy
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More power lines are coming. What’s your view? Put them •• 47.4% underground Stop approving new •• 25.8% data centers Only use existing •• 15.9% utility corridors We need them •• 10.9% build them THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:
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Udvar-Hazy Center Celebrates 20 Years BY NORMAN K. STYER
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Editor: I’m responding to the letter about “social justice” policies that supported this agenda and even promoted increasing its reach. A pretty name does not guarantee a successful, unbiased policy. “Social justice” policies under different names have existed for decades. They promote double standards of behavior, prosecution and enforcement for select groups. First of all, this contradicts our justice policy here in the U.S. Lady Justice is portrayed with a blindfold and scales for a reason. They represent impartiality for a person’s appearance and lack of bias in the court’s decisions. That’s the policy in this country, and it’s codified in our laws. And second, we must judge these policies on their results. The result of “social justice” policies across the board is more crime from the select groups. That’s true in every city in which it has become a policy. I grew up in Washington, DC, and have been assaulted over a dozen times by members of the “protected” groups. No one was even charged. That’s an example of the results of these policies. — James Sivard, Leesburg
Since the Smithsonian’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center opened to the public on Dec. 15, 2003, more than 24 million people have visited. On Saturday, the museum celebrated its 20th anniversary with a host of special activities. The museum annex was created to make display space for items in the Smithsonian Museum’s extensive collection that could not be included at the main Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Among those attending the event was Udvar-Hazy, the self-made billionaire who immigrated to the United States from Soviet-occupied Hungray as a child and who is credited with building the aircraft leasing industry. He donated $60 million to establish the annex of the Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum at Dulles Airport. He was asked which exhibit was his favorite. “They are all my favorites. That’s like asking a dad which of your children or grandchildren do you like the most. Each of them has a place in history. Each of them has a place in changing aviation and aerospace. Obviously, the SR-71, the Space Shuttle—I kinda like the Super Constellation back there, but that is a childhood thing,” he said. “I think
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A tour group views the Space Shuttle Discovery during the 20th anniversary celebration of the opening of the Smithsonian’s Udvar-Hazy Center at Dulles Airport.
everything here has a significant meaning if you dig into it. I hope all of you enjoy the variety, the kaleidoscope of what’s here.” He and others are looking forward to the continuing expansion of the center. “It’s going to grow it is not going to remain static. It’s going to grow with the number of exhibits and artifacts,” he said. Among the highlights of the special anniversary activities was the opening of the museum’s Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hanger for public tours. Inside that complex, visitors got a look at how the museum’s displays are created and a preview of some of the new items soon to be on display both at the Dulles campus and at the main museum downtown. Those included a X-15 rocket airplane, first of three built and one of two still exist-
ing. The experiential aircraft was the first to reach speeds of Mach 4, 5 and 6. There also is an engineering mockup of Mariner 9, the last of nine spacecraft that were designed to transmit close range images of Mars starting in 1965. The 52-yearold artifact will be included in the Futures of Space gallery at the main museum next spring. Crews also are working to restore the Martin B-26 Marauder Flak Bait, which flew a record 206 missions of Europe during World War II. The Udvar-Hazy Center, located off Rt. 28 just south of Dulles Airport, is open every day except Christmas from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission if free. There is a $15 parking fee. n
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TUFTED RECLINER $399
ACCENT CHAIR $399 VALERIE SOFA $499
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OXFORD QUEEN BED JUST $669; King $1039 Available in three finishes, Peppercorn (shown), Whiskey and Black. Set includes bed, dresser, mirror and night stand.
GLENMORE 9-PIECE SET NOW $3899 Decorative metal accents and a weathered finish define this Modern Farmhouse collection. Includes table, six chairs, buffet and display cabinet, reg. $5061. Discounted pieces sold separately.
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