Falls Church public meetings in 2022

Historical Commission

The Falls Church Historical Commission will meet to discuss several items, including adopting an electronic participation policy, recognizing the Tinner Hill Historic Area, planning for the city's 75th anniversary, and revising transitional zoning in the N Washington Street corridor. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5:00pm on October 27.

• Motion to adopt Resolution TR22-01 Electronic Participation Policy
• Tinner Hill Historic Area Recognition
• Steering Committee on 75th Anniversary of the City
• Revision of Transitional Zoning in N Washington Street Corridor

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council will discuss and potentially approve a draft recommendation to the City Council for adoption of a Public Art Policy. Members will also review the updated strategic plan and assign small work groups for 2023 action steps. The meeting includes approval of minutes from October and November 2022.

• Draft recommendation to City Council on Public Art Policy adoption
• Review of updated Strategic Plan
• Assignment of small work groups for 2023 action steps
• Approval of minutes from October and November 2022 meetings

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold hearings on six property assessment appeals (cases 054-22AB, 055-22AB, 007-22AB, 047-22AB, 016-22AB, and 006-22AB). The meeting is open to the public, and written comments can be submitted by email until 4:00 p.m. on December 14, 2022.

• Hearings for six property assessment appeals: 054-22AB, 055-22AB, 007-22AB, 047-22AB, 016-22AB, 006-22AB
• Public comments accepted via email until 4:00 p.m. on December 14, 2022

The Board of Equalization heard two real estate assessment appeals and voted to keep both original assessments unchanged. Several other cases on the agenda were settled with the Assessor’s Office prior to the hearing.

• Maintained 2022 assessment of $1,134,000 for 422 S. Washington St. (Unanimous)
• Maintained 2022 assessment of $780,000 for 502 W. Broad St. #208 (3-1)

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from September and October, hear a Recreation Director's report, and discuss next steps for the Fellows Property park project under old business. Public comments are accepted until 7 p.m. on the meeting date. The agenda is largely routine, with the Fellows Property discussion being the only substantive item.

• Minutes for approval: September 14 and October 12, 2022
• Recreation Director's report
• Park projects – Fellows Property next steps
• Public comments accepted via email until 7 p.m. December 14, 2022

The board unanimously approved the minutes from September 14 and October 12, 2022. Members discussed upcoming park improvements, staffing updates, and the estimated three-year timeline for the Fellows Property project.

• Approved September 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in person with online access to review draft minutes from prior meetings, a draft 2023 legislative agenda, and collection, circulation, and book sale statistics. The agenda lists eight items, but the specific details are in linked documents. This is a regular business meeting with no major decisions apparent from the agenda text.

• Draft 2023 legislative agenda
• Collection statistics
• Circulation statistics
• Book sale and memorial statistics
• Draft minutes from November 2022 meetings

The Board approved the 2023 legislative agenda, which includes a request for $2.5M in state aid. Members discussed priorities for the FY2024 budget and potential changes to library operating hours. The Board also approved minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved 2023 Legislative Agenda including $2.5M state aid request
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved November 9, 2022 Strategic Planning Pre-Retreat minutes
• Approved November 15, 2022 Strategic Planning Retreat minutes
• Appointed Jess Labukas as temporary representative to Arts and Humanities Council

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is interviewing candidates for vacancies and reappointments to several boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission, Historical Commission, and Retirement Board. The committee will also consider reappointment requests for current Planning Commission members.

• Interview new applicant Peter Kien for Planning Commission (term 01/01/23–12/31/26)
• Interview new applicant Steve Hicks for Historical Commission (term 09/01/22–08/31/25)
• Interview new applicant Mathann Jackson for Retirement Board (term 05/01/22–04/30/25)
• Reappointment requests for Robert Puentes and Cory Weiss to Planning Commission (terms 01/01/23–12/31/26)
• Planning Commission has 4 applicants for 2 expiring terms and 1 vacancy

The committee interviewed three new applicants for the Planning Commission, Historical Commission, and Retirement Board. The committee held a closed session to discuss prospective candidates before adjourning. No final appointment decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved electronic participation of Ms. Connelly (2-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss prospective candidates (3-0)
• Certified that only lawful exempt business was discussed in closed session (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission will hold its regular meeting, including elections for a new chair and vice chair, a housing update from staff, and continued discussion on T-Zone messaging. The meeting also includes a housing data presentation and an award for affordable housing advocacy.

• New Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Housing Update by staff Brenden Woodley & Kayleen Mark
• Housing Data presentation by Commissioner Meredith Anderson
• Steve Sprague Housing Champion Award for Affordable Housing Advocacy
• Continued Discussion on T-Zone Messaging

The Commission elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair and approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. Members discussed updates on homeownership programs, ADUs, and the VA Village project. The Commission also began discussing goals for 2023 and the Steve Sprague Housing Champion Award.

• Approved Nov 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Elected Meredith Anderson as Chair
• Elected Jordan Hicks as Vice-Chair

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold hearings on three assessment appeals (050-22AB, 060-22AB, 063-22AB). Public comments may be submitted by email until 4:00 p.m. on December 12, 2022. The meeting is open virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Hearing on appeal 050-22AB
• Hearing on appeal 060-22AB
• Hearing on appeal 063-22AB

The Board of Equalization heard appeals for two properties and voted to maintain the original 2022 assessments for both. The board also noted plans to update its Rules and Regulations in early 2023.

• Approved 2022 assessment of $37,301,900 for 450 N. Washington St. (3-0)
• Approved 2022 assessment of $917,700 for 311 Hillwood Ave. (2-1)
• Set assessment for 814 Park Avenue at $1,651,100

Board of Equalization

The Falls Church Board of Equalization will hold hearings on three property assessment appeals (cases 036-22AB, 004-22AB, and 023-22AB) during its December 8, 2022 meeting. The meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams, with public comments accepted until 4:00 p.m. on December 7, 2022.

• 036-22AB Hearing
• 004-22AB Hearing
• 023-22AB Hearing
• Public comments due by 4:00 p.m. on December 7, 2022
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams

The Board of Equalization heard three real estate assessment appeals. It approved a modified assessment for the Hilton Gardens Inn and upheld the existing assessment for 206 Buxton Road. One case was resolved via a City adjustment prior to the hearing.

• Approved modified 2022 assessment of $13,642,400 for Hilton Gardens Inn (4-0)
• Upheld 2022 assessment of $1,149,000 for 206 Buxton Road after a motion to lower it failed (2-2)
• Case for 150 S Washington St resolved by appellant acceptance of City's adjustment

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is open to the public, and comments can be submitted by email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The meeting was held to discuss the scheduling of items for the City Council's agenda. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded.

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, hear a staff report on the Byron special exception amendment, and receive updates on the Little City Gift Card and the Parklet ARPA project. Public comments are accepted until December 5th.

• Byron Special Exception Amendment – staff report
• Little City Gift Card update
• Parklet ARPA project update
• Holiday Tree Lighting event recap

The EDA approved a $35,000 loan from its operating funds to supplement the Little City Gift Card program, to be reimbursed via ARPA funds in spring 2023. The board also voted to generally support requested changes to the Byron Special Exception Amendment regarding leasing and use restrictions.

• Approved November minutes (Unanimous)
• Voted to generally support requested changes to Byron Voluntary Concessions
• Approved $35,000 loan from EDA operating funds to Little City Gift Card program (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is holding a meeting to conduct hearings on four property assessment appeals (cases 006-22AB, 007-22AB, 054-22AB, and 055-22AB). The agenda includes only these hearings and standard procedural items; no other business is listed.

• Hearing on appeal 006-22AB
• Hearing on appeal 007-22AB
• Hearing on appeal 054-22AB
• Hearing on appeal 055-22AB

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will review several city initiatives including the status of the Gift Card Program and a holiday lighting event at Founders Row. The committee will also discuss the East End Small Area Plan following a recent community meeting.

• Status of Gift Card Program
• Review of Festive Holiday Lighting Event at Founders Row
• East End Small Area Plan recap
• Business Around Town staff report on commercial leasing and new business openings

The committee discussed the status of the gift card program and the holiday lighting event at Founders Row. Members reviewed the East End Small Area Plan and a staff report on commercial leasing and new business openings. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold a meeting to hear a single appeal case, 057-22AB. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of a call to order and roll call. Public comments may be submitted in advance.

• Hearing of appeal case 057-22AB

The Board of Equalization heard two property tax appeals, maintaining the assessment for one property and closing another due to withdrawal. The Board also established new administrative procedures for communication with the Assessor's Office and timelines for meeting minutes.

• Maintained 2022 assessment of $954,500 for 114 N Fairfax St. (4-0)
• Closed case #056-22AB for 703 Lincoln Ave as withdrawn (4-0)
• Set 5 business days as the standard for BOE requests to the Assessor's Office
• Established goal to complete meeting minutes within 10 business days of a meeting

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed. Public comments may be submitted to the city clerk.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The meeting was held to discuss scheduling items for the City Council's agenda. The participants reviewed dates for regular sessions, work sessions, and committee meetings through February 2023. No substantive policy decisions were made.

Board of Equalization

The Falls Church Board of Equalization is meeting to hold hearings on four property assessment appeals (cases 031-22AB, 032-22AB, 035-22AB, and 024-22AB). The meeting is open to the public, with virtual access via Microsoft Teams and written comments accepted until 1pm on the meeting day.

• Hearing for appeal 031-22AB
• Hearing for appeal 048-22AB
• Hearing for appeal 035-22AB
• Hearing for appeal 024-22AB

The Board of Equalization heard two real estate assessment appeals. One property assessment was reduced by $37,000, while another assessment remained unchanged. Two other scheduled case hearings were withdrawn.

• Reduced 2022 assessment for 214 E. Columbia St. to $1,322,700 (3-1)
• Maintained 2022 assessment for 500 Greenwich St. at $644,700 (3-1)
• Case 031-22AB (6960 Birch St.) withdrawn
• Case 048-22AB (216 Great Falls St.) withdrawn

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold a meeting to conduct hearings on three property assessment appeals (cases 030-22AB, 066-22AB, and 020-22AB). The agenda is otherwise procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• 030-22AB Hearing
• 066-22AB Hearing
• 020-22AB (agenda item)

The Board of Equalization reviewed three property assessment appeals. One assessment was reduced to a split difference between the city and owner, one was set at the assessor's recommended level, and one remained unchanged.

• Set 711 Poplar Drive assessment to $834,600 (3-0)
• Set 1112 N Sycamore St. assessment to $627,600 (3-0)
• Confirmed 814 Park Ave assessment at $1,651,100 (3-0)
• Affirmed policy to hear and adjudicate cases even when appellants do not attend

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will meet to approve minutes from October and a strategic planning session, hold a round table discussion, and discuss strategic goals. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed.

• Approve minutes from October 20 meeting
• Approve minutes from October 29 strategic planning meeting
• Round table discussion
• Discussion of strategic goals

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider one variance application and to approve prior meeting minutes. The main item is a request by the property owners at 621 Laura Drive for a reduced rear setback to build a screened porch. The board will decide whether to grant the variance, which is the only substantive matter on the agenda.

• Variance application V1634-22 by Nisha and Pradeep Sensharma for a rear setback of 28.12 feet instead of 40 feet at 621 Laura Drive (RPC #52-604-009, zoned R-1A)
• Approval of July 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved a variance to allow a rear setback of 28.12 feet instead of 40 feet for a screened porch. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from July 14, 2022.

• Approved Variance Application V1634-22 for a screened porch within the footprint of the existing deck at 621 Laura Drive (5-0)
• Approved July 14, 2022, meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet to discuss various community service topics. The agenda includes discussions on the Community Services Fund timeline, the Community Services Board, and the Marcus Alert.

• Community Services Fund timeline discussion
• Community Services Board update
• Marcus Alert update
• HSAC schedule and goal setting

The council approved the October 20, 2022 meeting minutes and coordinated the FY2024 Community Services Fund grant timeline. Members agreed to invite all applicants to give presentations during the January 12 meeting.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Agreed to invite all Community Services Fund applicants for presentations
• Agreed to start the Community Services Fund application process in October moving forward
• Scheduled Community Services Fund presentations for January 12, 2022, at 6:00 PM

Board of Equalization

The Falls Church Board of Equalization is meeting to hear two assessment appeals, items 039-22AB and 043-22AB. The meeting will be held in the Oak Room 207E with virtual access via Microsoft Teams.

• 039-22AB Hearing
• 043-22AB Hearing

The Board of Equalization heard two property assessment appeals for the 2022 tax year. One assessment was reduced based on uniformity and quality adjustments, while another was maintained at its original value.

• Reduced assessment for 603 Timber Lane to $1,415,000 (3-0)
• Maintained assessment for 126 Haycock Rd. C-4 at $318,300 (3-0)

Public Utilities Commission

The Public Utilities Commission is holding its November meeting as a field trip to review three stormwater project sites in Falls Church. Members will travel by van, with public stops at each location, then return to City Hall for public comment and open discussion. The agenda is primarily a site inspection rather than a decision-making session.

• Field review of Hillwood #1 stormwater project at 702 Hillwood Avenue
• Field review of Trammel Branch 1 at intersection of W&OD Trail and Little Falls Road
• Field review of Greening of Lincoln at intersection of Great Falls St and Lincoln Ave
• Public comments accepted via email until 4pm day before meeting
• Next meeting planned for December 21, 2022

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed Transition Zone (T-Zone) ordinance amendment, including public comments and staff reports. The commission will also receive updates and consider future items like green infrastructure standards and urban forestry code changes.

• Public comments on T-Zone Ordinance Amendment
• Proposed Transition Zone Ordinance Amendment with staff report and attachments
• Discussion of Green Infrastructure Standards
• Urban Forestry Management Plan update
• Urban Forestry Code Changes

The Commission reviewed a proposed Transition Zone Ordinance Amendment and agreed to draft a letter to the Planning Commission. The letter will address canopy coverage, set-back amounts, and the reduction of the 80% lot footprint maximum.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Agreed to draft letter to Planning Commission regarding T-Zone Ordinance canopy coverage, set-backs, and lot footprint

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees will meet in person and online to review the draft 2023 legislative agenda, approve the October 19 meeting minutes, and examine collection, circulation, and book sale statistics. The agenda lists these items but provides no further details.

• Draft 2023 Legislative Agenda
• Draft Meeting Minutes from October 19, 2022
• Collection Statistics
• Circulation Statistics
• Book Sale and Memorial Statistics

The Board of Trustees approved the October 19, 2022 meeting minutes and unanimously elected Patrick Cronin as Vice Chair. The Board received presentations on strategic planning, the budget process, and staffing levels.

• Approved October 19, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Elected Patrick Cronin as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting for a strategic planning retreat. They will review findings from community surveys, benchmarks, and demographic data to discuss the library's vision and future priorities. The meeting is in person with an online option via Microsoft Teams.

• Review of strategic planning findings and agenda book
• Supplemental demographic information
• Fall 2022 benchmark data
• Community survey results (edited)
• Vision voting exercise for community

The Board of Trustees and staff participated in a strategic planning retreat led by consultants from Re-Thinking Libraries. The session focused on discussing the Findings Book review and identifying values and priorities to guide future initiatives. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold a meeting to hear three property assessment appeals. The agenda includes only these hearings and standard procedural items. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• 009-22AB Hearing
• 034-22AB Hearing
• 051-22AB Hearing

The Board of Equalization heard three property assessment appeals for the 2022 tax year. The Board upheld one assessment and granted reductions for two properties based on land adjustments and comparable sales data.

• Maintained $797,800 assessment for 815 Lincoln Ave (unanimous)
• Reduced assessment for 507 E. Columbia St to $2,848,900 (4-0)
• Reduced assessment for 513 W. Broad St Unit #405 to $597,800 (4-0)

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to canvass the results of the November 8, 2022 election. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and items from the Electoral Board and Director of Elections. This is a routine post-election procedural meeting.

• Canvass of election results
• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes
• Electoral Board/Director of Elections items

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board will meet to review the June 30, 2022 actuarial valuation for the Basic, Police, and OPEB plans, hear the third quarter 2022 investment performance review, and consider adopting the 2023 work plan. They will also discuss the FY24 administrative fee budget, investment policy revisions, and updates on the OPEB legal structure and benefit administration RFP. Public comments are accepted until 6:30 PM on the meeting day.

• June 30, 2022 Actuarial Valuation presentation by Segal Consulting (action)
• Third Quarter 2022 Investment Performance Review by AndCo Consulting (informational)
• 2023 Work Plan adoption (action)
• CFC FY24 administrative fee budget allocation and staffing benchmark (action)
• Investment Policy Statement revisions (action)

Board of Equalization

The Falls Church Board of Equalization will hold a meeting on November 10, 2022, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM in the Laurel Room at 300 Park Avenue, with virtual access via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes hearings on four property assessment appeals (cases 05-22AB, 013-22AB, 017-22AB, and 018-22AB). Public comments may be submitted by email until 4:00 PM on November 9, 2022.

• Hearing on assessment appeal 05-22AB
• Hearing on assessment appeal 013-22AB
• Hearing on assessment appeal 017-22AB
• Hearing on assessment appeal 018-22AB

The Board of Equalization heard three property assessment appeals, upholding two original valuations and reducing one. The board also accepted a withdrawal of an appeal for 1001 Sycamore Street.

• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for 1001 Sycamore St (unanimous)
• Rejected appeal for 444 W. Broad St. Unit #528; assessment stands at $550,100 (3-1)
• Reduced assessment for 1313 Seaton Lane from $862,100 to $855,000 (3-1)
• Confirmed assessment for 111 Tinner Hill Road at $230,300 (4-0)

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to canvass election results, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss items with the Director of Elections. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment and announcements also scheduled.

• Canvass of election results
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Electoral Board/Director of Elections items

The Electoral Board canvassed general election results and approved the counting of 121 provisional ballots. The board also formally restated the delegation of specific duties to the Director of Elections / General Registrar.

• Approved counting 121 of 122 provisional ballots (unanimous)
• Restated delegation of officer training and campaign finance duties to Director of Elections / General Registrar (unanimous)
• Canvassed and added 43 late-received absentee ballots to totals

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor meets with City Council staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. It is open to the public, and public comments may be submitted by email. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The meeting was held to discuss the scheduling of items for the City Council's agenda. The only formal action taken was the approval of electronic participation for one council member.

• Approved electronic participation by Ms. Lian (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a pre-retreat meeting to discuss strategic planning materials, including findings from a strategic retreat and fall 2022 benchmarks. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Review of Strategic Retreat Findings and Agenda Book
• Fall 2022 Benchmarks report

The Board of Trustees met for a strategic planning pre-retreat. Consultants from Re-Thinking Libraries presented an analysis of survey data, community sessions, and visual voting pop-up sessions. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is meeting to interview new applicants and consider reappointments for several city boards and commissions. The committee will hear from candidates for the Human Services Advisory Council, Historic Architecture Review Board, and Planning Commission, and will review appointment requests for other advisory bodies. This is a routine personnel and appointments meeting, not a legislative session.

• New applicant Jeffrey Person for Human Services Advisory Council (term 03/01/21–02/28/24)
• New applicant Tiffany Morris for Historic Architecture Review Board (term 02/01/21–01/31/25)
• New applicant Gene Gresko for Planning Commission (term 01/01/23–12/31/26; 2 vacancies, 1 expiring term)
• Appointment request: Brian Fowler as Schools Rep. on Solid Waste Management Plan Advisory Committee (term ending 07/30/24)
• Reappointments: Sandra Kiersz (Economic Development Authority), Keith Bartlett (Board of Zoning Appeals), Shirley Connuck (Towing Advisory Board), Meredith Anderson (Housing Commission)

The committee interviewed three new applicants and reviewed several appointment and reappointment requests. The committee entered a closed session to discuss prospective candidates before reconvening in open session.

• Interviewed Jeffrey Person for Human Services Advisory Council
• Interviewed Tiffany Morris for Historic Architecture Review Board
• Interviewed Gene Gresko for Planning Commission
• Entered closed session to discuss candidates (3-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission meets in person with a virtual option to approve FY23 Affordable Dwelling Unit rents and homeownership sales prices, hear updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and review housing goals. The agenda also includes introducing new commissioners and recognizing a housing champion.

• Approval of FY23 ADU rents and homeownership sales prices
• Amazon 2 Homeownership Program update by NHP Foundation
• Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund update
• Affordable Dwelling Unit and housing update
• Introduction of new commissioners Justine Underhill and Grayson Timoner

The Commission approved the rent and sales price charts for Affordable Dwelling Units (ADU) for fiscal year 2023. Members also received updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and the Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund.

• Approved FY 23 ADU rents and homeownership sales prices (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the Oct 11, 2022 meeting

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, a Group Home Manager's Report, and new business items. The committee will consider a scholarship application and receive an update on the Trauma Informed Spaces Grant. Public comments may be submitted by email until 6:00 p.m. on the meeting date.

• Approval of minutes
• Group Home Manager's Report
• Scholarship Application
• Trauma Informed Spaces Grant update

The committee approved a scholarship renewal and reviewed a report on staffing gaps and resident needs. Members discussed future fundraising events, internship program refocusing, and holiday resources for residents.

• Approved July 19, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Approved scholarship renewal

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes, appoint election officers, and finalize plans for the November 8 general election. The agenda also includes public comment and routine administrative items.

• Appoint officers of election
• Plan for November 8 general election
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes, appoint election officers, and finalize plans for the November 8 general election. The agenda is largely procedural, covering standard election administration tasks.

• Appoint officers of election
• Plan for November 8 general election
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period

The Board approved the October 4 meeting minutes and reviewed staffing, early voting data, and the election timeline. Members discussed legislative priorities for 2023 and held a closed session regarding a personnel issue.

• Approved October 4 minutes with corrections
• Entered closed session to discuss an officer of election HR issue
• Certified closed session compliance via roll call vote (3-0)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

The Falls Church City Council is holding a virtual agenda meeting with staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. The meeting is open to the public, and public comments may be submitted by email. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov
• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting to discuss several economic development items, including a referral from City Council on the East End Small Area Plan, an update on the Yiftee program, and a project update on the Parklet ARPA. The board will also consider a request for up to $750 for Art Walk ID plaques/decals and address any board member issues.

• East End Small Area Plan referral by City Council
• Yiftee program update
• Parklet ARPA project update
• Request for up to $750 for Art Walk ID plaques/decals
• Approval of September 6, 2022 minutes

The Economic Development Authority voted to support the East End Small Area Plan and approved funding for public art identification. The board also changed its future meeting location and received updates on ARPA-funded projects.

• Supported staff's efforts with the East End Small Area Plan (7-0)
• Approved up to $2,000 for Art Walk ID plaques/decals
• Voted unanimously to move future meetings to Viget offices in George Mason Square
• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed action on sidewalk public improvements pending further inventory

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will review action steps submitted by member organizations and discuss prioritizing five strategic goals with a five-year timeline. Topics include hiring a consultant for a communications plan, the FCAH liaison role, and the Public Art Manager position.

• Review of action steps for each strategic goal from member organizations
• Discussion on prioritizing 5 strategic goals and creating a 5-year timeline
• Advocating for a one-time consultant to create a communications plan including website overhaul and social media
• Discussion of Corey's position as FCAH liaison
• Discussion of Public Art Manager

The Council reviewed five strategic goals and incorporated comments from member Ron Anzalone. The committee finalized recommendations for action steps and assigned timelines for each. The final document will be sent for review and approval at the November meeting.

• Finalized recommendations for strategic plan action steps and timelines

City Council Committee: Legislative

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee will review the Virginia Municipal League's approved positions and the city's 2022 legislative program to prepare 2023 updates. They will also discuss a proposed 2023 Charter Amendment Resolution and its schedule, plan a meet-and-greet with the VA delegation, and set the committee's meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, focusing on planning and review rather than final decisions.

• Review VML approved legislative positions and policy statements
• Review City's 2022 Legislative Program for 2023 updates
• Proposed schedule: Nov 21 work session and Nov 28 adoption for legislative program
• Review 2023 Charter Amendment Resolution content and schedule
• Plan VA Delegation meet and greet

The committee reviewed the City's 2022 Legislative Program for 2023 updates and the 2023 Charter Amendment Resolution. Proposed dates for a work session (Nov 21st) and adoption (Nov 28th) were discussed. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Founders Row development, including the theatre lease and ground-floor buildouts, as well as plans for the festive holiday lighting event. They will also consider a zoning amendment at Byron regarding retail service restrictions and receive a staff report on commercial leasing and new business openings. The meeting is open to the public virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Update on Festive Holiday Lighting Event at Founders Row on 11/28
• Status of theatre lease and ground-floor buildouts at Founders Row
• Demolition schedule for rug/drug buildings at Founders 2
• Public comment opportunity at Planning Commission meeting 11/2 at 7:30pm on transitional zones
• Staff update on SE amendment at Byron re: retail service restriction

The committee met to receive updates on holiday lighting, Founders Row leasing and demolition, and commercial leasing reports. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Historical Commission

The Falls Church Historical Commission is meeting to consider adopting an electronic participation policy, discuss the Tinner Hill Historic Sub-Layer, and receive a presentation on the East End Small Area Plan jointly with the Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB). Public comments can be submitted until 5:00pm on November 27.

• Motion to adopt Resolution TR22-01 Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion of Tinner Hill Historic Sub-Layer
• East End Small Area Plan Presentation (joint with HARB at 7:30 PM)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold hearings on three cases (028-22AB, 058-22AB, 027-22AB) where property owners are contesting their real estate assessments. This is a routine quasi-judicial proceeding for residents who have appealed their tax valuations.

• Hearing on BOE Case 028-22AB
• Hearing on BOE Case 058-22AB
• Hearing on BOE Case 027-22AB

The Board of Equalization approved assessment reductions for three neighboring townhouses after determining 2022 values were high compared to 2021 sales data. The board used one property as a reference point and applied differentials based on modernization and unit location. A motion to allow remote participation for the Chairperson was also approved.

• Approved remote participation for Chairperson Aaron Ford (4-0)
• Reduced 201 Great Falls St. assessment from $929,800 to $865,000
• Reduced 203 Great Falls St. assessment from $906,700 to $843,000
• Reduced 205 Great Falls St. assessment from $930,300 to $833,000
• Rescheduled next meeting from November 1 to November 10

Historic Architectural Review Board

The Falls Church Historic Architectural Review Board meets to hear a joint presentation on the East End Small Area Plan, consider adopting an electronic participation policy, and discuss a property at 300 Great Falls. The board will also discuss office elections. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5:00pm on October 27.

• East End Small Area Plan Presentation (joint with Historical Commission)
• Motion to Adopt Resolution TR22-01 Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion of 300 Great Falls
• Discussion of Office Elections

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council will hold a regular meeting to review the Small Area Plan with Emily Bazemore, discuss updates on the Art Walk, and consider changes to the Strategic Plan goals. The meeting includes approval of September minutes and a round table discussion.

• Review of Small Area Plan with Emily Bazemore
• Update on Art Walk
• Strategic Plan Committee Report and review of changes to Goals
• Discussion of Action Steps under Goal #1

The Arts and Humanities Council received a presentation on the East End Small Area Plan, covering history, community engagement, and development goals. No formal decisions were made on the plan. The Council approved the September meeting minutes and discussed strategic planning, including a potential part-time communications position funded by a city surplus.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Discussed strategic plan goals and action steps; committee to meet again
• Consensus to explore funding a part-time communications position from city surplus

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet in person with a virtual option to discuss new business, including next steps for a Fairfax County aging survey, updates on Welcoming Falls Church and human services programs, and recruitment/election for Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major funding or policy decisions listed.

• SHAPE-the Future of Aging survey next steps with Fairfax County
• Welcoming Falls Church update
• Human Service Programs update
• Community Services Board update
• Recruitment and election for HSAC Chair and Vice Chair

The council elected Debra Z. Roth as chair and Alisa Macht as vice chair. Members heard a presentation on aging services, a report on mental health worker shortages, and an update on housing and human services. The December meeting was cancelled.

• Approved minutes from Sept 15, 2022 meeting
• Elected Debra Z. Roth as chair and Alisa Macht as vice chair
• Cancelled December meeting

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board meets for its regular session and annual fiduciary training. Trustees will hear updates on the Basic/Police/OPEB custody and administration RFP, including a Securian recordkeeper announcement, and will take action on the Employer Plan Provisions Resolution. The meeting also includes a 45-minute fiduciary training session on defined contribution oversight.

• Basic/Police/OPEB Custody and Administration RFP update, including Securian recordkeeper business model announcement
• OPEB Trust Agreement Update (informational)
• Employer Plan Provisions Resolution (action item)
• Annual Fiduciary Training: Defined Contributions Fiduciary Oversight and Governance by Steve Scheuermann, Mission Square
• Trustee training: 68th IFEBP Conference (Oct 23-26, Las Vegas) and IFEBP New Trustee Institute Level 1 (Oct 22-24)

The Retirement Board approved a draft OPEB Plan Provision Resolution for participating employers, authorizing the chair and a trustee to finalize the documents. The board also approved electronic participation for a trustee attending virtually. Negotiations continue for a new custody and administration vendor, and annual fiduciary training was conducted.

• Approved electronic participation for Trustee Charles Collier (5-0-2)
• Approved draft OPEB Plan Provision Resolution, authorizing Chair Rydberg and Trustee Marshall to finalize (5-0-2)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to approve September minutes, hear public comments including one on City Hall Plaza, and receive staff updates on the East End Small Area Plan and Fellows Property. The main business item is discussion of the Urban Forestry Management Plan, with future topics including green infrastructure standards and code changes.

• Public comment by Charlie Lord regarding City Hall Plaza
• Staff update on East End Small Area Plan
• Staff update on Fellows Property
• Discussion of Urban Forestry Management Plan
• Future business: Green Infrastructure Standards, Urban Forestry Code Changes, Education Outreach

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed. Public comments may be submitted by email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a procedural Mayor's Agenda Meeting with Staff to plan upcoming City Council meetings. No votes or final decisions were taken; the discussion focused on scheduling items such as proclamations, ordinances, and consent agenda items for future regular sessions.

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees will meet in person with online access to discuss a draft letter regarding the Great Streets Project, along with collection, circulation, and book sale statistics. The agenda also includes approval of the September meeting minutes. Most items are routine oversight and reporting.

• Draft letter on Great Streets Project
• Collection statistics report
• Circulation statistics report
• Book sale and memorial statistics report
• Approval of September 21, 2022 draft minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved the amended Circulation of Library Materials Policy. They also heard a presentation from Bike Falls Church on safer streets and trails, and discussed drafting a letter to City Council supporting the Park Avenue Great Streets Project while preserving library parking. The board received updates on staffing, the Library Foundation's fundraising, and ongoing equity discussions.

• Approved August 17, 2022 meeting minutes with one minor correction (unanimous)
• Approved amended Circulation of Library Materials Policy (motion by Johnson, seconded by Novotny)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to adopt its rules of procedure and e-participation guidelines, elect officers (chair, vice chair, secretary), and set hearing dates for the remainder of 2022. The meeting is open to the public with virtual access via Microsoft Teams.

• Adopt Board of Equalization Rules of Procedure
• Adopt E-Participation Guidelines for board members and appellants
• Elect officers: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
• Set hearing dates through end of 2022

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation and Parks Advisory Board is meeting to discuss park projects, including final changes to Fellows Park before presenting to City Council. The board will also consider a resolution on electronic participation. Public comments are accepted until 7:00 p.m. on the meeting date.

• Fellows Park final changes and discussion before City Council presentation
• Electronic participation resolution
• Recreation Director's report
• Minutes not available for approval

The board unanimously approved the final draft of the Fellows Park Master Plan, which will be presented to the City Council on November 28. They also passed a resolution on electronic participation 5-0. Staffing challenges were noted, including recent departures and a maternity leave.

• Approved Fellows Park Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved electronic participation resolution (5-0)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed. The meeting is virtual and open to the public, with comments accepted via email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The Falls Church City Council held a virtual agenda meeting on October 12, 2022, to discuss scheduling items for upcoming meetings. No votes or final decisions were taken; the meeting was purely procedural. Topics included a work session on the Converge development plan, West Falls Senior Housing, financial reports, and several consent agenda items for October 24.

• No decisions or votes recorded; meeting was for scheduling and discussion only

Architectural Advisory Board

The Architectural Advisory Board will meet to discuss and provide feedback on the East End Small Area Plan, which covers an area bordered by Wilson Blvd., E. Broad St., and Hillwood Ave. The board will make a recommendation to City Council on the plan's ongoing development. This item is joint with the CACT and includes a presentation by Planning Staff.

• East End Small Area Plan review and recommendation
• Joint meeting with CACT
• Area includes BJ's Wholesale Club, Eden Center, Koons Ford, 24 Hour Fitness

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is meeting to interview and consider candidates for several board and commission vacancies. The committee will hear from new applicants for the Housing Commission and Library Board of Trustees, and will revisit a previously interviewed candidate for the Environmental Sustainability Council. The Housing Commission has three applicants for two terms expiring at the end of 2022, with a third term to be filled later.

• Interview new applicant Justine Underhill for Housing Commission
• Interview new applicant Jessica Labukas for Library Board of Trustees (unexpired term to 06/30/26)
• Reconsider Chris Behr for Environmental Sustainability Council (unexpired term to 02/28/23)
• Housing Commission: three applicants for two terms expiring 12/31/22; consider appointments to remainder and next term 01/01/23-12/31/25
• One additional Housing Commission term expiring 12/31/22 to be advertised; candidates considered in December or January

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee interviewed candidates for the Housing Commission and Library Board of Trustees, and discussed reappointments. No final appointments were made; the committee will consider candidates for an expiring Housing Commission term in December or January.

• Interviewed Justine Underhill for Housing Commission
• Interviewed Jessica Labukas for Library Board of Trustees (unexpired term 07/01/22-06/30/26)
• Discussed Chris Behr for Environmental Sustainability Council (previously interviewed)
• Noted three applicants for two Housing Commission terms; one additional term expiring 12/31/22 to be considered later
• Entered closed session to discuss candidates (unanimous vote)
• Reconvened in open session and certified closed session compliance (unanimous vote)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting in person to discuss proposed T-Zone changes, receive updates on the East End Small Area Plan, and hear reports on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, Affordable Dwelling Unit updates, and housing goals. The agenda also includes introducing a new Environmental Sustainability Coordinator and addressing commission membership recruitment.

• Proposed T-Zone changes presented by Jack Trainor
• Update on East End Small Area Plan by Emily Bazemore
• Amazon 2 Homeownership Program update by Mansur Abdul Malik (NHPF)
• Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund update by staff
• Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) update by staff

The Housing Commission discussed proposed updates to the T-Zone, including expanding townhouse and multifamily use, and adding environmental tree canopy requirements. Commissioners requested that the Housing Commission be added to the approval process and that properties unlikely to develop be removed from the report. No formal vote was taken on the T-Zone changes; the item was discussed only.

• Approved minutes from the Sept 13, 2022 meeting.
• Discussed proposed T-Zone changes; no decision made.
• Introduced new Environmental Sustainability Coordinator Andrew Young.
• Received update on East End Small Area Plan; commission expressed support for 10% affordable housing in perpetuity.
• Received update on Amazon 2 Homeownership Program; terms agreed except one in negotiation.
• Received update on Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund; licensing agreement and MOU being finalized.
• Received Affordable Dwelling Unit update: 2-bedroom senior and 1-bedroom non-senior units at Founders Row; waitlist of 197 renters and 23 homeownership.
• Discussed Housing Goals update; commissioners compiling AMI data and will update at next meeting.

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Falls Church City Council mayor and staff will review the council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed; the meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving minutes, appointing officers of election, and planning for the November 8 General Election. The agenda also includes public comment and other items.

• Approval of minutes
• Appoint officers of election
• Planning for November 8 General Election
• Public comment

City Council Committee: Government Operations

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee will meet to discuss diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and receive an update on employee compensation and staffing studies. The meeting is open to the public virtually and in person.

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Discussion
• Employee Compensation and Staffing Studies Update

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee met on September 27, 2022, and discussed two topics: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and an update on Employee Compensation and Staffing Studies. No votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was procedural only.

• Discussed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging — no action taken
• Discussed Employee Compensation and Staffing Studies update — no action taken

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will meet virtually to discuss new business. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding AHC Goals led by Laura.

• AHC Goals

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee is meeting virtually to receive staff updates on several ongoing economic development items. Topics include the Founders Row theatre incentive terms and roof modifications, the Founders 2 demolition/groundbreaking schedule, transitional zones, street parking policy on shared streets, festive street lighting, a zoning amendment at Byron, and a commercial leasing report. Public comments on Lawton Street parking are included.

• Staff update on Planning Commission's 9/21 consideration of MCR request for revised theatre incentive terms at Founders Row
• Theatre roof modification plans and timetable
• Founders 2 demolition/groundbreaking schedule
• Street parking policy/signage/enforcement on Westmoreland and Lawton streets
• Request for SE amendment at Byron re: retail service restriction

The Economic Development Committee received staff updates on Founders Row theatre incentive terms, demolition schedules for Founders 2, transitional zone planning, and street parking enforcement on Westmoreland and Lawton streets. No formal votes or decisions were taken; all items were discussed only.

• No decisions made; all items were discussed as staff updates

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; it is primarily an administrative planning session. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discuss Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a procedural agenda meeting with no votes taken. The Council scheduled the Sept 27 regular session to include public hearings and final consideration of the Founders Row Southeast Amendment and EDA Agreement, plus a second reading of a 6-month zoning emergency extension. Several work sessions and committee meetings were also scheduled for October.

• Scheduled Sept 27 regular session for public hearing and final consideration of Founders Row Southeast Amendment (TR22-35)
• Scheduled Sept 27 regular session for final consideration of Founders Row EDA Agreement (TR22-36)
• Scheduled Sept 27 regular session for second reading of Zoning Emergency 6-month extension (TO22-15)
• Scheduled Sept 27 regular session for appointment of Interim City Attorney
• Scheduled Sept 27 consent agenda items including purchasing resolution update, contract authorization for Trammel Branch Culvert Phase 2, vacuum truck purchase, US Dept of Interior agreement, and Sherrow Bridge FY24 IJA funding endorsement
• Scheduled Oct 11 regular session for first reading of e-summons code amendment and council salaries ordinance
• Scheduled Oct 24 regular session for final consideration of West Falls Senior Housing SESP and first reading of rent relief code update
• Scheduled Oct 24 regular session for second reading of budget amendment, e-summons ordinance, council salaries ordinance, and Wesley Tax Abatement

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being a joint session with the Public Utilities Commission to discuss stormwater management issues of mutual concern. The commission will also hear staff updates, including a public outreach initiative for spotted lanternfly, and discuss future work on green infrastructure standards and the Urban Forestry Management Plan.

• Joint meeting with Public Utilities Commission on stormwater management
• Public outreach initiative for spotted lanternfly
• Update on draft recommendations for landscaped open space/green space standards
• Discussion of Urban Forestry Management Plan process at October 19 meeting
• Future business: green infrastructure standards, urban forestry code changes

The Urban Forestry Commission held a joint meeting with the Public Utilities Commission to discuss stormwater management and tree canopy policies. The PUC presented its focus on stormwater and sewer projects, while the UFC discussed tree canopy requirements and collaboration opportunities. The August meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved the August 2022 UFC meeting minutes.
• Discussed joint issues with the Public Utilities Commission on stormwater management and tree canopy.
• Tim Roche will lead an effort to develop 52 educational tips.
• Noted that Founders II project committed to multi-tree edge planters.
• Washington Plaza contractor will provide tree replacement recommendations.
• New signage for Spotted Lanternfly education campaign was created.
• Neighborhood tree giveaway at Farmers Market will continue.

Public Utilities Commission

The Public Utilities Commission will hold a joint session with the Urban Forestry Commission to discuss stormwater management issues of mutual concern. After the joint session, the PUC will convene separately to approve minutes, discuss future meeting schedules, and hold open discussion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Joint session with Urban Forestry Commission on stormwater management
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Discussion of future meeting schedule and frequency
• Public comment period before and during meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to consider second readings of two policies: one on circulation of library materials and one on a new fines and fees schedule. The board will also review draft minutes from August 17, 2022, and receive reports on collection, circulation, and book sale statistics. The meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2022, at the library's Upper Level Floor Conference Room.

• Second reading of policy on circulation of library materials
• Second reading of new fines and fees schedule
• Draft meeting minutes from August 17, 2022
• Collection statistics report
• Circulation statistics report

The Library Board of Trustees voted to close the library on December 24, 2022, and approved the first reading of a revised circulation policy with changes. The board also discussed the Fellows Park Master Plan, summer reading programs, and strategic planning dates.

• Approved library closure on December 24, 2022 (motion by Swiney, second by Johnson)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes with minor corrections (motion by Novotny, second by Bracken)
• Approved first reading of Circulation of Library Materials policy with changes (motion by Novotny, second by Swiney)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:54 p.m. (unanimous vote)

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council is meeting to discuss the City Council Work Plan for FY 23-FY24 and establish AHC goals. The body will also review progress on the Falls Church Art Walk and an audience survey.

• City Council Work Plan for FY 23-FY24
• AHC Goals
• Falls Church Art Walk
• AEP6: Audience Survey Progress

The Arts and Humanities Council voted to draft a letter to the City Council advocating for a paid project manager for public art municipal wraps. The meeting also included updates from member organizations and a decision to schedule a separate session to discuss the council's five-year goals. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes from the August meeting
• Voted to write a letter to City Council advocating for a paid project manager for public art municipal wraps
• Scheduled a separate meeting for September 22 to discuss AHC goals

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council is meeting in person and virtually to hear updates on energy efficiency assistance, Welcoming Falls Church, housing programs, Virginia citizenship legislation, and the Community Services Board. The council will also discuss recruiting new members and its annual report to the City Council. Public comments can be submitted by email until 8:00 pm on September 15.

• Energy Efficiency Assistance update by Jon Ward
• Housing Programs update by Kayleen Mark, Housing Specialist
• VA Legislation for Commission Representatives – Citizenship by Ripal Patel
• Community Services Board Update by Claudia Volk
• Recruitment of HSAC & CSB members

The council approved no formal decisions. Members discussed energy efficiency assistance for the Virginia Village project, updates on the ADU and Amazon 2/3 housing programs, and a failed state bill on non-citizen commission membership. The next meeting will include a T-Zone changes briefing.

• Agenda approved
• Minutes from July 21, 2022 meeting approved
• Energy efficiency outreach update requested from Ripal Patel and Jon Ward for next month
• Non-citizen commission legislation update: bill did not pass, will be brought forward again

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Advisory Board is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear the Recreation Director's report, elect officers, and review a new transgender statement for recreation programming. They will also discuss the Fellows Park Master Plan draft and public comments. The meeting is open to the public via Microsoft Teams.

• Election of officers
• Review of new transgender statement for all recreation programming
• Review of comments for Fellows Park Master Plan Draft

The Recreation and Parks Advisory Board unanimously approved a new transgender inclusion statement for all city recreation programs, allowing participants to enroll in gender-segregated activities consistent with their gender identity. The board also elected officers, approved previous meeting minutes, and discussed the Fellows Park Master Plan. No substantive decisions were made on the park plan, which will be revised and presented at a future meeting.

• Approved transgender inclusion statement for recreation programs (6-0)
• Elected Charley O'Hara as Chair and Jenna Schroeder as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2022 meeting (5-0, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The Falls Church City Council held a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming agenda items, including work sessions on speed limits, transportation projects, and revenue sharing with schools. No formal decisions or votes were taken during this meeting.

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Appointments Committee is conducting interviews for various vacancies and reappointment requests. Candidates are being considered for roles on the Retirement Board, Library Board of Trustees, Board of Equalization, Housing Commission, Architectural Advisory Board, and the Solid Waste Management Plan Advisory Committee.

• Ryan Davis: Retirement Board applicant
• Elise Stein: Library Board of Trustees applicant
• David Johnson: Board of Equalization applicant
• Grayson Timoner: Housing Commission applicant
• Sarah Bayldon: Solid Waste Management Plan Advisory Committee request

The Appointments Committee interviewed five new applicants for various boards and commissions, discussed one appointment request and one reappointment request, and held a closed session to consider candidates. No final appointments were made at this meeting; the committee only conducted interviews and discussions.

• Interviewed Ryan Davis for Retirement Board
• Interviewed Elise Stein for Library Board of Trustees
• Interviewed David Johnson for Board of Equalization
• Interviewed Grayson Timoner for Housing Commission
• Interviewed Daniel Polinsky for Architectural Advisory Board (alternate)
• Discussed appointment request for Sarah Bayldon to Environmental Sustainability Council
• Discussed reappointment request for James Way to Architectural Advisory Board
• Held closed session to discuss candidates (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting in person to discuss housing initiatives, including updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, the Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program. They will also review housing goals and commission membership status. Public comments can be submitted by email until 8:00 pm on September 13.

• Update on Amazon 2 Homeownership Program by Mansur Abdul Malik (NHPF)
• Update on Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund by staff Dana Jones
• Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) update by staff Kayleen Mark
• Housing Goals update by Commissioner Meredith Anderson and staff Mark
• Introduction of new Housing Development Specialist Brenden Woodley

The Housing Commission approved minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Welcoming Falls Church program, including a $25k donation and a recommendation for graduated subsidy reductions. The Commission also discussed the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) matrix, Amazon homeownership and acquisition programs, and housing goals. No final votes were taken on substantive policy changes.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Welcoming Falls Church program with graduated subsidy reduction recommendation
• Noted $25k unsolicited donation for Welcoming Falls Church
• Discussed Amazon 2 Homeownership Program outreach and contractor identification
• Discussed Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund MOU and tax abatement next steps
• Discussed ADU matrix, including request to add market rents and homeownership units
• Discussed housing goals and need for updated demographic comparison
• Discussed Housing Commission membership size and recruitment diversity

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear the Group Home Manager's report, and discuss new business, including a scholarship application and an update on the Trauma Informed Spaces Grant. Public comments are accepted until 6:00 p.m. on the meeting date.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Group Home Manager's Report
• Scholarship Application discussion
• Trauma Informed Spaces Grant update

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee met on July 19, 2022, and approved minutes from February 8, March 8, and May 3, 2022 (the latter with modifications). The committee discussed a low number of internship applications, a $1,000 grant from Arlington Bar for activities, and a planned mural for the group room pending approval. No formal votes on new business items were recorded.

• Approved February 08, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved March 08, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved May 03, 2022 meeting minutes with modifications
• Discussed low internship applications and need to start process earlier
• Noted receipt of $1,000 grant from Arlington Bar for special activities
• Approved painting for the group room under trauma-informed spaces project
• Agreed to move a downstairs chair to the phone nook
• Discussed using Falls Church City budget for luxury vinyl flooring instead of carpet

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine election administration business. They will approve minutes, appoint officers of election, and plan for the November 8 general election. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Appoint officers of election
• Plan for November 8 general election
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board will review the second quarter 2022 investment performance for the Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB, discuss ESG investment research, and consider the annual investment and service fee review. The board will also take action on the benefit administration and custodian RFP, OPEB legal structure updates, and employee retirement savings plans. Several items, including plan amendments and policy updates, are deferred to fall 2022.

• Second Quarter 2022 Investment Performance Review for Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB
• Annual Investment and Service Fee Review
• Benefit Administration and Custodian RFP Update
• OPEB Legal Structure Phase 2 Update
• Employee Retirement Savings Plans (457 and 401(a)) Investment Fiduciary and Oversight update

The Falls Church Retirement Board voted unanimously to liquidate Templeton Institutional International Equity and purchase TransAmerica as the new international value equity manager, citing Templeton's underperformance and team changes. The Board also approved the OPEB trust agreement, assumed fiduciary oversight of the city's 457(b) and 401(a) plans, and authorized a contract award for custody and benefits administration. All votes were 6-0 with one vacancy.

• Approved liquidation of Templeton and purchase of TransAmerica for international equity (6-0)
• Accepted draft OPEB trust agreement and authorized finalization (6-0)
• Agreed to assume fiduciary oversight of 457(b) and 401(a) plans, pending City Council code amendment (6-0)
• Authorized contract award for custody and benefits administration RFP to top-ranked proposer (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment with Segal for terminated vested and retirement calculations (6-0)
• Accepted annual investment fee report finding fees reasonable (6-0)
• Increased FY23 training budget by $2,500 to $18,500 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including City Council annual report and quarterly reports (6-0)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are on the agenda; it is primarily for planning and coordination.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council held a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming agenda items. Two Founders Row items were continued to September 27. Council discussed a 20 mph speed limit policy and other topics for future work sessions. No final votes were taken.

• Continued Founders Row SE Amendment 2nd reading to 9/27
• Continued Founders Row EDA Agreement to 9/27
• Discussed 20 mph speed limit policy (no vote)
• Discussed revenue sharing with schools policy (no vote)
• Discussed purchasing policy update for consent agenda (no vote)
• Discussed contract authorizations for vac truck, culvert, snow equipment (no vote)

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority will meet to consider a subsidy agreement for the Founders 1 Theater, approve its FY2023 budget, and discuss several other items including a Wesley MOU, a banner request, a parklet update, and ARPA fund shifts. Public comments can be submitted by email until September 5.

• Founders 1 Theater Subsidy Agreement (staff report and draft agreement)
• Wesley MOU
• Tinner Hill Banner Little City Logo Usage Request
• Request to shift ARPA money / ARPA budget amendment
• EDA FY2023 Budget approval

The EDA board approved a Theater Subsidy Agreement for Founders Row 1, pending city approvals, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Wesley Housing for affordable housing parcels. They also approved an ARPA budget amendment shifting funds to parklets and removing understaffed programs. The board unanimously approved the Tinner Hill banner logo use and the August minutes.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Tinner Hill banner Little City Logo usage (unanimous)
• Approved Founders Row 1 Theater Subsidy Agreement, pending City Attorney, City Manager, and City Council approval (Litkenhous abstaining)
• Approved Founders Row 1 Special Exception Voluntary Concession modification (Litkenhous abstaining)
• Approved Wesley Housing MOU for conveyance of five parcels (unanimous)
• Approved Restrictive Covenants and Access, License, and Development Agreement for Wesley Housing (unanimous)
• Authorized EDA Chair to modify MOU and sign documents (unanimous)
• Approved updated ARPA budget submission shifting funds to parklets (unanimous)

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council will meet to review a draft master plan for the Fellows Property and discuss the Park Avenue Great Streets Project. The body will also review strategic planning and the Falls Church Art Walk logo.

• Draft Master Plan for the Fellows Property
• Park Avenue Great Streets Project presentation
• Falls Church Art Walk logo update
• AEP6 audience survey progress
• Strategic planning update

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church met virtually and approved the July meeting minutes with edits. Members discussed community feedback on the Fellows Property Draft Master Park Plan and the Park Avenue Great Streets Project, offering comments on historic preservation, accessibility, and design concerns. They also discussed plans for the city's 75th anniversary, including creating a committee and a logo. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and advisory.

• Approved July meeting minutes with edits
• Discussed Fellows Property Draft Master Park Plan, recommending historic interpretation and native materials
• Discussed Park Avenue Great Streets Project, raising concerns about farmhouse access, bulbouts, and farmer's market relocation
• Discussed Falls Church City's 75th anniversary, suggesting a committee and logo

City Council Committee: Government Operations

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee is meeting virtually to discuss three main topics: the recruitment process for a new city attorney, customer service improvements, and a resident survey. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• City Attorney Recruitment Process
• Customer Service Improvements
• Resident Survey

The Government Operations Committee met virtually to discuss three topics: the city attorney recruitment process, customer service improvements, and a resident survey. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• No decisions made; meeting was discussion-only

Public Utilities Commission

The Falls Church Public Utilities Commission will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss an electronic participation policy, and consider future meeting frequency and a return to in-person meetings. They will also discuss the commission's input on planning and development projects. Public comments are accepted until 4pm the day of the meeting.

• Discussion and approval of Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion of future meeting frequency and returning to in-person meetings
• Discussion of PUC input on planning and development projects
• Next meeting: Joint Session with Urban Forestry Commission on September 21, 2022

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees will meet to review and discuss a draft policy on circulation of library materials and a new fines and fees schedule, alongside current policies for comparison. The board will also consider the Fellows Park Master Plan draft and review various statistics reports. The agenda includes approval of the July 20, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Draft policy on circulation of library materials
• Draft fines and fees schedule
• Fellows Park Master Plan draft
• Circulation, collection, booksale, and memorial statistics reports
• Approval of draft July 20, 2022 minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved closing the library on December 24, 2022, and approved the first reading of a revised Circulation of Library Materials policy. The board also discussed the Fellows Park Master Plan, upcoming programs, and strategic planning dates.

• Approved library closure on December 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes with minor corrections (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Circulation of Library Materials policy with changes (unanimous)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several current items, including comments on the Fellows Park Master Plan, draft recommendations for landscaped open space standards, and a request for funds to update the public tree inventory. The agenda also includes planning for a joint meeting with the Public Utilities Commission and future topics like green infrastructure standards and urban forestry code changes. Public comments can be submitted by email.

• Fellows Park Master Plan comments due August 25
• DRAFT recommendations for landscaped open space/green space standards
• DRAFT 2 request for funds to update public tree inventory
• Planning for joint meeting with Public Utilities Commission
• Reapprove UFC minutes from March 2021 to May 2022 for online posting

The Urban Forestry Commission approved minutes from July 2022 and from March 2021 to May 2022 for online posting. They discussed draft recommendations for commercial green space standards, including a 12% canopy coverage goal, and prepared a funding request for a consultant to update the public tree inventory. A joint meeting with the Public Utilities Commission was planned for September 21, and the commission agreed to prioritize developing an Urban Forestry Management Plan at the October meeting.

• Approved July 2022 UFC meeting minutes
• Approved UFC minutes from March 2021 to May 2022 for online posting
• Reestablished Neighborhood Tree Program Steering Committee to update street tree request form and outreach materials
• Drafted comments on Fellows Park Master Plan due August 25
• Prepared draft recommendations for commercial green space standards including 12% canopy coverage in 20 years
• Drafted funding request memo for consultant to update public tree inventory
• Planned joint meeting with Public Utilities Commission for September 21
• Agreed to prioritize Urban Forestry Management Plan at October meeting

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee is meeting virtually to receive staff updates on several commercial development items, including a request to amend a special exception for retail service restrictions, revised theatre incentive terms for Founders Row, and the status of site plan review for Founders 2. The committee will also discuss festive street lighting, parking on Westmoreland Street, and whether Famille's reopening as an event space complies with the Kensington's special exception. A staff report on commercial leasing and new business openings will highlight several properties and recent openings.

• Request from Byron for SE amendment re: retail service restriction
• MCR request for revised theatre incentive terms at Founders Row
• Founders 2 site plan review status
• Parking situation on Westmoreland St. and shared streets
• Staff report on commercial leasing, including 419-21 W. Broad and 603 W. Broad

The Economic Development Committee received staff updates on several items but made no formal decisions. Topics included a requested amendment to the retail service restriction for Byron, revised theatre incentive terms for Founders Row, the status of Founders 2 site plan review, festive street lighting, parking on Westmoreland St., and whether The Kensington's Famille reopening as an event space meets its special exception terms. Staff also reported on commercial leasing and new business openings, including Five Guys, Crumbl, Aqua-Tots, and Bolay coming in September.

• No formal decisions made; all items were discussion and staff updates only

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are on the agenda; it is primarily administrative and open to the public.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council met virtually to schedule agenda items. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely procedural to plan upcoming sessions. Key items noted for future action include the Founders Row Economic Development Authority Theater Agreement Incentive and a related special exception amendment, both referred to committees.

• Scheduled Founders Row EDA Theater Agreement Incentive for referral to EDA
• Scheduled Founders Row SE Amendment for Theater for referral to Planning Commission
• Scheduled City Council 2-Year Work Plan for consent adoption on August 8
• Cancelled multiple August and September Mayor's Agenda Meetings and Appointments Committee meetings

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several economic development items. The agenda includes reviewing a draft Memorandum of Understanding for the Wesley project, a theatre subsidy agreement for Founders Row 1, and a proposed logo for the Arts and Cultural District. The board will also receive a quarterly update and consider approval of the June 2022 meeting minutes.

• Wesley Memorandum of Understanding: draft terms for review
• Founders Row 1 Theatre subsidy agreement: term sheet review
• Arts and Cultural District 'The Little City' logo: discussion
• Quarterly Update: April-June 2022 economic development report
• June 2022 meeting minutes: approval

The EDA unanimously approved an updated subsidy agreement for the Founders Row 1 movie theater, extending the ticket tax rebate period from 20 to 30 years and adding a meals tax sharing agreement. The board also approved the June 2022 minutes and the 'The Little City' arts district logo. No action was taken on the Wesley housing MOU, which will be voted on next month.

• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved revised Founders Row 1 theater subsidy terms (unanimous, Ross Litkenhous abstaining)
• Approved 'The Little City' arts and cultural district logo (unanimous)
• No action on Wesley housing MOU; vote scheduled for next meeting

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will review the June minutes and conduct a round table conversation. The agenda includes discussions regarding a storm drain mural project and updates to the Falls Church Art Walk logo.

• Storm Drain Mural in front of Creative Cauldron
• Falls Church Art Walk logo update
• Strategic Planning discussion

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church reviewed proposed storm drain mural designs for Berman Park and Cherry Hill Park, recommending an orca whale for the latter. They also discussed strategic goals for expanding arts access, communications, public art, and performance spaces, but no formal votes were taken.

• Approved minutes for June meetings
• Reviewed storm drain mural designs for Berman Park and Cherry Hill Park
• Recommended changing whale to orca in Cherry Hill Park design
• Discussed strategic goals for arts access and communications

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet virtually to discuss updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and the ending of the VRRP rental relief program, introduce a new intern, and address member recruitment. The August meeting is cancelled and September's will be rescheduled. Public comments are accepted until 5 p.m. on July 19.

• Amazon 2 Homeownership Program update
• VRRP Rental Relief Program ending
• Human Services Intern introduction
• Recruitment of HSAC & Community Services Board members
• August meeting cancelled; September meeting rescheduled

The Human Services Advisory Council approved the June 16, 2022 minutes. They received updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and the end of the VRRP rental relief program, noting that landlords can now give 5-day notices. The August meeting was cancelled, and the council discussed recruitment for one open position.

• Approved June 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Cancelled August 2022 meeting
• Discussed recruitment for one open HSAC position

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several draft documents, including revised bylaws, an electronic participation policy and resolution, the 2023 meeting schedule, and the 2022-2026 five-year plan. They will also review the FY2022 annual report and various statistics. The agenda lists these items but does not specify which are for decision versus discussion.

• Draft Library Board Bylaws
• Draft Electronic Participation Policy and Resolution
• Draft 2023 meeting schedule
• Draft Five Year Plan 2022-2026
• FY2022 Annual Report and statistics

The Library Board elected Jeff Peterson as chair and Chrystie Swiney as temporary vice chair, unanimously approved amended bylaws, adopted the electronic participation policy, and approved the 2023 meeting schedule with December moved to Dec. 13. The Board also unanimously approved the Five-Year Plan for submission to the Library of Virginia and received updates on summer programs, facility projects, and the Library Foundation's activities.

• Elected Jeff Peterson as Library Board Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Chrystie Swiney as temporary Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved amended bylaws with updated code references (unanimous)
• Adopted electronic participation resolution policy as written (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule, moving December meeting to Dec. 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Five-Year Plan as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Allowed Chrystie Swiney to participate by conference call (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed. The meeting is open to the public virtually, with comments accepted by email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The City Council met virtually to discuss scheduling items for upcoming meetings. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, covering agenda items for the July 25 regular session, including a proclamation for the ADA anniversary, a tax abatement for affordable housing, and a storm drainage system rehabilitation contract. Future meetings and work sessions were also scheduled.

• Scheduled July 25 regular session agenda items
• Scheduled Aug 8 regular session agenda items
• Cancelled Sept 6 work session

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to discuss tree canopy coverage standards, a presentation on the Founders Row II development, and coordination with other city bodies. The agenda also includes updates on grants, the Fellows Park Master Plan, and the spotted lanternfly situation. Public comments are accepted until 6:00 PM on July 20, 2022.

• Draft recommendations for green space and tree canopy coverage standards
• Founders Row II presentation
• NVTA grant for N. Washington St
• Virginia Trees for Clean Water Grant (deadline August 25)
• Spotted lanternfly update

The Urban Forestry Commission reviewed the Founders Row II site plan, noting 13.8% canopy coverage and discussing tree retention, and plans to send a formal letter to Mill Creek with concerns. The Commission also discussed the Fellows Park Master Plan, draft green space standards, and a potential grant application for tree planting.

• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes
• Planned to send a letter to Mill Creek formalizing concerns about Founders Row II
• Reviewed draft recommendations on green space and tree canopy coverage standards
• Discussed applying for Virginia Trees for Clean Water grant by August 25th
• Scheduled review of Fellows Park Master Plan comments by August 17th

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting in person at City Hall to receive staff and intern updates on several housing initiatives, including the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, an acquisition strike fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program. The commission will also discuss membership recruitment and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5:00 pm on the meeting day.

• Update on Amazon 2 Homeownership Program by Mansur Abdul Malik of NHPF
• Update on Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund by Staff Lewis
• Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program update by Staff Kayleen Mark
• Housing Commission membership and recruitment discussion
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

The Falls Church Housing Commission approved the June 28, 2022 minutes and discussed several housing initiatives. Updates were provided on the Amazon 2 homeownership program, the Amazon 3 acquisition strike fund, and affordable dwelling units. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes from June 28, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Amazon 2 homeownership program with $720,000 max acquisition price
• Discussed Amazon 3 acquisition strike fund, with first reading scheduled week of 7/24/22 and adoption on 8/18
• Noted ADU vacancies: 1 at Founders Row (80% AMI) and 2 at VERSO (55+ community)
• Recruited new commission members due to 2 vacancies and chair's departure

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting in person and virtually to review the group home manager's report and discuss new business, including a food class needing volunteers, a scholarship application, Providence Players, and an update on a Trauma Informed Spaces Grant. Public comments may be submitted by email until 6:00 p.m. on July 19, 2022.

• Food Class – Volunteers Needed
• Scholarship Application
• Providence Players
• Trauma Informed Spaces Grant – UPDATE

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee approved minutes from three prior meetings, with the May 3, 2022 minutes approved with modifications. The group home manager reported 5 current residents, a 99.8 DJJ certification audit score, and a $1,000 grant from Arlington Bar. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items; the meeting focused on updates and discussion.

• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes with modifications

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals held a virtual public hearing to consider a variance application for a new single-family home at 608 Laura Drive. The applicant, Anna Krishnan, requested a rear setback of 29 feet instead of the required 40 feet, citing the triangular shape of the lot as a hardship. The board treated the application as a new hearing due to updated information and heard testimony from the applicant and neighbors.

• Variance application V1630-22 by Priya Krishnan for 608 Laura Drive, RPC #52-605-005, zoned R-1A
• Request to reduce rear setback from 40 feet to 29 feet for new single-family dwelling
• Applicant reported mailing 30 information packets to neighbors and receiving 4 letters of support
• Board noted a quorum of four members present, with one member recused and one absent

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed. The meeting is open to the public virtually, and public comments may be submitted by email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council met virtually to plan upcoming agenda items. No final decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, scheduling future discussions and votes on items like the Wesley MOU, tax abatement for Virginia Village Affordable Housing, and a storm drainage contract.

• Scheduled July 18 work session to discuss Wesley MOU, tax abatement, and storm drainage contract
• Scheduled July 25 regular session for public hearing and 2nd reading of VT PSA and Hitt PSA
• Scheduled July 25 regular session for 1st reading of Wesley Tax Abatement
• Scheduled July 25 consent agenda for Workforce Investment Board FY 23-24 agreement
• Scheduled July 25 consent agenda for Pleasants Construction storm drainage contract
• Scheduled Aug 8 regular session for West Falls Senior Housing SESP 1st reading
• Scheduled Aug 8 regular session for Wesley MOU approval and tax abatement 2nd reading
• Scheduled Aug 8 work session for Founders Row theater agreement referral

Architectural Advisory Board

The Architectural Advisory Board will review the site plan application for the proposed Founders Row II mixed-use development at 1001 & 1003 W Broad St. The board will also request comments on preliminary signage for the Founders Row Theatre at 100 Founders Row. Public comments are due by 7:30 PM on July 13, 2022, and will be read during the virtual meeting.

• Site Plan Application for Founders Row II mixed-use development at 1001 & 1003 W Broad St (RPC: 52-102-060 & 51-102-065)
• Preliminary signage review for Founders Row Theatre at 100 Founders Row (Phase 1), zoned B-3, Central Business

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Appointments Committee is conducting interviews for unexpired terms on two boards. Candidates include Claudia Volk for the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board and Gene Gresko for the Housing Commission.

• Claudia Volk: Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (Unexpired Term)
• Gene Gresko: Housing Commission (Unexpired Term)

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee interviewed two new applicants for board vacancies: Claudia Volk for the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board and Gene Gresko for the Housing Commission. The committee also held a closed session to discuss prospective candidates, as permitted by Virginia law, and certified the closed session's compliance. No formal appointments were made during this meeting.

• Interviewed Claudia Volk for Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (unexpired term to 06/30/23)
• Interviewed Gene Gresko for Housing Commission (unexpired term to 12/31/22)
• Held closed session to discuss prospective candidates (2-0 vote)
• Certified closed session compliance (2-0 vote)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council met virtually to plan upcoming agenda items, including a July 11 regular session with Founders Row economic incentive and special exception amendments, and a July 25 session with a theater incentive agreement and Wesley housing tax abatement. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural for scheduling.

• Scheduled July 11 regular session for Founders Row economic incentive and SE amendment
• Scheduled July 11 referral of VT PSA and Hitt PSA to Planning Commission
• Scheduled July 11 work session for Council Work Plan review
• Scheduled July 25 regular session for theater incentive and Founders Row SE amendment
• Scheduled July 25 approval of Wesley MOU and tax abatement for Virginia Village Affordable Housing
• Scheduled July 25 consent item for Pleasants Construction storm drainage contract
• Scheduled August 8 regular session for West Falls Senior Housing SESP and Wesley tax abatement 2nd reading

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting in person at City Hall to receive staff updates on several housing initiatives, including the Amazon 2 homeownership program, the Amazon 3 acquisition strike fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program. The commission will also discuss membership and recruitment, and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5:00 pm on the meeting day.

• Update on Amazon 2 Homeownership Program
• Update on Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund
• Update on Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program
• Discussion of Housing Commission membership and recruitment
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Housing Commission approved the May 10, 2022 minutes and received updates on the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed for future action.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Amazon 2 program delay to July 11 for Council approval
• Noted reduction in development fees from 12% to 9.5%
• Discussed purchase limit increase to $720,000 pending VA Housing approval
• Noted eight firms declined Amazon 3 project, transfer to Wesley Housing considered
• Discussed ADU program status: 27 total, 6 available, 1 in process

City Council Committee: Government Operations

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee is meeting virtually to review its work plan. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, roll call, work plan review, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Work plan review

The Government Operations Committee held a virtual meeting on June 28, 2022, with members Duncan and Hardi present. The meeting included a call to order, roll call, and a review of the work plan. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 12:45 p.m.

• Meeting called to order at 12:00 p.m.
• Roll call and virtual meeting notice read
• Work plan reviewed
• Meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m.

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The committee will receive staff updates on several development projects including Founders Row and Founders 2. Discussions also include transitional zones, the reopening of Famille as an event space, and local grocery tax status.

• Founders Row: MCR request for revised theatre terms
• Founders 2: Staff update on site plan consideration
• Transitional zones: Staff update on public engagement process
• Famille: Assessment of event space reopening at The Kensington
• Redevelopment projects: 419-421 W. Broad, future Smoothies outlet, and future Five Guys

The Economic Development Committee met virtually and discussed multiple topics, including revised theatre terms for Founders Row, a site plan for Founders 2, transitional zone modifications, and the reopening of Famille as an event space. Staff provided updates on timetables and assessments. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; all items were discussion-only

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

The Falls Church City Council held a procedural agenda meeting, approving electronic participation for two members due to health reasons. The council also entered a closed session for the annual review of the City Clerk, then reconvened and certified the session. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on scheduling and administrative matters.

• Approved electronic participation for Phil Duncan (voice vote)
• Approved electronic participation for Caroline Lian (voice vote)
• Entered closed session for City Clerk annual review (7-0)
• Reconvened in open session (7-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (7-0)

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will review previous meeting minutes and conduct a round table conversation. The agenda includes discussions regarding strategic planning, the Falls Church Art Walk, and mural projects.

• Falls Church Art Walk: request to add Falls Church Arts and Arts & Frame
• Storm Drain Mural Project
• Tinner Hill Mural Project: Foxes Music Mural
• Tinner Hill Mural Project: Calls for Walls

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church approved the minutes from its April and May meetings with recommended changes. The council discussed various community updates, including the completion of three storm drain murals by students and the upcoming unveiling of the Tinner Hill mural. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved April and May meeting minutes with recommended changes

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will meet virtually to discuss updates to the rent relief code and application, additional Community Services Fund (CSF) funding to replace CDBG funds, and a possible increase in emergency assistance amounts. The council will also address recruitment for HSAC and Community Services Board members and decide on future meeting formats. Public comments can be submitted until 5 p.m. on June 16, 2022.

• Rent Relief Code Update & Application approval
• Additional CSF Funding for replacement CDBG funds
• Recruitment of HSAC & Community Services Board Member
• Emergency Assistance – possible increase in assistance amount
• Future in-person or virtual meetings

The Human Services Advisory Council approved the FY2023 rent-relief allocation and additional funds for the Community Services Fund, including $70,000 to replace CDBG funds for Homestretch and Falls Church Housing Corporation, plus $30,000 for CSF grantees. They also approved increasing Emergency Financial Assistance from $500 one-time to up to $1,000 for three months. The council agreed to collect client signatures for rent relief checks and discussed rent-relief code changes, with members volunteering to join the process.

• Approved FY2023 rent-relief allocation
• Approved additional $70,000 to Community Services Fund for Homestretch and Falls Church Housing Corporation
• Approved additional $30,000 for CSF grantees
• Approved increase in Emergency Financial Assistance from $500 to up to $1,000 for three months
• Agreed to collect client signatures when delivering rent relief checks

Public Utilities Commission

The Falls Church Public Utilities Commission will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss an electronic participation policy, and consider public information on stormwater green infrastructure and managing stormwater on private property. The meeting is open to the public, with comments accepted until 4pm on the meeting date.

• Discussion of public information on stormwater green infrastructure
• Managing stormwater on private property
• Discussion and approval of electronic participation policy
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2022 at 7:00 PM

The Public Utility Commission held its first meeting, approved the minutes from May 18, and discussed the electronic participation policy but deferred approval pending answers from the City Clerk. The commission also received a presentation on stormwater green infrastructure. The next meeting was scheduled for July 20 in person.

• Approved minutes from May 18 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of electronic participation policy pending City Clerk answers
• Voted to hold next meeting in person (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and review the draft FY2022 annual report and circulation statistics, along with approving the draft minutes from the May 18 meeting. The agenda includes these documents for review and discussion.

• Draft FY2022 Annual Report
• Circulation Statistics
• Draft May 18, 2022 minutes

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees approved the FY2022 annual report draft with recommended changes, including adding group-study room usage data. The board also received a website design prototype from Library Market, with launch slated for September 6, and discussed succession planning as the chair steps down.

• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Peterson, second by Cronin)
• Approved FY2022 annual report draft with suggested changes (motion by Swiney, second by Johnson)
• Noted no changes planned to library hours despite Sunday hours request
• Received website design prototype; launch scheduled for September 6

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive staff updates. They will discuss their 2022 priorities, including protecting the city tree canopy, and review comments on the Founders Row (formerly Mason Row) landscape plans. Future business includes tree planting counts, green infrastructure standards, and code changes.

• Review of Tree Commission comments on Mason Row (Founders Row) landscape plans
• Discussion of UFC 2022 priorities: protect tree canopy, preserve mature trees in stormwater BMPs, define landscaped open space standards
• Future items: counting tree plantings, green infrastructure plan, biophilic cities, UF management plan, code changes
• Public comments accepted until 6:00 PM on June 15

The Urban Forestry Commission approved the May 2022 minutes and discussed a public comment about mature tree removal during redevelopment on Forest Avenue. They reviewed limitations on city enforcement on private property and discussed potential policy changes. The commission planned to draft a policy to make green space/canopy requirements non-negotiable and to request funding for a tree inventory update.

• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussed public comment on mature tree removal on Forest Avenue
• Planned to draft policy on green space/canopy requirements (Stephanie leading)
• Planned to submit proposal for $100,000 tree inventory update
• Discussed landscaping options for Founders Row I
• Tim Roche to follow up with Public Utility Commission on joint meeting

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council held a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming agenda items. No final decisions were made; the council only discussed items for future meetings, including a VA Village property transfer to the EDA, a FY22 budget amendment, and a property acquisition referral to the Planning Commission.

• Scheduled June 13 regular session with VA Village property transfer to EDA
• Scheduled FY22 Budget Amendment for 2nd reading on June 13
• Scheduled referral of 436 Sherrow Property Acquisition to Planning Commission
• Scheduled consent items: VRSA Insurance Renewal, 2 Library Contracts, Bike Share License Agreement
• Scheduled June 22 closed session for staff performance review
• Scheduled June 27 regular session with personnel evaluations and various agreements

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is interviewing candidates for vacancies on the Board of Equalization, Environmental Sustainability Council, and Towing Advisory Board, and considering one reappointment to the Library Board of Trustees. Two applicants are vying for one vacancy on the Environmental Sustainability Council.

• Interview: Robert Spier for Board of Equalization (2 terms available)
• Interview: Christopher Behr for Environmental Sustainability Council (unexpired term to 02/28/23)
• Interview: John Ferris for Environmental Sustainability Council (unexpired term to 02/28/23)
• Interview: Joseph P. Douglas Jr. for Towing Advisory Board (unexpired term to 11/30/23)
• Reappointment: Chrystie Swiney to Library Board of Trustees (07/01/22–06/30/26)

The Appointments Committee interviewed candidates for several boards and commissions, including the Board of Equalization, Environmental Sustainability Council, Towing Advisory Board, and Library Board of Trustees. No formal appointments were made during the meeting; the committee discussed applicants and conducted a closed session to consider candidates. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions on appointments recorded.

• Interviewed Robert Spier for Board of Equalization (2 terms available)
• Interviewed Christopher Behr for Environmental Sustainability Council (unexpired term)
• Interviewed John Ferris for Environmental Sustainability Council (unexpired term)
• Interviewed Joseph P. Douglas Jr. for Towing Advisory Board (unexpired term)
• Discussed reappointment request of Chrystie Swiney to Library Board of Trustees
• Held closed session to discuss candidates (unanimous vote)
• Certified closed session compliance (unanimous vote)

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority will meet virtually to discuss and vote on the next ARPA submission based on survey results, review a draft Wesley Memorandum of Understanding, and receive updates on the budget, Holiday Lights RFP, and Founders Row theatre subsidy. The meeting includes public comment submission by email until June 6 at 8 pm.

• Vote on ARPA survey results and next submission
• Draft Wesley Memorandum of Understanding agreement
• EDA budget update
• Holiday Lights RFP update
• Founders Row 1 theatre subsidy agreement to be on July agenda

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Wesley Housing, the City, and the EDA, authorizing the chair to make modifications and sign documents. They also approved refunding approximately $30,000 from the 302 Shirley St account to EDA accounts. The EDA approved an ARPA submission with the 'Restaurant Tenant Fit Out' renamed to 'Business Operations Investment Program'. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were updates only.

• Approved Wesley Housing, City, and EDA MOU (unanimous)
• Authorized EDA Chair to modify MOU and sign documents (unanimous)
• Approved refund of approx. $30k from 302 Shirley St account to EDA (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA submission with 'Restaurant Tenant Fit Out' renamed to 'Business Operations Investment Program' (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. It is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming City Council agenda items. No substantive decisions were made; the council discussed items for future meetings, including the Wesley MOU, VA Village property transfer, and consent agenda items.

• Scheduled June 6 work session topics including Wesley MOU and VA Village property transfer
• Scheduled June 13 regular session items including FY22 Budget Amendment and property acquisition
• Scheduled June 27 regular session items including Founders Row 1 and salary resolutions
• Noted cancellation of June 21 work session and June 29 Mayor's Agenda Meeting

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including approving May minutes, receiving a Recreation Director's report, and hearing updates on the Park Master Plan implementation. Public comments are accepted via email until 7:00 PM on June 1, 2022.

• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recreation Director's report
• Park Master Plan and implementation updates
• Student Representative report

The Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks approved the May 4, 2022 minutes (4-0) and received a staff report covering new hires, program updates, and challenges. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned without substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council is holding a special meeting regarding the Storm Drain Art Project. The council will review art proposals submitted by students from Meridian High School.

• Review of Storm Drain Art Proposals by Meridian High Students

The Arts and Humanities Council met virtually to review and discuss designs for the Storm Drain Art Project, which aims to combine public art with environmental stewardship by painting storm drains with aquatic or clean-water themes. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was for design feedback and planning. The project timeline is May 23 to June 3, with locations identified by the Department of Public Works.

• Reviewed Oak Street design by Alex Schwartz and Gabi, with feedback to avoid Nemo-like fish and consider native species
• Reviewed Larry Graves designs by Emma Tice Kepner, with positive feedback on bold colors and tagline 'only rain down the drain'
• Reviewed Cherry Hill Park designs by Mika, with suggestions to use white paint for white caps and balance fish colors
• Discussed whether artists should sign or initial the art and sharing artist bios for the Falls Church Art Walk site

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will meet to discuss strategic planning and provide updates on ongoing initiatives. The body will review the Falls Church Art Walk, the Arts & Prosperity Report, and the Storm Drain Art Project.

• Strategic Planning
• Falls Church Art Walk
• Arts & Prosperity Report
• Storm Drain Art Project

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church met virtually on May 19, 2022. The council noted that the City Council approved new charges and voting membership on May 16. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions.

• Approved new charges and voting membership by City Council (May 16)

Public Utilities Commission

The Falls Church Public Utility Commission is meeting virtually to elect a chair and vice chair, approve an electronic participation policy, and set its meeting schedule. The commission will also discuss its rules and procedures and receive a staff update on stormwater projects and the Department of Public Works. Public comments may be submitted by email until 4pm on the meeting date.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion and approval of meeting schedule
• Discussion of rules and procedures
• Staff update on stormwater projects and Department of Public Works

The Public Utility Commission held its inaugural meeting, adopting rules of procedure and electing officers. Daniel Kirk was elected Chair and Martha Hines Vice Chair. The commission also set its regular meeting schedule for the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.

• Approved Rules of Procedure (5-0)
• Elected Daniel Kirk as Chairperson (4-1)
• Elected Martha Hines as Vice Chairperson (4-1)
• Adopted third Wednesday of month at 7:00 pm as meeting time (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees is reviewing several library policies proposed for discard. The meeting also includes a review of collection, circulation, and booksale statistics.

• Discarding Cash Handling And Cash Register policy
• Discarding Lost And Found policy
• Discarding Patron Phone Use Policy
• Discarding Petty Cash policy
• Discarding Youth Services Research Assistance policy

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees met on May 18, 2022, and unanimously approved allowing member Bizzy Bracken to participate by phone due to quarantine. The board also approved the May 20, 2022 meeting minutes and voted to discard five outdated library policies. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on the library project, council and school board liaisons, and the Library Foundation.

• Approved electronic participation for Bizzy Bracken (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discarded policies: Lost and Found, Patron Phone Use, Cash Handling, Petty Cash, Research Assistance (Youth Services) (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

The City Council Government Operations Committee will meet to conduct business including a closed session. The committee will discuss or consider specific public officers, appointees, or employees.

• Closed session regarding employment, salaries, or personnel discipline

The Falls Church City Council met virtually on May 18, 2022, to discuss scheduling items for upcoming meetings. No substantive decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural, covering topics such as a ground breaking, committee meetings, proclamations, and ordinance readings.

• Scheduled West Falls Ground Breaking for May 19 at 10 a.m.
• Scheduled Budget and Finance Committee Meeting for May 27 at 8:00 a.m.
• Scheduled May 23 Regular Session with agenda items including Pride Month Proclamation, 'If I Were Mayor' Awardee Recognitions, CBC Youth Reps Recognition, Year 2 Amazon REACH Grant-NHP Developer Agreement, Transitional Zones Ordinance 1st Reading, Waiver of Sewer Tap Fees for Tinner Hill residence, Budget Amendment 1st Reading, and consent items
• Discussed other items: third quarter financial report, Eden Center historical marker event, Memorial Day parking, Broad and Washington construction issues, and Library closeout report at work session

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will hear a presentation on the West Falls Church Senior Housing project and review the site plan, with comments due May 20. They will also discuss staff updates, including the Neighborhood Tree Program, amendments to Virginia Code on tree replacement, and a grant application for N. Washington St. Multimodal Improvements. The meeting is held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• West Falls Church Senior Housing Team presentation and site plan review (comments due May 20)
• Amendments to Virginia Code 15.2-961 on Replacement and Conservation of Trees
• N. Washington St. Multimodal Improvements Grant Application (comments due May 22)
• Neighborhood Tree Program update
• Letter to City Council on FY2023 Proposed Budget for Arborist and Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Commission approved its April minutes, elected officers for the year, and adopted a policy allowing electronic participation in future meetings. The commission also reviewed the West Falls Church Senior Housing site plan and will submit comments by May 20. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred or assigned for follow-up.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes
• Elected Amy Crumpton as Chair (roll call vote)
• Elected Stephanie Lamore as Vice Chair (roll call vote)
• Elected Alison Miller as Secretary (roll call vote)
• Approved Electronic Participation Policy for Meetings (roll call vote)

City Council Committee: Government Operations

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee is meeting virtually with an in-person option. The only substantive item on the agenda is a closed session to discuss prospective candidates for employment and personnel matters for specific public officers, appointees, or employees. No other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed session under § 2.2-3711 A.1 for personnel discussions

City Council Committee: Government Operations

The Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee is meeting virtually to discuss a single agenda item: a closed session under Virginia law to consider personnel matters, including hiring, performance, salaries, and discipline of public employees. The meeting is open to the public via Microsoft Teams or in person at City Hall, with public comments accepted by email.

• Closed session for personnel discussions (hiring, salaries, discipline)
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with in-person option at Oak Room, City Hall
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board will meet virtually to review first-quarter 2022 investment performance for the Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB, discuss ESG investment research, and consider officer elections, training policy, and economic valuation assumptions. The agenda also includes a closed session for a disability retirement determination and several deferred actions.

• First Quarter 2022 Investment Performance Review for Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB
• ESG Investment Research and follow-up memorandum to Council
• Officer Elections for Chair and Vice-chair
• 2022-2023 Training Policy and Plan Update with proposed budget
• New Disability Retirement Determination (closed session)

The Falls Church Retirement Board approved the updated Training Policy and FY23 budget of $16,000, accepted the 2022 economic valuation assumptions (6.5% investment return, 2.25% inflation) as recommended by Segal Consulting, and reaffirmed a disability eligibility determination after closed session. The board also approved the consent agenda and elected officers, but deferred action on replacing Templeton International Equity and on assuming fiduciary oversight of the 457/401(a) plans.

• Approved Feb 10, 2022 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved updated Training Policy and FY23 budget of $16,000 (6-0-1)
• Accepted 2022 economic valuation assumptions (6-0-1)
• Reaffirmed disability eligibility determination (6-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0-1)
• Elected Connie Rydberg Chair and Nate Dupree Vice Chair (6-0-1)
• Deferred action on Templeton replacement to next meeting
• Deferred action on 457/401(a) fiduciary oversight to November 2022

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Appointments Committee is meeting to conduct exit interviews with outgoing board members, interview a new applicant, and consider a reappointment request for city boards and commissions. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on filling vacancies and reviewing terms ending in May.

• Exit interview: Kathy Tysse, Library Board of Trustees (Jan. 2018-Dec. 2021)
• Exit interview: Ed Rose, Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (Sept. 2016-April 2022)
• New applicant: Barbara Green, Board of Equalization (3 terms available through 2023-2025)
• Reappointment request: Jennifer Tabola, Environmental Sustainability Council (03/01/22-02/28/25)
• Exit interview: Stacey Evers, Environmental Sustainability Council (Aug. 2019-April 2022)

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee met on May 11, 2022, to interview candidates and conduct exit interviews for various boards and commissions. The committee interviewed new applicant Barbara Green for the Board of Equalization and discussed a reappointment request from Jennifer Tabola for the Environmental Sustainability Council. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, focusing on interviews and discussions.

• Conducted exit interview with Kathy Tysse (Library Board of Trustees)
• Conducted exit interview with Ed Rose (Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board)
• Conducted exit interview with Craig Cheney (Human Services Advisory Council)
• Interviewed new applicant Barbara Green for Board of Equalization
• Conducted exit interview with Stacey Evers (Environmental Sustainability Council)
• Discussed reappointment request from Jennifer Tabola (Environmental Sustainability Council)

Architectural Advisory Board

The Falls Church Architectural Advisory Board is meeting virtually to review two items referred for comment. First, they will consider the West Falls Special Exception Site Plan for Block D-1, a proposed 15-story senior housing building with memory care, assisted living, and independent living units plus ground-floor retail. Second, they will review preliminary signage for the Founders Row Theatre at 100 Founders Row. The board will provide recommendations and comments to City Council on these items.

• West Falls Block D-1 senior housing: 15 stories, 22 memory care, 58 assisted living, 132 independent living units, ~260,000 GSF, ~7,900 GSF retail
• Founders Row Theatre preliminary signage review at 100 Founders Row, zoned B-3 Central Business
• Public comments accepted via email until 7:30PM May 11, 2022

The Architectural Advisory Board voted 3-0 to recommend the West Falls Special Exception Site Plan for Block D-1 (Senior Housing) to City Council with no additional comment. The board also provided comments on preliminary signage for the Founders Row Theatre, expressing concerns about style, lighting, and sight lines.

• Recommended West Falls Block D-1 senior housing project to City Council (3-0)
• Provided comments on Founders Row Theatre preliminary signage

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

The Falls Church City Council is holding a virtual agenda meeting with staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. The meeting is open to the public, and public comments may be submitted by email. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The City Council held a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming agenda items. No final decisions were made; the council set dates for future discussions and votes, including a May 23 regular session to consider the Year 2 Amazon REACH Grant developer agreement, a transitional zones ordinance first reading, a sewer tap fee waiver, and a budget amendment first reading. The meeting was procedural, focused on calendar planning.

• Scheduled May 23 regular session for Amazon REACH Grant developer agreement
• Scheduled May 23 first reading of Transitional Zones Ordinance
• Scheduled May 23 waiver of sewer tap fees for Tinner Hill residence
• Scheduled May 23 first reading of budget amendment
• Scheduled May 16 work session for Year End FY22 Budget Amendment
• Scheduled June 13 regular session for Founders Row 1 EDA and SE Amendment referral
• Scheduled June 13 regular session for VT PSA and Hitt PSA referral to PC
• Scheduled June 13 regular session for VA Village Affordable Housing Refi property transfer to EDA

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting in person and virtually to receive updates on rental assistance programs, the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and developer agreement support, the Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit program. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational updates and routine items like approving minutes.

• Update on Rental Assistance Programs in the City
• Amazon 2 Homeownership Program and support for developer agreement with NHP Foundation
• Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund update
• Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) update

The Housing Commission approved the April 19, 2022 minutes as amended. They discussed updates on rental assistance, the Amazon 2 homeownership program, the Amazon 3 acquisition strike fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit program. A motion was made and seconded to support raising the city's rental/utility assistance from $500 to $1,000 per person and to increase the months of support, with staff to research the best approach. No final vote was recorded on this motion.

• Approved April 19, 2022 minutes as amended (motion passed)
• Motion to support raising rental/utility assistance to $1,000 and increase months of support (seconded, no vote recorded)
• Discussed Amazon 2 homeownership program with 80/20 equity split and 7% developer fee
• Discussed Amazon 3 acquisition strike fund, including MOU progress and rehab at 310 S Maple
• Noted ADU units delayed at Founders Row until September 1, 2022
• Scheduled next meetings for June 28 and July 19, 2022

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council is holding a special meeting regarding the creation of a Public Art Walk. The council will review self-guided routes, costs, quotes, and budget options. Discussion will also include event formats and promotion strategies.

• Review of self-guided routes for the Public Art Walk
• Review of costs, quotes, and budget/funding options
• Discussion of event format and promotion

The Arts and Humanities Council met virtually to plan the Falls Church Art Walk, reviewing signage costs and funding options. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussing A-frame versus metal stake signs, potential sponsors, and promotion strategies. The meeting adjourned after about two minutes.

• Reviewed signage cost estimates: $7,200 for A-frames only or $5,400 with metal frames
• Discussed using Osburn Associates for signs, similar to Tiger Trail signs
• Noted Falls Church Arts declined sponsorship; CATCH Foundation willing to learn more
• Recreation and Parks Department lacks funds but could host as pop-up with small budget
• Agreed to email Education Foundation and Chamber of Commerce about fiscal agency
• Agreed to explore EDA funding
• Planned to request city website page at fallschurchva.gov/artwalk
• Scheduled press release draft by May 16/17

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss ongoing updates to the draft Fellows Property Master Plan, along with routine items like approving minutes and receiving reports. Public comments may be submitted by email until 7:00 PM on May 4, 2022.

• Ongoing updates to the Fellows Property Master Plan draft
• Approval of April 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recreation Director's report
• Student Representative report

The Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks approved sending the Fellows Property Master Plan draft to the City Council or boards and commissions for review. The board also approved the April 6, 2022 minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on park operations and the master plan.

• Approved April 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved sending Fellows Property Master Plan draft to Council or boards and commissions (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority unanimously approved three motions related to the VA Village properties, including using ARPA and CDBG funds for rehabilitation, submitting a VA Housing refinance application, and transferring 208 Gibson Street to the EDA. The board also gave unanimous support to the proposed 15-story senior building component of the West Falls Church redevelopment project after a presentation. Additionally, they approved up to $1,000 for a storm drain design project materials.

• Approved motion to use ARPA and CDBG funds for rehab of 310 S. Maple St. and other VA Village properties (unanimous)
• Approved motion to submit VA Housing refinance application for EDA-owned VA Village properties (unanimous)
• Approved motion to transfer 208 Gibson Street to the EDA (unanimous)
• Gave unanimous support to the 15-story senior building component of West Falls Church project
• Approved up to $1,000 for storm drain design project materials (unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review the group home manager's report, approve minutes, and discuss new business items including a summer internship program, scholarship applications, and trauma-informed spaces. Public comments may be submitted by email until 6:00 p.m. on May 3, 2022.

• Discussion of Summer Internship Program
• Discussion of Scholarship Application
• Discussion of Trauma Informed Spaces
• Group Home Manager's Report
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee met virtually on May 3, 2022, and discussed a potential summer internship program with Arlington Parks & Recreation, including possible applicants from Aurora House and Argus House. They also discussed creating a wish list for trauma-informed space improvements, with a suggested budget of $20,000, and agreed to include carpet and lamps in a general support fund. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Discussed summer internship program with Arlington Parks & Recreation (no formal action)
• Agreed to include carpet and lamps in a general support fund for trauma-informed spaces
• Suggested $20,000 budget for Aurora House improvements (discussion only)

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church Economic Development Committee is meeting virtually to receive staff updates on several redevelopment projects, including a proposed transitional zoning ordinance update and Atlantic's One City Center application. The committee will also discuss prime redevelopment opportunities and recent business openings in the city.

• Update on transitional zoning ordinance to encourage smaller-scale infill redevelopment
• Status update on Atlantic's One City Center application
• Groundbreakings: Insight at Broad & Washington (April 29) and Gateway Partners at West Falls (May 19)
• Redevelopment opportunities: Stratford site and Famille space in Kensington
• New businesses: Solace South, Smoothies outlet, Five Guys in mid-City

The Economic Development Committee met virtually and received staff updates on several topics, including a planned May 16 Council work session on updating the transitional zoning ordinance to encourage smaller-scale infill redevelopment, and the status of Atlantic's One City Center application. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; meeting was for staff updates and discussion

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discuss Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with public access
• Public comments may be submitted to cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The City Council held a virtual agenda meeting to schedule items for its May 2 regular session. No substantive decisions were made; the council only discussed upcoming agenda items, including second readings of ordinances on the budget, capital improvement plan, real estate and personal property taxes, sewer rates, and stormwater rates, as well as several proclamations and a ground breaking event.

• Scheduled May 2 regular session for second readings of budget, CIP, tax, sewer, and stormwater ordinances
• Scheduled proclamations for AAPI Heritage Month, Building Safety Month, Public Works Week, Watershed Awareness Month, and Police Week
• Scheduled April 29 ground breaking for Broad and Washington
• Scheduled April 28 Economic Development Committee meeting
• Scheduled May 1 Women's History Walk

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council is meeting virtually to discuss new business including a refugee assistance update, a request for additional Community Service Fund assistance, and an overview of ARPA emergency assistance programs. Old business includes a debrief on the Equity & Inclusion Workshop and next steps. Public comments are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2022.

• Welcoming Falls Church-Refugee Assistance Update
• Request for Additional Community Service Fund Assistance
• ARPA Emergency Assistance Programs Overview
• Equity & Inclusion Workshop Debrief and Next Steps

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council is meeting to review placemaking plans for West Falls Church. The body will also discuss council charges, the Falls Church Art Walk, and a local history magazine.

• West Falls Church placemaking landscaping and amenity plans
• AHC Charges, Member Agreement, and Member Composition
• Falls Church Art Walk
• Arts & Prosperity Report
• Local History Magazine

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church voted to submit its charges to City Council for review and approval, and approved member agreements with changes. The council also discussed several projects, including a quarterly local history magazine, the Falls Church Art Walk, and a storm drain mural project, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Voted to submit AHC charges to City Council for review and approval
• Voted to approve member agreement with changes
• Voted to submit voting membership chart to City Council for review and approval

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor meets with City Council staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed; the agenda contains only a virtual meeting notice, roll call, and a discussion of scheduling.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss routine operational matters, including draft minutes from the previous meeting and monthly statistics on collections, circulation, and book sales. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of draft meeting minutes from March 16, 2022
• April collection statistics
• April circulation statistics
• April book sale and memorial statistics

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting virtually to receive staff and partner updates on several housing programs, including the Welcoming Falls Church-Refugee Program, the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, the Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists of reports and discussion. Public comments may be submitted by email until 5:00 pm on April 19, 2022.

• Update on Welcoming Falls Church-Refugee Program assistance
• Update on Amazon 2 Homeownership Program by NHP Foundation
• Update on Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund
• Update on Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) program
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with public comment by email

The Falls Church Housing Commission met virtually and approved the March 8, 2022 minutes as amended. Members received updates on the Welcoming Falls Church refugee assistance program, the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, the Amazon 3 Acquisition Strike Fund, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit program. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused.

• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (motion by Shokoor, second by Anderson, passed)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams. Public comments may be submitted by email.

• Discuss Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is meeting electronically to discuss routine business, including approval of March minutes, staff updates, and public comments. They will also review the FY2023 proposed budget for arborist and urban forestry services, and discuss Arbor Day event details for April 23.

• Review of FY2023 Proposed Budget for Arborist and Urban Forestry (pp 20-22)
• Arbor Day April 23 event details
• Founders Row II developer responses to UFC comments
• Discussion of tree planting counts and green infrastructure standards
• Public comments accepted until 6:00 PM on April 13

West Falls Community Development Authority

The West Falls Community Development Authority is meeting virtually to consider approving a Bond Resolution and a Contracts Resolution related to the West Falls development. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a possible closed session. Public comments can be submitted by email.

• Bond Resolution with Trust Indenture, Preliminary Limited Offering Memorandum, Bond Purchase Agreement, Special Assessment Agreement, Rate and Method, MOU, Development Agreement, Authority Continuing Disclosure Agreement
• Contracts Resolution with Administration Agreement and Engineer Contract Proposal from Kimley-Horn
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting
• Closed session if necessary

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor meets with City Council staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; it is primarily an administrative planning session. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with public access
• Public comments may be submitted to cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The City Council met virtually to plan upcoming agenda items, including the April 11 regular session with second readings on the West Falls property conveyance and related agreements, and first readings on the FY23 budget, CIP, and tax ordinances. The April 25 session will include public hearings on the budget and related items. No final decisions were made at this scheduling meeting.

• Scheduled April 11 regular session with second readings on West Falls property conveyance and CDA bond resolution
• Scheduled April 11 first readings on budget, CIP, real estate taxes, sewer rates, stormwater rates, and commercial tax code change
• Scheduled April 25 public hearings on budget, CIP, and tax ordinances
• Cancelled April 13 Appointments Committee meeting
• Cancelled April 26 Gov Ops Committee meeting

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks approved the March 2, 2022 minutes (5-0) and discussed the Fellows Property Master Plan, including a $200,000 design phase and $500,000 earmarked for FY24 construction. The board also agreed to consider moving meetings to the second Wednesday of the month starting in September, pending Planning Commission availability and City Clerk confirmation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to consider moving meetings to second Wednesday of the month starting September (unanimous)
• Volunteered Charley O'Hara as board representative for West Falls Economic Development Project
• Approved closed session for Grand Marshal recommendation (4-0, 1 abstention)

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the creation of a Public Art Walk. The discussion includes goals, potential partners, budget strategy, and event formats.

• Discussion of self-guided routes and promotion for Part 1
• Discussion of event format and promotion for Part 2

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church met virtually to plan a public art walk, aiming to encourage deeper engagement with public art. They discussed goals, audiences, potential partners, and a budget strategy, with plans to complete a self-guided route by Memorial Day weekend. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and planning-focused.

• Discussed creating a public art walk with self-guided routes for west end and downtown/Tinner Hill
• Assigned Mary to draft routes for the art walk
• Assigned Ari to research pricing for promotional materials
• Agreed to seek city budget approval and fiscal sponsorship from local arts nonprofits

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially approve several economic development items, including a proposed new commercial real estate tax for FY '23, a land transfer/lease for the West Falls Church redevelopment project, and a theater subsidy agreement for Founders Row. The agenda also includes updates on housing projects, grant applications, and wayfinding.

• Proposed new commercial real estate tax in FY '23 proposals, BPOL comparison
• Wesley Housing/302 Shirley Street refi/Virginia Village Update
• West Falls Church redevelopment project land transfer/lease and Community Development Authority-City staff presentation and approval request
• Founders Row 1/EDA theatre subsidy info and agreement
• Report on grant applications (closed 3/25) and eligibility change recommendations

The EDA unanimously approved the resolution approving leases, a deed, and a memorandum of agreement with the City for the West Falls Church redevelopment project. They also unanimously approved changes to grant eligibility requirements, including updated operation dates, gross receipts thresholds, and reporting deadlines. No formal vote was taken on the proposed commercial real estate tax; instead, members requested staff provide their comments to City Council.

• Approved resolution for West Falls Church land transfer/lease documents (unanimous)
• Approved changes to grant eligibility requirements (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2022 retreat/minutes (unanimous)
• Requested staff provide comments on proposed commercial real estate tax to City Council (no formal vote)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council met virtually to plan upcoming agenda items, including budget town halls, work sessions on the CIP and budget ordinances, and first readings of the FY2023 budget, CIP, and tax ordinances. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, focused on scheduling and discussion topics.

• Scheduled Budget Town Hall #1 for March 31 at noon
• Scheduled Budget Town Hall #2 for April 21 at 7 pm
• Scheduled work session for April 4 on CIP budget review and ordinances
• Scheduled first readings of FY2023 Budget, CIP, and Tax Ordinances for April 11
• Scheduled CDA bond resolution and special assessment ordinance for April 11
• Scheduled conveyance of West Falls property to EDA for April 11
• Scheduled budget public hearings for April 25
• Scheduled final budget markup work session for April 25

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church Economic Development Committee will receive staff updates on discussions with MCR regarding Founders Row and Founders 2, a timetable for zoning ordinance changes to encourage smaller-scale infill redevelopment, and a request to modify permitted ground-floor uses at the Byron. The committee will also hear reports on wayfinding signs, Kaiser parking signage, and various business openings and projects.

• Staff update on MCR discussions re: Founders Row & Founders 2
• Timetable for Council to consider zoning ordinance update for smaller-scale infill redevelopment in transitional zones
• Request for modification of permitted ground-floor uses at the Byron
• Progress on Wayfinding signs and Kaiser parking signage
• Insight groundbreaking scheduled for April 29 at Broad & Washington

Human Services Advisory Council

The Falls Church Human Services Advisory Council is meeting virtually to discuss reports on the Falls Church Winter Shelter, a Capital Area Food Bank visit, updates on The Fields, and an upcoming Equity & Inclusion Workshop. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and new membership, with public comments accepted until 5 p.m. that day.

• Report from visit to Falls Church Winter Shelter
• Update on Capital Area Food Bank visit
• The Fields update
• Equity & Inclusion Workshop on Mar 26, 2022
• Update on new membership

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a virtual meeting on March 17, 2022, to consider a variance application for a property at 608 Laura Drive. The applicant seeks a rear setback of 19 feet instead of the required 40 feet to build a new single-family dwelling. The board will also approve minutes from its February 17 meeting. Public comments are accepted until 4:30 PM on the meeting date.

• Variance V1630-22 by Priya Krishnan for 608 Laura Drive, R-1A zoning, to reduce rear setback from 40 to 19 feet
• Approval of February 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams due to COVID-19 emergency

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts and Humanities Council will review member charges, responsibilities, and agreements. The council will also discuss updates to the littlecity.org website, the Falls Church Art Walk, and the Beyond our Walls Library Project.

• Review of AHC Charges/Responsibilities
• Review of AHC Member Agreement
• Discussion of AHC Member Composition
• Updates to www.thelittlecity.org website
• Falls Church Art Walk updates

The Arts and Humanities Council discussed proposed updates to its charges, member agreements, and voting membership structure, but took no formal votes. Members debated adding promotion to advocacy, expanding membership eligibility to non-residents who work or own businesses in the city, and changing City Council and staff liaison roles to non-voting. The council also heard updates on the Little City website, Art Walk plans, and a library-American University pilot program.

• Approved February 2022 minutes
• Discussed draft charges, no vote taken
• Discussed draft member agreements, no vote taken
• Discussed voting membership changes, no vote taken

City Council Committee: Legislative

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on legislation, the Virginia state budget, and organizations like the Virginia Municipal League and High Growth Coalition. The agenda is largely informational with no specific decisions or public hearings listed. The committee will also confirm its next meeting date.

• Legislation updates
• Virginia budget updates
• VML and High Growth Coalition updates
• Confirm next meeting date

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee met virtually on March 16, 2022, to discuss legislation updates, Virginia budget updates, and updates from the Virginia Municipal League and High Growth Coalition. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

Library Board of Trustees

The Mary Riley Styles Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss agenda items, including draft minutes from February and various statistical reports. The agenda lists documents for collection, circulation, and book sale statistics, but no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Draft minutes from February 9, 2022 virtual meeting
• Collection statistics report
• Circulation statistics report
• Book sale and memorial statistics report

The Library Board approved the February 9, 2022 meeting minutes with a minor change and selected a small black granite LEED plaque for the outside front wall. They discussed the new 54-hour schedule, budget, and staffing, with Council liaison suggesting a presentation to Council on adding hours. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved February 9, 2022 meeting minutes with minor change (unanimous)
• Selected small black granite LEED plaque for outside front wall (preference expressed)

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will hold a virtual meeting to approve February minutes and receive staff updates, including a budget correction for the 2022 NTP. The body will discuss the 2021 State of Our Urban Forest report, the Green Infrastructure Plan, and the Urban Forestry Management Plan. No specific dollar amounts or contract awards are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of February Minutes
• Correction of VPIS NTP 2022 budget
• 2021 State of Our Urban Forest report
• Green Infrastructure Plan/Standards
• UF Management Plan

The Urban Forestry Commission approved the February 2022 minutes and discussed several informational items, including a draft State of the Urban Forest report and the 2021 annual report. The commission tabled a decision on an electronic participation policy for meetings, pending further guidance from the state and input from incoming members. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy changes.

• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled electronic participation policy discussion to next meeting
• Reviewed draft 2021 State of the Urban Forest report
• Reviewed draft 2021 UFC Annual Report for future council agenda

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; it is a planning session open to the public.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is interviewing candidates for vacancies and reappointments to the Arts and Humanities Council and the Public Utilities Commission. The committee will hear from one new applicant and one reappointment request for the Arts Council, and six new applicants for five Public Utilities Commission terms. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; it is an interview and discussion session.

• Interview: Ariadne Autor, new applicant, Arts and Humanities Council (At-Large, term 03/01/22–02/28/25)
• Reappointment request: Mary Sellers, Arts and Humanities Council (At-Large, term 03/01/22–02/28/25)
• Interviews: six new applicants for Public Utilities Commission (5 four-year terms)
• Arts and Humanities Council: 2 applicants for 1 available term
• Public Utilities Commission: 6 applicants for 5 terms

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee met on March 9, 2022, to interview candidates for the Arts and Humanities Council and the Public Utilities Commission. The committee interviewed two applicants for one Arts and Humanities Council term and six applicants for five Public Utilities Commission terms. No final appointments were made at this meeting; the committee went into closed session to discuss candidates and certified the closed session as lawful.

• Interviewed Ariadne Autor for Arts and Humanities Council At-Large position
• Interviewed Mary Sellers for Arts and Humanities Council At-Large reappointment
• Interviewed Martha Haines for Public Utilities Commission
• Interviewed Marcellus Davis for Public Utilities Commission
• Interviewed Daniel Kirk for Public Utilities Commission
• Interviewed Julianne Hamilton for Public Utilities Commission
• Interviewed Tim Roche for Public Utilities Commission
• Interviewed Michael Doctor for Public Utilities Commission

Architectural Advisory Board

The Falls Church Architectural Advisory Board is meeting virtually to review and comment on the One City Center Special Exception Application, a mixed-use project at the intersection of W. Broad Street and S. Maple Avenue. The board will discuss a draft memo to the City Council with its comments on the application. Public comments may be submitted by email until 7:30 PM on March 9, 2022.

• Review of One City Center Special Exception Application at W. Broad Street and S. Maple Avenue
• Properties include 150 S. Washington Street, 101 W. Broad Street, 191 W. Broad Street, 201 W. Broad Street, and S. Maple Avenue
• Zoned B-2 Central Business
• Draft AAB Memo to Council with comments on One City Center
• Public comments accepted via email until 7:30 PM on March 9, 2022

The Falls Church Architectural Advisory Board unanimously approved a draft memo relaying comments on the One City Center Special Exception Application to City Council. The comments were based on a project presentation from the previous meeting on Feb 9, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft memo with comments on One City Center Special Exception Application (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are on the agenda; it is primarily for planning and coordination.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The meeting was procedural, focused on scheduling agenda items. No formal votes were taken. Key items scheduled include a resolution on Ukraine, a property transfer to the EDA (deferred to April 11), and a work session on the CDA bond resolution.

• Scheduled Ukraine resolution for March 14 Regular Session
• Deferred West Falls property transfer to EDA to April 11
• Scheduled CDA bond resolution work session for March 14
• Scheduled FY2023 budget presentation for March 28

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is holding a retreat to review 2021, discuss its budget, and explore topics like tax abatements, affordable housing, revenue generation, and the West End Project. The meeting is virtual and includes public comment submission by March 7.

• Approval of March 1 meeting minutes
• Approval of updated Electronic Participation Policy
• Discussion of City Incentives Tax Abatement for office buildings
• Affordable housing/Virginia Village update
• ARPA Project Overview/Discussion

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority approved up to $30,000 for concrete sidewalk bumpouts, hydrovac costs, test pits, and VDOT charges related to the Wayfinding signage project. The board also unanimously approved the March 1 meeting minutes and an updated electronic participation policy (Resolution 22-01). The meeting included a retreat covering the 2021 year in review, budget updates, and discussions on affordable housing, revenue options, and the West End project.

• Approved March 1 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved updated electronic participation policy, Resolution 22-01 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $30k for wayfinding sidewalk bumpouts, hydrovac, test pits, and VDOT charges (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Fields Apartments, the Amazon 2 Homeownership Program, and the Affordable Dwelling Unit Program, and to plan its 2022 activities. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5 pm on March 8, 2022.

• The Fields Apartments update
• Amazon 2 Homeownership Program update by Mansur Abdul Malik of NHP Foundation
• Affordable Dwelling Unit Program update by Staff Adam Nowaczyk
• Housing Commission planning for 2022

The Falls Church Housing Commission approved a recommendation to provide $400,000 for the Amazon 2 project and $100,000 for the Amazon 3-5 project as matching funds for Amazon grants. The commission also discussed the One City Center development, which would include 25 affordable dwelling units, and continued talks on setting affordable housing goals. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved $400,000 match for Amazon 2 project (motion by Anderson, seconded by Hicks)
• Approved $100,000 match for Amazon 3-5 project (same motion)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022, as amended

West Falls Community Development Authority

The West Falls Community Development Authority is meeting virtually to consider authorizing its chairman to execute a confidentiality agreement and to review documents, including a bond resolution, for future action. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed beyond these items. Public comments may be submitted by email.

• Resolution to authorize CDA chairman to execute confidentiality agreement
• Review of bond resolution for future action
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2021 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for noon April 5, 2022

The West Falls Community Development Authority approved minutes from its August 19, 2021 meeting (4-0, with one abstention) and authorized the chair to execute a confidentiality agreement (5-0). Members also reviewed draft bond and project documents for future action, with discussion on whether the bonds could qualify as green or ESG investments. The next meeting was scheduled for April 5, 2022.

• Approved August 19, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Trauberman abstaining)
• Authorized chair to execute confidentiality agreement (5-0)

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to review the group home manager's report and discuss new business, including a summer internship program and trauma-informed spaces. Public comments may be submitted by email until 6:00 p.m. on March 8, 2022.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Group Home Manager's Report
• Discussion of Summer Internship Program
• Discussion of Trauma Informed Spaces

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee approved the November 16, 2021 minutes and discussed two main items: a proposed summer internship pilot program for teens and improvements to make the group home's main level less institutional. No formal votes were taken on these items; they remain in discussion. The committee also received updates on residents, accreditation, and community outreach.

• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussed summer internship pilot program, considering 4-month length and mentor support
• Discussed trauma-informed space improvements, including paint, furniture, and a wall tree mural
• Scheduled a tour of residential space for Ms. Garriga

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Economic Development Committee will review staff updates on the One City Center application and the Founders Row commercial leasing. The agenda includes a report on the timetable for updating the zoning ordinance to encourage smaller-scale infill redevelopment in transitional zones. Staff will also provide updates on property assessments, tax rates, and various mid-City redevelopment projects.

• Staff update on One City Center application timetable
• Staff update on timetable for updating zoning ordinance for smaller-scale infill redevelopment
• Staff report on progress with Kaiser regarding expanded public parking hours
• Staff report on redevelopment projects at Harvey’s, 419 W. Broad, former SunTrust Bank, and future Five Guys outlet
• Information on new CFC property assessments and projected property tax rates

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee met virtually on March 3, 2022, to receive staff updates on various economic development topics. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural, covering items such as the One City Center application, Founders Row leasing, Kaiser parking arrangements, zoning ordinance updates, and redevelopment projects. The next meeting was scheduled for March 24, 2022.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
• Scheduled next EDC meeting for March 24, 2022 at 1pm

Economic Development Authority Affordable Housing Subcommittee

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority Affordable Housing Subcommittee is meeting virtually to discuss the Virginia Village project. The agenda lists only this discussion item, with no decisions or votes scheduled. Public comments were accepted by email until March 2.

• Discussion of Virginia Village
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• Public comments accepted by email until 8:00 pm March 2

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation and Parks Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss new business, including a presentation on One City Center and a request from CACT regarding prioritization of bike routes. They will also receive updates on the Fellows Property Master Plan Draft and approve minutes from December 1, 2021. Public comments can be submitted by email until 7:00 P.M. on March 2, 2022.

• One City Center presentation and discussion
• Request from CACT regarding prioritization of bike routes in the City
• Ongoing updates to the Fellows Property Master Plan Draft
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2021

The Advisory Board of Recreation and Parks met virtually and approved the December 1, 2021 minutes with corrections (4-0). The board discussed the One City Center development proposal, including a proposed park and voluntary concessions, and agreed to submit comments to the Planning Department. They also discussed supporting the CACT's bike route prioritization and continued updates to the Fellows Property Master Plan. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes with corrections (4-0)
• Agreed to submit comments on One City Center park design to Planning Department
• Discussed supporting CACT bike route prioritization; staff to draft language for April vote
• Continued Fellows Property Master Plan updates; revised plan expected in April

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff discuss the council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming City Council agenda items, not a decision-making session. No votes were taken and no substantive decisions were made. The council reviewed a calendar of future meetings, work sessions, and consent items, including proclamations, budget presentations, and the Founders Row II project.

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually to approve February minutes, dissolve its Affordable Housing Subcommittee, and discuss a proposed ARPA submission for March 2022. The board will also consider rescheduling its retreat. Public comments are accepted until February 28.

• Dissolution of Affordable Housing Subcommittee
• Discussion of new proposed ARPA submission for March 2022
• Approval of February 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of retreat date reschedule

The Economic Development Authority met virtually and discussed the dissolution of the Affordable Housing Subcommittee and a proposed ARPA submission. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was primarily for discussion and planning, including rescheduling a retreat date.

• Discussed dissolution of Affordable Housing Subcommittee
• Discussed ARPA project overview and proposed submission
• Discussed rescheduling of retreat date

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are listed; the meeting is open to the public and held virtually due to COVID-19. Public comments may be submitted by email.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with call-in option
• Public comments accepted via cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov

The City Council met virtually to schedule upcoming agenda items, including the FY2023 budget presentation, public hearings, and final consideration of Founders Row II. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, focusing on dates for committee meetings, work sessions, and regular sessions.

• Scheduled FY2023 budget presentation for Mar 28 regular session
• Scheduled budget public hearings for Apr 25 regular session
• Scheduled Founders Row II final consideration for Mar 28 (tentative)
• Scheduled One City Center review for Apr 18 work session
• Scheduled CDA bond resolution and special assessment ordinance readings for Mar 14 and Mar 28
• Scheduled proclamations for Social Worker Month, Procurement Month, and Women's History Month for Mar 14

City Council Committee: Legislative

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on legislation, the Virginia state budget, and updates from the Virginia Municipal League and High Growth Coalition. The agenda is largely informational with no specific decisions or public hearings listed. The committee will also confirm its next meeting date.

• Legislation updates
• Virginia budget updates
• VML and High Growth Coalition updates
• Confirm next meeting date

City Council

This is a City Council retreat, not a regular business meeting. The Council will brainstorm and form priorities for the FY23/24 work plan, covering topics like inclusiveness, environmental sustainability, economic vitality, governance, mobility, and education. They will also discuss internal processes and expectations with city staff. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY23/24 work plan brainstorming and priority setting
• Discussion of city staff capacity and council processes
• Topics include environmental sustainability, economic vitality, mobility, and education
• Review of Comprehensive Plan vision chapter and council rules of procedure

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider two variance applications. One seeks to reduce a front porch setback at 600 Jackson Street, and the other requests a reduced rear setback for a new dwelling at 608 Laura Drive. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Variance V1629-21: front porch setback of 18.7 ft instead of 22 ft at 600 Jackson Street
• Variance V1630-22: rear setback of 19 ft instead of 40 ft for new dwelling at 608 Laura Drive
• Approval of January 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Human Services Advisory Council

The Falls Church Human Services Advisory Council will meet virtually to discuss new business including comments on the One City Center development, an update on The Fields, and a request from the Capital Area Food Bank for a city contribution to build a new warehouse. They will also continue old business on Community Services Fund recommendations for Fiscal Year 2023 and social equity community training. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5 p.m. on February 17, 2022.

• One City Center HSAC comments from Atlantic Realty Companies developer
• The Fields update by staff Dana Lewis
• Capital Area Food Bank request for city contribution to build new warehouse
• Community Services Fund recommendations for Fiscal Year 2023
• Social equity community training discussion

The Human Services Advisory Council approved a motion to recommend the same funding allocations to each applicant as approved last year, given current funding. Members also asked the City to appropriate an additional $70,000 to offset a predicted reduction in CDBG funding to nonprofits, plus $10,000 above that to meet demand from current grantees. The council heard presentations on the proposed One City Center development and an update on The Fields, and approved the January 27, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes from January 27, 2021 meeting
• Moved to recommend same funding allocations to each applicant as approved last year; motion passed unanimously
• Requested City appropriate an additional $70,000 to make up for predicted CDBG funding reduction to nonprofits
• Requested $10,000 above that amount to better meet demand from current grantees
• Heard presentation on One City Center mixed use development; members generally supportive including affordable housing component
• Received update on The Fields; residents reporting improvements
• Noted Craig Cheney stepping down after 22 years; Brian Bowden to fill vacancy

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council will meet virtually to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes a presentation from developer Atlantic Realty Companies regarding One City Center.

• Presentation by Atlantic Realty Companies regarding One City Center
• Review of Arts & Humanities Council Strategic Plan
• Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church met virtually on February 17, 2022, and heard a presentation on the One City Center redevelopment project, which will repurpose George Mason Square Plaza with a mixed-use building, a grocery store, a new City Center Park, and an LED screen. Council members discussed incorporating local art, historic interpretation, and performance space improvements, but no formal decisions were made on the project. The council approved the January 2022 minutes and discussed updates on the strategic plan, the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study, and a potential spring Art Walk, all without formal votes.

• Approved the January 2022 meeting minutes.
• Received a presentation on the One City Center redevelopment project (no action taken).
• Discussed providing feedback on public art designs for One City Center (no formal decision).
• Discussed planning a spring Art Walk event (no formal decision).
• Noted the City's participation in the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study, with survey collection delayed to May.
• Noted that a draft of updated AHC roles/responsibilities will be reviewed at the March meeting.

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss staff updates, including hiring and the FY23 budget, and current business items such as the Tree of the Year selection, the 2022 annual report, and potential code changes. The meeting includes public comment periods and is conducted under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.

• Staff update on hiring and FY23 budget
• Discussion of Tree of the Year selection
• Review of UFC Annual Report 2022
• Discussion of stormwater management and tree preservation on residential lots
• Consideration of UF code changes

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission unanimously selected the Yellowwood as the 2022 Tree of the Year, fulfilling a Tree City USA obligation. The commission also approved the January 2022 minutes and discussed staff updates, the Neighborhood Tree Program, and greenspace research. No other formal votes were taken; most items were informational or forward-looking.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes
• Selected Yellowwood as 2022 Tree of the Year (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board will review fourth-quarter 2021 investment performance for the Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB, consider revisions to investment policy statement ranges, and vote on authorizing a record-keeping RFP. They will also adopt annual policies (Ethics, Contract and Purchasing), discuss OPEB legal structure, and handle routine items like minutes and consent agenda. Public comments may be submitted until 6:30 PM on the meeting day.

• Q4 2021 investment performance review for Basic and Police Pension Plans and OPEB (AndCo Consulting)
• Proposed IPS range revisions for Basic, Police, and OPEB (action)
• Record Keeping RFP development consultant/award authorization (action)
• Annual policy review and adoption: Ethics Policy, Contract and Purchasing Policy (action)
• 2022 Work Plan special project timeline changes (action)

The Falls Church Retirement Board approved revised investment policy statement (IPS) ranges for the Basic, Police, and OPEB plans, directing the Plan Administrator to forward them to City Council for action. The Board also authorized starting a recordkeeping RFP process with AndCo Consulting, approved the Ethics and Contracting/Purchasing policies, and accepted the 2022 work plan revisions. All motions passed 6-0-1 with Nate Dupree absent.

• Approved IPS range revisions for Basic, Police, and OPEB plans (6-0-1)
• Authorized Plan Administrator to work with AndCo on recordkeeping RFP (6-0-1)
• Approved Ethics Policy and Contracting and Purchasing Policy (6-0-1)
• Approved 2022 Retirement Board work plan revisions (6-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including annual report and quarterly report (6-0-1)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (6-0-1)

Architectural Advisory Board

The Falls Church Architectural Advisory Board will meet virtually to provide feedback on the One City Center Special Exception Application, a mixed-use project at the intersection of W. Broad Street and S. Maple Avenue. The board will also consider approval of its 2022 meeting calendar and rules of procedure. Public comments are accepted until 7:30 PM on February 9, 2022.

• One City Center Special Exception Application at W. Broad St. and S. Maple Ave. (multiple parcels, B-2 Central Business zone)
• Approval of 2022 Meeting Calendar
• Approval of 2022 Rules of Procedure

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are listed; it is primarily an administrative planning session open to the public.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a scheduling meeting, not a decision-making session. The Council reviewed items for the upcoming Feb. 14 Regular Session, including resolutions for Amazon REACH grants, an affordable housing cooperative agreement, conveyance of a West Falls parcel, and several consent contracts. No votes were taken; the Feb. 22 Government Operations meeting was cancelled.

• Scheduled Feb. 14 Regular Session agenda items
• Cancelled Feb. 22 Government Operations meeting
• Scheduled Feb. 16 Legislative Committee meeting
• Scheduled Feb. 18 Budget and Finance Committee meeting
• Scheduled Feb. 24 Economic Development Committee meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to discuss the FY2023 library budget, a draft letter regarding the One City Center project, and various statistics reports. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and review of collection, circulation, and book sale statistics.

• FY2023 Library Budget Report
• Draft letter for One City Center project
• Collection statistics report
• Circulation statistics report
• Book sale and memorial statistics report

The Library Board of Trustees approved the Falls Church History Room policy on its second reading, with all members voting AYE. The board also approved the December 15, 2021 meeting minutes. Discussions included the One City Center project's voluntary concessions for the library, with plans to draft a letter to City Council. The board received updates on library construction and the FY2023 budget process.

• Approved Falls Church History Room policy on second reading (unanimous)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0, Peterson abstained)

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee is interviewing candidates for vacancies on several boards and commissions, including the Historic Architectural Review Board, Urban Forestry Commission, Library Board of Trustees, Human Services Advisory Council, Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation, and others. The meeting also includes reappointment requests and new appointments. This is a routine personnel matter, not a policy decision.

• Interview Allen Greenberg for Historic Architectural Review Board (term 02/01/21–01/31/25)
• Interview Alison Miller and Jennifer Anderson for Urban Forestry Commission (3 vacancies)
• Interview Elisabeth Bracken for Library Board of Trustees (unexpired term to 06/30/25)
• Interview Brian Bowden and Erin Kampschroer, Chris Norloff, Stuart Whitaker for Human Services Advisory Council and Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation
• Reappoint Debra Z. Roth to Human Services Advisory Council (03/01/22–02/28/25)

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee interviewed prospective candidates for several boards and commissions, including the Historic Architectural Review Board, Urban Forestry Commission, Library Board of Trustees, Human Services Advisory Council, and Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation. The committee also discussed reappointments and new appointments, and held a closed session to consider candidates. No final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Interviewed Allen Greenberg for Historic Architectural Review Board
• Interviewed Alison Miller and Jennifer Anderson for Urban Forestry Commission
• Interviewed Elisabeth Bracken for Library Board of Trustees
• Interviewed Brian Bowden for Human Services Advisory Council
• Interviewed Erin Kampschroer, Chris Norloff, and Stuart Whitaker for Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation
• Discussed reappointment of Debra Z. Roth to Human Services Advisory Council
• Discussed new appointments including Tatiana Eaves, Kristine Ward, Tim Stevens, and Nikki Henderson
• Held closed session to discuss prospective candidates (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission will meet virtually to discuss and possibly act on several housing-related items, including developer comments on the One City Center project, a follow-up on The Fields Apartments, an Affordable Housing Fund request involving Amazon and VA Village, an update on Amazon grants, and a continuation of the affordable housing goals discussion. Public comments are accepted until 5:00 pm on the meeting day.

• One City Center – Housing Commission comments by Atlantic Realty Companies (developer)
• The Fields Apartments – follow-up discussion
• Affordable Housing Fund Request – Amazon & VA Village
• Amazon Grants update
• Affordable Housing Goals discussion continuation

Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, a manager's report, and new business items such as reviewing committee rules and purpose, recapping fundraising efforts, and discussing a summer internship program and trauma-informed spaces. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Committee Rules and Purpose
• Recap of Fundraising Efforts
• Summer Internship Program discussion
• Trauma Informed Spaces discussion

The Aurora House Citizens' Advisory Committee met virtually and received updates on residents, staffing, and fundraising. No formal votes or decisions were taken; discussions covered a proposed summer internship program and potential facility improvements.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Reviewed committee rules and purpose
• Discussed proposed Summer Internship Program for Aurora and Argus House students
• Discussed Trauma Informed Spaces improvements for Aurora House

Housing Commission

The Falls Church Housing Commission will meet virtually to review two Affordable Housing Fund requests: one from NHP Foundation for the Amazon Homeownership Project and one from HHS for the Virginia Village Quad acquisition at 310 S. Maple. The commission will then make a recommendation on possible funding for these projects.

• Affordable Housing Fund Request #1: NHP Foundation Amazon Homeownership Project
• Affordable Housing Fund Request #2: HHS - Virginia Village Quad - 310 S. Maple Acquisition Purchase to Preserve Affordable Market Rate Housing
• Recommendation on possible funding for projects

The Falls Church Housing Commission approved the formation of a committee to review two Affordable Housing Fund requests and make funding recommendations. The committee includes members from the Planning Commission, Housing Commission, developers, and FCHC. The commission also approved the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes as amended. No funding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved December 14, 2021 meeting minutes as amended
• Approved committee members to review Affordable Housing Fund requests

Retirement Board

The Falls Church Retirement Board is holding a virtual meeting to discuss targeted trustee questions regarding Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) legal matters. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no votes or decisions listed.

• OPEB legal discussion with targeted trustee questions

Recreation & Parks Advisory Board

The Falls Church Recreation & Parks Advisory Board is meeting virtually to approve December minutes, hear a recreation director's report, and hold a community discussion on the Fellows Property Master Plan draft. Public comments are accepted by email until 7:00 PM on February 2, 2022. The meeting is conducted under Virginia FOIA rules for virtual meetings during the COVID-19 emergency.

• Community discussion on Fellows Property Master Plan draft
• Approval of December 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recreation Director's report
• Public petitions and board member petitions accepted
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams with emailed comments to jhilgendorf@fallschurchva.gov

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

The Mayor will meet with City Council staff to discuss upcoming meeting agendas and the Council schedule. This is a procedural meeting for staff and leadership coordination.

• Discussion of Council schedule
• Review of upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council held a virtual agenda meeting to schedule items for upcoming sessions. No final decisions were made; the council previewed the Feb 14 Regular Session agenda, which includes resolutions for Amazon REACH grants, affordable housing agreements, and the first reading of the West Falls parcel conveyance to the EDA. Consent items were also listed for authorization of contracts and agreements.

• Scheduled Feb 14 Regular Session agenda items (no vote taken)
• Listed consent items for Feb 14: CDBG/Fairfax County agreement, transportation and sewer engineering contracts, VDOT wayfinding sign agreement
• Scheduled Feb 7 work session with Housing Commission on Founders Row II and affordable housing
• Scheduled Feb 16 Legislative Committee, Feb 18 Budget and Finance Committee, Feb 22 Gov Ops and Council Retreat

City Council Committee: Legislative

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee is meeting virtually to receive updates on state legislation, the Virginia budget, and updates from the Virginia Municipal League and High Growth Coalition. The committee will also confirm the next meeting date. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Legislation updates
• Virginia budget updates
• VML and High Growth Coalition updates
• Confirm next meeting date

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee held a virtual meeting on February 2, 2022, with three council members present. The agenda included updates on legislation, the Virginia budget, and VML/High Growth Coalition activities, but no substantive decisions were made. The meeting adjourned at 10:31am.

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually to discuss several economic development items, including a land transfer at West Falls Church, a presentation on Atlantic's One City Center project, and updates on Virginia Village, ARPA funds, and the EDA budget. The meeting also includes routine items like approving January minutes and electing officers. Public comments were accepted until January 31.

• West Falls Church Land Transfer discussion with Wyatt Shields
• Presentation on Atlantic's One City Center project
• Virginia Village update
• ARPA update
• EDA budget update

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority voted unanimously to approve the January 2022 meeting minutes and re-elected Bob Young as Chair and Brian Williams as Vice Chair. The EDA expressed support for Atlantic Realty's One City Center project with nine conditions, including design improvements, parking plans, and wayfinding signage. A special committee was formed to discuss Virginia Village affordable housing, and the EDA retreat was set for March 1 at Viget Labs.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Bob Young as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Brian Williams as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Jim Snyder as Executive Director (unanimous)
• Expressed support for One City Center project with 9 conditions
• Created special committee on Virginia Village affordable housing (consensus)
• Decided to hold retreat in person with virtual option on March 1

City Council

The Falls Church City Council is holding a retreat to brainstorm and form priorities for the FY23/24 work plan, covering topics like inclusiveness, environmental sustainability, economic vitality, governance, mobility, and education. The meeting also includes discussions on City Council and staff processes and expectations. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; it is a planning and discussion session.

• FY23/24 work plan brainstorming and priority setting
• Discussion of City Council and staff processes and expectations
• Review of Comprehensive Plan vision chapter and work plan attachments
• Topics include inclusiveness, environmental sustainability, economic vitality, governance, mobility, small town character, education, health and public safety

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council is meeting virtually to discuss new business, including a Community Services Fund presentation for Fiscal Year 2023, the Falls Church Farmers Market now accepting SNAP benefits, and a policy on electronic meeting participation. They will also receive an update on social equity community training. Public comments can be submitted by email until 5:00 p.m. on August 19, 2021.

• Community Services Fund presentation for Fiscal Year 2023
• Falls Church Farmers Market now accepting SNAP
• Policy on participation in meetings through electronic means
• Social equity community training update

The Human Services Advisory Council approved a policy permitting electronic participation in meetings even after boards return to in-person sessions. The council also discussed supporting refugee rental housing through potential fund applications, noted SNAP acceptance at the Farmers Market, and received updates on social equity training and housing issues.

• Adopted policy on electronic meeting participation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting
• Discussed supporting 'Renting to Refugees' program with possible fund applications
• Noted Farmers Market now accepts SNAP with Fresh Match dollar-for-dollar match

City Council Committee: Economic Development

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee is meeting virtually to discuss ongoing and upcoming commercial redevelopment projects, including Founders Row, One City Center, and Broad & Washington. They will also review a proposed zoning ordinance update for smaller-scale infill redevelopment and receive updates on commercial leasing, property assessments, and code enforcement. The meeting is open to the public, with comments accepted via email.

• Founders 2 application (Mill Creek) status and commercial leasing recap at Founders Row
• Redevelopment projects in mid-City: former FC Florist building and former SunTrust Bank
• One City Center (Atlantic) check-in on February presentation calendar
• Proposed zoning ordinance update to encourage smaller-scale infill redevelopment in transitional zones
• Groundbreaking plans for Broad & Washington (Insight) and West Falls (FCGateway Partners)

The Falls Church City Council Economic Development Committee met virtually on January 27, 2022, to discuss ongoing and upcoming economic development projects. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, covering topics such as the Founders 2 application, redevelopment projects, commercial leasing, and zoning updates.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this meeting

Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church

The Arts & Humanities Council of Falls Church is meeting to review the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study. The council will also conduct a SWAT analysis as part of its Strategic Plan Review.

• Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study
• Strategic Plan Review SWAT Analysis
• Approval of November minutes

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church approved the November 2021 minutes and discussed applying for the Arts & Economic Prosperity study, with funding from the CATCH Foundation. The meeting focused on a strategic plan review, including a SWOT analysis, but no formal decisions were made on the plan. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no public comments received.

• Approved November 2021 minutes
• Discussed applying for Arts & Economic Prosperity study (no formal vote)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural agenda meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. The meeting is open to the public and held virtually due to COVID-19. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a scheduling meeting to plan upcoming City Council agenda items, not a decision-making session. No formal votes or approvals occurred. The council discussed items for future meetings, including a code enforcement report, a fiscal impact model, and several consent agenda items.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was for scheduling only
• Scheduled Jan 24 Regular Session with Planning Commission Annual Report and Black History Month Proclamation
• Scheduled Feb 7 Work Session to discuss Founders Row II and East End Area Plan Update
• Scheduled Feb 14 Regular Session with VA Housing/Amazon REACH Grant Award Resolution

Library Board of Trustees

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and vote on a second reading of the Falls Church History Room Collection Management Policy and a related Deed of Gift & Donation Form. The board will also review draft minutes from the December 15, 2021 meeting and receive reports on collection, circulation, book sale, and memorial statistics.

• Second reading of LH-1 Falls Church History Room Collection Management Policy
• Second reading of Falls Church History Room Deed of Gift & Donation Form
• Review of draft meeting minutes from December 15, 2021
• Collection statistics report
• Circulation statistics report

The Falls Church Library Board of Trustees approved the first reading of the Falls Church History Room Collection Management policy with minor changes, including an added equity statement. The board also approved sending a letter of gratitude to City Council, moved the February meeting to February 9, and received updates on the library project, budget, and community initiatives.

• Approved November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending gratitude letter to City Council for Lionel Millard, Jenny Carroll, and library staff (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Falls Church History Room Collection Management policy with changes (unanimous)
• Moved February 2022 meeting to February 9
• Removed Library Project Update as stand-alone agenda item, folded into Director's announcements

Electoral Board

The Falls Church Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, appointing officers of election, and discussing redistricting. The agenda also includes public comment and a possible closed session to determine board offices.

• Appoint Officers of Election
• Discuss redistricting
• Determine Electoral Board Offices (closed session if necessary)
• Public comment period
• Approval of minutes

Urban Forestry Commission

The Falls Church Urban Forestry Commission is meeting virtually to discuss routine business, including approval of December 2021 minutes, public comments, and staff updates. The main item is a presentation by developers for the One City Center project, with a February 23 deadline for comments. Other topics include Arbor Day planning, the annual report, and various forestry-related plans and standards.

• One City Center presentation by developers (comments due Feb 23)
• Arbor Day Planning and Tree of the Year Nominations
• UFC Annual Report Draft
• Climate Change and Mitigation Energy Action Plan
• UF Code Changes

The Urban Forestry Commission heard a presentation from One City Center developers on their mixed-use redevelopment proposal, which includes requests for special exceptions for building height increase to 115 feet and site plan approvals. The Commission discussed greenspace, tree canopy, stormwater management, and wildlife concerns, and will consolidate comments for the February meeting. No formal decisions were made on the project. The Commission also approved December minutes and discussed Arbor Day planning and the annual report.

• Approved December meeting minutes
• Tabled Greenspace Analysis Resources until February meeting
• Scheduled Tree of the Year selection for February meeting
• Agreed to prepare consolidated comments on One City Center for February meeting

City Council Committee: Legislative

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee will meet virtually to discuss several legislative and policy items, including a possible membership in the High Growth Coalition, a charter amendment briefing, and transportation budget amendments requested by the Virginia Municipal League. They will also review redistricting changes and timing, and consider options for meetings with state delegates Saslaw and Simon, including a town hall. The meeting is open to the public, with comments accepted via email.

• High Growth Coalition membership benefit option
• Charter Amendment briefing
• Transportation Budget Amendments (VML requested)
• Redistricting changes and timing
• Saslaw and Simon community town hall

The Falls Church City Council Legislative Committee met virtually on January 19, 2022, to discuss a range of state legislative topics, including membership in the High Growth Coalition, a charter amendment briefing, and transportation budget amendments. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural, covering items such as upcoming dinners with state legislators and redistricting timing. The committee adjourned at 10:45 am.

• Discussed High Growth Coalition membership benefit option (no action)
• Received charter amendment briefing (no action)
• Discussed VML Local Government Day and Delegation dinner on Feb 3rd (no action)
• Discussed Saslaw and Simon Feb 3rd dinner meeting option (no action)
• Discussed Saslaw and Simon community town hall (no action)
• Discussed transportation budget amendments requested by VML (no action)
• Discussed redistricting changes and timing (no action)
• Reviewed known bill and new administration initiative status (no action)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Falls Church Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a virtual meeting to consider a variance application for a second-story addition at 600 Jackson Street, along with electing officers and adopting rules of procedure. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and the 2022 annual calendar.

• Variance application V1629-21 for 600 Jackson Street: front setback 25.2 ft (required 30), side setback 10.1 ft (required 15), porch setback 18.7 ft (required 22)
• Election of officers and adoption of Rules of Procedure
• Approval of September 16, 2021 and November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of BZA Resolution V1626-21
• 2022 BZA Annual Calendar

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved variances for a front setback of 25.2 feet and a side setback of 10.1 feet to allow a second-story addition at 600 Jackson Street, but continued the request for a front porch setback variance to a future meeting pending a revised design. The board also re-elected Keith Bartlett as chair, elected John Misleh as vice chair, adopted the 2022 rules of procedure, approved the 2022 meeting calendar, and approved minutes from September and November 2021 meetings.

• Approved front setback variance (25.2 ft instead of 30 ft) for 600 Jackson St. (unanimous)
• Approved side setback variance (10.1 ft instead of 15 ft) for 600 Jackson St. (unanimous)
• Continued front porch setback variance (18.7 ft instead of 22 ft) pending revised design
• Re-elected Keith Bartlett as chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected John Misleh as vice chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 BZA meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Sept. 16, 2021 and Nov. 18, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural Mayor's Agenda Meeting with City Council staff to review the Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or substantive policy items are listed; it is primarily administrative and open to the public virtually.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

This was a scheduling meeting with no substantive decisions made. The Council discussed items for upcoming meetings, including a Jan 18 virtual work session and a Jan 24 in-person regular session, but took no votes or formal actions.

City Council Committee: Appointments

The Appointments Committee is meeting to conduct exit and new applicant interviews for city boards and commissions. They will hear from Kathleen Philpott Costa (exit interview, Urban Forestry Commission), Ross Litkenhous (new applicant, Economic Development Authority), and Arthur Agin (reappointment request, Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation). No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Exit interview: Kathleen Philpott Costa – Urban Forestry Commission (term ended December 2021)
• New applicant: Ross Litkenhous – Economic Development Authority (unexpired term through 11/30/23)
• Reappointment request: Arthur Agin – Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation (02/01/22 – 01/31/25)

The Falls Church City Council Appointments Committee met virtually on January 12, 2022, to conduct an exit interview with Kathleen Philpott Costa of the Urban Forestry Commission, interview new applicant Ross Litkenhous for the Economic Development Authority, and consider a reappointment request from Arthur Agin to the Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation. The committee also held a closed session to discuss prospective candidates, as permitted by Virginia law, and certified the session's compliance. No final appointments were made during this meeting.

• Held exit interview with Kathleen Philpott Costa (Urban Forestry Commission)
• Interviewed new applicant Ross Litkenhous for Economic Development Authority
• Considered reappointment request of Arthur Agin to Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation
• Held closed session to discuss prospective candidates (2-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (2-0)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review an Affordable Housing Fund request regarding Amazon & VA Village. The meeting also includes updates on Amazon grants, the Housing Equity Workshop, and a continuation of discussions on affordable housing goals.

• Affordable Housing Fund Request: Amazon & VA Village
• Housing Equity Workshop Update
• The Fields Apartments follow up
• Amazon Grants update
• Affordable Housing Goals discussion continuation

The Falls Church Housing Commission approved a committee to review two Affordable Housing Fund requests and make funding recommendations. The commission also discussed ongoing issues at The Fields Apartments, including mold and pest problems, and noted that the Housing Equity Workshop was rescheduled to March 26, 2022. No funding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved committee members for Affordable Housing Fund review (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from December 14, 2021, as amended (motion passed)

City Council: Council Agenda Meeting with Staff

This is a procedural meeting where the Mayor and City Council staff will discuss the Council's schedule and upcoming meeting agendas. No decisions or votes are scheduled; it is primarily for planning and coordination.

• Discussion of Council schedule and upcoming meeting agendas

The City Council met to plan upcoming agenda items, including the Jan 10 organizational meeting to elect a mayor and vice mayor, and the first reading of the Amazon REACH grant budget amendment ordinance. No final decisions were made at this scheduling meeting.

• Scheduled organizational meeting for Jan 10 to elect Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Scheduled first reading of Amazon REACH grant budget amendment ordinance (TO22-01) for Jan 10
• Scheduled second reading of Amazon REACH grant ordinance for Jan 24
• Scheduled final action on West Falls Street naming (TR21-32) for Jan 10
• Scheduled 405 Van Buren Deed Restriction Amendment 2nd reading for Jan 10
• Scheduled adoption of Council Comm, Board, COG & Liaison Appointments for Jan 24

Planning Commission

The Falls Church Planning Commission is meeting virtually to handle routine administrative matters, including electing officers for 2022, appointing liaisons, and adopting its annual report to the City Council. The commission will also hold work sessions to discuss the West Falls Subdivision and receive a presentation on the One City Center project. Public comments are accepted virtually.

• Elect officers for 2022
• Appoint 2022 Board & Commission Liaisons
• Adopt Annual Report to Council
• Work session on West Falls Subdivision
• One City Center presentation with Q&A

Economic Development Authority

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority is meeting virtually to discuss the potential acquisition of New Virginia Village/310 Maple using ARPA Strike Force funds, receive a fiscal model update, and review wayfinding progress. The meeting also includes approval of December 2021 minutes and discussion of a retreat date.

• New Virginia Village/310 Maple acquisition with ARPA Strike Force funds
• Fiscal Model Update by Julie Herlands of Tischler-Bise
• Wayfinding Update
• Approval of December 2021 EDA meeting minutes
• Retreat date discussion

The Falls Church Economic Development Authority approved the purchase and minor rehabilitation of 310 S. Maple Street for committed affordable housing, with a total cost up to $1,000,000. The purchase price is $900,000 with a $60,000 seller credit, and the EDA will pay a $25,000 deposit, to be reimbursed with ARPA funds. The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor. The EDA also discussed updates to the fiscal model and the wayfinding project, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of 310 S. Maple Street for up to $1,000,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized EDA Chair Robert Young to enter into contract for 310 S. Maple purchase
• Approved $25,000 deposit for 310 S. Maple, to be reimbursed with ARPA funds
• Approved December 2021 EDA meeting minutes (unanimous)