Monday, May 20, 2013
As we approach the middle of the year, Patch checked in with Gross to discuss issues in Mason District and her agenda.
With summer fast approaching, Patch checked in with Mason District Supervisor Penelope Gross to briefly discuss the major issues currently happening within the district and the initiatives her office is currently pursuing. Gross is now in her fifth term as Mason District Supervisor. From your perspective, what local issues are currently most affecting Mason District residents? Land use, litter, and redevelopment are usually big topics of interest. What, if anything, are you doing to address those issues? Local issues in Mason District always include land use, redevelopment, and transportation. Mason District is the most diverse, dynamic, and densely populated district in Fairfax County, which means that little open land is left for …
Thursday, March 21, 2013
The meeting was hosted by Mason District Supervisor Penelope Gross in Annandale Wednesday night.
Around 30 residents joined Mason District Supervisor Penelope Gross and Fairfax County Executive Edward L. Long Wednesday night at the Mason District Governmental Center in Annandale to discuss the FY 2014 Advertised Budget Plan. Long, whose presentation included information previously reported about the budget, stressed the importance of approaching the budget from a long-term planning perspective to the audience when discussing Fairfax County’s future. “We can’t afford what we’ve been doing in the past, at least not for the next five years,” said Long of the suggested 2-cent increase in the real estate tax rate from $1.075 per $100 of assessed value to $1.095. The raise is is projected to raise nearly $42 million in county revenue. “I …
Thursday, January 17, 2013
During a town hall in Annandale Tuesday night, residents expressed frustration over boarding houses and other issues.
More than 200 people crowded into Annandale United Methodist Church Tuesday evening to discuss gang violence, overcrowding in schools, violations of Fairfax County code and speeding at a community town hall. Hosted by the Mason District Council of Community Associations (MDC) and sponsored by Annandale Patch and the Annandale Blog, the two-hour town hall was intended to open up a dialogue between residents and local officials. “Tonight is not about resolving an issue," said Michelle Mock, who moderated the event. "There’s not a single issue we can touch tonight and bring to closure. Tonight’s the night we’re going to start new beginnings and have new dialogues and conversations." A community panel of local representatives included Mason …
Thursday, January 10, 2013
The Mason District Council of Community Associations (MDC) released the results of a month-long community survey Wednesday to assess resident concerns in advance of a town hall meeting next week.
Mason District residents are concerned about the physical condition of area businesses and roadways, the quality of education, and boarding houses, according to the results of a community survey conducted by the Mason District Council of Community Associations (MDC). A press release from the MDC states the survey, which launched in early December, received more than 600 responses. Residents also indicated they were concerned about the following issues: The above topics will serve as discussion points for a town hall meeting Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at Annandale United Methodist Church. Local officials Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross, School Board Representative Sandy Evans, Mason District Police Station Commander Gun Lee, and …
Friday, January 4, 2013
Meeting, scheduled for Jan. 15, will feature panel of local officials, results of community survey.
In an effort to gather community input about the issues affecting Mason District residents and come up with solutions, the Mason District Council of Community Associations (MDC) will host a town hall meeting Jan. 15. The meeting, which begins at 7:30 p.m. at Annandale United Methodist Church, will feature local officials and community leaders. Mason District Supervisor Supervisor Penny Gross, School Board Representative Sandy Evans, Mason District Police Station Commander Gun Lee, and Fairfax County Code Compliance representative Mrs. Susan Epstein will answer questions from residents during a question and answer session following the town hall, according to a press release about the event. Annandale Patch is a co-sponsor of the event …
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Residents continue to oppose the proposed number of homes for the 1.89-acre property located in Falls Church.
The Peace Valley Lane property located in Mason District could be rezoned from R-3 to PDH-4, allowing up to seven homes to be built on the land if an application by The Concordia Group is approved by Fairfax County. The application for the rezoning of the 1.89-acre lot at 3236 Peace Valley Lane in Falls Church was addressed at the Mason District Land Use Committee (MDLUC) meeting at the Mason District Governmental Center on Tuesday evening where Will Collins, owner of the Concordia Group, shared details about the proposed seven homes to be built on the property. “It’s my hope that the proposed plan addresses the concerns raised in the comprehensive plan process,” said Collins. Peace Valley Lane, which is located north of Colmac Drive and …
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Forty-fourth annual Democratic fundraiser held after storm knocks out power to thousands across Northern Virginia.
The show must go on, as they say, and it did for the Mason District's 44th Annual Crab Feast, a popular fundraiser held by Mason District Democrats. After a strong storm hit Northern Virginia Saturday afternoon, power was knocked out to more than 100,000 in Northern Virginia. Those in attendance at the fundraiser — about 150 — included Congressman Gerry Connolly, Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross, Mason School Board member Sandy Evans, Mason District Chair Rachel Rifkind, state Senate Leader Dick Saslaw, state Sen. Mark Herring, and Delegates David Bulova and Alphonzo Lopez. The popular event, held in the backyard of retired businessman Adolph "Sonny" Schick, is considered a fall kick-off of sorts to the political season, attracting …
Thursday, September 6, 2012
An 83-year-old woman was attacked by a rabid beaver on Tuesday evening.
Following a rabid beaver attack on Tuesday evening, the private lake in the Lake Barcroft community has been closed temporarily to residents. “We swim in that lake all the time. We’ve never had a situation like this,” said Sally Determan, president of the Lake Barcroft Association. “Residents are currently prohibited from swimming in the lake.” On Wednesday, Fairfax County police said a beaver attacked an 83-year-old woman on Tuesday night. According to Determan, a biologist estimated 12 to 15 beavers live on the lake. ABC 7 identified the 83-year-old woman as Lillian Peterson. Peterson suffered injuries to her arms and legs during the attack and was treated at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Police later said the beaver tested positive for rabies…
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
An 83-year-old woman was attacked by a beaver while swimming in Lake Barcroft on Tuesday night.
Update 3 p.m. Wednesday: According to Fairfax County police, the beaver that attacked an 83-year-old woman on Tuesday night tested positive for the rabies virus. Rabies tends to attack the spinal cord and brain in humans, according to Fairfax County Animal Services. -- Original story posted at 11:09 a.m. An 83-year-old woman was attacked by a beaver while swimming in Lake Barcroft on Tuesday evening, according to Fairfax County police. The woman was attacked around 6 p.m., according to police. The woman was able to swim to shore and a neighbor struck the beaver with a branch until Animal Control officers were able to arrive. A neighbor called 911 and police and fire units arrived on scene shortly after. “We don’t know what caused the …
Thursday, April 19, 2012
The commission will decide next week whether to approve the plan amendment for the 1.89-acre lot in Mason District.
Update April 27 8:02 a.m.: The Fairfax County Planning Commission approved the S11-I-B1 Peace Valley Lane property plan as it was amended during its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 26. Despite the Mason District Land Use committee's vote against the development and opposition from residents and community organizations such as the Mason District Council, the vote to approve the amendment was unanimous. “I know everyone’s not happy, but you try to do the very best you can,” said commissioner Jane Hall, who represents Mason District on the committee. “I’ve often said that land use is not a popularity contest. It isn’t how many votes you get on one side versus the other.” “What we are proposing is not to open Peace Valley Lane. …
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John Strother
6:20 am on Sunday, January 20, 2013
Laughing out loud, if you believe Fairfax County Government, then you are the fool. They are the ones with the information, the have it at their finger tips, yet when asked an important question relating to something they are suppose to be the experts on they will give you a false answer. In other words, they will lie to you. They want you to believe in half truths and just plain bold face lies. more ›