
01/31/2023
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Official page of the Northern Virginia Regional Commission.
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) is a regional council of thirteen member local governments in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington DC. According to Virginia’s Regional Cooperation Act, NVRC is a political subdivision (a government agency) within the Commonwealth. As the Voice of Northern Virginia, NVRC is the primary representative of the Northern Virginia perspective, rela
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) is a regional council of thirteen member local governments in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington DC. According to Virginia’s Regional Cooperation Act, NVRC is a political subdivision (a government agency) within the Commonwealth. As the Voice of Northern Virginia, NVRC is the primary representative of the Northern Virginia perspective, rela
Operating as usual
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NVRC is quite proud of its more than 20 year relationship with Region. We were proud to highlight that work with a webinar with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and a paper co-authored by former US Ambassador Richard Kauzlarich with the George Mason University - Schar School of Policy and Government and Dr. Medearis of our team at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/strategic-international-ties-at-the?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
Congratulations to John Chapman (Alexandria) on his election as Chair of the Commission and to Sheila Olem (Herndon) on her election as Vice-Chair. Kathy Smith continues her service as Treasurer of the organization. We very much look forward to working with our new Chair/Vice Chair and all the members of the Commission.
Pleased to report the Commission has been awarded a grant from the US Department of Defense to continue our work on shoreline erosion and flooding projects at United States Marine Corps Base Quantico. https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/nvrc-wins-department-of-defense-grant?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
With many thanks to Randy Clarke the GM/CEO of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transportation Authority (Metro) for spending more than an hour at last evening's Northern Virginia Regional Commission meeting providing an update and answering questions from our elected leaders.
Was great to hear about a number of topics including: 1. Recently announced service improvements 2. Potomac Yard Station 3. Silver Line Ridership (25,000 a week with Dulles and Ashburn the busiest stations) 4. Metro of the Future 5. Bus Network re-design 6. Sustainability and 7. Public Safety.
Lots of great questions from our Commissioners and commitment to work with Metro which is not only important to the transportation network in the region, but economic development and land use.
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Northern Virginia Regional Commission Meeting
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We are pleased to be able to provide information to project your and/or potential of your home or business. Looking forward to our 2023 solar campaign with the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP). https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/mapping-your-solar-and-green-roof?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
Our Senior Regional Demographer presented last evening in on the recovery of the region and the City of Alexandria from the pandemic. We are always pleased to present a regional perspective on the data we collect. More information can be found on our data dashboard www.novaregiondashboard.com.
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First round of $100 million in grants via the has been announced. https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/biden-harris-administration-announces-availability-100-million-through-inflation?campaign_id=54&emc=edit_clim_20230120&instance_id=83205&nl=climate-forward®i_id=77889459&segment_id=123034&te=1&user_id=157219b9bd3d43e3fb6c2ade8f8459ba
For those interested, two webinars are scheduled next week by EPA on the grant process.
EPA News Release: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of $100 Million through Inflation Reduction Act for Environmental Justice Grants
Great to be in Richmond joining with local government colleagues from across the Commonwealth.
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Talking trash in the region. In 2020, the last year with complete data, Northern Virginia residents and businesses disposed of 1.5 million tons of waste and recycled 950 thousand tons. Informative blog post by Debbie S. of our team at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission on the complex system of trash and recycling collection in the region.
One in a series of deep dives into Northern Virginia’s trash and recycling
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Great success recently announced by our colleagues in Arlington County Virginia – Government. NVRC was pleased to develop first workshop on planning in 2009 at the German Embassy in Washington DC.
Community Energy Plan Efforts Stem Back to 2009 Workshop Sponsored by NVRC at German Embassy
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The Co-Chairs of the Northern Virginia Regional Commission's Community, Military and Federal Facilities Partnership, Supervisor Penny Gross and Supervisor Victor Angry, proudly display the certificate received by the Commission acknowledging our being designated a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. The Commission has long supported our , and . Last year we were designated a Great American Defense Community.
NVRC offices are closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 16.
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NVRC is pleased to coordinate the activities of the Northern Virginia Waste Management Board. By working together and collaborating this effort led to a significant increase in the amount of of throughout the region.
A Regional Success Story of Interjurisdictional Collaboration
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We were pleased to join with colleagues at the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission in co-authoring a blog post on the critical importance of Dominion Energy's offshore wind project with respect to growing and in the Commonwealth.
Hampton Roads Primed to be Wind Energy Hub for East Coast
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Free test kits are still available. Following the link to order yours today.
Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests.
Our team at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission is pleased to working with our local government partners and the military on a Military Installation Resilience Review project. Final report will be issued in the Spring. We are proud to work on this important project.
Strengthening Ties on Both Sides of Fence Line
The U.S. Department of Energy has put out a helpful list of new tax credits that are in full effect in addition to the tax credit that is now at 30%. While we are proud of our efforts at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission to promote solar through our Solarize NoVA efforts, we have also worked with our partners at the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) and Community Housing Partners to promote in the region.
Making Our Homes More Efficient: Clean Energy Tax Credits for Consumers
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With many thanks to Senator Mark Warner, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine and Representatives Beyer, Connolly and Wexton for their support of funding for the Commission to compile and aggregate weather data to anticipate the severity of flooding events and better prepare Virginians for the hazards posed by . Project benefits all our local government members.
Our offices close today at 1PM and will be closed on Monday, December 26. Regular office hours resume on Tuesday, December 27.
Stay safe, stay warm and enjoy the time with family and friends.
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Winter is HERE with extreme cold temperatures expected for the next several days. Friendly reminder of the homeless/winter weather shelters that service our region.
Homeless/Winter Weather Shelter List Updated for 2022/23
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Honored to receive certificate from the Governor of Virginia as being a certified V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer. We are pleased to work Virginia Veterans Services and proud of our work with the , and in the region. 🇺🇸
Quick update from our colleagues at the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP).
As of date 145 arrays installed for 1.49 MW of new with a private sector investment of more than $4.6 million. Great for and . Many thanks to our local government partners for all their hard work in promoting.
More than 30 contracts still awaiting install. 2022 was our best year ever. 🌞
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Elected leaders from Northern Virginia will announce the launch of an aid program to collect new/gently used coats, and new blankets, socks and gloves for refugees from Ukraine who have had to abandon their homes due to the Russian invasion. There will be multiple locations for residents and businesses to drop off donations, with a full list of collection sites at www.helpukrainenova.org. Donations will be picked up on Monday, April 18, for transport to refugees in Poland and residents in Ukraine.
Declare your #energy independence. Our #solar campaign with our local government partners kicks off on April 1. Sign up today https://loom.ly/xlR89Gs
NVRC's physical offices are closed due to inclement weather. All staff scheduled to work are available by email. Stay safe.
With sincere thanks to all the men and women who have served and currently serve our country. Happy Veterans Day.
Northern Virginia Regional Commission Meeting - October 28, 2021
Today is #EarthDay2021. Help protect our home by participating in our #solar campaign. Details at https://loom.ly/xlR89Gs Together we can make a positive difference.
The Northern Virginia Transportation Authorit
Williams DriveFCDC Disability Interest Group
Falls Church 22043The Metropolitan Business Council
Falls Church 22042US Army Health Facility Planning Agency
Arlington Boulevard, Falls ChurchNaval Aerospace and Operational Physiology Pr
Arlington Boulevard, Falls ChurchArmed Services Blood Program (ASBP)
Arlington Boulevard, Falls ChurchArmed Forces Health Surveillance Division-AFH
Arlington Boulevard, Falls ChurchUSAF Bioenvironmental Engineering
Falls Church 22042NOVA Pakistani American Student Association
Annandale 22003Fair Oaks Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company
Lee Jackson Memorial HighwayVirginia Traffic Ticket Lawyers
Williamsburg CourtDepartment of Central Intelligence Agency Cia
United State of AmericaFairfax County Commission for Women
Government Center ParkwayCity of Fairfax Transportation
Armstrong StreetFairfax County Student Human Rights Commissio
Government Center PkwyFairfax County Health Department
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