
11/08/2023
NVRC offices will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans Day. We thank all the men and women who have served our nation.
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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
ting the region's interests to state government, to other geographic areas of Virginia, and to the metropolitan area.
NVRC offices will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance of Veterans Day. We thank all the men and women who have served our nation.
Daylight Savings Ends this Sunday, November 5th. Clocks fall back one hour when you go to sleep on Saturday night. Friendly reminder to also change batteries in your fire and carbon monoxide detectors. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep.
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NVRC Offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 7 for Election Day.
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Fun Fact: Northern Virginia is 3% of the total land mass of , but contributes 41.4% of total of the Commonwealth. Stay tuned next week for the release of our Foreign Direct Investment analysis for the region.
We are proud to work with local Chambers of Commerce across the region to help our neighbors (Federal employees or contractors) who may be impacted by a shutdown of the Federal government on November 17. Program will only take effect if the Federal government is shutdown on 11/17. Details at www.helpourneighbors.org.
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Pleased to present our update for the month. Included is our work on , commuter ferry, supporting our , , and .
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NVRC is soliciting proposals through November 29, 2023, from qualified firms experienced with recreational trails to conduct a feasibility study for a network gap in the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (PHNST) in Loudoun County, Virginia.
The selected firm will identify, assess, and present potential routes options in the planned PHNST corridor with considerations for costs of trail construction and maintenance, land ownership, accessibility, park connections, scenic views, and other key elements for trail development and completion.
NVRC is soliciting proposals through November 29, 2023, from qualified firms experienced with recreational trails to conduct a feasibility study for a network gap in the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (PHNST) in Loudoun County, Virginia.
We are proud to have received a grant from the National Park Foundation to assist us in our work on the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. Details on the NPF web site.
In addition to the more than 400 national park units, the National Park Service also protects and manages the nation’s most iconic rivers and trails linking states and regions across the country as part of the National Trails System and the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. From the majestic...
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, October 28th. Locations throughout the region to dispose of unwanted and/or expired drugs. Visit the DEA web site to find a location near you.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
Great event and so happy to see the smiles on the faces of the families that will be living in these beautiful homes. Once again, congratulations to all on a wonderful project.
Our 2nd annual Regional Recreational Trails Summit was a success. Many thanks to all our local, state, trail and federal partners for their active participation. https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/second-annual-regional-recreational?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
Proud to attend ribbon cutting for three Habitat for Humanity homes that we at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission were able to fund through a Virginia Housing grant. Congrats to the families, volunteers and all the other funders. Energy efficient homes with as well.
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Virginia Sales Tax Holiday is this weekend from October 20-22. During the sales tax holiday, you can buy qualifying school supplies, clothing, footwear, hurricane and emergency preparedness items, and Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products without paying sales tax.
Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday | October 20 - 22, 2023 When is it? October 20 – 22, 2023. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts Friday, October 20 at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday, October 22 at 11:59 pm.
Informative blog post authored by our environmental team about their work with the Verband Region Stuttgart and how it informs their own work here in the region. https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/strengthening-climate-resilient-communities?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
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Friendly reminder - Virginia's sales tax free weekend is coming up October 20 to 22. Details on the Virginia tax web site.
Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday | October 20 - 22, 2023 When is it? October 20 – 22, 2023. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts Friday, October 20 at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday, October 22 at 11:59 pm.
With many thanks to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments for the data for the region. Great growth in arrays and kW. 39% increase in number of arrays and 54% increase in kW from 2021 to 2022. The Northern Virginia Regional Commission's Solarize Northern Virginia program from 2014 to 2022 represents 8.8% of all new arrays in the region. Great cooperation with our local government partners and the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) for making this program a success. https://www.novaregion.org/1485/Solar-Data
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Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax holiday starts October 20 through 22. Details on the Virginia Tax web site.
Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday | October 20 - 22, 2023 When is it? October 20 – 22, 2023. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts Friday, October 20 at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday, October 22 at 11:59 pm.
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held on Saturday, October 28th. Visit the DEA's dedicated web site to find a drop off location near you. There are sites throughout the region that will be collecting unused/expired prescription drugs.
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We are hiring for a PT Coordinator. Come join our team.
NVRC is currently recruiting qualified candidates for the part-time, temporary position of Regional Trails Coordinator.
may not be for everyone, but and are. Proud of the local, regional and state programs to promote reducing energy use. Some of these programs may be at no cost to the consumer depending on income level and/or age. Proud to work with the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) and CHP Energy Solutions among others to help residents reduce their energy use and save money.
Local, Regional and State Programs are Available to Help Residents Reduce Their Energy Use and Save Money
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NVRC was pleased to participate in the annual briefing meeting of the Commander of U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico. NVRC Commissioner and member of the Prince William County Government, Virginia Board of County Supervisors, the Honorable Andrea Bailey, participated in the meeting and expressed the strong local and regional support for the military in Northern Virginia.
NVRC's offices will be closed on Monday, October 9.
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Every day should be day. Visit www.weatherizenova.com for local, regional and state energy efficiency and weatherization programs. Some may even be at no cost to the consumer depending on income and/or age.
💡Tomorrow is Energy Efficiency Day! Saving money, cutting pollution, creating jobs. Well, we think that's worth celebrating!
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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
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