It’s a busy time of year with budget season in full swing and spring activities underway. This weekend, join the City Council and the community in the spring clean up, Arbor Day celebrations, and more. Two main topics this week:
Thank you for all the input on the budget so far. We’re about halfway through the season and the City Council has been rolling up our sleeves. IMO, far better than the official presentations are the Q&As so you can see our areas of focus. Keep your comments coming via email, at our upcoming public meetings, or office hours. See below for some highlights, including interesting data about mixed use development diversifying our tax base.
Read on for the latest on business openings around town. There is much good happening in the community and an exciting year ahead. I expect announcements for the former baby Target space and at the West Falls project in the coming week!
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Mayor Hardi’s Weekly Update: April 19, 2024
Dear Friends,
It’s a busy time of year with budget season in full swing and spring activities underway. This weekend, join the City Council and the community in the spring clean up, Arbor Day celebrations, and more. Two main topics this week:
https://www.lettyhardi.org/updates-from-letty-april-19-2024-budget-edition-3
Happy spring,
Letty
Blog posts are the personal views of Letty Hardi and not official statements or records on behalf of the Falls Church City Council
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Letty Hardi
Mayor, City of Falls Church
Email: lettyhardifcc@gmail.com, lhardi@fallschurchva.gov
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