We’re in the final two weeks of budget season. Thank you for all the input we’ve received – we’ve held several town halls, office hours, discussed at length in a marathon 5 hour meeting this week, and listened and read your public comments. On Monday, we’ll be in our “mark up” session where we all offer amendments and try to reach consensus on the proposed budget before adoption on May 13. Read on for my thoughts, including cool projects underway, early thoughts on the property yard, and why I think it’s important we look for further tax rate reduction opportunities while balancing the priorities of the community.
A few important call outs for this weekend and coming week:
Join or Die Movie Premiere – if you’re reading my posts, you’re likely already civically-minded or civically-curious, so this is for you! Our very own Pete Davis made an award-winning documentary about the importance of joining a club and being engaged in your community. I saw the premiere last year at SXSW and can vouch for what an inspiring film it is. Join me and other neighbors at the Falls Church premiere this Sunday at 2 pm at Meridian High School – free tickets here.
Mayors’ Fitness Challenge – this is also heading to the finish line! Are you logging your activities or need to catch up before May 11 (which is also the day of the Women’s History Walk).
May Office Hours – join me for my last “walk and talk” office hours next Friday May 10 at 9 am at Cherry Hill Park.
PS – May is National Bike Month, with various biking events and opportunities to engage. My middle schooler enjoys joining the weekly Bike Bus (thank you to all the volunteers who make it happen!) to the secondary campus.
Blog posts are the personal views of Letty Hardi and not official statements or records on behalf of the Falls Church City Council
November 14, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who serves on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade and recently joined Reps. Ro Khanna (D-A), Don Bacon
Another pivotal week in the political life of America. As Congress reconvenes, the swearing in after an almost two month delay of Democratic U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva is certain to
Friday, Nov. 14 — Falls Church School Board candidate Sharon Mergler, who came within 47 votes of winning in last week’s election, has notified the News-Press this morning that, following
Public Visitation for Ms. Holt will be Friday, November 14, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chestnut Memorial Chapel, 18 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. Funeral Services
Legitimate news organizations need grass roots support like never before, and that includes your Falls Church News-Press. For more than 33 years, your News-Press has kept its readers informed and enlightened. We can’t continue without the support of our readers. This means YOU! Please step up in these challenging times to support the news source you are reading right now!
Mayor Hardi’s Weekly Update: May 3, 2024
FCNP.com
Dear Friends,
We’re in the final two weeks of budget season. Thank you for all the input we’ve received – we’ve held several town halls, office hours, discussed at length in a marathon 5 hour meeting this week, and listened and read your public comments. On Monday, we’ll be in our “mark up” session where we all offer amendments and try to reach consensus on the proposed budget before adoption on May 13. Read on for my thoughts, including cool projects underway, early thoughts on the property yard, and why I think it’s important we look for further tax rate reduction opportunities while balancing the priorities of the community.
A few important call outs for this weekend and coming week:
https://www.lettyhardi.org/updates-from-letty-may-3-2024-budget-edition-4
Best,
Letty
PS – May is National Bike Month, with various biking events and opportunities to engage. My middle schooler enjoys joining the weekly Bike Bus (thank you to all the volunteers who make it happen!) to the secondary campus.
Blog posts are the personal views of Letty Hardi and not official statements or records on behalf of the Falls Church City Council
—————
Letty Hardi
Mayor, City of Falls Church
Email: lettyhardifcc@gmail.com, lhardi@fallschurchva.gov
Blog: www.lettyhardi.org/category/news/
Recent News
Beyer Statement On Trump’s Tariff RetreatAdministration Admits Tariffs And Trade War Chaos Are Driving Up Prices
November 14, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who serves on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on
Getting Rid of Trump Alone Won’t Be Enough
Another pivotal week in the political life of America. As Congress reconvenes, the swearing in after an almost two month
F.C. School Board Candidate Mergler Says No to a Recount
Friday, Nov. 14 — Falls Church School Board candidate Sharon Mergler, who came within 47 votes of winning in last
Ms. Rhonda Deniece Holt, age 60, transitioned on October 30, 2025 in Falls Church, VA.
Public Visitation for Ms. Holt will be Friday, November 14, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chestnut Memorial
Meridian Volleyball Reaches Finals; Football Heads to Skyline
Fall sports season is nearly in the books, but a few of Meridian High School’s proud programs are still playing
News & Notes 11-13-2025
Final Tally Affirms Same Winners in F.C. Election A counting of 117 provisional ballots completed by the Falls Church City
Stories that may interest you
Beyer Statement On Trump’s Tariff RetreatAdministration Admits Tariffs And Trade War Chaos Are Driving Up Prices
November 14, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), who serves on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade and recently joined Reps. Ro Khanna (D-A), Don Bacon
Getting Rid of Trump Alone Won’t Be Enough
Another pivotal week in the political life of America. As Congress reconvenes, the swearing in after an almost two month delay of Democratic U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva is certain to
F.C. School Board Candidate Mergler Says No to a Recount
Friday, Nov. 14 — Falls Church School Board candidate Sharon Mergler, who came within 47 votes of winning in last week’s election, has notified the News-Press this morning that, following
Ms. Rhonda Deniece Holt, age 60, transitioned on October 30, 2025 in Falls Church, VA.
Public Visitation for Ms. Holt will be Friday, November 14, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chestnut Memorial Chapel, 18 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. Funeral Services