March 26, 2025
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia
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Tag: public works

More transparency needed on Lake Accotink preservation study

#environment, #Lake Accotink, #parks, #public works
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By Martin “Shep” Shepherd The update on the Lake Accotink Preservation Feasibility Study, provided in the February edition of Supervisor James Walkinshaw’s newsletter, “The Braddock Beacon,” highlights several ongoing efforts and key milestones. However, critical questions remain unanswered, and gaps in public transparency persist. Below is a detailed evaluation of the update, key takeaways, and … Continued

Stream restoration underway in Lincolnia

#public works, #streams
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The restoration of a section of Turkeycock Run in Lincolnia is expected to be completed in May. The project consists of stabilizing the stream banks using natural channel design beginning at the culvert under Little River Turnpike and extending approximately 300 feet downstream, says Sharon North of the Fairfax County Department of Public Works and … Continued

Planning Commission approves new West Annandale Fire Station

#fire department, #public works
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The Fairfax County Planning Commission approved a project to replace the West Annandale Fire Station and to use a vacant commercial building nearby as a temporary fire station during construction. Built in 1970, the existing fire station, at 8914 Little River Turnpike, “has exceeded its operational usefulness,” David Stinson, a county planner, told the commissioners … Continued

VDOT to repave lanes on Route 50

#public works, #transportation, #VDOT

There will be lane closures on Arlington Boulevard between Graham Road and Route 7 for the next few weeks, the Virginia Department of Transportation warns. VDOT will begin milling and paving work on Monday night, Aug. 21, resulting in single-lane closures on eastbound Route 50. The work will occur 10 p.m.-5 a.m. Sundays through Thursdays … Continued