Tag: taxes
Revised county budget drops tax increases
The Fairfax County Government Center Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill submitted a revised FY2021 budget proposal to the Board of Supervisors April 7 that addresses the economic losses and hardships resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. In a major change from the advertised budget presented by Hill in February, the new version would not increase the … Continued
Fairfax County expects huge revenue losses due to coronavirus
The Budget Committee meeting on March 31. Board members Penny Gross (Mason) and Dalia Palchik (Providence) participated remotely. The advertised budget for FY 2021 presented to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in February is outdated due to a decline in revenue and increased expenses projected for dealing with the coronavirus crisis. A revised draft … Continued
Board to hold hearing on proposed admissions tax
Movie tickets at the Angelika Film Center, currently closed, would cost a little more if Fairfax County approves an admissions tax. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted 9-1 March 24 to advertise a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to establish an admissions tax. The ordinance would levy a 4 percent tax on performances, … Continued
Tax increase would fund county priorities
Mason Supervisor Penny Gross told the audience at the Budget Town Hall she has signs to give out to residents concerned about speeding on neighborhood streets. Contact her office if you want a sign. At the Mason District Budget Town Hall March 12, Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill and Chief Financial Officer Joe Mondoro explained … Continued
Virginia General Assembly approves bills on taxes, guns, marijuana, and much more
The General Assembly The Virginia General Assembly has mostly wrapped up for the year – except for a budget bill that is expected to be approved March 12. Some of the bills being sent to Gov. Ralph Northam, include the following: Taxes – The gas tax would be raised 5 cents a year over the … Continued
Proposed budget would raise real estate taxes and impose a new admissions tax
The Fairfax County Government Center Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill presented an FY 2021 advertised budget to the Board of Supervisors Feb. 25 that calls for a 3-cent increase in the real estate tax rate and a new 4 percent admissions tax. The 3-cent increase would bring the real estate tax rate to $1.18 per … Continued
Real estate assessments rise 2.65 percent
Fairfax County residential real estate assessments for 2020 are up an average of 2.65 percent countywide over the 2019 rate. In Mason District the average assessment rose 3.57 percent. The average assessment for all homes countywide is $580,272, compared to $565,292 last year. The average assessed value for single-family detached homes countywide is $692,409, a … Continued
Virginia General Assembly poised to enact bills on guns, immigrants, taxes and much more
The Virginia State Capitol in Richmond. The Virginia General Assembly is considering legislation on guns, voting, criminal justice, immigrants, and other major issues. After “crossover day,” on Feb. 11, all the bills passed by the House of Delegates are sent to the Senate and vice versa. The two chambers then delve deeper into the details … Continued
Free tax help available at Mason Government Center
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program is offering free assistance at the Mason Government Center Jan. 30-April 15. IRS-certified volunteers will help taxpayers prepare their federal and state tax forms and file them electronically. The emphasis is on getting taxpayers all the credits and deductions for which they qualify and maintaining privacy and confidentiality. Some Tax-Aide … Continued
This weekend is a tax holiday
This weekend is a Virginia tax holiday, you can buy certain items without having to pay sales taxes. Eligible items include school supplies, clothing, shoes, emergency preparedness products, and Energy Star and WaterSense products. The tax holiday starts tonight at 12:01 a.m. and ends Sunday, Aug. 4, at 11:59 p.m. Tax breaks are available for a … Continued
Candidates for board chair outline priorities
From the left: Ryan McElveen, Jeff McKay, and Alicia Plerhoples. Three of the Democratic candidates for chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors sparred over taxes, school funding, and much more at a forum hosted by the McLean Chamber of Commerce May 30. The Democratic primary is June 11. The presumed frontrunner, Lee Supervisor … Continued
Supervisors consider financial incentives to promote economic revitalization
Many commercial properties in Annandale are on small lots. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is considering a proposal to create “economic revitalization and redevelopment zones” in certain designated areas – including Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners, and Lincolnia – where developers could receive tax breaks and other incentives for redevelopment projects. At the board’s March … Continued
County executive presents 2020 budget to supervisors
County Executive Bryan Hill addresses the Board of Supervisors Feb. 19. [Supervisor John Cook] You can expect another increase in real estate taxes. The fiscal year 2020 advertised budget presented by Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill to the Board of Supervisors Feb. 19 would retain the current real estate tax rate of $1.15 per $100 … Continued
AARP offers free tax help in Annandale
Don’t stress out over your taxes. Volunteers with the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program are providing free assistance. IRS-certified volunteers will help people fill out federal and state tax forms at the Mason Government Center on Columbia Pike 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 1-8 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. … Continued
Commentary: Vote No on Constitutional Amendment Question 1
Flooding in Accomack County, Va. [Accomack County government] By Marie Reinsdorf In keeping with Virginia’s regular habit of amending the Constitution, the Nov. 6 ballot has two amendments up for a Yes or No vote. Question 1 states: Should a county, city, or town be authorized to provide a partial tax exemption for real property … Continued