Architectural Advisory Board Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 14, 2021, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDAwYjE5OTMtYzE4Mi00OTEzLThiNWItNjc5Nzc1NWRiNTVm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22cd8917bf-99d8-4a83-89c5-0b31a5df6b92%22%7d

The Architectural Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at zoning@fallschurchva.gov.

Arts and Humanities Council Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 15, 2021, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmVjNDlhM2MtYmU4ZS00ODliLTljYWMtYjIwNjM4MDg4YTAw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%227c4b8efa-cb57-48a4-ad24-d6ce1a8f1220%22%7d

The Arts and Humanities Council of Falls Church will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cjannicelli@fallschurchva.gov.

Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting (Virtual)

April 15, 2021, 7:30 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjUyMjk0YTgtZDg3MS00NmI0LTllMzItY2YxYTc3MTM2OTEw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%228a9e10a8-b649-4316-9667-4be2706c30d7%22%7d

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at zoning@fallschurchva.gov until 4:30 PM on April 15.

Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 14, 2021, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjAxYTYzNDEtNjMwYy00OWVlLTg3MDEtN2IxZjhmZmIxOGUw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d21d8abe-3a0c-4875-ad5b-3986dbf20bf2%22%7d

The Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transportation will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at plan@fallschurchva.gov.

Electoral Board Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 14, 2021, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MDM5OTkyMGUtMjg4NS00YTI5LTg1MWMtMThhNDcxNjJkNDhj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225b6281bd-c316-4263-9ae7-90b5b2075211%22%7d

The Electoral Board will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at vote@fallschurchva.gov.

Environmental Sustainability Council Virtual Meeting

April 15, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MzI4MDhjMWQtYTMyMS00NjU2LWI4OGUtZWZiMDFhYTJjYjY0%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2227fc222d-adce-4816-a45e-bcf2b001d974%22%7d

The Environmental Sustainability Council will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at environment@fallschurchva.gov.

Historic Architectural Review Board Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 22, 2021, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Historic Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cgahres@fallschurchva.gov [or voice mail at 571-419-7366].

Historical Commission Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 22, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Historical Commission will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cgahres@fallschurchva.gov [or voice mail at 571-419-7366].

Human Services Advisory Council Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 15, 2021, 6:30 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MmI3YmZjOTItYzQxYi00ZjFhLWI2OTMtZGRiNzBkYTUwMWY4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22bd0c4eda-c319-477c-8efd-2a3bf1b0fd6c%22%7d

The Human Services Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at hhsinfo@fallschurchva.gov.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 21, 2021, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Virtual meeting location link will be available here:

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at jcarroll@fallschurchva.gov or voice mail at 703-248-5032. Virtual monthly meeting of the MRSPL Board of Trustees.

Library Construction Oversight Committee Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 28, 2021, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Virtual meeting location link will be available here.

The Library Construction Oversight Committee will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at jcarroll@fallschurchva.gov

Planning Commission Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 21, 2021, 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM @ www.fallschurchva.gov/PC

The Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. All participating members of the Planning Commission will be present at this meeting through electronic means. All members of the public may view this electronic meeting via www.fallschurchva.gov/PC. Video will be available after the meeting both online and on FCCTV.

Stormwater Task Force Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 15, 2021, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OWE2NzA0ZTktYjRkZS00NDZhLThjMDMtNDNjYWEzZDU0YzU1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%228f9bf1de-a948-437f-8b71-b02d579aa382%22%7d

This meeting will be held pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. All participating members will be present at this meeting through electronic means. All members of the public may view this electronic meeting via the meeting link listed above and in the City’s website calendar. Public comments may be submitted to aprince@fallschurchva.gov until 4pm on April 13, 2021. All comments will be provided to the CFC Stormwater Task Force members and comments received by the deadline will be read during the meeting.

Urban Forestry Commission Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 21, 2021, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ TBD

Town Hall #2: Proposed FY22 Budget and CIP

April 15, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM @ MS Teams

Join representatives from the City government and public schools for a presentation and Q&A about the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and Capital Improvements Program.

City Council Work Session: Budget Review

April 19, 2021, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM @ Virtual MS Teams

City Council reviews portion of the proposed budget with staff.

City Council Meeting: Second Reading of Budget Ordinance, Tax Rates & CIP; Anticipated Adoption

April 26, 2021, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM @ Virtual MS Teams

The City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on the proposed budget ordinance, tax rates, and Capital Improvements Program. It is anticipated that the City Council will adopt the ordinances at this meeting. There will be a public comment opportunity.

Mayor's Agenda Meeting with Staff (Virtual Meeting)

April 14, 2021, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM @ https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YzBlZmI4NTMtNjZhZi00NjA0LTk2OTItYTE0MjliOWVjMWY3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22017c4267-c313-4f71-8c50-c1dee2e5afca%22%7d

A virtual Mayor's Agenda Meeting with Staff will be held pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov.

City Council Appointments Committee Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 14, 2021, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM @ Virtual Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZjY5MDA0NTQtMjc2Yi00ZGZmLWFkZDgtMzdhOGI1YzA1ODll%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2273ba5b04-4ace-4ae3-a6b2-65cbc403418b%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22017c4267-c313-4f71-8c50-c1dee2e5

The City Council Appointments Committee will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov.

City Council Budget and Finance Committee Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 16, 2021, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ Virtual meeting link will be available here.

The City Council Budget and Finance Committee will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at kbawa@fallschurchva.gov.

City Council Work Session (Virtual Meeting)

April 19, 2021, 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM @ www.fallschurchva.gov/CouncilMeetings

The City Council will hold a virtual Work Session pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. All participating members of the City Council will be present at this meeting through electronic means. All members of the public may view this electronic meeting via www.fallschurchva.gov/CouncilMeetings. The meeting may also be viewed on FCCTV (Cox 11, RCN 2, Verizon 35). Video will be available after the meeting both online and on FCCTV. City Council Work Sessions are held the first and third Monday of the month, with the exception of August and December when only one meeting is held. These meetings are open to the public and are conducted to allow Council Members to discuss upcoming legislation and policy issues; the public is not generally invited to speak.

NOTE 1 PM START TIME: City Council Economic Development Committee Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 22, 2021, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Virtual meeting link will be available here.

The City Council Economic Development Committee will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at bwitsman@fallschurchva.gov.

City Council Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 26, 2021, 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM @ www.fallschurchva.gov/CouncilMeetings

The City Council will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. All participating members of the City Council will be present at this meeting through electronic means. All members of the public may view this electronic meeting via www.fallschurchva.gov/CouncilMeetings. The meeting may also be viewed on FCCTV (Cox 11, RCN 2, Verizon 35). Video will be available after the meeting both online and on FCCTV. The City Council meets the second and fourth Monday of the month, with the exception of August and December when only one meeting is held. The public is welcome to address the City Council on any topic during the public comment period.

City Council Government Operations Committee Meeting (Virtual Meeting)

April 27, 2021, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Virtual meeting link will be available here.

The City Council Government Operations Committee will hold a virtual meeting pursuant to and in compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Section 2.2-3708.2 and state and local legislation adopted to allow for continued government operation during the COVID-19 declared emergency. Public comment will be accepted via email at cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov.

Town Hall: West Falls Church Project Updates

April 14, 2021, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM @ Virtual Meeting

Join City staff and representatives from Falls Church Gateway Partners to learn about project updates. There will be a question and answer opportunity.

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 24, 2021, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Community Center

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is April 24. The public can drop-off any expired, unused, or unwanted pills, patches, and some vape products free and anonymously. Sorry, no liquids or needles/sharps.

City Nature Challenge

April 30, 2021 - May 3, 2021 @ Online event

The City Nature Challenge is a friendly, annual, global event to record biodiversity. The City of Falls Church is participating as part of the Washington DC metro area. From April 30-May 3, 2021, participants will document wild plants, animals, and fungi using the iNaturalist mobile app and website. Following the observation period, we'll all pitch in, with the help of experts, to identify what we’ve seen in our region-- and compete globally for most species observed. Global results will be announced on May 10. It's a virtual bioblitz!

ONLINE: Author Talk with Joby Warrick

April 14, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Joby Warrick will discuss his new book Red Line: The Unraveling of Syria and America's Race to Destroy the Most Dangerous Arsenal in the World, which explores the thrilling unknown story of America’s mission in Syria to find and destroy Syria’s chemical weapons and keep them out of the hands of the Islamic State “Another highly readable and well-sourced work, a bleak but real-life thriller. Its characters include ordinary Syrians, spies, diplomats, UN experts and Americans who worked hard to destroy Assad’s chemical weapons arsenal, only to discover that they had not completed their task.” - The Guardian Joby Warrick has been a reporter for The Washington Post since 1996. He has twice won the Pulitzer Prize, for journalism and for his book Black Flags: The Rise of ISIS. He is also the author of The Triple Agent. Email for Zoom invitation.

ONLINE: ESOL Conversation Group

April 19, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ via Zoom

Practice your English with our weekly ESOL conversation group! This program meets online via Zoom. To request a Zoom invite, please email Marshall Webster at mwebster@fallschurchva.gov.

ONLINE: Kanopy Film Discussion Group

April 21, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Zoom

Join us to chat about the 2017 documentary, Faces Places. 89-year old Agnes Varda, one of the leading figures of the French New Wave, and acclaimed 33 year-old French photographer and muralist JR teamed up to co-direct this enchanting documentary/road movie. Academy Award Nominee for Best Documentary. Email Pete Sullivan at psullivan@fallschurchva.gov for Zoom invite.

ONLINE: Intentional Gardening: From Old Habits to New Habitats - Restoring a Healthy Balance in Your Garden

April 22, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The first of a three-part live Zoom gardening series about building a healthy habitat for humans and wildlife. To request a Zoom invite, please email Marshall Webster at mwebster@fallschurchva.gov.

ONLINE: ESOL Conversation Group

April 26, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ via Zoom

Practice your English with our weekly ESOL conversation group! This program meets online via Zoom. To request a Zoom invite, please email Marshall Webster at mwebster@fallschurchva.gov.

ONLINE: Great Books Discussion

April 27, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ via Zoom

"The Secret Sharer" by Joseph Conrad. This program will be held online via Zoom. For more information, please email Marshall Webster at mwebster@fallschurchva.gov.

ONLINE: Jane Austen Discussion

April 28, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ via Zoom

Join us to discuss the novel "Evelina" (1778) by Fanny Burney, whose work greatly influenced Jane Austen. For more info or to request a Zoom invite to this program, please email Marshall Webster at mwebster@fallschurchva.gov.

ONLINE: Falls Church Writers Group

April 29, 2021, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ via Zoom

Group for writers to receive and give constructive criticism on their writing. For more info or to request a Zoom invite, please email Pete Sullivan at psullivan@fallschurchva.gov.

Farmers Market To Go

April 17, 2021, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ City Hall Parking Lot

Every Saturday, every week, you'll find fresh, local produce, meat, dairy, flowers & plants, honey, and so much more! Please review and abide by the COVID-19 guidelines. Pre-ordering is strongly encouraged.

Farmers Market To Go

April 24, 2021, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ City Hall Parking Lot

Every Saturday, every week, you'll find fresh, local produce, meat, dairy, flowers & plants, honey, and so much more! Please review and abide by the COVID-19 guidelines. Pre-ordering is strongly encouraged.