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Monday, September 26, 2022
7:00 pm
Online via Zoom Web Conference
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Subject to Adjustment
This month’s meeting will feature Deputy Chief Wayne Vincent (ACPD) and School Board Member Mary Kadera for a discussion of community preparedness for school emergencies, Brendan Murray of Arlington Montessori House on proposed classroom expansion, P. David Tarter on the upcoming Bingham Center/Silver Diner development, as well as regular business and discussions of various ongoing area developments.
Featured Topics (~1 hour 15 minutes)
Neighborhood Safety During School Emergencies Discussion
Deputy Chief Wayne Vincent (ACPD) and School Board Member Mary Kaderawill present and lead a discussion of community public safety procedures as it relates to incidents at neighborhood schools. (30 minutes)
Arlington Montessori House Classroom Expansion Proposal
Brendan Murray of Arlington Montessori House at 3809 and 3813 Washington Blvd will speak to us about their proposal to expand with additional classrooms on the same property. They will brief us of their plans and seek to solicit a letter of support to the County. (15 minutes)
Bingham Center / Silver Diner Development Update
P. David Tarter will provide an update on the upcoming Bingham Center/Silver Diner development. (30 minutes)
Community input is due by EOD 9/26 (today): 3200 Wilson Blvd. – Bingham Center / Silver Diner Site – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us).
Regular Business (~ 45 minutes)
Minutes
We will review and approval the draft minutes from our July 2022 Membership Meeting.
Treasurer’s Report
Our Treasurer, Giang Dang, will give us a brief on our financial situation and membership numbers.
As a reminder, please renew – or join – BVSCA on our membership page.
Ballston BID
Our representative to Ballston Bid, Allyson Ugarte, will share news from Ballston BID.
Arlington Civic Federation (CivFed)
Hear the latest news from BVSCA’s representatives to CivFed, Sharon Valencia, Adam Theo, and Nick Klissas.
Upcoming speakers
Discussion on speakers for 2022:
- Oct: TBD
- Nov: TBD
Suggestions for speakers or topics from our membership are welcome. Please email info@ballstoncivic.org with your suggestions.
Proposed Ground Floor Retail Edict Change
Adam Theo will provide a brief update on a proposed change to the County’s ground floor retail edict, as reported in the Sun Gazette: Arlington continues moving away from ground-floor-retail edict – Sun Gazette .
Ballston Quarter Site Plan Amendment
Adam Theo will brief us on a proposed amendment to the Ballston Quarter site plan for medical offices on the 2nd floor. BVSCA has recommended rejecting the amendment.
Emma Martin of the County Planning Department has offered to meet and talk about the amendment. BVSCA is seeking volunteers to meet with County representatives on this issue.
Developments within BVSCA’s Boundaries
Open session, with option to break-out into follow-up meetings for any questions or updates on projects as found on My Arlington Projects which include:
- 3445 Washington Blvd
- YMCA
- Quincy / Buck Site
- American Legion/APAH
- Ballston Macy’s Site Plan Review
- 11th & Vermont Construction
- Ballston Station / APAH Construction
- St. Charles Borromeo Church
- The Kirkwood
- Arlington Public Schools (general issues)
- Education Center Reuse
- Washington-Liberty High School
- Arlington Science Focus Elementary
- Vernon Duplex
- 3901 Fairfax Drive Public Plaza (Skanska)
Upcoming Neighborhood Opportunities
1. Anita Wallgren wishes to share about the Chamber Music Concert Series at Saint George’s Episcopal Church 915 N. Oakland St (1 block from VaSq metro). Provided by Friday Morning Music Club. Free. From noon to 1pm on the first two Fridays of each month, starting October 7th.
https://saintgeorgesmusic.org/
2. Open floor for attendees to briefly share any other upcoming opportunities in the near future.
Stormwater Working Groups
Adam Theo will provide an update on the activities of the Lubber Run and Spout Run Stormwater Working Groups.
Upcoming Membership Meetings
Our next meeting is Monday, October 24, 2022. There is no meeting in August.
All meetings start at 7pm. Locations to be announced.
Mark your calendars!