Herndon public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The Town Council will consider amending the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget and submitting two funding applications to the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. The meeting will also include a presentation on the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project.

• Amendment to FY 2025 General Fund Adopted Budget
• Submission of two funding applications to NVTA RJACC
• Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project presentation
• Resolution affirming commitment to a safe community
• Approval of September 2024 Town Council meeting minutes

The Herndon Town Council approved Resolution 24-G-72 affirming the Town's commitment to creating a safe and welcoming community for all, by a 6-0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a budget amendment and funding applications. The downtown redevelopment project with Comstock was reported as terminated by Comstock, with no council action taken.

• Approved Resolution 24-G-72 affirming commitment to safe and welcoming community (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Ordinance 24-O-30 amending FY2025 budget (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 24-G-73 for NVTA funding applications (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from September meetings (6-0)

General

The Town Council is convening for a special closed meeting. The session is dedicated to consulting with legal counsel regarding specific legal matters related to real estate in the downtown area.

• Closed meeting regarding downtown real estate legal advice

The Herndon Town Council convened a special closed meeting on December 10, 2024, to consult with legal counsel regarding real estate in the downtown area, as permitted by Virginia law. The council voted unanimously (6-0) to enter and exit the closed session, and certified that only lawful matters were discussed. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Convened closed meeting under Code of Virginia Section 2.2-3711(A)(8) (6-0)
• Exited closed meeting (6-0)
• Certified closed meeting discussions were lawful (6-0)

Herndon Youth Advisory Committee

The Herndon Youth Advisory Committee will meet to review a safety and operations assessment for Bennett Street. The committee will also discuss youth programs and a tour of the Herndon Community Center.

• Bennett Street Safety and Operations Assessment presentation by Mike Shindledecker
• Youth Programs and HCC Tour discussion with Bob Williams

The Herndon Youth Advisory Committee approved the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes by an 8-0 vote. The committee heard a presentation on the Bennett Street safety and operations assessment near Herndon High School, discussing potential crosswalk and road diet options. They also toured the Herndon Community Center and received an overview of youth programs, which will continue at the next meeting. The meeting adjourned early at 6:07 p.m. due to losing a quorum.

• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Discussed Bennett Street safety study, no formal action taken
• Toured Herndon Community Center, youth program update deferred to next meeting
• Agreed to hold next meeting on March 6 at Herndon Community Center

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board is holding a work session to discuss the development plan for 575 Herndon Parkway. The meeting includes comments from staff and board members.

• Discussion of 575 Herndon Parkway Development Plan

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to discuss the architectural components of the 575 Herndon Parkway development plan, part of an active rezoning application. Staff supported a positive report to the Planning Commission with comments, and board members concurred the design was near complete after discussing shading, textures, art, and other features. No formal decisions were made; the item was a discussion only.

• Discussed 575 Herndon Parkway development plan; no formal action taken
• Board concurred design was near complete

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Strategic Plan, including a financial report and transportation briefing. Members will also discuss safety initiatives, revenue growth, and protections for vulnerable residents. A previously advertised update on the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project will not be provided.

• Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024
• Briefing on the State of the Transportation Network
• Status of proposed cycling event
• Discussion on safety initiatives
• Discussion on driving revenues into the town

The Herndon Town Council held a work session on December 3, 2024, discussing public safety improvements, a proposed cycling event, and a resolution to protect vulnerable residents. No formal votes were taken; the council directed staff to add eight LPR cameras to the police budget, inquire about trail security cameras with the Park Authority, and prepare a resolution for the next regular meeting. The council also discussed a proposed criterium cycling event with an estimated cost of $109,800 and requested revenue projection reports for town events.

• Agenda amended to move safety initiatives discussion earlier (unanimous)
• Directed staff to add eight LPR cameras to police budget
• Directed staff to inquire with Park Authority about trail cameras
• Agreed to place resolution on protecting vulnerable residents on next regular meeting agenda
• Requested revenue projection reports for town events (meals tax, traffic, attendee locality)
• Discussed proposed criterium cycling event with estimated $109,800 cost
• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion only

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to address two zoning appeals. One appeal has been withdrawn, and the Board must vote on a request to defer a variance application.

• BZA #24-004, 641 Nash Street: Appeal withdrawn
• BZA #24-006, 801 2nd Street: Request to defer variance from Section 78-30.1(g) to January 23, 2025

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 3-0 motion to defer BZA #24-006, a variance request for 801 2nd Street, to the January 23, 2025 meeting. The board also noted the withdrawal of BZA #24-004, an appeal at 641 Nash Street, with no action needed. Minutes from October 24, 2024 were approved 3-0.

• Approved deferral of BZA #24-006 (801 2nd St variance) to Jan 23, 2025 (3-0)
• Noted withdrawal of BZA #24-004 (641 Nash St appeal) - no action taken
• Approved October 24, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a vice chair and approve prior meeting minutes. The board will also hold public hearings for a proposed addition at Herndon Elementary School and a new 400-unit multi-family residential building at 555 Herndon Parkway.

• Election of Architectural Review Board Vice Chair
• Approval of September and October 2024 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for Herndon Elementary School addition (ARB #24-002)
• Public hearing for 400-unit multi-family building at 555 Herndon Parkway

The Architectural Review Board approved two applications: an addition and alterations to Herndon Elementary School (ARB #24-002) and new construction of a mixed-use building with 400 residential units and retail space at 555 Herndon Parkway (ARB #24-005). Both approvals were unanimous (3-0). The board also elected Melody Fetske as Vice Chair and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Elected Melody Fetske as Vice Chair (2-1, Fetske abstained)
• Approved minutes from Sept 4, Sept 18, and Oct 2 meetings (3-0)
• Approved ARB #24-002 for Herndon Elementary School addition/alterations, waiving prior site plan approval (3-0)
• Approved ARB #24-005 for 400-unit residential building with 5,300 sq ft retail at 555 Herndon Parkway, with conditions (3-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a home addition. The board will also conduct an organizational meeting to elect a Vice Chair.

• Public hearing for front porch addition at 811 Elden Street (HDRB #24-005)
• Election of Historic District Review Board Vice Chair

The Herndon Historic District Review Board elected Lauren Edmondson as Vice Chair for the remainder of 2024 by a 4-1 roll call vote (Edmondson abstained). The board approved the October 16, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (5-0). The board also approved the formal withdrawal of application HDRB #24-005 for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a front porch addition at 811 Elden Street, as requested by the applicant, by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; staff noted that December 2024 meetings are canceled due to no reviewable applications.

• Elected Lauren Edmondson as Vice Chair for remainder of 2024 (4-1, Edmondson abstained)
• Approved October 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved withdrawal of application HDRB #24-005 for front porch addition at 811 Elden Street (5-0)

General

The Town Council is convening for a special meeting. The primary purpose is to hold a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding real estate in the downtown area.

• Closed meeting regarding downtown real estate legal advice

The Herndon Town Council convened a special closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding specific legal matters related to real estate in the downtown area. The council voted 5-0 to enter the closed session, and after reconvening, unanimously certified that only lawful matters were discussed. No substantive public decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed meeting for legal consultation on downtown real estate (5-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed meeting (unanimous)
• Certified closed meeting discussions were lawful (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. The body will discuss changes to Transit Related Growth for Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office categories.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding Transit Related Growth (Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office)

The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 to the Town Council, with the exception of a special exception in lines 161-164, which they separately voted 7-0 to recommend denying. The amendment addresses transit-related growth, medium density residential, and office uses. The meeting also included recognition of George Burke and approval of prior minutes.

• Approved October 14, 2024 work session minutes and October 28, 2024 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of ZOTA #24-02 to Town Council, excluding special exception lines 161-164 (7-0)
• Recommended denial of special exception in lines 161-164 of ZOTA #24-02 (7-0)

Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

The Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will meet to follow up on a diversity policy recommendation regarding the Strategic Plan Inclusivity Statement. The committee will also discuss ways to identify opportunities for public input.

• Follow-up on Herndon Diversity Policy Recommendation for the Strategic Plan Inclusivity Statement
• Discussion on identifying public input opportunities

Town Council

The Town Council will consider an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund budget. The body is also reviewing bond financing for the Downtown Redevelopment Project and several property license agreements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-O-29 to amend the FY 2025 General Fund budget
• Resolution 24-G-65 regarding bond financing support for the Downtown Redevelopment Project
• Sublicense Agreement with Arts Herndon, Inc. for space at 750 Center Street
• License agreement for public parking at the corner of Lynn and Station Streets
• Adoption of the Town of Herndon’s 2025 Legislative Program

The Herndon Town Council unanimously approved a $757,000 amendment to the FY 2025 General Fund budget, funding police equipment, municipal center leak repairs, an affordable housing consultant, and a market study. The Council also unanimously authorized a letter of intent for bond financing for the downtown redevelopment project and approved a sublicense agreement with Arts Herndon for space at 750 Center Street. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 24-O-29, $757K FY2025 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-65, bond financing LOI for downtown redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-66, Arts Herndon sublicense for 750 Center St (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 24-G-67 through 24-G-71 and minutes (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board will hold public hearings for two construction projects. The board is considering an addition to Herndon Elementary School and a new multi-family residential building with retail space.

• Alterations and addition to Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road (ARB #24-002)
• Construction of a 400-unit multi-family residential building with 5,300 square feet of retail space at 555 Herndon Parkway (ARB #24-005)

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to discuss two applications without taking any formal votes or decisions. The board reviewed a proposed addition and alterations for Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road and a proposed multi-family residential building with retail space at 555 Herndon Parkway. Both items involved staff presentations, applicant comments, and board discussion ahead of future meetings.

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The Historic District Review Board will hold a work session to discuss a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding a front porch addition at 811 Elden Street. The meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

• Public Hearing: Application HDRB #24-005 for front porch addition at 811 Elden Street
• Meeting location: Herndon Police Department Community Room, 397 Herndon Parkway, #300

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on November 6, 2024, to discuss an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a front porch addition at 811 Elden Street. No decision was made; the board and staff deliberated on design details, and staff will provide a recommendation at the November 20, 2024, Architectural Review Board meeting. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including introductions and staff comments.

• Discussed porch addition application HDRB #24-005 for 811 Elden Street; no vote taken
• Staff to provide recommendation at November 20, 2024, Architectural Review Board meeting
• Board members introduced new member Tamim Chowdhury

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a work session to review the water and wastewater system. Members will also discuss affordable housing and town-owned properties leased or given for below market value.

• Water and Wastewater System Overview
• Affordable Housing discussion
• Town-owned property leased or given for below market value
• Closed meeting regarding downtown real estate
• Closed meeting regarding board and commission appointments

The Herndon Town Council held a work session and took no substantive legislative action. Councilmembers reviewed the town's water and wastewater master plan, debated procurement options for an affordable housing consultant, and discussed policies governing town-owned properties leased to nonprofits at below-market rates. The council also held two closed sessions regarding downtown real estate legal advice and board appointments.

• Convened and certified closed session on downtown real estate legal advice (6-0)
• Convened and certified closed session on board and commission candidate appointments (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning ordinance text amendment. The session includes comments from staff members and commissioners.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding Transit Related Growth (Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office)

The Planning Commission met to discuss Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding transit-related growth, mixed-use, and residential density. No formal votes or final decisions were made during this work session, as staff is withholding a recommendation pending further discussion.

• Discussed ZOTA #24-02 regarding transit-related growth
• No formal actions or votes taken

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning ordinance text amendment. The primary focus is a public hearing regarding transit-related growth for mixed-use, medium density residential, and office developments.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding Transit Related Growth (Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office)

The Herndon Planning Commission voted 6-0 to continue the public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 (Transit Related Growth Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office) to the November 18, 2024 regular meeting. The continuation allows for further discussion on specific issues, including zoning modifications, park vs. open space, parking standards, and environmental standards. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 9 and September 23 meetings.

• Continued ZOTA #24-02 to November 18, 2024 regular meeting (6-0)
• Approved September 9, 2024 work session minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a specific appeal concerning a Zoning Administrator's decision. The board will also approve minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting.

• BZA #24-004: Appeal of Zoning Administrator's July 30, 2024 decision regarding 641 Nash Street and Town Plan SLDP #23-03

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for BZA #24-004, an appeal of a zoning administrator's decision regarding 641 Nash Street, to November 21, 2024. The continuance was requested by the applicant's attorney and agreed to by the parties, with the matter reportedly moving toward settlement. No testimony was taken, and the board also approved the September 26, 2024, meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved September 26, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued BZA #24-004 public hearing to November 21, 2024 (5-0)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The committee will review existing transportation projects and discuss roadway safety audits. Members will also address a bicycle race in Herndon and establish priorities for 2025.

• Discussion on Bicycle Race in Herndon
• Roadway Safety Audits
• 2025 PBAC Priorities & Agendas
• 2024 Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Awareness Month

The Herndon Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee approved the July 24, 2024 meeting minutes by a 7-0 vote. The committee received updates on transportation projects, including completed work on Sterling Road and the Hunters Creek pedestrian bridge, and discussed future priorities. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 24, 2024 PBAC meeting minutes (7-0)

Town Council

Mayor Sheila Olem canceled the October 22, 2024 Regular Meeting. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board is meeting to approve previous session minutes and set its meeting schedule for the 2025 calendar year.

• Resolution to establish the meeting schedule from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025

The Herndon Historic District Review Board approved its 2025 meeting schedule and recognized outgoing member Eric Boll for his service. The board also approved minutes from its July 2024 work session and regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 HDRB meeting schedule (7-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved July 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recognized Eric Boll with certificate and resolution (7-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will meet to discuss three specific agenda items: leases at 750 Center Street, an update on American Rescue Plan Act funds, and a process outline for affordable housing.

• Leases at 750 Center Street
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Update
• Affordable Housing - Process Outline Discussion

The Town Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed lease expirations for Arts Herndon and NextStop Theatre at 750 Center Street, with staff to draft an agreement for the lease end date. They reviewed ARPA fund spending and directed staff to explore a potential relief fund for water/sewer costs. Staff was asked to bring a funding authorization for an affordable housing study to a future meeting.

• Directed staff to draft lease agreement for 750 Center Street arts groups
• Directed staff to explore ARPA-funded water/sewer relief fund
• Asked staff to bring affordable housing study funding authorization to Council
• Requested staff to work with A Thousand Stories on new storefront
• Requested list of Town properties leased below market rate

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss a proposed text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding transit-related growth. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 14, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02
• Topic: Transit Related Growth Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office

The Planning Commission held a work session to review proposed zoning ordinance text amendments for transit-related growth. No formal votes were taken, but staff recommended continuing the item to the December 16, 2024, regular meeting.

• Requested staff gather data on Fairfax and Loudoun County electric vehicle infrastructure for the October 28 meeting
• Requested staff evaluate reflective paint as an alternative to parking structure landscape features
• Requested staff review parapet sign requirements per building versus per street frontage

Herndon Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee

The Herndon Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee will meet to discuss an annual plan update and current analysis trends. The meeting is scheduled for October 10 at 1:00 p.m. at the Herndon Police Department Community Room.

• Discussion of annual plan update and current analysis trends
• Comments from Committee Members

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a right-of-way encroachment agreement for a multi-family and retail project. The body will also consider a VDOT grant application for traffic signal improvements and a contract for fuel tank replacement.

• Public hearing on Resolution 24-G-62 for Right-of-Way Encroachment Agreement at 555 Herndon Parkway
• Resolution 24-G-63 to apply for VDOT Virginia Highway Safety Improvement Program funding for signal heads and backplates
• Resolution 24-G-64 to award Contract #B-25-02 for Fuel Tanks Replacement Project

The Town Council approved Resolution 24-G-62, a right-of-way encroachment agreement with Fairfield 555 Herndon, LLC, for improvements in the town right-of-way as part of the major site plan for 555 Herndon Parkway (multi-family with retail). The council also approved the consent agenda, which included a grant application for traffic signal upgrades, a fuel tank replacement contract, and the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and comments on leases, events, and resident concerns.

• Approved Resolution 24-G-62, right-of-way encroachment agreement with Fairfield 555 Herndon, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-63, grant application to VDOT for traffic signal improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-64, Contract #B-25-02 for Fuel Tanks Replacement Project (consent agenda)
• Approved July 16, 2024 Town Council meeting minutes (consent agenda)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board will hold a work session to discuss a project at 575 Herndon Parkway. The meeting includes time for comments from staff and board members.

• Discussion regarding 575 Herndon Parkway

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to discuss the architectural components of an active rezoning application for 575 Herndon Parkway. No formal decisions were made; the board provided feedback on the design, including concerns about massing, materials, and green space. The discussion was part of the board's advisory input to staff.

• Discussed 575 Herndon Parkway rezoning design (no vote)
• Provided feedback on design, including massing and materials concerns

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a right-of-way encroachment agreement for a multi-family and retail project. Members will also discuss the town's 2025 legislative program and a rebranding project.

• Public hearing for Right-of-Way Encroachment Agreement with Fairfield 555 Herndon, LLC for 555 Herndon Parkway
• Grant application to Virginia Department of Transportation for traffic signal head replacement and high visibility backplates
• Presentation of research and brand pillars for the Rebranding Project
• Discussion of the Town of Herndon's 2025 Legislative Program

The Herndon Town Council held a work session on October 1, 2024, where they directed staff to proceed with the Rebranding Project after a presentation of research and brand pillars. They also discussed the 2025 Legislative Program, including VML positions and two councilmember requests, but took no formal votes. The meeting was largely informational, with no substantive decisions made.

• Directed staff to proceed with Rebranding Project (unanimous concurrence)
• No formal votes taken on legislative program; discussion only

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for a home addition and an appeal regarding a withdrawn Town Plan. The board will also establish its meeting schedule for 2025.

• BZA #24-005: Variance request for a residence addition at 1119 Burwick Drive
• BZA #24-004: Appeal of Zoning Administrator's July 30, 2024 decision regarding Town Plan SLDP #23-03 at 641 Nash Street
• Resolution to set the 2025 meeting schedule

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a covered porch at 1119 Burwick Drive, allowing a 12-foot encroachment into the rear setback with a condition limiting the roof to 9 feet from the rear facade. The board also continued the appeal for 641 Nash Street to October 24, 2024, and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. The August 22, 2024 minutes were approved with one abstention.

• Approved variance BZA #24-005 for 1119 Burwick Drive (5-0)
• Continued BZA #24-004 for 641 Nash Street to October 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 BZA meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved August 22, 2024 minutes (4-0-1, Chair Pierce abstained)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception amendment for a property on Sterling Road. The body will also consider a sewer and stormwater project contract and updates to environmental ordinances.

• Public hearing on Resolution 24-G-59 for Special Exception Amendment SE #24-02 at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104
• Resolution 24-G-60 to award contract IFB# B-25-01 for Folly Lick Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Improvement Project
• Ordinance 24-O-28 to update Virginia Administrative Code references in Chapter 26 (ENVIRONMENT)
• Resolution 24-G-61 to appoint a member to the Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee

The Herndon Town Council approved a special exception amendment allowing the Ice Ice Ice Cream shop at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104, to expand its hours and seats, with a maximum of 12 seats. The Council also approved three consent agenda items: a contract for the Folly Lick Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Improvement Project, an ordinance updating environmental code references, and an appointment to the Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee. All votes were unanimous among the six members present; Councilmember Naila Alam was absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports, announcements, and audience comments.

• Approved Resolution 24-G-59 for Special Exception Amendment SE #24-02 at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104 (Ice Ice Ice Cream), allowing expanded hours and up to 12 seats (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-60 to award contract IFB# B-25-01 for the Folly Lick Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Improvement Project (unanimous consent)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-28 amending Chapter 26 (Environment) to update Virginia Administrative Code references (unanimous consent)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-61 to appoint a member to the Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee (unanimous consent)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for transit-related growth. The body will also consider a resolution to set the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding Transit Related Growth Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office
• Resolution to establish the Planning Commission meeting schedule for January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025

The Planning Commission postponed a decision on a zoning ordinance text amendment regarding transit-related growth. The commission also established its meeting schedule for the 2025 calendar year.

• Continued ZOTA #24-02 (Transit Related Growth) to October 28, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule with October 13 work session moved to October 20 (5-1)
• Approved August 12 and August 26, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss affordable housing options in cooperation with Fairfax County. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Town Council Chambers.

• Discussion of Affordable Housing Options In Cooperation with Fairfax County

The Herndon Town Council held a special meeting to discuss affordable housing options in cooperation with Fairfax County. Council directed staff to draft a roadmap for proceeding with affordable housing, investigate the Berkdale Apartments and nearby Fairfax County Park Authority land for potential development, and work with the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority to publicize the next opening of the housing voucher waitlist. No formal votes were taken; the actions were by consensus.

• Directed staff to draft a roadmap for affordable housing process (consensus)
• Directed staff to investigate Berkdale Apartments and Fairfax County Park Authority land for affordable housing (consensus)
• Directed staff to work with FCRHA to publicize next housing voucher waitlist opening (consensus)

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a commercial building facade re-design. The board will also determine the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for application ARB #24-04: facade re-design at 598 Elden Street
• Establishment of the 2025 ARB Meeting Schedule

The Herndon Architectural Review Board approved a facade re-design application (ARB #24-04) for the commercial building at 598 Elden Street, with a modified condition requiring the painted black brick to extend above the windows and an added condition that the trash enclosure be painted to match the black brick. The board also approved the 2025 meeting schedule. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Approved facade re-design at 598 Elden Street with conditions (3-0)
• Approved 2025 ARB meeting schedule (3-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss Strategic Focus Area #3 of the Strategic Plan. The body will also consider a contract for the Folly Lick Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Improvement Project and a special exception amendment for 1031 Sterling Road.

• Special Exception Amendment SE #24-02 for 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104
• Contract award for Folly Lick Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Improvement Project
• Ordinance to update Virginia Administrative Code references in Chapter 26 (ENVIRONMENT)
• Appointment of a member to the Police Supplemental Retirement Plan Administrative Committee
• Strategic Plan discussion on Environmental and Economic Sustainability

The Town Council held a work session focused on the Environmental and Economic Sustainability focus area of the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. No formal decisions were made; the session included staff briefings on energy efficiency, EV charging stations, urban forestry, and economic development, followed by facilitated discussions. Council consensus selected educational campaigns and improving the tree canopy for focused discussion, and staff was directed to develop a comprehensive tree program for future budget and CIP cycles.

• No formal decisions made; work session only
• Selected educational campaigns and tree canopy improvement for focused discussion
• Directed staff to develop comprehensive tree program for budget and CIP cycles

Town Council

The Town Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2025 Adopted Budget for the General Fund and the Water and Sewer Fund. The meeting will also include resolutions to approve a final extension of an Outside Satisfaction date, accept the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report, and establish the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Ordinance 24-O-27 to amend FY2025 budget for General Fund and Water and Sewer Fund
• Resolution 24-G-52 to approve final extension of Outside Satisfaction date to Dec 10, 2024
• Resolution 24-G-53 to accept FY2024 Annual Report
• Resolution 24-G-54 to establish 2025 Town Council meeting schedule
• Resolutions to appoint members to Historic District Review and Planning Commissions

The Herndon Town Council approved a final extension of the Outside Satisfaction Date to December 10, 2024, for the Comstock Herndon development project, with Councilmember Scherff voting against. The council also approved a budget amendment for FY 2025, accepted the FY 2024 Annual Report, and approved all consent agenda items, including appointments and the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting included recognition of outgoing Town Manager William H. Ashton II and a proclamation for National Hispanic American Heritage Month.

• Approved final extension of Outside Satisfaction Date to Dec 10, 2024 for Comstock project (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-27 amending FY 2025 budget for General Fund and Water/Sewer Fund (6-0)
• Accepted Resolution 24-G-53, Annual Report FY 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including appointments and 2025 meeting schedule (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a specific zoning ordinance text amendment. The body will hear staff and commissioner comments following the public hearing.

• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 regarding Transit Related Growth (Mixed Use, Medium Density Residential, and Office)

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session on September 9, 2024, to discuss Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02, which addresses transit-related growth, mixed-use, medium-density residential, and office uses. Staff recommended a continuance to the October 28, 2024, regular meeting, and the commission discussed various aspects of the amendment, including setbacks, parking, and bicycle infrastructure. No formal decisions were made; the item was continued for further review.

• Continued ZOTA #24-02 to October 28, 2024, regular meeting
• Requested staff provide maps with next dispatch
• Requested staff provide updated redlined ordinance before regular meeting

Herndon Youth Advisory Committee

The Herndon Youth Advisory Committee will select a chair and vice chair and discuss the Town Rebranding Initiative with town staff. The meeting will also review local government roles.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Local Government Roles and Responsibilities
• Discussion on Town Rebranding Initiative

The Herndon Youth Advisory Committee met for the first time on September 5, 2024, with 11 members present. The committee discussed local government roles, provided input on the town's rebranding initiative, and suggested future topics such as youth programming, marketing, and mental health support. They selected co-chairs for upcoming meetings and scheduled an additional meeting for the year.

• Selected co-chairs for upcoming meetings by consensus
• Scheduled a fifth meeting for the 2024-2025 school year
• Next meeting set for December 5, 2024

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board is holding a public hearing to consider an application for an addition and alterations to an existing structure. The board will also hear comments from staff and board members.

• Public hearing for ARB #24-004: alterations and addition at 598 Elden Street

The Architectural Review Board held a work session and discussed the application for alterations at 598 Elden Street. Staff recommended a continuance to allow the applicant to submit additional information and revise the design. The board did not make a final decision, and the case was continued to a future hearing.

• Continued ARB #24-004 for 598 Elden Street to a future hearing for more information

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the FY 2025 Adopted Budget for the General Fund and the Water and Sewer Fund. The body will also discuss zoning along the Herndon Parkway corridor and a request for a large scale cycling event.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 Adopted Budget amendments for General Fund and Water and Sewer Fund
• Resolution to accept the FY 2024 Annual Report
• 2025 Town Council meeting schedule
• Zoning discussion for Herndon Parkway (Elden-Spring Streets) corridor
• Discussion on Large Scale Cycling Event request

The Town Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They directed staff to place the 2025 meeting schedule (updated to Option B, with two work sessions and two regular meetings per month) on the next meeting's consent agenda. They also requested staff to schedule a feasibility meeting for a large-scale cycling event and discussed zoning along Herndon Parkway, but took no final action on these items.

• Directed staff to place 2025 meeting schedule (Option B) on next meeting's consent agenda
• Requested staff to schedule a feasibility meeting for a large-scale cycling event with cycling community and PBAC
• Held closed meetings for legal counsel on downtown real estate and for board/commission appointments (unanimous votes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception amendment for a restaurant. The body will consider expanding the hours of operations and the number of seats at the location.

• Public hearing for SE #24-02: 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104, to expand restaurant hours and seating

The Herndon Planning Commission unanimously approved a special exception amendment (SE #24-02) for a restaurant at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104, to expand its hours of operation and number of seats. The approval was in accordance with the proposed resolution and staff recommendation. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 8 and April 22, 2024 meetings. Commissioner Mike McFarlane was recognized for his service.

• Approved SE #24-02 for restaurant at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104, to expand hours and seats (7-0)
• Approved April 8, 2024 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 22, 2024 regular meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a property setback variance. The board will also review and approve minutes from the July 25, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for BZA #24-003 at 811 Elden Street regarding a variance for a covered front porch to encroach into the 35-foot front yard setback

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance (BZA #24-003) for a property at 811 Elden Street, allowing a proposed covered front porch to encroach into the required 35-foot front yard setback. The approval was granted with two conditions, based on findings that the variance would alleviate an undue hardship due to a physical condition of the property. The board also approved the minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance BZA #24-003 for 811 Elden Street to allow front porch encroachment into 35-foot setback (4-0)
• Approved July 25, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0, Kim abstained)

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application for an addition and alterations to a school. The board will also approve minutes from previous July sessions.

• Public hearing for ARB #24-002: addition and alterations to Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road

The Architectural Review Board voted 3-0 to continue ARB #24-002, the application for alterations and an addition to Herndon Elementary School, to a date certain once the site plan is approved and staff deems the application complete. The board also approved the July 10 and July 17, 2024, minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Continued ARB #24-002 (Herndon Elementary School addition) to a date certain (3-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 work session minutes (3-0)
• Approved July 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes (3-0)

Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

The Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss an empowerment session with Councilmember Scherff. The body will also review status updates on diversity policy recommendations and town program delivery.

• Empowerment discussion with Councilmember Scherff
• Status update on HDEIC Recommendations
• Status update on Herndon Diversity Policy Recommendation
• Discussion on Town Service and Program Delivery
• 660 Spring Street Historic Marker

The Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee approved its February 15, 2024 meeting minutes by a 6-0 vote. The committee discussed empowerment with Councilmember Scherff, received status updates on recommendations and diversity policy, and reviewed town service delivery and a historic marker proposal. No other formal decisions were made; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider resolutions to appoint an Interim Town Manager and authorize the mayor to sign related transition instruments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the Comstock Herndon Project and various board appointments.

• Resolution 24-G-46: Extension of Outside Satisfaction date to September 10, 2024, for Comstock Herndon Project
• Resolution 24-G-48: Appointment of an Interim Town Manager
• Resolution 24-G-49: Temporary License Agreement with JOTT, INC. for outdoor seating in the alley adjacent to Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern
• Ordinance 24-O-26: Amendment to Chapter 70, Sec. 70-102 regarding Subdivision Review Procedures
• Resolutions 24-G-50 and 24-G-51: Appointments to the Planning Commission, Historic District Review, and Architectural Review Boards

The Town Council unanimously approved Resolution 24-G-46 to extend the Outside Satisfaction Date for the Comstock Herndon Project from August 15 to September 10, 2024, allowing further discussions. The Council also approved resolutions to authorize the mayor to sign transition instruments and appoint Christopher Martino as Interim Town Manager, effective September 3, 2024. Two appointments to the Historic District Review and Architectural Review Boards and the Planning Commission were tabled for future closed meetings. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 24-G-46 extending Comstock project Outside Satisfaction Date to Sept 10, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-47 authorizing mayor to sign Town Manager transition instruments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-48 appointing Christopher Martino as Interim Town Manager (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 24-G-50 for ARB/HDRB appointments (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 24-G-51 for Planning Commission appointment (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including temporary license for JOTT, Inc. and subdivision ordinance amendment (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss an amendment to a previously approved Special Exception for a restaurant at 1031 Sterling Road. The proposal seeks to expand the restaurant's hours of operation and increase the number of seats.

• Public hearing for Special Exception Amendment SE #24-02 at 1031 Sterling Road
• Proposal to expand restaurant hours of operation
• Proposal to increase number of seats at the restaurant

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session on August 12, 2024, to discuss a special exception amendment (SE #24-02) for a restaurant at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104, to expand hours and increase seating. Staff recommended approval with conditions, but no formal decision was made during the work session. The meeting was procedural, with no votes or final actions taken.

• Discussed SE #24-02 for restaurant expansion at 1031 Sterling Road, Suite 104; no action taken
• Staff recommended approval of SE #24-02 with conditions; pending future decision

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will discuss the appointment of an Interim Town Manager and related transition instruments. The body will also consider a temporary license for outdoor seating and updates to subdivision review procedures.

• Resolution to appoint an Interim Town Manager
• Temporary License Agreement with JOTT, INC. for outdoor seating in the alley adjacent to Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 70, Sec. 70-102 regarding Subdivision Review Procedures
• Request to waive Community Center rental fees for Global Beats' 2024 Pakistan Day event
• Trail Management Plan Update

The Town Council held a work session and directed staff to proceed with developing a Trail Management Plan, a process expected to take about 12 months. Several items were placed on the consent agenda for the next regular meeting, including a temporary license agreement with JOTT, INC. for outdoor seating events and an ordinance amending subdivision review procedures. The Council also discussed but did not decide on an in-kind donation request for the Pakistan Day event, a review of events on private property, and a potential logo and flag design contest.

• Directed staff to proceed with Trail Management Plan development
• Placed temporary license agreement with JOTT, INC. on consent agenda
• Placed ordinance amending Chapter 70 subdivision procedures on consent agenda
• Agreed to have staff prepare memorandum on logo and flag design process
• Asked staff to facilitate conversation with business affected by car street takeover event
• Directed staff to gather information on potential large-scale cycling event

Town Council

The Town Council is convening a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed session. Discussions will cover board appointments, the Town Manager's resignation, and downtown real estate legal matters.

• Personnel matter regarding the resignation of the Town Manager
• Discussion of prospective candidates for boards and commissions
• Legal consultation regarding downtown real estate

The Town Council held a special meeting and unanimously voted to enter a closed meeting to discuss prospective candidates for boards and commissions, a personnel matter involving the Town Manager's resignation, and legal advice on downtown real estate. After reconvening, the Council unanimously certified that the closed session complied with state law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed meeting (7-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed meeting (7-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with FOIA (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding variance requests for a property on Hillwood Court. The board will also discuss membership overlap with the Planning Commission and the authority to decide Special Exceptions.

• Public hearing for BZA #24-002 at 351 Hillwood Court regarding three variances from Section 78-30.2(g) and Section 78-21(f)
• Discussion on whether BZA members can also serve on the Planning Commission
• Discussion on whether the BZA can decide Special Exceptions instead of the Town Council

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variances for a property at 351 Hillwood Court to replace a garage and add an accessory dwelling unit, with conditions, and denied a third variance for a rear setback. The board also discussed whether BZA members can serve on the Planning Commission and whether the BZA could decide special exceptions, but took no action on these topics.

• Approved variances one and two for 351 Hillwood Court (4-0), with conditions including substantial conformance to architectural drawings and excluding the deck
• Denied variance three for 351 Hillwood Court (4-0)
• Approved January 25, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee will review updates to traffic calming guidelines and a tactical response for the Roadway Safety Plan. The committee will also receive updates on public improvement projects.

• Update Traffic Calming Guidelines
• Roadway Safety Plan - Tactical Response
• Public Improvement Project Updates

The Herndon Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PBAC) approved the April 24, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (10-0). The committee received updates on multiple public improvement projects, including ongoing construction on East Spring Street and the Hunters Creek Pedestrian Bridge, and heard about new studies for Bennett Street, Park Avenue, and Fortnightly Boulevard. Staff reported that Town Council approved a resolution to update the Traffic Calming Guide and passed an ordinance to codify standards for traffic calming and crosswalks. No public comments were offered, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 24, 2024 PBAC meeting minutes (10-0)
• Noted Town Council approved resolution to update Traffic Calming Guide and passed ordinance to codify standards
• Heard updates on East Spring Street widening (construction ongoing, cycle track and crosswalks)
• Heard updates on Hunters Creek Pedestrian Bridge replacement (construction phase)
• Heard updates on new studies for Bennett Street, Park Avenue, and Fortnightly Boulevard (fall 2024)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will meet to approve minutes and hear a public appeal regarding a denied request to replace windows at 814 Locust Street.

• Approval of June 12 and June 26 minutes
• Public hearing on appeal of window replacement denial at 814 Locust Street

The Historic District Review Board approved an appeal for window replacements at 814 Locust Street. The approval requires the use of 1-over-1 sash windows with no muntins or grill patterns.

• Approved window replacement at 814 Locust Street with 1-over-1 sash windows and no muntins/grill pattern (6-0)
• Approved June 12 and June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed addition and alterations to Herndon Elementary School. The board will also review and approve minutes from four previous sessions.

• Public hearing for ARB #24-002: addition and alterations to Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road

The Architectural Review Board continued the application for additions and alterations to Herndon Elementary School to a future meeting. Action was delayed because the project's site plan is still under review.

• Approved minutes from Jan 3, Jan 17, Feb 7, and June 12, 2024 (4-0)
• Continued ARB #24-002 (Herndon Elementary School alterations) to August 21, 2024 (4-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider approving lease renewals for T-Mobile and XO Virginia, amending the FY 2025 budget, and adopting new traffic calming standards. The meeting will also address a proposed settlement for opioid-related claims and appoint members to the Youth Advisory Committee.

• Lease renewal for T-Mobile at Spring Knoll Drive water tower
• Franchise amendment for XO Virginia to extend term by 10 years
• Amend FY 2025 budget for multiple town funds
• Adopt new Standards for Traffic Calming and Crosswalks
• Authorize participation in opioid-related settlement against Kroger

The Council approved several lease and franchise amendments, updated the FY 2025 budget, and increased the funding limit for community cultural festivals. Two requests for cash donations to community organizations were denied. The Council also adopted new standards for traffic calming and crosswalks.

• Approved lease renewal for T-Mobile at Spring Knoll Drive water tower (6-0)
• Approved 10-year franchise extension for XO Virginia, LLC (6-0)
• Approved FY 2025 budget amendments and FY 2024 fund reserves (6-0)
• Denied $3,848 donation to Stars and Stripes NOVA Committee (3-3)
• Denied $5,000 donation to Global Beat Foundation (3-3)
• Increased community cultural festival funding limit to $15,000 (6-0)
• Adopted new Standards for Traffic Calming and Crosswalks (6-0)
• Approved participation in opioid-related settlement against Kroger (6-0)

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal for HDRB #24-004. This item concerns a previously denied application for window replacement at 814 Locust Street. Staff and board members are also scheduled to provide comments.

• Public hearing for window replacement appeal (HDRB #24-004) at 814 Locust Street

The Historic District Review Board met in work session on July 10, 2024, to discuss appeal HDRB #24-004 of an administrative decision denying window replacement at 814 Locust Street. Staff recommended denial of the application as proposed. The board discussed the item but took no vote or decision; the applicant was not present. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

• No decisions recorded; work session discussion only on window-replacement appeal HDRB #24-004 at 814 Locust Street
• Staff recommended denial of the application as proposed; board took no action

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application for additions and alterations to Herndon Elementary School. The board will also address 555 Herndon Parkway under new business.

• Application for addition and alterations at 630 Dranesville Road (ARB #24-002)
• Discussion regarding 555 Herndon Parkway

The Architectural Review Board continued consideration of an addition to Herndon Elementary School because the site plan is not yet approved. The Board also held a work session discussion on a proposed rental development at 555 Herndon Parkway, focusing on facade design and balconies. No final approvals or denials were made during this session.

• Continued review of Herndon Elementary School addition (ARB #24-002) to August 12
• Discussed design elements for 555 Herndon Parkway rental project
• No final vote taken on either item

Town Council Work Session

The council will consider budget amendments for the FY 2025 Adopted Budget across various town funds. The session also includes discussions on new traffic calming standards and updates on the Ferndale Avenue Project.

• Ordinance to amend the FY 2025 Adopted Budget for multiple town funds
• Adoption of new Standards for Traffic Calming and Crosswalks
• Lease amendment with T-Mobile Northeast, LLC at Spring Knoll Drive water tower
• Participation in opioid-related settlement claims against Kroger
• Franchise amendment with XO Virginia, LLC to extend term by 10 years

The Town Council directed staff to draft a resolution increasing the Community Cultural Festival Donation Program limit from $10,000 to $15,000. Council also requested that on-street parking be maintained for residents near Ferndale Avenue while implementing traffic calming measures.

• Directed staff to increase nonprofit donation limit from $10,000 to $15,000
• Requested maintenance of on-street parking for residents near Ferndale Avenue
• Directed staff to place new Traffic Calming and Crosswalks standards on the next Consent Agenda
• Approved closed meeting to discuss board appointments and downtown real estate (6-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The application proposes modifications to the Town Hall Square outdoor plaza and park at 730 Elden Street, as well as a portion of the W&OD Trail near the Herndon Depot. The board will also consider approving minutes from May 2024 meetings.

• Public hearing for HDRB #24-003 regarding Town Hall Square and W&OD Trail modifications
• Approval of May 1, 2024, work session minutes
• Approval of May 15, 2024, regular meeting minutes

The Historic District Review Board approved HDRB #24-003, a Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications to the Town Hall Square outdoor plaza and park next to the Herndon Old Town Hall at 730 Elden Street, and a portion of the W&OD Trail next to the Herndon Depot. The approval, by a 4-0 roll call vote, included an added condition that the arrangement of seating features on the site can be altered from the positions shown in the presented plan. The Board also approved the May 1, 2024 work session minutes and the May 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes by a 4-0 roll call vote. Vice Chair Eric Boll and Chair Leslie Blaker-Glass were absent from both votes.

• Approved HDRB #24-003 Certificate of Appropriateness for Town Hall Square plaza/park and W&OD Trail modifications (4-0)
• Added condition allowing seating feature arrangement to be altered from the presented plan (part of the 4-0 approval)
• Approved May 1, 2024 work session minutes and May 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed additions and alterations to Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road. The board will also discuss an architectural language presentation.

• Proposed addition and alterations to Herndon Elementary School (ARB #24-002)
• Discussion of an architectural language presentation

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to discuss a pending application for additions and alterations at Herndon Elementary School, noting that action cannot be taken until site plan approval. The Board also received an architectural language presentation and training materials from staff and members.

• Discussed application ARB #24-002 for Herndon Elementary School additions and alterations (no action taken pending site plan approval)
• Received architectural language presentation and training materials

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding application HDRB #24-003. This application seeks approval for modifications to the Town Hall Square outdoor plaza and park near 730 Elden Street, as well as a portion of the W&OD Trail adjacent to the Herndon Depot.

• Public hearing for application HDRB #24-003
• Proposed modifications to Town Hall Square outdoor plaza and park
• Proposed changes to a portion of the W&OD Trail near Herndon Depot

The Historic District Review Board held a work session to discuss an application for modifications to the Town Hall Square outdoor plaza and park. No formal decisions were made; staff will consider board comments and provide updated drawings before the June 26, 2024, public hearing.

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council will review proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth. The council is also scheduled to consider several resolutions regarding road improvements, lease extensions, and a water main replacement contract.

• Smart Scale application for Herndon Parkway at Sunset Park Drive intersection
• Lease extensions with NextStop Theatre Company at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Contract award for Dranesville Road Water Main Replacement
• Encroachment Agreements for the Streetery Pilot Program
• Proclamations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Juneteenth Day

The Town Council unanimously approved several items via the consent agenda, including a VDOT grant application for intersection improvements and lease extensions for the NextStop Theatre Company. The meeting also included proclamations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Juneteenth Day.

• Approved FY 2028 Smart Scale application for Herndon Parkway Improvements at Sunset Park Drive (7-0)
• Approved Third Lease Extension for NextStop Theatre Company storage space at 397 Herndon Parkway (7-0)
• Approved Fifth Lease Extension for NextStop Theatre Company rehearsal space at 397 Herndon Parkway (7-0)
• Awarded contract IFB# B-24-01 for Dranesville Road Water Main Replacement (7-0)
• Authorized Town Manager to grant Encroachment Agreements for the Streetery Pilot Program (7-0)
• Approved April 23, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved April 30, 2024 Special Meeting Strategic Plan Minutes (7-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will consider a Smart Scale application for the Herndon Parkway and Sunset Park Drive intersection project. The agenda also includes lease extensions for NextStop Theatre Company and a contract award for water main replacement on Dranesville Road.

• VDOT Smart Scale application for Herndon Parkway/Sunset Park Drive improvements
• Lease extensions with NextStop Theatre Company at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Contract award for Dranesville Road Water Main Replacement (IFB# B-24-01)
• Encroachment Agreements for the Streetery Pilot Program
• Donation request to Stars and Stripes NOVA Committee

The Town Council held a closed meeting to discuss a specific public employee's annual performance review, which was certified as lawful. Staff were directed to place a resolution for a $6 million VDOT Smart Scale grant application for Herndon Parkway improvements on the next meeting's Consent Agenda. The Council discussed lease extensions for NextStop Theatre Company and a dismissed legal appeal regarding Adams-Green Funeral Home, but made no final decisions on these items during this work session.

• Approved closed meeting for employee performance review (4-0)
• Certified closed meeting content was lawful (7-0)
• Directed staff to place Herndon Parkway grant resolution on next Consent Agenda
• No substantive decisions made on NextStop Theatre leases or Stars and Stripes donation

Town Council

The Council approved a five-year financial plan for public improvements and established a pilot program for outdoor dining in the downtown area. They also authorized the Town Manager to manage budget transfers for ARPA funds and initiated a zoning amendment for transit-related growth.

• Approved FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (6-0)
• Adopted Streetery Pilot Program for outdoor dining (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-18 to amend Chapter 66 regarding public rights-of-way (6-0)
• Authorized removal of duct bank for East Elden Street Improvements (6-0)
• Initiated Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 for Transit Related Growth (6-0)
• Delegated authority to Town Manager for ARPA Fund budget transfers (6-0)
• Approved April 2 and April 16 Work Session Minutes (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council is holding a work session to adopt the FY 2026 through FY 2030 portion of the Capital Improvement Program. The body will also adopt a Streetery Pilot Program and amend street ordinances to repeal outdoor seating encroachment rules. Additionally, the Council will initiate consideration of a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to create new Planned Development districts for transit-related growth.

• Resolution to adopt the FY 2026 through FY 2030 portion of the FY 2025 - FY 2030 Town of Herndon Capital Improvement Program
• Resolution to adopt the Town of Herndon Streetery Pilot Program
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 66 (STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND CERTAIN OTHER PUBLIC PLACES) and repeal Article VI (Encroachments Over and Upon Public Rights-of-Ways)
• Resolution to authorize removal of the duct bank for the relocation of underground utilities (UPC 120508) from the East Elden Street Improvements and Widening project
• Resolution to initiate consideration of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 to add PD-TRG1 and PD-TRG2 districts

The Herndon Town Council held a work session on May 21, 2024, to discuss the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program, a Streetery Pilot Program, revisions to the VDOT East Elden Street project to remove utility undergrounding, and a zoning amendment for the Transit-Related Growth Small Area Plan. Council directed staff to place the VDOT utility removal and the zoning text amendment initiation on the next meeting's consent agenda. No final binding votes were taken during the work session.

• Directed staff to place East Elden Street utility duct bank removal on next meeting's consent agenda
• Directed staff to place Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #24-02 initiation on next meeting's consent agenda

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board approved a setback reduction request for a property on Grace Street. The board also approved minutes from two previous meetings in March 2024.

• Approved HDRB #24-002 Grace Street Setback Reduction (6-0)
• Approved March 6, 2024, work session minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved March 20, 2024, regular meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council approved the FY 2025 budget package, including a real estate tax levy, a fiscal planning resolution, and an appropriation ordinance, all on 6-0 votes. The Council also approved increases to water and sewer service and usage charges effective for meter readings on or after July 1, 2024. Separately, it approved a special exception for the Hunters Creek Bridge floodplain overlay and reduced outdoor dining fees to $1.00 per square foot, with a pilot program to follow. All votes were 6-0; Councilmember LeBlanc was absent.

• Approved Ordinance 24-O-11 increasing water and sewer service and usage charges effective July 1, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-12 levying FY 2025 taxes on real estate and manufactured homes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-26 adopting the FY 2025 Fiscal Planning Resolution (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-13 appropriating FY 2025 funds, establishing the Pay Plan, and reserving ongoing and capital funding (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-25 for Special Exception SE #24-01, Hunters Creek Bridge Floodplain Overlay (6-0)
• Amended Ordinance 24-O-10 to reduce outdoor dining fees from $10.00 to $1.00 per square foot (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-14 amending the FY 2024 budget for the General Fund and ARPA Fund, including $510,057 for the Hunters Creek Bridge (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-15 adjusting development application fees for inflation (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold a work session with public hearings on the FY 2025 proposed budget, including ordinances to increase water and sewer rates, levy real estate taxes, and appropriate funds. They will also consider reducing outdoor seating fees, approving a special exception for a floodplain overlay, and adjusting development and building fees for inflation. The agenda includes several consent items and a discussion on a chamber event partnership.

• Reduce outdoor seating fees from $10.00 to no more than $7.50 per square foot
• Special Exception SE #24-01 for Hunters Creek Bridge Floodplain Overlay
• Increase sanitary sewer and water service charges effective July 1, 2024
• Ordinance to levy real estate taxes for FY2025
• Adjust development and building fees for inflation

The Herndon Town Council held a work session to review proposed ordinances and budget items. The Council directed staff to draft an outdoor dining pilot program featuring reduced fees and expanded seating allowances. Public hearings on the FY 2025 budget and a Hunters Creek Bridge special exception were continued or discussed, with no final votes taken on these items during this session.

• Directed staff to draft outdoor dining pilot program
• Closed meeting held for legal counsel consultation (6-0 vote)
• Certified closed meeting compliance (7-0 vote)
• Directed building fee ordinance to next meeting's Consent Agenda
• FY 2025 budget hearings continued from April 23
• No final votes taken on budget or zoning items

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The board held a work session to discuss a setback reduction request for a property on Grace Street. No formal decision was made as staff indicated an updated plat is required for the application to proceed.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council held a special strategic planning meeting on April 30, 2024, focused on the Thriving Community area of its 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. The Council discussed a draft Herndon Diversity Policy from the town's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and asked staff to bring back a recommendation and a draft resolution for a future work session after legal review. The group also agreed to schedule quarterly strategic plan meetings as part of regular work sessions, with the next meeting moved from July to September 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. to cover Environmental and Economic Sustainability. No formal votes or binding decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Directed staff to provide a recommendation and draft resolution on the Herndon Diversity Policy for a future work session, following legal review
• Concurred that the diversity policy could be included as an amendment at the forefront of the Strategic Plan
• Agreed to table discussion of affordable and workforce housing until the next strategic plan meeting
• Concurred to hold quarterly strategic plan meetings as part of scheduled work sessions
• Set next strategic plan meeting for September 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., moved from July, focused on Environmental and Economic Sustainability
• Action item to arrange a meeting with Karla Bruce, Chief Equity Officer, Fairfax County, and/or other leaders for a one-time expert discussion on equity practices
• No discussion on new Council initiatives

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Central Elden Walkability Improvements project, review the Roadway Safety Plan, and consider a Traffic Calming Guide. The agenda also includes public comments and approval of the January 29, 2024 minutes.

• Central Elden Walkability Improvements project update
• Roadway Safety Plan discussion
• Traffic Calming Guide review
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on the FY2025 budget, including ordinances to increase water and sewer charges effective July 1, 2024, and to levy real estate taxes. The body will also consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Transit-Related Growth Area. Several consent items, including a noise ordinance amendment and contract awards, were rescheduled from the April 9 meeting.

• Ordinance to increase sanitary sewer and water service and usage charges effective for meter readings on or after July 1, 2024
• Ordinance to levy taxes on real estate and manufactured homes for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Resolution 24-G-23 to consider Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 for the Transit-Related Growth Area
• Ordinance 24-O-09 to amend Chapter 26 (Environment) regarding animal noise prohibitions
• Closed meeting to discuss acquisition of real property in the downtown area

The Council unanimously approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Transit-Related Growth area near the Herndon Metrorail Station. Public hearings for the FY 2025 proposed budget were opened and continued to May 14, 2024. Several consent agenda items, including a paving contract and golf course fee changes, were approved.

• Approved Resolution 24-G-23 for Transit-Related Growth Area Comprehensive Plan Amendment (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on water and sewer rate increases to May 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on FY 2025 tax levy ordinance to May 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on FY 2025 Fiscal Planning Resolution to May 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Continued public hearing on FY 2025 Appropriation Ordinance to May 14, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-09 regarding animal noise language (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-20 for Asphalt Concrete Milling and Paving contract (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-21 to amend Herndon Centennial Golf Course Fee Schedule (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of ZOTA #24-01, a zoning text amendment on development application fees, sending it to the Town Council. It also voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Special Exception SE #24-01 for the Hunters Creek Bridge floodplain overlay, with staff saying construction should finish by the end of the calendar year. Both items were public hearings; six residents spoke in support of the bridge application. The commission also approved its March 11 and March 25, 2024 minutes 6-0.

• Recommended approval of ZOTA #24-01 on development application fees (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Exception SE #24-01 for Hunters Creek Bridge floodplain overlay (6-0)
• Approved March 11, 2024 work session minutes and March 25, 2024 regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2025 proposed budget, including ordinances to increase water and sewer rates, levy real estate taxes, adopt a fiscal planning resolution, and appropriate funds. They will also hear a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Transit-Related Growth Area. The agenda includes several rescheduled items: a noise ordinance amendment, a contract for asphalt paving, a golf course fee schedule change, and a marketing consultant contract.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 (Transit-Related Growth Area)
• Public hearing on FY 2025 budget with ordinances to increase sanitary sewer and water charges (effective July 1, 2024)
• Ordinance to levy taxes on real estate and manufactured homes for FY 2025
• Resolution to award Contract IFB# 24-04 for Asphalt Concrete Milling and Paving
• Resolution to award Contract RFP# 24-02 for Marketing and Branding Consultant

The Town Council directed staff to schedule a public hearing for May 14, 2024, to reduce outdoor seating fees to no more than $7.50 per square foot. Other items, including a noise ordinance amendment and a license agreement for Friday Night Live!, were moved to the next meeting's consent agenda.

• Directed staff to advertise public hearing for May 14 to reduce outdoor seating fees to max $7.50/sq ft
• Directed staff to place animal noise ordinance amendment on next meeting's Consent Agenda
• Directed staff to place Dulles Regional Chamber portable toilet license agreement on next meeting's Consent Agenda

Town Council

The Town Council regular meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, was canceled due to a power outage. All agenda items, including the FY 2025 budget public hearings and other ordinances, will be rescheduled for a future meeting. No decisions were made at this session.

• Meeting canceled due to power outage
• FY 2025 Proposed Budget public hearings rescheduled
• Proposed increases to sanitary sewer and water service charges effective July 1, 2024
• Proposed FY 2025 tax levy on real estate and manufactured homes
• Proposed amendment to noise ordinance regarding animal noises

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session to review two items: a proposed zoning text amendment to increase development application fees, and a special exception for the Hunters Creek Bridge floodplain overlay. Staff recommended approval for both items, but no formal votes were taken during this work session. Commissioners asked questions about fee structures, bridge materials, and project funding, with staff promising to provide cost details at the upcoming public hearing.

• Reviewed ZOTA #24-01 (Development Application Fees); staff recommended approval
• Reviewed SE #24-01 (Hunters Creek Bridge Floodplain Overlay); staff recommended approval
• No formal votes taken; items scheduled for public hearing
• Staff to provide bridge funding source and public comment summary at public hearing

Town Council Work Session

The Council held a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2025 budget, including water and sewer rate increases. Several items were directed to the next meeting's agenda for formal action, while a planned closed meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum.

• Directed staff to place Golf Course fee changes on the next Consent Agenda
• Directed staff to place Marketing and Branding Consultant contract ($84,000) on the next Consent Agenda
• Directed staff to keep the Noise Ordinance amendment on the General portion of the next agenda
• Requested staff provide quantitative measures on returns for community cultural festival donations
• Requested staff provide quarterly billing increase estimates for water and sewer rates
• Tabled discussion on Dulles Chamber Event Partnership and Outdoor Seating fees to the next work session
• Cancelled closed meeting regarding downtown real property due to lack of quorum

Town Council

The Town Council approved a zoning amendment for a residential redevelopment project at Worldgate Drive and adopted the Town's five-year Strategic Plan. Several consent items were passed, including a lease for the Herndon Historical Society and various grant applications.

• Approved Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow ~460 residential units (4-0)
• Adopted the Town of Herndon 2024-2029 Strategic Plan (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-O-07 regarding residential water-sewer leaks (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-16 to adjust development fees for inflation (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for federal Safe Streets and Roads for All program (4-0)
• Authorized grant application to the Virginia Commission for the Arts (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Herndon Historical Society for 717 Lynn Street (4-0)
• Appointed a member to the Historic District Review Board (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01. This action supports the final draft of the TRG Small Area Plan including specific updates to an errata sheet regarding land use.

• Recommended approval of CPA #23-01 for the TRG Small Area Plan (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 12, February 22, and February 26, 2024 meetings (4-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Herndon Historic District Review Board will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and hear public comments. The main item is a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness application for facade modifications to the commercial property at 722 and 724 Pine Street.

• Public hearing on facade modification application HDRB #24-001 for 722 and 724 Pine Street
• Approval of minutes from January 3 and January 17, 2024 meetings

The Historic District Review Board unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for facade modifications at 722 and 724 Pine Street. The approval included specific conditions requiring the front facade color to contrast with the building's sides and mandating professional brick repointing before painting. Staff also provided updates on a state legislative initiative regarding historic district tax benefits.

• Approved minutes from Jan 3 and Jan 17 meetings (5-0)
• Approved HDRB #24-001 facade modification application (5-0)
• Added condition requiring front facade color to contrast with building sides
• Required professional mason to repoint brick before painting

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold a work session with public hearings on a zoning map amendment for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow residential redevelopment, and adoption of the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. They will also discuss ordinances on water-sewer leak billing and development fee adjustments, plus a roadway safety plan and FY 2025 budget for enterprise funds. Consent items include grant applications and a lease agreement for the Depot.

• Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow single-family attached and multi-family residential uses
• Resolution to adopt the Town of Herndon 2024-2029 Strategic Plan
• Ordinance to amend Town Code Chapter 74 to add language on residential water-sewer leaks
• Resolution to initiate ZOTA #24-01 to adjust development fees for inflation
• Resolution to authorize grant application for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program

This was a work session, not a regular meeting, so no substantive ordinances or resolutions were adopted. Council reviewed a proposed rezoning for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive and discussed FY 2025 enterprise fund budgets. Two items regarding water leak credits and development fees were directed to the next meeting's Consent Agenda.

• Directed water-sewer leak ordinance to next Consent Agenda
• Directed development fee adjustment resolution to next Consent Agenda
• Approved 6-0 vote to enter closed meeting for board appointments and real estate
• Approved 6-0 vote to exit closed meeting
• Approved 6-0 vote to certify closed meeting compliance
• No vote taken on Worldgate Drive rezoning (discussion only)
• No vote taken on Strategic Plan (presentation only)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a regular meeting that is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed meeting to discuss acquiring real property in the downtown area and consult with legal counsel on related litigation and legal matters. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from four prior meetings and public comment periods.

• Closed meeting to discuss acquisition of real property for a public purpose in the downtown
• Closed meeting for legal counsel consultation on actual/probable litigation and real estate matters
• Approval of minutes from Jan 16, Jan 18, Jan 23, and Feb 6, 2024 meetings
• Public comments allowed for 3-minute periods

The Town Council approved the consent agenda containing minutes from four previous meetings. The Council also convened a closed session to discuss downtown real estate acquisition and legal matters.

• Approved January 16, 18, 23, and February 6 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed meeting for downtown real estate and legal consultation (7-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed meeting (7-0)
• Certified closed meeting discussions adhered to Virginia Freedom of Information Act (7-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission is holding a work session to consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA #23-01) to the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes a public hearing on the amendment, followed by comments from commissioners and staff. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01
• Amendment to the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan
• Plan originally adopted August 12, 2008, amended through May 24, 2022

The Planning Commission held a work session to review a draft report and errata sheet for Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01. Staff recommended certification and approval with amendments at a future public hearing. No formal votes were taken during this session.

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing to decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications to the front facade of the commercial property at 722 and 724 Pine Street. The board will also discuss the new build at 753 Grace Street. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing for HDRB #24-001: Facade modification at 722 and 724 Pine Street
• Discussion of new build at 753 Grace Street

The board held a work session to discuss a facade modification application for 722 and 724 Pine Street and a proposed new build at 753 Grace Street. No formal decisions were made during the session.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a recommendation from the Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (HDEIC) regarding OneHerndon, a proposed operating agreement on campaign and political statements, a status update on the branding initiative, and a draft strategic plan. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• HDEIC recommendation on OneHerndon
• Town Council operating agreement on campaign and political statements
• Branding initiative status update
• Draft strategic plan

Council reviewed the 2024-2029 Draft Strategic Plan and directed staff to incorporate specific changes regarding community safety and language services. The Council also scheduled a future discussion on a proposed diversity and equity resolution.

• Directed staff to add the OneHerndon resolution to the April 30, 2024, Initiatives Meeting agenda
• Requested removal of 'preservation' from SFA 3, Goal 3/Strategy 2 of the Draft Strategic Plan
• Requested adding 'and/or under-resourced' to SFA 5, Goal 1, strategy 3 of the Draft Strategic Plan
• Requested adding success measures for language services beyond English and Spanish to SFA 5, Goals 1 and 2
• Directed staff to discuss including community safety plans as a success measure with the Chief of Police

Board of Building Code Appeals

The Herndon Board of Building Code Appeals is meeting to elect a chair, approve minutes from a previous meeting, and receive a presentation on updates to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. The agenda also includes time for comments from board members, staff, and the public. No specific appeals or decisions are listed.

• Election of Chair
• Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code Updates

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its leadership for 2024-2025. Members also approved previous meeting minutes and received a presentation on building code updates.

• Elected William Lange as Chair of the Building Board of Appeals (3-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program, a zoning map amendment for redevelopment at 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive, and a Comprehensive Plan amendment. The zoning and comp plan items were continued from previous meetings. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comments.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive, allowing redevelopment with single-family attached and multi-family residential uses
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 to amend the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of minutes from January 8 and January 22, 2024 meetings
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Planning Commission approved the town's five-year Capital Improvement Program and a zoning map amendment for residential redevelopment at Worldgate Drive. A comprehensive plan amendment regarding the TRG Small Area Plan was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved FY 2025 - FY 2030 Capital Improvement Program (4-0)
• Approved ZMA #22-02 for residential redevelopment at 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive (4-0)
• Continued CPA #23-01 (TRG Small Area Plan) to March 25, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved January 8 and January 22, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission is holding a special work session with one public hearing item: a resolution to consider Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01, which would amend the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The plan was originally adopted August 12, 2008, and last amended May 24, 2022. The meeting also includes time for comments from commissioners and staff.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01
• Amendment to Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan
• Plan originally adopted August 12, 2008, amended through May 24, 2022

The Planning Commission held a work session to review a staff presentation on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01. No formal decisions were made, though commissioners expressed concern over discrepancies in staff materials and the potential use of an errata sheet.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold a work session to discuss water and sewer fund capital planning and rates, with a presentation by Davenport and Company, and to discuss the FY2025 General Fund budget. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss downtown real estate acquisition and legal matters. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Water and Sewer Fund capital planning and rates update presentation by Davenport and Company
• FY2025 General Fund budget discussion
• Closed meeting for real property acquisition in downtown and legal consultation

The Herndon Town Council held a work session to review water and sewer rate projections and the FY2025 General Fund budget. No budget changes or tax increases were approved during the open session. The Council voted 6-0 to enter a closed meeting to discuss the acquisition of downtown real property and related legal matters.

• Approved motion to convene closed meeting on downtown real estate (6-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed meeting (6-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (6-0)
• Adjourned work session at 10:22 p.m.

Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

The Herndon Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is meeting to conduct regular business, including reviewing its mission and standard operating procedures for ad hoc committees, reviewing its annual report, and discussing a proposed 'Herndon Together' resolution. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and an action/initiatives roundtable.

• Review of HDEIC Mission & New Standard Operating Procedures for Ad Hoc Committees
• Review of HDEIC Annual Report
• Proposed 'Herndon Together' Resolution
• Approval of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously recommended a draft resolution to the Town Council to initiate a 'One Herndon' policy. Members also reviewed the committee's annual report and updated their list of active initiatives.

• Approved November 2, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended 'One Herndon' policy resolution to Town Council (unanimous)
• Removed schools and STEM initiative from the committee initiative list

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council will hold public hearings on amending the FY2024 budget for the General, Golf, and ARPA funds, and on a special exception to allow cosmetics and aesthetic services in a commercial office building. The council will also consider an ordinance to increase electronic participation limits and attendance responsibilities, and award a custodial services contract.

• Ordinance 24-O-04: FY2024 budget amendment for General, Golf, and ARPA funds
• Resolution 24-G-13: Special Exception SE #23-03 for cosmetics/aesthetic services in CO district
• Ordinance 24-O-05: Increase electronic participation and add attendance responsibility
• Resolution 24-G-14: Award contract RFP #24-01 for custodial services
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The Town Council approved amendments to the FY 2024 budget for police, community development, and paving funds. They also approved a special exception for a cosmetics business in a commercial office building. A proposed ordinance to update remote participation and attendance rules for Council members failed to pass due to lack of a second. The Council also awarded a custodial services contract and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Ordinance 24-O-04 amending FY 2024 budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-13 for cosmetics/aesthetic services special exception (6-0)
• Ordinance 24-O-05 on attendance/remote participation failed (no second)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-14 awarding custodial services contract (6-0)
• Approved January 2 and January 9 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program, a zoning map amendment for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive, and a Comprehensive Plan amendment. The zoning amendment, continued from previous meetings, would allow redevelopment with residential uses. The Comprehensive Plan amendment concerns the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow single-family attached and multi-family residential uses
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 to consider amending the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning Commission conducted a work session to review the proposed FY 2025 - FY 2030 Capital Improvement Program and two amendments. No substantive votes were taken on the proposals, as the session was used for staff presentations and discussion.

• Elected Meron Yohannes as Chair Pro Tem (unanimous consent)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board is holding a work session to discuss the Herndon Elementary School project at 630 Dranesville Road. The agenda includes staff and board comments, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road

The Board held a work session to discuss the proposed design for Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road. No formal decisions were made during this session.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold a work session to discuss and prepare for upcoming decisions, including a presentation on an Origin/Destination Study, public hearings on a budget amendment and a special exception for a cosmetics business, and a contract award for custodial services. The council will also discuss a budget process update and an ordinance regarding electronic participation in meetings.

• Ordinance to amend FY 2024 Adopted Budget for General Fund, Golf Fund, and ARPA Fund
• Resolution to approve Special Exception SE #23-03 for cosmetics/aesthetic services in CO district
• Ordinance to amend Town Code Chapter 2, Sections 2-4, 2-5, and add 2-6 on meeting attendance
• Resolution to award contract RFP #24-01 for Custodial Services
• Presentation on Origin/Destination Study (to be presented Feb 13, 2024)

The Town Council reviewed proposed budget amendments, a special exception for cosmetic services, and updates to the Town Code regarding meeting attendance. No final votes were recorded during this work session, though one item was directed to a future consent agenda.

• Directed custodial services contract (RFP #24-01) to be placed on the next meeting's Consent Agenda

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from October 2, 2023, and update members on public improvement projects and the Transit-Related Growth Area Small Area Plan. The agenda includes a review of the committee's mission, new standard operating procedures for ad hoc committees, and a discussion of traffic calming ideas. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Review of the PBAC Mission
• New standard operating procedures for Ad Hoc Committees
• Traffic Calming Ideas
• Transit-Related Growth Area (TRG) Small Area Plan Updates
• 2023 Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month Update

The Herndon Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee met on January 29, 2024, with a quorum of nine members. The committee approved the October 2, 2023, meeting minutes by a 9-0 vote and elected Committee Member Annie John as Vice Chair, also by 9-0. The rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussions on traffic calming, pedestrian safety, and project plans; no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved October 2, 2023, PBAC meeting minutes (9-0)
• Nominated and elected Committee Member Annie John as Vice Chair (9-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals is holding its regular meeting, which includes an organizational portion to elect officers and a resolution to amend and restate the board's bylaws. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or specific zoning cases listed. Citizens may comment during a 3-minute public comment period.

• Election of officers
• Resolution to amend and restate Bylaws of the Town of Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its Chair, Vice Chair, and designate its Secretary and Parliamentarian. The Board also approved the minutes from the December 21, 2023, meeting.

• Elected Cari Lyn Pierce as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Stevan Porter as Vice Chair (4-1)
• Designated Zoning Administrator or designee as Secretary (5-0)
• Designated Town Attorney or designee as Parliamentarian (5-0)
• Approved resolution electing officers and designating Secretary and Parliamentarian (5-0)
• Approved December 21, 2023, meeting minutes (4-1)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider budget guidance for the FY 2025 budget and hold public hearings on two special exceptions. The body will also review a Master Plan revision for Chestnut Grove Cemetery and a lease for office space at 397 Herndon Parkway.

• Resolution 24-G-06: Special Exception for Herndon Elementary School addition at 630 Dranesville Road
• Resolution 24-G-07: Amendment for fill placement for two single-family dwellings at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street
• Resolution 24-G-08: Guidance on the Town Manager's Proposed FY 2025 Budget
• Resolution 24-G-10: Funding application for VDOT East Elden Street Widening and Improvements (UPC 50100)
• Ordinance 24-O-03: Lease agreement for office space at 397 Herndon Parkway

The Town Council approved a revision to the Chestnut Grove Cemetery Master Plan and provided guidance for the FY 2025 budget. Council also authorized fill placement for two new homes on Monroe Street and approved several consent items, including a lease for office space.

• Approved revision to Chestnut Grove Cemetery Master Plan (6-1)
• Approved FY 2025 Budget guidance for Town Manager (7-0)
• Approved fill placement for two new homes at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street (7-0)
• Approved lease for office space at 397 Herndon Parkway (7-0)
• Approved VDOT funding application for East Elden Street Widening (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Town Code regarding meeting rescheduling (7-0)
• Appointed member to Herndon Youth Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed representative to NVTA Planning Coordination Advisory Committee (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a zoning map amendment for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow residential redevelopment, a special exception for cosmetics services at 299 Herndon Parkway, and a comprehensive plan amendment. The commission will also elect officers, approve minutes, and consider amending its bylaws.

• ZMA #22-02: redevelopment of 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive with single-family attached and multi-family residential uses (continued from Dec 18, 2023)
• SE #23-03: special exception for personal service use (cosmetics and aesthetic services) at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 106
• CPA #23-01: resolution to consider amendment to the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan
• Election of officers
• Resolution to amend and restate Planning Commission bylaws

The Planning Commission held its organizational meeting to elect officers and designate a secretary and parliamentarian. The commission approved a special exception for a personal service business and continued two other land-use amendments to February.

• Elected Michael Romeo as Chair (5-0)
• Elected George Burke as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Designated Director of Community Development as Secretary (5-0)
• Designated Town Attorney as Parliamentarian (5-0)
• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 to Feb 26, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Special Exception SE #23-03 for cosmetics and aesthetic services at 299 Herndon Parkway (5-0)
• Continued Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 to Feb 26, 2024 (5-0)

Town Council

This is a special meeting of the Herndon Town Council focused solely on a discussion of council initiatives and the strategic plan, moderated by Julie Rouge and Kristi Dooley of True Purpose Leadership. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of a call to order, the discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Council Initiatives and Strategic Plan

The Town Council unanimously approved a new structure for its quarterly initiative meetings that includes a specific content area focus and time for new initiatives. Council members also slated topics for the next three meetings and discussed traffic calming measures.

• Approved new quarterly initiative meeting process including content focus and time for new initiatives (7-0)

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board is holding its regular meeting, which includes an organizational segment to elect officers, approval of prior meeting minutes, and public comment periods. The main new business is a resolution to amend and restate the board's bylaws. No specific project or case reviews are listed on this agenda.

• Election of officers
• Approval of December 6, 2023 work session minutes
• Approval of December 20, 2023 regular meeting minutes
• Resolution to amend and restate ARB bylaws
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

The Herndon Architectural Review Board held its organizational meeting, electing Leslie Blaker-Glass as Chair and Eric Boll as Vice Chair for one-year terms. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and discussed a resolution to amend and restate the board's bylaws, specifically regarding attendance policies. No final vote on the bylaw amendments was recorded in these minutes.

• Leslie Blaker-Glass elected Chair (4-1)
• Eric Boll elected Vice Chair (4-1)
• Director of Community Development designated Secretary (5-0)
• Town Attorney designated Parliamentarian (5-0)
• Resolution electing officers approved (5-0)
• December 2023 meeting minutes approved (5-0)
• Discussion held on amending ARB bylaws (no vote recorded)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold public hearings on two property applications. The board will also consider a resolution to amend and restate its bylaws.

• Demolition application for an accessory structure at 641 Nash Street (HDRB #23-017)
• Setback reduction request from 35 feet to 20 feet at 706 Main Drive (HDRB #23-018)
• Resolution to amend and restate the Board's Bylaws

The Historic District Review Board elected its officers for 2024 and approved a request to reduce a building setback. The board also approved a request to withdraw a demolition application for 641 Nash Street.

• Elected Leslie Blaker-Glass as Chair (5-1)
• Elected Eric Boll as Vice Chair (5-1)
• Designated Director of Community Development as Secretary (6-0)
• Designated Town Attorney as Parliamentarian (6-0)
• Approved December 6 and December 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved request to withdraw demolition application HDRB #23-017 for 641 Nash Street (6-0)
• Approved setback reduction from 35 to 20 feet for 706 Main Drive (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on a special exception for an addition to Herndon Elementary School at 630 Dranesville Road, and an amendment to allow fill for two new homes on Monroe Street in a floodplain. They will also provide guidance on the FY 2025 budget, approve a cemetery master plan revision, and authorize a funding application for the East Elden Street widening project.

• Special Exception SE #23-01 for Herndon Elementary School renovation and addition at 630 Dranesville Road
• Amendment to SE #21-03 for fill placement to build two single-family homes at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street in Floodplain Overlay District
• Resolution to provide guidance on Town Manager's Proposed FY 2025 Budget
• Resolution to repeal Resolution 23-G-52 and endorse substitute funding for VDOT FY2027/2028 Revenue Sharing for East Elden Street Widening (UPC 50100)
• Ordinance to approve lease agreement with Fairfax County for office space at 397 Herndon Parkway

At its January 16, 2024 work session, the Herndon Town Council reviewed a special exception for a Herndon Elementary School addition at 630 Dranesville Road, an amendment to a Monroe Street floodplain special exception, FY 2025 budget guidance, a Chestnut Grove Cemetery master plan revision, and a VDOT revenue-sharing application for East Elden Street. No final votes were taken on the public hearing or general items; the cemetery plan, VDOT funding resolution, and a Town Code meeting-rescheduling amendment were directed to the next meeting's consent agenda. The council also discussed defining 'good cause' for meeting attendance and voted 6-0 to convene and certify a closed meeting on board and commission appointments.

• Directed Chestnut Grove Cemetery master plan revision to next meeting's consent agenda
• Directed VDOT FY2027/FY2028 revenue sharing resolution for East Elden Street ($10.8M total, $5.4M Town match) to next meeting's consent agenda
• Directed Town Code Section 2-1 meeting-rescheduling amendment to next meeting's consent agenda
• No action taken on Special Exception SE #23-01 for Herndon Elementary School addition (630 Dranesville Road)
• No action taken on amendment to Special Exception SE #21-03 at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street
• No action taken on FY 2025 budget guidance resolution
• Closed meeting on board and commission appointments: convened 6-0, exited 6-0, certification 6-0
• No discussion on consent agenda lease for office space at 397 Herndon Parkway

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss an ordinance to clarify meeting rescheduling and attendance rules. The body is also considering resolutions to establish a Youth Advisory Committee and update the Community Cultural Festivals Policy Statement.

• Ordinance 24-O-01 regarding meeting rescheduling and attendance
• Resolution 24-G-01 to amend the Community Cultural Festivals Policy Statement
• Resolution 24-G-02 to establish the Town of Herndon Youth Advisory Committee
• Resolution 24-G-03 to reappoint a member to the Architectural Review and Historic District Review Boards
• Resolution 24-G-04 to reappoint a member to the Phase II Dulles Rail Transportation Improvement District Advisory Board

The Town Council tabled a proposed ordinance that would have established attendance obligations and censure penalties for missing meetings. The Council also approved several resolutions via a consent agenda, including the creation of a Youth Advisory Committee.

• Tabled Ordinance 24-O-01 regarding meeting rescheduling and attendance requirements (4-3)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-01 to amend the Community Cultural Festivals Policy Statement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-02 to establish the Town of Herndon Youth Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-03 to reappoint a member to the Architectural Review and Historic District Review Boards (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-04 to reappoint a member to the Phase II Dulles Rail Transportation Improvement District Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-G-05 to nominate a Council Member to the Fairfax County Economic Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2023 Work Session Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission is holding a work session with three public hearings: a zoning map amendment for redevelopment at 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive, a special exception for cosmetics and aesthetic services at 299 Herndon Parkway, and a comprehensive plan amendment. The commission will also discuss amending its bylaws and electing officers. The zoning map amendment was continued from the December 18, 2023 meeting.

• ZMA #22-02: Zoning map amendment for 13100 and 13150 Worldgate Drive to allow single-family attached and multi-family residential uses in PD-W district
• SE #23-03: Special exception for personal service use (cosmetics and aesthetic services) at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 106
• CPA #23-01: Resolution to consider amendment to the Town of Herndon 2030 Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution to amend and restate Planning Commission Bylaws
• Discussion on election of officers

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session to review three land-use items: a zoning map amendment for Worldgate Drive, a special exception for a business on Herndon Parkway, and a comprehensive plan amendment. Staff withheld recommendations on the zoning and comprehensive plan items, while recommending approval for the special exception. The Commission discussed bylaw amendments and officer elections but did not record any final approvals or denials.

• Zoning Map Amendment ZMA #22-02 (Worldgate Drive) continued for further staff review
• Special Exception SE #23-03 (Herndon Parkway) reviewed; staff recommended approval
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #23-01 discussed; staff withheld recommendation
• Bylaws amendment resolution discussed; staff to review Chair's proposed changes
• Officer election process overview provided; no election held
• Session adjourned without objection

Historic District Review Board Work Session

The Historic District Review Board is holding a work session to consider two property applications. The board will also discuss updating its bylaws and electing officers.

• Demolition application for an accessory structure at 641 Nash Street (HDRB #23-017)
• Request to reduce secondary front yard building setback from 35 feet to 20 feet at 706 Main Drive (HDRB #23-018)
• Resolution to amend and restate the Board Bylaws
• Discussion regarding the election of officers

The board conducted a work session to discuss two pending applications for a demolition and a setback reduction, both of which are awaiting additional information. The board also reviewed proposed bylaw amendments and received staff updates on historic markers and agenda management.

• Approved motion to amend agenda to include update from Director of Community Development (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Herndon Architectural Review Board will hold a work session to discuss amending and restating its bylaws. The board will also discuss the election of its officers. No specific project reviews or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution to amend and restate the Bylaws of the Town of Herndon Architectural Review Board
• Discussion regarding the election of Board officers

The Board conducted a work session to discuss proposed amendments to its bylaws and the upcoming election of officers. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially act on several administrative items, including amendments to the Town Code regarding meeting rescheduling and attendance, and a resolution to establish a Youth Advisory Committee. The council will also receive a presentation on the Historic District and provide budget guidance for FY 2025. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss prospective appointments to boards and commissions.

• Ordinance to amend Town Code Chapter 2, Sections 2.1 and 2.5 on meeting rescheduling and attendance
• Resolution to amend the Community Cultural Festivals Policy Statement
• Resolution to establish the Town of Herndon Youth Advisory Committee
• Historic District Presentation
• Town Council FY 2025 Budget Guidance

The Herndon Town Council held a work session to discuss proposed changes to meeting attendance rules, the Community Cultural Festivals policy, and the creation of a Youth Advisory Committee. The Council agreed to defer the vote on the attendance ordinance to the next regular meeting after discussing concerns about enforcement and definitions. Staff was directed to place the Cultural Festivals and Youth Advisory Committee resolutions on the Consent Agenda for the next meeting. The session also included presentations on the Historic District and FY 2025 budget guidance, and a closed meeting to discuss board appointments.

• Attendance ordinance discussion deferred to next regular meeting
• Cultural Festivals resolution directed to Consent Agenda for next meeting
• Youth Advisory Committee resolution directed to Consent Agenda for next meeting
• Closed meeting convened to discuss board/commission candidates (6-0 vote)
• Closed meeting adjourned and certified (6-0 vote)