Government

Gov. Glenn Youngkin acts on 67 Bills

March 27, 2024

Gov. Glenn Youngkin has announced he was taking final action on 67 pieces of legislation, signing 31 bills into law, offering amendments to 6, and vetoing 30.  “I swore an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of Virginia, and that absolutely includes protecting the right of law-abiding…

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Comment needed for Housing and Community Development Needs in Loudoun

March 23, 2024

The Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development invites residents to provide comments on a draft plan that identifies and addresses the county’s housing and community development needs. The public comment period for the draft Fiscal Year 2025 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program Annual Action Plan is open through April 10. Residents…

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Virginia Employment Commission surpasses national average

March 19, 2024

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced that the Virginia Employment Commission has surpassed the national average in unemployment benefit check deliveries, making significant progress in government speed and efficiency. For the month of January 2024, 80.3% of all first payments were issued within the 14-to-21-day window, a core performance measure set by the U.S. Department of Labor.  …

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February General Fund revenues remain in line with forecast

March 16, 2024

Gov. Glenn Youngkin has announced that general fund revenues for February 2024 remain consistent with the forecast. For the month of February, total general fund revenues increased 17.3 percent versus the same period last year. Year-over-year growth in February collection was affected by one additional deposit day due to leap year. “The Commonwealth’s February revenues…

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Gov. Glenn Youngkin takes action on 50 Bills

March 16, 2024

On March 14, Gov. Glenn Youngkin took final action on 50 pieces of legislation, signing 30 bills into law and vetoing 20 bills.  “Today I’m pleased to sign 30 bipartisan bills into law, and veto 20 bills which would undermine the progress we have made over the past two years to make Virginia the best…

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Leesburg launches Service Line Compliance Campaign

March 16, 2024

In response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, the Town of Leesburg has launched the Service Line Compliance Campaign, a comprehensive program aimed at complying with the new regulations. The revised rule outlines a framework through which all utilities in the country must implement safeguards to protect communities from lead…

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The Blue Ridge Leader reporting on data centers through Loudoun County, VA

Loudoun County statement regarding data center “moratorium”

March 16, 2024

Loudoun County has received inquiries from residents who are concerned about the number of data centers that have been approved for construction in the county and potential future projects currently in the planning process. The county is publishing this message to ensure interested residents are correctly informed about the county’s role in data center development.…

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Public Hearing on voluntary settlement agreement between Leesburg and BOS

March 14, 2024

The Commission on Local Government will hold a series of proceedings, including a public hearing, in Leesburg on Thursday, March 21, and Friday, March 22, related to the voluntary settlement agreement recently agreed to by both the Leesburg Town Council and Loudoun County Board of Supervisors regarding the annexation of the Compass Creek development into…

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Comments for Sterling Blvd & Williamsburg Rd/Chase Heritage Circle Intersection open

March 14, 2024

Loudoun County is hosting an online public comment period, March 12 – April 12, on the Sterling Boulevard and Williamsburg Road/Chase Heritage Circle Intersection Improvements. This project provides for the separation and improved delineation of turning movements at the intersection of Sterling Boulevard, Williamsburg Road and Chase Heritage Circle, as well as improvements to turn…

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Loudoun County recognizes best workplaces for commuters

March 7, 2024

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has honored local employers that have earned national recognition as 2024 Best Workplaces for Commuters for offering employees exceptional commuter benefits. The Board approved a resolution at its March 5, 2024, meeting, recognizing these employers, worksites and universities located in Loudoun County. The resolution recognizes Loudoun County employers for “providing options for…

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