Northern Virginia Regional Commission
@novaregion.bsky.social
📤 200
📥 31
📝 143
Official planning district of Northern Virginia. Follows or reposts do not equal endorsement.
Register for the 2025 Housing Symposium on Oct 6 w/24 speakers shaping housing’s future! Co-hosts:
@novaregion.bsky.social
+ GMU's Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship Agenda highlights: Middle-income workforce housing, land use reform, economic vitality & more More:
novaregion.org/1479/Events
5 months ago
0
1
0
🏠 Can middle-income families still afford to live in Northern Virginia? Let’s find out — together at the 2025 Housing Symposium on Oct. 6 at GMU. 👉 Click the link to register and view the agenda.
#2025HousingSymposium
#HousingSolutions
#NOVAhousing
#WorkforceHousing
#AffordableHousing
5 months ago
0
1
0
Pleased to present our update for September. A little early to accommodate for the Labor Day holiday.
new.express.adobe.com/webpage/xadM...
loading . . .
September 2025 Update
A story told with Adobe Express
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/xadMo1X0A9JsQ
5 months ago
0
1
0
Data dashboard updated to reflect new unemployment data for July. No change in rate - 3.6%. It is ⏫ .8% from last July.
www.novaregiondashboard.com/workforce
loading . . .
Economics Workforce Overall | Northern Virginia Regional Commission
Northern Virginia income, economically disadvantage populations, workforce, and more demographics, data and graphs by region and county. Analyzed by the Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC).
https://www.novaregiondashboard.com/workforce
5 months ago
0
0
0
Busy week in the office at the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. Was honored to have
@repvindman.bsky.social
join us at our Community/Military Partnership meeting. Appreciate his active support of our military, veterans and military spouses.
6 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC is proud of its 20 years of working with the military, veterans and military spouses in our community. Pleased to share a summary of that work.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
Celebrating 20+ Years of Working with Our Military Partners
Working to Ensure Military Readiness in the Region | Military and Community Working Together
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/celebrating-20-years-of-working-with?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
6 months ago
0
1
0
Save the date as we work with our colleagues at George Mason University in co-hosting a symposium on
#affordablehousing
. More info on our web site.
novaregion.org/1479/Events
6 months ago
0
0
0
Great job by our team in compiling our 2025 Clean Water Partners report as part of our Only Rain campaign to help protect our drinking water supply.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
Northern Virginia Clean Water Partners’ 2025 Annual Campaign Results
Polluted stormwater runoff is the number one cause of poor water quality in Northern Virginia's waterways.
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/northern-virginia-clean-water-partners-d4a?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
6 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Northern Virginia Regional Commission
Department of Environmental Services Arlington, Virginia
6 months ago
No filters on our storm drains. What goes down reaches our streams and the Chesapeake Watershed. Please be careful.
loading . . .
0
3
2
NVRC appoints a new Executive Director upon the retirement of its current Executive Director.
novaregion.org/CivicAlerts....
loading . . .
NVRC Announces Appointment of Craig Fifer as Executive Director
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) has unanimously appointed Craig T. Fifer as its next Executive Director, at a special meeting on Aug. 12. Fifer will succeed Robert W. Lazaro Jr., who ...
https://novaregion.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=877
6 months ago
0
0
0
We ❤️ this project - utilizing fresh water mussels to improve water quality. Great job by of our team coordinating with our local government partner Prince William County and others.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
6 months ago
0
0
0
Unemployment data for NoVA is out. June unemployment rate is 3.6% ⬆️ from 3.3% in May. Unemployment rate is .9% ⬆️ from June 2024 Data on our dashboard.
www.novaregiondashboard.com/workforce
6 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC pleased to co-host webinar on
#Trails
Maintenance Funding 101. Thankful to Virginia DCR, the Sunflower Foundation and All Trails for sharing best practices, etc.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
Trail Care Academy: Trail Maintenance Funding 101
NVRC and Fina Trails held a webinar (July 29) to share funding opportunities for trail maintenance and improvement projects across Northern Virginia.
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/trail-care-academy-trail-maintenance?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
6 months ago
0
0
0
Great job by our team presenting at the
#Resilient
Virginia conference sharing their expertise on how to build a
#floodsmartNoVA
.
novaregion.substack.com/p/nvrc-staff...
loading . . .
NVRC Staff Presents at Resilient Virginia Conference
NVRC staff were pleased to present on the Northern Virginia Flood Education and Outreach Framework at the Resilient Virginia conference on July 23rd.
https://novaregion.substack.com/p/nvrc-staff-presents-at-resilient?r=1ejp9
6 months ago
0
0
0
Virginia sales tax free weekend begins 8/1 on school supplies, clothing, footwear,
#hurricane
& emergency preparedness products and ENERGY STAR &
#Watersense
products. Details:
www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sal...
loading . . .
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday | Virginia Tax
Virginia's 3-Day Sales Tax Holiday | August 1-3, 2025 When is it? August 1-3, 2025. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts the first Friday in August at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday at 11:59 p...
https://www.tax.virginia.gov/virginia-sales-tax-holiday
7 months ago
0
0
0
We are pleased to offer our second free Trail Care Academy webinar on Trail Maintenance Funding 101. Details with registration link.
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
loading . . .
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Trail Maintenance Funding 101. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Please join the Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) and Fina Trails on July 29th for an informative and interactive webinar focused on funding opportunities for trail maintenance and improvem...
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UHTVxb2_SyOve3p1vAg_iw#/registration
7 months ago
0
0
0
Good to see
#NOAA
moving forward to complete the work on this critical project. Important to both the public and private sector.
www.cnn.com/2025/07/18/w...
loading . . .
Trump admin to proceed with groundbreaking flash flood risk database, reversing course after media reports | CNN
The Trump administration has changed course and is moving ahead with work to develop a new database that would provide Americans with precise estimates of their flash flood risk in a warming world.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/18/weather/flood-risk-database-proceeds-climate
7 months ago
0
0
0
Our
#solar
campaign has been extended by one-month. Great work by @LEAP_VA to arrange for an extension. Remember Investment Tax Credit ends this year.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
Solarize NoVA Deadline Extended One Month
Highlighting the Urgency for Solar Installations Before Federal Incentives Expire
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/solarize-nova-deadline-extended-one?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
7 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Northern Virginia Regional Commission
CHESSA
8 months ago
🎉 Congrats to
@novaregion.bsky.social
—now the first regional gov in the U.S. (and the South!) to earn SolSmart Platinum! We love seeing solar leadership like this in the CHESSA region, making clean energy more accessible for all. 🌞👏 🔗 More from Solar Builder
buff.ly/WXsdOjj
#CleanEnergy
loading . . .
From 51 systems to 12,000: How Northern Virginia became a solar-ready region
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission has earned the nation’s first regional SolSmart Platinum designation for solar-ready communities.
https://buff.ly/WXsdOjj
0
1
1
Tuesday is the last day of our
#solar
campaign. 2025 is also last year to receive
#investmenttaxcredit
for solar as it was eliminated by Congress after this year. Sign up for free at
www.solarizenova.org
.
7 months ago
0
0
0
Our Senior Regional Demographer has updated our data dashboard with the latest unemployment data. - Unemployment rate ⬆️ to 3.3% - up .9% from May 2024 - Number of unemployed persons ⬆️ 34.6% as compared to May 2024 This and other data can be found here:
www.novaregiondashboard.com/workforce
7 months ago
0
0
0
Great job by our team in securing two flood related grants from Virginia DCR We appreciate the partnership with the agency.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
NVRC Wins Two Flood Related Grants from Virginia DCR
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) has been awarded $90,000 from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation to implement a regional flood awareness and outreach campaign.
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/nvrc-wins-two-flood-related-grants?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
7 months ago
0
0
0
Pleased to report our regional
#stormwater
education program now has a presence on LinkedIn. Help us protect our streams, rivers and ultimately our drinking water supply. Follow us at
www.linkedin.com/company/only...
loading . . .
Only Rain | LinkedIn
Only Rain | 4 followers on LinkedIn. Let's work together to keep Northern Virginians healthy and safe by reducing pollution's reach to local waterways. | Stormwater runoff is the number one ca...
https://www.linkedin.com/company/only-rain/
7 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC Offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of Independence Day - Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend 🎇 - Happy Birthday America!
7 months ago
0
0
0
Proud of the work of our team examining expansion opportunities for the
#Potomac
Heritage National Scenic Trail in
#Loudoun
County. We are
#BetterTogether
.
@loudouncounty.bsky.social
7 months ago
0
0
0
Pleased to share our update for July.
new.express.adobe.com/webpage/PzUO...
loading . . .
July 2025 Update
A story told with Adobe Express
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/PzUOlGkiu3c9Y
7 months ago
0
0
0
With congratulations and many thanks to our regional leaders who will serving as officers of the Commission for FY26.
#Loudoun
#PWC
#Arlington
7 months ago
0
0
0
With many thanks to our team on arranging another informative webinar on
#trail
maintenance funding.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
8 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of the
#Juneteenth2025
holiday.
8 months ago
0
0
0
Congratulations to our colleagues in
@fairfaxcounty.gov
on this
#solar
project on an old landfill. Project yields
#sustainability
,
#resilience
,
#environmental
and
#costsavings
benefits.
www.ffxnow.com/2025/06/17/c...
loading . . .
Conversion of Lorton landfill into Fairfax County’s largest solar array underway | FFXnow
https://www.ffxnow.com/2025/06/17/conversion-of-lorton-landfill-into-solar-panel-array-to-break-ground/
8 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC was pleased to share demonstration of our
#floodmap
project with the Virginia Association of Planning District Commissions. Great to share our important
#resiliency
work with colleagues from around the Commonwealth. NVRC's presentation begins at the 27 minute mark.
youtu.be/o1aIYAslQe4?...
loading . . .
VAPDC Summer Series - NVRC Flood Map
YouTube video by Northern Virginia Regional Commission
https://youtu.be/o1aIYAslQe4?si=HuE0Qpr_h06VjBrc&t=1621
8 months ago
0
0
0
You can view in near real time the various rain gauges and flood gauges in our region as they are impacted by the storms.
novafloodmap.elements360.aem.eco
loading . . .
Home
This pilot project is intended to evaluate the opportunities and benefits of connecting and optimizing the rain gauge network in Northern Virginia. Additional data inputs, outputs, and dashboards will be developed throughout the project period.
https://novafloodmap.elements360.aem.eco
8 months ago
0
1
1
NVRC is First community in South and First Regional organization in US to achieve SolSmart platinum designation. Proud of our efforts and our partners to support
#solar
in the region.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
NVRC Receives SolSmart Platinum Designation
The First community in the South and the First regional organization in the country to have earned this prestigious distinction
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/nvrc-receives-solsmart-platinum-designation?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
8 months ago
0
1
0
We are pleased to work with our local government partners in
#Fairfax
and
#Loudoun
to offer this in-person seminar on our
#solar
program on June 30. Free to attend. Join us and bring your curiosity and questions. 🌞
www.solarizeva.org/events
8 months ago
0
0
0
Not for nothing, but we have some great news coming in the next several days regarding our regional
#solar
efforts.
#BetterTogether
#GoSolSmart
8 months ago
0
0
0
Proud of the efforts of our team in providing critical care through the Ryan White HIV/AIDS program.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
8 months ago
0
0
0
Interesting read in the
@washingtonpost.com
regarding the impact of road salt on water quality.
wapo.st/4kNWKVh
NVRC has been working with local government partners and others to share resources and best practices on how best to reduce your winter salt use. Visit
www.wintersaltsmart.com
for info.
loading . . .
Northern Virginia Salt Management Strategy | Northern Virginia Regional Commission - WebsiteArrow LeftArrow RightSlideshow Left ArrowSlideshow Right Arrow
https://www.wintersaltsmart.com
8 months ago
0
0
0
The first of our two hands-on
#Trail
Care Academy events on the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail in
#Loudoun
County was a success. More information on our blog.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
8 months ago
0
1
0
We're hiring for our next Executive Director to lead our
#regional
organization. Details:
novaregion.org/CivicAlerts....
loading . . .
We're Hiring - Executive Director
NVRC seeks a dynamic and visionary Executive Director to lead its organization. This individual will provide strategic direction, foster regional cooperation, and serve as a credible, enthusiastic adv...
https://novaregion.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=872
8 months ago
0
0
0
Many thanks to the
#Solar
Program Mgr at the Local Energy Alliance Program for sharing info on why now is time to go solar. With threat to Investment Tax Credit,
#tariffs
and proposed changes to
#netmetering
2025 may be best year to make decision.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
Why 2025 is the year for going solar
Solarize NoVA Campaign Runs Through July 15
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/why-2025-is-the-year-for-going-solar?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
8 months ago
0
0
0
Pleased to share with your our June update from the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. Topics include new
#solar
webinars; Impact of House Reconciliation Bill on residential solar; Urging NOAA to complete work on critical data resources and more;
new.express.adobe.com/webpage/gOn2...
loading . . .
June 2025 Update
A story told with Adobe Express
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/gOn2ExY518Ifo
8 months ago
0
0
0
We have reached 300 subscribers on our
#Substack
blog. Thank you. Join us for news from Northern Virginia.
novaregion.substack.com
loading . . .
NoVA Region News | Substack
Work of the Northern Virginia Regional Commission. Click to read NoVA Region News, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.
https://novaregion.substack.com/
8 months ago
0
0
0
Hurricane Season begins June 1. Be prepared.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
8 months ago
0
0
0
NVRC Chair John Chapman has sent letter to US Sec of Commerce on NOAA being directed to stop work on important
#stormwater
data related tools. Work has begun and budgeted by Congress. Forward looking data necessary for correctly sizing infrastructure.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
loading . . .
NVRC Urges NOAA to Continue Work to Update Storm Water Management Infrastructure Data Products
Resources for NOAA Atlas 15 have been appropriated by Congress, and work has already Begun.
https://open.substack.com/pub/novaregion/p/nvrc-urges-noaa-to-continue-work?r=1ejp9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
9 months ago
0
0
0
Elimination of
#solar
ITC will cripple residential solar installs. Signed into law by President GW Bush in 2005, the ITC has played a vital role in the growth of solar in the region.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
9 months ago
0
1
0
We were sorry to learn of the passing of former Fairfax County Supervisor and NVRC Commissioner Cathy Hudgins. We fondly remember her commitment to community and the region.
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/remembe...
loading . . .
Remembering Former Hunter Mill District Supervisor Cathy Hudgins | News Center
Fairfax County is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Catherine M. “Cathy” Hudgins, a pioneering leader and dedicated public servant who made an indelible impact on the community.
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/remembering-former-hunter-mill-district-supervisor-cathy-hudgins
9 months ago
0
0
0
Statement from NVRC Chair John Chapman on the passing of our former NVRC Chair and Congressman Gerry Connolly. Our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. He will be missed.
9 months ago
0
0
0
9 months ago
0
0
0
Many thanks to the German Embassy for inviting us to meet with delegation from the German state of Thuringia. Great that a rep from the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority presented on opportunities in our region. Germany is the #2 investor in NoVA.
novaregion.substack.com/p/nvrc-maps-...
9 months ago
0
1
1
We are pleased to work with the SolSmart program to offer two free webinars on planning, permitting, inspection and zoning for
#Solar
and
#Battery
storage systems.
open.substack.com/pub/novaregi...
9 months ago
0
0
0
Load more
feeds!
log in
