Tag: environmental_policy

Virginia Announces 2026 Sales Tax Holiday for Essentials

3 Aug 2026 4:16 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Government

Virginia's 2026 Sales Tax Holiday, August 7-9, offers tax-free purchases on back-to-school items, emergency supplies, and energy-efficient products. Fairfax County also announces new OEEC director and environmental initiatives.

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Arlington County Board Approves Major Developments, Bans Gas Leaf Blowers, Adopts $4.9 Billion CIP

24 Jul 2026 5:11 p.m. · Source: Arlington County Government

The Arlington County Board approved significant mixed-use developments, adopted a $4.9 billion Capital Improvement Plan, and banned gas-powered leaf blowers effective 2029, alongside setting 2026 bond referenda for voter approval.

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Arlington County Board Advances Leaf Blower Ban, Approves Major Redevelopment, Denies Historic Designation

18 Jun 2026 5:41 p.m. · Source: Arlington County Government

Arlington County Board advanced a gas-powered leaf blower ban, approved a major residential redevelopment at Alexan Courthouse, and denied a historic district designation, alongside extending the Arva Motel site plan.

Politics and Government Business Environment General Politics State Governments Economy Real Estate Social Issues Arlington County Gas-powered leaf blowers Urban Development Historic Preservation Alexan Courthouse Arva Motel Environmental Policy Arlington County Government
Governor Spanberger Urges Water Conservation Amid Historic Virginia Drought

18 Jun 2026 5:19 p.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Governor Abigail Spanberger encourages Virginians to conserve water voluntarily as the Commonwealth faces its driest period since 1941, impacting communities and agriculture and potentially leading to future mandatory restrictions.

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