Reston Association’s Community eNotices for December 4-12, 2009
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Board of Directors Hold Special Meeting
There will be a special meeting of the Board of Directors of the Reston Association on Monday, Dec. 7, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. in the main conference room of the Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss future residential development within the Reston Center for Industry and Government. There will also be a Board Administration Committee meeting, which begins at 8 p.m.
Reston Master Plan Special Study Task Force Meeting
Get involved in the process to determine the development of the Reston community. The Task Force, appointed by Supervisor Catherine Hudgins will have its first meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 7 p.m. at Reston Community Center at Lake Anne, 1609A Washington Plaza, Reston. On the agenda: 1) discussion of task force policies, procedures and ground rules, 2) presentation of special study scope and schedule, 3) overview of task force responsibilities and 4) and review the Current Conditions Report.
Talk To Me: The Art of Cluster & Condo Board Member Communications Workshop
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, Reston Association main conference room.
Hours: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Deadline to Register: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2009
FREE
Contact Arlene Whittick, 703-435-6503, Arlene@reston.org
Headquarters Lease Signed
After more than 35 years at the 1930 Isaac Newton Square location, the Reston Association will be moving to new headquarters in the late summer of 2010. On Thursday, Milton W. Matthews, Chief Executive Officer, announced that a 12-year lease had been signed for space located at 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, in the Reston Corner office complex.
The total square footage leased will be 29, 042, which includes 3,383 of common areas such as hallways, restrooms, elevators and stairwells. As part of the lease agreement, Reston Association will pay no rent for the first year. After that, the base rent will be approximately $27 per
square foot. Reston Association will have the option to renew the lease for one additional ten-year term.
The announcement ends months of searching throughout Reston for a headquarters facility. Cresa Partners of Bethesda, Md., a full service commercial real estate firm, worked with Reston Association’s board and staff to find a location that would best meet the growing needs of the organization and provide more space for member activities and operations.
Currently, Reston Association occupies approximately 20,000 square feet of space at 1930 Isaac Newton Square location. The lease on this property expires in August, 2010.
Reston Association Board of Directors Election Information Session
Reston Association Members are invited to attend an Election Information Session on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010, 7 p.m. at Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square.
Reston Association is seeking candidates to fill three open positions on the Board of Directors this spring. These positions are one at-large director, the North Point District director and the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks director. Board members determine the Association’s goals and policies, making a significant and lasting contribution to the community. For additional information logon to Reston Association’s Web site, www.reston.org or call 703-435-6512.
Invasive Exotic of the Week
There are eight “invasive exotic plants” banned on all property subject to the Reston Deed. Due to the aggressive nature of these non-native plants, they easily spread, displacing native species.
One of the eight plants is the Chinese or Japanese Wisteria (Wisteria sinensis/Wisteria floribunda). Although the purple flower clusters and compound leaves are attractive this plant is very aggressive and will easily displace native shrubs and trees through shading and girdling.
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Consider planting coral honeysuckle or climbing hydrangea instead. Questions: Contact Claudia Thompson-Deahl at Claudia@reston.org.
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Post Your Holiday Photos to Reston Association Facebook
You are invited to post a photo – or two that you have taken – of your holiday display. We are looking for decorated homes, lawns and gardens. You will need to become a fan of the Reston Association Facebook in order to post photos. You will need to have a Facebook account. The photos must be your own and you are encouraged to write a description of the photo. The deadline is December 17, 2009. For more information, e-mail connect@reston.org. You can access Reston Association’s Facebook from our Web site, www.reston.org. On the home page, you will find an icon for Facebook. Just click on that and then choose “Reston Association Facebook.” Your photo could be chosen to appear on a future newsletter.
Lake Anne Welcomes the Holidays!
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009
10 a.m – 2 p.m.
Holiday Market – vendors of art, collectibles, jewelry and more
10 a.m. – Noon
Ornament Making for children, with artist Pat Macintyre. Free. (Located on the plaza, or in Reston Art Gallery & Studios if inclement weather)
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Petting Zoo – meet some furry and feathered barnyard friends!
Live entertainment on the plaza, including Chantilly High School Carolers, Lake Anne’s Faux Bear, fitness-fun with Body by Geoff, and more. Free warm cider at Jasmine Café, plus free popcorn.
Noon
SANTA arrives by barge to visit with children on the plaza!
6 p.m.
Light Up Lake Anne! Tree lighting, caroling, and see the balconies, decks and boats-afloat festooned with holiday lights.
6:30 p.m.
Christmas Concert at Washington Plaza Baptist Church. All welcome.
Free Samplings
11 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Lake Anne Florist & Chesapeake Chocolates
Enjoy samplings of chocolate and ‘Virginia’s Finest’ foods.
Ice Skating
Nov.1, 2009- mid March 2010
Reston Town Center
Public skating and skate rentals daily. Also available: private lessons, birthday parties and reservations for private and corporate parties. For information, rates and schedules call 703.709.6300 or visit www.restontowncenter.com
Get Involved
Pedestrian and Bicycling Advisory Committee
If you are interested in walking or biking in Reston, you may wish to volunteer for the Pedestrian & Bicycling Advisory Committee. It advises the Board of Directors on the sound development, management, and safe use of Reston’s pedestrian and bicycle systems as they relate to infrastructure improvements, accessibility, and promoting the benefits of these systems.
Covenants Committee Positions
One member each from Reston’s Hunters Woods/Dogwood District and South Lakes District are needed to serve three-year terms on the Covenants Committee. This committee is responsible for administering the Use of Property (maintenance) and Residential Property (use) Covenants and considers/determines cases concerning these areas.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying to be a member of either of these committees, please forward a brief statement of interest and any pertinent qualifications by fax 703 – 435-9481, e-mail cate@reston.org or mail to Reston Association, 1930 Isaac Newton Square, Reston VA 20190 ATTN: Cate Fulkerson.
Winter Bird Count
Date: Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010
Time: 7 a.m. – Noon
Location: Nature House – 11450 Glade Drive
Contact: Ha Brock, RA volunteer specialist, 703 435-7986 or via e-mail at habrock@reston.org
Join us for our annual winter bird count throughout Reston’s natural areas. Meet local bird experts, learn tips on identification and have fun while helping us obtain important information to help our feathered friends.