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Board Approves Land Use Changes for New Penn Daw Fire Station and Emergency and Supportive Housing Facility

• Board of Supervisors approves rezoning and Comprehensive Plan amendment for a co‑located fire station and emergency/supportive housing facility on Beacon Hill Road.
• Modern station will replace the aging 1967 Penn Daw Fire Station #11.
• New housing facility will offer emergency shelter beds and supportive housing units for individuals and families.
• The project is also designed to achieve LEED Gold Certification, reflecting the county’s commitment to sustainable and energy‑efficient public facilities.

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3. Group Buying Programs Help Residents Go Solar at Lower Cost

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Fairfax Forward: Highlighting Achievements, Success and Innovation

NotiCentro, our Spanish-language news portal and monthly newsletter, is celebrating its first anniversary as a trusted bridge to information for our Hispanic community. Over the past year, subscribers have received timely updates directly in inboxes to stay informed and connected. Explore the portal, read our anniversary edition online and encourage others to subscribe.

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