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Point-in-Time Count of People Experiencing Homelessness in Region is Released

• The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments released its most recent annual Point-in-Time Count of people experiencing homelessness.
• According to the data, there were 1,365 people experiencing homelessness in Fairfax County on Feb. 4, 2026, the night of the count. This is a 3% increase from 2025.
• The total number of people experiencing homelessness in the county has trended upward since 2017, mirroring regional and national trends.

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2. 7 Highlights from the 2025 Climate Action Progress Report

3. Local Action Youth Summit a Growth Opportunity for County Teens

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