Alerts

The City will report out any cases that are a public concern*. There are currently two in our area:

• Alexandria Health Department Urges Self-Quarantine for Certain Patrons of Murphy’s Irish Pub*, March 25 (see news release)
   
• Fairfax Health Department Urges Self-Quarantine of Attendees of a Service at a Church in Bailey’s Crossroads*, March 20 (see news release).

Governor Northam's Order: Stay Home.

• Getting groceries or medicines. 
• Caring for a sick family member or friend. 
• Getting medical care for yourself .
• Going outside for exercise for yourself or pets (although not in groups larger than 10 people). 
• Getting essential social or government services.
• Traveling to and from work or place of worship. 

"Do not go out unless you need to go out," said Northam. "This is very different from wanting to go out. Don't go to the store just for one thing. Wait until you have a whole list of needs."

Quick News

• Utility Scams -- Stay Smart
  While the City has no reports of residents being affected by these scams, we have heard from our jurisdictional partners in the Virginia-DC-Maryland region.
  
  NEVER give provide your social security number or personal information to anyone initiating contact with you claiming to be a utility representative or requesting you to send money to another person or entity other than your local utility providers.
  
  ALWAYS ask to see a company photo ID before allowing any utility worker into your home or business
  
  DO NOT give payment in any form - cash, check, or credit - to anyone coming to your door.
  
  VERIFY -- If you ever question the legitimacy of a visitor or call, call your utility directly.

In Case You Missed It...

• Farmers Market To Go Returns Saturday, April 4
  The new structure of Farmers Market To Go was a success. The number of customers allowed in the market was limited, and every person practiced social distancing -- no touching, staying at least 6 feet from others, and sanitizing hands and surfaces often. Tomorrow the website will be updated with the list of vendors from which you can pre-order.
   
• Health Care Options for the Uninsured
  From the Fairfax County Health Department (the City of Falls Church is part of the Fairfax Health District): Here is a list of clinics that offer low-cost or free medical care and pharmacies during the coronavirus outbreak: view the list. This list includes health care providers that offer primary care, dental care, behavioral health and pharmacies. These clinics and centers serve people who have no insurance or have Medicaid.
   
• Three Inova Respiratory Illness Clinics Open
  Inova Urgent Care locations at Dulles South, North Arlington and Tysons will staff Respiratory Illness Clinics to evaluate all patients with respiratory illness symptoms. Before visiting any Inova Respiratory Illness Clinic, contact your regular physician for evaluation. Read more here.
   
• Playgrounds Closed; Fields, Courts Closed to Groups; Parks Open
  City fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and the skate park are closed to groups of 10 or more people. Be prepared: you might have to turn around and go home if the field or court is too crowded.
  
  Any number of people using those facilities must maintain 6 feet of distance from each other.
  
  City playgrounds remain closed. They are unsafe to play on as they are not sanitized.
   
• Video of Virtual Town Hall
  The video of the virtual town hall meeting from March 23 is available online: Click here for the full video on YouTube and click here for the full video (then click on "Agenda" to access skip-ahead bookmarks).
   
• City Hall is Open
  The Treasurer, Commissioner of the Revenue, and Permits Counter are open 9am to 4pm. All other counters and offices are closed to the public. You can visit the City's website to find phone numbers and emails.
   
• City Services Online
  • Online payments for personal property tax bills, real estate tax bills, parking tickets, general bills for special trash pick-up and false alarm fees, FCCPS tuition payments and facility rental payments: www.fallschurchva.gov/Pay. 
     
  • Online Vehicle Registration forms: www.fallschurchva.gov/VehicleReg. You will be mailed a temporary decal when you complete the online registration.
     
  • Online Voter Registration, Request for Absentee Ballots and to check your Polling Place: www.elections.virginia.gov.

Coming Soon

• Tentative Virtual City Council Meeting on Monday, April 6
  City staff is looking at technology needs for a virtual City Council meeting to occur on Monday, April 6. If the Council meets, they will only discuss emergency issues related to COVID-19. Stay tuned for details on if this meeting occurs on Monday and on what platform. As always, public comment for the City Council can be sent at any time to cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov.
   
• Information, Resources for City Businesses: PPP and the CARES Act
  The City will soon post resources for City businesses facing hardships through the pandemic. Mayor Tarter and City Council, the City Manager’s office and City leadership have been in regular contact with our federal and state reps, with support for our small businesses being one of their priority focus’ for financial relief.
  
  The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is a part of the larger Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and its primary intent is to immediately minimize more layoffs and/or encourage employers to rehire their workers. Senator Mark Warner provided a helpful summary.