Cindy Soto

This Roadway Safety Action Plan (RSAP) for the Town of Herndon aims to make streets safer for all users, with a Vision Zero goal of eliminating fatalities and serious injuries by 2038. The plan uses a data-driven framework and the USDOT's Safe System Approach, coordinating with the town's Comprehensive Plan. Key strategies include implementing transportation safety improvements through engineering, enhancing data collection and analysis processes, integrating roadway safety into community communications, and adopting new legally authorized measures like automated traffic enforcement and lowered speed limits.

The meeting included an organizational segment for the election of officers, including Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Parliamentarian. Public hearings were held regarding a zoning map amendment for redevelopment at Worldgate Drive, which was continued to a future meeting; an application for a special exception for aesthetic services, which was approved; and a resolution to consider a comprehensive plan amendment, which was also continued. Additionally, the commission discussed proposed revisions to their bylaws.

The council held a work session to discuss the Water and Sewer Fund capital planning, including a multi-year financial model and rate increase projections recommended by financial consultants. The session also covered an overview of the General Fund budget, focusing on revenue and expenditure trends, personnel costs, and capital outlays for upcoming projects. Additionally, the council participated in a roundtable discussion regarding town branding, local events, and meeting conduct. A closed meeting was held to deliberate on the potential acquisition of real property for a public purpose and to receive legal advice concerning downtown real estate.

The Council discussed public safety concerns, including recent crime incidents and strategies to enhance security such as adding License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras and security measures along the W&OD trail. The meeting featured a strategic plan quarterly update, including a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and a briefing on the transportation network. Additionally, the Council reviewed the status of the Downtown Redevelopment project, evaluated a proposal for a large-scale cycling event, and explored initiatives for tracking the fiscal impact of Town events on local businesses. The discussion also addressed potential measures to support vulnerable community members, including a proposed resolution regarding public safety and inclusiveness.

The council held a closed meeting regarding a specific public employee's annual performance review. Discussions included a Smart Scale grant application for the Herndon Parkway improvements at Sunset Park Drive, lease extensions with the NextStop Theatre Company, and a donation request for the Stars and Stripes NOVA Committee. Roundtable discussions covered the legal dismissal of the Adams-Green Funeral Home appeal, potential review of the Historic District Review Board processes, business anniversary recognition, trail infrastructure repairs, and status updates on electric vehicle stations and noise complaints.