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Economic Development Authority seeks return of $925,000 contributed to Virginia Village acquisitions; offers targeted small-business work plan

3722696 · April 7, 2025
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Summary

The EDA asked council to reimburse $925,000 previously contributed to the Virginia Village acquisition effort, proposing to keep part of the remainder in the strike fund on a low-interest basis and use funds for small-business and placemaking support if returned.

Ross Littgenhaus, chair of the Economic Development Authority (EDA), asked Falls Church council April 7 to consider reimbursing the EDA for $925,000 previously contributed to the Virginia Village acquisition effort. The EDA’s request follows a shift in development partners and the pause of the previously anticipated Wesley Housing transaction.

Background: The City and the EDA previously partnered to pool funds for a revolving Acquisition Strike Fund aimed at preserving…

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