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Link Washington Post Backs Chairman Bulova
With her gracious, civil, inclusive political style, two decades of previous experience on the board and mastery of the county’s $6 billion budget, Ms. Bulova is indisputably the right person in the right job at the right time. Her bid for reelection, against an unimpressive Republican and two obscure independents, should be a slam dunk. If any elected official in Northern Virginia deserves to be returned to office Nov. 8, it’s Ms. Bulova.
Link Sharon Bulova Named One of Washington's 100 Most Powerful Women
Chairman Bulova has been praised for her skillful handling of county finances in tough economic times, avoiding the angry budget battles that have taken place in neighboring Montgomery County.
Link Bulova Secures Chamber's Endorsement after Debate
Mere hours after the first debate between Board of Supervisors chairman Sharon S. Bulova (D-At-large) and Republican challenger Michael Spike Williams, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce endorsed Bulova.
Link Fairfax chairman candidates debate development, housing, transit
The major party candidates for chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors met Thursday in their first debate, scrapping cordially over affordable housing, immigration, Metro expansion and other issues. Incumbent Sharon S. Bulova (D) made her case for reelection on Nov. 8 by touting the country’s well-regarded schools, high-quality services, stable budgets and stellar bond ratings. “It didn’t happen that way by accident,” she said.
Link Fairfax Government Wins Homeland Security Accolade
For enabling faster resource deployment during emergency response, the Fairfax County government has received the National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) “Best of NIEM” Award from the Department of Homeland Security.
Link 9/11: Fairfax Remembers
“Ten years ago today, without warning our world changed forever,” Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova said at a solemn 9/11 remembrance ceremony at the Fairfax County Government Center. ”Not only did we lose thousands of neighbors, friends and family members that day, America lost a sense of security and safety. It was made clear to us on September 11th of 2001 that we cannot take safety and security for granted.”
Link Dulles Rail 'absolutely' moving forward
WASHINGTON - As financial questions swirl around the Dulles Rail Project, the Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is making a firm claim. "It absolutely will go forward, it will happen," Sharon Bulova tells WTOP.
Link Ribbon Cut for HOT Lanes Overpasses
Along the Cross County Trail that winds under Little River Turnpike, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the HOT Lanes partners, Transurban-Fluor gathered with elected officials to cut the ribbon on the completion of the Braddock Road and Little River Turnpike overpass on Tuesday, Aug. 30.
Link Fairfax County Asks State to Share Surplus Funds
Sharon Bulova signs letter with other jurisdictions asking governor to share surplus.
Link The Farm Team Endorses Sharon Bulova
Despite extremely tough economic times, Sharon Bulova’s dedicated, determined leadership has kept Fairfax County at the top and thriving. The Farm Team is pleased to announce its endorsement of Chairman Bulova in her re-election campaign for Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.
Link Debt Plan Agreement Better than Nothing
Word that a deal has finally been made was met with admonishing advice from Sharon Bulova, who chairs the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and whose county was put on notice last week that its sterling credit rating might be tarnished due to the stalemate on Capitol Hill.
Link Fairfax Board Backs Rail Strategy
The Fairfax County Board approved a resolution on Tuesday Supporting the LaHood plan for the completion of Phase 2 of the Rail to Dulles.
Link Progress Made Towards Dulles Rail Impasse
Hard work has been put in towards finding a workable solution for all regarding the location and funding issues for the Dulles Rail extension.
Link Fairfax County Reduced Homeless Rate During Recession
"Since 2008, Fairfax County and the neighboring small city of Falls Church (pop. 12,000) reduced their total homeless population by 16 percent and homeless families by 19 percent," a remarkable success given the times
Link Campaign Office Opening!
A great crowd came out to see Sharon, Virginia Senator George Barker, U.S. Rep. Jim Moran, Democratic Party of Virginia Chairman Brian Moran, U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly, and to work hard towards reelection!
Link Iced Tea and Politics with Chris Wade
A great time!
Link Braddock District Picnic
Congratulations to the winners of the Best of Braddock awards!
Link Celebrating some of the finest citizens in the Vienna-Tysons area.
Congratulations to the awardees of the Vienna Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce at their annual Service Awards Dinner.
Link CNBC Ranks Virginia as Top State to Do Business
For the 3rd time in 5 years, Virginia leads the nation
Link Sharon Named Local Heroine of the Year!
The readers of Washington Family Magazine have chosen Sharon as their Local Heroine of the Year for her dedication to improving the metropolitan area. Congratulations Sharon!
Link Fairfax County to seek Public-Private partnerships for rail
To help defray costs for the second phase of the Metro expansion, the county will work to seek public-private partnerships.
Link Happy Birthday, America!
Everybody loves fireworks, and especially Fairfax County!
Link Citizen of the Year Banquet
A nice recap of the Citizen of the Year Banquet
Link The BRAC Imposition
A nice interview with Sharon regarding the BRAC
News Item Chairman Bulova Moves Budget That Cuts Tax Rate
Today, Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova moved a budget for Fiscal Year 2012 that cuts the real estate property tax rate for Fairfax County homeowners.
Link Chairman Delivers State of the County
On Jan. 13, Chairman Sharon Bulova gave her regular State of the County address outlining the Board's priorities for 2011.
Link Fairfax starts 2011 pushing development, new businesses
Fairfax County officials are banking on a surge of economic development to remedy pains inflicted by the recession, while hoping pending construction and personnel costs don't drag down the county's long-term recovery. Discussions are underway about how to attract nongovernment industries, from personalized medicine to green technology, County Chairwoman Sharon Bulova said Thursday in her state of the county speech.
Link Effort underway to lure business to Fairfax
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon S. Bulova intends to push for a new conference center in Tysons Corner and for luring more biotech firms to Northern Virginia, the centerpiece of an agenda that will include redistricting for the board and absorbing a huge influx of workers as part of the nationwide consolidation of military bases.
Link Bulova outlines goals as tough budget looms
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is preparing for more difficult budget choices, Chairwoman Sharon Bulova (D-At Large) said Thursday.
Link Tough Times Will Impact Fairfax County Budget Again
Fairfax County has survived the economic downturn, but many hurdles remain as the county eyes a $50 million shortfall in the upcoming year, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova said in her annual State of the County address on Thursday.
Link Chairman to Participate in Online Chat
On Friday (Jan. 7), Chairman Bulova will be hosting an online chat at 2pm. Click on the link to submit questions in advance, read past Ask Fairfax! transcripts, and review the guidelines.
Page Chairman Discusses Top Issues For County
Chairman Sharon Bulova joined Kathryn Falk on Cox Local Edition recently to discuss major issues facing the County in 2011, included the adoption of the 2012 budget, transportation, and the Chairman's priorities for 2011.
Link Fairfax considers taking control of its own roads
"We wouldn't be studying this issue if we weren't unhappy with the level of control we have over maintenance and operations in Fairfax County," said County Board Chairwoman Sharon Bulova.
Link Forum Dissects Who Could, and Should, Live in an Updated Tysons
“Tysons cannot fully realize its full potential when shoppers, employees and residents are forced to continue to rely on their cars to get where they need to go,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova (D).
Link A Peek into the FY 2012 Budget Crystal Ball
On October 26th, the Board of Supervisors and the School Board met jointly to begin discussion about Fiscal Year 2012, which begins July 1st of 2011. Deputy County Executive Ed Long provided a preliminary financial forecast, reading the pulse of our current economy and fiscal situation.
Link Opinion: Getting Things Done in a Down Economy
It’s not news that the country has gone through a very difficult time economically. We are still weathering the most serious downturn – The Great Recession – in most of our lifetimes. Throughout the country people are losing jobs and struggling to find new ones, and businesses have been forced to shut their doors. States and cities are also feeling the pinch.
Link Chairman Bulova Receives Award for Region Forward Leadership
Chairman Sharon Bulova on Tuesday received an award from the National Capital Area Chapter of the American Planning Association for her leadership while chairing the Greater Washington 2050 Initiative. The award, for "Leadership by an Elected Official," is an honor to recieve, and highlights the significance of Region Forward, Chairman Bulova said.
Link Board Approves Process, Schedule for 2011 Redistricting
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved its process and schedule for redistricting the nine supervisor districts in the county on Tuesday.
Link Fairfax County livid over lack of road maintenance
WASHINGTON July 15, 2010 - Fairfax County leaders are tired of driving over bumpy roads, walking on busted sidewalks and staring at unkempt medians. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors is extremely mad at the Virginia Department of Transportation and leaders in Richmond, saying both have failed to keep pace with road maintenance.
Link Washington Post Editorial Missing in Action on U.S. Route 1
A July 11, 2010 response by Sharon Bulova, Jeff McKay and Gerry Hyland to the July 4 Local Opinions commentary "A fair shake for Fairfax's other business corridor" concerning Richmond Highway Corridor (U.S. Route 1) and the transformation of Tysons Corner.
Link May 30, 2010 Editorial: "A Tale of Two Counties" Washington Post
Montgomery County has just completed a nightmarish budget year. ... Meanwhile, across the Potomac River in Fairfax County, all was sweetness and light by comparison. With a budget roughly equal to Montgomery's, Fairfax officials erased a deficit a quarter as large with relative ease and far less drama.
Link Washingtonian Magazine Profile of Sharon Bulova
From Washingtonian Magazine, "Woman Power," October 2009
Link [Jacksonville] City may need voters' support to repair budget shortfall. How Fairfax County, Va., balanced its budget
Editorial that appeared in the Florida Times-Union, June 24, 2009.
Link April 27, 2009 Editorial: "Fiscal Prudence in Fairfax" Washington Post
The Board of Supervisors comes together on a budget during tough times.
2011 Endorsements
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  • The Falls Church News-Press
  • Fairfax Deputy Sheriff's Coalition
  • Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce
  • International Association of Firefighters Local 2068
  • Fairfax Coalition of Police, IUPA Local #5000
  • Service Employees  International Union (SEIU)
    Fairfax County Government Employees Union
  • Northern Virginia Labor Federation
  • Fairfax County League of Conservation Voters
  • The Farm Team
  • Northern Virginia Realtors PAC
  • Fairfax Education Association
  • Apartment and Office Building Association of Metropolitan Washington
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