Category: Press Release

In mid-July 2020, Tysons Partnership issued a public survey asking questions about living and working during a pandemic to understand how people in and around Tysons and the D.C. metro area feel about the very different times we are living through now. Respondents were able to answer questions from their individual point of view and from that as an employer.

We received over 700 responses to the survey, with roughly half from people living or working in and around Tysons. The basic respondent demographics appear on page 6 of this report. The survey questions addressed issues such as school reopening, working from home, returning to office-based work, shopping, dining, and transit. A single “do you have anything else you’d like to add?” open-ended question gave people the opportunity to comment broadly, giving us a qualitative sense of what is at the top of people’s minds.

With the minute-by-minute of news coverage on these topics, our findings are less about blockbuster surprises than a confirmation of the many opportunities for public and private entities to think innovatively, collaborate, and consider a wide range of human emotions as they continue evolving their responses to a stubborn public health crisis.

Our intention is to set a baseline of understanding that could be tracked through another survey in roughly six months, so we hope that readers of this report will respond again in the future, helping us and our many Tysons stakeholders to listen, learn, and take positive actions for our community.

Sol Glasner, President
CEO Tysons Partnership

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Drew Sunderland, 703.559.2552
drew@tysonspartnership.org

Statement from the Tysons Partnership:

Tysons Partnership welcomes WMATA’s announcement that all four Silver Line Metro stations in Tysons will reopen on August 16. The Tysons community depends on safe and reliable rail service to meet the mobility needs of our employers, residents and workforce.

When the rail closure was first announced on April 22, Tysons Partnership convened a response task force consisting of WMATA officials, Fairfax County government leaders, local business stakeholders and community members. Our goals were to expedite the return of rail service to Tysons and mitigate the effects of the shutdown on Tysons employers, commuters and residents. We are pleased with Metro’s announcement last week that bus shuttle service at the McLean and Greensboro Metro stations will begin on June 28 and with today’s announcement of a firm end date for the shutdown.

With Phase Three reopening beginning July 1, traffic volume in Northern Virginia is projected to return to near pre-pandemic levels. With this in mind, Tysons Partnership urges Fairfax County and the Commonwealth to consider piloting dedicated bus lanes as a way to ensure safe, reliable and frequent bus shuttle service through the planned August 16 rail reopening. As previously stated by WMATA GM and CEO Paul Wiedefeld, this will allow METRO “to cycle buses more efficiently, expanding capacity that would allow passengers to maintain social distancing.”

Tysons Partnership looks forward to continuing our productive collaboration with WMATA to meet the evolving transit and business needs of the Tysons community as the Silver Line expands and Tysons continues to grow.

Tysons Partnership, designated as the Implementation Entity for the Tysons 40-Year Comprehensive Plan, is proud to champion placemaking efforts within Tysons — and we have an exciting opportunity to share!

As part of an effort to support entrepreneurship and create vibrant places, Fairfax County is looking for ideas to repurpose the former Container Store at 8508 Leesburg Pike in Tysons. The site, located between the Spring Hill and Greensboro Metro Stations, is owned by the County, and Tysons Partnership will serve as a member of the Request for Interest (RFI) Steering Committee.

This project, “Activate Fairfax: 8508 Uncontained,” is a pilot of the Department of Economic Initiatives new program, Activate Fairfax, which aims to transform vacant commercial spaces into economic development destinations which boost innovation and entrepreneurship, demonstrate creative placemaking and feature the Made in Fairfax Network. Dynamic pop-up, cultural, artistic or community-oriented programming aligned with these goals will be encouraged to ensure that the space functions as a vibrant asset and experience for residents and visitors. Responses will be accepted until April 20, 2020.

For more information and instructions on how to submit an RFI, or information about the Made in Fairfax Network, visit the Activate Fairfax webpage.

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) warns of severely limited capacity, crowding and delays between August 11 through 26; encourages Metro riders to consider travel alternatives

**VIA FAIRFAX COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION**

For Immediate Release
Aug. 1, 2018

Your Commute Will Be Impacted Aug. 11-26, 2018

Beginning August 11 through August 26, 2018, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will conduct around the clock construction on a segment of the Metrorail Orange, Blue and Silver lines resulting in limited capacity, and possible crowding and delays.

Weekday Service Highlights:

SILVER LINE: Trains will operate between Wiehle-Reston East and Largo Town Center every 20 minutes at all times.

ORANGE LINE: Trains will operate between Vienna and New Carrollton every 20 minutes at all times.

BLUE LINE: Trains will operate between Franconia-Springfield and Arlington Cemetery every 16 minutes during rush hour periods; every 12 minutes midday and evenings; every 20 minutes after 10 p.m.

YELLOW LINE: During rush hour, additional trains will operate between Franconia-Springfield and Greenbelt every 16 minutes for added capacity into D.C ., and to accommodate Blue Line customers traveling between Virginia and Downtown D.C.

NOTE: No rail or bus service between Rosslyn and Arlington Cemetery. Use the Yellow Line and transfer to/from the Orange or Silver lines at L’Enfant Plaza.

Video: Metro Capital Improvement Project | August 11-26

*VIDEO VIA WMATA.COM*

Know Your Travel Options and Plan Now

To avoid gridlock, Fairfax County commuters are urged to consider the use of alternative travel options such as express bus connections, carpooling, slugging and biking. Employers are also strongly encouraged to allow telework and flexible schedules, whenever possible.

Plan Now – **NEW** Key Fairfax County Transit and Bike Connections Added

There are 4,000+ spaces currently available at Park-and-Rides (with access to HOV and HOT lanes), across Fairfax County for catching an express bus, a VRE train, a carpool/vanpool, or to form a slug line.

If you currently park and ride from Vienna, Dunn Loring, West Falls Church, East Falls Church or Wiehle-Reston East stations, consider using alternate connections below, or Yellow/Blue Line facilities. Most Park-and-Ride facilities offer bike lockers and rooms, and all Fairfax Connector buses feature bike racks for easy transfer from trails to transit.

• Vienna Metrorail Station **NEW**
  • Fairfax Connector Supplemental express bus service to the Pentagon ->
  • Transfer to Metrobus and ART to Arlington/D.C.
• Government Center P&R
  • Fairfax Connector 699 express bus service to Downtown D.C. ->
  • Please consider utilizing early morning trips that have more seats available.
• Burke Centre VRE
  • Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Manassas Line to Crystal City, L’Enfant Plaza, or Union Station.
• Orange Line Bike Connections I Map  **NEW**

• Reston South P&R **NEW**
  • Fairfax Connector Supplemental express service to the Pentagon
  • Transfer to Metrobus and ART to Arlington/D.C.
• Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station (paid parking) **UPDATE**
  • Fairfax Connector 599 express service to Pentagon – Pentagon City – Crystal City ->
  • Board at a temporary bus stop on Reston Station Blvd. (follow signage) 
  • Transfer to Metrobus and ART to Arlington/D.C.
• Herndon-Monroe P&R
  • Metrobus 5A express service to Rosslyn & L’Enfant Plaza
• Silver Line Bike Connections I Map **NEW**

• Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Station (paid parking)
  • VRE Fredericksburg Line – via Franconia-Springfield or Alexandria to Crystal City, L’Enfant Plaza and Union Station.
• Saratoga P&R
  • Fairfax Connector 393, 394, 395 express service to Pentagon ->
  • Transfer to Metrobus and ART to Arlington/D.C.
• Rolling Valley P&R
  • Fairfax Connector 310 to Huntington Metrorail Stations
• Bike Connections **NEW**
  • Huntington to Braddock Road I Map
  • Braddock Road to Pentagon City I Map
  • Huntington to Washington D.C. I Map

Brochure: Blue, Orange, Silver lines Capital Improvement Project

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Stay Informed and Get Trip Planning Assistance

For day-to-day information and assistance with your Fairfax County commute:

• Sign-up for text/email “Commuter Alerts” at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/alerts
• For assistance with ridesharing services and planning, call Fairfax County Commuter Services (FCCS) at 703-877-5600, TTY 711, or visit www.commuterconnections.org
• For information on bus connections, call Fairfax Connector’s Telephone Information Center (TIC) at 703-339-7200, TTY 703-339-1608

Contact

Fairfax County Department of Transportation
Email: DOTInfo@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-877-5600

Tysons Transportation Management Association (Tysons TMA)
Contact: Ronit Aviva Dancis | Director, Transportation | Tysons TMA
Email: ronit@tysonspartnership.org

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TYSONS, Va., April 23, 2018 — New homes, restaurants, shops, theaters, parks and roads—come to the Tysons Open House to learn what’s happening in Fairfax County’s dynamic “downtown.” It’s your chance to experience what it’s like to live, work, shop and play in Tysons.

This free event will be held Thursday, May 3, 2018, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Basis Independent, 8000 Jones Branch Drive in Tysons. Fairfax County and the Tysons Partnership have teamed up to put on this community celebration.

The showcase will feature:

• Free tastings from select Tysons restaurants
• Live music
• Information on the latest projects and plans from developers and county staff
• Coupons for a free ride on Capital Bikeshare, as well as how to get a 50 percent discount on an annual membership
• Remarks from Congressman Gerry Connolly (VA-11) and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Sharon Bulova (Chairman) and John Foust

In the last two years, there have been exciting new amenities announced for Tysons, including:

• Capital Bikeshare
• Jones Branch Connector, a new way to get across the Beltway
• 225-seat black box theater
• 15-screen luxury movie house
• Wegmans and Whole Foods

“Since 2014, the Tysons skyline has seen the addition of 13 new buildings, bringing to the market millions of square feet of mixed-use and transit-oriented development,” said Fairfax County Chairman Sharon Bulova.“Twelve more buildings and 3.9 million square feet are under construction at this very moment. It is amazing how far we’ve come since the Tysons Plan was adopted just eight years ago.”

This new development results from the ambitious plan to transform Tysons into a green, walkable urban center that will be home to 100,000 residents and 200,000 jobs by 2050. The plan provides for new local streets and bike lanes, parks, athletic fields and green spaces, affordable housing, a library, a performing arts center and more. These amenities and facilities will remake Tysons into the place where people will want to live, work and play.

“The pace of change in Tysons is astounding,” said Sol Glasner, president of Tysons Partnership. “Along with our partners in Fairfax County Government, we invite the public to attend our free open house to experience the many new additions to our community, while also previewing the assets set to arrive in the near future.”

Free parking is available at Basis. Or take Fairfax Connector Route 424, a circulator route that serves the Tysons Silver Line stations. Basis is located about 1.5 miles from the Tysons Corner Metro station.

The Tysons Partnership is the association of business and community leaders working with county government to redevelop Tysons as a walkable, mixed-use, transit-oriented modern city.

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Governor Northam announces 600 new jobs created in Tysons, VA

TYSONS, Va., April 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Virginia Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Appian, global innovator in enterprise and cloud-based low code software development platforms and business process management software, has selected Valo Park at 7950 Jones Branch Drive in Tysons, Virginia as the new location for its 200,000 square foot headquarters. Appian will serve as the anchor tenant for the newly redesigned multipurpose commercial office campus.  Appian CEO Matt Calkins along with building owner Tamares and representatives of CBRE joined the governor at an event today to make the announcement.

Designed by renowned architect Kohn Pedersen Fox, Valo Park is comprised of 785,000 square feet of trophy office space and tenant amenities including conference facilities, a 20,000 square foot fitness facility, sport courts and a 300-seat auditorium. Tenants enjoy food and beverage at a newly renovated lobby restaurant and coffee bar, at a full service eatery and in executive dining areas.  Additionally Valo Park’s 16-acre campus encompasses a lake, jogging trails, gardens, outdoor picnic areas and world-class art installations.

“Valo Park is an extraordinary place to do business. We are honored that Appian has chosen Valo Park as its new headquarters and has committed to bringing 600 new jobs to Northern Virginia,” said Poju Zabludowicz, Chairman of Tamares, the owner of Valo Park. “When we bought this building 3 years ago we hoped to convert it from a single use facility to a multi-tenant campus that would deliver amenities and resources for modern companies and meet the needs and lifestyle of a modern workforce.  We are delighted to see that goal realized today.”

Tamares recently completed a multi-million dollar redesign by leading design firm Gensler and engaged FLIK Hospitality Group to manage Valo Park’s food services and tenant amenities in order to create the dynamic sense of community important to employers and employees alike.  Tamares has created a unique environment to attract the region’s leading-edge companies.

CBRE, led by Senior Vice Presidents Erik McLaughlin and Jeff Roman worked to broker the transaction on behalf of Tamares. “CBRE would like to thank Appian and its representatives, Dale Powell and Paul Darr of Cushman & Wakefield, for choosing Valo Park and congratulate Tamares on a tremendous win at this world-class property.”

Tamares purchased 7950 Jones Branch Drive in 2015 with the goal of transforming the facility to a state-of-the-art multi-tenant corporate campus. Tamares’ purchase was a joint venture with Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company of Finland.

About Tamares
Tamares is a diversified enterprise with investments in real estate, hospitality, telecommunication, and technology. Led by Chairman and CEO, Poju Zabludowicz, Tamares has successfully invested in and built companies in Europe, the Middle East and North America.  Tamares owns and manages iconic real estate holdings in New York’s Times Square and London’s Mayfair, hotel and leisure interests in Las Vegas and Tel Aviv and also owns Israel based telecommunications leader Tamares Telecom.  Additionally Tamares holds significant investments El-Al Airlines, Palantir, and a series of early-stage technology investments.

About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2017 revenue). The company has more than 80,000 employees (excluding affiliates), and serves real estate investors and occupiers through 450 offices (excluding affiliates) worldwide.  CBRE offers a broad range of integrated services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services.  Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

SOURCE Tamares

3RD ANNUAL DC SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT

DC Metro Area’s Premiere Green Building Symposium

October 2, 2017 – Tysons, VA – The DC Sustainability Summit (formerly Tysons Sustainability Summit) is a one-day long conference showcasing thought leaders and experts in green building and sustainable design. The summit will be held at the Capital One Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia (1680 Capital One Drive, Tysons, Virginia) on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 from 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.

Registration is open until October 17th at www.DCSustainability.org for $75 / $35 for students (with student ID) and includes lunch and happy hour.

The opening keynote session features high performance systems expert, Mike Hess, VP of Smart and Sustainable Buildings at Panasonic. Mike travels the world in search of latest and greatest ideas and technologies to incorporate into smart cities and green buildings. He will discuss innovative strategies and game-changing technologies on the horizon.

The closing keynote is best-selling author and globally inspirational speaker, Eric Corey Freed. Eric’s experience as principal of organicARCHITECT, XPRIZE Visioneer, and executive leadership at EcoDistricts and Human Health Initiative, has shaped his vision of the future of the American design and construction industry. He’ll share his perspective on a complete reset to how we approach sustainability.

Between the keynote sessions will be thought-provoking presentations and panels featuring speakers from National Geographic, Transwestern, Capital One, Steam Realty Partners, DPR Construction, DC DOEE, and DCS Design.

The Summit concludes with an afternoon Green Product Expo and Happy Hour, where attendees will have hands-on access to exciting new sustainable building technologies and business solutions. Participating in the expo are the Platinum Full Day Sponsor: The Joyce Agency, the Platinum Expo Sponsor: Versico, and other exhibitors including Momentum Group, Hycrete, Roll-A-Cover, Daltile, CBG South, Teknion / WGS, REHAU, Big Ass Fans and many more.

“We at DCS believe is that we have to do everything we can to educate, persuade, and convince our clients and our community that we can make a difference.  That’s why this event is so important” states Douglas Carter, Principal of DCS Design.

“A holistic commitment to sustainability is a key component in the ongoing transformation of Tysons. This extends from our infrastructure and urban planning principles toward building a healthy urban environment, to programmatic initiatives that enhance quality of life for our employees and residents.” continues David Diaz, President and CEO, Tysons Partnership.

“I have always advocated for the necessity of supporting health and wellness in our company and our projects.  Our firm encourages our team members to incorporate more physical activity into their normal routine and supports the various DCS sports teams including volleyball, soccer and kickball.  We also integrate design features that encourage physical activity and well being into our projects whenever possible.” said Lena I. Scott, Principal of DCS Design.

Davis Carter Scott (DCS Design) is a full-service masterplanning, architecture and interior architecture firm. Located in Tysons and Middleburg, we serve both local and national clientele. We take great pride in the contributions we have made to the built environment, including award-winning buildings, interiors, and master plans, with over 13 million square feet of sustainably designed projects. Yet, of greatest importance is the reputation we have earned in the business community for being honest, ethical, and true to our word. “Do Good Work. Have Fun. Make Money.” This internal corporate mission statement governs how DCS approaches business, relationships with each other, clients, and outreach into the larger community.

Tysons Partnership is a dynamic collaborative of Tysons stakeholders working together to accelerate the transformation of Tysons into a great American city. As a convener, a voice, and a catalyst for the people who live, work, and do business here, Tysons Partnership represents the uniqueness of Tysons and provides a context in which new ideas and community thrive.

Tysons Sustainability Council, initiated by Tysons Partnership, brings together member organizations committed to addressing a host of emerging challenges and opportunities facing the Tysons community. Working to fortify a Tysons-wide commitment to sustainable practices, Tysons Sustainability Council leverages a collective capacity for environmental responsibility.

Download Press Release text and Summit images from: www.DCSustainability.org/media