1. VRE considering free rides for September 2. Richmond's first 3D-printed home sold 3. Metro takes control of Silver Line extension, starting testing phase 4. Alexandria West Plan Area Community Planning Process to Launch this Fall 5. ‘Missing middle’ proposal prompts intense debate, competing signs at County Board meeting

On June 15th, Anti-Road Activists will lobby the Transportation Planning Board to delay critical infrastructure improvements to I-270 & the American Legion Bridge. Take Action to tell them we NEED critical infrastructure improvements in the region's most congested area.

1. NAR Applauds FHFA Equity Plan for GSEs 2. Army Corps of Engineers propose changes to prevent Northern Va. flooding 3. PPP Loans Gave Critical Assistance to REALTORS® 4. Metro’s Silver Line extension moves closer to finish line 5. By opposing highway expansions, Maryland politicians risk more than gridlock

"From the Ground Up" informs NVAR members ton upcoming projects throughout the Northern Virginia region. Information includes proposed residential and commercial development projects in the news, rezoning applications and site plan amendments coming before local government, affordable housing project news, announcements of new businesses locating in the region and other economic development news.

1. Fairfax County releases Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan 2. NAR Advocates for Housing Providers with Administration Officials 3. New HUD Program Prioritizes Housing Supply 4. Study Proposes Reforms to Address Virginia’s Legacy of Segregated Housing 5. NAR Writes to HUD in Support of New 40-year Mortgage Modification

1. Administration Releases Housing Supply Plan 2. New federal programs offer Virginia households a subsidy for affordable high-speed internet 3. Dulles Toll Road users could see rate increase to pay for Silver Line 4. Residents Form Group to Advocate for Housing Affordability 5. Fire Factor™ supports NAR Policy

Local governments throughout Northern Virginia are wrapping up FY 2023 Budget negotiations and approving spending and tax rates for the next year. This bonus Five for Friday covers each of the adopted budgets in our region.

1. Arlington Missing Middle Housing Framework Engagement Opportunities 2. HUD Offers Properties to Owner-Occupants 3. Gordon Confirmed as FHA Commissioner 4. Early voting begins in Va. congressional primaries 5. Fairfax County Seeks Public Input on Draft 2023 Moving to Work Plan