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Citizen Association Services Committee
What We Do
The Citizen Association Services Committee provides guidance to Citizen, Condo, and Home-Owner Associations on By-Laws, the State Corporation Commission, annual filings by neighborhood associations, and enforcement of neighborhood covenants and proffers.
For committee-specific inquires, contact our Chair, listed HERE.
Fraud Alert
A Fairfax County homeowners association recently alerted the Federation to a real estate fraud scheme that has impacted one of its homeowners. In this incident, a perpetrator allegedly assumed the homeowner’s identity and fraudulently listed the homeowner’s property for sale on multiple internet real estate platforms. It is believed the original listing appeared on forsalebyowner.com, with subsequent reposting on sites including Redfin, Homecoin.com, and Zillow.
The perpetrator used a fraudulent Outlook email address to communicate with at least one prospective buyer and directed the buyer to visit the property, which is located within a private community. The communications reportedly occurred within the real estate platform’s internal messaging system, making it difficult to forward the fraudulent emails directly to Outlook for reporting or investigation.
The association has reached out to state and local representatives to request consideration of the following actions:
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Public awareness efforts to alert property owners and conduct town halls outlining this activity and practical steps residents can take to reduce risk.
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Legislation establishing a county-linked fraud alert system tied to the Fairfax County Land Records office, and requiring real estate platforms to validate listings prior to posting, with meaningful penalties for noncompliance.
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Investigation and prosecution of individuals and entities that post, facilitate, or benefit from fraudulent property listings.
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Creation of a reimbursement fund to help Fairfax County property owners cover legal fees and related costs incurred to remove illegal listings and protect property rights.
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Stronger security authentication for access to online county property data, comparable to banking-level verification, or a return to more controlled access methods for sensitive property transaction processes.
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Inclusion of Fairfax County in the Virginia Property Notification System so residents can register at VirginiaPropertyNotification.org to receive alerts when their name or business appears on property-related documents filed in the county, along with a clear process to dispute and address fraudulent filings.
The targeted homeowner has reported the incident and filed IC3 reports with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) (https://www.ic3.gov/), submitted information to the Virginia Attorney General’s Office – Consumer Protection “File a Complaint” portal (https://www.oag.state.va.us/consumer-protection/index.php/file-a-complaint) and reviewed the Attorney General’s identity theft resources (https://www.oag.state.va.us/programs-outreach/identity-theft), and contacted the Fairfax County Circuit Court Land Records Division (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/circuit/land-records/general-information). The homeowner has also used local reporting resources as appropriate, including Fairfax County Police’s Financial Crimes Online Reporting (FiCOR) portal (https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police_ficor/).
Despite extensive efforts to remove the false listings, the homeowner has reported that the fraudulent listing continues to reappear on new real estate sites. The homeowner has also retained legal counsel to prepare additional documents to protect property rights and has increased alerts across property and financial systems that could potentially be exploited by the perpetrator.
The Federation shares this information to raise awareness and support ongoing efforts to strengthen protections for Fairfax County property owners.
Fairfax County's Unified Sanitation District Update
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FAIRFAX FEDERATION SENDS COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS LETTER ON USD DECISION
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September 24, 2025
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On September 24, 2025, the Fairfax Federation sent a letter to the Board of Supervisors expressing thanks and appreciation for the decision to postpone the initiation of the Unified Sanitation District (USD) process and encouraging them to use the Federation as a partner in the ongoing effort.
Click here to read the letter.
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FAIRFAX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS POSTPONES CONSIDERATION OF A UNIFIED SANITATION DISTRICT

August 26, 2025
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To our members and friends,

At today’s meeting, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to postpone indefinitely a hearing and vote on starting the five-year waiting period for establishing a Unified Sanitation District (USD). The Board had originally scheduled this vote for June, then deferred it to October 14.
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The Federation has been actively engaged with this issue. In our July 28 letter to the Board, we outlined concerns raised by our members, focusing on:
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The need for transparency in how the County develops its proposal.
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The potential benefits and burdens a USD would create for residents and HOAs.
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The importance of protecting local trash haulers and small businesses already serving our community.
Beyond County officials, we have also spoken with regional organizations and public agencies about broader waste-management challenges—particularly the collection and composting of organic waste in Northern Virginia. This work will continue so we can track the infrastructure, costs, and incentives that would shape any future County proposal.

The USD proposal—or some version of it—will return. When it does, the Federation will continue to insist on a transparent process, measurable benchmarks, and clear conditions that must be met before a USD can responsibly move forward.

We will provide a full update and discussion of the USD’s status at our next membership meeting: Thursday, September 25, at 7:00 p.m. at the Franconia Governmental Center.

That evening, Del. Rip Sullivan will also preview the 2026 General Assembly session, highlighting the impacts of data centers and the energy infrastructure needed to support them. We are also working to confirm a speaker on expanding solar energy use in Fairfax County to round out the program.
As always, our meetings are open to the public. We encourage you and your association members to attend.

Finally, please continue sharing your questions and concerns about trash collection, recycling, and organics management in Fairfax County. Your input informs our advocacy.

Sincerely,

Morgan Jameson, President
Anna Dixon, Chair, Citizen Association Services Committee
Dave Fitzgerald, First Vice President & Chair, Environment Committee

Fairfax County Federation of Citizens Associations
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Correction - June 24, 2025 – Board of Supervisors Action​
On June 24, 2025, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors deferred the 4:30 p.m. public hearing under Virginia Code §â€¯15.2‑934, which was to address the advisability of county‑provided garbage collection and potential displacement of private waste companies in favor of a Unified Sanitary District. The Board subsequently set the deferred hearing for October 14, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. https://annandaletoday.com/baord-defers-usd-hearing-to-october/
No motion to initiate the displacement process was passed on June 24, and the scheduled hearing has been postponed to October 14, 2025. Further updates will follow as developments occur.
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October 14, 2025 – Upcoming Vote
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The Board is scheduled to hold a public hearing on October 14, 2025, with the following choice (fairfaxcounty.gov):
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Yes to USD → Triggers full authority for the County to:
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Regulate hauler routes and pricing.
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Set service standards.
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Pursue environmental and sustainability goals.
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No to USD → Maintains current decentralized system for at least five more years.
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What Was NOT Approved
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No immediate change to trash service.
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No county-wide contract awarded.
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No change to pricing structure.
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Key Details & Resources
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County’s USD page: comprehensive FAQ, cost comparisons, service options — USD Info & FAQ (fairfaxcounty.gov)
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Board summary package: legal justification and motion text regarding the five‑year displacement period (fairfaxcounty.gov)
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Benefits & Concerns table (from official site): pricing, oversight, environmental impacts (fairfaxcounty.gov)
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What Citizen Associations Should Do
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Be accurate about what June 24 did—and did not—approve.
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Help your members understand:
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The USD may happen but has not yet been adopted.
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A final decision will take place on October 14, 2025.
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Encourage public participation in planning and hearing processes.
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Direct residents to submit feedback via:
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The County’s USD webpage (look for surveys or comments sections)
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Emailing USDfeedback@publicinput.com (tracking public sentiment)
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The Fairfax Federation via Anna Dixon at services@fairfaxfederation.org
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Please reach out to Anna Dixon at services@fairfaxfederation.org to dialogue with the Fairfax Federation on this important topic.
Recent Actions
On July 28, 2025, the Fairfax Federation sent a letter to the Board of Supervisors outlining significant concerns surrounding survey transparency, land use impacts, equality implications, enforcement mechanisms, containerization requirements, and potential effects on small businesses. Read the letter here.
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On January 17, 2025, the Fairfax Federation sent a letter to Senator Hackworth on Senate Bill 1270, proposing an amendment to further modernize property governance by facilitating the amendment process for Homeowner Associations (HOAs). Read the letter here.
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On January 18, 2025, the Fairfax Federation sent letters to Delegate Gardner and seven other committee members, requesting the incorporation of two critical proposals into Virginia House Bill 1709 as friendly amendments to address significant issues affecting homeowners across the Commonwealth. These proposals focus on enhancing HOA board accountability and introducing consumer protections for homeowner's insurance policies. Read the letter here.
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On January 21, 2025, the Fairfax Federation sent a letter to Chairman Bulova requesting the incorporation of two critical proposals into Virginia House Bill 1709 as amendments to address significant issues affecting homeowners across the Commonwealth. These proposals focus on enhancing HOA board accountability and introducing consumer protections for homeowners’ insurance policies. Read the letter here.