Biography
I was born in Bolivia; now I am a naturalized U.S. citizen. Lived in Vienna since: 1999
Campaign Phone
7035092605
I am interested in continuing to advocate for our most vulnerable population young and elderly. I will continue to work on affordable housing. Keeping businesses accountable by keeping their properties in excellent conditions.
Helping change environment to welcoming and friendly community where everyone is welcome regardless of political affiliation or ethnicity or economic condition.
Changes in traffic conditions by using affordable transportation tools.
Helping our young with mental health improving processes.
Responsible spending of taxpayers dollars.
I am currently a council member and hold a degree in Business Administration, Marymount University
Vienna needs to keep up with maintenance of properties and parks. Funding this upgrades are necessary prior to any other investment.
We have great number of residents involved in Town affairs. This helps keep transparency and communication.
Transparency is created by informing our residents in real time. Using social media and correspondence. Placing notifications that are easily accessible. Communication can be done in person welcoming residents to meet with council and/ or staff. Creating a welcoming friendly environment where residents are empowered and satisfied.
Biography
Born in West Virginia; raised in rural Michigan. Retired economist and co-founder of Capital Trade, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in international trade. Past government service includes Vienna Planning Commission (Commissioner and Chair), Windover Heights Board of Review; Malcom-Windover Heights Civic Association.
Campaign Phone
2022477381
To maintain our strong fiscal condition and to support more diversity in housing.
I have served on Town Council for the past five years, and have prior experience on the Planning Commission.
Finding an affordable and popular use for the property acquired on Center Street. I do not support public funding for a pool at that location.
Invest in public communications.
Biography
Hometown: Vienna, VA Education (schools, locations, degrees): University of Nebraska, BA in Political Science 1973; George Washington University Law School, JD 1976. Lived in Vienna since: 1980 Profession/Career: The Baldwin Law Firm, LLC, Oakton, Virginia, focusing on estate planning and administration
Campaign Phone
703-281-0134
1. Manage our deer population through methods available to us under current law or by expansion of law this coming General Assembly session, if necessary.
2. Make Vienna a more livable place by restricting commercial activity before 7 am, phasing out the use of noisy gas-powered leaf blowers, allowing home owners to erect fences to keep deer out of their yards
3. Require Dominion to replant appropriate tree specimens to replace those that were recently clear-cut.
4. Require the owners of the vacant lot at 444 Maple Ave S (former Vienna Wolftrap Motel) to either start construction or to start paying blighted property tax.
5. Decide what to do with the Annex property.
Homeowner in the Town since 1980
Current Town Council Member
Former Chair, Town of Vienna Board of Architectural Review
Former member, Town-Business Liaison Committee
PTA Board Member (Vienna Elementary)
Scoutmaster (Wesley Methodist)
Vienna Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser
Principal in The Baldwin Law Firm, LLC in Oakton - Winner of Martindale-Hubbell 45 Year Service & Client Distinction Awards
Deciding the best use of the three acre vacant lot on Center Street, formerly housing the Faith Baptist Church, which is now owned by the Town.
Allow Town residents to sign up for email reminders about agendas for upcoming Town Council meetings. Publicize the very successful and responsive "Vienna Connect" app which allows Town residents to report issues and to receive updates from the responsible Town department until the issue is resolved.
Biography
Doug Francis has lived in the Town of Vienna for 29 years. He was President of the Vienna Commons Homeowners Association for 4 years. He is the Vice President of the North East Vienna Citizens Association. He is married to a 30+ year FCPS teacher, and raised two kids in Vienna. He has a BA in History from Boston University.
Campaign Phone
703-304-6827
My priorities include preserving our small-town charm, improving traffic flow, maintaining Park and Recreation programs, upgrading our water, sewer, and stormwater systems, public safety, maintaining and planting trees, smart fiscal spending, and encouraging local business development.
I have lived in the Town of Vienna for 29 years and raised my family here. We have lived in three of the four corners of town, and I know the different neighborhoods, many of the unique challenges, and what makes each area special. I was the President of the Vienna Commons Association tackling problems like a daily high school parking problem to replacing many old, damaged pine trees with oaks and maples. I am the Vice President of the North East Vienna Citizens Association and was involved with the rebuilding of Beulah Road Committee. I successfully petitioned the Town Council to install two sets of flashing crosswalk signals along Beulah Road. I proposed the Tree Donation Program to the CSC which the Town Council approved.
In my opinion, one of the most urgent issues is upgrading our aging water, sewer, and stormwater systems. Much of the systems are beyond design life and are inadequate for Vienna today.
An example includes my own home, which was built in the late 1950s. When we moved in, I discovered that the water pressure in the neighborhood is at the very low end of the scale.
The stormwater system needs to be carefully upgraded as well. For example, in July, Piney Branch Creek next to Bear Branch Tavern flooded and was unable to drain into the stormwater system. And a decade ago, a sewer system backup released raw sewage into Piney Branch Creek.
Solutions include applying for state and county grants, a systemwide study to identify and prioritize work.
The new Town of Vienna website actually does a much better job showing "Events and Meetings" on this modern homepage to anyone who scrolls down the page. This is a significant improvement that will help citizens easily see what is happening around town and in the conference rooms. I am impressed how truly helpful viennava.gov is now.
All communications from the public information office should also be added to the homepage, and any posts on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter should direct citizens that more "in depth" information will be available on viennava.gov .
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Biography
Jessica H. Ramakis is running for a second term. She has lived in Vienna since 2010 with her husband and is mom to two students in Vienna schools. She is a dedicated to public service, with over 20 years of civil service experience in education policy.
Since taking the oath of office in January 2024, I have served Vienna residents with a focus on the areas that led me to seek election. I prioritize engagement with the community, inviting and elevating input to inform decisions. I advocate for small businesses in Vienna through gathering ideas and simplifying working with the Town. I work to strengthen partnerships with service organizations in the community who do so much for Vienna. I value that we have so many beautiful parks and trees in Vienna, and prioritize improvements to our parks and enhancing our tree canopy. And I prioritize fiscal responsibility, pushing for changes to the development of the budget to make more transparent and strategic decisions.
I am deeply committed to public service. Before my time on Town Council, I served on the Vienna Planning Commission. I have been a civil servant in education policy for over 20 years. My approach involves doing research on the issues, seeking out and listening carefully to different points of view, and building a path forward that engages as many people as possible.
I think it is an urgent priority to improve communication and engagement with residents and businesses to share information in approachable ways and to welcome different points of view to inform decision-making. From my experience I strongly believe that increasing the number of people who can meaningfully engage in policy discussions, even if briefly, can surface some of the most creative ideas. During my time on Town Council, this has been a top priority for me. I think we can do more to share information about Town issues in clear, approachable ways through the Vienna Voice newsletter, social media, video shorts, and by possibly launching a new podcast.
In my time on Town Council, I have consistently advocated for sharing information in clear ways that residents and businesses can engage with quickly and provide feedback that can inform decisions. I value discussions with residents and businesses to share information and welcome different points of view. I believe that listening carefully and finding points of agreement to build a path forward together will get more residents engaged in ways that will be great for Vienna.
Biography
Long time Town of vienna residetn, 16 years on Vienna Council, history of active community service involvment, 36 years of public management experience and Master's in Public Adminstration
maintain Vienna as a great place to live, raise a family and work. I would continuie to support issues and programs that support this goal at the same time making sure Vienna remains fiscally responsbile.
16 plus years on the Council with a record of getting things done, a history of community service in Vienna and the surrounding area,. Master's Degree in Public Administration.
Maintaining the level of services available and improving the infrasture.
Continue the expansion of Town of Vienna's social media outlets. Vienna is generally a very engaged community and I have always been approachable and visable around Town..
