Public Safety — Eric Bojaj, CMPD

• Overall crime in the Chantilly area remains relatively low, with 9 reported incidents in the latest review; several were associated with Independence Boulevard.
• Residents were encouraged to lock vehicles, remove valuables, never leave keys in cars, and report suspicious activity by calling 911.
• CMPD will respond to speeding and traffic complaints and can conduct targeted enforcement when residents provide specific locations and times.
• Residents raised concerns about homeless encampments near Independence Boulevard. CMPD will work with residents, property owners, Parks & Recreation, and other agencies depending on property ownership.
• CMPD is also conducting targeted enforcement of excessively loud/modified vehicles and street racing.

Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary – Ed Murray, Constructive Plant Rescue

• Invasive plants, including porcelain berry, kudzu, and Asian wisteria, are rapidly spreading and threatening the sanctuary's native plants and wildlife.
• A community effort is underway with Stormwater and environmental organizations to address the issue.
• November 14 | 10 AM–12 PM: Sanctuary beautification/invasive plant removal event.

CMS / Local Schools – Stephanie Sneed, Board of Education District 4 Chair

• CMS reported improvements in academic proficiency and graduation rates, while acknowledging ongoing transportation challenges due to a shortage of approximately 100 bus drivers.
• Oakhurst Elementary, Eastway Middle, and Garinger High School were discussed as C-rated schools. Stable leadership and targeted academic support were identified as important areas of focus.
• A Garinger High School school-supply drive is underway; donations will support teachers and students.
• The future of the existing Chantilly school property is currently undetermined. Any future sale or transfer would require CMS to first declare the property surplus. Green-space use was mentioned as one possible option, but no decision has been made.

Arts Plus – Wes Smith

• Arts Plus is converting the former Plaza Presbyterian Church space into a community arts center.
• Construction is expected to take approximately 10–12 months.
• During construction, Arts Plus is offering programs at Watershed, including children's programs, adult music classes, art classes, choir, and Kids Night Out.
• Financial assistance is available for families who need help with program costs.

Transportation Improvements

• Phase 1: Crosswalk over Pecan Ave at Shenandoah - expected to start fall of 2026
• Phase 2: Signalization of 7th Street at Bascom Street/Cameron Avenue. Anticipated to start after Phase 1 is complete. The whole project is expected to be completed by March 2027. 
• Additional information can be found here.

Upcoming Neighborhood Events

• 10/9: 9:00am Chantilly Montessori Bike to School day - Wyanoke, Bascom and Bay will have minor traffic delays
• 10/18: 9:00am Hilly Chantilly 5K - Road closures from 8:45-10:45am
• 10/31: 4:00pm Halloween Parade & Food Truck - Shenandoah will be closed from Hanover to The Plaza
• 10/29: 5:30pm Thanksgiving Charitable Food Truck Event
• 11/14: 10:00am Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary Beautification 
• 12/5: 5:00pm Holiday Market & Luminary
• 12/12: 9:00am Neighborhood Beautification

Neighborhood Association

• Annual dues remain $25.
• Approximately 160 homes currently pay dues.
• The association reported approximately $37,000 in assets.
• Volunteers are needed for the Hilly Chantilly 5K, Home Tour, Egg Hunt, Gardening Committee, and neighborhood board.
• The Yard of the Quarter program has been reinstated, with a $50 gift card awarded to the winner. Nominations to VP@ichantilly.org.