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Andres Jimenez

@andresforva.bsky.social

Environmental advocate, husband and proud dad. Supervisor Mason District, Fairfax County, VA

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What a great day at the Annandale Parade! πŸŽ‰

So much community energy and support. Thank you to all the volunteers, organizers, and participants!

25.10.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mason Restaurant Week returns for second year with more deals | FFXnow Though the weather is getting colder, Fairfax County's Mason District hopes to get residents out to their favorite local eateries with the return of its nascent restaurant week campaign. The second an...

Restaurant week in Mason District is in full swing!

β€œThe growth in participation this year shows how much pride and energy exists in our community,” Jimenez said in a statement to FFXnow.

www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/21/m...

22.10.2025 22:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to have joined the @iclforearth.bsky.social last week for the launch of β€œTools to Save Our Home Planet” β€” a new guidebook from Patagonia that highlights how collaboration and community can drive environmental change! πŸŒ³πŸ“šπŸŒŽ

22.10.2025 22:06 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It’s restaurant week in Mason District! And this year’s theme is β€œEat Around the World.” 🍽️πŸ₯£πŸ₯’🌎

Join the week-long celebration for your chance to explore the incredible flavors of our community & support local businesses!

#RestaurantWeek #MasonDistrict #SupportSmallBusiness

20.10.2025 12:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Grateful to the Fairfax NAACP for hosting an incredible 2025 Freedom Fund Gala last night. It was an inspiring evening celebrating progress, perseverance, and the power of community leadership. Proud to stand alongside so many who continue to push our county forward.
#FreedomFundGala #FairfaxNAACP

19.10.2025 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to speak at Fairfax County’s 3rd Annual Climate Action Conference today! 🌎

Grateful to connect with leaders and community members driving climate solutions.

#ClimateAction #FairfaxCounty #Sustainability

18.10.2025 16:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Local government resources available for federal workers in Northern Virginia On Tuesday, 7News reached out to local governments in Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Arlington County and the City of Alexandria to lear

As Fairfax County continues to feel the effects of the federal shutdown, I’m working to ensure our federal workers and families have the support they need.

Find local and state resources for assistance here ⬇️
β€¨πŸ”— wjla.com/news/local/r...
#FairfaxCounty #FederalWorkers

15.10.2025 00:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was an honor to join the Fairfax Democrats Diversity Committee tonight to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

This evening was a wonderful reminder of the strength, culture, and contributions of the Latino community here in Fairfax County.

#HispanicHeritageMonth

11.10.2025 00:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Shutdown impacts add uncertainty to Fairfax leaders’ priorities for Congress | FFXnow Like everyone else, Fairfax County leaders remain in wait-and-see mode to determine the short-term and potential long-term implications of the federal government's ongoing shutdown. "It really depends...

Chaired my first Legislative Committee meeting yesterday, we discussed the government shutdown and its impact on Fairfax County families & services.

We’ll keep working closely with our congressional partners to advocate for stability and real solutions.

www.ffxnow.com/2025/10/08/s...

08.10.2025 23:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Had an amazing time this past weekend at the KORUS Festival, what a beautiful celebration of Korean-American culture, food, music, and community. πŸ‡°πŸ‡·πŸŽΆ

Thanks to the organizers, volunteers, and everyone who made it possible. I’m honored to be part of it.

#KORUSFestival2025

08.10.2025 21:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fairfax County extends car tax payment deadline as government shutdown continues The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday to extend the deadline for residents to pay personal property taxes, which includes the annual car tax,

πŸ“£Fairfax County has extended the car tax payment deadline to November 5, 2025.

We voted to give residents, especially federal workers impacted by the ongoing government shutdown, extra time to make their personal property tax payments.

wjla.com/news/local/f...

08.10.2025 21:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

β€œAs chair of the Workforce Readiness Task Force, I’m bringing together leaders from labor, education, the Fairfax County EAD, the Department of Economic Initiatives, and regional and local businesses to prepare our workforce for the future”

30.09.2025 21:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Report finds D.C. region shedding jobs ahead of possible federal government shutdown | FFXnow A report released last week confirmed the fears of Fairfax County's leaders: that the D.C. region and Northern Virginia in particular are bearing the brunt of the economic fallout of ongoing worker an...

We must continue to protect, and fight for, our federal employees against the extreme threat this administration poses.

www.ffxnow.com/2025/09/30/r...

30.09.2025 21:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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DC area’s Hispanic leaders reflect on growing community, β€˜having a target on their back’ - WTOP News While the D.C. region’s Hispanic population has grown significantly in recent years, the number of elected leaders representing the area hasn’t quite caught up.

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29.09.2025 22:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to be featured in @WTOP spotlight on Hispanic leadership in the DMV: β€œWe’ve seen just a wealth of folks stepping up and saying, β€˜We need to be the leaders that our community deserves.’”

#HispanicHeritageMonth

29.09.2025 22:10 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Had a great time at Taste of Annandale today!

This event is such a wonderful celebration of our community, bringing neighbors together to enjoy food, music, and culture from across the globe. Grateful to everyone who makes this tradition possible year after year!

20.09.2025 21:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to be at the Northern Virginia Chamberβ€˜s reception with Virginia’s next Governor @abigailspanberger.com!

Early voting starts tomorrow, please be sure to make a plan and support her, @senatorhashmi.bsky.social, and @jonesjay.bsky.social with your vote!

18.09.2025 22:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to be appointed Chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors’ Legislative Committee. I look forward to working with colleagues, our state delegation, and community partners to deliver results for Fairfax families.

17.09.2025 00:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

There’s absolutely no place for political violence in our society. I’m praying for Charlie Kirk’s loved ones and family during this time.

10.09.2025 21:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to VA-11 Congressman-elect, James Walkinshaw! The best person for this job, at this most critical time in Congress. Looking forward to the work we will continue to do together for Northern Virginia!

@jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social

10.09.2025 01:07 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This September, we observe National Suicide Prevention Month. πŸ’œπŸ’™

Mental health is health, and no one should face their struggles alone. As a community, let’s continue building support systems, showing compassion, and making sure resources are accessible to everyone.

03.09.2025 23:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ—³οΈ Early voting is underway for the special election in VA’s 11th Congressional District. Proud to support my friend James Walkinshaw in this important race.

Don’t need to wait until Election Day, vote early! @fairfaxdemocrats.bsky.social

02.09.2025 15:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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01.09.2025 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Proud to join labor leaders and neighbors at the annual NOVA Labor picnic. I’ll always stand with working families and the unions that keep Northern Virginia strong.

01.09.2025 16:16 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to join education leaders at the Hunt State Policy Fellows convening in Williamsburg to discuss higher ed & workforce development across Virginiaβ€”and how we can build a stronger future for our students & communities.
#VAHSPF @canekforcouncil.bsky.social

18.08.2025 16:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy First Day of School Fairfax County and Mason District!

18.08.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Mason District students are back to school tomorrow! 🚸 Thank you to our principals, teachers, and staff for all you do. Let’s keep kids safe by slowing down in school zones, watching for walkers & bikers, and supporting strong schools for every child. #BackToSchool #SafeRoutes

17.08.2025 23:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Had a great time at the Dog Days of Summer BBQ with friends and neighbors at Mason District Park!

Grateful to join our community with great leaders like @jameswalkinshaw.bsky.social, @salimvasenate.bsky.social, and Vivian Watts in supporting Chris Falcon!

16.08.2025 19:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Honored to be selected as a Virginia Hunt State Policy Fellow as part of the inaugural cohort! I’m excited to join a talented group of local leaders committed to advancing equity, education, and opportunity across the Commonwealth.

#VAHSPF #FairfaxCounty #HuntInstitute

11.08.2025 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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