Delgate Tim Hugo | Serving Virginia's 40th District

Upcoming Sales Tax Holiday on Back-to-School Items

Tim Hugo — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:16:05 +0000

I would like to remind you of the upcoming sales tax holiday, which is August 6th through 8th. During this holiday certain school supplies, clothing, and footwear will be exempt from the Virginia sales tax.

In 2006, I co-patroned the bill that eliminates the sales tax on certain school related items for one weekend each year. As a father of four, I know how expensive “Back-to-School” shopping can be.

All school supplies selling for $20 or less per item, and articles of clothing, including footwear, selling for $100 or less per item, will be exempt from sales tax.

To view a full list of the items that are included in the sales tax holiday click here.

Centreville Ranked One of the Best Places to Live

Tim Hugo — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:56:55 +0000

CNN Money magazine has ranked Centreville, VA the 30th best city to live in, in the United States. This ranking makes Centreville the best place to live in, in the entire state of Virginia. This should come as no surprise to anyone familiar with this great city and community. I am proud to represent Centreville, and all the people who make it such a great place to live! Please follow this link to read more.

School Board Votes to Close Clifton Elementary

Tim Hugo — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:06:34 +0000

Clifton, VA (July 9, 2010) Last night the School Board passed a vote to shut down Clifton Elementary School. This is a major setback for the hundreds of community residents who dedicated so much of their time and effort to saving Clifton Elementary.

“With her vote, School Board Member, Liz Bradsher threw the children of Clifton and Fairfax County under the bus,” stated Delegate Tim Hugo. “I am extremely disappointed by this decision, however, I would like to thank all members of the community for their hard work and dedication in the fight to save Clifton Elementary.”

The debate lasted over two hours. Hundreds of residents were in attendance for the final vote, to show their support for saving Clifton Elementary.

Del. Hugo and Volunteers Participate in Flag Day

Tim Hugo — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:02:37 +0000

Clifton, VA (July 1, 2010) Yesterday, Delegate Hugo and more than 35 volunteers embarked on their 8th annual “Flag Day.” This annual event celebrates the 4th of July holiday weekend and has grown from a mere 1,000 homes at its inception to more than 13,000 this year.

“Flag Day” happens every year on the week before the 4th of July weekend. American Flags are dispensed in all parts of the district and placed by the mailbox to give the neighborhoods a festive appearance and to celebrate our nation’s independence.

“Flag Day is a highlight of my summer,” said Delegate Hugo, “It is an opportunity to get out into the District and celebrate the 4th! I look forward to continued expansion of the event in the years to come and thank everyone who participated.”

Del. Hugo Commends Mountain View High School

Tim Hugo — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:00:15 +0000

Clifton, VA (June 30, 2010) Del. Hugo recently attended the 2010 graduation of Mountain View High School. Serving as an honorary speaker, he presented Mountain View with a resolution that he had passed in the 2010 General Assembly.

This resolution commended Mountain View for its many accomplishments, and its outstanding alternative education. In 2009 Mountain View was ranked ninth out of 318 high schools in Virginia that met all the Standards of Learning scores of 100 percent.

Del. Hugo also presented Alec Hardy with his 2010 Mountain View High School Scholarship. This scholarship was made possible by Del. Hugo and his wife Paula’s own finances. Mr. Hardy went from having a 0.00 GPA to being accepted into Radford University. Quite an impressive feat for such a young man.

“I want to commend Mountain View for the great education it provides, and more particularly Alec Hardy for his outstanding achievement” stated Del. Hugo. “I am a firm believer in second chances, and am happy to see the students of this school succeed”

Save Clifton Elementary School!

Tim Hugo — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:22:11 +0000

Dear Friends,

Please come to the Rally to Save Clifton Elementary School tonight at 7pm at Ayres Square in the Town of Clifton. There will be plenty of food and games for the entire family. There will also be many important speakers, including myself, discussing why Clifton Elementary needs to stay open!

Also please visit www.savecliftonelementary.org and sign up to speak during the public hearing taking place on June 28 at Luther Jackson Middle School from 6-11pm. It is very important that every citizen makes their voice heard before the final vote takes place on July 8.

Hope to see everyone tonight!

Proposed Day Labor Site in Centreville

Tim Hugo — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:20:50 +0000

Dear Friends,

I hope to see you all at Centre Ridge Elementary School at 7:00pm tonight, to discuss a very important issue that will greatly impact our community. I would also like to bring to your attention an article in the Washington Post concerning this issue, http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/05/31/ AR2010053102810.html

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

THERE WILL BE A PUBLIC MEETING ON JUNE 1, 2010 7:00 PM AT CENTRE RIDGE ELEMENTARY, 14400 NEW BRADDOCK ROAD, CENTREVILLE, VA 20121,

TO DISCUSS A PROPOSAL BY THE CENTREVILLE SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER TO LOCATE A TRAILER IN THE BACK PART OF THE CENTER AS A GATHERING SPOT

FOR THE DAY LABORERS PRESENTLY GATHERING ALONG THE PUBLIC ROADS AND NEAR THE LIBRARY.

THIS MEETING WILL BE HOSTED BY SULLY DISTRICT SUPERVISOR MICHAEL FREY TO OBTAIN PUBLIC INPUT ON THE PROPOSAL. REPRESENTATIVES OF THE TWO SHOPPING CENTERS, ALONG WITH FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE AND OFFICIALS WILL ALSO BE PRESENT. THE COMMUNITY IS WELCOME TO ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 703-814-7100.

Oil Change for the Troops

Tim Hugo — Fri, 21 May 2010 17:16:45 +0000

Mark your calendars for a great cause. Cardinal Plaza Shell in Springfield will be holding a Memorial Day Oil-Change-A-Thon that benefits the Fisher House Foundation. Please stop and support the troops by simply changing your oil.

When: Saturday May 29th Where: Cardinal Plaza Shell- 8334 Old Keene Mill Road Springfield, VA 22152

Clifton Wine Festival

Tim Hugo — Thu, 20 May 2010 19:15:20 +0000

Title: Clifton Wine Festival
Location: Clifton Historic District
Link out: Click here
Start Time: 11:00 am
Date: 2010-05-29
End Time: 6:00 pm

Delegate Hugo Elected to House Republican Caucus Leadership

Tim Hugo — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:21:09 +0000

Richmond, VA (April 21, 2010): Today, the Virginia House Republican Caucus voted unanimously to elect Delegate Timothy D. Hugo (R- Fairfax) to serve as the Republican Caucus Chairman. The position, previously held by former Delegate Sam Nixon, was left vacant when Nixon resigned to become Chief Information Officer of the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA).

“As a recognized leader within the Caucus, Tim understands the duties required of this position and has the right temperament and experiences to be very successful in his important new capacity,” stated Speaker William J. Howell. “During these tough economic times and need to reform state government to make it smarter and simpler, it is imperative that we have an energetic, dedicated and knowledgeable member like Tim joining our leadership team. Like so many, I am looking forward to working with him and our Majority Caucus will be better off because of his leadership.”

The position of Caucus Chairman is one of four leadership roles within the House Republican Caucus. Others serving in leadership positions include Speaker William Howell, Majority Leader Morgan Griffith, and Majority Whip Kirk Cox.

“I humbly accept the responsibility that has been entrusted to me today,” Delegate Hugo said in accepting the position. “Since being elected, I have watched the Republican Caucus expand on its majority under our current leadership. I am thrilled to broaden my responsibilities within the caucus and relish the opportunity to serve the citizens of Virginia.”

Delegate Hugo was first elected to the House of Delegates in a special election in December 2002, filling a vacancy left by former Delegate Jay O’Brien. Delegate Hugo garnered over 67% of the vote in his first election. Now serving in his eighth year as a member, Delegate Hugo is a member of the Commerce and Labor, Finance, Transportation, and Privileges and Elections Committees. He represents parts of Fairfax, Centreville, Clifton, and Fairfax Station