RA Board Seeks Candidates For 2026 Board of Directors Election

Press Release: Reston Association

RESTON, VA - Reston was founded on a bold vision: to create a community where people could live, work, and play in harmony with nature and one another. Today, that vision continues to thrive, thanks in part to the leadership of the Reston Association Board of Directors. If you're passionate about Reston's future and want to help shape the policies and priorities that guide our community, now is your opportunity. Reston Association is calling for candidates to run in the 2026 Board of Directors election.

The RA Elections Committee is seeking candidates to fill a total of four seats on the RA Board of Directors.

• At-Large Director (3-year term): This position is open to any current RA member in goodstanding.
• Hunters Woods/Dogwood District Director (3-year term): This position is open to current RA members in good standing who reside within the Hunters Woods/Dogwood District
• Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District Director (2-year term): This position is open to current RA members in good standing who reside within the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District.
• Apartment Owners’ Representative (3-year term): This position is chosen by Category B Members (Apartment Owners) to serve as their Designated Director.

“The Reston Association Board plays a vital role in guiding the direction of our community,” said Richard Chew, Chair of Reston Association’s Election Committee. “Board members are stewards of Reston’s values and advocates for initiatives that protect property values, preserve our neighborhoods, and enhance the quality of life for all members.”

The Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that the overall organizational goals of Reston Association are met. Board members set policy in areas such as finance and budget, personnel and compensation, and strategic planning.

Candidacy forms are available at Reston Association headquarters (12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191) and online at www.reston.org/election. An Election Information Session will be held on January 13, 2026 (time TBA) at RA Headquarters for those interested in learning more about the process.

Completed candidacy forms must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on January 23, 2026, either via email to electionscommittee@reston.org or in person at RA headquarters. Forms received after the deadline will not be considered.

Voting in the annual Reston Association Board of Directors election begins at 5 p.m. on February 27, 2026, and runs through March 31, 2026. The new Board will be seated following the RA Annual Meeting in April.

Questions may be directed to electionscommittee@reston.org.