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James N. "Jimmy" Bierman

DEMOCRAT

James N. "Jimmy" Bierman is running for Fairfax County Supervisor, Dranesville District.

Personal background

Jimmy is from McLean. He has a Bachelor's degree in History and Political Science from Williams College. He has a Juris Doctor from Stanford University. He lives with his wife and son in McLean

Professional background

Jimmy is a lawyer. He previously worked the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as an attorney advisor, at the Law Office of James N. Bierman, Jr., at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP, at Williams & Connolly LLP, and for the Honorable Judge Beverly B. Martin as a law clerk.

Political background

James N. "Jimmy" Bierman's campaign for county supervisor is his first entry into politics.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Wants to increase the use of public transportation and expand public transit options in and around the district's three Metro stations.

Plans to help reduce speeding in residential neighborhoods and improve roadways and intersections.

Said, "we need to find ways to improve our public transportation system so that more Fairfax County residents can get around without the use of single occupancy vehicles."

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Housing & Urban Development

Wants more access and investment into affordable housing.

Supports requesting more affordable housing contributions from developers.

Said, "especially during times such as COVID-19, some families went through hard times to stay housed. I do support the government programs that directly help constituents through utility assistance and foreclosure prevention."

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Public Services

Supports more mental healthcare and substance use disorder treatment.

Wants to increase solar panel usage in county buildings and to request solar power as a part of private new development plans.

Advocates for planting more trees in parks and green spaces.

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Public Safety

Supports mental health professionals responding to 911 calls involving mental health issues along with the police.

Plans to implement firearm-safety measures.

Wants to ensure the district remains the safest jurisdiction of its size in the country.

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Taxes & Budget

Supports more funding for schools, libraries, mental health services, roads and parks.

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