Steven L. Johnson
@stevenljohnson.org
We keep each other safe
YIMBY Co-chair @livablecville.bsky.social 🏘️ 🚲🚶🏽🧑🏽🦽🌎
More at: https://stevenljohnson.org
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YIMBY Co-chair @livablecville.bsky.social 🏘️ 🚲🚶🏽🧑🏽🦽🌎
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Steven L. Johnson
@stevenljohnson.org
· Nov 15
👇🏽 this is just the start of the fireworks for today 👇🏽
The gaslighting is just wild. Youngkin is urging the BOV to, “take advantage of the most inclusive and successful Presidential search process in UVA’s history.”
🕵🏽♀️ Facts:
- Federal overreach
- Forced firings
- Hasty Appointments
- Votes of No Confidence
- Lawsuits
- Secret deals to appease Trump
🕵🏽♀️ Facts:
- Federal overreach
- Forced firings
- Hasty Appointments
- Votes of No Confidence
- Lawsuits
- Secret deals to appease Trump
I just finished up the commitments for my day job (an employer for whom I do not speak for or represent ), so I finally have the time to weight in a Question of the Day about UVa governance: how can we keep this kind of mess from happening ever again?
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Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
January 24, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)
Oooff
**Latest update on this weekend's winter storm and its impact on central Virginia ⬇️⬇️⬇️
January 23, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Oooff
Cville area peeps, here's your chance to be a snow clearing hero for your neighborhood
I got this snowblower thing with rotating blades like a tiller, needs 2cycle oil mixed with gas, I don’t have time to mess with it before the storm, anyone more engine saeve than me want to borrow it?
January 23, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Cville area peeps, here's your chance to be a snow clearing hero for your neighborhood
Uh, oh. That sounds like a lot of ice for many trees to bear
Quick update, graphics later:
1) For central VA: 8-12” snow & sleet, lower totals due to more sleet & compaction; 12”+ still expected in mountains.
2) Sadly, ice accumulation forecast now up a bit to 0.20-0.50”. This concerns me greatly.
More later after I go stock up on flu medicines.
1) For central VA: 8-12” snow & sleet, lower totals due to more sleet & compaction; 12”+ still expected in mountains.
2) Sadly, ice accumulation forecast now up a bit to 0.20-0.50”. This concerns me greatly.
More later after I go stock up on flu medicines.
January 23, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Uh, oh. That sounds like a lot of ice for many trees to bear
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
We are grateful for PACEM and the other organizations and individuals working to support people experiencing homelessness in our area as Charlottesville faces severe weather this week.
Today is a good day to make a financial contribution to PACEM if you’re able: pacemshelter.org/where-will-t...
Today is a good day to make a financial contribution to PACEM if you’re able: pacemshelter.org/where-will-t...
January 23, 2026 at 12:25 PM
We are grateful for PACEM and the other organizations and individuals working to support people experiencing homelessness in our area as Charlottesville faces severe weather this week.
Today is a good day to make a financial contribution to PACEM if you’re able: pacemshelter.org/where-will-t...
Today is a good day to make a financial contribution to PACEM if you’re able: pacemshelter.org/where-will-t...
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I'm trying a new "rule" lately - I have to take some action for the world I want (a call, a donation, help a neighbor) before I allow myself to settle in to scroll bad news.
I joined the Green Party and I got involved. And being in places where there are other people who want change - and doing stuff together.
That community will ground you and make you feel seen and saner.
That community will ground you and make you feel seen and saner.
January 22, 2026 at 8:50 PM
I'm trying a new "rule" lately - I have to take some action for the world I want (a call, a donation, help a neighbor) before I allow myself to settle in to scroll bad news.
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Ring is simply partnering with a company that similarly "does not work with ICE" but DOES work with local law enforcement agencies *known to conduct searches of its data on behalf of ICE*
January 23, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Ring is simply partnering with a company that similarly "does not work with ICE" but DOES work with local law enforcement agencies *known to conduct searches of its data on behalf of ICE*
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Here you go, friends: everything we can tell you about our weekend winter storm including expected accumulations. Keep in mind our forecast is still subject to change as new data comes in. Please see the write-up and graphics below!
January 22, 2026 at 11:15 PM
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Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
An excellent word of advice from @tressiemcphd.bsky.social on preventing exhaustion by being active in pressing for the world you want to see
January 22, 2026 at 10:31 PM
An excellent word of advice from @tressiemcphd.bsky.social on preventing exhaustion by being active in pressing for the world you want to see
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Misinformation and rumors cause panic — Share facts only! Try to get the SALUTE information so the sighting can be verified. Not “I saw ICE south of town” but “at about 10am, I saw 4 men in uniforms (couldn’t see what kind) in 2 unmarked black SUVs getting gas at the Exxon on Route 20”
January 22, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Misinformation and rumors cause panic — Share facts only! Try to get the SALUTE information so the sighting can be verified. Not “I saw ICE south of town” but “at about 10am, I saw 4 men in uniforms (couldn’t see what kind) in 2 unmarked black SUVs getting gas at the Exxon on Route 20”
Good morning from Cville! May your mind be as clear as the sun is bright
January 22, 2026 at 1:18 PM
Good morning from Cville! May your mind be as clear as the sun is bright
The Belonging in Charlottesville online conversation was great! Click through for a recording.
In addition to Dr. Chapple sharing lessons learned around the country, Sarah Malpass shared inspiring work of Fifeville Neighborhood Association to further anti-displacement efforts in Cville
In addition to Dr. Chapple sharing lessons learned around the country, Sarah Malpass shared inspiring work of Fifeville Neighborhood Association to further anti-displacement efforts in Cville
Here is the recording of our webinar “Belong in Charlottesville: Effective Strategies to Prevent Displacement” with Karen Chapple from the University of Toronto and Sarah Malpass from the Fifeville Neighborhood Association.
This is an excellent discussion!
youtu.be/C2PozBuyu9c?...
This is an excellent discussion!
youtu.be/C2PozBuyu9c?...
Belonging In Charlottesville: Effective Strategies to Prevent Displacement
YouTube video by Livable Cville
youtu.be
January 22, 2026 at 11:29 AM
The Belonging in Charlottesville online conversation was great! Click through for a recording.
In addition to Dr. Chapple sharing lessons learned around the country, Sarah Malpass shared inspiring work of Fifeville Neighborhood Association to further anti-displacement efforts in Cville
In addition to Dr. Chapple sharing lessons learned around the country, Sarah Malpass shared inspiring work of Fifeville Neighborhood Association to further anti-displacement efforts in Cville
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
Two thoughts regarding the weekend before I sign off for the night. One, given current trends highest snowfall totals would be north of C'ville. Two, there are increasing signs this storm will feature sleet and/or freezing rain, especially south of C'ville. Lower snow totals would result.
G'night.
G'night.
January 22, 2026 at 3:41 AM
Two thoughts regarding the weekend before I sign off for the night. One, given current trends highest snowfall totals would be north of C'ville. Two, there are increasing signs this storm will feature sleet and/or freezing rain, especially south of C'ville. Lower snow totals would result.
G'night.
G'night.
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
This was really good. If you couldn’t make it, I hope you’ll listen to the recording when you’re stuck at home during the snow storm. We will post it tomorrow on @livablecville.bsky.social’s YouTube channel.
We are very excited to announce our next webinar!
On Wednesday, January 21 from 6:30-7:30pm, Dr. Karen Chapple from the University of Toronto will be speaking to us on “Belonging in Charlottesville: Effective Strategies to Prevent Displacement.”
Register here: events.humanitix.com/belonging-in...
On Wednesday, January 21 from 6:30-7:30pm, Dr. Karen Chapple from the University of Toronto will be speaking to us on “Belonging in Charlottesville: Effective Strategies to Prevent Displacement.”
Register here: events.humanitix.com/belonging-in...
January 22, 2026 at 1:05 AM
This was really good. If you couldn’t make it, I hope you’ll listen to the recording when you’re stuck at home during the snow storm. We will post it tomorrow on @livablecville.bsky.social’s YouTube channel.
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
Good reminder that your truly good friends do not always bring the best news (see point 2 below)
Current weekend thoughts:
1) Confident in at least 6-12+", forecast could trend higher.
2) Hints of system ending later Sunday as freezing rain/sleet (ice). Sub-freezing temps + windy Monday = power outage potential GREATLY increased.
3) Frigid temps to follow --> very little melting.
More later.
1) Confident in at least 6-12+", forecast could trend higher.
2) Hints of system ending later Sunday as freezing rain/sleet (ice). Sub-freezing temps + windy Monday = power outage potential GREATLY increased.
3) Frigid temps to follow --> very little melting.
More later.
January 21, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Good reminder that your truly good friends do not always bring the best news (see point 2 below)
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
Crozetians! (And really all Albemarle/cville neighbors). We'll be hosting another Livable meetup at Bar Botanical next week, assuming the snows haven't completely shut central virginia down. Come chat about affordability & transit, make grand plans, connect with neighbors - a guaranteed good time.
January 21, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Crozetians! (And really all Albemarle/cville neighbors). We'll be hosting another Livable meetup at Bar Botanical next week, assuming the snows haven't completely shut central virginia down. Come chat about affordability & transit, make grand plans, connect with neighbors - a guaranteed good time.
Cavalier Daily adds more to the story with details on political donations of newly appointed UVA BOV members
January 21, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Cavalier Daily adds more to the story with details on political donations of newly appointed UVA BOV members
Odd to think that cars feel emotions. And, I'm far more concerned about effects on people than on cars
January 21, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Odd to think that cars feel emotions. And, I'm far more concerned about effects on people than on cars
Solid advice as we face decades of climate change disruption and related instability ahead: "We must actively take on the world as it is, not wait around for a world we wish to be."
Entire thread has clarity for this moment & need to guard against complacency—highly relevant to US politics, too
Entire thread has clarity for this moment & need to guard against complacency—highly relevant to US politics, too
🇨🇦PM Carney just schooled our cowardly European leaders at #Davos. This speech was clearly aimed at them:
"We must actively take on the world as it is, not wait around for a world we wish to be."
"What does it mean for middle powers to live the truth? First it means naming reality..." (🧵1/6)
"We must actively take on the world as it is, not wait around for a world we wish to be."
"What does it mean for middle powers to live the truth? First it means naming reality..." (🧵1/6)
January 21, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Solid advice as we face decades of climate change disruption and related instability ahead: "We must actively take on the world as it is, not wait around for a world we wish to be."
Entire thread has clarity for this moment & need to guard against complacency—highly relevant to US politics, too
Entire thread has clarity for this moment & need to guard against complacency—highly relevant to US politics, too
Reposted by Steven L. Johnson
“We know what solves homelessness and that’s housing," said Ocean Aiello with The Haven. “And the need is great and continuing to increase as we see rents continue to grow more expensive and wages that just don’t keep up with it.”
www.cbs19news.com/news/city-re...
www.cbs19news.com/news/city-re...
City responds to concerns over homeless encampment
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — The City of Charlottesville is responding to growing concerns about a homeless encampment near Free Bridge along the Rivanna River, as leaders and advocates work
www.cbs19news.com
January 21, 2026 at 11:17 AM
“We know what solves homelessness and that’s housing," said Ocean Aiello with The Haven. “And the need is great and continuing to increase as we see rents continue to grow more expensive and wages that just don’t keep up with it.”
www.cbs19news.com/news/city-re...
www.cbs19news.com/news/city-re...
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New data since last post but thinking is the same. In short:
1) I see potential for at least 6" of snow in central VA from Saturday afternoon into Sunday.
2) I see the potential for some to get double-digit totals.
3) Highs: teens/20s, lows: singles/teens mean slippery, dangerous travel expected.
1) I see potential for at least 6" of snow in central VA from Saturday afternoon into Sunday.
2) I see the potential for some to get double-digit totals.
3) Highs: teens/20s, lows: singles/teens mean slippery, dangerous travel expected.
January 21, 2026 at 10:05 AM
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It's <checks calendar>, the year 2026, and somehow after like 4 decades of active development, Excel *still* can't open two files with the same name
January 20, 2026 at 11:18 PM
It's <checks calendar>, the year 2026, and somehow after like 4 decades of active development, Excel *still* can't open two files with the same name
UVa has published brief biographies of all newly appointed Board of Visitor members. Also in this article is news that: "The board will elect two members to the positions of rector and vice rector in a special meeting to be scheduled in the coming days."
Gov. Spanberger appoints 10 members to the UVA Board of Visitors
The appointees, announced Saturday, bring the Board of Visitors to a full complement of 17 members.
news.virginia.edu
January 20, 2026 at 10:36 PM
UVa has published brief biographies of all newly appointed Board of Visitor members. Also in this article is news that: "The board will elect two members to the positions of rector and vice rector in a special meeting to be scheduled in the coming days."
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A constituent forward me a letter from their landlord. It said they expected they’d have to raise rents if democratic housing bills passed. Specifically they referenced my HB 281 which allows a tenant to use the defense of warranty of habitability for nonpayment of rent
January 20, 2026 at 10:07 PM
A constituent forward me a letter from their landlord. It said they expected they’d have to raise rents if democratic housing bills passed. Specifically they referenced my HB 281 which allows a tenant to use the defense of warranty of habitability for nonpayment of rent