Welcome to FIVE FOR FRIDAY: A weekly roundup of Public Policy Issues and Headlines. In this Issue: 1. NAR Urges Mortgage Insurance Premium Reduction and Ending Life of Loan Requirement 2. Metro says Silver Line to Dulles could be ready by Thanksgiving if cars return to service; AND D.C. Metro makes case for federal funding 3. As housing prices soar, a wealthy county rethinks the idea of suburbia; AND Missing Middle debate continues amid dueling rallies at County Board meeting 4. 5 Things To Know About New Running Bamboo Ordinance, Effective Jan. 1 5. Amid climate change pressures, Virginia reexamines septic regulations

1. Tolled I-66 ‘Express Lanes’ to open on expressed timeline 2. Simulated service for Silver Line Phase Two to begin next month but opening date uncertain 3. Business Coalition urges NOVA Transportation Authority to approve entire TransAction Plan 4. FAQ: NFIP Expires September 30, 2022 5. Draft Reston Comprehensive Plan outlines future of development, but some questions remain

1. Hogan’s plan for Beltway and I-270 toll lanes wins key federal approval 2. Plan Now for Fall Metrorail Closures Affecting Alexandria and Surrounding Area 3. Elected leaders press housing, transit, education at regional forum 4. City’s Federal Rating Secures Flood Insurance Policy Discount for Residents 5. City of Alexandria to Host Energy and Climate Action Plan Community Workshop