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Fairfax City News and Events - September 23, 2021 |
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Reduce Your Energy Costs
Income- and age-qualifying residents can take advantage of free weatherization services from LEAP. Eligible applicants for free services must meet ONE of the following criteria:
- Household income is less than $82,300
- Households with a resident 60 years of age or older: income is less than $154,800
LEAP will provide a full home energy audit, including a blower door test and infrared scans to identify potential energy leaks in your home. A technician will install free energy-saving products such as LED lightbulbs and water heater pipe insulation, while identifying other energy-saving opportunities.
Call 434-227-4666 or email info@leap-va.org to get started.
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City Council Retreat, Sept. 18
City Council attended a retreat at Historic Blenheim on Sept. 18. Topics discussed included the Willard-Sherman Health and Community Center, American Rescue Plan Act, proposed stormwater utility, and FY21 and FY22 budgets.
View presentations.
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Take the Village Survey (55+)
Fairfax City is establishing a “village” to assist older residents aging at home. First developed in Boston 20 years ago, the village model relies on a network of volunteers to help older adults age in place by providing at-home support and connecting members to health and social services while keeping people connected to their communities. AARP found that village members experience reduced isolation, increased independence, and enhanced purpose of life.
Fairfax Village in the City will build personal connections between neighbors, share useful information, and facilitate access to area resources.
Residents aged 55 and older are encouraged to take the community survey to help determine what services the new village should provide.
Take the survey.
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Rock the Block with George Mason University, Sept. 24
 On Sept. 24, Rock the Block with Sudden M Pac and George Mason University. The event begins at 5:45 p.m. and will feature special Mason activities, including the annual Challenge Cup Cornhole game between city leadership and student government. Hear remarks by Mayor David Meyer and Mason’s president and student body president. Wear your Patriots gear, Mason alums!
Old Lee Highway Open House, Sept. 30
Fairfax City transportation staff will share the revised, recommended preliminary plan for the Old Lee Highway multimodal improvements project during an open house from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 30 at the Sherwood Center, located at 3740 Old Lee Highway in Fairfax.
Three major changes were made to the plan based on community feedback and direction from City Council:
- No roundabout at Country Hill Drive
- Left turns added
- No impacts to St. Leo's Catholic Church
Learn more.
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Watch this Week's Fairfax City Minute
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Watch the Fairfax City Minute to find out what's happening around town. This short video highlights events and activities you may enjoy.
Watch the Minute.
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Highlights from National Dance Day (Video)
Fall Festival Returns Oct. 9! (Video)
Crime and Arrest Reports
Arbor Day Event at Van Dyck Park, Oct. 23
Celebrate Fairfax City’s 34th year of participation in the Arbor Day Foundation's Tree City USA Program from 9 to 11 a.m. Oct. 23 at Van Dyck Park. We will be planting trees, providing educational materials, giving away a limited number of free tree saplings to plant at home, and demonstrating the proper tree planting techniques.
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