Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center Groundbreaking Ceremony (tap to watch video)
From left, Fairfax City Councilmembers Anthony Amos, Tom Peterson, and Rachel McQuillen, Mayor Catherine Read, and Councilmembers Billy Bates and Stacy Hall.
On Sept. 30, officials from Fairfax City and Fairfax County marked the start of construction on the new Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center with a groundbreaking ceremony. The joint project includes construction of a new LEED Gold-certified, 100,000-square-foot facility with all-electric building systems and equipment.
The new facility will include a public health center, childcare services, gymnasium, indoor track, fitness center, senior center, and multiuse classrooms. The center is being built on the site of the former Joseph Willard Health Center at 3750 Blenheim Blvd, Fairfax.
Slow Down for the Blenheim Boulevard Work Zone
If you’re traveling on Blenheim Boulevard, please give yourself a little extra time and use extra care through the work zone. New 25-mph speed limit signs were posted along Blenheim Boulevard on Aug. 14.
The lower speed is intended to help keep everyone in the work zone safe. Drivers should expect changing traffic patterns, workers near the roadway, and conditions that may look different from one day to the next. When the project is complete, Blenheim Boulevard will return to the previous 30-mph speed limit.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Fiesta Fairfax, Oct. 3
Attend Fiesta Fairfax from 2-7:30 p.m. Oct. 3 at Old Town Square. Enjoy cultural performances, music, food vendors, and educational exhibits highlighting the contributions and experiences of the Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx community.
The stage at Old Town Square will host folklore dance performances from various countries and live music to practice your dance moves!
Latin food vendors from around the DMV area will be available to share the vibrant flavors from across Latin America. Artisans will be selling their creations, and area nonprofit organizations will be on-site to share information about services and opportunities to work with our growing Latino community.
View the entertainment schedule.
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Help Clean Accotink Creek, Earn Stormwater Credits
Join the Friends of Accotink Creek for the International Coastal Cleanup in Fairfax City!
Volunteers will help remove litter from Accotink Creek at Pickett Road from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3.
City residents who participate in this event may earn stormwater utility credits.
Find out how to participate.
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Temporary Road Closures Oct. 7-Nov. 20
As part of ongoing improvements to the Fairfax-Warwick-McLean-Farr intersection, temporary closures of McLean Avenue and Warwick Avenue will be in effect Oct. 7-Nov. 20. Construction schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change.
Affected Roadways
- McLean Avenue (Northbound from Fairfax Blvd; approx. 100 feet)
- Warwick Avenue (Northbound approach connecting to the intersection)
Local Access
- Access for local residents and businesses within the immediate work zone will be maintained whenever safely possible, though minor delays should be expected.
Detour Routes
- Clear detour signage will be posted to guide motorists safely around the construction zone. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time and use alternate routes during peak hours.
The city is reconfiguring the intersection and implementing a new traffic pattern. The goal is to enhance traffic flow and safety for both motorists and pedestrians. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete these important improvements.
For questions, please contact the City of Fairfax Public Works Department at 703-385-7810.
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Fairfax City Celebrates 50 Years of Fall Festival Fun, Oct. 10
As fall settles in, anticipation builds across Fairfax for a golden community milestone: the 50th annual City of Fairfax Fall Festival.
The event will fill the streets of Old Town Fairfax with artisanal crafts, live music, international food, family games, and fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10.
Admission is free, although some activities, such as children’s rides, require a fee. Read the full news story.
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Personal Property Tax Payments Due Oct. 5
 Personal property and vehicle registration fee payments are due by Monday, Oct. 5. Late payments will incur a 10% penalty, plus interest.
Payment options:
Confirm tax payments online. To request a copy of your bill, call 703-385-7900 (then press 1). To make changes to your bill, call 703-385-7885.
Please Use Our Free Nut Collection Bags
Our acorn and nut collection drive ends in less than 10 days! As you're preparing your donations, please use the free bags available at our Acorn Station near the composting center.
Donated nuts not placed in breathable bags result in a very wet and soggy situation, making it harder to keep other bags in the bin dry and mold-free. We appreciate your donations, but we need your help to keep the bins organized.
Thank you for helping us collect seed donations for the Virginia Department of Forestry. We have collected more than 300 lbs already! Learn how to donate your acorns, walnuts, and chestnuts on our website.
Katherine Johnson Middle School Career Day, Nov. 11
Share Your Career With KJMS Students!
Katherine Johnson Middle School is looking for community members to participate in Career Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The event runs 8:15-10:40 a.m.
Presenters will talk with students about their careers, what a typical day looks like, the skills and education needed, and how what students are learning today connects to future careers.
Please register by Friday, Oct. 23.
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Council Reporter for the Sept. 22 Meeting
 Pictured from left to right: Mayor Catherine Read and City Councilmembers Anthony Amos, Billy Bates, Stacy Hall, Stacey Hardy-Chandler, Rachel McQuillen, and Thomas Peterson.
The city council met on Sept. 22. View the full Council Reporter with linked videos of the discussions.
A city council work session is scheduled for 4 p.m. Oct. 6. View the agenda (subject to change). Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday nights in City Hall. Watch meetings live on Channel 12 (COX/Verizon) and online, or catch a replay at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Visit the city meetings website.
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