>> McKay: Fairfax County employees, volunteers and
engaged residents work together to make Fairfax County what it
is today - a dynamic, inclusive and well-educated community
that attracts families and businesses from all over the
globe. Here are some examples of what we do in local
government to help our communities thrive. Narration:
>> Police Officers, Fire & Rescue Personnel, Sheriff’s
Deputies, 911 Dispatchers, and Emergency Management Staff work
to keep Fairfax County residents safe, informed and
prepared. As a result, Fairfax County is one the safest
jurisdictions of its size in the nation.
Local government is highly involved in the land
development process. Fairfax County’s Comprehensive Plan
presents a vision for the future of Fairfax County.
The Plan serves as a guide for decision making for the
County’s built and natural environment. The Zoning
Ordinance implements the vision of the Comprehensive Plan.
The Ordinance is the law and governs how property can be
used in various geographic zones.
To ensure places are safe for occupants, Fairfax County
issues permits, completes inspections, and investigates
code violations. Land Development Staff issue permits
to residents and businesses, and can answer any questions
about the land use process.
Fairfax County’s Department of Public Works and Environmental
Services is responsible for County facilities, stormwater
management, wastewater treatment, recycling and trash,
and urban forest management.
While the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
builds, maintains and plows most roads in Fairfax County,
local government provides the Fairfax Connector bus system,
Fastran, many bike path and pedestrian improvements,
and traffic calming measures. Local government works with
regional, state and federal agencies, as well as partners
in the private sector, to plan for the future and find
multimodal solutions for all commuters in Fairfax County.
The Health and Human Services System is a network of county
agencies and community partners that support the well-being of
all who live, work and play in Fairfax County. Our programs
and services create opportunities for individuals
and families to be safe, healthy, and realize their full
potential. The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board
(CSB) provides services for people who have mental illness,
substance use disorders and developmental disabilities.
The CSB is located at the Merrifield Center and other
locations throughout the County. Award
winning parks, RECenters, athletic facilities and trails
are also supported by Fairfax County Government. Residents
have access to affordable choices for fitness, healthy
living, and just plain fun.
Fairfax County Public Libraries provide access to books,
computers, movies, meeting spaces and educational
resources in a variety of formats. Our public libraries
host numerous events and classes for residents of all
ages. With 23 branches all across the County, there’s
bound to be one near you!
Of all the services Fairfax County provides, funding public
education is the biggest piece of the pie. Well over half of
Fairfax County’s General Fund Budget goes directly to Schools
every year. Under the Constitution of Virginia,
The Fairfax County School Board is responsible for allocating
those funds toward line-item priorities for the school
system. McKay:
>> In addition to public safety, land use, public works,
transportation, health & human services, parks and recreation,
libraries and public education, Fairfax County works to protect
and enrich our quality of life in even more ways! I invite you
to explore all the services your local government provides
at fairfaxcounty.gov.