Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? This week Ready Fairfax will highlight information on emergency planning for you, your family and even your pets. Be on the lookout for tips on how to best prepare yourself in an emergency.

Shana Tova to our Jewish community celebrating Rosh Hashanah!

Wishing you a sweet new year filled with blessings and good health 🍯

Join us on Saturday, September 16 at 9 a.m. for the official ribbon cutting of North Hill Park (7230 Nightingale Hill Lane)!

The ribbon cutting will be held at the pavilion located a short walk up the trail from the park parking lot.

Please join me and Fairfax County Neighborhood & Community Services tomorrow, September 13 for the 5th Annual Senior Safety Summit at the Lorton Community Center from 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars! The 8th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon on October 21 at 8 a.m. starting and ending at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, is the best event for any bike lover. Register today! #TdMV2023 fairfaxcounty.gov/mountvernon/to…

Is there value in local governments and their school systems coordinating on climate actions? Learn the answer at the George Mason University Climate Action: Local Government and School Collaboration Webinar on Friday, September 15 at 12 p.m.! gmu.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Individuals interested in applying to affordable housing waitlists will have the opportunity to do so on Sept. 11 for select properties in the County. Including:
- The Residences at North Hill, 7250 Nightengale Hill Lane
- The Arden, 2317 Huntington Avenue
fcrha.org/post/affordabl…

The 5th Annual Senior Safety Summit is only a week away! Listen to presentations from Fairfax County Police, Fairfax County Fire/Rescue and even learn about pickleball safety. This event will include food, important safety information and resources for seniors, raffle prizes and more.

Do you need a place to cool off?

Since the Fairfax County Heat Plan has been activated, there are several places you can visit to stay cool, such as libraries, community centers, rec centers, and human services offices: bit.ly/43aGlku

Happy Labor Day! Thank you to all the hardworking people, I hope everyone has a relaxing day!

For the final day of MV Favorites Friday ☀, check out my Transportation, Parks & Housing Liaison, Peyton Smith’s favorite place in the District. Thank you to everyone who shared and commented during the series. I was pleased to learn about your favorite District hidden gems!

Today, Aug. 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day, a global campaign to eliminate drug overdose and its devastating consequences.

Recognizing an overdose can be challenging, but taking immediate action can save lives.

Learn more: bit.ly/45x0nrk

Today, we celebrate a $104 million grant from Federal Transit Admn to support the transition of Cinder Bed Bus Garage to a fully battery-electric facility. This grant will help us meet our goal of 100% zero-emission operations by 2042. Zero tailpipe emissions = improved air quality! #wmata

Fairfax County Public Works unveils its first-in-the-region All-Electric Trash Truck with Jeff McKay, Supervisor Dan Storck, Rodney Lusk. Part of a pilot program, the EV Trash Truck promises quieter, cleaner, more efficient refuse pickup.
VIDEO: bit.ly/45raGgH

The MV District Police Station has a new commander, Captain Marc Mitchell. Join us tonight at Sherwood Regional Library to Meet the Commander from 6-7:30 p.m. This is an opportunity to welcome him to the District, ask questions and hear his vision as the Commander.

Early bird special! Register for the 8th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon by September 1 for a discounted rate and Tour de Mount Vernon socks! #TdMV2023 Register now: fairfaxcounty.gov/mountvernon/to…

Our Land Development Services’ team ranks #1 among 100 permitting departments across the U.S. and Canada! 🏆   #FairfaxForward fairfaxcounty.gov/news/fairfax-c…

This is the final weekend to enjoy Mount Vernon Nights! 🎵 Tonight at Grist Mill Park you can listen to some Blues and R&B by Deanna Bogart. Tomorrow at the Workhouse Arts Center the United States Army Field Band Six-String Soldiers are playing for the final night of the summer.

This week for MV Favorites Friday ☀, check out my Volunteer Extraordinaire, Shirley Short’s favorite place in the District. If you would like to showcase your favorite place, please email [email protected] and tell us about it!

Land Development Services staff are here to help and can be reached in person, by email or virtually. #fairfaxforward

Learn more: fairfaxcounty.gov/landdevelopmen…