Meetings and Events

Join the project team at the city's annual Fall Festival(External link) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 11, 2025, in historic Old Town Fairfax. City staff will be available to answer questions, share informational materials, and collect feedback on the Solid Waste Management Plan Update. 

The Environmental Sustainability Specialist and consultant team from RRS will be providing an update on the Solid Waste Management Plan Update. See the Environmental Sustainability Committee(External link) meeting agenda and minutes. 

The meeting will take place on October 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Work Session Room (10455 Armstrong St).

The City of Fairfax Environmental Sustainability Specialist will be at the Trick-or-Treat Trail to hand out candy (of course) and get feedback on our solid waste services. Stop by to see the 'recycling wizard' and participate in city's Solid Waste Management Plan update! 

Event details: Trick-or-Treat Trail 2025

When: Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Katherine Johnson Middle School Library, 3801 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA, 22030, View Map

About the Meeting:
 The City of Fairfax is updating its Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP), a comprehensive 20-year strategy for reducing, reusing, recycling, composting, and safely disposing of waste. This public meeting will provide an opportunity for residents to engage in discussions about the city's waste management practices and contribute to shaping the future of solid waste management in Fairfax.

Agenda Includes:

• An overview of the SWMP update process
• Interactive stations to gather community input on waste reduction strategies
• Opportunities to discuss challenges and opportunities related to solid waste management
• A summary of key takeaways to inform the SWMP update

Why Attend?
 Your participation is crucial in helping the city develop a sustainable and effective solid waste management plan. By attending, you can voice your opinions, learn about current initiatives, and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future for Fairfax.

The Environmental Sustainability Specialist will be providing an update on the Solid Waste Management Plan Update. See the agenda and meeting minutes.  

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, December 3, at 6:00 p.m. at 10306 Eaton Place, Training Room 115AB, Fairfax, VA 22030 

The Environmental Sustainability Specialist will be providing an update on the Solid Waste Management Plan Update. See the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting agenda and minutes. 

The meeting will take place on December 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Work Session Room (10455 Armstrong St).