Fairfax City is gearing up for a busy July, starting with a grand Independence Day Celebration on July 4 to mark the nation's 250th birthday. The day will feature a parade, hands-on activities, a museum lawn party, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. The parade will be livestreamed on Channel 12 (COX and Verizon) and the city website for those unable to attend in person.
Following the holiday, the Blenheim Boulevard Multimodal Improvements Project is set to commence on July 6. This significant undertaking will involve the reconstruction of Blenheim Boulevard between Layton Hall Drive and Ridge Avenue. Residents interested in receiving project updates can text BBLVD to 888-492-1526.
In ongoing community efforts, the City of Fairfax police officers are conducting proactive patrols as part of Project S.A.F.E. Officers are distributing door hangers to residents and business owners, highlighting potential security vulnerabilities and offering crime prevention tips via a QR code. Additionally, the City Council, which last met on June 23, has its next meeting scheduled for July 7 at 7 p.m. in City Hall, with live broadcasts on Channel 12 and online.
Residents are also reminded to prepare for potential power outages, especially during severe thunderstorms. Dominion Energy advises reporting outages through their website, smartphone app, or by calling 866-DOM-HELP (866-366-4357). Safety precautions include stocking emergency supplies and staying at least 30 feet away from downed power poles.