Council Meetings

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Future City Council Agenda Items

Note: This is a working document for planning purposes only. Dates and agenda items may change at any time.

April 14, 2026 –Regular Meeting

Presentation.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging April 19 - April 25, 2026 as National Library Week in the City of Fairfax.
2. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging April 22, 2026 as Earth Day, and April 24, 2026 as Arbor Day in the City of Fairfax.
3. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging the Mayor's Monarch Pledge in Recognition of the Importance of Saving Monarch Butterflies in the City of Fairfax.
4. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging the 70th Anniversary of the Woman's Club of Fairfax in the City of Fairfax.
5. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging April 12 - 18, 2026 as National Telecommunications Week in the City of Fairfax.

Consent.

1. Introduction of an ordinance amending and readopting Chapter 90, Article II, Division 1, Section 90-33 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to classification and taxation of certain real property in the City of Fairfax used for zoned for commercial and industrial purposes, and to establish a separate tax rate on such real property effective as of January 1, 2026, revenue from which would be used exclusively for transportation purposes that benefit the City of Fairfax.
2. Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article II, Section 102-31(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to increase the wastewater utility rate by 6 % percent for FY 26.
3. Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article V, Section 102-203(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to set the rate for stormwater utility service furnished by the City at $36.02 per BU (Billing Unit); a 5 %percent increase.
4. Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VI (Tax on Meals), Section 90-262 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to the levy and amount of tax on meals.
5. Introduction of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VII (Transient Occupancy Tax), Sections 90-301 through 90-310 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, Relating to the Levy and Rate of the Transient Occupancy Tax (Subject to Enactment of Enabling Legislation by the Commonwealth, Scheduled for April 13).
6. Introduction of appropriation resolution for the General, Capital, Wastewater, Transit, Stormwater Utility, Cable, Old Town, and Transportation tax funds for FY 2027.
7. Consideration of agreements between the City and the City Constitutional Officers (the City Treasurer and the City Commissioner of Revenue).
8. Introduction of an authorizing ordinance for the issuance of sewer system revenue bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $11,000,000, to finance capital costs related to the City's sewer system, including without limitation Noman Cole capital costs.

    

    

Public hearing.

1. Public hearing on the proposed FY 2027 Budget.

Work Session.

1. Discussion on the proposed FY 2027 budget, City Council identified topics.

April 28, 2026 – Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Bike Month in the City of Fairfax.
2. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Older Americans Month in the City of Fairfax.
3. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Mental Health Awareness Month in the City of Fairfax.
4. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May 1, 2026 as Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day in the City of Fairfax.

Public hearing.

1. Public hearing on the real estate tax rate of $1.095 per $100 of assessed value based upon an assessment ratio of 100% of fair market value, and a personal property and machinery and tools tax rate of $4.13 per $100 of assessed value based upon an assessment ratio of 100% trade-in value (No Council action, tax rate set on May 5, 2026).
2. Public hearing on an ordinance amending and readopting Chapter 90, Article II, Division 1, Section 90-33 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to classification and taxation of certain real property in the City of Fairfax used for zoned for commercial and industrial purposes, and to establish a separate tax rate on such real property effective as of January 1, 2026, revenue from which would be used exclusively for transportation purposes that benefit the City of Fairfax. (No Council action, Council Consideration on May 5, 2026)
3. Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article II, Section 102-31(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to increase the wastewater utility rate by 6 % percent for FY 26 (No Council action, Council Consideration on May 5, 2026).     
4. Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article V, Section 102-203(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to set the rate for stormwater utility service furnished by the City at $36.02 per BU (Billing Unit); a 5 % percent increase (No Council action, Council Consideration on May 5, 2026).
5. Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VI (Tax on Meals), Section 90-262 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to the levy and amount of tax on meals (No Council action, Council Consideration on May 5, 2026).
6. Public Hearing on an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VII (Transient Occupancy Tax), Sections 90-301 through 90-310 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, Relating to the Levy and Rate of the Transient Occupancy Tax (Subject to Enactment of Enabling Legislation by the Commonwealth, Scheduled for April 13) (No Council action, Council Consideration on May 5, 2026).

    

Items not requiring a public hearing.

1. Consideration of awarding a construction contract for the Blenheim Boulevard Multimodal Improvements.
2. Consideration of a resolution to proceed with the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center project, including an addition or improvements to the existing Sherwood Community Center, and any amendments to the joint development agreement that may be necessary.
3. Consideration of a resolution requesting the City of Fairfax Economic Development Authority to issue revenue bonds, in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $22,000,000, for the benefit of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, to finance costs for General Government Capital Projects (including without limitation Willard Sherwood).
4. Consideration of a bond resolution providing for the issuance of general obligation school bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $22,000,000, which were previously authorized by action of the Council and approved at a voter referendum, to finance capital projects for school purposes, including, without limitation, renovations of two elementary schools and replacement of the roof at the high school.

Work Session.

1. FY 2026 3rd Quarter Financial Review.
2. Discussion on the proposed FY 2027 budget and draft changes presented/deliberated.

May 5, 2026 – Special Meeting - Budget Adoption

Public hearing.

1. Public hearing of all FY 2027 Budget Appropriations.

Items not requiring a public hearing.

1. Consideration of an ordinance readopting Chapter 90, Article II, Division 1, Section 90-33 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to classification and taxation of certain real property in the City of Fairfax used for or zoned for commercial and industrial purposes, and to establish a separate tax rate on such real property effective as of January 1, 2026, revenues from which would be used exclusively for transportation purposes that benefit the City of Fairfax.
2. Consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article II, Section 102-31(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to increase the wastewater utility rate by 6% percent for FY 26.
3. Consideration on an ordinance amending Chapter 102, Article V, Section 102-203(b) of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia to set the rate for stormwater utility service furnished by the City at $36.02 per BU (Billing Unit); a 5% percent increase.
4. Consideration on an ordinance amending Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VI (Tax on Meals), Section 90-262 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to the levy and amount of tax on meals.
5. Consideration to Amend Chapter 90 (Taxation), Article VII (Transient Occupancy Tax), Sections 90-301 through 90-310 of the Code of the City of Fairfax, Virginia, Relating to the Levy and Rate of the Transient Occupancy Tax (Subject to Enactment of Enabling Legislation by the Commonwealth, Scheduled for April 13).
6. Consideration of adopting the FY 2027 budget, FY 2027-2031 CIP, tax rates, and rates & levies.

May 12, 2026 – Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the City of Fairfax.
2. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May 10 - 16, 2026 as National Police Week in the City of Fairfax.
3. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging May as Small Business Month in the City of Fairfax.
4. Presentation of the Chocolate Lovers Grants Recipients.

Public hearing.

1. Public hearing and Council action on the Solid Waste Management Plan.
2. Public hearing and Council action on an authorizing ordinance for the issuance of sewer system revenue bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $11,000,000, to finance capital costs related to the City's sewer system, including without limitation Noman Cole capital costs.
3. Public hearing and Council action of an ordinance amending and re-enacting Chapter 38 (Environment), Article II (Noise), of the Code of City of Fairfax, Virginia, pertaining to noise mitigation and the regulation of loud, disturbing and unnecessary noises.

Work Session.

1. Potential Options for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units.
2. Follow-up discussion of a possible increase in the compensation (salaries) paid to the Mayor and the members of the City Council.

May 26, 2026 –Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in the City of Fairfax.

Work Session.

1. Wilcoxon Trail Extension Briefing

June 2, 2026 –Work Session

1. Katherine Johnson Middle School student's presentation focusing on sustainability for Northfax and Courthouse Plaza Shopping Center.
2. Discussion of potential reviews and updates to adopted small area plans for Old Town, Northfax, Kamp Washington, and Fairfax Circle.
3. Grant supplemental appropriation resolution for FY 2026 Federal, State, and Use of Balance Sheet Funds for Expenditures.

June 9, 2026 Regular Meeting

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging June 15 - 21, 2026 as National Waste and Recycling Workers Appreciation Week in the City of Fairfax.
2. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth in the City of Fairfax.
3. Graduation of the Spring Civic Connection participants. 

Consent.

1. Consideration or Introduction of the Grant Supplemental Appropriation resolution for FY 2026 Federal, State, and Use of Balance Sheet Funds for Expenditures.

Public hearing.

1. Public hearing and Council action on adoption of the Green Building Policy.

June 23, 2026 – Regular Meeting

July 7, 2026 – Work Session

1. Discussion on a land-use application (Z-25-00770) Gallery at City Center, Christopher Land Inc., applicant, 4117 Chain Bridge Road.

July 14, 2026 – Regular Meeting

July 28, 2026 –Regular Meeting

September 1, 2026 –Work Session

September 8, 2026 –Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging September 22, 2026 as Car Free Day in the City of Fairfax.

September 22, 2026 – Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging September 15 - October 15, 2026 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Fairfax.
2. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging October as Pedestrian Safety Month in the City of Fairfax.

October 6, 2026 – Work Session

October 13, 2026 – Regular Meeting

Presentations.

1. Presentation of a proclamation acknowledging October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Fairfax.

October 27, 2026 – Regular Meeting

November 7, 2026 –Budget Retreat

November 10, 2026 – Regular Meeting & Work Session (November 3, 2026 Work Session canceled due to City Elections.)

December 1, 2026 – Work Session

December 8, 2026 – Regular Meeting

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The City Council typically meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, and holds work sessions on the first Tuesday of the month. The City Council conducts no meetings or work sessions in August. Additional meetings may be called as necessary.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Location: Council Chamber, Room 100, City Hall Annex, 10455 Armstrong Street

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