City of Fairfax Sustainability

03/12/2024

The City of Fairfax Sustainability Page is joining forces with the City of Fairfax Government social pages. Follow us there to get the latest environmental and sustainability news following the hashtag

03/07/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Plastic milk containers (of any size) are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. Make sure to rinse out any excess liquids and let it dry before placing in the bin. ♻️
❌Cartons are a mix of paper, cardboard, and wax, making it difficult to separate during the recycling process. Milk cartons should only be placed in the trash. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

02/29/2024

Residents have been loving our 'smart restrooms', which are out in Van Dyck Park, Old Town Square, and Thaiss Park. 🚽

Turns out the ICD Government Insights: Smart Cities North American Awards does too!

Our 'Smart Restroom Pilot Program' has been named a FINALIST in the category of Economic Development, Tourism, Arts, Libraries, Culture, Open Spaces.

NOW WE NEED YOUR VOTE! 🗳️
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCNAA24

Voting closes March 8th

City of Fairfax Government City of Fairfax Community Development & Planning Fairfax City Economic Development Authority

02/29/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Paper bags are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. ♻️
❌Paper cups have a thin plastic lining that is difficult to separate during the recycling process. All paper cups should be disposed of in the trash.. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

02/23/2024

Did you know that flower bouquets can be composted at the City of Fairfax Composting Center? Celebrate by dropping off decayed flowers at the 24/hour drop-off center at 10455 Armstrong St. Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/composting 💕🌻🌹

02/22/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Cardboard drink sleeves are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. ♻️
❌Take-out cups have a thin plastic lining that is difficult to separate during the recycling process. All take-out cups should be disposed of in the trash. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

02/20/2024

02/15/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Cardboard chocolate boxes are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. Make sure to remove any plastic liners or trays before placing in the bin. ♻️
❌Food wrappers should never be placed in the recycling bin, and should only be disposed of in the trash. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

02/08/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Plastic bottles are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. Make sure to rinse out any excess liquids and let it dry before placing in the bin. ♻️
❌Plastic plates should never be placed in the recycling bin, and should only be disposed of in the trash. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

02/01/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Cardboard boxes are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. Create more space in your recycling bin by breaking down any boxes. ♻️
❌ Paper plates should never be placed in the recycling bin, and should only be disposed of in the trash. Even ‘all natural’ paper plates or bamboo plates are soiled with food residue making it unrecyclable in the curbside recycling collection. All natural paper or bamboo plates can be composted at the City of Fairfax Composting Center or place in the trash. To learn more about composting in the city, visit fairfaxva.gov/composting. 🗑️

01/25/2024

KNOW BEFORE YOU THROW:
✔️Plastic soda bottles are very recyclable and should always be placed in the recycling bin. Make sure to rinse out any excess liquids and let it dry before placing in the bin. Lids and labels can be left on. ♻️
❌Glass bottles are not accepted in curbside recycling collection. All glass bottles should be taken to one of the Purple Can Club glass-only drop-off containers located throughout the region, or placed in the trash. For more information, visit www.fairfaxva.gov/purplecan. 🗑️

Learn more at fairfaxva.gov/recycling

01/23/2024

residents, we need your help to plan and build for the future! Apply to be a volunteer on the Environmental Sustainability Committee!

The Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) is committed to guiding the City of Fairfax to become a more environmentally sustainable “green city.” This process involves resource conservation, preventing ecological harm, developing and using renewable resources and encouraging self-sufficient practices. The ESC drives program development and policies to create a more sustainable city for all residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

To be a member of the ESC, residents must:
- Be able to attend the monthly meeting held every third Wednesday at City Hall
- Been a resident for at least a year
- Be passionate about the environment and driving sustainability

**All ESC members are interviewed and appointed by the Mayor and City Council.

city residents interested in apply for the vacancy should visit: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/city-clerk/city-council-boards-and-commissions/serving-on-boards-commissions

Join the conversation and make a direct impact on : volunteer for a city or regional board or commission.

Check out the board vacancies on the city website, and apply today online at https://ow.ly/w54A50QteBF.


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