Franconia District Updates
Fairfax Connector Seeks Public Input on Proposed Service Changes in the Franconia-Springfield Area
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is seeking public feedback on proposed Fairfax Connector service changes planned for April 2027. The proposed changes are intended to realign existing services with ridership demand and improve reliability, connectivity and overall system efficiency for routes serving the Franconia-Springfield area of Fairfax County.
“Fairfax Connector is always evaluating the efficiency of our routes and working to identify adjustments that can be made to enhance the efficiency of the county’s public transportation system and make a measurable difference for riders traveling within, around and through Fairfax County,” said Kyle Davis, a Transportation Planner with Fairfax Connector.
In addition to better maximizing the use of the free Springfield Commuter Parking Garage, the addition of Route 400, a limited-stop connection between Tysons and Franconia-Springfield with connections to VRE service, will significantly improve reliable and efficient connectivity between the Tysons and Springfield commercial centers.
Share Your Input
Members of the public may review the proposed service changes online and submit comments through Public Input. FCDOT is welcoming online and telephoned comments now through Wednesday, Sept. 30. Public input will be reviewed by FCDOT staff as they develop final recommendations for the April 2027 service changes. Take The Survey
Attend a Community Information Meeting
FCDOT will also host two virtual community information sessions on Wednesday, Sept. 23, one at noon and a second session at 7 p.m. Residents are encouraged to attend either session to learn more about the proposed changes and ask questions before providing feedback through the survey.
- Wednesday, September 23 at 12 noon
- Join the meeting on Microsoft Teams
- Meeting ID: 286 692 388 616 621, Passcode: 8hD25S5W
- Call the meeting: 571-429-5982; Conference ID: 846 504 732#
- Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m.
- Join the meeting on Microsoft Teams
- Meeting ID: 272 899 826 603 399, Passcode: BC9wi9iK
- Call the meeting: 571-429-5982; Conference ID: 139 533 005#
A recording of the presentation will be posted to the Fairfax Connector website following the virtual open houses.
Save the Date: Franconia-Springfield Planning Study Community Meeting
Study area
Join Fairfax County planners and project consultants for a virtual webinar on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to explore the new Preliminary Plan for the Franconia-Springfield area!
Shaped directly by community input across multiple rounds of engagement, this Preliminary Plan refines three previous draft concepts into an updated planning vision for the area's future. Community members are encouraged to tune in to learn about the plan, ask questions, and hear details on the study's next steps.
Community Meeting Details:
- Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Format: Virtual Webinar via Zoom
- Register for the Webinar
For more information on the study, visit the project webpage.
Check back soon for updates!
In the Franconia Police District, officers issued the first "felon in possession of a firearm" arrest of 2026. This case is part of Fairfax County Police’s Operation Press Check, an initiative aimed at reducing illegal firearm possession by convicted felons to improve public safety.
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September is Emergency Preparedness Month
2026 Theme: Fairfax Stands Ready!
Fairfax Stands Ready: Are You?
September is National Preparedness Month, and this year’s theme, “Fairfax Stands Ready,” reminds us that preparedness starts at home. Emergencies can happen anytime. Take a few simple steps now to prepare yourself, your family, and your community.
Tell Us: How Prepared Are You?
The Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management and Security wants to hear from you! Take our Emergency Preparedness Survey to share your preparedness habits and help us improve programs, resources, and outreach. Take the survey: https://bit.ly/FFXPrepSurvey
Four Ways to Get Prepared
1. Make a Plan – Decide where you’ll go, how you’ll communicate, and where you’ll meet if you’re separated. Practice your plan with your household.
2. Build an Emergency Kit – Stock food, water, medications, important documents, and other essentials to help you get through an emergency.
3. Stay Informed – Sign up for Fairfax Alerts to receive emergency, severe weather, government closure, scam, and other important notifications.
4. Get Involved – Volunteer through the Volunteer Emergency Team (VET) or connect your organization with the Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) network.
Resources to Help You Get Ready
• Fairfax Alerts: https://bit.ly/FFXAlerts
• Community Emergency Response Guide (CERG): https://bit.ly/FFXCERG
• Volunteer Emergency Team (VET): https://bit.ly/FFX-VET
• Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD): https://bit.ly/FFXCOAD
Start with one step today. Check your kit, talk with your family, sign up for alerts, or get involved. Fairfax Stands Ready—and we’re stronger when everyone is prepared.