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Taxation
- Tax Relief for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities: If you are 65 years or older or permanently disabled, and meet the income and asset eligibility requirements, you may qualify for Fairfax County real estate or personal property tax relief, or a rental grant. Information and applications are available at Tax Relief or by calling 703-222-8234.
Budget Process and Documents
The Fiscal Year begins on July 1st of every year. A new budget cycle within the county begins at that time. The School Board's Budget (separate process) is presented at the end of January of every year. The County Executive's presentation of the Advertised Budget for a given year is scheduled for the end of February, public hearings are held for three days at the end of March or the beginning of April and the Budget is usually approved at the end of April. The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is scheduled for June.
Community Dialogues on the FY 2011 Budget, sponsored by the Fairfax County Government and the Fairfax County Public School System, are an opportunity to share your input on the County's budget. You are invited to join in on the scheduled sessions in or near the Hunter Mill District;
- Saturday, September 19, 10 a.m. to noon - George Mason Regional Library
- Tuesday, September 29, 7-9 p.m. - McLean Community Center
- Wednesday, October 14, 7-9 p.m. - Marshall High School Cafeteria
- Saturday, October 24, 10 a.m. to noon - Reston Regional Library
- Thursday, October 29, 7-9 p.m. - South Lakes High School Cafeteria
General Budget Information;
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