Communications Policy and Regulation Division

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-5902 TTY 711
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 433
Fairfax, VA 22035
Rick Ellrod
Director

Communications Policy and Regulation Events

The Communication Policy and Regulation Division conducts outreach events that provide information on cable service in the county, services provided by CPRD and the Department of Cable and Consumer Services, and new developments in telecommunications. Your homeowner’s association, community center, or other group can arrange for a presentation that addresses your needs and interests. Email or call 703-324-5902 to schedule a presentation.

Schedule of Upcoming Presentations and Events:

Below is a list of presentations and events the Communications Policy and Regulation Division is participating in. If the event is taking place at a physical location, please contact the event coordinator for any questions. For general questions regarding events contact Patty Ross at Patrizia.Ross@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-324-5902.

 

2026

  • March 2, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. National Consumer Protection Week Booth. Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Lobby, Fairfax, VA 22035
  • March 7, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Scam Awareness and Cable Billing Presentation. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Rd., Burke, VA 22015.
  • March 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Smart TV/Understanding your Cable Bill. Town of Vienna Parks and Recreation, 120 Cherry St. SE, Vienna, VA 22180.
  • May 1, 2026, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. 8th Annual Senior Safety Summit. Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Hwy., Lorton, VA. For more information, please contact Cassidy Donaghy.
  • May 8, 2026, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Vienna Wellness and Safety Expo for 55+. Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St. SE, Vienna, VA 22180.
  • June 22, 2026. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Who's Watching Whom? Your Smart TV and Your Privacy. Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St. SE, Vienna, VA 22180.
  • July 9, 2026. 09:40 AM - 11:05 AM. Understanding Broadband, Cable, Wi-Fi, Internet, and 5G: Your Guide to Communications Technologies and Services in the 21st Century. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University, 4210 Roberts Rd., Fairfax, VA 22032
  • July 29, 2026. 09:40 AM - 11:05 AM. Modern Video Services and Your Rights as a Cable TV Subscriber. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University, 4210 Roberts Rd., Fairfax, VA 22032
  • August 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Cathy Hudgins Community Day, 20th Anniversary. 12125 Pinecrest Rd, Reston, VA 20191
  • September 19, 2026, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Reston Multicultural Festival. Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St. Reston, VA 20191. 

 

PLEASE NOTE: To attend the event (if virtual) email the event contact provided to ask any questions or click on the link provided.

 

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