Transportation Alert:
Nov. 12, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual community meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at 7 p.m., to present updates on the Chesterbrook Road Walkway Project from Maddux Lane to North 41st Street. The project is intended to provide a continuous pedestrian facility along the south side of the roadway from Maddux Lane to 41st Street.
Chesterbrook Road Walkway Project Meeting Announcement
Nov. 9, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold two virtual community meetings on the Seven Corners Phasing Study on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021, at 7 p.m., and Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021, at 12 p.m. FCDOT staff will provide an update on planned transportation improvements, including bicycle and pedestrian facilities that have been proposed as part of the study, and the public will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the order that these transportation projects will be implemented.
Seven Corners Phasing Study Meeting Announcement
Oct. 27, 2021
The ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan team is developing recommendations for a Fairfax County Safe Streets for All Program, a comprehensive initiative to address systemic transportation safety issues for people walking, biking and using other forms of active transportation. Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold two virtual public meetings to present the draft recommendations and take questions and comments from attendees on Nov. 8 and Nov. 18, 2021
Safe Streets for All Program Meeting Announcement
Oct. 19, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual community information meeting to update the public on the Richmond Highway BRT right-of-way acquisition process and discuss potential impacts. This meeting will focus on the process in general and will not address questions about specific properties.
Richmond Highway BRT Right-Of-Way Community Meeting
Sept. 15, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual design public meeting on the Shirley Gate Road Extension project on Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. The project seeks to improve travel time from the Fairfax County Parkway to Shirley Gate Road, and improve bicycle and pedestrian connections to Patriot Park East. Comments will be accepted through Oct. 29, 2021.
Shirley Gate Road Extension Project Community Meeting
Aug. 31, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation will host two meetings to discuss the draft vision, goals and objectives of the ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan, Sept. 13 and 15. Comments will be open until Sept. 19, 2021.
Community Meetings Set for ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan
July 7, 2021
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual public meeting on proposed striping changes on Telegraph Road between Mission Court and Florence Lane as part of the 2021 paving schedule. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 13, at 7:00 p.m., and comments will be accepted until July 27, 2021.
Telegraph Road Paving and Striping Community Meeting
June 30, 2021
The Jones Branch Connector, a joint effort by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Fairfax County to build a new crossing over the Capital Beltway in Tysons, has been named the 2021 National Project of the Year by the American Society of Highway Engineers.
The annual awards recognize outstanding work completed on transportation projects, including highways, bridges, traffic signals, railroads, public transit and bikeways. Projects are judged on criteria of complexity, innovation, social and economic considerations, safety and aesthetics, and sustainable features.
(VDOT Release no longer available)
June 29, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is was honored by Commuter Connections with the 2021 Employer Services Organization Achievement Award for efforts in aiding Fairfax County employers through the impacts of the Metrorail Platform Reconstruction Projects.
Learn About the Commuter Connections Awards (MWCOG Release)
June 29, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is conducting a survey for input on public parking needs and usage in Tysons Urban Center and Reston Transit Station Areas to help plan the County’s Managed Parking program. The survey is available in both English and Spanish and will be available through July 31, 2021.
Learn About Fairfax County's Managed Parking Survey
June 23, 2021
Fairfax County, again this year, will close one northbound lane of Tysons Boulevard for community recreation as the region continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure is scheduled to begin Wed., July 14, 2021 and will give pedestrians and bicyclists access to a .5 mile stretch of road from Westbranch Drive to the pedestrian entrance of Lillian Court at Tysons II (right before International Dr. around the Tysons Galleria area) connecting with bike lanes on both Park Run Drive and Westpark Drive.
Tysons Boulevard Lane Closure for Active Transportation Use
June 15, 2021
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will host an online community meeting on preliminary roadway design, Wed., June 30 at 6:30 p.m. The project team will share information about the design and give other project updates, including the process for right-of-way acquisition.
June 9, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is supporting the County's Vaccine Clinic at 7451 Mount Vernon Square Circle in Alexandria with free Connector Bus transportation on Saturdays and Sundays.
Fairfax County Emergency Information Blog
June 2, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual meeting on the Rolling Road VRE Parking Lot Expansion project on Thursday, June 10, at 7 p.m. The project seeks to add 38 new parking spaces and will include planned sidewalk, curb and stormwater upgrades. In addition, a representative from the Virginia Railway Express will be at the meeting to discuss the platform expansion project for the Rolling Road VRE station.
Rolling Road VRE Parking Lot Expansion Meeting Announcement
May 3, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will hold a virtual meeting on the Cinder Bed Road Bikeway project on Monday, May 10, at 7 p.m. The two-mile project will create a commuting options for pedestrians and bicyclists between Newington Road and Barry Road and the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station.
Cinder Bed Road Bikeway Virtual Meeting Announcement
April 20, 2021
Don't miss your chance to join FCDOT staff and members of your community for a virtual community conversation about the ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan. Learn about the plan and tell us how you travel and access destinations by biking, walking, rolling (scooter/wheelchair/stroller), hiking, running and riding in and around your local community. We want to hear from you!
Join ActiveFairfax Transportation Community Conversations; Online Survey Extended to May 15
March 26, 2021
Join the Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) for virtual community conversations on the ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan. Learn about the plan and tell us how you travel and access destinations by biking, walking, rolling (scooter/wheelchair/stroller), hiking, running and riding in and around your local community.
Bring Your Ideas to the ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan Community Conversations
March 10, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will host virtual meetings for every district regarding the 2021 Paving and Restriping Program. The meetings, which are held with the Virginia Department of Transportation, will take place throughout March and into April.
2021 Fairfax County Paving and Restriping Meetings
March 1, 2021
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT), in collaboration with regional, county and community partners, is continuing to address the transportation of all users with the launch of the ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan development and community engagement effort. Active transportation means self-propelled, human-powered travel including walking, biking, rolling (scooter/wheelchair/stroller), hiking, running and riding. The ActiveFairfax Transportation Plan will establish a vision and a roadmap for implementation of safe, convenient, and enjoyable streets, sidewalks, bike facilities, and trails in Fairfax County.
Your Voice Matters! Help Shape the Future of Active Transportation in Fairfax County
Feb. 11, 2021
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) has extended the deadline to give feedback through two online surveys for the Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). The surveys provide an opportunity to weigh in on branding options and station design through Monday, March 1, 2021.
Feb. 9, 2021
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) will begin construction to widen Route 28 from four to six lanes between the bridge over Bull Run (south of Compton Road) and the interchange at Route 29 in Centreville on or about March 1, 2021. Beginning the week of Feb. 15, the contractor will begin installing advance construction signs and message boards in advance of construction activities.
Route 28 Widening Project Construction Announcement
Jan. 22, 2021
FCDOT will hold two virtual meetings next month to seek public input on planned transportation improvements at the Seven Corners interchange and nearby roads.
The goals of the project include enhancing bicycle, pedestrian and transit access and connectivity, while enhancing traffic flow.
Seven Corners Transportation Study Virtual Meetings
Jan. 19, 2021
Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) continues a series of virtual community meetings on the Richmond Highway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. Meetings this month will focus on branding concepts for the Richmond Highway BRT system, including a name, logo, colors, and other elements that will bring the service to life. All these elements will help to create an “identity” for the BRT system, building on existing community features to reflect the future of the corridor.
Fairfax County to Hold Virtual Public Meetings on the Richmond Highway BRT Branding