Fairfax County Government - Comprehensive Analysis Report

Summary

Fairfax County Government serves as the local governing body for Fairfax County, Virginia, a community of over 1.2 million residents. Its mission is to serve the community and improve the quality of life for all residents []. The vision is to create communities where all individuals and families are supported and empowered to thrive []. The county's efforts make it a dynamic, inclusive, and well-educated community [].

1. Strategic Focus & Objectives

Core Objectives

The Countywide Strategic Plan guides Fairfax County Government's strategic focus and provides a long-term vision for the county []. The plan is structured around four key drivers: Equity, Community Outcomes, Data Integration, and Inclusive Engagement [].

Specialization Areas

Fairfax County Government specializes in providing high-quality public services. This encompasses public safety, land development, environmental services, parks and recreation, and library services [].

Target Markets

Fairfax County Government serves the residents, businesses, and visitors of Fairfax County, Virginia []. The county aims to meet its diverse community's needs by providing a range of services and initiatives [].

2. Financial Overview

Funding History

Fairfax County is required by Virginia law to pass a balanced budget annually []. Property taxes account for approximately 80% of the county's revenue [].
In May 2025, the Board of Supervisors adopted the FY2026 budget, which started on July 1, 2025, and ends on June 30, 2026 [].
Fairfax County addressed a budget deficit of nearly $300 million for FY2026 []. The Board of Supervisors approved a $5.45 billion budget for FY2025 []. This was achieved through a 3-cent increase in the real estate tax rate, bringing it to $1.25 per $100 assessed value []. Adjustments were also made to proposed pay raises for county and school personnel [].
The proposed County General Fund transfer for school operations in FY 2024 totals $2,419,409,875, which is a $144,098,951 increase (6.3 percent) over the FY 2023 Adopted Budget Plan level [].

3. Product Pipeline

Information regarding specific products and services by Fairfax County Government has been incorporated into other sections in this report. All services are continuously offered to the public.

Key Products/Services

Public Safety: Services include police, fire and rescue, sheriff's deputies, 911 dispatchers, and emergency management [].

Land Development: Managing land use and development through the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance [].

Public Works and Environmental Services: Services include facilities management, stormwater management, wastewater treatment, recycling and trash, and urban forest management [].

Parks and Recreation: Maintenance of parks, recreation centers, athletic facilities, and trails [].

Libraries: Providing access to books, computers, movies, meeting spaces, and educational resources [].

4. Technology & Innovation

Fairfax County is committed to using data-driven insights to improve decision making and share results with the community [].

5. Leadership & Management

Executive Team

Bryan Hill: County Executive, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the county government, appointed on November 21, 2017, and took office on January 2, 2018 [].

Jeffrey C. McKay: Chairman of the Board of Supervisors since 2020 [].

James R. Walkinshaw: Member of the Board of Supervisors representing the Braddock District [].

Rodney L. Lusk: Member of the Board of Supervisors representing the Franconia District since 2020 [].

Andres F. Jimenez: Member of the Board of Supervisors representing the Mason District since 2024 [].

Philip A. Hagen: Director of the Department of Management and Budget [].

Christopher Pietsch: Director of Finance [].

Shahram Mohsenin: Director, Wastewater Planning & Monitoring, Department of Public Works and Environmental Services [].

6. Competitive Analysis

Competitive analysis is not applicable as it is a government entity.

7. Market Analysis

Market Overview

Fairfax County Government serves over 1.2 million residents within Fairfax County, Virginia []. The county focuses on providing services and initiatives to meet the diverse needs of its community [].

8. Strategic Partnerships

Strategic Partnerships

Fairfax County Public Schools: The county works closely with the school system, providing a significant portion of its general fund budget to support public education [].

Community Services Board: The Fairfax Falls Church Community Services Board provides services for people who have mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities [].

Virginia Early Childhood Foundation and the George Mason University MPA Advisory Board: County Executive Bryan Hill serves on the Board of the Virginia Early Childhood Foundation and the George Mason University MPA Advisory Board [].

9. Operational Insights

Fairfax County focuses on efficient resource management, responsiveness to community needs, and equitable representation to provide exceptional services []. Key operational areas include public safety, land development, public works, environmental services, parks and recreation, and libraries [].

10. Future Outlook

Strategic Roadmap

Fairfax County's strategic roadmap focuses on implementing the Countywide Strategic Plan, which outlines the county's vision for the next 10-20 years [].
Key areas of focus include economic opportunity, effective and efficient government, equity and inclusion, sustainability, and mobility and transportation []. The county is committed to examining systems and administrative functions to improve resource management and service delivery []. It also focuses on ensuring equitable access to opportunities and responsible management of community resources [].