‘Click It or Ticket’
City of Fairfax police will be particularly enforcing seat-belt use during the national “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaign, May 19-June 1. Drivers in violation of the requirement to “buckle up” will be subject to citations carrying $25 fines.
Farmers Markets Are Open
Two farmers markets are open for the season in the City of Fairfax. They’ll run through Nov. 1 at the corner of West and Main streets. The Downtown Fairfax Coalition Community Market is held Saturdays, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. The Sunday Farmers Market will will run from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, call 703-642-0128.
Board, Commission Vacancies
There are several vacancies on City of Fairfax boards and commissions. Residents interested in serving their community may view the current list of vacancies at https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/city-clerk/serving-on-boards-commissions. For more information, call the city clerk’s office at 703-385-7935.
Citizens Police Academy
People interested in law enforcement and who’d like to learn about the Fairfax County Police Department and meet many of those who serve in it may now do so. They may apply to join the Sept. 11-Nov. 15 session of the Citizens Police Academy. It’s a free, 10-week program put on by the Police Department and is open to people who live or work in this county.
Participants complete some 40 hours of learning to gain a better understanding of and appreciation for police via a combination of lectures, tours and hands-on activities. Topics covered include the 911 Call Center, patrol, traffic stops, Adult Detention Center, gangs, financial crimes and SWAT team.
To apply, go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/services/citizens-police-academy.htm or email CPA@fairfaxcounty.gov.