Fairfax Wins!

Actually the City of Fairfax has won not one, but two very distinguished honors this week.

First we were told that the City's bond rating has been upgraded to AAA, from AA+ status. This is reflective of sound and prudent fiscal management of your tax dollars. It will result in lower borrowing costs (when needed) and help recruit businesses to the City by demonstrating a strong financial jurisdiction in which to do business.

Then we got word that the City is receiving a Go Green Award at this year's Virginia Municipal League annual meeting. The award is given to localities in Virginia that display a commitment to the environment and support innovative "green" initiatives. The City has long been a leader in environmental issues, but have taken it up a notch with the creation of the Environmental Sustainability Committee and increased recycling efforts.

The award will be presented at the VML meeting, which is October 18-20. Yours truly will be there to accept the award on behalf of the City and its citizens.