County To Host Open Houses On Fairfax Connector

SPRINGFIELD, VA — The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is seeking feedback on how people get around in the Franconia-Springfield area on the local transit network. Input from bus riders and residents is key to making the Fairfax Connector service more convenient, accessible and efficient, say county officials.

Fairfax Connector bus routes serving the Franconia/Springfield area include 231, 232, 301, 305, 310, 321, 322, 334, 335, 340, 341, 371, 372, 373, 393, 394, 395, 401, 402 and 494.

Open Houses

On the heels of an online survey that resulted in more than 750 responses, FCDOT has scheduled two open houses this month for Franconia/Springfield residents:

• From 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, at Key Middle School, 6402 Franconia Road, Springfield. Transit access: Route 310
• From 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at Edison High School, 5801 Franconia Road, Alexandria. Transit access: Routes 109, 231/232, 310, 321/322

The open house events will include interactive exercises, run by FCDOT staff, to explore attendees’ individual travel needs, issues and ideas. There also will be an opportunity to give feedback on the future of Fairfax Connector service in the area.

Following these events, FCDOT staff will compile the input received and incorporate the information into planning for service improvements in the Franconia-Springfield area.

FCDOT will come back in the next few months to host more community events, to present and discuss a draft service plan and improvements for the area.

Can’t Make An Outreach Event?

Feedback is welcomed until Dec. 1. To give your input on Fairfax Connector service in the Franconia-Springfield area:

• Email fairfaxconnector@fairfaxcounty.gov
• Connect with FCDOT on Twitter or Facebook
• Call Fairfax Connector Customer Service at 703-339-7200, TTY 703-339-1608
• Mail your comments to: Fairfax County Department of Transportation, C/O Fairfax Connector Planning, 4050 Legato Road, Suite #400, Fairfax, VA 22033

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Release: Fairfax County Department of Transportation

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