FairfaxCounty app for iPhone and iPad
Developer: Fairfax County Government
First release : 02 Jun 2011
App size: 16.37 Mb
The official Fairfax County government iPhone/iPad app connects you with key information and services for Virginias most populous and thriving county with more than 1 million people located outside of Washington, DC. The first version of our app features nine sections:
Contact Us
One-touch calling of our main 703-FAIRFAX phone number, critical emergency phone numbers, libraries, parks, courts and by department/program.
Locations
Use the GPS features of your device to find the nearest library, park, community center, fire station, police station and government buildings.
Calendars
Browse upcoming public meetings, community events, tax deadlines and more.
NewsWire
Each business day, the Fairfax County NewsWire features the latest headlines from all county departments. Consult this central resource for the latest county news or sort by topic.
Alerts
Using mobile devices before, during and after emergencies has become critical. Our new mobile emergency homepage is your optimized resource for the latest updates about major incidents or weather events that includes text/email alerts, social media updates, emergency RSS news feed, important phone numbers, seasonal preparedness information, recovery resources, mobile weather forecast, and links to key county, state and federal emergency agencies.
Social Media
Links to the mobile versions of all official county government social media sites on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr and podcasts on iTunes. Like us, follow us, watch a video, view pictures or listen to podcasts on iTunes through our coordinated social media efforts.
Transportation
Key links to major transportation resources such as the Connector bus, Metro, VRE, bikes, pedestrians, Virginia Department of Transportation and more.
Supervisors
Quick access to our 10-member Board of Supervisors with links to mobile versions of their web pages, meeting schedule, agendas and more.
Search Site
Search our entire website for the information you need or navigate through our mobile website m.fairfaxcounty.gov.
These nine icons can be rearranged to your preferences. Most content can be sent via email or text message. We are already planning more icons, information and features for the next version of the app, including mobile-friendly online services, enhanced mapping tools and more. Wed like to hear your content ideas, too -- email us at [email protected].