FIA Board Election
Every year half of the FIA Board member positions come up for election. Class A board members are elected on even years and Class B are elected on odd years....Read More
Author: Melissa Clark
Recap: FIA Luncheon with Royals Broadcaster, Ryan Lefebvre
Thank you to all who attended this month's FIA luncheon with Royals Broadcaster, Ryan Lefebvre. This was a great opportunity for FIA members to connect and learn about the local...Read More
Update on gas line replacement work in the Fairfax District
The Kansas Gas Line Replacement Project in Fairfax is now at Sunshine & Fiberglass Rd Intersection (click here) (will take approx. 3 weeks) and Fiberglass to McCormick location (click here)...Read More
Virtual Event with Unified Government
The Unified Government is in the process of developing an economic strategy and wants Fairfax business input! Please take the time to participate in this online event so Fairfax can...Read More
KCKPD Halloween Donations Drive
The East Patrol Division of KCKPD has organized a community event scheduled for October 26th, providing an excellent opportunity for the FIA community to contribute to children during this Halloween...Read More
Empire Candle Donation Drive
The perfect way to give back to those in need in our community, Empire Candle Co., LLC will be having their 3rd annual donation drive on November 4, 2023. FIA is supporting this...Read More
KCKPD Security Camera Program
Thank you to all those who attended the recent session with the KCKPD on the security camera program in our district. This was a great opportunity for businesses to learn...Read More
Recap: August, 2023 Luncheon with Congressman Jake LaTurner
Thank you to all who attended this month's FIA luncheon with Congressman Jake LaTurner. This was a great opportunity for FIA members to connect and learn about the local political...Read More
SECURITY ALERT – Have you seen this vehicle or suspect?
On 7/27, a suspect was captured on security camera as he tried to break into one of the warehouses at CertainTeed. It occurred at 10:42 AM and he appears to...Read More
Recap: Happy Hour at Shop Cigar Lounge
Thank you to all who attended this month's happy hour at the Shop Cigar Lounge located in the historical Strawberry Hill. This was a great opportunity for FIA members to...Read More
May, 2023 Luncheon Recap
Thank you for taking part in this month's luncheon with Mará Rose Williams from the Kansas City Star as our featured speaker. This was a great opportunity for Mará to...Read More
Recap: April 2023 FIA Luncheon with Senator Roger Marshall
Thank you for taking part in this month's luncheon with Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. as our featured speaker. This was a great opportunity for Senator Marshall to share some key...Read More
Now Available: NEW 100 Year Anniversary Commemorative Fairfax District Banners
Purchase our NEW 100 Year Anniversary Fairfax District Banners, with your company logo to be proudly displayed in our district. $395 per banner and you can purchase multiple banners for multiple coverage in the...Read More
Construction Update: Pipeline repairs
KS Gas recently shared this notice related to pipeline replacements at the following locations in the Fairfax District. If you have any questions or concerns during the construction process, please...Read More
KCKPD Incident Reports
Maintaining our commitment to safety and keeping you informed, we would like to share some recent incidents in the district. March 19th: Fairfax had another street car racing incident on...Read More
Fairfax Trafficway & K5 Highway Updates
Keeping you informed, here are some updates related to road closures and repairs within our district. FAIRFAX TRAFFICWAY UPDATE This lane on Fairfax Trafficway was closed due to infrastructure issues...Read More
2023 March Madness Luncheon Recap
Just in time for March Madness, we had our Watch Event at Argosy Casino on March 9th. With a buffet and cash bar, this was a great opportunity for FIA...Read More
Report an issue in our district
Whether it's a railroad crossing issue, pothole our defective street light, there are many ways in which you can report these issues so that they get fixed. To make it...Read More
February 2023 Luncheon Recap
Thank you to all those members who attended our FIA luncheon on February 9th with Mayor Tyrone Garner. Also in attendance was Commissioner Tom Burroughs, Commissioner Melissa Bynum, Commissioner Mike...Read More
Recap: Holiday Happy Hour
Thank you to all those members who attended our FIA Holiday Happy Hour. Held at Hilton Garden Inn, this was a time for FIA members to celebrate and connect....Read More
November, 2022 Luncheon Recap (Photo Slideshow)
Thank you to all who attended last month's luncheon with Chris Admire from the Veterans Community Project. This was a great opportunity for FIA members to connect and learn more...Read More
Give back this Giving Tuesday with United Way of Kansas City
This year, United Way of Greater Kansas City it excited to announce Give Your Time on Giving Tuesday. This is a great way to donate your time as a volunteer...Read More
2022 Festival Recap (Photo Slideshow)
HAPPY 100th ANNIVERSARY, FAIRFAX!!! Since the ribbon cutting for our new Fairfax lights in June, through Fairfax night at the Kansas City Monarchs in July, our special August luncheon with...Read More
Recap of September 15th Luncheon at Wyandotte County Historical Museum (VIDEO)
Thank you for all those who attended this month's FIA 100th Anniversary Luncheon at Wyandotte County Historical Museum on 9/15. This exclusive event featured the Fairfax 100th Anniversary Exhibit and the second unveiling...Read More
Proclamation: Celebrating Fairfax Founding Day
September 14, 2022 marks the day the Fairfax District was founded 100 years ago. During our recent luncheon, Mayor Garner presented a proclamation of this milestone event. Here's the proclamation...Read More
Fairfax Historical Video: Celebrating 100 Years of Fairfax
In 1922, the Fairfax District was created to bring Industry to the Midwest Region. With it's ease in access of rail, road and waterway, the District quickly became a booming...Read More
Fairfax Fire Station Voted to be Re-Opened!
The Unified Government Board of Commissioners voted last night to RE-OPEN OUR FAIRFAX FIRE STATION! Plans are to have it re-opened by this November 2022. FIA has strongly opposed ever...Read More
Volunteers Needed for 2022 Festival
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Do you have some people at your business that can help us out? It takes a village to put this festival on. Please volunteer and help...Read More
August, 2022 Luncheon Recap with Esther George (VIDEO)
Thank you to all those who recently attended this month’s Special Fairfax 100th Anniversary Luncheon with Esther George, President of Federal Reserve Bank held at the Truman Library. This was...Read More
Highlights from Fairfax Family Night at the Monarchs
Fairfax Wins Big at Monarchs Game Fairfax Family Night Breaks Group Sales Record Thank you to everyone who supported and came out to the Fairfax Family Night with the Monarchs....Read More