Category: Forum Newsletter

Forum Newsletter for all FIA members

Join KCK Chamber on 5-29-24 for their B2B Expo

The KCK Chamber's B2B Expo on May 21st, 2024 is an unmissable event for businesses, entrepreneurs, and FIA members to connect and discover new services and products, as well as...Read More

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Update on Infrastructure Projects in Fairfax District

Some recent updates on current construction projects in the Fairfax district: K5 Bridge: KDOT maintenance just patched an area in the passing lane (left lane) on the outbound side of the K-5...Read More

Posted in April 2024 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged constructionLeave a comment

Quindaro Peace & Arts District Event on 2/27/24

In support of our neighboring community, FIA is sharing info on this event with our members. In honor of the Quindaro Peace & Arts District's launch, Boston Daniels, Corp. invites...Read More

Posted in February 2024 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged eventLeave a comment

February 2024 Luncheon Recap

Thank you to all those who attended this month's luncheon with David Johnston, the new County Administrator for the Unified Government of WyCo. He shared some updates on the budget...Read More

Posted in February 2024 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged luncheon, WyCoLeave a comment

Update Infrastructure Projects in Fairfax

Some recent updates on select construction projects in the Fairfax district: K5 Bridge: • Plans are currently in development for a bridge re-deck/repair for the K-5 bridge over the UP...Read More

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FIA Trivia: Recognize this location?

Get ready for some thrilling FIA Trivia! Can you recognize this locale? It's our very own Fairfax Trafficway appearing in the sensational 1967 movie "In Cold Blood", as it nears...Read More

Posted in Forum Newsletter, January 2024 NewsletterTagged I-70, triviaLeave a comment

Happy New Year! Looking back at 2023

This has been an exciting year and in celebration of all of the events, we prepared this slideshow with highlights from 2023. Enjoy! [smartslider3 slider="45"] We are also working on...Read More

Posted in December 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterLeave a comment

Road Closure Announcement at Sunshine and Fiberglass Road

Last week, Andy Roddy from the Unified Government of Wyandotte County shared a road closure at Sunshine and Fiberglass Roads for infrastructure improvements. Weather dependent, this will likely continue through...Read More

Posted in December 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged construction, road closure2 Comments

Recap: Donation Drive with Empire Candle

The perfect way to give back to those in need in our community, Empire Candle Co., LLC had their 3rd annual donation drive on November 4, 2023. FIA supported this fundraiser and we...Read More

Posted in Forum Newsletter, November 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

Recap: FIA Holiday Happy Hour at J. Rieger & Co.

Special thanks to all those who attended our FIA Happy Hour last week at J. Rieger & Co. We had a great time for our last Fairfax event of 2023!...Read More

Posted in Forum Newsletter, November 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, October 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, October 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, October 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, October 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, September 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, September 2023 NewsletterTagged donation drive, fundraiserLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, September 2023 NewsletterTagged camera, KCKPD, securityLeave a comment

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

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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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, July 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

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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

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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

Posted in April 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged luncheon, political, presentation, property appraisal, Senator MarshallLeave a comment

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

Posted in April 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged bannersLeave a comment

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

Posted in April 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged repairLeave a comment

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

Posted in April 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged KCKPDLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, March 2023 NewsletterTagged repairsLeave a comment

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

Posted in Forum Newsletter, March 2023 NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in February 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in February 2023 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterLeave a comment

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

Posted in December 2022 Newsletter, Forum NewsletterTagged Fairfax Drainage District, Happy HourLeave a comment

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