Town of Herndon Government

05/15/2019

We love our businesses! From yoga to flowers to tech to framing, Mayor Lisa Merkel marked National Small Business Week by visiting small businesses in Herndon!

05/15/2019

Herndon Festival

Bring on the FUN! The 39th Herndon Festival will be held May 30-June 2 at a new location - Northwest Federal Credit Union. Make it easy to get to the Festival, ride our free shuttle bus from Herndon High School or the Peraton building off Worldgate Drive. All the details at http://www.herndonfestival.net/

05/09/2019

Herndon Parks and Recreation Department

Tomorrow Vine St. will be repaved from 9am-3pm. You might want to plan a little extra time to get to the HCC.

05/09/2019

Farmers' Market | Town of Herndon, VA

It's Farmers Market Day! Come on down, open until 12:30pm
https://www.herndon-va.gov/about-us/living-in-herndon/farmer-s-market

05/07/2019

Town of Herndon Government's cover photo

05/03/2019

There's still time to check out the Big Trucks! Until 7pm this evening

05/02/2019

Big Truck Days runs all day tomorrow, 9am - 7pm!

Join HPD and Town of Herndon Government Department of Public Works for Big Truck Days! It goes today until 3pm and runs tomorrow 9am-7pm. 🚜🚓🏍🚍

04/30/2019

It's a fifth Tuesday of the month, which means no Town Council meeting. Looking for your councilmembers tonight? Wouldn't be surprised if two or three (or more) were hanging out here. Get outside and enjoy!

04/29/2019

Respect to our Herndon Police Dept colleagues, as they mourn the loss of K9 Leon.

The Herndon Police Department Honor Guard stands final watch over K9 Leon. Leon was medically retired in February due to illness. He lost his battle to cancer on Thursday. Thank you for your service, Leon. His partner, PFC Ashman, and his family are in our thoughts.
🖤💙🖤 #k9 #herndonpd

04/29/2019

Town of Herndon Government's cover photo

04/29/2019

Big Truck Days | Town of Herndon, VA

And here are the Big Truck Days details:

The Department of Public Works will host its annual BIG TRUCK DAYS on May 2nd and May 3rd. This is a fun opportunity for children and parents to see some of the town's big trucks and heavy equipment up close and learn more about their operation. Light refreshments will be available and souvenirs wil...

04/29/2019

Big Truck Days - May 2 & 3!

04/25/2019

Town Budget | Town of Herndon, VA

Following two public hearings, on Tuesday evening the Town Council adopted a budget for the town's 2020 fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2019. Get details here:

Following two public hearings and after receiving input from citizens online and in person, the Herndon Town Council has adopted a FY 2020 Budget of $53,932,691, a 10.4 percent decrease from the adopted FY 2019 Budget. The town’s FY 2020 begins July 1, 2019 and extends to June 30, 2020.

04/24/2019

Scenes from the Herndon Farmers' Market. Tomorrow morning, 8am- 12:30pm. Hope to see you there!

Happy Opening Day of the Farmers Market! Open until 12:30 pm, 777 Lynn Street. See you there!

04/24/2019

What do you want to be when you grow up? Vice Mayor Olem and Councilmembers Friedrichs and Baker visited with Herndon Elementary School students on Career Day, talking up the rewards of running for public office! #HerndonTownCouncil2036

04/23/2019

It's almost Festival season!

We are counting down the days until the 39th Annual Herndon Festival! Hope you can join us at our new location, Northwest Federal Credit Union, 200 Spring Street. Over 50 performances to enjoy http://www.herndonfestival.net/entertainment.html

04/23/2019

Mayor Lisa Merkel enjoyed meeting with Naren Aryal, CEO of Mascot Books, which offers professional publication services to authors. Would your Town of Herndon business welcome a visit from the Mayor? Let us know at [email protected].

04/22/2019

Agendas, Minutes & Webcasts | Town of Herndon, VA

Your Town Council anticipates voting on the FY2020 Budget at tomorrow evening's meeting, following a public hearing. Let the council know what matters to you! Meeting begins at 7pm in the Council Chambers, 765 Lynn Street.

04/18/2019

Happy Opening Day of the Farmers Market! Open until 12:30 pm, 777 Lynn Street. See you there!

04/15/2019

The Herndon Farmers' Market opens this Thursday! 8am-12:30pm, on Lynn Street. Come on down!

04/12/2019

Adorable! Buckle up, everyone

SPO Narvaez installed a car seat for sweet Lily in her grandma's car. Grandma wanted to make sure her most precious cargo is as safe as possible. If you have a car seat that needs to be installed or checked for safety, call us at 703-435-6846. #herndonpd 👶💙

04/11/2019

Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project | Town of Herndon, VA

Comstock received site plan approval for the Herndon downtown redevelopment project earlier this week. Next step is a public hearing in front of the Heritage Preservation Review Board, date tbd. Bookmark this page and stay on top of the project:

Details of the Town of Herndon downtown redevelopment project RFP.

04/09/2019

Town Budget | Town of Herndon, VA

The first of two public hearings on the town's proposed FY 2020 Budget is tonight. How do you want your tax dollars spent? Come let the Town Council know your priorities!

Herndon Town Manager William H. Ashton II has proposed a FY 2020 Budget of $53,651,691, a 10.9 percent decrease from the adopted FY 2019 Budget. The town’s FY 2020 begins July 1, 2019 and extends to June 30, 2020.

04/09/2019

Many, many things make Herndon unique - but none more so than the commitment and energy of our volunteers!

Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who attended the Mayor’s Volunteer Appreciation Reception. Congratulations and we are grateful for all the amazing work the honorees contribute to our community. Griffin Owen Insurance Group, received the Distinguished Corporate Service Award. Clair Jones was chosen as the Distinguished Teen Volunteer. Carl Vassar, Naila Alam, and Margaret Jamborsky received Distinguished Service Awards.

04/08/2019

Trash and Recycling | Town of Herndon, VA

This week! Get your clutter to the curb, on your trash day only

Collection of trash and yard waste is provided once a week by the town. Recycling is currently collected on Wednesdays. You may find the Trash Collection Map helpful in determining your current collection day. In order to increase collection efficiency, as of  August 5, 2019 a new schedule for tras...

04/04/2019

Trash and Recycling | Town of Herndon, VA

Spring clean-up next week - on your trash day only!

Collection of trash and yard waste is provided once a week by the town. Recycling is currently collected on Wednesdays. You may find the Trash Collection Map helpful in determining your current collection day. In order to increase collection efficiency, as of  August 5, 2019 a new schedule for tras...

04/04/2019

Saturday!!

This Saturday - Park and Stream Clean-Up and FREE Shred Event at Runnymede Park. Do your part to help care for the environment and beautify our community. The clean-up starts at 8am and the shred event starts at 9am. You can volunteer at our park and stream clean-up and bring your documents to our free and secure shred service. Thanks to Stohlman Subaru of Sterling for joining us on Sat. and sponsoring the event. To volunteer for the park and stream clean-up call 703-435-6800 x2014.

04/02/2019

Town Budget | Town of Herndon, VA

Town Manager Bill Ashton has presented his proposed FY2020 Budget to the Town Council, which will hold public hearings April 9 and 23 to get citizen input before voting to adopt the budget. You can also submit your comments online- either way, they're your tax dollars. Let your elected representatives know how you want them spent! herndon-va.gov/budget

Herndon Town Manager William H. Ashton II has proposed a FY 2020 Budget of $53,651,691, a 10.9 percent decrease from the adopted FY 2019 Budget. The town’s FY 2020 begins July 1, 2019 and extends to June 30, 2020.

04/01/2019

It's April, which means the Herndon Festival kicks off next month! May 30 - June 2, at a NEW location - Northwest Federal Credit Union

The Herndon Festival has created many happy memories over the past 38 years! Hope you can join us and make more May 30-June 2. Here's a little #TBT going back to 2009-2011. Recognize anyone? Share your photos and memories.

03/29/2019

Way to represent, Mayor Lisa Merkel!

Last night we had the pleasure of hosting the Official Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce Ignite Mixer / Speaker Series titled Herndon Evolution. Our keynote speaker Mayor Lisa Merkel took us through the history of Herndon, Virginia all the way through current development project and plans and unique characteristics making us the genuine Next-generation Small Town. Thank you to all involved in making this great event possible in particular: Town of Herndon Government and Mayor Lisa Merkel, Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, Casey's Automotive, ArtSpace Herndon, Jimmy's Old Town Tavern, PJ Mulligans, Pure Perfection LLC, Pinot's Palette, Veloce Deli, Sweet Signatures, Nextstop Theatre Company, Cassidy Design and all of the wonderful Businesses and Guests who attended the Mixer. We hope to see you all at the Ribbon Cutting on May 2nd, 2019.

03/27/2019

On behalf of a grateful town, the Herndon Town Council recognized Vietnam Veteran's Day at last night's public hearing.

03/25/2019

Doesn't look a day over 29 :) Happy birthday Herndon Community Center!

Happy 40th Anniversary Herndon Community Center! Celebrate with us on Monday, March 25. Enjoy free admission all day, 40 days for $40 pass sale, snacks, scavenger hunt, and fitness tips. Thank you to everyone who has worked out or participated in a HCC class or program. Let’s celebrate the past 40 years and hope for a healthier and stronger community for the decades to come.

03/22/2019

So, 4 year old kids in 1986 are now - 37!! Happy 40th birthday, Herndon Community Center!

#TBT Can you recognize anyone in these photos? The HCC has proudly served our community for 40 years! Let’s celebrate the past 40 years and hope for a healthier and stronger community for the decades to come. Join us Monday, 3/25 to enjoy FREE admission to the HCC and special anniversary activities.Thank you to everyone who has worked out or participated in a HCC class or program.

03/21/2019

This is a hands-on, up-close-and-personal way to learn about law enforcement and the Herndon Police Department!

Enrollment for our Youth Police Academy is NOW OPEN! Don't miss out on this great opportunity. Enrollment is limited to 20 and filled on a first come basis.
June 24-28, 9am-1pm
Download the information and application here: https://bit.ly/2UCC4DY. #herndonpd

03/19/2019

Keynote by Mayor Merkel -Thursday, March 28!

03/13/2019

Town of Herndon, VA | Home

Minutes from the Town Council's March 2 Roundtable are now online at herndon-va.gov (see "News"). Great turnout and valuable input!

03/11/2019

Herndon Police Chief Maggie A. DeBoard, recognized for her leadership on #internationalwomensday

On this #InternationalWomen’s Day, we honor Herndon Police Chief Maggie DeBoard, VACP Second Vice President. Chief DeBoard also serves as president of the Fairfax, Virginia based Police Unity Tour – Chapter IV, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty, and raising funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund in Washington, D.C.
Thank you to all of our outstanding women officers. You are the best!

03/08/2019

Town of Herndon Government's cover photo

03/08/2019

Hey Herndon Parks and Recreation Department - thanks for the reminder!

Remember daylight saving time begins Sunday at 2am. Set our clocks forward one hour before you go to bed. We look forward to seeing you at the HCC on Sunday!

03/06/2019

Mayor Merkel talked all things Herndon with attendees at today's "Grow with Google" event, the tech company's initiative with local libraries (in this case, Herndon Fortnightly!) to help job seekers and small businesses harness the power of technology.

03/04/2019

Wooboi Chicken at 139 Spring Street is officially open for your business!

03/02/2019

Great dialogue this morning between Town Councilmembers, citizens and business owners #herndon

03/02/2019

Come on down to the Herndon Municipal Center and meet your Town Councilmembers! Community Roundtable, until 11am

03/01/2019

Herndon Community Center

All those schools are delayed for Friday March 1st all Parks and Recreation programs and activities are on as scheduled. The Community center and Tennis bubble will open on time. Check back here for any updates in the morning.

02/28/2019

Kick off your weekend by chatting with your elected representatives about the issues that matter to you!