Town of Herndon Government

11/07/2019

No recycling collection Monday due to Veteran's Day holiday. Please get your recyclables to curb for Tuesday pickup. Thank you!

11/07/2019

Mayor Merkel briefed business owners new to Herndon on town initiatives and happenings, at the annual Mayor's New Business Breakfast this morning!

11/06/2019

Transportation | Town of Herndon, VA

Metro is coming - and Fairfax County wants YOUR input on bus route alternatives to and from the new stations. Please take this quick survey and let your preferences be heard!

Due to changes in Fairfax County recycle collection, effective immediately the town will no longer accept glass recyclables. Please recycle glass materials in the purple bin at the town's Public Works Complex, 1479 Sterling Road. More information:

11/05/2019

Hey Herndon! Parks & Rec is looking for your most Instagram-worthy selfie spots in town. Grab your friends, your cute kids or puppies (always a hit), head to the caboose or Runnymede Park or (fill in your favorite spot here!) and tag #herndonphotospots. Who knows? You might just be on the next Parks & Rec quarterly brochure cover! #herndonparks #herndon #hipherndon

11/05/2019

Impressive haul!

What weighs 121 pounds? All the candy our wonderful community members donated. Thank you to everyone who contributed. We were able to provide candy for troops overseas and $121 was raised for our scholarship fund.

11/04/2019

Agendas, Minutes & Webcasts | Town of Herndon, VA

Please note, your Town Council is meeting at a work session on Wednesday, Nov 6, 7pm (Not Tuesday, as per usual - so everyone can get out and vote!) On the agenda: a discussion with Fairfax County about Fairfax Connector (bus service) updates related to Metro's arrival in 2020, a resolution to establish the town's 2020 Legislative Program and more. You may now listen to audio of all council work sessions:

Due to changes in Fairfax County recycle collection, effective immediately the town will no longer accept glass recyclables. The town is considering options: in the meantime, please reuse glass containers, recycle at county purple containers, or place glass in trash for collection. More information:

11/04/2019

Kids home today or tomorrow? Bring them to the Herndon Community Center!

Many schools are closed Mon 11/4 & Tues 11/5. The HCC is a great place for kids & families to be active. Mon at 10:30am catch a performance by Mr. Jon & Friends or open gym time, 12-5:15pm. Tues. open gym time, 2:45-5:15pm. Plus there is always the pool! https://www.herndon-va.gov/recreation

11/01/2019

Mayor Merkel, Vice Mayor Olem, Councilmember Friedrichs and a host of family and friends gathered to honor Maryana Gillette James on the occasion of her 100th birthday. Born on Grace Street on November 1, 1919; graduated from HHS in 1936; longtime employee of the Fairfax County School Board; daughter AND wife to past town Mayors; and current resident of Herndon. Happy birthday Mrs. James!

11/01/2019

Herndon now has its own purple dumpster. Glass recyclables, no longer collected during curbside pickup, may be deposited here at the Public Works complex, 1479 Sterling Road.

10/31/2019

Trick-or-treaters are encouraged to get out there early (before 7pm)this evening, before bad weather rolls in. Stay safe everyone!

10/30/2019

The Herndon Town Council honored veterans in the chamber at last night's public hearing, in commemoration of Veteran's Day

10/29/2019

Congrats to Herndon's own Weird Brothers Coffee, going and growing in Herndon - 2nd location opened today at 12825 Worldgate Drive!

10/25/2019

'Tis the season for super-heroes, ghosts, pumpkins and all things Halloween!

Two great events! Tonight Spooktacular, 10/25, 6:30-8pm at the HCC. Sat. a new event - Pumpkin Palooza, 10/26,10am-1pm on the Town Hall Square. Put on your custom and enjoy some fall fun. All the details at http://ow.ly/X6Mo50wSeXh

10/24/2019

The town and Vivacity DC continue preparing for pilot of smart city infrastructure in the downtown, to include LED light poles, free public wi-fi in the downtown, Internet of Things sensor equipment and more. Yesterday, reps from the University of Md and cities of Hyattsville (Md) and Alexandria toured the project with town and Vivacity execs.

10/24/2019

Herndon-Reston Bus Service Review | Connector

Fairfax County is hosting a community meeting next Monday evening, October 28, to get input on developed alternatives for Herndon/Reston bus routes in preparation for Metro's arrival. (PSA: Nats aren't playing that night :)) Meeting is 7-9pm at Herndon Middle School. Details:

10/24/2019

Great turnout and conversation at the Herndon Town Council community roundtable tonight! Thank you to Trinity Presbyterian for hosting us

10/23/2019

The Town Council Roundtable is TONIGHT, 7-9pm, Trinity Presbyterian, 651 Dranesville Rd. See you there!

10/22/2019

10/22/2019

Town of Herndon Government's cover photo

10/22/2019

Please join your Town Council tomorrow evening at this informal, open venue, and let your elected representatives know about the issues that matter to you!

10/21/2019

Floats, weather, neighbors, friends - a perfect way to spend a Saturday morning in Herndon!

Thank you to everyone who participated, supported, and volunteered at the 2019 Herndon Homecoming Parade.

10/18/2019

10/17/2019

Autumnal abundance at the Herndon Farmers’ Market! Now through 12:30pm, in front of the red caboose on Lynn Street. See you at the market!

10/16/2019

Yard Waste and Brush | Town of Herndon, VA

Leaves are falling – and leaf collection is under way! https://www.herndon-va.gov/departments/public-works/refuse-recycling-streets/yard-waste-and-brush

Due to changes in Fairfax County recycle collection, effective immediately the town will no longer accept glass recyclables. The town is considering options: in the meantime, please reuse glass containers, recycle at county purple containers, or place glass in trash for collection. More information:

10/15/2019

Agendas, Minutes & Webcasts | Town of Herndon, VA

Your Town Council meets tonight. The Town Manager will be presenting the town’s FY 2019 Annual Report, outlining the town’s programs and initiatives in the last fiscal year. 7pm, Council Chambers, 765 Lynn Street. See you there, or stream it here: https://www.herndon-va.gov/government/mayor-town-council/agendas-minutes-webcasts

10/11/2019

10/10/2019

Stormwater Management | Town of Herndon, VA

The town is seeking comments on its plan to reduce pollutants that reach the Chesapeake Bay. Review the draft plan here:

Due to changes in Fairfax County recycle collection, effective immediately the town will no longer accept glass recyclables. The town is considering options: in the meantime, please reuse glass containers, recycle at county purple containers, or place glass in trash for collection. More information:

10/10/2019

Town offices are closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous People's Day. Recyclables will be collected Tuesday.

10/10/2019

If you're on a Wednesday trash route and your fall clean-up items weren't picked up, they'll be back today. Thanks!

10/09/2019

Trash and Recycling | Town of Herndon, VA

Driving around town, you may have noticed - it's fall clean-up week! On your trash day. Details on what will and will not be picked up:

Due to changes in Fairfax County recycle collection, effective immediately the town will no longer accept glass recyclables. The town is considering options: in the meantime, please reuse glass containers, recycle at county purple containers, or place glass in trash for collection. More information:

10/08/2019

Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Herndon Centennial Golf Course

10/07/2019

Photos from Town of Herndon Government's post

10/03/2019

Glass | Public Works and Environmental Services

This week, Fairfax County announced that they will no longer accept glass as part of single stream recycling. As a result, the town will no longer accept glass in our curbside recycling collection program. We are looking at options for residents to recycle glass, including participating in Fairfax County’s purple container program, https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/publicworks/recycling-trash/glass. During this transition we encourage residents to reuse glass containers when possible or to recycle glass at the closest purple container located at Reston South Park and Ride, 2531 Reston Parkway. If those are not feasible options, please place glass in the trash for collection. We understand the inconvenience and frustration this may cause and will provide updates as glass collection processes change. Residents whose recyclables are not collected by the town should consult with their collection provider.

10/01/2019

Virginia's first Sprouts officially opens tomorrow, right here in Herndon!

10/01/2019

Signing bonus! Great work environment! Check it out!

Signing bonus plus generous benefits plus supportive work culture - the Town of Herndon's Public Works operations team is hiring! Get details here: https://www.herndon-va.gov/Home/Components/News/News/1874/18

09/30/2019

Due to (much needed) rain, paving on Elden Street won't start until tomorrow. Thanks for your patience!

09/30/2019

Trash and Recycling | Town of Herndon, VA

Fall clean-up is next week! On your trash day only. Do's and don'ts:

Collection of trash and yard waste is provided once a week by the town. Please use the trash collection map to determining your collection days.   

09/27/2019

Public Works Projects | Town of Herndon, VA

Thank you for your patience as the town continues milling and paving, short term pain for long term gain. Next week we will be working on Elden Street, between Center Street and Sterling Road. Info:

Beginning September 24th, roadway, parking and crosswalk markings (striping) will take place on the following newly paved streets in the downtown:  Lynn, Station, Pine and Center Streets

09/27/2019

Perfect activity for a sunny September Sunday!

Nature Fest this Sun, 9/29, 1-5pm. Explore unique nature stations throughout Runnymede Park. Live animal shows throughout the day. FREE admission. Onsite parking is limited, park at the Herndon Police Station, 397 Herndon Pkwy and take free shuttle.

09/26/2019

Sunday, September 29!

Nature Fest this Sun, 9/29, 1-5pm. Explore unique nature stations throughout Runnymede Park. Live animal shows throughout the day. FREE admission. Onsite parking is limited, park at the Herndon Police Station, 397 Herndon Pkwy and take free shuttle.

09/24/2019

Agendas, Minutes & Webcasts | Town of Herndon, VA

Your Town Council meets tonight. On the agenda: recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month and Herndon Arts Week. See you there, or stream it here:

09/24/2019

Comprehensive Planning | Town of Herndon, VA

Public Meeting TOMORROW evening to help shape Herndon's future! 7pm, Council Chambers, 765 Lynn St.

State law requires the local planning commission to prepare and recommend a comprehensive plan; further, the local governing body shall adopt such a plan for the land under its jurisdiction.  (Section 15.2-2223 of the Code of Virginia)

09/20/2019

The Town of Herndon is embarking on significant roadway improvement projects to prepare for Metro's arrival in 2020. Bookmark herndon-va.gov/OntheMove to stay on top of project developments!

09/18/2019

Health Department Issues Rabies Alert for Herndon Area | Health

Rabies alert from the Fairfax County Health Dept:

09/17/2019

Well deserved!

Last night we gathered to recognize the promotion of of several of our officers. Best of luck in your new roles at HPD!
Captain Stephen Thompson
Lieutenant Justin Dyer
Sergeant Chad Findley
Corporal Lora Baker
Corporal Jon Sorg
L to R: Chief Maggie DeBoard, Cpl. Sorg, Cpl. Baker, Sgt. Findley, Lt. Dyer, Cpt. Thompson, and Captain Brad Anzengruber