A neighborhood interview about my campaign, our community, and what we can accomplish together
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
I wanted to share a special interview about my campaign for Mayor, conducted right here in my own neighborhood at the beautiful Country Club Hills Commons Pavilion, alongside our natural forest and stream.
My hope is that this interview will give residents and voters an opportunity to get to know me a little better — not just as a candidate or City Council member, but as a neighbor, in a relaxed and personal conversation about our community and its future.
Shortly after our Labor Day campaign kickoff, Annette Schmitz, co-founder and host of The County Edit, joined me for a spontaneous conversation she titled “Stone Soup and Shady Streets: The Climate Strategist Running for Fairfax City Mayor.”
We talked about why I'm running, my experience in public service, the challenges and opportunities facing Fairfax, and my commitment to protecting our trees, natural environment, and quality of life through thoughtful, balanced growth.
One especially enjoyable topic was our Labor Day community celebration, where neighbors volunteered their artistic talents and we turned Old Town Fairfax into a stage for three local dance groups! It was a wonderful celebration of our city's beauty, charm, and community spirit — and inspired my idea for a future Mayor's Neighborhood Dance Festival, bringing together talent from across Fairfax.
Perhaps most importantly, we discussed how the Mayor can help bring residents, neighborhoods, businesses, and city government together to accomplish more than any could alone. My professional experience and commitment to Fairfax have convinced me that bringing people together to achieve common goals is one of the most important roles of the Mayor.
Watch my interview with The County Edit:
Please Vote! Early Voting Continues This Weekend!
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, and every vote matters! Voting is your opportunity to help determine who represents you and makes decisions affecting Fairfax's future.
Early Voting Schedule
Early voting is available at Fairfax City Hall
10455 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA
Saturday, October 24: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday, October 25: Noon–5:00 PM
Weekdays: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Final early voting day, Saturday, October 31: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
If you haven't voted already, please make a plan to participate. Our city's future depends on an informed and engaged community.
Help Us Finish Strong!
With Election Day approaching, we're working hard to reach voters throughout Fairfax, and we could use your help!
We're looking for volunteers to distribute yard signs, help at the polls during early voting and on Election Day, and spread the word to friends and neighbors.
We're also actively seeking donations to support the final stage of our campaign, including voter outreach and communications. Every contribution, no matter how small, is welcome and appreciated!
If you can volunteer or contribute, please reach out. Your support makes a real difference.
Thank you for your friendship, encouragement, and commitment to our wonderful city. I hope you enjoy the interview!
Warm regards,
Thomas D. “Tom” Peterson
City Council Member | Candidate for Mayor
Finding Common Ground. Building Fairfax's Future.