Scott Silverthorne

City of Fairfax takes steps to embrace Mason community

As Fairfax takes steps to embrace George Mason University, questions are raised about the changing relationship between the university and the community.

VIDEO: Connect2Mason speaks with Fairfax Mayor Scott Silverthorne

On Saturday, April 6, Connect2Mason sat down with Scott Silverthorne, mayor of the City of Fairfax. Silverthorne spoke about the changing relationship between George Mason University and the city, affordable housing projects and his favorite places in Fairfax. 

Mason and local elected officials meet to discuss new policies and projects

George Mason University staff and local elected officials met to provide updates on current projects between Mason and the community.

The Fairfax Campus Advisory Board, established in 2011, meets about four times a year to discuss ongoing projects and issues between Mason, the City of Fairfax and Fairfax County.