City first responders invite city residents and business owners to launch an account with Community Connect, a database that allows users to create and maintain online life safety profiles.

This voluntary program allows users to choose what information to include in their profile. All information is secure and accessible only to first responders at the time of dispatch.

Account information may include:

• Occupant names and contact phone numbers
• Building structure details
• Presence of security system and Knox Box
• Pets
• Information about occupants with functional needs

The system verifies account information for safety purposes. All individuals at a single address are included in a single account. Click here, or on the Community Connect graphic at the top of this page, for more information.

The database updates some functions to reflect current public safety issues. New services include:

• Residents may request a smoke alarm inspection or installation from the city fire department.
• Business owners and commercial property managers may name a point-of -contact to be notified of any calls to their business
• Property managers may be notified to assist fire personnel with building amenities (unlocking doors and calling elevators to the ground floor for faster access to the building).

Be sure to update your account as needed: simply visit fairfaxva.gov/CommunityConnect at your convenience for quick, prompt changes.

Info: email, 703-385-7940