Fairfax has 5 councilmembers, who are all elected at large for 4-year terms. Each year at their December meeting, the Fairfax Town Council rotates the positions of mayor and vice mayor, selecting from among its members the new mayor and vice mayor. All councilmembers have the chance to serve as mayor and/or vice mayor during their term of office.
Learn more about the Fairfax Town Council.