About the City of Fairbanks

The City of Fairbanks is located in the heart of Alaska’s interior on the banks of the Chena River in the Tanana Valley.  The City has a population of 31,142 residents and serves as the seat of the government for the Fairbanks North Star Borough, population  97,581.  Fairbanks is a home rule city with a strong mayor/council form of government and serves as the region’s service and supply center for Interior Alaska. The Fairbanks economy is heavily supported by mining, tourism, the University of Alaska, and the military.  Fairbanks is the home of the Yukon Quest, World Ice Art Championships, Tanana Valley State Fair, and Golden Days Celebration. Fairbanks also hosts the Open North American Dog Races, the Midnight Sun Run, the Equinox marathon, the World Eskimo and Indian Olympics, the Festival of Native Arts, the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival and numerous athletic, cultural, and community events.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the City of Fairbanks to provide quality essential services to all City residents to ensure Fairbanks is a vibrant place to live, work, thrive, and visit. 

Vision Statement

It is the vision of the City of Fairbanks to celebrate the uniqueness of Fairbanks while acknowledging our past, present, and future. 

Objective

The City of Fairbanks' objective is to provide outstanding essential services to City residents.  Essential services include not just the visible activities of police, fire, and public works employees, but also the creation and maintenance of community infrastructure, promotion of safe housing and construction standards, and the sound management of community assets. 

Goals

1. Provide quality customer service with operational efficiency
2. Strive for a safe and clean community
3. Engage community through effective communication
4. Maintain and ensure strong financial management

**Adopted by Resolution No. 4841 on August 20, 2018