Government
The Town of Fairfield is incorporated and governed by the Town Charter, the Town Council, and includes numerous appointed boards, committees, and officials.
As filed with the State of Maine & Maine Municipal Association, the Town of Fairfield operates a Council-Manager form of government whereby the Town Council acts as the Legislative Body/Board of Directors and the Town Manager acts as the Chief Executive Officer. The raising and appropriation of funds for the municipal budget are determined via Annual Town Budget Meeting, at which any registered voter of the Town of Fairfield may participate and vote on articles in the warrant. Municipal government operates within statutorily required municipal services and functions (state & federal law).
Town Council
Town Manager
Boards and Committees
School Board
Charter and Ordinances
Annual Town Budget Meeting
Per Charter, the Annual Town Budget Meeting is held the second Monday of May, at which time the Annual Town Budget Warrant is voted on by registered voters of Fairfield to authorize the collection of taxes, appropriation of funds in the Town Budget, and other items pertinent to the fiscal operation of government.
Participating in Town Government
If you are interested in running for election to the Town Council or being appointed to a board or committee, please submit this completed appointment application to the Town Clerk. Learn more about: running for office.
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