First Selectman Mike Tetreau is pleased to announce that the Town of Fairfield is seeking Fairfield residents who are interested in being considered to serve as volunteers on various new and existing Boards and Commissions. Due to political party balance requirements, as specified in the Town Charter, some positions have party restrictions.

First Selectman Tetreau said, “Fairfield is fortunate to have a high caliber of residents who volunteer on dozens and dozens of town boards and commissions. These dedicated residents, both past and present, not only serve as the backbone to our community, but help our Town run smoothly because of their expertise, dedication and hard work. I look forward to more residents getting involved!”

Residents interested in being considered as a candidate for any one of the following new or existing positions should e-mail a copy of their resume and a completed Boards and Commissions Questionnaire Form (available on the Town website at www.fairfieldct.org/getaform) to firstselectmanffld@town.fairfield.ct.us. Please contact Kathleen Griffin in the First Selectman’s with any questions at 203-256-3031 or kgriffin@town.fairfield.ct.us.

NEW COMMITTEES: The Town is seeking volunteer residents to serve on two new committees - a permanent Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee and, pending RTM approval, a FairTV Commission.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee (Appointed by Board of Selectmen)
The Board of Selectmen is looking for nine members to serve on a permanent Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee.

This new permanent Committee will allow the Town to have a standing body to monitor and advocate the implementation of Fairfield’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (2013). The Committee will work with various public, private, academic, and non-profit institutions to help build a safer and more enjoyable walking and bicycling environment for all residents and visitors.

The meeting date and time of the Committee will be determined once the Committee is formed. For more information on the temporary Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Advisory Committee that created the Master Plan, as well as to view a copy of the Master Plan, please go to http://www.fairfieldct.org/bike.

FairTV Commission (Appointing Body To Be Determined)
Pending adoption of legislation by the RTM, the Town will also be forming a FairTV Commission later in the fall. The Board of Selectmen is looking for residents interested in being considered for this new Commission. The primary responsibility of the FairTV Commission will be oversight of the development and operation of educational and government access television programming in Fairfield. For more information on the current temporary FairTV Operational Committee, please go to http://www.fairfieldct.org/fairtv.

EXISTING COMMITTEES: The Town is seeking volunteer residents to fill vacancies on the following eight committees.

Affordable Housing Committee (Appointed by Board of Selectmen)
• One vacancy
• Any registered voter
• Four-year term (11/2011 – 11/2015)
• Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the 2nd floor conference room of Old Town Hall
• www.fairfieldct.org/ahc  
• The Affordable Housing Committee is responsible for studying the need for affordable housing in Fairfield; making an inventory of sites within the town that may be suitable for affordable housing and tracking the availability of those sites; and studying sources of funds for affordable housing.

Cable Advisory Council Area 2 (Appointed by First Selectman)
• One vacancy
• Any registered voter
• Two-year term (7/2013 – 7/2015)
• Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm; location varies
• www.cacarea2.com  
• The Cable Advisory Council of Area 2 provides, through its Representatives, a vision to the participating towns to promote quality Community Access Television. The Council also provides guidance and leadership when called upon. The Council is an ongoing asset for Cable Area 2 with the support of Cablevision.

Fairfield Housing Authority Board (Appointed by First Selectman)
• One vacancy
• Any registered voter
• Five-year term (11/2011 – 11/2016)
• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 15 Pine Tree Lane at 6:00 pm
• www.fairfieldct.org/housingauthority  
• The Fairfield Housing Authority Board votes on policies, procedures and actions that are in compliance with State/Local laws and HUD regulations and guidelines.

Fairfield Parking Authority Board (Appointed by First Selectman)
• One vacancy
• Any registered voter
• Five-year term (11/2013 – 11/2018)
• Meets the last Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm in Sullivan Independence Hall
• www.fairfieldct.org/rail  
• The Fairfield Parking Authority Board is responsible for the oversight of parking lots at the Fairfield Center and Southport railroad stations.

Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority Board (Appointed by Board of Selectmen and RTM)
• One vacancy
• Four-year term (11/2012 – 11/2016)
• Any registered voter (non-democrat preferred)
• Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at 1 Cross Street, Bridgeport, CT
• www.gogbt.com  
• Greater Bridgeport Transit Authority (GBT) serves the cities of Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford and Trumbull, with extended services provided to Shelton, Monroe and Derby. GBT is governed by a 10 member Board of Commissioners; Bridgeport has 4 representatives on the Board and the other member towns have 2 representatives.

Harbor Management Commission (Appointed by Board of Selectmen and RTM)
• One vacancy (alternate)
• Any registered voter
• Two-year term (11/2013-11/2015)
• Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 4:30 pm in the second floor conference room of Sullivan Independence Hall
• www.fairfieldct.org/hmc  
• The Harbor Management Commission is charged with implementing the Town’s adopted management plan for Southport Harbor.

Solid Waste & Recycling Commission (Appointed by Board of Selectmen)
• Two vacancies
• Any registered voter
• Four-year term (11/2010-11/2014 and 11/2012 – 11/2016)
• Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 7:30 pm
• www.fairfieldct.org/swrc  
• The Commission oversees the Town’s Department of Solid Waste and Recycling and the Town transfer station, where private haulers and Town residents bring garbage, recyclables and yard waste.

Town Facilities Commission (Appointed by Board of Selectmen and approved by RTM)
• One vacancy (alternate)
• Any registered voter
• Three-year term (7/2013-7/2016)
• Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm in Old Town Hall
• www.fairfieldct.org/tfc  
• The Town Facilities Commission oversees all municipal and school construction projects in Town and advises individual building committees that have been set up to accomplish those projects.