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Topics getting the most attention in Fairfield public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
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City clerk position — elected to appointed
City Clerk Karen Rees announced she won't run again in 2028 and asked the council to put a measure on the November 2026 ballot making the clerk position appointed rather than elected.
1 mentionLast discussed Mar 18, 2026
LowTaxes Budget
City Manager compensation alignment
The city manager gets the same package recently negotiated for department directors: a 3% one-time payment, a small raise in exchange for reduced leave accrual, and a sick leave cap.
1 mentionLast discussed Feb 3, 2026
LowWater Utilities
Micro-trenching for broadband
The city is lifting its ban on micro-trenching to align with state broadband expansion mandates, with restrictions on trench depth and placement to protect streets.
1 mentionLast discussed Feb 3, 2026