Board of Selectpersons (Special Meeting) - 6/2/2026

The FairTV Government Board of Selectpersons held a special meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing on several community development and administrative matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of applications under the Neighborhood Assistance Act, allowing businesses to claim tax credits for donations to qualified community programs, and the approval of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) annual action plan for $480,000 to support affordable housing and community development initiatives. The board also approved lease extensions for parking spaces leased to local businesses and Fairfield University, with a proposed cost of living adjustment for these leases. Additionally, the board discussed updates to department head benefits and reviewed a compensation study to ensure salaries align with market rates. The meeting included a detailed discussion on the implementation and funding of speed cameras in school zones, addressing community concerns about signage and enforcement, with an emphasis on using generated revenue for program support and road safety initiatives. Motions related to tax refunds totaling $42,279.65 were also approved. No new contracts or RFPs were directly awarded during this meeting, but several policy and budget decisions were made that could influence future procurement activities.