Fairfield meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Fairfield Recreation Commission Plans Fall Events; Two Boards Cancel Meetings

The Fairfield Recreation Commission met on August 18 and discussed upcoming fall programs, though it took no formal votes. The same day, the Zoning Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting, and the Planning Board cancelled its August 11 workshop. No other decisions were recorded in the past two weeks.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission held a regular/work meeting on August 18, according to official minutes. No formal decisions or votes were recorded. Members discussed the fall sports schedule, including a Soccer Day with MAC on September 12, a Football Pep Rally on September 8, and the Dare Bowl on October 18. They also discussed a Senior Barbeque scheduled for September 10 and a Trunk or Treat event on October 30. The meeting adjourned to executive session to discuss personnel matters.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 18. Application 2021-22 (2) by FOH Fairfield Limited, LLC has been carried to the September 15, 2026 meeting. The cancellation notice lists no items for discussion or decision.

A separate agenda item for the same date, also for the Zoning Board, lists new business: Application 2021-22 (2) by FOH Fairfield Limited, LLC for properties at 129, 131, and 137 Fairfield Road (Block 4702, Lot 1.01), with reports from engineers, planners, fire, police, and the chief. That agenda also includes memorialization of Resolution 2026-3, a C variance for Michael and Lois Hammer at 7 John Street (Block 4702, Lot 1.01); approval of minutes from the July 21, 2026 regular meeting; and approval of invoices from Margo Biblin (#202613), Louis Rago, Esq. (#26-6-2109, #26-7-2110, #26-7-2111, #26-7-2112), and Burgis Associates, Inc. (#49459). Because the meeting was cancelled, these items were not acted on.

Planning Board

The Planning Board workshop meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. The notice was issued by Steve Bury, Township Engineer/Planning Board Secretary, in accordance with New Jersey law. No business items were scheduled.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days. The Zoning Board of Adjustment has postponed Application 2021-22 (2) to its September 15, 2026 meeting, which may be of interest to residents near 129–137 Fairfield Road.

Fairfield cancels three meetings; no decisions made

No decisions were made at Fairfield's recent government meetings because all three scheduled meetings were cancelled. The cancellations were announced in accordance with state law, and no items were considered.

Meeting cancellations

Planning Board workshop (July 28) — The Fairfield Planning Board's July 28, 2026 workshop meeting was cancelled. The cancellation notice was issued by the Township Engineer/Planning Board Secretary.

Zoning Board of Adjustment (August 4) — The Fairfield Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at 230 Fairfield Road was cancelled. The cancellation notice was issued by the Township Engineer/Planning Board Secretary.

Environmental Commission (August 5) — The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at 230 Fairfield Road was cancelled in accordance with state law.

No votes were taken, and no dollar amounts or other actions were reported for any of these meetings.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are scheduled in the next 14 days, according to the provided data.

Fairfield Meeting Roundup: Zoning, Recreation Boards on Agenda; Planning Session Cancelled

Fairfield's recent boards held no recorded votes in the past two weeks — all three meetings on the calendar are listed as agenda-only with minutes not yet published, and one was cancelled outright. Here is what was scheduled and what residents should know.

Zoning Board of Adjustment — July 21

The Board of Adjustment was scheduled to weigh variance applications affecting three Fairfield properties:

• A "C" variance application for Michael and Lois Hammer at 7 John Street.
• A "C" variance and minor site plan application for North American Stone & Tile at 1 Evans Street.
• Memorialization of Resolution 2026-2 for Christopher Denovich at 74 Camp Lane.
• Payment of invoices for Margo Biblin and Louis Rago, Esq.

Because minutes have not yet been published, no outcomes, votes, or dollar amounts are available. Residents seeking the official record should consult the linked agenda and any forthcoming minutes.

Recreation Commission — July 21

The Recreation Commission's agenda listed discussion items only, with no recorded actions:

• Fall sports: cheering, field hockey, football, and soccer.
• Review of summer camp and senior programming.
• Planning for a July 4th event on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
• Selection of 2026 coaches.
• Executive session to discuss personnel.

No decisions are reflected in the available data. The agenda notes the commission planned to discuss these topics; minutes have not been published.

Planning Board — July 28 (Cancelled)

The Fairfield Planning Board's July 28, 2026 workshop meeting was cancelled. The cancellation notice was issued by the Township Engineer/Planning Board Secretary in accordance with state law. No items were considered.

Coming Up

Two upcoming meetings are currently listed as cancelled:

• **Zoning Board of Adjustment — August 4, 2026, 7:00 p.m., 230 Fairfield Road:** Cancelled, per notice from the Township Engineer/Planning Board Secretary under state law.
• **Environmental Commission — August 5, 2026, 7:30 p.m., 230 Fairfield Road:** Cancelled in accordance with state law.

No other upcoming meetings appear in the provided data for the next 14 days. Residents should monitor official township notices for any rescheduled dates or newly posted agendas.

Fairfield Council Set to Introduce 2026 Municipal Budget; Zoning and Planning Meetings Cancelled

Fairfield's Mayor and Council have scheduled introduction of the 2026 municipal budget at a special meeting, while two other local boards cancelled their July sessions. Budget outcomes are not yet confirmed because minutes have not been published.

2026 Municipal Budget on the Council Agenda

At the July 16 special meeting, the Mayor and Council were set to introduce the 2026 municipal budget. The agenda listed Ordinance #2026-18, which would exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a CAP bank. Supporting resolutions covered the budget introduction and the computation of reserves for uncollected taxes for the 2026 budget. The agenda also included deferred regional high school and local district school tax items, plus public comment periods for agenda items and general input.

Because only the agenda is available and minutes have not yet been published, it is not yet possible to confirm what was voted on or adopted. Residents should watch for the official minutes to see the final figures and any vote tallies.

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Cancelled

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for July 7, 2026, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented.

Planning Board Workshop Cancelled

The Fairfield Planning Board workshop meeting set for Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. was also cancelled. No agenda items were presented. The notice cites P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the New Jersey statutes.

Coming Up

Two meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026:

• **Recreation Commission:** The agenda includes discussion of fall sports — cheering, field hockey, football, and soccer — along with review of summer camp and senior programming. The commission also plans to discuss a July 4th event scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, select 2026 coaches, address recreation championships, and hold an executive session on personnel.

• **Zoning Board of Adjustment:** The board will consider a C Variance application for Michael and Lois Hammer at 7 John Street, and a C Variance and Minor Site Plan application for North American Stone & Tile at 1 Evans Street. The agenda also includes memorialization of Resolution 2026-2 for Christopher Denovich at 74 Camp Lane and payment of invoices for Margo Biblin and Louis Rago, Esq.