The City of Fairfax has various volunteers boards and commissions, which help run the city government. We thank all of the people who are willing to serve. If you are interested in being appointed to a volunteer board, contact the city clerk's office at 319-846-2204 or email fairfax@cityoffairfax.org.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The P&Z is a seven member volunteer commission that meets monthly, on the third Tuesday at city hall. Their meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are open to the public. Each member is appointed by the Fairfax City Council to a five year term. The Commission reviews the Fairfax Zoning Code, Fairfax Zoning Map, re-zoning requests, plats, subdivisions, street improvements, and park improvements for the City of Fairfax. They make recommendations concerning these documents to the Fairfax City Council.
Current P&Z Members:
- Jeff Christensen, Chairman, Term ends 12-31-2029
- Steve Huber, Vice Chairman, Term ends 12-31-2030
- Scott Sellner, Term ends 12-31-2027
- Val Hill, Term ends 12-31-2029
- Sue Chapman, Term ends 12-31-2030
- Shawn Witham, Term ends 12-31-2027
- Chris Branstad, Term ends 12-31-2028
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board is a seven member volunteer board that meets monthly, on the first Monday at the library. Their meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are open to the public. Two members of the Library Board live outside of the City of Fairfax, but within the library's service area. Each member is appointed by the Mayor to a six year term. The Library Board supervises the operation of the Fairfax Public Library.
Current Library Board Members:
- Amy Roach, President, Term ends 07-01-2028
- Bruce Boldt, Vice President, Term ends 07-01-2028
- Wayne Josifek, Term ends 07-01-2028
- Paul Mallie, Term ends 07-01-2026
- Kay Moyer, Term ends 07-01-2030
- Hannah Ruwe, Term ends 07-01-2030
- Sally Williams, Term ends 07-01-2026
Parks and Beautification Board
The Parks and Beautification Board meets most months on the second Thursday, at 7:00 PM at City Hall. All meetings are open to the public. Members are appointed by the Fairfax City Council for a three-year term. This board makes recommendations to the City Council about needed park facilities and updates and participates in Parks & Recreation events among other duties. This group of volunteers, along with the Parks and Beautification committee, organizes the Movie/ Music in the Park as well as other events during the year. If you are interested in the Fairfax parks, come to their meetings and get involved. Everyone is welcome!
Current Parks and Beautification Board Members and terms:
- Phil Hartgrave- Chair - Term ends 12-31-2026
- Cathy Krouse - Vice Chair - Term ends 12-31-27
- Jill Pressler - Term ends 12-31-2026
- Deanna Reynolds – Term ends 12-31-2028
- Amy Heggebo - Term ends 12-31-2028
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment is a five member volunteer board that only meets when necessary. Their meetings vary for dates and times, but are held at city hall. Each member is appointed by Fairfax City Council. The Board of Adjustment hears requests from property owners who want to do something with their property that is not allowed by the Fairfax Zoning Code. The Board of Adjustment is the final City of Fairfax authority to rule on these requests.
Current Board of Adjustment Members:
- Dave Rinderknecht, Chairman, Term ends 12-31-2026
- Gary Pribyl, Term ends 12-31-2030
- Kate Pacha, Term ends 12-31-2028
- Jim Shimek, Term ends 12-31-2026
- Kathleen Shea, Term ends 12-31-2026
