Commissioners News:

AUNDREA CORDLE HONORED WITH THE PICKERINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S ATHENA LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Fairfield County Board of Commissioners proudly announces that Fairfield County Administrator Aundrea Cordle has been named the recipient of the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award, presented by the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce. This honor recognizes Ms. Cordle’s exceptional leadership, professional excellence, and enduring commitment to empowering women across the community.

Press Release: 05.16.25

OHIO EPA AWARDS THE FAIRFIELD COUNTY ENGINEER $74,652.18 IN GRANT FUNDING
Funding from H2Ohio Rivers Chloride Reduction Grant Program

Press Release: 04.28.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS VOTE TO SUPPORT ISSUE 2, URGING RENEWAL OF STATE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The Fairfield County Board of Commissioners has officially voted to support State Issue 2, which will appear on the May 6 ballot, urging residents to vote in favor of renewing the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP). This long-standing program provides critical funding for local infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, water systems, and wastewater treatment facilities—without raising taxes.

Press Release: 04.28.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION, COMMISSIONER FIX HONORED FOR LEADERSHIP EFFORTS
Fairfield County and its Comprehensive Plan have been recognized with two reputable awards celebrating the County’s leadership in planning, community development, and regional collaboration.

Press Release: 04.17.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY TO CELEBRATE SUNSHINE WEEK
The Fairfield County Board of Commissioners will celebrate Sunshine Week, March 16 – March 22, 2025.

Press Release: 03.18.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY WELCOMES EMERALD PLACE: A LANDMARK AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
Fairfield County is proud to announce the development of Emerald Place, a 216-unit income-aligned housing community that will bring high-quality, affordable living options to Lancaster. Developed by LDG Development LLC, this project represents their first venture into the Ohio market.

Press Release: 01.21.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY UTILIZES AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FUNDING TO INVEST IN STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITIES
The Fairfield County Commissioners utilized more than $30 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to set the county up for long-term success with strategic investments in infrastructure, community support, housing and economic development.

Press Release: 01.15.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCE SERVICE RATE FREEZE FOR COUNTY UTILITIES CUSTOMERS
The Fairfield County Commissioners are pleased to announce a freeze on both water and sewer usage rates. The current water and sewer rates for Fairfield County Utilities will remain the same for customers through 2025.

Press Release: 01.14.25

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING/ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
The Fairfield County Board of Commissioners has been awarded a Neighborhood Revitalization Grant for PY 2024 under the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). This grant will fund various community improvements within the Village of Breman. The Fairfield County Commissioners are also providing a portion of its PY 2024 CDBG Allocation Funds towards these projects. The total project amount for all the proposed improvements is $800,900.

Press Release: 01.02.25

FAIRFIELD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVES 2025 BUDGET
Today, the Board of Fairfield County Commissioners approved the county expenditure budget for 2025. The 2025 general fund budget, which covers expenditures for daily operations of county services, was approved at $68.5 M, an approximate 5.3% decrease from the current budget, which included several one-time capital projects, such as the Sheridan Center and other capital improvements.