Fairfield Township

NOTICE:
*** Effective Immediately - The Township is under a BURN BAN. Please do not start any kind of fire. **** ***Main and Hydrant flushings in Fairfield and Jasper will be October 14th through October 30th. Make sure you check the water prior to washing white clothes during this time. ***
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In 1844 Fairfield Township was established in Lenawee County, Michigan.   Located on the southern border of the county it contains forty-two square miles.  Several unincorporated communities exist in Fairfield Township including Jasper, Ridgeville, Weston (originally known as Oakford), and Fairfield (originally known as Baker’s Corners).

In the 1800’s Fairfield became dominant in the dairy industry.  The Fairfield Cheese Factory, opening in 1866, was the first cheese factory in Michigan.  The name was changed to the Rufus Baker Cheese Factory, and with the joining of then son, E.L. Baker the name was changed to Rufus Baker & Son, and later to Rufus Baker & Company   with the joining of L. Ladd. With the dairy industry prospering Samuel Horton also opened a cheese factory and the Fairfield Creamery was established on the south end of the township.  Fairfield Township was a significant contributor to the cheese and butter industry in this area.

A depot was built in Weston for the Canada Central Railroad in 1872.  Freight and livestock were shipped to and from the farmers and merchants.  Through consolidation of several railroads the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway was created.  This system also passed through Fairfield Township with depots in Jasper and Weston.

George B. Horton introduced the grange to Lenawee County.  The purpose of the grange was to bring the famers together to discuss the best approaches to farming in their region.  Local, state, and national granges developed.  Activities such as square dances, picnics, and fairs allowed the families of the farmers to socialize.  George Horton served as the subordinate Master of the grange for more than twenty years. 

Agriculture continues to be the main industry throughout Fairfield Township. 

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Week of Oct 6th

  • Tuesday, October 8th - Tuesday Office Hours

  • Wednesday, October 9th - Wednesday Office Hours

  • Thursday, October 10th - Thursday Office Hours

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October 2024

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Sunday, September 29th
Monday, September 30th

Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am

9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk

Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
Friday, October 4th
Saturday, October 5th
Sunday, October 6th
Monday, October 7th

Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am

9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk

Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
Friday, October 11th
Saturday, October 12th
Sunday, October 13th

Election Commission Meeting - 7:00 am

7:00 am - 7:30 am
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Appoint election inspectors for the General Election held on November 5, 2024

Township Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Township Fire Hall

Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am

9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk

Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Public Accuracy Test - 7:30 am

7:30 am - 9:30 am
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Fairfield Township Public Notice Notice is hereby given that a Public Accuracy Test for the November 5, 2024, General Election has been scheduled for Friday, October 18, at 7:30 am at the Fairfield Township Office at 1023 Pine St, Jasper. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the computer program used to record…
Saturday, October 19th
Sunday, October 20th

Last Day to register to vote online or by mail to vote in the November Election. - All Day

All Day
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400

Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am

9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk

Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
Friday, October 25th

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am

9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.

Statewide early in-person voting period for the November Presidential Election. - 8:00 am

8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office
1023 Pine St
Jasper, MI 49248
517-436-6400
Early voting at the Township Office at 1023 Pine St for the November Presidential Election. Call 517-436-6400 if you have any questions.