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.
THIS WEEKS
Debra Keller, Clerk
RECENT TOWNSHIP
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Early Voting - 8:00 am
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Township Office Early voting will be available at Fairfield Township's Early Voting Site, at the Township Office, 1023 Pine St in Jasper.
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26Monday, February 26th
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Presidential Primary - 7:00 am
7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Township Office Election Day! Voting at the Fairfield Township Fire Hall in Weston, MI
Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
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Last day to collect any taxes - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Township Office Any Summer or Winter Taxes not received by this day will be turned over as delinquent to the Lenawee County Treasurer
Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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1Friday, March 1st
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2Saturday, March 2nd
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3Sunday, March 3rd
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Budget Workshop - 5:30 pm
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Township Office Township Board will work on Budget for 2024-25
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Board of Review - Organizational Meeting - 11:00 am
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Township Office Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
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Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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8Friday, March 8th
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9Saturday, March 9th
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10Sunday, March 10th
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Board of Review - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Township Office Please call the office at 436-6400 to make an appointment with the Board of Review to discuss tax or assessment questions or email fairfieldtownshipclerk.mi@gmail.com.
Board of Review - 1:00 pm
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Township Office Please call the office at 436-6400 to make an appointment with the Board of Review to discuss tax or assessment questions or email fairfieldtownshipclerk.mi@gmail.com.
Budget Hearing - 7:00 pm
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Township Fire Hall Township Board Meeting - 7:00 pm
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
Board of Review - 1:00 pm
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Township Office Please call the office at 436-6400 to make an appointment with the Board of Review to discuss tax or assessment questions or email fairfieldtownshipclerk.mi@gmail.com.
Board of Review - 6:00 pm
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Township Office Please call the office at 436-6400 to make an appointment with the Board of Review to discuss tax or assessment questions or email fairfieldtownshipclerk.mi@gmail.com.
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
Board of Review - Complete Assessment Roll - 5:30 pm
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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15Friday, March 15th
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16Saturday, March 16th
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17Sunday, March 17th
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18Monday, March 18th
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Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
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Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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22Friday, March 22nd
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23Saturday, March 23rd
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24Sunday, March 24th
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25Monday, March 25th
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Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
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Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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29Friday, March 29th
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30Saturday, March 30th
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31Sunday, March 31st
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1Monday, April 1st
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Tuesday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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Wednesday Office Hours - 9:00 am
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Debra Keller, Clerk
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Thursday Office Hours - 12:00 pm
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Anita Craig, Utilities
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5Friday, April 5th
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6Saturday, April 6th
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