Fairfield, CT - The Town of Fairfield last week formed a Business Reopening Task Force lead by First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick to develop recommendations and guidelines for businesses in response to the Governor’s May 20th order.
The task force is discussing the impact on restaurants, retail, salons and other businesses covered under the Executive Order. The Town is seeking some clarifications and guidelines from the Governor’s office, which will hopefully be provided at a conference call at 5:00 today.
The Town of Fairfield is committed to provide a wide array of support from multiple municipal departments and resources available to assist our commercial sector return to operations and profitability.
The Task Force brings together the town health, zoning, economic development and building departments with the fire marshal’s office, police department and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. The task force is looking for ways to streamline the processes and allow greater flexibility for restaurants wishing to expand their outdoor footprint under these circumstances, among other steps the Town can take to help businesses reopen safely.
A call with restaurant owners is scheduled for Friday.
If restaurants have questions about expansion, they should contact Town Plan & Zoning at 203.256.3050 or jwendt@fairfieldct.org. For businesses who have questions or are seeking guidance, contact the Economic Development Department at 203.256.3120 or mbarnhart@fairfieldct.org.