FAIRFIELD — The Economic and Community Development Committee has initiated a survey aimed at assessing public interest in the establishment of a dedicated parks and recreation department. This department would focus on the maintenance, enhancement and programming of Fairfield’s community assets.

The primary objective of the survey is to gather actionable community input to help prioritize municipal initiatives, identify potential new projects, and assess the community’s needs regarding recreational spaces and programs, according to a news release from Sabrina Jandreau with the Central Maine Growth Council.

The feedback will be instrumental in directing the allocation of town resources and capital expenditures and supporting grant initiatives.

The survey invites residents and business owners to provide input on various topics, including the expansion of recreational trails, desired new indoor and outdoor recreation facilities, the prioritization of future planning initiatives, and usage of existing public spaces.

The town’s Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of streets, roads and municipally-owned parks and cemeteries. The creation of a parks and recreation department would allow the town to dedicate a department specifically to the maintenance and development of recreational assets.

All residents and business owners are encouraged to participate in the survey, which is accessible at forms.gle/WhnAsNkVFVCYgbT38. Paper copies are available at the Fairfield Town Office.

Survey responses will be accepted until Friday, Sept. 27.

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