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City of Fairfield Redistricting Process 2021
Previous Council District Map
Interactive Map Link
Final Map Adopted January 18, 2022
Every ten years, local governments use new census data to redraw their district lines to reflect how local populations have changed. Assembly Bill 849 (2019) requires cities and counties to engage communities in the redistricting process by holding public hearings and/or workshops and doing public outreach, including to non- English-speaking communities. The City of Fairfield is asking for your help to plan, draw, and redivide new City districts.
The finalized maps that you will help us create will define the six City of Fairfield district borders, and these new districts will impact how you elect your councilmembers for the next 10 years.
Our primary goal when developing election districts is to draw lines that respect neighborhood, history and geographical elements. So we want to know: What do you consider the boundaries of your neighborhood?
Map Drawing Tools
Mapping tools are now available as of November 1.
1) Dave's Redistricting App: http://davesredistricting.org
2) NDC instruction sheet for the App: https://www.ndcresearch.com/daves-redistricting-app-user-guide/
Information
Flyer in English / Flyer in Spanish / Flyer in Tagalog
Información en español / Impormasyon sa Tagalog
Redistricting Schedule
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Tuesday, July 20, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting |
Introduction to the redistricting process presentation. |
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Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber 1000 Webster Street |
First pre-draft-map hearing Provide information on the process and solicit public input on communities of interest. |
Notice of 1st and 2nd Public Hearing English Aviso de primera y segunda audiencia pública en español |
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Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber 1000 Webster Street |
Second pre-draft-map hearing Provide information on the process and solicit public input on communities of interest. |
Notice of 1st and 2nd Public Hearing English |
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Around October 1 |
2021 Redistricting data released by California Statewide Database |
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Thursday, October 7, 2021 Community Meeting 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Community Center 1000 Kentucky Street Lakeside A |
Community meeting to receive public input and answer questions. |
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Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 P.M. Council Chamber 1000 Webster Street |
First post-draft-map hearing Public and council input on initial draft maps. Maps posted at least 7 days prior to hearing. |
Notice of 3rd and 4th Public Hearing English Aviso de tercera y cuarta audiencia pública Abiso ng pangatlo at pang-apat na Pagdinig sa Publiko
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January 18, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 P.M. Via Zoom Only https://fairfieldca.zoom.us/j/87845423536?pwd=aVlUeTZTdzBwdlUvVEw1UUlSWkRxdz09 or by phone at (669) 900-6833 Webinar ID: 878 4542 3536 Passcode: 7074287400 |
Second post-draft-map hearing and plan adoption. Public and council deliberation on map options. Council votes for preferred map. |
Draft Map 201 - Original Draft Map Draft Map 201B - Original Draft Map with District 2 into Cordelia with 700 instead of 1700. Draft Map 202 - Non-Compliant. Total deviation over 10%. Draft Map 204 - All districts at near zero deviation. Notice of 3rd and 4th Public Hearing English Aviso de tercera y cuarta audiencia pública Abiso ng pangatlo at pang-apat na Pagdinig sa Publiko
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April 18, 2022 |
Statutory deadline for council to adopt a map. |
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What is redistricting?
Redistricting determines which neighborhoods and communities are grouped together into a district for purposes of electing Councilmembers. The City Council will seek input in selecting the next district map for electing Councilmembers. You have an opportunity to share with the City Council how you think district boundaries should be drawn to best represent your community either during the public hearings or by submitting comments to districtelections@fairfield.ca.gov.
Why does redistricting matter to me?
Redistricting determines which neighborhoods and communities are grouped together into a district for purposes of electing a councilmember.
The City Council will seek input in selecting the next district map for our City Council. You have an opportunity to share with the City Council how you think district boundaries should be drawn to best represent your community.
You can contact the City Clerk’s Office at districtelections@fairfield.ca.gov to find out more about how the process works.
What criteria will our City Council use when drawing district lines?
California Criteria for Cities (to the extent practicable and in the following order of priority)
- Geographically contiguous (areas that meet only at the points of adjoining corners are not contiguous. Areas that are separated by water and not connected by a bridge, tunnel, or ferry service are not contiguous.
- Undivided neighborhoods and “communities of interest” (Socio-economic geographic areas that should be kept together for purposes of its effective and fair representation).
- Easily identifiable boundaries
- Compact (Do not bypass one group of people to get to a more distant group of people)
- Prohibited: “Shall not favor or discriminate against a political party.”
How can I get involved?
The City Council will be holding hearings to receive public input on where district lines should be drawn. Share your specific thoughts, draw a map, or attend our workshop to get involved!
Submit written testimony about the process or a specific map to districtelections@fairfield.ca.gov.
See the calendar above of workshops and public hearings at which you can speak about the process or a specific map.
At the hearings and workshop, we want you to:
- Share your story
- Define your neighborhood or community of interest
- Explain why redistricting is relevant to your community
- Get the tools you need to draw a map of one district or all six districts
- Share your opinions of the draft maps
- Talk to your neighbors and local organizations
Map Drawing Tools
Mapping tools are now available as of November 1.
1) Dave's Redistricting App: http://davesredistricting.org
2) NDC instruction sheet for the App: https://www.ndcresearch.com/daves-redistricting-app-user-guide/
Do I have to submit a completed map?
No, you do not need to submit a fully completed map. You can draw boundaries for only your neighborhood or only a portion of the city. It is helpful if you submit written commentary with your map describing why the particular neighborhood or area should be kept together in a single district.
Can I submit more than one map?
Yes, you may submit more than one map. Please draw as many maps as you like. We suggest you submit only your top 2-3 preferred maps to assist the City Council in focusing on the map that best represents your community; however, there is no limit.What happens to the drafted maps?
After you submit your map, the demographic consultants will generate the population and other demographic details for your proposed map. Maps can be viewed on the Draft Maps page or on the Interactive Review Map. Once submitted, maps are considered public records.
Where can I learn more about redistricting?
Online publications and guides to redistricting:From MALDEF, the NAACP and the Asian Justice Center
From the Asian Americans Advancing Justice
From the Brennan Center
From the League of Women Voters
From the California Independent Redistricting Commission FAQs
Where can I find out more?
Please send any questions, comments, and map suggestions to Districtelections@fairfield.ca.gov; or contact the City by phone at (707) 428-7402.