Town of Fairfield Announces Christine Vitale Named as Acting First Selectman
Fairfield, CT, June 29, 2025—The Town of Fairfield announces that First Selectman Bill Gerber hasbeen diagnosed with a brain tumor and is currently undergoing medical evaluation, which will necessitatehis absence from the office in the coming weeks.In accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter, and to ensure continued leadership and stabilityduring his absence, First Selectman Gerber has designated Selectman Christine Vitale to serve as ActingFirst Selectman, effective immediately.Christine Vitale brings extensive experience in Town governance and has served on the Board ofSelectmen since November 2023. Prior to that, she served six years on the Board of Education, four asChair. She has served on the Board of Health and is currently Co-Chair of the Fairfield CARESCommunity Coalition. She will assume…
