Scott Tonnesen - District 2

A fifth-generation native of Fairfield, Scott Tonnesen has an uncommon connection to his community. He was born on Empire Street and delivered by Dr. Valeriote at the Bunney Hospital. He attended Fairfield schools – from David Weir to Green Valley Middle School to Armijo High, and has called Fairfield home ever since. He raised a family here, built a successful business, and supported programs and organizations that make Fairfield a unique and special place. Scott’s priority has always been giving back to the community that has supported him.

He served for eight years on the Fairfield Planning Commission, including three years as the chair and two years as vice chair. His time on the Planning Commission is marked with bringing new employers to Fairfield and helping them succeed. He is also a former long-time president of the Board of the Fairfield Main Street Association, where he fought for the needs of the small business owners and helped bring the community together.

In addition, Scott served as chair of the Tripartite Advisory Board, vice chair for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Committee, vice president of the Armijo Alumni Association, and honorary commander for Travis Air Force Base. When the community calls – whether it is to flipping pancakes, judging the Independence Day Parade, joining in community clean ups, or lobbying the City Council for neighborhood improvements, Scott is always just a phone call away.

Scott began his career working at his father’s appraisal company, and his love of the industry has never wavered. A licensed real estate appraiser from 1982 to 1995, and a licensed mortgage broker since, Scott is passionate about helping others establish roots and become homeowners in the community that has always grounded him.

Scott and his wife, Pam, continue to live in downtown Fairfield. They have four children from her previous marriage and nine grandchildren.

Scott was elected as a Councilmember for District 2 in 2020, and his term expires in November 2024.

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