About
Managing Change Together!
Husband and Family
FAMILY MEANS THE MOST TO JOHN
John P. Fahey and his wife Janet have been married for 32 years and have two adult sons, John J. and Jerid. John graduated from Central High School in NYA, is a small business owner and recently retired from the banking industry after 20 years, with his last position as a Sr. Vice President Commercial Lender.
Experienced and Ready
JOHN’S EXPERIENCE IN CARVER COUNTY MATTERS, SERVING THE COUNTY FOR 6 YEARS AS A COUNTY COMMISSIONER!
John is currently serving in his 6th year as a Commissioner. On the Board he served as the Vice Chair in 2022 and 2024, while serving as Chair in 2023!! In 2025 John served as the Chair of the Metropolitan Emergency Services Board, (“MESB”), Vice Chair of the Mosquito Control District and also continues to serve on various other boards. He has served on the Association of Minnesota Counties (“AMC”) Board of Directors, the Carver County Community Development Agency, the Historical Society and the Legislative Committee. Currently John is serving on the AMC Public Safety Policy Committee, an AMC Voting Delegate, the Carver County Planning Commission, the Courts Committee, various Joint Ditch Boards, MESB, Mosquito Control Board, Minnesota Inter-County Association, MN Valley Regional Rail Authority, Chair of the Mobility Management Board, and also serving as an alternate to the CC Fair Board, CDA, AMC Board of Directors, Legislative Committee, MELSA, MESB, Southwest Corridor Transportation Coalition, State CHS Advisory Committee, the Transportation Advisory Board and the Water Management Organization.
John states, “Having the opportunity to serve the County as a Commissioner has been rewarding and very challenging. As a first term Commissioner you are basically drinking from the fire hose, as we continue to learn and understand the various components of County Government. This experience and being elected into various leadership roles has helped Carver County and its residents tremendously! My past experience as the former Mayor of Norwood Young America, a District 108 School Board member, Chairperson of the CC Planning Commission while also serving on the County’s Board of Adjustments and Park Board, and a 34 year member of the NYA Lions, has shown John’s dedication to serving his community!
With the expansion of Highway 212 and the ever-present challenges and pressures facing a rapidly growing county, continued leadership is critical. I was humbled to be elected to my second term and would appreciate your support again this fall!”
-John (JP) Fahey
Can we count on you?
We appreciate your continued support! Let us know how you would like to get involved with John’s 2026 re-election campaign.
“As we navigate through these challenging times, together we can manage the change and continue to help Carver County grow and prosper. As an experienced public servant, I will listen to your concerns and provide the leadership and voice for the challenging issues that lie ahead.”
-John (JP) Fahey
Will you help re-elect John as Carver County District 5’s commissioner? Donate or volunteer today!
John’s Pastimes
GET TO KNOW JOHN
John P. Fahey is passionate about improving the community. He’s been a member of the local Lions Club for 34 years. During that time, he has held the title of President and served on the Board of Directors, and was presented the Melvin Jones Award for his generous contributions and willingness to serve.
He also stays physically active by participating in running 5Ks and in Ironman Triathlons. In the winter, he enjoys snowmobiling through the beautiful landscapes of the County, and has been a member of the Carver County Snowrunners for 34 years. At other times of the year, John makes use of those landscapes by bow hunting, and he would describe himself as an avid turkey and deer hunter.
When he’s not out in Carver County’s countryside or participating in triathlons, John enjoys watching Town Baseball. John served as the Co-Chair of the 2007 State Amateur Baseball Tournament hosted by Norwood and Hamburg.
Reach out today to learn more about John’s re-election campaign!
Get to Know John P. Fahey
Carver County Commissioner since 2020
John Fahey of Norwood Young America is running for RE-ELECTION because he wants to continue to serve and support our communities and townships in Carver County. That means standing with our farmers, listening to the needs of folks in Carver County District 5, and working hard to use the Carver County’s budget effectively. He has shown his leadership skills in his past position as Chair and Vice Chair of the County Board, Chair of various other boards, serving on the Carver County Planning Commission and previous experiences with the Carver County Community Development Agency (CDA), the Norwood Young America Planning Commission, Mayor of NYA and District 108 School Board Member. He’s been serving as Carver County Commissioner since January 2021.
Learn about these achievements, John’s preparedness and experience, and his long personal history with Carver County District 5. Watch the video below!
WATCH Video: John P. Fahey
Carver County Commissioner since 2020
I’ve been dedicated to serving in the County for many years and I’d like to continue to apply that lifetime of experience and leadership as your County Commissioner of District 5.
Please vote for John Fahey in November 2022!
Watch the video – Fahey Running For Commissioner