Clyde Barker, who has served 12 years, is resigning because of health reasons.
Local Government
Kennebec County receives more than $47 million in requests for pandemic relief funds
County officials have contracted with a consultant to review, rank and complete risk assessments of grant applications to help determine how Kennebec County’s $23.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds will be spent.
Kennebec County Budget Committee endorses $17.4 million spending plan
By law, two public hearings must be held on the proposed budget: The first is set for May 10 in Waterville, the second for May 11 in Augusta.
Holmstrom wins special election for Pittsfield Town Council seat
Lindsay Holmstrom received 120 votes Thursday compared to 72 for former District 4 councilor Heather Donahue.
Wilton sends budget to warrant for 2022 Town Meeting
The select board is recommending a $2.45 million budget – a $192,611 (8.5%) increase from the 2021-22 budget.
Farmington sewer budget vote tabled until April 26
New selectman Byron Staples wanted to wait until after the May 9 Town Meeting to make decisions on the budget and usage rates.
Fairfield council approves proposed $6.4 million budget on which residents are to vote in May
The Town Meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 9, at the Fairfield Community Center, 61 Water St.
Farmington selectmen postpone vote on sewer budget, rates until April 26
New selectman Byron Staples requested more time for review.
Clinton selectmen support $3 million budget on which residents are to vote in June
Spending plan represents a 12.7% increase to current spending, but it is not yet clear how the hike would affect the property tax rate.
Wilton approves town ATV access route
The board also approved a motion to add a warrant article to figure out next steps for a potential memorial at Lakeview Cemetery.