Public Notices

JULY 19, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF BURLINGTON
The Tax Collector will not be in the office on Tuesday, July 31st.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF CHESTER
July 30, 2018 polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to vote for a First Selectman.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF WOODVILLE
Town Meeting
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
6:00 P.M. at
Woodville Schoolhouse
624 Woodville Road

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF MATTAWAMKEAG
Annual Town Meeting
The annual town meeting will be held on July 30, 2018 at 7pm at the Municipal Building. The polls will be open from 10am-7pm on July 30th for the election of officers.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF EAST MILLINOCKET
Nomination papers will be available on Monday, July 30, 2018 at the East Millinocket Town Office for the following positions:
One - Three year term
Board of Selectmen
Two - Three year terms
School Board
Papers need to be turned in by Friday, September 7, 2018, at 4:00pm at the Town Office

TOWN OF MILLINOCKET
NOMINATION PAPERS
Nomination papers will be available on July 27, 2018 at the Town Clerk’s Office for the following vacancies to be voted on at the
November 6, 2018 Municipal Election.
Two (2) members to the Town Council
each for a three (3) year term
Two (2) members to the School Board
One (1) for a two (2) year term
One (1) for a three (3) year term
Completed nomination papers must be returned to the clerk’s office
by 4:00 p.m., Friday, September 7, 2018.
Diana M. Campbell, Town Clerk Dated 7/13/2018

BID NOTICE
TOWN OF LOWELL
WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE
THREE YEAR CONTRACT
The Town of Lowell seeks bids for winter road maintenance, plowing and sanding, of Lowell Town roads for a period of three (3) years commencing November 1, 2018 through April 30 of 2021.
Contractors desiring to offer a proposal for this three year contract must obtain a bid package with instructions, from the Lowell Town Clerk during normal business hours Tuesday 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Wednesday 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. and Thursday 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Sealed bid must be submitted by close of business, Thursday, August 9, 2018 and will be opened by the board of selectmen at the selectmen’s meeting on August 14, 2018. It is the policy of the Board that it can accept or reject any proposal received however, proposals will be rejected if not in compliance with afore mentioned bid package and instructions. Selection of the winning bidder shall be based on the contract price and ability of the contractor to provide the contract service and equipment in accordance with the bid package. The successful bidder will be notified within ten days after opening sealed bids. Bid proposals shall be submitted to:
Town Clerk, Andrew Scelso
Town of Lowell
P.O. Box 166
Burlington, Maine 04417
Town Office phone number: 207-732-5177

TOWN OF HOWLAND
Notice to Remove Personal Property
This is a final notice to inform the owner(s) that any personal belongings left at 3 Main Street in Howland, Maine will be disposed of 21 days from the date of this notice. Owner(s) of the aforementioned property are to contact the Town Office at 207-732-4112 within that time frame to make arrangements to temporarily enter the building to remove its contents within 10 days of making contact with the Town. Only the owner(s) or designees of the owner(s) will be allowed entry to the building which is to be immediately secured after an allowed time to remove items, which is not to exceed two working days between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., has expired. Following the expiration of this notice the building will be scheduled for demolition per the Dangerous Building Order dated February 12, 2018.

PUBLIC NOTICE
EAST MILLINOCKET SCHOOLS
East Millinocket Schools accepts funding through the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965. As part of ESEA, East Millinocket Schools are required to provide a reasonable opportunity for public comment on the ESEA consolidated application and consider such comment prior to the submission f the application. Our ESEA team, composed of a representative from all stakeholder groups, has been working to draft a proposal for ESEA funding for the 2018-2019 school year.
Our outline proposal is based on data gained throughout the school year and district, school and ESEA goals. Our final allocation in Title I funds for the 2018-2019 school year is $117,202. These funds will be used to pay for interventionists and ed techs to help our struggling learners in K-4, provide NWEA testing to monitor learning for K-4, provide support for homeless learners, and provide an opportunity for parent involvement. Potential Title II projects will be related to proficiency-based education, professional development and educator effectiveness. This year’s Title II allocation is $19,796. These funds will be used to pay for Reading Recovery training, traveling to workshops and conferences, book studies, and out of district meetings.
Anyone who would like to provide input on this draft proposal or on the goals related to the projects, you can provide input on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 5:45PM during the school board meeting in the Schenck/Opal Library or call the office at 746-3511.

LEGAL NOTICE

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Town of Howland, Penobscot County, Maine, Case No. 17-01-1189P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

JULY 12, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF MATTAWAMKEAG
There will be two public hearings at the Planning Board meeting on July 18, 2018 at 7pm regarding an amendment to the Mattawamkeag Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the application from Upscale Recycling.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF LINCOLN
Council Workshop & Special Meeting
July 24, 2018 6:00pm
Notice is hereby given that the Lincoln Town Council will hold a Council Workshop at 6:00pm on July 24, 2018 with a Special Meeting immediately following. A complete Special Meeting agenda will be made available on the Town website shortly.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF MILLINOCKET
The Annual Drinking Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report-CCR) of the East Millinocket Water Works for the year ending 2017 is now available at the East Millinocket Town Office and on the Town’s website at www.eastmillinocket.org. This report is also included in the Annual Town Report, which is also available at the Town Office.
Dated: July 6, 2018
East Millinocket, ME 04430

LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF LINCOLN
Comprehensive Plan Committee Meeting
July 24, 2018
Economic and Community Development Office
(former Machias Savings Bank in Veterans Square)
Notice is hereby given that the Comprehensive Plan Committee of The Town of Lincoln will be holding their first meeting to update the plan on Tuesday July 24th at 6:00pm at the Economic and Community Development Office. The office is located at the former Machias Savings Bank in Veterans Square.
If you are unable to attend the meeting but wish to express your ideas, please forward written comments to the Town Clerk, at Town of Lincoln, 63 Main St., Lincoln, Maine 04457 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

JULY 05, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF ENFIELD
Enfield Transfer Station
closed July 4, 2018
open Thursday, July 5, 8-4

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF SPRINGFIELD
The Springfield transfer station will be open on the third weekend of the month. Saturday 8am-4pm and Sunday 8am-2pm.

PUBLIC NOTICE
SEBOEIS PLANTATION
Annual Town Meeting
July 9, 2018
7:00 P.M.
Community Building
(Coffee & cookies served)

LEGAL NOTICE

Legal notice is hereby given to persons named below for default of payments to Cold Stream Storage, Rt. 155, Enfield, ME 04493. Contents to be sold at a later date.
STORAGE UNIT NAME
#C9 Rebecca Carol

INVITATION TO BID
TOWN OF SPRINGFIELD
Mowing Contractor
Town of Springfield is seeking a reputable mowing contractor to maintain the grounds of the Edith Lombard School in Springfield from July 17 until October 15, 2018. Contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, equipment maintenance, and fuel to provide property cleanup, trimming and mowing. Contractor must have current liability insurance protection and workmen’s comp documents and ensure that they and any employees strictly adhere to industry safety standards. Mowing will be done about every two weeks as needed to maintain a kept appearance. Approximately 5-6 sessions. If interested, have a look at the property and submit bids to the Town of Springfield, PO Box 13, Springfield, Maine 04487 by 6:30pm on July 17th. Mark your envelope “Mowing Bid.” We will open them that evening. The Selectmen may reject any and all bids.

PUBLIC NOTICE
MSAD #31
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 2018
NOTICE OF PARKING LOT RENOVATIONS INFORMATIONAL MEETING AT 5:30 P.M. IN THE HICHBORN MIDDLE SCHOOL MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM IN HOWLAND, MAINE
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MSAD #31
THURSDAY, JULY 26, 2018
NOTICE OF PARKING LOT RENOVATIONS REFERENDUM VOTE FOR THE FOLLOWING TOWNS
EDINBURG, ENFIELD, HOWLAND, MAXFIELD & PASSADUMKEAG
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL TOWN OFFICE FOR
POLLING HOURS

JUNE 28, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE
SEBOEIS PLANTATION
Annual Town Meeting
July 9, 2018
7:00 P.M.
Community Building
(Coffee & cookies served)

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF LOWELL
The Lowell Town Office will be closed July 3, 2018 to July 9, 2018. The office will reopen on Tuesday, July 10, 2018.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF ENFIELD
The Enfield town office will be closing at 12 noon, June 28, 2018 for the closing of the year end books.

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF LINCOLN
Notice is hereby given that the Lincoln Town Council will a public hearing at a special meeting on Monday, July 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers for the purpose of hearing oral and written comments on the following:
   * TIF Budget
   * 5-Year Capital Budget
If you are unable to attend the public hearing, please forward written comments to the Town Clerk, at Town of Lincoln, 63 Main St., Lincoln, Maine 04457 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF LINCOLN
Notice is hereby given that the Lincoln Town Council will hold multiple public hearings at its regular meeting on Monday, July 9, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers for the purpose of hearing oral and written comments on the following:
* New Victualer Licenses - Talk of the Town and Big Rig Creamery
* 1801. Public Parks and Beaches
If you are unable to attend the public hearing, please forward written comments to the Town Clerk, at Town of Lincoln, 63 Main St., Lincoln, Maine 04457 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

INVITATION TO BID
TOWN OF SPRINGFIELD
Mowing Contractor
Town of Springfield is seeking a reputable mowing contractor to maintain the grounds of the Edith Lombard School in Springfield from July 17 until October 15, 2018. Contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, equipment maintenance, and fuel to provide property cleanup, trimming and mowing. Contractor must have current liability insurance protection and workmen’s comp documents and ensure that they and any employees strictly adhere to industry safety standards. Mowing will be done about every two weeks as needed to maintain a kept appearance. Approximately 5-6 sessions. If interested, have a look at the property and submit bids to the Town of Springfield, PO Box 13, Springfield, Maine 04487 by 6:30pm on July 17th. Mark your envelope “Mowing Bid.” We will open them that evening. The Selectmen may reject any and all bids.