Bangor public meetings in 2025

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor Commission on Cultural Development met on January 2, 2026 to review ongoing projects and plan for 2026. Commissioners discussed the Pickering Square art installation, including creating an ad‑hoc committee and opening the public restroom art at the spring Art Walk. They also considered using Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds for a cultural asset survey and a multi‑use arts center. Additional topics included restarting the Folk Festival.

• Discussion of Pickering Square art installation and proposal for an ad‑hoc committee
• Consideration of using TIF funds for a cultural asset survey
• Consideration of using TIF funds for a multi‑use arts center
• Planning opening of public restroom art during the first Friday Art Walk in spring
• Discussion of restarting the Folk Festival

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items, including airport infrastructure funding and a new commercial kitchen project. The body will also consider implementing rental car fees to fund a consolidated facility at the airport.

• Application for up to $7 million in Military Airport Program grant funding for the airport fuel farm
• Authorization to negotiate with Sheridan Construction for the Bangor Central Kitchen project at 50 Cleveland Street
• Proposed $6 per day Customer Facility Charge (CFC) for airport rental car agreements
• Quitclaim deeds for real estate at 123 Husson Avenue, 256 Grove Street, and 412 Essex Street
• Ratification of an easement to Versant Power at 289 Main Street

The Bangor City Council approved a $7 million grant application to rehabilitate and relocate the airport fuel farm. It also passed several quit‑claim deeds, accepted multiple grant funds, and adopted rezoning changes for three properties. Additional actions included appointing constables for 2026 and amending the city’s remote‑participation policy.

• Approved $7 M airport grant application for fuel farm rehab (26-056)
• Passed quit‑claim deed for 123 Husson Avenue (26-046)
• Passed quit‑claim deed for 256 Grove Street (26-047)
• Approved $243,225 Cole Foundation grant for community paramedicine (26-041)
• Approved $150,000 Maine DHHS grant for overdose‑response program (26-043)
• Passed rezoning of 38 Blue Hill East to high‑density residential (26-023)
• Passed rezoning of 195 Thatcher Street to urban‑industry district (26-024)
• Amended the city’s remote‑participation policy (26-060)

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes quitclaim deeds for three properties, the appointment of constables for 2026, and authorization for the City Manager to negotiate construction manager services for the Bangor Central Kitchen project. The council will also approve amendments to airport concession agreements with several rental‑car companies to implement a $6 per day customer facility charge. Additionally, the council will consider an order to apply for up to $7 million from the Military Airport Program to rehabilitate and relocate the airport fuel farm.

• Authorize municipal quitclaim deed for 123 Husson Avenue
• Authorize municipal quitclaim deed for 256 Grove Street
• Authorize municipal quitclaim deed for 412 Essex Street
• Authorize City Manager to apply for up to $7 million grant for airport fuel farm rehabilitation and relocation
• Authorize amendments to airport concession agreements with multiple rental‑car firms to implement a $6 per day customer facility charge

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to approve findings regarding councilor communications and consider advisory opinions on two city council referrals. The board will review statements and records concerning the circulation of nomination papers.

• Approval of written findings for CO 25-270 regarding communications between City Councilors
• Advisory opinion on CO 25-282 regarding Councilor Wayne Mallar’s actions at the August 14, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
• Advisory opinion on CO 25-283 regarding a City Councilor taking and circulating nomination papers for another councilor

Planning Board

The Board will review a Land Development Permit and Preliminary Subdivision application for a tiny home park with 30 new homes on Pushaw Road, Map‑Lot R21‑009, located in the Low‑Density Residential and Resource Protection districts. The applicant, John Karnes, seeks a private paved road, 37 parking spaces, and a private water distribution system using wells. Staff have resolved all compliance questions, and the applicant must return later for final subdivision approval and to provide required easement language. The meeting also includes a brief discussion on updates to the City’s Land Use Plan.

• Land Development Permit – Major Site Development & Preliminary Subdivision for a tiny home park (30 homes) on Pushaw Road, Map‑Lot R21‑009
• Applicant John Karnes proposes 37 parking spaces, a private paved road, and a private well‑based water system
• Staff resolved all documentation and compliance questions; applicant must return for final subdivision approval and submit easement language
• Other Business: Follow‑up and thoughts on Land Use Plan updates

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the Dec 9 2025 meeting. It found the tiny‑home park application complete and fees paid. After confirming compliance with numerous Land Development Code sections, the board approved the land development permit for the 30‑unit tiny home park on Pushaw Road.

• Approved minutes of Dec 9 2025 (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found application complete and fees paid (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with erosion and sediment control requirements (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with minimum lot standards and frontage (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with setbacks, height, and structure rules (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with road, driveway, and parking requirements (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with utility, stormwater, lighting, fire protection, and electrical requirements (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved land development permit for the 30‑unit tiny home park (all in favor, none opposed)

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights is meeting to discuss a proposal for a Language Access Plan (LAP) to assist residents with limited English proficiency. The committee will also review an encampment near the railroad and plan the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast.

• Proposal for a Language Access Plan (LAP) to provide interpretation and translation services
• Follow-up on encampment near railroad
• Planning for 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
• Discussion on updating the Remote Meeting Policy
• Review of the Annual Report and city webpage

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will review the Community Connector Fare Structure Assessment, which proposes a mobile ticketing app, smart‑card system, fare‑capping products, and revised fare prices. The committee will also discuss a proposed amendment to the Remote Meeting Participation Policy that adds mandatory pre‑registration and speaker controls. Additional items include a discussion on the city’s response to a homeless encampment on train tracks and an update from the Advisory Committee on Housing & Homelessness.

• Proposed fare price changes: Single Ride $2.00, Half Fare $1.00, Children’s Fare $1.00, ADA Paratransit $4.00
• Introduction of a mobile ticketing app and reloadable smart‑card for fare payment
• New fare‑capping products: $60 monthly cap and $30 half‑fare cap
• Remote Meeting Participation Policy amendment: mandatory pre‑registration, speaker verification, and possible mute control
• Discussion of homeless encampment response on active train tracks due to safety concerns

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee recommends authorizing the City Manager to execute an easement for Versant Power to install overhead wires at 289 Main Street. This action is required to provide electric service to the YMCA development under construction at 315 Main Street.

• Authorize City Manager to execute easement to Versant Power at 289 Main Street
• Authorize overhead utility line installation at Central Fire Station
• Authorize electric service to YMCA development at 315 Main Street

The Infrastructure Committee considered the Versant AE Rial Line easement. Councilor Leonard moved to forward the resolve to the full City Council, and the motion was seconded by Councilor Deane. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Forward Versant AE Rial Line easement resolve to full Council – motion passed

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider awarding the Broadway Culvert Repair project at Judson Boulevard to C&C Lynch Excavation, LLC for $85,245.60, covering the $10,245.60 budget overage with funds from the drainage improvements fund (Account 8152). The Committee will also vote on a resolve authorizing the City Manager to accept and appropriate $150,000 in grant funds from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services for an Overdose Response Program.

• Award Broadway Culvert Repair at Judson Boulevard to C&C Lynch Excavation, LLC for $85,245.60
• Cover $10,245.60 budget overage with drainage improvements fund (Account 8152)
• Authorize acceptance and appropriation of $150,000 grant for Overdose Response Program
• Program partnership includes OPTIONS liaisons, Community Health and Counseling Services, Bangor Police, and Together Place

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will review the Airport Director’s report on fuel farm relocation and a consolidated rental car facility, and discuss grant requirements from the Commission on Cultural Development. It will receive a workforce development status update and consider authorizing negotiations with a construction manager for the Bangor Central Kitchen Project. The meeting will close with an executive session on a real‑property/economic‑development disposition.

• Airport Director Report – fuel farm relocation and ConRAC project
• Discussion of Grant Requirements from the Commission on Cultural Development
• Economic Development Division status report on workforce development
• Authorization to Proceed with Construction Manager Negotiations – Bangor Central Kitchen Project
• Executive Session – disposition of real property/economic development

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance, Infrastructure, and Business & Economic Development committees will meet to discuss city contracts, grant appropriations, and airport capital projects. Key items include a culvert repair bid and a grant for an overdose response program.

• Proposed $85,246 contract to C&C Lynch Excavation, LLC for Broadway Culvert Repair at Judson Boulevard
• Proposed appropriation of $150,000 in Maine DHHS grant funds for an Overdose Response Program
• Proposed aerial easement to Versant Power at 289 Main Street for the new YMCA development
• Discussion of a new airport fuel farm with estimated construction costs between $45 million and $55 million
• Authorization to proceed with construction manager negotiations for the Bangor Central Kitchen Project

Bangor Livable Communities

The Livable Communities Committee will review the city’s 2018 Age‑Friendly Livability Plan, covering past projects and livability domains. Members will discuss ideas for projects under the AARP Grant Program. The committee will consider goals and topics for 2026. The meeting ends with setting the next meeting date.

• Review of the 2018 Age‑Friendly Livability Plan (past projects and domains of livability)
• Discussion of ideas for projects funded by the AARP Grant Program
• Consideration of goals or topics for 2026

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to review the current strategy for addressing the railroad encampment on active train tracks. The discussion will cover safety concerns, outreach, storage of personal belongings, transportation assistance, pet boarding, and housing‑first options. No formal decisions are indicated; the focus is on sharing information and gathering feedback from service providers and stakeholders.

• City will provide storage of belongings (2 30‑gallon totes per person)
• City will provide city bus tickets for transportation to warming shelters
• City will pay for pet boarding at the Humane Society
• Creation and monitoring of a by‑name list of encampment residents
• Tracking and sharing warming shelter availability

Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee

The Bangor Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will discuss the 2025 golf season, membership process and recent projects. The committee will review fall programming and upcoming winter activities, and receive updates on Essex Woods trail management and the park ranger program. Any other business will be addressed before adjournment.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Golf Course overview of the 2025 season and membership process
• Review of fall programming and introduction of winter programming
• Essex Woods trail management plan update
• Park Ranger program activity update and 2026 plans

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a request to replace rotted trim boards with white PVC boards at 62 High Street. The body will also vote on the adoption of findings and decisions for a previous project at 198 Broadway.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 62 High Street: replacement of rotted trim with white PVC boards
• Adoption of Findings & Decision for 198 Broadway regarding roof replacement

The commission unanimously adopted the Findings & Decision for 198 Broadway. It also approved the October 9 and October 29, 2025 meeting minutes. The request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for 62 High Street was postponed to the January 8, 2026 meeting.

• Adopt Findings & Decision for 198 Broadway (unanimous)
• Approve October 9 and October 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postpone Certificate of Appropriateness for 62 High Street to Jan 8 2026 (unanimous)

School Committee

The Bangor School Committee will meet to approve minutes, review September and October financial reports, and consider second readings of emergency evacuation and energy management policies.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• September and October 2025 financial reports
• Teacher nomination for 2025-26 school year
• Second reading of Revised Policy EBCB – Emergency Evacuation Drills
• Second reading of Revised Policy EBBD – Energy Management Programs

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review requests to change zoning designations for three properties and a proposal to allow City Departments to review Stormwater Law Permits. The board will also hold a workshop on buffer changes and discuss upcoming ordinance updates required by state law.

• Zone change for 195 Thatcher Street from Industry & Service to Urban Industry District
• Zone change for 38 Blue Hill East from Urban Service District to High Density Residential
• Zone change for 557 Hammond Street to remove contract conditions from Urban Service District
• Proposed amendment to allow City Departments to review Stormwater Law Permits
• Adoption of findings for 15 Hemlock Street and 509 Kenduskeag Avenue

The Planning Board adopted notices of decision for two development projects and approved the November 18, 2025 minutes. It unanimously recommended three zoning changes—195 Thatcher Street to Urban Industry District, 38 Blue Hill East to High‑Density Residential, and 557 Hammond Street to non‑contract Urban Service District. The Board also approved a code amendment allowing City departments to review projects that need Stormwater Law permits.

• Adopt Notices of Decision for 15 Hemlock St – Freeman Townhouses and 509 Kenduskeag Ave (unanimous)
• Approve minutes of the November 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommend zone change 195 Thatcher St from Industry & Service District to Urban Industry District (unanimous)
• Recommend zone change 38 Blue Hill East from Urban Service District to High‑Density Residential (unanimous)
• Recommend zone change 557 Hammond St from Contract Urban Service District to non‑contract Urban Service District (unanimous)
• Recommend amendment to allow City Departments to review projects requiring Stormwater Law permits (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring several property deeds, a residential lot purchase, and equipment contracts. The body is also discussing grant applications for permanent supportive housing and community paramedicine.

• Purchase of two plow trucks from Freightliner of Maine for $549,029
• Purchase of private residential lot at 354 Ohio Street for $39,900
• Application for up to $2,200,000 in HUD grants for supportive housing and services
• Appointment of David Teelon as Public Works Director with a starting salary of $127,420.80
• Acceptance of $243,225 from the Cole Foundation for a Community Paramedicine Program

The council approved a $16,449,413 appropriation to expand and relocate the Transportation Security Administration screening checkpoint. It also approved special amusement licenses for Timber Kitchen LLC (22 Bass Park Boulevard) and BET; Inc. (250 Haskell Road). Additional actions included amending the public comment policy, extending the Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee, and authorizing several grant applications and equipment purchases.

• Appropriated $16,449,413 for TSA security checkpoint expansion (passed)
• Approved special amusement license for Timber Kitchen LLC, 22 Bass Park Boulevard (approved)
• Approved special amusement license for BET; Inc., 250 Haskell Road (approved)
• Amended Public Comment Policy (passed, vote S‑4)
• Extended Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee through June 30, 2026 (passed)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for up to $2,200,000 HUD grant (passed)
• Authorized purchase of two tandem‑axle cabs and dump/plow equipment (passed)
• Authorized appointment of David FISH Teelon as Public Works Director (passed)

Weekly Full Packets

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the railroad encampment and a staff recommendation to create an Advisory Committee on Homelessness. The regular meeting includes several property-related orders and a leasehold agreement for a health clinic and shelter.

• Proposal to create an Advisory Committee on Homelessness to develop a strategic plan
• Purchase of private residential lot at 354 Ohio Street for $39,900.00
• Leasehold Mortgage and Security Agreement between Penobscot Community Health Center and Maine State Housing Authority for a $200,000.00 loan
• Quitclaim deeds for real estate at 74 Hammond Street and 360 Center Street
• Purchase of two tandem-axle cabs and chassis with dump body and plow equipment

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the railroad encampment and hear from Bangor Housing Executive Director Michael Myatt. The meeting includes executive sessions regarding personnel and real property or economic development.

• Public comment duration
• Bangor Housing report from Executive Director Michael Myatt
• Railroad encampment discussion
• Executive session on personnel
• Executive session on disposition of real property or economic development

Commission on Cultural Development

The Commission on Cultural Development will review meeting minutes, committee reports, and staff updates. The body will also discuss ongoing projects and plans for 2026.

• Review minutes from October 3 and November 7 meetings
• Review committee reports: Grant, Cultural Asset, and ARTober
• Review staff updates and Council comments on 2025 Fall grant awards
• Discussion of ongoing projects and Commission plans for 2026
• Review financial report: $20,081.00 balance and $2,500 in ARTober account

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 3 and November 7 meetings. Commissioners agreed to hold the opening of the public restroom art installation during the first Friday Art Walk in the spring. They also decided to continue discussion of ongoing projects, including the Pickering Square art installation and a cultural asset survey, at their January meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Oct 3 and Nov 7 meetings (motion passed)
• Agreed to open public restroom art at first Friday Art Walk in spring
• Decided to continue discussion of ongoing projects at January meeting

Board of Ethics

The Bangor Board of Ethics will first approve the minutes from its November 19, 2025 meeting. It will then address two unfinished business items: CO 25-270, an advisory opinion on communications between councilors after the May 7 budget workshop, and CO 25-283, an advisory opinion on a councilor circulating nomination papers for another councilor. The board will decide on executive sessions, review statements and records, and vote on motions for each issue. New and other business will follow.

• Approve minutes from the 11/19/25 Board of Ethics meeting
• Advisory opinion request CO 25-270: issue of communications between councilors after the May 7 budget workshop
• Advisory opinion request CO 25-283: issue of a councilor taking and circulating nomination papers for another councilor

Planning Board

The board will adopt the Findings & Decision for 15 Hemlock Street, approving a land development permit for a two‑story, four‑unit building with 42 parking spaces. It will also consider four amendments to the Land Development Code, including three zoning changes for parcels on 195 Thatcher Street, 38 Blue Hill East, and 557 Hammond Street, and a change to let city departments review storm‑water law permits. Additional items include a workshop on G&ISD buffer changes and a briefing on upcoming state‑mandated ordinance updates.

• Adopt Findings & Decision for 15 Hemlock Street – land development permit for a 4‑unit building approved (vote 7‑0).
• Zone change 195 Thatcher Street (Map‑Lot 017‑015) from Industry & Service District to Urban Industry District (≈6.42 acres).
• Zone change 38 Blue Hill East (Map‑Lot R22‑003‑B) from Urban Service District to High Density Residential (≈0.92 acres).
• Zone change 557 Hammond Street (Map‑Lot 013‑077) from Contract Urban Service District to non‑contract Urban Service District (≈0.44 acres).
• Amend Land Development Code to allow City departments to review projects requiring Stormwater Law permits.

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing several grant applications and funding appropriations focused on public health and homelessness. The body will discuss opioid settlement funds and provide updates on the railroad encampment and Homeless Response Manager.

• Application for up to $2,200,000 from HUD for permanent supportive housing and support services
• Appropriation of $243,225 from the Cole Foundation for a Community Paramedicine Program
• Application for up to $50,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds for a Nurse Practitioner in the One-Stop-Shop Program
• Ratification of a lease for office space at 304 Hancock Street for $395 per month
• Appropriation of $625 from Maine Health Access Foundation for technical assistance

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a bid for two 2027 Freightliner plow trucks for Public Works. The body is also discussing an order to authorize a leasehold mortgage agreement between the Penobscot Community Health Center and the Maine State Housing Authority.

• Purchase of two 2027 Freightliner 108SD plow trucks from Freightliner of Maine for $546,029
• Proposed Order to authorize a Leasehold Mortgage and Security Agreement for Penobscot Community Health Center's $200,000 loan from Maine State Housing Authority
• Subordination of City interest in the lease for Hope House on Corporate Drive

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee is discussing updates to the Land Development Code, including street definitions and parking buffers. The body is also reviewing the impact of three new state laws regarding housing density, parking minimums, and residential use in commercial districts.

• Proposed change to major/minor arterial definitions affecting approximately 6 properties, including Ohio Street
• Proposal to remove vegetated buffer requirements for parking lots adjacent to Government & Institutional Service District (G&ISD) parcels
• Review of LD1829 regarding housing density, ADUs, and minimum lot sizes
• Review of LD427 regarding off-site parking agreements within 0.25 miles of development sites
• Review of LD997 allowing residential units inside commercial buildings

The Business & Economic Development Committee voted to forward the arterials definition amendment recommendation to the full City Council. It also voted to forward the G&ISD buffer requirement recommendation to the full Council. Both motions were passed without recorded dissent.

• Forwarded arterials definition amendment recommendation to full Council (motion passed)
• Forwarded G&ISD buffer requirement recommendation to full Council (motion passed)

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance Committee will consider authorizing the purchase of two tandem‑axle plow trucks with dump bodies for $546,029, funded by the FY26 capital budget and reallocated surplus. The committee will also vote on authorizing the City Manager to execute a Leasehold Mortgage and Security Agreement for a $200,000 loan to Penobscot Community Health Center for improvements at the Hope House. The Business & Economic Development Committee will discuss proposed changes to the Land Development Code, including arterial street definitions, and receive updates from the Planning and Economic Development divisions.

• Purchase of two tandem‑axle plow trucks with dump bodies – $546,029 (Freightliner of Maine)
• Authorization for City Manager to sign Leasehold Mortgage and Security Agreement for $200,000 loan to Penobscot Community Health Center
• Proposed changes to major and minor arterial definitions in the Land Development Code
• Planning Division overview and Comprehensive Plan implementation update
• Economic Development Division overview and request for staff feedback

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights will review a proposed Language Access Plan and consider how to implement it across city departments. The meeting will also cover a remote‑meeting policy discussion, updates to the committee webpage, and planning for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast. Additional agenda items include agreement follow‑up and a report on warming‑shelter funding.

• Language Access Plan proposal and implementation discussion
• Remote Meeting Policy discussion (see attached policy)
• 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast planning
• Agreement Follow Up
• Warming shelter funding: $156,000 state reimbursement and $60,000 allocated

City Council

The City Council will review several property rezonings and the discontinuance of portions of Miller Street, Gilman Road, and Pushaw Road. The body is also deciding on a collective bargaining agreement for airport ramp attendants and shift leads.

• Ratification of $16,449,413 Passenger Facility Charge for TSA Terminal Security Screening Checkpoint Expansion
• Proposed re-zoning of 38 Blue Hill East to High Density Residential
• Proposed re-zoning of 195 Thatcher Street to Urban Industry District
• Collective Bargaining Agreement for AFSCME Council 93 Ramp Attendants and Shift Leads
• Quitclaim deeds for 11 James Street, 183 Parkview Avenue, 536 Union Street, 745 Hammond Street, and 1818 Ohio Street

The council approved, on first reading, the appropriation of $16,449,413 from passenger facility charges to fund expansion and relocation of the TSA security screening checkpoint. It also accepted a $7,500 donation from Fidelity Charitable for the Lise and Myles Striar Charitable Fund. Several cultural development grants ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 were authorized, and multiple municipal quit‑claim deeds were passed.

• Approved first‑reading appropriation of $16,449,413 for TSA terminal expansion (Resolution 26-026)
• Accepted $7,500 donation from Fidelity Charitable for Lise and Myles Striar Charitable Fund (Resolution 26-009, passed)
• Authorized $1,000 cultural grant to Bangor Authors' Collaborative (Order 26-027, 8‑1 vote)
• Authorized $3,000 cultural grant to Bangor Symphony Orchestra (Order 26-028, passed)
• Authorized $2,500 cultural grant to Penobscot Theatre Company (Order 26-029, passed)
• Authorized $1,000 cultural grant to Robinson Ballet (Order 26-030, passed)
• Authorized $2,000 cultural grant to Some Theatre Company (Order 26-031, 7‑2 vote)
• Passed municipal quit‑claim deed for real estate at 1 James Street (Order 26-012, passed)

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council will consider a consent agenda authorizing municipal quitclaim deeds for five properties with resolved sewer, stormwater, or tax liens. The meeting also includes a public comment period, discussion of a railroad encampment, a City Manager update, and two executive sessions on labor matters. No other items are listed for decision.

• Approve municipal quitclaim deed for 11 James Street
• Approve municipal quitclaim deed for 183 Parkview Avenue
• Approve municipal quitclaim deed for 536 Union Street
• Approve municipal quitclaim deed for 745 Hammond Street
• Approve municipal quitclaim deed for 1818 Ohio Street

City Council Workshop

The City Council will discuss the railroad encampment issue, receive an update from the City Manager, and hold two executive‑session discussions on labor matters under Maine law. The meeting includes a brief public‑comment period. No specific actions are listed in the agenda.

• Railroad encampment discussion
• City Manager’s update
• Executive Session on AFSCME Local 926 BIA Airfield and Building Maintenance (M.R.S.A. §405(6)(D))
• Executive Session on Labor Discussion (M.R.S.A. §405(6)(D))
• Public comment duration (15‑minute limit)

Board of Ethics

The Bangor Board of Ethics will approve minutes from its October 23 meeting and discuss three new advisory opinion requests referred by the City Council. The cases involve communications after a budget workshop (CO 25-270), a councilor's actions at a historic preservation meeting (CO 25-282), and a councilor circulating nomination papers for another (CO 25-283). For each case the board will decide whether to request statements, review records, address pre‑hearing issues, and set a public hearing date.

• Approve minutes from the 10/23/25 Board of Ethics meeting
• Discuss CO 25-270: issue of communications between councilors after the May 7 budget workshop
• Discuss CO 25-282: City Councilor Wayne Mallar’s actions at the August 14 historic preservation meeting
• Discuss CO 25-283: councilor taking and circulating nomination papers on behalf of another councilor
• Determine dates for public hearings on each advisory opinion request

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider land development permits for two residential projects and hold workshops on tiny home park rentals and arterial road definitions. The board will also vote on findings for 315 Main Street.

• Permit for a two-story, 4-unit building at 15 Hemlock Street
• Permit for 30 efficiency apartments and 7 parking spaces at 509 Kenduskeag Avenue
• Workshop on allowing short-term rentals in tiny home parks
• Proposed change to designate Ohio Street as a major arterial and remove State Street as a minor arterial
• Vote on Adoption of Findings & Decision for 315 Main Street

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the October 21 and November 5 meetings and adopted the Notice of Decision for the Bangor Region YMCA at 315 Main Street. The board postponed a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code that would let city departments review storm‑water permit projects. After a series of motions confirming code compliance, the board granted a Land Development Permit for the 15 Hemlock Street two‑story, four‑unit development. The board also found the 509 Kenduskeag Avenue application complete and in compliance with multiple code sections.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Notice of Decision for 315 Main Street YMCA (unanimous)
• Postponed Land Development Code amendment to Dec 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Granted Land Development Permit for 15 Hemlock Street project (unanimous)
• Found 509 Kenduskeag Avenue application complete and fee‑paid (unanimous)
• Confirmed 509 Kenduskeag Avenue meets erosion, parking, utility, and other code requirements (unanimous)

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss MaineDOT's upcoming replacement of the Kenduskeag Avenue and Stillwater Avenue bridges over I-95, including project goals, construction plans, traffic management, and total budgets of $13,750,000 and $42,355,000. The committee will also consider a large sewer abatement request for 307 Husson Avenue, Unit 1, amounting to $4,063.45. Both items are presented for review and possible approval.

• Kenduskeag Ave Bridge over I-95 replacement – total budget $13,750,000
• Stillwater Ave Bridges over I-95 replacement – total budget $42,355,000
• Contractor Cianbro and designer Mott MacDonald named for bridge projects
• Sewer abatement request for 307 Husson Ave., Unit 1 – $4,063.45
• Presentation of traffic‑maintenance plans for bridge construction

The Bangor Infrastructure Committee met on November 17, 2025. City Engineer Jefferson Davis gave an overview of the committee’s work and presented MaineDOT bridge‑work plans. Wastewater Manager Amanda Smith presented a sewer‑abatement request, and Councilor Leonard moved to approve it, seconded by Councilor Deane; the motion passed. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved sewer abatement request (motion passed)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the appropriation of over $16 million in Passenger Facility Charge funds for airport security upgrades. The body will also consider a fire department consulting contract and a charitable donation for residents in need.

• Appropriation of $16,449,413 in Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) funds for TSA Terminal Security Screening Checkpoint Expansion
• Contract award of $44,300 to Matrix Consulting Group for a Fire Department Community Risk Assessment
• Acceptance of a $7,500 donation from Fidelity Charitable for the Department of Public Health & Community Services

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will consider grant recommendations for local organizations and discuss proposed definition changes to the Land Development Code. The meeting includes an executive session regarding the disposition of real property or economic development.

• Recommendation to award $10,500 in grants to five Bangor organizations
• Proposed changes to Land Development Code definitions
• Executive Session on disposition of real property or economic development

The committee approved forwarding the Commission on Cultural Development’s Fall 2025 grant recommendations to the full City Council, with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved entering an executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C) and agreed to bring that executive‑session item to the next full Council meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Forward Commission’s Fall 2025 cultural grant recommendations to full Council (4‑1 vote)
• Enter executive session on disposition of real property/economic development (unanimous)
• Forward executive‑session item to next full Council meeting (unanimous)

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance Committee will discuss ratifying the City Manager's actions to apply for a $16,449,413 Passenger Facility Charge from the FAA to fund the TSA Terminal Security Screening Checkpoint Expansion. The committee will also consider a $44,000 contract for a community risk assessment and a $7,500 donation for residents in need.

• Accepting $16,449,413 in PFC funds for TSA checkpoint expansion
• Awarding $44,000 contract to Matrix Consulting Group for Community Risk Assessment
• Accepting $7,500 donation from Fidelity Charitable for residents in need
• Ratifying City Manager's actions to apply for PFC application to FAA
• Accepting and Appropriating $16,449,413 in PFC funds

Bangor Livable Communities

The Bangor Livable Communities Committee will meet to discuss updates to the Land Use Code and financial incentives for energy efficiency improvements. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall.

• Presentation on Land Use Code Updates
• Discussion on Financial Incentives for Energy Efficiency Improvements
• Next meeting scheduled for December 12th

School Committee

The committee will consider second readings for policies regarding budget adoption, bidding, and procurement. The meeting includes updates on the Listening Schools Project and first readings of policies on evacuation drills and energy management.

• Second reading of Revised Policy DBG – Budget Adoption Process
• Second reading of Revised Policy DJ – Bidding/Purchasing Requirements
• Second reading of Revised Policy DJH – Procurement Staff Code of Conduct
• First reading of Revised Policy EBCB – Emergency Evacuation Drills
• First reading of Revised Policy KLG – Relations with School Resource Officer and Law Enforcement Authorities

City Council

The City Council is holding an organizational meeting to swear in newly elected members. The body will decide on the election of a Council Chair for the 2025-2026 year.

• Swearing in of newly elected Council members
• Order 26-001: Election of Council Chair for 2025-2026

The council administered oaths to newly elected councilors Faloon, Carson and Walker. In a vote, Councilor Hawes was elected as City Council Chair, receiving six votes to three for Councilor Beck.

• Elected Councilor Hawes as Council Chair (6-3)

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the Remote Participation Policy to remove the option for remote public comment. The body is also considering funding for winter warming shelters and a zoning change for a property on Perry Road.

• Order 26-011 to no longer allow public comment via remote means
• Proposed $60,000 additional appropriation from General Assistance funds for winter warming shelters
• Ordinance 25-294 to re-zone 2.17 acres at 69 Perry Rd to Urban Industry District (UID)
• Resolve 25-311 to appropriate $3,045,785 in grant funding for the WIC Program
• Order 26-007 to execute a collective bargaining agreement for Aircraft Dispatchers

The council unanimously approved a $60,000 appropriation from general assistance funds to support warming shelters for the 2025‑2026 winter. It also passed a rezoning ordinance for property on G9 Perry Road and authorized a $45,785 health grant for the Women, Infants, and Children program. Additional actions included approving a collective bargaining agreement, several municipal quit‑claim deeds, a special amusement license renewal, and an amendment to the remote‑participation policy. A $7,500 charitable donation was received and referred to the finance committee.

• Approved $60,000 warming shelter funding (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of G9 Perry Rd property (9-0)
• Approved $45,785 grant for Women, Infants, and Children program (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 193 (unanimous)
• Approved quit‑claim deeds for five city properties (unanimous)
• Approved special amusement license renewal for Beck Dysurts Service (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to remote participation policy (unanimous)
• Accepted $7,500 donation; referred to Finance Committee (first reading)

School Committee

The Bangor School Committee holds an organizational meeting to take the oath of office, elect a chairperson and vice‑chairperson, adopt a code of ethics, and designate officers and committees. The meeting includes appointments for attendance, affirmative action, Title IX, wellness, and other subcommittees. After these actions, the committee will adjourn.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice‑Chairperson
• Adoption of Code of Ethics
• Designation of Attendance Officer, Affirmative Action Officer, and Title IX Coordinator
• Formation of Wellness Committee and other subcommittees
• Appointment of representatives to United Technology Center and Belonging Advisory Committee

City Council Workshop

The Bangor City Council will review a winter‑parking plan that allows overnight street parking unless a city‑wide ban is declared. Council members will hear a request for an additional $60,000 to fund warming shelters operated by Together Place and The Brick Church. The meeting also includes discussion of a Remote Meeting Participation Policy, updates from the City Manager, and three executive‑session items on personnel and union contracts.

• Winter parking proposal: overnight on‑street parking allowed unless a city‑wide parking ban is announced
• Remote Meeting Participation Policy (details not provided in agenda)
• Warming shelter funding: $30,000 each to Together Place and The Brick Church, with a request for an additional $60,000 to provide the full $60,000 each organization asked for
• Executive Session – Personnel contract under 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A)
• Executive Session – AFSCME Local 926‑08 BIA contracts for ramp attendants, shift leads, and dispatch

Commission on Cultural Development

The Commission on Cultural Development will review grant applications and recommendations for several arts organizations. The body will also discuss a project proposal for the Wabanaki Veterans’ Memorial.

• Grant application review for Bangor Authors Collaborative ($1,500 request)
• Grant application review for Bangor Symphony Orchestra
• Grant application review for Penobscot Theatre Company
• Grant application review for Robinson Ballet
• Project proposal for Wabanaki Veterans’ Memorial

The commission voted to accept the Grant Committee’s recommendations, awarding $1,500 to Bangor Authors’ Collaborative, $3,000 to Bangor Symphony Orchestra, $2,500 to Penobscot Theatre Company, $1,500 to Robinson Ballet, and $2,000 to Some Theatre Company, for a total of $10,500. The motion passed with all in favor, none opposed, and one abstention (Commissioner Campbell) due to a conflict of interest. The commission also approved support for the Wabanaki Veterans’ Memorial project and recommended its approval to the City Council. That motion passed unanimously with all commissioners in favor.

• Accepted Grant Committee recommendations, awarding $10,500 total (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Awarded $1,500 grant to Bangor Authors’ Collaborative
• Awarded $3,000 grant to Bangor Symphony Orchestra
• Awarded $2,500 grant to Penobscot Theatre Company
• Awarded $1,500 grant to Robinson Ballet
• Awarded $2,000 grant to Some Theatre Company
• Supported Wabanaki Veterans’ Memorial project and recommended City Council approval (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a zoning amendment for a 2.17-acre lot and a site location permit for a new YMCA building. The board will also receive a court update regarding an appeal for an Aroma Joe’s project.

• Zone change request for 69 Perry Road (Map-Lot R28-009) from I&S and Contract UID to Urban Industry District (UID)
• SLODA approval for a three-story building, parking lot, and play areas at 315 Main Street for Bangor Region YMCA
• Court ruling update on the Hamover (Aroma Joe’s) appeal
• Discussion on Land Development Code and Land Use Plan

The Planning Board postponed approval of the October 21, 2025 minutes until November 18, 2025. It voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the amendment changing 69 Perry Road from Industry & Service District and Contract Urban Industry District to a non‑contract Urban Industry District. The Board also unanimously found the YMCA SLODA application complete, added exhibits 20‑22, confirmed compliance with state statutes and DEP regulations, and determined the project meets the requirements for a Site Location of Development permit.

• Postponed approval of Oct 21, 2025 minutes to Nov 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning amendment for 69 Perry Road to non‑contract Urban Industry District (unanimous)
• Found SLODA application for 315 Main Street complete (unanimous)
• Added Exhibits 20‑22 to SLODA application record (unanimous)
• Found applicant in compliance with 38 M.R.S.A. § 484 and DEP regulations (unanimous)
• Found project meets requirements for a Site Location of Development permit (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an order to formally censure Councilor Joseph Leonard for his conduct at a previous meeting. The body will also consider a resolve to condemn hate speech and discriminatory language.

• Order 25-313: Censuring City Councilor Joseph Leonard for raising his middle finger and throwing a pen toward a member of the public on 10/27/25
• Resolve 25-314: Condemning hate speech and discriminatory language

The council considered Resolve 25-314 condemning hate speech. A motion to refer the resolve to the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights failed 2‑6, but the resolve itself passed unanimously 8‑0. The council also considered Resolve 25-313 to censure Councilor Joseph Leonard; after a postponement motion failed for lack of a second, the censure passed 5‑2.

• Motion to refer Resolve 25-314 to Advisory Committee failed (2-6)
• Resolve 25-314 condemning hate speech passed (8-0)
• Motion to postpone Resolve 25-313 failed (no second)
• Resolve 25-313 censuring Councilor Joseph Leonard passed (5-2)

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council will vote on an Order to formally censure Councilor Joseph Leonard for raising his middle finger and throwing a pen at a public member during the October 27, 2025 meeting. The Council will also adopt a Resolve condemning hate speech and discrimination in the community. Both items are presented as new business for the special meeting.

• Order 25-313: Censure of Councilor Joseph Leonard for inappropriate public gesture and action on 10/27/25
• Resolve 25-314: Formal condemnation of hate speech, discrimination, and intolerance
• Executive Session (M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A)) to discuss a personnel matter

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is holding a special workshop to review possible updates to Chapter 148 of the Historic Preservation Code. The discussion includes suggestions from a recent applicant and planning staff regarding permit flexibility and material standards.

• Proposed guidelines for new construction
• Discussion on flexibility for substitute materials and vinyl windows
• Review of permit expiration time periods
• Proposed changes to Certificate of Appropriateness voting requirements
• Discussion on stop work order powers for historic violations

The commission held a special workshop to review possible changes to the Historic Preservation Code. Commissioners, staff, and members of the public presented and discussed draft amendments, outreach ideas, and training needs, but no formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or tabling of proposals.

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The committee approved the September 30 minutes and discussed several agenda items, including the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, a naming policy for the golf course clubhouse, and language‑access services. Members voted 4‑1 to move forward with a revised 287(g) agreement resolve, incorporating the City Solicitor’s edits and an outline of the entrance procedure. Additional items included plans for a multilingual web landing page and a review of the committee’s website.

• Vote 4‑1 to advance the revised 287(g) agreement resolve with City Solicitor’s edits
• Unanimous approval of naming the Golf Course Clubhouse after former city engineer John Frawley
• Planning for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer
• Discussion of a language‑access statement, interpretation assistance, and a proposed multilingual landing page
• Request for members to review and provide feedback on the ACREIHR webpage

Members approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Roth and a second by Boyes. The committee also voted to add four new members—Teresa Fallon, Suzette Furrow, Sharon Webber, and Kylie Meehan. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Boyes and a second by Willey.

• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (motion Roth, second Boyes)
• Approved new members: Teresa Fallon, Suzette Furrow, Sharon Webber, Kylie Meehan
• Adjourned meeting (motion Boyes, second Willey)

City Council

The council will consider a series of consent agenda items authorizing quitclaim deeds and bills of sale for several city‑owned properties, orders to discontinue portions of Gilman Road and Pushaw Road rights‑of‑way, a development agreement for the former city nursery on Grandview Avenue, and a resolve to accept a $3,045,785 grant for the Women, Infants, and Children program. Unfinished business includes ordinances to remove appeal fees for disability variances and Fair Housing Act accommodations, a rezoning of a parcel at 1009 Ohio Street, and a $156,970.96 one‑time payment from the Maine DHHS. All items are slated for discussion or vote at the October 27, 2025 meeting.

• Authorize municipal quitclaim deeds and bills of sale for properties at 7 Shepherd Drive, 12 N Street, 21 Hutchinson Street, 27 Virginia Lane, 43 Holiday Park, 150 Holiday Park, and 250 Cedar Falls
• Order to discontinue about 18,425 sq ft (≈370 ft) of Gilman Road right‑of‑way
• Order to discontinue about 8,445 sq ft (≈145 ft) of Pushaw Road right‑of‑way
• Development agreement with Developer’s Collaborative Predevelopment LLC for the former City nursery on Grandview Avenue, planning up to 74 housing units
• Resolve to accept and appropriate $3,045,785 grant from Maine DHHS for the WIC program ($832,331 administrative, $2,213,454 food costs)

The council unanimously approved a $3,045,785 grant from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services for the Women, Infants, and Children program. It also approved a development and option agreement for a future city nursery on Grandview Avenue and rezoned a portion of 1009 Ohio St to a Government & Institutional Service District. Additional actions included removing appeal fees for disability variances and updating the Board of Appeals fee schedule.

• Approved $3,045,785 grant appropriation for WIC program (8-0)
• Approved Development & Option Agreement for future city nursery on Grandview Avenue (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1009 Ohio St from NSD to G&ISD (6-2)
• Approved $156,970.96 grant appropriation for general assistance (8-0)
• Approved ordinance removing appeal fees for disability variances and fair housing accommodations (8-0)
• Approved amendment to schedule of fees removing Board of Appeals application fee for disability variances (8-0)
• Authorized municipal quitclaim deed for 7 Shepherd Drive (consent agenda)
• Authorized municipal quitclaim deed for 21 Hutchinson Street (consent agenda)

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council meeting will vote on a $3,045,785 grant for the Women, Infants, and Children program and authorize a development agreement for the former City nursery on Grandview Avenue. Consent agenda items include several municipal quitclaim deeds and bills of sale for properties on Shepherd Drive, N Street, Hutchinson Street, Virginia Lane, Holiday Park, and Cedar Falls, as well as orders to discontinue portions of Gilman Road and Pushaw Road right‑of‑way. Unfinished business includes ordinances to remove appeal fees for disability variances and fair‑housing accommodations and to re‑zone a parcel at 1009 Ohio Street.

• Approve Resolve 25-311 to accept and appropriate $3,045,785 WIC grant funding.
• Authorize Order 25-310 for a development and city option agreement with Developer’s Collaborative Predevelopment LLC for the former City nursery on Grandview Avenue (up to 74 housing units).
• Consent agenda orders for municipal quitclaim deeds and bills of sale for properties at 7 Shepherd Drive, 12 N Street, 21 Hutchinson Street, 27 Virginia Lane, 43 Holiday Park, 150 Holiday Park, and 250 Cedar Falls.
• Orders 25-308 and 25-309 to begin discontinuing portions of Gilman Road and Pushaw Road right‑of‑way.
• Ordinance 25-293 to remove appeal fees for disability variances and Fair Housing Act reasonable accommodation requests.

Board of Ethics

The Bangor Board of Ethics will hold an organizational meeting to introduce members, elect a chair, receive training, and discuss adopting procedural rules. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment. No other decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Introductions of board members
• Election of the board chair
• Training session for members
• Discussion regarding adoption of procedural rules
• Adjournment

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee will discuss a conflict-of-interest matter with the City Solicitor. It will complete its review of grant applications for the settlement funds. The committee will also set the date for its November meeting.

• Conflict of interest discussion with City Solicitor
• Finalize grant application review
• Set meeting schedule for November

Planning Board

The Bangor Planning Board will vote to adopt findings for a 35 Milford Street Extension project and consider two land development code amendments: changing zoning for a 2.17-acre property at 69 Perry Road and a 0.42-acre property at 1009 Ohio Street.

• Adoption of Findings & Decisions for 35 Milford Street Extension
• Zone Change: 69 Perry Road (I&S/UID* to UID)
• Zone Change: 1009 Ohio Street (NSD to G&ISD)
• Stormwater Law Permit review amendment (postponed)
• Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning Board approved the minutes from October 7, 2025 and adopted the Notice of Decision for the 35 Milford Street Extension. The board postponed the proposed zone change for 69 Perry Road. It approved the zone change for 1009 Ohio Street from Neighborhood Service to Government & Institutional Service District by a 5‑1 vote. The board also postponed the stormwater‑law permit review amendment until November 18, 2025.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Notice of Decision for 35 Milford Street Extension – Penquis CAP (unanimous)
• Postponed zone change for 69 Perry Road (unanimous)
• Approved zone change for 1009 Ohio Street to Government & Institutional Service District (5‑1)
• Postponed stormwater‑law permit review amendment to Nov 18, 2025 (unanimous)

Infrastructure Committee

The committee will consider authorizing the City Engineer to begin the process of discontinuing portions of Gilman Road and Pushaw Road. The meeting also includes updates on snow plowing and a Valley Avenue speed study, as well as a discussion on unattended crosswalk policies.

• Proposed discontinuance of 0.42 acres (approx. 18,425 sq ft) of Gilman Road
• Proposed discontinuance of 0.19 acres (approx. 8,445 sq ft) of Pushaw Road
• Discussion of Unattended Crosswalk & Flashing Pedestrian Beacon Policy
• Valley Avenue Speed Study update
• Snow plowing update from Steve Smith

The Infrastructure Committee reviewed two requests from City Engineer Jefferson Davis to discontinue portions of Gilman Road and Pus haw Road. Councilor Tremble moved to forward the Gilman Road request, seconded by Councilor Leonard, and a vote was taken (the outcome was not recorded in the minutes). Councilor Leonard moved to forward the Pus haw Road request, seconded by Councilor Tremble, and a vote was taken (the outcome was not recorded). No other actions were decided.

• Motion to forward Gilman Road discontinuation request to full Council; vote taken (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to forward Pus haw Road discontinuation request to full Council; vote taken (outcome not recorded)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the award recommendation for the BGR JACE Controller Replacement for the city airport, proposing an award of $46,592 to AAA Energy. It will also consider a resolve authorizing the City Manager to accept and appropriate $832,331.04 in grant funding from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services for the Women, Infants, and Children nutrition program for October 1 2025 through September 30 2026.

• Award recommendation – BGR JACE Controller Replacement for Airport, $46,592 to AAA Energy (budget $50,000)
• Resolve – authorize acceptance and appropriation of $832,331.04 grant for WIC program (covers $789,256.04 WIC services, $40,075 Breastfeeding Peer Counseling, $3,000 Farmers' Market Nutrition)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will receive a check‑in on current economic development projects (no action requested). It will hold an executive‑session under M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) concerning the disposition of real property or economic development, and then consider possible action on that item. No other formal actions are scheduled for this meeting. Upcoming agenda items include a feasibility study on city‑owned properties, a comprehensive plan implementation report, and discussion of 2026 goals.

• Executive session item on disposition of real property or economic development (M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C))
• Possible action on the executive session item
• Economic Development Projects – Check‑In (no action requested)
• Feasibility study work on city‑owned properties – scheduled for November 2025
• Comprehensive Plan Implementation Report – scheduled for November 2025

The committee voted to enter an executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C) for disposition of real property or economic development, with all members in favor. After returning to open session, the committee approved the development agreement for Grandview Avenue, with the motion carried.

• Motion to enter executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C) passed (all in favor, none opposed)
• Acceptance of Grandview Avenue development agreement approved (motion carried)

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance Committee will consider a purchase of a BGR JACE controller for the airport, awarding the contract to AAA Energy for $46,592. It will also vote on a resolve authorizing the City Manager to accept and appropriate $832,331.04 in grant funding from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program for the period October 1 2025 through September 30 2026. The Business & Economic Development Committee will receive an economic‑development project check‑in with no action required and discuss a possible executive‑session item. The Infrastructure Committee will consider authorizations to discontinue portions of Gilman Road and Pushaw Road and discuss a speed‑study update and crosswalk policy.

• Award contract to AAA Energy for BGR JACE Controller Replacement at the airport – $46,592
• Authorize acceptance and appropriation of $832,331.04 grant for the WIC program ($789,256.04 services, $40,075 breastfeeding counseling, $3,000 farmers market)
• Authorize City Engineer to begin discontinuing a portion of Gilman Road (≈0.42 acre, 18,425 sq ft)
• Authorize City Engineer to begin discontinuing a portion of Pushaw Road (details attached)
• Valley Avenue speed‑study update and unattended crosswalk policy discussion

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold two executive‑session items under M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D). The first concerns AFSCME Local 926‑06 BIA matters related to airfield and building maintenance. The second addresses AFSCME Local 926‑08 BIA issues concerning ramp attendants and shift leads. No specific actions or decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Executive session on AFSCME Local 926‑06 BIA – airfield and building maintenance
• Executive session on AFSCME Local 926‑08 BIA – ramp attendants and shift leads

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts for Bangor International Airport and a $120,000 property option agreement for supportive housing. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to remove appeal fees for disability variances.

• Contract with Lakeside Concrete Cutting and Abatement Professionals for $555,600 to demolish the Alert Building at Bangor International Airport
• Option agreement with Bangor Housing Development Corporation to purchase property off Maine Avenue for $120,000 for 30 supportive housing units
• Contracts for boiler replacement and conversion at Bangor International Airport totaling $266,409
• Engineering and programming award to Wright Pierce for $315,800 for Department of Water Quality SCADA upgrade Phase C
• Proposed ordinance to remove application fees for disability variances and Fair Housing Act reasonable accommodation requests

The council approved a $730,000 grant from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services to fund public health and community services infrastructure. It also passed multiple orders authorizing airport contracts, a $120,000 property purchase, and a demolition contract for the Alert Building, and approved two special amusement license renewals. The council named the golf course clubhouse after John Frawley, appointed board nominees, and rejected a resolve on local enforcement policies by a 3‑5 vote.

• Approved $730,000 grant for public health and community services (passed)
• Approved order authorizing two boiler contracts at Bangor International Airport (passed)
• Approved order waiving bid process for Control System Upgrade Phase C for Department of Water Quality (passed)
• Approved order for $120,000 property purchase on Maine Avenue (passed)
• Approved order for demolition contract of Alert Building at Bangor International Airport (amount $ SSS,600) (passed)
• Approved special amusement license renewal for Penn Entertainment d/b/a Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway (approved)
• Approved special amusement license renewal for Giri Bangor Holiday Inc. d/b/a Holiday Inn (approved)
• Motion to reaffirm safety, trust, and community priorities in local enforcement policies failed (vote 3‑5)

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a recommended resolve from the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights. The meeting includes a City Manager update and an executive session regarding AFSCME, Local 926 BIA Dispatch.

• Recommended Resolve from the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights
• Executive Session regarding AFSCME, Local 926 BIA Dispatch

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council meeting will consider a consent agenda of multiple orders, including airport boiler contracts, a bid‑process waiver for a water‑quality SCADA upgrade, and a housing property option. Council members will also vote on a demolition contract for the Alert Building, a lease for space at 188 Maine Avenue, and several grant and donation approvals. The meeting includes a public comment period and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Authorize two boiler contracts at Bangor International Airport: $112,825 and $59,700 to Sullivan & Merritt Corp., and $94,184 to CCB Construction
• Waive bid process for Phase C of the Department of Water Quality SCADA upgrade; engineering cost $315,800
• Approve $120,000 option agreement to purchase property off Maine Avenue with Bangor Housing Development Corp.
• Approve $555,600 demolition contract with Lakeside Concrete Cutting and Abatement for the Alert Building at the airport
• Approve lease with Societe Internationale De Telecommunications Aeronautiques at 188 Maine Avenue, rent $3,000 per year

Bangor Livable Communities

The committee will receive a housing update covering city projects and a presentation by Cindy Witas, Development Director of the Bangor Housing Authority. It will also hear updates about two upcoming webinars: Lifelong Communities’ Universal Design Workshop on Oct. 15 and a National Center to Reframe Aging webinar on Oct. 28. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Housing update – city projects
• Housing update – presentation by Cindy Witas, Development Director, Bangor Housing Authority
• Webinar announcement – Lifelong Communities’ Universal Design Workshop (Oct 15)
• Webinar announcement – National Center to Reframe Aging (Oct 28)

Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee will approve the September meeting minutes and discuss several project updates. Staff will present plans for opening Sawyer Arena for the 2025/26 season. The committee will receive an update on the Dakin Pool discussion with the Friends of Dakin, and will hear updates on projects along the Kenduskeag Stream Trail and the Union Street Complex lighting and drainage work.

• Review of plans to open Sawyer Arena for the 2025/26 season
• Update on Dakin Pool discussion with Friends of Dakin
• Update on Rotary trail signage project along Kenduskeag Stream Trail
• Update on UMaine information kiosk project on Kenduskeag Stream Trail
• Update on Union Street Complex lighting and drainage projects

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider adopting findings and a decision for a Certificate of Appropriateness at 42 West Broadway. The applicant seeks approval to replace a slate roof with slate-like asphalt shingles.

• Adoption of Findings & Decision for 42 West Broadway
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 198 Broadway
• Review of slate roof replacement at 42 West Broadway

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the September 11, 2025 minutes and adopted findings for 42 West Broadway. Commissioner Quin was recused from the 198 Broadway agenda item. After a series of unanimous votes finding the application did not meet several Historic Preservation Code criteria, the commission granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for the roof replacement project.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adopted Findings & Decision for 42 West Broadway (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recused Commissioner Quin from 198 Broadway agenda item (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found application complete and fees paid (all in favor, none opposed)
• Determined application does not satisfy Historic Preservation Code §148-9A (all in favor, none opposed)
• Determined application does not satisfy Historic Preservation Code §148-9B(2)(b‑d,i) (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found property cannot yield reasonable economic return (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness permit for 198 Broadway project (all in favor, none opposed)

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee will discuss and adopt the subcommittee's recommended grant application and scoring rubric. It will also confirm the subcommittee that will review grant applications, consider any needed outside expertise, and set the timeline for the grant process.

• Discuss and finalize subcommittee recommended grant application and scoring rubric
• Confirm subcommittee that will review grant applications
• Discuss outside expertise that may be needed to supplement subcommittee reviewers
• Discuss grant application timeline and next steps

School Committee

The Bangor School Committee will hold its regular meeting on October 8, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes a first reading of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and revised policies regarding field trips, school volunteers, graduation requirements, weapons, and physical restraint.

• First Reading of Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• First Reading of Revised Policy IJOA – Field Trips and Other Student Travel
• First Reading of Revised Policy JICIA – Weapons, Violence, and School Safety
• First Reading of Revised Policy JKAA – Use of Physical Restraint and Seclusion
• Teacher Nomination for the 25-26 School Year

Planning Board

The board will adopt findings and decisions for three existing projects at 666 Finson Road, 438 Finson Road, and 315 Main Street. It will review a Minor Site Plan Revision application for 35 Milf ord Street Extension, Map‑Lot 045‑009‑E, located in the Multifamily & Service District, submitted by Penquis CAP, Inc. The meeting also includes a discussion on follow‑up thoughts regarding the city’s Land Use Plan implementation.

• Adopt findings & decisions for 666 Finson Road, 438 Finson Road, and 315 Main Street
• Minor Site Plan Revision – 35 Milf ord Street Extension, Map‑Lot 045‑009‑E, Multifamily & Service District (M&SD), applicant Penquis CAP, Inc.
• Follow‑up discussion on Land Use Plan implementation

The Planning Board approved the September 16, 2025 minutes and adopted notices of decision for 666 Finson Road, 438 Finson Road, and 315 Main Street. It found the 35 Milford Street Extension application complete, paid fees, and classified it as a Minor Site Plan Revision. The Board then granted a land‑development permit extension, moving the project completion date to April 2028. No public comments were received.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted notices of decision for 666 Finson Rd, 438 Finson Rd, 315 Main St (unanimous)
• Found 35 Milford St. application complete and fee paid (unanimous)
• Granted land‑development permit extension to April 2028 (unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will consider a resolve to accept and appropriate a one‑time payment of $156,971 from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services for General Assistance. It will also review a request for a $10,000 grant to purchase a multi‑user headset system for the fire department, an order to name the golf course clubhouse “John Frawley Clubhouse,” and a proposed amendment to appeals fees for disability variances and Fair Housing Act reasonable accommodations. Additional agenda items include updates on the Cross Insurance Center, the state fair, a warming‑center plan, and an updated resolve from the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights.

• Resolve to accept and appropriate $156,971 General Assistance funds
• Request to apply for $10,000 grant for a multi‑user headset system for the fire department
• Order to name the Golf Course Clubhouse “John Frawley Clubhouse”
• Ordinance proposing amendment to appeals fees for disability variances and Fair Housing Act reasonable accommodations
• Updated resolve from the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights on immigration and local enforcement policies

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider award recommendations for several capital projects, including a parking tractor for the airport, a barn removal at the Parks and Recreation Center, a boiler replacement at the airport, new tube heaters for fleet services, a roof repair for the salt shed, a fire station assessment, and demolition of the Alert Building. The committee will vote to approve the proposed contracts and expenditures. The items reflect FY26 budgeted amounts and vendor bids as documented by the city.

• Alert Building #610 demolition – Lakeside Concrete Cutting and Abatement Professionals – $555,600
• BGR Boiler Replacement – Sullivan & Merritt Corp. ($172,525) and CCB Construction ($94,184) – total $266,709
• Parking Tractor – United Ag & Turf – $34,610.96
• Barn Removal – DM&J Waste Management Inc. – $50,597
• Salt Shed Roof – Restorations Unlimited of Maine – $63,500

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will consider a lease between Societe Internationale De Telecommunications Aeronautiques (SITA) and Bangor International Airport and a proposed amendment to the Land Development Code’s stormwater management review. It will also receive updates from the Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Initiative and the Downtown Bangor Partnership, including requests to accept donated benches and holiday snowflake decorations and to consider ordinance changes. Additional items include a request for a letter of support to the Bangor YMCA and direction on a cultural‑commission grant.

• SITA lease with Bangor International Airport – forward recommendation
• Land Development Code – proposed change to Stormwater Management Review – forward recommendation
• Downtown Bangor Partnership – accept donated bench and snowflake design; consider ordinance changes on shopping carts, abandoned property, and sidewalks
• Request for letter of support to the Bangor YMCA
• Request to pursue grant for the Cultural Commission

The committee voted to enter an executive session to consider the disposition of real property or economic development under M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C). It also approved several forward‑recommendations, accepted a snowflake donation, supported a letter to the Bangor YMCA, and backed a grant pursuit by the Cultural Commission. Additionally, the committee granted Bangor Ho authority access to the Maine Avenue property.

• Approved entry into executive session for real‑property disposition (unanimous vote)
• Accepted the snowflake donation (motion passed)
• Forwarded recommendation on stormwater management review (motion passed)
• Forwarded recommendation on SITA lease with Bangor International Airport (motion passed)
• Forwarded recommendations to full Council from tourism branding project (motion passed)
• Supported letter of support to Bangor YMCA (motion passed)
• Supported Cultural Commission’s grant pursuit (motion passed)
• Granted Bangor Ho authority access to Maine Avenue property (motion passed)

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance Committee will review award recommendations for several city purchases, including a parking tractor, barn removal, boiler replacement, fleet tube heaters, a salt shed roof, and the demolition of the Alert Building. Members will vote on authorizing contracts and expenditures for each item. The agenda lists the vendors, amounts, and budget allocations for each recommendation.

• Alert Building demolition – Lakeside Concrete Cutting Inc. – $555,600
• BGR Boiler Replacement – Sullivan & Merritt Corp. ($172,525) and CCB Construction ($94,184) – total $266,709
• Barn removal – DM&J Waste Management Inc. – $50,597
• Parking tractor – United Ag & Turf – $34,610.96
• Salt Shed roof replacement – Restorations Unlimited of Maine – $63,500

Commission on Cultural Development

The Commission on Cultural Development will review committee reports, including the Grant and ARTober committees, and discuss plans for a historical display and art installations at Pickering Square. The agenda also includes a financial report and staff updates.

• Review of Grant Committee and ARTober Committee reports
• Discussion on Pickering Square historical display and art installations
• Financial report showing $20,081.00 in Cultural Commission funds
• Staff update on public restroom art completion
• Review of Maine Semiquincentennial Commission grant program details

The commission approved the minutes from the September 5 meeting. Commissioners voted unanimously to pursue a grant opportunity for the Pickering Square historical display project. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 5 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved pursuit of grant opportunity for Pickering Square historical display (all in favor)

Firearms Discharge Committee

The Firearms Discharge Committee will review its purpose and mission. It will consider a request from Mt. Hope Cemetery to modify the firearms discharge ordinance. The committee will also examine an updated GIS firearms discharge map. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Review purpose and mission of the Firearms Discharge Committee
• Consider Mt. Hope Cemetery’s request to modify the firearms discharge ordinance
• Review updated GIS firearms discharge map

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will hold an executive‑session meeting to interview candidates for a committee member, as authorized by MRS Title 1 Section 405(6)(A). No public participation is allowed. No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Executive session to interview committee member candidates (MRS Title 1 Section 405(6)(A))

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss the award of a contract for the Urban Forestry Management Plan to Eocene Environmental Group, Inc., and review the Forestry Division's third-quarter statistics and fall planting activities.

• Urban Forestry Management Plan contract award to Eocene Environmental Group, Inc.
• Forestry Division Q3 2025 statistics presentation
• Fall Tree Planting Plan and Pocket Park Pollinator Planting update
• Discussion of Emerald Ash Borer Response Plan
• Resident Tree Removal Requests (none at this time)

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights will review a naming policy referral to name the municipal golf course clubhouse after former city employee John Frawley. It will also discuss a draft resolution opposing 287(g) agreements and other public‑health and community grant updates. Additional agenda items include planning for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and language‑access tools.

• Naming Policy Referral: name Golf Course Clubhouse after former City Engineer John Frawley
• Draft resolution opposing 287(g) agreements (Bangor’s Commitment to Community Trust and Public Safety)
• Planning for 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast (hosted by Jeff’s catering)
• Public‑health update: 28 HIV cases reported; funding received to hire two case managers
• Community Development Block Grant: grant paused pending revision of action plan

The advisory committee approved the August 26 minutes unanimously. It also unanimously recommended naming the Golf Course Clubhouse after former city engineer John Frawley. A motion to move the 287(g) agreement resolution forward with the City Solicitor’s edits and an added procedure was approved by a 4‑yes, 1‑no roll vote. Other topics such as language access and website feedback were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved August 26 meeting minutes (5 yes, 0 no)
• Recommended naming Golf Course Clubhouse after John Frawley (5 yes, 0 no)
• Approved moving 287(g) resolve forward with edits and procedure (4 yes, 1 no)

Weekly Full Packets

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights will meet on September 30 to discuss several policy items. The committee is reviewing a proposal to name the Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse after former City Engineer John Frawley and discussing 287(g) agreements.

• Proposal to name Golf Course Clubhouse after former City employee John Frawley
• Discussion of 287(g) agreements and LD 1971
• Planning for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
• Review of Language Access Statement and accessibility tools

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will hold an executive‑session meeting on September 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM via Zoom. The only agenda item is to interview candidates for a committee member position under MRS Title 1 Section 405(6)(A). No public participation is allowed.

• Interview candidates for committee member position (MRS Title 1 Sec 405(6)(A))

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee Subcommittee will review letters of interest from applicants and hear directly from them. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Review Letters of Interest from applicants
• Hear from applicants regarding funding requests
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 73 Harlow St.

School Committee

The Bangor School Committee will review and approve the minutes from its September 10, 2025 meeting and the unaudited June 2025 financial report. It will consider nominations for administrators and extra‑duty assignments. The committee will conduct a second reading of Revised Policy GDB-6, the Executive Office Compensation Guide. Additional updates include a superintendent report and notice of resignations for the 2025‑26 school year.

• Second reading of Revised Policy GDB-6 – Executive Office Compensation Guide
• Administrator nominations
• Unaudited June 2025 financial report
• Approval of minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting
• Report of resignations for the 2025‑26 school year

City Council

The Bangor City Council will review a consent agenda of routine orders, including a quitclaim deed for 194 Warren Street, a partnership with the Bangor Rotary for signage on the Kenduskeag Stream Trail, and a $26,000 memorandum of agreement for clinical oversight of the HIV Intensive Case Manager Program. The council will also consider applications for a $243,225 Cole Foundation grant for a Community Paramedicine pilot and a resolve to appropriate up to $730,000 in Maine DHHS grant funds for public health infrastructure. Additional items include a collective bargaining agreement for Airport Operations, an easement at the end of Gilman Road, and a donation of 18 trees for Broadway.

• Order authorizing a municipal quitclaim deed for 194 Warren Street
• Order authorizing partnership with Bangor Rotary to install signage along the Kenduskeag Stream Trail
• Order authorizing a $26,000 MOU with Karen Gardner for clinical oversight of the HIV Intensive Case Manager Program
• Order authorizing application for a $243,225 Cole Foundation grant for a Community Paramedicine program
• Resolve to appropriate up to $730,000 in DHHS grant funds for Bangor public health and community services infrastructure

The Bangor City Council approved applications for a state housing‑stability grant of up to $400,000 and a $243,225 community‑paramedicine grant. It also authorized a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 926 for airport operations. Several other orders were passed, and a motion to postpone an easement was defeated.

• Approved Order 25-277 to apply for up to $400,000 state grant for housing stability services (passed)
• Approved Order 25-276 to apply for $243,225 Cole Beck Foundation grant for community paramedicine (passed)
• Approved Order 25-278 to execute collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 926 for airport operations (passed)
• Approved Order 25-272 authorizing a municipal quitclaim deed for 194 Warren Street (passed)
• Approved Order 25-280 to accept a donation of 18 trees from Bangor Beautiful (passed)
• Motion to postpone Order 25-279 easement to DEANE Bangor ME 1, LLC – postponed indefinitely
• Referral of Councilor Mallar's actions to the Board of Ethics (vote 6‑0 passed)
• New business motion passed 4‑2 (details not specified)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the City's Fiscal Year 2024 audit conducted by Runyon Kersteen Ouellette. The presentation covers fund balances, city and school revenues, and expenditures, as well as comparisons to other communities.

• Review of FY2024 audit results, including an unmodified financial statement opinion
• Identification of a material weakness in cash account reconciliations
• Report of total fund balance increase of $1,075,993 from FY23
• Analysis of General Fund revenues ($143,739,218 actual) and expenditures ($137,907,872 actual)
• Compliance testing of 10 federal programs, including ARPA and Federal Transit Cluster

Weekly Full Packets

The Finance Committee will meet to review the City's Fiscal Year 2024 audit, including financial results and compliance findings. The City Council will also hold a workshop with executive sessions regarding personnel and real property. Other scheduled events include a groundbreaking for the Sunridge Senior Housing Complex.

• Review of FY2024 Audit showing a total fund balance increase of $1,075,993 from FY23
• Audit findings of material weakness in cash account reconciliations
• Groundbreaking for Sunridge Senior Housing Complex on Sept. 24
• Executive Session on disposition of real property or economic development
• Executive Session on personnel/public official

City Council Workshop

The Bangor City Council will hear updates from the City Solicitor and City Manager. It will then enter two executive sessions: one under M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C) to discuss disposition of real property or economic development, and another under M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) to discuss personnel and public‑official matters.

• City Solicitor update includes Vacant Building Registration Ordinance enforcement and Rule 80K actions
• City Manager update (details not specified in agenda)
• Executive Session – M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C) – disposition of real property or economic development
• Executive Session – M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A) – personnel/public official matters
• Vacant Property Activity Report showing recent changes in vacant‑property registrations

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Subcommittee of the Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee will meet to review letters of interest. The committee will also hear from applicants regarding the funds.

• Review of Letters of Interest from applicants

Planning Board

The Bangor Planning Board meeting on September 16, 2025 will consider three land development permit applications. One application seeks site development and conditional use for the existing mobile home park at 666 Finson Road (Map‑Lot R21‑011) by Cedar Falls Residents’ Cooperative. Another seeks site development and conditional use for the existing mobile home park at 438 Finson Road (Map‑Lot R21‑005) by Streamside Pines, LLC. The third seeks a site development permit for a three‑story YMCA building with parking and outdoor play areas at 312 Main Street (Map‑Lot 035‑174) by Bangor Region YMCA. The agenda also includes a placeholder for any other business.

• Land Development Permit – Site Development & Conditional Use – 666 Finson Rd – Cedar Falls Residents’ Cooperative
• Land Development Permit – Site Development & Conditional Use – 438 Finson Rd – Streamside Pines, LLC
• Site Development Permit – 315/312 Main St – Bangor Region YMCA – three‑story building with parking and play areas
• Other Business – placeholder for additional discussion or Land Use Plan follow‑up

The Planning Board approved the land development permit for the Bangor Region YMCA’s three‑story building at 315 Main Street. The board also approved related compliance findings for erosion control, transitional yard, setbacks, and lighting. A motion declaring a conflict of interest for a board member on this project failed. Earlier, the board approved permits for two mobile‑home park projects on Finson Road.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 666 Finson Road application complete and granted its land development permit (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 438 Finson Road application complete and granted its land development permit (all in favor, none opposed)
• Motion that Member Brush had a conflict of interest on 315 Main Street project failed (none in favor, all opposed)
• Found 315 Main Street application complete and granted major site development permit (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved erosion and sediment control compliance for 315 Main Street (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved transitional yard compliance for 315 Main Street (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved setbacks, screening, and lighting compliance for 315 Main Street (all in favor, none opposed)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee will review a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights to oppose 287(g) immigration enforcement agreements. It will also consider an order to partner with the Bangor Rotary Club to improve signage on the Kenduskeag Stream Trail. Additional items include authorizing grant applications for up to $400,000 for housing stability services, up to $730,000 for public health infrastructure, and $243,225 for a Community Paramedicine program.

• Order authorizing Parks & Recreation to partner with Bangor Rotary to improve and install signage along the Kenduskeag Stream Trail
• Advisory Committee recommendation to Council to oppose 287(g) agreements
• Order authorizing City Manager to apply for a State of Maine grant not to exceed $400,000 for housing stability services
• Resolution to appropriate up to $730,000 in Maine DHHS grant funds for public health infrastructure
• Order to apply for a $243,225 Cole Foundation grant to support the Community Paramedicine Program

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider a one‑dollar easement agreement that would allow Bangor ME 1, LLC to retain solar‑farm improvements encroaching the 40‑foot setback line at 189 Gilman Road. The committee will also review a donation of 18 trees and shrubs valued at $2,100 from Bangor Beautiful Inc. for planting on Broadway between State and York Streets, and receive an update on the Valley Avenue speed study.

• Approve easement agreement (consideration $1) for Bangor ME 1, LLC solar project at 189 Gilman Road
• Accept donation of 18 trees and shrubs valued at $2,100 for planting on Broadway between State & York Streets
• Review Valley Avenue Speed Study Update
• Discuss tree planting logistics and utility coordination for the Broadway site

The committee approved the proposed tree donation from Bangor Beautiful. It also moved the easement agreement for 189 Gilman Road forward to the full City Council for consideration. No other actions were decided.

• Approved Bangor Beautiful tree donation (motion passed)
• Moved easement agreement for 189 Gilman Road to full City Council (motion passed)

City Council

The Bangor City Council will hold a special meeting on September 15, 2025, to elect a new Council Chair for the remainder of the 2024-2025 term.

• Special meeting to elect a Council Chair
• Order 25-271 to elect a Council Chair for the 2024-2025 year

The council held an election for the council chair at the September 15 special meeting. Councilor Tremble nominated Councilor Fournier and Councilor Beck nominated himself. A motion to cease further nominations was made, seconded, and passed. The council voted 5‑2 to elect Councilor Fournier as chair.

• Elected Councilor Fournier as Council Chair (5-2)
• Motion to cease nominations passed

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider award recommendations for three contracts. The custodial services contract for Airport, City Hall, and Public Health & Community Services totals $615,940 for Year 1, with Star Janitorial and Integrated Services as the low‑bid vendor. The airport’s purchase of a 1‑ton airfield maintenance vehicle is recommended at $97,625 to O'Connor Auto Park. The Maine Avenue Sidewalk project is recommended for $224,861 to LZT Services, covering a 0.90‑mile, 6‑foot‑wide sidewalk.

• Custodial Services contract $615,940 Year 1 for Airport, City Hall, and Public Health & Community Services – vendor Star Janitorial and Integrated Services
• Airfield Maintenance 1‑ton vehicle purchase $97,625 – vendor O'Connor Auto Park
• Maine Avenue Sidewalk Project – sitework contract $224,861 – vendor LZT Services (Brewer, ME)
• Eight bids received for custodial services, ranging from $1,901,380 to $2,691,950 for a three‑year contract
• Funding: FY26 budget for custodial services; MaineDOT Urban Partnership Initiative for sidewalk project

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will review a staff recommendation to increase membership rates at the Municipal Golf Course for the 2026 season. The proposal includes adjustments for Single, Couple, Senior, and Family memberships, with the goal of aligning fees with comparable local facilities.

• Review of proposed 2026 Municipal Golf Course membership rates
• Fee increases for Single, Couple, Senior, and Family memberships
• Comparison with Riverside Golf Course in Portland and local private clubs
• Discussion on Historic Preservation Ordinance work
• Update on Science Center Project with Maine Discovery Museum

The Business & Economic Development Committee heard a request from the Parks & Recreation Department to modify the fee structure at the municipal golf course and agreed to provide feedback to staff. The committee also received updates on the historic preservation ordinance, pre‑approved architectural plans, the science center project with Maine Discovery Museum, and the commercial kitchen project, but no actions were taken on these items. No votes or approvals were recorded.

Weekly Full Packets

The Bangor City Council will hold a special meeting to elect a Council Chair for the remainder of the 2024-2025 year. Additionally, the Infrastructure Committee will review a tree donation and a solar project easement.

• Order 25-271 to elect a City Council Chair
• Proposed $2,100 donation of 18 trees and shrubs from Bangor Beautiful Inc. for Broadway
• Easement agreement for a solar project at 189 Gilman Road with Bangor ME1, LLC
• Valley Avenue Speed Study update
• Executive Session consultation with City Solicitor

Downtown Parking Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Sewall parking report and the Downtown Parking Study that evaluate current parking supply and demand across six zones. Members will discuss the reported overall surplus of 273 spaces and the specific deficit of 741 spaces in Zone 1, as well as how residential conversion at 99 Franklin Street has reduced demand. The meeting will also address transient parking usage on Columbia Street and capacity at nearby lots before setting the date for the next committee session.

• Review of the Sewall parking report and Downtown Parking Study findings
• Discussion of zone‑by‑zone parking surplus/deficit, including a 741‑space shortfall in Zone 1
• Consideration of parking demand changes from the residential conversion of 99 Franklin Street
• Review of transient parking usage on Columbia Street and capacity at Abbott Square, Pickering Square, and Hancock Street lots
• Set date and agenda for the next Downtown Parking Advisory Committee meeting

Bangor Livable Communities

The committee will hear a presentation from Robyn Stanicki, Community Development Officer, on the Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program. The meeting will also provide updates on the Land Use Plan technical report, a Universal Design workshop scheduled for October 15, and upcoming events by the Maine Council on Aging and the Eastern Area Agency on Aging. The next meeting is set for October 10 and will focus on Community Planning Month.

• Speaker presentation on Consolidated Plan – Community Development Block Grant Program
• Release of Land Use Plan Technical Report
• Universal Design Workshop scheduled for October 15
• Maine Council on Aging event in Bangor September 18‑19
• Eastern Area Agency on Aging Harvest Breakfast September 18

Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee will approve the June meeting minutes. It will review proposed membership fee changes for the city golf course for the 2025‑2026 season. Staff will update the committee on the Parks & Recreation Center feasibility study and on ongoing projects, including combined work with the Forestry Division, Union Street lighting, and the KD Stream Trail. The committee will also receive a report on the completed summer recreation programming and upcoming fall programming.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Review of proposed golf course membership fee changes for the 2025‑2026 season
• Update on Parks & Recreation Center feasibility study
• Discussion of ongoing projects: combined Forestry Division projects, Union Street lighting, KD Stream Trail
• Report on summer recreation programming and plans for fall programming

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will adopt Findings & Decisions granting Certificates of Appropriateness for 18 West Broadway (walkway and porch repairs) and 120 Park Street (rooftop solar installation). It will also consider a new Certificate of Appropriateness request for 42 West Broadway to replace the existing slate roof with slate‑like asphalt roofing. The agenda includes routine approval of the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and adjournment.

• Adopt Findings & Decisions for 18 West Broadway – Certificate of Appropriateness for walkway and porch work in Whitney Park Historic District
• Adopt Findings & Decisions for 120 Park Street – Certificate of Appropriateness for rooftop solar in Great Fire Historic District
• New Certificate of Appropriateness request for 42 West Broadway – replace slate roof with slate‑like asphalt roofing in Whitney Park Historic District
• Approve August 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adjourn the meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the August 14 minutes and adopted findings for 18 West Broadway and 120 Park Street. After a series of votes on code compliance, the commission granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for the roof replacement at 42 West Broadway. The commission also scheduled a follow‑up meeting for October 1, 2025.

• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adopted Findings & Decisions for 18 West Broadway and 120 Park Street (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found application complete and fees paid (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness for 42 West Broadway roof replacement (all in favor, none opposed)
• Motion on Historic Preservation Code §148-9A failed (3 in favor, 2 opposed)
• Motion on Historic Preservation Code §148-9B(2)(d) passed (4 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Motion on Historic Preservation Code §148-9B(2)(e) passed (all in favor, none opposed)
• Scheduled additional commission meeting for Oct 1, 2025 (all in favor, none opposed)

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee will collect letters of interest from entities seeking settlement funding. It will also create a subcommittee to evaluate those letters and applications. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Collect letters of interest seeking settlement funding
• Establish subcommittee to review letters of interest/applications
• Adjourn

School Committee

The School Committee will consider nominations for new teachers and extra-duty assignments for the 2025-26 school year. The body will also conduct a second reading of revised compensation guides for support staff and supplemental pay.

• Nominations for new teachers for the 25-26 school year
• Extra-duty assignments
• Second reading of Revised Policy GDB-7 (Support Staff Compensation Guide)
• Second reading of Revised Policy GDB-9 (Supplemental Compensation Guide)
• First reading of Revised Policy GDB-6 (Executive Office Compensation Guide)

City Council

The council voted 8‑1 to authorize the sale of 110 Hildreth Street to Hawes Maine Recycling Corporation for $ 2,09I, 600. It also passed two ordinances—Safe Zones (9‑0) and a Land Development Code amendment (9‑0). Additional actions included purchasing three police patrol vehicles for $151, 527, and approving a $283,559.10 parking‑revenue control system contract. Several settlement agreements and the appointment of a new finance director were also approved.

• Approved sale of 110 Hildreth St. to Hawes Maine Recycling Corp ($ 2,09I, 600) – vote 8‑1
• Passed Safe Zones ordinance (Chapter 228, Article V) – vote 9‑0
• Passed amendment to Land Development Code, Section 165‑105 – vote 9‑0
• Authorized purchase of three police patrol vehicles from Darling's Ford – $151, 527
• Authorized contract with Tremble CTR Maine for new parking revenue control system – $283,559.10
• Authorized execution of FISH settlement documents in opioid litigation – passed
• Authorized appointment of Stephanie Fish Kimball as Finance Director – passed
• Authorized lease reassignment of 110 Hildreth Street to Maine Recycling Corporation – vote 9‑0

City Council Workshop

The City Council will review a proposal for a community paramedicine program and receive an update on the 2026 property revaluation process. The paramedicine program is a pilot designed to fill healthcare gaps and reduce hospital readmissions.

• Proposal for a community paramedicine pilot funded by the Cole Foundation for 18 months
• Update on 2026 Revaluation: KRT Appraisal has visited 8,768 properties (76% of city properties)
• Notification of 5,271 properties requiring interior inspection data
• Report on 2,732 properties not yet visited, including commercial and industrial classes

Commission on Cultural Development

The Commission on Cultural Development approved the minutes from the August 1, 2025 meeting. The meeting included a financial report and discussions on grants, a historical display at Pickering Square, and art installations, but no other actions were decided. The session was adjourned at 9:30 AM.

• Approved August 1 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee will consider forwarding an order to the City Council that would authorize the City Manager to sign a subordination agreement with the owners of 21 Eaton Place and First National Bank. This agreement would allow the owners to secure a loan for the required $70,000 rehabilitation of the property.

• 21 Eaton Place – Request for modification to a previously approved development agreement
• Introduction of New Director of Code Enforcement
• Executive Session: Disposition of Real Property or Economic Development
• Order authorizing City Manager to sign subordination agreement with 21 Eaton Place owners and First National Bank
• Possible action on Executive Session items

The committee voted to forward the 21 Eaton Place development agreement modification to the full City Council. It approved moving into executive session for real‑property matters. It also approved both the reassignment of the lease and the sale of the property at 110 Hildreth Street.

• Forward 21 Eaton Place development agreement modification to full Council (motion passed)
• Enter executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) (unanimous approval)
• Reassign lease for 110 Hildreth Street (motion passed)
• Approve sale of property at 110 Hildreth Street (motion passed)

Planning Board

The board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the Notice of Decision for 100 Thatcher Street. It voted 6‑1 to recommend that the City Council amend the Land Development Code to add private schools, training facilities and recreational uses as conditional uses on major arterials in the Rural Residence and Agriculture District. The recommendation passed despite one member’s opposition.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Notice of Decision for 100 Thatcher Street (unanimous)
• Recommended to City Council amendment to add private schools, training facilities, and recreational uses as conditional uses on major arterials in RR&A (6‑1)

Weekly Full Packets

The Planning Board will discuss amending the Land Development Code to allow private schools, training facilities, and recreational uses as conditional uses in the Rural Residence and Agriculture District. The board will also vote on the final findings for a project at 100 Thatcher Street.

• Proposed Land Development Code amendment for private schools, training facilities, and recreational uses in the RR&A District
• Adoption of Findings & Decision for 100 Thatcher Street
• Discussion on Land Use Plan implementation

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee will meet to discuss grant applications and collaborate with the Penobscot County Opioid Settlement Fund Committee.

• Discussion with Penobscot County Opioid Settlement Fund Committee
• Discussion of Grant Application

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights will review updates on the local HIV outbreak and discuss policy matters including 287(g) agreements and local ordinances.

• Review HIV outbreak update and case management changes
• Discuss 287(g) agreements and LD 1971
• Review ordinance chapter 23, Article VI
• Plan 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
• Review PRIDE booth follow-up

The advisory committee voted 6‑0 to bring the draft resolution opposing the 287(g) agreement to the city council. The Community Development Block Grant remains paused until a revised action plan is submitted by August 28, delaying projects 2‑3 weeks. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Vote to bring anti-287 resolution recommendation to city council – approved (Yes‑6, No‑0)
• CDBG grant funding paused pending revised action plan – status pending (no vote)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting – approved unanimously
• Decision to send postcards with QR codes and paper‑form option for resident survey

City Council

The Bangor City Council adopted several routine orders, including grant and contract approvals, and passed first‑reading votes on two ordinance amendments. It then voted 6‑3 to censure Councilor Joseph Leonard for inappropriate public remarks. A motion to postpone the related hearing failed 3‑6, while a separate procedural motion passed 6‑2.

• Approved $22 M FAA Airport Terminal Program grant application (Item 25-253) – passed
• Approved $382,700 contract with Beck Sargent Corp. for airport storm‑water maintenance (Item 25-254) – passed
• Approved $468,682 transit grant application with MDOT (Item 25-255) – passed
• First‑reading approval of Safe Zones amendment to Chapter 228, Article I (Item 25-256) – passed
• First‑reading approval of Land Development Code amendment for rural residence uses (Item 25-257) – passed
• Censured Councilor Joseph Leonard for inappropriate public remarks (Item 25-258) – passed 6‑3
• Motion to postpone public hearing on the censure to Sept 8, 2025 – failed 3‑6
• Motion on procedural hearing requirement – passed 6‑2

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting after a correction. It adopted the Notice of Decision for 179 Corporate Drive for the Penobscot Community Health Center. After a public hearing, the Board found the 100 Thatcher Street application met all required code sections and granted a Major Site Development Land Development Permit. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adopted Notice of Decision for 179 Corporate Drive (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 100 Thatcher Street application complete and paid fees (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 100 Thatcher Street project complied with multiple Land Development Code sections (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Land Development Permit for 100 Thatcher Street Major Site Development (all in favor, none opposed)

Infrastructure Committee

Councilor Leonard moved, and Councilor Fournier seconded, a motion to authorize the City Engineer to proceed with discontinuing a portion of Miller Street. The motion passed. The remainder of the meeting consisted of engineering updates and no further actions were taken.

• Authorized City Engineer to discontinue portion of Miller Street (motion passed)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee reviewed a code change request to establish safe zones. Councilor Leonard moved, and Councilor Hawes seconded, to forward the amendment to the full City Council, and the motion was approved. The other agenda items involved presentations and discussion but resulted in no formal actions.

• Approved forwarding safe‑zone code amendment to full Council

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 18 West Broadway to replace walkway and porch elements, and another for 120 Park Street to install rooftop solar panels, with unanimous votes. The commission voted to postpone the Certificate of Appropriateness for 198 Broadway (roof replacement) until the October 9, 2025 meeting, with three votes in favor and one abstention. The July 10 and July 31, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness for 18 West Broadway (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Certificate of Appropriateness for 120 Park Street (all in favor, none opposed)
• Postponed Certificate of Appropriateness for 198 Broadway to Oct 9, 2025 (3 in favor, 1 abstained)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved July 31, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to issue $70 million in general obligation bonds for a consolidated parks and recreation facility, which would require voter approval. The body is also deciding on several grant applications for public health, cybersecurity, and airport improvements.

• First reading of Order 25-251 for $70,000,000 in bonds for a Consolidated Parks and Recreation Facility
• Proposed $550,200 in Opioid Settlement Funds for an HIV Intensive Case Manager program
• Grant applications for a $75,000 One Stop Shop Program and $29,250 for computer security keys
• Airport improvement grants totaling over $4.3 million for runway reconstruction and PAPI rehab
• Public hearing for Special Amusement License renewal for Geaghan’s Pub and Brewery at 570 Main Street

The council approved contracts and grant applications for an urban forest plan, CARES, Homeland Security and police‑fire training grants, and accepted airport improvement grants. A motion to issue $70,000,000 in general obligations bonds for a consolidated parks and recreation facility failed on a 4‑4 vote. The council also approved a special amusement license renewal for Geaghan's Pub and Brewery and authorized $550,200 of opioid settlement funds for an intensive case‑manager program.

• Approved contract with FOURNIER Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. for Urban Forest Management Plan
• Approved application for $75,000 CARES grant to support One Stop Shop program
• Approved $29,250 Homeland Security grant for security keys for computer logins
• Approved $103,000 Homeland Security grant for police and fire training and equipment
• Rejected $70,000,000 bond issuance for parks and recreation facility (vote 4‑4)
• Approved $4,275,136 FAA and $112,503 Maine DOT airport runway improvement grants
• Approved $3I, 605 FAA and $831 Maine DOT airport improvement grant under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
• Approved special amusement license renewal for Geaghan's Pub and Brewery, 570 Main Street

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The advisory committee decided that the grant scoring metric will give preference to organizations that serve Bangor residents. It also agreed to request Letters of Intent from applicants before releasing the grant application, with city staff drafting the request for review at the next meeting. The committee committed to invite the Penobscot County Opioid Settlement Committee to an upcoming meeting.

• Add preference for Bangor‑serving organizations to grant scoring metric
• Request Letters of Intent from grant applicants before releasing application
• City staff to draft Letter of Intent request for committee review at next meeting
• Invite Penobscot County Opioid Settlement Committee to a future meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously approved the land development permit for 179 Corporate Drive, a major site development, conditional use, and SLODA modification. The board found the application complete, confirmed fee payment, and determined the project met all applicable code requirements. A condition was added requiring a water‑fixture count form be submitted to the Bangor Water District before a building permit is issued.

• Approved application completeness and fee payment (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved compliance with filling, grading, and erosion‑control requirements (unanimous)
• Approved yard‑space requirements for group buildings (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor display and storage buffer yard compliance (unanimous)
• Approved minimum street frontage of at least 50 feet (unanimous)
• Approved off‑street parking space, setback, and screening requirements (unanimous)
• Approved loading‑space standards compliance (unanimous)
• Approved utility‑connection condition: water‑fixture count form to Bangor Water District before building permit (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the $19,146.65 purchase of bicycle racks for Community Development. The committee also unanimously approved staff's recommendation on a hardship abatement application under M.R.S.A. Section 841(2). Discussion of the $29,200 energy audit for city‑owned buildings was tabled for the next meeting. No action was required on the $26,000 used detective vehicle purchase.

• Approved purchase of bicycle racks ($19,146.65) – unanimous
• Approved staff recommendation on hardship abatement application – unanimous
• Tabled discussion on Energy Audit of City‑Owned Buildings ($29,200) – to revisit next meeting
• No action required on purchase of used detective vehicle ($26,000)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee reviewed a request to change allowed uses in the Rural Residential & Agricultural district and considered making the use conditional. Councilors asked for clarifications on terminology, conditional use status, and arterial definitions, which Development Director Anne Krieg provided. The committee also heard the Airport Director’s report and a request for staff support on pending legislation. No formal action or vote was taken; the land‑use request was sent to the full City Council for further review.

• Request to change allowed uses in Rural Residential & Agricultural district forwarded to Council (no vote)

Commission on Cultural Development

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the June 6 meeting. Commissioners agreed to create a shared file for supporting documents for future grant applications. The FY26 grant budget of $20,000 and ARTober budget of $2,500 were confirmed as available. The meeting adjourned at 9:06 AM.

• Approved June 6 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Agreed to create shared file for grant supporting documents (no vote recorded)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission voted 3‑1 to determine that Alternate Member Keebler had a conflict of interest, resulting in his recusal from the meeting. Later, the commission unanimously voted to postpone further review of Steve Farren’s roof replacement application to the August 14 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Found Alternate Member Keebler has a conflict of interest (3‑1), recused him
• Postponed further review of Steve Farren roof replacement application to Aug 14 (unanimous)

City Council

The council authorized the purchase of a new fire truck for $1,158,294. It also adopted two zoning amendments, re‑zoning properties at 509 Kenduskeag Avenue and 1017 Union Street, each passing unanimously (8‑0). Additional actions included approving grant appropriations for health and safety programs, taking airport improvement grants to first reading, and renewing three special amusement licenses.

• Approved purchase of fire truck for $1,158,294 (passed)
• Adopted ordinance re‑zoning 509 Kenduskeag Ave to High‑Density Residential (8‑0)
• Adopted ordinance re‑zoning 1017 Union St to Shopping & Personal Service (8‑0)
• Approved $1,706,934 grant from Maine Dept of Health for overdose prevention program (passed)
• Approved $160,045 grant from Maine Dept of Public Safety for wellness reimbursement (passed)
• Accepted airport improvement grant $4,275,136 FAA and $112,503 MDOT (first reading)
• Accepted airport improvement grant $31,605 FAA and $831 MDOT under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (first reading)
• Renewed special amusement licenses for Pike & Peppard, Smoke & Steel, and Sea Dog Brewing (approved)

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The advisory committee voted 8‑0 to approve the recommendation to fund a two‑year intensive case‑management program using the slightly more expensive option and to send that recommendation to the City Council. The committee also agreed to invite the Together Place to the next meeting, to hold public stakeholder input sessions in late August, and to keep the next meeting on the regular date and time.

• Approved two‑year intensive case‑management program funding (8‑0, one absent)
• Motion to send the case‑management recommendation to City Council approved
• Invited the Together Place to attend the next committee meeting
• Planned public and stakeholder input sessions for late August
• Decided to keep the next meeting on the regular date and time

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee recommended two state grants—$1,706,934 for overdose prevention and $160,045 for a public‑safety wellness pilot—to the full council, with no objections. It decided the Airport Committee will remain under Business & Economic Development and receive quarterly reports. The committee also approved moving City Hall closing time from 4:30 pm to 4:15 pm.

• Recommended acceptance and appropriation of $1,706,934 overdose prevention grant to full council (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance and appropriation of $160,045 public safety wellness reimbursement grant to full council (unanimous)
• Decided to keep Airport Committee under Business & Economic Development with quarterly reports
• Approved change of City Hall closing time from 4:30 pm to 4:15 pm (unanimous)

Infrastructure Committee

The committee approved sewer abatements for 18 North High Street, 1343 Ohio Street, and 515 Main Street. It accepted the Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan. It also moved the Bangor Water District lease agreement and the Mainedot traffic‑signal maintenance agreement to the full Council for further action.

• Approved sewer abatement for 18 North High Street (motion passed)
• Approved sewer abatement for 1343 Ohio Street (motion passed)
• Approved sewer abatement for 515 Main Street (motion passed)
• Accepted Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan (motion passed)
• Forwarded Bangor Water District lease agreement at water tower to full Council (motion passed)
• Forwarded Mainedot traffic signal maintenance agreement to full Council (motion passed)

Finance Committee

The committee approved purchases of naloxone kits, an urban forestry management plan, a fire engine, and power‑ambulance stretchers, each by unanimous vote. It also approved a resolution to amend Council Resolve 25-201 to reduce the Bangor School Department appropriation and two resolutions to accept and appropriate FAA and MDOT airport grants totaling $4.39 million, both unanimously. Councilor Tremble was determined not to need to recuse himself from the urban forestry bid discussion.

• Approved purchase of naloxone kits (prices $24.00–$34.00 per kit) – unanimous
• Approved $53,960 purchase of Urban Forestry Management Plan – unanimous
• Approved $1,158,294 purchase of fire truck – unanimous
• Approved $191,463.15 purchase of power‑ambulance stretchers – unanimous
• Approved resolution to amend Council Resolve 25-201 to reduce school department appropriation – unanimous
• Approved resolution to accept and appropriate FAA and MDOT funds for runway rehab PAPI – unanimous
• Approved resolution to accept and appropriate airport improvement grant of $4,275,136 (FAA) and $112,503 (MDOT) – unanimous
• Determined Councilor Tremble did not need to recuse from urban forestry bid discussion – unanimous

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting (5‑0). After a public hearing, the Board unanimously passed a series of motions confirming the proposal meets lot coverage, temporary need, and aesthetic standards, and that it is not permanent or for retail. The final motion to grant the temporary storage building at 108‑148 Harlow Street was approved (5‑0).

• Approved May 29, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Confirmed temporary storage use does not exceed lot coverage limits (5-0)
• Found a valid temporary need and operational hardship if denied (5-0)
• Stated the use will not be detrimental to neighboring properties (5-0)
• Declared the use is not intended as a permanent or long‑term use (5-0)
• Asserted the use does not circumvent district building area limits (5-0)
• Approved adequate screening of the use from neighborhood and street (5-0)
• Granted request for temporary storage building at 108‑148 Harlow Street (5-0)

Planning Board

The board adopted findings for 200/210 State Street and 1205 Broadway, recommended two zoning changes to City Council, and unanimously granted a major site development permit for the Bangor Elks Lodge at 108 Odlin Road, including approval of all required code compliance items. All motions passed with all members in favor and none opposed. No public comments were received on the zoning proposals.

• Adopted Findings & Decisions for 200/210 State Street and 1205 Broadway (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recommended to City Council zone change for 509 Kenduskeag Avenue to High‑Density Residential (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recommended to City Council zone change for 1017 Union Street to Shopping & Personal Service (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found Land Development Permit application complete for 108 Odlin Road (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Land Development Permit for 108 Odlin Road – Major Site Development (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found Conditional Use application complete for 35 Queen City Boulevard (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved environmental condition requiring updated wetlands‑mitigation letter for 35 Queen City Blvd (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved excavation‑setback condition for 35 Queen City Blvd (all in favor, none opposed)

City Council

The Bangor City Council adopted several routine consent‑agenda items, approved a $ 1, 500, 000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration to purchase a community connector bus and ADA paratransit vans, waived two readings and unanimously approved a $ 480, 853 FAA airport improvement grant (plus $ 12, 654 from MDOT), and approved a $ 679, 000 contract for a new live‑fire training building. The council also gave first readings and referred two zoning amendment ordinances and other resolutions to the appropriate committees.

• Approved $ 1, 500, 000 transit grant (Item 25-230)
• Waived two readings and approved $ 480, 853 FAA airport grant plus $ 12, 654 MDOT grant (Item 25-236) – vote 7‑0
• Approved $ 679, 000 contract for fire training building (Item 25-237)
• First reading and referral of zoning amendment for 509 Kenduskeag Ave (Item 25-231)
• First reading and referral of zoning amendment for 1017 Union St (Item 25-232)
• First reading and referral of overdose prevention funding resolution (Item 25-233)
• First reading and referral of public safety wellness grant resolution (Item 25-234)
• First reading and referral of school department appropriation amendment (Item 25-235)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the Findings & Decisions for 218 Ohio Street and 233 Cedar Street, with all members voting in favor. The Certificate of Appropriateness for 198 Broadway was postponed to a special meeting on July 31, also unanimously approved. Development staff will resend public notices to the abutters of 198 Broadway.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings & Decisions for 218 Ohio Street and 233 Cedar Street (unanimous)
• Postponed 198 Broadway Certificate of Appropriateness to July 31 special meeting (unanimous)
• Public notices for 198 Broadway to be resent to abutters

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The advisory committee reached consensus to create case management services for people who are HIV positive within Bangor Public Health. City Manager Carollynn Lear will work with Public Health Director Gunderman to produce a cost estimate for those services before the next meeting. No formal vote was recorded.

• Consensus reached to develop HIV-positive case management services in Bangor Public Health (no vote recorded)
• City Manager Lear tasked to obtain cost estimate for the proposed services

Business & Economic Development Committee

The committee voted to forward the Sunset Acres easement request to the full City Council. It also voted to approve the Commission on Cultural Development’s grant application request. No other actions were taken; the meeting included reports on the land use plan, economic development, and the airport.

• Forward Sunset Acres easement request to full Council – approved
• Approve Commission on Cultural Development grant application – approved

Planning Board

The Planning Board found the applications for 1205 Broadway and 200‑210 State Street complete, confirmed they met all required code sections, and granted the permits. The Broadway permit was approved with a condition to record a stormwater utility easement within 90 days. The State Street permit was approved with a condition to execute and record an affordable‑housing agreement before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. All motions passed with all members in favor and none opposed.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 1205 Broadway application complete and fee‑paid (all in favor, none opposed)
• Confirmed 1205 Broadway meets Land Development Code §§165‑126F(1‑6) and §165‑114A/J (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Land Development Permit for 1205 Broadway with stormwater easement condition (all in favor, none opposed)
• Found 200‑210 State St application complete and fee‑paid (all in favor, none opposed)
• Confirmed 200‑210 State St meets relevant code sections on parking, utilities, fire protection, etc. (all in favor, none opposed)
• Granted Land Development Permit for 200‑210 State St with affordable‑housing agreement condition (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recorded that no public comments were received for either application (all in favor, none opposed)

Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee agreed to hold meetings every other week, with the next meeting set for July 9 at 6 p.m. The Maine Opioid Settlement Support Center will send follow‑up materials about the amount and timing of the city’s settlement money. City Manager Carollynn Lear will present the city’s ARPA process and discuss parameters for using the funds at the next meeting. No formal approvals or votes were recorded.

City Council

The council adopted a $19,520,915 appropriation for the school district's share of public‑education costs (9‑0). It also approved a $2,380,000 non‑state debt‑service allocation for the Bangor School Department (9‑0) and transferred $350,000 from a masonry restoration project to other school construction (9‑0). Additional actions included a $833,082 Community Development Block Grant (7‑2), HUD rental‑assistance funds (9‑0), a $27,801 CDC grant (9‑0), and approval of two special amusement licenses (both 9‑0).

• Approved $19,520,915 school district contribution (9‑0)
• Approved $2,380,000 non‑state funded debt service allocation (9‑0)
• Approved $350,000 transfer from Mary Snow School masonry restoration (9‑0)
• Appropriated $833,082 Community Development Block Grant (7‑2)
• Authorized HUD grant funds for rental assistance program (9‑0)
• Authorized $27,801 CDC grant for public health and WIC program (9‑0)
• Approved Special Amusement License for Blue Sky Lounge, 357 Olden Road (9‑0)
• Approved Special Amusement License for Las Palapas Mexican Restaurant, 8 Bangor Mall Blvd (9‑0)

Weekly Full Packets

The council adopted a series of consent‑agenda orders, including acceptance of $1,490.05 from a state criminal forfeiture, a memorial recognition policy, and contracts for rock salt, hot‑mix asphalt and polymer cold‑patch. It also approved the sale of the 0 Chase Road property for $9,900, a $1.5 M extension of the B&B Paving contract for the 2026 paving program, a collective‑bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 926‑01, and lease and transportation service agreements. No other substantive items were decided at this meeting.

• Authorized acceptance of $1,490.05 state criminal forfeiture funds
• Adopted Memorial Recognition Policy for city parks
• Authorized rock‑salt contract with New England Salt Co. at $66.45/ton
• Authorized asphalt and polymer cold‑patch contract with Sargent Corporation ($450,500‑$489,500)
• Authorized sale of 0 Chase Road property for $9,900 to Dylan LaMothe
• Authorized $1.5 M extension of B&B Paving contract for FY 2026 paving program
• Authorized execution of collective‑bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 926‑01
• Authorized lease amendment with Hannaford Bros. Co., LLC at 39 Florida Ave

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee voted 4‑1 to rescind its earlier approval of the 8 Harlow Street development agreement and then moved to send the revised proposal to the full City Council. The committee also approved forwarding airport lease renewals for Lyft and Uber, the C‑PACE program, and two real‑property disposition items (39 Florida Avenue and 110 Hildreth Street) to the Council. An executive‑session motion to consider real‑property dispositions passed unanimously. No action was taken on the mid‑year planning division report.

• Rescinded previous vote on 8 Harlow Street modification (4-1)
• Forwarded 8 Harlow Street modification to full Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded Lyft and Uber airport lease renewals to full Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded C‑PACE program proposal to full Council (unanimous)
• Approved executive session on real‑property disposition (unanimous)
• Forwarded disposition of 39 Florida Avenue to full Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded disposition of 110 Hildreth Street to full Council (unanimous)

City Council

The council adopted a series of appropriations and authorizations, including a $1,543,120 HUD grant for the Rental Assistance Program and $833,082 of Community Development Block Grant funding. It also approved a $679,000 appropriation for a new fire training building and created a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program. A motion to renegotiate a development agreement for 8 Harlow Street failed, while the HUD FY25 Action Plan was authorized.

• Approved $1,543,120 HUD grant for Rental Assistance Program (8‑0)
• Approved $833,082 Community Development Block Grant funding (8‑0)
• Approved $679,000 for new fire training building (8‑0)
• Adopted ordinance creating Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program (referral to committee) (8‑0)
• Approved land lease agreements with Enterprise Rent‑A‑Car (passed as amended) (8‑0)
• Authorized execution and filing of HUD FY25 Annual Action Plan (vote S‑3, passed)
• Failed motion to suspend rules to renegotiate development agreement for 8 Harlow Street (5‑3)
• Authorized contract with Downtown Bangor Partnership (8‑0)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee reviewed a request to change the name on the development agreement for 8 Harlow Street, add a Letter of Credit, and adjust the project timeline. Councilor Fish moved to forward the item to the full Council for a vote, and the motion passed 3‑2. Committee Chair Richard Fournier appointed Council Chair Cara Pelletier to serve as the replacement committee member.

• Forward 8 Harlow Street development agreement to full Council – passed (3-2)
• Appointed Council Chair Pelletier as committee member – appointed

Commission on Cultural Development

The commission approved a deadline extension for the Public Restroom Art project after a unanimous vote. It also passed a motion to support the proposed historical display at Pickering Square, again unanimously. The May 2 meeting minutes were approved, and other committee reports were noted but no decisions were made on them.

• Approved May 2 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved deadline extension request for Public Restroom Art (unanimous)
• Approved support for Pickering Square historical display (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. It unanimously recommended that City Council approve an amendment to add flexibility to reconstruction requirements for existing manufactured home parks built before 1971. It also unanimously recommended that City Council approve an amendment to remove limits on the number and square footage of temporary commercial vendors in the Waterfront Development District.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recommended City Council amend Land Development Code for flexibility in reconstruction of pre‑1971 manufactured home parks (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recommended City Council amend Land Development Code to remove limits on number and square footage of temporary commercial vendors in Waterfront Development District (all in favor, none opposed)

Government Operations Committee

Councilor Tremble chaired the meeting. The City Clerk provided updates on online payments, upcoming November election procedures, early voting location, license plate issuance, and handling of historic voter records. The City Solicitor presented proposed revisions to the Vacant Buildings Registration Ordinance, but no vote was taken. The committee adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabling of measures.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved four purchases: a $48,039 sewer maintenance pickup from Darling’s Ford, $45,000 floor drain replacements from Hines Ground Services, $61,470 airport fuel‑tank painting from West Virginia Paint LLC (bid process waived), and $112,262 chip‑seal pavement preservation from All States Construction, Inc. Each item was moved by a councilor, seconded by another, and passed without objection.

• Approved $48,039 Maintenance Pickup – Sewer – Darling’s Ford
• Approved $45,000 Floor Drains – Central Fire – Hines Ground Services
• Approved $61,470 Fuel Farm Painting – West Virginia Paint LLC (bid waiver)
• Approved $112,262 Chip Seal Pavement Preservation – All States Construction, Inc.

Business & Economic Development Committee

The committee voted to authorize staff to accept the requested lease amendment for the Bangor Farmers’ Market. A motion to amend the development agreement for 8 Harlow Street was rejected. The committee also entered executive session to consider a real‑property disposition, passing the motion unanimously.

• Authorized staff to accept Farmers’ Market lease amendment (approved)
• Motion to amend development agreement for 8 Harlow St. failed (2 in favor, 2 opposed)
• Moved to executive session for real‑property disposition, passed unanimously (all in favor)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals unanimously approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the written Notice of Decision for the appeal concerning 198 Broadway filed by Steven Farren. The board then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 22 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved written Notice of Decision for 198 Broadway appeal (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The council approved a resolution (25‑167) ratifying the city manager’s actions to apply for a $4,363,926 FAA grant and $114,840 MDOT grant for runway rehabilitation. It also approved a $450,130 contract to replace a hangar door (25‑163) and several cultural‑development grants totaling $9,432. Ordinance amendments for public safety, land‑development permits, and disruptive‑property definitions all passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 25‑167 ratifying application for $4,363,926 FAA and $114,840 MDOT runway grant (passed)
• Approved Order 25‑163 authorizing $450,130 contract with Chiles to replace a hangar door (passed)
• Approved cultural‑development grants: $1,964 to Bangor Ballet, $2,000 to Bangor Beautiful, $500 to Bangor Public Library, $2,000 to Downtown Bangor Partnership, $1,964 to Maine Academy of Modern Music (all passed)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑154 adding General Public Safety Use to Airport Development District (vote 7‑0, passed)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑155 clarifying land‑development permit requirements (vote 7‑0, passed)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑156 updating the Disruptive Property Ordinance (vote 7‑0, passed)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑157 amending Boards, Committees and Commissions language (vote 6‑1, passed)
• Approved Order 25‑184 naming a trail segment in honor of Gerald E. Talbot (passed)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee discussed the vacant 271 Elm Street site. Council members agreed to impose a 30‑day deadline for installing a fence and removing trash from the property. The committee was advised that these actions must be handled outside the dangerous building order process.

• Imposed 30‑day deadline for fence installation and trash removal at 271 Elm St (committee agreement)

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

Chair Brydon clarified that the advisory committee's meeting schedule will shift from quarterly meetings to six meetings. No vote tally was recorded for this change. The committee also discussed support for LD 1259 and a language‑access statement, but no formal actions were taken. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2025 at 6 p.m.

• Changed committee meeting schedule from quarterly to six meetings (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. (no vote recorded)

Board of Appeals

The Board approved the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It then denied the appeal by Steven Farren against a Code Enforcement Officer’s Notice of Violation, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Jan 7, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Denied Steven Farren’s appeal of Notice of Violation (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board unanimously adopted the revised Findings & Decision for 154 Sunset Avenue. It also voted to recommend to City Council an amendment to the Land Development Code that adds a general public‑safety use to the Airport Development District. A second amendment clarifying land‑development permit requirements was likewise recommended to City Council. All motions passed with every voting member in favor and none opposed.

• Adopt revised Findings & Decision for 154 Sunset Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommend to City Council amendment adding public‑safety use to Airport Development District (unanimous)
• Recommend to City Council amendment clarifying land‑development permit requirements (unanimous)
• Approve minutes of May 6, 2025 meeting after correction (unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee unanimously recommended six actions to the full Council: an ordinance amendment to allow removal of committee members for lack of attendance; acceptance of up to $679,000 for a live‑fire training facilities grant; acceptance of $951,845 from the state to fund the Maine Prevention Network; signing a memorandum with Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness for a One‑Stop‑Shop for homelessness and substance‑use services; applying for a $70,000 Gilead grant to pilot the One‑Stop‑Shop; and submitting testimony supporting LD 1970 to increase HIV screening. All motions were seconded and passed with all members in favor, and there was no objection to the testimony submission.

• Recommended ordinance amendment to allow removal for cause (all in favor)
• Recommended accepting and appropriating up to $679,000 for Live Fire Service Training Facilities Grant (all in favor)
• Recommended accepting and appropriating $951,845 for Maine Prevention Network program (all in favor)
• Recommended authorizing City Manager to sign MOA with Wabanaki Public Health for One‑Stop‑Shop (all in favor)
• Recommended authorizing City Manager to apply for $70,000 Gilead grant for One‑Stop‑Shop pilot (all in favor)
• Approved city to submit testimony supporting LD 1970 HIV screening bill (no objection)

Infrastructure Committee

The committee received updates on the Hampden waste facility and Municipal WasteHub, a proposed emerald ash borer treatment plan, and the Broadway bridge replacement schedule. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded; the meeting consisted of informational presentations and discussion.

Finance Committee

The committee approved a $28,400 first‑year mowing contract with Community & Economic Development. It also approved a $626,021 Union Street resurfacing contract with Hopkins Paving. Finally, a $450,130 contract for the Hangar Door at Building 600 was approved. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $28,400 first‑year mowing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $626,021 Union Street resurfacing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $450,130 Hangar Door contract for Building 600 (unanimous)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The committee accepted the Commission on Cultural Development’s grant award recommendations and forwarded them to the full council. It also ratified the city manager’s plan to pursue three Airport Improvement Program grants, sending the recommendation to council. The committee voted to enter an executive session on disposition of real property and economic development, with all members in favor.

• Accepted Commission on Cultural Development grant recommendations and forwarded to Council (motion passed)
• Approved City Manager’s recommendation to apply for three Airport Improvement Program grants and forwarded to Council (motion passed)
• Authorized entry into executive session on disposition of real property/economic development (all in favor, none opposed)

City Council

The council approved several financial and operational actions, including a $75,000 appropriation for energy audits and bicycle infrastructure and a $300,739.97 security contract for the airport. It also authorized the sale of 66 Smith Street for $25,000 and approved a special amusement license renewal for Arayos LLC. Additionally, the council adopted new guidelines and accepted multiple donations and a paid‑family‑medical‑leave plan.

• Approved $75,000 fund appropriation for Maine Community Resilience Partnership Program (Passed)
• Authorized sale of property at 66 Smith Street for $25,000 to Sleeper Buildings & Contracting, LLC (Passed)
• Authorized contract with Johnson Controls for a Security Access Control System at Bangor International Airport for $300,739.97 (Passed)
• Approved special amusement license renewal for HAWES Arayos LLC d/b/a Diamonds, 190B Har[ ow Street (Approved)
• Adopted City Council Guidelines TREMBLE (Passed)
• Appointed Carollynn J. Lear as City Manager and authorized execution of employment agreement (Passed)
• Accepted donation of bench for Bangor Municipal DEANE Golf Course from the Family of Bill Masters (Passed)
• Authorized application to State of Maine for private plan for paid family medical leave at rate of .885% (Passed)

Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the Bench Memorial Project, an organizational assessment of Parks & Recreation, a feasibility study for a new facility on Griffin Road, and updates on the municipal golf course and various programs. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on new actions were recorded.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the April 10 meeting minutes and adopted the Findings & Decision for 64 Main Street, each with unanimous support. The commission recused Alternate Member Weitkamp from the 218 Ohio Street discussion and vote, also unanimously. It then granted Certificates of Appropriateness for 218 Ohio Street (roof and related work) and for 233 Cedar Street (window replacement), with all votes unanimous.

• Approve April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adopt Findings & Decision for 64 Main Street (all in favor, none opposed)
• Recuse Alternate Member Weitkamp from 218 Ohio Street application (all in favor, none opposed)
• Grant Certificate of Appropriateness for 218 Ohio Street roof and related work (all in favor, none opposed)
• Grant Certificate of Appropriateness for 233 Cedar Street window replacement (all in favor, none opposed)

Planning Board

The Board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting with all members voting in favor. It also adopted the Findings & Decisions for 1593 Essex Street, 915 Odlin Road, and 1105 Hammond Street, again with unanimous support. No other actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings & Decisions for 1593 Essex St, 915 Odlin Rd, 1105 Hammond St (unanimous)

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The advisory committee elected Shane Boyes as Vice‑Chair after a motion by Member Willey, with unanimous approval. The minutes from the February 25 and March 25, 2025 meetings were also approved unanimously. The committee noted the resignation of former member Melissa Bucholz and updated its membership roster.

• Elected Shane Boyes as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee moved and seconded recommendations for six items, sending them to City Council for approval. The items include a $75,000 grant for building energy audits and bike infrastructure, two bench donations, naming a trail segment, creating a dedicated stadium fund, and revising the Disruptive Property Ordinance. The committee also provided public‑health updates but made no final decisions on those topics.

• Recommended City Council approve $75,000 grant for municipal building energy audits and bicycle infrastructure
• Recommended City Council accept bench donation for Bangor Municipal Golf Course from the Bill Masters family
• Recommended City Council accept bench donation for the Bangor Waterfront from the Elliana Campbell family
• Recommended City Council name Trail 5 segment as Talbot Trail
• Recommended City Council create a dedicated fund for Mansfield Stadium
• Recommended City Council revise Chapter 99 Disruptive Property Ordinance to add activities and property types

Finance Committee

The committee unanimously approved contracts for tree services, an electric vehicle, uniforms, a security system, and a hybrid ADA van. It also recommended the city apply for a private paid family medical leave plan at a .885% rate. Finally, the committee approved staff's recommendation on the disposition of real property.

• Approved $57,000 tree cutting & stump grinding contract (unanimous)
• Approved $45,989 electric vehicle purchase (net cost $3,489) (unanimous)
• Approved $49,171 uniform contract with Unifirst Corporation (city share $36,878) (unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of $300,739 security access control system from Johnson Controls (unanimous)
• Approved $85,000 hybrid ADA van purchase from MobilityWorks (unanimous)
• Recommended application for private PFML plan at .885% rate (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation on disposition of real property (unanimous)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee moved to forward its recommendations on the manufactured home park ordinance and temporary sales to the full City Council; both motions were approved. The committee also voted to enter an executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C), with all members in favor. No other actions were taken.

• Forward manufactured home park ordinance recommendation to full Council (motion passed)
• Forward temporary sales recommendation to full Council (motion passed)
• Enter executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) (all in favor, none opposed)

Commission on Cultural Development

The commission approved the minutes from the April 4 meeting. It then voted to award $1,964 to the Bangor Ballet, $2,000 to Bangor Beautiful, $500 to the Bangor Public Library, $2,000 to the Downtown Bangor Partnership, and $1,964 to the Maine Academy of Modern Music. The motion was moved by Commissioner Campbell, seconded by Commissioner Snow, and passed with all members in favor and none opposed.

• Approved April 4 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,964 to Bangor Ballet (all in favor)
• Awarded $2,000 to Bangor Beautiful (all in favor)
• Awarded $500 to Bangor Public Library (all in favor)
• Awarded $2,000 to Downtown Bangor Partnership (all in favor)
• Awarded $1,964 to Maine Academy of Modern Music (all in favor)

School Committee

The committee voted unanimously to adopt the 403(b) Plan Document and Adoption Agreement. It also approved the extra‑duty assignments for the 2025‑2026 school year. A $200 cash donation to James F. Doughty School was approved, and the first reading of five revised policies was accepted.

• Approved 403(b) Plan Document (7-0)
• Approved 403(b) Adoption Agreement (7-0)
• Approved extra‑duty assignments for 2025‑2026 (7-0)
• Approved $200 donation to James F. Doughty School (7-0)
• Approved first reading of five revised policies (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved Ordinance 119, amending the Code of Ordinances to clarify that Roberts Rules of Order apply only to the Council and boards, committees, and commissions with decision‑making authority (vote 6‑3). It also approved multiple financial actions, including appropriations for City Hall upgrades, a donation for heating assistance, and a mural on Main Street. An Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee was created, and a special amusement permit for Penobscot Pour House was granted.

• Ordinance 119 amending Roberts Rules applicability – Passed (6‑3)
• Appropriated $199,511 from the Improvement Reserve for City Hall audio/visual upgrades – Passed
• Appropriated $413,000 from the Unassigned Fund for wiring and security system upgrades at City Hall – Passed
• Accepted $24,000 donation from the Barbara Cassidy Foundation for heating assistance – Passed
• Accepted donation of 13 trees for Bangor Beautification – Passed
• Approved mural on fence along Main Street enclosing waterfront concert area – Passed
• Established Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Committee – Passed
• Approved Special Amusement Permit for Penobscot Pour House at 14 Larkin Street – Passed

Infrastructure Committee

The committee approved three actions: acceptance of a tree donation from Bangor Beautiful, amendment of the ordinance to permit overnight on‑street parking, and acceptance of the MDOT WIN #27746.00 Villa Grove Partnership Initiative resolution. All motions were moved, seconded, and passed without recorded dissent. No vote tallies were provided.

• Accepted tree donation from Bangor Beautiful (motion passed)
• Amended ordinance to allow overnight on‑street parking (motion passed)
• Accepted MDOT WIN #27746.00 Villa Grove Partnership Initiative resolution (motion passed)

Finance Committee

The committee unanimously approved a limited‑source purchase of mechanical seals for water quality at a cost of $47,482. It also unanimously approved a resolution to accept and appropriate $192,565 from the Maine Emergency Medical Services Stabilization and Sustainability Program for the Bangor Fire Department. Finance Director Little reported that the final draft of the annual financial statements has been sent to the auditors.

• Approved $47,482 limited‑source purchase of mechanical seals (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to accept and appropriate $192,565 EMS program funds for fire department (unanimous)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The Business & Economic Development Committee approved motions to forward the Bangor Beautiful fence mural recommendation, the proposed new use in the Airport Development District, and the planning fee changes to the full City Council. All three motions passed without recorded dissent. No other decisions were made during the meeting.

• Forwarded Bangor Beautiful fence mural recommendation to full Council (motion passed)
• Forwarded proposed new use in Airport Development District recommendation to full Council (motion passed)
• Forwarded planning fee changes recommendation to full Council (motion passed)

Planning Board

The Planning Board approved a Land Development Permit to create a flag lot at 1593 Essex Street, adding a condition that any structure in the flood hazard area be built with the lowest floor at least one foot above the 100‑year flood elevation. The Board also approved a Conditional Use Permit for Eurovia Atlantic Coast’s quarry extension at 915 Odlin Road, finding the project meets all applicable code requirements. All motions were passed with all members in favor and none opposed.

• Approved Flag Lot Land Development Permit for 1593 Essex St (unanimous)
• Found application complete and fees paid for 1593 Essex St (unanimous)
• Confirmed compliance with Land Development Code §§165‑68B(1,3,4,5,6,7,9) for 1593 Essex St (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for quarry extension at 915 Odlin Rd (unanimous)
• Found application complete and fees paid for 915 Odlin Rd (unanimous)
• Confirmed compliance with Land Development Code §§165‑32A, 165‑32B, 165‑33, 165‑84, 165‑96B, 165‑114D for 915 Odlin Rd (unanimous)
• Found no conflict of interest for Board member on 915 Odlin Rd application (unanimous)
• Approved that the quarry extension will not create unreasonable traffic congestion (unanimous)

City Council

The council passed several quit‑claim deeds, contracts for city‑hall wiring and a $2.4 M airport gate project, and ordinances expanding consent agreements for code violations. It also adopted orders directing the City Manager to take possession of seven city properties and authorized demolition of dangerous buildings at 67 Lincoln Street and 354 Ohio Street. A proclamation declared the week of April 21‑25, 2025 as Community Development Week.

• Approved quit‑claim deed for 37 Tyler Avenue (passed)
• Approved $2,436,844 contract with Benchmark Construction for gate/boarding bridge at Bangor International Airport (passed)
• Approved $333,000 contract with ABM Mechanical for data and security wiring at City Hall (passed)
• Approved ordinance expanding consent agreements for code violations, 9‑0 vote (passed)
• Passed orders directing the City Manager to take possession of seven city properties (e.g., 75 Fourth Street, 10 Hersey Ave) (passed)
• Declared 67 Lincoln Street a dangerous building and authorized demolition, 9‑0 vote, owner must demolish by May 31 2025 (passed)
• Declared 354 Ohio Street a dangerous building and authorized demolition, 9‑0 vote (passed)
• Proclaimed the week of April 21‑25, 2025 as Community Development Week (proclamation adopted)

Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee

The Parks, Recreation & Harbor Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the March 13 meeting. It scheduled a Special Committee meeting on July 10, 2025 to review a feasibility study and present a recommendation to the City Council. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Scheduled Special Committee feasibility study review for July 10, 2025, to present recommendation to City Council

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously adopted the Findings & Decision for 16 Union Plaza and approved the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It also granted a Certificate of Appropriateness and Design Review for 64 Main Street (Map‑Lot 042‑143) to add three signs and exterior lighting. All motions passed with all voting members in favor and none opposed.

• Adopt Findings & Decision for 16 Union Plaza – all in favor, none opposed
• Approve March 13, 2025 meeting minutes – all in favor, none opposed
• Grant Certificate of Appropriateness & Design Review for 64 Main Street project (add 3 signs & exterior lighting) – all in favor, none opposed
• Find 64 Main Street application satisfies §71-11A requirements – all in favor, none opposed
• Find 64 Main Street application satisfies §71-11B requirements – all in favor, none opposed
• Find 64 Main Street application satisfies §71-11E requirements – all in favor, none opposed
• Find 64 Main Street application satisfies Historic Preservation Code §148-9A – all in favor, none opposed
• Find 64 Main Street application meets all criteria for Certificate of Appropriateness – all in favor, none opposed

Government Operations Committee

The committee recommended forming a dedicated group to guide the use of opioid settlement funds and adopted the motion without objection. An ordinance amendment clarifying that advisory committees need not follow Roberts Rules was approved by a 2‑1 vote. Staff were directed to approach Brewer for a proposal on funding the July 4 fireworks, also adopted without objection.

• Recommend establishment of a committee to guide opioid settlement fund use (adopted without objection)
• Approve ordinance amendment clarifying advisory committees do not need to follow Roberts Rules (2‑1 vote)
• Direct staff to approach Brewer for a proposal on July 4 fireworks funding (adopted without objection)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved several contracts for city infrastructure, an audit services contract, and the acquisition of seven vacant properties. All motions passed unanimously except the audit services contract, which passed 3‑1. The committee also authorized appropriations to fund the City Hall AV and wiring upgrades.

• Approved $92,076 Network Data Switches purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $2,436,844 Gate 11 Boarding Bridge contract (unanimous)
• Approved $80,690 Banair Road Ditch Rehabilitation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $744,600 Airport Alert Building Brownfields Cleanup contract (unanimous)
• Approved $174,500 audit services contract (3-1)
• Approved $199,511 City Hall AV upgrades contract (unanimous)
• Approved $413,000 City Hall wiring and security upgrades contract (unanimous)
• Approved taking possession of seven vacant properties (unanimous)

Business & Economic Development Committee

The committee accepted the RERC US EPA report after a motion by Councilor Fish. They voted to forward the Army Corps right‑of‑way entry request to the full council. They approved staff to continue conversations with partners on the foreign trade zone. They moved into an executive session to consider two real‑property and economic‑development items.

• Accepted RERC US EPA report (motion passed)
• Forwarded Army Corps right‑of‑way entry request to Council (motion passed)
• Approved staff to continue foreign trade zone stakeholder conversations (motion passed)
• Entered executive session on disposition of real property and economic development (motion passed)

Commission on Cultural Development

The Commission on Cultural Development voted unanimously to award both public restroom art projects to Mariah Reading, confirming the installations will be permanent and prioritizing the library restroom. The commission also unanimously recommended the Waterfront Concerts fence project to the City Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Awarded both public restroom art projects to Mariah Reading (unanimous vote) – Motion by Chair Earley, seconded by Commissioner Campbell
• Recommended approval of Waterfront Concerts fence project to City Council (unanimous vote) – Motion by Vice Chair Adams, seconded by Commissioner Schipani
• Approved minutes of the March 7 meeting (unanimous vote)

Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights

The Advisory Committee on Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights met on March 25, 2025, but only four of nine members were present, so no quorum was achieved. Because of the lack of quorum, the committee could not make official recommendations on the ordinance updates or take any votes. The meeting included public comments, updates on the MLK Breakfast partnership, a review of the city Code of Ethics, and brief reports on grant funding, aviation fuel tariffs, and the encampment housing situation.

City Council

The council adopted the consent agenda unanimously, which included several orders to accept state forfeiture funds, authorize a fire grant, and execute a lease amendment. It passed a rezoning ordinance for 44 Center Street and a code amendment expanding consent agreements. New business approved a $14,082,504 contract with Deane Devoe Construction and two engineering service contracts for airport projects, all with 7‑0 votes.

• Consent agenda (including multiple orders) approved 7-0
• Rezoning ordinance for 44 Center Street passed 7-0
• Code amendment expanding consent agreements passed first reading 7-0
• Order authorizing $183,384 public‑safety grant passed 7-0
• Order approving $14,082,504 contract with Deane Devoe Construction passed 7-0
• Order approving engineering services contract with Hoyle Tanner & Associates passed 7-0
• Order approving engineering services contract with Mead & Hunt passed 7-0
• Lease amendment with Bell Atlantic Mobile Systems at Bangor International Airport approved 7-0

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a $14,802,504 contract with Devoe Construction for the Domestic Terminal Gate 6 Expansion at Bangor International Airport. It also approved engineering service contracts with Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc. for terminal projects and Mead & Hunt, Inc. for airfield projects. Finally, the committee authorized the City Manager to execute a lease amendment with Bell Atlantic Mobile Systems d/b/a Verizon Wireless.

• Approved $14,802,504 contract with Devoe Construction for Domestic Terminal Gate 6 Expansion (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc for terminal engineering services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc for airfield engineering services (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute lease amendment with Bell Atlantic Mobile Systems d/b/a Verizon Wireless (unanimous)