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Scarborough Public Schools public meetings in 2021

23 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 15, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - JOINT MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL AND PLANNING BOARD - RE: ROUNDWOOD CONTRACT ZONE PROPOSAL - 5:30 P.M.

Public hearing on Roundwood contract zone proposal, 700 Roundwood

The Town Council and Planning Board will hold a joint public hearing on Order No. 21-110, a proposed new contract zone for property at 700 Roundwood, submitted by Diversified Funding Acquisition, LLC. Following the hearing and discussion, the Council may take action on the contract zoning amendment.

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✓ Decided: Town Council withdraws contract zone request for 700 Roundwood Drive

The Town Council and Planning Board held a joint public hearing regarding a proposal by Diversified Funding Acquisition, LLC to create a contract zone for a multi-family building. Following discussion and public comment, the Town Council voted to withdraw the request.

Wed Dec 15, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WORKSHOP ON DOWNS REQUEST FOR GMO EXEMPTION - 6:15 P.M.

Council to discuss Downs Group request for GMO exemption

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to discuss a request from the Downs Group for an exemption from the town's Growth Management Ordinance (GMO). No formal decisions are expected; the meeting is limited to discussion only.

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Wed Dec 15, 2021

TOWN COUNCIL/PLANNING BOARD HEARING ON PROPOSED ROUNDWOOD CONTRACT ZONE; WORKSHOP ON DOWNS REQUST FOR GMO EXEMPTION; HYBRID REGLULAR MEETING

Council to consider first reading of fee schedule amendment

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a new adult-use marijuana cultivation license at 148B Pleasant Hill Road and consider a resolution supporting Vet to Vet Maine's CDBG application. Old business includes the first reading of a proposed amendment to the town's fee schedule, which was tabled from November. New business includes accepting a $4,500 grant for police K9 equipment, ratifying a union contract with Public Works Teamsters Local #340, and adopting the Cumberland County Hazard Mitigation Plan update.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves Public Works union contract and Police budget amendment

The Town Council ratified a union contract for the Public Works Department and approved a $4,500 grant for the Police Department budget. The Council also supported a grant application for the Vet to Vet Maine Peer Companion Program. A proposed amendment to the Town Schedule of Fees was defeated.

Wed Dec 1, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WORKSHOP WITH MAINE TURNPIKE AUTHORITY - 5:30 P.M.

Workshop with Maine Turnpike Authority on proposed by-pass

This is a workshop between the Scarborough Town Council and the Maine Turnpike Authority. The sole substantive item is a presentation from the Authority regarding a proposed by-pass. No decisions will be made; it is a discussion session.

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Wed Dec 1, 2021

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

Public hearing on three manufactured housing license renewals

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on renewing annual licenses for Crystal Springs, Pinecrest, and Hillcrest manufactured housing communities. The council will also consider waiving foreclosure on seven mobile homes with back taxes to avoid town ownership, and approve committee appointments for 2022.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves manufactured housing license renewals and foreclosure waivers

The Council approved license renewals for three manufactured housing communities and granted foreclosure waivers for six properties. Additionally, the Council established its standing committee and liaison appointments for 2022.

Wed Nov 17, 2021

HYBRID REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 P.M.

Council to vote on contract zone amendment for 48 housing units

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a contract zone amendment to allow 48 dwelling units near Haigis Parkway. The council will also consider first reading of a Fire Department grant and a waiver of competitive bidding for a new fire truck. Other items include the election of a new Chair and Vice-Chair and an update on the Library Expansion Project.

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✓ Decided: Town Council elects new Chair and Vice Chair

The Town Council elected John R. Cloutier as Chair and Kenneth M. Johnson as Vice Chair. The Council also approved an amendment to a contract zoning agreement with KDK Realty, LLC, including specific financial and infrastructure requirements.

Wed Nov 3, 2021

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

Council to reconsider solar ordinance amendment for fence location on capped landfills

The Scarborough Town Council will reconsider its October 20 adoption of utility-scale solar performance standards to include a previously omitted amendment on fence location on capped landfills. The council will also hold first readings on a contract zone amendment for 48 new dwelling units near Haigis Parkway and on a proposed update to the town's schedule of fees. Additionally, they will vote on a new policy for calculating projected valuation and on several committee appointments.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves zoning amendments for utility-scale solar energy systems

The Town Council approved a request to reconsider and subsequently passed the second reading of amendments to Chapter 405 of the Zoning Ordinance. The changes establish performance standards for utility-scale solar energy systems, including height, setback, and lot size requirements.

Wed Nov 3, 2021

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

Town Council meeting will approve October 6 minutes and handle routine business

The Scarborough Town Council will conduct its opening procedures, including a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call. Council members will consider and vote on the approval of the minutes from the October 6, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes placeholders for agenda adjustments, public hearings, old business, and new business, but no specific items are listed.

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Wed Oct 20, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP - DOWNTOWN COMMITTEE'S REPORT PRESENTATION - 5:30 P.M.

Downtown Committee to present final report to Town Council

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to receive the Ad-Hoc Downtown Committee's final report. No new business will be taken up after 10:30 AM. The meeting consists only of the report presentation and procedural items.

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Wed Oct 20, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 20,2021 DOWNTOWN COMMITTEE'S REPORT PRESENTATION 5:30 P.M. - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M.

Council to vote on accepting half of Scarborough's ARPA allocation

The Town Council will hold public hearings and take action on several ordinances, including accepting approximately half of the town's American Rescue Plan Act funding, amending the fee schedule for utility-scale solar energy systems, and creating a new chapter for temporary outdoor services. A public hearing will also determine if a fire-damaged structure at 83 Holmes Road is dangerous and order corrective action. The meeting includes a Downtown Committee report presentation at 5:30 p.m.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves new outdoor services ordinance and fee schedule updates

The Council approved a new ordinance allowing businesses to temporarily expand services into outdoor areas on private property. They also approved amendments to the Town's Schedule of License, Permit and Application Fees.

Mon Oct 18, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING - 5:00 P.M.

Town Council to hold executive session on code enforcement matter

The Scarborough Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider a request for an executive session under Maine law. The closed session would involve discussions between municipal officers and a code enforcement officer regarding a code enforcement matter. No other business is scheduled besides procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Town Council held executive session on code enforcement

The Town Council met for a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session to discuss a code enforcement matter. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Oct 6, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - COUNCIL TIF WORKSHOP - 5:30 P.M.

Council holds workshop on Tax Increment Financing basics

The Scarborough Town Council is holding a workshop on Tax Increment Financing (TIF). The agenda includes a discussion item labeled 'TIF 101', which introduces the basics of TIF. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and procedural in nature.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves amendments to General Assistance Ordinance

The Town Council approved proposed amendments to Chapter 1301, the General Assistance Ordinance, for the period of 10/01/21 to 09/30/22. A public hearing was also held regarding zoning amendments for utility-scale solar energy systems, with a second reading scheduled for October 20, 2021.

Wed Sep 15, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 P.M.

Council to vote on $43,075 premium pay for firefighters from ARPA funds

The Scarborough Town Council will consider authorizing $43,075 in premium pay from American Rescue Plan Act funds for per diem and call firefighters who served during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The council will also hold first readings on amendments to the General Assistance Ordinance and on a proposal to require recording and broadcasting of Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Long Range Planning Committee meetings. Public hearings for both ordinances are scheduled for October 6, 2021.

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✓ Decided: Council approves first reading of General Assistance Ordinance amendments

The Town Council approved the first reading of proposed amendments to Chapter 1301, the General Assistance Ordinance. A public hearing and second reading are scheduled for October 6, 2021. The Council also approved the meeting minutes from September 1, 2021.

Wed Sep 1, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP - UPDATE ON SCARBOROUGH DOWNS PROJECT 6:00 P.M. - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M.

Council reviews bond orders for $725k fire engine and $1.9M high school field

The Scarborough Town Council held a workshop and regular meeting to hear public hearings and second readings on two bond orders. Order No. 21-072 seeks voter approval to issue up to $725,000 in bonds to replace the 1996 fire engine. Order No. 21-073 seeks voter approval to issue up to $1,900,800 in bonds to fund replacement of the high school turf field and track. The council also considered license requests for two food establishments and an agreement with EDF Renewables for solar net‑energy credits.

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✓ Decided: Council approves bond referendums for fire engine and high school turf field

The Town Council approved placing two bond referendums on the November 2, 2021, municipal ballot. These bonds would fund the replacement of a 1996 fire engine and the replacement of the high school turf field and track.

Wed Sep 1, 2021

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING - THE SCARBOROUGH DOWNS ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT

Town Council to review Scarborough Downs annual progress report

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Scarborough Downs Annual Progress Report, prepared by Crossroads Holdings. The meeting includes a procedural opening and adjournment, with the primary discussion item being the submitted report.

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Wed Aug 18, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING

Council to consider $1.9M bond for high school turf field and track replacement

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the marijuana establishment ordinance and personnel ordinance (adding Juneteenth as a holiday), and consider a new food/liquor license for Oishi Japanese Restaurant. The council will also introduce two bond proposals totaling over $2.6 million—for a new fire engine ($725,000) and high school turf field and track replacement ($1,900,800)—which would go before voters in November.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves second reading of Marijuana Establishment Ordinance amendments

The Town Council approved the second reading of proposed amendments to Chapter 1018, the Town of Scarborough Marijuana Establishment Ordinance. The amendments update definitions for various marijuana facilities and licensing terms. The council also approved the meeting minutes from July 21, 2021.

Wed Jul 21, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING

Council to consider $4.25 million bond for school and municipal capital projects

The council will hold public hearings on a contract zone amendment to add 48 residential units at the Beacon development and on a special amusement permit for Salty Bay Seafood. It will also take a second reading vote on a $4.25 million bond order for municipal and school capital improvements. First readings are scheduled for amendments to the marijuana establishment ordinance (odor mitigation, administrative renewal) and the personnel ordinance (holidays).

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✓ Decided: Council approves processing Beacon Group contract zoning request with conditions

The Town Council voted to continue processing a contract zone amendment for the Beacon Group to allow 48 additional units, provided the developer includes affordable housing, workforce housing, public easements, and a new traffic study. The council also approved the minutes from three June 2021 meetings.

Wed Jun 30, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING VIRTUAL/HYBRID

Council to hold public hearing on 2021 Comprehensive Plan, second reading

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Plan, a long-range planning document. They will also consider a $4.25 million bond for capital improvements, a credit enhancement agreement for a 31-unit senior affordable housing project, and new licenses for food handlers and a medical marijuana manufacturing facility.

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Wed Jun 23, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - SPECIAL TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

Council to vote on executive session for labor negotiations with four unions

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider a request for an executive session under state law to discuss labor negotiations with the Police Benevolent Association, Professional Dispatchers, Professional Firefighters, and Public Works Teamsters unions. No other business is scheduled.

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Wed Jun 16, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WORKSHOPS - THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - CONTRACT ZONE AMENDMENT FOR 311 AMENDMENT FOR 311 BEECH RIDGE ROAD

Council to discuss Comprehensive Plan and contract zone amendment at 311 Beech Ridge

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan and a proposed contract zone amendment for 311 Beech Ridge Road. The meeting includes a discussion on the Comprehensive Plan at 5:30 p.m., followed by the contract zone amendment at 6:00 p.m. No new business will be taken up after 10:00 p.m.

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Wed Jun 16, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WORKSHOPS - THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN - CONTRACT ZONE AMENDMENT FOR 311 BEACH RIDGE ROAD - REGULAR TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGR MEETING - 6:00 P.M.

Council to hold public hearing on TIF amendment for senior affordable housing

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Plan and a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district amendment to support a 31-unit senior affordable housing project by Avesta Housing on US Route One. The council will also consider certifying the school budget referendum results and a request to withdraw a zoning amendment for warehousing in the Crossroads Planned Development District.

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✓ Decided: Town Council recognizes retiring Police Chief Robert A. Moulton

The Town Council approved a proclamation honoring the 44-year law enforcement career of retiring Police Chief Robert A. Moulton. Public hearings were held for the 2021 Comprehensive Plan and a downtown affordable housing project, with both scheduled for second readings on June 30, 2021.

Wed Jun 9, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING

Council discusses new comprehensive plan and affordable housing project

The Town Council is holding a public hearing for the proposed 2021 Comprehensive Plan. They are also conducting a first reading of an order to amend the Downtown TIF District and approve a credit enhancement agreement for a senior affordable housing project.

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✓ Decided: Town Council advances 2021 Comprehensive Plan and affordable housing agreement

The Town Council approved the first reading of the proposed 2021 Town of Scarborough Comprehensive Plan. Council also approved the first reading of an amendment to the Downtown Omnibus Municipal Development and Tax Increment Financing District and a Credit Enhancement Agreement with Avesta US Route One LP for affordable housing.

Wed Jun 2, 2021

SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL - WORKSHOP - PROPOSED BEACON CONTRACT ZONE AMENDEMENT - 5:30 P.M. - VIRTUAL/HYBRID REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M.

Town Council to consider $4.25M bond for capital improvements

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a workshop on the proposed Beacon Contract Zone Amendment, then a regular meeting. Key actions include a second reading on fee schedule amendments, final decisions on two medical marijuana licenses, and a first reading on a $4,250,355 bond order for municipal and school capital projects. The council will also vote on tax abatements for three mobile homes.

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✓ Decided: Town Council approves updated schedule of license, permit, and application fees

The Town Council approved a second reading of amendments to Chapter 311 regarding the Town of Scarborough Schedule of Fees. The approved changes include updated fee structures for zoning amendments, building permits, site plan reviews, and subdivision reviews, as well as Planning Board and Fire Chief recommendations.