Scarborough Public Schools public meetings in 2023

Regular Scarborough Town Council Meeting [Hybrid Meeting]

The Town Council will review several public hearing items including cannabis manufacturing and food handler licenses. They are also scheduled to consider a second reading for a property purchase at 50 Hanson Road.

• $210,000 land purchase for 50 Hanson Road
• Cannabis Establishment License request: Rare, LLC at 10 Snow Canning Road
• Manufactured Housing Community License renewals: Pinecrest and Hillcrest
• Food Handlers License requests: KTK Noyes, LLC and Shannon’s Best Buds
• Cannabis Establishment License requests: Shannon’s Best Buds and Rose Smoke, LLC

Town Council Workshop RE: Alger Hall Lease @ 5:30 P.M. & Audit Presentation - 6:15 P.M.

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to discuss the lease agreement for Alger Hall at 5:30 PM, followed by an audit presentation at 6:15 PM. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Discussion on lease agreement for Alger Hall (Item 3)
• Audit presentation at 6:15 PM (Item 3)
• Attachments include Alger Hall info, Marcum presentation, and Audit Report 2023

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will consider several development proposals, including a master plan for a 30,560-square-foot warehouse and distribution space at 70 Holmes Road, and site plans for a 60-unit multifamily complex on Downs Road, a two-family conversion and townhomes at 4 Highland Avenue, and a tabled parking lot expansion at 2 Queens Drive. The board will also review a sketch plan for two rugby fields at 122 and 140 Two Rod Road. Decisions on these items will determine whether projects advance to detailed site plan review or receive final approval.

• Scannell Properties master plan: 30,560 sq ft warehouse, office, maintenance shop at 70 Holmes Road (former Beech Ridge Motor Speedway site)
• Crossroads Holdings site plan: four 15-unit multifamily buildings (60 units) plus 40 covered carports on Downs Road (Lot 7 of Downs Town Center)
• Wellbuilt Rotondi site plan: convert existing structure to two-family residence and construct two townhomes with 6 live/work units at 4 Highland Avenue
• Shawn LaPlante tabled site plan: 17-space parking lot expansion at 2 Queens Drive to serve business at 717 Route 1
• Portland Rugby Club sketch plan: two recreational rugby fields, clubhouse, bleachers at 122 & 140 Two Rod Road

Regular Scarborough Town Council Meeting [Hybrid Meeting]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings and take action on several items, including a credit enhancement agreement for a new accessible apartment community at The Downs, two cannabis manufacturing licenses, and fee schedule amendments. They will also consider old business on TIF district amendments and a credit enhancement agreement amendment, and new business including a $210,000 land purchase and $200,000 affordable housing fund allocation.

• Public hearing and second reading on Order No. 23-105: Credit Enhancement Agreement with 3iHoMe/POAH for accessible apartment community at The Downs (tabled from Sept 20).
• Public hearing and second reading on Order No. 23-117 and 23-129: cannabis manufacturing licenses for Watchtower LLC and Pine Point Medical at 137 Pleasant Hill Road.
• Public hearing and second reading on Order No. 23-128: amendments to Chapter 311 Schedule of Fees.
• First reading on Order No. 23-132: $210,000 from Land Acquisition Reserve Fund to purchase property at 50 Hanson Road.
• First reading on Order No. 23-135: $200,000 from Affordable Housing Initiative Fund to support the 3i Home project.

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and take action on several items, including a consent item for an 8-lot subdivision on Chamberlain Road, an amended subdivision at 50 Highland Avenue, an 11th amendment to the Innovation District subdivision, site plans for a 22,000 sq ft light industrial/retail building at Innovation Way, a 5,040 sq ft bank at Gallery Boulevard, and a 1,010 sq ft Aroma Joe's coffee shop at Bridges Drive. Board will also receive staff reports on minor development reviews and administrative amendments.

• Consent item: Trackside Final Subdivision – 8 lots on Chamberlain Road with conservation area and stormwater review
• Highland Avenue 1st Amended Subdivision – split existing lot at 50 Highland Avenue into two (lots 1A and 1B)
• Innovation District 11th Amended Subdivision – combine lots 4 and 5 at 106 & 126 Innovation Way
• Site plan review for a 22,000 sq ft light industrial and retail building on combined lot at Innovation Way
• Site plan review for a 5,040 sq ft bank at 700 Gallery Boulevard, pending MaineDOT Traffic Movement Permit

Regular Scarborough Town Council Meeting [Hybrid Meeting]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on several zoning ordinance amendments, including changes to Crossroads Planned Development district rules for buffers, signs, and coffee house use, and rezonings of two parcels (9.4 acres off Haigis Parkway and 35.8 acres off Preservation Way). They will also take first readings on a credit enhancement agreement for an affordable housing project at The Downs, a cannabis establishment license, and fee schedule amendments. Other business includes electing a new council chair and vice chair, and voting on a resolution for a land option agreement.

• Public hearing and second reading to rezone 9.4-acre parcel off Haigis Parkway from HP to CPD
• Public hearing and second reading to rezone 35.8-acre parcel off Preservation Way from VR-4 to CPD
• First reading on credit enhancement agreement with 3iHoMe/POAH for affordable housing at The Downs
• Second reading on using up to $175,000 in school impact fees for payments to Crossroads Holdings
• First reading on cannabis license for Pine Point Medical at 137 Pleasant Hill Road

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: OPTION AGREEMENT OBLIGATIONS [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to discuss obligations under an option agreement, including proposed zoning changes from HP to CPD and VR4 to CPD, buffer reduction standards, and a potential TIF/CEA expansion. The meeting is informational and includes a reflection on recent election results.

• Discussion of zoning changes: HP to CPD and VR4 to CPD
• Buffer reduction standards review
• TIF/CEA expansion discussion
• Reflection on election results

Regular Scarborough Town Council Meeting [Hybrid Meeting]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on several zoning and licensing items. Key actions include proposed zoning map changes for two parcels totaling over 45 acres, a cannabis manufacturing facility license, and a new food handler's license. The Council also considers a first reading to use up to $175,000 in school impact fees for payments to Crossroads Holdings, and second readings on amendments to the Downtown TIF district and a credit enhancement agreement. Additional items include establishing an Ad-Hoc Open Space Committee, certifying election results, and approving the Town Manager's employment agreement.

• Public hearing on zoning map change for 9.4-acre parcel off Haigis Parkway from HP to CPD
• Public hearing on zoning map change for 35.8-acre parcel off Preservation Way from VR-4 to CPD
• Second reading for cannabis manufacturing license at 137 Pleasant Hill Road (Watchtower, LLC)
• First reading to use up to $175,000 in school impact fees for Crossroads Holdings payments
• Second reading on Third Amendment to Scarborough Downtown Omnibus TIF District

Planning Board Agenda

The board will consider site plan approvals for a 110-room hotel at 83 Mussey Road, a dormitory at the Morrison Center, and additions at Caiazzo Plumbing. They will also review sketch plans for a 13-lot subdivision on Pine Point Road and a warehouse on the former Beech Ridge Motor Speedway. Two public hearings will address zoning amendments for coffee house definition and electronic sign regulations.

• Site plan review for 110-room LivAway Hotel at 83 Mussey Road
• Consent item for Morrison Center dormitory (9,230 sq ft) at 60 Chamberlain Road
• Final subdivision review for 8-lot Trackside subdivision on Chamberlain Road
• Sketch plan for 13-lot Marsh Bend subdivision at 48 Pine Point Road
• Public hearings on zoning amendments for coffee house uses in CPD district and electronic message signs

Regular Scarborough Town Council Meeting [Hybrid Meeting]

The Scarborough Town Council will approve the minutes from the October 4 meeting and consider several public hearings, including proposed changes to lighting standards, the Zoning Ordinance, a temporary event parking ordinance, a new cannabis establishment license, and new food‑handler licenses. The council will also take first readings on amendments to the Official Zoning Map for a 9.4‑acre parcel off Haigis Parkway and a 35.8‑acre parcel off Preservation Way, scheduling further hearings for November. Additional old‑business items include a downtown tax‑increment financing amendment and a credit‑enhancement agreement amendment.

• Approve minutes of the October 4, 2023 Town Council meeting
• Second reading on amendments to Chapter 405B Site Plan Review lighting and design standards (Order No. 23-097)
• Second reading on amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance definitions and performance standards (Order No. 23-098)
• First reading and schedule public hearing for zoning map amendment of a 9.4‑acre parcel off Haigis Parkway (Order No. 23-119)
• First reading and schedule public hearing for zoning map amendment of a 35.8‑acre parcel off Preservation Way (Order No. 23-120)

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will consider several site plans, including a Tesla EV charger installation at Fairfield Inn, a parking expansion for Gelinas HVAC, and a sketch plan for a commercial building. Public hearings will be held on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding CPD buffers, lighting standards, and seafood sales.

• Tesla site plan for 12 EV chargers at 2 Cummings Road
• Gelinas HVAC site plan for 20 parking spaces at 224 Gorham Road
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to lighting standards
• Public hearing on CPD buffer distance requirements
• Public hearing on allowing seafood sales in residential districts

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the Downtown TIF District, a credit enhancement agreement with Crossroads Holding LLC, and several business licenses. New business includes first readings on zoning ordinance changes for electronic signs, Crossroads Planned Development uses, and a temporary event parking ordinance, as well as a first reading on a cannabis establishment license for Watchtower, LLC.

• Public hearing on Order No. 23-109: Third Amendment to the Scarborough Downtown Omnibus TIF District and Development Program
• Public hearing on Order No. 23-110: First Amendment to Credit Enhancement Agreement with Crossroads Holding LLC
• Public hearing on Order No. 23-111: Massage therapist licenses for four applicants at Family Chiropractic Associates, 20 Black Point Road
• First reading on Order No. 23-114: Amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance for electronic message signs
• First reading on Order No. 23-117: Cannabis Establishment License for Watchtower, LLC at 137 Pleasant Hill Road

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: IMPACT FEES [HYBRID MEETING]

The Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss impact fees. The meeting includes a presentation on the subject.

• Discussion on Impact Fees

CANCELED - SPECIAL SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

This special meeting of the Scarborough Town Council was canceled. No business was conducted. The agenda had included a proposed executive session on the Town Manager's employment agreement.

• Meeting canceled; no action taken on Order No. 23-108 regarding executive session on Town Manager's employment agreement

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will consider several public hearing items including cannabis establishment licenses and a sex offender residency ordinance. The council is also reviewing a credit enhancement agreement for an apartment community at The Downs and setting details for the November 7 municipal elections.

• Cannabis Establishment License requests for Core Empowerment MEP, LCC; Coastal Kitchen, LLC; and Coastal Lab, LLC
• Proposed Sex Offender Residency Restriction Ordinance (Chapter 617)
• Junkyard Permit renewals for A. Gagnon or E. Perry Iron & Metal, Speedway Auto, and SVR New England, LP
• Credit Enhancement Agreement request from 3iHoMe/POAH for an accessible apartment community at The Downs
• Setting the November 7, 2023, Municipal Election date and details

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: Annual Report from Downs & Revaluation Update [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss the annual report from The Downs development and an update on the 2024 property revaluation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Discussion of Annual Report from The Downs development
• Revaluation Update for 2024
• Presentation materials include Town's Downs Progress Presentation and 2024 Revaluation Presentation

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hold public hearings on two rezoning proposals: 9.4 acres from Haigis Parkway to the Crossroads Planned Development district, and 35.8 acres from Village Residential 4 to the Crossroads Planned Development district. It will also consider a tabled site‑plan review for a dormitory at 60 Chamberlain Road and an action item for a parking expansion at Maine Veterinary Medical Center, 1500 Technology Way. The meeting includes approval of the draft minutes from August 28, 2023.

• Public hearing: rezoning 9.4 acres from Haigis Parkway (HP) to Crossroads Planned Development (CPD)
• Public hearing: rezoning 35.8 acres from Village Residential 4 (VR4) to Crossroads Planned Development (CPD)
• Tabled: Morrison Center site‑plan for a 9,230 sq ft dormitory at 60 Chamberlain Road
• Action: Maine Veterinary Medical Center parking expansion at 1500 Technology Way
• Approval of draft minutes dated 08/28/23

Workshop at 6PM - Planning Board 2024 Development Review Schedule

The Planning Board will hold a workshop to discuss proposed changes to the 2024 development review schedule. Staff will present a plan to reduce meetings from once every three weeks to once per month to allow more pre-review between staff and applicants. No decisions will be made; the session is informational and open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Proposed reduction of Planning Board meetings from every three weeks to monthly in 2024

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: 3iHoMe CEA & School Building Project [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a hybrid workshop on September 6, 2023, at Town Hall (259 US Route One). The meeting is for public comment and includes presentations on the 3iHoMe Community Engagement Agreement and the school building project. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Item 3: 3iHoMe CEA presentation (30 minutes)
• Item 3: School Building Project presentation (60 minutes)

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on a $160 million bond to fund a new unified K-3 school and middle school renovations, with the question set for the November 2023 ballot. The council also will vote on multiple marijuana establishment licenses, new food handler and liquor licenses, and first readings on proposed amendments to zoning, site plan review, general assistance, and sex offender residency ordinances. A proclamation honoring retiring library director Nancy Crowell is also scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing on $160M bond for new K-3 school and middle school renovations (Order No. 23-091)
• Action on marijuana establishment licenses for Leo Paquette (31 Washington Ave) and Joanna Russell (15 Holly St) (Order No. 23-090)
• First reading and scheduling of public hearing for three new cannabis manufacturing facility license requests (Order No. 23-095)
• First reading of proposed new Sex Offender Residency Restriction Ordinance (Order No. 23-099)
• Authorization for Town Manager to sign an Option Agreement to purchase property in the Downs for the new school (Order No. 23-100)

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will consider several project reviews, including an advisory opinion request from Storage Realty Corp. to expand its storage facility at 46 Saco Street. It will also act on a site‑plan review for a 9,230 sq ft dormitory proposed by the Morrison Center at 60 Chamberlain Road, and review a 9,300 sq ft tasting‑room plan from Allagash Brewing Co. at Haigis Parkway and Market Street. Additional items include a preliminary subdivision review for an 8‑lot, 5.84‑acre project on Chamberlain Road and a discussion of a sketch plan for a 43‑unit condominium at Downs Town Center Lot 7.

• 4.01 Storage Realty Corp. advisory opinion request to expand nonconforming storage use at 46 Saco Street
• 4.02 Morrison Center site‑plan review for a 9,230 sq ft dormitory at 60 Chamberlain Road
• 4.03 Allagash Brewing Co. site‑plan for a 9,300 sq ft tasting room at Haigis Parkway & Market Street
• 4.04 Trackside preliminary subdivision of 5.84 acre, 8 lots on Chamberlain Road
• 4.05 Crossroads Holdings sketch plan for a 43‑unit, 22,224 sq ft condominium at Downs Town Center Lot 7

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a first reading on a bond order authorizing up to $159.4 million for a new unified K-3 school and middle school renovations, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for September 6, 2023. The council will also hold public hearings and second readings on changes to the marijuana licensing ordinance, a moratorium on the Pine Point Industrial Overlay District, and a $130,000 land purchase from the Land Acquisition Reserve Fund. Additionally, first readings will be held for two new marijuana establishment licenses and the FY2024 School Budget Resolution.

• First reading of bond order up to $159.4M for new K-3 school and middle school renovations, to be placed on November 7, 2023 ballot
• Second reading on proposed changes to Chapter 1018 Marijuana Establishment Licensing Ordinance
• Second reading to repeal and replace 90-day moratorium and enact new moratorium for Pine Point Industrial Overlay District
• Second reading on $130,000 land purchase from Land Acquisition Reserve Fund for property at Gorham Road (end of Finch Way)
• First reading on new marijuana establishment licenses for Leo Paquette d/b/a UGP, LLC at 31 Washington Ave and Joanna Russell d/b/a Norumbega Provisions at 15 Holly Street

Workshop - Fire Department Review Items and Updates

The Planning Board will hold a workshop with the Fire Department to review the department's requirements for public safety in development applications. The meeting is informational and will be held in Council Chambers and via Zoom.

• Workshop on Fire Department development review process

Planning Board Agenda

The Scarborough Planning Board will consider and potentially vote on several site plan reviews and subdivision amendments. Key items include a 1.95 MW utility-scale solar system on West Beech Ridge Road, a 9,300 sq ft tasting room for Allagash Brewing Co., a building addition for Caiazzo Plumbing, and the 10th amended subdivision at Innovation District. A sketch plan for a parking expansion at Maine Veterinary Medical Center will also be reviewed.

• MEVS Solar site plan review for a 1.95 MW AC utility scale solar system behind 22 West Beech Ridge Road (assessor's Map R42, Lot 2D)
• Allagash Brewing Co. tasting room and demonstrative brewing operation (9,300 sq ft) at Haigis Parkway and Market Street
• 10th amended Innovation District subdivision at Innovation Way and Downs Road, adding area to Lot 2 and creating Lot 55
• Caiazzo Plumbing building addition of 1,664 sq ft at 93 Mussey Road
• Maine Veterinary Medical Center parking expansion sketch plan for 67 spaces at 1500 Technology Way

SPECIAL SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold an executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding a possible land acquisition related to the school project. Following that, the Council will vote on authorizing the Town Manager to sign an Option Agreement to purchase property in the Downs for the new school.

• Order No. 23-085: Act on request for executive session to consult with legal counsel on a real estate matter pertaining to possible land acquisition for the school project.
• Order No. 23-086: Act on request to authorize the Town Manager to sign an Option Agreement to purchase property in the Downs for the new school.

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on a series of proposed amendments to zoning, site plan, shoreland, subdivision, and other ordinances, as well as a map change for 90 Running Hill Road. The council will also consider an executive session on a school site option agreement, property transfers to the Scarborough Land Trust, and new permits for Salty Bay Seafood and food handlers.

• Second reading and public hearing on zoning amendments related to LD2003 (Order 23-058)
• Second reading on rezoning 90 Running Hill Road from RH to RH-2 (Order 23-065)
• Second reading on amendments to site plan, shoreland, subdivision, extractive industry, erosion control, and non-stormwater ordinances (Orders 23-066 through 23-072)
• Second reading to transfer four town-owned properties to Scarborough Land Trust (Order 23-073)
• Public hearing on special amusement permit for Salty Bay Seafood at 68 Jones Creek Drive (Order 23-077)

Workshop - MS4 Stormwater Permitting Requirements and Town Ordinance Changes Related to Stormwater and Erosion Control

The Scarborough Planning Board will hold a workshop to discuss state and federal MS4 stormwater permitting requirements and related town ordinance changes for stormwater and erosion control. This is a discussion-only session with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Workshop on MS4 stormwater permitting requirements
• Discussion of ordinance changes to accommodate stormwater and erosion control requirements

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will conduct public hearings on three zoning ordinance updates to align with recently adopted environmental compliance changes. The board will also consider site plan reviews for a 126-room hotel, a dormitory for the Morrison Center, and a utility-scale solar system, along with sketch plan reviews for a commercial building and a parking lot expansion.

• Public hearings on amendments to zoning, site plan review, and shoreland zoning ordinances for environmental compliance
• Site plan review for 126-room hotel at 83 Mussey Road (Aaron Converse)
• Site plan review for 9,230 sq. ft. dormitory at Morrison Center, 60 Chamberlain Road
• Site plan review for 1.95 MW AC solar system at West Beech Ridge Road (MEVS Solar)
• Sketch plan review for 19,280 sq. ft. commercial building at Center Street (Ventinove Holdings)

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will approve the draft minutes from the June 5 meeting and hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 405 of the Town of Scarborough Zoning Ordinance to comply with LD 2003. The board will also consider several site‑plan and subdivision actions, including a Chase Bank conversion at 1 Hannaford Drive, a historic‑preservation sketch plan at 4 Highland Avenue, and final subdivision and development plans for the Scarborough Downs Town Center. Additional items include a roundabout amendment at Innovation Way and a sketch plan for seasonal parking at 395 Black Point Road.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 405 zoning ordinance to comply with LD 2003
• Action on Chase Bank site plan to convert former Wendy's at 1 Hannaford Drive
• Sketch‑plan review for 4 Highland Avenue historic‑preservation project adding units
• Final subdivision approval for Scarborough Downs Town Center (lots 1‑7) and related multifamily and mixed‑use site plans
• Subdivision amendment request for a roundabout at Scarborough Downs Road and Innovation Way

Workshop - Proposed Amendments to Chapter 405 Town of Scarborough Zoning Ordinance to Amend Multiple Zoning District Standards to Comply with LD 2003

The Planning Board will conduct a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 405 (Zoning Ordinance) to comply with LD 2003, a state law requiring municipalities to allow additional units on single-family lots, at least one accessory dwelling unit per lot, and in some areas a 2.5 times density bonus for affordable developments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion only.

• Workshop on proposed amendments to Chapter 405 to comply with LD 2003
• Discussion of allowing additional units on lots zoned for single-family homes
• Discussion of allowing at least one accessory dwelling unit on lots with existing single-family homes
• Discussion of allowing 2.5 times the currently allowed housing units in areas where most units meet affordability definitions

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on amendments to Chapter 413 (Growth Management Ordinance). They will also hear public testimony on a new Outdoor Services Ordinance and decide on several business licenses. Multiple first readings on zoning, site plan, shoreland, subdivision, and other ordinance amendments are scheduled.

• Public hearing and second reading on new Chapter 421 – Outdoor Services Ordinance
• Second reading on amendments to Chapter 413 – Growth Management Ordinance (Order No. 23-033)
• First reading of zoning map change for 90 Running Hill Road (1.9-acre parcel) from RH to RH-2 (Order No. 23-065)
• Public hearings on license requests: Massage Therapist (Heal Massage & Therapy, 51 US Route One), Special Amusement Permit (1800 Mexican Restaurant, 183 US Route One), Innkeepers License (Candlewood Suites, 700 Roundwood Drive)
• First readings on amendments to Subdivision, Extractive Industry, Erosion Control, Non-Stormwater Discharge ordinances

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: REFLECTION ON 2023 GOALS & REFOCUS ON LAST HALF OF 2023 [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council is holding a workshop to review its 2023 goals and refocus priorities for the remainder of the year. No votes or new business are expected; this is a discussion-only session. The agenda includes a review of goal progress and supporting materials.

• Review of 2023 goals and refocus on last half of 2023 — discussion and information item with three attached documents
• Attachments include: Goals Workshop PDF, Town Council Goals Update, and Summit Summary of Activities in Support of Council Goals

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: LD2003 UPDATE & GMO DISUSSION ON POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS – 5:30 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

The Town Council holds a hybrid workshop to receive an update on LD2003 and discuss possible amendments to the Growth Management Ordinance (GMO). No votes are scheduled; the session is informational and discussion-only.

• Update on LD2003 at 5:30 p.m.
• Discussion on the GMO and possible amendments at 6:00 p.m.
• Attached presentation: LD2023 GMO Presentation.pdf
• Attached informational packet: GMO Informational Packet - Pace-of-Growth Scarborough.pdf

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a second reading and vote on the proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget. Other major items include a second reading to approve spending up to $260,000 from the Land Acquisition Reserve Fund to purchase property at 80 Beech Ridge Road, and public hearings on several business license renewals and a resolution supporting the 30x30 land and water conservation campaign. The council will also take first readings on zoning amendments related to LD2003 and a new Outdoor Services Ordinance, and accept state-required addendums to the Comprehensive Plan. An executive session is scheduled regarding the Town Manager’s employment agreement.

• Second reading and vote on FY2024 Municipal/School Budget
• Proposed expenditure of $260,000 from Land Acquisition Reserve Fund for property at 80 Beech Ridge Road
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance for affordable housing in-lieu fee
• First reading of zoning amendments related to LD2003 requirements
• Resolution 23-003 in support of the 30x30 conservation campaign

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and take action on several development proposals. Key items include a final subdivision for the 34-acre Town Center at Scarborough Downs with mixed uses, a 126-room hotel at 83 Mussey Road (site inventory, master plan, site plan), and a rezoning request at 90 Running Hill Road. Also on the agenda are a building addition for Backwoods BMP at 1 Commercial Road and a sketch plan for Caiazzo Plumbing.

• Final subdivision approval for 34-acre, 6-lot Town Center at Scarborough Downs with commercial, office, restaurant, retail, and multi-family uses
• Public hearing and recommendation to rezone 90 Running Hill Road from RH to RH2
• Site plan review for a 126-room LivAway Hotel at 83 Mussey Road
• Backwoods BMP Manufacturing site plan for a 6,600 sq ft addition at 1 Commercial Road
• Public hearing on amendments to affordable housing provisions in zoning ordinance

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: SCHOOL BUSINESS CASE & LETTER OF INTENT - 5:00 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

The Town Council holds a hybrid workshop to discuss a School Business Case and a Letter of Intent. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion only.

• Discussion of School Business Case at 5:00 p.m.
• Discussion of Letter of Intent at 6:00 p.m.
• Two supporting documents attached (School Business Case.pdf, Letter of Intent Information.pdf)

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinance amendments, including the Growth Management Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance, and Shoreland Zoning Ordinance. A public hearing is also scheduled for the proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget. The Council will consider first readings on an affordable housing in lieu fee amendment and a $260,000 land acquisition at 80 Beech Ridge Road. Additionally, it will act on various business licenses and a resolution in support of Responsible Storage Notification.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 413 – Growth Management Ordinance
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Map
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 405C Shoreland Zoning Ordinance
• First reading for $260,000 land acquisition at 80 Beech Ridge Road

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hold four public hearings on zoning ordinance amendments, including a proposal to increase the allowed size of small batch processing facilities from 5,000 to 10,000 sq ft. They will also consider consent voting on the Scarborough Downs Town Center preliminary subdivision (34 acres, 6 lots) and action items such as a 49-space parking lot for Nonesuch River Brewing, a 51-unit housing facility for disabled persons by Preservation of Affordable Housing, a commercial development at Haigis Parkway and Market Street, and a building addition for Backwoods BMP. Two items are tabled: a Morrison Center dormitory and a MEVS Solar utility-scale solar system.

• Public hearings on zoning amendments including increasing small batch processing facility size to 10,000 sq ft
• Scarborough Downs Town Center preliminary subdivision: 34 acres, 6 lots, mixed-use at Scarborough Downs Road and Market Street
• 3i Preservation of Affordable Housing site plan for 51-unit housing for disabled persons at Scarborough Downs Road and Market Street
• Nonesuch River Brewing permanent parking lot (49 spaces) at 35 Mussey Road
• Backwoods BMP building addition of 6,600 sq ft at 1 Commercial Road

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to zoning for small-scale energy facilities, conduct a second reading of outdoor storage zoning changes, and take the first reading of the proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget. Other actions include repealing and replacing an emergency moratorium on marijuana cultivation facilities in the Pine Point Industrial Overlay District, reconsidering the fee schedule, and authorizing a land appraisal of up to 25 acres from Crossroads Holdings for potential municipal or school purposes.

• First reading and public hearing scheduled for FY2024 Municipal/School Budget (May 17, 2023).
• New 90-day emergency moratorium on marijuana cultivation facilities in Pine Point Industrial Overlay District.
• Reconsideration of Order No. 23-035 on schedule of licenses, permits, and application fees.
• Authorization for land appraisal of up to 25 acres from Crossroads Holdings for potential purchase by July 31, 2023.
• Warrants signed for School Budget Validation Referendum and Portland Water District Trustee Election on June 27, 2023.

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP THE FY2022 AUDIT PRESENTATION & SCHOOL BUDGET PRESENTATION - 5:30 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

This is a workshop meeting where the Town Council will receive presentations on the FY2022 audit and the school budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Presentation on the FY2022 Audit
• Presentation and discussion on the School Budget

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to small-scale energy facility performance standards, then review several site plans and subdivisions. Action items include a 113-room hotel at 205 Southborough Drive, a 49-space parking lot for Nonesuch River Brewing, and a 34-acre, 6-lot preliminary subdivision for Scarborough Downs Town Center. The board will also discuss a sketch plan for a 4-story mixed-use building with 42 residential units at The Downs.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance for small-scale energy facility standards
• Opechee Construction site plan for a 113-room hotel at 205 Southborough Drive
• Nonesuch River Brewing permanent 49-space parking lot at 35 Mussey Road
• Scarborough Downs Town Center master plan amendment to reduce building setback from 3 feet to 0 feet
• Scarborough Downs preliminary subdivision of 34 acres into 6 lots for commercial, office, restaurant, retail, and multi-family uses

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP WITH CONSERVATION COMMISSION & PARKS/CONSERVATION LAND BOARD- 5:30 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

The Town Council is holding a joint workshop with the Conservation Commission and the Parks and Conservation Land Board. The main agenda item is a presentation and discussion, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The meeting is informational and includes no new business after 10:00 p.m.

• Presentation and discussion with the Conservation Commission and Parks and Conservation Land Board

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for fleet vehicle storage, a fee schedule update, a massage license, an Earth Day proclamation, and acceptance of official zoning and shoreland maps. Under old business, second readings are set for ordinances on post-construction stormwater management and erosion control, an ad-hoc community center committee charge, and rescinding unused bond debt. New business includes first readings on various zoning map and procedure changes, and a request to direct harbor fee revenues to the Pine Point Waterfront Reserve account.

• Public hearing on zoning definition for outdoor storage of fleet vehicles (Order 23-028)
• Second reading on Post-Construction Stormwater Infrastructure Management Ordinance (Order 23-026)
• Second reading on Erosion and Sedimentation Control Ordinance (Order 23-027)
• First reading to amend zoning map and amendment procedures (Order 23-038)
• Request to direct harbor fee revenues to Pine Point Waterfront Reserve capital account (Order 23-042)

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on state-mandated stormwater and erosion control ordinances, and consider first readings of amendments to zoning for small-scale energy facilities and the Growth Management Ordinance. The council will also act on a request for an executive session regarding a possible land acquisition, and discuss rescinding unused bonded indebtedness and updating the fee schedule.

• Executive session to consult legal counsel about a possible land acquisition (Order 23-032)
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 419 – Post-Construction Stormwater Infrastructure Management Ordinance (Order 23-026)
• Public hearing on adoption of Chapter 420 – Erosion and Sedimentation Control at Construction Sites (Order 23-027)
• First reading of amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance for Small-Scale Energy Facilities (Order 23-029)
• First reading of amendments to Chapter 413 Growth Management Ordinance (Order 23-033)

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on proposed zoning ordinance changes regarding outdoor storage and fleet vehicles. The agenda also includes multiple site plan reviews for solar projects, commercial developments, and municipal infrastructure.

• Public hearing: Proposed amendments to Chapter 405 Zoning Ordinance regarding outdoor storage and fleet vehicles
• Site plan amendment: RAM Ventures, LLC at 136 U.S. Route 1
• Advisory opinion: Scarborough Sanitary District pump station at 1-3 Snow Canning Road
• Site plan amendment: Second Parish Orthodox Presbyterian Church at 368 Gorham Road
• Subdivision amendment: Opechee Construction Corporation at 205 Southborough Drive

The Planning Board approved a site plan for a temporary gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive to serve as a pre-load for a future hotel. The board also reviewed sketch plans for a 113-room hotel and a 51-unit affordable housing facility for disabled persons. A preliminary subdivision for the Scarborough Downs Town Center was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved temporary gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-1)
• Tabled 8 White Sands Lane Timber Sea Wall Reconstruction

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: PRESENTATION PROPOSED FY2024 MUNICIPAL/SCHOOL BUDGET - 6:00 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council holds a workshop to hear a presentation on the proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget from the Town Manager and Superintendent of Schools. This is an informational session with no votes or decisions scheduled. Residents can view the meeting and offer public comment via the provided link.

• Presentation of proposed FY2024 Municipal/School Budget by Town Manager and Superintendent of Schools

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing on a new food handlers license for Norumbega Provisions, consider first readings of several ordinances (stormwater, erosion control, zoning changes for outdoor storage and small-scale energy facilities), and act on a request from the Scarborough Housing Alliance to pledge $50,000 for regional transitional housing for asylum seekers. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a town manager report, and a non-action discussion on the Parks and Facilities Master Plan.

• Public hearing and action on new Food Handlers License for Joanna Russell d/b/a Norumbega Provisions at 15 Holly Street, Suite 106
• First reading of Order 23-026: amendments to Chapter 419 (Post-Construction Stormwater Infrastructure Management) per state mandate
• First reading of Order 23-027: new Chapter 420 (Erosion and Sedimentation Control at Construction Sites) per state mandate
• First reading and referral to Planning Board of Order 23-028: zoning amendments on outdoor storage definitions and parking standards
• Action on Order 23-031: request to pledge $50,000 for regional transitional housing for asylum seekers

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: ZONING- 5:30 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

This is a workshop meeting where the Scarborough Town Council will receive a presentation and discuss a draft resolution regarding amendments to the Zoning Map. No votes are expected; the session is informational and procedural. The meeting is hybrid and starts at 5:30 PM at Town Hall.

• Presentation and discussion on the Zoning Map, including a draft resolution (TC Resolution - Zoning Map DRAFT.pdf) and a presentation file (Zoning Map Amendments Presentation.pdf).

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will consider a preliminary subdivision application for the Scarborough Downs Town Center, a 32-acre, 5-lot mixed-use development. They will also take action on a temporary gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive for a future 113-room hotel, and a sea wall replacement at 8 White Sands Lane. Additionally, the board will discuss sketch plans for the hotel and a 51-unit housing facility for physically disabled persons.

• Preliminary subdivision for Scarborough Downs Town Center: 5 lots on 32 acres, mixed-use commercial/office/retail/restaurant/multifamily at Scarborough Downs Road and Market Street
• Temporary gravel stockpile site plan (Action) at 205 Southborough Drive for future hotel pad
• Timber sea wall replacement (Tabled from Feb 21) at 8 White Sands Lane under Shoreland Zoning review
• Sketch plan for 113-room hotel at 205 Southborough Drive, by Opechee Construction Corporation
• Sketch plan for 51-unit housing for physically disabled persons at Scarborough Downs (POAH, LLC / 3i HoME)

The Planning Board approved a site plan for a temporary gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive to prepare for a future hotel development. The board also reviewed sketch plans for a hotel and affordable housing, and discussed a preliminary subdivision for the Town Center District.

• Approved temporary gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-1)
• Tabled 8 White Sands Lane Timber Sea Wall Reconstruction

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing on three new Food Handlers Licenses, including for The Maine Lab, Hannaford, and Alpine Cannabis Company. They will vote on second readings of traffic ordinance amendments regarding one-way streets and no-through-truck signs. New business includes a first reading to refer zoning map changes to the Planning Board, accepting the Parks and Facilities Master Plan, and accepting a $1,000 police donation.

• Public hearing and action on Food Handlers Licenses for The Maine Lab (71 Pleasant Hill Rd), Hannaford (417 Payne Rd), and Alpine Cannabis (15 Holly St #205B)
• Second reading of amendments to Traffic Ordinance Chapter 601 for one-way streets and no-through-truck locations
• First reading of proposed zoning map amendments (Chapter 405) referred to Planning Board
• Action to formally accept Parks and Facilities Master Plan and direct implementation recommendations by June 7, 2023
• Accept $1,000 donation from Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund for Police Department

Planning Board Agenda

The Scarborough Planning Board will discuss a temporary gravel stockpile site plan at 200 Southborough Drive from Opechee Construction Corporation and receive information on a 1.95 MW utility-scale solar project from MEVS Solar on land behind 22 West Beech Ridge Road. A site plan for a temporary gravel parking lot for Nonesuch River Brewing has been tabled at the applicant's request. The board will also approve the minutes from its January 30 meeting and hear staff reports on minor developments and administrative amendments.

• Discussion of Opechee Construction's temporary gravel stockpile site plan at 200 Southborough Drive
• Information item on MEVS Solar's 1.95 MW AC utility-scale solar project near 22 West Beech Ridge Road
• Nonesuch River Brewing's temporary gravel parking lot site plan (tabled at applicant's request)
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from January 30, 2023
• Staff reports on minor development reviews and administrative amendments

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the January 30, 2023 meeting. Other items, including a gravel stockpile request and a solar site plan, remained under review or were tabled.

• Approved January 30, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Nonesuch River Brewing site plan for temporary gravel parking area
• Requested more detailed sketch plan for Opechee Construction Corporation gravel stockpile at 205 Southborough Drive

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the Transportation Ordinance regarding parking restrictions and no-through-truck zones. The Council will also vote on a 90-day moratorium on new or expanded marijuana establishment licenses and act on several marijuana license applications, including Alpine Cannabis Company and HASAB, LLC. Other business includes accepting police donations totaling $2,200 and discussing a Parks and Facilities Master Plan.

• First reading of a 90-day moratorium on new or expanded marijuana establishment licenses (Order 23-019)
• Public hearing and second reading of amendments to the Transportation Ordinance on parking restrictions (Order 23-014)
• Public hearing and second reading of amendments on no-through-truck zones (Order 23-015)
• Second reading of fee schedule amendments for moorings and pier use (Order 23-007)
• Action on marijuana licenses for Alpine Cannabis Company (15 Holly Street) and HASAB, LLC (10 Snow Canning Road)

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP RE: GMO - 5:30 P.M. [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a workshop to receive a presentation and discuss GMO (genetically modified organisms). No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is informational only.

• Presentation and discussion on GMO (agenda item 3)

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing on a new adult marijuana cultivation facility license for HASAB, LLC at 10 Snow Canning Road, with final action scheduled for February 15. Also under public hearing is a proposal to amend mooring fee schedules. The council will enter executive session to discuss potential school site selection. New business includes first readings on transportation ordinance amendments for parking restrictions and no-through-truck zones, approval of seasonal road weight restrictions, committee appointments, and adoption of 2023 council goals.

• Public hearing on adult marijuana cultivation facility license for HASAB, LLC at 10 Snow Canning Road
• Public hearing on amendment to Chapter 311 Schedule of Fees for moorings
• First reading on amendments to Transportation Ordinance for parking restrictions on one-way streets
• First reading on amendments for 'No Through Trucks' signs for vehicles over 26,001 pounds
• Annual seasonal road posting for weight restrictions from Feb 15 to May 15, 2023

Planning Board Agenda

The Planning Board will hear a sketch plan review for a proposed 126-room hotel on Mussey Road. Action items include votes on a site plan amendment for a 2,300 sq ft addition at 137 U.S. Route 1 (Group 1 Automotive) and subdivision amendments for Dunstan Crossing and The Downs. Consent agenda covers lot consolidation at Dunstan Crossing.

• LivAway Hotel sketch plan for 126 rooms at 83 Mussey Road (discussion only)
• Group 1 Automotive site plan amendment for two building additions totaling ~2,300 sq ft at 137 U.S. Route 1
• Crossroads Holdings Phase I Third Amended Subdivision at The Downs to widen right-of-way and change landscaping on Scarborough Downs Road
• Dunstan Crossing Eighth Amended Subdivision consent item: lot consolidation (transfer land from lot 108 to 107, combine lots 106 and 107)

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold public hearings on a medical marijuana manufacturing facility license for Alpine Cannabis Company at 15 Holly Street, Unit 205B, and a food handlers/liquor license for El Rodeo at 623 US Route One. The council will also consider a first reading of mooring fee schedule amendments (Chapter 311), approve 2023 shellfish license allocations, and make appointments to the ecomaine board and Airport Noise Committee. An executive session is scheduled for the Town Manager's performance evaluation.

• Public hearing and action on medical marijuana manufacturing facility license for Alpine Cannabis Company at 15 Holly Street, Unit 205B.
• Public hearing and action on food handlers and liquor license for El Rodeo at 623 US Route One.
• First reading and public hearing scheduling for amendment to Chapter 311 (Mooring Fees).
• Approval of 2023 shellfish license allocations from Shellfish Commission.
• Appointment of Public Works Director Doug Howard to ecomaine Board.

REGULAR SCARBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL MEETING [HYBRID MEETING]

The Scarborough Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a food handlers and liquor license for Piper Shores. The council will also conduct second readings and votes on three zoning ordinance amendments, including new regulations for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, a conformity amendment, and updates to site plan review exemptions. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to town committees and boards.

• Second reading of new EV charging infrastructure subsection to Zoning Ordinance Section XI.L
• Second reading of amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section II.D. Conformity (9)
• Second reading of amendments to Site Plan Review Ordinance II.B. Activities Exempt from Site Plan Review
• Public hearing for Food Handlers License and Liquor License at 15 Piper Road (Piper Shores)
• Executive session to discuss appointments to committees/boards