Biddeford, ME
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BiddefordME averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $517,712 +0.1% yr/yr · +33.6% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$101.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$89.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$51.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$62.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,971 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025221 housing units ($52.8M)
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
Historic Preservation Commission to review remodel at 12 Pearl Street
The Biddeford Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a proposal by Coastal Oaks, LLC to remodel the building at 12 Pearl Street (Tax Map 40 Lot 72) in the MSRD-1 Zone. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 22, 2026 meeting and other routine business.
- Review of 2026.14 HPC application by Coastal Oaks, LLC to remodel 12 Pearl Street
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 22, 2026
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City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
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City of Biddeford
Historic Preservation Commission
August 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams
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1. Declaration of Quorum
2. Approval of Meeting Minutes
2.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from July 22, 2026
3. Unfinished Business
3.a 2026.14 HPC Review for Coastal Oaks, LLC to remodel the building at 12 Pearl Street,
Tax Map 40 Lot 72, in the MSRD-1 Zone.
4. New Business
5. Other Business
6. Adjourn
Sat Aug 22, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
City Council site walk on Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. traffic safety
The Biddeford City Council is holding a site walk along Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. to discuss traffic safety improvements. The meeting is not televised and will begin at the corner of Lester B. Orcutt and Eighth Street. The agenda includes only this site walk and adjournment, so no formal decisions are scheduled.
- Site walk of Lester B. Orcutt Blvd.
- Discussion of Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. traffic safety improvements
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Lester B. Orcutt Blvd., Biddeford
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City of Biddeford
City Council
August 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Site walk of Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. Biddeford, ME.
This event will not be televised.
The group will gather at the corner of Lester B. Orcutt and Eighth
Street to begin the site walk.
1.
Site Walk of Lester B. Orcutt Blvd.
2.
Lester B. Orcutt Blvd. Traffic Safety Improvements
2.a Lester B Orcutt Blvd. Traffic Safety Improvements
3.
Adjourn
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
Policy Committee
Biddeford Policy Committee reviews EV charging and industrial fee ordinances
The Policy Committee will discuss the EV Charging Ordinance and the Industrial Pretreatment Program Fee Ordinance. The body will also review the Public Arts Commission and approve minutes from May 26, 2026. No final votes on the ordinances are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of EV Charging Ordinance
- Discussion of Industrial Pretreatment Program Fee Ordinance
- Clarification of Public Arts Commission
- Approval of 20260526 Policy Committee Minutes
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City of Biddeford
Policy Committee
August 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4.
Approval of Minutes
4.a 20260526 Policy Committee Minutes
5.
Discussion/Review
5.a EV Charging Ordinance
5.b Industrial Pretreatment Program Fee Ordinance
5.c Discussion: Clarification of Public Arts Commission
6.
Other Business
7.
Adjourn
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 16:30
Veterans Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:30
Personnel Committee
Police personnel classification change up for discussion
The Biddeford Personnel Committee will discuss a proposed classification change for Police Department personnel. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other business, but no votes are scheduled.
- Police Department Personnel Classification Change
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City of Biddeford
Personnel Committee
August 25, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
3.
Discussion
3.a Police Department Personnel Classification Change
4.
Other Business
5.
Adjourn
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:30
Staff Review Committee
Conditional use permit review for Rift Arcade relocation to 5 Washington Street
The Staff Review Committee will review a Conditional Use Permit application for the relocation of Rift Arcade, a business operated by Cassandra Rae Buckman, to 5 Washington Street, Suites 2 and 3 in downtown Biddeford. The property is in the MSRD-1 Zone and Historic District. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Conditional Use Permit application for Rift Arcade relocation to 5 Washington Street, Suites 2 and 3
- Property located at 5 Washington Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 352) in MSRD-1 Zone and Historic District
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City of Biddeford
Staff Review Committee
August 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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1.
Projects To Be Reviewed
1.a 2026.40 Staff Review Committee to review a Conditional Use Permit application for
Cassandra Rae Buckman for business (Rift Arcade) relocation to 5 Washington Street,
Suites 2 and 3 in downtown Biddeford. The location of the new property is 5
Washington Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 352) in the MSRD-1 Zone & Historic District.
2.
Pending Projects
2.a TBD
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:30
Shellfish Conservation Committee
25 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd, Biddeford
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers , Biddeford
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:00
Charter Revision Commission
Charter commission to review police and fire advisory committee articles
The Biddeford Charter Revision Commission is meeting to discuss and review proposed changes to the city charter, including articles on the Police and Fire Advisory Committees. The commission will also consider administrative items such as funding, remote participation policy, website additions, meeting schedule, and legal resources. This is a working session focused on the charter review process.
- Discussion of Article VI (Police Advisory Committee) and Article VII (Fire Advisory Committee)
- Approval of additions to the commission's website
- Approval of meeting schedule dates
- Discussion of legal resources for the commission
- Staff update on commission funding and remote participation policy
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City of Biddeford
Charter Revision Commission
August 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4.
Approval of Minutes
4.a Minutes of August 10, 2026
5.
Staff Update
5.a Commission Funding
5.b Remote Participation Policy
6.
Action Items
6.a Approval of additions to website
6.b Approval of Meeting Schedule dates
6.c Legal Resources
7.
Discussion/Review
7.a Process for change approval
7.b Discuss Charter Article review process
7.c Article VI POLICE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7.d Article VII FIRE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7.e Agenda Discussion Items for next meeting
7.f Action Items for next meeting
8.
Other Business
9.
Adjourn
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 16:00
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Capital Projects / Operations Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Capital Projects / Operations Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00
Capital Projects / Operations Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Tue Dec 29, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 18:00
Recreation Commission
J. Richard Martin Community Center Room 2, Biddeford
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Mon May 3, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed May 5, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed May 12, 2027 · 16:30
Historic Preservation Commission
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams, Biddeford
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed May 19, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed May 26, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 16:30
Cable TV Committee
Biddeford Public Access, Biddeford
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Planner's Office, Second Floor, Biddeford
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jul 21, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Board
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Biddeford Planning Board to review day care, sober home, pier extension, and more
The Biddeford Planning Board is meeting to review several land-use applications, including a re-review of a home day care, a conditional use permit for a sober living house, a shoreland permit for a rebuilt dwelling, and a request from UNE to extend approval for a marine research pier. The board will also consider site plans for a parking lot, a cold storage expansion, a showroom and warehouse, and a Popeyes fast food restaurant. The agenda includes consent items and meeting minutes.
- Re-review of home day care at 123 Summer Street (Tax Map 35, Lot 28), tabled August 5, 2026
- Conditional Use Permit for Private Non-Medical Institute (sober living) at 13 Crescent Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 292)
- Shoreland permit for pile-supported foundation and dwelling at 67 Fortunes Rocks Road (Tax Map 64, Lot 43)
- UNE 1-year extension request for Marine Science Research Pier at 11 Hills Beach Road (Tax Map 52, Lot 4)
- Site plan for 54 parking spaces at 41 Main Street (Tax Map 41, Lot 138); Popeyes at 584 Alfred Street (Tax Map 2, Lot 23)
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City of Biddeford
Planning Board
August 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams
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1.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Declaration of Quorum/Voting Members
3.
Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4.
Planner's Business
4.a Meeting Minutes from the 8-4-26 Staff Review Committee Meeting
5.
Consent Agenda
5.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from August 5, 2026.
6.
Unfinished Business
6.a 2026.20 Review of a project for Bakhita Saabino of 123 Summer Street (Tax Map 35,
Lot 28) in the R-2 zone. This project was originally approved on June 17, 2026. On
July 1, 2026, the Planning Board voted to re-review this project. Applicant wants to
open a licensed day care in her home at 123 Summer Street. This item was tabled on
August 5, 2026.
7.
New Business
7.a 2026.39 The Biddeford Planning Board will review a Conditional Use Permit request
from Salvatore Saccareli to open a Private Non-Medical Institute (PNMI) for under 16
people at 13 Crescent Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 292) in the MSRD-2 zone. This business
is currently a sober living boarding house run by Mr. Saccareli.
7.b 2026.31 Review of the Shoreland Permit Application for Michelle Shekarchi to
complete construction of a pile-supported foundation and a new dwelling which will
generally be rebuilt within the existing structure's footprint at the site and will not
increase overall impervious cover. The project is located at 67 Fortunes Rock …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:30
Recycling and Waste Management Commission
Commission to review trash bag policy, composting, and budget
The Recycling and Waste Management Commission will discuss updates on the 30-liter trash bag policy compliance and education, composting efforts, and a budget review. They will also address volunteer needs for the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Day and welcome a new member.
- Update on 30-liter Trash Bag Policy Compliance & Education
- Update on Composting
- Budget Review
- Household Hazardous Waste Day on September 12, 8am-12pm, volunteers needed
- New member Sam Pecor
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City of Biddeford
Recycling and Waste Management Commission
August 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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New Member - Sam Pecor
4.
Update on 30-liter Trash Bag Policy Compliance & Education
5.
Update on Composting
6.
Biddeford Household Hazardous Waste Day - Saturday, September 12th, 8am - 12pm -
Volunteers Needed!
7.
Budget Review
8.
Art Commission Updates
9.
Next Meeting - Wednesday, September 16th at 6:30pm
10. Meeting Adjourns
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on executive session rules amendment and event fee waiver
The Biddeford City Council is meeting for a regular session that includes two mayoral appointments, a second reading of an amendment to council rules regarding executive sessions, and approval of a special event fee waiver for Recovery Revival. The agenda also includes a presentation, public comment periods, a city manager report, and an executive session for a personnel matter.
- 2026.117: Approval of mayoral appointment to a committee (citizen)
- 2026.118: Approval of mayoral appointment to a committee (councilor)
- 2026.98: Second reading of amendment to Council Rules on Executive Session
- 2026.116: Approval of special event fee waiver for Recovery Revival
- Executive session under MRS 405(6) A for personnel matter
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City of Biddeford
City Council
August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4.
Appointments
4.a 2026.117 Approval- Mayoral Appointment to a Committee- Citizen
4.b 2026.118 Approval - Mayoral Appointment to a Committee- Councilor
5.
Presentation
6.
Public Addressing the Council
(3 minute limit per speaker for up to a total of 15 minutes)
7.
Consideration of Minutes
7.a City Council Minutes August 4, 2026
8.
Second Reading
8.a 2026.98 Approval- Amendment to Council Rules Executive Session- Second Reading
9.
Orders of the Day
9.a 2026.116 Approval- Special Event Fee Waiver -Recovery Revival
10. Public Addressing the Council
(5 minute limit per speaker)
11. City Manager Report
12. Committee Updates by Council
13. Other Business
14. Council President Addressing the Council
15. Mayor Addressing the Council
16. Executive Session
16.a MRS 405(6) A - Personnel Matter
17. Adjourn
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Fire Department EMS grant update on Finance Committee agenda
The Biddeford Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, sign the expenditure warrant, and discuss a final update on the Fire Department's Maine EMS Sustainability Grant #2. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major new spending or policy items listed.
- Final update on Fire Department Maine EMS Sustainability Grant #2
- Signing of the expenditure warrant
- Approval of August 4, 2026 Finance Committee minutes
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Finance Committee
August 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
2.a Finance Committee Minutes- August 4, 2026
3.
Signing of the Expenditure Warrant
4.
Discussion/Approval
4.a Final Update — Fire Department Maine EMS Sustainability Grant #2
5.
Other Business
6.
Adjourn
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 17:00
Public Art Commission
Public Art Commission discusses goals, Five Points sign, and Fringe Fest
The Biddeford Public Art Commission will discuss commission goals for 2026-2027, including a master plan, budget, and filling vacancies. They will also review the Five Points Sign Project with DDC, a City Hall gallery documentary photography exhibit, and the August Fringe Fest. Ongoing projects include tiny art, a city museum crawl, and traffic calming interventions.
- Commission Goals 2026-2027: Master Plan, vacancies (1 FT seat, 1 Youth seat), logo, budget
- Five Points Sign Project with DDC
- City Hall Gallery update: documentary photography exhibit
- August Fringe Fest and remaining ArtWalk dates (Aug 21, Sep 18, Oct 16)
- Ongoing projects: Tiny Art, City Museum Crawl, BCHC RFP support, DEI accessibility signage, Mills Mural proposal, traffic calming interventions
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✓ Decided: Commission drafts memorial framework for Mayor's request
The Biddeford Public Art Commission discussed the Mayor's request to guide the city's response to temporary memorials following the death of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, and drafted recommendations for managing the sites at Mechanics Park and Hill/Pool. The commission approved the July meeting minutes and tabled several agenda items, including commission goals, the Five Points Sign Project, and the projects list. The draft recommendations, prepared by Chair Jessica Muise and Councilor Abigail Woods, were provided to city administration on August 18.
- Approved July 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled commission goals discussion
- Tabled Five Points Sign Project with DDC
- Tabled review of projects list
- Drafted memorial recommendations for Mayor's request (provided to city administration 8/18)
J. Richard Martin Community Center: Room 2, Biddeford
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Public Art Commission
August 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
2.a July 2026 BPAC Minutes: DRAFT
3. Discussion Items
3.a Memorial Discussion
3.b Commission Goals 2026-2027
• Master Plan
• Commission Member Status – Vacancies: 1 FT seat and 1 Youth Seat
• Commission Logo
• Budget
3.c Five Points Sign Project with DDC
3.d City Hall Gallery update: documentary photography exhibit
3.e August Fringe Fest: see agenda packet for activity overview
• Remaining ArtWalk dates this season:
• Friday, August 21, 2026
• Friday, September 18, 2026
• Friday, October 16, 2026
4. Review of Ongoing Projects: featured list of potential projects for the PAC
4.a • Tiny Art
• City Museum / Museum Crawl: Fire Dept, St Louis Alumni /LaKermesse, BCHC
• BCHC RFP support for public art commission
• DEI Committee accessibility signage - public bathrooms (City of Portland example)
• Plein air painting downtown event
• Scott Joslin - Mills Mural proposal
• Traffic Calming Interventions: safe crosswalk initiative, etc.
• Tactical urbanism, or “quick builds” – temporary speedbumps and traffic
delineation posts
• Pop-up bike lanes
• Sharing the Stories of Biddeford: wheat paste mural example with QR code
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Biddeford Public Art Commission
Meeting Minutes – August 13, 2026
In attendance:
• Jessica Muise, Chair
• Commission: Rebecca Cote, Braden Drypolcher, and Beth Whitney
• Staff Liaison: Erika Dube, Deputy Recreation Director
• Council Liaison: Councilor Abigail Woods
• Guests:
o Raquel Miller
o Carolyn Schmidtke
• Absences: Coco Corral
• Two Commission Vacancies: Student Liaison and one Voting Member
1. Meeting Called to Order: 5:04PM
2. Approval of July 2026 Meeting Minutes:
• Motion to Approve: Braden Drypolcher
• Seconded: Rebecca Cote
• Discussion: none
• Vote: unanimously approved
Discussion Items
3.a Memorial Discussion: the Mayor has asked for the commission “to work alongside city
staff and public safety officials to help guide next steps regarding remembrance,
preservation, public art, and the use of shared public spaces.” In response to this request,
the commission conducted a two-hour discussion during the August meeting. Please see
the included documents that provide background and context on the request as well as a
framework for the discussion, and the draft recommendations prepared post-meeting by
Chair Jessica Muise and Councilor Abigail Woods that summarize the discussion and were
provided to city administration on Tuesday, August 18th.
• Statement from BPAC Chair, Jessica Muise
• Public Art Commission Memorial Recommendations Draft 8.18.26
3.b Commission Goals: agenda item tabled.
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
Capital Projects / Operations Committee
Biddeford Capital Projects Committee meets; agenda mostly procedural
The Capital Projects / Operations Committee is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda: roll call, agenda adjustments, approval of July 8, 2026 minutes, old and new business, and an executive session for legal matters. No specific projects, contracts, or decisions are listed on the agenda, so the meeting appears to be largely procedural.
- Approval of minutes from July 8, 2026 meeting
- Executive session under 1 MRS 405 (6) for legal matters
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Capital Projects / Operations Committee
August 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Committee Members
Marc Lessard, Councilor-at-Large (Chair)
Dylan Doughty, Ward 4 Councilor
Brad Cote, Ward 7 Councilor
Dominic Deschambault
Kenneth Griffin
1.
Roll Call
2.
Adjustment(s) to Agenda
3.
Approval of Minutes
3.a Capital Projects and Operations Committee Meeting Minutes - July 8, 2026
4.
Old Business
5.
New Business
6.
Executive Session -1 MRS 405 (6) - Legal Matters
7.
Adjourn
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Historic Preservation Commission
Second Floor Conference Room & Teams, Biddeford
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council Chambers , BIDDEFORD
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to discuss Lester B Orcutt parking
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss parking at Lester B Orcutt. The agenda includes a presentation, public comment, and council discussion. No votes are scheduled.
- Presentation on Lester B Orcutt parking
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City Council
August 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM
City Council Workshop
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4. Presentation
4.a Lester B Orcutt Parking
4.b Public Comment
4.c City Council Discussion
5. Adjourn
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
Charter Revision Commission
Biddeford Charter Revision Commission holds public hearing on commission functions
The Charter Revision Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing to gather information and comments regarding the functions of the commission. The body will also discuss the charter review process and approve a meeting schedule.
- Public hearing on Charter Commission functions
- Review of public input from the hearing
- Approval of the Charter Commission meeting schedule
- Approval of July 16, 2026 minutes
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August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Hearing
4.a Public Hearing to receive information, views, comments and other material relating
to the functions of the Charter Commission as required by State statute.
5. Approval of Minutes
5.a Minutes of July 16, 2026
6. Discussion/Review
6.a Discussion of comments & public input presented at the Public Hearing.
6.b Charter Review Process
6.c Charter Commission Meeting Schedule Approval
7. Public Comment
8. Other Business
9. Next Meeting
9.a Agenda Discussion Items for next meeting
9.b Action Items for next meeting
10. Adjourn
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
DEI Committee to review public art and restroom survey
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss public art and restroom surveys. The body will also review proclamations and observances for September and October.
- Review of September and October proclamations and observances
- Discussion of Public Restroom Survey
- Request for feedback on Public Art Master Plan
- Reflection on June events
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
August 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Public Comment
3 Minute Limit Per Speaker
3. Approval of Minutes
3.a June 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4. Current Events
4.a Member Check-In
5. Discussion Items
5.a Review of Proclamations and Observances - September and October
5.b Reflection on June Events
5.c Public Restroom Survey
5.d Request for Feedback on Public Art Master Plan
6. Other Business
7. Second Public Comment
3 Minute Limit Per Speaker
8. Adjourn
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
General
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 11:00
General
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Board
Biddeford Planning Board to review home day care, shoreland project, and subdivisions
The Biddeford Planning Board will meet on August 5, 2026, to discuss unfinished and new business, including a home day care application, shoreland zoning permits, subdivision amendments, and site plan reviews. The board may also address procedural items like meeting minutes and adjournment.
- Review of Bakhita Saabino’s home day care application at 123 Summer Street (R-2 zone)
- Shoreland zoning permit for Ashley LeBlond at 8 Yates Street (Coastal Residential Zone)
- 3-lot subdivision amendment for Pine Point Heights, LLC at 240 Granite Street (R1-A zone)
- 1-lot private way creation request by Longboard Construction at 380 Guinea Road (RF zone)
- Preliminary review of site plan for Mystery Springs at 532 Elm Street (B-2 zone) with indoor adventure experience
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Planning Board
August 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Declaration of Quorum/Voting Members
3. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4. Planner's Business
4.a Meeting Minutes from the July 7, 2026, Internal Development Review Meeting
5. Consent Agenda
5.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from July 15, 2026
6. Unfinished Business
6.a 2026.20 Review of a project for Bakhita Saabino of 123 Summer Street (Tax Map 35,
Lot 28) in the R-2 zone. This project was originally approved on June 17, 2026. On
July 1, 2026, the Planning Board voted to re-review this project. Applicant wants to
open a licensed day care in her home at 123 Summer Street.
7. New Business
7.a 2026.26 Review of a Shoreland Zoning Permit Application for Ashley LeBlond at 8
Yates Street (Tax Map 59, Lot 12) in the Coastal Residential Zone. The project
proposes to remove a substantial portion of the existing structure, excavate and
construct a new full basement foundation, and reconstruct a single-family residence
that will continue the existing residential use of the property. No additional dwelling
units are proposed.
The proposed residence will remain substantially within the location of the existing
structure while improving structural integrity, safety, energy efficiency, accessibility,
and the long-term viability of the property.
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review 2026 revenues and expenditures
The Biddeford Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, sign expenditure warrants, and review the fiscal year 2026 revenues and expenditures. No substantive decisions are listed beyond procedural items.
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Signing of the Expenditure Warrant
4. Discussion/Approval
4.a Review of FY26 Revenues and Expenditures
5. Other Business
6. Adjourn
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Biddeford council to accept resignation and vote on two liquor licenses
The Biddeford City Council will accept the resignation of Councilor Dylan Doughty and vote on liquor licenses for Hakuna Matata and Martini's on Main. The meeting also includes a public hearing for Hakuna Matata and a presentation from Public Works on CSO projects.
- Accept resignation of Councilor Dylan Doughty (Ward 4)
- Vote on Hakuna Matata liquor license
- Vote on Martini's on Main liquor license
- Public hearing for Hakuna Matata liquor license
- CSO presentation by Public Works Director Jeff Demers
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4. Recognition
4.a HR - Report to Council
5. Appointments
5.a 2026.115 Approval- Acceptance of Resignation of Councilor Dylan Doughty -Ward 4
6. Proclamation
6.a 2026 National Night Out
7. Presentation
7.a CSO Presentation - Public Works Director, Jeff Demers
8. Public Hearing
8.a Hakuna Matata Liquor License Public Hearing
8.b Martini's on Main
9. Liquor License Consideration
9.a Approval Hakuna Matata Liquor License
9.b Approval Martini's on Main Liquor License
10. Public Addressing the Council
(3 minute limit per speaker for up to a total of 15 minutes)
11. Consideration of Minutes
11.a Special City Council Meeting July 21, 2026 - Minutes
11.b City Council Meeting July 28, 2026 - Minutes
12. Second Reading
13. Orders of the Day
13.a 2026.108 Approval- City of Biddeford-York County Emergency Management Agency -
MOU
13.b 2026.114 Fire Department DEA -Compliant Controlled Substance Management
System Purchase
14. Public Addressing the Council
(5 minute limit per speaker)
15. City Manager Report
16. Committee Updates by Council
17. Other Business
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
City Hall Second Floor Conference Room, Biddeford
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 16:30
Institutional Zone Review Committee
Biddeford committee reviews 2026 Institutional Zone changes
The Institutional Zone Review Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve updates to the city’s Institutional Zone Ordinance and map. The committee will also review minutes from its May 21, 2026 meeting.
- Final review of Article 16 Institutional Zone Ordinance
- Review of Institutional Zone Map
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Institutional Zone Review Committee
August 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approval of Minutes
3.a May 21, 2026 Minutes
4. Material Review
4.a Final: Article 16 Institutional Zone Ordinance
4.b Institutional Zone Map
5. Old Business
6. New Business
7. Adjourn
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 16:00
Cable TV Committee
Cable TV Committee to review director qualifications and streaming updates
The Cable TV Committee will meet to discuss director qualifications and provide updates on website streaming and building maintenance.
- Review of Director Qualifications
- Website Streaming Update
- Building Maintenance Status
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August 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
2.a July 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes
3. New Business
3.a Review of Director Qualifications
3.b Website Streaming Update
3.c Building Maintenance Status
4. Other Business
5. Adjourn
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:30
Sustainability Commission
Sustainability Commission reviews Project Canopy and ordinance updates
The Biddeford Sustainability Commission will meet on August 3, 2026, to discuss ordinance changes for Project Canopy, a presentation on the Garbage to Garden initiative, and updates on coastal sensing, beach management, and EV charging ordinances.
- Garbage to Garden presentation by Tyler Frank and Sean Heckethorn
- Ordinance changes for Project Canopy
- Proposed Project Canopy work plan
- Beach Management Plan/Design review on August 24
- EV Charging Ordinance review on August 24
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1. Declaration of Quorum
2. Approval of Meeting Minutes
2.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from July 6, 2026
3. Garbage to Garden-Tyler Frank & Sean Heckethorn-Presentation
4. Ordinance changes to take on Project Canopy-Brad
5. Proposed Project Canopy Work-Bev
6. Updates
6.a Sensing the Coast Show July 10-debrief by Will
6.b Beach Management Plan/Design-Will
6.c Landscape Ordinance, August 24-Any revisions needed?
6.d EV Charging Ordinance, August 24-Any revisions needed?
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Biddeford City Council to hear presentation on City Manager search
The City Council will receive a presentation from Don Gerrish regarding the search for a City Manager. The body will also consider a fiscal year 2026 carry over request and a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Old Orchard Beach.
- Presentation by Don Gerrish regarding the City Manager Search
- FY26 Carry Over Request- Finance (2026.111)
- Acceptance of Criminal Forfeiture Assets (2026.113)
- Town of Old Orchard Beach General Assistance Vacation Coverage MOU (2026.109)
- Amendment to Council Rules- Executive Session (2026.98)
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July 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4. Appointments
4.a 2026.112 Approval - Mayoral Appointment to a Committee - Citizen
5. Presentation
5.a Presentation by Don Gerrish regarding the City Manager Search
6. Public Addressing the Council
(3 minute limit per speaker for up to a total of 15 minutes)
7. Acceptance of Minutes
7.a City Council Meeting Minutes July 7, 2026
8. Orders of the Day
8.a 2026.111 Approval - FY26 Carry Over Request- Finance
8.b 2026.113 Acceptance of Criminal Forfeiture Assets
8.c 2026.109 City of Biddeford- Town of Old Orchard Beach General Assistance Vacation
Coverage MOU
8.d Remove from Table -2026.98 Approval- Amendment to Council Rules- Executive
Session
9. Public Addressing the Council
(5 minute limit per speaker)
10. Other Business
11. Council President Addressing the Council
12. Mayor Addressing the Council
13. Executive Session -1 MRS 405 (6) - Legal Matter
14. Adjourn
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
Policy Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 16:30
Veterans Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Biddeford
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 18:00
Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission to discuss Future Land Use Map and Comp Plan
The Conservation Commission will review updates to the Comprehensive Plan and discuss transitional zones on the Future Land Use Map. The body will also examine whether Colonial Era road widths are a factor for future land use.
- Comprehensive Plan update
- Future Land Use Map-Transitional Zones
- Discussion of Colonial Era road widths and existing data
- Approval of May 27 and June 24, 2026 meeting minutes
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July 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1. Declaration of Quorum
2. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
3. Secretary Report
3.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from May 27, 2026 & June 24, 2026
3.b Amendments to minutes
4. Comp Plan Update
5. Future Land Use Map-Transitional Zones
5.a Council Action
5.b Colonial Era road widths—are they a future land-use factor? Exissting data?
5.c Other?
6. Blandings Photo-op-Chris
7. Other Business
8. Adjourn-Next meeting August 27, 2026 6:00 PM
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 17:30
Citizens' Advisory Committee
Citizens' Advisory Committee to discuss FY26 budget and survey results
The committee will review the results of the FY26 Citizen Survey and the FY26 Annual Action Plan Budget. Members will also discuss tree planting for the Community Center Playground.
- Community Center Playground Tree Planting
- FY26 Citizen Survey Results
- FY26 Annual Action Plan Budget
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Citizens' Advisory Committee
July 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
2.a May 27, 2026 Meeting Minutes
3. Discussion Items
3.a Community Center Playground Tree Planting
3.b FY26 Citizen Survey Results
3.c FY26 Annual Action Plan Budget
4. Other Business
5. Adjourn
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Preservation Commission
HPC to review remodeling of 12 Pearl Street for residential use
The Historic Preservation Commission will review two applications: an expansion at 11 Smalls Court by Aiden Lane and a remodeling at 12 Pearl Street by Coastal Oaks for residential use. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting.
- Review of Aiden Lane proposal to expand second floor at 11 Smalls Court
- Review of Coastal Oaks proposal to remodel building at 12 Pearl Street for residential use
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 10, 2026
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City of Biddeford
Historic Preservation Commission
July 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers & Teams
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1. Declaration of Quorum
2. Approval of Meeting Minutes
2.a Approval of Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2026
3. Unfinished Business
4. New Business
4.a 2026.15 HPC Review of Aiden Lane to expand second floor at 11 Smalls Court.
4.b 2026.14 HPC Review of Coastal Oaks to Remodel the building at 12 Pearl Street for
Residential Use.
5. Other Business
6. Adjourn
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Biddeford City Council to consider liquor license and FY26 carry over request
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a liquor license for Hakuna Matata. Members will also review a finance request for FY26 carry over funds and a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Old Orchard Beach regarding General Assistance vacation coverage.
- Public hearing and approval for Hakuna Matata Liquor License
- Approval of FY26 Carry Over Request- Finance (2026.111)
- General Assistance Vacation Coverage MOU with Town of Old Orchard Beach (2026.109)
- Capital Projects and Operations Committee recommendation on Community Center Leases (2026.113)
- Amendment to Council Rules- Executive Session (2026.98)
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City of Biddeford
City Council
July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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1. Roll Call
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Adjustment(s) to Agenda
4. Proclamation
4.a ICE Presence in Biddeford-PROCLAMATION
5. Appointments
5.a 2026.112 Approval - Mayoral Appointment to a Committee - Citizen
6. Public Hearing
6.a Hakuna Matata Liquor License Public Hearing
7. Liquor License Consideration
7.a Approval Hakuna Matata Liquor License
8. Public Addressing the Council
(3 minute limit per speaker for up to a total of 15 minutes)
9. Consideration of Minutes
9.a City Council Meeting Minutes July 7, 2026
10. Orders of the Day
10.a 2026.111 Approval - FY26 Carry Over Request- Finance
10.b 2026.109 City of Biddeford- Town of Old Orchard Beach General Assistance Vacation
Coverage MOU
10.c 2026.113 Approval Capital Projects and Operations Committee Recommendation on
Community Center Leases
10.d Remove from Table -2026.98 Approval- Amendment to Council Rules- Executive
Session
11. Public Addressing the Council
(5 minute limit per speaker)
12. Other Business
13. City Manager Report
14. Committee Updates by Council
15. Council President Addressing the Council
16. Mayor Addressing the Council
17. Executive Session
17.a 1 MRS (6) E- Legal Matters
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $37.0M | AMERICAN RHEINMETALL SYSTEMS LLC Department of Defense · 20MM SEARANGER GUN SYSTEMS (QTY: 12), SPARES, TRAINING, HAT TEST |
| $8.9M | FIBER MATERIALS INC. Department of Defense · COMPOSITES FOR HYPERSONICS BY INTEGRATED COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS ENGIN |
| $6.0M | FIBER MATERIALS INC. Department of Defense · ANTENNA WINDOW PRODUCTION EXPANSION |
| $5.3M | OAK POINT ASSOCIATES Department of Defense · DESIGN SERVICES FOR B7 AND B14. |
| $5.0M | FIBER MATERIALS INC. Department of Defense · CHARACTERIZATION AND PERFORMANCE TESTING (CHAPT) OF HYPERSONIC THERMAL |
| $4.1M | FIBER MATERIALS INC. National Aeronautics and Space Administr · THERMAL PROTECTIONS SYSTEMS (TPS) FOR SCIENCE MISSION DIRECTORATE (SMD |
| $3.8M | OAK POINT ASSOCIATES Department of Defense · X003 AE DBB B991 HEWITT HALL NWC ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION UPGRADES |
| $3.7M | FIBER MATERIALS INC. Department of Defense · SHAPE STABLE NOSE TIP PRODUCTION EXPANSION FEASIBILITY STUDY |
| $3.5M | OAK POINT ASSOCIATES Department of Defense · X005 AE DESIGN FOR RM15-0022 - REPAIR OTC DORM CI 64 KING HALL |
| $2.5M | OAK POINT ASSOCIATES Department of Defense · B60, NUCLEAR CONTAINMENTS PRODUCTION FACILITY CONSOLIDATION, DBB |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (York County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments5,914 (56,640 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,971/mo (533 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.8% (low numeracy 20% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
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Recorded votes
$101.2M
Annual budget
$62.4M
Debt outstanding
221
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$101.2M
Spending$89.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$62.4M
Debt-to-revenue0.62×
Debt-load index61 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.