Brunswick, Maine
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Town Council
The Brunswick Town Council holds a public hearing on a proposed moratorium amendment regarding lot rents in manufactured housing communities. The council also considers a recognition resolution for Tess' Market, discusses forming a task force for a public works facility, and reviews a Ballard Street easement request. Several appointments to committees are on the consent agenda.
- Public hearing for Lot Rent Moratorium amendment (Item 85)
- Tess' Market Recognition Resolution (Item 86)
- Task Force for Public Works Facility formation (Item 87)
- Ballard Street Easement Request (Item 88)
- Appointments Committee review (Item 89)
Shellfish Committee (Formerly Marine Resources Committee)
The committee will review coastal resource updates including sanitary surveys and eel grass monitoring. Discussions include softshell clam upweller progress, the Maquoit Bay purification study, and a regional expansion of the Septic System Risk Analysis Tool.
- Softshell Clam Upweller Report on growth and planting
- Maquoit Bay Purification Study update
- Septic System Risk Analysis Tool regional expansion discussion
- 2026 DMR Sanitary Surveys for Harpswell Cove & Princess Point
- Review of June 2, 2026 meeting minutes
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Staff Review Committee is meeting to review two specific project applications. The agenda includes a mixed-use development and a trail project.
- 26-032: 53-69 Maine Street Mixed Use Development
- 26-030: Brunswick Perimeter Trail
Recent meetings
Conservation Commission
The commission will hear updates on the tree protection ordinance and invasive species removal. They will review the Captain Fitzgerald & Gravel Services management plan and discuss next steps. Updates on pesticide survey development and the Coffin Ice Pond dam fishway project, including a Trout Unlimited proposal and a NEP Coastal Watershed Grant, will be presented. Other items include coastal resources GIS septic analysis, Brunswick Landing MRRA board report, and J&J Cleaners redevelopment impact on chimney swifts.
- Tree Ordinance Update
- June Knotweed Removal at Fitzgerald Park
- Captain Fitzgerald & Gravel Services Management Plan review
- Pesticides and Fertilizers Survey development status
- Coffin Ice Pond Dam natural fishway project - Trout Unlimited proposal and NEP Coastal Watershed Grant awarded
Recreation Commission
The commission will review the Androscoggin Riverwalk design and receive an update on the Brunswick Dam relicensing process. The meeting also includes a report on recreation programs and a restoration update for Simpson Point Landing.
- Androscoggin Riverwalk Design overview by Maine Department of Transportation
- Update on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) process for Brunswick Dam relicensing
- Simpson Point Landing Restoration and ribbon cutting update
- Recreation Program Report from Deputy Director Sabrina Best
Housing Committee
The Housing Committee's Finance Subcommittee will hold a working session to discuss rules of procedure for the Maine Housing (MHP) Ordinance. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on internal procedural development. Public attendance is allowed in person or via Zoom.
- Working session on MHP Ordinance Rules of Procedure
Androscoggin Riverwalk
The Town Council will receive an update on the Androscoggin Riverwalk Project. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only this informational item.
- Androscoggin Riverwalk Project update
Finance Committee
The Brunswick Finance Committee is meeting to review financial reports for May 2026, the 2025 proprietary funds, and the 2026-27 budget development. The agenda also includes discussions on the fund balance policy and historical solid waste management costs.
- Review of 2026-27 Budget Development Manager's Memo
- Review of May 2026 General Fund Expenditure and Revenue Reports
- Review of 2025 Proprietary Funds Financials
- Review of Fund Balance Policy and Components
- Review of 2020 Solid Waste Management Plan
The Finance Committee approved the March 30 meeting minutes unanimously. They reviewed March financial statements and discussed proprietary funds including the Graham Road Landfill closure costs and the struggling processing facility. No substantive decisions were made; most agenda items were tabled to the next meeting due to time constraints.
- Approved March 30 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Town Council
This is a routine procedural meeting. The Council is deciding on year-end budget transfers for 2025-26, tax settlement-recommitments, tax abatements, and uncollectible personal property tax abatements. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Year-end budget transfers for 2025-26
- Tax settlement-recommitment
- Tax abatement
- Uncollectible personal property tax abatement
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and references to previous minutes. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed.
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Staff Review Committee is meeting to review plans and requests for three specific development projects. The body will consider design standards and subdivision plans for these sites.
- Opal Estates Residential Subdivision street design standards waiver request
- Thomas Point Campground III review
- Range Road Subdivision review
Housing Committee
The Brunswick Housing Committee will discuss an ordinance regulating mobile home park operations and a proposed amendment to a moratorium. The agenda includes a public hearing on the Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board and updates on development projects.
- Discussion of Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board ordinance
- Habitat for Humanity critical home repairs for MHP tenants
- Staff updates on development pipeline, CFS Grand Opening, and Hawthorne School RFP
- Anticipated AHSF funding request
- Amendment to the Moratorium
Planning Board
The Planning Board will discuss and potentially vote on three items: a draft of Comprehensive Plan amendments, the Golek Multifamily Development, and the Pinehaven Preserve. Public comment and revised documents have been submitted for the Golek project. The meeting includes consideration of findings and revised plans for these applications.
- Golek Multifamily Development (26-021) with revised final findings and public comment
- Pinehaven Preserve (25-029) with draft final findings and revised plans
- Draft Comprehensive Plan Amendments (26-028) with public comment received
- Addendum with Golek public comment received on June 22 and June 23
Housing Committee
This is a working session of the Housing Committee Finance Subcommittee, focused solely on discussing the rules of procedure for the MHP Ordinance. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.
- Finance Subcommittee working session – MHP Ordinance Rules of Procedure
Mare Brook Watershed Steering Committee
The Mare Brook Watershed Steering Committee will receive progress updates on culvert and dam projects, including a grant award for Coffin Ice Pond dam remediation. New business includes reviewing the Town Council-adopted Compensation Fee Utilization Program and discussing the committee's role in setting criteria for smaller projects. Other items include a GIS septic system analysis and a dam removal proposal by nonprofits.
- Sparwell Culvert MIAF Grant Application discussion
- Coffin Ice Pond Dam Remediation – Trout Unlimited proposal awarded NEP Coastal Watershed Grant
- Mare Brook Compensation Fee Utilization Program – review of Town Council-adopted CFUP
- Town Coastal Resources GIS Septic System Analysis
- Brook Field Dam removal proposal (Free the Andro + Friends of Merrymeeting Bay)
Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority
The Board of Trustees will review several administrative and operational items. Discussion includes an amendment to the Jordan Avenue easement term and a proposed MOU involving Priority Real Estate.
- Amendment of Jordan Avenue easement from 99 years to 50 years
- Third-party MOU between MRRA, Town of Brunswick, and Priority Real Estate for $75,000
- Tri-State Collaborative Lease for Music Festival 2027
- Amended By-laws review
- Updated Personnel Policy Handbook
Village Review Board (VRB)
The Village Review Board is scheduled to consider a review of 42 Maine Street and hold a workshop for 53 Maine Street. No other agenda items are listed; the meeting may be limited to these two matters.
- Review of 42 Maine Street (document packet included)
- Workshop on 53 Maine Street (document packet included)
Housing Committee
The Housing Committee Finance Subcommittee will hold a working session to discuss Rules of Procedure for the MHP Ordinance. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Working session on MHP Ordinance Rules of Procedure
Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force
The Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force met on June 16, 2026. Members discussed the evaluation form for redevelopment proposals, which are due July 2. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural.
Town Council
The Brunswick Town Council will hold public hearings on a fire engine bond ordinance and a mobile home park ordinance. They will also discuss personnel policy changes and set public hearings for comprehensive plan revisions and a mobile home park lot rent moratorium amendment. The consent agenda will be considered.
- Public hearing on fire engine bond ordinance
- Public hearing on mobile home park ordinance
- Personnel policy review
- Setting public hearing for comprehensive plan revisions
- Setting public hearing for mobile home park lot rent moratorium amendment
Social Services Committee
The Social Services Committee will meet to discuss outreach tasks and review the final draft of the 2026 grant application. The committee will also establish a schedule for reviewing and approving applications in September and October.
- Review and approval of the final draft 2026 Grant application
- Discussion of outreach chores
- Scheduling of application review meetings for Sept. 3 and Sept. 17
- Scheduling of application approval meeting for Oct. 5
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Staff Review Committee is considering two applications: a farmer's market at Dionne Farm and Phase 1 of Brunswick Public Works. No decisions are recorded; the agenda lists only the items and associated documents for review.
- 26-012: Dionne Farm Farmer's Market application review
- 26-011: Brunswick Public Works Phase 1 application review
Cable TV Advisory Committee
The committee will review progress, budgets, and Comcast reports. Members will also discuss the introduction of AI into TV3 operations and involving students in producing town videos.
- Introduction of AI into TV3 Operations
- Involvement of school students in producing town videos
- Growstown video schedule
- Budget review by Jeff Nay
- Comcast review by Bryan Christiansen
The Cable TV Advisory Committee discussed creating a task force to explore AI in TV3 operations and involving students in producing town videos, but took no formal votes on these topics. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the previous meeting minutes.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review the Golek Multifamily Development project. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed amendments to the Rate Of Growth Ordinance.
- Golek Multifamily Development
- Rate Of Growth Ordinance Amendments
Conservation Commission
The Brunswick Conservation Commission will not hold a regular meeting on June 3, 2026. Instead, members will conduct a site visit to Fitzgerald Park for invasive knotweed removal. Public comment can be submitted by email or at the next scheduled public meeting on July 1st.
- Annual work session to cut and remove knotweed at Fitzgerald Park
- No remote attendance option; meeting is in-person only
- Public comment via email or at July 1st public meeting
Shellfish Committee (Formerly Marine Resources Committee)
This meeting of the Brunswick Shellfish Committee is largely procedural, consisting of a report from the Coastal Resources Manager and approval of the previous month's minutes. No new ordinances, rezonings, or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Coastal Resources Manager's Report
- Approval of May 2026 minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding a data center moratorium and the Marebrook CFUP. The body will also set dates for public hearings on a mobile home park ordinance and a fire engine bond ordinance.
- Public hearing on Data Center Moratorium
- Public hearing on Marebrook CFUP
- Setting public hearing for Mobile Home Park Ordinance (AMENDED)
- Setting public hearing for Fire Engine Bond Ordinance
- Union Ratification
Social Services Committee
The Brunswick Social Services Committee will hold its first meeting of 2026, focusing on reviewing and approving past meeting minutes, electing a Chair and Vice Chair, and discussing the 2026 grant application process. The key item is a discussion on funding and grant amounts for 2026, including a possible increase. The committee will also set future meeting dates.
- Request nominations for Committee Chair and Vice Chair 2026
- Review/approve meeting minutes of Oct. 22, 2025
- Review/additions to 2026 Grant application
- Discuss funding and grant amounts for 2026 – possible increase
- Set dates for future committee meetings
The committee established the guidelines and timeline for the 2026/2027 grant cycle, including a $7,500 individual award cap. Members agreed to maintain the question-and-answer evaluation process and a collaboration question on applications. The Town Council has approved $55,000 in total grant funding for this cycle.
- Elected Councilor Anderson as Chair (Unanimous)
- Elected Councilor MacDonald as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
- Approved Sept. 17, 2025 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Set maximum individual grant award at $7,500
- Agreed to retain collaboration question on grant applications
- Agreed to continue using question-and-answer process instead of interviews
- Set grant application window from July 1, 2026 to August 27, 2026
- Established meeting schedule for September 3, September 17, and October 5, 2026
Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
The Brunswick Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to review handouts on Jordan Avenue and the Safe Routes Safe Kids program. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Review of Jordan Ave Handout
- Review of Safe Routes Safe Kids handout (dated May 7, 2026)
- Approval of April 23, 2026 minutes
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Brunswick Staff Review Committee will discuss two items at this meeting: a pier replacement application (26-024) and a preserve project (25-029). No decisions are recorded; the agenda indicates only review and discussion of submitted documents.
- 26-024: Alane & Ken Crowe Pier Replacement – documents under review
- 25-029: Pinehaven Preserve – final packet and plan set under review
Housing Committee
The Brunswick Housing Committee is discussing a proposed ordinance to regulate mobile home park lot rent increases and establish maintenance standards. The ordinance would create a Rent Review Board to approve increases above inflation and require landlords to maintain safe conditions.
- Discussion and potential action on the Mobile Home Park Ordinance, including rent increase caps, creation of a Rent Review Board, and maintenance standards
- Approval of meeting minutes from the previous session
- Financial report on committee expenditures (no specific figures provided in agenda)
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee is reviewing draft revisions to Brunswick's Comprehensive Plan and appendix to ensure compliance with state requirements from the Maine Office of Community Affairs. The agenda includes a memo on needed revisions, a determination letter, a table of state requirements, draft plan amendments, and public comment.
- Memo on comprehensive plan revisions needed for state consistency
- Maine Office of Community Affairs Determination Letter dated 3-5-2026
- Table of state requirements with staff responses in blue text
- Draft updates to Brunswick Comprehensive Plan and appendix
- Public comment submitted
Planning Board
The Brunswick Planning Board will review application 26-022 for the Martin's Point Health Care Center. The agenda includes a packet and addendum with public comment, but no further details on the nature of the decision or proposal are provided in the source.
- 26-022: Martin's Point Health Care Center – application for review with supporting documents.
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission will hear public input from the Wabanaki awareness group Mawoluhkhotipon, receive program updates including summer brochure and pickleball survey results, discuss a proposal to install two electronic scoreboards and construct a third baseball diamond at Lishness Field, and begin developing a management plan for Maquoit Woods.
- Citizen input from Mawoluhkhotipon on Wabanaki awareness
- A2K Feasibility Study public workshop report
- Town Council consideration for 2 electronic scoreboards and a third baseball diamond at Lishness Field
- Development of management plan for Maquoit Woods property and initial signage plan
- Summer pickleball survey results and summer brochure update
Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force
The task force met to discuss publicizing the RFP and reviewing the RFP schedule. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in these minutes.
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss and potentially act on a draft ordinance imposing a moratorium on data centers. The agenda also includes a request for proposals for the Hawthorne School, a fee utilization plan for Marebrook, and a fee waiver request from the Brunswick Downtown Association. A consent agenda covers routine items.
- Data Center Moratorium (draft ordinance)
- Hawthorne School Request for Proposals
- Marebrook Compensation Fee Utilization Plan
- Brunswick Downtown Association Fee Waive Request
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Staff Review Committee will review four development proposals for compliance with local regulations. The agenda includes public comment on the Golek Multifamily Development. The committee will examine plans for the 50 Blackstone Club Road Shoreland Stabilization, the Golek Multifamily Development, and the Martin's Point Health Care Center.
- Review of 50 Blackstone Club Road Shoreland Stabilization
- Review of Golek Multifamily Development
- Review of Martin's Point Health Care Center
- Public comment on Golek Multifamily Development
Assessment Review Board
The Board of Assessment Review will meet to adopt the findings of fact and final decision for one property abatement application. The board will also vote to approve minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting.
- Abatement application decision for 383 Mere Point Rd (Appeal #2025-006)
Planning Board
The Brunswick Planning Board will consider four applications at this meeting: a sketch plan for Thomas Point Campground III (26-014), a final plan for Wilbur's Woods II (26-015) with a financial capacity addendum, a sketch plan for Von Schack Wall Replacement (26-017), and a sketch plan for a motor vehicle fueling station at 117 Bath Road (26-018) with a traffic impact memo. All items are at various stages of review.
- 26-014: Thomas Point Campground III (sketch plan review)
- 26-015: Wilbur's Woods II (final plan review with financial capacity addendum)
- 26-017: Von Schack Wall Replacement (sketch plan)
- 26-018: 117 Bath Road Motor Vehicle Fueling Station (sketch plan with traffic impact memo)
Town Council
The Brunswick Town Council will consider and potentially adopt multiple budget resolutions for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, including the general fund budget, capital budget, and tax increment finance budget. The council will also vote on a resolution for the capital improvement program covering fiscal years 2029-2031 and school-related resolutions and warrants. This meeting focuses on finalizing the town's spending plans for the upcoming fiscal year and multi-year capital projects.
- Adoption of budget resolution for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
- Adoption of capital improvement program resolution for FY2029-2031
- School resolution articles for 2026-2027
- School warrant for June 9, 2026
- Adoption of 2026-2027 capital budget and TIF budget resolutions
Conservation Commission
The Brunswick Conservation Commission will inspect 2025 conservation easement reports and discuss updates on tree protection, invasive species removal at Captain Fitzgerald Park, and watershed health.
- Tree Ordinance Update discussion
- Arbor Day recognition
- Captain Fitzgerald Park knotweed removal
- 2025 Conservation Easement Inspection Reports
- Pesticides and Fertilizers survey update
Shellfish Committee (Formerly Marine Resources Committee)
The Shellfish Committee will hold a meeting to review the Coastal Resources Manager's report and discuss information regarding Simpson Point. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the April 7, 2026 meeting and reviewing documents.
- Review Coastal Resources Manager's report
- Review April 7, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discuss Simpson Point information
Town Council
The Town Council will review the 2026-27 Budget and the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes public hearings regarding a CDBG HA grant for Brunswick Bay and extensions for several moratoriums.
- CDBG HA Grant for Brunswick Bay public hearing
- Mobile Home Parks Moratorium extension public hearing
- Rural Subdivision Moratorium Extension public hearing
- 2026-27 Budget and 2027-2031 CIP discussion
- Tax Acquired Real Estate Policy Amendment
Miscellaneous Forums and Workshops
The town is holding a follow-up meeting to provide updates on planned and future safety improvements between Maine Street and Harpswell Road. The session includes a review of items previously discussed on May 22, 2025, and a period for public questions.
- Update on planned safety improvements from Maine Street to Harpswell Road
- Update on consideration of future improvements
- Review of items discussed on May 22, 2025
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the March 2026 General Fund Revenue and Expenditure Reports, discuss financial projections for proprietary funds including the landfill, pay-per-bag program, processing facility, wastewater, and the train station/visitors center, and approve the draft minutes from the March 30 meeting. No votes on specific items are listed; the agenda consists of financial reports for review.
- March 2026 General Fund Revenue Report review
- March 2026 General Fund Expenditure Report review
- GR Landfill Financial Projections discussion
- Pay-Per-Bag Program Financial Projections discussion
- MerePoint Wastewater Financial Projections discussion
Housing Committee
The Brunswick Housing Committee will hold a work session on the proposed MHP Ordinance, followed by committee and public comment periods. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.
- Work session on the proposed MHP Ordinance from 1:05 PM to 2:30 PM
- Public comment period from 2:45 PM to 3:00 PM
Planning Board
The Planning Board will discuss and potentially decide on an ordinance amendment for Stormwater Compensation Fees (26-001). They will also review sketch plans for the Dionne Farm Farmer's Market (26-012) and Brunswick Public Works Phase 1 (26-011), and consider a final subdivision application for Starview Woods (25-038).
- Ordinance amendment for Stormwater Compensation Fees (26-001)
- Sketch plan review: Dionne Farm Farmer's Market (26-012)
- Sketch plan review: Brunswick Public Works Phase 1 (26-011)
- Final subdivision application: Starview Woods (25-038)
Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force
The Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force met on April 28, 2026, to review a draft Request for Proposals (RFP). No votes or formal decisions were taken; the discussion was procedural only.
- No formal votes or actions taken
Town Council
The Town Council is conducting a public hearing regarding the Manager's proposed 2026-27 budget. The meeting also includes a review of the 2027-31 Capital Improvement Program and a presentation from the School Board.
- Public hearing on Proposed 2026-27 Budget
- Public hearing on 2027-31 Capital Improvement Program
- School Board presentation
Town Council
The Town Council is conducting a budget and Capital Improvement Plan workshop. Presentations include budget proposals for the Curtis Library, IT/Cable TV, and the Police Department.
- Curtis Library 2026-27 Budget Presentation
- IT/Cable TV 2026-27 Budget Presentation
- Police Dept 2026-27 Budget Presentation
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Staff Review Committee is meeting to review three specific project applications. The body will examine plans for a wall replacement, campground updates, and a fueling station.
- 26-017: Von Schack Wall Replacement
- 26-014: Thomas Point Campground
- 26-018: 177 Bath Road Motor Vehicle Fueling Station
Rivers & Coastal Waters Commission (RCWC)
The Rivers & Coastal Waters Commission will discuss an upcoming comprehensive zoning re-code expected in late 2026 or early 2027, focusing on setbacks and impervious surface standards to protect waterways. They will also plan summer site visits to water access points. Reports will cover mooring registrations, the Simpsons Point construction update (ramp installed, foot baths and steps pending), shellfish assessments, and a coastal cleanup event on April 25.
- Simpsons Point construction update – ramp installed, foot baths and steps still pending
- Earth Coastal Clean Up on April 25, 12–2 pm at Celebration Flight Deck Brewing
- Evaluation of zoning code for re-code, including setbacks from streams, wetlands, and coastal waters
- Discussion of summer site visits to water access points in June or July
- Harbormaster report on mooring registrations and spring seasonal update
Village Review Board (VRB)
The Village Review Board is meeting to review two specific project applications. The board will consider cases VRB 26-005 and VRB 26-003.
- Review of VRB 26-005 regarding 38 School Street
- Review of VRB 26-003 regarding 77 Union Street
Hawthorne School Redevelopment Task Force
The committee met to discuss the Phase 1 Environmental Assessment and the upcoming schedule. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.
Assessment Review Board
The Board of Assessment Review will hear an appeal regarding a property tax abatement decision for a property on Mere Point Road. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Hear appeal #2025-006 regarding property tax abatement at 383 Mere Point Road
- Approve minutes from March 24, 2026 meeting
The Board of Assessment Review denied a property tax abatement appeal for 383 Mere Point Road, owned by Therese Akladiss, on a 3-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting with two yeas and one abstention.
- Denied property tax abatement appeal for 383 Mere Point Road (3-0)
- Approved minutes of March 24, 2026 meeting (2-0-1 abstention)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to landscape preservation regulations, a tree fund ordinance, and subdivision and open space standards. The council also plans to apply for an NNEPRA grant, set a public hearing to extend the mobile home park moratorium, and set a public hearing to apply for a CDBG HA grant for Brunswick Bay Community. Additionally, there is a discussion item on Morse Court and a consent agenda.
- Public hearing on Landscape Preservation Amendments
- Public hearing on Tree Fund Ordinance
- Public hearing on Subdivision and Open Spaces Amendments
- Application for NNEPRA Grant
- Set public hearing for extension on Mobile Home Park Moratorium
Mare Brook Watershed Steering Committee
The Mare Brook Watershed Steering Committee will review a town staff draft of the Compensation Fee Utilization Program. Members will also discuss education and outreach efforts, including an upcoming workshop and pesticide ordinance outreach.
- Review of Town Staff Draft of Compensation Fee Utilization Program (CFUP)
- Planning for Healthy Watersheds Workshop on April 28 at Crooker Theater
- Pesticide Ordinance outreach and committee involvement
- Stormwater drain stenciling
- 2026 Coastal Clean Up announcement
Housing Committee
The Brunswick Housing Committee is holding a special listening and feedback session on the proposed Mobile Home Park (MHP) Ordinance. The agenda allocates time for comments from landlords, tenants, and the general public. No decisions will be made; this is solely for gathering input. The public may also attend via Zoom or submit comments by email.
- 45-minute comment period for mobile home park landlords
- 45-minute comment period for mobile home park tenants
- 30-minute general public comment period
- Meeting accessible via Zoom link provided
- Comments may be emailed to [email protected]
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission will discuss the Town Council's authorization of an ordinance for Phase 1 Tier 1C of the Midcoast Athletic & Recreation Complex (MARC) costing up to $1,050,000. They will also consider allowing the installation of two electronic scoreboards at Lishness A Field and construction of a third baseball diamond in coordination with Brunswick Cal Ripken Baseball. The FY 2026-2027 department budget and a phase 2 update on Merrymeeting Park interpretive signs are also on the agenda.
- Discussion of ordinance for MARC Phase 1 Tier 1C construction up to $1,050,000
- Consideration of allowing Cal Ripken to install 2 scoreboards and build a third baseball diamond at Lishness Field
- Proposed FY 2026-2027 Parks & Recreation budget to be presented to Town Council
- Update on Merrymeeting Park Interpretive Sign Project Phase 2
Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider two site plan applications: a dock at 772 Mere Point Road and the replacement of Taylor Well 6. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- 26-009: Dock at 772 Mere Point Road
- 26-008: Taylor Well 6 Replacement
Town Council
The Town Council will consider the Manager's Proposed 2026-27 Budget and hold a public hearing on the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program. This special meeting focuses on adopting the annual budget and reviewing the five-year capital plan.
- Manager's Proposed 2026-27 Budget
- Public hearing on 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program
Staff Review Committee/Staff Level Review
The Brunswick Staff Review Committee will discuss and review four items: Dionne Farm Farmer's Market, Brunswick Public Works Phase 1, and Wilbur's Woods II (with an addendum). The agenda consists of plan and sketch documents for each project.
- 26-012: Dionne Farm Farmer's Market
- 26-011: Brunswick Public Works Phase 1
- 26-015: Wilbur's Woods II
- 26-015: Wilbur's Woods II - Addendum
Growstown School Committee
The Growstown School Committee will discuss the status of responses and calendar for Spring classes, volunteer teachers, the treasurer's report, supplies needed, schedule a cleaning day and open houses, and other issues.
- Status of responses and calendar for Spring classes
- Volunteer teachers
- Treasurer's report
- Supplies needed
- Schedule cleaning day and open houses
Cable TV Advisory Committee
This is a routine meeting of the Brunswick Cable TV Advisory Committee. The agenda includes reports from staff and Comcast on progress, budget, and service, as well as unfinished business on TV3 video review and live broadcast interviews. No public hearings or binding votes are scheduled.
- Budget review by Jeff Nay
- Comcast review by Bryan Christiansen
- Progress and status review by Jim Nelon
- Review of TV3 videos
- Update on live broadcast interviews
The committee unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. Budget review was tabled and communications group discussion was deferred to a future meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled budget review
- Deferred communications group discussion
Shellfish Committee (Formerly Marine Resources Committee)
The Brunswick Shellfish Committee will hear the Coastal Resources Manager's report and consider information on other towns' shellfish license residency requirements. They will also discuss Sunday conservation closures and review the 2025 DMR Annual Report. Previous meeting minutes from March 3 will be approved.
- Coastal Resources Manager's Report for April
- Review of March 3 meeting minutes
- Information on other towns' shellfish license residency requirements
- Discussion of Sunday conservation closures for 2026
- Review of 2025 DMR Annual Report
Town Council
The Brunswick Town Council will hold a public hearing on MARC funding and set public hearings for future meetings on a Tree Fund Ordinance, Landscape Preservation Amendments, Subdivision and Open Space Amendments, and a Moratorium Extension. The council will also consider requests for a Pride event and sidewalk seating, a warrant for Region 10, and committee appointments.
- Public hearing on MARC funding
- Set public hearing for Tree Fund Ordinance
- Set public hearing for Landscape Preservation Amendments
- Set public hearing for Subdivision and Open Space Amendments
- Set public hearing for Moratorium Extension