Presque Isle, Maine

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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$28.1M (FY2023)

Total spending$18.1M (FY2023)

Taxes$15.7M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$7.0M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$2,063 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey

20254 housing units ($845K)

Recent meetings

Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council Meeting

Presque Isle City Council to review licenses and $1 million in warrants

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding lodging and marijuana licenses. The body will also consider the designation of a dangerous building at 4 Pond Street and approve several board appointments.

Approval of lodging license for Martin's Manor Rentals, LLC at 72 Houlton Road
Renewal of marijuana license for Star City Wellness at 694 Main Street
Approval of 2026 Warrants #20- #22 totaling $1,028,943.17
Hearing on dangerous building designation for 4 Pond Street
Road closure for Elk’s Club 4th of July Celebration

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oe Z SOI, Presque Isle City Council Meeting Lé& SOMES Wednesday, July 1, 2026 USSR \ 2", 6:00 p.m. int wen ye) Presque Isle Council Chambers AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance National Parks and Recreation Month Presentation and Proclamation Public Hearing Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Fernand Martin d/b/a Martin's Manor Rentals, LLC located at 72 Houlton Road Renewal of Adult Use & Medical Marijuana License to Joseph Pelkey, JPCN Enterprises, LLC, d/b/a Star City Wellness located at 694 Main Street Citizen Comments Consent Agenda Approve Minutes from June 3, 2026 Approve 2026 Warrants #20- #22 totaling $1,028,943.17 Approve Road Closure for Elk’s Club 4"" of July Celebration Appoint Sharon Brown to the Library Board of Trustees Appoint Industrial Park Director Jay Lamoreau to the PIDF and Airport Advisory Committees Appoint Virginia “Ginny” Joles to the Downtown Revitalization Committee New Business Hearing: Consideration of Dangerous Building Designation,4 Pond Street Manager’s Report Announcements Executive Session Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D) Contract Negotiations Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D) Contract Negotiations Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute Personnel 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A) Personnel matters Adjournment

Thu Jun 4, 2026

Council Workshop

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Wed Jun 3, 2026

City Council Meeting

City Council to approve over $2.6 million in warrants

The Presque Isle City Council will review financial warrants and discuss funding for homeless services. The body will also consider a rental policy for the Recreation and Park Department and schedule a hearing for a property at 4 Pond Street.

Approval of 2026 Warrants #16- #19 totaling $2,621,688.17
Notice of Hearing for property at 4 Pond Street
Homeless Services of Aroostook gap funding request and MOU
Rental policy for City of Presque Isle Recreation and Park Department
Presentation on tourism and grant activity by Resource Director Kimberly Smith

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Wednesday, June 3, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle Council Chambers AGENDA Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Presentation to Tim Lyford and Hal Lyford for 44 years in Business Citizen Comments Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes from May 6, 2026 2. Approve 2026 Warrants #16- #19 Totaling $2,621,688.17 New Business 3. Presentation on Tourism and recent grant activity by Resource Director, Kimberly Smith 4. Assessment Review by Assessor Lewis Cousins 5. Schedule a “Notice of Hearing” for property located at 4 Pond Street 6. Discuss Homeless Services of Aroostook gap funding request and MOU 7. Review and Discuss Approval of Policy for Rental to Outside Organizations and Groups for the City of Presque Isle Recreation and Park Department Manager’s Report Announcements Executive Session Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Adjournment

Wed May 6, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council approved $3,352,827.81 in warrants as part of the consent agenda

The council approved the Vacant Building Ordinance (Chapter 67) with minor syntax revisions (vote 4‑3), renewed several special amusement and marijuana licenses, and adopted a consent agenda that includes $3,352,827.81 in warrants. They also scheduled a public hearing on the Chapter 16 Land Use Ordinance, approved a grant application for the Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund with a 5% city match for the Williams Brooks Crossing on Henderson Rd, and considered real‑estate offers in executive session.

Approve Vacant Building Ordinance (Chapter 67) with syntax revisions – vote 4‑3
Renew Special Amusement License for Northern Maine Catering, LLC at 35 Parkhurst Siding Road – vote 7‑0
Renew Marijuana License for Royal Leaf, LLC at 415 Main Street, Suite 1 – vote 7‑0
Approve warrants #11‑#15 totaling $3,352,827.81 (consent agenda) – vote 7‑0
Approve grant application for Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund (MIAF) with 5% city match for Williams Brooks Crossing on Henderson Rd – vote 7‑0

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✓ Decided: Council approves Vacant Building Ordinance by 4‑3 vote

The Presque Isle City Council adopted the Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance with a 4‑3 vote and authorized minor syntax revisions. It unanimously renewed several business licenses, including Special Amusement and Marijuana licenses. The council also accepted a $29,000 offer for 14 Park Street, refused an offer for 10 Delmont Street, approved a grant application for the Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund, and scheduled a public hearing on the Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Ordinance.

Approved Vacant Building Ordinance (4-3)
Renewed Special Amusement License for Northern Maine Catering, LLC (7-0)
Renewed Marijuana License for Royal Leaf, LLC (7-0)
Renewed Special Amusement License for Ignite Presque Isle (7-0)
Accepted $29K offer for 14 Park Street (7-0)
Refused offer on 10 Delmont Street (7-0)
Authorized grant application for Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund (7-0)
Scheduled public hearing for Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Ordinance (7-0)

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from May 6, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, D. Cyr, C. Green, H. Legassie, and D, Plummer City Manager Sonja Eyler and City Clerk Kimberly Finnemore was also present Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Kevin Sipes introduced Councilor M. Chasse to make a dedication Councilor M. Chasse stated the senior room will be changed to the Hayward Room, dedicated to Keith Hayward. Councilor M. Chasse presented a plaque to Keith and his family Councilor M. Chasse stated the teen room will be changed to the Beals Room, dedicated to Dodie Beals. Councilor M. Chasse presented a plaque to Dodie’s family Public Hearing 1. Consider Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance Councilors discussed the Ordinance Chairman J. Willette opened the public hearing at 6:15 p.m. No citizens commented Chairman J. Willette closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor M. Chasse, seconded by Councilor C. Green to approve the Vacant Building Ordinance, Chapter 67, and to authorize legal counsel and staff to make non-substantive syntax revisions, formatting Page 2 of 6 adjustments, cross reference corrections, and incorporation of missing technical language necessary to align the Ordinance with Council’s Intent, provided such revisions do not materially alter the policy directi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Wed Apr 1, 2026

City Council Meeting

City Council to consider Vacant Building Ordinance and approve $3.7M in warrants

The Presque Isle City Council will hold a second public hearing on the Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance. The body is also reviewing several lodging and business licenses and approving city expenditures.

Second public hearing for Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance
Approval of 2026 Warrants #7 - #10 totaling $3,777,122.31
Lodging license applications for 436 Main St, 12 Church St, 768 Main St, 116 Main St, 22 Pleasant St, and 71 Main St
Road closures for the May 25 Memorial Day Parade and April 25 Color Run/Walk
Support for Star City ATV Club municipal grant application

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✓ Decided: Council approved $3,777,122.31 in warrants and multiple lodging licenses

The Presque Isle City Council unanimously approved seven new lodging establishment licenses for properties on Main, Pleasant, and other streets. It also approved warrants #7‑10 totaling $3,777,122.31. Road closures for the Memorial Day Parade and the 5th Annual Color Run/Walk were authorized, and the council voted to support the Star City ATV Club’s grant application. The Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance was tabled until the May meeting.

Approved Lodging Establishment License for Ignite PI d/b/a The Northeastland Hotel, 436 Main St (6-0)
Approved Lodging Establishment License for Traci and Chuck Halvorson, 12 Second St (6-0)
Approved Lodging Establishment License for Roger Beaulieu d/b/a BLD Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Hampton Inn, 768 Main St (6-0)
Approved Lodging Establishment License for Amarjit Dhillon d/b/a Presque Isle Hotel, 116 Main St (6-0)
Approved Lodging Establishment License for Michael and Pamela Willette/Clark’s Lodge d/b/a SP Holdings, LLC, 22 Pleasant St (6-0)
Approved Lodging Establishment License for Ranjit Singh d/b/a All Star Hospitality, LLC, 71 Main St (6-0)
Approved warrants #7‑10 totaling $3,777,122.31 (6-0)
Tabled Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance until May Council Meeting (6-0)

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Wedn esday, April 1, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle Council Chambers AG ENDA Call t o Order Pledge of Allegiance Mo ment of silence for Presque Isle Industrial Council Executive Director Tom Powers P resentation by Sarah Duncan Executive Director of United Way of Aroostook Pledge of Allegiance Pub lic Hearing 1. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Ignite PI d/b/a The Northeastland Hotel with a location of 436 Main Street 2. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Traci and Chuck Halvorson with a location o f 12 Church Street 3. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Roger Beaulieu d/b/a BLD Hospitality, LLC d/b/a Hampton Inn with a location of 768 Main Street 4. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Amarjit Dhillon d/b/a Presque Isle Hotel with a location of 116 Main Street 5. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Michael and Pamela Willette/Clark's Lodge d/b/a under SP Holding, LLC with a location of 22 Pleasant Street 6. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Ranjit Singh d/b/a All Star Hospitality, LLC w ith a location of 71 Main Street 7. Consider Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance (second hearing) Ci tizen Comments Cons ent Agenda 8. Appro ve Minutes from February 4, 2026 9. Approve 2026 Warrants #7 - #10 totaling $ 3,777,122.31 10. Approve Employment Agency License to Professional Home Care, Specialists, LLC 11. Approve Employment Agency License to Tempo Emplo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from April 1, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, C. Green, H. Legassie, and D. Plummer Absent Councilor D. Cyr City Manager Sonja Eyler was also present. Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence for Presque Isle Industrial Council Executive Director Tom Powers Chairman J. Willette read a few words about Tom (see attached) Presentation by Sarah Duncan Executive Director of United Way of Aroostook (see attached) Public Hearing 1. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Ignite PI d/b/a The Northeastland Hotel with a location of 436 Main Street. Chairman J. Willette stated Public Safety departments have reviewed the application and have no objections to the issuance of the Lodging Establishment License. Chairman J. Willette opened the public hearing at 6:26 p.m. No citizens commented. Chairman J. Willette closed the public hearing at 6:26 p.m. Page 2 0f7 BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor M. Chasse, seconded by Councilor H. Legassie to approve a Lodging Establishment License to Ignite PI d/b/a The Northeastland Hotel with a location of 436 Main Street as presented. Vote: 6-0 2. Approval of Lodging Establishment License to Traci and Chuck Halvorson with a location of 12 Church Street. Chairman J. Willette stated Public Safety departments have revie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 25, 2026

City Council and Airport Advisor Committee Joint Meeting

City Council to vote on Essential Air Service bidder selection

The City Council will hear presentations from airline bidders for Essential Air Service and deliberate on a final recommendation. The meeting includes a public comment period and a final vote on any waivers of service criteria.

Essential Air Service airline bidder presentations and Q&A
Airport Director presentation and Q&A
Public comment on airline proposals
City Council deliberation and final recommendation vote
Final vote on waivers of Essential Air Service criteria

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✓ Decided: Council adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. after airline presentations

The Presque Isle City Council held a joint meeting with the Airport Advisor Committee where American Airlines and JetBlue presented their Essential Air Service proposals, followed by a presentation from Airport Director Scott Wardwell. No formal decision on airline selection was made. Councilor C. Green moved, and Councilor H. Legassie seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. (motion by C. Green, seconded by H. Legassie)

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Presque Isle City Council Meetin: Wednesday, March 25, 2025 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance New Business Essential Air Service Airline Bidder Presentations (Each airline will present with a Q&A after each presentation) Airport Director Presentation (Q&A after presentation) Public Comment on Any Airline Proposal City Council Members, Airport Advisory Board Members and the City Manager will Deliberate (At the Conclusion of this Item Airport Advisory Board will join the Audience) City Council Members Deliberation with Motions, Discussion and Final Recommendation Vote City Council Member Final Vote on any Waivers of an Essential Air Service Criterion Announcements Adjournment

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from March 25, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, D. Cyr, C. Green, H. Legassie, and D. Plummer. City Manager Sonja Eyler and City Clerk K. Finnemore were also present. Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance New Business Chairman J. Willette read a memo (see attached). 1. Essential Air Service Airline Bidder Presentations (Each airline will present with a Q&A after each presentation) American Airlines did their presentation first, followed by JetBlue. 2. Airport Director Presentation (Q&A after presentation) Scott Wardwell Airport Director did a presentation. 3. Public Comment on Any Airline Proposal. Page 20f2 BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by Councilor H. Legassie to adjourn at 7:30 p.m. Attested by: uma Sronly » “Linnonnany Kimberly A. Finnembre, Presque Isle City Clerk Good evening everyone, and thank you for being here. Tonight’s meeting is an important step in a process that has a real impact on our community. We are here to hear presentations from both JetBlue and American Airlines as part of the Essential Air Service selection process for Presque Isle. Air service is more than transportation for us. It connects our residents to healthcare, education, business opportunities, and family. It supports our local economy and shapes how ac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Mar 4, 2026

City Council Meeting

Council tours vacant buildings and holds open discussion

The Presque Isle City Council will conduct a Vacant Building Tour of sites including Aroostook Centre Mall, 20 Dyer Street, Rathbun Lumber Company, and others. After the tour, City Solicitor Richard Currier will meet with council members in the Council Chambers. The meeting will conclude with an open conversation during a working lunch.

Vacant Building Tour of Aroostook Centre Mall, 20 Dyer St, 43 State St, 153 North St, Rt1 (Houlton Road) and other locations
City solicitor Richard Currier session in Council Chambers (11:30‑12:30)
Open conversation working lunch (12:30‑1:30)

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✓ Decided: Council approved a 12‑month moratorium on new adult‑use marijuana businesses

The council unanimously approved a 12‑month moratorium on Chapter 59A Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Businesses Ordinance. It also unanimously renewed the marijuana license for Northern Maine Flower at 540 Main Street, amended the taxicab ordinance, and scheduled a public hearing on the Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance for April 1, 2026. Additional unanimous actions included adopting the Founder’s Week proclamation, authorizing airport ARFF/SRE building design services, and approving departmental overspending and a new recreation‑parks fee schedule.

Approved 12‑month moratorium on Chapter 59A Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Businesses Ordinance (7‑0)
Approved renewal of marijuana license for Peter Haines d/b/a Northern Maine Flower, 540 Main St (7‑0)
Approved amendments to Chapter 12 Taxicab Ordinance (7‑0)
Scheduled public hearing on Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance for April 1, 2026 (7‑0)
Approved Founder’s Week April 2026 proclamation (7‑0)
Authorized City Manager and Airport Director to procure engineering services for ARFF/SRE Building expansion (7‑0)
Approved FY 2025 departmental overspending (Fire $130,648; Library $358; Insurances $1,195; Utilities $16,572; Airport $30,004) (6‑0)
Approved updated 5‑year fee schedule for Recreation & Parks Department (6‑0)

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Thursday, June 4, 2026 8:30 a.m. Vacant Building Tour with City Councilors Vacant Building Tour Begins Our historic “Molly the Trolley” will be the transportation to see the vacant building tour, Council man Herman Legassie will be our driver.  Aroostook Centre Mall  20 Dyer Street  Rathbun Lumber Company, 43 State Street  Presque Isle Main Street  153 North Street  The Aroostook Union Grange, Corner of Rt1 “Houlton Road”  Plus, some homes 11:30-12:30- Our city solicitor, Richard Currier  Council Chambers 12:30-1:30- Open Conversation  Working Lunch

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from March 4, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, D. Cyr, C. Green, H. Legassie, and D. Plummer City Manager Sonja Eyler was also present. Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 6:01p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Introduction of Tree Steward from the Forestry Service (see attached) Public Hearing 1, Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance Public Hearing and Reintroduction (first hearing) Chairman J. Willette read the back ground from City Manager S. Eyler cover letter (see attached) City Manager S. Eyler was going to do a presentation but had technical difficulties, address as soon as it is fixed. 2. Approve Moratorium to Chapter 59A Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Businesses Ordinance Chairman J. Willette read background from City Manager S. Eyler cover letter (see attached) BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by Councilor H. Legassie to approve Moratorium to Chapter 59A Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Businesses Ordinance as presented, for up to 12 Months. Vote: 7-0 Page 2 of 6 3. Approve renewal application for Marijuana License to Peter Haines d/b/a Northern Maine Flower with a location of 540 Main Street Chairman J. Willette read background from City Manager S. Eyler cover letter (see attached) BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor M. Chasse, seconded by Deputy Chairman H. King, to approve th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Feb 4, 2026

City Council Meeting

Presque Isle City Council to hold hearing on Vacant Building Ordinance

The City Council will hold a first public hearing regarding the Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance. Members will also consider changes to the Planning Board Ordinance, Land Use and Development Code, and Planning Board Bylaws.

Public hearing on Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance
Warrants #49-#51 (2025) and #1-#2 (2026) totaling $1,693,828.67
Proposed PIDF loan to VALT Enterprises, Inc.
Scheduling of public hearings for Chapter 59A (Adult Use and Medical Marijuana) and Chapter 12 (Taxicab) ordinances
Reappointment of Sarah M. Christensen to the Rec & Parks Board

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $145,000 development loan to VALT Enterprises

The Presque Isle City Council unanimously approved several ordinance updates, consent‑agenda items and a $145,000 loan to VALT Enterprises. It also accepted a $20,000 offer for 26 Braden Street, denied a $10,000 offer for 66, 68, 74 Exchange Street, and extended the city’s lease with the FAA. All votes were 6‑0.

Approved changes to Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance (2‑public hearing scheduled) – 6‑0
Approved changes to Chapter 43 Planning Board Ordinance – 6‑0
Approved changes to Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Code – 6‑0
Approved changes to Planning Board Bylaws – 6‑0
Approved consent‑agenda items including warrants totaling $1,693,828.67 – 6‑0
Approved $145,000 Presque Isle Development Fund loan to VALT Enterprises, 5% interest, 2‑year amortization – 6‑0
Accepted $20,000 offer on 26 Braden Street – 6‑0
Denied $10,000 offer on 66, 68, 74 Exchange Street – 6‑0

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Wednesday, February 4, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle Council Chambers AGENDA PICDA Board Meeting 5:45 p.m. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Hearing 1. Public comment on Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance (first hearing) 2. Approve changes to Chapter 43 Planning Board Ordinance 3. Approve changes to Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Code 4. Approve changes to Planning Board Bylaws Citizen Comments Consent Agenda 5. Approve Minutes from December 4th, 17th, 2025 and January 7th, 2026 6. Approve 2025 Warrants #49-#51 and 2026 Warrants #1-#2 totaling $1,693,828.67 7. Reappoint Sarah M. Christensen to the Rec & Parks Board to expire 12/31/2029 Old Business New Business 8. Schedule a Public Hearing on Chapter 59A Adult Use and Medical Marijuana Businesses Ordinance 9. Schedule a Public Hearing on Chapter 12 Taxicab Ordinance 10. Approve the Presque Isle Development Fund Trustees recommendation of a PIDF loan to VALT Enterprises, Inc. Manager’s Report Announcements Executive Session Pursuant to State Statute 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A) Personnel Matters Pursuant to State Statue 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(C) Real Estate Adjournment

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from February 4, 2026 6:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, D. Cyr, C. Green, and H. Legassie. Councilor D. Plummer absent. City Manager Sonja Eyler and City Clerk K. Finnemore were also present. Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 6:01p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Public Hearing 1. Public comment on Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance (first hearing). Chairman J. Willette opened the public hearing at 6:03 p.m. No citizens commented. Chairman J. Willette closed the public hearing at 6:07 p.m. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor H. Legassie, seconded by Councilor C. Green to schedule a 2"! Public Hearing for Chapter 67 Vacant Building Ordinance for March 4", 2026 Council Meeting. Vote: 6-0 2. Approve changes to Chapter 43 Planning Board Ordinance. Chairman J. Willette opened the public hearing at 6:07 p.m. No citizens commented. Chairman J. Willette closed the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by Councilor M. Chasse to approve changes to Chapter 43 Planning Board Ordinance with changes to Section D as stated. Vote: 6-0 Page 2 of 4 3. Approve changes to Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Code. Chairman J. Willette opened the public hearing at 6:13 p.m. No citizens commented. Chairman J. Willette closed the public hearing at 6:14 p.m. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jan 7, 2026

City Council Meeting

City Council reviews adult-use marijuana license for Full Bloom Cannabis at 445 Main St.

The council will consider the application for an adult‑use and medical marijuana license submitted by Kelsey Clapp d/b/a Full Bloom Cannabis, located at 445 Main Street. The meeting also includes routine business such as re‑passing several ordinances, approving 2025 warrants totaling $1,975,623.24, and scheduling public hearings on planning and land‑use code revisions.

Application for adult‑use & medical marijuana license to Kelsey Clapp d/b/a Full Bloom Cannabis, 445 Main St.
Re‑pass ordinances due to sunset provision (City Seal, Assessors, Taxicab, Building Code, Energy Conservation, Public Assemblies, Special Amusement, Advisory Board, City Council Compensation, Nudity Displays, Emergency Management, Adult Use & Medical Marijuana Businesses)
Approve 2025 warrants #44‑#48 totaling $1,975,623.24
Approve $10,000 façade grant to Dan Peers d/b/a MFX, Inc.
Schedule public hearings for Chapter 43 Planning Board ordinance revisions and Chapter 16 Land Use and Development Code revisions

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 5:00 PM Presque Isle Council Chambers AGENDA Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance 1. Administer Oath of Office to newly elected City Councilors 2. Council Appointments  Council Chair  Deputy Council Chair  Aroostook Waste Solutions  Audit Committee (2)  Finance Committee (2) (Available to sign weekly warrants)  Presque Isle Development Fund Board of Trustees (2)  Presque Isle Downtown Revitalization Committee (May appoint up to 2)  Presque Isle Downtown TIF Advisory Committee (2) 3. 2026 Appointments: City Charter (Appointed by Council)  City Attorney (City Charter – Article 4.10): Richard Currier  City Clerk (City Charter – Article 4.10): Kimberly Finnemore  Code Enforcement Officer, Building Inspector, Housing Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Local Health Officer, Plumbing Inspector: Jason Perry & Tim St. Peter  Warden and Ward Clerk (City Charter – Article 4.10): Kimberly Finnemore & Pam Palm Boards and Committees (Appointed by Council)  Airport Advisory Board: (One Seat - Four Year Term to expire 12-31- 2029)  Aroostook Waste Solutions: (Two Seats – One Year Term to expire 12-31-26)  Board of Assessment Review: (One Seat -Three Year Term to expire 12-31-2028 and Two Alternate Vacancies-One Year Term to expire 12-31-2026)  Audit Committee:(One Seat-One Year Term to expire 12-31-2026)  Library Board of Trustees: (Two Seats – Three Yea [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Presque Isle City Council Meeting Minutes from January 7, 2026 5:00 p.m. Presque Isle City Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Present: Chairman J. Willette, Deputy Chairman H. King, Councilors M. Chasse, D. Cyr, C. Green, H. Legassie and D. Plummer. City Manager Sonja Eyler and City Clerk K. Finnemore were also present. Chairman J. Willette called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance 1, Administer Oath of Office to Newly elected City Councilors. City Clerk K. Finnemore administered the Oath’s to new Councilors Debbie Plummer and Herman Legassie. 2. Council Appointments. Council Chair. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by Councilor H. Legassie to nominate Jeffery Willette for the Council Chair 2026. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by H. Legassie to nominate Hank King for the Council Chair 2026. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by H. Legassie to nominate Mike Chasse for the Council Chair 2026. City Clerk K. Finnemore passed out papers for the Vote. Results as follows: 5 for Jeff Willette Page 2 of 10 1 for Mike Chasse 1 for Hank King Deputy Council Chair BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by H. Legassie to nominate Hank King for Deputy Council Chair 2026. BE IT RESOLVED by Councilor C. Green, seconded by H. Legassie to nominate Mike Chasse for Deputy Council Chair 2026. City Clerk K. Finnemore passed papers out for the vote. Results as follows: 4 for Hank King 3 for Mike Chasse [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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