Sagadahoc County, Maine
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
07.14.2026 Commissioners Meeting
Commissioners to vote on new hires and drug forfeiture funds
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to authorize the hiring of a Staff Accountant and a 911 Dispatcher. The body will also consider the acceptance of drug forfeiture funds and a budget transfer for wages.
- Acceptance of $1,218.00 in drug forfeiture funds
- Hire of Olivia Williams as Staff Accountant
- Hire of Elizabeth Pratt as 911 Dispatcher effective July 20th
- Transfer of $3,203 from DA Overtime to Victim/Witness Advocate Wages
- Awarding of parking lot sealant job
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Public Comments
Amendments to the Agenda
Comments from the Chair
Consent Agenda
Written department reports: Administration, Communications, EMA, Sheriff
Commissioners’ meeting minutes for June 9, 2026
Accounts payable and payroll warrants for June 2026
May financials
Department Community Impact reports
Department Reports
Sheriff Joel Merry
Administrator Jill Flaherty
Action Items
Accept drug forfeiture funds in the amount of $1,218.00
Authorize the hire of Olivia Williams to the position of Staff Accountant, start date TBD
Authorize the hire of Elizabeth Pratt to the position of 911 Dispatcher effective July 20th
Award parking lot sealant job
Review Commissioners’ table quote from the Maine Prison Store
Authorize the transfer of $3,203 from DA Overtime to Victim/Witness Advocate Wages
Discussion Items
Discuss seating for Commissioners’ table
Commissioners’ Comments
Commissioner Crosby – Coastal Counties Workforce, Midcoast Council of Governments
Commissioner August – Two Bridges Regional Jail Finance Sub-Committee
Commissioner McPhee – Maine County Commissioners Association Executive Board and Risk Pool, Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority
Executive Session – none
Adjournment
Wed Jul 1, 2026
7.1.2026 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Sagadahoc County Commissioners to discuss fleet management and IT staffing
The Commissioners will meet with Enterprise Fleet Management and discuss IT staffing. The agenda also includes a review of FEMA grant requirements and an executive session regarding real property.
- Meeting with Anthony Wu from Enterprise Fleet Management
- Discussion of FEMA grant requirements with EMA Director
- Meeting with John Buckhoff regarding IT staffing
- Executive session to discuss real property
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – 11:00 a.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Action Items
Meet with Anthony Wu from Enterprise Fleet Management
Discussion Items
Discuss FEMA grant requirements with EMA Director
Meet with John Buckhoff regarding staffing IT
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 C to discuss real property
Adjournment
Tue Jun 9, 2026
06.09.2026 Commissioners Meeting
Commissioners to vote on Deputy Sheriff's labor contract and opioid fund allocations
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will consider a collective bargaining agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association and the promotion of a Dispatch Supervisor. The body will also decide on the allocation of opioid settlement funds for FY27 and the delinquent tax payment interest rate.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement with Sagadahoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association, FOP Lodge #752
- Allocation of $117,826 for Community Navigator and $18,175 for Crisis K-9 from opioid settlement funds
- Promotion of Shaun Merrill to Dispatch Supervisor
- Adoption of 7.0% State of Maine interest rate on delinquent tax payments
- Review of bids for janitorial services and lawn care services
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRS 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRS 405 6 D to discuss labor contract negotiations
Public Comments
Amendments to the Agenda
Comments from the Chair
Consent Agenda
Written department reports: Administration, Communications, EMA, Sheriff
Commissioners’ meeting minutes for April 21, April 28, and May 12, 2026
Accounts payable and payroll warrants for May 2026
April financials
Department Community Impact reports
Department Reports
Sheriff Joel Merry
Administrator Jill Flaherty
Action Items
Authorize the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sagadahoc County Commissioners and Sagadahoc County Deputy Sheriff’s Association, Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #752
Approve the promotion of Shaun Merrill to Dispatch Supervisor effective June 9, 2026
Allocate opioid settlement funds for the FY27 expenses for the Crisis K-9 ($18,175) and Community Navigator ($117,826)
Authorize the updated job description for IT Director
Review and sign the Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Tax Assessment letter
Adopt the State of Maine interest rate 7.0% of on delinquent tax payments
Discussion Items
Discuss bids received for janitorial services
Discuss next steps for lawn care services
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Tue May 12, 2026
5.12.2026 Commissioners
Commissioners to authorize FY27 county budget
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to authorize the FY27 county budget and review budget amendments. The body will also review lawn care proposals and discuss the replacement of the Admin furnace.
- Authorization of the FY27 county budget
- Review of proposals for lawn care
- Discussion on Admin furnace replacement
- Executive session on personnel matters and labor contract negotiations
- Discussion on county involvement in the US 250th anniversary
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRS 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRS 405 6 D to discuss labor contract negotiations
Public Comments
Amendments to the Agenda
Comments from the Chair
Consent Agenda
Written department reports: Administration, Communications, EMA, Sheriff
Commissioners’ meeting minutes for March 26, 2026
Accounts payable and payroll warrants for April 2026
March financials
Department Community Impact reports
Department Reports
Sheriff Joel Merry
Administrator Jill Flaherty
Action Items
Review proposals received for lawn care
Identify amendments to the proposed FY27 budget
Authorize the FY27 county budget
Discussion Items
Discuss the replacement of the Admin furnace
Consider County involvement in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States
Commissioners’ Comments
Commissioner Crosby – Coastal Counties Workforce, Midcoast Council of Governments
Commissioner August – Two Bridges Regional Jail Finance Sub-Committee
Commissioner McPhee – Maine County Commissioners Association Executive Board and Risk Pool, Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority
Adjournment
Tue Apr 28, 2026
04.28.26 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Sagadahoc County Commissioners to hold special meeting for personnel matters
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters.
Action Items
Adjournment
Tue Apr 21, 2026
4.21.2026 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Commissioners to review FY27 budget amendments
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to review proposed budget amendments for FY27. The body will also address personnel matters in executive session and sign official agreements and certificates.
- Review of FY27 budget amendments proposed by the Budget Advisory Committee
- Signing of the Maine County Emergency Management Mutual Aid Agreement
- Signing of 2025 Spirit of America certificates
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 §405 6 A on personnel matters.
Action Items
Review recommended amendments to the FY27 budget proposed by the Budget Advisory Committee.
Sign the Maine County Emergency Management Mutual Aid Agreement.
Sign the 2025 Spirit of America certificates to be awarded at the ceremony on April 30, 2026.
Adjournment
Tue Apr 14, 2026
4.14.2026 Commissioners
Commissioners to review FY27 budget recommendations
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will review FY27 budget recommendations from the Budget Advisory Committee. The body will also consider funding processes for public agencies and debt financing for capital expenditures.
- Appointment of Jason Shaw to the Board of Assessment Review
- Hire of 911 Dispatchers Lillian Henrici and Ivianne Gonzalez
- Appointment of Jason Warlick to the Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority Board of Directors
- Discussion on debt financing for capital expenditures
- Review of FY27 budget recommendations
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Public Comments
Amendments to the Agenda
Comments from the Chair
Consent Agenda
Written department reports: Administration, Communications, EMA, Sheriff
Commissioners’ meeting minutes for March 10, 2026
Accounts payable and payroll warrants for March 2026
February 2026 financials
Department Community Impact reports
Department Reports
Sheriff Joel Merry
Administrator Jill Flaherty
Action Items
Appoint Jason Shaw to the Board of Assessment Review to fill a vacant seat, term expiring December 31, 2029
Authorize the hire of Lillian Henrici to the position of 911 Dispatcher, anticipated start date April 15, 2026
Authorize the hire of Ivianne Gonzalez to the position of 911 Dispatcher, anticipated start date May 4, 2026
Appoint Jason Warlick to the Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority Board of Directors
Discussion Items
Consider establishing a process by which public agencies can seek funding via the county budget
Discuss the possibility of seeking debt financing for capital expenditures
Set a date to continue deliberations on the tax payment schedule
Review FY27 budget recommendations from the Budget Advisory Committee
Commissioners’ Comments
Commissioner Crosby – Coastal Counties Workforce, Midcoast Council of Governments
Commissioner August – Two Bridges Regional
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Thu Mar 26, 2026
3.26.2026 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Commissioners to consider pay rate change for Deputy Sheriff's Union details
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are meeting to consider one action item. The body will discuss authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Deputy Sheriff’s Union.
- MOU with Deputy Sheriff’s Union regarding consumer-paid detail pay rate
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Thursday, March 26, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Action Items
Authorize MOU with the Deputy Sheriff’s Union amending consumer-paid detail pay rate.
Adjournment
Tue Mar 10, 2026
3.10.2026 Commissioners
Commissioners to review job descriptions and health insurance cost-sharing
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will vote on job descriptions for three administrative roles and sign the 2025 annual report. The board will also discuss changes to health insurance cost-sharing for the 2026-2027 plan year.
- Job description for Administrator/Finance Director
- Job description for Deputy Administrator/HR Director
- Job description for Staff Accountant
- 2025 annual report to municipalities
- Health insurance cost-sharing allocation for plan year 4/1/26-3/31/27
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Public Comments
Amendments to the Agenda
Comments from the Chair
Consent Agenda
Written Department Reports: Administration, Communications Director, EMA Director, Sheriff
Commissioners’ Meeting Minutes for February 10, February 17, and March 3, 2026
Accounts payable and payroll warrants for January 2026
February 2026 Financials
Department Community Impact Reports
Department Reports
Sheriff Joel Merry
Deputy Administrator Jill Flaherty
Action Items
Approve job description for Administrator/Finance Director
Approve job description for Deputy Administrator/HR Director
Approve job description for Staff Accountant
Sign 2025 annual report to municipalities
Discussion Items
Consider changing the health insurance cost-sharing allocation for plan year 4/1/26-3/31/27
Commissioners’ Comments
Commissioner Crosby – Coastal Counties Workforce, Inc., Midcoast Council of Governments
Commissioner August – Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority (and the Finance sub-committee)
Commissioner McPhee - MCCA (Maine County Commissioners Association) Executive Board and Risk Pool, Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority
Adjournment
Tue Mar 3, 2026
3.3.2026 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Sagadahoc County Commissioners to review proposed FY27 budget
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Review of proposed FY27 budget
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Discussion Items
Review proposed FY27 budget
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters
Adjournment
Tue Feb 17, 2026
2.17.2026 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Sagadahoc County Commissioners to hold special meeting for personnel matters
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters.
Action Items
Adjournment
Tue Feb 10, 2026
2.10.2026 Commissioners
Commissioners to approve safety and procurement policies
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will vote on several administrative policies and the 2026 holiday schedule. The body will also discuss cost-of-living adjustments and a position transfer for the FY27 budget draft.
- Update 2026 holidays to include Patriots Day
- Approval of Standard Response Protocols Policy, Procurement Policy, Hazard Communication Plan, Safety Manual, and Community Navigator Provisions Policy
- Discussion on absorbing the VOCA position into the District Attorney budget for FY27
- Discussion on FY27 budget cost-of-living adjustments (SSA 2.8%, CPI Northeast 3.3%, CPI U 2.7%)
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – 3:00 p.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
I. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
II. Public Comments
III. Amendments to the Agenda
IV. Comments from the Chair
V. Consent Agenda
a. Written Department Reports: Administration, Communications Director, EMA Director, Sheriff
b. Commissioners’ Meeting Minutes for January 13 and January 20, 2026
c. Accounts payable and payroll warrants for January 2026
d. January 2026 Financials
VI. Department Reports
a. Sheriff Joel Merry
b. Deputy Administrator Jill Flaherty
c. Department Community Impact Reports
VII. Action Items
a. Update 2026 holidays to include Patriots Day
b. Approve and sign the Standard Response Protocols Policy
c. Approve and sign the Procurement Policy
d. Approve and sign the Hazard Communication Plan
e. Approve and sign the Safety Manual
f. Approve and sign the Community Navigator Provisions Policy
VIII. Discussion Items
a. Consider absorbing the VOCA position into the District Attorney budget for FY27
b. Discuss the working cost-of-living adjustment to use in the FY27 budget draft (SSA is 2.8%, CPI
Northeast is 3.3%, CPI U is 2.7%)
IX. Commissioners’ Comments
a. Commissioner Crosby – Coastal Counties Workforce, Inc., Midcoast Council of Governments
b. Commissioner August – Two Bridges Regional Jail Authority (and the Finance sub-committ
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
01.20.26 SPECIAL Commissioners Meeting
Sagadahoc County Commissioners to hold special meeting for personnel matters
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are meeting for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Executive session regarding personnel matters per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A
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PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
Sagadahoc County Commissioners
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – 9:30 a.m.
Commissioners’ Meeting Room - Sagadahoc County Courthouse
752 High Street, Bath, Maine
AGENDA
Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Executive Session
Meet in Executive Session per Title 1 MRSA 405 6 A to discuss personnel matters.
Action Items
Adjournment
Tue Jan 13, 2026
1.13.2026 Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on leadership and new county hires
The Sagadahoc County Board of Commissioners will vote on the offices of Chair, Vice Chair, and committee appointments. The board will also consider hiring a Probate Clerk and two Patrol Deputies. A workshop and discussion on county tax apportionment are scheduled.
- Vote on Chair, Vice Chair, and committee appointments
- Hire of Shyann Miller as Probate Clerk
- Hire of Stephanie Makoujy and Tyson Fait as Patrol Deputies
- Request for a "Zeffy" account for EMA Director Phil Davis
- Discussion on LD 2124 regarding emergency shelter funding and real estate transfer tax
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PUBLIC MEETING
Sagadahoc County Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 - Commissioners’ Room, 1st Floor
Sagadahoc County Courthouse - 752 High Street, Bath, Maine 04530
1:00 p.m. Workshop - tax apportionment
2:30 p.m. Executive Session per Title 1, MRSA 405 6A
3:00 p.m. Monthly Board of Commissioners meeting
AGENDA Amended
I. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
II. Public Comment
III. Amendments to the Agenda
IV. Comments from the Chair
V. Consent Agenda
a. Written Department Reports: Administrator, Communications Director, EMA Director, Sheriff
b. Commissioners’ Meeting Minutes from December 9th, 2025.
c. Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrants for December 2025.
d. December 2025 Financials
VI. Department Reports
a. Sheriff Joel Merry
b. Administrator Amber Jones
c. Department Community Impact Reports
VII. Action Items
a. Commissioners vote on the offices of Chair, Vice Chair, and committee appointments.
b. EMA Director Phil Davis requests approval for a “Zeffy” account in support of Chaos’ mission.
c. Authorize the hire of Shyann Miller to the position of Probate Clerk effective January 13th, 2026.
d. Authorize the hire of Stephanie Makoujy to the position of Patrol Deputy effective January 2026.
e. Authorize the hire of Tyson Fait to the position of Patrol Deputy effective January 2026.
VIII. Discussion Items
a. Deeds Registrar, Lynn Moore, to discuss proposed legislation: LD 2124 “An Act to Support Emerge
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