Skowhegan public meetings in 2025

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will meet to approve minutes and discuss a flood hazard permit for a bus garage addition at 264 Canaan Rd. The board will also discuss requested changes to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance.

• Approval of November 4, 2025, Planning Board minutes
• Discussion on Flood Hazard Permit for MSAD 54 bus garage addition
• Discussion on Solid Waste Management Ordinance changes

The Planning Board approved the minutes of the November 4, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved the flood‑hazard permit application for MSAD 54’s bus garage addition and related work, with a unanimous vote. The board discussed proposed revisions to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance but took no formal action. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Nov 4, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Approved Flood Hazard Permit for MSAD 54 bus garage addition (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Selectboard

The Selectboard is scheduled to vote on a lease agreement with Main Street Skowhegan for a 10-year term to develop a recreational whitewater park and boardwalk on town-owned property along the Kennebec River.

• Lease of Tax Map 26 lots for Phase 1 whitewater park improvements
• Main Street Skowhegan to pay $1 per year in rent
• Town to maintain landscaping and snow removal
• Tenant responsible for construction and environmental permits
• Improvements to become town property upon lease termination

The Special Town Meeting appointed Kenneth Lexier as moderator. Voters approved the purchase of a parcel at 153 Red Bridge Road for up to $16,000. An amendment to the Police ordinance was adopted, changing how the Chief, Deputy Chief and officers are appointed. The Selectboard was authorized to lease town‑owned land along the Kennebec River for river‑front improvements.

• Kenneth Lexier appointed moderator (four written votes)
• Approved purchase of 153 Red Bridge Road parcel, max $16,000
• Adopted amendment to Police ordinance on officer appointments
• Authorized lease with Main Street Skowhegan for Kennebec River improvements
• Allowed non‑resident department heads to speak at meetings
• Meeting adjourned

Selectboard

The meeting includes a public hearing to adopt the 2025‑2026 General Assistance Ordinance Appendices A‑H and a consent agenda to approve recent meeting minutes and cemetery lot conveyances. Regular agenda items involve deciding on the renewal of an on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for Heritage House Restaurant, licensing games of chance for Madison Elks Lodge #2531, authorizing small expenditures from several women’s aid trust funds, and approving a $17,394.69 purchase of an electric motor brake and gearbox from Huber Technology. Treasurer’s warrants for FY 2026 payroll and accounts payable will also be considered.

• Public hearing to adopt 2025‑2026 General Assistance Ordinance Appendices A‑H
• Decision to renew on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for Heritage House Restaurant
• Decision to license games of chance for Madison Elks Lodge #2531
• Authorization to expend up to $410.19, $198.31, and $702.40 from women’s aid trust funds
• Approval of up to $17,394.69 for electric motor brake and gearbox replacement from Huber Technology

The board adopted the FY 2025‑2026 General Assistance Ordinance and Appendices A‑H. It approved the conveyance of three East Skowhegan Cemetery lots, renewed a liquor license for Heritage House Restaurant, and authorized a $17,394.69 water‑pollution equipment repair. The Women’s Aid Trust Fund expenditure was tabled until the next meeting.

• Agenda amendment to add executive session approved 5-0
• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 General Assistance Ordinance and Appendices A‑H approved 5-0
• Conveyance of three East Skowhegan Cemetery lots approved 5-0
• Heritage House Restaurant liquor license renewal approved 5-0
• Skowhegan Madison Elks Lodge games of chance license approved 5-0
• Women’s Aid Trust Fund interest expenditure tabled approved 4-1
• Authorize $17,394.69 water‑pollution equipment repair approved 5-0
• Treasurer’s Warrants #42‑44 (excluding Women’s Aid) approved 5-0

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The board will meet to review November 2025 financials and meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions on a KVI Lot Loan and elevator access at the Renaissance Center.

• KVI Lot Loan
• 24/7 elevator access at Renaissance Center
• Approval of November 2025 financials

The board approved the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes (with one abstention) and unanimously approved the November 2025 financials. It accepted a payment plan for the KVI lot loan, authorizing a $1,733.30 monthly payment plus the regular $1,518.22, for a total of $3,251.52, and directed a letter to Land & Furrow, Inc. The board also approved extending the Renaissance Center elevator easement to 24/7 access with cost‑sharing to be determined, with one member abstaining.

• Approved November 24, 2025 minutes (Whitney abstained)
• Approved November 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Accepted KVI lot loan payment plan; letter to Land & Furrow to be sent (unanimous)
• Extended Renaissance Center elevator easement to 24/7 with cost‑share amendment (Patric Moore abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will discuss and decide on a Flood Hazard Permit application submitted by Mark Ouellette of Stephan Blatt Architects for MSAD 54. The application covers a stair/elevator addition, mezzanine expansion, HVAC upgrades and minor electrical work at 264 Canaan Rd. The board will also consider requested changes to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance. Additional agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and public submissions.

• Flood Hazard Permit application for stair/elevator addition, mezzanine expansion, HVAC and electrical work at 264 Canaan Rd (MSAD 54 bus garage)
• Requested changes to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Discussion of a site plan/subdivision item
• Items submitted by the public

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will consider and vote on a Special Town Meeting Warrant. After that, the board will adjourn the meeting.

• Approve Special Town Meeting Warrant
• Adjourn Selectboard Meeting

The board voted to approve the Special Town Meeting Warrant concerning a posted lease agreement and an ordinance update. The motion was moved by Ethan Liberty and seconded by Kevin Nelson, passing unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting, also 4‑0.

• Approved Special Town Meeting Warrant for lease agreement and ordinance update (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will decide on a permit for the Skow-Whoville parade and family activities, authorize payments from cemetery and educational loan funds, and award $100,000 in downtown grants.

• Authorize MainStreet Skowhegan to host Skow-Whoville parade and activities
• Authorize expenditure of $19,919.73 from Cemetery Trust Fund
• Authorize expenditure of $12,000 from John & Florence Higgins Educational Loan Fund
• Award $100,000 in grants from Downtown TIF Capital Reserves
• Authorize execution of Discharge of Mortgage for Robert M. Graff and Jennifer L. Graf

The board approved a $100,000 downtown TIF grant split between a new business on Madison Avenue and the Masonic Lodge. It also authorized several other financial actions, including a $50,000 TIF allocation to the Masonic Lodge, a $50,000 TIF allocation to CSN Press, and a permit for the Skow‑Whoville parade. Additional approvals covered a codification services agreement, a Cemetery Trust Fund payment, and the town's Treasurer warrants.

• Approved $100,000 TIF grant ($50k each to Dave Witting and Masonic Lodge) (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 TIF allocation to Masonic Lodge (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 TIF allocation to CSN Press (4-1)
• Approved Skow Whoville parade permit (5-0)
• Approved $15,247 Codification Services Agreement (5-0)
• Authorized up to $19,919.73 from Cemetery Trust Fund, $18.28 to Christ the King Parish (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s warrants totaling $829,910.75 (5-0)
• Approved discharge of mortgage for Robert M. Graff and Jennifer L. Graf (5-0)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will hold a special meeting to discuss old and new business. The primary item of decision is the sale of a building at the Northgate Industrial Park involving Maine Grains.

• Decision on Maine Grains / Northgate Industrial Park building sale

The board approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. A motion to sell the Renaissance Center, Northgate building and KVI lot was rescinded. The board then approved a motion to seek requests for proposals to purchase the Northgate property, with submissions due by December 31, 2025. A motion to adjourn the meeting passed.

• Approved minutes from November 10, 2025 meeting (motion passed)
• Rescinded motion to sell Renaissance Center, Northgate building, and KVI lot
• Approved motion to seek requests for proposals for purchase of Northgate property, deadline 12/31/2025 (motion passed)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed

Assessors

At the November 14, 2025 Board of Assessors meeting, the board discussed and decided to approve a supplemental valuation of $104,800 for Cheryl Long (Map 29, Lot 149). The meeting also included approvals of several property tax abatements ranging from $2,000 to $91,800 and a discussion of the Downtown TIF. Minutes from the prior meeting were approved and signed.

• Approval of a $91,800 abatement for Joshua Long, Map 29, Lot 149-1
• Approval of a $104,800 supplemental for Cheryl Long, Map 29, Lot 149
• Approval of a $2,000 abatement for At Work, PP Acct. 752
• Approval of a $73,000 supplemental for Nalco Company, LLC
• Discussion of the Downtown TIF (old business)

The Board of Assessors approved the September 26, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0). It decided to keep the existing Downtown TIF tax commitment after discovering an $8,687,800 calculation error. The board approved a series of property tax abatements and supplements, each unanimously (3‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Sep 26, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Kept current Downtown TIF tax commitment (no vote recorded)
• Approved abatement FY26-1 for Joshua Long $91,800 (3-0)
• Approved supplemental FY26-1 for Cheryl Long $104,800 (3-0)
• Approved abatement FY26-2 for At Work $2,000 (3-0)
• Approved abatement FY26-3 for Leslie Flannery $29,900 (3-0)
• Approved supplemental FY26-2 for Nalco Company $73,000 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will vote to approve Treasurer’s warrants totaling $2,392,208.71. The board will also discuss and decide on an application for a Main Street Harvest Relay Race parade. Additional agenda items include a discussion of a special Town Meeting and review of unfinished business such as the fire station project and Hilton Bridge. An executive‑session will be held to discuss labor contracts.

• Approve Application for Parades and Processions for the Skowhegan Outdoors Harvest Relay Race on Main Street
• Approve Treasurer’s warrants totaling $2,392,208.71
• Discuss a special Town Meeting
• Review unfinished business items: fire station, Hilton Bridge, policies and ordinances, homeless shelter, transfer station, FY27 budget timeline
• Executive session to discuss labor contracts per M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(D)

The Selectboard approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting (4‑0). It also approved an application to hold the Skowhegan Outdoors Harvest Relay Race on Main Street (4‑0). The board voted to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Skowhegan General Government Union (4‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Main Street parade application for Harvest Relay Race (4-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with town employees (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will meet to approve minutes from several previous meetings. The agenda includes discussions on unfinished business, sexton items, and committee items.

• Approval of meeting minutes dating from September 26, 2024, to September 16, 2025

The Cemetery Committee approved the minutes from nine prior meetings. It voted 5‑0 to proceed with obtaining a survey quote and creating a deed and map for Lorne Cemetery. The committee also approved Jason Fitch to repair the faded sign (5‑0) and unanimously directed him to contact all members within two weeks for an update. The meeting was adjourned at 10:32 a.m.

• Approved minutes from nine prior meetings (various votes 3‑0‑3, 5‑0, etc.)
• Approved proceeding with a survey quote and deed for Lorne Cemetery (5‑0)
• Approved Jason Fitch to repair the faded sign (5‑0)
• Unanimously directed Jason Fitch to contact all committee members within two weeks
• Adjourned the meeting (5‑0)

Rec Advisory Comm

The Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a governance review draft. The meeting also includes updates from the Director and committee members.

• Governance Review/Draft

The Recreation Advisory Committee approved the amended minutes from the October 7 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. The governance review draft item was tabled until the town manager can provide clarification. No other motions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved amended minutes from 10/07/25 (7-0 vote)
• Governance review/draft item tabled pending town manager clarification
• Committee will wait for town manager to outline Governance Review before further action

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will elect officers and review financial reports. The body will decide on a building sale at Northgate Industrial Park and the release of grant and loan funds. Members will also discuss facility issues at the Renaissance Center.

• Decision on $200,000 grant release to Amber Lambke
• Decision on $75,000 drawdown against the Line of Credit RLF for Main Street Skowhegan
• Sale of building at Maine Grains / Northgate Industrial Park
• Housing Loan write-off for Client 2009-006 of $4,383.55
• Recommendation for RLF write-off for Quirion-Clark of $18,836.00

The board elected Matt DuBois as Chairman, Billy Finley as Vice‑Chairman, and Donna McGorty as Finance Officer, each by a 6‑0 vote. It approved the September and October 2025 meeting minutes and financial statements, both unanimously. The board authorized a $200,000 grant release to Amber Lambke (6‑0) and a $75,000 drawdown from the Line of Credit RLF for Main Street Skowhegan (5‑0, one abstention). The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Elected Matt DuBois as Chairman (vote 6-0)
• Elected Billy Finley as Vice‑Chairman (vote 6-0)
• Elected Donna McGorty as Finance Officer (vote 6-0)
• Approved September and October 2025 meeting minutes (vote 6-0)
• Approved September and October 2025 financial statements (vote 6-0)
• Released $200,000 grant funds to Amber Lambke (vote 6-0)
• Approved $75,000 drawdown from Line of Credit RLF for Main Street Skowhegan (vote 5-0, Patric Moore abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 5-0)

TIF Committee Agendas

The Downtown TIF Committee will meet to review and decide on funding requests. Two specific entities have submitted requests for consideration.

• Funding request from Somerset Masonic Building Association
• Funding request from CSN Press, LLC

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will confirm a quorum, approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting, welcome new member Stephen Mefferd, set goals for the commission, receive an update on Whitten Brook and discuss next steps, and review upcoming workshops and conferences.

• Approve minutes of the April 1, 2025 Conservation Commission meeting
• Welcome new member Stephen Mefferd
• Goal setting for the commission
• Whitten Brook update and next steps
• Upcoming workshops and conferences

Planning Board

The Planning Board will approve the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting and review a site plan/subdivision. It will discuss and make a decision on a Shoreland Zoning application submitted by VHB for a 150‑foot boardwalk located between 101‑127 Water Street (Lots 190, 191, 192, 192A). The agenda also includes items from the public, communications, unfinished business, and new business.

• Approve minutes of the October 7, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Review site plan / subdivision item
• Discussion and decision on Shoreland Zoning application for a 150‑ft boardwalk at 101‑127 Water Street (Lots 190‑192A)
• Items submitted by the public
• Communications and unfinished business items

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved a Shoreland Zoning application for a 150‑foot boardwalk on Water Street, funded by a HUD grant, with a unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Shoreland Zoning application for 150‑foot boardwalk (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will meet to decide on several municipal approvals, including liquor license renewals and a pipeline easement for Summit Natural Gas of Maine Inc. The board will also discuss updates to the town's brush and leaf pickup schedule and various small capital expenditures.

• Easement Agreement with Summit Natural Gas of Maine Inc. for a pipeline at Waiking Bridge
• Proposed changes to the Skowhegan Brush and Leaf Policy pickup schedule
• Expenditure up to $6,500 from Mary C. Brainard Trust Fund for resident heating fuel costs
• Expenditure not to exceed $3,500 for a permanent water meter shelter at the Community Center
• Liquor license renewal applications for Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company and ZAAP Thai Restaurant

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved the meeting minutes and a cemetery lot conveyance, then renewed on‑premises beer, wine and spirits licenses for Brickyard Hollow Brewing and ZAAP Thai Restaurant. The board also accepted a Summit Natural Gas easement, authorized tree removal and a water‑meter shelter, and approved $6,500 heating assistance and a funeral parade. Finally, five warrants totaling $3,169,282.63 were approved. No items were denied.

• Approved October 14 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Cemetery Lot Conveyance for Lawrence Lowe (5-0)
• Renewed on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for Brickyard Hollow Brewing (5-0)
• Renewed on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for ZAAP Thai Restaurant (5-0)
• Accepted Summit Natural Gas easement for pipeline beside Walking Bridge (5-0)
• Approved $4,200 tree removal at Water Pollution Control Plant (5-0)
• Approved $3,500 for permanent water meter shelter at Community Center (5-0)
• Approved five warrants totaling $3,169,282.63 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Skowhegan Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to receive comments and make a decision on a Shoreland zoning variance request. The request was submitted by Peter Currie and Jacqlyn Young for property lines between lots at 540 and 546 Whittemore Hill Road (Assessor’s Map 11, Lots 18 & 19). The Code Enforcement Officer denied the request on September 3, 2025. The board will determine whether to grant the variance.

• Shoreland zoning variance request for 540 and 546 Whittemore Hill Rd (lots 18 & 19)
• Public hearing to consider comments and decide on the variance

The board tabled approval of the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes until the next meeting. It unanimously denied the shoreland zoning variance request for lots at 540 and 546 Whittemore Hill Road. The board then adjourned the meeting at 11:04 a.m.

• Tabled approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (decision postponed)
• Denied shoreland variance request for 540 & 546 Whittemore Hill Rd. (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:04 a.m. (motion made and seconded)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will discuss appointing Town Manager Nicholas Nadeau to several director positions and appointing Mark Bourgeois to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board will also consider spending from capital reserve accounts for plumbing repairs, electrical tracking, and a retaining wall project.

• Appoint Town Manager Nicholas Nadeau as EMA Director, General Assistance Director, Tree Warden, Public Safety Commissioner, Purchasing Agent, Public Access Officer, and Agent of Overseers of the Poor
• Appoint Mark Bourgeois to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term expiring June 30, 2030
• Appoint Mark Bourgeois to the Assessment Review Committee with a term expiring June 30, 2027
• Appoint Christian Savage to the Economic Development Committee with a term expiring June 2026
• Spend up to $2,200 from WPCP Capital Reserve Account for plumbing repairs

The board approved the collective bargaining agreement with the Skowhegan Fire Union covering July 1 2025 through June 30 2028. It also rejected proposed agreements with the General Government Union and the Highway Union. Large expenditures were authorized, including $1,969,517.60 in payroll warrants and $24,199 for revised athletic‑complex change orders. Several appointments were confirmed, including Nicholas Nadeau to multiple town‑manager roles.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Skowhegan Fire Union (July 1 2025‑June 30 2028) – motion carried
• Rejected collective bargaining agreement proposal with Skowhegan General Government Union – motion carried
• Rejected collective bargaining agreement proposal with Skowhegan Highway Union – motion carried
• Approved $1,969,517.60 in payroll and payable warrants – vote 5‑0
• Approved $24,199 for revised change orders #15‑#18 for the Athletic Complex – vote 5‑0
• Approved $16,500 change order for Central Maine Septic Main Street retaining wall – vote 4‑0‑1 (abstention)
• Approved $2,200 expenditure from WPCP Capital Reserve for plumbing repairs – vote 5‑0
• Appointed Nicholas Nadeau to multiple town‑manager roles – vote 5‑0

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will elect officers, approve September financials, and decide on a $75,000 drawdown from a Line of Credit for Main Street Skowhegan. The body will also consider a housing loan write-off and elevator access at the Renaissance Center.

• Election of Officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, Finance Officer)
• Approval of September 2025 financials
• Decision to approve $75,000 Line of Credit drawdown for Main Street Skowhegan
• Housing Loan write-off of $4,383.55
• Recommendation for RLF write-off of $18,836.00

The board voted to approve a $75,000 drawdown against the revolving loan fund for Main Street Skowhegan. Several items—including approval of the September 9 minutes, the September 9 financials, the 24/7 elevator access proposal for the Renaissance Center, and two loan write‑off recommendations—were tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved $75,000 drawdown from RLF line of credit (no vote tally provided)
• Tabled approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Tabled approval of September 9, 2025 financials
• Tabled 24/7 tenant access to elevator at Renaissance Center
• Tabled housing loan write‑off for Client 2009-006 ($4,383.55)
• Tabled RLF write‑off recommendation for Quirion‑Clark ($18,836.00)

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will discuss and decide a minor site‑plan application for a 150‑foot boardwalk to be built between 101‑127 Water Street (lots 190‑192A). The proposal was submitted by VHB on behalf of Main Street Skowhegan. The meeting also includes a quorum check and a general site‑plan item.

• Minor site‑plan application for a 150‑foot boardwalk at 101‑127 Water Street (lots 190‑192A) submitted by VHB for Main Street Skowhegan

Rec Advisory Comm

The Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review a draft of governance procedures. The agenda includes reports from the director and committee members, as well as a report from the Selectmen representatives.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of governance draft
• Director items
• Committee items
• Selectmen representatives reports

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and decide a Subdivision Revision application submitted by Wilfred Brousseau for the Poulin Park Subdivision on Mary Street, proposing two duplexes. The meeting will also approve minutes from the September 2, 2025 Planning Board meeting and consider items submitted by the public. Additional agenda items include a webinar announcement, unfinished business, and new business items.

• Subdivision Revision application for Poulin Park Subdivision (two duplexes) submitted by Wilfred Brousseau
• Approval of minutes from the September 2, 2025 Planning Board meeting
• Items submitted by members of the public
• MMA Workshop/Training – Local Planning Boards & Boards of Appeal webinar announcement
• Unfinished business and new business items

The Board approved the September 2, 2025 minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved Wilfred Brousseau's subdivision revision for two duplexes on Mary Street (Lot 52B‑11) by a 5‑1 vote, with Chairman Thorpe opposing. The meeting was adjourned unanimously after discussing upcoming training requirements.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved subdivision revision for two duplexes on Mary Street (5-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to determine the Mill Rate. The board will also consider a tax abatement for a property on Waterville Road.

• Decision to set the Mill Rate
• Proposed abatement for Brent & Rachelle Nunn (Map 9, Lot 83B) in the amount of $42,300 ($764.36 in taxes)

The Board of Assessors approved the September 5 meeting minutes. They approved a $42,300 tax abatement for Brent & Rachelle Nunn. They set the Mill Rate at 14.40, with a 2‑1 vote (John Grohs opposed). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Sep 5 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $42,300 tax abatement for Brent & Rachelle Nunn (3-0)
• Set Mill Rate at 14.40 (2-1, John Grohs opposed)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Selectboard

The board will discuss and decide on multiple appointments, event permits, licensing renewals, and infrastructure projects. Key financial actions include accepting a $26,400.00 bid for Southside Cemetery reconstruction and approving the purchase of a 2026 Police Ford Interceptor for $5,2435.00 with a yearly payment of $18,887.33. Additional items are a culvert replacement on Oak Pond Rd, a special event at Coburn Park, and the adoption of consent agenda minutes and treasurer’s warrants.

• Accept bid from Elias Monuments for Southside Cemetery Reconstruction – $26,400.00
• Approve purchase of a 2026 Police Ford Interceptor from Hight Ford – $5,2435.00 (yearly payment $18,887.33)
• Accept bid from Ranger Construction Corporation for culvert replacement on Oak Pond Rd
• Appoint members to the Downtown TIF Committee
• Approve special event application for Main Street Skowhegan at Coburn Park on Sep 27, 2025

The board unanimously approved the new collective bargaining agreement with the Skowhegan Police Union covering July 2025‑June 2027. It also approved a $52,435 purchase of a 2026 Ford Police Interceptor (4‑0, one abstention) and several capital projects, including a road culvert replacement and cemetery improvements. Members were appointed to the Downtown TIF Committee and the Zoning Board of Appeals, and a Main Street special event for September 27 was authorized.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Skowhegan Police Union (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford Police Interceptor lease $52,435 (4‑0, Kevin abstained)
• Approved Oak Pond Road culvert replacement bid (5‑0)
• Approved Southside Cemetery reconstruction bid $26,400 (5‑0)
• Approved Cemetery stone repair & cleaning funds up to $6,000 (5‑0)
• Appointed members to Downtown TIF Committee (5‑0)
• Appointed Garrett Quinn to Zoning Board of Appeals (5‑0)
• Approved Main Street Skowhegan special event for Sept 27 (5‑0)

Staff Review Committee

The Skowhegan Staff Review Committee will discuss a revision to the Poulin Park Subdivision application for a four‑unit development located at 13 Mary Street (Assessor’s Map 8, Lot 52B-11). The committee will make a recommendation on the revised subdivision plan. A site‑plan item is also on the agenda, though no details are provided.

• Discussion and recommendation on revision to Poulin Park Subdivision application (4‑unit) at 13 Mary St., Lot 52B-11
• Review of a site plan (details not specified)

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will discuss and make a decision on the bids received for the Southside Cemetery reconstruction project. It will also approve the minutes from the August 19, 2025 cemetery meeting and other recent cemetery meetings. Additional discussion will cover the North Cemetery Wildes Lot and other committee items.

• Decision on bids for Southside Cemetery reconstruction
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2025 cemetery meeting
• Discussion of North Cemetery – Wildes Lot

The committee approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It accepted Elias Monuments’ sole bid of $26,400 for Southside Cemetery reconstruction, using $20,000 from the Monument Reconstruction line and $6,400 from the cemetery‑maintenance reserve. The committee authorized a letter to the Wildes family about the recently removed tree and approved up to $6,500 for the DAR to continue repairing broken stones. The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 AM.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (3‑yes, 2 abstentions)
• Tabled acceptance of previous cemetery minutes (4‑yes, 1‑no)
• Accepted Elias Monuments $26,400 reconstruction bid; funded $20,000 from monument line and $6,400 from reserve
• Approved letter/email to Wildes family about tree removal
• Approved up to $6,500 for DAR stone‑repair program
• Adjourned meeting at 9:40 AM

Selectboard

The Selectboard will decide on several environmental permits for the Skowhegan River Park and a lease renewal for a downtown electric vehicle charging station. The board will also vote on chemical purchases for water pollution control and two municipal appointments.

• Expenditure not to exceed $27,180.00 for Sodium Hypochlorite from Harcros Chemicals
• Lease renewal for ChargePoint dual port charging station: 1-year option at $3,000.00 or 5-year option at $12,600.00
• Approval of US Army Corps and MaineDEP environmental permits for Skowhegan River Park
• Appointment of Jennifer Olsen to the Downtown TIF Committee and Aaron Crocker as Local Health Officer
• Approval of Treasurer's Warrants totaling $2,198,139.15

The Selectboard unanimously approved a $27,180 purchase of sodium hypochlorite. Two members were appointed to the Downtown TIF Committee with votes of 4‑0 and 5‑0. The board accepted Ranger’s $2.096 million bid for Athletic Complex Phase II, contingent on a $3 million grant and bid clarification. Both proposals for an EV‑charging‑station lease were rejected, and the warrants totaling $2,198,139.15 were approved.

• Approved $27,180 sodium hypochlorite purchase (unanimous)
• Appointed Jennifer Olson to Downtown TIF Committee (4-0, Amber recused)
• Appointed Luke York to Downtown TIF Committee (5-0)
• Accepted Ranger’s $2.096 M Athletic Complex Phase II bid, contingent on grant (motion carried)
• Rejected one‑year $3,000 EV charging station lease (3-2)
• Rejected five‑year $12,600 EV charging station lease (3-2)
• Tabled Local Health Officer appointment (no action)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,198,139.15 (motion passed, Amber abstained)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will discuss and decide on the termination of Douglas Dynamics' lease and the new lease with Maine Grains at Northgate Industrial Park. It will also consider winter 2025‑2026 plowing quotes for Northgate. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 12, 2025, and approval of August 2025 financials. An item on the 2023 tax return is also listed.

• Termination of Douglas Dynamics' lease at Northgate Industrial Park
• New lease agreement with Maine Grains at Northgate Industrial Park
• Discussion of Northgate plowing quotes for winter 2025‑2026
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 meeting
• Approval of August 2025 financial statements

The board approved the revised lease proposal for Maine Grains, including a 5‑year term at $5.74 per square foot with specified rent deferrals. It also accepted the $14,000 winter plowing contract with Nickerson Yard Maintenance and set semi‑annual billing for payroll costs. All motions passed unanimously except the lease rate amendment, which passed 5‑0.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Allowed Bryan Belliveau to seek an offer to sell the air evacuator (unanimous)
• Approved tenant‑improvement amendments: container wheel protection, defer shipping‑bay expansion, bring KVI loan current (unanimous)
• Approved revised lease rate proposal with deferrals (5‑0)
• Decided not to change the lease late‑fee from 5% to 2% (no vote required)
• Accepted Nickerson Yard Maintenance winter plowing contract for $14,000 (unanimous)
• Approved semi‑annual billing for payroll (unanimous)

Assessors

The Skowhegan Board of Assessors will vote on three specific property tax abatements for FY 2025, which would reduce tax bills for owners at 927 Middle Rd, 14 South Factory St, and 35 Adams St. The board will also discuss the amounts to be raised by taxation for Fiscal Year 2026. Additionally, the board will hold an organizational meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Abatement for Heather Micue & Greg Depalma at 927 Middle Rd: $16,800 valuation reduction, saving $303.58 in taxes
• Abatement for George Chesley at 14 South Factory St: $19,000 valuation reduction, saving $343.33 in taxes
• Abatement for Charlene & Jerome Gunst II at 35 Adams St: $78,000 valuation reduction, saving $1,409.46 in taxes
• Discussion regarding amounts to be raised by taxation for FY 2026
• Organizational meeting to choose a Chair and Vice Chair

The Board elected John Grohs as Chair and Harvey Austin as Vice Chair. It approved the minutes from the July 25 meeting and authorized three property tax abatements for Heather Micue & Greg Depalma, George Chesley, and Charlene & Jerome Gunst II. The Board also moved forward with assessed value increases and adjourned the meeting.

• Elected John Grohs as Chair (vote 2-0-1)
• Elected Harvey Austin as Vice Chair (vote 2-0-1)
• Approved July 25 minutes (vote 3-0)
• Approved $16,800 abatement for Heather Micue & Greg Depalma (vote 3-0)
• Approved $19,000 abatement for George Chesley (vote 3-0)
• Approved $78,000 abatement for Charlene & Jerome Gunst II (vote 3-0)
• Moved forward with assessed value increases (vote 3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (vote 3-0)

Rec Advisory Comm

The Skowhegan Recreation Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting to elect a new chair and vice-chair, review a draft governance document, and discuss director and committee items. No major decisions are scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Governance Review/Draft discussion

The committee approved the August 5 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then elected Chris Wills as chair and Colin Quinn as vice chair, also by a 4‑0 vote. The board approved Plymouth Engineering to manage the EPA and NEPA reviews. Several items – restoring public comments to the agenda, filling the vacant seat, and gym‑floor protection – were tabled pending the town manager’s code‑of‑ethics review.

• Approved August 5 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Chris Wills chair and Colin Quinn vice chair (4-0)
• Approved Plymouth Engineering to handle EPA and NEPA
• Tabled public‑comments agenda item pending code of ethics review
• Tabled decision on filling vacant committee seat pending code of ethics review
• Tabled gym floor protection recommendations pending further review

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Board of Selectmen are holding a joint meeting to discuss updates to town regulations. The body will review parking requirements and several municipal ordinances.

• Site review parking requirements
• Overnight Camping Ordinance
• Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Sewerage Ordinance updates for EPA and DEP standards
• Solid Waste Ordinance enforcement and trash complaints

The joint meeting approved the August 5, 2025 Planning Board minutes by a 5‑0 vote. A subcommittee was formed to study parking requirements, with Jeff McCabe, Erin Scally, Amber Lambke, Eli Soll and Jason Finley volunteering to draft recommendations. Both boards agreed that Road Commissioner Jason Finley may change the town’s leaf‑pickup policy. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Formed parking subcommittee (volunteers Jeff McCabe, Erin Scally, Amber Lambke, Eli Soll, Jason Finley)
• Authorized Jason Finley to modify leaf‑pickup policy
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to establish goals and welcome a new member. The body will also discuss updates and next steps regarding Whitten Brook.

• Approval of April 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Goal setting
• Whitten Brook update and next steps

Selectboard

The Planning Board and Selectmen will hold a joint meeting to discuss new and updated ordinances, including parking requirements for site reviews, overnight camping, property maintenance, sewerage updates, solid waste enforcement, and abandoned buildings. Department heads will also present a leaf pickup policy.

• Site Review Parking requirements (Selectmen)
• Overnight Camping Ordinance (Planning Board)
• Property Maintenance Ordinance (Planning Board)
• Sewerage Ordinance update for EPA/DEP compliance (Planning Board)
• Solid Waste Ordinance enforcement (Planning Board)

Selectboard

The selectboard approved several contracts—including a five‑year recycling renewal with Casella, a $24,216.95 press rebuild with Uber, a $44,012 change order for on‑deck batter boxes, a $10,000 environmental assessment with Plymouth Engineering, and the treasurer’s warrants. It also voted to table the Athletic Complex Phase II project until accurate cost information is available and to put clerk‑of‑works services out to bid. A poll‑location permit for Central Maine Power and Consolidated Communications was also approved.

• Approved five‑year recycling contract renewal with Casella (unanimous)
• Approved $24,216.95 contract with Uber Technology for press rebuild (unanimous)
• Approved $44,012 change order for on‑deck batter boxes (unanimous)
• Tabled Athletic Complex Phase II project scope pending cost clarification (unanimous)
• Approved bid for clerk‑of‑works services with specifications (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 contract with Plymouth Engineering for environmental assessment (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer’s warrants as written (unanimous)
• Approved poll location permit from Central Maine Power and Consolidated Communications (unanimous)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will hold a regular meeting to decide on a new on-premises beer, wine, and spirits license for Joe’s Flat Iron Café, approve a $24,216.95 equipment rebuild contract with Huber Technology, and accept a $49,850 drainage project bid for Prescelly Drive. The board will also discuss a 5-year renewal with Casella and authorize tax-lien filings up to $6,517.

• Approve beer, wine & spirits license for Joe’s Flat Iron Café at 65 Water Street
• Renew 5-year contract with Casella (amount not specified)
• Approve $24,216.95 rebuild of 10-year step screen and wash press with Huber Technology
• Accept $49,850 bid from Central Maine Septic for Prescelly Drive drainage project
• Pre-approve up to $6,517 in tax-lien filings with the Registry of Deeds

The board voted unanimously to table the Phase II scope of the athletic complex until cost details are clarified. It also approved a five‑year recycling contract with Casella, a $24,216.95 press‑rebuild contract with Uber Technology, and a $44,012 change order for on‑deck batter boxes. Additional unanimous actions included putting clerk‑of‑works services out to bid, approving a $10,000 Plymouth Engineering environmental assessment, and approving the treasurer’s warrants and a poll‑location permit.

• Tabled Phase II athletic complex project pending cost clarification (unanimous)
• Approved five‑year recycling contract renewal with Casella (unanimous)
• Approved $24,216.95 press rebuild contract with Uber Technology (unanimous)
• Approved $44,012 change order for on‑deck batter boxes (unanimous)
• Approved bid for clerk‑of‑works services to ensure fiscal responsibility (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 Plymouth Engineering environmental assessment contract (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer’s warrants as written (unanimous)
• Approved poll location permit from Central Maine Power and Consolidated Communications (unanimous)

Cemetery Committee

The Skowhegan Cemetery Committee will meet to approve past meeting minutes and decide whether to issue a bid for reconstruction work at Southside Cemetery. Updates on Malbons Mills Cemetery and routine sexton items will also be discussed.

• Approve minutes from past cemetery meetings
• Vote on issuing bid for Southside Cemetery reconstruction
• Receive updates on Malbons Mills Cemetery

The committee approved the July 10, 2025 minutes (5‑0). It adopted Option 1 (116 stones) for this year’s Southside Cemetery reconstruction and will ask the Selectboard to bid it out (4‑1). The committee allowed Jason Fitch to remove a North Cemetery tree at no charge, with no objection. The meeting was adjourned at 10:03 AM.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Adopted Option 1 (116 stones) for Southside Cemetery reconstruction; will request Selectboard bid (4‑1)
• Authorized Jason Fitch to remove North Cemetery tree at no charge (uncontested)
• Motion to adjourn passed

Selectboard

The Selectboard has called a special town meeting to decide whether to transfer $522,312.40 from fire and public safety reserves to the recreation athletic complex reserve. Voters will also choose a moderator to preside over the meeting.

• Transfer $118,765.05 from Fire Station Building Repair Reserve
• Transfer $403,547.35 from Public Safety Building Reserve
• Total transfer: $522,312.40 to Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve
• Choose a moderator for the meeting

The Special Town Meeting elected Kenneth Lexier as moderator with four written votes. A motion allowing non‑resident department heads and out‑of‑town residents to speak was approved. Voters approved the transfer of $118,765.05 from the Fire Station Building Repair Reserve and $403,547.35 from the Public Safety Building Reserve (total $522,312.40) to the Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Kenneth Lexier elected moderator (4 written votes)
• Motion to cease further nominations passed
• Motion to allow non‑resident department heads and out‑of‑town residents to speak passed
• Transfer of $118,765.05 from Fire Station Building Repair Reserve to Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve approved
• Transfer of $403,547.35 from Public Safety Building Reserve to Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve approved
• Total $522,312.40 transferred to Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve approved
• Meeting adjourned

Budget & Finance Committee

Voters will meet to decide on the transfer of funds between reserve accounts. The meeting includes the election of a moderator to preside over the proceedings.

• Proposed transfer of $118,765.05 from Fire Station Building Repair Reserve
• Proposed transfer of $403,547.35 from Public Safety Building Reserve
• Total proposed appropriation of $522,312.40 to the Recreation Athletic Complex Reserve Account

Selectboard

The Selectboard will hold a public hearing regarding a special taste testing license for BrewFest. The board is also deciding on several capital expenditures for recreation, public safety, and waste management, as well as a drainage project on Pleasant Street.

• Public hearing for Gold Star Honeybees, LLC to hold BrewFest on August 23, 2025
• Change orders for Ballfield Compound (up to $40,186.50) and Athletic Complex (up to $61,282.00)
• Facilities plan study for Pollution Control Treatment Plant up to $42,500.00
• Authorization for police to administer civil summons and prosecute Town Ordinance violations
• Waste management expenditures including $18,995.00 for recycling building alterations

The board approved a special event license for Gold Star Honeybees to hold BrewFest on August 23, 2025, contingent on insurance and police coverage. It also approved the Over-dose Awareness Walk permit, a lease for a proposed substation, and authorized the Town Manager to sign various letters and agreements. Several change orders for the Ballfield Compound and Athletic Complex projects were approved, authorizing expenditures of up to $101,468.50. The board granted the police chief authority to issue civil summons, approved multiple capital‑reserve expenditures, and adopted the Treasurer’s warrants.

• Approved Special Taste Testing Event License for Gold Star Honeybees (BrewFest) – vote 4/0
• Approved Over-dose Awareness Walk permit for Kennebec Behavioral Health – vote 4/0
• Authorized Town Manager to sign lease agreement with Skowhegan Economic Development Corp for proposed substation – vote 4/0
• Approved KVCAP Affordable Housing TIF annual report and authorized Bryan Belliveau to submit – vote 4/0
• Approved Ballfield Compound Phase 1 change orders #8 ($19,377) and #13 ($20,809.50), total $40,186.50 – vote 4/0
• Approved Athletic Complex Phase 2 change orders #10 ($29,349), #11 ($22,306), #14 ($9,627), total $61,282 – vote 4/0
• Granted Chief Bucknam and police officers authority to issue civil summons and prosecute ordinance violations – vote 4/0
• Approved Treasurer’s warrants totaling $1,374,831.09 – vote 4/0

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will discuss and decide on several lease agreements and a lot loan. The body will also consider appointing a new member to the SEDC Board.

• Decision on Douglas Dynamics' termination of Northgate Lease and new Maine Grains lease at Northgate Industrial Park
• Decision on lease agreement for storefront space in the Renaissance Building to the Skowhegan Police Department
• Decision regarding KVI lot loan
• Recommendation of appointing Jason Gayne to SEDC Board
• Discussion of restroom upgrades in the Renaissance Building

The board approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the June‑July 2025 financial statements, each by a 5‑0 vote (one abstention on each). The board accepted the resignations of Stephen Gray and Cole Clement and rejected Jason Gayne’s application to the board, both by 6‑0 votes. The board approved the police department’s lease of the Renaissance Building storefront, removing the requirement for annual Selectboard approval, with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0, 1 abstention)
• Approved June‑July 2025 financials (5‑0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted resignations of Stephen Gray and Cole Clement (6‑0)
• Rejected Jason Gayne’s application to the SEDC Board (6‑0)
• Approved police department lease of Renaissance Building storefront, removing Selectboard condition (6‑0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and decide on the approval of a Special Town Meeting Warrant. This warrant is for a meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, at 6:00 P.M.

• Approval of Special Town Meeting Warrant for August 13, 2025

Rec Advisory Comm

The committee will meet to review reports from the Chairman, Director, and WPA Clerk of the Works. The meeting will conclude with a tour of the Community Center & Athletic Complex Project.

• Community Center & Athletic Complex Project Tour

The Recreation Advisory Committee tabled approval of the prior meeting minutes until the September 2 meeting. Members discussed ongoing field construction, grant funding, and facility repairs, but no formal approvals or rejections were recorded. The meeting was adjourned after a motion and second.

• Tabled approval of last meeting minutes (to be revisited Sep 2)
• Motion to adjourn adopted (6:32 p.m.)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider signing a final site plan for a project on the Back Road. The board is also reviewing a final draft of a Solar Ordinance and a corresponding press release.

• Final site plan for Novel Energy Solution/Egide Dostie (Back Road, Assessor’s Map 8, Lot 43)
• Final Draft Solar Ordinance and Press Release
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Scheduling and topic selection for a Joint Meeting with the Selectboard

The board voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. After discussion of agenda items, the board voted 6‑0 to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss and decide on the approval and signing of the Certificate of Recommitment. This document commits lists of assessments for estates to the Tax Collector for levy and collection.

• Decision to approve and sign the Certificate of Recommitment for uncollected estate assessments totaling $905,145.36

The Board approved the minutes from the May 23, 2025 meeting with a 2‑0‑1 vote. It then approved and signed the Certificate of Recommitment by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. All actions were recorded and signed on September 5, 2025.

• Approved May 23, 2025 minutes (vote 2‑0‑1, one abstention)
• Approved and signed Certificate of Recommitment (vote 3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 3‑0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will hold public hearings for three liquor license applications and decide on several public works equipment purchases. The board will also review parade permits and tax write-offs.

• Liquor license applications for Zaap Thai Restaurant, Skowhegan State Fair Association, and Bloomfields, Inc.
• Purchase of a medium utility equipment trailer for up to $11,000.04 from Charlie & Son Sales & Service
• Purchase of a utility trailer for up to $3,994.35 from Charlie & Son Sales & Service
• Purchase of a hay mulcher for up to $11,500.00 from Allied Equipment, LLC
• Up to $12,000.00 for emergency river bank erosion repairs on East River Road via Dirigo Engineering

The Selectboard approved Treasurer’s Warrants totaling $896,799.61 and authorized several capital expenditures, including equipment purchases and legal fees. It also approved on‑premises beer, wine and spirits licenses for Zaap Thai Restaurant, the Skowhegan State Fair Association, and Bloomfields, Inc., and granted parade permits for the Rotary Club Lobster Bake, the ATV Club trail opening, and the River Days community festival. Additionally, Matthew Dubois was appointed to the Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation committee.

• Approved Treasurer’s Warrants $896,799.61 (5‑0)
• Approved On‑Premises Beer/Wine/Spirits License for Zaap Thai Restaurant (5‑0)
• Approved On‑Premises Beer/Wine/Spirits License for Skowhegan State Fair Association (5‑0)
• Approved On‑Premises Beer/Wine/Spirits License for Bloomfields, Inc. (5‑0)
• Approved Parade Permit for Rotary Club Lobster Bake on July 25, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of medium utility trailer $11,000.04 from Charlie & Son Sales & Service (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of utility trailer $3,994.35 from Charlie & Son Sales & Service (5‑0)
• Appointed Matthew Dubois to the Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation committee (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to discuss and decide on a Shoreland Zoning Permit application for a property on North Avenue. The board will also review edits to the Utility Scale Solar Ordinance.

• Shoreland Zoning Permit application for North Avenue (Map 1, Lot 27) submitted by Harvey Austin on behalf of Linwood L. Lagasse
• Utility Scale Solar Ordinance edits

The board approved the June 17 minutes (6‑0). It approved a Shoreland Zoning Permit for Lot 27 on North Avenue with the conditions recommended by staff (6‑0). The board changed its meeting schedule to one meeting per month at 6:00 p.m., with a second meeting only for overflow (6‑0). The board agreed to add a minimum 100‑foot buffer from any dwelling to the Utility Scale Solar Facility Ordinance.

• Approved June 17 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved Shoreland Permit for Lot 27, North Avenue with conditions (6‑0)
• Changed meeting schedule to monthly at 6:00 p.m., second meeting only for overflow (6‑0)
• Agreed to add 100‑ft buffer from dwellings to solar ordinance
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also discuss and decide on a burial issue specifically concerning the Malbons Mills Cemetery.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Committee Vice Chair
• Decision on burial issue at Malbons Mills Cemetery

The Cemetery Committee elected Gene Rouse as Chair (5 yes, 1 abstention) and Melvin Burnham as Vice Chair (5 yes, 1 abstention). It approved the May 2, 2025 minutes (5 yes, 1 abstention). The committee voted to refer the burial stone discrepancy to Town Manager Nicholas Nadeau with recommendations to relocate the stones, and directed Jason Fitch to correct the stones at no cost to the Dionne family. The meeting was adjourned.

• Elected Gene Rouse as Chair (5-1 abstention)
• Elected Melvin Burnham as Vice Chair (5-1 abstention)
• Approved May 2, 2025 minutes (5-1 abstention)
• Recommended taking burial stone issue to Town Manager (6-0)
• Directed Jason Fitch to correct stones at no cost to Dionne family
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license for a local business and decide on several expenditures from the Pollution Control Capital Reserve. The board will also consider accepting a grant for an ATV club.

• Public hearing for On-Premises Beer, Wine & Spirits License for The Millers Table LLC at 42 Court Street
• Proposed expenditure up to $18,855.00 from Pollution Control Capital Reserve for a Polymer Makedown Unit
• Proposed expenditure up to $30,000 from Pollution Control Capital Reserve for CSO tank cleaning and flow regulator inspection
• Proposed acceptance of a $30,000.00 ATV Municipal Grant for the Skowhegan Area Stump Jumpers ATV Club
• Approval of Treasurer's Warrants totaling $804,002.29

The board approved an on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for The Millers Table LLC (4‑0‑1). It also approved Lake George Corporation to serve alcohol on July 13 (5‑0). Funding was authorized to replace a polymer unit ($18,855) and to waive quotes and spend $30,000 for CSO tank cleaning (5‑0). Additional approvals included a $30,000 ATV municipal grant, Treasurer’s warrants totaling $804,002.29, and entry/exit of an executive session (both 5‑0).

• Approved on‑premises liquor license for The Millers Table LLC (4‑0‑1)
• Approved Lake George Corporation alcohol permit for July 13 (5‑0)
• Expend $18,855 from Pollution Control Capital Reserve for polymer unit replacement (5‑0)
• Waived quote process and expended $30,000 for CSO tank cleaning (5‑0)
• Accepted and expended $30,000 ATV municipal grant for Skowhegan Area Stump Jumpers ATV Club (5‑0)
• Approved Treasurer’s warrants totaling $804,002.29 (5‑0)
• Entered executive session to consult attorney (5‑0)
• Exited executive session (5‑0)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The board will review the FY 26 budget and the sale of the Renaissance Building. The meeting includes discussions on past due loans and the termination of a lease for Douglas Dynamics (Fisher Plow).

• Sale of the Renaissance Building
• FY 26 Budget
• Termination of Douglas Dynamics (Fisher Plow) lease on 12/13/2025
• Review of 2022 Audit by Brantner, Thibodeau & Assoc.
• Past due Community Development and Revolving Loan Fund loans

Selectboard

The Selectboard will decide on the appointment of a Town Manager and members of the Planning Board. The body is also reviewing several capital expenditure requests for public works, police equipment, and the athletic complex.

• Awarding of Main Street retaining wall bid with a recommendation for Central Maine Septic not to exceed $117,508.00
• Appointment of Nicholas Nadeau as Town Manager
• Expenditure not to exceed $51,539.84 for electrical infrastructure at the Athletic Complex
• Awarding of Police Department duty weapon contract with a recommendation for Manchester Firing Line not to exceed $11,058.04
• Expenditure not to exceed $15,300.00 for recycling building alterations including doors and exhaust fans

The board appointed Whitney Cunliffe as Chairperson/Finance Officer and Kevin Nelson as Vice Chairperson/Deputy Finance Officer. Nicholas Nadeau was confirmed as Town Manager on an interim basis until a permanent replacement is found. The board approved several appointments, grants, and contracts, including the Planning Board members, a police evidence room sale, and multiple parade permits. It also voted to table a solid‑waste recycling building alteration project.

• Appointed Whitney Cunliffe as Chairperson/Finance Officer (3‑2)
• Appointed Kevin Nelson as Vice Chairperson/Deputy Finance Officer (3‑2)
• Appointed Nicholas Nadeau as Town Manager (5‑0)
• Appointed Michelle Kelso (full voting) and Adrian Sincyr & Erin Scally as alternates to Planning Board (4‑1)
• Accepted $3,219.17 from police evidence room sale into Police Capital Reserve (5‑0)
• Approved Old Mill Pub River Days parade permits for three dates (5‑0)
• Awarded Police Department new duty weapon to Manchester Firing Line, up to $11,058.04 (5‑0)
• Voted to table $15,300 solid‑waste recycling building alteration project (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and decide on a subdivision application for a property at Route 2 and Oak Pond Road. The board will also discuss edits to the Utility Scale Solar Ordinance.

• Decision on Oak Pond Estates 7-lot subdivision application (Route 2 and Oak Pond Road)
• Edits to Utility Scale Solar Ordinance
• Comprehensive Plan update

The Planning Board elected its Chairman, Vice‑Chairman and Secretary, each by a unanimous vote. It approved the minutes from the June 3 meeting and authorized the Oak Pond Estates 7‑lot subdivision on Route 2 and Oak Pond Road, conditional on acceptance by the Town of Canaan. All motions passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned.

• Steve Conley elected Chairman (5-0)
• Jeff McCabe elected Vice-Chairman (5-0)
• Andrew Thorpe elected Secretary (5-0)
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Oak Pond Estates subdivision, conditional on Town of Canaan acceptance (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is meeting to discuss and provide a recommendation regarding a subdivision application. The committee consists of town department heads and an SEDC member.

• Oak Pond Estates application for a 7-lot subdivision at Route 2 and Oak Pond Road (Assessor’s Map 11, Lot 35)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will discuss several capital expenditures for road and equipment repairs. The board is also deciding on liquor licensing for Pizza Hut and permits for three upcoming community events.

• Liquor license application for Pizza Hut at 318 Madison Ave
• Acceptance of $30,203.62 DEP Waste Diversion Grant for utility trailers
• Cooperative Agreement for $100,000.00 for safety improvements to State Routes 2 and 150
• Engineering services for East River Road riverbank erosion not to exceed $35,000.00
• Purchase of a sidewalk machine not to exceed $59,990.00

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved a liquor license for Pizza Hut, accepted several resignations, and appointed interim manager Nicholas Nadeau to six town positions. It also approved multiple parade permits, accepted a $30,203.62 waste‑diversion grant, awarded a zero‑turn mower contract, and authorized a $100,000 cooperative agreement for road safety improvements. Additional contracts for riverbank erosion repairs and other equipment purchases were also approved.

• Approved on‑premises malt liquor, wine & spirits license for Pizza Hut (5‑0)
• Accepted resignations of Celeste Banda, Stephen Gray, Cole Clement, Harvey Austin, Travis Bickford (5‑0)
• Appointed Nicholas Nadeau as EMA Director, General Assistance Director, Tree Warden, Public Safety Commissioner, Purchasing Agent, and Agent of Overseers of the Poor (5‑0)
• Approved parade permits for Skowhegan River Days (June 27), Moonlight Madness (July 11), and Craft Brew Festival (Aug 23) (5‑0 each)
• Accepted DEP Waste Diversion Grant of $30,203.62 for utility trailers (5‑0)
• Awarded zero‑turn mower contract to J.T.’s Finest Kind Saw Inc. up to $10,500 (5‑0)
• Approved $100,000 cooperative agreement with MSAD 54 and MaineDOT for mobility and safety improvements on State Routes 2 and 150 (5‑0)
• Approved $35,000 Dirigo Engineering contract for emergency riverbank erosion repairs on East River Road (4‑1)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to review unfinished business regarding a Utility Scale Solar Ordinance. The agenda also includes a Comprehensive Plan update and site plan or subdivision reviews.

• Utility Scale Solar Ordinance
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Site plan / subdivision review

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. The board then adjourned the meeting with a 6‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted, and the revised utility‑scale solar ordinance was discussed but not decided.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will decide on FY26 budget changes and the appropriation of $150,000 for emergency road and sidewalk repairs. The body will also review the Town Meeting Warrant for June 9-10, 2025, and consider several local business licenses.

• Proposed $850,000.00 FY26 surplus recommendation
• Revolving Loan Fund loan of $100,000.00 for Snack Shack
• Liquor license application for La Fogata, LLC at 60 Waterville Road
• Expenditure of $13,035.00 for departmental computer upgrades
• Appointment of Aaron Crocker as Code Enforcement, Addressing, Health, and Plumbing Officer

The board unanimously approved changes to the FY26 budget. It also approved an $850,000 surplus recommendation and allocated $150,000 to the Highway Department Capital Reserve for emergency repairs. The Town Meeting Warrant and Secret Ballot Election for June 9‑10, 2025 were approved, as was a permit for Holland's Variety Drug's SK/Fun Run on June 7, 2025. Additionally, up to $34.01 was authorized from the Benjamin Sawyer Prize Fund for the 2025 recipient.

• Approved FY26 budget changes (5-0)
• Approved FY26 surplus recommendation of $850,000 and $150,000 capital reserve allocation (5-0)
• Approved Town Meeting Warrant and Secret Ballot Election for June 9‑10, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Holland's Variety Drug SK/Fun Run permit for June 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM (5-0)
• Approved expenditure up to $34.01 from Benjamin Sawyer Prize Fund for 2025 recipient (vote not recorded)

Assessors

The Board of Assessors will discuss and decide on eight property tax abatements and one supplemental tax bill. The board is also scheduled to discuss the certified ratio and changes to base rates.

• Recommended abatement for Vurle Jones (905 Waterville Rd) of $51,100, totaling $923.38 in taxes
• Recommended supplement for Jaye A Farnham (Deer Run Ln) of $85,900, totaling $1,552.21 in taxes
• Recommended abatement for Peter Sala (9 Austin Ln) of $18,400, totaling $332.49 in taxes
• Recommended abatement for Richard E Parks (Burrill Hill Rd) of $28,900, totaling $522.22 in taxes
• Discussion and decision regarding certified ratio and changing base rates

The Board of Assessors approved the minutes from the December 20, 2024 meeting. It approved an abatement for Vurle Jones, a supplemental assessment for Jaye A. Farnham, and several other abatements for individual properties. The Board also approved changing the certified ratio and base rates. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from Dec. 20, 2024 (vote 2‑0)
• Approved abatement for Vurle Jones, $51,100 ($923.38 in taxes) (vote 2‑0)
• Approved supplemental assessment for Jaye A. Farnham, $85,900 ($1,552.21 in taxes) (vote 2‑0)
• Approved abatement for Peter Sala, $18,400 ($332.49 in taxes) (vote 2‑0)
• Approved abatement for Richard E. Parks, $28,900 ($522.22 in taxes) (vote 2‑0)
• Approved abatement for Anjanette McFarlin, $17,400 ($314.42 in taxes) (vote 2‑0)
• Approved change to certified ratio and base rates (vote 2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 2‑0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will meet in executive session to discuss the Town Manager position. The regular agenda includes decisions on appointing an interim Tax Collector and approving a Memorial Day Parade application.

• Executive session regarding the Town Manager position
• Appointment of an interim Tax Collector
• Parades & Processions Application for Mark Tanner's Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2025

The board unanimously authorized Paul York to contact candidates for the interim Town Manager position. They appointed Gail Pelotte as interim Tax Collector until a permanent hire is made. The board also approved Mark Tanner’s request to hold the Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

• Allowed Paul York to contact interim Town Manager candidates (4-0)
• Appointed Gail Pelotte as interim Tax Collector (4-0)
• Approved Memorial Day Parade permit for Mark Tanner, May 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a pre-application review for a subdivision revision on Falls Drive. The board is also scheduled to work on a Utility Scale Solar Facility Ordinance as part of a comprehensive plan update.

• Pre-application review for 3 additional duplexes at Falls Estates Subdivision on Falls Drive (Map 25, Lot 23)
• Discussion of Utility Scale Solar Facility Ordinance

The board approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting after a motion by Randall Franck and a second by Anjanette McFarlin. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Dan Luce, seconded by Randall Franck. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 (motion by Randall Franck, seconded by Anjanette McFarlin)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Dan Luce, seconded by Randall Franck)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting on May 13, 2025, to approve April minutes and financials. Old business includes an update on Renaissance Center rentals and a discussion on the sale of the Renaissance Building, including bathroom feedback. New business covers budget discussions, an RLF (Revolving Loan Fund) update, and an item on Meraki.

• Update on Renaissance Center rentals by Erin Scally
• Discussion of sale of Renaissance Building and bathroom feedback
• Budget discussion
• RLF (Revolving Loan Fund) update
• Meraki item

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation approved its May meeting minutes and the June‑July 2025 financials. The board accepted the resignations of Stephen Gray and Cole Clement. It voted to reject Jason Gayne’s application to the board. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 13 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved June‑July 2025 financials (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted resignations of Stephen Gray and Cole Clement (6-0)
• Rejected Jason Gayne’s application to the board (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will hold a special meeting at 5:00 PM followed by a regular meeting at 5:30 PM on May 13, 2025. The board will enter an executive session to discuss the vacant Town Manager position. Agenda items include a public hearing on a victualer license for Snack Shack, approval of warrants totaling over $1.73 million, and discussions on road repairs, police department expenditures, and the Hilton Bridge with Canaan selectmen.

• Executive session to discuss Town Manager position (M.R.S.A. Title 1 § 405 (6)(A))
• Public hearing on victualer license for Snack Shack, 100 Waterville Road
• Discussion and decision on $50,000 transfer from Winter/Purchase Sand, Salt & CP Account to Summer/Repairs, Maint/Road Maint Account for washout repairs
• Discussion with Town of Canaan selectmen regarding Hilton Bridge
• Approval of treasurer's warrants totaling $1,730,212.56

The board approved a $50,000 transfer to fund road washout repairs, a $600 police reserve expense for Camp Post Card supplies, and the forfeiture of a Glock Model 19 with $1,586 deposited into the police reserve. It also approved the agreement with the Maine Department of Transportation for over‑limit permits, a recycling shed at the town office, and the renewal of Ken’s Restaurant on‑premises beer and wine license. Treasurer’s warrants totaling $1,730,212.56 were approved with one abstention.

• Approved $50,000 transfer for road washout repairs (5/0)
• Approved $600 police reserve expense for Camp Post Card supplies (5/0)
• Accepted forfeiture of one Glock Model 19 and $1,586, depositing funds into police reserve (5/0)
• Approved agreement with Maine DOT for over‑limit construction permits (5/0)
• Approved installation of recycling shed at town office (5/0)
• Approved renewal of on‑premises beer and wine license for Ken’s Restaurant (5/0)
• Approved Treasurer’s warrants totaling $1,730,212.56 (4/0/1, one abstention)
• Approved Victim License for Snack Shack, 100 Waterville Road (4/0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard and Budget & Finance Committee hold a joint meeting to discuss and decide on the FY2026 municipal budget, including department budgets, revenues, and public funding requests. The committee also holds an organizational meeting to appoint a chairman, vice chairman, and secretary. The proposed department requests total $19,665,019.57.

• FY2026 department requests total $19,665,019.57, up from $17,685,720 in FY2025
• Police Department request of $2,908,904 (Article 4)
• Public Works budget includes $2,427,963 for summer/winter roads and vehicle maintenance
• Discussion on public requests for funding (Article 36-41, 42-47)
• Appointment of Budget & Finance Committee officers (chairman, vice chairman, secretary)

Conservation Commission

The Skowhegan Conservation Commission will approve minutes from the April 1 meeting, welcome a new member, and receive an update on Whitten Brook with discussion of next steps. No votes on ordinances or funding are scheduled.

• Welcome new member Stephen Mefferd
• Whitten Brook update and discussion of next steps
• Approval of April 1, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then consider a site development application for a 1,248-module Community Solar Garden on Back Road. They will also review pre-application submissions for a subdivision revision for two duplexes on Mary Street and a subdivision at 13 Leavitt St converting an existing home and adding new units. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and updates on the comprehensive plan.

• Public hearing on Novel Energy Solution's community solar garden (1,248 modules) on Back Road (Map 8, Lot 43)
• Discussion and decision on the Back Road solar garden site development application
• Pre-application review for Poulin Park Subdivision revision (two duplexes) on Mary Street (Map 81, Lot 52B-11)
• Pre-application review for Sackett & Brake subdivision at 13 Leavitt St (convert home to 2-unit, build duplexes and a home)
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2025

The board initially rejected the Novel Energy community solar garden application. After a motion to reconsider was approved, the board approved the application with conditions including buffering trees, dust control, limited work hours, and stormwater management improvements. The board also approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting and moved items B and C ahead of item A. The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Moved items B and C ahead of Item A (motion passed)
• Disapproved Novel Energy site development application (motion failed)
• Approved motion to reconsider the solar application (motion passed)
• Approved Novel Energy community solar garden application with conditions (buffering trees, dust control, limited work hours, tree preservation, rock‑sandwich maintenance, taller trees, water‑runoff improvements)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Cemetery Committee

The Skowhegan Cemetery Committee is holding a regular meeting on May 2, 2025. The agenda includes an update on veterans information, sexton items, and other committee business. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Update on Veterans Information
• Sexton items
• Committee items

The committee voted unanimously to collaborate with the American Legion to place wreaths on veterans’ graves and to give Jason Fitch authority to sign off on the arrangement. Gene Rouse introduced the motion, Melvin Burnham seconded it, and the vote was 5‑0. The meeting also recorded updates to veteran information, a planned newspaper notice for missing names, and a forthcoming change to the cemetery lot purchase form to list Jason Fitch as sexton.

• Approved collaboration with American Legion on wreaths and granted Jason Fitch signing authority (5‑0)

Selectboard

This emergency special meeting of the Skowhegan Selectboard consists solely of an executive session to discuss the Town Manager position, as authorized under Maine law. The board will then adjourn.

• Executive session per M.R.S.A. Title 1 § 405(6)(A) to discuss the Town Manager position

The board entered an executive session to discuss the Town Manager position and exited it at 10:01 AM. It then approved a formal offer to interim Town Manager John Bellino for a part‑time role three days a week, prorated to the current salary. All motions passed unanimously.

• Entered executive session to discuss Town Manager position (3-0)
• Exited executive session at 10:01 AM (3-0)
• Approved formal offer to interim Town Manager John Bellino, part‑time 3 days/week, prorated salary (3-0)

Rec Advisory Comm

The Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the current status of the ballfield. A special Select board meeting will follow the presentation.

• Informational presentation regarding the status of the ballfield

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard is meeting for an informational update on the status of a town ballfield. No other business or decisions are on the agenda. The meeting is solely for discussion and information.

• Informational meeting regarding status of the ballfield

The Selectboard met to receive an update on the Athletic Complex project, its financing, and upcoming work. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the meeting was purely informational. The meeting was adjourned.

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard is holding a special meeting with two executive sessions: one to discuss the Town Manager position and another for union contracts. No public action or discussion is scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss the Town Manager position (M.R.S.A. Title 1 § 405(6)(A))
• Executive session for union contracts (M.R.S.A. Title 1 § 405(6)(D))

The board entered an executive session to discuss the Town Manager position, with a unanimous vote. A motion to consider an in‑house candidate for the interim manager failed on a 2‑3 vote. The board approved contacting MMA’s interim manager to set up an interview, also unanimously. The board entered an executive session on union contracts and unanimously voted to reject the contracts until language revisions are made.

• Approved executive session on Town Manager position (unanimous)
• Motion to consider in‑house interim manager failed (2-3)
• Approved contacting MMA’s interim manager for interview (unanimous)
• Approved executive session on union contracts (unanimous)
• Approved rejecting union contracts pending revisions (unanimous)

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will meet to discuss the current status and analysis of their current approach. The body will also discuss the future coordination of work.

• Review of current status
• Analysis of current approach
• Future coordination of work

The Cemetery Committee voted unanimously to purchase a computer for Jason Fitch to access and maintain the cemetery website. They also approved contacting Boston Computer to schedule a meeting for website updates. Both motions passed with a 6-0 vote.

• Approved purchase of computer for Jason Fitch to access cemetery website (6-0)
• Approved contacting Boston Computer to schedule meeting for website updates (6-0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will hold public hearings on two liquor license applications and on four ordinance changes proposed for the June 9 annual town meeting. The board will consider transferring $436,765 from fire and public safety reserves to cover Athletic Complex cost overages, approving a $140,788 IT upgrade contract with IT4ME, and accepting a $100,000 MDOT impact fee for ADA improvements on North Avenue and Water Street. Other agenda items include parade permits, license renewals, and appointment of a Conservation Commission member.

• Transfer $118,765 from Fire Capital Reserve and $318,000 from Public Safety Building Capital Reserve to Parks and Rec Athletic Complex Designation for cost overages
• Approve $140,788 IT upgrade contract with IT4ME, funded from multiple municipal accounts
• Public hearings on repealing Victualer's License, Public Carriages, Sign, and Fire Plan Review ordinances for the June 9 annual town meeting
• Accept $100,000 MDOT impact fee and waive bid process for ADA improvements on North Avenue and Water Street linked to new MSAD #54 school
• Approve change orders for Athletic Complex electric engineering ($32,307) and baseball field irrigation system ($50,000)

The Selectboard approved the acceptance of a $100,000 impact fee from MDOT and waived the bid process for ADA improvements to North Avenue and Water Street for the new MSAD #54 school. It also approved several on‑premises liquor licenses and renewals, reallocated Coburn Park TIF funds, and authorized a pressure washer purchase. Additional actions included appointing a new Conservation Commission member and approving park‑related expenditures.

• Approved $100,000 MDOT impact fee and waived bid process for ADA improvements (5-0)
• Approved on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for Milburn Café, 147 Madison Ave (5-0)
• Approved on‑premises beer, wine & spirits license for Unwined, LLC, 151 Street (5-0)
• Approved renewal of on‑premises license for Central Maine Family Fun Bowling Center, 414 Madison Ave (5-0)
• Approved renewal of on‑premises license for Bigelow Brewing Company, 473 Bigelow Hill Rd (5-0)
• Approved $7,900 reallocation of Coburn Park TIF Grant for storm‑damaged facilities (5-0)
• Approved $6,770 expenditure for new pressure washer from Public Works Vehicle Maintenance Account (5-0)
• Appointed Stephen C. Mefferd to Conservation Commission, term through 2029 (5-0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will meet in special session to approve Treasurer's Warrant #82 for $181,133.00 in FY2025 accounts payable. The board will then enter an executive session under Maine law (Title 1 §405(6)(D)) to discuss union contracts. No other business is listed.

• Approval of Treasurer's Warrant #82 totaling $181,133.00 for accounts payable
• Executive session for union contract negotiations (M.R.S.A. Title 1 §405(6)(D))

The board approved Treasurer’s Warrant #82 for $181,133 covering FY 2025 accounts payable (vote 3‑0). They entered an executive session at 9:38 a.m. to discuss union contracts (vote 3‑0) and later voted to exit the session at 12:19 p.m. (vote 4‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Treasurer’s Warrant #82 for $181,133 (3-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss union contracts (3-0)
• Exited executive session at 12:19 p.m. (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then discuss/decide on a site development application for a new Hammond Lumber retail store and parking at 34 Pennell St. They will also review a site inventory for a 1,248-module community solar garden on Back Road and conduct a pre-application review for a 7-lot subdivision on Route 2 and Oak Pond Road. Minutes from previous meetings will be approved.

• Public hearing and decision on Hammond Lumber retail store at 34 Pennell St. (Map 25, Lot 44)
• Review of site inventory for 1,248-module Community Solar Garden on Back Road (Map 8, Lot 43)
• Pre-application review for a 7-lot subdivision on Route 2 and Oak Pond Road (Map 11, Lot 55)
• Approval of minutes from March 18 and April 1, 2025 meetings

The Board approved the minutes from the March 18 and April 1 meetings, each by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved the site development plan for Hammond Lumber’s new retail store and parking at 34 Pennell St. with a 6‑0 vote. The Board conducted a preliminary review of a community solar garden proposal and a pre‑application review of a 7‑lot subdivision, but took no final action on either. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved March 18, 2025 Planning Board minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 1, 2025 Planning Board minutes (6-0)
• Approved Hammond Lumber site plan for 34 Pennell St. retail store (6-0)
• Conducted preliminary review of Novel Energy Solution community solar garden (no decision)
• Conducted pre‑application review of Maine Highland Development 7‑lot subdivision (no decision)
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (6-0)

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will discuss and make a recommendation on a Site Plan Review application from Hammond Lumber Co. for a new retail store and parking area at 34 Pennell St. No subdivision applications are on the agenda.

• Site Plan Review by Haley Ward for Hammond Lumber Co. for a new retail store and parking at 34 Pennell St. (Map 25, Lot 44)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard is deciding to award the 2025 paving bid to Roundy's Paving for $1,381,082.50, contingent on town meeting vote, and to authorize an additional $370,000 for paving supplies. They will also discuss awarding an IT upgrade and management services contract, with bids ranging from $65,700 to $194,546. Other items include a public hearing on a victualer license for Unwined at 151 Water Street, and consideration of several ordinance amendments including a new Sign Ordinance and repeal of the Victualers License Ordinance. The board will also consider a resolution supporting the federal tax exemption for municipal bonds.

• Award 2025 paving bid to Roundy's Paving for $1,381,082.50 (contingent on town meeting vote)
• Authorize up to $370,000 from Public Works Roads & Sidewalks reserve for paving supplies
• Award IT upgrade and management services contract; bids from four vendors (lowest $65,700)
• Public hearing and decision on victualer license for Unwined at 151 Water Street
• Discussion to approve draft Sign Ordinance, Fire Plan Review Ordinance, and repeal of Public Carriages and Victualers License ordinances

The board approved the Victualer license for Unwined at 151 Water Street and awarded the 2025 paving contract to Roundy’s Paving for $1,381,082.50. It also authorized up to $370,000 for summer paving purchases, approved the KVCAP parade permit, the KVCOG grant contract, the IT upgrade contract to IT4ME, and the treasurer’s warrants totaling $479,937.55.

• Approved Victualer License for Unwined, 151 Water St (4/0)
• Awarded 2025 Paving Bid to Roundy’s Paving, $1,381,082.50 (4/0)
• Authorized expenditure up to $370,000 for summer paving projects (4/0)
• Approved KVCAP “Skowpendous” parade permit, Municipal Parking Lot, Apr 25 (4/0)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign KVCOG contract for grant writing (4/0)
• Approved draft Sign Ordinance, Fire Plan Review Ordinance, and repeal of two ordinances (4/0)
• Awarded IT Upgrade & Management Services Contract to IT4ME (4/0)
• Approved Treasurer’s warrants totaling $479,937.55 (4/0)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from three prior meetings and March 2025 financials. Members will hear an update on Renaissance Center rentals and discuss the potential sale of the Renaissance Building. A budget discussion is also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from October 8, 2024, November 19, 2024, and February 11, 2025 meetings
• Approve March 2025 financials
• Update on Renaissance Center rentals
• Discussion of sale of Renaissance Building
• Budget discussion for upcoming period

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation approved its prior meeting minutes and March 2025 financials, each by a 6-0 vote. The board accepted Erin Scally's lease for the Renaissance Center at $712 per month. It also accepted Jeff Hewett's resignation, appointed Bryan Belliveau as a director, and changed bank signatories, all passing 6-0.

• Approved October 8 2024, November 19 2024, and February 11 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 2025 financials (6-0)
• Accepted Erin Scally lease for Renaissance Center at $712/month (6-0)
• Accepted resignation of Jeff Hewett as director (6-0)
• Accepted Bryan Belliveau as director (6-0)
• Removed Matt DuBois from Bangor Savings Bank accounts and added Bill Finley as authorized signatory (6-0)
• Approved budget discussion preparation for June meeting (no vote recorded)

Cemetery Committee

The Skowhegan Cemetery Committee will meet to receive an update from Gene Rouse on discussions with Mark Bossie regarding veteran's flag information. The agenda also includes sexton and committee items, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Update from Gene Rouse on meeting with Mark Bossie about Veteran's Flag Information

The Cemetery Committee voted unanimously to send Gene Rouse and another member to meet Mark Bossie in person. Gail Pelotte will call Patricia Dickey about the veteran‑flag program. Jason Rouse was assigned to contact New Balance for a map of past flag placements.

• Approved motion for Gene Rouse and another member to meet Mark Bossie (7-0)
• Assigned Gail Pelotte to call Patricia Dickey regarding veteran‑flag program
• Assigned Jason Rouse to contact New Balance for map of past flag placements

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss old and new business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an educational event at Heritage House focused on Whitten Brook.

• Whitten Brook educational event at Heritage House

The Conservation Commission approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a site inventory for a proposed Hammond Lumber Company retail store and parking lot at 34 Pennell St. They are also scheduled to approve the final draft of the Sign Ordinance and review the Utility Scale Solar Energy Facility Ordinance. The meeting will begin with approval of the March 18, 2025, minutes.

• Review of Site Inventory and Analysis for Hammond Lumber Company retail store at 34 Pennell St. (Map 25, Lot 44)
• Approval of final draft of Sign Ordinance
• Review of Utility Scale Solar Energy Facility Ordinance

The Planning Board approved the final draft of the Sign Ordinance (6‑0) and voted to recommend that the Selectboard place a motion on the Town Warrant to stop fluoride treatment in the municipal water supply (5‑2). The Board continued discussion of the Utility‑Scale Solar Energy Facility Ordinance with no decision made. The meeting was adjourned (6‑0).

• Approved final draft of Sign Ordinance to forward to Selectboard (6-0)
• Recommended to Selectboard to stop fluoride treatment in town water and place on Town Warrant (5-2)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (6-0)

Rec Advisory Comm

This is a routine meeting of the Skowhegan Recreation Advisory Committee. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, reports from the chair and director, and a report from the WPA Clerk of the Works. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of February 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Chairman report
• Director report
• WPA Clerk of the Works report
• Scheduling of next meeting

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will meet to discuss and decide on information regarding the placement of flags for Veteran’s burials. The meeting also includes time for sexton and committee items.

• Decision on Veteran’s burial flag placement

The Cemetery Committee approved a motion to have Melvin Burnham speak directly with Mark about veteran flag placement, passing 6-0-1 with Gene Rouse abstaining. The committee also approved a motion to hold a meeting the following week, passing 7-0. No other items were acted upon.

• Approved motion to speak with Mark about veteran flag placement (6-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved motion to schedule next committee meeting next week (7-0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard scheduled the annual Town Meeting and approved a Naming Policy. The board also selected a Spirit of America award recipient and designated dedications for the Town Report.

• Town Meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025
• Approval of Treasurer’s Warrants totaling $1,184,504.85
• Approval of the Naming Policy
• Nomination of Gene and Amy Rouse for the Spirit of America Award
• Item for $18,950 AV system installation removed from agenda

The board approved $1,305,322.04 in payroll and accounts‑payable warrants, awarded a $45,000 landscaping contract, and adopted traffic‑ordinance amendments for Cardinal and Heselton Streets. It also approved a Victualer license for Milburn Café, funded ADA‑compliant trail features, entered a memorandum of understanding for Philbrick Trail design work, authorized a $1,050 solid‑waste expense, and authorized the Town Manager to send a termination notice to Lily Farm, LLC.

• Approved Treasurer’s Warrants totaling $1,305,322.04 (5‑0)
• Awarded Landscaping Services contract to York’s Landscaping, $45,000 (3‑1‑1)
• Adopted amendments to the Traffic Ordinance for Cardinal and Heselton Streets (5‑0)
• Approved Victualer License for Milburn Café, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved Onion Foundation grant funding for ADA‑accessible DB Trail features (5‑0)
• Entered Memorandum of Understanding with Main Street Skowhegan for Philbrick Trail design (5‑0)
• Authorized $1,050 expenditure from Solid Waste Reserve for backhoe hauling (5‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to send Notice of Termination to Lily Farm, LLC (5‑0)

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will approve minutes from March 4 and hold a Comprehensive Plan Workshop. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Comprehensive Plan Workshop (public input session)

The Skowhegan Planning Board approved proposed edits to the comprehensive plan and voted to forward the document to the Selectboard for review. The board also approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved February 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan edits and forwarded to Selectboard (5-0)

Selectboard

The Selectboard will hold a public hearing regarding an innkeeper license for Kasa Living, Inc. Members will also decide on several expenditure requests and a contract for the Municipal Building Stair Shoring Project.

• Innkeeper License application for Kasa Living, Inc. at 5-7 Island Ave
• Bids for Municipal Building Stair Shoring Project: HE Callahan Construction Co. ($156,000.00) and Nickerson General Contracting ($219,717.24)
• Proposed $131,068.00 from Recreation Department Reserve Account for Community Center bleachers
• Application for The Biergarten, LLC to hold weekly BEANO/BINGO games at 7 Island Ave
• Pole location permit for Central Maine Power Company and Consolidated Communications on Center Street

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved a Victualers Application and an On-Premises Malt Liquor, Wine & Spirits License for The Biergarten, LLC at 7 Island Ave, with a 3-0-1 vote (Amber Lambke abstained). They also approved an Innkeeper License for Kasa Living, Inc. at 5-7 Island Ave, and a BEANO/BINGO application for The Biergarten. Other actions included awarding a $156,000 stair shoring project to H.E. Callahan Construction, approving a $131,068 bleacher purchase, and scheduling the Town Meeting for June 9, 2025.

• Approved Victualers and liquor license for The Biergarten, LLC (3-0-1)
• Approved Innkeeper License for Kasa Living, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved BEANO/BINGO application for The Biergarten (3-0-1)
• Approved pole location permit for CMP and Consolidated Communications (4-0)
• Approved $1,100 Conservation Commission expenditure for Whitten Brook event (4-0)
• Approved $131,068 bleacher purchase for Community Center, waiving bid process (4-0)
• Awarded Municipal Building Stair Shoring Project to H.E. Callahan Construction for $156,000 (3-1)
• Scheduled Town Meeting for June 9, 2025 (4-0)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will approve minutes from three prior meetings (October 2024, November 2024, and February 2025) and the February 2025 financials. The board will then receive an update on Renaissance Center rentals. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from October 8, 2024, November 19, 2024, and February 11, 2025 meetings
• Approve February 2025 financials
• Update on Renaissance Center rentals

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will discuss and decide on a Flood Hazard Permit application for property at 275 Canaan Rd. (Assessor's Map 5, Lot 96-5), submitted by Frederick and Lisa Marshal and Ricky & Wendy Turner. The board will also approve minutes from the February 18 meeting and receive updates on the comprehensive plan.

• Flood Hazard Permit application for 275 Canaan Rd. by Frederick and Lisa Marshal and Ricky & Wendy Turner
• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2025 Planning Board meeting

The Skowhegan Planning Board approved a Flood Hazard Permit for Frederick and Lisa Marshall and Ricky and Wendy Turner to stabilize an eroded riverbank at 275 Canaan Rd. The board also approved the February 18 meeting minutes. A Shoreland Zone Permit item was removed from the agenda because it had already been approved by the code enforcement officer.

• Approved Flood Hazard Permit for riverbank stabilization at 275 Canaan Rd. (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 Planning Board meeting (4-0)
• Removed Shoreland Zone Permit item from agenda (already approved by CEO)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will accept a resignation, elect a vice-chair, and discuss/decide on menu options from Heritage House for the Whitten Brook Event on April 9, 2025. Old business includes planning an educational event, creating a news flash, and drafting a web page description of the commission. The meeting is largely administrative with a concrete decision on event catering.

• Accept resignation of Barry Sites
• Election of Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion and decision on menu options from Heritage House for Whitten Brook Event on April 9, 2025
• Plans for an educational event in April 2025
• Creation of a News Flash and web page description for the Conservation Commission

Selectboard

The Selectboard will discuss and decide on awarding the CSO Phase 3.6.2 construction contract to Ranger Construction Corp. for $825,000, authorizing the road commissioner to seek bids for the 2025 paving season, and approving an on-premises liquor license renewal for the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Also up for decision: up to $6,500 in heating fuel assistance from the Mary C. Brainard Trust Fund, and awarding a three-year cemetery sexton contract to J&L Tree Service for $100,366 per year. The board will also discuss remote participation rules, a draft naming policy, and committee structure improvements.

• Award $825,000 CSO Phase 3.6.2 bid to Ranger Construction Corp.
• Authorize up to $6,500 in heating fuel aid from Mary C. Brainard Trust Fund (Feb–Apr 2025)
• Award $100,366/yr cemetery sexton contract to J&L Tree Service (3-year)
• Renew on-premises liquor license for Fraternal Order of Eagles at 164 Water Street
• Authorize road commissioner to go out to bid for 2025 paving season

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved several contracts and licenses, including awarding the CSO Phase 3.6.2 bid to Ranger Construction Corp. for $825,000, funded from the CSO III Bond. The board also approved the 2025 paving bid process, a cemetery sexton contract, a liquor license renewal, and $6,500 in heating fuel assistance. Two items—the Spirit of America award recipient and Town Report dedication—were tabled until March.

• Awarded CSO Phase 3.6.2 bid to Ranger Construction Corp. for $825,000 (5-0)
• Approved renewal of on-premises liquor license for Fraternal Order of Eagles (5-0)
• Allowed Road Commissioner to go out to bid for 2025 paving season (5-0)
• Awarded Cemetery Sexton bid to J&L Tree Service for $100,366/year (5-0)
• Approved $6,500 from Mary C. Brainard Trust Fund for heating fuel assistance (5-0)
• Set June 10, 2025 as town election date (5-0)
• Appointed Amber Lambke as Vice Chair/Deputy Finance Officer (4-0-1)
• Approved Treasurer's Warrants totaling $1,255,560.32 (4-1)

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will hold a public hearing at 6:00 PM on a site plan application by Redington-Fairview General Hospital for a new Medical Office Building addition at 46 Fairview Ave and Jones Street, including a parking lot expansion. After the hearing, the board will discuss and decide on the application. The regular meeting also includes approving minutes from the February 4 meeting and other routine items.

• Public hearing on site plan application by Redington-Fairview General Hospital for property at 46 Fairview Ave and Jones Street (Map 23, Lot 126; Map 20, Lots 27-29)
• Proposed new Medical Office Building as addition to main hospital structure
• Proposed parking lot expansion on Jones Street
• Discussion and decision on the site plan application
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2025 Planning Board meeting

The Skowhegan Planning Board approved a site plan application from Redington-Fairview General Hospital for a new medical office building addition and parking lot expansion at 46 Fairview Ave and Jones Street. The vote was 6-0. The board also approved the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting and received an update on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved Redington-Fairview General Hospital site plan for medical office building and parking expansion (6-0)
• Approved February 4, 2025 Planning Board meeting minutes (6-0)

Cemetery Committee

The Skowhegan Cemetery Committee will open bids for the Cemetery Sexton position and discuss the FY 2026 budget. The committee will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and other committee items.

• Bid opening for Cemetery Sexton position
• Discussion of FY 2026 budget
• Approval of minutes from previous meetings
• Other committee items

The Skowhegan Cemetery Committee opened bids and awarded a three-year sexton contract to Jason Fitch for $100,366, with a motion to include 'meet expectations' wording in the contract. The committee also approved multiple FY 2026 budget requests, including $40,000 for monument reconstruction and $30,000 for capital reserves. Additionally, they voted to contact a lawyer regarding North Cemetery boundary lines and to forego grub treatment.

• Awarded 3-year sexton contract to Jason Fitch for $100,366 (6-0)
• Requested $600 for electricity in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $1,200 for water in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $2,400 for website maintenance in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $1,200 for Catholic Church in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $2,000 for tree cutting in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $3,000 for repair & maintenance in FY 2026 budget (6-0)
• Requested $40,000 for cemetery monument reconstruction in FY 2026 budget (6-0)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will discuss and decide on several expenditure items, including nearly $10,000 from solid waste and public safety reserve accounts, and the award of a $244,123 tandem-axle truck to Freightliner of Maine. The board will also consider approval of an on-premises liquor license renewal for Southside Tavern and a special alcohol permit for Lake George Corporation during Somerset Snowfest. Consent agenda items include approving meeting minutes and accepting a resignation.

• Approve renewal of on-premises liquor license for Barticus, Inc. dba Southside Tavern at 1 Waterville Road
• Approve Lake George Corporation to serve alcohol at Lake George Regional Park on Feb 15 for Somerset Snowfest
• Authorize $3,257.97 from Solid Waste Reserve for JCB backhoe repairs
• Authorize $7,000 from Public Safety Building Capital Reserve for a Skowhegan Fire Department sign and hose drying rack
• Award $244,123.00 tandem-axle truck with plow gear to Freightliner of Maine from Public Works Capital Reserve

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved several routine items, including a $244,123 award for a 2026 Western Star truck with plow gear, liquor license renewals for Southside Tavern and Lake George Corporation, and multiple reserve fund expenditures. The board also voted to bring a change to the Public Carriage Ordinance to town meeting, approved the VPI Draft Report, and made committee changes including disbanding several committees. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the treasurer's warrant.

• Approved $244,123 award to Freightliner of Maine for 2026 Western Star truck (4-0)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Southside Tavern (4-0)
• Approved alcohol permit for Lake George Corporation at Somerset Snowfest (4-0)
• Approved VPI Draft Report as written (4-0)
• Approved $3,257.97 for JCB backhoe repairs from Solid Waste Reserve (4-0)
• Approved $7,000 for fire department sign and hose rack from Public Safety Building Capital Reserve (4-0)
• Approved motion to bring Public Carriage Ordinance change to town meeting (4-0)
• Approved treasurer's warrants totaling $937,280.44 (3-0, Govoni abstained)

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard has called a special secret-ballot election on February 11, 2025, to fill one Selectperson seat for a term expiring June 2026. Voters will also choose a moderator for the meeting. The agenda contains only procedural election items.

• Secret ballot election to choose one Selectperson (term expiring June 2026)
• Election of a moderator (Article 1)

Skowhegan Economic Development Corp.

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will review January 2025 financials and consider a land offer for Lot 2 in Southgate. The body will also discuss rental and maintenance proposals for the Renaissance Center and Nickerson Yard.

• Decision on land offer for Lot 2 in Southgate
• Wood and Water Yoga rental proposal for Renaissance Center
• The Community Workbench proposal for Renaissance Center
• Nickerson Yard Maintenance-Mowing Proposal for 2025-2027
• Updated SEDC By-Laws

The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation approved January 2025 financials, accepted Jeff Hewett's resignation and Bryan Belliveau's appointment as Director, and updated bylaws to allow remote participation. A land sale at Southgate fell through, and two rental proposals were tabled pending applications.

• Approved January 2025 financials (6-0)
• Accepted Jeff Hewett's resignation as Director effective Nov 26, 2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Bryan Belliveau as Director effective Jan 14, 2025 (6-0)
• Removed Jeff Hewett from and added Bryan Belliveau to SEDC bank accounts (6-0)
• Approved bylaw change allowing video/teleconferencing for quorum (6-0)
• Tabled Renaissance Center rental proposals for Wood and Water Yoga and The Community Workbench pending applications

Staff Review Committee

The Skowhegan Staff Review Committee will review and make a recommendation on a site plan application from Redington-Fairview General Hospital. The proposal includes a new medical office building attached to the main hospital and a parking lot expansion on Jones Street. No subdivision applications are on the agenda.

• Site plan review for new medical office building at 46 Fairview Ave and Jones Street (Map 23, Lot 126; Map 20, Lots 27-29)
• Proposed parking lot expansion on Jones Street

Selectboard

This special selectboard meeting consists solely of an executive session to discuss a personnel matter, as permitted under Maine law. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session under M.R.S.A. Title 1 § 405(6)(A) for a personnel matter

The Skowhegan Selectboard met in a special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter under state law. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the board exited executive session and adjourned.

• Entered executive session for personnel matter (3-0)
• Exited executive session (3-0)

Planning Board

The Skowhegan Planning Board will hold a public hearing and then discuss and decide on a subdivision application for a 36-lot mobile home park with 6 RV lots at 201 Waterville Rd. The board will also review a pre-application for a four-unit dwelling at 20 Turner Ave and discuss updates to the Sign Ordinance and a proposal to repeal the Victualer's Ordinance.

• Public hearing and decision on A & L Properties' 36-lot mobile home park and 6 RV lots at 201 Waterville Rd.
• Pre-application review for Joseph Bard / Django, LLC for a four-unit dwelling at 20 Turner Ave.
• Discussion on updated Sign Ordinance.
• Discussion and possible decision to repeal the Victualer's Ordinance.
• Comprehensive Plan update with public participation presentation.

The Skowhegan Planning Board approved a subdivision application by A & L Properties for a 36-unit mobile home park with six RV sites at 201 Waterville Rd, subject to staff recommendations including a dry hydrant. The board also repealed the Victualer's License Ordinance and discussed updates to the Sign Ordinance. A pre-application review for a four-unit dwelling at 20 Turner Ave was postponed because the applicant was absent.

• Approved A & L Properties subdivision for 36-unit mobile home park at 201 Waterville Rd (5-0)
• Repealed Victualer's License Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Took Comprehensive Plan update out of order (6-0)
• Discussed Sign Ordinance changes including 50 sq ft permit threshold, 600 NIT brightness limit, 5-second message duration

Rec Advisory Comm

The Skowhegan Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting for routine business including approval of previous minutes, reports from the Chair, Director, and WPA Clerk of the Works, and future agenda items. No specific decisions or notable items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 7, 2025
• Chairman's report
• Director's report
• WPA Clerk of the Works report

The Skowhegan Recreation Advisory Committee met on February 4, 2025, and approved the minutes from the January 6 meeting. Members discussed the possibility of relocating the ice rink to the fairgrounds, with concerns raised about costs and the fairgrounds committee's willingness. They also discussed the impact of federal funding freezes on upcoming projects, with a note that details would be finalized on the 10th. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (all in favor)

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee will hold a discussion and potentially make a recommendation on a subdivision review application submitted by A & L Properties, Inc. for property located at 201 Waterville Rd. (Map 9, Lot 77). No site plan applications are on the agenda.

• Discussion and recommendation on Subdivision Review for A & L Properties, Inc. at 201 Waterville Rd. (Map 9, Lot 77)

Selectboard

The Selectboard is holding a special workshop to discuss municipal operations and planning. The session includes reviews of waste disposal, bidding processes, and the downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district.

• Solid waste disposal options with Cynthia Kirk
• Bids vs quotes discussion with Jason Finley
• Review of Committees
• Downtown TIF review

The Skowhegan Selectboard held a workshop on January 31, 2025, to discuss four topics: solid waste disposal options, the bid vs. quote process, a review of town committees, and the downtown TIF. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational and discussion-only. The board considered potential changes like shifting commercial trash costs to businesses, updating bid specifications, and possibly disbanding or merging certain committees.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during workshop
• Discussed rising solid waste costs and potential shift of commercial trash fees to businesses
• Reviewed bid process and considered updating bid specifications to increase vendor competition
• Reviewed town committees, considering disbanding or merging some, e.g., facade committee
• Discussed downtown TIF and public perception, with no action taken

Selectboard

The Selectboard will discuss several license renewals, a recycling contract with the Town of Solon, and the naming of the Community Center Football Field. The board will also review a proposal for phases 2 and 3 of the ballfield project and consider $1,311,206.08 in treasurer's warrants.

• Approval of $1,311,206.08 in Treasurer’s Warrants
• Renewal of liquor license for Mei Lee Garden at 381 Madison Ave
• Expenditure up to $20,000 from Rec Department Reserve for engineer services
• Recycling contract between the Town of Skowhegan and the Town of Solon
• Membership dues of $1,301.55 for the Maine Service Centers Coalition

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved several routine items, including liquor licenses for Mei Lee Garden and Main Street Skowhegan, a recycling contract with Solon, a $500 police donation, and a $60,000 payment for ballfield engineering. A proposal to name the football field after Al Wilson was denied, and the land & furrow project was tabled. The board also entered executive session for a personnel matter.

• Approved liquor license renewal for Mei Lee Garden (4-0)
• Approved alcohol license for Main Street Skowhegan at Skijor event (4-0)
• Approved posting for Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent (4-0)
• Approved recycling contract with Town of Solon (4-0)
• Approved $500 police donation from Shivalay LLC (4-0)
• Denied naming football field after Al Wilson (1-3)
• Approved $60,000 for Wentworth Partners ballfield phase one (3-0)
• Tabled land & furrow project

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a pre-application review for a subdivision and decide on a flood hazard application for a new residence. Members will also review an updated sign ordinance and discuss the comprehensive plan update.

• Pre-application review for subdivision at 201 Waterville Rd. (A & L Properties, Inc)
• Flood Hazard Development Application for new residence at 49 Alder Street
• Review of updated Sign Ordinance
• Comprehensive Plan update regarding existing growth areas

The board approved a Flood Hazard Development Permit for a new residence at 49 Alder Street (6-0). A pre-application for a subdivision at 201 Waterville Rd was reviewed but not decided; a public hearing is planned. The board also discussed an updated Sign Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan update, but no votes were taken on those items.

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will discuss and finalize wording for the Cemetery Sexton bid document and set a date for a meeting to work on the FY26 budget. The agenda also includes other items and reports from the sexton and committee members.

• Discussion and wording of the Cemetery Sexton bid document
• Setting date for a meeting to work on the FY26 budget

The committee voted 5-0 to schedule a budget work session for February 13, 2025. They also discussed the wording of the Cemetery Sexton bid document, with a bid opening set for February 18 and Selectboard approval on February 25. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Set FY26 budget work session for Feb. 13, 2025 (5-0)
• Scheduled Sexton contract bid opening for Feb. 18, 2025
• Scheduled Selectboard approval of Sexton contract for Feb. 25, 2025

Selectboard

The Skowhegan Selectboard will vote on appointing Bryan Belliveau as Economic Development Director, renew the liquor license for The Old Mill Pub, and authorize several expenditures including up to $20,000 for demolition at 33 Butler Street and $20,000 for engineer services at the athletic complex. They will also approve the secret ballot election warrant for a February 11, 2025 election.

• Appointment of Bryan Belliveau as Economic Development Director
• Renewal of on-premises liquor license for The Dore Group LLC d/b/a The Old Mill Pub at 39 Water Street
• Expenditure up to $8,500 from Pollution Control Capital Reserve for an alarm notification dialer
• Expenditure up to $20,000 for demolition and cleanup of 33 Butler Street
• Approval of the Secret Ballot Election Warrant for February 11, 2025

The Skowhegan Selectboard approved the renewal of an on-premises liquor license for The Old Mill Pub, appointed Bryan Belliveau as Economic Development Director, and authorized several expenditures including up to $20,000 for demolition of 33 Butler Street and up to $10,000 for cleanup of 13 Harding Street. All votes were 3-0 except the Treasurer's Warrant, which passed 4-0. The board also approved the consent agenda, including resignations and a cemetery deed.

• Approved consent agenda including resignations and cemetery deed (3-0)
• Approved liquor license renewal for The Old Mill Pub (3-0)
• Approved Bryan Belliveau as Economic Development Director (3-0)
• Approved posting of Code Enforcement position (3-0)
• Approved RFP for Opera House stairway repair (3-0)
• Approved up to $8,500 for alarm dialer from Pollution Control Reserve (3-0)
• Awarded 2013 Chevrolet Silverado sale to Kris Laney for $5,653 (3-0)
• Approved up to $20,000 for demolition of 33 Butler Street and up to $10,000 for cleanup of 13 Harding Street (3-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a site inventory and analysis for a proposed 24,000 sq. ft. medical office building and parking lot expansion by Redington-Fairview General Hospital. They will also discuss a site visit and continue a major site plan review for a small solar installation at 240 Waterville Rd. Additionally, the board will review and approve edits to the Comprehensive Plan chapters on transportation, economy, housing, and recreation.

• Site Inventory Analysis for Redington-Fairview General Hospital medical office building and parking lot expansion at Fairview Ave and Jones St
• Discussion and decision on site visit date for hospital project
• Major Site Plan Review for installation of under 0.1 MW solar system at 240 Waterville Rd (continued from Nov 17)
• Review and approve edits to Comprehensive Plan chapters: Transportation, Economy, Housing, Recreation
• Approve edits to public participation slideshow

The Skowhegan Planning Board approved a major site plan review for a solar system installation at 240 Waterville Rd., with conditions including moving two trackers, planting buffer trees, and adjusting concrete pedestals. The board also approved edits to the housing chapter of the comprehensive plan with a footnote requirement, and reviewed a hospital expansion site inventory.

• Approved solar site plan at 240 Waterville Rd. with conditions (4-2)
• Approved housing chapter edits with footnote requirement (6-0)
• Approved December 17, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Reviewed site inventory for hospital medical office building expansion

Rec Advisory Comm

The Skowhegan Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, hold an executive session under MRS 405(6)(A) for a personal matter, and receive reports from the chair, director, and WPA Clerk of the Works. No votes on budgets, contracts, or policy changes are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session under MRS 405(6)(A) for a personal matter
• Approval of December 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Chairman's report and director's report
• WPA Clerk of the Works report
• Public comment period and new business

The committee discussed and expressed support for naming the football field after Al Wilson, though no formal vote was recorded. The WPA Clerk of the Works reported progress on master planning and budgeting, with a goal to put the multipurpose field out to bid by February. No other substantive decisions were made; most agenda items were tabled.

• Supported naming football field after Al Wilson (discussion only)
• Approved minutes from 12/3/24 with 2 abstentions
• Held executive session for personnel matter
• Tabled committee member items, public items, and new business

Heritage Council

The Skowhegan Heritage Council will hold its first regular meeting after the annual Town Meeting to organize by electing a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. The council will also discuss meeting dates and times and prioritize its work list for the coming year.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Approval of December 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of meeting dates and times
• Review and prioritization of work list