Budget & taxes in Maine local government
What Maine city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
967 Maine meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Maine with the most budget & taxes activity
- Portland, ME (165)
- Biddeford, ME (140)
- Bangor, ME (97)
- Waldo County, ME (64)
- Brunswick, ME (54)
- Cumberland County, ME (45)
- Skowhegan, ME (39)
- Sanford, ME (32)
- Auburn, ME (31)
- Rockland, ME (31)
- Mount Desert, ME (30)
- Winthrop, ME (30)
Latest matching meetings
Citizens' Advisory Committee to discuss FY26 budget and survey results
The committee will review the results of the FY26 Citizen Survey and the FY26 Annual Action Plan Budget. Members will also discuss tree planting for the Community Center Playground.
Discussion of the 2026-2027 budget for the Economic Development Corp.
The Skowhegan Economic Development Corporation will approve minutes from its May 12, 2026 meeting and approve its May and June 2026 financial statements. Members will discuss the corporation’s 2026‑2027 budget and receive an update on the Northgate renovation. New business includes items on Southgate and new member…
Board to reconsider tax abatement denials for two Naples properties
The Board of Assessment Review will consider two requests to reconsider its June 16, 2026 decisions denying property tax abatement appeals by Dr. Joseph Chisari for properties at 41 and 45 Mayberry Landing in Naples. The board will also approve the minutes from its June 16 meeting.
Biddeford City Council to consider liquor license and FY26 carry over request
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a liquor license for Hakuna Matata. Members will also review a finance request for FY26 carry over funds and a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Old Orchard Beach regarding General Assistance vacation coverage.
Board to vote on opioid settlement spending and sheriff contracts
The Board of Commissioners will vote on using opioid settlement funds for a public health pilot and approve multiple law enforcement service agreements with towns and school districts. The meeting also includes a vote to enter executive session regarding a real estate transaction.
Selectboard to consider $32,000 fire gear purchase and $9,200 truck repair funding
The board will approve minutes from the July 6 meeting and transition Nancy Parsons to full‑time status. It will confirm Colton Devoe as a full‑time patrol officer and review the unfinished contract with Clarke Construction for a stormwater catch basin. New business includes waiving the rental fee for the Seal Harbor…
City Council to approve $933,000 sewer crossing contract under I‑95
The Finance Committee will consider award recommendations for two engineering projects: the Penjajawoc Sewer I‑95 crossing contract for $933,000 and the Odlin Road Sidewalk project with a municipal share of $154,387.50. The committee will also review a request to waive competitive bidding for a Water Quality…
Finance Committee to award sewer and sidewalk construction contracts
The Finance Committee is set to authorize construction contracts for the Penjajawoc Sewer I-95 Crossing and the Odlin Road Sidewalk Project. The committee will also consider a request to waive the bid process for a wastewater capacity study.
Auburn City Council to discuss mobile home rent stabilization and syringe services
The City Council will review a draft ordinance to stabilize lot rents and fees in mobile home parks. The meeting also includes a second reading of regulations and fee changes for syringe service programs.
Ordinance Committee to amend Coastal Waters rules on floats and moorings
The Ordinance Committee will consider draft changes to Chapter 48 Coastal Waters, including language on recreational floats and the Broad Cove Reserve mooring waitlist. It will also review amendments to Chapter 17‑3.b Animal Control regarding dogs at large, clarifications to shellfish licensing fees, criteria for…
Council to consider multiple affordable housing TIF district designations
The Portland City Council will vote on several consent items, including approvals for new restaurant licenses, a city easement for Central Maine Power, and the designation of two affordable‑housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts at 197 Oxford Street and 15‑19 Cedar Street. The council will also adopt a…
Commissioners to discuss I Am Responding 2027 contract and pricing
The Waldo County Commissioners will consider warrants for the jail, county, and opioid funds, and review the 2027 contract and pricing for the I Am Responding system. They will also discuss the 2027 facilities budget and bicentennial planning. The agenda includes public comment and possible executive session.
Portland Development Corporation discusses $125,000 commercial loan request
The Board will review and vote on a $125,000 commercial loan request from Spurling Holdings LLC located at 772 Congress Street. The meeting also includes a review of the June 2026 Treasurer's Report and administrative budget.
Public Art Committee to vote on FY27 proposed budget and annual plan
The Public Art Committee will meet to vote on the updated Annual Plan and proposed budget for FY27. The budget includes updates to reflect an amendment to the FY27 CIP allocated funds. The committee will also introduce two new members.
Skowhegan Selectboard meets to discuss liquor licenses and police vehicle funding
The Selectboard will review several liquor license applications for local restaurants and consider a purchase for a new police interceptor. The meeting also includes a vote on a legislative policy committee nominee and the Skowhegan State Fair bingo registration.
Select Board to approve Town Manager contract for three fiscal years
The Orrington Select Board will vote on several routine items, including approving meeting minutes and town accounts payable warrants. They will elect a chair for the upcoming fiscal year and adopt annual municipal officer policies and disbursement warrants. The board will also consider a three‑year contract for the…
Rockland City Council discusses zoning changes and municipal fund expenditures
The City Council will consider several zoning amendments, including changes to residential and commercial standards. The meeting also includes orders for various reserve fund expenditures and the establishment of a memorial signage taskforce.
Bangor City Council to consider property sales and public health leases
The City Council will review a consent agenda featuring several real estate transactions and lease agreements. The body is also considering a first reading of an ordinance to amend the City's Code of Ethics regarding response deadlines.
Bangor City Council to approve consent agenda items
The Bangor City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items, including the sale of tax-foreclosed properties, a lease for public health space, and a grant application for housing stabilization. The Council will also hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the city's Code of Ethics.
Bailey Library Board discusses budget updates and upcoming events
The Board of Trustees will review the FY 26 budget and receive an update on the FY 27 budget. The meeting includes discussion of a mural installation unveiling and an upcoming book sale.
Town will vote on a lease with the Fryeburg Historical Society for 103 Lovell Road.
The Select Board will review and act on the updated Maintenance and Operation Agreement for the Mountain Division Recreation Rail Trail Fryeburg segment. It will hold a public hearing and vote on a special amusement permit and a liquor license renewal for Dimitra LLC/Fryeburg House of Pizza. The board will also…
Biddeford Public Art Commission sets goals and plans gallery events
The Biddeford Public Art Commission will review its 2025-2026 goals, approve minutes from June 11, 2026, and discuss the Five Points Sign Project. The group will also assign members for the City Hall Gallery ArtWalk and review ongoing project proposals.
Winthrop Board of Assessment Review to hear poverty abatement appeal
The board will organize its leadership and swear in a new member. The primary business is a closed-door executive session to discuss a confidential poverty abatement appeal.
Social Housing Task Force to discuss bond counsel for financing
The Social Housing Task Force will review and approve minutes from June 10, 2026, receive administrative updates, and hold a discussion with the City of Portland Bond Counsel. The bond counsel discussion likely relates to potential financing mechanisms for social housing projects. A follow-up group discussion is also…
Committee to discuss balance of capital budget
The Capital Projects/Operations Committee will consider approval of minutes, discuss community center leases as old business, and discuss the balance of the capital budget as new business. An executive session for legal matters is also scheduled.
Skowhegan Downtown TIF Committee to review fund balance, application, grants
The Downtown TIF Committee will review the current TIF fund balance, a pending application, and a grant spreadsheet. They will also approve the minutes from the June 24 meeting and discuss committee member items. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific dollar amounts or project names mentioned.
Airport committee to vote on overnight ramp fee, land lease renewals
The Airport Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss and vote on an overnight ramp fee and land lease renewals. They will also receive updates on fuel sales, facility conditions, deferred work, budget status, and AIP projects. Committee membership status and a community event report are also on the…
Board to vote on $793k school renovation fund and sewer rate hike
The Selectboard will hold a public hearing on a proposed sewer rate increase, consider a resolution authorizing $793,311 for school revolving renovation fund financing, and set dates for a school budget meeting and a special referendum. They will also vote on the sale of tax-acquired property at 105 Sheepscot Road and…
Council to consider $200K grant for wayfinding project
At this agenda-setting meeting, the Rockland City Council will discuss and potentially vote on Order #55, authorizing a $200,000 grant application for the Wayfinding Project with a $35,000 match from TIF funds. The council will also set the agenda for the July 13 regular meeting, which includes several zoning…
Town Council to consider moratoriums on data centers and residential care facilities
The Town Council will hold public hearings on several zoning and ordinance amendments, including new moratoriums. The body will also set tax interest rates for FY27 and discuss water main replacements.
Mount Desert Selectboard to consider $227,800 contract for town revaluation services
The Selectboard will discuss the results of the Assessor's revaluation proposal and a potential contract with VGSI for revaluation support. The board will also review liquor license renewals for three local businesses and approve several public works and security contracts.
Council to hold public hearings on Millbrook Estates affordable housing projects
The City Council will consider final approval of multiple expenditures including vehicle purchases, grants, and contracts. Public hearings are scheduled for two orders related to the Millbrook Estates affordable housing development district program. The council will also discuss updates on the Mountain Division Trail…
Council committees weigh airport contracts, lease renewal
The Finance Committee is considering three airport contracts: HVAC replacement ($206K), fire suppression/alarm maintenance ($156K), and passenger bridge/baggage system maintenance ($102K). The Business & Economic Development Committee will review a proposed lease renewal with Varney Aviation for hangar space at…
Airport contracts totaling $464K for HVAC, fire systems, and baggage
The Finance Committee will vote on awarding three airport maintenance contracts: HVAC replacement ($206K), fire suppression and alarm systems maintenance ($156K), and boarding bridge/baggage handling system maintenance ($102K). Approval would fund these items from the FY26 and FY27 budgets, with a reallocation for the…
County commissioners nominate candidates for 2027 Budget Committee
The Waldo County Commissioners will hold a nomination caucus to select candidates for the 2027 Budget Committee ballot. Commissioners will nominate and vote for representatives from Districts 1, 2, and 3.
County Commissioners review 2027 budgets and asset forfeiture transfers
The Waldo County Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including approval of June 18, 2026 minutes and a finance report. They will discuss the 2027 budget for the Waldo County Soil & Water Conservation District and later discuss 2027 budget requests for Commissioners (1020) and Records Preservation (2040)…
Presque Isle City Council to review licenses and $1 million in warrants
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding lodging and marijuana licenses. The body will also consider the designation of a dangerous building at 4 Pond Street and approve several board appointments.
Board to vote on FY27 Work Plan & Budget
The Creative Portland Corporation Board will vote on the FY27 Work Plan & Budget. They will also discuss the Executive Committee slate for November 2027 and sustainability and fundraising strategies. Updates on upcoming events such as the First Friday Art Walk and the Arts & Culture Summit are scheduled.
Board to vote on $29,775 compressor replacement at Fish Exchange
The Portland Fish Pier Authority Board will discuss and vote on a proposed expenditure of up to $29,775 to replace Compressor A at the Portland Fish Exchange. A quote from Miller Refrigeration Company is included for consideration. The meeting also includes adjournment after the single agenda item.
BanAir board discusses future direction, financial update, and member recruitment
The BanAir Board of Directors is meeting to discuss the board's original mission, current financial status, and future priorities. They will also focus on recruiting additional board members and determining next steps.