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Monthly Archives: June 2009
Consideration – Can Do!
In looking through the fury of comments and traffic that has erupted on the website over the past few weeks up through the election I sometimes get overwhelmed. I am pleased so many have come forward and found the website … Continue reading
Posted in Town Government
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Annual Ambulance Subscription Program
For the seventh year, the Lebanon Volunteer Rescue Department is conducting its annual ambulance subscription program. The program is used as a fundraiser to purchase medical equipment
What is a Selectman?
In my preparation for the Citizen Roundtable, on July 1st at the Old Town starting at 6:30 pm, I came across a document called “What is a Selectman?”. After scanning all the pages and attempting to create a decent … Continue reading
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Citizen’s Roundtable This Wednesday
A reminder there will be a Citizens Roundtable, July 1st, 2009 at the Old Town Hall building on Center Road, start time is 6:30pm. The meeting will allow for much discussion with a focus on the next step. … Continue reading
“Time” Do I Have Enough For Lebanon?
(Posted on Behalf of Don Hollenbeck )
I; as many people; have no, (or not much), time to get involved with the
affairs of the town I live in or government in general!
Present Sheriff Coverage in Jeopardy?
I recently saw in the news where the York County budget needs to be cut some 18% in order to balance as required by law. This can only mean that the present coverage is in jeopardy of being limited further … Continue reading
Lebanon Babe Ruth
It seems the “good ole boy” network is not just within our town’s government. It is also in our children’s sports leagues. Several comments were made on this site regarding the Lebanon Little League, and parents not being satisfied
Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report Wk End 6/20/09
Weekly Stats:
From Sunday 6/13 to Saturday 6/20, the Lebanon Rescue Department responded to 11 calls for service. We treated 12 patients and transported 3 to the hospital during the week. 2 patients were transported to Frisbie Hospital and 1 … Continue reading
Town Office Hours Extended
As a result of the recent referendum question to extend hours one night per week at the town office, the Lebanon Board of Selectmen have set the new hours for the town office. Starting the week of June 29th,
Lebanon Rescue Appreciation BBQ and Family Fun Night
On Sunday, June 14th, 2009, about 40 members of the Lebanon Rescue and their families attended an appreciation BBQ and Family Fun Night at the Flat Rock Bridge Resort in Lebanon.
Local Govt in Maine – Ebook
There is a very informative book on the Local Government in Maine. It is made available by the Maine Municipal Association (MMA) free for educational purposes. The book it is very informative and
Headlines in Lebanon circa 2003
Attached are several Newletters originally printed and circulated by the Citizens for Better Goverment called – The Citizens Voice. July2003 Aug2003 Sept2003 Nov2003
Posted in Human Interest, Town Government
Tagged Citizens for Better Government, Newsletter
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Citizens Roundtable Scheduled 7/1/09
A Citizens Roundtable has been scheduled for July 1st, 2009 at the Old Town Hall building on Center Road, start time is 6:30pm. The meeting will allow for much discusion with a focus on the next step. I encourage you … Continue reading
Selectmen Meeting 06/16/09
Meeting Highlights / Observations :
Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report Wk End 06/13/09
Weekly Stats:
From Sunday 6/7 to Saturday 6/13, the Lebanon Rescue Department responded to 21 calls for service. We treated 18 patients and transported 5 to the hospital during the week. 4 patients were transported to Frisbie Hospital and 1 … Continue reading
Some Things Never Change
Corinna Cole recently sent me copies of the newsletters published by Citizens for Better Government back in 2002-2003. These time capsules are remarkable in that looking at the topic details they are all mostly relevant and topical today. Town Charter, … Continue reading
Town Charter
I have spoken to many and there seems to be a common thread of working toward a Town Charter.
Public Input Requested
I had made proposals to Selectmen in the past to answer questions or deliver prepared presentations on the benefits of (Pick A Topic) to share with residents via this website. My thought is people are visual and being able to … Continue reading
Signs On Poles – Illegal & Dangerous
It was brought to my attention at the start of the election process that it is illegal in Maine and several states to attach anything to telephone poles. The State actually has a law prohibiting it and it can result in … Continue reading
Election Results 2009
The Election results are complete. 835 votes including 155 absentee were cast. and the results are….
Posted in Community News, Elections 2009, Town Government
Tagged campaign 2009, Referendums
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Lebanon Rescue Offers Reflective Signs
Each year, the Lebanon Rescue Department responds to hundreds of calls where the property owners do not have their street numbers properly displayed. During serious medical emergencies, seconds count and being able to quickly identify the correct house could help … Continue reading
Meet Candidate Stadig
A reminder I will be at the Lebanon Elementary School this evening from 5:30 pm – 6:15 pm, later if needed. I will be available to answer any questions and look forward to listening to and learning more about your … Continue reading
Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for May 2009
The Lebanon Volunteer Rescue Department had a busy May 2009. The department responded to 51 calls for service. Besides responding
7th Annual Safety Day – No Accident
The Lebanon Rescue Department held its 7th Annual Safety Day at the Hanson School on Friday, June 05, 2009. Rescue volunteers spent three hours
Bog Road Poll
Much has been written and commented on this website about the recent discontinuance of a few tenths of a mile of Bog Road
Selectmen Candidates Compared
A Foster’s Article has been released providing a comparison of your candidates for Selectmen and is available
Posted in Community News, Elections 2009
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Selectmen Meeting 06/02/09
Meeting Highlights:
Rescue Chief, Samantha Cole, The Rescue Department received a grant for a new 2009 Ford Expedition XLT from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation. The grant covers the full cost for the vehicle
Posted in Meeting Minutes, Town Government
Tagged department head meeting, Selectmens Meeting, Webcam
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Bog Road Residents Make Appeal
Residents of Bog Road spoke to the Selectmen asking them to appeal to common sense and do the right thing, reversing their recent decision.
Lebanon Town Report 2009
The Town Report has been released and is available here in PDF format. This report cover the 2007-2008 year and is 8.7mb is size and equals 100 pages. Selectmen Cole antipates the booklets to be available at the Town Hall … Continue reading
Give Our Kids a Brake (Slow Down)
We bought our home 4 years ago and have noticed the traffic on Center Road and Upper Cross Road dramatically increase with the new town hall and of courses the schools. I understand that we do not have a police force because … Continue reading
American Cancer Society – Relay For Life
Andrew Noyes a Lieutenant with the Lebanon, Maine Fire Department is looking for support for his Relay for Life cancer walk this month.