Monthly Archives: August 2009

Citizen’s Roundtable 9/9/09

The next Citizen’s Rountable meeting will be Wednesday September 9th at 6:30pm at the Lebanon Elementary School on Upper Guinea Road. The meeting was formerly at the Old Town Hall but was changed due to conflicts. Please note the new … Continue reading

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Extension Provided By Town Hall

Today was the day to have the Ambulance and Town Manager Petitions submitted, but the Town Clerk has extended the deadline until next week given the large submission volumes received so far. We are very close with the Town Manager

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Where Does Our Tax Money Go?

We sometimes wonder where our taxes go! Has anyone had the time to check out the M.S.A.D. #60 employees salaries report? I saw 10 pages of listed employees of this school system in our town
report! We, obviously, need all these … Continue reading

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Celebrate Hope, Tedd Fish in Concert

Saturday Sept. 26th at 6:30 pm at the Lebanon North Berwick Baptist church Little  River Road, Lebanon, Maine—2 miles from Rte. 202 Tedd’s music ministry

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Elsa Cross Performance 8/29/09

Elsa Cross will be performing at the Old Town Hall in Lebanon on Saturday August 29th at 8 pm. Tickets are only $10 at the door.
Roots/Rockabilly/Americana Singer Songwriter

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Winter Sand Bid Closes 9/1/09

The Winter sand bid has been posted for the town, 4500 +/- yards. Bid Closes at 5pm on Sept 1st. Bids will be awarded Sept 15th. Contact Ray Davis for more information 207-457-9170, See the town website for details.

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Church Fundraiser 9/11/09

The Lebanon North Berwick Baptist Church will be having a Yard Sale on Sept 11th from 10 AM to 6 PM and on Sept 12th from 7 AM to 3 PM.

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Kids Craft Night Tuesday 8/25/09

TUESDAY -  Kids Craft night at the Old Town Hall on Center Road hosted by the Lebanon Rec Dept.  4:30 pm – 6:00 pm.
The kids will be painting t-shirts or tote bags !
THANK YOU – to all who donated items … Continue reading

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Change of Tag-line, Not Change of Purpose

Well I changed the main tag-line of the website today…When I started the site almost a year ago I felt the reach of what the site would be primarily about Government. In fact what I have learned is

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Lebanon Town Hall Vandalism, a Burglary?

Fosters reported the Town Hall was vandalized last week which looks as though it may have been an attempted burglary. You can see the story here .
I noticed last evening after the Selectmen meeting that the exterior lights for the … Continue reading

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Selectmen Meeting 08/18/09

Highlights of this weeks meeting…

Selectmen Cole Absent (Due to Job/Work Issue)
It has been a full month since the last regular meeting was held. Previous meeting on 8/4/09 was canceled at 4pm of the day without reason.

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Lebanon Tax Rate Lowers $.85 to $13.00

The tax rate has been set by the Selectmen and indicates and overall change of $.85 decrease to $13.00. Selectmen said the change would save each family about $120 this year. You can see their letter here.

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What Would You Do?

What would you do if you inherited a home and property here in Lebanon, Me. ?  You received a legal real estate binder that had the approximate acreage listed and a description of the dwelling?  You lived there with your parents, and later, with … Continue reading

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1st Swine Flu Death – York County

It has been reported that the first swine flu death in Maine occurred last week in York County. You can see the full story here at WCSH. I am not posting to panic people, but simple precautions like washing your … Continue reading

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Town Manager – FAQ Information

In meeting with residents going door to door I hear many of the same concerns about a Town manager, so I put together an information sheet to explain the benefits of having a real Town Manager. You may download it … Continue reading

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Petition Deadlines Questioned – Status Needed

I received an inquiry from one of the local papers today and they indicated the deadline for Petition submittal was this Friday August 15th.  That is sixteen days sooner than Sept 1st which was the date provided  at the previous … Continue reading

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Town Manager Petition at Train’s Quick Stop

The petition to have a referendum placed on the ballot for a Town Manager is at Train’s Quick Stop.  If you have an opportunity this week and haven’t signed already, please stop in and sign. This petition will allow residents … Continue reading

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Rescue Donates Bicycle and Helmet to 7 Year Old Hit by ATV

On Saturday, August 8th, volunteers with the Lebanon Rescue Department presented 7 year old Riley Franz of Evergreen Lane in South Lebanon with a new bicycle and helmet thanks to the rescue volunteers and a neighbor chipping in to buy … Continue reading

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Free Clothing Pantry In Works

Library hours for August : Monday 1:30 – 6:30    Tuesday 3:00 – 6:30    Wednesday 3:00 – 8:30

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Do You Support Having a Town Manager?

If you support having a Town Manager or frankly are still unsure, and would like the chance to decide,  I could use your help.
I am circulating a Petition to have the referendum revisited on the ballot this November. By signing … Continue reading

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Open Letter To Selectmen – Police Coverage

Dear Selectmen,
At the recent Citizens Roundtable there was much concern over the crime in town and the likely hood we are going to receive even more limited Sheriff coverage. It was generally felt there was great need to formerly evaluate … Continue reading

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Citizens Roundtable Minutes 08/05/09

The second Lebanon Citizens Roundtable was held  at the Old Center Road Town Hall. The meeting was very informative and the dialogue of the attendees was constructive, informative and heartfelt.  I would like to thank Selectmen – Jason Cole,  School … Continue reading

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Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for July 2009

The Lebanon Volunteer Rescue Department had a very busy July 2009. The department responded to 62 calls for service. Besides responding to these emergency calls, department members attended several trainings, community events and EMT refresher classes. The department held several … Continue reading

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Library Summer Reading Program

There are still two sessions at the Library for the summer reading program
Monday August 10th – Illustration Demo
Monday August 17th – Last Day / Chalk on Black Paper
On Saturday August 22nd there will be a “Meet the Librarian” & “Meet … Continue reading

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Citizen’s Roundtable Meeting Tonight 6:30pm

Reminder : : There will be a Citizen’s Roundtable is tonight, Wednesday 8/5/09 at the old town hall on center road at 6:30pm, all residents are invited and encouraged to attend!!

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Town Library Hours Changed for August

The new Librarian has changed the checkout hours for the month of August.
They are as follows:
Monday          1:30 – 6:30
Tuesday         3:00 – 6:30
Wednesday    3:00 – 8:30

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Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Sat. 8/29

LEBANON NORTH BERWICK BAPTIST CHURCH LITTLE RIVER ROAD, LEBANON, MAINE
WE ARE RAISING FUNDS FOR A MISSION TRIP TO AFRICA

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Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for Week Ending 8/1/2009

Weekly Stats:
From Sunday 7/26 to Saturday 8/1, the Lebanon Rescue Department responded to 19 calls for service. We treated 22 patients and transported 13 to the hospital during the week. 5 patients were transported to Frisbie Hospital, 6 patients were … Continue reading

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Shooting in North Lebanon

There was a shooting last night in North Lebanon at approximately 9pm Saturday night. There are not many details the full story may be found Here.

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Citizen’s Roundtable 8/5/09

Reminder : : There will be a Citizen’s Roundtable meeting next Wednesday 8/5/09 at the old town hall on center road at 6:30pm, all residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

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Bulletin Board Integrated

I have received many requests for a Bulletin Board to allow threaded discussion of topics. So as an experiment I created one. You may find it here, give it a look and kick the tires. If it is popular i … Continue reading

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