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Monthly Archives: September 2009
Response to Sanford News/Fosters Community Article
I would like to thank the over 500 residents of Lebanon who have signed the petition for the very much needed second ambulance that would have been paid for by donations and ambulance revenue the department has already raised. Though … Continue reading
Voting on November 3, 2009
Ever since the Selectmens Meeting on September 15, 2009, I have really been angry at our selectmen for silencing and ignoring the petitions. It makes me realize how our leaders are really not concerned about their community at all, but how … Continue reading
Articles Circulate Area Papers Over Ballot Refusal
There have been many articles published by local papers over Selectmen refusing the November ballot in town and along with it the two Petitions circulated by citizens. The Fosters has an article as well as the Observer. Take a look … Continue reading
I Couldn’t Believe My Eyes
When I get frustrated I read and write what I’m feeling ……. what my thoughts are.
Today, I happened to be online and could not believe my eyes. I read the article I have cut and pasted for all to see. The … Continue reading
Bean Supper Fundraiser 10/3/09 4pm-7pm
We are raising funds for a mission trip to Africa Oct 3rd from 4 pm to 7 pm There will be a Bean supper In the fellowship hall of the church..All are welcome!
Route 202 Accidents and Safety on TV
Here is a link to the news story run by channel 6 on the increase in accidents and the dangers of not wearing seat belts and driving distracted. The interview is the one referred to by Jason Cole in his … Continue reading
Citizen’s Roundtable Oct 7th 6:30pm LES
Reminder to mark your calendar for the next Citizen’s Roundtable to be held at the Lebanon Elementary School October 7th at 6:30pm. All Lebanon residents are invited to attend
Please Use Caution On Roads, Slow Down and Don’t Drive Distracted!
We have seen a increase in serious accidents. We have had several areas of town where people have been needlessly killed in car accidents.
Posted in Community News
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No Excuses – The People Tried to Speak
Below are the facts presented to you the residents to judge.
The Selectmen Promised the Budget Committee they would have a Ballot for any essential services that were voted down this past June. (Code Enforcement failed to pass)
Residents circulated Petitions on … Continue reading
Open Letter to Selectmen – Residents Petitions
Dear Selectmen,
I wanted to make you aware of this Statute located on the State of Maine website.
You will note it below, it clearly states a written Petition must be inserted in the next warrant issued or the Town … Continue reading
Clothes Pantry
The New Covenant Baptist Church located at 285 Maple Street in North Berwick is open on Monday nights from 4:00 to 6:00 (the same hours as the food pantry). They’re closed on holidays. They have all sizes of gently … Continue reading
Drive- In Movie Night 9/26 7:30pm
Lebanon now has the Century 21st community grant with $150,000 a year for 3 yrs then a % of that for the following 2 yrs. They have to plan community events each month.
Don’t Give Up Your Right To Vote!!
I believe if you watch the video of this meeting , and or read through the transcribed excerpts below, you will see that the ballot in November being withheld from the people is really about Selectmen Patch’s personally not wanting … Continue reading
Selectmen Meeting 09/15/09
Meeting Highlights:
Sealed bids were opened for the Generator Project. 6 bids were received
Sign SAD 60 warrant
Winter Sand Bid was awarded to Interstate Soils (Chairman Frizzell’s Company)
Posted in Meeting Minutes, Town Government
Tagged Ballot, generator project, Meeting Minutes, petition, Selectmen Meeting, Webcam
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Proof of The Pudding
Well folks, last nights Selectmen’s Meeting was “the proof of the pudding”.
Two of the three selectmen were NOT there for the citizens of Lebanon, but to help themselves and anyone who would follow them in their quest for control and self-aggrandizement. … Continue reading
Selectmen Meeting Tonight 6:30pm
A reminder the regular Selectmen meeting is tonight at 6:30pm. I have requested to be placed on the Agenda and have been scheduled for 7:30pm. My topic in question is the uncertainty that has been published about November ballot … Continue reading
Posted in Community News
Tagged Ambulance, petition, Selectmens Meeting, Town Manager
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Sheriff Deputies Reduced by Third
Sources report the Sheriff Department is cutting seven Deputies. This will reduce the active staff by a full third.
The Wisdom of Hot Chocolate
Every once in a while you need to step back and assess yourself, your situation and the world around you. I received an interesting email that had a wonderful presentation with it. It has a great message so I printed … Continue reading
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Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for August 2009
Here is the Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for August 2009 in PDF Format.
It’s One Of Those Times
People have perceptions of the way they suppose things should work when it comes to town affairs. People can disagree with me, my methods, and my points of view. That is fine, but folks this is one of those times … Continue reading
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New Math
Three bids were recieved for sand at the last selectmen meeting two in the $7.49 area and one for $5.49. The lowest bid being from
Posted in Editorial, Town Government
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No Free Lunch – Vote No On Excise Tax in November
There is no free lunch when it comes to taxes and when Maine’s voters get the opportunity to vote on the referendum to reduce the excise tax on new vehicles, they need to vote NO.
Observations On Lebanon Politics
I was going to make a comment on the blog from “Fed Up Elaine” about the news article in the Observer, and what the Selectmen are trying to do. After thinking about this for a while, my husband and I … Continue reading
Posted in Editorial
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Municipal Management Article
There is a great article on Municipal Management at Richard Neal’s website. This article would be great for our Selectmen to read as well as residents. Please have a look http://memunigov.com/mngmt.aspx once there click on the download / view link.
Posted in Editorial, Town Government
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Citizens Roundtable Meeting Minutes 09/09/09
The Citizen’s Roundtable was held as scheduled last evening. We have been struggling to connect with Town Managers to guest speak and it would appear this will have to happen
A Whole Lot of This and That
I have a whole lot of thoughts for you guys this morning. I hope it isn’t too jumbled, but I don’t know how to do each separately. Anyway, here it goes……………
1. Why does our Town government NOT seem to want a Town … Continue reading
Posted in Editorial
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Lebanon Rescue Station Gets Facelift Thanks to Volunteers
Volunteers with the Lebanon Rescue Department have spent the past week beautifying the station, while also saving over $2,000.
An Invitation to Our Elected Officials
I hear many complaints about our elected officials’ practices on this
site and would just like to invite all of them to offer their opinions
and have discussions so as to clear up the situations at hand!
Posted in Editorial, Town Government
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Whats Wrong With This Picture?
There’s been something that has been bothering me for quite a while now. I’ve been wanting to share this with all of you, but I was just so angry, I couldn’t get it down in print
Posted in Human Interest
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Generator Bid Request
The Town of Lebanon is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and installation of the following:
Two (2) 20kw single phase, air cooled, Automatic Generators. Bid should include all stock, labor, equipment, permits and site preparation
Dorcas Society Announces Fall Fest
The Dorcas society has announced a Fall Fest to be held Saturday October 3rd from 10am – 2pm at the Old Town Hall
Lebanon Rescue Department – Meeting Minutes 8/31/09
Lebanon Rescue Department – Meeting Minutes Monday, August 31, 2009
Selectmen Meeting 09/01/09
Meeting Highlights:
An offer for real estate tax settlement was approved by selectmen for a trailer in a park.
Minutes for the July 21st meeting were approved..
Lebanon Rescue Chief’s Report for Week Ending 8/30/2009
Weekly Stats:
We will provide the statistics soon, the software program is still down. It should be up this week.
Upcoming Events/Meetings/Trainings:
Sunday, August 30th – The monthly mud races will take place at Go Deep Mud. It looks like great weather after … Continue reading
Library Hours Updated
Please note the following temporary hours for the Town Library: