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Directory & General Information

Town Office & All Offices ...... 833-5771 Recycling Center...... 833-6472

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 39, Harpswell, ME 04079

E-mail Address: [email protected]

Website: www.harpswell.maine.gov

EMERGENCY FIRE, POLICE, RESCUE MARINE ENFORCEMENT & ANIMAL CONTROL 911

Non-emergency: 1-800-266-1444

TOWN OFFICE HOURS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Closed Holidays

RECYCLING CENTER HOURS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Friday 6:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.

TRANSFER STATION HOURS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

RECYCLING CENTER & TRANSFER STATION CLOSED Every Thursday & Sunday; Tuesdays from January 1 – May 1 Closed on March 11, 2006 for Town Meeting

2 Elected Town Officials

January 1, 2005 – December 31, 2005

SELECTMEN, ASSESSORS AND OVERSEERS OF THE POOR Gordon L. Weil, Chairman (2007) Lee E. Theberge (2006) Sam Alexander (2008)

TOWN CLERK Rosalind M. Knight (2007)

TAX COLLECTOR Martha L. York (2007)

TREASURER Marguerite M. Kelly (2007)

ROAD COMMISSIONER Warren D. Graybill (2006)

M.S.A.D. # 75 DIRECTORS Dorothy D. Carrier (2007) David A. Johnson (2008) Joanne Rogers (2006) Jane B. Meisenbach (2008)

Incorporated the 13th Town, January 25, 1758 First Settled Mid 1600’s Permanently Settled 1727 2000 Census: 5,239 Registered Voters: 4,472 Total Area in Square Miles: 23.68 Total Miles of Shoreline: 216.8

2005 State Valuation $1,184,800.00

3 Town Officials

Town Administrator Kristi K. Eiane

APPOINTED OFFICIALS Deputy Treasurers Rosalind M. Knight, Martha L. York Deputy Tax Collector Jill M. Caldwell Deputy Town Clerk Catherine J. Graybill Registrar of Voters Rosalind M. Knight Deputy Registrars of Voters Susan C. Cary, Maureen J. Saxton, Cathy Graybill, Shirley C. Thompson, Pauline Toothaker Voter Registration Appeals Board Robert Benson, Reed Coles, Ann H. Parks Codes Enforcement Officers Terri L. Sawyer, William B. Wells Plumbing Inspectors Terri L. Sawyer, William B. Wells Harbormaster James M. Hays Health Officer Terri L. Sawyer General Assistance Administrators Kristi K. Eiane, Linda J. Strickland Animal Control Officer Dennis Gagnon (Resigned), Erik R. Paabo (Resigned), Lee Johnson Emergency Management Agent William P Labbe Fire Warden Frank R. True Jr. Deputy Fire Wardens Patricia B. Frank, Linda J. Strickland, Richard E. Wyer, Donna L. Wyer, Greg R. Tisdale Jim P. Gordon, Lisa A. True Tree Warden Timothy J. Vail Sealer of Weights & Measures Peter C. Fessenden Fire Chiefs Nelson M. Barter, Harpswell Neck William R. Beazley, Orr’s/Bailey Island Robert W. Miller, Cundy’s Harbor

OTHER OFFICIALS Ambulance Captains Joyce Thomas, Harpswell Neck Ed Sparks, Orr’s-Bailey Island Helen Tupper, Cundy’s Harbor Deputy Sheriffs G. Lee Bradbury, Clayton Stromski, Jay Ward Summer Deputy John Fournier Marine Patrol John C. Cross, Andreas Schenk D.A.R.E. Officer Joachim Schnupp Superintendent of Schools J. Michael Wilhelm Principals Craig King, Mt. Ararat High School Brenda Brown, Middle School Brenda French, Harpswell Islands School Michael Estes, West Harpswell School

4 Boards & Committees (terms expire in 2006 unless otherwise noted)

BOARD OF APPEALS CONSERVATION MARINE RESOURCES James Reed Coles ‘08 (Resigned) COMMISSION George Lee Bradbury James Henderson ‘06 Patricia L’Heureux ‘08 Michael Davis John Perry ‘07 Mary Ann Nahf ‘08 Gilbert Field Kent Simmons ‘06 Richard Neiman ‘06 Chris Johnson George Swallow ‘05 (Resigned) Larry Nies ‘06 James Knight Roland Weeman ‘07 Douglas Orput ‘06 Wayne Ricker James Knight ‘06 Associate Anne Perry ‘07 Weston Watts Robert Waddle ‘07 PLANNING BOARD Anthony Barrett ‘06 Associate RECREATION Sam Alexander ‘06 (Resigned) Anthony Barrett Dorothy “Dee” Carrier ‘08 FIRE & RESCUE David Brooks Henry Korsiak ‘08 Nelson Barter Wayne Gagne John Papacosma ‘08 William Beazley Gary LeClair Joanne Rogers ‘07 Robert Miller Rick Meisenbach George Swallow ‘08 Ed Sparks Donald Miskill, Jr. Kenneth Cichon ‘06 Associate Joyce Thomas Lennie Mullaney Helen Tupper Susan Rich BUDGET ADVISORY Liz Bouvé, ex officio John Floccher HARBOR & James Knight WATERFRONT SOLID WASTE Ellen Lebauer Robert Bartley ‘08 Dan Boland (Resigned) Lennie Mullaney William Blood ‘08 Jay Dwyer Robert Venard Wesley Coffin ‘06 Pat L’Heureux Bruce Dyer ‘07 Harry Rich COMPREHENSIVE William Hitchcock ‘08 Anita Veilleux PLAN David Moody ‘07 IMPLEMENTATION Matthew D. Rogers ‘07 TOWN LANDS Dan Boland Wallace Tobin ‘08 (Resigned) Diane Gagne Sudie Butchenhart Stewart Tuttle ‘06 Bernice Kenney Kenneth Cichon James Hays, ex officio John Loyd, Jr. Elliott “Lee” Overall James Reed Coles (Resigned) James Henderson LIBRARY Wallace Tobin (Resigned) Louise Huntington Margaret Ann Green Melinda Richter Elsa Martz Ellen Lebauer Robert Waddle Richard Neiman Debora Levensailor John Papacosma Nancy Meikle (Resigned) Roland Weeman Peter Riesenberg (Resigned) Joanne Rogers HOUSING SUB Patricia Tillotson Ruth Weeks COMMITTEE Hildegarde Bird Dan Boland Sudie Butchenhart Amy Haible Diane Moody

5 Selectmen’s Report

In 2005, the major events were the complete revaluation of property within the Town and consideration of the relationship of Harpswell and Maine School Administrative District 75 (SAD 75). In addition, the Town Meeting adopted the Comprehensive Plan Amendments of 2005. For the first, time, the Selectmen organized a meeting on Town matters for non-voting property owners.

Town Meetings. The Annual Town Meeting took place on March 13, 2005, after a one- day weather-caused postponement. A Town referendum vote took place on June 14, 2005 relative to the position of Harbormaster. The proposal to authorize a full-time position was approved. A second Town referendum vote took place on November 8, 2005 concerning proposed funding for the demolition of buildings at George J. Mitchell Field. The proposal was not approved.

Selectmen. Samuel A. Alexander was elected as Selectman at the Annual Town Meeting. Gordon L. Weil was elected by the Selectmen as chairman of the Board of Selectmen.

The Selectmen decided to increase the Board’s efficiency by assuming individual roles in dealing with specific subject areas. Traditionally, each Selectman has assumed liaison functions for certain activities or committees. In addition, the Selectmen agreed to support the actions of individual members on certain matters in which they would have lead responsibility. Policy matters continue to be the responsibility of the Board.

In 2005, after the Annual Town Meeting, the following liaison and lead assignments were made: (1) Alexander: Board of Appeals/Planning Board, Comprehensive Plan Implementation, Conservation Commission, Marine Resources; (2) Theberge: Fire and Rescue, Harbor and Waterfront, Solid Waste, Town Lands and (3) Weil: Finance and Budget, Library, Recreation, Television and Telecommunications.

Assessing. With the assistance of Vision Appraisal, the Selectmen/Assessors completed the Town-wide revaluation. The result of the revaluation brought the Town’s own valuation in line with the State valuation. In addition, the method used was simplified, which is designed to enable the valuation to be updated more easily each year. Seven basic assessing districts were established for the Town; each of the four main year-round areas plus three areas for the smaller islands. The Selectmen/Assessors took control of the process and dealt with hundreds of individual matters in an effort both to maintain a nondiscriminatory system and to recognize actual differences among properties.

The Selectmen/Assessors also developed a more streamlined and open process for dealing with abatement requests. In cases where policy issues are raised or the staff has recommended denial, the Board of Assessors meets in session separate from the regular Selectmen’s meetings. This approach allows applicants the opportunity to present their positions orally in addition to the written application and to respond to questions from the Board. Requests to be approved are handled routinely at other times.

6 SAD 75. The Selectmen continued their efforts to renegotiate the cost-sharing formula for SAD 75 and provided regular reports at the meetings. Discussions early in the year focused on the introduction of the State Essential Programs and Services (EPS) program, which would result in an increasing share of the District budget falling to Harpswell. An attempt to reach agreement with the other three towns in SAD 75 to phase in the added impact on Harpswell was not successful. The State Education Department then proposed that Harpswell should receive a minimum of assistance by coverage of 25% of Special Education Costs. When the other three towns refused to make any contribution to this assistance, the State provided the full 25% amount.

The SAD 75 Board of Directors then decided to open a formal process on renegotiating the cost-sharing formula with the participation of a state-appointed facilitator. The Selectmen appointed Selectmen Theberge and Weil and the four Harpswell SAD 75 Board Members appointed Board Member David Johnson to the Harpswell delegation. During the talks Harpswell proposed that all future SAD 75 budget increases be the same for each town, but it became apparent that other towns would not support this proposal. No proposal was able to gain sufficient support. After four meetings, the group voted 10-2 (Theberge and Weil in the majority and Johnson in the minority) to terminate formal negotiations.

In December, the Selectmen received a petition signed by a sufficient number of voters to call for the initiation of the withdrawal process from SAD 75. A vote on the petition article was scheduled for a vote in January 2006. Legislation was introduced to provide Harpswell with a phase-in of Special Education funding to reach 100% in 2009-2010.

Non-voting property owners. Town assessing records indicate that 42% of the property value within Harpswell is owned by people who vote in other jurisdictions. In recognition of the effect of Town actions on these people and their property, the Selectmen organized a meeting with these people at the beginning of the July 4th weekend. Based on the interest shown by non- voting property owners, the meeting was a success and the Selectmen indicated that they are prepared to consider some actions, prior to the 2006 summer, to respond to concerns expressed at the meeting.

Fiscal year and tax payments. The Selectmen considered changing the fiscal year from the calendar year to a year beginning on July 1. They finally decided against this change, mainly because it would most likely cause the Town Meeting to be moved from March to June, which would not be consistent with the traditions of the Town. However, they proposed and the Town Meeting approved two tax payment dates. In practice, some people found that having the ability to pay in two installments was helpful, and the change appeared to serve its intended purpose, while many continued to make a single tax payment.

George J. Mitchell Field houses. The U.S. Department of Defense returned the ownership of the last remaining portion of the form Fuel Depot property to the Town. The area includes two houses and two garages. The Selectmen obtained a preliminary environmental review, which revealed no apparent problems.

7 Capital Road Program. The Town began the reconstruction of those municipal roads that are in bad condition especially with regard to the amount of traffic they carry. In the first phase of the program, seven roads were reconstructed, within available resources approved by the Town Meeting, supplementing two previously done. The Selectmen played a direct role in this program. As the needed reconstruction of roads is determined, proposals for further capital spending will be prepared. This program is distinct from annual road maintenance.

Libraries. The Selectmen negotiated and concluded the Agreement between the Town and Curtis Memorial Library, which provides for the services made available to Harpswell in return for its financial contribution. The Agreement also includes the appointment of Harpswell residents to the Curtis Board and committees. The Agreement provides for Curtis to be Harpswell’s f ull service library and is contingent on Town funding.

Curtis proposed to the Town the development of a community library on Harpswell Neck. It offered to provide to a local Harpswell Neck library board the initial collection of books, certain Internet-related facilities and furnishings as well as training and consulting. After potential sites were reviewed by Town and Curtis representatives, it was decided to propose to the Town Meeting the use of a house and garage at George J. Mitchell Field.

Recycling Center/Transfer Station. The Recycling Center was named in honor of A. Dennis Moore, who had been a valued employee there since its inception. A dedication ceremony was held. The Town concluded a collective bargaining agreement with the union representing the workers at these facilities.

Regulatory matters. The Selectmen dealt with following licensing matters: Wharves and Weirs Act – 14 applications, 13 approved, one not approved; consent agreements (with fines) -2 approved; Alcoholic Beverage -3 approved ; Junkyard -1 approved; Shellfish License-1 revoked.

Legal and litigation. In the action brought by Elizabeth Ann Chaplin against the Town relative to access to Mackerel Cove on Bailey Island, settlement negotiations continued, as required by the Superior Court. Norman Lauze, whose after-the-fact wharf application on Great Island was not approved, appealed to Superior Court.

The negotiations concerning the Graveyard Point Town Landing were successfully concluded during the year, resolving in the Town’s favor a matter that had been pending for several years.

Town auditor. After deciding that good policy called for the change of auditor from time to time, the Selectmen, with the cooperation of the Treasurer, called for new proposals. The result was that the financial reports in this Annual Town Report were reviewed by the newly selected company. The Selectmen express the Town’s appreciation for the work done by Berry, Fowles & Co. over many years.

8 Appreciation. Harpswell relies on the help of many volunteers who dedicate their time, talent and efforts for the good of the community. Many of them serve within the framework of Town government. Their contribution is both invaluable and greatly appreciated. As has become customary, but is no less true because of its repetition, the Selectmen greatly appreciate the outstanding and dedicated service of the staff, who are always willing to put in any extra effort required to produce the best possible services for Harpswell. We know the people of Harpswell share our appreciation for their work.

Gordon L. Weil Chairman

Lee E. Theberge Selectman

Samuel W. Alexander Selectman

9 Administrator’s Report

The year-end annual report is an opportunity for reflecting upon accomplishments of the past year and for looking forward to a new year’s set of challenges. While the Selectmen’s Report chronicles many highlights of 2005, including SAD 75 issues, the revaluation and the capital roads project, the administrator’s report highlights broad areas of interest.

Kristi Eiane Communications. An area of considerable development in 2005 was updating the Town’s website at www.harpswell.maine.gov. Providing information through the website is a valuable communication tool. Items such as Town ordinances, the Bulletin (municipal newsletter), minutes of Selectmen’s Meetings, and public notices are posted on the site. This year, for the first time, the Town intends to post the complete audit report by its new auditing firm, Runyon, Kersteen and Ouellette of South Portland, Maine. In another effort to provide more Harpswell taxpayers with information about Town issues, the Harpswell Bulletin, which is generally published three to four times a year, is now being mailed not only to residents of the Town but to all Harpswell taxpayers wherever they reside. Visit the Town’s website and provide us with feedback so we can make improvements in the availability and delivery of information.

Land Use Planning. Implementing an update of the Comprehensive Plan was a major accomplishment in 2005. Considerable time and effort was put in by many volunteers and by the Planning Office staff, particularly the Town’s Planner. The Town has been proactive in laying out its vision of land use and community development in the next decade. Accomplishing that vision will take more time and discussion as the Town considers what priorities deserve consideration at the implementation level—major topics have been (1) affordable housing and (2) determining what land use activities should or should not occur in the rural and growth areas. Harpswell has worked diligently to put in place ordinance language that assists the Planning Board in reviewing subdivisions, the reconstructions of non-conforming structures as well as major non-residential development projects. Harpswell will continue to look at ordinance language that will guide future development with its high quality of volunteers from the various committees who assist the Town in planning related matters—the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee, the Sub-Committee on Affordable Housing, the Conservation Commission, Planning Board and Town Lands Committee. Major progress was made in 2005 to identify the Town’s public access points by using distinct blue and white signage for that purpose. More remains to be done to enhance these valuable assets.

Harbor & Waterfront. Having the most coastline (216 miles) of any municipality in Maine, perhaps the east coast, Harpswell took an important step in 2005 by authorizing the Selectmen to employ a full-time Harbormaster. Jim Hays became the Town’s first full-time Harbormaster in July. A full-time person will enable the Town to provide consistent attention to the many harbor and waterfront issues it must confront, perhaps most importantly, the number and placement of over 2200 moorings. The Harbormaster has been provided office space at the Town Office and is more accessible than ever before.

10 Staffing. In 2005 the Town lost the service of some key staff members: Arthur “Dennis” Moore and Bob Webber at the Recycling Center, Cindy Bryant in the Codes Office and Pat Leary in the Tax Office. The challenge of replacing employees can be viewed as an opportunity to look for new contributors with the necessary skill sets and fresh new perspectives that add value to an organization. The Town has found able replacements in all positions with the addition of Todd Steinman and Jim Gordon at the Recycling Center, Jean Rand in the Codes Office and Jill Caldwell in the Tax Office. Dennis Moore, a long-time Town employee at the Recycling Center who passed away in February, is very much missed by all who worked with him. The facility, which now bears his name, will serve as a lasting tribute to Dennis.

Budget Development. Developing and compiling the Town Meeting budget takes considerable time. From early October through mid-January, the Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) meets on an almost weekly basis to review the detailed components of the budget. Department heads and entities seeking Town funding are invited to the meetings to explain their requests for funding. The administration provides financial information and explanations to the Committee throughout the process. I would especially like to thank Town Treasurer Marguerite Kelly who attended every regular meeting and was invaluable in providing financial information to the BAC. Each year we have improved upon and refined the presentation of the budget and the process of review.

Looking Ahead. Each year brings a new set of challenges as well as continued attention to on-going issues. In 2006, a sub-Committee of the Comp Plan will look at short- and long- term uses of Mitchell Field. With the acquisition of the two houses at the site, the Town has an opportunity to consider what it wishes the uses of the houses to be. One item before the Town will be to consider leasing one of the buildings to a library entity that may wish to operate with assistance from Curtis Memorial Library and partial funding from the Town. In another area of focus in 2006, the Town will look to strengthen its internal controls. We have already reacted to some of the suggestions from the Town’s new auditing firm, and we will continue to institute changes that improve and strengthen our fiscal responsibilities.

As always, feel free to contact the Town Administrator with any issues that need the Town’s attention. Accessibility and responsiveness are critically important to the effectiveness of your local government.

Melissa Sergent Linda Strickland Chris Caron Patricia Frank Office Assistant Office Assistant Bookkeeper Receptionist

11 General Assistance

General Assistance (GA) according to State law is “a service administrated by a municipality for immediate aid of persons who are unable to provide the basic necessities essential to maintain themselves or their families.” The General Assistance Administrator must follow the Town Ordinance as well as State statute and policy in order to administer the program consistently. The General Assistance Administrators work closely with the Department of Human Services and we have been advised to require receipts from repeat applicants to verify how their income was spent in the 30 days prior to applying. If this documentation is not provided, we must consider the income available to the household. The General Assistance Administrator can also assign workfare for the applicant to perform for the Town. This consists of an assigned number of hours that need to be performed to fulfill the requirements of a General Assistance re-application.

The Town provides an important service by connecting people to the proper resources for assistance. Once again, area churches have been most charitable in helping to meet the needs of those in Town. Thank you to the students of the Harpswell Islands School for donating money to our General Assistance program which was used for heating assistance. 2005 was a difficult year for many. Shellfish flats were closed much of the summer, fuel and gas prices went up substantially, as well as other household expenses. This year 45 applications were submitted - 24 were new applicants, 11 were repeats, and 10 were denied. If General Assistance is needed, please call the Town Office at 833-5771 to make an appointment. All applications for General Assistance are confidential.

Housing Utilities Heating Food Other Supplies Total 2005 $7,498 $1,134 $2,738 $701 $49 $313 $12,433 2004 $3,588 $939 $1,466 $1,878 $700 $203 $8,774 2003 $4,822 $1,261 $339 $967 $188 $188 $7,765

Health Officer

With the help of Community Health and Nursing Services, the Town held a successful flu clinic this past fall at no charge to the residents, although donations were accepted. Also, I have handled several calls involving situations that may cause potential health hazards.

Although the learning and growing continues, this past full year as the Health Officer has allowed me to gain the experience and knowledge to better appreciate this position. Feel free to contact me should you have any concerns.

12 Assessing Office The Selectmen/Assessors are responsible for discovering, listing, and assessing all real and business personal property subject to taxation in the municipality. These duties have been performed under the direction of the Selectmen/Assessors by two Certified Maine Assessors, Deborah Turner and Curt Lebel.

The new 2005 revaluation was completed by Vision Appraisal Technology and the 2005 taxes reflected the new values. The number of abatements requested was consistent with having a Townwide revaluation. The Vision Technology upgrades will enable the Assessors to maintain more accurate assessments, and therefore, distribute Harpswell’s tax burden fairly under Maine Law.

During 2005, the office processed over three hundred seventy-five (375) property transfers. Transfers include fair market sales, land splits, inter-family transactions, gifts, etc. As a result of the transfers, survey plans and other documents provided to this office, it was necessary to make over two hundred thirty-two (232) changes to the tax maps.

By law, certain properties are exempt from taxation. Two exemptions are of special benefit to residents – the homestead exemption, and the veterans and widows of veterans’ exemption. One thousand five hundred seventy-four (1,574) property owners, who established Harpswell as their primary residence, qualified for a homestead exemption. Two hundred eighty-one (281) veterans, who served during a recognize war period and are 62 or older, or their widows, received the veterans exemption.

Important Deadlines

April 1, 2006: All property owners (real estate and personal property) are required to declare what they own on or before April 1, 2006.

April 1, 2006: Applications due for owners applying for exemptions/classification: Veterans, Homestead, Blind, Tree Growth, Farmland, Open Space, and Charitable & Benevolent Institutions.

Debbie Turner Curt Lebel Assessor Assessor

13 Code Enforcement Office

Another busy year and year for change in the Codes Office! Sadly, Codes Assistant Cindy Bryant departed the Code Office in pursuit of other career opportunities this past spring. Her co-workers have felt the absence of Cindy’s energy, style and professionalism and wish her well. Code Enforcement Officers Terri-Lynn Sawyer and William Wells feel very fortunate that Jean Rand joined their team in March and she has settled into this challenging position very well.

The Codes Office issued a total of 304 land use permits and 214 plumbing permits in 2005. Although the Town has seen their first decrease in permits in six years, the Code Office has not seen a reduction in activity! This past year has allowed us to dedicate more attention to enforcement issues and septic system surveys. The Office continues to handle State Grant Programs that benefit the Town and residents. However, unfortunately, due to large budget cuts at the State level, the three grant programs that have been available to the Town have either been reduced in amount or eliminated. The State’s Small Community Grant Program was not available in 2005 but may be back in 2006. The State’s Overboard Discharge Grant Program was reconfigured which did allow us to replace and eliminate three overboard discharge systems. Even though the State’s Above Ground Heating Oil Supply Tank and Piping Upgrade Project grant money was reduced in amount, we were able to replace six oil tanks. Sadly, the oil tank program will not be available again. With the reduction in State aid for these valuable programs, the Town has been developing a local grant/loan program to assist residents with the replacement of malfunctioning septic systems. We hope this program will be active in 2006!

The Codes Office Team encourages everyone to call or stop by if you have any questions, concerns or ideas as the staff would be pleased to offer their assistance in anyway they can.

William Wells Terri-Lynn Sawyer Jean Rand Codes Officers & Plumbing Inspectors Codes Office Secretary

14 Land Use & Plumbing Permit History

Piers Year Land Use Plumbing Mobile Home Accessory Additions Rip-Rap Other / Repairs / Modular Replacement Replacement Docks Issued Permits Permits Homes New Structures Renovations Seawall Maintenance Homes Dwellings Wharfs Floats

1991 166 153 0 40 34 65 22 4 1 N/A N/A N/A 1992 112 140 1 23 11 40 27 5 5 N/A N/A N/A 1993 209 139 5 46 47 70 30 4 7 N/A N/A N/A 1994 253 181 7 54 46 99 29 6 12 N/A N/A N/A 1995 223 245 9 47 36 77 46 1 7 N/A N/A N/A 1996 205 386 14 33 40 86 24 3 5 N/A N/A N/A 1997 251 199 10 44 53 94 34 6 10 N/A N/A N/A 1998 302 210 8 43 49 122 52 15 13 N/A N/A N/A 1999 310 204 9 57 53 109 36 12 34 N/A N/A N/A 2000 282 201 12 47 74 85 18 3 43 N/A N/A N/A 2001 292 219 7 53 85 79 37 2 29 N/A N/A N/A 2002 336 290 9 66 87 107 33 4 20 10 N/A N/A 2003 340 262 3 50 79 125 33 4 36 10 N/A N/A 2004 372 271 12 59 83 125 28 10 48 2 5 N/A 2005 304 214 0 25 86 114 27 10 16 6 11 9

450 Land Use Permits 400 Plumbing Permits

350

300 250 200 150

100

50

0 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

15 Planning Office

The Planning Office would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation to the many dedicated volunteers who serve on the various Boards and Committees which we assist. It is our goal to provide all Harpswell residents, including the Board and Committees members, with a high level of professional assistance and support.

This work keeps us involved in a diverse range of planning functions including staffing and providing technical assistance to the Board of Selectmen, Planning Board and Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee; researching, developing, coordinating and administering land use and planning related projects; updating and revising the Town’s land use ordinances; maintaining informational resources (i.e. maps, model ordinances, Town reports, etc.); grant writing and administration; coordinating with other departments on new developments and activities; and providing assistance to the public as requested.

Coupled with the functions above, the staff has begun the process of organizing the years of reports and files that have accumulated amongst the office shelves. A reference library has been established which is based on the Dewey Decimal System. The information available in the Planning Office covers a wide range of topics and interests. Our intention is to create a user friendly reference that is readily accessible to those who may be interested. Additionally, the Office files have been updated to match the filing system used in other Town departments. The efficiency, flow, and accessibility of information will remain one of the department’s goals for 2006.

In 2006, the Planning Office will continue working with committees and citizens on a wide range of issues. Meetings are open to the public and we encourage people to participate and get involved. Being involved in planning is a good way to balance cultural and community values with the economic, ecological, and social forces around us. If we all work together, we can create a sustainable future for Harpswell. Please feel free to contact us with any questions, comments or concerns.

Marsha Hinton Jay Chace Planning Assistant Town Planner

16 Recreation

Kids Programs: The department offers 34 programs. Basketball, supported by an anonymous donor, involves 93 participants. Karate on Wednesday mornings has been a huge success with 60 elementary children chopping about. Our Bring’em home Clean, Tired and Hungry Sunday swim continues at the Bowdoin College Pool through April 23.

Adult Programs: Bridge (experienced) and Volleyball are our newest adult offerings starting this spring. If you are interested call the Town Office and leave your name and number. The art displays at the Town Office have given many local artists an opportunity to display locally, as well as dress up the Town Office. The Sunday Swim program at Bowdoin College Pool from 4:30 to 5:30 has many empty lap lanes for adults.

Trails: The addition of a loop and some re-routing of The Cliff Trail, behind the Town Office, make this fabulous walk more user-friendly.

Trufant-Summerton Athletic Field: Volunteer work continues on the concession stand. The facility is supported by sign revenue. Call today if you would like a sign at the ball field ($200 per year). Baseball, softball, tee-ball and soccer are all played at the field.

Mitchell Field: The Recreation Committee continues to plan for recreation space at the field. In keeping with the work toward an overall plan for the field, the Committee is recommending creation of recreational spaces that will not preclude any future plans. Plans include 2 areas (one by the road, one by the water) that are smoothed out, seeded and mowed for passive recreation use like frisbee, bocce, and croquet. Benches and picnic tables as well as access to the shore and a small boat ramp are also recommended.

Collaboration: Recreation continues to collaborate with surrounding towns to bring more opportunities to our residents. A presentation on Eagles was offered in cooperation with the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust.

Volunteers: The Town of Harpswell recreation program needs you. Here is your chance to make a difference in the lives of our youth while reaping the rewards of mentoring, teaching, caring and sharing. Volunteer for an hour here and there, or for a few weeks or a season. It’s more than sports. It’s arts, crafts, woodworking, basket-making, music and it is time for some dance. Boomers and beyond this means you, too. Generativity, is a word coined in psychology as a stage of giving to the next generation, looking beyond oneself. It is time to experience generativity, use your strengths, wisdom, knowledge and maybe even the patience you have worked so hard to acquire. Call today 833-5771. If you do not wish to volunteer, but would like to contribute, you can provide a scholarship for a child to any of our programs. Or, as one anonymous Harpswell resident does for basketball, you can sponsor a whole season so no child has to pay.

Liz Bouve, Recreation Director

17 Recycling Center & Transfer Station

Bob Webber retired in July and the baton was passed to me. On one hand, Bob is a very tough act to follow, but on the other hand, Bob left the Recycling Center and Transfer Station in excellent order with no major problems needing to be addressed. Prior to Bob’s retiring, with the help of the Solid Waste Committee, a new backhoe was purchased for the Transfer Station. The new backhoe is equipped with a clamp style hoe, which makes it easier to separate furniture and other demo debris into its recyclable components. A big thanks to Bob and the Solid Waste Committee.

Tonnage processed at Recycling Center and Transfer Station over the past four years follows: Recycling Center & Transfer Station Summary 2002 through 2005 2002 2003 2004 2005 Waste Received Recycling Center (Tons) 1667.0 1798.8 1778.8 1768.6 Transfer Station (Tons) 1479.9 1652.8 1497.4 1555.8 Total Tons 3156.9 3451.6 3276.2 3324.4 Material Recycled Recycling Center 599.6 649.1 628.7 635.1 Transfer Station 1188.4 1274.1 1093.1 1179.4 Total Tons 1788.0 1923.2 1721.8 1814.5 Recycling Rates % Recycling Center % 35.80% 36.10% 35.30% 35.90% Transfer Station % 80.30% 77.10% 73.00% 75.80% Annual Combined Recycling Rate 56.60% 55.70% 52.60% 54.60%

Harpswell’s recycling rate for 2005 was 54.6% percent; however, the Transfer Station is the primary contributor to the excellent recycling rate. The recycling rate at the Recycle Center was only 35.9%. The recycling rate at the Transfer Station was 75.8%. Recycling rates have held virtually constant for the past 4 years.

To increase the recycling rate at the Recycling Center, help is needed from all Harpswell residents. The rate could easily be much higher. There continues to be a large volume of recyclable materials being thrown into the compactors. Almost all paper that does not fit into the corrugated or newsprint and magazine categories can go into mixed paper. Examples of mixed paper are cereal boxes, food boxes, junk mail, shredded paper, etc. Please help! Each ton of recyclable material being hauled off in the compactors costs nearly $100.00 in tipping fees and transportation, and represents a ton of recyclable material that could have been sold for an average of $90/ton. The cost to the taxpayer for each ton of recyclable material that is thrown into the compactors is more than $190. Again, your help is needed to increase the recycling rate and reduce the cost to the taxpayers of operating the Recycling Center and Transfer Station.

18 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Disposal Fees: Brush $ 3,869 $ 5,694 $ 5,957 $ 7,130 $ 9,869 $ 18,584 Demo Material 61,583 63,451 33,348 48,124 69,862 77,970 Household Debris 4,362 3,550 2,838 2,914 4,873 12,780 Refrigerators 670 830 1,022 1,424 2,075 1,905 Metal 3,128 4,029 6,839 8,812 Tires 820 1,141 1,882 1,585 2,170 2,959 Universal Waste 3,453 3,674 3,723 4,678 White goods 41 Subtotal $ 71,304 $ 74,665 $ 51,626 $ 68,879 $ 99,412 $ 127,729

Sales: Cans & Bottles $ 2,579 $ 2,111 $ 4,307 $ 6,009 $ 6,565 $ 6,771 Cardboard 5,910 2,933 9,323 5,496 7,964 7,141 Glass 381 268 Metal 8,134 9,156 2,494 4,061 8,046 8,546 Newspaper 13,797 8,603 11,785 16,146 23,154 15,106 Paper 2,538 5,041 2,581 6,656 1,926 6,867 Plastic 2,851 7,114 12,010 Reclaim 165 1,061 5,328 1,823 Wood Chips 586 780 Subtotal $ 36,190 $ 28,111 $ 30,654 $ 40,015 $ 60,876 $ 58,264

Other: $ 2,930 $ 446

Total $ 110,424 $ 103,223 $ 82,280 $ 108,894 $ 160,288 $ 185,993

Revenues generated by the Recycling Center and Transfer Station.

Revenues at the Recycling Center are driven by market prices. Currently, recycled paper prices are low. Mixed Paper started the year at $76/ton and ended the year at $31/ton. At the same time, HDPE Natural (milk jugs) started the year at $560/ton and ended the year at $696/ton. Harpswell recycled a total of 532 tons of corrugated cardboard, newsprint, mixed paper, tin cans, and plastic containers in 2005. We can do even better. You can make 2006 a record year for recycling in Harpswell! (back) Todd Steinman Lester Goodwin (front) Mark Wallace Jim Gordon Greg King Manager

19 Animal Control

As your new Animal Control Officer, I would like to pass along the words of New England author, Henry Beston, from his book The Outermost House, 1928.

“We need another and a wiser and perhaps a more mystical concept of animals. Remote from universal nature and living by complicated artifice, man in civilization surveys the creature through the glass of his knowledge and sees thereby a feather magnified and the whole image in distortion. We patronize them for their incompleteness, for their tragic fate of having taken form so far below ourselves and therein we err, and greatly err. For the animal shall not be measured by man. In a world older and more complete than ours they move, finished and complete, gifted with extensions of the senses we have lost or never attained, living by voices we shall never hear. They are not brethren; they are not underlings; they are other nations, caught with ourselves in the net of life and time, fellow prisoners of the splendor and travail of the earth.”

In 2005, the Town was served by three Animal Control Officers-Dennis Gagnon, Erik Paabo and Lee Johnson. Within 6 weeks of assuming the position, I became certified by the State, receiving valuable training on how to respond to animal control issues. Enforcing the Town’s Animal Control Ordinance and responding to inhumane treatment of animals are my primary responsibilities. In Harpswell, I want to remind dog owners that their dogs are not permitted to roam at-large, but must be under voice control or on a leash at all times. In the short time that I have been the ACO, I have enjoyed getting to know more people in the Town and assisting them with their animal control concerns. The Animal Control Officer can be reached by calling 1-800-266-1444.

Lee Johnson Animal Control Officer

Emergency Management Agency

The year 2005 was very interesting for Emergency Management nationally with all the hurricanes and disasters that occurred. Locally, I met several times with Selectmen and reviewed our evacuation plan for the Town. I attended meetings with the three local fire chiefs and the Town Administrator planning new policies that need to be adopted including a county-wide mutual aid agreement and an emergency Town ordinance as recommended by FEMA. Other activities included directing traffic for a brief period until Harpswell Neck Fire Department replacement troops arrived. [Rt. 123 was closed for 6 hours due to a road washout.] I will continue to do my best to assure everyone that the Town remains in a ready status should a disaster occur. William “Pappy” Labbe Emergency Management Agent

20 Fire Warden

First and foremost I would like to thank Pat Frank, Linda Strickland and new Fire Warden Jim Gordon at the Recycling Center for all they do; the Town of Harpswell is fortunate to have them.

2005 proved to be a busy year for open burning, with just under 1100 permits being issued by the Town Fire Wardens. This isn’t the most we’ve issued in a year, but if you remember back to the spring and summer, we had several weeks when no permits could be issued. This year a new process was started by the State of Maine that allows permits to be issued online. There are several rules that must be followed: You must burn after 5:00 p.m., print the permit and have it in your possession, and pay a $7.00 fee. Nineteen (19) permits were issued this way in 2005. Frank True, Fire Warden

Open burning is not allowed in the Town of Harpswell without a permit issued by one of the Town Fire Wardens or by the State of Maine as described above. The permit from the Town must be issued on the same day you plan to burn. Please stop by the Town Office and see Pat Frank during normal business hours M-F or Jim Gordon at the Recycling Center on Saturdays to obtain a permit. Fire Wardens: Frank True, Dick Wyer, Donna Wyer, Lisa True and Greg Tisdale can issue permits at any time.

In 2005, the Forest Ranger and I had to investigate several complaints, with one case actually going to court. It’s important to remember that the fire must be completely out before leaving the area. In the interest of public safety, permits are not issued when the fire danger is determined to be "extreme" or "very high" by the Maine Forest Service, and only a limited number of permits are issued when the danger is "high." The Forest Service posts current fire hazard conditions daily on its website.

Plan your burn when vegetation is damp and the wind is calm. Burning when the ground is snow-covered, during a light drizzle, or just before precipitation occurs is ideal. Typically November-March offer the safest conditions for open burning. Be Careful What You Burn! You are responsible for the fire if it escapes and may be liable for suppression costs up to $10,000 as well as any damages caused to other property.

When you receive a burn permit, you agree to follow a specific set of safe practices. Please review these carefully before burning:

• Burning must proceed with all necessary precautions in place to prevent the spread of fire and must not create any nuisance conditions to neighbors. • Don't burn when wind speed exceeds 10 mph (5 mph when burning grass) • Fires must be attended at all times by at least one adult with a garden hose or bucket of water; brush fires require two adults and hand tools such as shovels and rakes. The fire must remain in control at all times and you must have a written permit in your possession.

21 Harbormaster

After a Townwide vote in June 2005, the role of the Harpswell Harbormaster was increased to a fulltime position. I was promoted from Deputy Harbormaster to this position. I thank Todd Steinman and the Harbormasters before him for the work that had been done prior to July 2005. I also thank the Harbor & Waterfront Committee and Town Officials for their support in developing a Harbor Management Plan.

Most of the shoreline south and northeast of Harpswell has been closed to new moorings for a number of years. Harpswell is fortunate in that it still has available space for new moorings. However, many areas of Harpswell waters have reached full capacity. With the increasing population and growing demand for new moorings in Harpswell, a Harbor Management Plan is needed to balance supply and demand, and prevent overcrowding of moorings while protecting traditional fishing grounds. With the increasing demand for new mooring permits comes the need to close off areas of the shorefront to new moorings. When this happens a waiting list is initiated as stated in article 5.3.2 of the Town of Harpswell Harbor and Waterfront Ordinance, Section 5. Jim Hays, Harbormaster In order to satisfy those who are on waiting lists and to prevent overcrowding by moorings in Harpswell waters, I will start this season on the water locating and identifying abandoned/unregistered moorings and then have these removed in accordance with Sections 4 and 5 of the Harbor and Waterfront Ordinance.

Moorings, without a registration number permanently painted or burned into mooring balls, will be considered unregistered and subject to removal as defined in Section 5 of the Ordinance. This will open up needed mooring space and help to provide new mooring locations in harbors that have waiting lists as is the situation in Mackerel Cove, and to date seven (7) other separate harbor locations in Harpswell.

In 2005 I began the process of mooring inventory and GPS plotting of mooring locations throughout Harpswell. In that process I was able to talk to a number of people about waterfront issues and concerns. I will be back on the water in the spring continuing to inventory moorings, plotting mooring locations, and tending to waterfront concerns. I can be reached by calling the Town Office (833-5771).

The following are some of the activities I have been involved in in 2005: ƒ Attended the Maine Harbormasters training in April ƒ Worked with the Town Officials and Harbor & Waterfront Committee on the Harbor Management Plan ƒ Manually counted 835 moorings ƒ Plotted 1200 moorings into a GPS program ƒ Processed 135 mooring applications ƒ Provided transportation for Codes Enforcement inspections on Harpswell’s outer islands

22 Town Caretaker’s Report

The maintenance of Town-owned land and buildings is administered by Caretaker William Wells. Much of the necessary work is completed with assistance from individual volunteers, volunteer committees, and local contractors.

2005 was indeed a busy year as many tasks were undertaken and are summarized as follows: • Needed repairs were made to the Potts Point Town landing and a new storage site for the ramp and float was designated at Mitchell Field. • Signs have been posted at most of the Town Landings identifying the sites as public access to the water. • An ice skating rink was created at Mitchell Field with assistance from the Caretaker. • Woodard and Curran, the Town’s Engineering firm) completed a report regarding the condition of the buildings at Mitchell Field. As a result, abatements relative to hazardous materials are required. These issues have been addressed and competitive estimates have been secured. • Portions of the old fencing at Mitchell field have been removed while new fencing was added in the needed areas. • Fencing at the Trufant-Sumerton Ball field has been repaired. • The once wet basement in the Town Office building has been remedied and is now dry. • A plan of remediation concerning the leachate dilemma associated with the trash containers at the Recycling Center has been developed and will be implemented in spring 2006. • Parking lot lighting has been installed at the Town Office. • Two dry hydrants were replaced and one new dry hydrant was installed. • The exterior of the Old Town Meeting House has been entirely renovated. • Options for improving the path to the Giant Staircase are being explored. • Extensive landscaping was completed at the Town Office. • A massive clean up at Mackerel Cove was accomplished.

General upkeep is of course a daily undertaking and includes maintenance, repair and monitoring of all of the Towns assets including but not limited to the heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, the stand-by generator, lighting, plumbing ……….the list goes on.

Suggestions are welcome and should be e-mailed to [email protected]

23 Road Commissioner’s Report

2005 was an active year for the capital reconstruction of certain roads in Harpswell. Pursuant to a contract with Crooker and Sons, the following roads were completed—Ocean Street on Bailey Island, Pinkham Point, Stevens Corner, South Dyer’s Cove, Eggemoggin and Aucocisco Roads, all on Great Island. Field Road in Cundy’s Harbor, not covered under the Crooker contract, needs a final layer of pavement this year and some finishing touches.

In 2006, it is proposed that Dingley Island Road will be put out to bid for a similar capital reconstruction project.

General maintenance and ditching will become more of a priority in 2006. There has been some deferred maintenance over the past several years, and it is expected that a routine maintenance plan, to include ditch cleaning, will be more fully developed and implemented in 2006. Severe rainstorms in late 2005 caused more than the usual number of emergency road repairs to fill the resulting potholes.

At the end of 2005, elected Road Commissioner Warren Graybill stepped down from his position, just short of completing his three-year term in March 2006. Commissioner Graybill is to be thanked for his many contributions to the upkeep of Town roads and oversight of the winter snow contract over the course of his tenure.

Bob Venard was appointed by the Board of Selectmen to fill the vacant Road Commissioner position until the March 11 Town Meeting election.

24

Town Clerk’s Report

The Office of Municipal Clerk is older than the State of Maine. Beginning in 1639 the Massachusetts Court decreed that each Town record births, deaths, and ownership of lands. We are no longer responsible for keeping land records, but the list of our duties has never stopped growing.

We maintain records of all Town Meetings, manage the process of all elections, record death certificates, and issue marriage licenses. We also issue all fishing and hunting licenses and stamps, all dog licenses and kennel licenses, and manage a process under State Law known as the dog warrant which annually deals with unlicensed dogs. We issue all clam licenses (over 400 commercial and recreational) and all mooring permits (over 2200). State Law requires we register all businesses. We handle the absentee voting process for all written ballots and we chase you out the door when you mistakenly begin to leave with your absentee ballots.

We swear in all committee members and other appointees, as well as elected officials. We process passports and provide Notary Public services for anyone at no charge. We manage the Registrar of Voters Office and validate signatures on all State and local petitions. This highlights most, but not all the functions performed in the Town Clerk’s Office.

Recently we have been involved with the State-wide initiative that will centralize all voter lists. The State has delivered a new computer, printer, label-maker and scanner. Local control of maintaining our own voter lists will not change, but registrars throughout the State will be able to keep up more accurately with a mobile voter population and the public will be better served.

One of the pleasures of this job is that this Office is responsible for maintaining all of the Town records. These records date back to the 1700s. We welcome requests (by appointment) for assistance with genealogical research. We will help you review the records and hopefully you will find interesting information about your ancestors. Cathy Graybill Rosalind Knight Deputy Town Clerk Town Clerk I cannot close out 2005 without special thanks to all my election workers. Dozens of our fellow citizens come forward to work at the polls for the many elections we have each year. They attend classes and learn the procedures and updates to election laws, and sometimes work 15- hour work days to get the task done. It is a tough and demanding job and I could not fulfill my responsibility without their commitment to precision. I thank them and I thank the citizens of Harpswell for the privilege of serving you.

2005 Elections & Town Meetings March 13, 2005 June 14, 2005 November 8, 2005 Annual Town Meeting Special Municipal Referendum & State & Municipal Referendum Number of Voters: 1,398 M.S.A.D. #75 Budget Referendum Number of Voters: 2,393 Percentage of Voter Turnout: 30% Number of Voters: 606 Percentage of Voter Turnout: 54% Percentage of Voter Turnout: 13.3%

25 Licenses & Permits

INLAND FISH & WILDLIFE LICENSE SHELLFISH LICENSES Supersport 4 Resident Commercial 77 Hunt 149 Non-Resident Commercial 8 Fish 91 Resident Recreational 312 Archery 53 Non-Resident Recreational 31 Hunt/Fish Combo 89 Resident Over 65 Resident 18 Arch/Fish Comb 2 Non-Resident Over 65 Rec. Jr. Hunting 24 Small Game 3 DOG LICENSES Muzzleloading 55 Dogs 960 Migratory Waterfowl 47 Kennels 1 Pheasant 9 Fall Turkey 10 Bear 14 MOORINGS Coyote Night Hunt 16 Residents & Taxpayers 2083 Military Hunt/Fish 1 Non-Residents 124 Exp Archery Antlered 33 Rentals 120 Exp Archery Antlerless 39 State of Maine/Eagle Island 10 Non Resident Fish 2 Non Resident 3 Day Fish 1 PASSPORTS 81 Duplicates 14 Over 70 Complimentary: Fish 2 CERTIFIED VITAL COPIES 313 Hunt 2 Combo 1 REGISTERED BUSINESSES 11 Complimentary Bear Hunt 10 Complimentary Waterfowl 11 NOTARY SERVICES 205 Complimentary Pheasant 10 Complimentary Muzzleload 14

26 Vital Statistics

Births 34 Marriages 51 Deaths 43

Those who passed on in 2005

David J. Hutchins Mechanic Falls 36 1/12 Jessie L. Matthews 91 6/15 C. Philip Lape Portland 83 1/16 Clarice M. Darling 73 6/23 Richard D. Lawton 82 1/23 William O. Lindroth II 83 6/26 Dawn E. Ruszczyk Gardiner 44 1/28 Julia E. Fernald Brunswick 83 7/7 Alan G. McGuire Jr. 82 2/4 Gary R. Levasseur 44 7/8 E. Joyce Weeman 71 2/4 Elizabeth W. Porter 87 7/9 Laurie L.B. Alexander Topsham 45 2/16 Daniel H. O'Connell 81 7/18 James C. Coutts Jr. 77 2/17 Roberta F. Rogers 89 8/6 Janet G. Winchell Brunswick 92 2/20 Carolyn E. Johnson 61 8/7 Arthur D. Moore Jr. 60 2/23 Arthur G. Blatt 90 8/7 Thomas A. Yanok Massachusetts 49 2/23 Harold P. Baker 83 8/15 Gloria M. Penniman 74 3/1 Madelyn W. Muschamp 73 8/21 Hulda M. Forsyth 80 3/1 Eunice I. King 79 9/3 Helen D. Hunter Topsham 84 3/4 William A. Smith Jr. 80 9/3 Romeo A. Richards Jr. 58 3/12 Vera T. Sylvester 92 9/13 Estelle T. Fraser Massachusetts 88 3/18 Robert G. Spitzer 72 9/30 Max F. Schmitt 102 3/22 Andrew T. Leeman 67 10/4 Andrew T. Baldwin Westbrook 41 4/11 Charles R. Mann California 75 10/9 Franklin C. Johnson New Hampshire 97 4/11 Edgar A. Comee 88 10/14 Mary F. Cousins Brunswick 91 4/17 Kelly J. Butler 36 10/17 David H. Wright Hawaii 60 4/18 Ernets M. Crowther Jr. Portland 84 10/17 Grace B. Meikle 99 4/19 Philip L Waterman 73 10/24 Rakia I. Hatch 81 4/24 Gordon J. Gillette Sr. 82 10/26 Walter L. Burpee 75 4/24 Clifford W. Moody Jr. Brunswick 75 10/29 Elmer M. Nickerson Florida 86 4/29 Melvin E. Olson Florida 85 11/9 Claire M. Johnson 76 5/3 Eleanor M.B. Sumner Bath 99 11/12 Clayton W. Johnson 97 5/4 Alfred E. Moody Sr. Richmond 81 11/15 Marjorie C. Dunning 89 5/6 Dorothy J. Kerr 88 12/4 Georgianna J. McCabe Brunswick 92 5/18 Thelma J. Havas 90 12/7 David A. Wilson 35 5/20 Arthur T. Rowe Sr. 79 12/10 David H. Collins 82 5/23 Doris N. Sullivan Brunswick 85 12/21 Lucille P. Hershenhart 80 5/28 Robert F. Lamphier 64 12/23 George M. Buttle Florida 88 6/2 Leona A. Pulsifer 89 12/31

27 Tax Collector’s Report

It has been another busy year in the Tax Collector’s Office. Taxes were collected in two installments, October 15 and December 15. A re-evaluation of the Town was completed this year. Jill Caldwell joined the Tax Office in March 2005. She and her husband, Stuart, live on Orr’s Island. She is a wonderful asset to the Office.

Motor Vehicle & Inland Fisheries

Auto/Motorcycles/Trailers: Number registered: 6492

Boats: Number registered including Documented Vessels: 1976

ATV/Snowmobiles: Number registered: 439

Real Estate: Real Estate Tax Bills: 4,960 Total Revenue collected for 2005: $10,808,242.97

Jill Caldwell Martha York Deputy Tax Collector Tax Collector

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34 Treasurer’s Report

The Town ended 2005 with cash balances of approximately $3.3 million, a decrease of approximately $600,000 from the prior year. The decrease is the result of the substantial completion in 2005 of the capital road project, the Old Town Meetinghouse restoration and the Townwide revaluation. The monies for these projects had been borrowed in the fourth quarter of 2004 and were therefore on hand at December 31, 2004.

Our outstanding borrowings decreased by $415,800 consistent with the repayment schedules.

The Town’s General Fund was $3,493,511 at the end of 2005 having increased by $286,739 over the prior year. Of this, $538,714 is designated for ongoing projects, leaving an undesignated fund balance of $2,954,797.

The Town’s General Fund balance was used during the year to fund expenditures until such time as 2005 real and personal property taxes were received. To supplement these funds, the Town established a line of credit in the amount of $3,750,000 against which periodic draws were made. The interest rate on this line was 2.79%. The maximum outstanding short-term borrowing was 2.6 million and the interest cost for the year was $19,958. Interest earned on the General Fund totaled $49,833.

In July, the Town requested proposals for depository banking services from financial institutions. TDBanknorth (formerly People’s Heritage Bank) had been the Town’s depository bank for 7 years and we wanted to determine if our arrangements with them remained competitive. We received 7 proposals and Selectman Weil, the Town Administrator and I met with representatives of all responding institutions. After careful review of the proposals, the Selectmen voted to continue the Town’s relationship with TDBanknorth. This decision assures that we will incur no fee increase over the term of our arrangement.

Marguerite Kelly Treasurer

35 Town of Harpswell Treasurer’s Report of Bank Balances December 31, 2005

Bank Balances, beginning of period $4,061,221.34

Deposits: Tax collector receipts: Property taxes $9,355,661.42 Other receipts $1,453,182.04 Other Town receipts $497,751.70

Receipts from State of Maine $387,419.95 Other Governmental Receipts $2,102.00

Interest Earned $47,271.71

TAN Borrowings $2,600,000.00

Total Deposits $14,343,388.82 Payments: MSAD #75 $6,714,259.62 Cumberland County Tax $739,377.00 Town Meeting Warrant: Recurring items $4,222,808.15 Non-recurring items $766,244.60 TAN Repayments, incl. interest of $19,958 $2,619,958.00 Total payments $15,062,647.37

Other (NSF checks, bank corrections) ($1,667.07)

Bank Balances, end of period $3,340,295.72

36 Town of Harpswell Debt Service on Long-Term Debt 2006 - 2011

Interest Original Balance Issue Rate, % Amount May-06 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

Amortization: Existing Debt

1993 G.O. Bond 5.3 - 5.32 $600.0 $120.0 $40.0 $40.0 $40.0

1997 G.O. Bond 5.14- 5.24 $175.0 $35.0 $17.5 $17.5

2000 G.O. Bond 5.25 - 5.41 $1,209.8 $650.0 $140.0 $140.0 $150.0 $110.0 $110.0

2003 G.O. Bond 2.291 - 3.166 $840.0 $640.0 $50.0 $105.0 $105.0 $190.0 $190.0

2004 G.O. Bond 4.18 $700.0 $641.7 $58.3 $58.4 $58.3 $58.3 $58.4 $58.3 $58.3 $58.4 $58.3 $58.3 $58.4 (tax-exempt) 2004 G.O. Bond 5.7 $300.0 $240.0 $60.0 $60.0 $60.0 $60.0 (taxable) Total $3,824.8 $2,326.7 $365.8 $420.9 $413.3 $418.3 $358.4 $58.3 $58.3 $58.4 $58.3 $58.3 $58.4

Interest: $99.6 $83.2 $65.4 $47.3 $29.5 $16.3 $13.2 $11.9 $8.4 $3.2 $0.6

Total Debt Service $465.4 $504.1 $478.7 $465.6 $387.9 $74.6 $71.5 $70.3 $66.7 $61.5 $59.0

Notes: The 2004 G.O. Bond (taxable) is with BankNorth, N.A.. All other debt has been placed through the Maine Municipal Bond Bank. 1993 Issue: Improvements to Waste Disposal Center & Town offices. 1997 Issue: Town revaluation. 2000 Issue: Town office renovation and expansion, Waste Disposal Center improvements, land purchase (LeMay). 2003 Issue: Town office renovation and expansion, land purchase (Doughty Point), contrib. to HHT land purchase (Skolfield, Mackerel Cove). 2004 Issue (tax-exempt): Capital Road project (7 roads), Old Town Meetinghouse restoration. 2004 Issue (taxable): Town revaluation

Marguerite Kelly, Treasurer M.S.A.D. # 75 Directors

As of September 2005, our two elementary schools had a combined enrollment of 210 students (127 at Harpswell Islands School, 83 at West Harpswell School). This is down 20 students from 2004. Parent-teacher groups are active in both schools, providing support through fundraising and volunteering. The new West Harpswell playground is an excellent example of the efforts of community and school.

This past year’s budgeting in the Technology Account allowed rewiring and updating at West Harpswell and will continue at Harpswell Islands in the coming year. Also recommended in the upcoming budget are repairs to the West Harpswell exterior main entrance and continued replacement of windows, a nurse’s station sink and fresh air supplies in the art room and other rooms in the older section of Harpswell Island School. We are fortunate in both schools to have a dedicated and talented staff.

The Mount Ararat Middle School continues to offer a varied and relevant course of studies—one which reaches out to both the elementary and high school to promote a total alignment of curriculum. A central focus of the Middle School is to raise student achievement. To do this, the staff is concentrating its efforts in two areas: 1) Instructional Practice and Curricular Improvements and 2) School Organization and Parent/Community Engagement.

The Mount Ararat High School is part of the seventh largest school district in the State of Maine and is the second largest district in geographic size. Students are required to take a minimum of five credits for the year, and encouraged to take more. Advanced placement courses are offered by all departments and available in fourteen subject areas. This past year a total of 64% (an increase of 11%) enrolled in a post-secondary education program. Mount Ararat offers a broad variety of clubs and activities as well as an athletic program that includes 38 varsity and junior varsity team, and freshmen teams in 17 sports. Mount Ararat High School is presently involved in accreditation with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. This will be a year-long endeavor.

As your elected representatives on the S.A.D. # 75 School Board, we are committed to providing the highest quality education possible to the children of this district.

Joanne Rogers 833-5576 Dorothy “Dee” Carrier 729-1340 David A. Johnson 833-6773 Jane B. Meisenbach 833-0509

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Mark N. Dion Kevin J. Joyce Sheriff Chief Deputy

Office of the Sheriff Cumberland County 36 County Way Portland, Maine 04102-2755

February 15, 2006

Dear Citizens,

On behalf of the men and women of the Cumberland County Sheriff s Office, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you for the privilege of providing law enforcement services for the Town of Harpswell.

As we embark on anew year, the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is committed to providing prompt, efficient and professional law enforcement services to the citizens of Harpswell. Recently, the Cumberland County Sheriffs Office applied for and received a Homeland Security grant, which will link each laptop computer in the cruisers with dispatch and the jail. This new technology will allow the rapid transmission of various forms of data, such as booking photos, computer aided dispatching and the ability to query information from the Department of Motor Vehicles. We anticipate that this new technology will further enhance the efficiency and information sharing capabilities of each deputy assigned to the Town of Harpswell, as well as those working throughout Cumberland County.

We welcome your support, suggestions and input as we continue to strive for increased excellence in law enforcement services.

39 Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department Incident Report for January 1 – December 31, 2005

Nature of Incident Total Incidents Nature of Incident Total Incidents 911 Hang-up 93 Harassment 8 Abandoned Vehicle 124 Illegal Parking 12 Traffic Accidents 2 Burning with out a Permit 1 Accident w/Property Damage 137 Information Report 2 Accident w/Personal Injury 31 Inspection Permit 28 Agency Assistance 114 Intoxicated Person 4 Alarm 147 Investigate Unknown Problem 4 Alcohol Offense 2 Juvenile Problem 12 Animal Problem 210 Litter/Pollution/Public Health 4 Assault – Simple 10 Lockout – Assist 1 Attempt to Locate 71 Lost Property 16 Theft, Non-sufficient Funds 2 Medical Emergency 30 Boating Accident 3 Mental Subject 1 Burglary 21 Official Misconduct 8 Burglary to Motor Vehicle 17 Missing/Lost Person 6 Car Fire 1 Mutual Aid 1 Possible Heart Attack 2 Operating Under Influence 5 Child Abuse or Neglect 2 Overdose 1 Chimney Fire 3 Parking Problem 2 Citizen Assist 94 Pedestrian Check 18 Citizen Dispute 7 Probation/Parole Violation 1 Court Service 67 Property Check 371 Criminal Mischief 64 Prowler 2 Criminal Trespass 17 Recovered Stolen Property 4 Cruiser Accident 2 Recovered Stolen Vehicle 2 Custodial Interference 8 Relay/Transfer 2 Dead Body 1 Search Warrant 1 Debris in Road 21 Sex Offense 3 Message Delivery 4 Speed Complaint 26 Direct Traffic 2 Suicide 7 Disorderly (Not Defined) 3 Suspicious Person/Circumstance 122 Disturbance 41 Theft 39 Domestic Violence 11 Theft-Vehicle 4 Controlled Substance Problem 8 Threatening 17 Unknown Problem 1 Traffic Detail 2 Equipment Problem 9 Traffic Hazard 23 Escort 14 Traffic Violation 40 Fall 2 Unsecure Premise 5 Fight in Progress 1 Unwanted Phone Calls 9 Fire Alarm 4 Utility Problem 1 Fireworks 3 Wanted Person 21 Fish and Game Violation 30 Weapons Offense 12 Found Property 12 Welfare Check 24 Fraud 13 Wire Down 3

Total Incidents for 01/01/2005 – 12/31/2005 2,336

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Marine Resources Violation Summons Issued 12 Marine Resources Violation Warnings 62 Bushels Harvested Clams Checked 3,952 Pecks Harvested Clams Checked 118 Traffic Summons Issued 81 Days Patrolled by Boat 56 Diggers Checked 2,796 Agency Assists 173 Arrests 37

42 From the desk of

Maine State Legislature Senate President Beth Edmonds http://janus.state.me.us/legis 287-1500, or toll-free 1-800-423-6900 Email: [email protected] www.mainesenate.org/Edmonds

2006

Dear Harpswell Neighbors:

Each year as I prepare for the Legislative session, I reflect on you, my constituents, and what a great honor and awesome responsibility I have as your State Senator. I carry with me the many cares, hopes and dreams you shared with me as I went door-to-door in 2004 or have contacted me about since that time. Little did I know when I first ran for the Senate that I would now occupy the seat of Senate President - only the second woman in Maine’s history to have that title. I am ever mindful that I would not have had this opportunity if it were not for the confidence you placed in me, however, when you went to the voting booths. Thank you so much! 2006 is the Second Regular Session of Maine’s 122nd Legislature. We are working hard to address the approximately 500 bills that were introduced this year. Our statutory adjournment date is April 19th. As you know, we are facing astronomical gas and home heating fuel prices – causing many of our elderly and less fortunate citizens much fear and apprehension. To alleviate some of this, the legislature made this its first item of business when we convened in January and appropriated $5 million for fuel and energy assistance for Maine people. We must put our people first! Maine is such a special place to live and work. That is why addressing the viability of our economy, the environment, academic excellence for our children, and increasing the education and skill of our workers are so important. All levels of government must work together with the citizens so that we make good decisions and help our towns to prosper and continue to be special places. As you gather today to organize the governance of your community, think about how we can work together on issues that are most important to you and your family. I invite you to come to Augusta while we are in session to hear firsthand how the legislature works. Committee hearings are also open to the public. You can check schedules for either of these by going to the Legislature’s website at http://janus.state.me.us/legis or by calling the Legislative Information Office at 287-1692. It is your State House and your government. I invite you to come and learn more about it and how you can make a difference; and, as always, if I can be of assistance, please contact me at the State House (287-1500), by message on the Senate toll free line (1-800-423-690) or by e-mail ([email protected]). Best wishes for a healthy and fruitful year!

Sincerely,

Beth Edmonds

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44 Budget Advisory Committee

The Budget Advisory Committee (“BAC” or the “Committee”) completed its review of the 2006 municipal budget in early January. At our initial organizational meeting, the BAC was charged with review of municipal appropriations, both recurring and non-recurring items. The County and MSAD #75 school budgets, and salaries and wages for Town employees are not under the scope of the BAC.

In reviewing the municipal budget, the BAC built on the process developed in the prior year. This included prioritizing and scheduling budget component reviews by greatest percentage of financial resources requested or consumed and assessing individual funding requests based on amount needed.

The Committee initially recommended to the Selectmen a municipal budget totaling approximately 6.85% higher than that adopted by Town meeting for 2005. Debt Service in 2006 will decrease by approximately 7% due to an anomaly in the debt repayment schedule. The Selectmen continue to make modifications to the budget.

If there is one common denominator pushing nearly all budgets higher it is the increased costs of energy. This factor played out in all departments to a greater or lesser extent pushing the overall budget upwards. The municipal building has increased costs for HVAC, electricity and heating fuel, as do libraries in Town. Employees who travel for their job must have gasoline expenses increased, as do Town maintenance vehicles and fire departments. The Town currently buys fuel in bulk, which benefits many municipal departments, as well as the low income when in need of emergency home heating assistance.

With respect to individual departments, (energy costs excepted), many budgets were similar to the past year or two. Overall, there was an attempt to be conservative in operating expenses and prudent in capital reserves. The BAC looked for ways to save money in daily operations while moving ahead on needed improvements or special projects approved by voters in the previous Town Meeting. Some of these projects are defined in the Comprehensive Plan.

Some notable changes to the previous year’s budget follow. • A new line item for Registrar of Voters was approved. • Assessing budget has increased due to a change in personnel to one full-time assessor, one part-time assessor and limited office assistance. • The Recycling Center five-year capital plan was updated. Revenues from the Recycling Center have increased over previous years. An additional amount is needed to cover pumping leacheate holding tanks and for purchasing compost bins. • Fire Departments: Cundy’s, Orrs and Bailey Islands, and Harpswell Neck, each requested an increase in operating budgets due to fuel costs as well as the need to update equipment. • Orrs/Bailey Island Fire Department requested additional money for roof replacement.

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• Emergency Services/Advanced Life Support have increased both due to gasoline costs and to the increase in the number of service calls. The Town is committed to providing emergency services to anyone in need, regardless of their financial circumstances. • Library budgets: Curtis Memorial’s increase will put the Town at its share of 10%. Cundy’s and Orr’s Libraries’ operating budgets are a modest increase. • West Harpswell Library has been proposed with a Town contribution equal to that of the other Town libraries. Curtis Memorial Library has agreed to assist in the set-up and with book and computer donations. The exact site of the library is to be determined although a house near Mitchell Field is under consideration. • Harpswell Community Broadcast presented their budget. The operating expenses were the same as the last two years with new money requested for a generator. Other money is reserved in a capital account for digital conversion. • Cumberland County Sheriff’s budget, including Communications and Summer contracts, was accepted with no money for a new vehicle this year. • Marine Patrol was budgeted for one patrol warden with no vehicle. This decrease from two to one warden resulted in increasing the line item for clam flat survey. • The Harbormaster (now a fulltime position) requested an increased budget for equipment, including new moorings. Money was reserved for motor replacement, • Road Maintenance budget is increased to maintain and repair Town owned roads. Signs are needed in additional locations. • Capital Reserves: Road reconstruction costs will be covered with monies raised and appropriated and the rest bonded for full or partial reconstruction of specified roads. • Special Projects: Mitchell Field. A short-term plan from the Recreation Committee was presented to include a variety of sports and activities. • General Assistance or welfare budget has increased 30% in direct response to need.

We were pleased with the information provided to us by each of the Town departments and by those outside organizations making requests of the Town. The representatives making verbal presentations to the Committee were extremely helpful to us in our efforts. We greatly appreciate the professionalism of the Town Administrator Kristi Eiane, her staff and we particularly wish to thank Budget Coordinator Linda Strickland and Treasurer Marguerite Kelly for their invaluable assistance to us.

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Planning Board

During 2005 the Planning Board held 11 meetings and heard 31 applications. On site inspections were performed at 26 properties. The Board also held two workshops to discuss procedural matters and proposed ordinance changes. A third workshop was held with a DEP staff member specializing in shoreline zoning.

Reflecting demand for Harpswell coastal property, applications to reconstruct non- conforming structures increased from 8 in 2004 to 13 in 2005. Of these, 5 were approved, 3 approved with conditions, 1 was an additional approval to a previously approved application, and 4 were denied. There were 8 site plan reviews of which 4 were approved, 1 approved with conditions, 1 tabled and 2 withdrawn.

Additionally, there were 7 subdivision hearings, all amendments to existing subdivisions, all of which were approved. There was 1 application for land use in the shoreline zone, which was approved and, finally, 2 wharf hearings, 1 approved and 1 approved with conditions.

With the able support and guidance of the Town Planner and Planning Assistant, the Board further enlarged its role in land use planning, proposing new ordinances or modifications to existing ones. Meetings were held with the Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee with the Board acting as a resource in the development of new ordinances and changes to existing ordinances, so necessary if Harpswell is to effectively manage future growth and preserve its community character.

The Planning Board is composed of 5 members and 2 associates. Currently, a vacancy exists for an associate member and interested citizens are encouraged to apply at the Town Office. The Board wishes to acknowledge the thoughtful interest, support and counsel of Sam Alexander, our Selectman liaison, and Board alumnus.

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals met four times in 2005 and received three applications for variances, one administrative appeal of a decision by the Codes Enforcement Office, and one appeal of a Planning Board decision. One variance was approved and two denied. The administrative appeal was denied. The appeal of the Planning Board’s decision was also denied.

The Board thanks both Reed Coles for his long service on the Board, and Karen O’Connell for her attention to detail as Recording Secretary, bo th having recently left their positions.

The Board also recognizes the fine work of Planning Assistant Marsha Hinton and Codes Enforcement Officers Terri Sawyer and Bill Wells.

47 Conservation Commission

The Harpswell Conservation Commission has the responsibility of conducting research and giving advice that will help better utilize, protect, and plan for the Town's natural resources and open areas. The Conservation Commission seeks to coordinate its activities with existing Town committees, departments, and with other conservation bodies.

The Commission continues to educate and sponsor conservation projects to protect water resources and natural areas. The rain barrel program, initiated in 2004 and continued into 2005, attracted 20 additional residents. Bait barrels, a design sheet, and a parts list were provided for conversion into rain barrels. A local bait company provided the barrels.

Compost added to the soil increases water absorption as well as enriching it. In 2005, an additional 160 residents purchased the “Earth Machine”, a well designed compost bin that turns kitchen scraps, grass clippings and dead leaves into a dark, crumbly, earthy-smelling product that is perfect for adding to Harpswell’s predominantly clay soils. Users are am azed at how much it has cut down on what they take to the recycling center. In 2006 the Commission will continue to work with the Recycling Center to offer the backyard composters. Not only do the owners benefit from the rich compost, but also their use saves tax dollars by reducing the waste that is trucked out of Town. In the coming year the Recycling Center will have additional composters available for those who missed the ordering period. Photo by Tony Barrett Rhonda Weaver and volunteer, The Commission is working with the Comprehensive Wes Wood, loading her new composter. Plan Implementation Committee by agreeing to undertake the Open Space Plan, a mandated section of Harpswell’s Comprehensive Plan. In order to gather citizen’s views on these issues, the Commission worked with the Recreation Committee in crafting the Recreation & Open Space Survey. Please fill out the green survey form (available at Town Meeting or the Town Office) to provide your views on Open Space.

An Adopt-a-Road program is being established in Harpswell to encourage resident and groups to recognize the advantages of litter-free roadways. Initially it will cover Routes 24 and 123, Mountain Road and Cundy’s Harbor Road. Many of us have seen private individuals, bags in hand, picking up litter along Harpswell’s roads. There are also informal pickups made by groups in the spring around “Earth Day.” The new program will concentrate on safe removal of trash and recognition of individuals and groups who work to keep Harpswell’s roadways litter - free. Watch the Town’s website, http://www.harpswell.maine.gov/ for information or to become a part of the program. Commission members continue to be active on the Town Lands, Recreation, and Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committees to coordinate efforts and re- enforce its mission. Two members are Trustees on the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust.

Town residents interested in supporting the Commission's efforts are encouraged to contact any Commissioner or attend a monthly meeting, the third Tuesday of the month.

48 Comprehensive Plan Implementation

The Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee (CPIC) was appointed by the Selectmen in April 2005, to begin implementing the Comprehensive Plan Update of 2005, adopted by the March 2005 Town Meeting. Under the guidance of its first Chairman, Reed Coles, and Town Planner, Jay Chace, the Committee first identified many action items that could be handled by various Town committees, such as the Conservation Commission, the Planning Board, and the Recreation Committee.

Then the CPIC itself worked to develop ordinance changes that would implement the plan’ s fundamental goals for managing future growth as identified by Townspeople - preservation of the rural character of the Town, preservation and enhancement of vibrant villages where future growth will be particularly encouraged, and measures such as affordable housing that will help to preserve our diverse population.

A series of public meetings and published articles will be used to help the Committee inform Townspeople of its proposals. The Committee plans to incorporate citizen comments as we prepare our recommendations for consideration. We appreciate the feedback received thus far and hope for continued dialogue with you.

Housing Sub-Committee

The Committee began meeting last fall (2005) and regularly reports to the CPIC on its recommendations.

The Sub-Committee’s role, as defined by CPIC and the Comprehensive Plan, includes: (1) exploring the creation of a public program for affordable housing: (2) encouraging affordable housing in new subdivisions: (3) enabling subdivisions to provide some affordable housing or contribution toward affordable housing: (4) and “develop[ing] a plan for the use of the two dwellings and their land when they are finally given over to the Town.” (Harpswell Comprehensive Plan, Mitchell Field section).

The Sub-Committee has been working on: (1) a plan for affordable housing units at the .82 acre “Navy” property at Mitchell Field: (2) recommendations on the “in -law apartment” ordinance change: (3) establishment of a support/referral information program to support Harpswell Senior Citizens: (4) an Affordable Housing Ordinance Draft for Harpswell: and (5) creation of a Harpswell Housing Trust as a vehicle for creating affordable housing in Harpswell.

As our Comprehensive Plan outlines that Harpswell should “pursue the development of five to ten new affordable housing units annually over the next ten years,” the Sub -Committee believes that a proactive role best serves the Town.

49 Fire and Ambulance Committee

The Fire and Ambulance Committee is comprised of the operational leaders of the three Fire and EMS organizations of Harpswell and the Town’s Emergency Management agent. In addition, one or more representatives of the Town’s administration a ttend meetings to stay abreast of issues facing our emergency responders. Our Committee meets as required by the workload and exists to provide a liaison between the three independent emergency organizations and the Town of Harpswell. This is an important link as all three Fire Departments are independent of the Town and of each other. Although the Town provides partial financial support to these services, it does not own or operate any associated stations or equipment. All three department’s volunteers are covered by the Town’s Workers Compensation Insurance but are not Town employees per se.

The people of Harpswell are currently served by seven pieces of pumping apparatus, four water tankers, three ambulances and two rescue/utility units. These are typically staffed by around seventy operational responders with additional administrative members. This would be considered large by the standards of most communities of our population but the geographic circumstances of our Town necessitate it.

2005 presented a substantial increase in call volume. Although we have seen steady increases in runs in recent years, there was a pronounced spike in calls for 2005. Most of this is reflected in medical emergencies with some increase in fire calls also. Our call volume totals for 2005 are as follows:

Department Ambulance Fire Cundys Harbor 118 57 Harpswell Neck 134 103 Orrs-Bailey Island 144 50 Total: 396 210

Total calls for all Departments in 2005 were 606. This compares to 503 in 2004.

50 Harbor & Waterfront Committee

The Harbor and Waterfront Committee welcomed Jim Hays as Harpswell’s new Harbormaster.

The main concerns of the Committee have been mooring placement, mooring fees, the reclassification of Harpswell waters, and a Harbor Management Plan. The Harbor Management Plan will include mooring plans for Mackerel Cove and Cundy’s Harbor as well as other locations in order to provide additional mooring placements. The Committee reviewed mooring fees and made recommendations to the Selectmen. It will also continue its ongoing review of the Harpswell Harbor and Waterfront Ordinance.

To help the Town protect its 216 miles of coastline from indiscriminate location of moorings, the Committee is creating a map to classify the boundaries of the many harbors in Harpswell. Approval of the map by Harpswell residents will be needed at a future Town Meeting.

Town Lands Committee

The Town Lands Committee has the duties of inventorying, assessing current uses and management of Town properties, and reporting to the Selectmen those findings, and making recommendations for improvements and maintenance of those properties.

To date, the Committee has inventoried and identified Town landings and Town-owned islands, recommended signage for all of the properties, started a pictorial and informational directory of the properties which will be available for the public to view.

We welcome any old photos of the Town and any historical information that anyone wishes to share for the purpose of the directory as well.

The Committee will be working on a television presentation to introduce the public to the Town's lands, and ways in whic hthe public can participate in the stewardship of its properties.

Our work for the remainder of our term includes implementing a system for monitoring the properties and offering opportunities to Harpswell's citizens to participate in the care of its lands. These properties belong to all of us and we encourage anyone with an interest in assisting us in the monitoring process, or keeping us apprised of any property’s needs, to please let us know.

The Committee meets on the first Tuesday of each month and public attendance is welcomed.

51 Marine Resources Report

Most folks don’t realize that the softshell clam industry in Harpswell has an estimated commercial value of $2.2 million dollars annually. The personal and recreational value is just as high but, of course, cannot be measured in dollars. The resource is owned by everyone and State Law mandates that 10% of all licenses be reserved for non-residents. There are 77 resident and 8 nonresident commercial licenses issued.

There is no limit set on the number of recreational licenses so the numbers vary year-to- year. In 2005, 312 residents and 31 non-residents purchased recreational licenses. Most of the commercial diggers work year round and support families by their harvesting. Scores of recreational diggers share the special experience of digging a “mess” of clams and the reward of a unique self-provided meal throughout the summer.

Unfortunately, coastal communities blessed with this resource are required under State Law to manage and police the resource, and that imposes expense to the Town. To that end, the Town adopted the Harpswell Shellfish ordinance about 25 years ago; it is amended by Town Meeting as times change. The Ordinance mandates the appointment of the Marine Resources Committee to oversee the industry locally.

The Selectmen make appointments to this Committee annually. Residency is a requirement but the Selectmen have traditionally sought balance (commercial and recreational interests) on the committee because the resource belongs to all of us. Some of the responsibilities of the Committee follow:

• Clam flat surveys are conducted annually under a program that includes the scientific analyses of professional marine biologists to ascertain the overall population of clams in Harpswell jurisdiction, thus determining the quantity of licenses that can be supported by the resource. • Water samples are gathered at various locations throughout the Town on a regular basis and analyzed in the State lab to guard against a number of potential health problems. • Organized programs to harvest seed clams from fertile areas and transplant them to depleted or unproductive regions in Town are undertaken by the Committee and professional diggers. • The State has assigned Don Card, a marine biologist with the Department of Marine Resources, to our area and he attends every monthly meeting of the Committee (and he has for years) to offer his expertise as required. Don is involved with every reseeding project and conservation closure.

The outgoing Committee has worked hard this past year and dealt with some difficult issues but senses a reluctance by the general population to volunteer for an appointment to the Committee. We hope this overview, explaining our function, goals, and value to the community will cause you to become involved with us. Please volunteer. We need both commercial harvesters and members of the general public. We meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Town office the last Tuesday of each month. The public is always welcome.

52 Library Committee

The Library Committee continues to assess Townwide needs and help residents become more aware of the services, activities, and events provided by all three libraries for the community. The Committee includes representatives from Cundy’s Harbor, Curtis Memorial and Orr’s Island Libraries, as well as resident representatives of all of Harpswell.

We began our year with a brainstorming session about library services, both those existing and possible future services for Harpswell residents. Ideas ranged from giving input to the Agreement between the Town and Curtis Memorial Library, implementing the Comprehensive Plan as it regards libraries, and looking ahead at Long Range Planning, which we feel is essential for effective, efficient service to our residents. Broad topic areas covered are programs, outreach, publicity, information technology, facilities and operation.

For the third year, a children’s summer program, sponsored by the Curtis Memorial Library and coordinated by members of the Library Committee, was held at the Kellogg Church. The event, in spite of cold weather, was enthusiastically attended. Children were given the opportunity to sign up for a library card and to take out books on that day.

Cooperation and strong support for each other continues among the three libraries. Cooperation among the three included joint publicity on brochures, participating in the Harpswell Festival, shared information and planning. The Committee supports the growing services provided by Cundy’s Harbor and Orr’ s Island libraries and the broader resources of Curtis Memorial Library, whose extensive and specialized material as well as access to databases and the Internet, is Harpswell’s full -service library.

Committee members are listed in the front of the Town Report. Selectman Gordon Weil is the Selectmen’s liaison to the Committee. Curtis Library Director, Steve Podgajny, attended all meetings.

53 Cundy’s Harbor Library

2005 was a year of change for Cundy’s Harbor Library. Under the leadership of former president Linda Prybylo, the Library initiated plans for an addition to accommodate a growing collection and usage, and to provide – for the first time – a bathroom. When Linda left for Minnesota last summer, the Board was fortunate to have Sue Hawkes take over as president. Library director Dallas van Koll left for Texas in November after a successful two and a half years. The Trustees are grateful for the contributions made by these people. After a search for a new library director, Pam Kenney took over, bringing new enthusiasm and skills to the Library.

Last year’s events included a community read, the children’s summer reading program, and a successful book sale. The Library participated in the annual Cundy’s Harbor Day with a readers recognition ceremony, and hosted the ice cream social, and the first Annual Blessing of the Fleet at the Library Park.

This March the Community Read choice is Trevor Corson’s “The Secret Life of Lobsters,” sure to be of interest in Harpswell. Young readers are invited to read and discuss “The Young Man and the Sea” by Rodman Philbrick, and the youngest readers may read “Lobsterman” by Dahlov Ipcar. All three books are available at the Library. Times and dates will be announced later on the website (http:/www.cundysharbor.lib.me.us), or call 725-1461 during library hours.

New Library hours are: Tuesdays 1-6 pm Thursdays 3-5 pm Saturdays 9-2 pm

Building plans proceed under the oversight of trustee Harry Rich and are now in the permitting stage. Under the rallying cry “All things are possible” we hope to complete the addition by 2007.

The Library houses a special section on Harpswell and Maine. Parent-Teachers Association minutes from the library archives have been turned over to the Harpswell Historical Society as part of the Town’s school history.

The Trustees want to thank the Town for their support and look forward to serving the community in the future.

Sue Hawkes, President Harry Rich, Vice President Ann Greene, Trustee Anne Perry, Secretary Pam Bichrest, Treasurer Denise Deshaies, Trustee Jody Watson, Trustee

54 Orr’s Island Public Library

The Orr’s Island Public Library has had another busy year with our usual offering of services, including reading material, books on tape and CDs, computer/ Internet service, and a video collection. The year was a special one, as we marked our 100th anniversary.

Our Library encourages the use of the Library facility by community organizations for meetings. We continue to offer monthly workshops for computer use, with Tom Colkitt providing assistance, both to the library and to individual users.

Our volunteers, the community and our generous patrons and supporters all participated, resulting in a successful summer Book Sale and Fair.

Our Librarian, Joanne Rogers, reports that we have served over 4000 patrons, who checked out books, audios, videos and children’s books. Joanne is assisted by Vivian Addison and a number of volunteers, who enable us to provide the current level of services to the community in a cost effective manner.

Our Summer Program includes providing our youth with programs presented by the Chewonki Foundation. These presentations involved hands on participation, especially enjoyed by our youthful participants.

The financial support provided by the Town of Harpswell and the community-at-large are sincerely appreciated. The Town’s support of these services provides its citizens with an important educational and recreational resource for all age groups. This assists us in reaching our goal to increase our services, thereby ensuring that we meet the needs of the community and are accessible to the maximum number of patrons.

55 Curtis Memorial Library

An Open Letter to the Citizens of Harpswell February 2006

For thirty years the Town of Harpswell has provided its residents with full access to the Curtis Memorial Library by paying a share of the library’s annual operating budget. By doing so, the Town has guaranteed all Harpswell residents the same right to be cardholders and full users of the library services as Brunswick residents. The number of Harpswell cardholders has grown to be a significant portion of the Town’s population. The arrangement works well, and the library’s staff and Board of Directors are pleased with Curtis Memorial Library’s important and expanding role in the Harpswell community, as evidenced by participation in the Harpswell Library Committee and outreach programs.

Curtis Memorial Library is not a department of the Town of Brunswick, although Brunswick taxpayers built and maintain the library building. The library is operated by a library board and draws most of its basic operating budget of $1,071,138 for fiscal year 05/06 from municipal funds with $95,918 coming from Harpswell and $921,850 coming from Brunswick. The public support from Brunswick amounts to $43.04 per capita, and from Harpswell it is $18.30.

The Harpswell appropriation equates to considerably less than the actual use by residents. Presently, Harpswell provides 9.4% of the municipal funding for operations, while accounting for 13.6% of the cardholders, and 12.5% of the borrowing activity. It is also important to remember that the capital investment in the new facility has been borne totally by the taxpayers of Brunswick ($4.0 million) and by private donors ($2.2 million). Brunswick pays for debt service and insurance costs of $409,882.

Harpswell residents are represented on the library’s Board of Directors and on the Board of the Friends of the Library. We are happy to have signed a memorandum of understanding with the Selectmen formalizing Harpswell’s involvement in the the library, and expanding the library’s role in providing services to the citizens of Harpswell.

The library greatly values the support from the Town of Harpswell. We also believe that the library offers, at a very cost-effective price, a superior product to Harpswell through its wide range of services and fine staff. The Harpswell appropriation remains absolutely vital to the maintenance of high quality library service. We are submitting a request for $101,776. This amount is equal to 10% of the library’s total municipal support for last year, and is the final step in the library’s request that Harpswell reach 10% of the total municipal funding.

Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.

Brian Damien, Acting Director Curtis Memorial Library

56

Town of Harpswell Office of Town Administrator P.O. Box 39 Harpswell, ME 04079

February 14, 2006

The Board of Selectmen engaged Runyon, Kersteen and Ouellette (RKO) of South Portland, Maine to perform an independent audit of the financial statements of the Town of Harpswell for fiscal year 2005 (January through December).

For the first time ever, the Town has provided an electronic version of its entire financial statements on the Town’s website at www.harpswell.maine.gov . As part of the online report you will find that RKO has issued an unqualified opinion on the financial statements of the Town. You may also review the print version of the financial statements at the Town Office.

In addition, RKO provided a management letter to the Town.

Following are extracts from the financial statements which provide an overview of Harpswell’s finances. Please note that where the term “original budget” is used with reference to expenditures, it means the amount was adopted by the Town Meeting. Other amounts were carried forward from previous years.

These tables follow:

Statement 4: Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances Governmental Funds

Exhibit A-1: Comparative Balance Sheets General Fund

Exhibit A-2: General Fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance Budget and Actual (Budgetary Basis of Accounting)

Exhibit B-2: Other Nonmajor Governmental Funds Combining Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances

Please let us know if you would like other information to be provided in the Annual Report in future years. The transition to the new Town auditors was virtually seamless, largely thanks to the cooperation and assistance of our staff, particularly that of the Town’s Treasurer.

Telephone (207) 833~5771 Fax (207) 833~0058 E-mail [email protected] 59

State m e nt 4 2005 Excerpts of Financial Schedules T O W N OF HARPSWELL, M AINE State m e nt of R e v e nues, Expe nditure s and Changes in Fund B alances Governmental Funds Fo r the year e nded December 31, 2005 O the r T o tal Governmental Governmental Ge ne ral Funds Funds R e ve nues: T a xe s $ 10,605,617 - 10,605,617 Inte rgove rnm e nta l 323,339 - 323,339 Fine s and violations 24,381 - 24,381 M is cella ne ous 438,575 122,886 561,461 T ota l re ve nue s 11,391,912 122,886 11,514,798

E xpe nditure s: C urre nt: G e ne ra l go ve r nm e nt 1 ,013,181 - 1 ,013,181 P ublic works 763,466 - 763,466 P rote c tion and safety 624,978 - 624,978 H ealth and welfare 28,783 - 28,783 C ultura l a n d recreation 176,836 48,448 225,284 E ducation 6 ,714,259 - 6 ,714,259 C ounty taxes 739,377 - 739,377 O ve rla y/a ba te m e nts 67,035 - 67,035 D e bt service 554,389 - 554,389 C a pita l a nd special proje c ts 334,312 773,844 1 ,108,156 T ota l e xpenditures 11,016,616 822,292 11,838,908

E xc e ss (deficiency) of revenues over (under) expenditures 375,296 (699,406) (324,110)

O the r financing sources (uses): T ra ns fe rs (to) from other funds ( 88,557) 88,557 - T ota l othe r financing sources (uses) ( 88,557) 88,557 -

N e t change in fund balances 286,739 (610,849) (324,110)

Fund balances, be ginning of year 3 ,206,772 669,893 3 ,876,665

Fund balances, e nd of ye ar $ 3 ,493,511 59,044 3 ,552,555 S e e accompanying notes to financial statements.

60 E xhib it A-1

T O W N OF HARPSWELL, M AINE C om parative Balance Sheets G eneral Fund D ecember 31, 2005 and 2004 2005 2004

A SS E T S C a sh and cash equivalents $ 3 ,1 92,416 3 ,9 16,095 R eceivables: T a x e s 4 6 0 ,9 2 2 2 3 0 ,4 8 0 T a x liens 3 9 ,587 4 3 ,081 O th e r 3 5 ,042 2 4 ,105 P re p a id items 1 2 ,640 1 7 ,081

T otal assets $ 3,740,607 4,230,842

L IA B IL IT IE S AND FUND BALANCE L ia b ilities: A ccounts payable 3 8 ,880 2 0 3 ,4 7 1 T a x e s paid in advance 3 ,4 69 - D e fe rre d revenues 1 4 5 ,0 0 0 1 3 5 ,6 8 7 In terfunds: S p ecial Revenue 5 5 ,271 7 2 ,493 C a p ital Projects 4 ,4 76 6 1 2 ,4 1 9 T o ta l liabilities 2 4 7 ,0 9 6 1 ,0 24,070

F u n d balance: U n re se rv e d : D e sig n a te d for subsequent years expenditures 5 3 8 ,7 1 4 5 0 3 ,2 9 2 U n d e sign a te d 2 ,9 54,797 2 ,7 03,480 T o ta l fund balance 3 ,4 93,511 3 ,2 06,772

T otal liabilities and fund balance $ 3,740,607 4,230,842

61 Exhibit A-2

TOWN OF HARPSWELL, MAINE General Fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance Budget and Actual (Budgetary Basis of Accounting) For the year ended December 31, 2005 Variance Budgeted amounts positive Original Final Actual (negative)

Revenues: Taxes: Property taxes $ 9,461,389 9,461,389 9,559,706 98,317 Change in deferred property tax revenue - - ( 9,313) ( 9,313) Interest and fees on property taxes 20,200 20,200 13,631 ( 6,569) Excise taxes 1,030,250 1,030,250 1,041,593 11,343 Total taxes 10,511,839 10,511,839 10,605,617 93,778

Intergovernmental: Municipal revenue sharing 200,000 200,000 202,629 2,629 Local road assistance 46,000 46,000 45,300 ( 700) Homestead exemption 58,866 58,866 59,182 316 Tree growth 9,500 9,500 2,209 ( 7,291) General assistance 2,500 2,500 7,592 5,092 Veterans exemption 4,000 4,000 2,954 ( 1,046) Other 3,500 3,500 3,473 ( 27) Total intergovernmental 324,366 324,366 323,339 ( 1,027)

Fines and violations 6,000 6,000 24,381 18,381

Miscellaneous: Interest earned 22,400 22,400 49,512 27,112 Cable TV franchise fee 40,000 40,000 47,562 7,562 Licenses, fees and permits 124,650 124,650 120,985 ( 3,665) Recycling center and disposal fees 182,100 182,100 185,990 3,890 Donations and gifts 5,000 8,210 19,612 11,402 Sale of town equipment - - 6,003 6,003 Unclassified 3,900 3,900 8,911 5,011 Total miscellaneous 378,050 381,260 438,575 57,315

Total revenues 11,220,255 11,223,465 11,391,912 168,447

62 E xh ib it A-2, Cont. T O W N OF HARPSWELL, M AINE G en eral Fund S tatem en t of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance B u d get and Actual (Budgetary Basis of Accounting), Continued year ended December 31, 2005 B alan ces V arian ce B alan ces A rticle carried B u d geted amounts p ositive carried # A ccou n t forw ard O rigin al F in al A ctu al (n egative) forw ard E xpenditures: G en eral governm ent: 27 E lec ted officials - 109,750 109,750 109,726 24 - 28 G en eral administration: A d m in istration - 235,895 235,895 221,646 14,249 - A ssessing - 74,470 74,470 53,908 20,562 - P ublic information - 11,000 11,000 9 ,971 1 ,029 - 29 T ax collector's office - 32,644 32,644 27,384 5 ,260 - 30 T o w n clerk's office - 48,515 48,515 40,154 8 ,361 - 31 C ode enforcement - 108,660 108,660 102,092 6 ,568 - 32/70 P la nning - 65,725 65,725 57,514 8 ,211 - 33 T rea su re r - 2 ,450 2 ,450 920 1 ,530 - 34 E m p lo y e e benefits - 205,478 205,478 185,969 19,509 - 35 R isk management - 55,125 55,125 49,154 5 ,971 5 ,971 36 L eg a l services - 50,000 50,000 66,108 ( 16,108) * - 37 M em b ersh ip - 12,813 12,813 12,826 ( 13) * - 38 C o m m ittees & commissions - 5 ,070 5 ,070 2 ,986 2 ,084 - 39 O p erations and maintenance: M unicipal buildings and property - 57,778 57,778 59,771 ( 1 ,993) * - O ld town house & commons - 3 ,200 3 ,200 3 ,544 ( 344) * - T o w n clean up - 1 ,000 1 ,000 300 700 - T o w n dock 160 2 ,500 2 ,660 5 ,229 ( 2 ,569) * - M ac k erel cove / town landing - 3 ,700 3 ,700 3 ,979 ( 279) * - T o ta l general government 160 1 ,085,773 1 ,085,933 1 ,013,181 72,752 5 ,971

P ublic works: 40 P ublic works: S now removal - 368,500 368,500 381,725 ( 13,225) - M ain te n an ce 40,000 20,000 60,000 29,487 30,513 16 ,828 C o m m issioner services - 15,500 15,500 15,500 - - R o a d / street signs - 2 ,000 2 ,000 2 ,460 ( 460) - 42 R e cy c ling and transfer station - 382,120 382,120 334,294 47,826 - T o ta l public works 40,000 788,120 828,120 763,466 64,654 16 ,828

P ro tec tion and safety: 43 E m e rg e n cy services 5 ,710 148,850 154,560 146,656 7 ,904 7 ,281 C F D ry hydrant development 18,267 - 18,267 13,262 5 ,005 5 ,005 44 L aw enforcement and communication - 266,321 266,321 266,321 - - 45 S h e llfish conservation enforcement 614 123,821 124,435 124,349 86 - 46 W a ter quality testing 4 ,000 1 ,600 5 ,600 5 ,580 20 - 48 S tree t lighting - 27,550 27,550 24,843 2 ,707 - 49 H arb o r management - 24,750 24,750 24,702 48 - 50 A n im a l control - 22,275 22,275 19,265 3 ,010 - T o ta l protection and safety 28,591 615,167 643,758 624,978 18,780 12 ,286 H ea lth and welfare: 51 H ea lth and welfare - 26,350 26,560 28,783 ( 2 ,223) * - T o ta l health and welfare - 26,350 26,560 28,783 ( 2 ,223) -

C u ltural and recreation: 3 C u rtis memorial library - 95,918 95,918 95,918 - - 52 C u ltural and education programs - 25,000 25,000 24,719 281 - 53 H arp sw e ll comm unity broadcasting - 35,000 35,000 35,000 - - 54 R e creation - general - 21,292 21,292 21,199 93 - T o ta l cultural and recreation - 177,210 177,210 176,836 374 -

63 Exhibit A-2, Cont. TOWN OF HARPSWELL, MAINE General Fund Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance Budget and Actual (Budgetary Basis of Accounting), Continued year ended December 31, 2005 Balances Variance Balances Article carried Budgeted amounts positive carried # Account forward Original Final Actual (negative) forward

Expenditures, continued: 41/57 Capital reserve - roads - 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 2 00,000 58 A. Dennis Moore recycling / Transfer St. 4 0,637 93,600 134,237 71,230 63,007 6 3,007 Other capital / carryovers: OB fire capital 4 ,663 25,000 29,663 10,688 18,975 1 8,975 CH fire capital - 25,000 25,000 5,477 19,523 1 9,523 HN fire capital - 25,000 25,000 25,000 - - Land acquisition 2 ,300 - 2,300 1,021 1,279 1 ,279 Town office improvements 3 ,606 - 3,606 3,595 11 - Vehicle replacement 1 2,000 17,500 29,500 12,000 17,500 1 7,500 Office equipment 6 56 - 656 656 - - Revaluation 1 46,772 - 146,772 126,537 20,235 2 0,235 Assessing software 2 0,000 - 20,000 15,379 4,621 4 ,621 Town office project 5 ,677 - 5,677 5,334 343 3 43 HCBC digital conversion 5 ,000 5,000 10,000 - 10,000 1 0,000 Cemetery restoration 9 50 - 950 - 950 9 50 Software upgrade 1 ,024 - 1,024 - 1,024 1 ,024 Repeater 4 ,100 1,000 5,100 - 5,100 5 ,100 Boat and motor replacement - 7,000 7,000 - 7,000 7 ,000 Voting machines 3 00 3,000 3,300 - 3,300 3 ,300 23 Land purchase - 29,703 29,703 29,703 - - Special projects / carryovers: Record preservation 6 77 - 677 677 - - Town landing signage 1 4,240 - 14,240 882 13,358 1 3,358 Gifts 1 2,682 - 12,682 12,682 - - Planning office projects 5 ,425 - 5,425 4,548 877 8 77 All other special projects 3 6,454 - 36,454 - 36,454 3 6,454 Mitchell field 2 2,827 - 25,827 8,903 16,924 1 6,924 Mitchell field - annual maintenance reserve 8 ,236 - 8,236 - 8,236 8 ,236 Boundary survey 2 ,662 - 2,662 - 2,662 2 ,662 Total capital and special projects 3 50,888 431,803 785,691 334,312 451,379 4 51,368

68 Debt service - 552,772 552,772 554,389 ( 1,617) * -

59 Contingency 6 4,644 15,356 80,000 - 80,000 5 2,261

Total budgeted expenditures 4 84,283 3,692,551 4,180,044 3,495,945 684,099 5 38,714

Other expenditures: - Educational appropriation - 6,714,259 6,714,259 6,714,259 - - County tax - 739,377 739,377 739,377 - - Overlay / abatements - 225,413 225,413 67,035 158,378 - Total other expenditures - 7,679,049 7,679,049 7,520,671 158,378 -

Excess (deficiency) of revenues over (under) expenditures (484,283) (151,345) ( 635,628) 375,296 1,010,924 (538,714) Other financing sources (uses): Transfer to Capital Projects - road projects - (59,000) ( 59,000) (59,000) - - Transfer to Capital Projects - Old town office (19,009) - ( 19,009) (22,302) ( 3,293) * - Transfer to Recreation fund - programs - (7,255) ( 7,255) (7,255) - - Use of undesignated fund balance - 217,600 217,600 - ( 217,600) - Use of carryforward balances 5 03,292 - 503,292 - ( 503,292) 5 38,714 Total other financing sources (uses) 4 84,283 151,345 635,628 (88,557) ( 724,185) 5 38,714

Net change in fund balance - - - 286,739 286,739 -

Fund balance, beginning of year 3,206,772 Fund balance, end of year $ 3,493,511

* Covered by contingency transfers approved by selectmen.

64 E xhibit B-2

T O W N OF HARPSWELL, M AINE O ther Nonmajor Governmental Funds C om bining Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances D ecember 31, 2005 Special Revenues C apital Projects O ld Town R estricted O ffice R oad G rants R ecreation R estoration P rojects T otals

R evenu es: In tergovernmental 8 1 ,48 2 - - - 81 ,48 2 C h arges for services $ - 4 1 ,40 4 - - 41 ,40 4 T otal revenues 8 1 ,48 2 4 1 ,40 4 - - 12 2,8 86

E xp end itu res: F o r designated purpose 9 0 ,88 4 4 8 ,44 8 1 2 2,3 02 56 0,6 58 82 2,2 92 T otal expenditures 9 0 ,88 4 4 8 ,44 8 1 2 2,3 02 56 0,6 58 82 2,2 92

E xcess (deficiency) of revenues over (u nd er) expenditures (9,40 2) (7,04 4) (12 2,30 2) (56 0,65 8) ( 69 9,40 6)

O ther financing sources (uses): T ransfers in from general fund - 7 ,2 55 2 2 ,30 2 59 ,00 0 88 ,55 7 T otal other financing sources (uses) - 7 ,2 55 2 2 ,30 2 59 ,00 0 88 ,55 7

N et change in fund balances (9,40 2) 2 1 1 (10 0,00 0) (50 1,65 8) ( 61 0,84 9)

F u nd balances, beginning of year 3 1 ,69 3 3 2 ,06 6 1 0 0,0 00 50 6,1 34 66 9,8 93

F und balances, end of year $ 2 2,291 3 2,277 - 4,476 59,044

65 Harpswell 2006 Proposed Summary Budget

2005 2006 Appropriations Proposed % Change

General Government $ 1,085,773 $ 1,173,764 8% Public Works $ 788,120 $ 832,693 6% Protection & Safety $ 690,167 $ 727,068 5% Health & Welfare $ 26,350 $ 29,580 12% Cultural & Recreational $ 184,465 $ 195,271 6% Capital $ 168,500 $ 70,500 -58% Contingency $ 15,356 $ 30,000 95% Debt Service $ 552,772 $ 513,300 -7% Mitchell Field $ - $ 45,000 100% Land Acquisition $ 29,703 $ - -100%

Total $ 3,541,206 $ 3,617,176 2%

The above Table compares the 2005 Annual Town Meeting raised and appropriated amounts with the majority recommendations of the Selectmen regarding the 2006 Annual Town Meeting raised and appropriated amounts.

In 2006 voters will be asked to appropriate $200,000 from undesignated fund balance for Articles 54 ($50,000 to replace the amount authorized to be borrowed by the Special Town Meeting Warrant of January 28, 2006) and 64 ($150,000 to reduce the tax commitment). Also, voters will be asked to approve a $350,000 bond issue for capital reconstruction of roads (Article 51).

Amounts appropriated are funded by a combination of sources: property taxes, non-property tax revenues, State payments including the homestead exemption, and general fund balance. Amounts appropriated do not directly determine the amount of property taxes to be raised.

The Cumberland County tax is set by the County Commissioners. The Town has not yet received an estimated tax amount for 2006. This figure is not reflected in the Table. (The 2005 County tax was $739,377).

The SAD # 75 Budget is developed independently. The School Board holds hearings as it is developing its budget and then votes on a budget proposal. Voters in all four towns in the District vote on the school budget by secret ballot, which usually occurs in June. The SAD # 75 Budget is not shown in the Table. ($6,714,259 was paid to M.S.A.D. #75 in 2005).

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WARRANT ANNUAL TOWN MEETING HARPSWELL, MAINE MARCH 11, 2006 Cumberland, s.s. State of Maine

To any Constable or Resident of the Town of Harpswell: You are hereby required in the name of the State of Maine to notify and warn the inhabitants of the Town of Harpswell qualified to vote in Town affairs to assemble at Harpswell Islands School, Route 24, Harpswell, Maine on Saturday the eleventh day of March, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. of said day, to act on Articles 1 and 2. The business meeting to act on Article 3 and others that follow will begin at noon.

Art. 1 – To choose a Moderator to preside at said meeting. (POLLS WILL OPEN AS SOON AS ARTICLE ONE HAS BEEN ACTED UPON AND WILL CLOSE AT 5:00 P.M.)

Art. 2 – To choose by secret ballot one Selectman, who shall be an Assessor and Overseer of the Poor, for a three-year term; one Road Commissioner for a three-year term; and one M.S.A.D. # 75 Director for a three-year term.

Art. 3 – To see if the Town will vote to change the method of selection of the Town Tax Collector from being elected to being appointed by the Board of Selectmen commencing with the 2007 Annual Town Meeting. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 4 – To see if the Town will vote to change the method of selection of the Town Clerk from being elected to being appointed by the Board of Selectmen commencing with the 2007 Annual Town Meeting. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 5 – To see if the Town will vote to change the method of selection of the Town Treasurer from being elected to being appointed by the Board of Selectmen commencing with the 2007 Annual Town Meeting. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 6 – To see if the Town will vote to change the method of selection of the Town Road Commissioner from being elected to being appointed by the Board of Selectmen commencing with the 2007 Annual Town Meeting or as soon thereafter as permitted by law when a vacancy in that office next occurs and in no case later than the 2009 Annual Town Meeting. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 7 – To see if the Town will vote to revoke its authorization for the Board of Selectmen to accept a deed of transfer for the easement relating to the fuel pipeline leading from the former Defense Fuel Supply Point, Casco Bay, for the Town of Harpswell and dispose of it pursuant to Articles 13 and 14 on the Warrant of the Annual Town Meeting Warrant of March 8, 2003. Recommended by Selectmen Theberge and Weil Not Recommended by Selectman Alexander

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Art. 8 – To see if the Town will vote to (1) approve the use of one of the houses and one of the garages at Mitchell Field for library purposes; (2) authorize the Board of Selectmen to enter into a multi-year lease with a local library Board; and (3) raise and appropriate the sum of $11,000 for a proposed Harpswell Neck library provided that a local library board has been created and is engaged in fundraising.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by the Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 9 – To see if the Town will vote to (1) authorize the use of Mitchell Field for the purposes of a boat ramp, a small recreation area near the shore and to allow motor vehicles to use the south road and (2) raise and appropriate $25,000 to implement Recreation Committee proposals for Mitchell Field consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by the Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 10 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate $20,000 for the securing of buildings and the abatement of hazardous substances at Mitchell Field.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by the Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 11 – Shall an ordinance entitled “2006 Amendments to the Official Shoreland Zoning Map of the Town of Harpswell to Change the Zoning District Designation of Properties Currently identified as Tax Map 26, Lot 4 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business; Tax Map 26, Lot 6 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business; Tax Map 25, Lot 1 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business; Tax Map 25, Lot 3 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business; Tax Map 25, Lot 41 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business; Tax Map 25, Lot 151 from Commercial Fishing to Shoreland Business” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 12 – To see if the Town will vote to adopt the “2006 Amendments to the 2005 Update of the Harpswell Comprehensive Plan.”

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell 2005 Update of the Harpswell Comprehensive Plan shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out): ------Amend Community Character Chapter (page 21 and 22), regarding Action Recommendations, as set forth below:

Action Recommendations

• Amend land use ordinances to increase density of development in villages and decrease density of development in rural areas. Maintain present density in rural and waterfront neighborhoods.

68 • Amend land use ordinances to direct new commercial and institutional development to villages and the town center. • Amend land use ordinances to maintain rural views from main roads and minimize new curb cuts. • In accordance with State law, permit mobile home parks in designated growth areas. • Amend land use ordinances to clarify essential working waterfronts and limit non-maritime uses in them. • Amend land use ordinances to designate areas for expansion of marine economic activity.

Art. 13 -- Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Basic Land Use Ordinance Regarding Reconsideration by the Board of Appeals and Appeals to Superior Court” be enacted? Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Basic Land Use Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 14, regarding Variances and Appeals, as set forth below:

14.4. Appeal to Superior Court

Any aggrieved party who participated in the proceedings before the Board of Appeals may take an appeal to Superior Court in accordance with State laws within forty-five (45) days from the date of the vote on the original decision of the Board of Appeals as set forth in 30-A M.R.S.A. § 2691(3), as may be amended from time to time.

14.5. Reconsideration

The Board of Appeals may reconsider any decision within thirty (30) days of its original decision. A vote to reconsider and the action taken on that reconsideration must occur and be completed within thirty (30) days of the date of the vote on the original decision as set forth in 30-A M.R.S.A. § 2691(3), as may be amended from time to time. The Board may conduct additional hearings and receive additional evidence and testimony.

Art. 14 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Basic Land Use Ordinance Regarding Reconstruction or Replacement of Non-Conforming Structures” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Shoreland Zoning Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 10.3, regarding Non-Conforming Structures, as set forth below:

10.3.2.2. Reconstruction or Replacement. Any non-conforming structure which is located less than the required setback from the maximum high water line of a water body, tributary stream, the upland edge of a wetland, or from a property line, and which is removed, damaged, or destroyed by more than 50% of the assessed value of the structure, as adjusted by the Town’s assessment ratio as most recently certified by the Assessors to the State of Maine, before such damage, destruction, or

69 removal, as determined by the Planning Board, may be reconstructed or replaced provided that a permit is obtained within one (1) year of the date of said damage, destruction, or removal, and provided that such replacement is in compliance with the setback requirements to the greatest practical extent, as determined by the Planning Board, in accordance with the purposes of this Ordinance. In no case, shall a structure be reconstructed or replaced so as to increase its non- conformity.

------The Town of Harpswell Basic Land Use Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 10.3, regarding Non-Conforming Structures, as set forth below:

10.3.2.2. Reconstruction or Replacement: Any non-conforming structure that is located less than the required setback from a property line or road and which is removed, damaged, or destroyed by more than 50% of the assessed value of the structure, as adjusted by the Town’s assessment ratio as most recently certified by the Assessors to the State of Maine, before such damage, destruction, or removal, as determined by the Planning Board, may be reconstructed or replaced provided that a permit is obtained within one (l) year of the date of said damage, destruction, or removal, and provided such replacement is in compliance with the setback requirements to the greatest practical extent as determined by the Planning Board in accordance with the purposes of this Ordinance; provided, however, that any non-conforming structure that is located less than the required setback from a property line or road and that is damaged or destroyed by fire or any cause other than the willful act or negligence of the owner or the owners agent may be reconstructed on the same footprint as the structure that was destroyed. In no case shall a structure be reconstructed or replaced so as to increase its non-conformity.

Art. 15 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “2006 Amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Regarding Roads and Driveways” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Shoreland Zoning Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 15.8, regarding Roads and Driveways, as set forth below:

15.8.1. Except as specifically approved by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection or United States Army Corps of Engineers, Rroads and driveways shall be set back at least seventy-five (75) feet from the maximum high water line of a water body, tributary stream, or the upland edge of a wetland described in Section 3 of this Ordinance, unless no reasonable alternative exists as determined by the Code Enforcement Officer. If no other reasonable alternative exists, the Code Enforcement Officer may reduce the road and/or driveway setback requirement to no less than fifty (50) feet upon clear showing by the applicant that appropriate techniques will be used to prevent sedimentation of the water body. Such techniques may include, but are not limited to, the installation of settling basins, and/or the effective use of additional ditch relief culverts and turnouts placed so as to avoid sedimentation of the water body, tributary stream or wetland.

70 Art. 16 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Basic Land Use Ordinance Regarding Subsurface Wastewater Disposal Systems” be enacted? Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Shoreland Zoning Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 15.11, regarding Subsurface Wastewater Disposal, as set forth below:

15.11. Subsurface Wastewater Disposal

15.11.1. All subsurface sewage disposal systems shall be permitted and installed in conformance with the State of Maine Subsurface Wastewater Disposal Rules and to minimize adverse impacts on ground water quality.

15.11.5. The minimum setback for new subsurface sewage disposal systems fields shall be not less than one hundred (100) horizontal feet from the maximum high-water line of a perennial water body. The minimum setback distances from the water bodies for new subsurface sewage disposal systems fields shall not be reduced by variance.

15.11.7. When two or more lots or structures in different ownership share the use of a common subsurface wastewater disposal system, the system must be owned and maintained in common by an owners’ association. Covenants in the deeds for each lot must require mandatory membership in the association and provide for adequate funding of the association to assure proper maintenance of the system. The Code Enforcement Officer may require evidence that these covenants and deeds have been recorded at the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds prior to issuing a plumbing permit. The owner of the proposed system may locate the system or components partially on property not owned or controlled by the owner of the system, provided that the owner of the property where the system is to be located executes an easement in perpetuity for the construction, operation, replacement, and maintenance of the system, giving the system’s owner authorization to cross any land or right-of-way between the two parcels. The easement shall be filed and cross-referenced in the Registry of Deeds and the Codes Enforcement Office prior to issuance of a disposal system permit. The easement shall provide sufficient buffer around the disposal field and fill material extensions for future replacement and maintenance of the system.

------The Town of Harpswell Basic Land Use Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 11.4, regarding Subsurface Wastewater Disposal, as set forth below:

11.4. Subsurface Wastewater Disposal

71 11.4.1. All subsurface wastewater disposal systems shall be permitted and installed in conformance with the State of Maine Subsurface Wastewater Disposal Rules and to minimize adverse impacts on ground water quality.

11.4.5. The minimum setback for new subsurface wastewater disposal systems fields shall be not less than one hundred (100) horizontal feet from the maximum high water line of a perennial water body. The minimum setback distance from the water body for new subsurface wastewater disposal systems fields shall not be reduced by variance.

11.4.7. When two or more lots or structures in different ownership share the use of a common subsurface wastewater disposal system, the system must be owned and maintained in common by an owners’ association. Covenants in the deeds for each lot must require mandatory membership in the association and provide for adequate funding of the association to assure proper maintenance of the system. The Code Enforcement Officer may require evidence that these covenants and deeds have been recorded at the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds prior to issuing a plumbing permit. The owner of the proposed system may locate the system or components partially on property not owned or controlled by the owner of the system, provided that the owner of the property where the system is to be located executes an easement in perpetuity for the construction, operation, replacement, and maintenance of the system, giving the system’s owner authorization to cross any land or right -of-way between the two parcels. The easement shall be filed and cross-referenced in the Registry of Deeds and the Codes Enforcement Office prior to issuance of a disposal system permit. The easement shall provide sufficient buffer around the disposal field and fill material extensions for future replacement and maintenance of the system.

Art. 17 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “2006 Amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Basic Land Use Ordinance Regarding Storm Water Runoff” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Shoreland Zoning Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 15.10, regarding Storm Water Runoff, as set forth below:

15.10. Storm Water Runoff

15.10.1. All new construction and development shall be designed to minimize storm water runoff from the site affecting a water body, tributary stream, or upland edge of a wetland described in Section 3 of this Ordinance in excess of the natural pre-development conditions. Where possible, existing natural runoff control features, such as berms, swales, terraces and wooded areas shall be retained in order to reduce runoff and encourage infiltration of stormwaters.

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The Town of Harpswell Basic Land Use Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 11.6, regarding Storm Water Runoff, as set forth below:

11.6. Storm Water Runoff

11.6.1. All new construction and development shall be designed to minimize storm water runoff from the site affecting a water body, tributary stream, or upland edge of a wetland described in Section 3 of the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance in excess of the natural pre-development conditions. Where possible, existing natural runoff control features, such as berms, swales, terraces, and wooded areas shall be retained in order to reduce runoff and encourage infiltration of stormwaters.

Art. 18 - Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Basic Land Use Ordinance Regarding Land Use Table to Change the Definition of Small Non-Residential Facilities and to Correct a Typographical Error” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Shoreland Zoning Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 14, regarding Land Use Table, as set forth below:

SECTION 14. TABLE OF LAND USES IN THE SHORELAND ZONE

TABLE 1 LAND USES IN THE SHORELAND ZONE Shoreland Districts Land Use Districts RP SR SB CF I CF II 15.6. Small non-residential facilities for marine, scientific or no PB PB PB PB nature related purposes

FOOTNOTES: Land Use Table Only as provided in Section 13.1.2 1. ------The Town of Harpswell Basic Land Use Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

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Amend Section 13, regarding Land Use Table, as set forth below:

13.3. TABLE 1. LAND USES AND ACTIVITIES

Land Uses and Activities Interior Shoreland Districts INT RP SR SB CF1 CF2 15.6 Small non-residential facilities for marine, scientific or nature related PB No PB PB PB PB purposes

FOOTNOTES: Land Use Table

Only as provided in Section 13.1.2 1. of the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance.

Art. 19 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance Regarding the Standard for Submission Requirements” be enacted?

Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Subdivision Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

------Amend Section 8.3, regarding Submissions, as set forth below:

8.3.2.24. Written statement of how proposed subdivision plan fits in with the character of the X X Town as set forth by the 1993 Comprehensive Plan in the most recently adopted edition of the Town’s Comprehensiv e Plan.

Art. 20 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “2006 Amendments to the Harpswell Harbor and Waterfront Ordinance” be enacted? Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Harbor and Waterfront Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out):

Section 5 REGISTRATION OF MOORINGS

5.1 Registration All moorings located below low water line in waters of Harpswell shall be registered with the Town Clerk before June May 1 of each year. For Moorings registered after May 1, a penalty of double the normal mooring fee will be assessed. Any applicant who completes re-registration by June May 1 of any year shall be given preference for the location occupied by the registrant’s mooring the prior year, unless the Harbormaster determines that a demonstrated need for that site has been shown by someone higher on the list of priorities in section 5.5.3 below. In such an event, the Harbormaster will provide a new site agreeable to the original registrant and relocate

74 the mooring, in the same condition as at its original site, at the expense of the mooring owner taking over the old site. Determinations by the Harbormaster may be appealed to the Selectmen. In 2006 the Selectmen, at their discretion, may waive this penalty.

5.2 Registration Fees Unless the fee amount is otherwise determined by the Selectmen, the following fees shall apply: Personal use by resident or non-resident taxpayer: $8.00/Year $12.00/Year

Personal use by non-resident: $40.00/Year $60.00/Year

Rental use: $30.00/Year $50.00/Year

5.4 Unregistered Moorings If any moorings in the waters of Harpswell are unregistered after July May 1, the Town Clerk shall notify the owner. iIf registration is not completed within thirty (30) days of the date of notice, the Harbormaster may have the mooring removed at the expense of the mooring owner and a fee of $100,.00 to be paid to the tTown. In 2006 the Selectmen, at their discretion, may waive this penalty.

5.7 Removal of Abandoned Vessels Except where the vessel constitutes an immediate hazard to public health, safety and welfare, the Selectmen shall notify the owner of an abandoned vessel of his duty to remove any abandoned vessel within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice. If the vessel is not removed within the applicable thirty (30) day period, it may be removed by the Harbor Master at the expense of the owner in accordance with the procedures of 38 M.R.S.A. Sec 5. Where the Selectmen determine that the abandoned vessel constitutes a threat to public health, safety and welfare, they may authorize the Harbor Master to remove the vessel immediately and without notice at the expense of the owner. Nothing in this section shall prevent the Town from enforcing Section 8.1.6.5 5 or from collecting penalties (Section 8.2).

Art. 21 – Shall an Ordinance entitled “ 2006 Amendments to the Sign Ordinance Regarding Display Advertising Signs” be enacted? Recommended by Selectmen

The Town of Harpswell Sign Ordinance shall be amended as follows (additions are underlined and deletions are struck out): ------Amend Section 3, regarding Regulations, as set forth below:

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3.3.2 Display Business Advertising Signs not over 32 sq. ft. in area, with the longest dimension not over 8 ft., and limited to one visible in each direction, may be displayed at the owner's place of business. Signs in this category must meet the following criteria: They must be placed on the lot site of the business, not more than 100 ft. in either direction along the highway from said place of business and must be placed so as not to obstruct the vision of motorists in any direction from the highway. No sign shall be placed closer than 33 ft. from the center of the right of way., except as approved by the Municipal Officers and, where applicable, the Maine Department of Transportation.

GENERAL GOVERNMENT & OPERATIONS

Art. 22 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $112,137 for the following elected officials’ salaries, for which Tax Collector and Town Clerk are full-time positions, and travel allowances; and when the Selectmen fill a vacancy in any elected position, they are authorized to establish the annual payment, at their discretion, but in no case in an amount less than three-quarters of the amount in this Article. These are annual salary figures, which shall be prorated and effective from the time of election through December 31 of that year. (Previous year $109,750) 2006 Proposed Salary & Expense/Travel Previous Year Selectman, Chair $8,000 $1,000 No change Selectman 7,500 1,000 No change Selectman 7,500 1,000 No change Tax Collector 37,455 1,000 $36,364; same travel Town Clerk 33,682 1,000 $32,386; same travel Treasurer 6,000 500 No change Road Commissioner 6,000 500 No change $106,137 $6,000 Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 23 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $354,363 for General Administration. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Administration $256,962 $235,895 Assessing 84,401 74,470 Public Information 11,000 11,000 Registrar of Voters 2,000 0 $354,363 $321,365 Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 24 – To see if the Town will vote to appropriate $20,235 of unexpended revaluation funds for continual updating of the assessing records.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by the Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 25 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $32,659 for the Tax Collector’s Office. (Previous Year $32,644) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

76 Art. 26 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $49,018 for the Town Clerk’s Office. (Previous Year $48,515) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 27 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $110,339 for Codes Enforcement. (Previous Year $108,660)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 28 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $67,950 for the Planning Office. (Previous Year $64,725)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 29 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $2,250 for the Treasurer’s Office. (Previous Year $2,450)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 30 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $252,500 for employee benefits. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Maine State Retirement $5,025 $4,725 Health Insurance 154,449 117,673 Social Security/Medicare 63,220 61,200 Deferred Compensation 14,573 11,280 IAM Pension Fund 13,073 8,500 Short-term Disability 2,160 2,100 $252,500 $205,478

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 31 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $48,287 for Risk Management (Insurance and Workers’ Compensation), and to appropriate $5,971 of unexpended 2005 risk management funds for the creation of a self-insurance reserve account. (Previous Year $55,125)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 32 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $50,000 for legal expenses. (Previous Year $50,000)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

77 Art. 33 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $12,976 for memberships.

2006 Proposed Previous Year Maine Municipal Association $6,987 $6,987 Greater Portland Council of Governments 5,239 5,226 Chamber of Commerce 750 600 $12,976 $12,813

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 34 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $4,820 for Town Boards/Committees’ expenses. (Previous Year $5,070)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 35 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $76,465 for operation and maintenance of Town-owned buildings, properties, vehicles, and clean-up of Town properties. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Town Bldgs, Prop, & Veh. $64,300 $57,778 Old Town House & Commons 3,465 3,200 Town Clean-up 1,000 1,000 Town Dock 1,500 2,500 Mackerel Cove/Town Landings 6,200 3,700 $76,465 $68,178

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

PUBLIC WORKS

Art. 36 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $450,000 for Public Works. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Snow Removal $362,500 $368,500 Road Maintenance 85,000 20,000 Road Commissioner Services 0 15,500 Road/Street Signs 2,500 2,000 $450,000 $406,000

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

[Note: $16,828 of 2005 unexpended road maintenance funds have been carried forward to the 2006 road maintenance budget; $40,000 of 2004 unexpended road maintenance funds were carried forward to the 2005 road maintenance budget].

78 Art. 37 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $382,693 for operations and personnel at the A. Dennis Moore Recycling Center and Transfer Station. (Previous Year $382,120) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

PROTECTION AND SAFETY

Art. 38 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $258,950 for Emergency Services. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Oper./Ins./Train $150,000 (Split evenly among 3 depts) $132,000 (Split evenly among 3 depts) Capital 85,000 ($35K OBI, $25K CH & HN) 75,000 (Split evenly among 3 depts) ALS 18,000 10,000 EMS Coordination 0 1,200 Central Com. Maint. 500 750 Fire Warden 2,000 2,200 Emergency Manag’t 2,750 2,000 911 Phone Access 700 700 $258,950 $223,850

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 39 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $284,810 for Law Enforcement and Communications Services contracted with Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department. (Previous Year $266,321 and $12,000 from vehicle replacement account for Law Enforcement and Communications Services) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 40 – To see what sum the Town will vote to raise and appropriate for Shellfish Conservation enforcement, boat operations and water quality testing.

2006 Proposed Previous Year Cumberland County Marine Patrol Contract $83,795 $121,821 Boat Operations 2,000 2,000 $85,795 $123,821

$85,795 Recommended by Selectmen $85,795 Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 41 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $5,000 for clam flat surveys and New Meadows River Watershed Project. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Clam Flat Surveys 4,000 0 New Meadows River Watershed Project 1,000 1,000 $5,000 $1,600

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

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Art. 42 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $28,380 for Street Lighting. (Previous Year $27,550) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 43 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $41,745 for Harbor Management. (Previous Year $24,750 plus appropriation from Article 2 of June 14, 2005 Special Town Meeting Warrant)

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 44 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $22,388 for Animal Control. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Animal Control $16,100 $16,250 Coastal Humane Society 6,288 6,025 $22,388 $22,275

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

HEALTH AND WELFARE

Art. 45 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $29,580 for Health and Welfare and related Agencies. 2006 Proposed Previous Year General Assistance 13,000 10,000 Health Officer 1,600 1,600 CHANS 2,000 1,500 Independence Association 1,500 1,500 CED 730 730 Coastal Transportation 1,000 1,000 People Plus 1,500 1,500 Senior Spectrum 1,500 1,630 Hospice 1,500 1,500 Family Crisis Shelter 500 500 Sexual Assault Response 250 240 Tedford Shelter 1,000 1,000 Big Brothers/Big Sisters 500 500 Respite 1,000 1,000 Hunger Prevention 2,000 2,000 Southern Maine Parent Awareness 0 250 $29,580 $26,350

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

80 CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL

Art. 46 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $127,976 for Cultural and Educational Programs. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Curtis Memorial Library 101,776 95,918 Orr’s Island Library 11,000 10,000 Cundy’s Harbor Library 11,500 10,000 Cundy’s Harbor Portable Septic 0 1,000 Harpswell Historical Society 2,000 2,000 Pejepscot Historical Society 500 500 Memorial Observances 1,200 1,500 $127,976 $120,918

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 47 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $40,000 for Harpswell Community Broadcasting Company. (Previous Year $35,000) 2006 Proposed Previous Year Operations $35,000 $35,000 Generator 5,000 0 $40,000 $35,000

$25,000 Recommended by Selectmen Theberge and Weil $20,000 Recommended by Selectman Alexander $25,000 Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 48 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $24,040 for Recreation, including Recreation Director compensation and departmental expenses. (Previous Year $21,292) Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 49 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate $7,255 for recreation programs and authorize the Board of Selectmen to appropriate revenue generated by recreation programs for recreational purposes and revenue generated by advertising and concession sales for operating expenses and capital improvement of Trufant-Summerton Field. 2006 Proposed Previous Year Baseball 1,000 1,000 Basketball 1,000 1,000 Harrier 725 725 Skiing 1,030 1,030 Soccer 150 150 Summer Arts 600 600 Family Swim 150 150 Summer Swim 2,000 2,000 Contours 50 50 New Programs 550 550 $7,255 $7,255 Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

81 CAPITAL

Art. 50 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $25,500 to fund capital reserve accounts. Boat & Motor Replacement 3,000 Voting Machines 3,000 Harpswell Community Broadcasting (Digital conversion) 5,000 Vehicle Replacement 12,000 Copier Replacement 2,500 $25,500

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 51 – To see if the Town will vote to appropriate $200,000 from the capital roads reserve account and to authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds or notes in an amount not exceeding $350,000, hereby authorized, with the dates, maturities, denominations, interest rates and other details of such bonds to be determined by the Board of Selectmen for a capital roads project.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Total estimated debt service of this bond issue is $430,544 of which principal is $350,000 and estimated interest cost at 4.05% over 10 years is $80,544.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT – TOWN OF HARPSWELL

The issuance of bonds by the Town of Harpswell (the “Town”) is one of the ways in which the Town borrows money for certain purposes. The following is a summary of the bonded indebtedness of the Town of Harpswell as of the date of this Town Meeting:

* Bonds Now Outstanding and Unpaid $2,326,667 * Interest to be Repaid on Outstanding Bonds $ 378,656 * Total to be Repaid on Bonds Issued $2,705,323 * Additional Bonds Authorized But Not Yet Issued $ 50,000 * Total Additional Bonds (now proposed) to be Issued if Approved by Voters $ 350,000 * Estimated Potential New Interest $ 80,544 * Total Additional Bonds To Be Issued and Estimated Interest if Approved by Voters $3,185,867

When money is borrowed by issuing bonds, the Town must repay not only the principal amount of the bonds but also interest on the bonds. The amount of interest to be paid will vary depending upon the rate of interest and the years to maturity at the time of issue. The validity of the bonds and of the voters’ ratification of the bonds may not be affected by any errors in the estimates made of the costs involved, including varying interest rates, the estimated cost of interest on the bond amount to be issued, and the total cost of principal and interest to be paid at maturity. ______Marguerite M. Kelly Town Treasurer

82 Art. 52 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $45,000 for the Recycling Center reserve account for capital expenditures in 2006 consistent with the Recycling Center five-year capital plan.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

CONTINGENCY

Art. 53 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $30,000 for contingency reserve. Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

[Note: $30,000 replenishes the contingency reserve account to $82,261. In 2005, a total of $27,739 was charged to contingency: $16,108 for Legal Services; $13 for Memberships; $4,485 for Municipal Maintenance and Operations; $3,293 for Old Town Office; $2,223 for General Assistance; and $1,617 for Debt Service.]

OTHER ITEMS

Art. 54 – To see if the Town will vote to appropriate the sum of $50,000 from undesignated fund balance to replace the same amount authorized to be borrowed pursuant to Article 2 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant of January 28, 2006. Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 55 – To see if the Town will vote to participate with Cumberland County in the housing and community development programs of the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, including but not limited to the Community Block Grant program and the HOME program, and designate its population to be included in the calculation of Cumberland County’s program funds by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and to authorize the Board of Selectmen to execute an agreement with Cumberland County to formalize the same.

Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 56 – To see if the Town will vote to fix the date of September 15, 2006 as the date when the first one-half of taxes shall be due and payable, with interest on the first installment to start after that date, and the date of December 15, 2006 as the date when the second one-half of taxes are due and payable, with interest on the second installment to start after that date, and to see if the Town will vote to charge a 6.5% rate of interest on unpaid taxes.

Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 57 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Tax Collector to accept prepayment of taxes not yet committed, as a service to our taxpayers. Any excess prepaid in over the amount finally committed shall be repaid without interest. (36 M.R.S.A. § 506). (Excess payment of $10.00 or less may be credited to 2007 taxes). Recommended by Selectmen

83 Art. 58 – To see if the Town will vote to set the interest rate to be paid by the Town on abated taxes at 3% for the period of assessment and to authorize such interest paid or abatements granted to be appropriated from overlay funds or, if necessary, from undesignated fund balance. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 59 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize and direct the Board of Selectmen, at its discretion, to sell by sealed bid or public auction and to convey by quit-claim deed any real estate acquired from tax sources by the Town, or to convey the property to the prior owner upon payment in full of all taxes, interest and charges incurred by the Town. The Board of Selectmen reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 60 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to accept conditional and unconditional gifts of money and to appropriate such funds for any purpose for which the Town has appropriated funds. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 61 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to spend an amount not to exceed 3/12 of the budgeted amount in each budget category of the 2006 annual budget from January 1, 2007 to the 2007 Annual Town Meeting. Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 62 – To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $513,300 for Debt Service.

Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee

Art. 63 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to sell by public bid or other competitive process any and all personal property deemed excess by the Board of Selectmen pursuant to such restrictions as the Board of Selectmen may impose.

Recommended by Selectmen

Art. 64 – To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to appropriate an amount not to exceed $180,000 from Municipal Revenue Sharing, $1,500,000 of 2006 non- property tax revenue, and $150,000 of undesignated fund balance to reduce the tax commitment. Recommended by Selectmen Recommended by Budget Advisory Committee [Article 65 will be passed over if Article 64 passes].

Art. 65 – To see if the Town will vote to increase the property tax levy limit of $1,864,862 established for Harpswell by State law in the event that the municipal budget approved under the preceding articles will result in a tax commitment that is greater than that property tax levy limit.

The Selectmen hereby give notice that the Registrar of Voters will be available at the Town Office during regular business hours for the entire week preceding said meeting to receive applications of persons claiming the right to vote at said meeting and to make corrections to the list of voters. Registrations will be accepted at the meeting.

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