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2026-07-02 Select Board Meeting
Published: Jul 2, 2026
Select Board Nominates Representatives to State Municipal Policy Committee
The Select Board nominated two representatives to the Maine Municipal Association Legislative Policy Committee (LPC). After reviewing the qualifications of four candidates – Justin Hennessy (assessor), Nicole Brien (Bowdoham town manager), Mark Meyers (Bath City manager), and Fred Libby Jr. (Fippsburg selectman) – the board voted to nominate Justin Hennessy and Mark Meyers as District 24 representatives. The nominated individuals are expected to represent the interests of their respective municipalities and focus on issues such as unfunded mandates and the consequences of state laws.
Meeting Minutes Corrected to Reflect Dissenting Vote on Battery Storage Project
During the approval of the meeting minutes from June 18th, 2026, a correction was requested regarding the vote outcome for the battery storage project. Ann Callahan noted that the minutes stated a unanimous vote, but she recalled voting against it. The board confirmed that the correction was needed, and the minutes were amended to reflect her dissenting vote. Following this correction, the minutes were approved.
Select Board Approves Conditional MOU with Sagahhawk Society for Future Community Center Site
The Select Board approved the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the town of Topsum and the Sagahhawk Agricultural and Horicultural Society. This agreement is conditional upon the town meeting voting to fund the community center. Until funding is secured, the Society has no obligation to provide the town with a right-of-way to the site, nor does the town have an obligation to provide EMS coverage during the fair, install a gate, or grant access to utilities. The MOU aims to lock in the agreement so that if the town decides to proceed with planning for the site, they will have guaranteed access.
Bates College Student Granted Permission for Wildlife Camera at Head of Tide Park, With Restrictions
The Select Board considered a request from a Bates College student to place a game camera on Head of Tide Park property for wildlife research. While the camera itself would not directly interact with park visitors, concerns were raised about attracting bobcats to the area due to the potential use of scent attractants. The board ultimately approved the placement of the camera but specifically prohibited the use of any scent or textile attractants to mitigate the risk to residents, pets, and children. The board also requested to be informed of the camera's exact location for monitoring purposes.
Mid Coast Woodbank Seeks Volunteers to Distribute Firewood
The Select Board discussed the Mid Coast Woodbank's need for volunteers to help stock emergency firewood bins at the transfer station. The organization provides free firewood to families in need but is struggling with transportation to keep the bins full. They are seeking town assistance in finding volunteers to transport wood from their woodyard to the totes located in town. The board also considered potential locations for the totes to improve distribution, with suggestions including the transfer station, the town office, or the local parking lot. The organization plans to continue delivering firewood directly to households and will work with the town on volunteer recruitment and bin placement.
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