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Page D, The Bridgton News, October 27, 2011
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PICTURE THIS — Getting ready for the Costume Ball at Bridgton Town Hall this Friday, Oct. 28, is C. Ross, who gets her picture taken as the Mona Lisa in one of the Funny Famous Paintings photo opportunities that will be available at the event. Tickets are available at Gallery 302 or at the door.
grams are facing greater scrutiny than ever before. Programs that benefit millions of U.S. citizens — from school children to the elderly — are now on the budget chopping block. To The Editor: To The Editor: But while so many of the issues In the face of difficult I can’t believe this is the which affect the health, welfare American economic conditions, Maine I moved to in 1972. It and livelihood of American citiseems anything that can make public and social service prozens are framed as ideological differences between Democrats Public Notice and Republicans, some transcend party politics. The value of volunteerism and national and community service should be beyond The Harrison Planning Board is in need of one (1) Planning debate. Board member and one (1) Planning Board alternate. The With our history of a strong Board of Selectmen is seeking volunteers to be appointed to work ethic, patriotic military these positions. If you are interested in serving in one of these service and compassion for the positions, please leave your name at the Town Office or with needy, it should come as no any Selectman. surprise that Maine citizens are s/Mary M. Tremblay among our nation’s leaders in Administrative Secretary 4T42 volunteerism, serving at a rate
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HARRISON WATER DISTRICT We will be flushing mains and hydrants starting Nov. 1st, through Nov. 15th. You may notice some discoloration of the water during the period. 2T43
William Winslow, Supt.
significantly higher than the national average. A 2011 report titled Volunteering in America showed Maine citizens volunteer on an average of 46 hours a year, ranking our state fourth in terms of hours-per-volunteer. Even more impressive is the overall retention rate of those Maine volunteers who serve in community programs. While the retention rate for overall National Service is 68%, last year 97% of AmeriCorps members serving in Maine completed the term of service they agreed to do. In fact, every Maine National Service volunteer served at least 100 hours in 2010 and many gave over 2,000 hours to their assignment. Consider these facts, compiled in 2010:
TOWN OF NAPLES BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS PUBLIC HEARING The Naples Board of Selectpersons will hold a Public Hearing for a Special Amusement Permit Application and a Liquor License for Doc’s Saloon (formerly known as The Redneck Lounge), located at 165 Casco Road, submitted by Milton Rivers, at their regular meeting on October 31st, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. Public Welcome to attend.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF HARRISON
TOWN OF FRYEBURG
WINTER PARKING BAN
TOWN OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
Notice is being given that from November 15, to April 15, parking on all public streets, roads, and parking lots is prohibited during snowstorms. Vehicles will be towed at owner’s expense. This is being done to facilitate the plowing of snow. s/Mary M. Tremblay Administrative Secretary Town of Harrison 3T43
Thursday & Friday, November 24 & 25, 2011 Thanksgiving Day
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NEW VOTER REGISTRATION THE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE WILL BE OPEN ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2011 FROM 5 P.M. UNTIL 7 P.M. TO ACCEPT NEW VOTER REGISTRATION AND CONDUCT ABSENTEE VOTING.
Casco/Naples Transfer Station is currently accepting bids for installation of vinyl siding at the Transfer Station. All materials to be supplied by contractor. Sealed bids, including certificate of insurance, clearly marked “Transfer Station Siding,” must be received at the Casco/Naples Bulky Waste office at 449 Leach Hill Road, PO Box 38, Casco, ME 04015 by 4:00 p.m. on November 17th, 2011. For more information contact Eric Hanscom, Facilities Administrator — 627-7585. 3T43
TOWN OF DENMARK Absentee ballots are available at the Denmark Town Office for the upcoming Nov. 8th State Referendum Election. NOTE: Due to a new law change, absentee ballots cannot be issued after 4:30 P.M. on Thursday, Nov. 3rd. 3T41
NH CIRCUIT COURT
3RD CIRCUIT – DISTRICT DIVISION – CONWAY Case #2011-CV-00012 1T43
3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009
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NOTICE OF VACANCY MSAD #61 Bridgton Director The Bridgton Board of Selectmen are accepting applications or letters of interest from Bridgton residents who want to be considered for the appointment to fill the vacancy on the MSAD #61 Board of Directors. The appointee shall serve until the June 2012 annual election. The deadline to receive an individual’s application or letter will be November 3, 2011 and must be received at the Municipal Offices, 3 Chase Street, Suite #1, Bridgton, Maine 04009. Bridgton Board of Selectmen
Chery Booker Town Clerk
STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
TOWN OF BRIDGTON
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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
449 Leach Hill Road, Casco, Maine 04015
Attention Contractors Request for Bids
If you have any questions please call the Town Office at 647-3944.
3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009
CASCO/NAPLES BULKY WASTE
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CHANGE IN SELECTMEN'S MEETING
TOWN OF BRIDGTON
PLANNING BOARD
To The Editor: This past year, I have had the honor of serving as your county commissioner. I campaigned as a fiscal conservative and advocate for public safety. As a sitting commissioner, I have held true to my convictions by continuing to support public safety and voting “No” to bond $33 million to renovate the Portland Civic Center. I am the only county commissioner opposed to spending $33 million on this project. I was on the losing end of a 2-1 vote to spend taxpayer dollars on this
The regularly-scheduled Selectmen's Meeting for Tuesday, November 8, 2011 has been changed to Monday, November 7, 2011 due to elections. The meeting time will be 6:00 p.m. at the Town Office.
The municipal officers of the Town of Casco will meet at the Casco Community Center on November 1, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of holding a public hearing on and enacting the Maine Municipal Association 2011-2012 General Assistance Ordinance Appendices A, B and C. 2T42
The Naples Planning Board will meet on November 1st, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at the Naples Municipal Office Buildings. On the agenda: 1. Approve the minutes for October 4th, 2011. 2. An application for Minor Site Plan Review for property located at 34 Naples Marina Lane and shown on Naples Tax Map U01, Lot 5, submitted by Allen Land Co. LLC. 3. Findings of Fact for Umbrella Factory, Outdoor Entertainment Permit Application and Brandy Pond Homeowners Association, Aquatic Structure Permit Application. Public Welcome. 2T42
No on bond
Town of Sweden Residents
— NO absentee ballots shall be issued after close of business on Thursday, November 3rd, which is the third business day prior to Election Day.
TOWN OF NAPLES
To The Editor: I am a 9-year-old student at Songo Locks School, and I am interested in my community. I feel that Bridgton should make the Avesta housing project happen because it would be good for the seniors to have some place to live that is affordable. Lots of businesses have shut down in Bridgton. Maybe by creating affordable housing, we could help open more businesses in town. Cierra Grover Naples
Friday, November 11, 2011 — Veterans Day
TOWN OF CASCO
Public Notice
Avesta housing
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING CASCO COMMUNITY CENTER 7:30 P.M.
s/Judith E Colburn Town Clerk
the impact and reach of National Service, and promoting service as a strategy to tackle community problems. The 25 citizens on the Commission are appointed by the governor and each represents a different facet of Maine’s volunteer sector. MCCS was established in Maine statute in 1995. Funding for the CNCS is money well spent. While corporate CEOs and liberal and conservative politicians alike use “Return on Investment” as a measure of value when determining budget allocation or the judicious use of our tax dollars, not all benefits are reflected in the ledger’s bottom line. Volunteer support and education for millions of citizens represent an inestimable civic and cultural value, especially in these times of great financial difficulty. The entire CNCS program is on the chopping block. Concerned Maine citizens should contact their Senators’ office and show their support for the federal funding of The Corporation for National and Community Service. Call Senator Olympia Snowe at 874-0883 and Senator Susan Collins at 780-3575. Keith Stover Bucksport
Tuesday, November 8, 2011 — Election Day
The Harrison Registrar of Voters/Town Clerk’s Office will be open Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Voting. (This is in addition to our regular office hours.)
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• 2,673 people served as Maine AmeriCorps Members, Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions, or RSVP volunteers. • 101,115 meals were prepared and delivered to homebound people by RSVP volunteers • 2,693 people were able to get to medical appointments thanks to Senior Companions. • 802 homebound elders had the assistance and emotional support of a Senior Companions. The benefits of public volunteerism are seen everywhere throughout our society. Dedicated members provide support in schools, hospitals, drug treatment centers, correctional institutions, and child care centers. Public and social service programs include health and wellness information, environmental education, planning assistance for the disabled, home weatherization, student after-school programs, and a variety of other helpful resources. The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) is a federal agency that engages more than five million Americans in service through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and Learn and Serve America, and leads President Obama’s national call to service initiative, United We Serve. Commenting on President Obama’s recent nomination of Wendy Spencer to serve as CEO of the CNCS, Ann Maura Connolly, president of the Voices for National Service said, “At a time of economic crisis, when national service organizations are being heavily relied upon to provide vital services to communities throughout the country… lawmakers continue to threaten to cut the funding for this vital support for organizations that are serving families and communities in need. National service offers those who serve the opportunity to build skills and create pathways to work while delivering results for families and communities across the country that are struggling to make ends meet.” During the 2010-2011 federal fiscal year, the CNCS committed more than $7,300,000 to support Maine communities through national service programs and grants. Nearly $2 million of those funds are disbursed through grants awarded and managed by the Maine Commission for Community Service (MCCS). The Commission builds capacity and sustainability in Maine’s volunteer and service communities by funding national and community service programs, providing technical assistance and training to all National Service grantees in Maine, raising awareness of
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(Continued from Page D) News, and I especially look forward to reading about the “Player of the Week.” In the Oct. 20 issue, I was thoroughly enjoying Coach Lynne Harrison’s description of the growth shown by her amazing player, Theresa Butler, when either I had a “Senior Moment” or someone dropped the ball. I hope you will let us know what Theresa has for plans with what she’s learned from her high school coaches! Thanks! Steve Edwards Naples Editor’s Note: Due to a production problem, a portion of the final paragraph of Theresa’s profile was omitted. The following is the complete Q&A: Q. Who has inspired you? TB. Coach Harrison, as well as Coach Clark, have been huge when it comes to my soccer career. They have taught me so much, pushed me to my limits, and showed me the potential I have to succeed. I couldn’t ask for better coaches during my four years of high school, and I plan to take everything they taught me on to the next step in my soccer career.
money for a certain group of people is okay. They promise jobs and the moon. Let me tell you firsthand how life is when you’re brought up in a family that has a gambling addiction. You go without many things, sometimes even food. There is fighting over money lost. When they win, it’s a high. If any of you have this problem in your family, you know what I’m talking about. They talk about good jobs — give me a break. As soon as these places are built, it’s the end of the gravy train. Maine will need to provide tax dollars for more services for vigilance, the homeless and police. There will be more crime. More kids will need help. Casinos everywhere. Big money leaving this state and a few locals with their pockets full. None of them are thinking about Maine’s families. Vote every one of these casinos down. On Question 2, vote “No!” I got a computer call two weeks ago to ask how I would vote on Question 2 and then they gave me three options — one of them was asking if it was a moral issue for me. I said “yes!” Please vote “No” on Question 2. Helen Ramsdell Denmark
CROWN RIDGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION v. GORDON DAVIS and CORINNE DAVIS ORDER FOR NOTICE BY PUBLICATION The plaintiff, Crown Ridge Condominium Association has filed a Small Claim Complaint in the NH Circuit Court – 3rd Circuit – District Division – Conway seeking to recover money damages. The plaintiff has attempted to notify the defendant, Corinne Davis, by certified mail. The defendant has moved and left no forwarding address. The defendant is hereby put on notice that she shall file an Answer or Appearance in the NH Circuit Court – 3rd Circuit – District Division – Conway on or before November 15, 2011. Failure to file an Answer or Appearance on or before the aforementioned date shall result in the entry of a default judgment. Entry of judgment may entitle the plaintiff to obtain a Writ of Execution and to sell any real estate you may own in the State of New Hampshire. The above notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the community of the defendant’s last known address for three (3) consecutive weeks at least ten (10) days prior to the return date set forth above. 3RD CIRCUIT – DISTRICT DIVISION – CONWAY Clerk: Elaine Lowe Dated: October 17, 2011
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