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accumulate, the town will remove them.

Sell or no sale? For now, two waterfront lots (Highland Lake) on Sleigh Bell Lane will remain property of the Town of Bridgton.

The Select Board rejected the idea of selling the tax-acquired 100-by-150 foot lots by a 3-2 margin (McHatton, Castleman-Ross supported the sale).

Select Board member

Paul Tworog felt there was “no pressing need” to sell the lots and felt it would be “prudent” to hold onto the land as the town works on its Comprehensive Plan update and Open Space policy.

McHatton disagreed, saying the properties would be difficult for the public to access (off a private road) and likely could be only used as a launch point for kayaks. Meanwhile, a sale could land the town a solid pay day, with that money used for other open space projects such as removal of the Bridgton Memorial School and create a park area for general public to use.

“That would be a far greater benefit than those two pieces of property,” McHatton said. “And, we’d put those properties back on tax rolls, and generate more money for the town.”

Town Manager Peabody said the lots were part of an approved subdivision. There was some question as to what could be built there — possibly two structures on each lot, a home and an accessory building. Officials will look to clarify what could be done based on Shoreland Zoning regulations.

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Based on what you’ve seen thus far, what are you most encouraged by? Coach Dorner — Most encouraged by the level of play I have seen to date. The returning veterans appear to have taken steps forward to compete as well as the new players have quickly learned and played out their ladder match positions so far.

What will it take for the team to be successful this season? “Just to believe in their skill levels, trust the process of learning and continue learning about the sport, and finally just taking small pieces one step at a time,” Coach Dorner added.

Three keys to the season? Playing one point at a time, giving a full effort at all times in matches, and being positive supports for one another.

Three goals? Be respectful to everyone at all times, improve on skills, and to compete with other schools.

4-Square practice time Saturday at Town Hall

With the World Four Square Championships set to unfold in a few weeks at the Bridgton Town Hall, those planning on or thinking about competing can work on their games every Saturday at the Town Hall from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

“It’s a great way to learn the game and tune up,” said tourney coordinator Peter Lowell.

Since 2005, Bridgton has hosted the World Four Square Championships. This year, on May 13, you can join the roster and take a shot at the world championship title.

There will be advance registration for $10, or please e-mail Peter Lowell (lakesmoose@gmail.com) with an indication of where you are coming from and how many players and spectators you intend to bring.

nity. I don’t see it becoming a beach or boat launch.” fairgrounds. 11:49 a.m. Welfare check on Howe Street. 12:12 p.m. 9-1-1 hangup call on Union Hill Road checked. police arrested Isaac W. White, 30, of Fryeburg for failing to appear in court on a criminal summons. 10:49 p.m. 9-1-1 hangup call on Meredith Lane checked.

Peabody noted that the Legislature has a bill before them that if approved, the town would collect only money associated with cost of the sale, while the bulk of the money goes to the past owner — a reason the town might want to act swiftly.

Tworog said the bill has been tabled, at this time.

Castleman-Ross voted against selling the properties; McHatton and Ken Murphy voted to sell; the motion failed. The issue likely will return for consideration in June with a new Select Board year set to start.

Saturday, April 22

8:57 a.m. Radar detail on Main Street.

1:37 p.m. 9-1-1 hang-up call on Fish Street.

3:55 p.m. Radar detail on Bridgton Road.

9:43 p.m. Police assisted Fryeburg Rescue at Pebble Circle.

10:05 p.m. Motor vehicle crash on Main Street, near Fryeburg Academy.

Sunday, April 23

5:37 p.m. Police assisted another agency on Bridgton Road.

Monday, April 24

5:06 a.m. 9-1-1 hang-up call on Main Street.

6:28 a.m. Radar detail on Main Street.

3:44 p.m. Disturbance on Portland Street.

4:35 p.m. Warrant served on Bridgton Road.

5:30 p.m. Responding to a complaint of unwanted subjects on Andrews Meadow Road, police charged Craig M. Leighton, 39, of Fryeburg with reckless conduct, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon, and assault on an officer.

“I drove down and looked at the two pieces; definitely not appropriate be a public access,” Castleman-Ross said. Property owners there reached out to CastlemanRoss voicing concerns about additional traffic if the town was to use it as a public lake access point and road maintenance.

Lone agreed, “I don’t believe those properties are useful for public use, any shape or manner, due to private nature of the commu-

Castleman-Ross also raised whether there might be some legal issue regarding the town maintaining the road to access its properties?

Peabody pointed out that a court case found that town land on a private road doesn’t trigger the town being responsible for maintenance of that road.

Since the real estate market remains robust, Castleman-Ross felt “comfortable to table” action, at this time.

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Quick takes: The town’s Lake Level policy was amended to push the water release date from Oct. 15 to Nov. 1 to accommodate the spawning time of salmon.

Wastewater system “lateral” road work commences Monday night, April 30 through Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The work will result in one-lane traffic.

Sidewalk work continues on Elm Street and Highland Road.

Quote of the night, “When you lose, you call it a night,” — Bob McHatton, passing on mentioning any “Select Board concerns” after falling on the losing side of two earlier votes.