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7 months ago

City Manager Reflects on Year and Looks Forward to Future in Castine City manager thanks council and expresses enthusiasm for continued service in Castine.

The City Manager of Ellsworth shares his heartfelt reflections on a year of service and his vision for a collaborative future that puts community needs first.

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7 months ago

Ellsworth City Council Finalizes Expanded Business Hours and Implements Four-Day Work Week City Council agrees to extend service hours and transition to a four-day work week.

Ellsworth, Maine is set to revolutionize city operations with a proposed four-day work week and extended service hours, aiming to enhance community engagement like never before.

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8 months ago

Moore Community Center outlines 2025 budget and rental policies for diverse organizations Moore Community Center director details 2025 budget and rental rates for local organizations.

The Moore Community Center is set to enhance its offerings in 2025, with new budget plans and affordable rental rates for local nonprofits that keep the heart of Ellsworth thriving.

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8 months ago

YMCA discusses Moore Community Center's rising costs and future management options YMCA expresses concerns about increasing operational costs and future space management decisions.

The rising operational costs at the Moore Community Center could force the YMCA to make tough decisions about its future management and community support.

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9 months ago

Ellsworth Council debates YMCA's control over community building and lease extension Council member questions YMCA's control and advocates for city oversight over community entities

Ellsworth’s Finance Committee meeting ignited a heated debate over the YMCA's lease and control of community resources, raising questions about transparency and fairness for all local organizations.

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9 months ago

Ellsworth City Council explores TIF fund allocations for economic development projects Council members discuss potential TIF fund use for library upgrades and community development.

Ellsworth's Finance Committee is rethinking how Tax Increment Financing can reshape community projects, from upgrading the library to improving walkability—what's next for local development?

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11 months ago

Ellsworth council urged to fund Heart of Ellsworth via TIF district support Council considers TIF funding for Heart of Ellsworth based on successful models from other cities.

Ellsworth's future could be transformed as the Finance Committee explores TIF funding to revitalize downtown, inspired by successful models from across Maine.

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1 year ago

City offers to install deer crossing signs if residents cover costs City offers to install deer crossing signs if residents cover the costs.

Ellsworth is taking a big step towards community safety by offering to install deer crossing signs—are you ready to help make our roads safer?

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