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On the agenda: Camden Packet — facial recognition (Oct 20)

Name: On the agenda: Camden Packet — facial recognition (Oct 20)
Start: 2026-10-20
End: 2026-10-20
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⚠ Agenda Watch Camden, Maine · Tuesday, October 20, 2026 — in 4 days

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The published agenda for this October 20 meeting contains: "facial recognition". This is the public record BEFORE the vote — read the document, then show up. Public comment is where cancellations start.

WhenTuesday, October 20, 2026
Check the agenda document for the meeting time.

WhereCamden, Maine

BodyPacket

Money$20,000 on the table

On the record“facial recognition”

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Government public record — the full text of the published document, archived October 16, 2026. Gold highlighting of key terms is ours, not the original’s. Read the original document ↗

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Select Board
October 20, 2026 – 6:30 p.m.
French Conference Room
Select Board meetings are
live streamed at: YouTube.com/TownofCamdenMaine.
For those wishing to participate remotely, join the Zoom webinar
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85047554884
1. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items

2. Approval of Board Minutes –October 6, 2026. (5 minutes ETC)

3. Consent Agenda: (5 minutes ETC)
a) Approval of renewal of victualer & lodging licenses for Captain Swift Inn

4. Town Manager Report (15 Minutes ETC)

5. Discussion Items: (20 Minutes ETC)
a) Former Chamber Building Status
b) Contract for Purchase of Body Cameras, Car Videos, TASERs and Training Package from
AXON-Summation of Findings will be Discussed
c) Joint Select Board Meeting with Rockport – Available Dates

6. Action Items:
a) Approval of revocable license for Rosebury 1983 LLC at 59 Chestnut Street to install a
privately owned telephone pole and underground utilities in the right of way.
b) Approval for the Town to enter into a Memorandum of Understating with Curtis Island
Lighthouse Foundation
c) Approval of a 10-year agreement between The Snow Bowl and Side Country Sports, LLC
for the operation of retail concession.
d) Approval of a 10-year agreement between the Snow Bowl and Snow Dogs for the
operation of a food concession
e) Approval of the formation of a Charter Review Committee
7. Select Board Members' Reports (10 minutes ETC)
8. Adjourn

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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting
October 6, 2026
Members Present: Chair Christopher Nolan, Vice Chair Kenneth Gross, Susan Dorr, Bobbi Oxton
Blake, Chrisso Rheault, Delegated Town Manager Jodi Hanson, and other members of the public.

The full meeting video and video minute marks are available at
https://www.youtube.com/c/TownofCamdenMaine. Pursuant to MRS Title 1, §403, minutes are
required to record member attendance and Board actions, not verbatim discussion. The video
recording is the of�icial public record.
Call to Order

Agenda Adjustments: (Video Recording Minute Mark 0:10)
The Board agreed to postpone item 6A, the charter revision process, to its next meeting. A memo
from Town Attorney William Kelly did not make it into the packet, and members felt the public
should see it before any discussion.

1. Public Comment: (Video Recording Minute Mark 1:13)
Karen Grove, Blake Street, Camden, served on the charter commission that re-wrote the current
charter. She explained that the work ran from 2019 to 2021 largely because the charter had not
been revised in 40 years, and that every legal change had to be reviewed by the Town Attorney
and the Maine Municipal Association. She said a new review should not take nearly as long.
Gross noted that the charter calls for a charter review committee every �ive years, which can
recommend amendments, and that this is a simpler process than a full charter commission.
Grove said she saw little practical difference, since any changes go to the voters either way.

Molly Mulhern, Mechanic Street, spoke for the group Camden CAN about the Energy Technology
Innovation Partnership Project (ETIP). Camden and Rockport, with support from the Island
Institute, plan to apply jointly by mid-November for federal technical assistance from the
Department of Energy's national labs to develop a strategic energy plan. If funded, the work
would run from March through the end of 2027. It would look at energy costs and backup power
for warming and cooling centers and shelters, and it would include a $20,000 grant with no local
match. She said both towns' planning directors support the application and that a volunteer
working group would carry most of the workload.

2. Approval of Minutes: (Video Recording Minute Mark 8:38)
The Board reviewed the September 22, 2026, meeting minutes.
Dorr moved; Rheault seconded to approve the minutes. The motion passed on a 5-0-0
vote.
3. Consent Agenda: ADOPTED (Video Recording Minute Mark 9:04) ADOPTED
a) Approval of victualer license renewals for Birchwood Camden, Camden House of Pizza,
Grand Harbor Inn, Sea Dog Brewpub, and Snow Dogs.

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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting – Page 2
October 6, 2026

It was noted that the addresses for Camden House of Pizza and Grand Harbor Inn. The
correct addresses are: Camden House of Pizza is 12 Mechanic Street and Grand Harbor Inn is
14 Bay View Landing.

4. Public Hearing for Liquor Licenses: (Video Recording Minute Mark 11:06)
a) Application of Snow Dogs at 20 Barnestown Road for renewal of an on-premises beer and
wine license and special amusement permit.
b)
Chair Nolan opened the public hearing. No public comments were offered.

Dorr moved; Rheault seconded to approve the application for Snow Dogs. The motion
passed on a 5-0-0 vote.

5. Town Manager Report: (Video Recording Minute Mark 12:05)
• In-person absentee voting is underway at the Town Of�ice and runs through Thursday,
October 29. Completed ballots can be left in the drop box outside the Elm Street door. The
Town Of�ice will be closed October 8 for the Maine Municipal Association convention in
Augusta. The Camden Opera House was recently featured in the New York Times, and a
link to the story appears in the September 29 newsletter.
• The Police Department hired Arthur Smith as patrol sergeant. Sgt. Smith most recently
served as a captain with the Knox County Sheriff's Of�ice, and he began his career as a
reserve of�icer in Camden in 2004. To save money, the Planning Of�ice will not �ill its
vacant planner position. It will instead contract with the Midcoast Council of
Governments, partly to help update the zoning code for the new state housing rules
ahead of the June 2027 Town Meeting.
• Since July 1, the Town has collected $69,365 in parking meter revenue, $32,887 of it at
the Public Landing, along with $18,116 in parking citations. Meter software and service
fees over the same period came to $16,734. The downtown parking meter fund balance
stands at negative $248,885. Metered parking ends October 31, after which free all-day
parking resumes at the Public Landing, though enforcement continues through the
winter.
• Public Works is �inishing stormwater work on Chestnut Hill ahead of paving, working on
the turnarounds near the Rawson Avenue bridge, and getting ready for winter. The
winter sand is now in the shed. Resurfacing of the Seabright Dam spillway is complete,
and crews have moved on to the berm and �lashboards. Nancy Hughes is preparing rental
information on the Public Landing building for the next meeting.
• On the town manager’s search, the Board received 23 applications, interviewed �ive
candidates, and has narrowed the �ield to two. Department heads will meet with both
�inalists the week of October 12, ahead of second interviews. The Board hopes to make a
selection by the end of October.
6. Fiscal Year 2028 Budget Process: (Video Recording Minute Mark 18:12)
Budget Committee Chair Sara Skrivanich looked back on last year's process. The Select Board
adopted the committee's recommended budget in full, and 66 percent of voters approved it.
She credited part of that success to Select Board members taking part throughout, and to the

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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting – Page 3
October 6, 2026

MuniCast forecasting model and �iscal brie�ing, which will become a regular part of the
process. Draft recommendations include a �ive-year forecast and more consistent TIF
reporting. She proposed a mid-year check-in in late December with department heads, the
Budget Committee, the Select Board, and the new town manager, followed by an orientation
session in late February before the committee's work begins in March.

Hanson said the budget must be �inished by mid-to-late April to make the June ballot, and
that staff begin work on it December 1.
Nolan and Gross said Select Board members had felt limited in how much they could take
part in past years. Ms. Scrivanich said the guidelines were meant to keep the Budget
Committee's time from being crowded out, not to discourage participation, and she
welcomed questions sent ahead of meetings.

Karen Grove noted that years ago the two boards often put competing budgets before voters,
and said the current approach produces a single, clearer recommendation.

Nolan asked that the December meeting include target setting, a conversation with the
schools, and a preview of the bond's impact. Rheault also asked for an early look at rising
energy costs. Hanson and Skrivanich will propose dates for the December meeting.

7. Action Items (Video Recording Minute Mark 43:04)
a) Approval of Personal Property Tax Abatements
Hanson presented four uncollectible personal property tax accounts totaling just under
$400. Most are six or seven years old and involve taxpayers who have died or accounts where
collection efforts are exhausted. Pursuing them in small claims court would cost more than
the amount owed, so the Tax Collector asked that they be abated and charged to overlay.
Oxton Blake moved; Rheault seconded to approve the abatements. The motion passed
on a 5-0-0 vote.

b) Set Date and Time for Special Town Meeting and Approval of Warrant Articles (Video
Recording Minute Mark 43:55)
Jeff Nathan, Parks & Rec Director explained that the federal Land and Water Conservation
Fund grant requires its own warrant language beyond the standard article voters approve
each June. The director at the Bureau of Parks and Lands has signed off on the proposed
Article 2, and the language must be approved by October 30 to keep the application alive.
The grant requires a 50 percent match, which would come mainly from a pending $250,000
Maine Trails Program grant along with in-kind staff time. No new taxpayer money would be
involved.
Together, the funds would build the beginner and intermediate trails in phase one of the
Snow Bowl trails master plan. Because a separate state grant was not awarded, paving the
Snow Bowl parking lot is unlikely under this round. The cost of the special town meeting
itself will be minimal, since it will be decided by an open town meeting, show of hands.

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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting – Page 4
October 6, 2026

Rheault moved; Gross seconded to approve the warrant and set a Special Town
Meeting for October 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., ahead of the regular Select Board meeting.
The motion passed on a 5-0-0 vote.

c) Adoption of the Town of Camden Municipal Emergency Medical Services Transport
Plan (Video Recording Minute Mark 57:27)
Fire Chief Farley explained that a new state law, effective January 11, 2026, requires every
municipality to adopt, post, and �ile a plan stating how ambulance transport is provided.
Camden's plan names Northeast Mobile Health as its transport provider under Maine EMS
"Model B," a contract with an outside service. The plan records existing practice and does not
change it.
Rheault moved, Dorr seconded to adopt the Municipal EMS Transport Plan. The
motion passed on a 5-0-0 vote.

d) Approval of Contract with Axon for Body Cameras, In-Car Video, Tasers, and Training
(Video Recording Minute Mark 1:02:00)
Chief Weaver explained that the department's in-car cameras are more than ten years old
and no longer supported, its tasers are obsolete, and its body cameras, handed down from
the Sheriff's Of�ice, can't hold a charge for a full shift. The proposed �ive-year package starts
with a $3,500 payment this year, followed by annual payments each August 1. It covers
equipment, warranties, secure cloud storage, and virtual-reality training of�icers can do at
roll call, with new equipment at the end of the term. He said he speci�ically excluded license
plate readers and facial recognition.

Oxton Blake raised concerns from an email sent by Jessica Ives about Axon's data practices.
In answer to questions about tasers, the Chief said they are rarely deployed, with at least two
uses in the past two years, and that simply displaying one often ends a confrontation. Other
members asked who controls the stored video and how it is protected.
Chair Nolan, who audits technology security professionally, questioned an Axon
representative on Zoom. The representative said Camden's data is kept in an environment
only the department can access, is encrypted in transit and at rest, and is not shared with
federal agencies, and he agreed to send Axon's SOC 2 Type 2 report and privacy policy. Nolan
offered to review the report for material exceptions. Dorr said she supports the equipment
but wants more assurance about privacy before voting.
Raymond Andresen, Cove Road, thanked the Board for taking the privacy concerns seriously
and suggested the Town publish the safeguards once they are con�irmed.
Gross seconded; Nolan moved to table the item until the requested documentation is
received. The motion passed on a 5-0-0 vote.

e) Select Board Priorities (Video Recording Minute Mark 1:35:47)
The Chair opened a discussion to agree on board priorities for the next seven to eight
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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting – Page 5
October 6, 2026

Rheault:
Harbor - Work is under way on harbor armoring zoning, but little else is in motion. The
public landing, sewer infrastructure and Bay View Street are highly �lood-threatened.
Proposed convening affected inner-harbor business and property owners to coordinate,
noting Rockport has already gone to bid on its project with grant funding.
Annual town meeting (non-voting). Proposed an informational, moderated forum where
residents can ask questions and raise issues, modeled on the circle-format session held at the
middle school before the dam removal vote. Argued a town voting meeting on the budget
would disenfranchise most residents, since few can attend.
Suggested routing some items, especially zoning amendments, through the Select Board
acting as a special town meeting rather than the full ballot. Current zoning amendments can
take eight to nine months, which can cause developers to walk away. May require charter
changes or legal review.
Dorr:
New town manager. Hiring is a key opportunity to set priorities with the new manager, who
should understand that the board is the policy-setting body.
Praised department heads and �iscal oversight; budget pressure re�lects rising costs.
Opposed micromanaging.
Usually at the beginning of the new Board, the Town Attorney does a Select Board
orientation training session that did not happen as a group this year. Proposed a group
orientation with the new manager, plus regular department visits (e.g., weekly), building on
the public safety building and wastewater treatment tours. Hanson supported this.
Gross:
Town manager search (nearing conclusion) and charter review committee
Green burial work (ongoing)
Starting the budget process earlier, with a discussion in December
TIF funding and school budget: invite the new superintendent of MSAD 28 / Five Town CSD
to meet the board and present the school budget, as was done several years ago; possibly
invite the county administrator too
Exploring regionalization and shared services, department by department, with Lincolnville,
Rockport and Hope
Planning future use of the Elm Street School, starting early
Oversight of the $5.9 million Megunticook River project; Jodi and Jeremy are project
managers, and invoice tracking is in place for audit. Watershed coordination with
neighboring towns is also needed.
Revitalizing town committees
Reviewing the Select Board bylaws, not done since 2022
Board review of grant applications, since they can express or set town policy
Jeremy Martin:
Jeremy listed recently non-active committees: energy, dam, personnel (removed by charter),
Camden Economic and Community Development Advisory Committee (CEDAC) and Parks
and Recreation. Committee work has become more project speci�ic. He said a broad energy,
sustainability and resilience committee makes sense, and that TIF documents call for CEDAC
involvement.

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Camden Select Board
Minutes of Meeting – Page 6
October 6, 2026

Oxton Blake asked whether TIFs are needed, noting the town attorney's reservations and
uses outside the listed purposes. Jeremy explained TIF revenue is tax on increased value
since the district was created, directed to voter-approved uses such as staff, landing
restrooms, infrastructure or housing support. Camden has a downtown TIF (extended to
2040) and a highway TIF that generates little revenue; there is no housing TIF. Martin and
Hanson are working with an outside expert, at no charge, and expect to present within about
a month. The board favored a dedicated TIF workshop.

Oxton Blake
The Historic Preservation Committee will meet with the board on November 10 for
discussion of an ordinance for the June ballot.
Budget and TIF are top priorities.
Raised resident questions about how stipends are set, citing the dam agent job description
provided by Dave St. Laurent was only one received.
Wants Knox County Communications, the �ire chief and the lead paramedic to review
whether Camden's coverage meets the contract, after concerns raised at the Lincolnville
meeting. She has heard from about two dozen residents.
Objected to substantial items appearing as action items without prior discussion, citing Mt
Battie Street.
Nolan responded that he and Vice Chair Gross have been meeting with staff on Tuesday
before agenda setting, and all members may submit items. Presentations must be in the
packet, which is now distributed on Fridays. Weighty issues should come �irst for discussion,
and action items can be deferred if more data is needed. The second monthly meeting could
serve as a workshop (e.g., on TIF).
Dorr asked that the town manager’s written report not be read aloud; highlights only.
Nolan noted after the advisory parking vote, they will resume traf�ic ordinance updates with
the police chief, despite a loss of earlier draft work. Also wants traction on the Tannery plan
and the Curtis Island Lighthouse.

8. Select Board Reports: (Video Recording Minute Mark 2:29:14)
Rheault reported on the emergency preparedness summit held in late September, which drew
about 50 organizations. Concern centered on heating costs this winter and �ire safety as people
return to long-unused wood stoves, and the member urged residents to have their chimneys
swept. The member also praised Public Works for its repaving of Park Street.
Dorr reported meeting Rockland's mayor, who invited the Board to tour Rockland's harbor park
and resiliency work.
Oxton Blake reported a Mid-Coast Solid Waste tour is planned for the week of October 19.
Nolan reported that he and Gross met with Dave St. Laurent ahead of the Rockport joint
meeting.
Chris Friden of the Historic Resources Committee asked how the committee's presentation to
the Board would work. Chair Nolan said there would be back-and-forth discussion and
suggested he come to the November 4 agenda setting meeting at 12:15 p.m. Mr. Friden also
noted a new exhibit on deconstruction and reuse at the library.
9. Adjournment (Video Recording Minute Mark 2:35:30)
Oxton Blake moved; Rheault seconded to adjourn. The motion passed on a 5-0-0 vote.

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October 15, 2026

The following establishments have submitted applications for approval of their VICTUALER LICENSES &
LODGING LICENSES. The appropriate application reviews have been made by the code enforcement officer
and fire chief.

Business Name

Location

Captain Swift Inn

72 Elm Street

Lodging
Exp.
09/30/2027

Victualer Exp.

CAMDEN SELECT BOARD

Chris Nolan, Chair

Kenneth Gross, Vice Chair

Susan Dorr

Chrisso Rheault

Bobbi Oxton Blake

Date of Approval

09/30/2027

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Town Manager's Report
Oct. 6, 2026
Reminder: In-person absentee voting and ballot pickup continues in the Town Office
through Thursday, Oct. 29. There is a voting booth in the lobby and an absentee ballot box
outside the Elm Street door to drop off completed ballots after hours.
As the end of the year is fast approaching, the State Department of Agriculture has
announced that the online dog license renewal portal is now open, and Camden is a
participating town. For more information, visit the town website's News section, where a
story with a link to the portal is posted. The Town Office will begin accepting in-person dog
license and renewal requests after the Nov. 3 election.
On Oct. 9, around 6 p.m., NEMHS and Camden Fire/EMS crews were dispatched to Bay
View Street for a report of a man who lost consciousness behind the wheel with the car
stopped at the intersection of Frye Street. A crew of ﬁve arrived within 4 minutes and were
joined minutes later by seven off-duty ﬁrst responders from the community. The driver was
removed from the car, a quick assessment made and CPR started. Using a cardiac monitor,
the patient was deﬁbrillated, and within a couple minutes there was resumption of a
sustained, natural heartbeat. He was on his way to our local hospital 15 minutes after the
initial contact, and arrived at PenBay Hospital's emergency room 27 minutes after the 911
call. We were pleased to learn that the driver, a Rockport resident, is reported to be
recovering.
•

Of note, within 20 minutes of crews arriving back at the public safety building, Chief
Farley received an email with the subject line "You All Are Amazing" that said, "My
friend and I are in town for a girls weekend, and Camden has been wonderful as
usual. But we came out of the Waterfront restaurant tonight and saw all the
emergency vehicles. Our car was in a spot where we couldn’t leave. So we
witnessed your team saving a man’s life in front of his wife. Much CPR and 2
deﬁbrillators and he was back. No idea if he made it, but your team was incredible in
their efforts and keeping the calm and respecting the dignity of the patient. We don’t
always hear the positives in our job, so please share this with your team. Great job
all around. Thanks for giving us a bit more faith in the human condition.�
�”

This is another example of the continuing compassionate, life-saving work being done by
Camden's ﬁre and EMS crews, alongside our partner, North East Mobile Health,
Additionally, the Fire and EMS department and North East Mobile Health want to remind
the community that if there is concern about the delivery of services, to please reach out to
the Fire Chief or the Town Manager and express it. Camden's ﬁrst responders value all

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feedback from the community, especially when it highlights a concern because we view it
as an opportunity for improvement. Every shared experience helps recognize strengths and
identify areas for growth, enabling us to continue improving the care we provide. Feel free
to drop by the Public Safety Building in person, to place a phone call, or to send email to
[email protected] or [email protected].

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To: Camden Select Board
From: Jodi Hanson, Delegated Town Manager
Date: 10/20/2026
Subject: 2 Public Landing Rental Analysis
I received a comprehensive rental analysis from Nancy Hughes at Camden Coast Real Estate for the recently
renovated Chamber building on the Public Landing. As you will see from her pasted email below, based on
square footage, current market information, etc., the range appears to be anywhere from $1,600 to $1,800
per month. I request that the Board have a discussion about this and what our next steps should be. The
quote seems rather low for a location such as this property. Please see below:

‘The subject property is located at 2 Public Landing in Camden and contains
approximately 946 square feet of first-floor commercial space, according to the town tax
card. The space is configured with a larger central area, three smaller office areas, a utility
room, and a full bathroom. Additional features include a large deck and views toward
Camden Harbor. One or two parking spaces may be available in conjunction with the
rental of the premises.
The property's location at the Public Landing provides a strong advantage for businesses
benefiting from seasonal pedestrian and vehicular activity, particularly during the
summer months. However, the location is somewhat less prominent for year-round
commercial exposure than a traditional Main Street location. The configuration and
character of the space appear well suited to a variety of small-scale commercial uses,
including professional office, gallery, studio, or retail/service-oriented businesses.
Based on current market information, first-floor commercial rental rates in downtown
Camden generally range from approximately $16.00 to $20.00 per square foot per year,
with variations attributable to location, visibility, condition, size, configuration, parking,
and other lease considerations.
Applied to the subject's reported 946 square feet, a rental rate of $20.00 per square foot
would indicate annual base rent of approximately $18,920, or $1,577 per month. A monthly
rental of $1,600 equates to approximately $20.30 per square foot annually, while $1,800
per month equates to approximately $22.83 per square foot annually.

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Considering the subject's Public Landing location, harbor views, deck, functional layout,
and potential parking, but also recognizing its somewhat more limited off-season
exposure relative to prime Main Street locations, an estimated market rental range of
$1,600 to $1,800 per month appears reasonable, subject to the specific terms and
conditions of the lease.
The higher end of this range would be more supportable for a tenant or use that derives
particular benefit from the property's seasonal location, visibility, harbor setting, and
outdoor space. A rental rate toward the lower end would be more consistent with a yearround office or service-oriented use with less reliance on seasonal pedestrian traffic.
Utility and operating expense responsibilities should also be considered when
establishing the effective rental rate. Under a typical lease arrangement, the tenant would
be responsible for its own heating costs. Water and sewer expenses could reasonably be
allocated equally between the landlord and tenant, depending upon the final lease
structure and any applicable metering or allocation provisions.
Thank you again for reaching out. Best, Nancy’

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CAMDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT

Five-Year Public Safety
Technology Plan
Camden Select Board
October 2026

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Why we're here
Approve a five-year, $137,174 agreement that equips all 10 officers with body cameras
and TASER 10s, adds video to our three cruisers, and keeps training in Camden.

Fewer claims, faster answers

$27,435
average per year over five years

When a complaint or claim comes in, video lets us settle it in days on the facts, not months on
competing stories.

Safer outcomes for residents and officers
A reliable less-lethal option and better training lower the odds anyone gets hurt, and injuries drive
the town's costs.

Transparency we can show

0.2%
of Camden's FY27 municipal budget

Contacts are recorded under a public policy, so we answer residents, reporters, and records requests
with evidence.

Predictable cost
One fixed annual payment covers equipment, warranties, a 2029 camera refresh, video storage, and
training.

Training kept in Camden
Our own certified instructors help us meet Maine's annual training requirement locally, with fewer
shifts left uncovered.
Budget share: $27,435 avg. annual cost vs. $13,371,065 FY2026-27 municipal budget approved at June 2026 Town Meeting (PenBay Pilot). Pricing from Axon quote Q-942725-002.

35%
below list price ($72,440 saved)

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What the Board is buying
TASER 10 (incl. VR) $64,998

$137,174 over five years

Body cameras $35,748

In-car video $30,028

$6.4K

Gold: one-time instructor certifications. VR training is part of the TASER plan, and unlimited evidence storage is included in plan pricing.
COMPONENT

Body cameras
10 officers | $35,748

TASER 10
10 officers | $64,998

In-car video
3 cruisers | $30,028

VR and instructors
$6,400 one-time

Unlimited storage
Included in plan pricing

PROBLEM IT SOLVES

OUTCOME FOR CAMDEN (AND DEPT.)

HOW IT DELIVERS

Complaints and claims often come down to one
person's word against another's, and take
months to sort out.

Complaints and claims resolved quickly on the
facts, with accountability residents can see. For
officers: protection from false accusations.

Every officer records public contacts under a
public policy. Cameras refresh in 2029, and
every file view is logged.

Hands-on struggles are where residents and
officers get hurt, and injuries drive claims and
workers' comp costs.

Fewer injuries and lower claim costs for the
town. For officers: a safer option that works at a
distance.

A TASER 10 for every officer, with cartridges
and annual certification included. Each use is
logged automatically.

Body cameras miss the driving, the approach,
and the back seat. Vehicle operation is where
Maine law opens towns to liability.

An independent record of every stop, crash, and
transport, covering the town's highest-exposure
activity.

Front and in-cabin cameras start when
emergency lights come on and link to body
camera video in one case file.

Every officer needs annual training. Sending
officers away means overtime, and deescalation is hard to practice in a classroom.

Lower overtime and a documented training
record, the town's best defense against "failure
to train" claims.

Certifies our own TASER and VR instructors,
so officers train in Camden, on shift, with
realistic scenarios.

Video volume grows every year. 42% of Maine
agencies say cloud storage cost more than they
expected.

A fixed cost with no overage bills, and footage
kept as long as a claim or records request could
need it.

Unlimited secure storage for all body and incar video, with redaction tools and digital
sharing with the DA.

Sources: Maine Statistical Analysis Center, Body-Worn Cameras and Law Enforcement in Maine (2024); Maine Tort Claims Act, 14 M.R.S. ch. 741; 25 M.R.S. §2804-E (annual in-service). Line-item pricing from Axon quote Q-942725-002.

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Questions we expect
Can we cut part of the package to
save money?

Why commit to five years while
the department's future is under
review?

Each piece closes a different gap. In-car
video, the largest item that stands alone,
is about $6K a year and covers vehicle
incidents, where the town's exposure is
highest.

In June, voters backed a full-service local
department 2,143 to 273. Payments
come from each year's budget, and the
agreement includes a non-appropriation
clause (town counsel to confirm).

Are TASERs safe?
Federal research found that conducted
energy devices cut the odds of suspect
injury by about 65% compared with
other force. Every use is logged
automatically and reviewed.

Won't managing video add staff
time?
It saves more than it adds. In the Las
Vegas study, a complaint took about 7
staff hours to resolve with video versus
91 without. Redaction and DA sharing
are built in.

What about residents' privacy?
Recording follows a written, public
policy: limits in medical settings and
sensitive victim interviews, a log of
everyone who views a file, and redaction
before any release.

Are we getting a fair price?
The quote is 35% below list, $72,440 in
savings, and the annual payment is fixed
for five years, including a 2029 camera
refresh and extended warranties.

Sources: PenBay Pilot (June 2026 Town Meeting results); NIJ less-lethal injury study (12 agencies, 24,380 incidents); CNA/UNLV Las Vegas body camera study (NIJ-funded); Axon MSPA §16.2.

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What it costs vs. what it avoids
PROGRAM COST

AVOIDED COST

ASSUMPTION

PER YEAR

$27,435

Complaint investigations

4 to 6 complaints a year; video saves 30 to 40 supervisor hours
each at $65/hr (Las Vegas saw 84 hours saved)

$8K - $16K

per year, averaged over five years

Officer injury claims

About 2 lost-time injuries avoided over five years (0.3 to 0.4 a
year); average claim $47,316 (NCCI)

$14K - $19K

About $75 a day

Training overtime

12 to 16 fewer backfilled hours per officer per year, 10 officers,
at $60 to $70/hr

$7K - $11K

Evidence and records admin

2 to 3 staff hours a week saved on DA sharing, copies, and
records requests at $40/hr

$4K - $6K

Payments: $3,429 in Nov. 2026, then
$26,749 each August, 2027 to 2031

$1.55 back per $1 at the midpoint
Documented avoided cost

midpoint about $43K

$33K - $52K

Not counted above: lawsuits

National benchmarks

If video closes even one claim early, an estimated $25K to $100K+ in
defense and settlement costs is avoided. Maine caps most state tort awards
at $400K per occurrence; federal civil-rights claims have no cap.

Las Vegas study: net savings of about $2,900 to $3,200 per camera-wearing
officer per year. University of Chicago review: body camera benefits of
roughly 5 to 1 over cost.

Sources: CNA/UNLV Las Vegas study; NCCI via NSC Injury Facts (2025); Maine SAC (2024); UChicago Crime Lab (2021); 14 M.R.S. §8105; Maine State Controller. Hourly rates are estimates; use Camden's actual rates.

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Axon Enterprise, Inc.

17800 N 85th St, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255, United States
VAT: 86-0741227
Domestic: (800) 978-2737 | International: +1 800.978.2737

Q-942725-002

Acct: 154190

Issued
Expires
Payment Terms
Mode of Delivery

Sep 24, 2026
N/A
N30
AUTO-GND

Camden Police Dept. - ME

Currency: USD

CUSTOMER DETAILS
SHIP TO

BILL TO

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

PRIMARY CONTACT

Camden Police Dept. - ME

David Zador

Allen Weaver

31 Washington St
Camden, ME
04843-1521
USA

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (207) 236-7953
Email: [email protected]

QUOTE SUMMARY

DISCOUNT SUMMARY

Program Length

60 Months

MSRP

$209,613.30

Contract Start

Dec 1, 2026

Total Savings

$72,439.70

Contract End

Nov 30, 2031

TOTAL CONTRACT

Net Total

$137,173.60

Est. Tax

$0.00

Total Contract Value

$137,173.60

PAYMENT SUMMARY
DATE

SUBTOTAL

EST. TAX

TOTAL

Nov 1, 2026

$3,429.35

$0.00

$3,429.35

Aug 1, 2027

$26,748.85

$0.00

$26,748.85

Aug 1, 2028

$26,748.85

$0.00

$26,748.85

Aug 1, 2029

$26,748.85

$0.00

$26,748.85

Aug 1, 2030

$26,748.85

$0.00

$26,748.85

Aug 1, 2031

$26,748.85

$0.00

$26,748.85

Total

$137,173.60

$0.00

$137,173.60

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

Tax estimates are approximate and subject to change at time of invoicing.

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Camden Police Dept. - ME

Q-942725-002

Generated Sep 24, 2026

SUMMARY PRICING FOR TERM
ITEM

DESCRIPTION

QTY

TERM
(START)

UNBUNDLED

LIST PRICE

NET PRICE

SUBTOTAL

EST. TAX

TOTAL

60
(12/2026)

$120.24

$59.58

$35,748.00

$0.00

$35,748.00

Body Worn Camera Total

$35,748.00

$0.00

$35,748.00

BODY WORN CAMERA
B00102

Axon Body Camera Starter Plan

CEW
C00031

TASER 10 Certification Pro Plan

60
(12/2026)

$163.71

$108.33

$64,998.00

$0.00

$64,998.00

101208

Axon TASER 10 - 2 Day Instructor Course - Inside
Sales

—

$2,900.00

$0.00

$2,900.00

CEW Total

$67,898.00

$0.00

$67,898.00

$166.82

$30,027.60

$0.00

$30,027.60

Fleet Total

$30,027.60

$0.00

$30,027.60

$3,500.00

$0.00

$3,500.00

Virtual Reality Total

$3,500.00

$0.00

$3,500.00

SUBTOTAL

EST. TAX

TOTAL

$137,173.60

$0.00

$137,173.60

FLEET
Fleet3B

Fleet 3 Basic

60
(12/2026)

$182.46

$166.82

VIRTUAL REALITY
102605

VR Instructor Certification + Implementation (Inside
Sales)

—

Total

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

—

$3,500.00

Tax estimates are approximate and subject to change at time of invoicing.

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Camden Police Dept. - ME

Q-942725-002

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DELIVERY SCHEDULE
ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Nov 1, 2026
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

QTY

71019

Axon Body - Dock Powercord - North America

70033

Axon Body - Dock Wall Mount - Bracket Assembly

11507

Axon Body - Mount - Rapidlock Single MOLLE

100466

Axon Body 4 - Cable - USB-C to USB-C

100147

Axon Body 4 - Camera - First Responder Black Rapidlock US

100206

Axon Body 4 - Dock - Eight-Bay

100775

Axon Body 4 - Magnetic Disconnect Cable

103346

Axon Fleet - Ericsson R980-5GD-A+5Yr Netcloud

101924

Axon Fleet - Taoglas Ant - 7-in-1 4Cell 2WIFI 1GNSS Int

72036

Axon Fleet 3 - Standard 2 Camera Kit

70112

Axon Signal Vehicle

20018

Axon TASER - Battery Pack - Tactical

100591

Axon TASER - Cleaning Kit

74200

Axon TASER - Dock - Six-Bay Plus Core

80087

Axon TASER - Target - Conductive Professional Ruggedized

80090

Axon TASER - Target Frame - Professional 27.5 in X 75 in

100400

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Halt

100

100401

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Inert

100

100399

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Live

200

102186

Axon TASER 10 - Command Box

100390

Axon TASER 10 - Handle - Yellow Class 3R

100611

Axon TASER 10 - Holster - Safariland RH

100394

Axon TASER 10 - Magazine - Halt Training Blue

100396

Axon TASER 10 - Magazine - Inert Red

101755

Axon TASER 10 - Magazine - Live Duty Black

101757

Axon TASER 10 - Magazine - Live Training Purple

101456

Axon TASER 10 - Replacement Interposer Bucket

101455

Axon TASER 10 - Replacement Tool Kit - Interposer Bucket

100832

Axon VR - Controller - Handgun VR19H

100748

Axon VR - Controller - TASER 10

100122

Axon VR - Headset - Battery

101751

Axon VR - Headset - HTC Focus Vision

101123

Axon VR - Holster - TASER 10 Safariland Gray - LH

101122

Axon VR - Holster - TASER 10 Safariland Gray - RH

102389

Axon VR - Multi-User Room Marker

101294

Axon VR - Tablet

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

Tax estimates are approximate and subject to change at time of invoicing.

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Q-942725-002

Generated Sep 24, 2026

101300

Axon VR - Tablet Case

100126

Axon VR - Tactical Bag

100623

Enhanced Hook-and-Loop Training (Halt) Suit (V2)

SOFTWARE

QTY

CN100147

Axon Body 4 Connected Camera Black US

V00023

Full VR Plan

SERVICES

QTY

102769

Axon Body - License - Connected Camera 30 Months

73391

Axon Fleet 3 - Deployment Per Vehicle - Not Oversized

100738

Axon Fleet 3 - SIM Insertion - VZW 4FF

101208

Axon TASER 10 - 2 Day Instructor Course - Inside Sales

100751

Axon TASER 10 - Replacement Access Program - Duty Cartridge

102605

VR Instructor Certification + Implementation (Inside Sales)

WARRANTIES

QTY

80464

Axon Body - TAP Warranty - Camera

80465

Axon Body - TAP Warranty - Multi-Bay Dock

80495

Axon Fleet 3 - Ext Warranty - 2 Camera Kit

80379

Axon Signal - Ext Warranty - Signal Vehicle

80374

Axon TASER - Ext Warranty - Battery Pack T7/T10

80396

Axon TASER - Ext Warranty - Dock Six-Bay T7/T10

100704

Axon TASER 10 - Ext Warranty - Handle

101008

Axon VR - Ext Warranty - Handgun Controller

100197

Axon VR - Ext Warranty - Headset

100213

Axon VR - Ext Warranty - Tablet

101007

Axon VR - Ext Warranty - TASER Controller

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Dec 1, 2026
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
SOFTWARE

QTY

80400

Axon Evidence - Fleet Vehicle License

73840

Axon Evidence - License - Basic

73746

Axon Evidence - License - Pro

73686

Axon Evidence - Storage - Axon Device Unlimited

80410

Axon Evidence - Storage - Fleet 1 Camera Unlimited

101180

Axon TASER - Data Science Program

20248

Axon TASER - Evidence.Com License

20370

Axon VR - User Access - Full VR

SERVICES

101193

QTY

Axon TASER - On Demand Certification

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Nov 1, 2027
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

100400

QTY

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Halt

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

Tax estimates are approximate and subject to change at time of invoicing.

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Q-942725-002

Generated Sep 24, 2026

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Nov 1, 2028
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

100400

QTY

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Halt

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: May 1, 2029
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

QTY

73309

Axon Body - TAP Refresh 1 - Camera

73689

Axon Body - TAP Refresh 1 - Dock Multi-Bay

101009

Axon VR - TAP Refresh 1 - Handgun Controller

20373

Axon VR - TAP Refresh 1 - Headset

100210

Axon VR - TAP Refresh 1 - Tablet

101012

Axon VR - TAP Refresh 1 - TASER Controller

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Nov 1, 2029
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

100400

QTY

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Halt

ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: Nov 1, 2030
Shipping Location: 31 Washington St, Camden, ME, 04843-1521, USA
HARDWARE

100400

QTY

Axon TASER 10 - Cartridge - Halt

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

Tax estimates are approximate and subject to change at time of invoicing.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Tax is estimated based on rates applicable at date of quote and subject to change at time of invoicing. If a tax exemption certificate should be applied, please submit prior to invoicing.

STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Axon Master Services and Purchasing Agreement:
This Quote is limited to and conditional upon your acceptance of the provisions set forth herein and Axon’s Master Services and Purchasing Agreement (posted at https://
www.axon.com/sales-terms-and-conditions), as well as the attached Statement of Work (SOW) for Axon Fleet and/or Axon Interview Room purchase, if applicable. In the event you
and Axon have entered into a prior agreement to govern all future purchases, that agreement shall govern to the extent it includes the products and services being purchased and does
not conflict with the Axon Customer Experience Improvement Program Appendix as described below.
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The Axon Customer Experience Improvement Program Appendix, which includes the sharing of de-identified segments of Agency Content with Axon to develop new products and
improve your product experience (posted at www.axon.com/legal/sales-terms-and-conditions), is incorporated herein by reference. By signing below, you agree to the terms of the
Axon Customer Experience Improvement Program.
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Any purchase order issued in response to this Quote is subject solely to the above referenced terms and conditions. By signing below, you represent that you are lawfully able to enter
into contracts. If you are signing on behalf of an entity (including but not limited to the company, municipality, or government agency for whom you work), you represent to Axon that
you have legal authority to bind that entity. If you do not have this authority, please do not sign this Quote.

EXCEPTIONS TO STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Estimated Amounts and Contract Terminations. Any amounts stated as due under existing or terminated contracts — including contract transfer balances carried forward to new or
pending contracts — are estimates based on payments received as of the calculation date. These estimates may be adjusted if new contracts are not executed on the anticipated
dates or if expected payments are not made.
Refresh Shipment Timing
Technology Assurance Plan (TAP) Refresh Prior to Renewal. For Customers with expiring agreements that include TAP refresh rights, Axon may, in its discretion, ship refresh hardware
under the existing contract while renewal or replacement agreements are in progress. Any such shipments will be deemed made under the terms of the existing contract until the new
contract is fully executed, after which any applicable updates, fees, or adjustments will apply.
Shipment Timing
Shipment Variance . Estimated shipment dates are provided for planning purposes only and are not guarantees. Axon may ship hardware before or after the estimated shipment
date, and failure to meet an estimated shipment date will not, by itself, constitute a breach, provided Axon uses commercially reasonable efforts to meet estimated shipment dates.

Signature

Date Signed

9/24/2026

Axon Enterprise, Inc.

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REVOCABLE LICENSE
THIS LICENSE made this ________ day of October, 2026, by and between the Town of
Camden, with principal municipal offices in Camden, Knox County, Maine (hereinafter “the
Town”), and Stacy Clark, Individually and as a Member of Rosebury 1983, LLC, with a mailing
address of 146 Beaumont Road, Devon, PA 19333 (hereinafter "Clark") for that certain property
located at 59 Chestnut Street, Camden, Maine, Tax Map 119 Lot 129 (hereinafter referred as “the
Property”), which is described in a deed recorded in Book 6019 Page 292 of the Knox County
Registry of Deeds.
WHEREAS, Clark is seeking to install a privately owned telephone pole and
conduit/wires within a portion of the Chestnut Street public right of way, and run said
conduit/wires underground from the telephone pole in a westerly direction approximately 10 feet
to the easterly bound of the Licensee’s Property (collectively the “Improvements”), as depicted
on the detail of survey prepared by Gartley & Dorsky Engineering & Surveying , Rockport,
Maine, dated July 18, 2025, 2024, which is attached hereto in Exhibit A;
WHEREAS, the Town is willing to grant revocable permission for the above-described
Improvements to be placed in the public right of way in the location depicted on the Sketch,
pursuant to this Revocable License Agreement as set forth herein; and
WHEREAS, the Licensee is willing to accept a Revocable License Agreement for said
Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the Town and the Licensee have entered into this License Agreement for the
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purposes set forth herein.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements
contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. Clark is hereby granted a Revocable License to install Improvements in the location
and dimensions depicted on the Sketch, and the Town hereby provides this Revocable License
for said Improvements, which includes the right to repair and maintain said Improvements,
subject to written notice to and written approval by the Camden Highway Department Director.
2. All materials supplied and work performed by Clark or its Contractor in the
installation shall be constructed in a safe and finished manner, to the satisfaction of the Camden
Highway Department Director.
3. Any damage to the Town’s right of way improvements, during installation or any
subsequent repair and maintenance shall immediately be repaired by Clark to the satisfaction of
the Highway Department Director, at the sole expense of Clark; the Highway Department
Director may cause the Town to make said repairs if he deems that appropriate, at the cost of
Clark, in the event that Clark unreasonably delays or objects to the scope of the repair deemed
necessary.
4. This Agreement may be amended only by an instrument in writing signed by the
parties hereto.
5. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the law of the State of Maine
and is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and
assigns.
6. This Revocable License may be terminated by the Town for any reason or no reason
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upon 180 days’ written notice from the Town of Camden to Clark at the address written above.
7. Clark shall not assign or otherwise transfer any interest in this Revocable License.
8. Clark further agrees to indemnify and hold the Town harmless from and against any
liability, loss, cost, damage or expense, including reasonable attorney’s fees, incurred by the
Town, arising out of the installation, maintenance, or use of the Revocable License hereunder by
the Licensee or any person claiming by, through or under the Licensee, or arising out of the
failure of the Licensee to perform or abide by any of the terms or conditions of this agreement, or
arising out of any intentional or negligent acts by the Revocable Licensee, or anyone claiming
by, through or under the Licensee.
9. Clark shall maintain, and pay the cost of maintaining, for the duration of the License
granted herein, general liability insurance with coverage of not less than Four Hundred Thousand
Dollars ($400,000) for each incident or claim, which insurance policy shall name the Town as an
additional insured and shall provide that such insurance policy shall not be canceled or amended
without at least twenty (20) days prior written notice to the Town. Licensee shall provide a
certificate of insurance to the Town Manager upon execution of this License, demonstrating such
coverage.
10. Under no circumstances shall any use of the Licensed area unreasonably interfere in
any way with the use of the public way by the public or the Town.
11. Clark shall obtain such permits as may be necessary for said installation and
subsequent repair or maintenance, as may be required to be issued by the Ordinances of the
Town of Camden, or as required by the Town Manager or as required by the Camden Code and
Planning Office, and all work shall comply with said permits.
12. This Revocable License shall NOT be recorded in the Knox County Registry of
Deeds.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Revocable License on
the day and year first-above written.

TOWN OF CAMDEN
LICENSOR:

By:_____________________________
Jodi Hanson, Town Manager
Duly authorized.

ROSEBURY 1983, LLC
LICENSEE:

__________________________________
Stacy Clark, Individually and as Member

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BOOK 6019, PAGE 292
TAX MAP 119, LOT 129
LOT AREA = 16,422 SQ. FT.

STONE MONUMENT FOUND

15"

DOOR THRESHOLD=38.28'

STONE CURB;
POSSIBLE ENCROACHMENT BY
SUBJECT PROPERTY

10.

1.9'

BOOK 1725, PAGE 215
TAX MAP 119, LOT 128

.16

BASE OF 3/4" FENCE ROD,
2.0' ABOVE GRND.

NORMAN H. &
BONNIE T. LOWE

W
5/8" REBAR W/ ORANGE CAP,
"BEAL SURVEYING CO;
0148;
2286",
0.2' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD FOR APPARENT CHESTNUT
STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY)

CERTIFICATION:

1) "REAL ESTATE BOUNDARY SURVEY FOR JOSHUA L. RAPAPORT AND KATJA M. WICHLAND; 65 CHESTNUT STREET IN CAMDEN,
MAINE", BY F.E. BEAL SURVEYING COMPANY, DATED NOVEMBER 2017.

TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, INFORMATION, AND BELIEF, AND IN MY PROFESSIONAL OPINION,
THIS SURVEY CONFORMS TO THE STANDARDS OF PRACTICE PROMULGATED BY THE MAINE BOARD
OF LICENSURE FOR PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTIONS:
NO WRITTEN REPORT PREPARED

FOR THIS LOT, THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE
PART OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING NEAREST
TO CHESTNUT STREET AND THE EDGE OF THE
APPARENT CHESTNUT RIGHT OF WAY = 5.3'

5/8" REBAR W/ ORANGE CAP,
"BEAL SURVEYING CO;
0148;
2286",
FLUSH W/ GRND.
(HELD FOR APPARENT CHESTNUT
STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY)

24" CMP
INV.=37.4';
INLET DIAMETER
MEASURES ±21",
PRESUMED TO BE
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STORM PIPE
RIM=43.00'

PROJ. NO.

18" CMP

PLAN REFERENCES:

TIC 2023

(HELD PER PLAN REF. #1 &
WHL BK. 36, PG. 55)

112" IRON PIPE,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

24" CMP

118" DRILL HOLE IN BOULDER

2) AN UNTITLED PLAN FOR "YOUNG" BY DOWNEAST SURVEYING AND DEVELOPMENT, INC DATED MARCH 17, 2023.

HOUSE

EZRA HALL
TO
ABBIE F. BROWN
BK. 19, PG. 300
JANUARY 24, 1868

15
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MP

CHECKED BY:
DATE:

AUGUST 22, 2023

DRAWN BY:

1" = 10'

COUNTY: KNOX

STATE: MAINE

APPARENT RIGHT-OF-WAY

BOOK 5620, PAGE 181
TAX MAP 119, LOT 127

SCALE:

3.5'

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TO
EZRA HALL
BK. 5, PG. 412
NOVEMBER 15, 1861

ME NAD
GR EAST 83
ID
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131

ENGINEERING

ROBERT G. WIDEN

STONE WALL REMAINS

104.99'

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1.4' ABOVE GRND.

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TDurant

118" DRILL HOLE IN BOULDER
(HELD FOR DIRECTION PER
PLAN REF. #1)

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

BOOK 855, PAGE 7
TAX MAP 119, LOT 111

15'

BASE OF 5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

1/2" IRON PIPE,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

BITUMINOUS CURB

38'
96.

OH
OH

46.5'

CMP 8
CMP 8

BITUMINOUS CURB

1" IRON PIPE,
1.2' ABOVE GRND.

CAMDEN

BASE OF 5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,OH
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.2' ABOVE GRND.

PAVED SIDEWALK

EPHRAIM BARRETT
TO
SHUBAL (SHUBALL) MAYO
WHL BK. 36, PG. 55
AUGUST 4, 1827

OH
OH
OH

50.6'

GRAVEL DRIVE

TOWN:

GARAGE

WITHOUT SIGNATURE

ROOF OVERHANG (TYP.)

OH
EXISTING HEIGHT OF
BUILDING=22.9'

S U R V EY I N G

ROOF RIDGE

APPARENT RIGHT-OF-WAY

Dorsky

58.6'

46.4'

47.6'

Gartley

STONE WALK

2023-0132

Ó GARTLEY & DORSKY ENGINEERING & SURVEYING, INC. - THIS PLAN MAY NOT BE COPIED WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF GARTLEY & DORSKY ENGINEERING & SURVEYING, INC. AND/OR THE CLIENT FOR WHOM THE PLAN WAS COMMISSIONED.

47.6'

FINISHED FLOOR=38.13'

MICHAEL A. &
KATHLEEN A. VALENTE

STONE RETAINING WALL

165 Main Street, Suite 2E, PO Box 1072, Damariscotta, ME 04543
Ph. (207) 790-5005

RAISED BED
GARDEN (TYP.)

LOCATION: 59 CHESTNUT STREET

59 Union Street, Unit 1, Camden, ME 04843
Ph. (207) 236-4365 ŸFax (207) 236-3055 ŸToll Free (888) 282-4365

RET

EW
ALK

CO
NC

3.5'

BOUNDARY & TOPOGRAPHIC
SURVEY

AVERAGE FRONT SETBACK PER CAMDEN'S LAND
USE ORDINANCE'S DEFINITION OF ESTABLISHED
UNIFORM SETBACK RELATIONSHIP

OH
OH

ROOF VALLEY

STONE WALK

STACY CLARK

3.4'

(A
D.E S DEF STR
.P.'S INE EAM
DU
N
PRO ATUR NDER
TEC AL R
M
TIO ESO AINE
NA
U
CT) RCES

52.7'

5.5'

24" CMP

EC
PR OR
O D
N1
BO POR DIST
2
UL TIO AN 1 °46
DE N CE 19 '5
R ED P .2 1"E
AN B ER 3'
D ETW W
ST E HL
ON EN B
E DR K. 3
M IL 6
ON L
,
UM HO PG
EN LE . 55
T) IN

ENTRANCE
OVERHANG

RAMP
WOODEN

ROOF RIDGE

8.2'

20" SPRUCE

AREA OF SATURATED SOIL
AND STANDING WATER;
POSSIBLE WETLANDS

DORMER

WOODEN STAIRS

TBM
60d SPIKE IN 20" SPRUCE,
0.1' ABOVE ROOT
ELEV.=31.36'
(SEE NOTE #3)

HOUSE

OH
OH

AVERAGE ORIGINAL GRADE
ADJOINING FOUNDATION=35.7'

TRADITIONAL VILLAGE (V)
LAND USE DISTRICT
CHESTNUT STREET
HISTORIC DISTRICT

56.9'

CONIFEROUS TREE

OH
OH

DECORATIVE STONE WALL

ROOF VALLEY

DECK;
ELEV.=37.6'

WOODEN STEP

DOOR THRESHOLD=38.16'

STONE
RETAINING
WALL
BITUMINOUS CURB

DOOR THRESHOLD=37.84'

BOULDER

OH
OH

STONE STAIRS

47.2'

PICKET FENCE
CONCRETE SLAB

BULKHEAD

SANITARY MANHOLE

OH
OH

ROOF RIDGE

47.4'

PAVED SIDEWALK

BELMONT GLEN, LLC

MULCHED AREA

S25°09'09"E
47.88'

13) SETBACK AND ZONING INFORMATION SHOULD BE VERIFIED WITH THE TOWN OF CAMDEN CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER PRIOR TO
DEVELOPMENT ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
0.5' ABOVE GRND.

OH
1.8'

51.7'

RAISED BED
GARDEN (TYP.)

12) PER CAMDEN'S LAND USE ORDINANCE SIDE SETBACKS ARE TO BE "10 FEET, PROVIDED THE SUM OF BOTH SIDE YARDS IS AT
LEAST 25 FEET, HOWEVER, ANY STRUCTURE THAT HAS AN EXISTING NONCONFORMING SIDE SETBACK SHALL HAVE A SETBACK
REQUIREMENT OF 15 FEET ON EACH SIDE".

N66°35'14"E
3.64' (TIE LINE)

ROOF VALLEY

15'

BASE OF 5"X6" STONE MONUMENT,
0.5' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD)

STORM PIPE

OH
OH

0.5'

WATER VALVE

CATCH BASIN

BITUMINOUS CURB

N66°35'14"E
144.54'

ELECTRIC METER

WATER SHUT OFF

CHESTNUT STREET

(PAVED, PUBLIC)
(ORIGINALLY LAID OUT AND ACCEPTED
IN 1797; NO WIDTH SPECIFIED)

PICKET FENCE

POSSIBLE ENCROACHMENT
BY SUBJECT PROPERTY

4.0' ABOVE GRND.

181" IRON ROD,
2.2' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD FOR DIRECTION)

NO EASEMENT FOUND

PICKET FENCE

RIM=30.95'

PICKET FENCE

BARN

134" IRON PIPE,

UTILITY POLE
CMP 7
OVERHEAD UTILITY LINE

OH
OH

8.2'

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

SPOT ELEVATION ON ROOF

T-POST,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

7.7'

PROPANE TANK

HOUSE

10) THE EXISTING BUILDING COVERAGE CALCULATIONS FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTY ARE AS FOLLOWS:
TOTAL BUILDING AREA = 1,702 SQ. FT.
LOT AREA = 16,422 SQ. FT.
EXISTING BUILDING COVERAGE = 10.4%
MAXIMUM ALLOWED BUILDING COVERAGE = 25%

EXISTING CONTOUR

SHEET TITLE:

OH
OH

75'

EPHRAIM & WILLIAM G. BARRETT
TO
FRANCES A. BARRETT
WHL BK. 54, PG. 210
APRIL 6, 1857

PAVED SIDEWALK

BOOK 4603, PAGE 298
TAX MAP 119, LOT 30

CM
P

24" CMP
INV.=26.0';
OUTLET DIAMETER
MEASURES ±21",
PRESUMED TO BE
24" DIAMETER
STORM PIPE

24" CMP
BITUMINOUS CURB

LISA G. MILLIMET
REVOCABLE TRUST

8) A WETLANDS DELINEATION IS SUGGESTED TO EXAMINE THE PRESENCE OF WETLANDS ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, PRIMARILY IN THE
AREA IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE STREAM SHOWN HEREON.

RIM=31.14'

DRILL HOLE

NO.

5/8" REBAR PROPOSED

7) THE APPARENT CHESTNUT STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY IS BASED ON PLAN REFERENCE #1 AS SHOWN HEREON. THOUGH NO RECORD
RIGHT-OF-WAY WIDTH IS CONTAINED IN THE 1797 LAYOUT DESCRIPTION OF CHESTNUT STREET, THE TOWN OF CAMDEN APPEARS TO
RECOGNIZE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WIDTH OF CHESTNUT AS BEING BETWEEN 60'-66' PER A DOCUMENT PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF
CAMDEN TITLED, "TOWN OF CAMDEN OFFICIAL STREET LIST". THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WIDTH INDICATED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS CONSISTENT
WITH THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE CENTERLINE OF THE TRAVELED SURFACE OF CHESTNUT STREET AND THE APPARENT RIGHT-OF-WAY
DETERMINATION SHOWN ON PLAN REFERENCE #1 AND HEREON. THE APPARENT CHESTNUT STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY IS SUBJECT TO ANY
VARIATIONS A RIGHT-OF-WAY SURVEY MAY REVEAL. OWNERSHIP WITHIN THE CHESTNUT STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY WAS NOT EXAMINED AS
PART OF THIS SURVEY.

ADDED STORMWATER INVERTS & CATCH BASIN

IRON PIPE FOUND

6) BOOKS AND PAGES REFERRED TO ON THIS PLAN ARE RECORDED IN THE KNOX COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS.

SHUBALL (SHUBAL) MAYO
TO
LUCY BARRETT
WHL BK. 37, PG. 341
JANUARY 30, 1829

IRON ROD FOUND

5) OWNER INFORMATION IS TAKEN FROM THE TOWN OF CAMDEN TAX COMMITMENT FOR THE 2023 FISCAL YEAR.

BOOK 5760, PAGE 146
TAX MAP 119, LOT 107

STONE WALL

REVISIONS

SETBACK

5/8" REBAR W/ YELLOW CAP,
"NO. 1218;
ISLAND MARINE",
0.3' ABOVE GRND.

DATE

FORMER/HISTORIC PROPERTY LINE

RIM=31.32'

9) LEGAL COUNSEL IS SUGGESTED TO EXAMINE ANY ADVERSE RIGHTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ENCROACHMENTS SHOWN HEREON AND
TO EXAMINE ANY ADVERSE RIGHTS BENEFITING THE LOWE PROPERTY BETWEEN THE SOUTHERLY PROPERTY LINE OF THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY AND THE STONE WALL LOCATED NORTHERLY OF SAID PROPERTY LINE.

08/08/25

APPROXIMATE PROPERTY LINE

4) THIS PLAN IS THE RESULT OF AN ON THE GROUND FIELD SURVEY PERFORMED IN JUNE AND AUGUST 2023.

11) THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN AN AREA THAT IS SUBJECT TO AN ESTABLISHED UNIFORM SETBACK RELATIONSHIP AS
DEFINED IN CAMDEN'S LAND USE ORDINANCE. PER CAMDEN'S LAND USE ORDINANCE, ALL NEW BUILDINGS "SHALL BE SET BACK FROM
THE EDGE OF THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF THE STREET NO MORE THAN A MAXIMUM DISTANCE WHICH IS 5 FEET GREATER THAN THE
AVERAGE SETBACK FOR THOSE TWO ADJACENT LOTS ON EACH SIDE OF THE SUBJECT LOT AND NO LESS THAN A MINIMUM DISTANCE
WHICH IS 5 FEET LESS THAN THE AVERAGE SETBACK FOR THOSE TWO ADJACENT LOTS ON EACH SIDE OF THE SUBJECT LOT;
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, THAT SUCH A BUILDING ON THE SUBJECT LOT SHALL BE NO CLOSER TO THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF THE STREET
THAN THE BUILDING CLOSEST TO THE EDGE OF THAT RIGHT-OF WAY ON THOSE 4 ADJACENT LOTS". THE AREA DEFINED BY THIS
SECTION OF CAMDEN'S LAND USE ORDINANCE IS SHOWN AS THE MAGENTA HATCHED AREA HEREON. ALSO PER CAMDEN'S LAND USE
ORDINANCE, "WHERE A UNIFORM SETBACK RELATIONSHIP EXISTS...ADDITIONS TO EXISTING STRUCTURES SHALL BE SET NO LESS THAN
TWO FEET FURTHER BACK THAN THE ACTUAL SETBACK OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING UNLESS THAT ACTUAL SETBACK IS GREATER THAN
THE MAXIMUM SETBACK".

SURVEYED PROPERTY LINE

3) ELEVATIONS ARE REFERENCED TO NAVD 1988 BASED ON STATIC GPS OBSERVATIONS PERFORMED ON NOVEMBER 20, 2012 AND
PROCESSED THROUGH THE NATIONAL GEODETIC SURVEY'S ONLINE POSITIONING USER SERVICE (OPUS).

ROSEBURY 1983, LLC

LEGEND

CLIENT/PROJECT:

2) ALL DIRECTIONS ARE REFERENCED TO THE MAINE COORDINATE SYSTEM OF 1983 (2011), EAST ZONE, BASED ON AN RTK GPS
SURVEY. ALL DISTANCES ARE GRID DISTANCES. THE COMBINED FACTOR IS 0.99992804.

FOR THIS LOT, THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE
PART OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING NEAREST
TO CHESTNUT STREET AND THE EDGE OF THE
APPARENT CHESTNUT RIGHT OF WAY = 5.1'

RECORD OWNER OF
SURVEYED PROPERTY:

1) ALL IRON PINS PROPOSED ARE TO BE 5/8" REBAR MARKED WITH A PLASTIC SURVEYOR'S CAP STAMPED "G&D 2290
2366-2424-2468".

THIS PLAN PRELIMINARY

SURVEYOR'S NOTES:

Page 29 of 58

STORM PIPE

FORMER/HISTORIC PROPERTY LINE

CATCH BASIN

SETBACK

PROPOSED CATCH BASIN

IRON ROD FOUND
RIM=31.32'
IRON PIPE FOUND

PROPOSED FOOTING UNDERDRAIN

5/8" REBAR PROPOSED

SANITARY MANHOLE

NEW GARAGE

ROBERT G. WIDEN

104.99'

STONE WALL REMAINS
'
.16

3.5'
APPARENT RIGHT-OF-WAY

NORMAN H. &
BONNIE T. LOWE

5/8" REBAR W/ ORANGE CAP,
"BEAL SURVEYING CO;
0148;
2286",
0.2' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD FOR APPARENT CHESTNUT
STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY)

BOOK 5620, PAGE 181
TAX MAP 119, LOT 127

121" IRON PIPE,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

2) AN UNTITLED PLAN FOR "YOUNG" BY DOWNEAST SURVEYING AND DEVELOPMENT, INC DATED MARCH 17, 2023.
3) "BOUNDARY & TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY, STACY CLARK," BY GARTLEY & DORSKY ENGINEERING & SURVEYING, DATED AUGUST 22, 2023.

FOR THIS LOT, THE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE
PART OF THE PRINCIPAL BUILDING NEAREST
TO CHESTNUT STREET AND THE EDGE OF THE
APPARENT CHESTNUT RIGHT OF WAY = 5.3'
53.33'

H:\Land Projects 3\230132\Drawings\230132_Civil.dwg

PLAN REFERENCES:

JULY 18, 2025
DATE:

HOUSE

BASE OF 3/4" FENCE ROD,
2.4' ABOVE GRND.

1) "REAL ESTATE BOUNDARY SURVEY FOR JOSHUA L. RAPAPORT AND KATJA M. WICHLAND; 65 CHESTNUT STREET IN CAMDEN, MAINE", BY
F.E. BEAL SURVEYING COMPANY, DATED NOVEMBER 2017.

1/2" IRON PIPE,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

SURVEYING

BOOK 1725, PAGE 215
TAX MAP 119, LOT 128

1" IRON PIPE,
1.2' ABOVE GRND.

ENGINEERING

38
35

34
30

7/8" IRON PIPE,
1.4' ABOVE GRND.

, PG. 55
L BK. 36
E PER WH RILL HOLE IN
DISTANC
D
(RECORD TIONED BETWEEN NUMENT)
NE MO
PROPOR
AND STO
BOULDER
38.46'
9"W
N32°13'0

°16

S44

227

(HE 135°
BK. LD PER
36,
W
PG. HL
55 )

"W
'49

S25°09'09"E 158.32'

BASE OF 3/4" FENCE ROD,
2.0' ABOVE GRND.

'
.54

181" DRILL HOLE IN BOULDER
(HELD FOR DIRECTION PER
PLAN REF. #1)

BITUMINOUS CURB

PAVED SIDEWALK

EXISTING AVERAGE ORIGINAL GRADE
ADJOINING FOUNDATION=35.7'

15'

CMP 8
CMP 8

OH
OH

1.9'

PROPOSED LOCATION OF
CLIENT OWNED TELEPHONE
POLE IN TOWN R.O.W.

CHESTNUT STREET

(PAVED, PUBLIC)
(ORIGINALLY LAID OUT AND ACCEPTED
IN 1797; NO WIDTH SPECIFIED)

38'
96.

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

LPost

S
STONE CURB;
POSSIBLE ENCROACHMENT BY
SUBJECT PROPERTY

10.

BASE OF 5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

BOOK 855, PAGE 7
TAX MAP 119, LOT 111

OH
OH

BASE OF 5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
OH
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.2' ABOVE GRND.

MICHAEL A. &
KATHLEEN A. VALENTE

STATE: MAINE

OH
S

TBM
60d SPIKE IN 20" SPRUCE,
0.1' ABOVE ROOT
ELEV.=31.36'
(SEE NOTE #3)

An Employee Owned Company

20" SPRUCE

59 Union Street, Unit 1, Camden, ME 04843
Ph. (207) 236-4365 ● Fax (207) 236-3055 ● Toll Free (888) 282-4365

APPARENT RIGHT-OF-WAY

OH
OH

8.2'

LOCATION: 59 CHESTNUT STREET

COUNTY: KNOX

AVERAGE FRONT SETBACK PER CAMDEN'S LAND
USE ORDINANCE'S DEFINITION OF ESTABLISHED
UNIFORM SETBACK RELATIONSHIP
35

STACY CLARK

5.5'

TRADITIONAL VILLAGE (V)
LAND USE DISTRICT
CHESTNUT STREET
HISTORIC DISTRICT

OH
OH

DECORATIVE STONE WALL

BASE OF 5"X6" STONE MONUMENT,
0.5' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD)

CAMDEN

TOWN:

33
3.4'

118" DRILL HOLE IN BOULDER
(HELD PER PLAN REF. #1 &
WHL BK. 36, PG. 55)

DRAWN BY:

OH
OH

NEW HOUSE

5/8" REBAR W/ ORANGE CAP,
"BEAL SURVEYING CO;
0148;
2286",
FLUSH W/ GRND.
(HELD FOR APPARENT CHESTNUT
STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY)

ADVANCE
COPY
PROJ. NO.

2023-0132

BITUMINOUS CURB

PAVED SIDEWALK

277 Main Street, Suite 4, Damariscotta, Maine 04543
Ph. (207) 790-5005

1" = 10'

SCALE:

SHEET TITLE:

OH
OH

S25°09'09"E
47.88'

(A
D.E S DEF STR
.P.'S INE EAM
DU
N
PRO ATUR NDER
TEC AL R
M
TIO ESO AINE
NA
U
CT) RCES

OH
OH

MULCHED AREA

BITUMINOUS CURB

OH
1.8'

N66°35'14"E
144.54'

SITE PLAN

POSSIBLE ENCROACHMENT
BY SUBJECT PROPERTY
34

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
0.5' ABOVE GRND.

CHECKED BY:

AREA OF SATURATED SOIL
AND STANDING WATER;
POSSIBLE WETLANDS

OH
OH

ME NAD
GR EAST 83
ID
NO ZON
RT E
H

ELECTRIC METER

T-POST,
FLUSH W/ GRND.

BASE OF 3/4" FENCE ROD,
2.0' ABOVE GRND.

PROPOSED SEDIMENT BARRIER

N66°35'14"E
3.64' (TIE LINE)

3.5'

131

OH
OH

O
OVERHEAD UTILITY LINE

BARN

PICKET FENCE

5/8" REBAR W/ MAGENTA CAP,
"DSD;
PLS#1176",
1.0' ABOVE GRND.

(R
EC
PR OR
O D
N1
BO POR DIST
2
UL TIO AN 1 °46
DE N CE 19 '5
R ED P .2 1"E
AN B ER 3'
D ETW W
ST E HL
ON EN B
E DR K. 3
M IL 6
ON L
,
UM HO PG
EN LE . 55
T) IN

134" IRON PIPE,
4.0' ABOVE GRND.

15'

EXISTING BUILDING FOOTPRINT
RIM=30.95'
EXISTING BUILDING OVERHANG

8.2'
118" IRON ROD,
2.2' ABOVE GRND.
(HELD FOR DIRECTION)

BELMONT GLEN, LLC

OH
OH

UTILITY POLE

EXISTING HEIGHT OF BUILDING=22.9'

0.5'

13) SETBACK AND ZONING INFORMATION SHOULD BE VERIFIED WITH THE TOWN OF CAMDEN CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER PRIOR TO
DEVELOPMENT ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.

CONIFEROUS TREE
CMP 7
WATER SHUT OFF

SPOT ELEVATION ON ROOF

5/8" REBAR W/ YELLOW CAP,
"NO. 1218;
ISLAND MARINE",
0.3' ABOVE GRND.

BOULDER

PAVED SIDEWALK

75'

HOUSE
PICKET FENCE

MAGNE
TIC 2023

PROPOSED CONTOUR

W
E

7.7'

BOOK 4603, PAGE 298
TAX MAP 119, LOT 30

EXISTING CONTOUR

PROPANE TANK

PROPOSED SPOT ELEVATION

LISA G. MILLIMET
REVOCABLE TRUST

8) A WETLANDS DELINEATION IS SUGGESTED TO EXAMINE THE PRESENCE OF WETLANDS ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, PRIMARILY IN THE
AREA IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE STREAM SHOWN HEREON.

BITUMINOUS CURB

PICKET FENCE

STONE MONUMENT FOUND
RIM=31.14'
DRILL HOLE

6) BOOKS AND PAGES REFERRED TO ON THIS PLAN ARE RECORDED IN THE KNOX COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS.

PROPOSED SURFACE UNDERDRAIN

5) OWNER INFORMATION IS TAKEN FROM THE TOWN OF CAMDEN TAX COMMITMENT FOR THE 2023 FISCAL YEAR.

PROPOSED SOLID PVC DRAIN PIPE

REVISIONS

STONE WALL

4) THIS PLAN IS THE RESULT OF AN ON THE GROUND FIELD SURVEY PERFORMED IN JUNE AND AUGUST 2023.

BOOK 5760, PAGE 146
TAX MAP 119, LOT 107

APPROXIMATE PROPERTY LINE

Gartley&Dorsky

3) ELEVATIONS ARE REFERENCED TO NAVD 1988 BASED ON STATIC GPS OBSERVATIONS PERFORMED ON NOVEMBER 20, 2012 AND
PROCESSED THROUGH THE NATIONAL GEODETIC SURVEY'S ONLINE POSITIONING USER SERVICE (OPUS).

WATER VALVE

BOOK 6019, PAGE 292
TAX MAP 119, LOT 129
LOT AREA = 16,422 SQ. FT.

SURVEYED PROPERTY LINE

NO.

ROSEBURY 1983, LLC

2) ALL DIRECTIONS ARE REFERENCED TO THE MAINE COORDINATE SYSTEM OF 1983 (2011), EAST ZONE, BASED ON AN RTK GPS
SURVEY. ALL DISTANCES ARE GRID DISTANCES. THE COMBINED FACTOR IS 0.99992804.

DATE

LEGEND

RECORD OWNER OF
SURVEYED PROPERTY:

1) ALL IRON PINS PROPOSED ARE TO BE 5/8" REBAR MARKED WITH A PLASTIC SURVEYOR'S CAP STAMPED "G&D 2290
2366-2424-2468".

CLIENT/PROJECT:

NOTES FROM PLAN REFERENCE #3:

Page 30 of 58

MEMORANDUM
To:

Select Board

From:

Jeff Nathan, Camden Snow Bowl General Manager & Parks and Recreation Director

Date:

October 13, 2026

Re:

Curtis Island Lighthouse Foundation MOU

Request
Parks and Recreation is seeking approval for the Town to enter into an agreement with the Curtis Island
Lighthouse Foundation for the purpose of funding the design and construction of new access stairs on Curtis
Island. Taxpayer funding is not being requested for this project.
Summary
Town Staff (Parks and Recreation and Planning and Development) and the Curtis Island Lighthouse Foundation
(CILF) have developed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the purpose of improving access to Curtis
Island through the development and construction of new access stairs.
If the MOU is approved by the Select Board, the Town will issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a design/build
project for island access. The requirements of which are included in the attached MOU. CILF has generously
agreed to finance the project which will be managed in entirety by Town staff.
The Town will maintain control of the RFP process and oversight of project development, construction through
completion.
Details of the MOU are as follows:
•

•
•
•

CILF, will contribute up to $75,000 toward the costs of the design, engineering, manufacture of the
Access Stairs work, as well as the cost of on-site earthwork, preparation, installation, and required
permitting and engineering relating thereto. If the total cost as noted in the RFP responses, including
contingency, exceeds $75,000, the Town will not proceed with the project unless additional funds for
the project are raised or identified and provided to the Town.
The Town will contract directly with the manufacturer and will own the Access Stairs, including all
applicable warranty, insurance, liability, maintenance, repair, and replacement rights.
CILF will make its committed funds available to the Town as requested by the Town to fulfill the
project contract costs.
The prior efforts and developed expertise of CILF related to the 2024 Preservation Plan are important
resources and the Town shall seek such advice and recommendations from CILF as may be helpful to
the planning and execution of the Access Stairs work. CILF shall serve solely in an advisory capacity
and shall not manage, supervise, or direct any contractors or Town personnel.

Page 31 of 58

•
•

The Town shall maintain appropriate insurance and name CILF and its officers, directors, and
representatives as additional insureds. The Town will indemnify and hold harmless CILF and its
officers, directors, and representatives from any and all claims related to the Access Stairs work.
Subject to the discretion of the Town, acting through the Camden Parks and Recreation Director, CILF
will have access to Curtis Island for fundraising activities, community education, historical
interpretation, and volunteer preservation work, provided that such activities do not interfere with,
delay, or disrupt any work being performed by Town employees or contractors.

Page 32 of 58

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
THIS MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT (“MOU”) IS MADE by and between the Town of
Camden, Maine, a municipal corporation with a mailing address of P.O. Box 1207, Camden, ME
04843 (“Town”) and the Curtis Island Lighthouse Foundation, a Maine non-profit corporation with a
mailing address of P.O. Box 975, Camden, ME 04843 (“CILF”) regarding funding and advisory
support related to the replacement and installation of public and service access stairs (“Access
Stairs”) serving Curtis Island;
WHEREAS, the Town owns Curtis Island and all structures thereon, subject to certain rights retained
by The United States of America in deeds to the Town dated 1973 and 1998; and intends to replace
the storm-damaged stairs with the new Access Stairs;
WHEREAS, CILF was established to assist the Town in preserving, restoring, and promoting the
historic Curtis Island Light Station through fundraising, advocacy, public education, and the Town
recognizes CILF as an important participant in those efforts;
WHEREAS, the Town intends to retain a contractor through a Request for Proposal (“RFP”) process
to perform engineering, design, manufacture, and installation. The installation work for the Access
Stairs in accordance with the work scope, specifications, and materials set forth in Exhibit A:
Requests for Bids/Proposals attached hereto, subject to further Town review and any engineering
modifications agreed upon by the parties before submission for State and local permitting;
WHEREAS, CILF has been instrumental in the reviews and evaluations that resulted in the Curtis
Island Light Station Preservation Plan of 2024, which was performed by Historic Building Architects,
LLC, and CILF will continue to serve as an advisory resource available to the Town during planned
Access Stairs work; and

WHEREAS, CILF is a tax-exempt non-profit corporation that has obtained a 501(c)(3) designation
from the IRS, has already raised all necessary funds, and is willing to pay for the contracted costs
and related expenses for the Access Stairs work.
NOW, THEREFORE, for valuable consideration, including the exchange of mutual promises, the
parties hereby agree as follows, to wit:
1. CILF, will contribute up to $75,000 toward the costs of the design, engineering, manufacture
of the Access Stairs work, as well as the cost of on-site earthwork, preparation, installation,
and required permitting and engineering relating thereto. If the total cost as noted in the RFP
responses, including contingency, exceeds $75,000, the Town will not proceed with the
project unless additional funds for the project are raised or identified and provided to the
Town.
2. The Town will contract directly with the manufacturer and will own the Access Stairs,
including all applicable warranty, insurance, liability, maintenance, repair, and replacement
rights.
3. CILF will make its committed funds available to the Town as requested by the Town to fulfill
the project contract costs.
4. The prior efforts and developed expertise of CILF related to the 2024 Preservation Plan are
important resources and the Town shall seek such advice and recommendations from CILF as

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may be helpful to the planning and execution of the Access Stairs work. CILF shall serve
solely in an advisory capacity and shall not manage, supervise, or direct any contractors or
Town personnel.
5. The Town shall maintain appropriate insurance and name CILF and its officers, directors, and
representatives as additional insureds. The Town will indemnify and hold harmless CILF and
its officers, directors, and representatives from any and all claims related to the Access Stairs
work.
6. Subject to the discretion of the Town, acting through the Camden Parks and Recreation
Director, CILF will have access to Curtis Island for fundraising activities, community
education, historical interpretation, and volunteer preservation work, provided that such
activities do not interfere with, delay, or disrupt any work being performed by Town
employees or contractors.
7. This MOU reflects the entire agreement between the parties relating to the Access Stairs
work.
8. The representatives signing below hereby confirm that they have obtained approval from the
respective Camden Select Board and Curtis Island Lighthouse Foundation Board of Directors
to enter into this MOU.
9. For any dispute regarding the terms and conditions of this MOU the parties shall first engage
in good faith in mediation by a neutral third party.

DATED:___________ ACKNOWLEDGED AND AGREED TO BY:
THE TOWN OF CAMDEN

CURTIS ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE
FOUNDATION

________________________________

Jodi Hanson, Interim Town Manager

Michael Skaling, President
Curtis Island Lighthouse Foundation

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Exhibit A
TOWN OF CAMDEN
CURTIS ISLAND ACCESS STAIRS PROJECT
REQUEST FOR BIDS / PROPOSALS
Draft Contractor Bid Document – September 2026

1. Invitation
The Town of Camden invites qualified contractors to submit bids/proposals for the evaluation, engineering,
design, permitting support, fabrication, and installation of replacement access stairs serving Curtis Island in
the vicinity of the current public landing known as the “Kayak Beach” area.

2. Project Objective
The Town seeks the most efficient, safe, durable, and cost-effective access solution. Bidders are expected to
evaluate the actual site and may recommend an alternative stair location, alignment, or anchoring method
rather than simply reproducing an existing plan. Particular consideration should be given to existing ledge or
competent rock and to minimizing shoreline hardening, rock placement, excavation, and backfill.

3. Scope
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Site inspection and verification.
Recommendation of the preferred stair location within the Kayak Beach area.
Evaluation of alternative locations and anchoring approaches.
Engineering and design of visitor and service/contractor access.
Structural design of ledge/rock anchors, foundations, landings, railings, and related components.
Permitting support and revisions required by Town or regulatory review.
Fabrication and delivery of stair components.
Site preparation and installation.
Final inspection and completion.
Stairs should provide no less than 44” of usable stair width and include railings and a landing if the
vertical rise exceeds 12 feet.
Stairs shall be fabricated in aluminum.
Stairs should be constructed in two separate sections, with the bottom section designed and installed so
that it can be removed during winter months or for major storms. If feasible, the bottom section should
be pinned directly to the existing ledge.
The lower end of the upper section should, if feasible, also be pinned directly to the existing ledge.

4. Alternative Site/Design Proposals
The Town specifically welcomes proposals that consider locations other than the current visitor stairs at the
“Kayak Beach” area. Bidders may recommend another location that is more practical, economical, or less
disruptive. Bidders shall explain the advantages and disadvantages of the proposed location, including
anticipated shoreline work, site disturbance, and structural anchoring requirements.

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5. Site Visits
Contractors may inspect Curtis Island during October 2026. Site visits should be scheduled in advance with
the Town. Bidders are responsible for becoming familiar with site conditions affecting their proposals.

6. Bid Submission
Bids/proposals should be submitted to the Town of Camden no later than November 15, 2026. The final
solicitation issued by the Town shall establish the official submission location, time, delivery method, and
required bid forms.

7. Required Proposal Information
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Contractor name, address, contact information, and primary contact.
Relevant experience and qualifications.
Proposed stair location and alignment.
Conceptual drawing, sketch, or marked-up plan.
Structural anchoring/foundation system.
Shoreline/earthwork requirements.
Engineering and permitting approach.
Itemized price.
Estimated project schedule.
Insurance and applicable licenses.
Comparable-project references.
Assumptions, exclusions, and qualifications.

8. Pricing Form
Work Item
Site evaluation and conceptual design
Engineering and stamped plans
Permitting support
Fabrication/materials
Site preparation / earthwork
Shoreline / rock / backfill work, if required
Transportation and island delivery
Installation
Other (describe)
TOTAL PROJECT PRICE

Bid Amount
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________
$________________

9. Optional Alternate
If the bidder identifies an alternate location or construction method that materially reduces cost or shoreline
disturbance, the bidder may submit it as an alternate with a separate price and explanation.

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10. Schedule
Solicitation issued
Contractor site visits
Questions due
Bids/proposals due
Anticipated award / notice to proceed

September/October 2026
October 2026
November 8, 2026________________
November 15, 2026
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11. Town Rights
The Town reserves the right to request clarification, negotiate scope or price as permitted by applicable
procurement requirements, reject any or all proposals, and select a proposal consistent with the Town’s
stated project requirements and applicable procurement rules. No award shall be final until authorized by the
Town.

12. Questions and Site Visit Coordination
Town of Camden – Curtis Island Access Project
Contact Jeff Nathan
Telephone: (207)236-3438
Email: [email protected]

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MEMORANDUM
To:

Select Board

From:

Jeff Nathan, Camden Snow Bowl General Manager & Parks and Recreation Director

Date:

October 13, 2026

Re:

Sidecounty Sports and Snow Dogs long-term agreements.

Request
The Camden Snow Bowl General Manager is requesting the Select Board enter into a long-term agreement
with Sidecountry Sports and Snow Dogs.
Summary
On June 9, 2026, Town Warrant Articles 13 and 14 collectively passed with an 87% approval rate by Town
voters. The articles authorized the Select Board to enter into long-term agreements with Sidecountry Sports
(SCS) and Snow Dogs (SD).
At present, the agreements with SDS and SD require an annual renewal. The stability associated with longterm agreements would enable both entities to invest more in the infrastructure and activities at the Camden
Snow Bowl. Both agreements are similar in structure to the prior agreements with the exception of being tenyear agreements rather than year-to-year.
Both vendors have demonstrated their commitment to the Camden Snow Bowl community since the
partnerships began.
Financial Benefit
Ten-year agreements would give Sidecountry Sports and Snow Dogs the predictability needed to make longerterm investments in facilities, equipment, and programming at the Camden Snow Bowl. Those investments
can improve the quality and range of services available to visitors while supporting the Snow Bowl’s financial
sustainability and reducing the uncertainty associated with annual renewals.
Community Impact
Both partners have demonstrated a sustained commitment to the Camden Snow Bowl community, and longer
terms would allow them to expand and improve activities that serve residents, families, and visitors. The 87%
voter approval of Articles 13 and 14 reflects strong community support for continuing these partnerships and
for the positive recreational and economic activity they bring to the Snow Bowl.

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Agreement for Camden Snow Bowl Four Season Retail Concession
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this _______ day of ______________, 2026, by and
between the Town of Camden, a Maine municipal corporation with principal offices in Camden,
Knox County, Maine, hereinafter referred to as "Camden," and Sidecountry Sports, LLC, acting
herein by Andrew Dailey and M. Brian Kelly, its members duly authorized, having a principal place
of business in Rockland, Knox County, Maine, hereinafter referred to as "the Licensee."
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein,
and pursuant to the provisions set forth herein, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Subject to the terms of this Agreement, Camden grants to the Licensee a license to operate
Sidecountry Sports, a retail store selling and demonstrating outdoor sporting goods, related
service, and rental equipment at the Camden Snow Bowl. Sidecountry Sports shall be the
exclusive retail provider of outdoor sporting goods, related services, and rental equipment at the
Camden Snow Bowl. The Town retains rights to rent equipment at the discretion of the Camden
Snow Bowl General Manager, subject to written consent from both parties. The business
premises of Sidecountry Sports shall be situated in the western-most section of the building
located at the west side of the parking lot and north of the lodge on the premises of the Camden
Snow Bowl as depicted on Exhibit A attached hereto; as well as outdoor locations approved by
the Snow Bowl General Manager in their discretion. Future expansion or relocation are subject
to additional written agreement by the Snow Bowl General Manager and Sidecountry Sports,
prior to expansion or relocation.
2. The term of this Agreement shall be a period of ten (10) years, commencing December 1, 2026,
and ending November 30, 2035. During the period of this license the Licensee shall be permitted
to operate the business of Sidecountry Sports, as set forth above, at a location determined by
Camden in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph 1 of this Agreement. Sidecountry Sports
shall have the option to renew for a consecutive term through November 30, 2041.
3. This Agreement may be terminated at any time for material non-compliance of the terms of
the Agreement, by either party, with at least 30 days written notice. In such an event, the
defaulting non-compliant party shall have a period of 14 days from receipt of a notice to cure to
take all necessary actions to correct the non-compliance. If the correction is made to the
satisfaction of both parties this will be acknowledged in writing within 21 days of the original
notice to cure, and the Agreement will continue as specified. If no correction is made, or if both
parties are not satisfied with the correction, Sidecountry Sports shall vacate the premises no later
than 30 days from the date of the receipt of the termination notice.
4. The Licensee agrees to be solely responsible for all expenses related to the maintenance and
interior improvements of the building as described in Paragraph 1 above. However, no alterations
shall be made without permission of the Town of Camden, which shall not be unreasonably
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withheld. The Licensee agrees to maintain the licensed portion of the building in good condition
of repair and with a neat appearance. External maintenance shall be performed by Camden.
Modifications to the building by Sidecountry Sports are permitted with the written consent of the
Camden Snow Bowl general manager. Any signs placed by the Licensee on or in the vicinity of
the building shall follow previously established Town sign ordinances and subject to Snow Bowl
general manager approval.
5. A $1,000 monthly license fee for 570 square feet of space is to be paid by the 30th of each
month during the term of this Agreement, for each month Sidecountry Sports is operating at the
Camden Snow Bowl. An additional $1.75 to be added to the monthly license fee for each
additional square foot added to the 570 square feet noted above. All State of Maine sales tax
collected will be exempt from gross revenue. Such additional license fees shall be paid to Camden
no later than the 30th day of the month immediately following the month for which the payment
is made
6. The Licensee, their employees and agents, shall comply at all times with safety regulations of
the Town of Camden concerning the Camden Snow Bowl, and with all other reasonable standards
of conduct expected of Camden's employees at the Camden Snow Bowl. Questions surrounding
compliance with Snow Bowl and Town policies that arise will be referred to the Snow Bowl
Manager.
7. Notwithstanding any other provision herein, the business activities of Sidecountry Sports shall
not interfere or conflict with the activities of either the Camden Snow Bowl or the Parks and
Recreation Department of the Town of Camden. The Licensee shall not sell, provide by gift, or
engage in the sale of, food or liquid refreshments with the exception of nutritional supplements
and hydration supplements appropriate for use during biking and skiing activities, on the
premises of the Camden Snow Bowl.
8. Camden reserves the right to engage in the retail sale of Camden Snow Bowl branded skirelated items, clothing, sundries and equipment in connection with its operation of the Snow
Bowl. However, Camden shall not compete with the licensee in the sale of “Sporting Good
Equipment” as defined in this agreement. The Licensee may sell Camden Snow Bowl branded
and co-branded items. Branded and co-branded merchandise concepts require the approval of
the Camden Snow Bowl General Manager prior to the sale of the merchandise. Camden Snow
Bowl will receive 100% of the net revenue from the sale of branded merchandise and 50% of the
net revenue of the sale of co-branded merchandise to be paid by June 1 of each contract
year. Exempt from inclusion in this sales restriction are items related to the daily rental of ski,
snowboard, and snowshoe equipment by the Camden Snow Bowl rental shop any activity or sales
during or related to the US National Toboggan Championships, including licensees of the Town of
Camden, and fundraising for the Ragged Mountain Recreation Area Redevelopment Project.
9. The Licensee shall be solely responsible for the adequacy of all equipment testing and tuning
services provided by the Licensee in connection with this Agreement. The Licensee shall not be
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considered as an agent or employee of Camden in connection with the provision of any business
activities of the Licensee on the Snow Bowl premises.
10. The Licensee shall indemnify and hold harmless Camden, and agents and employees of
Camden, against all liability, including cost of defense and attorney's fees, resulting from any
injury, death, or property damage occurring on or near the licensed premises, arising out of or
suffered through any negligent act or omission of the Licensee, or anyone directly or indirectly
employed by or under the supervision of the Licensee, in connection with the Licensee's
operation under this License Agreement. The Licensee shall maintain commercial general liability
insurance covering the licensed premises and all operations thereof, for the benefit of the
Licensee and Camden, in an amount no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) for bodily injury
and personal injury, involving one (1) person, with a general aggregate limit of Two Million Dollars
($2,000,000), and with a limit of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000) for property damage. The
insurance policy shall specifically include the Town of Camden, Maine, as an additional insured,
and shall include a 60-day notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or material change in
coverage. The Licensee shall pay the premiums on such insurance policies and shall furnish
Camden with certificates from the insurance companies writing such insurance for all the
required policies. The Licensee shall insure all of its personal property, equipment and stock, and
maintain any required business interruption insurance. The Licensee shall provide a copy of the
Release and Assumption of the Risk form which shall be signed by all persons which engage in
activities through, by or under Sidecountry Sports if located on the Camden Snow Bowl or any
other Camden owned or controlled premises; said form must be approved by the Town of
Camden, but such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
Notwithstanding any other provision herein, the Town of Camden and the Snow Bowl expressly
reserve all statutory and common law immunities, including but not limited to those provided by
and through the Maine Tort Claims Act.
The Town shall indemnify and hold harmless Sidecountry Sports, its employees and agents, from
any and all claims, demands, or liability, dire or indirect, arising out of or in connection with
intentional or negligent acts of the Snow Bowl facility, its employees, invitees or agents. The
indemnification set forth herein by the Town shall also include reimbursements to Sidecountry
Sports for cost of defense and reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred in connection with any claims,
demands, liability, or lawsuits.
11. The Licensee shall also carry adequate worker's compensation insurance that complies with
the requirements of the State of Maine.
12. Snow removal and maintenance of the access ways shall be performed by the Town of
Camden. The Licensee will be responsible for their portion of the phone and internet connections,
and costs related thereto.
13. Upon expiration of this Agreement, the Licensee shall surrender the licensed premises to
Camden in good condition, reasonable wear and tear excepted.
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14. If the building on the licensed premises is substantially destroyed by fire or other casualty,
this Agreement may be terminated at the option of Camden or the Licensee. Camden shall be
solely responsible for maintaining appropriate fire and property damage casualty insurance on
the building in which Sidecountry Sports is located. The Licensee shall be solely responsible for
insuring any and all personal property and/or equipment to be located within said building. The
Town of Camden shall not be responsible for loss of personal property of the Licensee regardless
of cause. Substantially destroyed shall be defined as meaning more than fifty (50%) percent of
the market value of the building. License fees shall be prorated and returned to Licensee for any
period during which damage occurs to the premises so long as the premises are not substantially
destroyed, if in fact the building becomes uninhabitable, but repairable.
The Town of Camden shall not be responsible for any loss of business opportunity, income, or
profits should the building become uninhabitable for the purposes described herein. The Town
of Camden shall only be responsible for making a good faith effort to repair the premises as
expeditiously as possible or correct any power failures or other utility failures.
15. Sidecountry Sports employees working at the Snow Bowl will be entitled to the same Snow
Bowl volunteer and seasonal employee ski-related discounts.
16. The Licensee shall not, at any time or in any manner, either directly or indirectly, transfer this
Agreement or any interest therein, except with the express written consent of Camden.
17. The Licensee acknowledges and agrees that this Agreement is not a lease, and that no interest
or estate in property is created by this Agreement.
18. Every right or remedy of Camden or Licensee under this Agreement is cumulative, and no
right or remedy shall be exclusive of any other right or remedy provided by law. The exercise of
one right or remedy by Camden or Licensee shall not impair the right of Camden to exercise any
other right or remedy.
19. The Licensee shall comply at all times with the Zoning Ordinances and other municipal
ordinances of the Town of Camden, and all applicable State and Federal law.
20. Any notice permitted or required to be served on the Licensee under the terms of this
Agreement may be served on him by mailing said notice, by certified mail, return receipt
requested and postage prepaid, to:
Sidecountry Sports, LLC
P.O. Box 60
Rockland, ME 04841
If the Licensee gives notice in writing to Camden of any change in the address of the Licensee,
further notice to the Licensee shall be sent to said new address.
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Any notice permitted or required to be served on Camden under the terms of this Agreement
may be served on Camden by mailing said notice, by certified mail, return receipt requested and
postage prepaid, to:
Town of Camden
P.O. Box 1207
Camden, Maine 04843
21. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties, and this Agreement shall
not be amended or modified except in a written agreement signed by both Camden and the
Licensee. This Agreement supersedes and replaces any existing or prior agreement between
Camden and Andrew Dailey and M. Brian Kelly with reference to the operation of Sidecountry
Sports, LLC.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as a sealed instrument on the
date and year first-above written.
Town of Camden

_________________________________ By: __________________________________
Witness
Christopher Nolan
Camden Select Board Chairperson
Sidecountry Sports
Licensee:

_________________________________ By:______________________________
Witness
Andrew Dailey, Member, Duly Authorized

_________________________________ By:______________________________
Witness
M. Brian Kelly, Member, Duly Authorized

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Exhibit A

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Agreement for Camden Snow Bowl Food Concession
This Agreement made and entered into this first day of December 2026, by and between the Town of Camden,
a municipal corporation with principal offices in Camden, Knox County, Maine (hereinafter "the Town"), and
Jason Doppelt Snow Dogs, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of Maine with
principal offices in Camden, Knox County, Maine (hereinafter "Snow Dogs").
Whereas, the Town and Snow Dogs intend to enter into an Agreement in which Snow Dogs shall have the
exclusive right to provide services in nature of the provision of food and beverage at the Camden Snow Bowl
facilities (hereinafter "the Snow Bowl") from December 1, 2026, until no later than November 30, 2036,
pursuant to the provisions of a written agreement; provided, however, the exclusive right to sell food and
beverage shall not apply during the Toboggan National festivities and other Special Events, as designated by the
Town; and,
In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, and pursuant to the provisions set
forth herein, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Except as provided for herein, Snow Dogs shall have the exclusive right to provide services in the nature of
the provision of food and beverages at the Camden Snow Bowl facilities from December 1, 2026 through but no
later than November 30, 2036, and Town agrees that no other food or beverage vendor shall be permitted to
offer, for sale or otherwise, food and/or beverage to guests, staff or users of the Snow Bowl facilities. The Town
shall permit Snow Dogs to use kitchen facilities in the Lodge on the premises of the Snow Bowl, exclusively, for
the provision of food services, in accordance with the schedule of food services or menu of food set forth in
Schedule A, attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein.
In connection with such exclusive use of those kitchen facilities, the Town shall permit Snow Dogs to use the
kitchen equipment, which is currently in place in the Lodge, which consists of sinks, grill, stove, and other related
kitchen equipment. Snow Dogs representatives have been permitted an opportunity to inspect and approve the
kitchen equipment prior to execution of this agreement. Routine cleaning and maintenance of this equipment,
including hood vent cleaning and grease tank cleaning, is the sole responsibility of Snow Dogs. Snow Dogs, at
its own risk, is authorized to bring other food service equipment into the kitchen facilities and store same there.
Snow Dogs may remove equipment and modify kitchen layout, including minor construction, with written
approval of the Snow Bowl general manager.
The Town reserves the right to license or otherwise permit food and/or beverage vendors during the days on
which the National Toboggan Championship is held as well as during such “Special Events” as may be designated
by the Town, provided that Snow Dogs be provided at least one-week advance notice of such “Special Events.”
The Town is responsible for ensuring contracted food and/or beverage vendors are insured, permitted, and
licensed.
Upon written approval from the Snow Bowl general manager, Snow Dogs shall have the right to hire subcontractors to provide food and beverage. Each subcontractor shall obtain all required licenses and permits
from the Town, prior to commencement of operations.
2. As compensation for the use of the kitchen facilities at the Snow Bowl, Snow Dogs agrees to pay 4.0% of
Gross Food and Beverage Sales (which shall not include sales tax or credit card services charges) on a monthly
basis on the following schedule: by January 31 for December sales, by February 28 for January sales, by March
31 for February sales, by April 30 for March sales, and by May 31 for April sales, etc. Snow Dogs agrees to provide
documentation and verification with each monthly payment, to the reasonable satisfaction of the Town. For the
purposes of this paragraph, “Gross Food and Beverage Sales” shall mean total income derived from food and
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beverage services at the Camden Snow Bowl, from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2036, including
all sales from catering during Snow Bowl facility rentals and catered events at the Snow Bowl and food and
beverage sales through sub-contracting food vendors.
Snow Dogs shall be responsible for collecting and paying Maine Revenue sales tax on all taxable sales of food
and beverages and shall indemnify and hold the Town harmless from any claim, suit, or allegation that such
sales tax was not paid.
3. Snow Dogs agrees to provide all the personnel for the provision of the food services at the Snow Bowl, and
all such personnel shall be employees of Snow Dogs and under the control of Snow Dogs. In addition, Snow
Dogs agrees to supply all supplies, food, and all equipment not provided by the Snow Bowl, necessary for the
proper provision of the food services at the Snow Bowl, which such equipment shall be in addition to the kitchen
equipment currently in place at the site.
4. Snow Dogs shall also be responsible for making proper application for any victualer's licenses which are
required for the provision of food services at the Snow Bowl, and Snow Dogs shall be responsible for providing
any other licenses or permits required by local ordinance or state law concerning the provision of food services.
5. Snow Dogs agrees to provide a wholesome menu at the kitchen facilities of the Snow Bowl which is like the
menu provided in the past. Snow Dogs will be responsible for the selection of menu items and will consider
recommendations from the Snow Bowl general manager or representative. The parties shall review on an
annual basis food items, for purposes of this Agreement, to be deemed “wholesome.” Reasonable variation
from that menu by Snow Dogs, without notice to the Town, shall be permitted. Snow Dogs also agrees to work
in good faith with Snow Bowl management to respond to customer requests for new menu items, and to work
with management for special meals and foods to support special events and programs at the facility.
6. In connection with the Agreement set forth herein, the Town agrees to provide and pay for all electricity and
heat necessary for the provision of food services at the Snow Bowl, including approximately 12 freezers and
refrigerators. The Town shall also provide any hot and cold water for the provision of food services at the Snow
Bowl, with the exception that Snow Dogs shall be responsible for the disposal of oil from the deep fry machines.
In addition, the Town shall provide a reasonable amount of storage space necessary for the proper provision of
food services at the Snow Bowl. In addition, the Town shall provide and pay for dumpster service for the removal
of solid waste associated with the food service. Snow Dogs agrees to reimburse the Town for the cost of propane
as billed, which is consumed in the kitchen during the term of this agreement.
7. The permission granted by the Town for the provision of food services at the Snow Bowl by Snow Dogs shall
be for December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2036. Snow Dogs shall have the option to renew for an
additional ten year term.
8. Except as otherwise expressly set forth herein, the use of the Camden Snow Bowl facilities for the provision
of food services by Snow Dogs shall comply with the directions and guidance of the Snow Bowl general manager.
All concession staff shall conform to, and otherwise act in, a manner consistent with the employee Personnel
Policies of the Town of Camden; however, such staff are not employed nor supervised by the Town of Camden.
Snow Dogs staff working a minimum of 20 hours per week at the Snow Bowl facility are eligible for a free season
pass, usable if they remain employees.
9. Snow Dogs agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Town, its employees and agents, from all claims,
demands, or liability, direct or indirect, arising out of or in connection with intentional or negligent acts of The
Snow Dogs, its employees or agents, in the provision of food services at the Camden Snow Bowl. The
indemnifications set forth herein by Snow Dogs shall also include reimbursements to the Town for cost of
defense and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in connection with any claims, demands, liability or lawsuits
arising out of or in connection with use of the leased space and the provision of food services by Snow Dogs at
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the Camden Snow Bowl. The indemnifications set forth herein shall further include, without limitation, any
claims arising out of or in connection with allegations of improper preparation of food, or the provision of food
that is tainted in any way which is harmful to the consumer of that food.
In connection with the indemnification agreement set forth herein, Snow Dogs agrees to obtain and to maintain
insurance coverage from a suitable insurance company acceptable to the Town, with coverage amounts no less
than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.) each incident and One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.) aggregate. A copy of
an insurance policy acceptable to the Town shall be submitted to the Town no less than five (5) days from the
date of execution of this Agreement. Said insurance policy shall contain a provision that said insurance coverage
shall not be canceled except upon twenty (20) days written notice to the Town of such cancellation. Snow Dogs
shall be solely responsible for the payment of all premiums for expense of said insurance coverage. To the
extent permissible the Town of Camden shall be named Additional Insured as the lessor on said insurance policy.
The Town shall indemnify and hold harmless Snow Dogs, its employees and agents, from all claims, demands,
or liability, direct or indirect, arising out of or in connection with intentional or negligent acts of Snow Bowl
facility, its employees, invitees, or agents. The indemnifications set forth herein by the Town shall also include
reimbursements to Snow Dogs for cost of defense and reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred in connection with
any claims, demands, liability or lawsuits.
10. Snow Dogs agrees that the kitchen facilities at the Snow Bowl shall remain open during the normal operating
hours of the area operation at the Snow Bowl. Snow Dogs further agrees, during normal operating hours, to
provide coffee and tea for staff of the Snow Bowl at no charge, and to provide Snow Bowl staff a twenty five
percent (25%) discount off the normal retail price for food items and other beverages.
Upon the request of the Snow Bowl general manager, Snow Dogs may, at its discretion, decide to extend food
service hours before and after the lift operating hours, and to extend operating times for early arrivals on race
days and for special events.
The Town employee in charge of Snow Bowl operations shall advise the responsible person for Snow Dogs of
the closure of the Snow Bowl facility the evening prior or no later than 8 am of the day of closure.
11. Snow Dogs agrees that the kitchen facilities, including the service area of those kitchen facilities, shall be
maintained in a clean and sanitary manner always. Snow Dogs further agrees to cause the kitchen facilities at
the Snow Bowl to be cleaned prior to the commencement of its provision of food services under this Agreement
and at the end of the term of this Agreement, at Snow Dogs sole expense.
12. Snow Dogs further agrees to remove trash from the main level of the Snow Bowl Lodge, including the
outdoor deck, daily and throughout the day as needed and to deposit said trash in the dumpster located at the
Snow Bowl. Disposal of grease and cooking oil is the responsibility of Snow Dogs.
13. Snow Dogs agrees to ensure the kitchen and related facilities and equipment as used pursuant to the terms
of this agreement, are cleaned, and maintained in a manner sufficient to satisfy the reasonable expectations of
the Town of Camden. Normal wear and tear is expected.
14. Snow Dogs will use its own credit card machine to process food purchases and be responsible for all fees
and associated costs.
15. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, and this Agreement shall be
amended only in writing, signed by both parties.
16. Notices in connection with this Agreement shall be in writing, mailed to the parties at the following
addresses:
Town of Camden
Snow Dogs
Municipal Offices
Jason Doppelt
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PO Box 1207
Camden, Maine 04843

171 West Street Extension
Rockport, Maine 04856

17. If the fees set forth herein are not paid when due, or if Snow Dogs otherwise fails to comply with the terms
of this Agreement, then this Agreement may be terminated by the Town upon seven (7) days written notice to
Snow Dogs.
18. Any dispute concerning the terms of this agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration pursuant to the
rules of the American Arbitration Association.
19. Snow Dogs shall provide a Certificate confirming that its Member/manager, Jason Doppelt, is duly authorized
to execute this Agreement and bind the LLC, together with a certification of good standing from the Maine
Secretary of State. The Town warrants that it is duly empowered to enter into this Agreement.
20. Snow Dogs has the option to serve beer, wine, and spirits on the property. Snow Dogs will obtain and
maintain in good standing a license to serve beer, wine, and spirits with the State of Maine.
21. Snow Dogs can stage outdoor food service in an approved temporary structure on the Snow Bowl grounds.
In Witness Whereof, the parties have executed this Agreement as a sealed Instrument on the date and year firstabove written.
Town of Camden
_________________________________ By: __________________________________
Witness
Christopher Nolan
Camden Select Board Chairperson
Snow Dogs
_________________________________ By: ___________________________________
Witness
Jason Doppelt, its Member/Manager

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MEMORANDUM
TO: Camden Select Board
FR: William Kelly, Town Attorney
RE: Summary of Charter Revision Process
DA: October 20, 2026
Maine’s Home Rule statute establishes the procedure by which a municipality may
revise an existing charter. After the Select Board Orders the establishment of a
charter commission, the process proceeds through voter authorization, selection of
commission members, commission organization and public review, preparation of
reports, and submission of the commission’s recommendation to the voters. This
Memo is intended to be a general overview – more detail may be found in 30-A
MRS 2102 and 2103
1. Voter Authorization
Within 30 days after Ordering establishment of a charter commission by a vote of
the Select Board Agenda as a simple Agenda Item, the Select Board must place a
Referendum Warrant Article before the voters to see if they wish to establish a new
Charter Commission. The Town Meeting on the Referendum must be held at the next
regular or special municipal election occurring at least 90 days after the Order. The
Ballot question required is very simple: “Shall a Charter Commission be established
for the purpose of revising the Camden Town Charter?”
2. Selection of Commission Members
The commission is comprised of six elected and three appointed members who are
appointed by the Select Board. The elected members must be municipal voters and
are elected without party designation. The members appointed by the Select Board
need not be residents. Only one currently serving Select Board member may be
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The election of commission members may occur at the same election as the
referendum on establishing the commission. If the elections occur simultaneously,
the candidates’ names appear immediately below the charter commission question.
After the voters approve establishment of the commission, the Select Board must
appoint the three additional members within 30 days after the election.
2. Organization of the Commission
At the organizational meeting, the commission elects a chair, vice-chair, and
secretary and files notice of those elections with the municipal clerk.
The commission may adopt rules governing its meetings and proceedings. Subject to
its approved budget, the commission may hire consultants necessary to complete its
work. I suggest that if it is believed that the commission may need a budget, that
appropriation should also be on the Ballot at the same Town Meeting. The last
commission did not employ any experts, to my recollection. If a vacancy occurs for
an elected member, the commission fills the vacancy. The Select Board fills a
vacancy for an appointed member.
3. Public Participation and Commission Reports
Within 30 days after its organizational meeting, the commission will hold an initial
public meeting to receive information, views, proposals, and comments from the
public. On a rolling basis as it does its work, the commission then determines the
dates, times, and locations of additional public hearings within the municipality.
The commission is allotted up to 9 months within which prepare a preliminary
report. The preliminary report contains the proposed charter or charter revision and
explanatory information. It must be made public with postings and available from the
Clerk -- and of course it is usually referenced in local media. The Commission may
hold additional public hearings as it wishes in order to receive public comment on
the preliminary report.

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Within 12 months after election, the commission must submit its final report to the
Select Board. The final report must include:
1. The full text and an explanation of the proposed new charter or charter revision;
2. Any comments the commission considers appropriate;
3. A description of the major differences between the current charter and the
proposal; and
4. A written opinion from an attorney admitted to practice in Maine stating that the
proposal contains no provision prohibited by the United States Constitution, the
Maine Constitution, or Maine general law.
A minority report may also be submitted but may not exceed 1,000 words. Under
certain circumstances, the Select Board may extend the preliminary- and final-report
deadlines, but the entire process to a final public vote on the proposed revision may
not be more than 24 months after the commission’s election.
4. Submission of the Charter to the Voters
After the commission files its final report, the Select Board must order the proposed
charter or charter revision submitted to voters at the next regular or special municipal
election held at least 35 days after the report is filed. At least two weeks before the
election, the Select Board must have the final report printed, make copies available in
the municipal clerk’s office, and post the report in the same manner as proposed
ordinances. For a comprehensive charter revision, the ballot question asks whether
the municipality should approve the charter revision recommended by the
commission. If the commission recommends continuing the existing charter with
only minor specific modifications, a majority of the commission may direct that
those modifications be presented as separate ballot questions. Separate ballot
questions may be attractive if certain provisions are more controversial than others.
A simple majority vote is all that is needed to approve the revision. The total votes
cast, for and against, must exceed 30% of the votes in the last gubernatorial election.

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30-A M.R.S. § 2103
Current through the 2025-2026 Second Regular Session of the 132nd Maine Legislature.
Maine Revised Statutes Annotated by LexisNexis® > TITLE 30-A. Municipalities and Counties
(Pts. 1 — 3) > PART 2. Municipalities (Subpts. 1 — 10) > SUBPART 2. Organization and
Interlocal Cooperation (Chs. 111 — 120) > CHAPTER 111. Home Rule (§§ 2101 — 2109)

§ 2103. Charter commission, membership, procedure
1. Membership. The charter commission shall consist of several voters in the
municipality, elected under paragraph A, and 3 members appointed by the municipal
officers under paragraph B.
A. Voter members must be elected by one of the following methods:
(1) Six voter members are elected in the same manner as the municipal officers,
except that they must be elected at-large and without party designations;
(2) One voter member is elected from each voting district or ward in the same
manner as municipal officers, except that the voter member must be elected
without party designation; or
(3) Voter members are elected both at-large and by district or ward, as long as the
number of voter members is the same as the number of municipal officers on the
board or council of that municipality and the voter members are elected in the
same manner as the municipal officers, except that they must be elected without
party designation.
Election of voter members may be held either at the same municipal election as the
referendum for the charter commission or at the next scheduled regular or special
municipal or state election. The names of the candidates on the ballot must be
arranged alphabetically by last name. If the elections are held at the same time, the
names of the candidates must appear immediately below the question relating to the
charter commission.
B. Appointive members need not be residents of the municipality, but only one may
be a municipal officer. The municipal officers shall make the appointments in
accordance with municipal custom or bylaws within 30 days after the election
approving the establishment of the charter commission.
2. Organization. Immediately after receiving notice of the appointment of the members
by the municipal officers, the municipal clerk shall notify the appointed and elected
members of the charter commission of the date, time and place of the charter
commission’s organizational meeting. The clerk shall set the date, time and place of the
meeting and give at least 7 days’ notice of the meeting.
The charter commission shall organize by electing from its members a chairman, vicechairman and a secretary and shall file notice of these elections with the municipal clerk.

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Vacancies occurring on the commission shall be filled by vote of the commission from the
voters of the municipality, except that a vacancy among appointive members shall be
promptly filled by the municipal officers. Members shall serve without compensation, but
shall be reimbursed from the commission’s account for expenses lawfully incurred by
them in the performance of their duties.
3. Regulations, staff. The charter commission may adopt regulations governing the
conduct of its meetings and proceedings and may employ any necessary legal, research,
clerical or other employees and consultants within the limits of its budget.
4. Funding. A municipality shall provide its charter commission, free of charge, with
suitable office space and with reasonable access to facilities for holding public hearings,
may contribute clerical and other assistance to the commission and shall permit it to
consult with and obtain advice and information from municipal officers, officials and
employees during ordinary working hours. Within 20 days after the members of a charter
commission are elected and appointed, the municipal officers shall credit $100 to the
charter commission account. A municipality, from time to time, may appropriate additional
funds to the charter commission account. These funds may be raised by taxation,
borrowed or transferred from surplus.
A. In addition to funds made available by a municipality, the charter commission
account may receive funds from any other source, public or private, except that no
contribution of more than $5 may be accepted from any source other than the
municipality, unless the name and address of the person or agency making the
contribution and the amount of the contribution are disclosed in writing filed with the
clerk.
B. Prior to its termination, the charter commission shall file with the clerk a complete
account of all its receipts and expenditures for public inspection. Any balance
remaining in its account shall be credited to the municipality’s surplus account.
5. Hearings, reports, time limits. The following requirements regarding hearings,
reports and time limits apply to a charter commission.
A. Within 30 days after its organizational meeting, the charter commission shall hold
a public meeting to receive information, views, comments and other material relating
to its functions.
B. The charter commission shall hold its public hearings within the municipality at the
times and places set by the commission. At least 10 days before a hearing, the
charter commission shall publish the date, time and place of the hearing in a notice in
a newspaper having general circulation in the municipality. Hearings may be
adjourned from time to time without further published notice.
C. Within 9 months after its election, the charter commission shall:
(1) Prepare a preliminary report including the text of the charter or charter revision
which the commission intends to submit to the voters and any explanatory
information the commission considers desirable;
(2) Have the report printed and circulated throughout the municipality; and
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(3) Provide sufficient copies of the preliminary report to the municipal clerk to
permit its distribution to each voter requesting a copy.
D. Within 12 months after its election, the charter commission shall submit its final
report to the municipal officers. This report must include:
(1) The full text and an explanation of the proposed new charter or charter
revision;
(2) Any comments that the commission considers desirable;
(3) An indication of the major differences between the current and proposed
charters; and
(4) A written opinion by an attorney admitted to the bar of this State that the
proposed charter or charter revision does not contain any provision prohibited by
the United States Constitution, the Constitution of Maine or the general laws.
Minority reports if filed may not exceed 1,000 words.
E. The municipal officers may extend the time limits for the preparation and
submission of preliminary and final reports of the charter commission for up to 24
months after the election of the commission if the extension is necessary to:
(1) Properly complete the reports;
(2) Have them printed or circulated; or
(3) Obtain the written opinion of an attorney.
6. Election. When the final report is filed, the municipal officers shall order the proposed
new charter or charter revision to be submitted to the voters at the next regular or special
municipal election held at least 35 days after the final report is filed.
7. Charter modification summaries. When a proposed charter revision is submitted to
the voters in separate questions as charter modifications under section 2105, subsection
1, paragraph A, and the municipal officers, with the advice of an attorney, determine that
it is not practical to print the proposed charter modification on the ballot and that a
summary would not misrepresent the subject matter of the proposed modification, a
summary of the modification may be substituted for the text of the proposed modification
in the same manner as a summary is substituted for a proposed amendment under
section 2104, subsection 6.
8. Termination. Except as provided in paragraph A, the charter commission shall
continue in existence for 30 days after submitting its final report to the municipal officers
for the purpose of winding up its affairs.
A. If judicial review is sought under section 2108, the charter commission shall
continue in existence until that review and any appeals are finally completed for the
purpose of intervening in those proceedings.

History

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Section History
PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c.
104, §§C8,10 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 495, §1 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 52, §1 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 52, §2
(AFF).
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30-A M.R.S. § 2102
Current through the 2025-2026 Second Regular Session of the 132nd Maine Legislature.
Maine Revised Statutes Annotated by LexisNexis® > TITLE 30-A. Municipalities and Counties
(Pts. 1 — 3) > PART 2. Municipalities (Subpts. 1 — 10) > SUBPART 2. Organization and
Interlocal Cooperation (Chs. 111 — 120) > CHAPTER 111. Home Rule (§§ 2101 — 2109)

§ 2102. Charter revisions, adoptions, procedure
1. Municipal officers. The municipal officers may determine that the revision of the
municipal charter be considered or that adoption of a new municipal charter be
considered and, by order, provide for the establishment of a charter commission to carry
out that purpose as provided in this chapter.
2. Petition by voters. On the written petition of a number of voters equal to at least 20%
of the number of votes cast in the municipality at the last gubernatorial election, but in no
case less than 10, the municipal officers, by order, shall provide for the establishment of a
charter commission for the revision of the municipal charter or the preparation of a new
municipal charter as provided in this chapter.
3. Petition procedure. The following procedure shall be used in the alternative method
set out in subsection 2.
A. Any 5 voters of the municipality may file an affidavit with the municipal clerk
stating:
(1) That the 5 voters will constitute the petitioners’ committee;
(2) The names and addresses of the 5 voters;
(3) The address to which all notices to the committee are to be sent; and
(4) That the 5 voters will circulate the petition and file it in proper form.
The petitioners’ committee may designate additional voters of the municipality, who
are not members of the committee, to circulate the petition.
Promptly after the affidavit is filed, the clerk shall issue petition blanks to the
committee.
B. The municipal clerk shall prepare the petition forms at the municipality’s expense.
The petition forms must be printed on paper of uniform size and may consist of as
many individual sheets as are reasonably necessary.
(1) Petition forms must carry the following legend in bold lettering at the top of the
face of each form.

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“Municipality of ....”
In the instance of preparing a new charter, the lettering at the top of the form must read: “Each of the undersigned voters respectfully requests the municipal
officers to establish a Charter Commission for the purpose of preparing a New Municipal Charter.”
In the instance of revising a charter, the lettering at the top of the form must read: “Each of the undersigned voters respectfully requests the municipal
officers to establish a Charter Commission for the purpose of revising the Municipal Charter.”

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Each signature to a petition must be in ink or other indelible instrument and must
be followed by the residence of the voter with street and number, if any. A petition
may not contain any party or political designation.
(2) The clerk shall note the date of each petition form issued. All petitions must be
filed within 120 days of the date of issue or they are void.
(3) Each petition form must have printed on its back an affidavit to be executed by
the circulator, stating:
(a) That the circulator personally circulated the form;
(b) The number of signatures on the form;
(c) That all the signatures were signed in the circulator’s presence;
(d) That the circulator believes them to be genuine signatures of the persons
whose names they purport to be;
(e) That each signer has signed no more than one petition; and
(f) That each signer had an opportunity to read the petition before signing.
C. Petition forms shall be assembled as one instrument and filed at one time with the
clerk. The clerk shall note the date of filing on the forms.
4. Procedure after filing. Within 20 days after the petition is filed, the clerk shall
complete a certificate as to its sufficiency, specifying, if it is insufficient, the particulars
which render it defective. The clerk shall promptly send a copy of the certificate to the
petitioners’ committee by mail and shall file a copy with the municipal officers.
A. A petition certified insufficient for lack of the required number of valid signatures
may be amended once if the petitioners’ committee files a notice of intention to amend
it with the clerk within 2 days after receiving the copy of the clerk’s certificate.
Within 10 days after this notice of intention is filed, the committee may file a
supplementary petition to correct the deficiencies in the original. This supplementary
petition, in form and content, must comply with the requirements for an original
petition under subsection 3.
B. Within 5 days after a supplementary petition is filed, the clerk shall complete and
file a certificate as to its sufficiency in the manner provided for an original petition.
C. When an original or supplementary petition has been certified insufficient, the
committee, within 2 days after receiving the copy of the clerk’s certificate, may file a
request with the municipal officers for review.
The municipal officers shall inspect the petitions in substantially the same form and
manner as a recount under section 2531-B and shall make due certificate of that
inspection. The municipal officers shall file a copy of that certificate with the municipal
clerk and mail a copy to the committee. The certificate of the municipal officers is a
final determination of the sufficiency of the petitions.

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D. Any petition finally determined to be insufficient is void. The clerk shall stamp the
petition void and seal and retain it in the manner required for secret ballots.
5. Election procedure. Within 30 days after the adoption of an order under subsection 1
or the receipt of a certificate or final determination of sufficiency under subsection 4, the
municipal officers shall by order submit the question for the establishment of a charter
commission to the voters at the next regular or special municipal election held at least 90
days after this order.
A. The question to be submitted to the voters must be in substance as follows:
In the instance of establishing a new charter, the question must read: "Shall a Charter
Commission be established for the purpose of establishing a New Municipal Charter?"
In the instance of revising a charter, the question must read: "Shall a Charter
Commission be established for the purpose of revising the Municipal Charter?"

History

Section History
PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL
1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 608, §4 (AMD). PL
2011, c. 255, §1 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 149, §§1, 2 (AMD).
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