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Town NewsletterArchived newsletters are available in the list to the right in Adobe Acrobat format.In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved- Franklin D. Roosevelt *** RECYCLING EVERY WEDNESDAY*** ***TRASH PICK UP EVERY THURSDAY*** July 2008 SELECTMEN/ MANAGER * A special town meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 10th at 7:00 PM at the town office in Prospect Harbor. The Warrant will include an article to consider transferring $100,000 from our general fund (surplus) to be obligated specifically to offset taxes committeed for the 2008/2009 budget year. Our current general fund balance is over $600,000 and shifting the $100,000 will still keep us within recommened balance from our auditors. * The 2008 Ellsworth Area Household Hazardous Waste and Universal Waste collection program is being offered again this year. The event is expected to take place on Saturday, August 16, 2008. from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, rain or shine, at the Ellsworth High School on Route 1A. Household waste items accepted: materials containing caustic flammable, toxic or reactive properties such as pesticides, polishes, lye, acids, solvents, oil based paint, swimming pool chemicals and old gasoline. Universal waste items accepted: materials containing mercury, cadmium and lead such as rechargable batteries, cathode ray tubes, fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, motor vehicle switches, PCB ballasts and thermomenters. This program is being funded in part by the Town and materials deposited will be free to residents. Applicants are available at the town office and must be completed before items will be accepted at the site. * We are pleased to welcome Mr. Glen Grant to our police department. Mr. Grant is replacing a part time patrol officer (Mr. Devon Bohacik) that recently left Gouldsboro. He is and academy graduate and has many years experience in law enforcement. Also a special welcome to Mr. Gary Grovogel to our fire department. Mr. Grovogel has accepted the position replacing the vacancy of Mr. Tate McLean. He is a resident of Gouldsboro and has expressed interest in helping the department with the expertise of his fellow firefighters. Another great addition to our staff is Roni Saul of Prospect Harbor. Ms. Saul has been appointed as deputy clerk to fill the vacancy created by Ms. Carrie Sandstrom. She has lived in Gouldsboro for many years and we are confident she will offer wonderful service to our residents. TOWN CLERK * ATV and snowmobile registrations expire June 30th. Renewal and new stickers available at the town office. * The flags decorating Main Stree in Prospect Harbor were part of a program initiated by the Cole Museum. The Museum offered twenty-four free flags to the town if we would sell the same amount in honor or memory of a verteran. The program was successful and we have had many folks asking about purchasing them. The Board of Selectmen initiated approval to continue the program next year and we are now beginning to take orders. We hope to expand the display to other villages within Gouldsboro. If you are interested in purchasing a flag please send your request and $42.00 chack payable to: Town of Gouldsboro, Flag Program, PO Box 68, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669. Please include the name of the veteran you are honoring, branch (if known) and a brief description/story of the veteran. For additional info please call Maureen at 963-5589. CODE ENFORCEMENT BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED P. Grant-48 East Schoodic Drive-Wind Generator T. Fisher-137 Main Street-Shed M. Brosche-301 Paul Bunyan Road-Garage C. Flaherty-16 Charles Lane-Demolition W. Gottlieb-122 Timber Cove-Renovation M. Spoerlein-183 Prospect Point Road-Addition Bridges-336 Main Street-Driveway & Septic J. Randall-315 Paul Bunyan-Wind Generator H. Smith-344 Main Street-Deck W. Ruland-64 Cranberry Point Road-Driveway GOULDSBORO POILCE DEPARTMENT * We realize that there are times when citizens need to reach an officer after town office hours. The office is open Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM as well as Wed., 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If your request is and emergency call 911. If you need to speak to an officer for a non-emergency, please call 667-7575 and you will reach the Hancock County Sheriff's Office. They are available 24 hours, 365 days a year and will locate and on-duty Gouldsboro Officer for your needs. SOLID WASTE COMMITTEE * At a Selectmen's meeting in May the committee recommended the Town adopt a sticker fee approach to help offset the rising costs of our solid waste costs. August 20th has been set for a special town meeting for the adoption of a Solid Waste Ordinance implementing the program. A Public Hearing has also been set for August 7th. * Recycling and composting will reduce the solid waste costs for the town and this summer we are offering one hundred thirty (130) recycling bins, free to residents pledging to recycle. There will be compost bins available mid to late July at the town office. Call for additional information - 963-5589. HISTORICAL SOCIETY * The July meeting of the Society will be held at the Old Townhouse Museum (452 Rte. #1) on Monday, July 7th at 7:30 PM. Josh Torrence, the executive director of the Woodlawn Museum in Ellsworth, will speak about the Woodlawn Estate (the Black House) and David Cobb's relationship to it. All are welcome, free admission, donations accepted. For additional information call 963 - 5530. * Woodlawn Museum Tour: GHS members may sign up for a special tour of the Black House to be conducted on Sunday, July 13th at 2:00 PM, at the Woodlawn Museum. * The Old Townhouse Museum will be open from 2:00 - 4:00 PM every Saturday during July. Enjoy some time with family, friends, neighbors and your garden! There are an estimated 150 million July 4th cookouts! Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness PENINSULA SCHOOL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE: * Our second annual auction to benfit our new school will be held on Sat., August 23rd, at the Winter Harbor Gym. We are looking for donations to auction and will be glad to pick them up. Please call Thoma Watson (963-2667) or Annie Perry (546-7992) for pickup or more information. RECREATION COMMITTEE * Summer Exercise Classes: To those of you who are wondering, and those of you who don't know, we are holding our excerise classes at the Community Center at the following dates and times: Tues, Wed, Thurs., 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM (first and last week in July and every week thereafter) Sat., Sun mornings, every week 8:00 to 9:00 AM and Thurs. evenings, every week 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Please come join us. * Recreation Committee Summer Day Camp will run the weeks of July 7th, 14th, and 21st. Please contact Klair Moshier 963-2264 or Angela Alley 963-2015 for more details. DORCAS LIBRARY * The annual Dorcus Library Book and Bake Sale to benefit the library will be held at the Prospect Harbor Woman's Club on Saturday, July 19th between 8:00 and 2:00. You will find books for children, mystery lovers, cooks, travelers, and readers of every sort. Come early for the best choice of books and baked goods. * The summer children's program has begun! All of the events listed below will be held at the Dorcas Library. If you have questions, please call Alison (963-4147). * Monday, July 7 at 4:00 PM - Reading Time With Trinket. Sign up at the library for a reading slot with the miniture Yorkie who love to be read to. * Wednesday, July 9 at 3:00 PM - Maine author Lynn Plourde. Lynn was born and raised in Maine and is the author of many picture books, including "Teacher Appreciation Day," "School Picture Day" and "Summer Vaction." * Monday, July 21 at 4:00 PM - Bill DiSisto with a live reptile presentation. * On Sunday, June 15th, Dorcas Library honored at a reception many volunteers who generously give their time and energy to our library. We are so grateful to them! Anyone who would like to join us in this all volunteer effort should call Prudence at 963-7087. LOCAL GRANGE NEWS * Seaside Grange of Corea (64 Crowley Island) Annual Rummage/Bake Sale will be on Saturday, July 12th from noon to 4:00 PM. For sale are household goods, craft items, clothing, delicious baked goods and raffle for a gorgeous quilt. Proceeds to benefit the Corea Seaside Grange. Info 963-7849. LAST FRIDAY COFFEEHOUSE * On Friday, July 25th at 7:30 PM at the Hammond Hall in Winter Harbor, Schoodic Arts for All's Last Friday Coffeehouse will feature Paul Geremia, award-winning & nationally-known acoustic bluesman . * Suggested donation for this event will be twelve dollars - kids under twelve admitted free - great desserts!! No reservations, doors open at 6:30. For further info call 963-7670; 2569. Go to www.schoodicarts.org or www.paulgeremia.org **REMINDER** Please put your bagged trash in a container if you are leaving it out the night before. Thanks for helping keep Gouldsboro neat and clean. Calendar of Events & Meetings (July 2008)
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