Reminders from Town Hall - March 10, 2023
 | The Economic Development and Sustainability Committee is seeking candidates for two available openings:
Interested applications should consider the following job description and deadlines:
EDSC's Charge: All full members and alternates of the EDSC are expected to serve as a member of the committee in accordance with the EDSC's over-arching charge: The committee will, in conjunction with the Select Board, develop and promote a sustainable and ongoing process, supported by the community, that will strengthen the local economy, utilizing resources and strategies that will meet the current and future needs of North Yarmouth.
Time Commitment: The EDSC meets monthly, generally on the fourth Thursday of each month, at the Westcustogo Hall & Community Center from 6:30pm-8pm. Applicants should be willing, able, and prepared to regularly attend meetings in person. In between monthly committee meetings, candidates should expect to volunteer for a subcommittee that maybe require 1-3 hours of additional monthly time spent on committee work.
Full Member vs Alternate: The difference between the full member and alternate positions is that other than for purposes of electing the chair and secretary, an alternate may only vote in the absence of a regular member. Candidates should indicate on their application if there are interested in being considered for the full member, alternate, or either position.
Applications are available at the Town Office or via this link. Application deadline: Interested candidates should complete their application and return it to Town Office no later than 5:30pm Tuesday, March 21, 2023. |
 | OFFICE of the ASSESSOR
The Town of North Yarmouth has contracted with Cumberland County Regional Assessing. Cumberland County Regional Assessing does not have office hours in North Yarmouth. If you contact them, you can arrange to have a scheduled meeting date here in North Yarmouth. You may contact the Office of the Assessor by calling (207) 699-2475, emailing assessor@cumberlandcounty.org or by mail at 25 Pearl St, Portland, Maine 04101.
The State of Maine offers a variety of partial property exemptions that reduce the assessed value of your property, thus lowering your property tax burden. For list of available exemptions and applications click here. The deadline to apply for any of theses exceptions is April 1st of each year. If you have questions regarding any of these exemptions call (207) 699-2475, emailing assessor@cumberlandcounty.org |
- 2 seats for Select Board (2 seats for a 3-year terms)
- 1 seat for MSAD#51 Board of Directors (1 seat for a 3 year term)
- 2 seats for Budget Committee (3 year terms)
- 1 seat for Cemetery Commission (remaining 2 years of a term)
- 1 seat for Cemetery Commission (5 year term)
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ROYAL RIVER RESTORATION STUDY UPDATE FROM ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS | |
 | 2023 ROAD POSTINGS HEAVY LOADS LIMITED EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 14, 2023 23,000 LBS. REGISTERED VEHICLE WEIGHT The following roads are closed, unless SOLIDLY FROZEN, to all vehicles or combination of vehicles: The road is considered “solidly frozen” only when the air temperature is 32◦F or below and no water is showing in the cracks of the road. Both conditions must be met. |
 | Real Estate & Personal Property Taxes Due March 15th A reminder that the 2nd bi-annual installment of 2023 property taxes are due on March 15, 2023. Tax Bill Copies are available online. Payment Options are; 2) Mail to Tax Collector, 10 Village Square Road, North Yarmouth, ME 04097. 3) Use the drop box at the Town Office, available 24/7 in the front parking area. 4) Make a payment in the Town Office during regular office hours. |
 | PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Wescustogo Hall & NorthYarmouth Community Center
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| Recycling & Waste Reduction | |
 | PakTech Reycling  at North Yarmouth Variety Thanks to a new collaboration between the NY Waste Reduction Committee and NYV owners Dan & Hannah, you can save the trip to the Portland Allagash Brewing Company and recycle your PakTech handles in town. |
 | Textile Recycling is Here! Members of the Waste Reduction Committee have teamed up with Apparel Impact to provide our community with an option to recycle clothing, shoes, sheets & towels. A bin like the one depicted in the image will be available at the entrance of the Municipal Offices (10 Village Square RD) for residents to recycle textiles. ***FMI*** |
 | Did you know?
ecomaine accepts aluminum cans, pie plates and sheets! Foil should be free from heavy food debris (a little residue is okay).
Check out our RECYCLOPEDIA App in the App Store. |
| NOTES | |
 | Winter sand is available for residents’ personal use. Each residential dwelling is eligible for up to 20 gallons (four 5 gallon pails) of sand per storm. The use of municipal sand for the sanding of private roads is prohibited. Sand pile is located at the entrance of the PWD facilities – 40 Parsonage Rd. |
 | Find a complete calendar of board and committee meetings here. |
 | The Select Board is looking for volunteers to serve on the following boards and committees.
If you are interested in servicing on any the the board and committees listed, click here, for more information. |
| Wescustogo Hall & North Yarmouth Community Center | |
 | No Parking No Charging With Winter weather on the way we want to remind residents not to leave their electric cars parked/charging at WH & CC during storms  Thank you for understanding! |
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Registration is now open for our Outdoor Market! Please email jhersey@northyarmouth.org to secure your spot today! | |
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SAVE THE DATE - EARTH DAY
Saturday- April 22, 2023 at Wescustogo Hall & Community Center 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
We are SO EXCITED to announce ecomaine's ECOFEST! We'll be celebrating sustainability, recycling, composting, and so much more! Free giveaways (while supplies last, including recycling bins and compost pails), activities, information, food trucks, & LOTS MORE!
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| "STUDENT STORY" | |
 | Greely’s Star debater, Ruth Weeks, secured a spot at the NSDA National Tournament
Through a fantastic performance at the State Senate Chamber in Augusta on Saturday, January 28, Greely’s Star debater, Ruth Weeks, secured a spot at the NSDA National tournament, to be held in Phoenix, AZ, June 10-16. |
| COMMUNITY NEWS | |
 | It's a Free-For-All: North Yarmouth Historical's Annual Meeting and Program Sunday, March 12, 2023, 3 PM North Yarmouth Community Center
Come hear about the treasure trove of FREE resources available at the Maine State Library! Amazing resources await us!
Digitizing those old LPs ... Borrowing talking books AND the audio equipment to play ‘em ... Converting your 8 mm home movies ... Digitized newspapers ... Genealogy ... Oh, and ALSO books … by mail and otherwise! Adam Fisher of MSL will tell us all about it.
A brief NYHS Annual Meeting will precede our program. Refreshments served. For more info: nyhs1680@gmail.com |
 | Skyline Farm Carriage Museum’s current exhibit "The Evolution of Comfort” tracks the developing technology and style from early vehicles, such as its Comfort “Waggon” dating back to the late 1700’s when George Washington was President, through to the end of the horse-drawn carriage era when automobiles came on the scene and Teddy Roosevelt was our 26th President. By Roosevelt’s time, carriages offered leaf springs, inflatable tires, and plush seats, all features that carry over to today so we can ride… in Comfort. The museum, located at 95 The Lane, North Yarmouth, is open for public viewing on Sundays, through April 2, 1-4 p.m. or by appointment. Free admission; donations are appreciated. Dress warmly. For more information, email info@skylinefarm.org. Skyline Farm is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization. Photo caption: A Comfort “Waggon” from the late 1700’s appears in Skyline Farm Carriage Museum’s current exhibit. Photo by Pamela Ames |
 | Speak Out Competition The Cumberland / North Yarmouth Lions Club is hosting their annual Speak Out competition on March 27th, 2023. The goal is to provide high school students with an opportunity to think about important issues facing them & their community. Speaker contestants will prepare a 5-minute speech on an important issue facing them, our community, the State, or the Nation. Upon completion, speakers will be asked one question each by two questioners. Speeches are scored by three judges based on content, presentation, and adhering to time limits. The local winner will move on to compete at the district Speak Out competition. This is a great opportunity for students to practice their public speaking, win cash prizes, and receive local and regional recognition. Please see Mr. Curry at GHS for details and visit the Lions website for contest rules. Interested students will need to sign-up in advance of the competition. |
 | Golf Tournament at Val Halla The Inaugural Lions Golf Tournament is coming up in May. They are looking for event sponsors (for putting, longest drive and 4 closest to the pin contests). As well as Corporate Team and hole sponsors. Or individuals to put together a foursome! Proceeds to stay in this community! Signup or get more information by visiting the website at www.Lionsgolf.org. |
 | For Kids of All Ages! Introducing The Town House Mouse, by Dixie Hayes with illustrations by Sue Clukey. This new book is set in North Yarmouth. It's a great "tale" about the Old Town House's move to its new home on the Village Green—and Ike the mouse, who got caught in the middle. History and a fun story all in one! $12 each. Email nyhs1680@gmail.com for pickup/delivery info OR pick up your copy at the upcoming Special Town Meeting (Sat., Feb. 4th @10 M) & at Town Meeting in June. |
 | Hey, North Yarmouth! Tired of being mixed up with Yarmouth???
These mugs are $10 each, limited edition. Get yours now--contact Kaite at nyhs1680@gmail.com for payment/pick up/delivery.
PS --All proceeds to North Yarmouth Historical! |
 | The Community Food Pantry is in need of items linked here!
Donations can be dropped off in the shopping carts located in the front entrance of the Cumberland Town Hall. (290 Tuttle RD) Thank you for your continued support of our Community Food Pantry! |
| PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY NEWS | |
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PML Home Delivery Service is free for those who qualify.
The PML Home Delivery Service provides free library delivery to individuals who are residents of Cumberland or North Yarmouth who are generally confined to their residence, either temporarily, due to illness or accident, or permanently, due to age, disability, or other mobility problems.
Enroll online or call the library at 829-2215. |
GAMESAT THELIBRARY | Mah Jongg | Wednesdays at 10:30am Classic Tabletop Games | Thursdays at 1:00pm Cribbage | Fridays at 10:00am Chess | Saturdays at 3:00pm
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Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. In-person at Prince Memorial Library For curious adults and families. No registration required. Offered in partnership with Chebeague and Cumberland Land Trust Every spring, conditions come together to form one of the most eruptive wildlife migrations in the world – right in our backyards. The warm, rainy nights of spring bring frogs and salamanders out in droves, creating what is referred to as “big nights”. However, many of these migrants face trouble as they meet one of the newest habitats on the landscape — roads. This talk will introduce the community science project Maine Big Night, a project that anyone can participate in to collect data and help migrating amphibians in roadways. Amphibian natural history, results from previous years, and compelling stories will also be included. Greg LeClair is a Ph.D. candidate at UMaine, where he studies ecology and environmental science. He started the Maine Big Night: Amphibian Migration Monitoring project in 2018. | |
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