Reminders from Town Hall - February 9, 2024
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- Community Center Support Staff [part-time]
 | The Select Board is looking for volunteers to serve on the following boards and committees.
If you are interested in servicing on any the board and committees listed, click here, for more information. | |
| PUBLIC NOTICE | ||
New Open Burning Law in Maine Requires Permits for Larger Campfires
AUGUSTA - To enhance fire safety and prevent wildfires, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) is implementing a new law that mandates burn permits for larger campfires. The law, LD 24, goes into effect on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, and will impact fires that exceed 3 feet in height and 3 feet in diameter that are not for debris disposal. Notably, permits for burning brush and wood debris remain unaffected and are still required under the existing regulations. The new law also makes it unlawful for burning outdoors during red flag warning days.Maine residents and visitors planning fires larger than the specified dimensions, often referred to as "bonfires," will be required to obtain burn permits. These permits are available free of charge and can be secured online after 9 a.m. at maineburnpermit.com. This new regulation aims to mitigate the risk of larger campfires getting out of control and causing wildfires. By requiring permits for this type of fire, the state hopes to ensure fire safety measures are in place, reducing the potential for fire-related emergencies. Spearheaded by DACF's Maine Forest Service (MFS), Maine Forest Rangers launched an informational campaign to create public awareness about this significant change. An awareness campaign will continue through Spring 2024. The Rangers are actively engaging with communities across the state to educate and inform the public about the new law.
The MFS is committed to answering any questions and addressing concerns from the public regarding this new law. For additional information and updates regarding the new open burning law in Maine, please follow the Maine Forest Ranger and DACF Facebook pages. For inquiries: Kent Nelson, MFS Forest Ranger Specialist, 207-287-4989. The Maine Forest Service, a division of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, is dedicated to the stewardship and protection of the state's forests. Forest Heath and Monitoring, Forest Policy and Management, and Forest Protection teams work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of Maine's residents, visitors, and natural resources. The implementation of LD 24 is a crucial step toward promoting responsible open burning practices and safeguarding the environment | ||
 | 2024 Road Postings Effective February 15, 2025
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 | Municipal Offices and Facilities CLOSED Monday, February 19, 2024.In observance of the holiday, Presidents' Day. | |
 | Absentee Voting for March 5th Presidential Primary Election Absentee Ballots are available! Request your ballot now! Easy Ways to Obtain Your Absentee Ballot:
All absentee ballots must be returned no later than 8:00pm on March 5, 2024 to be counted. Last day to request an absentee ballot is Thursday, February 29, 2024. | |
| WESCUSTOGO HALL & NORTH YARMOUTH COMMUNITY CENTER | ||
Don't let the cold stop you from getting your steps in! Come walk in the North Yarmouth Community Center!
Find us on Spond and enter the code JNDWJ to join!
Basketball open gym time is available daily at the Community Center. $2 per kid, anyone under 12 is welcome to come to middle school time slot if accompanied by an adult.
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 | Find a complete calendar of board and committee meetings here. | |
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Go to the Town website to find multiple online services and loads of information. | |
| RECYCLING & WASTE REDUCTION | ||
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If you have questions contact Casella Waste Systems at (207) 883-9777. | |
If you would like to keep updated on happenings in the MSAD #51 schools, including short and long-term plans, please subscribe to the district's weekly newsletter by clicking here.
| COMMUNITY NEWS | |
 | Public Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 6 p.m.The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District will host a virtual public meeting about the Royal River Section 206 Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Study in Yarmouth, ME The goal of the meeting is to provide an update about the ongoing feasibility study. Call-in and Webex Information Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Start time: 6:00pm Location (Webex Link): https://usace1.webex.com/join/cenae-pa. Or Call in: 1-844-800-2712 (US Toll Free) 1-669-234-1177 (US Toll) Access code: 199 945 8471 |
 | 2024 Summer Golf Camp Registrations
Residents of Cumberland and North Yarmouth can register for Val Halla Summer Golf Camps NOW! Residents of all other towns can register starting Feb. 13th at 8:00am. Registrations will be taken through the Cumberland/North Yarmouth Recreation department. Follow the link and search for golf. |
 | Cumberland/ North Yarmouth Little League
Register your player before 2/16 and receive an early bird discount. All farm, minors and majors players also get a personalized spring training tee. Please reach out to Joe Strattard (baseball) at playeragent@cnyll.com or Molly Costable (softball) sbplayeragent@cnyll.com with questions or to learn about scholarship opportunities. |
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 | Pantry Donations Requested The Community Food Pantry is in need of items below! Donations can be dropped off in the shopping carts located in the front entrance of the Cumberland Town Hall. Thanks for your continued support of our Community Food Pantry! Reusable bags | Canned fruit peaches | Pineapple |Mandarin oranges | Tuna fish | Peanut butter | Jam /jelly Chicken ramen noodles | Instant potatoes | Chicken and beef soups | Chowder & beef stews Broth, veg. beef, chicken | Spaghetti’ Os/Ravioli | Spaghetti/Angel hair/ pasta | Hamburger helper Spaghetti sauce | Crackers | Coffee reg. Med | K-cups reg. Med | Hot Cocoa | Brownie mix | cake mix/Frosting Pancake mix/muffin mix | Condiments Mayo/Ketchup | Kids Cereal and granola | Oatmeal packets Jell-O and pudding mix | Protein drinks | School snacks | Granola bars | Juice individuals and family size Chips | Pretzels | Tortilla chips | Dried fruit |
| PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY NEWS | |
 | 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. |
| New library cards are HERE!If you haven't picked up your new library card, it's not too late. In fact, we'll be switching everyone over to new cards in the next several months. You can complete the registration form online before you come to the library, so we'll be ready for you when you get here. Or next time you're at PML, ask at the circulation desk for a registration form. Everyone, even existing cardholders, needs to complete the registration form, either online or in-person at PML. It doesn't take long to complete, and you'll be walking out the door in no time with a new card in hand. We promise, it won't hurt a bit. Need more information? We got that. Answers to all of your questions for adults, kids and teens, including our privacy policy can be found here: https://www.princememorial.org/new-library-card/ |
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