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Learn About Wildlife this Winter
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What:
Winter Wildlife Walk
When:
Saturday, February 9th at 10:00AM
Where:
Libby River Farm Preserve, 320 Black Point Road (next to Camp Ketcha)
Join the Scarborough Land Trust for our annual Winter Wildlife Walk, where we'll explore the trails at Libby River Farm Preserve and look for signs of wildlife making their way through the winter. We're likely to see signs of deer, coyote, turkey, woodpeckers, and maybe even a bobcat!
Please prepare to be outside in the weather for a couple of hours. Bring along any drinks or snacks you'd like. If you have any concerns about whether this outing is right for you, feel free to contact our office by email or by phone at 207-289-1199
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What Happened to the Silver Bullets?
Jami Fitch, Sustainability Coordinator
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You may have seen our recent
Facebook post saying that the silver bullet recycling containers were removed from the Walmart parking lot, or you may have driven by and noticed that they were gone. We'd like to explain the reason for the removal, and it's not because the Town is reducing services. The silver bullets are no longer at Walmart because the store asked for them to be removed.
The silver bullets are meant to collect recyclable items, but in recent months, more and more trash and bulky items have been left in and around the containers. We're talking mattresses, gas grills, and used kitty litter. It got to the point that Walmart couldn't tolerate these items left around the containers, so they asked for the silver bullets to be removed. The silver bullets were removed from Hannaford for the same reason not that long ago.
Click here for the complete article
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Winter Fire Safety Tips
B. Michael Thurlow, Fire Chief
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Even though we haven't had a major storm event yet this year, it seems like an opportune time to review some basic winter fire safety tips. Emergency access and egress leads the list. If you have an emergency that requires fire, police, or EMS it is very important that we have adequate access to get to you. That means the driveway and walkways are clear so first responders don't have to shovel their way in, wasting precious time that could be better spent resolving your emergency.
Every home should have at least two remote means of egress. That means at least two different ways to leave in case you have a fire or some other type of emergency that requires immediate evacuation. Are your front door and steps shoveled and is there a path beyond the steps where you can safely and quickly get away from the house and meet the fire department near your driveway or mailbox at the designated meeting space you identified in your home evacuation and safety plan? How about your back door? It is very easy to get lazy and fail to shovel the secondary steps and doors that aren't routinely used during the winter, but that is the very means of egress you may need to use in an emergency. Once you get out of the house, are you up to your waste in snow, or do you have a shoveled path where you can quickly and safely evacuate a safe distance away?
Click here for the complete article
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Councilor's Corner
Paul Johnson, Town Council Member
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What do I love about Scarborough? During the winter months, my favorite days are those that are just warm enough to take a lengthy morning walk on Pine Point Beach with my wife, our daughter, and our golden retriever. As the weather becomes more favorable, I can often be found at Nonesuch River Golf Club with my regular foursome playing some late afternoon golf.
Why do I love serving on the Town Council? In the three short months I've been on the Council, I have learned a tremendous amount about our government, history, and people. Above all, it became quickly apparent that everything, whether big or small, means a lot to someone. Although this presents challenges at times, it is also indicative of how Scarborough's residents truly care about the community they live in. It is this passion that makes Scarborough such a great community to live in.
As Spring approaches, feel free to reach out to me directly. Perhaps we can schedule a quick nine holes!
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Meet Your New Town Employees
Heidi McNinch, Human Resources Coordinator
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On Sunday, January 6
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, Jennifer Hanson joined our Public Safety Department as the Town's newest full-time Dispatcher.
Jennifer began her career as a Dispatcher in 2016 by joining the team at the City of Sanford. While there, she provided assistance to the public, communicated via telephone and radio to public safety personnel and other agencies, and provided medical protocol instructions to those in need. Jennifer has Emergency Medical Dispatch and Emergency Fire Dispatch certification, is Maine EMS and CPR certified and is a State of Maine Notary Public. Jennifer's experience and training make her a great addition to our Dispatch family. Jennifer is a graduate of Massabesic High School and is attending the Criminal Justice program at Southern Maine Community College.
On Monday, January 7
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, Christopher Gerossi joined our Public Safety Department as a full time Patrol Officer.
A 2018 graduate of Saint Joseph's college, Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and has just completed Phase II of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy's Law Enforcement Training Program. Chris brings prior hands on experience to the Town, having worked as a police intern with the Westbrook Police Department and as a security officer for Fire Protection Services. Law enforcement runs in Christopher's family; both his great grandfather and great uncle spent their entire professional careers as law enforcement officers and Chris is honored to be working in the profession.
Both Jennifer and Christopher join a dedicated group of Public Safety members who work diligently to keep our community, citizens, and visitors safe.
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About the Scarborough Town Newsletter
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Welcome to the official newsletter of the Town of Scarborough, Maine. Brought to you by a team of Town staff, our mission is to keep you informed about town events and activities.
Please note that the newsletter articles are intended to be brief and will often point you back to a link on the Town's Website or Facebook page. The website is the heart of the communication network within town and is the central repository for information on Town government.
Your newsletter team:
Tody Justice, Town Clerk |
Catherine Morrison, Public Library |
Audra Keenan, Community Services |
Sean Bushway, IT |
Heidi McNinch, Human Resources |
Brian Longstaff, Codes & Planning |
Kelly Johnston, Scarborough Public Schools
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Michael Thurlow, Fire Department |
Kim Sperlich, Police Department |
Ruth Porter, Finance |
Leona Oceania, Public Works |
Larissa Crockett, Administration |
Magdalena Slawiec, SEDCO |
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2019 Scarborough Town Council
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Peter Hayes, Chair
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Katy Foley, Vice Chair
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Shawn Babine
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Jean-Marie Caterina
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William Donovan
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Don Hamill
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Paul Johnson
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