Spring 2025 NOTICES:
Castine Harbor/Waterfront NOTICE:
- Maine Maritime Academy’s (MMA) pier project is well under way. Work will continue for another, possibly two years. Boaters MUST be aware of the absolute necessity to abide by the substantially larger “No Wake” zones during MMA’s construction. Any wave reaching the construction area could create a dangerous situation for the workers, therefore, it will not be tolerated. Boaters will need to keep, at least, 500’ away from the site at all times and slow to a zero-wake speed.
Sealed Bids for BOAT:
The Town of Castine is seeking sealed bids for the sale of a 1995 Boston Whaler – 15’ Dauntless along with a 40 hp motor and trailer, as is where is. The boat may be viewed at the Municipal Garage, located at the Castine Transfer Station during Transfer Station hours. Contact the Town Office with any questions. 207 326 4502. Bids are due by 1PM on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
The Town reserves the right to accept or reject all bids.
Amendments to various Town Ordinances to be voted on at the 6/7/25 Town Mtg:
- Amendments to the Water Service Protection Ordinance; Water Service Protection Ord 5-5-25
- Amendments to the Sewer System Ordinance; Sewer System Ordinance 5-5-25
- Revised Rental Ordinance; Revised Rental Ordinance 5-5-2025
- Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance; Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments 2025
Hard copies available at the Town Office during regular business hours.
NEWS FLASH!! Castine wins USA Today 10BEST Reader’s Choice Awards –So exciting for our Castine community:
Castine was voted the #1 Best Small Town in the Northeast!!
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-small-town-in-the-northeast/
Castine was voted the #3 Best Coastal Small Town!!
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-coastal-small-town/
Castine was voted the #8 Best Historic Small Town!!
https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-historic-small-town/
CMP Pole Work NOTICE:
A Central Maine Power contractor will be working in Castine, Stockton Springs and Frankfort beginning around April 28th to replace existing poles with new ones and transferring the utility services onto these new poles. This is relatively routine work and should not cause any road closures or other delays. This work will take about 3 weeks.
Please see the attached fact sheet which outlines where these pole replacements will be done.
CMP Pole Work
Art Under the Elms:
Saturday, July 26th from 10AM – 4PM on the Town Common
This event is being sponsored by the Trinitarian Congregational Parish of Castine to benefit our Community, Care & Outreach Programs which. help our neighbors experiencing food insecurity and provide direct support for neighbors in need of help with fuel bills, electric bills, rent or housing.
We will be offering summer appetizers, cool summer beverages and more. Admission is free.
Check out our website Castine Art.com
Castine Existing Board/Committee and NEW Committee Volunteers Needed:
Current Castine Board/Committee Vacancies:
Utility Board – 2 alternate member vacancies
Historic Preservation Commission – 2 regular members & 1 alternate member vacancies
Planning Board – 2 alternate member vacancies
Board of Appeals – 1 alternate member vacancy
Recreation Committee – 1 alternate member vacancy
NEW COMMITTEES:
- 2026/2029 250th Anniversary celebrations Ad-Hoc Committee
If you wish to be considered to serve for either an existing B/C or a NEW one, please submit a letter of interest to the Town Office. Contact us if you have any questions. (207) 326-4502 or email: townoffice@castine.me.us.
2025 Dog Registrations:
Were due by January 31st. There is now a $25 late fee per dog applied to registration costs. Please bring current Rabies Vaccination.
REMINDER: Please remember that dogs need to be leashed, or owners need to have verbal control of their dogs when out walking around the community at all times.
Also, DO NOT leave doggy waste, please scoop the poop!!
Castine PFAS Information:
Castine Wastewater Facility PFAS Report (1-2023)
PFAS Report- April 2023- Final
Recycling:
Recycling Update: There are STRICT changes in the recycling program going forward. Brochures are available at the Town Office and on the Town’s website. Please note: 1) ACCEPTED items ONLY; 2) recyclable items MUST be CLEAN; 3) cardboard must be cut into 2′ X 2′ sections for disposal.
Attention: due to the Recycling Facility Zero-Sort equipment, shredded paper is a recycling item that cannot be ACCEPTED. Anything less than 2″x 2″ (paper, plastic, cardboard, glass, metal) their equipment cannot process.
Recycling Information Brochure 8.2022
Transfer Station PAGE: Transfer Station – Castine, Maine
Help Protect Castine Elms:
If you would like to donate to the Elm Trees, send your check, payable to Town of Castine and note “Elms” in the memo line. The mailing address is PO Box 204 Castine, Maine 04421. Or you can drop off to the Town Office.
Emerson Hall Drop Off Box:
There is a Drop Off Box near the front doors of Emerson Hall for your convenience to drop off water/sewer payments, tax bill payments, paperwork, etc.
The Town Office staff will be checking it regularly. Thank you.
DURING ELECTION TIME, ABSENTEE BALLOTS CAN BE DROPPED OFF IN THE SECURE DROP OFF BOX AS WELL.
Annual Rental Listings Form:
If you have a rental property in Castine, please complete the annual listings form and submit to the Town Office. Thank you.
Rental Listing Form
The completed form can be dropped off to the Town Office or mailed to: Town of Castine, PO Box 204, Castine Maine 04421.
Transfer Station & Curbside Pick-up Programs back to NORMAL SCHEDULES:
Transfer Station:
Mondays: CLOSED
Tuesdays: 8AM to 1PM
Wednesdays: 8AM to 1PM
Thursdays: 8AM to 1PM
Fridays: 8AM to 1PM
Saturdays: 8AM to 12 Noon
Sundays: CLOSED
Please practice social distancing at all times.
Curbside Trash Pick-up:
May: Mon, 5/19/25
Curbside Recycling Pick-up:
The fall/winter 1st & 3rd Tuesday, of each month will start in October; weekly pick up during the summer from mid-June through mid-September.
May: Tues, 5/20/25
Note: T&C Mkt sells trash stickers during their regular business hours.
Castine Area Relief Fund (CARF):
Castine Area Relief Fund:
1. Due to the pandemic of COVID-19 and in response to the growing needs of area residents, a group of concerned citizens has formed the Castine Area Relief Fund.
2. If you or someone you know, as a consequence of the pandemic, is in need of basic assistance, please contact one of the local churches or other local charitable organizations, and you will be directed to a person who wants to help.
3. If anyone would like to make a donation to this worthwhile endeavor, please send a check made out to the Castine Area Relief Fund to the below address: Castine Area Relief Fund P.O. Box 506 Castine, ME 04421.
Castine-opoly Games for SALE:
Castine-opoly makes a great gift idea to share a bit of Castine with family & friends. This custom game is a fundraising event sponsored by the Castine CED Committee. Castine-opoly is available to purchase at the Castine Town Office (207-326-4502 or email: townoffice@castine.me.us).
Price = $20/game. If you are out of town and want it shipped, the Castine Town Office can take orders over the phone using debit/credit cards for an additional fee to include S&H.
Call 207-326-4502 or email: townoffice@castine.me.us to order.
Reflective House Numbers Needed:
Is your house number clearly visible from the road during all weather conditions and seasons? If not, the Fire Rescue Department may have trouble finding you during an emergency. We recommend BLACK numbers on a 6″ x1 2″ reflective WHITE background with a BORDER. Please go to www.white-sign.com or call 1-800-479-6193 to obtain a new reflective house number sign and install at your home. Help us help you!
Safe Disposal of Prescription Drugs:
The Wastewater Treatment (Sewer) Facility Operators have noticed a large number of prescription pills had made their way to the facility. (Yes, what you flush down the toilet can be identified…) The ecosystem of the Treatment Facility is delicate and can be thrown out of whack when odd things come its way. And if any particles make their way through the facility, they go the Bagaduce River, which can affect Marine Life.
Just as we ask that Household Hazardous materials not go down the drain or toilet, but be disposed of properly through collection sites, we also ask the same for prescription drugs. The two closest Prescription Drug Drop off boxes are located at 1. Bucksport Police Department – 89 Franklin Street, Bucksport 207 469-7951 and 2. Hancock County Sheriff’s Office – 50 State Street, Suite 10, Ellsworth 207 667-7575.
Please help do your part and dispose of items properly.
Thank you.
