Fall 2024 NOTICES:
Town Office CLOSED:
The Town Office will be CLOSED on Mon, 10/14 due to the Indigenous People’s Day Holiday.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Curbside Trash Pickup: will take place on Tuesday, 10/15 due to the Holiday.
Curbside Recycling Pickup: Wednesday, 10/16 due to the Holiday.
FLOATS OUT:
The Town Dock & Acadia Dock floats will be removed from the water for the season on Monday, 10/28/24 at 8AM. Please make arrangements to have your dinghies removed from the floats by this time. Thank you.
2024 Castine Halloween Festivities:
Preliminary Hydrogeologic Investigation Report- Proposed Battle Ave Fire Station Site:
Preliminary Hydrogeologic Investigation- Proposed Battle Ave Fire Station Site
BATTLE AVE WORK ALERT:
CMP will be conducting tree and pole work on BATTLE AVE this fall to get 3-phase power to UMO’s floating wind turbine project.
Fall/Winter Curbside Recycling Pickup NOTICE:
The schedule for curbside recycling pickup is now the first & third Tuesdays of each month.
11/5/24 General & Municipal Election & Absentee Voting Information:
Absentee Ballots: Absentee Ballots are now available. If you will not be able to make it to the polls on Tuesday, 11/5, contact the Town Office to request your ballots or stop by to vote in person. Absentee Voting deadline is Thurs, Oct 31st.
11/5/24 Election Day: Polls open at Emerson Hall, 67 Court Street, from 8AM to 8PM.
State Sample Ballots:
11-5-24 State Referendum SAMPLE BALLOT
Municipal Sample Ballots & Documents:
11-5-24 Town Municipal Official SAMPLE BALLOT
11-5-24 Town Referendum SAMPLE BALLOT
Proposed Food Sovereignty Ordinance 10.7.24
DRAFT 2024 Castine Comprehensive Plan_
2024-03-06 Castine Comp Plan Acceptance for Review
NOTE: copies are also available in binders for review located at Emerson Hall & Witherle Memorial Library; and copies can be photocopied for purchase.
Castine Harbor Safety NOTICE:
From Bobby Vagt on behalf of the whole Castine Community “THANK YOU” to all our Fire Rescue Volunteers
2024 Property Tax Bills:
The due date was Fri, Sept 20th. Interest is now accruing starting Sept 21st. Postmark dates are accepted. Please contact the Town Office for a payoff.
Code Enforcement Office Hours @ Emerson Hall (effective 8/1/24):
Monday & Tuesday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm; Wednesday, 8:00 am to 12 noon
(207)326-4502
Code Enforcement Officer: Shawn Blodgett
Maine Obsolete Pesticide Collection Program:
The Maine Board of Pesticides Control and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection are partnering to hold the Annual Obsolete Pesticide Collection Events for Maine residents. This event is free for homeowners, gardeners, and family-owned farms to dispose of excess, unwanted, unusable, or obsolete pesticides and spray adjuvants.
Registration is required to participate. Registration forms are due September 25, 2024. In late October, events are held in Portland, Augusta, Bangor, and Presque Isle. Participants will be notified of the event time, location, and required materials two weeks prior to the events via U.S. mail and email.
Please share this promotional flyer with your residents and interested parties. To learn more, please visit https://www.maine.gov/dacf/php/pesticides/public/obsolete_pesticide_collection.shtml
Castine Area Disaster Relief Fund – Small Scale Grant Funding NOTICE:
Castine Area Disaster Relief Fund – Small Scale Grant Funding Opportunity NOTICE
CASTINE AREA RELIEF FUND – CARF is accepting donations to help Castine citizens’ & properties affected by the recent storms. Please make check payable to CARF, and mail to PO Box 506, Castine Maine 04421 or email carf@castine.me.us for more information on other ways to donate. THANK YOU!
CARF was created by community volunteers in 2019 to respond the COVID pandemic by meeting the needs of our neighbors who were challenged economically. To date, the primary, but not the only, form of assistance has been food. Since inception, more than 2800 bags of groceries (more than 43,000 meals) have been distributed in the regular weekly deliveries. The focus in this situation will be to provide assistance and funds to individuals, families, and businesses who were victims of the recent storms.
Castine is listed as one of the “quirky” small towns to visit in New England….WHAT FUN!
https://dailypassport.com/quirky-charming-new-england-small-towns/
Court Street Fire Station Soil Testing Results:
MMA NSMV Webpage:
This MMA site is set up to supply monthly information, updates and Q&A meetings addressing MMA’s Waterfront construction. There will be regular open sessions (last Wednesday of each month; meetings will be posted on this site) in Emerson Hall so that MMA can address questions/concerns that have been submitted to the Academy, provide construction updates and take in-person comments.
State of Maine DEP MMA Waterfront Campus Improvement Approval
MMA Pier Expansion & Improvement Project / Wharves & Weirs Act Application:
FINAL MMA NRPA Permit Application
MMA NRPA Application Update 051123
MMA Bureau of Parks & Lands Notice
MMA Wharves and Weirs Act Application
State of Maine DEP MMA Waterfront Campus Improvement Approval
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.
Volunteers Needed:
Current Castine Board/Committee Vacancies:
Utility Board – 2 alternate members
Historic Preservation Commission – 2 regular members & 1 alternate member
Board of Appeals – 1 alternate member
Recreation Committee – 1 alternate member
NEW – Ad-Hoc Committee for 2026/2029 250th Anniversary celebrations
If you wish to be considered to serve, 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:
2025 Dog registrations available as of 10/15/2024. Registration costs = $6 for a spayed/neutered Dog; and $11 for a non-spayed/neutered Dog. Proof of Rabies Vaccination is required.
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!!
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:
Oct: Tues, 10/15/24 (due to the Indigenous People’s Day Holiday)
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.
Oct: Wed, 10/16/24 (due to the Holiday)
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!
Notice Regarding Retail Marijuana Establishments & Retail Marijuana Social Clubs:
Marijuana Notice
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.
