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From the Town Office

Office Hours— We are open Monday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As always, if you need assistance at other times, please don’t hesitate to call (846-3148) and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. The office will be closed Monday October 8 in observance of Columbus Day. Tax Bills— Tax bills were mailed August 15. The 2019 tax rate is 16.50 per thousand dollars of valuation. This is an increase of less than 1% from the previous year. The first half of the tax bill was due September 28, 2018. Interest at 8% on unpaid bills began to accrue September 29, 2018. If you have any questions, please contact the Town Office. Recycling News— ecomaine continues to charge us for contaminated recycled materials that are sent to them. Contaminated items are basically garbage that gets in the wrong container. The last container we sent to ecomaine included 10+ full bags of trash, 50+ empty plastic bags, a humidifier, styrofoam, wood plaque, a plastic tarp, and a cushion. If you don’t know where to throw something, please ask the attendant or check the side of the recycling container for information. Since we do not want to be charged for contamination, please be diligent about what you place in the recycling container. Dog Licenses— Dog tags will be available October 15, 2018. Failure to license your dog before January 31, 2019, will result in an additional $25.00 late fee . New FEMA Flood Maps— The current Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) that are in effect and enforceable are from 1985.

After several years of studies throughout southern Maine, FEMA has issued new preliminary flood maps. Everyone should be aware of the considerable elevation and drastic zone changes in certain areas of the island from the current 1985 maps. Not only do the elevations appear to increase upward of sixteen (16’) feet, but the zone change from A Zone to V Zone is a huge factor in appeals, variances, and insurance rates. If the new maps are adopted and you own shorefront property, all new structures (with few exceptions) will need to be constructed at least one foot above the Base Flood Elevation. Additionally, if you currently have a structure that would now be within the flood zone based on elevation and you have a federal mortgage that requires flood insurance, there is a good chance your flood insurance will cost more. I am not an expert at interpreting the maps or what the individual result may be for your property. I’m simply trying to make folks aware that the new maps have been issued and the 90-day appeal period has started. Transfer Station Hours— T he Transfer Station is open Monday and Thursday morning from 9:00 to 11:00, Wednesday and Friday afternoon from 1:30 to 5:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. As always, the Transfer Station is closed on Tuesday. Please remember that this is a pay-as-you-throw facility. Thank you for your support, and remember to be kind to one another, Marjorie E. Stratton, Town Administrator

Island Electric 846-2468 islndelt@juno.com

Repair and servicing of electric appliances, water heaters, water-pump systems, septic-pump systems, sump pumps, lamps and light fixtures. Installation and repair of electrical systems and components, including generator sales and service. Installation and repair of wiring for telephones, computers, televisions, and sound systems. Wiring of boats and marine facilities, such as docks and piers. Thanks for your business, and remember to support your local island businesses. Kim Boehm

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OCTOBER 2018 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR