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license may be used immediately upon issuance. Following the ceremony, the completed license must be returned within 15 working days for recording. Couples may also request to be married at the Town Office. I am available to perform a simple, quaint marriage ceremony. Please contact me in advance to ensure your needs can be accommodated and to schedule a date.

Regarding Dog Licenses , a new system was implemented in 2025 that allows residents to register their dog online. For more information, please refer to the Animal Control Officer page under the Public Safety section of this Town Report.

There have also been three updates related to Elections and Voting . First, as of September 24, 2025, the No Labels Party was disqualified at the party’s request. Second, the option to select “Other” on the Voter Registration Application has been eliminated; voters must choose from officially qualified parties or register as Unenrolled (no party affiliation). Third, changes to the Ongoing Absentee Voter Status took effect on December 31, 2025. Any qualified Maine voter may apply for ongoing absentee voter status, allowing them to automatically receive an absentee ballot for each election without submitting a request each time. Applications must be completed through the Town Office. On the following pages, you will find key statistics highlighting the work accomplished throughout the year in the Clerk’s Office. Thank you for placing your trust in me. I look forward to continuing to serve you in the year ahead. Warm Regards, Rebecca Charest ********************* If you should have any questions, please contact us at (207) 345-2871 or email… The Town Clerk, Rebecca Charest, at RCharest@MechanicFalls.org The Deputy Clerk, Barbara Morton at BMorton@MechanicFalls.org

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Rebecca with her dog, Penny.