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Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Well, At Least One Maine Town Is Thinking About Saving Money: PPH: Maine town considers dropping police department

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Damariscotta Town Manager Matt Lutkus says the department has five full-time officers, including the chief, plus several part-time positions.

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Maine town considers dropping police department

Lincoln County's sheriff says his department can provide Damariscotta the same coverage at less cost.

The Associated Press
DAMARISCOTTA — Officials in Damariscotta are weighing whether to eliminate the town police department and hand over law enforcement duties to the county sheriff.
Selectmen will meet Wednesday night to vote on a proposal from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Department to take over policing of the town.
Proponents say the move could save money.
Town Manager Matt Lutkus says the town's department with five fulltime officers, including the chief, plus several part-time positions, costs about $505,000 annually.

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Too Bad Lisbon Couldn't do the same and save several Millions of Dollars, but what is money when it is someone else paying for a Legacy of Corruption right Brooksy???