The Lisbon Reporter

WELCOME TO THE LISBON REPORTER. In an effort to keep our community informed of what is going on at local and Federal levels of government, we decided to create this on-line newspaper. It is our hope that this on-line newspaper will help you stay informed so that you can get involved and take action for the benefit of our ENTIRE community. Thank you for visiting and please check back frequently for information about what is happening in LISBON/LISBON FALLS, MAINE USA

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Thursday, July 2, 2015

Lewiston Auburn Rotary Guest‏ For July 23rd

LA Rotary to Welcome Maine State Music Theater Development Director July 23

Lewiston – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club have invited Barbara Whidden, Development Director of the Maine State Music Theater in Brunswick, as their guest speaker on Thursday, July 23. Whidden, a proud native Mainer from Old Orchard Beach, has been with Maine State Music Theatre for 10 years, 7 of those years in her current position. As the Development Director she is responsible for sponsorship, playbill ad sales, grants, donations to the theatre and special events. In her "free" time she serves as the bookkeeper for her husband's lobster wharf in Harpswell. Frequently she begins her day washing out bait barrels before going to her job at the theatre.

She is a member of the Bath Maine Rotary and serves on its board. Lewiston-Auburn Rotary members welcome guests every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.

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Thursday, June 18, 2015

FREE Flagship Flicks!‏

(Click on above to print a copy)

A summertime favorite continues! Once again our Lisbon School Department partners in education, Flagship Cinema, Auburn are offering FREE summer movies. Check out their schedule of flicks and show times. Enjoy!

Monica

Saturday, June 13, 2015

Lisbon Town Council Agenda June 16, 2015

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL

TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2015

LISBON TOWN OFFICE

7:00 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL
___Councilor Bickford ___ Councilor Brunelle ___ Councilor Crafts ___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt ___Councilor Metivier ___ Councilor Pesce
Town Clerk reading of meeting rules

3. GOOD NEWS & RECOGNITION

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS

5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

6. CONSENT AGENDA
2015-160 ORDER − A. Minutes of June 2, 2015
B. Minutes of June 8, 2015
C. Minutes of June 9, 2015

7. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES
2015-161 ORDER − Acceptance of the 2014 Jag/Byrne grant & use of forfeiture
2015-162 ORDER − Beaver Park Cabin Rental
2015-163 ORDER − Town Owned Land
2015-164 ORDER − Banner Policy
2015-165 ORDER − Permission to close streets for Moxie Festival
2015-166 ORDER − Dispatch Update
2015-167 ORDER − Set School Budget Referendum Date
2015-168 ORDER − County Charter
2015-169 ORDER − School Capital Reserve Request

8. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Town Manager's Report
B. School Budget Referendum Timeline

9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE NEW ITEMS

10. APPOINTMENTS
2015-170 ORDER − Planning Board Resignation Regular Member
2015-171 ORDER − Renewal Planning Board Regular Member
2015-172 ORDER − Renewal Library Governing Board (2)
2015-173 ORDER − Renewal Ethics Panel
2015-174 ORDER − Renewal Assessment Review Board (2)
2015-175 ORDER − Renewal Appeals Board

11. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS

12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
2015-176 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6)(A) Town Manager's Evaluation & Contract

13. ADJOURNMENT
2015-177 ORDER - To Adjourn

Thursday, June 4, 2015

Lisbon HS Students of the Qtr. 4‏

LISBON STUDENTS OF THE 4^thQUARTER ANNOUNCED BY PRINCIPAL GANNON

Lisbon High School (LHS) administrators and staff are pleased to recognize students for their excellent overall performance. Family members of the most recent student of the quarter awards were invited to attend the recognition.

Pictured (l-r): Freshman, Ben LeClair, son of Carol and Nathan LeClair of Lisbon; Sophomore, Silas Crosby, son of Theresa and Esau Crosby of Lisbon Falls; Junior, Darren Elwell, son of Wendy and Robert Elwell of Lisbon Falls; and Senior, Victoria Swan (not available for photo), daughter of Joddi-Lynn and Timothy Swan of Lisbon. Photo courtesy of Jonathan Carsley.

Lisbon – Lisbon High School, Principal Nicholas Gannon, announced the Students of the4^th Quarter during a school-wide assembly on Monday, June 1^st. Parents, grandparents, and siblings of the recipients were invited to the attend the assembly to congratulate students. Students are nominated by staff members for their community service, academics, co-curricular activities, sports participation, good citizenship and overall positive reflection of the student body.

Awards this Quarter were presented to Senior, Victoria Swan. “Victoria is self-motivated and interested in learning, not just for grades alone, but for the pleasure of understanding something new,” shares Principal Gannon. “As Jobs for Maine’s Graduates president, she has been a strong leader throughout the year. She is dedicated to our Career Association focused on leadership, community service and future aspirations in and out of the classroom. Victoria challenges herself by taking upper level and independent study courses. She is well respected by her peers, is a team player on and off the court/field, being a valuable member of both the field hockey and basketball teams.”

The Junior Student of the Quarter was awarded to Darren Elwell. “Darren consistently works hard and committed himself to Science Olympiad this year putting in many productive hours into his events. He assisted others on the team with their engineering projects,” shared Gannon. “Darren is a self-motivated team player and is polite, courteous and respectful to his peers and our staff.”

Silas Crosby was named the Sophomore Student of Quarter 4. “Silas is one of the hardest working students in his class. He has tutored peers struggling with math providing patience, understanding and reassurance,” commented Gannon. “Silas is a member of the cross country and track teams. He has been a member of the Community Service Junior Volunteer group since 2011. He served as Vice President of the group this year and earned the National Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Silas is a person who is a quality helper, a connected teammate, an involved student, and the potential to be a future community leader.”

Freshman Student of Quarter 4 was Benjamin LeClair. “Ben is a likeable, friendly, polite and respectful person to his peers and teachers,” comments Gannon. “He takes Honors level classes, plays baseball, is a valuable member of the Science Olympiad team and is a member of the Community Service Junior Volunteer group. He was also awarded the National Presidential Volunteer Service Award for his volunteering in school and the community. Ben is focused, hard-working and committed.”

Students are presented with a plaque, school supplies, a library pass and gift certificates from Lisbon’s partners in education, Dunkin’ Donuts and the YMCA in Auburn.

FMI on programs and events in Lisbon Schools call 754.001 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org. Visit the Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook for all the updates on events and programs in Lisbon Schools.

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Revised Town Council Agenda June 2, 2015

Hey Govnah Lepage, you should attend this meeting and be entertained, you'll never have a better opportunity!

Revised Agenda

Town Council

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Town Office

7:00 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL

___Councilor Bickford ___ Councilor Brunelle ___ Councilor Crafts ___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt ___Councilor Metivier ___ Councilor Pesce
Town Clerk reading of meeting rules

3. GOOD NEWS & RECOGNITION

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS − A. Moratorium Ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensary facilities

5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

6. CONSENT AGENDA
2015-135 ORDER − A. Sewer Commitment
B. Minutes of May 5, 2015
C. Minutes of May 19, 2015

7. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES
2015-136 ORDER − Request to prepare an RFP for Paving, Road Striping, Library Brick Repointing, & purchase of used 4x4 Pickup Truck
2015-137 ORDER − Request for disposition of town owned property
2015-138 ORDER − Sewer Department Mower
2015-139 ORDER − Beaver Park Trailer Expenditure
2015-140 ORDER − Acceptance of Utility Poles for the purpose of hanging banners
2015-141 ORDINANCE − Moratorium Ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensary facilities (Second Reading)
2015-142 ORDER − Schedule workshop for Ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensary facilities
2015-143 ORDINANCE − Lisbon Cemetery Committee (First Reading)
2015-144 ORDINANCE − Lisbon Cemetery Ordinance (First Reading)
2015-145 ORDINANCE − Itinerant Vendor Ordinance (First Reading)
2015-146 ORDINANCE − Fee Schedule (First Reading)
2015-147 ORDER − Renewal Itinerant/Mass Gathering Permit - Riverside Flea Market - James & Paulette Carville
2015-148 ORDER − Renewal Itinerant/Mass Gathering Permit - Positive Change Lisbon (PCL)
2015-149 ORDER − Detective Position
2015-150 ORDER − Treasurer's Turnover Audit
2015-151 ORDER − Policy & Procedures for the Fiscal Administration of School Accounts Payable and Payroll
2015-152 ORDER − Request to solicit bids for Pierce Apparatus
2015-152a ORDER ─ Treasurer’s Disbursement Warrants Council Designation

8. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Town Manager's Report
B. Atlantic Salmon Federation Upper Dam Report

9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE NEW ITEMS

10. APPOINTMENTS

11. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS

12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
2015-153 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6) (E) Consultations with legal counsel
2015-154 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6) (A) Personnel Matter - Town Manager's Contract

13. ADJOURNMENT
2015-155 ORDER - To Adjourn

Thursday, May 28, 2015

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Friday, May 15, 2015

Lisbon Town Council Agenda For Tuesday May 19th, 2015

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL

TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL
___Councilor Bickford ___ Councilor Brunelle ___ Councilor Crafts ___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt ___Councilor Metivier ___ Councilor Pesce
Town Clerk reading of meeting rules

3. GOOD NEWS & RECOGNITION

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS − A. Victualer License - Joseph Roy (Mobile Unit) Riverside Flea Market

5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

6. CONSENT AGENDA
2015-120 ORDER − A. Victualer & Itinerant Vendor Licenses - Joseph Roy (Mobile Unit) Riverside Flea Market
B. Renewal Itinerant/Mass Gathering Permit - Moxie Festival Committee
C. Renewal Victualers Licenses

7. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES
2015-121 ORDER − Health Insurance
2015-122 ORDER − Dental Insurance
2015-123 ORDINANCE − Moratorium Ordinance prohibiting marijuana dispensary facilities (First Reading)
2015-124 ORDER − School Capital Reserve Request
2015-125 ORDER − Article 21 School Warrant Article
2015-126 ORDER − 2015-2016 School Budget Warrant Articles
2015-127 ORDER − Set Registrar Hours and times to cast absentee ballots
2015-128 ORDER − School Budget Validation Referendum
2015-129 ORDER − Renewal Itinerant/Mass Gathering Permit - Riverside Flea Market - James & Paulette Carville
2015-130 ORDER − Renewal Itinerant/Mass Gathering Permit - Positive Change Lisbon (PCL)

8. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Town Manager's Report

9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE NEW ITEMS

10. APPOINTMENTS
2015-131 ORDER − Appoint Warden - Sheila Gray, Ward 1
2015-132 ORDER − Appoint Warden - Rick Roberts, Ward 2

11. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS

12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
2015-133 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6)(D) Labor negotiations

13. ADJOURNMENT
2015-134 ORDER - To Adjourn

Monday, April 27, 2015

Lisbon HS Art Show May 5‏

LISBON’S STUDENT ART SHOW MAY 5

LHS freshman, Anna Willey (at left) works with senior, Mataia Shane on the promotional flyers inviting students, staff and the community to attend the annual Art Show scheduled for Tuesday, May 5 at the LHS Campus, 2 Sugg Drive in Lisbon Falls. The Show is a free exhibit of students’ work and is open to the public. Exhibits will be featured in the library.

Lisbon - Lisbon High School’s Art Teachers, Pamela Ouellette and Jennifer Fox are proud to announce the 27^th Annual Student Art Show to be held on Tuesday, May 5^th, 2015. Over two hundred students will exhibit work in a wide range of media including clay, costume design, photography, collage, watercolor, pastel, pencil, and mixed media. Senior and advanced artists will be highlighted.

The art show will be held in the Lisbon High School library from 2:00-3:30pm and 6:00-8:00pm. Refreshments will be provided by SAAFE (Students Achieving A Functional Education), LHS cafeteria staff, and art students. The art students really look forward to this opportunity to show the results of their creative efforts. The Art show is FREE and open to the public. Over 300 people attended the opening last year, and we’re excited as we prepare for this year’s show!

FMI please contact Pamela Ouellette at pouellette@lisbonschoolsme.org or Jennifer Fox at jfox@lisbonschoolsme.org. FMI on other events and programs, partnerships in education or volunteer opportunities call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org The latest events and news can be found at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools on FaceBook.

Sunday, April 19, 2015

Agenda Town Council Meeting April 21, 2015 Town Office 7 P.M.

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2015

LISBON TOWN OFFICE

7:00 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL

___Councilor Bickford	___ Councilor Brunelle	___ Councilor Crafts	___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt	___Councilor Metivier	___ Councilor Pesce

Town Clerk reading of meeting rules

3. GOOD NEWS & RECOGNITION

4. PUBLIC HEARINGS

5. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

6. CONSENT AGENDA

2015-98 ORDER −	A. Minutes of April 7, 2015 - Budget Workshop
	B. Minutes of April 14, 2015
	C. Renewal Mobile Home Parks Licenses
	D. Renewal Liquor License - Angelo's Pizzeria & Restaurant

7. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES

2015-99 ORDER − FY- 13 Homeland Security Grant Supplemental Funds Acceptance & Use of Forfeiture Funds

2015-100 ORDER − FY - 13 Homeland Security Grant Supplemental Funds Acceptance

2015-101 ORDER − Commitment of Sewer Rates

2015-102 ORDER − School Budget Validation Referendum Warrant

2015-103 ORDINANCE − Ch. 70 Zoning Map & Sec. 70-531 Table of Land Uses (First Reading)

2015-104 ORDINANCE − Ch. 70 Sec. 70-115 Officers and duties (First Reading)

2015-105 ORDINANCE − Ch. 2 Administration Div. 2 Finance Committee (First Reading)

8. OTHER BUSINESS

A. Town Manager's Report

B. Update on Budget

C. Androscoggin River Trail Discussion

9. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE NEW ITEMS

10. APPOINTMENTS

2015-106 ORDER − Parks and Recreation Director

11. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS

12. EXECUTIVE SESSION

13. ADJOURNMENT

2015-107 ORDER - To Adjourn

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

To The Youth and Inexperienced in America. You All Act, most act as the proverbial saying goes, Young, Dumb, and Full of ,,er, inexperience. Here is a Lesson that should be taken seriously.

Keep your eyes open

this is something to think about!!!

See the Motorcycle?

How about now?

A picture is worth a thousand words.

The Honda rider was traveling at such a 'very high speed', his reaction time was not sufficient enough to avoid this accident. Swedish Police estimate a speed of ~250 KM/h (155 mph) before the bike hit the slow moving car side-on at an intersection. At that speed, they predicted that the rider's reaction time (once the vehicle came into view) wasn't sufficient enough for him to even apply the brakes. The car had two passengers and the bike rider was found INSIDE the car with them. The Volkswagen actually flipped over from the force of impact and landed 10 feet from where the collision took place.

All three involved (two in car and rider) were killed instantly. This graphic demonstration was placed at the Stockholm Motorcycle Fair by the Swedish Police and Road Safety Department. The sign above the display also noted that the rider had only recently obtained his license.

At 250 KM (155 mph) the operator is travelling at 227 feet per second. With normal reaction time to SEE-DECIDE-REACT of 1.6 seconds the above operator would have travelled over 363 feet while making a decision on what actions to take. In this incident the Swedish police indicate that no actions were taken.

In other words, they didn't even have time to say, 'Oh, S###!'
PLEASE PASS THIS ON TO EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST...
MIGHT SAVE A LIFE!

As Motorcycle season is fast upon up let's ALL be Pro-Active and help prevent anything like this form every occurring in our areas or anywhere else.

Submitted by: 'Gene'

Monday, April 13, 2015

Lisbon Hosts Artist Clint Fulkerson

LISBON COMMUNITY SCHOOL HOSTS ARTIST CLINT FULKERSON

Lisbon – Students and staff at Lisbon Community School, (LCS) hosted visiting artist, Clint Fulkerson of Portland, Maine on Wednesday, April 8. Fulkerson recently exhibited at the Portland Museum of Art, Endicott College, University of Maine Farmington, and other galleries in Maine and New York. Fulkerson spent the entire day on the elementary school campus located at 33 Mill Street in Lisbon.

The talented artist spent time talking with students in every grade level sharing his experiences as an artist, and what inspires him. Fulkerson worked with students to actively participate in creating drawings using tape on the gymnasium floor. The full day event concluded with a spectacular collaborative piece of artwork. The program was funded thanks to the generosity of the LCS Parent Teacher Organization.

Assistance throughout the day was provided by many members of the Lisbon Volunteer Program. FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education, and volunteer opportunities in Lisbon Schools call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org. Photos of Fulkerson’s visit may be found on FaceBook at Visiting Artist at Lisbon Community School and Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Lisbon HS Caron Completes Army Basic Training‏

LISBON GRADUATE COMPLETES ARMY BASIC TRAINING

Lisbon – Private Paula Nicole Caron, a graduate of Lisbon High Schools’ Class of 2014, and a member of the Lisbon Schools’ volunteer program, has graduated from The United States Army Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Pvt. Caron is a United States Army Reservist who completed the Motor Transport Operator (88m) Training at Fort Leonard Wood.

Private Caron is currently assigned to the 619^th Transportation Company located on Minot Avenue in Auburn, Maine. Caron recently met with LHS undergraduates and shared her military aspirations and goals. Caron recently completed a program assisting a second grade class at Lisbon Community School with a unit of studies relating to the Community provided by the Junior Achievement Program.

Private Caron is the daughter of George and Lisa Caron of Lisbon Falls. FMI on other events, programs, partnerships in education and volunteer opportunities, call 754.0021 or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org. The latest news and updates can be found on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools.

Friday, April 10, 2015

AGENDA TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2015

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2015

LISBON TOWN OFFICE 7:00 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL

___Councilor Bickford	___ Councilor Brunelle	___ Councilor Crafts	___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt	___Councilor Metivier	___ Councilor Pesce

3. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

4. CONSENT AGENDA

2015-95 ORDER − Minutes of April 7, 2015

5. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES

2015-96 ORDER − 2015-2016 Municipal Budget Schedule

6. ADJOURN

2015-97 ORDER − To Adjourn

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL Workshop

TUESDAY, April 14, 2015

LISBON Town Office

1. DEPARTMENT BUDGET DISCUSSIONS –

FINANCE, TAX/TOWN CLERK, TOWN MANAGER, CODES, ASSESSING, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOWN BUILDING, TECHNOLOGY, SEWER DEPARTMENT AND ALL OTHER MISCELLANEOUS DEPARTMENTS

2. ADJOURN

Friday, April 3, 2015

AGENDA TOWN COUNCIL MEETING & WORKSHOP TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015

AGENDA TOWN COUNCIL MEETING

TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015

LISBON TOWN OFFICE 7:00 P.M.

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE TO FLAG

2. ROLL CALL
___Councilor Bickford ___ Councilor Brunelle ___ Councilor Crafts ___ Councilor Garrison
___ Councilor Lunt ___Councilor Metivier ___ Councilor Pesce
Town Clerk reading of meeting rules

3. EXECUTIVE SESSION
2015-76 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6)(A) Personnel Matter - Finance Committee Appointments
2015-77 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6)(A) Personnel Matter
2015-78 ORDER − 1 MRSA § 405 (6)(C) Economic Development negotiations - Revolving Loan Fund

4. GOOD NEWS & RECOGNITION

5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant Program Application

6. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE FOR AGENDA ITEMS

7. CONSENT AGENDA
2015-79 ORDER − A. Minutes of March 17, 2015
B. Minutes of March 24, 2015
C. Minutes of March 31, 2015 (2)

8. COUNCIL ORDERS, RESOLUTIONS, & ORDINANCES
2015-80 ORDER − Public Works Garage Addition Bid Award
2015-81 ORDER − MDOT Project agreement modification (Androscoggin River Trail)
2015-82 ORDER − CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant Program Application
2015-83 ORDER − Longchamps & Sons, Inc. Abatement
2015-84 ORDER − Accept Forfeiture Disbursements
2015-85 ORDER − Approve Transfer of Snowmobile Reimbursement to the Recreation Reserve Account
2015-86 ORDER − Recreation Fee Schedule
2015-87 ORDER − Schedule Special Council Meeting for April 14, 2015
2015-88 ORDER − Finance Committee Discussion
2015-89 ORDER − Health Officer
2015-90 ORDER − Nominations for MMA Executive Committee
2015-91 RESOLUTION − 2015 Spirit of America Tribute

9. OTHER BUSINESS
A. Town Manager's Report

10. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION & RESPONSE NEW ITEMS

11. APPOINTMENTS
2015-92 ORDER − Finance Committee Resignations (2)
2015-93 ORDER − Finance Committee Appointments

12. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS

13. ADJOURNMENT
2015-94 ORDER - Adjourn to budget workshop

AGENDA

TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP

TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2015

LISBON TOWN OFFICE

1. DEPARTMENT BUDGET DISCUSSIONS - PUBLIC WORKS, SOLID WASTE, PARKS & RECREATION

2. ADJOURN

CORRECTED LHS Construction Delivery‏

TWO MAJOR DELIVERIES SCHEDULED FOR LISBON HS GYM WEEK OF APRIL 6

Lisbon – Superintendent Richard Green, of Lisbon School Department, has been informed there will be two major deliveries next week that will impact traffic flow on Route 196. The deliveries will occur on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8 starting approximately at 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Any questions regarding the impact of deliveries may be directed to the Lisbon Superintendent of Schools, 19 Gartley Street, Lisbon at 353.6711.

Thursday, April 2, 2015

LHS Construction Delivery‏ Traffic Impact

TWO MAJOR DELIVERIES SCHEDULED FOR LISBON HS GYM WEEK OF APRIL 6

Lisbon – Superintendent Richard Green, of Lisbon School Department, has been informed there will be two major deliveries next week that will impact traffic flow on Route 196.

The deliveries will occur on Tuesday, April 7 and Wednesday, April 8 starting approximately at 9 a.m.

Any questions regarding the impact of deliveries may be directed to the Lisbon Superintendent of Schools, 19 Gartley Street, Lisbon at 353.6711.

Monday, March 23, 2015

Lisbon Seuss Bulletin Board Winners‏

LISBON DR. SEUSS BULLETIN BOARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

Lisbon – One of the highlights of the annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration held at Lisbon Community School (LCS) on Friday, March 6, were the bulletin boards created by students and their teachers. “Grades pre-kindergarten through grade four participated,” shares Monica Millhime, Lisbon’s Community Resource Coordinator. “Teachers and students decided on themes, the layouts and the designs of their Dr. Seuss themed boards and were very excited to have completed their contest entry by the night of the event.”

Over 400 attendees were invited to tour the LCS campus prior to the featured guest readers to vote for their favorite display. “The energy was kinetic throughout the school leading up to the evening events. Students also had an opportunity to tour the displays and were quick to compliment the various participating classrooms. Entries featured some of the all-time favorite Seuss books and provided lessons in creativity, teamwork, strategic planning and the ability to meet deadlines.”

Ms. Jessica Swindlehurst, grade 1 teacher, featuring The Lorax

Miss Beth Gilbert, grade 1 teacher featuring Oh, the Places You’ll Go

Mrs. Phyllis St. Pierre, grade two class created The Shape of Me

Mrs. Deb Furrow’s kindergarten class featuring One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

The people’s choice for the best classrooms’ presentations were first place Ms. Jessica Swindlehurst, grade 1 teacher, featuring The Lorax; a tie for second place with Miss Beth Gilbert, grade 1 teacher featuring Oh, the Places You’ll Go; and Mrs. Phyllis St. Pierre, grade two class created The Shape of Me. Third place was Mrs. Deb Furrow’s kindergarten class featuring One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.

All classrooms received a certificate of participation and the winning classrooms received iTune gift cards thanks to the sponsorship provided by the LCS Parent Teacher Group. FMI on other events, programs or community partnerships in education or volunteering in Lisbon Schools, call 754.0021, or email mmillhime@lisbonschoolsme.org. Like us on FaceBook at Community Resource News in Lisbon Schools. Photos provided by Monica Millhime.

Tonight's Scheduled Finance Committee Meeting Has Once Again Been Cancelled

They keep waiting and postponing pretty soon budget season will be all over and the advisory in nature only financial advisers will have nothing to do!!!!!

Friday, March 20, 2015

Lisbon Parent Meeting Date Changed‏

LISBON HIGH SCHOOL PARENT MEETING DATE CHANGED

Lisbon – The Lisbon High School Parent Group Meeting originally scheduled for Monday, March 23 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the LHS school library, 2 Sugg Drive, Lisbon Falls. Directly following this meeting will by a Lisbon School Committee meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Office in Lisbon. The Parent Group meetings are typically held on the fourth Monday of the month, but will be on Wednesday for the March meeting only. The agenda is as follows:

AGENDA

1. Welcome

2. Revisiting the goals of the Parent Group

3. Parent-Teacher conferences evening meal

on Thursday, April 2

Any questions please contact LHS Principal, Nicholas Gannon, 353.3030.