TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA FOR NOVEMBER 15TH

MARK LUNT FOR TOWN COUNCIL

Tracey Chase to Share Bonney Staffing News at LA Rotary, December 1

 

Lewiston – Tracey Chase is a District Manager with Bonney Staffing Center, Inc. She has been with Bonney since 2008. She started out in the Lewiston location as part of a team of 3 and over the years that team has moved to Center street in Auburn 3 years ago and now they are a team of 10 Recruiters looking to add yet another staffing professional to her team because of the service growth and community involvement! She is now a District manager over 2 branches-Auburn and Windham with these 2 branches she has a staff of 13 that covers companies from Greene, to Gorham Me up through Hiram, and over to Rumford and over to North Conway NH. They staff for a wide variety of positions from Light industrial to office Day to Day to Direct Hire placements. She lives in Western Maine area however travels the Western/Central Maine area helping out companies and applicants where ever she can. She is an established innovator, committed to staying current with developments in the staffing industry. Her vision and management style are pleasantly pursuant and continually motivating and has provided tremendous growth opportunities for many area business and employees. Tracey provides an impressive track record for staff tenure, industry credentials, education and human resource experiences.  FMI on future Rotary programs contact Chair, Monica Millhime, 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

Bill Grant to Share Maine Adult Education News at LA Rotary, December 8

 

 

Lewiston – Bill Grant has been working in Maine Adult Education since 2006.  While working on his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, he became the Assistant Director of Lewiston Adult Education. In this capacity, Bill helped to implement workforce programming.  In 2013, he became the Director of Auburn Adult & Community Education, where he spent three years building academic, workforce and enrichment programs.  Bill has also worked closely with various businesses and local agencies, particularly around implementing the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.  In February of 2016, Bill became the Director of both Lewiston and Auburn’s Adult Education programs with a focus on enhancing the services Adult Education offers to our L/A Community. 

 

FMI on future Rotary programs contact Chair, Monica Millhime, 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

Diane Dostie Featured Speaker Auburn Rotary 11.9

 

 

Auburn - Diane Dostie will be presenting at the Auburn/Lewiston Rotary Meeting on Wednesday, November 9^th .  The group meets at the 7:15AM at the  United  Methodist Church on 439 Park Avenue, Auburn.

 

Diane Dostie serves as Dean of Corporate & Community Services at Central Maine Community College.  She has over twenty-five years of experience developing partnerships and implementing professional development and training programs for companies in Central/Western Maine.  She was instrumental in obtaining two National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education grants to develop advanced machining curriculum. She recently received a million dollar grant from the Gene Haas Foundation, $1,595,000 from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration and $250,000 from the Northern Border Regional Commission to fund the renovation and expansion of the precision machining lab.  Under her leadership Central Maine Community College has become a Haas Technical Education Center offering classes impacting manufacturing education nationwide.  Additional information on the grant available at http://www.cmcc.edu/CampusLife/NEWS/CampusNews/CMCCEarnsMillionDollarHaasFoundationGrant#.WBo3NdL2ZaQ  FMI contact Auburn Rotary Program Chair, Pete Preble at jeff.preble@wright-pierce.com

GOVERNOR LEPAGE TO SPEAK AT TOMORROW'S MEETING

Good Morning,

 

Late yesterday afternoon, a request came in from Governor LePage's office asking if he could come speak at our Lewiston-Auburn Rotary lunch tomorrow at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston from noon to 1 p.m. The request stated:

 

"The Governor is seeking opportunities to educate business organizations about the impacts the referendum questions could have on the Maine economy."

 

After speaking with the Ramada, they are able to accommodate this request, and we are pleased to welcome the Governor.  

 

We hope that you can join us for this special guest lunch.

 

Monica

 

Monica M. Millhime

Employment & Training Business Specialist

CROOKED DEALINGS

 

 

Pictured:  Greg Boyd, (at left) Alternative Manufacturing Inc., President and CEO; along with Linda Roberts (far right) a Career Center Consultant with the Maine Department of Labor at the Lewiston CareerCenter, congratulate On-the-Job Training Candidates David Bennett and Noah Spargo on their successful completion of the program. Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Lewiston – Western Maine Community Action (WMCA), a partner with the Lewiston and Augusta CareerCenters, and Alternative Manufacturing Inc., (AMI) in Winthrop, recently formed a partnership to offer an On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program. 

“Aligning our training with assistance from our partners at the CareerCenter was extremely beneficial.”  shares Boyd.  AMI is appreciative of the support provided by the Maine Department of Labor for their assistance in helping us recruit and successfully bringing on additional staff to help us meet our growing customer demand.”

WMCA provides grant funding to qualified candidates to enter into a training program supported by various businesses in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and more.  An on-the-job training is an incentive based program.  Training is provided by an employer to a paid employee engaged in productive work resulting in knowledge or skills essential to full and adequate performance of the job.  Partnerships are developed through a contract in the public, private non-profit or private sector.  Employers are reimbursed up to 50% of trainee’s wage during the program duration.  “Through the grant WMCA provides services to people in Androscoggin, Franklin, Kennebec, Oxford and Somerset Counties,” shares Patti Saarinen, WMCA Program Site Coordinator in Lewiston.  “Many of our services are designed for low to moderate income people and dislocated workers.  Some services are available regardless of income.”  FMI visit http://www.mainecareercenter.com/ for the location of the nearest CareerCenter or call 753.9040, or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

Mary LaFontaine Featured Guest Speaker 11.03 at LA Rotary

 

 

Lewiston - On Thursday, November 3, Mary Kozicki LaFontaine, will be the featured guest speaker of Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  LaFontaine, Regional Director of the Southern CareerCenters, has twenty six years’ experience in the private and public sectors; prior to her current position she managed the Lewiston CareerCenter.    She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and a Masters in Adult Education from the University of Southern Maine.  In addition, she teaches at USM-LAC, is Vice Chair of the Central Maine Human Resources Association, Chair of the College for ME-Androscoggin Board of Directors, and is a member of the New Mainers Community Collaboration, and the LA Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors through which she co-chairs the Workforce Development and Education Committee.  She recently served as an Auburn City Councilor for two terms and served one-term on the Auburn School Committee.  She has also recently served on the Auburn Public Library Board of Trustees. On a personal note, Mary resides in Auburn, is married to Richard, and has four adult children and 9 grandchildren.

 

FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

 

Peter Brown Featured Guest Speaker 10.27 at LA Rotary

 

Lewiston - On Thursday, October 27, Peter Brown, will be the featured guest speaker of Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  Brown is the Operations Manager of The Strainrite Companies, a leading manufacturer of world class filtration products.  Since 1978, The Strainrite Companies, headquartered in Auburn, with additional locations in Michigan and California, has been designing and manufacturing filtration products for customers worldwide.  The combined capabilities and approvals in automotive coatings, pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food and beverage, adhesives, plating, oil & gas, ink & chemical industries makes Strainrite a great choice for your filtration partner.  “Strainrite is a family owned company,” shares Brown, “that develops and maintains long-term, strategic relationships with clients in order to deliver innovative real time solutions.  In addition, Strainrite operates consistent with its Core Values:  People are our most important asset and we must recognize and respect the personal worth of every person. Through the utilization of technology and innovation, we will provide products and services that improve the quality of life.  We must make a reasonable profit.  We operate as responsible citizens of the environment and the general community we live in.”   FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

 

Town Council Agenda - October 4, 2016

 

 

Nate Miller Featured Guest Speaker 10.13 at LA Rotary

 

 

 

Lewiston - On Thursday, October 13,  Nate Miller, will be the featured guest speaker of Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  Miller is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) in the State of Maine.  He studied social work and psychology at the University of Maine at Farmington, Oxford Brooks University and the University of New England.  He has over 15 years of experience in social work, mostly working in aging and disability services in facilities and communities throughout Maine.  He is a Savvy Caregiver Trainer and a Tai Chi Instructor.  He is currently the Aging and Disability Resource Center Manager at SeniorsPlus, the Area Agency on Aging for Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin counties.  Nate has a special interest in, and passion for, improving our health care system by addressing socio-economic determinants of health.  His work has been featured by the Tri State Collaborative on Aging and Maine Quality Counts.  He lives in Hebron with his wife Danielle and his 8 y/o daughter Ruby.

FMI on future Rotary speakers call 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

Greg Boyd Featured Guest Speaker 10.6 at LA Rotary

 

 

Lewiston - On Thursday, October 6 veteran Rotarian, Greg Boyd, will be the featured guest speaker of Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  Boyd is President and CEO of Alternative Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI) in Winthrop.   The company was founded in 1989, and is 100% employee-owned.  AMI provides a wide range of electronics manufacturing and support services to original equipment manufacturers across a diverse range of high-tech industries throughout the Northeastern U.S. and Canada.  From printed circuit board and wire harness production to product assembly, packaging and distribution, AMI’s ISO-9001 registered and UL-certified operations supply contract electronic manufacturing solutions that are custom crafted for both Fortune-1000 and start-up companies alike.  AMI’s Maine-based facilities and workforce of dedicated employee-owners enable an operation that responds and adapts quickly to customer needs for new product introduction, engineering design changes and fulfillment.  AMI offers transparent, competitive pricing and builds partnerships with customers that contribute to long-term success. The company’s work can be found worldwide in building security systems, solar energy equipment, aircraft instrumentation, industrial laser controls, LED lighting, industrial weather stations, and a host of emerging products from high-tech startups.  FMI on future Rotary speakers call 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

Certified Nurses’ Aides Welcomed at Lakewood

Pictured (l-r):  Celynn Smyth; Chris Miller, R. N., Classroom Instructor; Camile Carter; Jordyn Carter; Madison Lawrence; Jennifer Bennett; Renee Dyer; Heather King; Leandra McAfee; Megan Sherburne; Jennifer Weston; Shannon Lockwood, Administrator; Melanie Morn, R. N., Clinical Instructor; Kathleen Lewia, Profession Development Instructor; and Linda Roberts, Lewiston CareerCenter, Maine Department of Labor.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime

 

Lewiston – Eleven local students graduated as Certified Nurses’ Aides at Lakewood Continuing Care Center in Waterville on Wednesday, August 17.  The outside pinning ceremony was held at the facility with  family, friends, administrators, teachers, and community partners in attendance.  Students successfully completed a collaborative program of Ready2Work provided by Lawrence Adult Education and an On-the-Job Training Program (OJT) through grant funding provided by Western Maine Community Action and the Lewiston/Augusta CareerCenters.  OJT is an incentive based program providing 50% of a trainee’s wages during the duration of the program.  Students are empowered with the skills and knowledge essential to the specific job field.

 

“This is grant funding was very well spent.  Our new team members are vibrant and so well prepared” shares Shannon Lockwood, Lakewood Administrator.  “Each person made a very important life decision when they committed to this program.  We are so proud of them and can’t wait to see what they accomplish!”

 

FYI on work-driven educational training opportunities and partnerships, contact the nearest CareerCenter or email monica.millhime@maine.gov.

 

VETERANS HELPING VETERANS

 

Lewiston – Lewiston CareerCenter’s retired Veterans Richard Kowalczyk (left), and colleague, Mark Cater, review plans for the upcoming Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign. The official kick-off date is Thursday, September 1 at the Augusta Armory, 179 Western Avenue.  Opening remarks are scheduled to start promptly at 8:30 a.m.   Kowalczyk is a Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Representative, and Cater is the Local Veterans Employment Representative.  Both representatives assist Veterans throughout Maine.  Currently they are working with the U. S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs, and other sponsors to provide support for employers to expand the hiring of Veterans.   The event will feature a network of state and federal agencies, recruiting resources, and non-profit connections.  The goal of the 2016 Campaign is to hire 100 Veterans in 100 days.  FMI on joining the campaign to hire more Veterans contact Steven Roy, Campaign Coordinator, 624.5156 or visit MaineHireAVet.DOL@maine.gov.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

Tahlia Chamberlain to Share Androscoggin Literacy News at LA Rotary, September 1

 

Lewiston – Tahlia Chamberlain from Androscoggin Literacy Volunteers, will be the featured guest speaker of the Lewiston Auburn Rotary on Thursday, September 1 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, Lewiston.  Chamberlain is a lifelong Mainer and over-the-top fan of her three large dogs and her husband, Norm. Since graduating from the University of Southern Maine in 1985, she has worn many hats as social worker, teacher, and program manager, and has had the privilege of working with thousands of people, from tots to teens, disabled adults and college students. In 1996, she became the first paid employee of Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin and quickly developed a passion for empowering adults through education. Twenty years later, the courage and tenacity of adult students and their volunteer tutors continue to inspire her.  FMI on future Rotary programs contact Chair, Monica Millhime, 753.9040 or email monica.millhime@maine.gov. 

 

2017 Lisbon Tax Commitment

Taxes were committed on July 26, 2016 for the FY17 that begins on July 1, 2016 and ends on June 30, 2017.  The new milrate is $22.40 per $1,000 of assessed value.  This is a decrease of $1.19 from the FY 16 milrate of $23.59.

Homeowners who have applied for a Homestead exemptions will see a $15,000 deduction from their assessed value.  Also, all other exemptions will be at 100% due to the revaluation.  All taxes are assessed as of April 1^st of each year and taxes are committed and bills will be sent to the property owner of record on that date.  For those taxpayers who sold their property after April 1^st, they will need to provide the new owner a copy of the tax bill.   Bills are scheduled to be mailed on Wednesday, August 3^rd.

 

SUBMITTED BY:  MRS. DIANE BARNES, LISBON TOWN MANAGER