TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA -FEBRUARY 20, 2018

LOCAL GENDER DISCRIMINATION

Gender discrimination is alive and well at the Portland Trader Joe's.

Gender discrimination is alive and well at the Portland Trader Joe's. 

If you are a man you will not feel welcomed at this Trader Joe's.

Unlike the women's room, the men's restroom is under lock and key and if you need relief you will have to search the store for someone with the special code to unlock the men's bathroom.

I called the store and asked the manager (Kammie) about this blatant gender discrimination and she said it was for the safety of the shoppers as if Men are not shoppers at her store. She implied that men are nasty perpetrators that the real shoppers (women) need to be protected from.

If you are a man, a father or veteran I would not encourage you to put yourself through the discrimination you will find at the Portland Trader Joe's

Sincerely
Joe Hill

Lisbon Planning Board Meeting

 

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Lisbon Holiday Closing

 

Please note that Monday, February 19, is President’s Day.  All Town Offices will be closed all day.  We will be open as usual on Tuesday.  

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L/A ROTARY LUNCH CLUB TO WELCOME JONATHAN CARSLEY MARCH 29

Auburn - On Thursday, March 29, from noon to 1:00 p.m. at The Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn, Jonathan Carsley, will be the featured guest speaker of the L-A Rotary Lunch Club.  Carsley is the music director at Lisbon High School and the director of the grade 4-5 Beginning Band at the Lisbon Community School. Previously he taught general music and chorus at both the Lisbon Community School and the Philip W. Sugg Middle School. He completed his bachelors degree in Music Education with a concentration in Instrumental Music from the University of Southern Maine School of Music. He studied clarinet with Dr. Thomas Parchman, Principal Clarinetist in the Portland Symphony Orchestra and Oboe with Neil Boyer, Principal Oboist in the PSO (retired). While at USM he had the privilege of playing clarinet under the baton of Professor Emeritus Dr. Peter Martin and singing in the University Chorale and Chamber Singers with Professor Emeritus Dr. Robert Russell. During his undergraduate studies he auditioned for and was excepted into the Intercollegiate Band, and participated in two European Tours with the University Chamber Singers. He also worked guest conductors Anthony Maiello, Eugene Corporon, Jack Stamp, Doreen Rao, and Daniel Pinkham.  He attended the prestigious Hartt School of Music in West Hartford, Connecticut and earned a masters degree in Music Education with a concentration in Pedagogy and Kodály. In conjunction with his degree program Carsley attended the Hartt Summer Kodály Institution where he received his Kodály Level III Certification. He is greatly indebted to his mentors Dr. John Feierabend, Victoria Lebel, Jeffrey Rhone, Dr. Edward Bolkovac, Dr. T. Clark Saunders, Dr. Dee Hanson, Dr. Kenneth Nott, and Michael Schiano.  Carsley lives in Lewiston with his wife, Dorothy, and daughter Ava. In addition to making music with his students Carsley enjoys working in his garden, cooking for friends and family, and photography. Reservations are not required at the luncheon.  FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact President and Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Events and other club information are posted at www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.

LISBON Public Hearing Notice

 

Amendments to Ordinances

Notice is hereby given that the Lisbon Town Council intends to hold a public hearing on February 20, 2018 at 7:00 PM in the Town Office Meeting room to hear comments on the following proposed changes:
a. Amendments to Chapter 10 Article IV Intinerant Vendor Ordinance
b. Amendments to Chapter 50 Building & Buildings Regulations
c. Amendments to Chapter 30 Article III Park Regulations Section 88-5 Special Regulations
d. Amendments to Chapter 46 Article VI Street Lighting Sections 46-147
e. And to Repeal Chapter 50 Article II Division 1 Section 50-45 Winter Parking
Copies of these amendments may be viewed or obtained at the Town Clerk's Office, 300 Lisbon Street, Lisbon or online at www.lisbonme.org. 

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Water Commisioner Meeting Schedule Change

 

The Lisbon Water Department Commissioners’ Meeting has been rescheduled to  Thursday, February 15, 2017 at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers in the Lisbon Town Hall. 

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L-A ROTARY CLUB TO WELCOME JOHN NEWLIN & THEDA LYDEN MARCH 22

Auburn - On Thursday, March 22, from noon to 1:00 p.m. at The Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn, John Newlin and Theda Lyden, will be the featured guest speakers at the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club.  Newlin is co-founder and executive director of Growing to Give, For the past few years, Newlin has been focused on diversifying operations and expanding the use of climate-friendly methods at Scatter Good Farm, where he lives with his family. In addition, he is the board chair of Unity College, senior advisor at Re-Fridge, and a climate advocate trainer with Citizens’ Climate Lobby. Previously, Newlin worked 30 years in Maine as a high school teacher, school reform coach, facilitator, and nonprofit director, including a long period with the Great Schools Partnership, and more recently as executive director of MICDL, located at USM's Lewiston-Auburn College.

 

Theda Lyden is co-founder and farm manager of Growing to Give, a non-profit that grows organic vegetables at Scatter Good Farm in Brunswick, and donates the produce to local people facing food insecurity through partner food banks and pantries. As farm manager, Lyden plans and oversees all growing and harvesting activities. A long-time resident of Greene, she is a Master Gardener and ceramic artist. Previously, she operated her own farmers market business, Dig it Farm, selling certified organic herbs, flowers and perennials at the Portland Farmers Market. She also worked many years as the executive chef at the award-winning Harraseeket Inn in Freeport, Maine. As a chef, Lyden was instrumental in building partnerships with local farmers and growers, with an emphasis on organic and all-natural local food.  Reservations are not required at the luncheon.  FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact President and Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Events and other club information are posted at www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.

L-A ROTARY CLUB SUPPORTS ALZHEIMER ASSOCIATION OF MAINE

 

 

Auburn – On behalf of Lewiston-Auburn Lunch Club Rotarians, President Monica Millhime (second from LEFT), along with Belinda Valee, and Rotarians Cheryl McKeone and Tom MacDonald presented a $2,000 check to Peter Baker (pictured center), from the Alzheimer's Association Maine Chapter.   “Thank you for your $2,000 contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, shares Laurie Trenholm, Executive Director.  “Your support will provide immediate assistance to the people in Maine affected by Alzheimer’s disease, their families and caregivers.”  The donation was made possible through the successful sales and support of the Rotary Community Cookbook. Fellow first year Rotarian, Lorraine Bard, championed and complied the cookbook on behalf of our Club.  Unfortunately, she unavailable for the presentation.  “On behalf of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club, we wish to express our gratitude to all of our past and present Rotarians, families and friends who shared their culinary delights,” shared Millhime.  “Our heart and thoughts go out to those afflicted with this debilitating disease and hope a cure will be discovered soon.”  A limited number of cookbooks are still available at two convenient locations in Auburn at Ann's Flower Shop, 36 Millet Drive, Auburn and The Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn.  Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 helpline is 800.272.3900.  The L- A Rotary Club meets every Thursday at the Village Inn, Auburn from noon to 1 p.m. Reservations are not required at the luncheon.  FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact President and Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Events and other club information are posted at www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.

Lisbon Planning Board - Site Visit

 

Rusty Lantern - 689 Lisbon Street, Lisbon Falls

February 22, 2018 from 6:00 - 6:30 PM

 

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WHERE IS THE MONEY?????????????

After review Tuesday’s Town Council meeting, I am wondering where the Town Council is going to find $127,884.46 for next year to bailout Lisbon Emergency, Inc.  The Town Council vote 6-0 to supplement the failing Lisbon Emergency, Inc. with taxpayer dollars.

It is truly amazing how easily the Town Council votes to appropriate $127,884.46 of our tax dollars without a bat of the eye.  The Town Council DID NOT look for all the alternatives available before coming to this decision.  A suggestion was made to have the Town contract the hospitals DIRECTly showing them the impact of losing Lisbon Emergency would have on the community.  The Town Council did not even look into this option.

This is a lot like when the Town Council had an opportunity to save the taxpayers roughly $200,000.00 of tax dollars by closing the Lisbon Communication Center.  So every year, taxpayers are paying roughly $200,000.00 tax dollars for keeping the Lisbon Communication Center open instead of letting Androscoggin Country Dispatch perform the same task.  Androscoggin Country Dispatch has the personnel to assign an Emergency Medical Code (EMC) telling Emergency Medical Technicians/Paramedics the situation before they arrive.  This ensures the EMT/Paramedics have everything they need to respond improving the chances of survival.

The members of the Town Council that approved spending our tax dollars when they did not have too were:   Allen Ward, Dale Crafts, Chris Brunelle and Norman Albert.  Dale Craft is no longer on the Town Council but Fern LaRochelle, who lobbied for keeping the Lisbon Communication Center open has taken his place.  However, Mr. LaRochelle should not be able to vote because he is a sub-contractor of the town directly working with the Lisbon Communication Center.  I do realize that in the Town of Lisbon there is no such thing as a “conflict of interest” so the taxpayers will continue to pay roughly $200,000.00 tax dollars when they do not have too.

So when you waste roughly $200,000.00 tax dollars and you add $127,884.46 for next year; how will this impact your taxes?

Larry Fillmore

Town Council Workshop - February 13, 2018

 

Workshop - Sewer Ordinance & MS4 Discussion

February 13, 2018 at 6:00 PM

 

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SCHOOL COMMITTEE AGENDA - FEBRUARY 12, 2018

L-A ROTARY CLUB SUPPORT END TO POLIO

Auburn - Lewiston – Auburn Rotary Lunch Club members Cheryl McKeone and Don Grant, along with members Joanne Bollinger, Giselle St. Amand, Jim and Monica Millhime, and Pete Preble and other members of the Auburn – Lewiston Rotary Breakfast Club held a joint fundraising event at Gritty’s in Auburn benefiting Rotary International’s efforts to End Polio Now. The event raised $478.50 through door prizes, raffle tickets and other donations benefiting the Rotary Plus Foundation  “Rotary, along with support through fundraiser endeavors with local community partners, and weekly contributions from Rotarians, polio cases have been reduced by 99.9% worldwide since Rotary’s first project to vaccinate children in the Philippines in 1979,” shares L-A Rotary President, Monica Millhime.   “The goal of Rotarians world-wide is to continue raising awareness and supporting eradicating polio with local, state and global efforts to make a difference by impacting and protecting children against polio.”  L-A Rotary Lunch Club meets every Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. at The Village Inn, Auburn.  A-L Rotary Breakfast Club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at the Auburn United Methodist Church.  FMI visit https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/ and www.auburn-lewistonrotary.org.  Visiting Rotarians and community guests are welcome.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime. 

L-A ROTARY CLUB - GIFT OF FOOD

Auburn – Thanks to donations from members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club, and a community partnership with Hannaford's, 47 Washburn School students and their families received the Gift of Food.  “The program is one the many projects planned by our Club members this year,” shares President Monica Millhime. “Throughout this year our focus has been dedicated to providing assistance to children, community and international projects, supporting the Humane Society, promoting literacy, honoring and assisting seniors and Veterans while building fellowship.”  Delivery of the donations was provided by Rotarians Jim Millhime, Lorraine and Roger Bard, Washburn Principal Andrew Bard, Rhonda and Ray Martel and Phil Vampatella.  L-A Rotary Lunch Club meets every Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. at The Village Inn, Auburn.  FMI visit https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.  Visiting Rotarians and community guests are always welcome.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime. 

L-A ROTARY CLUB GIFT OF SONG

 

 

Auburn – The Gift of Song provided by Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club Carolers to residents of Schooner Estate during the holidays was a magical.  “The sounds of the season came alive with original radiations of holiday classics with fellowship and fun,” shared Club President, Monica Millhime. “Throughout this year, we want to recognize and appreciate the seniors in our community.”  Rotarians were grateful for the efforts of Jonathan Pollock, music teacher in Lisbon Schools to share his talents on guitar, and Joanne Bollinger with her angelic voice of leading the group throughout the performance.  Pictured (l-r, row 1 kneeling): Isaac and Ave Thorndike, Monique Roy, Peyton Wright, Lily Pollock.  Row 2:  Lorraine Bard, Giselle St. Amand, Sylvia Plourde, Morgan Thorndike, Joanne Bollinger, Jim Millhime, Claire Veilleux.  Row 3:  Monica Millhime, Phil Vampatella, Mike Kirk, Tim Verrill, Tom MacDonald, Bethel Shields, Erin Pollock, Gabriel Pollock, Wendy Russell, Shawn Wright and Jonathan Pollock.  “Thank you so much for having us on your list of places to play,” commented Mark Prevost, Resident Services Director for Schooner Estates.  “I heard so many great comments about the Rotary Club’s show here at Schooner Estates. The Tenants all said what an enjoyable evening it was. They all said your group had lots of fun and spirit in them and it showed.  Please keep us in mind in the future.”  L-A Rotary Lunch Club meets every Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. at The Village Inn, Auburn.  FMI visit https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.  Visiting Rotarians and community guests are always welcome. 

L-A ROTARY CLUB -GIFT OF SHARING

 

Lewiston – Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club members partnered with the Lewiston Police Department to support a local family needing assistance through a Gift of Sharing program.  Pictured Officer Joseph Philippon, along with Rotarian, Lorraine Bard, collected the generous contributions provided by Rotary members.  Items included several items for the family including a hand-crafted baby blanket pad.  “Rotarians motto is Service Above Self,” shares Club President, Monica Millhime.  “It never ceases to amaze me when a request for assistance is shared, Rotarians respond.  Our members truly are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, each and every day by creating possible ripples in the lives of others.”  L-A Rotary Lunch Club meets every Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. at The Village Inn, Auburn.  FMI visit https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.  Visiting Rotarians and community guests are always welcome.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime.

L-A Rotary Club Gift of Life

 

Photo caption please note:  Nancy’s last name is Richard, not Brown.  Sorry for any inconvenience.

 

 

Photo caption:  The Gift of Life project sponsoring a local blood drive by members of the local Rotary Clubs provided a much needed collection of donations for the American Red Cross.  Pictured (back row left to right) Monica Millhime, President of the L-A Rotary Lunch Club; Nancy Brown, A-L Rotary Breakfast Club; (seated left to right) L-A Rotarians Christine Wilson and Mac McPeake.

 

Lewiston – Joint efforts from members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club and Auburn-Lewiston Rotary Breakfast Club in partnership with the Lewiston CareerCenter to sponsor a Gift of Life blood drive with the Red Cross was a huge success.  Fifteen donors participated breaking the CareerCenter record of eight previously. Christine Wilson, Mac McPeake and Lorraine Bard assisted with the event welcoming donors at the registration desk. “I am pleased to report that even as it came down to the wire, 15 units of blood were collected at your drive,” shared April Caron, Business Development Manager, American Red Cross.  “As some of you may know, each unit of blood collected helps up to three patients in need – that means your donors helped save the lives of 45 people!

Thank you for all that you did to make the drive such an enjoyable experience.  From the wonderful volunteers at registration, to the amazing catered lunch and opportunity to meet your members, it was a great day.”  L-A Rotary Lunch Club meets every Thursday, noon to 1 p.m. at The Village Inn, Auburn.  A-L Rotary Breakfast Club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at the Auburn United Methodist Church.  FMI visit https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/ and www.auburn-lewistonrotary.org.  Visiting Rotarians and community guests are welcome. 

 

Workforce Development Survey - Maine Development Foundation

 

From Lisbon's Economic & Community Development Office:
Because Lisbon is a Downtown Main Street Network Community, I wanted to send the survey below out to our business industry in Lisbon from the Maine Development Foundation. 
Thank you
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The Maine Development Foundation, Maine State Chamber of Commerce, and Educate Maine are partnering on a business survey to identify the investments and policies that are needed to support the strengthening of our workforce as well as long-term economic growth in the state. This survey is a follow-up to the Making Maine Work survey that was conducted in 2010 with more than 1,000 business leaders. We look forward to seeing how far we’ve come in meeting the needs expressed eight years ago.

Based on the findings from the survey and review of existing conditions and policies, the group will articulate a common vision and develop a set of goals with specific action steps to move Maine forward. The call to action will be used to shape the upcoming gubernatorial election.

We are inviting you to complete this survey and share your thoughts on the key issues impacting economic growth in Maine.

You may have received this invitation from more than one source. PLEASE COMPLETE THE SURVEY ONLY ONCE, so that we do not double count responses. We appreciate your understanding of any cross-posting.

The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. Please respond by February 14, 2018.
 Start the survey by clicking on this link:  Maine Business Survey

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LISBON ANNOUNCEMENT

Lisbon Town Office, MTM Center, Transfer Station, and Library will be closing at noon, February 7, 2018.

 

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LISBON PARKING BAN

 

A parking ban has been issued from 10:00am Wednesday February 7, 2018 until 7:00am Thursday February 8, 2018.

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TREE STREET YOUTH GRANT

 

 

Photo caption:  L-A Rotary Lunch Club President, Monica Millhime (second from left) is assisted by fellow Rotarian, Ray Martel with the presentation of the Club’s $4,500 grant check to Tree Street Youth Executive Director, Julia Sleeper and Operations Manager, Kim Sullivan.  Photo courtesy of Jacki Majerus-Collins.

 

Auburn – One of the 2017-2018 goals of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club was to provide laptops and iPads to Tree Street Youth program(TSY) located at 144 Howe Street.  “Providing financial assistance to TSY aligns with our Club’s mission and focus on Literacy”, shares L-A Rotary Lunch Club President, Monica Millhime.  “The new technology will provide community support to the programs currently offered at Tree and will strengthen their capacity to continue providing basic education, literacy and technology skill sets.  We are delighted to be able to provide the partnership and resources enabling students to write college essays, research career paths, apply for jobs and complete other necessary tasks to pursue college and careers.”  Since 2011, TSY has served over 800 youth. Seventeen different languages are spoken including Arabic, French, Spanish, Somali and Swahili.  “Providing education along with technology tools offer students the ability to embrace and accept an opportunity to be more literate in a changing, demanding world and develops leadership, accountability and life skills to be successful,” according to Millhime.  Rotary members meet weekly from noon to 1 p.m. at the Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn.  FMI on program and events call 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Weekly updates are posted on Facebook:  https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/

 

Public Comment Wanted on Lisbon Emergency Services & Funding

 

The Council is seeking public input on Lisbon Emergency Services & Funding on Tuesday February 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Please join us!

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LISBON EMERGENCY, INC

 

On the Town Council agenda for Tuesday night is the Lisbon Emergency – Level Service/Funding.  The Town Council appointed Councilors Norm Albert and Mark Lunt to form a sub-committee to evaluate ALL options pertaining to Lisbon Emergency, Inc.

 

This sub-committee has met several times and the Town sent out a Request for Procurement (RFP).  However, this was only one option reviewed.  Other options were to supplement the failing Lisbon Emergency, Inc. with taxpayer’s dollars in the amounts below:

 

FY                      TOTAL CHARGES                LISBON SHARE       BOWDOIN SHARE

2018-2019        $162,152.78                       $127,884.46           $34,267.92

2019-2020        $187,762.90                        $149,172.84           $39,590.06

2020-2021         $251,354.03                        $199,245.74          $52,108.29

 

Other options presented was has Lisbon Fire Department take over this responsibility and not doing anything.

 

However, the sub-committee had another suggestion to review and ignored it completely.  The option was to ask the two hospital’s (St Mary and CMMC), who own United Ambulance, for assistance.  The option was for the TOWN to DIRECTLY communicate with the hospitals and this was ignored.  I do not understand how the Town Council can consider this agenda item without first having ALL options evaluated before a vote.

 

I also do not understand why this situation has NOT been brought to the attention of the people of Lisbon.  A situation this serious should have the input of all citizens and NOT just at a Public Hearing.  The Public Hearing will be the first time the people have been notified.  There are no videos of the sub-committee meetings so the people have no clue what is going on.  This is typical for the Town of Lisbon; asking the people to speak on issues without knowing all the fact first.  This is the method used to reduce town involvement by the people and to ensure the town gets the results they want.

 

At no time has anyone mentioned how they plan to pay to supplement Lisbon Emergency, Inc. 

 

Larry Fillmore

TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA - FEBRUARY 6, 2018

PLANNING BOARD AGENDA - FEBRUARY 8, 2018

L-A ROTARY CLUB PRESENT GRANT FUNDS TO SEARCH PROGRAM

 

 

Photo caption:  L-A Rotary Lunch Club President, Monica Millhime (at left) is assisted by fellow Rotarian, Ray Martel with the presentation of the Club’s $4,500 donation to Wendy Russell from the SEARCH Program. Photo courtesy of Jacki Majerus-Collins.

 

Auburn – Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club recently presented a $4,500 grant check to Wendy Russell, Director Catholic Charities SEARCH  (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage & Hope) Program.  The grant’s financial assistance to the program will provide a laptop, client assistance funding for seniors with emergency response services, and transportation support assistance via bus passes and gas cards.  “Rotary unites leaders from continents, cultures and occupation to exchange ideas and take action to meet the needs of communities around the world,” shares L-A Rotary President, Monica Millhime.  “Supporting the SEARCH program aligns our Rotary mission with involvement  in our community to support programs that strengthen the capacity of communities to provide economic and community development.  Our Club members embrace the concept of healthy, physical, social, emotional, and academic, development for senior citizens.”  The Club was founded in 1917 and has made over $750,000 charitable contributions through scholarships and charitable contributions.  Members meet weekly from noon to 1 p.m. at the Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn.  FMI on program and events call 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Weekly updates are posted on Facebook:  https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/

WASHBURN 3 WINNERS OF FIRE PREVENTION SAFETY AWARD

 

 

Photo caption:  L-A Rotary Lunch Club members Lorraine Bard and Peter Arsenault (featured at right) assisted Washburn School Principal, Andrew Bard, with Fire Prevention Safety Awards to students.  Photo courtesy of Monica Millhime. 

 

Auburn - A Fire Prevention program including a coloring and poster contest, in partnership with Washburn Elementary School in Auburn, was sponsored by the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club. Members of the Rotary Club collected the student entries and selected the best submissions that captured the importance of adhering to fire safety procedures.  Rotary members were invited by Washburn School Principal Andrew Bard, and his staff to an assembly to announce the winners and award the prizes. L- A Club President Monica Millhime was accompanied by Rotarians Lorraine Bard and Peter Arsenault to congratulate students. “Supporting literacy and adopting Washburn School, was one of our top priorities as a Rotary Club this year,” shares Millhime. All of the winners received a gift certificate thanks to a Rotary partnership with Sam’s Italian. The winners of the coloring contest were: Kaida Gatcomb - Kindergarten; Angelina Tardif – Grade 1; Jenna Powell - Grade 2. The winners of the class posters were: Miss Tufts’ class grade 4 & Mrs. Ricard’s class Grade 5/6. “Students were engaged and welcoming during our presentation and we look forward to future endeavors with the students and staff at Washburn,” comments Millhime.  Members meet weekly from noon to 1 p.m. at the Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn.  FMI on program and events call 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Weekly updates are posted on Facebook:  https://facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/

L-A ROTARY LUNCH CLUB TO WELCOME SUPERINTENDENT KATHERINE GRONDIN MARCH 8

Auburn - On Thursday, March 8, from noon to 1:00 p.m. at The Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn, Katherine Grondin, Superintendent for the Auburn School Department, will be the featured guest speaker of the L-A Rotary Lunch Club.  Grondin’s love for the Auburn community began when her family moved to Maine in the summer of 1979. She graduated from Edward Little High School in 1982 and went to University of Southern Maine to become a teacher. Since becoming a teacher for the Auburn School Department in 1988, she has served in several leadership roles, before becoming Superintendent in 2011.  It is her passion for education that drives her every day to work with her outstanding colleagues and staff to strive to provide a high quality education for all students. The Auburn School Department is focused on its Vision 2020 and the building of a new Edward Little High School. Grondin understands the importance of engaging with the community to garner support for education. She is member of the LA Metro Chamber Board and serves on the Education and Workforce Development Committee. She facilitates a Business Roundtable, which connects educators and business leaders, in order to collaborate to best educate students to be career and college ready after graduation. Grondin was honored in 2007 as the National Distinguished Principal of the Year and represented the state of Maine in Washington D.C.  Reservations are not required at the luncheon.  FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact President and Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Events and other club information are posted at www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.

 

L-A ROTARY LUNCH CLUB TO WELCOME JENNIFER CARTMELL APRIL 12, 2018

Auburn - On Thursday, April 12, from noon to 1:00 p.m. at The Village Inn, 165 High Street, Auburn, Jennifer Cartmell will be the featured guest speaker of the L-A Rotary Lunch Club.  Cartmell joined Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine 2017 to serve BBBS Manager for the Androscoggin region. The mission of BBBS is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Cartmell has served on numerous volunteer boards and committees:  the American Cancer Society of Sun Valley, the Idaho State ACS, Advertising Club of Maine boards, and as development, event and media relations coordinator for many non-profits on a pro bono basis including Sagadahoc Preservation, Habitat for Humanity, Freeport Rotary, Universal Promise and Honor Flight Maine. Cartmell brings her wealth of event planning and marketing expertise to the BBBS team with a strong advertising, talent agency, TV and radio and media relations background.  She has been responsible for producing national films, TV and radio programs and commercials.  Cartmell is a former host of the Sun Valley Show, and is a freelance writer for a NY area based newspaper.  These experiences bring a strong contribution to the creative development and strategic planning end of BBBS.  She oversees management of BBBS events in the Androscoggin area. Upcoming events include Bowl For Kids’ Sake event, taking place in Lewiston May 9th, 11th and 12th, and Golf for Kids’ Sake, Monday, June 18^th at Martdindale, Auburn.  For information or participation in either of those events, contact her directly:  jennifer@bbbsmidmaine.orgCartmell is also responsible for coordinating the agency’s school based match supports in Lewiston-Auburn and working to strengthen and expand the existing programs and outreach.  Since starting with BBBSMM she has doubled the number of youth served in Androscoggin.  In the role of Androscoggin Manager, she also serves as a community relations representative for BBBS of Mid-Maine building relationships with local businesses, partnering with corporate leaders and decision makers, and working closely with other non-profits to assist promote the wellbeing of Maine children facing adversity. Reservations are not required at the luncheon.  FMI on future Rotary speakers, contact President and Program Chair, Monica Millhime, 713.7045 or email millhime@myfairpoint.net.  Events and other club information are posted at www.lewistonauburnrotary.org and www.facebook.com/lewistonmainerotary/.