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Thursday, January 24, 2019
Friday, January 18, 2019
LISBON Charter Communications - Upcoming Changes Effective February 21, 2019
Charter Communications - Upcoming Changes Effective February 21, 2019
At Charter (locally
known as Spectrum), we continue to enhance our services, offer more of
the best entertainment choices and deliver the best value. We are
committed to offering our customers with products and services we are
sure they will enjoy. Containing costs and efficiently managing our
operations are critical to providing customers with the best value
possible. Like every business, Charter faces rising costs that require
occasional price adjustments. As a result, customers will be notified
that effective on or after February 21, 2019, pricing will be adjusted
for the following residential video service:
• Broadcast TV Surcharge will change from $9.95 to $11.99
We remain committed to providing an excellent experience for our customers, in your community and in each of the communities we serve. If you have any questions about this change, please feel free to contact me at 207-620-3319 or via email at shelley.winchenbach@charter. com.
• Broadcast TV Surcharge will change from $9.95 to $11.99
We remain committed to providing an excellent experience for our customers, in your community and in each of the communities we serve. If you have any questions about this change, please feel free to contact me at 207-620-3319 or via email at shelley.winchenbach@charter.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Thursday, January 17, 2019
LISBON PARKING BAN IN EFFECT ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 18th, 2019 FROM 5AM UNTIL 7PM
PARKING BAN IN EFFECT ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 18th, 2019 FROM 5AM UNTIL 7PM
DUE TO THE INCLEMENT
WEATHER FORECAST FOR TOMORROW PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT A PARKING BAN WILL
BE IN EFFECT ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 18TH, 2019 FROM 5AM UNTIL 7PM.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
MORALE IN LISBON
At last
night’s Town Council workshop, the subject of the morale of the town employee’s
was discussed. There was talked about
having an employee appreciation day at Beaver Park, which is an excellent start. It is a shame the Town Council is so blind to
the obvious. The reason employee’s morale is so low, as I see it, is twofold: (1) The lack of leadership and (2) all
employees being treated the same.
I think the
lack of leadership is self-explanatory. So I will move on to the second point
and that is rewarding, the good and bad, employees with the same pay raises. This is done every year by the Town Council, recommended by
the Town Manager, approving Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA) for all town
employees. This is
probably the dumbest idea anyone ever came up with.
The employee who is work
the hardest and trying to improve themselves are compensated at the same rate
as the employee who is enrolled in the Retired on Active Duty (ROAD). The road program means that they are
doing just enough to get by or less and being rewarded the same as someone
working to improve the quality of service residents deserve.
The reason the town approves COLA is
because all town employees are rewarded by the same percentage but the pay
raises are never the same. The percentage is
based on the current salary and this stupid program applies to wage workers and
management personnel the same. An example of
this is the Town Manager; whose annual salary is over $90,000.00, receives a 2%
COLA increase of $1,800.00 while a wage worker earning $40,000.00 receives only
$800.00 a year increase. How can anyone justify this? Management positions should never be included
in COLA increases in this town.
If you want to raise the
morale of the employees in town, they need to start rewarding ONLY the good
employees who are working the hardest. This is
rewarding the good employees and hopefully encourages the poorer employees to
work harder. Another method is to have each department
nominate an employee for “Employee of the Month” and “Employee of the Year”. With both these positions, comes a small
increase in their pay or time off. This will recognize these employees and
hopefully push other employees to improve.
There are numerous
methods to boost morale in the town. The problem is
the leadership has to first to acknowledge the problem exists and then come up
with a plan to address the situation.
I understand because I have recommended
a number of solutions, they will never be considered, which is too bad.
Larry Fillmore
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
LISBON Town Departments Closed - Monday January 21, 2019
Town Departments Closed - Monday January 21, 2019
In observance of Martin
Luther King Jr. Day, all town departments will be closed on Monday,
January 21, 2019. The police department for non-administrative staff
will remain open.
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LISBON Charter Communication Notification - Effective February 15, 2019 (rate adjustment)
Charter Communication Notification - Effective February 15, 2019 (rate adjustment)
Charter Communications,
locally known as Spectrum, is making its customers aware that effective
on or after February 15, 2019, the following changes will occur on the
channel lineup serving your community.
The Spectrum TV Silver package will no longer include Cinemax and its related channels. Cinemax and its related channels will be available for subscription as an a la carte service only.
The monthly a la carte subscription rate will be reduced from $15.00 to $9.99.
The Spectrum TV Gold package will no longer include Cinemax, EPIX or their related channels. These services will be available for subscription as a la carte services only. The monthly a la carte subscription rates for Cinemax, EPIX and their related channels will each be reduced from $15.00 to the following rates: Cinemax - $9.99, EPIX - $5.99.
Pricing for monthly a la carte TMC subscription service will be reduced from $15.00 to $9.99.
If customers would like to subscribe to any of these a la carte services which are now available outside of a package, they can visit www.spectrum.com/getchannels. To view a current Spectrum channel lineup visit www.spectrum.com/channels. To view a current Spectrum rate card visit www.spectrum.com/ratecard. For questions call 1-855-70-Spectrum. Customers may downgrade or disconnect service without charge within 30 days of receipt of this notice.
The Spectrum TV Silver package will no longer include Cinemax and its related channels. Cinemax and its related channels will be available for subscription as an a la carte service only.
The monthly a la carte subscription rate will be reduced from $15.00 to $9.99.
The Spectrum TV Gold package will no longer include Cinemax, EPIX or their related channels. These services will be available for subscription as a la carte services only. The monthly a la carte subscription rates for Cinemax, EPIX and their related channels will each be reduced from $15.00 to the following rates: Cinemax - $9.99, EPIX - $5.99.
Pricing for monthly a la carte TMC subscription service will be reduced from $15.00 to $9.99.
If customers would like to subscribe to any of these a la carte services which are now available outside of a package, they can visit www.spectrum.com/getchannels. To view a current Spectrum channel lineup visit www.spectrum.com/channels. To view a current Spectrum rate card visit www.spectrum.com/ratecard. For questions call 1-855-70-Spectrum. Customers may downgrade or disconnect service without charge within 30 days of receipt of this notice.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Monday, January 14, 2019
LISBON Charter Communications Notification - WGN Agreement
Charter Communications Notification - WGN Agreement
Charter Communications,
locally known as Spectrum, is happy to report that we have reached an
agreement with Tribune Broadcasting to provide WGN America and multiple
local ABC, CBS, FOX and CW, and digital multicast channel affiliate
stations to our customers. We are pleased to have reached a fair
agreement and appreciate your support and patience.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Saturday, January 12, 2019
Friday, January 11, 2019
LISBON TOWN COUNCIL WORKSHOP AND MEETING
Council Meeting - 6:00 PM Workshop then Meeting
Jan. 15, 2019 at 6:00 PM Agenda & Attachments
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Thursday, January 10, 2019
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
LISBON PARKING BAN FROM NOON TODAY UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT, 1/9/19
PARKING BAN FROM NOON TODAY UNTIL 10 PM TONIGHT, 1/9/19
DUE TO THE INCLEMENT
WEATHER FORECAST TODAY, THE TOWN OF LISBON WILL HAVE A PARKING BAN IN
EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY UNTIL 10PM TONIGHT, 1/9/19.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Monday, January 7, 2019
LISBON PARKING BAN FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL 8 PM TUESDAY 1/8/19
PARKING BAN FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL 8 PM TUESDAY 1/8/19
DUE TO THE UPCOMING WEATHER FORECAST A PARKING BAN WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL 8 PM TUESDAY 1/8/19
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Sunday, January 6, 2019
WHY LISBON’S TAXES CONTINUE TO RISE!
When the management of our town continues to waste thousands and thousands of our tax dollars every year, it is no wonder our taxes continue to rise. Whenever the citizens of Lisbon decide enough is enough, they need to contact the Town Council and demand a stop to wasting our tax dollars. I recommend as a subject matter expert that the Town Council stop wasting our tax dollars and pay the $168,000.00 to have professionals convert the town from TRIO to MUNIS so the town can move on. From my limited experience with TRIO, it is a lousy software package that allows management to hide money.
Saturday, January 5, 2019
Thursday, January 3, 2019
LISBON Charter Communication Notification - Effective January 2, 2019
Charter Communication Notification - Effective January 2, 2019
Dear Municipal Official:
Charter Communications (“Charter”), locally known as Spectrum, has been in discussions with Tribune Broadcasting (“Tribune”), the owner of WGN America to renew our carriage agreement. At 5:00 P.M. ET on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, Spectrum’s agreement to carry Tribune’s channels expired. As a result, WGN America and all associated Video On Demand content are no longer available to Spectrum customers.
Tribune asked for a dramatic increase in fees (200%) which we believe is completely unjustified. We regret the impact of Tribune’s decision, and we remain optimistic that this matter will be resolved quickly so our customers can again receive Tribune programming. For more information please visit www.tribunefairdeal.com.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Shelley Winchenbach
Director, Government Affairs
Charter Communications
Charter Communications (“Charter”), locally known as Spectrum, has been in discussions with Tribune Broadcasting (“Tribune”), the owner of WGN America to renew our carriage agreement. At 5:00 P.M. ET on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, Spectrum’s agreement to carry Tribune’s channels expired. As a result, WGN America and all associated Video On Demand content are no longer available to Spectrum customers.
Tribune asked for a dramatic increase in fees (200%) which we believe is completely unjustified. We regret the impact of Tribune’s decision, and we remain optimistic that this matter will be resolved quickly so our customers can again receive Tribune programming. For more information please visit www.tribunefairdeal.com.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Shelley Winchenbach
Director, Government Affairs
Charter Communications
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
LISBON PARKING BAN MIDNIGHT UNTIL 3PM THURSDAY 1/3/19
PARKING BAN MIDNIGHT UNTIL 3PM THURSDAY 1/3/19
DUE TO THE UPCOMING
SNOWSTORM THE TOWN OF LISBON HAS PUT A PARKING BAN INTO EFFECT FROM
MIDNIGHT TONIGHT UNTIL 3PM THURSDAY 1/3/19.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Monday, December 24, 2018
Sunday, December 23, 2018
LISBON Public Hearing Notice - Business Applications
Public Hearing Notice - Business Applications
Victualer's License for the Rusty Lantern
Notice is hereby given
that the Lisbon Town Council intends to hold a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Town Office Public Meeting
Room to hear comments on a new Victualer's License for the Rusty Lantern
located at 689 Lisbon Road in Lisbon Falls, ME. The public is invited
to attend.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
LISBON Christmas & New Year's Town Department Schedules - Reminder
Christmas & New Year's Town Department Schedules - Reminder
The Lisbon Town Office
Departments including, MTM, Library, Transfer Station will be closed
during the Christmas & New Year's holiday on Monday, December 24th,
Tuesday, December 25th and Tuesday, January 1.
On behalf of all employee's, we would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
On behalf of all employee's, we would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Lisbon Connection Bus Service Schedule - Effective December 1, 2018
Lisbon Connection Bus Service Schedule - Effective December 1, 2018
Please find attached the Lisbon Connection Bus Service updated schedule as of December 1, 2018.
The Lisbon Connection if operated by Western Maine Transportations Services in cooperation with the Town of Lisbon and MaineDOT.
Should you have any questions, please contact Western Maine Transporation Customer Services at 784-9335.
The Lisbon Connection if operated by Western Maine Transportations Services in cooperation with the Town of Lisbon and MaineDOT.
Should you have any questions, please contact Western Maine Transporation Customer Services at 784-9335.
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
LISBON TOWN COUNCIL MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes
November 13, 2018 Minutes that were adopted December 18, 2018
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
Monday, December 17, 2018
Sunday, December 16, 2018
Friday, December 14, 2018
LISBON Christmas & New Year's Town Department Schedules
Christmas & New Year's Town Department Schedules
The Lisbon Town Office
Departments including, MTM, Library, Transfer Station will be closed
during the Christmas & New Year's holiday on Monday, December 24th,
Tuesday, December 25th and Tuesday, January 1.
On behalf of all employee's, we would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
On behalf of all employee's, we would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
SUBMITTED BY: TOWN OF LISBON
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