Town of Rumford

The meeting included discussions and actions on several topics, such as the Town Manager's report on the Old School Food Pantry ribbon-cutting ceremony and the rescheduling of a technology workshop. Department heads reported on a new 'Sand for Seniors' program, winter storm preparations, and the upcoming availability of public Wi-Fi and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new EV charging station. The board also discussed the effect of lithium mining on wellhead protection, approved a parade permit for Christmas, posted open board positions, and approved a bid for printing the annual town report.

The meeting included public comments and reports from the Town Manager, department heads, and selectpersons, covering topics such as the Pumpkin Fest, volunteer appreciation, walking trail rejuvenation, and building deconstruction. The board discussed traffic speed on Prospect Avenue and considered an agreement with RealTerm Energy for street lights. They also addressed setting hearing dates for dangerous buildings and awarding a bid for demolition hauling.

The meeting included an executive session regarding a legal matter. A public session was held for a workshop on the codification of town ordinances, with the draft being deemed satisfactory and ready for the board to proceed to the next step.

The Board discussed and voted on the appointment of officers, selecting a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. They established the rules of order for meetings, opting for a loose interpretation of Robert's Rules of Order, and set the schedule for regular meetings. The Board also designated individuals to sign disbursement warrants and determined the method for providing notices of special meetings. Additionally, they addressed the distribution of rules of order and procedure, charter article VIII, ordinance chapter 1, and Right to Know training requirements. The Board entered into an Executive Session regarding a Personnel Matter.

The meeting included discussions on ARPA funds availability, completion of the sewer extension to the new VA, and the success of the Androscoggin River Adventure. The board approved a Home Coming Parade Permit for October 8, 2021, and a request from the Eagles to close lower Oxford Avenue for their car show. They also discussed and approved a bid for Fire Station architectural and engineering services, approved Warrant #10, and approved a warrant for the November ballot. An executive session was held for Economic Development.