Brewer public meetings in 2025

City Council

The council confirmed the City Manager’s appointment of Melissa Garrison as General Assistance Administrator. It accepted a $900 donation from Brewer Little League to fund two porta‑potties at Dougherty Recreation Complex for three months. It authorized a $14,508 purchase of replacement server hosts and Windows Server 2025 licenses for the City and Brewer Police Department, funded from the Technology Reserve and Capital Improvement Program. Councilors also discussed the council’s strategic vision and goals for the upcoming term.

• Confirm appointment of Melissa Garrison as General Assistance Administrator
• Accept $900 contribution from Brewer Little League for two porta‑potties at Dougherty Recreation Complex
• Authorize $14,508 purchase of replacement server hosts and licenses for City and Police Department
• Discuss strategic vision and councilor goals for the upcoming term

The council confirmed Melissa Garrison as General Assistance Administrator, accepted a $900 donation from Brewer Little League for porta‑potties, and authorized a $14,508 purchase of replacement server hosts for the City of Brewer and its Police Department. All three actions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting also included a discussion of the council's strategic vision for the upcoming term.

• Confirmed City Manager’s appointment of Melissa Garrison as General Assistance Administrator (4‑0)
• Accepted $900 contribution from Brewer Little League for two porta‑potties at Dougherty Recreation Complex and appropriated the funds (4‑0)
• Authorized purchase of replacement server hosts for City of Brewer and Brewer Police Department, $14,508, and transferred funds from the Technology Reserve (4‑0)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (4‑0)

Culture and Arts Committee

The Culture and Arts Committee will adopt the November 17 meeting minutes. It will review reports on the tree‑lighting event and the Wreaths Across America program. The committee will elect officers for the term. Public comments will be heard before adjournment.

• Adopt November 17 meeting minutes
• Tree lighting event planning/report (Mandy)
• Wreaths Across America update (Susan)
• Elect officers for the committee

The committee unanimously approved the November 17 meeting minutes. It also voted unanimously to retain all current officers in their roles through April 2026, postponing a formal election. The meeting was adjourned unanimously. A public comment about the Brewer Days Car show was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved November 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retaining current officers until April (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of Brewer Days Car show (no vote)

City Council

The council will vote to declare three Parks & Recreation snow blowers surplus and authorize their disposal, using any proceeds plus Auditorium Banner Fund money to purchase a new snow blower. It will also accept a $1,400 donation from the Fisher Family Fund for youth programs and $87 in anonymous cash for the Culture and Arts Committee. Additionally, the council will authorize a lease for six parking spaces on Church Street and replace the General Assistance Ordinance.

• Accept $1,400 donation from Fisher Family Fund for youth programs
• Accept $67 + $20 anonymous cash donations for Culture and Arts Committee
• Declare three snow blowers surplus and authorize disposal, fund replacement
• Authorize lease for six parking spaces at municipal lot on Church Street
• Replace Chapter 11GA General Assistance Ordinance by complete substitution

The council unanimously accepted a $1,400 donation from the Fisher Family Fund and an $87 donation to the Culture and Arts Committee. It declared three snow blowers surplus, authorized their disposal, and approved using the proceeds to purchase a replacement. The council also accepted the minutes of the November 18 meeting and the monthly department reports. Mayor Morin announced Mark Farley as Chair and Kayla Dunn as Vice‑Chair of the Brewer School Committee.

• Accepted $1,400 Fisher Family Fund donation (unanimous)
• Accepted $87 Culture and Arts Committee donations (unanimous)
• Declared three snow blowers surplus and authorized disposal and replacement purchase (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved monthly department reports (unanimous)
• Appointed Mark Farley as Chair of the Brewer School Committee
• Appointed Kayla Dunn as Vice‑Chair of the Brewer School Committee

City Council

The City Council will declare the results of the November 4 municipal and referendum elections. The body is also considering updates to the General Assistance Ordinance and mobile food business regulations.

• Certification of election results for City Council, School Committee, and High School District Trustees
• Proposed amendments to Land Use Code Section 441 regarding Mobile Food Businesses
• Proposed complete substitution of the General Assistance Ordinance (Chapter 11GA)
• Proposed acceptance of funding for firefighter technical rescue training
• Annual Meeting tasks including the election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor

The council unanimously accepted the minutes from the October and November meetings and the monthly department reports. It unanimously adopted a resolution declaring the official results of the November 4 municipal and referendum elections. The council approved amendments to the Land Use Code governing mobile food businesses. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Accepted October 14, October 28, and November 10 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly department reports (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring municipal election and referendum results (unanimous)
• Amended Mobile Food Business regulations in the Land Use Code (adopted)

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee is meeting to review and plan local events. Discussions include a debrief of PAWS on the Penobscot and updates on the Christmas Tree Festival, Wreaths Across America, and the Riverwalk.

• PAWS on the Penobscot debrief
• Christmas Tree Festival planning
• Wreaths Across America update
• Riverwalk update

The committee unanimously adopted the minutes from the October 20 meeting. It also approved a $100 payment to Santa Claus from the committee's funds. Additionally, the committee authorized payment to Soubanh for photo paper needed for the Tree Lighting event.

• Approved October 20 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $100 payment to Santa Claus from BCAC funds (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Soubanh for photo paper for Tree Lighting (unanimous)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an application by Macks Restaurant and Taven, LLC for a City of Brewer Amusement License to allow dancing and live entertainment at 391 North Main Street.

• Public hearing on Macks Restaurant and Taven's Amusement License application
• Decision on Amusement License for Macks Restaurant and Taven, LLC
• Location: 391 North Main Street, Brewer, Maine

The Brewer City Council voted 4‑0 to deny the amusement license application for Macks Restaurant and Tavern LLC, located at 391 North Main Street. The council also adopted the written notice of decision confirming the denial, with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 3:23 p.m. with a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Denied Amusement License for Macks Restaurant and Tavern LLC (4-0)
• Adopted notice of decision denying the license (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will consider two items. It will vote to appropriate $30,000 from the Capital Improvement Program to replace nine energy recovery ventilator cores in the Public Safety Building, contracting Thayer, LLC at a quoted price of $25,437. It will also vote to move the November 18, 2025 regular and annual council meetings from 6:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes a discussion with Penobscot County Commissioner Andre Cushing about the county budget.

• Authorize $30,000 CIP appropriation to replace nine ERV cores in Public Safety Building (contract with Thayer, LLC, $25,437 quote)
• Reschedule November 18, 2025 regular and annual council meetings to 3:00 p.m.
• Discussion with Penobscot County Commissioner Andre Cushing regarding County Budget

The council authorized $30,000 from the Capital Improvement Program to replace nine energy recovery ventilator cores in the Public Safety Building, voting 4‑0. It also resolved to move the November regular and annual council meetings to 3:00 p.m. on November 18, voting 4‑0. Additionally, the council approved a clearance letter for 75‑77 South Main Street and added a related resolve to the agenda, each passing 4‑0.

• Authorized $30,000 for ERV core replacements in Public Safety Building (4-0)
• Rescheduled November regular and 2025 annual council meetings to 3:00 p.m. (4-0)
• Added Resolve 2025-B042 to agenda under suspension of rules (4-0 unanimous consent)
• Authorized City Manager to issue clearance letter for 75‑77 South Main Street (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Culture and Arts Committee

The Brewer Culture and Arts Committee will discuss 2025/2026 event planning. Topics include a debrief of PAWS on the Penobscot, planning for the Christmas Tree Festival, an update on Wreaths Across America, and discussion of the Riverwalk project. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• PAWS on the Penobscot debrief (Tammy)
• Christmas Tree Festival planning (Mandy)
• Wreaths Across America update (Susan)
• Riverwalk project discussion (Steve and Ann)

The committee approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The PAWS on the Penobscot debrief was postponed to next month after a unanimous motion to table it. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt September 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Table PAWS on the Penobscot debrief until next month (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Brewer City Council meeting on Oct 14, 2025 will adopt several resolutions, including recognitions of community members and organizations. The council will accept a $1,000 donation to the public library, a $198 donation to the Culture and Arts Committee, and will declare a 1991 Alkota pressure washer/steamer trailer surplus, authorizing its disposal. Additional actions include funding three new fire department positions and amending ordinances related to the environmental code, fire prevention, signage, and mobile food businesses.

• Accept $1,000 donation from Elaine Albright for Brewer Public Library programming
• Accept $198 donation from Paws on the Penobscot event for the Culture and Arts Committee
• Declare the 1991 Alkota pressure washer/steamer trailer surplus and authorize its disposal (replacement cost > $30,000)
• Authorize funding for three additional Fire Department positions
• Amend Chapter 24 of the Land Use Code to address mobile food businesses

The council accepted the minutes from three prior meetings and unanimously adopted four resolutions honoring community members and groups. It approved several donations, declared surplus city property for disposal, and made appointments and a resignation acceptance. The council also amended ordinances, including the Land Use Code for mobile food businesses, and authorized funding for three new fire‑department positions. An executive session was ordered to discuss a real‑property acquisition.

• Accepted minutes of Sept 9, Sept 23 and Sept 26 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution honoring Joel Sankey (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Husson University students (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Best Buddies Brewer Chapter (unanimous)
• Authorized funding for three new fire‑department positions
• Amended Land Use Code to regulate mobile food businesses
• Declared city property surplus and authorized disposal
• Convene executive session to discuss acquisition of real property

City Council

The Brewer City Council will discuss and adopt a decision on the appeal of the denial of Elevate Child Care Center's Day Care Provider License application. No other agenda items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.

• Discussion and adoption of decision regarding appeal of the denied Elevate Child Care Center day‑care license

The council denied Elevate Child Care Center LLC’s appeal and its application for a City of Brewer child‑care license. The council also adopted the written notice of decision outlining the denial. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Denied Elevate Child Care Center license application and appeal (unanimous)
• Adopted written notice of decision (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal regarding a day care license and will consider adopting State of Maine General Assistance maximums for 2026. The Council also plans to amend the Brewer Sign Ordinance regarding changeable signs.

• Public hearing on Elevate Child Care Center license appeal
• Adopt State of Maine General Assistance Maximums for 2026
• Amend Brewer Sign Ordinance Article 6 Section 6.10
• Proclamation declaring Firefighter's Recognition Day
• Public hearing on General Assistance Maximums adoption

The Brewer City Council adopted the State of Maine General Assistance Maximums for October 2025 through September 2026 (Resolution 2025‑B035). The Council also moved to continue the Elevate Child Care Center license appeal hearing to September 26, 2025, which passed unanimously. No other items were acted upon.

• Adopted State of Maine General Assistance Maximums for 2025‑2026 (Resolution 2025‑B035)
• Postponed Elevate Child Care Center license appeal to Sep 26, 2025 (unanimous vote)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold public hearings and reviews for two site‑plan applications submitted by the Brewer School Department: storage sheds at 92 Pendleton Street and additional parking spaces with site improvements at 79 Parkway South. The board will also conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 24, Article 4, section 441 of the City’s Land Use Code, with a recommendation to be sent to City Council. Additional agenda items include routine roll call, minutes approval, and other paperwork.

• Site‑plan review and public hearing for storage sheds at 92 Pendleton Street (Tax Map 42 Lot 1)
• Site‑plan review and public hearing for parking spaces and site improvements at 79 Parkway South (Tax Map 13 Lot 36)
• Public hearing on ordinance amendments to Chapter 24, Article 4, section 441 of the Land Use Code
• Designation of an Associate Planning Board Member to vote in a member’s absence

Culture and Arts Committee

The Culture and Arts Committee will review meeting minutes, discuss event planning for 2025/2026, and consider the committee's role in Oktoberfest. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of August 18 meeting minutes
• Review of 2025/2026 event planning
• Update on Wreaths Across America
• Discussion on committee role at Oktoberfest

The Culture and Arts Committee adopted the minutes from the August 18 meeting after a motion by Ashlie and a second by Mandy. The motion passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved adoption of August 18 minutes (unanimous vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to the city's solid waste, environmental, and fire prevention ordinances. The body is also deciding on several appointments to city boards and the acquisition of real property in executive session.

• Amendments to the Solid Waste Ordinance (Chapter 22)
• Amendments to the Environmental Ordinance (Chapter 31) and Fire Prevention (Chapter 9)
• Authorization for Olver Associates to prepare a Sewer Department fiscal sustainability plan
• Acceptance of land donation (Tax Map 6, Lot 17-1) from Maine Liquid Methane Fuels, LLC
• Outdoor alcohol consumption approvals for Brewer Eagles Club and Brewster’s Fine Food & Drink

The council adopted a series of consent‑calendar orders, including authorizing a sewer‑department sustainability study. It also approved purchases, accepted donations and grants, and set up assessments for water and sewer services. All items were approved without recorded dissent.

• Authorized purchase of motorized sidewalk paving machine (approved)
• Accepted land donation (Tax Map 6, Lot 17‑1) from Maine Liquid Methane Fuels, LLC (approved)
• Accepted grant funds from Walmart (approved)
• Accepted donation from Walker’s Garage to Parks and Recreation for fall program (approved)
• Authorized contract with GoTo Connect for telephone service (approved)
• Approved carry‑forward encumbrance of FY2025 appropriated funds for approved projects (approved)
• Committed water assessment to Treasurer for collection (approved)
• Authorized Olver Associates to prepare fiscal sustainability plan for Sewer Department (approved)

Culture and Arts Committee

The Brewer Culture and Arts Committee will meet to approve minutes from the July 21 meeting and discuss ongoing event planning for 2025-2026, including PAWS on the Penobscot, Christmas Tree Festival, Wreaths Across America, and a recap of the Riverwalk Festival. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Review of 2025-2026 event planning: PAWS on the Penobscot, Christmas Tree Festival, Wreaths Across America
• Riverwalk Festival recap: discussion of successes and improvements

The Culture and Arts Committee adopted the July 21 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved spending up to $50 to print flyers for upcoming events, with the motion passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with all members in favor.

• Adopted July 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50 for printing flyers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including water tank upgrades and road paving. The body is also discussing zoning changes on Bennett Road and amendments to the Solid Waste Ordinance.

• Sale of 499 Wilson Street to Matson Holdings for $199,900
• Contract with Woodard & Curran for $49,000 for Levenseller storage tank upgrades
• Proposed zoning change on Bennett Road from Rural and General Business to Low Density Residential
• Issuance of general obligation bonds for the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Ordinance

The council authorized a $49,000 engineering contract with Woodard & Curran for the Levenseller Storage Tank project. It approved the purchase and sale agreement to sell 499 Wilson Street to Matson Holdings. The council also authorized issuance of general obligation bonds to fund the FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan. Additional actions included awarding road contracts, increasing the code enforcement officer position, and amending charter provisions.

• Authorized $49,000 contract with Woodard & Curran for Levenseller tank engineering (2025-A170)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement for 499 Wilson Street (2025-A171)
• Authorized issuance of general obligation bonds for FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan (2025-A176)
• Awarded contract for Dirigo Drive paving project (2025-A174)
• Awarded contract for South Brewer Drive Culvert Slipline Project (2025-A175)
• Authorized increase of Code Enforcement Officer position to full-time (2025-A182)
• Amended Charter to limit public comments to regular monthly meetings (2025-C006)
• Appointed member to Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority (2025-A184)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold public hearings on four site-plan review applications and one preliminary subdivision plan. The board will also review minutes from prior meetings and conduct routine planning paperwork.

• Site Plan Review for Walker’s Garage, LLC at 395 South Main Street for auto repair
• Site Plan Review for JCubed, LLC interior office expansion at 235 Center Street
• Site Plan Review for Southstreet Development Company, LLC warehouse at 30 Clisham Road
• Preliminary Subdivision Plan Review for Brightsprings Estates by Ball Development Group

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold public hearings and reviews for four different development projects. These include proposals for auto repair, office renovations, warehousing, and a residential subdivision.

• Site Plan Review for auto repair at 395 South Main Street (Walker’s Garage, LLC)
• Site Plan Review for office renovations at 235 Center Street (JCubed, LLC)
• Site Plan Review for a single-story warehouse at 30 Clisham Road (Southstreet Development Company, LLC)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plan Review for Brightsprings Estates (Ball Development Group, LLC)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on extending the moratorium on large-scale solar energy systems for an additional 180 days. The body is also deciding on police vehicle purchases and zoning changes on Bennett Road.

• Resolution to extend large-scale solar energy systems moratorium until February 28, 2026
• Purchase of two police vehicles: 2025 Ford Utility Police Interceptor ($63,955.35) and 2025 Chevy Tahoe SSV ($73,292.15)
• Zoning change on Bennett Road to convert portions of Rural and General Business districts to Low Density Residential
• Declaration of surplus property and authorization for disposal at 39 Mill Street and Harlow Street
• Acceptance of $1,750 in donations for the Young Citizens Public Safety Academy

The council voted to extend the existing moratorium on large‑scale solar energy systems for another 180 days, moving the expiration to February 28, 2026. It authorized the purchase of two replacement police vehicles, a 2025 Ford Utility Police Interceptor and a 2025 Chevy Tahoe SSV, with associated equipment costs. The council approved an amendment of the land‑use code to rezone a portion of Bennett Road from Rural and General Business to Low‑Density Residential, and added Section 219 “Annual Review” to the city charter. It also declared the properties at 39 Mill Street and on Harlow Street surplus and authorized their disposal.

• Extended solar moratorium 180 days (resolution passed)
• Authorized purchase of two police vehicles with equipment (order passed)
• Amended zoning on Bennett Road to Low‑Density Residential (order passed)
• Added Section 219 “Annual Review” to city charter (order passed)
• Declared 39 Mill Street property surplus and authorized disposal (order passed)
• Declared Harlow Street property surplus and authorized disposal (order passed)
• Accepted fees for tables at Brewer Riverwalk Festival craft fair (order passed)
• Accepted donation from Downeast Credit Union for Family Movie Night (order passed)

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss planning for upcoming events and review the results of the Riverwalk Festival. Members will also provide updates on branding and outreach efforts.

• Planning for Christmas Tree festival
• PAWS on the Penobscot planning
• Wreaths Across America update
• Riverwalk Festival recap and suggestion box results
• Update on Native American Heritage Event (currently on hold)

The Culture and Arts Committee adopted the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to relocate the 2025 Christmas Tree Festival to the auditorium with a tree on the waterfront, passing with one abstention. Several subcommittees and limits were established for upcoming events.

• Approved June 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving the 2025 Christmas Tree Festival to the auditorium with a waterfront tree; all voted yes, Steve abstained
• Appointed Mandy to lead a tree‑lighting subcommittee (Ashlie, Ann, Susan, Tammy, Edner to assist)
• Set maximum prize value for silent auctions or raffles at $2,500
• Tasked Edner with completing branding and outreach materials and suggesting a table layout
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a zoning amendment and a site plan for EV charging stations. The board will also review a subdivision sketch plan for a multi-family development.

• Zoning amendment request for Ball Development Group, LLC to change Rural and General Business zones to Low Density Residential at Bennett Road (Tax Map 8, Lots 69B & portion of 71)
• Subdivision Sketch Plan Review for Ball Development Group, LLC multi-family development at Bennett Road (Tax Map 8, Lot 69B)
• Site Plan Review for Rivian, LLC proposed EV charging stations at 5 South Main Street (Tax Map 29 Lot 114)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding a zoning amendment and EV charging stations. The board is reviewing a request to change zoning for a development project and a subdivision sketch plan.

• Zoning amendment request for Ball Development Group, LLC to change Rural and General Business zones to Low Density Residential at Bennett Road
• Subdivision Sketch Plan Review for Ball Development Group, LLC multi-family development at Bennett Road
• Site Plan Review and public hearing for Rivian, LLC EV charging stations at 5 South Main Street

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the Environmental Ordinance's sewer rates and changing the rules for public comments at monthly meetings. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases and facility repairs.

• Contract with Smith Builders, Inc. up to $41,310 to replace a section of the Public Works facility roof
• Expenditure of $44,160 to Maine Military Supply for 23 police duty rifles and accessories
• Agreement with Maine DOT for a signal project at North Main Street and State Street
• Proposed amendment to the Environmental Ordinance regarding the Schedule of Sewer Rates
• Proposed amendment to the City Charter to require public comments at regular monthly meetings only

The council unanimously accepted the minutes of three prior meetings. It authorized a $41,310 contract to replace a section of the Public Works facility roof, approved a $44,160 purchase of police firearms, and accepted $712 in fees for the Brewer Riverwalk Festival. The council also declared surplus city property for disposal, accepted a housing authority board resignation, and passed two charter amendments.

• Accepted minutes of June 3, June 10, and June 24, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Authorized contract up to $41,310 to replace Public Works facility roof (Smith Builders)
• Approved purchase of police firearms for $44,160 from Maine Military Supply
• Accepted $712 in fees for tables at the Brewer Riverwalk Festival and appropriated funds for event expenses
• Declared 1997 Toro lawn mower surplus and authorized its sale/disposal
• Accepted resignation of Penelope Joy from the Brewer Housing Authority board
• Amended Charter Article 3, Section 330.8.2 to limit public comment time to regular meetings only
• Amended Charter Environmental Ordinance Schedule of Sewer Rates (Article 12, Section 1200)

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee will discuss recruitment for a secretary and review updates for the Riverwalk Festival, Native American Heritage Event, Wreaths Across America, and Paws on the Penobscot. Members will also review branding outreach and QR code survey results. A vote to confirm the treasurer is scheduled.

• Vote to confirm Treasurer Mandy
• Review of Riverwalk Festival recap and suggestion box results
• Updates on Native American Heritage Event, Wreaths Across America, and Paws on the Penobscot
• Discussion on filling the secretary role using 4 interested community members from a QR survey

The committee adopted the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Kathleen Kramer was appointed Secretary and Mandy Clark was appointed Treasurer, each confirmed by unanimous vote. The board approved the oval logo design for the Brewer Arts and Culture Committee after a motion and unanimous vote. Planning for the Native American Heritage Event was tabled for a future meeting.

• Adopt May 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appoint Kathleen Kramer as Secretary (unanimous)
• Appoint Mandy Clark as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approve oval logo design for BCAC (unanimous)
• Table Native American Heritage Event planning (postponed)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will decide on increasing a code enforcement position to full-time and hiring a real estate broker to sell tax-acquired properties. The body will also review changes to mobile food vendor fees and the donation of unclaimed bicycles.

• Appropriation of $88,000 to make the Deputy Code Enforcement Officer position full-time
• Contract with Chez Renee Team, Realty of Maine for sale of tax-acquired properties (5% commission year one, 6% years two and three)
• Amendments to the Schedule of Fees for mobile food trucks, trailers, ice cream vendors, and pushcarts
• Authorization to donate unclaimed bicycles held over six months by the Brewer Police Department to a local non-profit
• Executive session on a personnel matter

The council unanimously approved a series of orders, including authorizing the donation of unclaimed bicycles, converting the Deputy Code Enforcement Officer position to full‑time with an $88,000 appropriation, and hiring a real‑estate broker to sell tax‑acquired properties. It also adopted an amended fee schedule for mobile food vendors and authorized an executive‑session on a personnel matter. Additionally, the council gave unanimous consent to consider appointing an Animal Control Officer.

• Approved donation of unclaimed bicycles (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved increase of Deputy Code Enforcement Officer to full‑time and $88,000 appropriation (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved agreement with Chez Renee Team for real‑estate services to sell tax‑acquired properties (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved amendment of mobile food vendor fee schedule (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved convening executive session on personnel matter (unanimous 5‑0)
• Unanimous consent (5‑0) to take up Order 2025‑A145 to appoint an Animal Control Officer

City Council

The City Council will consider budget appropriations for the city, school department, water department, and water pollution control facility for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting also includes votes on various donations, contracts, and tax-related orders.

• Approval of City and School Budget Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026
• Acceptance of a digital wayfinding kiosk donation valued at $23,000 from GBRERC
• Authorization of School Capital Reserve funds for Brewer Athletic Complex restroom construction
• Acceptance of $971 in asset forfeiture funds for the Brewer Police Department
• Tax release deed for 30 Longmeadow Drive (Map 43, Lot 30)

The council approved the City and School Budget Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026 along with the Water Pollution Control Facility and Water Department budgets for FY 2026. It also accepted $971 in asset forfeiture funds, a $200 donation to the fire department, $1,525 in craft‑fair table fees, and authorized a contract with Frost Septic for hauled wastewater. Additional actions included using School Capital Reserve funds for a restroom at the Brewer Athletic Complex, authorizing funding for 499 Wilson Street, and adopting rules governing public comment at council meetings.

• Approved City and School Budget Appropriation for FY 2026 (2025-B022)
• Approved Water Pollution Control Facility Budget for FY 2026 (2025-B023)
• Approved Water Department Budget for FY 2026 (2025-B024)
• Accepted $971 asset forfeiture funds (2025-A113)
• Accepted $200 donation to Fire Department from First National Bank (2025-A114)
• Accepted $1,525 craft‑fair table fees (2025-A115)
• Authorized contract with Frost Septic for hauled wastewater (2025-A118)
• Resolved to establish rules governing public comment at City Council meetings (2025-B028)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a site plan application for the Brewer School Department. The proposal involves a new single-story restroom building and site improvements.

• Site Plan Review for 829 sq. ft. restroom building at 79 Parkway South (Tax Map 13 Lot 36)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a site plan application for the Brewer School Department. The proposal involves a new 829 sq. ft. single-story restroom building and site improvements.

• Site Plan Review for 829 sq. ft. restroom building at 79 Parkway South (Tax Map 13 Lot 36)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 5% water rate increase to fund infrastructure renewal. The body will also consider a contract for storage tank upgrades and review the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budgets.

• Proposed 5% water rate increase effective August 1, 2025
• Contract with Marcel A. Payeur for $1,157,000 for Levensellar storage tank recoating and upgrades
• Proposed FY 2026 City budget of $18.4 million
• Proposed mil rate reduction of $3.40 to $15.40 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
• Authorization of up to $1,272,000 total expenditure for the Levensellar tank project including contingency

The Brewer City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract with Marcel A. Payeur for recoating and upgrades to the Levensellar storage tank for $1,157,000, with a contingency of up to $115,000, bringing total project funding to $1,272,000. The motion passed with a vote of 4‑0. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.

• Authorized $1.157M contract with Marcel A. Payeur for Levensellar tank upgrades (4-0)
• Approved up to $115,000 contingency and $1.272M total appropriation from Water CIP account (4-0)

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on several community events and discuss new proposals. Members will also address committee recruitment and the status of the Secretary position.

• Riverwalk Festival update
• Native American Heritage Event update
• Wreaths Across America update
• Oktoberfest proposal for September 2026
• Paws on the Penobscot proposal for late August

The committee adopted the April 17 meeting minutes after a motion by Mandy Ouellette‑Clark and a second by Edner Pelkey Fago, passing unanimously. A motion to adjourn was made by Susan Xirinachs, seconded by Lee Ohmart, and was approved by all members.

• Approved April 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will hold a public hearing to determine if a building at 361 North Main Street is structurally unsafe, then consider adopting a dangerous building order. The consent calendar includes appropriating $105,000 for school parking expansion and authorizing multiple contracts. Unfinished business features amendments to the Environmental and Purchasing Ordinances. New business includes an ordinance amending the Rules of Order and an executive session with legal counsel.

• Public hearing on dangerous building at 361 North Main Street (Tax Map 34, Lot 41)
• Appropriation of $105,000 from Tennis Court Resurfacing CIP to school department for parking lot expansion (2025-A092)
• Amendment to Environmental Ordinance (Chapter 31) to remove Subsection 1208(C)(4) (2025-C003)
• Amendment to Purchasing Ordinance (Chapter 36) to increase department head approval threshold (2025-C004)
• Executive session to consult with legal counsel on City Council rights and duties (2025-A109)

The council accepted minutes from several prior meetings and adopted a proclamation for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It recognized Ali Flagg’s 1,000‑point basketball career and approved multiple public‑works contracts, including the water‑main replacement.

• Accepted minutes of April 8, 15 and May 22 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Swore in Police Patrol Officer Nathanial Collette (action)
• Resolved to recognize Ali Flagg for 1,000‑point basketball career (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Eastwood Contractors, Inc. for replacement of lower Wilson Street Water Main (approved)
• Authorized contract with Woodard & Curran for construction services for Wilson Street Water Main (approved)
• Authorized purchase of replacement pickup truck for Public Works (approved)
• Authorized purchase of new compact loader (approved)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a Site Plan Review application from Outlook Associates, LLC to renovate an existing building for auto service and maintenance use at 20 Green Point Road (Tax Map 7 Lot 15A). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and possible designation of an associate member to vote.

• Site Plan Review application for Outlook Associates, LLC at 20 Green Point Road for auto service and maintenance
• Public hearing on the proposed renovation and site improvements
• Designation of an associate Planning Board member to vote if needed

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a Site Plan Review application from Outlook Associates, LLC to renovate an existing building for auto service and maintenance use at 20 Green Point Road. The board will also consider designating an associate member to vote if needed and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Site Plan Review for Outlook Associates, LLC at 20 Green Point Road (Tax Map 7 Lot 15A) for auto service and maintenance renovation
• Possible designation of an associate member to vote in place of absent board member
• Approval of April 7, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to review amusement license renewal applications for eight local businesses. The body will also discuss a contract for a residential property appraisal platform and a real property matter in executive session.

• Public hearing for amusement license renewals for 8 businesses, including Mason’s Brewing Company and Cap’s Tavern
• Proposed contract with C3 AI for a residential property appraisal platform
• Appointment of a member to the Library Board of Trustees
• Acceptance of a donation from Kiwanis Club of Brewer to the Parks & Recreation Department
• Executive session to discuss a matter related to real property

The Brewer City Council authorized a contract with C3 AI for a residential property appraisal platform. It also approved the renewal of eight city amusement licenses for local venues. The council accepted a donation from the Kiwanis Club, recognized Gold Star Cleaners for 120 years of service, and appointed a new member to the Library Board of Trustees.

• Approved contract with C3 AI for residential property appraisal platform
• Issued eight amusement licenses to listed businesses (Between Friends/Next Generation Theatre, Brewster’s Fine Food & Drink, Cap’s Tavern, Brewer Eagles Club, High Tide Restaurant & Bar, Jeff’s Catering & Event Center, Mason’s Brewing Company, Penny Lane Bar & Grille)
• Accepted donation from Kiwanis Club of Brewer to Parks & Recreation Department for a special event
• Recognized Gold Star Cleaners for 120 years of outstanding service
• Appointed a member to the Library Board of Trustees

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee will meet to formally adopt the schedule of upcoming 2025 events. Members will also receive updates on the Riverwalk Festival, the Native American Heritage Event, and Wreaths Across America.

• Formal adoption of 2025 Events
• Riverwalk Festival update and questionnaires
• Native American Heritage Event update
• Wreaths Across America update

The committee formally adopted the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting. It decided to postpone further planning of the Native American Heritage Event for one month while members consult with the Wabanaki Council. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and carried.

• Adopted March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Native American Heritage Event planning for one month
• New members will serve in non‑voting capacity; current members retain voting rights
• Motion to adjourn carried

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting on April 15, 2025. The primary purpose of the meeting is a presentation of new city logo designs by Sutherland Weston.

• Presentation of new city logo designs by Sutherland Weston

Councilor Kimball moved to adjourn and Councilor Phanthay seconded the motion. The motion passed with a vote of 4 to 0. The meeting was adjourned at 5:33 p.m. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Brewer City Council is meeting for a special session to hold a workshop on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. No other business is scheduled; the session is dedicated to budget discussion.

• Workshop on Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

The Brewer City Council held a special meeting to discuss the FY 2026 budget workshop. No agenda items were voted on or acted upon. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which passed 3‑0. The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will vote on a resolution declaring support for preserving the federal tax exemption of municipal bonds. The council will also decide on several contracts, including sewer manhole adjustments on Mill Street ($55,500), a replacement pickup truck for Environmental Services ($50,862), and refuse collection services. Ordinance amendments to remove an environmental code subsection and raise the purchasing threshold for department heads will be considered, along with accepting a new city logo and establishing a charter review commission.

• Resolution (2025-B017) supporting preservation of federal tax exemption for municipal bonds
• Award contract to adjust 12 sewer manholes on Mill Street for $55,500 (2025-A068)
• Authorize purchase of a 2024 Ford F-250 pickup truck for $50,862 (2025-A069)
• Amend Environmental Ordinance to remove Subsection 1208(C)(4) (2025-C003)
• Accept new city logo design (2025-A078)

The council unanimously adopted a resolution urging preservation of the federal tax exemption for municipal bonds. It approved two $100 donations for the Spring T‑Ball program and an Egg Hunt special event. The council authorized a $55,500 contract to adjust sewer manholes on Mill Street and purchased a new Ford F250 pickup truck for $50,862. It also amended the Environmental and Purchasing Ordinances and created a Charter Review Commission.

• Adopted resolution supporting preservation of federal tax exemption for municipal bonds (unanimous)
• Accepted $100 donation from Downtown Charcuterie for Spring T‑Ball program
• Accepted $100 donation from Walker’s Garage for Egg Hunt special event
• Approved $55,500 contract with Facility Construction Services to adjust sewer manholes on Mill Street
• Authorized purchase of 2024 Ford F250 pickup truck for Environmental Services for $50,862
• Amended Environmental Ordinance to remove Subsection 1208(C)(4) of the charter
• Amended Purchasing Ordinance to increase threshold for department head approval
• Established Charter Review Commission pursuant to Title 30 M.R.S. §2103

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the C3 AI Residential Property Appraisal Service. No other new or unfinished business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding C3 AI Residential Property Appraisal Service

The council held a special meeting on April 8, 2025. No minutes, consent items, reports, nominations, or new business were presented. The council discussed a proposed C3 AI residential property appraisal service but took no action. Councilor Morin moved to adjourn, which passed unanimously at 5:51 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)
• Discussed C3 AI residential property appraisal service (no action taken)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will consider a request from Arista Drive Solar, LLC for an extension of site plan approval for a solar project on Arista Drive (Tax Map 3 Lot 27). The board will also elect officers and approve minutes from the March 3 meeting.

• Extension request for site plan approval for Arista Drive Solar, LLC at Arista Drive (Tax Map 3 Lot 27)
• Election of board officers
• Approval of March 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Designation of associate member to vote if needed

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will meet to review a request for a site plan approval extension. The board will also conduct the election of officers.

• Site plan approval extension request for Arista Drive Solar, LLC at Arista Drive (Tax Map 3 Lot 27)
• Election of officers

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. A $100 donation from Twin City Tire & Service for the Spring T-Ball program is accepted, and the Water Department is authorized to purchase a utility tractor/mower for $28,890 from Beauregard Equipment using leftover project funds.

• Workshop: Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• Order 2025-A064: Accept $100 donation from Twin City Tire & Service for Spring T-Ball program
• Order 2025-A065: Authorize $28,890 purchase of utility tractor/mower from Beauregard Equipment for Water Department

The council unanimously accepted a $100 donation from Twin City Tire & Service for the Spring T‑Ball program. It also approved the purchase of a utility tractor, loader and mid‑mount mower for the Water Department at a total cost of $28,890. Both items were approved by a 4‑to‑0 vote.

• Accepted $100 donation from Twin City Tire & Service for Spring T‑Ball program (4‑0)
• Authorized purchase of utility tractor/loader/mower for Water Department for $28,890 (4‑0)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2025 National League of Cities Congressional City Conference. No other new business or reports are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding the 2025 National League of Cities Congressional City Conference

The Brewer City Council met in a special session on March 18, 2025, but took no formal votes or actions. The only agenda item was a discussion about the 2025 National League of Cities Congressional City Conference. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

• No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

City Council

The Brewer City Council will hold a public hearing on a liquor license for Macks Restaurant & Tavern, and consider consent items including awarding contracts for Elm Street and Pierce Road resurfacing ($430,000) and FY25 city street paving ($287,865). The agenda also includes accepting donations and stipends, reappointments, and a presentation on the South Main Street Corridor Study. The council will also convene in executive session for legal consultation.

• Public hearing for Class A liquor license for Macks Restaurant & Tavern at 391 North Main Street.
• Order awarding contract for Elm Street and Pierce Road resurfacing to Vaughn D. Thibodeau II, not to exceed $430,000.
• Order awarding contract for FY25 City Street paving, total $287,865.
• Order accepting $2,500 in donations for Brewer Riverwalk Festival and $1,150 in table fees.
• Order accepting $2,000 stipend from Bangor Public Health for limiting tobacco use in parks.

The Brewer City Council unanimously approved a consent calendar that awarded several construction contracts, including a $430,000 contract to Vaughn D. Thibodeau II for the Elm Street and Pierce Road resurfacing project, a $287,865 contract to Street's Paving for FY2025 street paving, and a $40,772.16 contract to Lucas Striping LLC for street line painting. The council also approved a $52,095 landscaping contract with Summersweet Landscaping, accepted a $2,000 tobacco-use stipend, and confirmed the appointment of Anthony Pinette as Deputy Police Chief. All consent calendar items passed unanimously.

• Awarded $430,000 Elm Street and Pierce Road resurfacing contract to Vaughn D. Thibodeau II (unanimous)
• Awarded $287,865 FY2025 City street paving contract to Street's Paving (unanimous)
• Awarded $40,772.16 street line painting contract to Lucas Striping LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded $52,095 landscaping services contract to Summersweet Landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Macks Restaurant and Tavern LLC (unanimous)
• Confirmed Anthony Pinette as Deputy Police Chief (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,000 stipend from Bangor Public Health for tobacco-use limits (unanimous)
• Authorized $34,100 for sewer manhole adjustments on State, Penobscot, and Betton Streets (unanimous)

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee will hold elections for 2025-2026 officers and consider a new Secretary appointment. Members will discuss a 50/50 raffle and the volunteer rollout for the Riverwalk Festival.

• Election of officers for 2025-2026
• Discussion of 50/50 Raffle by Ann Colson
• Riverwalk Festival volunteer sign-up update
• Possible appointment of a new BACC Secretary

The committee discussed the Riverwalk Festival, reporting $11,000 raised toward the $15,000 sponsorship goal and planning an online volunteer sign-up sheet for April. They also discussed a potential Native American Heritage Event for fall, with proposed dates of September 27 and October 11, and assigned outreach tasks. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only decision was to adopt the February meeting minutes unanimously.

• Adopted February meeting minutes unanimously
• Discussed Riverwalk Festival: $11,000 raised toward $15,000 goal
• Planned online volunteer sign-up sheet for April
• Discussed Native American Heritage Event with proposed dates Sept 27 and Oct 11
• Assigned outreach for Native American Heritage Event to Lee Omart and Edner Fago
• Discussed Summer Chalk Walk proposal with $100 in prizes

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a site plan application for a new financial institution. The proposed building is a 3,300 SF one-story structure.

• Site Plan Review for Acadia Federal Credit Union at Wilson Street and Pierce Road (Tax Map 8 Lots 64 & 56A)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and review a site plan application for a new financial institution. The proposed building is a 3,300 SF one-story structure.

• Site Plan Review for Acadia Federal Credit Union at Wilson Street and Pierce Road (Tax Map 8 Lots 64 & 56A)

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting over $200,000 in donations and disaster reimbursements. The body is also deciding on the confirmation of a new Public Safety Director and updates to the city's land use and development ordinances.

• Acceptance of $160,990.98 in FEMA and MEMA windstorm disaster reimbursement funds
• Acceptance of $41,648.22 from the dissolved Brewer Historical Society
• Confirmation of Christopher Martin as Public Safety Director
• Repeal of Chapter 38 (Development Ordinance) of the City Charter
• Amendment to Land Use Code requiring site restoration after EV charging station use ceases

The Brewer City Council confirmed Christopher Martin as Public Safety Director, effective March 31, 2025, and approved several consent calendar items, including accepting donations and repealing an outdated ordinance. The council also amended the Land Use Code to require restoration of sites after EV charging station use ceases. An executive session was deemed unnecessary and no action was taken.

• Confirmed Christopher Martin as Public Safety Director (4-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Brewer Kiwanis for Youth Public Safety Academy (4-0)
• Accepted $160,990.98 in windstorm disaster reimbursement funds (4-0)
• Accepted $41,648.22 from Brewer Historical Society for history preservation (4-0)
• Appointed Lisa Liberatore to Board of Assessment Review (4-0)
• Repealed Chapter 38 'Development Ordinance' (4-0)
• Amended Land Use Code to add EV charging station restoration requirement (4-0)
• Declined to convene executive session (no action)

Culture and Arts Committee

The Brewer Culture and Arts Committee will adopt January meeting minutes, receive updates on the Riverwalk Festival and Wreaths Across America, and hold elections for officers due to Secretary Joy Sinclair's departure. New business includes a tutorial on Google Docs tabs and a discussion on meeting procedures. Public comments will be heard.

• Adoption of January 27 meeting minutes
• Update on Riverwalk Festival (Steven Wong)
• Update on Wreaths Across America (Susan Xirinachs)
• Election of officers for 2025-2026 (including new secretary)
• Discussion of meeting procedures and agenda adherence

The committee unanimously adopted the January meeting minutes and set Saturday, Nov. 29 at 5:30 p.m. for an event. They discussed plans for Wreaths Across America on Dec. 13, 2025, needing more wreaths for unmarked graves, and forming a subcommittee. New event ideas were proposed, including a fall Indigenous Peoples celebration, a carnival, and Brewer Autumn Fest, but no formal votes were taken on these.

• Adopted January 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Saturday, Nov. 29 at 5:30 p.m. as event date (unanimous)

City Council

The Brewer City Council will consider a resolution supporting construction of a new Penobscot County Jail, accept final recommendations for the Center Street Village Partnership Initiative, and vote to extend the moratorium on large-scale solar energy systems. Consent items include a $57,640 contract for storm drain repairs on Nottingham Way and Birchwood Boulevard, acceptance of $4,000 in donations for the Brewer Riverwalk Festival, and declaring 499 Wilson Street surplus for disposal. There is also an executive session to consult legal counsel on council rights and duties.

• Resolution supporting new Penobscot County Jail (2025-B005)
• Extend moratorium on large-scale solar energy systems (2025-B007)
• Award $57,640 contract to Eastwood Contractors for storm drain and erosion control work (2025-A022)
• Accept $4,000 in donations from Tiller & Rye, Mason’s Brewing Company, and Epstein Commercial Real Estate for Riverwalk Festival (2025-A023)
• Declare 499 Wilson Street surplus property for disposal (2025-A024)

The Brewer City Council voted 4-0 to extend the moratorium on large-scale solar energy systems for another 180 days, until September 1, 2025, after a public hearing with no comments. The Council also voted 4-0 to adopt a resolution supporting the construction of a new Penobscot County Jail, following a presentation by Sheriff Troy Morton. All consent calendar items, including a $57,640 storm drain contract, were approved 4-0.

• Extended moratorium on large-scale solar energy systems for 180 days (4-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting construction of new Penobscot County Jail (4-0)
• Approved $57,640 contract with Eastwood Contractors for storm drain and erosion control work (4-0)
• Accepted $4,000 in donations for Brewer Riverwalk Festival (4-0)
• Declared 499 Wilson Street surplus and authorized its sale (4-0)
• Authorized up to $17,000 for emergency sewer main repair at South Brewer Drive/Goupee Street (4-0)
• Repealed obsolete Chapter 38 'Development Ordinance' (4-0)
• Authorized PILOT agreement for day care at 10 Cutler Place (3-0, Morin abstained)

Library Advisory Commission

The Brewer Library Advisory Commission will hold an organizational meeting to introduce members, review the commission's role, and discuss the initial steps and timeline for a strategic planning process. No votes or concrete decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural and preparatory.

• Overview of the Library Advisory Commission and strategic planning process
• Discussion of initial timeline and steps for the planning process

Culture and Arts Committee

The committee will review and adopt December meeting minutes, receive an update on the Riverwalk Festival from Steven Wong, and prepare for March member appointments and officer elections for 2025-2026. No votes on funding or ordinances are scheduled.

• Update on Riverwalk Festival presented by Steven Wong
• March member appointment — open seats and resignations
• Election of officers for 2025-2026 (chair, co-chair, secretary, treasurer)
• Adoption of December 16 meeting minutes

The Brewer Arts & Culture Committee voted to form a subcommittee to assist with the Riverwalk Festival, with several members expressing interest in joining. The committee also discussed volunteer needs, fundraising, and upcoming officer elections. No other formal decisions were made.

• Adopted December 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee to assist Riverwalk Festival (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will hear final recommendations for the Center Street Revitalization Village Partnership Initiative, discuss city initiatives and goal setting, and vote to appoint Michael Johnson as the inaugural member of the Board of Ethics. The Council will also convene in executive session to consult with legal counsel regarding Council rights and duties.

• Presentation of final recommendations for Center Street Revitalization Village Partnership Initiative
• Discussion on city initiatives and goal setting
• Order appointing Michael Johnson to the Board of Ethics (first member, term Feb 2025–Dec 2027)
• Order to convene in executive session with legal counsel on Council rights and duties

The Brewer City Council held a special meeting with three members present and two absent. They appointed Michael Johnson to the inaugural Board of Ethics, approved an executive session to consult legal counsel, and authorized the purchase of a replacement pickup truck for Parks and Recreation. The meeting also included a presentation on the Center Street Revitalization project and updates on city initiatives.

• Appointed Michael Johnson to the Board of Ethics (3-0)
• Approved executive session to consult legal counsel (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2025 F150 4x4 pickup truck from Gervais Ford for $44,677 (3-0)
• Transferred $4,677 from CIP Unallocated to cover truck purchase (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2024 National League of Cities City Summit and the upcoming Congressional City Conference. No other business or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2024 National League of Cities City Summit (Nov 13-16, 2024)
• Discussion of National League of Cities Congressional City Conference schedule

The City Council met for a special meeting on January 14, 2025, but took no formal votes or actions. Councilor Phanthay presented on the 2024 National League of Cities City Summit, and the Council discussed the upcoming Congressional City Conference. The meeting adjourned at 5:42 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken
• Discussed 2024 National League of Cities City Summit
• Discussed National League of Cities Congressional City Conference schedule

City Council

The council will hear final recommendations for the Center Street Revitalization Village Partnership Initiative from Stantec. Other business includes consent calendar items such as a website overhaul contract, a new city logo design, and a land-use code amendment. The council will also consider establishing a Library Advisory Commission and reconvening in executive session to consult with legal counsel.

• Presentation of final recommendations for Center Street Revitalization Village Partnership Initiative
• Order authorizing contract with CivicPlus for brewermaine.gov website overhaul and upgrade
• Order authorizing contract with Sutherland Weston to design new City of Brewer logo
• Order amending Chapter 24 Land Use Code (performance standards and definitions)
• Order reconsidering purchase of two replacement police vehicles to update vehicle information

The Brewer City Council unanimously approved a consent calendar that included ratifying a roughly 4% pay increase for police command and patrol unions, authorizing a $36,303.10 contract with CivicPlus for a website overhaul, and contracting with CAI Technologies for GIS updates. The Council also established a Library Advisory Commission and appointed five members to it, and approved a land use code amendment regulating electric vehicle charging infrastructure. All votes were unanimous.

• Ratified police union pay scale amendment (~4% increase, $45K funded from interest earnings) (5-0)
• Authorized $36,303.10 contract with CivicPlus for brewermaine.gov website overhaul (5-0)
• Authorized $31,300 contract with CAI Technologies for GIS data conversion and tax map updates (5-0)
• Established Library Advisory Commission to study new library feasibility (5-0)
• Appointed 5 members to Library Advisory Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Land Use Code amendment regulating EV charging infrastructure (5-0)
• Authorized $10,000 contract with Sutherland Weston for new city logo design (5-0)
• Reconsidered police vehicle purchase order to correct trade-in information (5-0)

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold public hearings and reviews for two new site plan applications. The board will also consider a request to extend a previous site plan approval.

• Site Plan Review for renovation of 38 North Main Street into two apartments
• Site Plan Review for a 15,286 sq. ft. five-unit building and coffee shop with drive-thru at 541 Wilson Street
• Request for extension of Site Plan approval for M.F. Dream, LLC at 46 Acme Road

Planning Board

The Brewer Planning Board will hold public hearings and review two site plan applications: one to convert a single-family building at 38 North Main Street into two apartments, and another for a 15,286 sq. ft. five-unit building with a coffee shop and drive-thru at 541 Wilson Street. The board will also consider a request to extend a prior site plan approval for a project at 46 Acme Road. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Site plan review for Constructive Property Solutions: renovate single-family building at 38 North Main Street into two apartments (Tax Map 29 Lots 120-122)
• Site plan review for Outlook Associates: 15,286 sq. ft. five-unit building with coffee shop and drive-thru at 541 Wilson Street (Tax Map 7 Lots 14, 15A)
• Extension request for M.F. Dream, LLC at 46 Acme Road (Tax Map 50 Lot 11)
• Public hearings will be held for the two site plan review applications