Sagadahoc County public meetings in 2021
15 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
12.14.2021
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will vote on several administrative actions, including equipment replacements and staffing authorizations. The body will also discuss the use of ARPA funds for premium pay and non-county requests.
- Patrol Vehicles Bid Award
- Authorization to hire a Dispatcher and Communications Deputy Director
- Replacement of Spillman Server
- Request for use of ARPA Funds for premium pay for County Departments
- Personnel Policy Amendment for Earned Paid Leave (EPL)
11-09-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to act on several agreements and job descriptions. The body will also discuss a possible review schedule for ARPA funds.
- Consideration of elimination of the Board of Assessment Review
- Agreement with Glen Fitzpatrick for storage and vehicle services
- Job description of the MDEA Drug Detective in the Sheriff’s Office
- Maine County EMA Mutual Aid Agreement
- ARPA possible review schedule
10-12-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will vote on several authorizations, including patrol vehicle bids and a contract for a communications project. The body will also discuss potential county projects funded by ARPA and compensation requests from the Board of Assessment Review.
- Authorization to accept bid for patrol vehicles
- Mutual aid agreements for policing services with Brunswick, Lisbon, and Topsham
- Contract with Communications Design Consulting Group, LLC for Phase 2 of Communications Project
- Authorization to proceed with stair tower repair
- Authorization to hire custodian
9-14-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on their Remote Meeting Participation Policy before taking a final vote on it. The body will also act on an Acceptable Use Policy and authorize the solicitation of bids for patrol vehicles. Additionally, the agenda includes a discussion of ARPA funds and a request for compensation from the Board of Assessment Review.
- Act on Remote Meeting Participation Policy
- Act on Acceptable Use Policy
- Authorization to Solicit Bids for Patrol Vehicles
- Discussion of ARPA
- Request from Board of Assessment Review for Compensation
9-14-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a Remote Meeting Participation Policy. The body will also consider an Acceptable Use Policy and the authorization to solicit bids for patrol vehicles.
- Public hearing and action on Remote Meeting Participation Policy
- Action on Acceptable Use Policy
- Authorization to solicit bids for patrol vehicles
- Discussion on Board of Assessment Review compensation request
- Discussion on ARPA
8-17-21
The Commissioners will consider several action items including appointments and hiring authorizations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the ARPA decision process and a remote meeting policy.
- Appointment of Provisional Treasurer
- Memorandums of Agreement with Transport Association and Deputy Sheriff's Association
- Approval of Probate Clerk job description and hiring authorization
- Bank account authorizations
- Draft ARPA Decision Process discussion
7-13-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will vote on several staffing authorizations and the 2021 municipal tax warrant and interest rate. The body will also discuss ARPA funding requests and the courthouse roof project.
- Authorization to hire three dispatchers and a part-time IT technician
- Purchase of a transport vehicle
- 2021 Municipal Tax Warrant and Interest Rate
- Personnel Policy Amendment regarding Section 7.4 Deferred Compensation
- Discussion of ARPA Funding Requests and Decision Process
6-8-21
The Board of Commissioners adopted the fiscal year 2021-22 budget, which includes setting tax levies and reserve funds. Additional actions included approving personnel transfers for the Sheriff's Department and renewing a contract with the Midcoast Economic Development District.
- Adoption of Resolution 2021-2: FY 2021-22 Budget
- Annual agreement with MCEDD for Community and Economic Development Services
- Personnel transfers within the Sheriff's Department
- Reappointment of seven members to the Board of Health
- Update on self-funded health insurance pool status
6-8-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners adopted the FY 2021-22 budget via Resolution 2021-2, which sets tax levies and appropriates funds. The board also authorized an annual agreement with the Midcoast Economic Development District for community services and reappointed seven members to the Board of Health. Additionally, the commissioners approved personnel transfers within the Sheriff's Department and received updates on ARP funds and capital projects.
- Adoption of Resolution 2021-2 enacting the FY 2021-22 budget, including tax levies and reserve fund appropriations
- Authorization of annual agreement with Midcoast Economic Development District (MCEDD) for services from July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022
- Reappointment of seven individuals to the Sagadahoc County Board of Health for three-year terms beginning July 1, 2021
- Approval of personnel transfers moving Deputy Jullian to transport and Deputy Tim Robinson to patrol
- Update on ARP Funds, including a request for funding from Volunteers of America and inquiries from Richmond and Woolwich
5-21-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are meeting to discuss the authorization of four specific hires and one position start date. These items include roles for the District Attorney's office, Human Resources, and dispatch services.
- Hire Marc Brunelle as Domestic Violence Investigator at $27.50 per hour
- Authorization for Shaundra Vanella to begin Office Supervisor duties immediately at an additional cost of approximately $270
- Hire Amber Jones as HR Manager with a starting salary of $63,000
- Rehire Chaz Chastenay as Dispatcher at $22.81 per hour
5-11-2021
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative appointments and financial reports. The body will consider a resolution regarding the MePERS Special Plan 2C and a letter of engagement for the 2021 audit.
- Resolution 2021-1: Inclusion of Communications Department Employees in MePERS Special Plan 2C
- Letter of Engagement with RKO for 2021 Audit
- Appointment of Incoming Administrator to MCEDD Executive Committee, TBRJ Board, and as MCCA/Risk Pool Proxy
- Roof Project presentation by Eric Dube
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
3-26-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to consider two specific projects. They will also enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Roof/Steeple Project with Casco Bay Engineering
- Broadband/Communications System Projects with CDCG
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
3-16-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to discuss the budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The body will also receive an update on the Communications System Project.
- FY 2021-22 Budget Review and Discussion
- Communications System Project update
2-5-21
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will hold a public meeting via Zoom to consider a draft communications system report presented by Normand Boucher. The agenda includes only this item along with procedural matters, with no other substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- Draft Communications System Report presented by Normand Boucher
1-12-2021
The Sagadahoc County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to consider several business items, including authorizing a patrol deputy hire, formalizing sheriff's office promotions, extending Families First Coronavirus Response Act provisions, and recruiting a new county administrator. They will also discuss the FY 2021-22 budget calendar and elect a chair and vice chair for 2021.
- Authorization to hire patrol deputy
- Formalization of Sheriff's Office promotions
- Consideration of extending Families First Coronavirus Response Act provisions
- Recruitment of a new county administrator
- FY 2021-22 budget calendar and BAC caucuses