Windham public meetings in 2021

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will vote on a $4,790,410 general obligation bond issuance to fund the conversion of the Manchester Elementary School site into public recreational fields, road repairs, and a new fire truck. The meeting includes public hearings on three new business licenses, including two marijuana facilities and a junkyard, as well as the adoption of a resolution to amend the Marijuana Business Licensing Ordinance. Additionally, the Council will approve the disbursement of approximately $136,607 in pandemic-related staff bonuses using American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Authorization to issue $4,790,410 in general obligation bonds for Manchester Elementary School site renovation, road repairs, and a $550,000 fire truck purchase
• Public hearing on a new license for a junkyard/automobile graveyard at 971 Roosevelt Trail (Automill, LLC)
• Public hearing on a new Marijuana Manufacturing Facility application at 889 Roosevelt Trail (Sticky Bud Farms)
• Public hearing on a new Tier 1 Marijuana Cultivation Facility application at 312 Tandberg Trail (Uncle Buzzy’s Botanicals)
• Authorization to disburse $116,499.59 in ARPA funds for staff bonuses and $20,107.93 for additional staff bonuses

The Windham Town Council approved a $4,790,410 general obligation bond for recreational fields at Manchester Elementary School, road and parking lot improvements, and a fire truck. The Council also approved several other items, including a new marijuana manufacturing facility, ARPA-funded employee bonuses, and a purchase and sale agreement for land for the proposed Little Duck Pond Community Forest.

• Approved $4,790,410 general obligation bond for fields, roads, parking lot, and fire truck (7-0)
• Approved new marijuana manufacturing facility for Sticky Bud Farms at 889 Roosevelt Trail (7-0)
• Approved $116,499.59 in ARPA funds for employee bonuses (7-0)
• Approved $20,107.93 in bonuses for staff not meeting ARPA criteria (7-0)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement for Nash Road Rear parcels (7-0)
• Approved resolution updating electronic access to property tax data (7-0)
• Approved consent agreement for 23 Vista Drive setback variance, amended to $2,500 (7-0)
• Approved accepting Leonards Way and Persian Way as town ways, subject to easement (6-1)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone two parcels on Gunpowder Mill Road from Farm Residential to Medium-Density Residential. They will also review a sketch plan for a 30-unit apartment complex at Badger Run. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and may postpone items if time runs out.

• Rezone request for Tax Map 5, Lots 2 & 2C on Gunpowder Mill Road (20.8 acres) from FR to RM
• Badger Run Apartments: 30 units in 3 buildings on 1.8 acres, extending Badger Run
• Public comments received on the rezoning from Turner and Loura
• Public comment received on Badger Run from Sylvester
• Approval of November 22, 2021 minutes

The Planning Board voted unanimously to not recommend approval of a request to rezone two parcels on Gunpowder Mill Road from Farm Residential to Medium-Density Residential. The board cited concerns about spot zoning and the upcoming Little Falls/South Windham Master Plan. The board also scheduled a site walk and public hearing for the Badger Run Apartments sketch plan review.

• Not recommended approval of rezoning Gunpowder Mill Road parcels (Tax Map 5, Lots 2 & 2C) from FR to RM (unanimous)
• Scheduled site walk for Badger Run Apartments sketch plan (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Badger Run Apartments sketch plan (unanimous)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council is holding a special meeting for a goal-setting session and to discuss Freedom of Access training for public records and open meetings. The agenda includes a discussion of Council Goals & Objectives and a training item, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Freedom of Access - Public Records and Open Meetings Training (CD 21-138)
• Council Goals & Objectives Session (CD 21-165)

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting and workshop regarding designated private ways. The agenda also includes an executive session to consult with the town attorney regarding legal rights, duties, or pending litigation.

• Workshop on Designated Private Ways (CD 21-162)
• Executive session for legal consultation (21-248)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will conduct a site walk for two major subdivision proposals: The Heights at Colley Brook (six-lot conservation subdivision on Cooper Ridge) and the Amended Canada Hill Subdivision (14-lot conservation subdivision on Canada Hill and Highland Cliff roads). This is a site walk, not a televised meeting, and public comment is not permitted unless requested by the board.

• The Heights at Colley Brook Subdivision: 6-lot conservation subdivision on Cooper Ridge, Tax Map 10 Lot 23, Farm zone
• Amended Canada Hill Subdivision: 14-lot conservation subdivision on 51 acres, creating 13 new residential lots on a new road between Canada Hill Road and Highland Cliff Road
• Amended Canada Hill Subdivision includes 37.64 acres of open space
• Both proposals are in the Farm (F) zone

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the Sebago Solar project, a proposed 5MW solar farm on Pipeline Road, and will also review an amended sketch plan for a 14-lot conservation subdivision on Canada Hill Road and a request to rezone two parcels on Gunpowder Mill Road. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. Public comment is allowed during the hearing portion only.

• Sebago Solar: 19.9-acre, ~5MW solar project on Pipeline Road, abutting Raymond town line, in Light-Density Residential District
• Canada Hill Subdivision: 14-lot conservation subdivision with new road connecting Canada Hill Road to Highland Cliff Road
• Gunpowder Mill Road: request to rezone two parcels (20.8 acres) from Farm Residential to Medium-Density Residential
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting

Town Council

The Town of Windham Council will elect new officers and appoint members to various committees following the swearing-in of new councilors. The body will hold a public hearing on a replacement General Assistance Ordinance and authorize a $257,000 increase to the Portland Water District engineering contract, bringing the total project budget to $1,218,000. Additionally, the Council will confirm extensions for adult-use marijuana store applications and review the legal analysis for codifying town ordinances.

• Authorize Town Manager to increase Portland Water District engineering contract budget by $257,000 to a total of $1,218,000
• Public hearing on the adoption of a replacement General Assistance Ordinance (Chapter 111)
• Elect Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Parliamentarian of the Town Council
• Appoint representatives to Finance, Appointments, and other advisory committees
• Confirm extensions for JAR and Pauls Boutique adult-use marijuana store applications

The Windham Town Council approved an amended order confirming that adult-use marijuana store licenses for Jar Co. and Paul's Boutique were properly renewed and not forfeited, granting them until April 1, 2022, to open. The council also adopted a new General Assistance Ordinance, elected officers, appointed committee members, and authorized a $257,000 budget increase for a Portland Water District project.

• Approved amended order granting Jar Co. and Paul's Boutique until April 1, 2022, to open (7-0)
• Adopted replacement General Assistance Ordinance, Chapter 111 (7-0)
• Elected Jarrod Maxfield as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Mark Morrison as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Ed Ohmott as Parliamentarian (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Finance Committee: Nadeau, Morrison, Kalogerakis (7-0)
• Authorized $257,000 budget increase for Portland Water District project, new total $1,218,000 (7-0)
• Adopted Council Rules of Procedure (7-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a final plan review for a minor subdivision at 11 Androscoggin Street. The proposal involves dividing the existing lot into two and constructing a 2-unit duplex.

• Final plan review for PB 21-066: 11 Androscoggin Street Apartments minor subdivision
• Approval of October 25, 2021, meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications regarding land use in Windham. The board will consider a variance for a solar array at 994 Roosevelt Trail and a conditional use expansion for a residential treatment program at 86 Tandberg Trail.

• Variance request from Green Lantern Solar for an access road and solar array at 994 Roosevelt Trail
• Conditional Use expansion for Port City Architecture at 86 Tandberg Trail to include adolescent residential treatment
• Approval of October 7, 2021, meeting minutes

Town Council

The Windham Town Council is holding a special, non-televised meeting that consists almost entirely of an executive session. The session is to consult with the town attorney and discuss the condition, acquisition, or use of real property, as premature disclosure could hurt the town's bargaining position. The agenda contains no other business items beyond roll call, the pledge, and adjournment.

• Executive session under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(E) for attorney consultation
• Executive session under Title 1 MRSA §405(6)(C) regarding real property acquisition or use
• Item 21-213 with cover sheet attachment

The Windham Town Council met in a special executive session to consult with the town attorney and discuss real property matters. No substantive decisions were made in public; the council returned from the session with nothing to report and adjourned.

• Entered executive session (4-0, 3 absent)
• Returned from executive session (5-0, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0, 2 absent)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regarding the maintenance of designated private ways, and may act on it. The council will also consider renewal special amusement permits for two local businesses and discuss several items including a General Assistance ordinance update, planning board waivers, marijuana business licensing definitions, and short-term rentals.

• Public hearing on proposed Designated Private Ways Ordinance, Chapter 210
• Renewal Special Amusement permit for Lake Region Eagles Aerie #4352 at 456 Roosevelt Trail
• Renewal Special Amusement permit for JMA Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Pat's Pizza at 844 Roosevelt Trail
• Discussion of General Assistance Ordinance update (MMA)
• Discussion of Marijuana Business Licensing Ordinance definition clarifications

The Council approved the proposed Designated Private Ways Ordinance (21-190) on a 5-0 vote, with two members absent. The ordinance allows the town to continue plowing certain private roads, subject to conditions, and sets a deadline for property owners to offer easements. A public workshop is scheduled for December 7 to gather further input.

• Approved Designated Private Ways Ordinance (21-190) (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved renewal Special Amusement permit for Lake Region Eagles Aerie #4352 (5-0)
• Approved renewal Special Amusement permit for JMA Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Pat's Pizza (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a site walk and review two proposals by James Cummings. The first is a major site plan and minor subdivision for a 3-unit apartment building at 11 Androscoggin Street. The second is a minor subdivision at 68 High Street to create a single-family lot and a duplex lot. Both properties are in the Village Commercial zone.

• 11 Androscoggin Street: lot split and 3-unit apartment building (PB 21-059)
• 68 High Street: 3-lot subdivision with single-family and duplex lots (PB 21-060)
• Both properties in Village Commercial (VC) zone, Tax Map 37

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings and continue business on several site plan and subdivision applications. Key items include a major site plan amendment for a 5-acre parking expansion at Camping World, a minor subdivision sketch plan at 68 High Street, and a request to extend approval for a gravel pit. The board will also consider appointing a member to the Long Range Planning Committee.

• Camping World (formerly Lee's Family Trailer) proposes 5-acre parking expansion at 480 Roosevelt Trail
• 68 High Street subdivision: 3-lot minor subdivision sketch plan review
• Bangor Savings Bank parking expansion (15 spaces) at 6 Abby Road and 745 Roosevelt Trail — postponed to Nov. 8
• Les Wilson & Sons Pit requests 1-year extension for 4.8-acre mineral extraction approval
• Appointment of Planning Board member to Long Range Planning Committee

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will act on a public hearing for amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and a new Designated Private Ways Ordinance. The agenda includes approving a purchase and sale agreement for approximately 597 acres of the Morrell parcels, along with a Memorandum of Understanding with the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust. The Council will also authorize the purchase of a 2022 GMC 3500HD pickup truck for $60,000 and approve a growth permit for a single-family home in the Farm zone.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 199, and the Official Land Use Map.
• Public hearing on a proposed Designated Private Ways Ordinance, Chapter 210.
• Approval of a purchase and sale agreement for approximately 597 acres of the Morrell parcels.
• Authorization of up to 50% Town funding towards the purchase price of the Morrell parcels.
• Award of a bid for a 2022 GMC 3500HD 4x4 1-ton pickup and plow/sanding gear totaling $60,000.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals is continuing its September 16 meeting to hold public hearings on two applications. They will consider a variance request from Green Lantern Solar for a landlocked parcel at 994 Roosevelt Trail, and a conditional use expansion by Port City Architecture for a teen residential treatment program at 86 Tandberg Trail. The board will also review and approve the draft minutes from the September 16 meeting.

• Public hearing on ZBA 21-006: Green Lantern Solar variance from 150ft road frontage requirement at 994 Roosevelt Trail (Map 21 Lot 3) for solar array access road
• Public hearing on ZBA 21-007: Port City Architecture conditional use expansion at 86 Tandberg Trail for Day One/Smart Child and Family Services teen boys residential treatment program
• Approval of draft minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a site walk and sketch plan review for two proposed developments. The first is a commercial development on Turning Leaf Drive by Baker Brook Farm Creamery, LLC, and the second is an amendment to the Vintage Drive Subdivision on Roosevelt Trail. Both are at the sketch plan stage, meaning the board is reviewing initial concepts, not final approvals.

• Turning Leaf Drive Commercial Development: split lot and two commercial buildings, including retail agricultural store, creamery, and ice cream shop with drive-through (Tax Map 14, Lot 9 B12, C1 zone)
• Vintage Drive Subdivision amendment: revise Vintage Drive right-of-way and lot lines for Lots 3 and 4, with 30 residential units; Lots 1 and 2 remain for future commercial (626 Roosevelt Trail, Tax Map 52, Lot 24, C1 zone)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will vote on six applications for junkyard and automobile graveyard permits, including Atlas Auto Parts and Bob's Salvage. The body will also approve a five-year agreement with the Town of Gray for winter maintenance on Mt. Hunger Shore Road and accept Abenaki Drive as a town way. Additionally, the Council will discuss proposed amendments to the Land Use Ordinance regarding affordable housing standards and review federal ARPA funds.

• Approve permits for six junkyard/automobile graveyard operators, including Atlas Auto Parts, Bob's Salvage, J & M Used Auto Parts, Serve-U-Garage, River Road Storage, and Whitney's
• Approve a five-year agreement with the Town of Gray to extend winter maintenance to the portion of Mt. Hunger Shore Road located in Gray
• Accept Abenaki Drive as a town way and accept easements for the River Road Subdivision
• Appoint Raymond Batchelder Jr. to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Evert Krikken to the Planning Board for three-year terms
• Discuss Planning Board recommendations for amendments to Chapter 140 Land Use Ordinance related to Affordable Housing Standards

The Windham Town Council denied the junkyard permit for Lewis Weatherby and Michael Bryant d/b/a Atlas Auto Parts after accepting findings of fact that the operation was not permissible. The council approved junkyard permits for five other applicants, accepted Abenaki Drive as a town way contingent on easements, and approved a five-year winter maintenance agreement with Gray for Mt. Hunger Shore Road.

• Denied Atlas Auto Parts junkyard permit (7-0)
• Approved Bob's Salvage junkyard permit (7-0)
• Approved J & M Used Auto Parts junkyard permit (7-0)
• Approved Serve-U-Garage junkyard permit (7-0)
• Approved River Road Storage junkyard permit (7-0)
• Approved Whitney's junkyard permit (7-0)
• Accepted Abenaki Drive as town way contingent on easements (6-1)
• Approved 5-year winter maintenance agreement with Gray for Mt. Hunger Shore Road (7-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a site walk to review a major site plan amendment for Lee's Family Trailer (Camping World) to add 5 acres of parking on abutting undeveloped land behind Tractor Supply. The site walk is not televised and public comment is not permitted unless requested by the board.

• Major site plan amendment PB 21-055 for Lee's Family Trailer expansion
• Proposed 5-acre parking area expansion at 480 Roosevelt Trail
• Property identified as Tax Map 15, Lot 1A, Commercial 3 (C3) District
• Expansion onto 5.8-acre undeveloped abutting property behind Tractor Supply

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meets to review sketch plans for two major subdivision projects. The first is a 15-lot conservation subdivision on Gunpowder Mill Road. The second is an amendment to Chamberlain Estates on Manchester Drive, which would replace three duplexes with three 12-unit buildings, increasing total units to 70. Public comment is restricted during these reviews unless requested by the Board.

• PB 21-051: Sketch plan review for a 15-lot conservation subdivision on Gunpowder Mill Road (Robie Holdings, LLC).
• PB 21-056: First amended subdivision review for Chamberlain Estates on Manchester Drive (Robie Holdings, LLC).
• Chamberlain Estates amendment proposes replacing three duplexes with three 3-story, 12-unit buildings.
• Chamberlain Estates amendment would increase dwelling units to 70 total.

The Windham Planning Board held a sketch plan review for two major subdivisions proposed by Robie Holdings, LLC: a 15-lot conservation subdivision on Gunpowder Mill Road and an amended plan for Chamberlain Estates to replace duplexes with three 12-unit buildings. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed concerns and suggested a site walk for the Gunpowder Mill project. The meeting was procedural, with no votes on the proposals.

• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Gunpowder Mill Subdivision sketch plan; no action taken
• Discussed Chamberlain Estates amended subdivision sketch plan; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance and conditional use applications, and discuss adopting a remote meeting participation policy. The board will consider a variance for a solar array on a landlocked parcel and a conditional use expansion for a residential treatment program for teen boys.

• Public hearing: Green Lantern Solar variance for 150ft road frontage at 994 Roosevelt Trail (Map 21 Lot 3) to build access road and solar array
• Public hearing: Port City Architecture conditional use expansion at 86 Tandberg Trail (Day One/Smart Child and Family Services) for teen residential treatment
• Discussion: adoption of remote meeting participation policy for Planning Board

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a site walk at two locations and review two applications. One application seeks a variance to create an access road for a solar panel array on a landlocked parcel. The second application requests a conditional use expansion to renovate a building for a residential treatment program for teen boys.

• ZBA 21-006: Variance for Green Lantern Solar at 994 Roosevelt Trail to create access road and solar array infrastructure
• ZBA 21-007: Conditional Use expansion for Port City Architecture at 86 Tandberg Trail for teen boys residential treatment program

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the General Assistance Ordinance and the Marijuana Business Licensing fee schedule, then vote on a consent agenda that includes accepting Abenaki Drive as a town way, approving a Starbucks victualer's permit, and authorizing a $862,751.16 equipment purchase financed through a lease-purchase agreement. The council will also discuss town-plowed private road legislation, shoreland zoning amendments, and zoning map changes.

• Public hearing on General Assistance Ordinance amendments updating benefit maximums
• Public hearing on Marijuana Business Licensing fee schedule amendments
• Accept Abenaki Drive as a town way with shared use and stormwater easements
• Approve Starbucks victualer's permit at 799 Roosevelt Trail
• Authorize $862,751.16 equipment purchase and lease-purchase agreement

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review a five-lot conservation subdivision on Cooper Ridge Road and an amended subdivision for 6 Kelli Lane. The board will also hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on adopting a remote meeting participation policy.

• Sketch plan review for a five-lot conservation subdivision on Cooper Ridge Road
• Amended subdivision review for 6 Kelli Lane involving a 5,372 square foot lot transfer
• Public hearing and vote to adopt a Remote Meeting Participation Policy
• Postponement request for the Gunpowder Mill Subdivision sketch plan review to September 27, 2021

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold public hearings on amendments to the Land Use Ordinance to create two new zoning districts (Windham Center and Village Residential) and to add affordable housing standards in several districts. The board will also conduct sketch plan reviews for several proposed developments, including an 8-unit apartment building, a 3-lot subdivision, a 30-unit residential development, and a commercial creamery project. One subdivision amendment has been withdrawn and will not be reviewed.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments creating Windham Center (WC) and Village Residential (VR) districts (PB 21-042)
• Public hearing on affordable housing standards for C-1, C-2, RM, VC, and WC districts (PB 21-043)
• Sketch plan review: 8-unit apartment building at 11 Androscoggin Street (PB 21-044)
• Sketch plan review: 3-lot subdivision at 68 High Street (PB 21-045)
• Sketch plan review: 30-unit residential development at Vintage Drive, 626 Roosevelt Trail (PB 21-046)

The Planning Board voted to forward a positive recommendation to the Town Council for the proposed Windham Center (WC) and Village Residential (VR) zoning districts, but with significant limitations: the WC district would be limited to the Route 202/River Road corridors, business sizes capped at 1,000 square feet, theaters allowed but not cinemas, sidewalks mandatory, and drive-throughs prohibited. The board also recommended approval of affordable housing standards amendments, but that motion passed 2-2 (with two opposed). Several sketch plan reviews were discussed but no final decisions were made on them.

• Forwarded positive recommendation for Windham Center/Village Residential zoning amendments with limitations (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Affordable Housing standards amendments (2-2, with Keith Elder and Rick Yost opposed)
• Discussed sketch plans for 11 Androscoggin Street apartments, 68 High Street subdivision, Vintage Drive subdivision, Turning Leaf Drive commercial development, and Newbury Ridge Lot 2 (no final decisions)
• Approved minutes of July 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council is holding a special meeting to set the property tax rate for fiscal year 2021-2022. The agenda includes only this item, with the rate to be determined and a commitment memo attached. No other business is scheduled.

• Set tax rate for 2021-2022 (rate to be determined, per $1,000 assessed value)

The Town Council voted 4-1 to set the 2021-2022 tax rate at $12.60 per $1,000 of assessed value, after rejecting higher rates of $12.70, $12.65, and $12.60 in earlier votes. The decision followed discussion about the impact of the recent revaluation and the recommended range of $12.50 to $12.70 from the town manager.

• Set 2021-2022 mill rate at $12.60 (4-1)
• Rejected $12.70 mill rate (3-2)
• Rejected $12.60 mill rate (2-3)
• Rejected $12.65 mill rate (3-2)
• Rejected $12.65 mill rate (3-1-1)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold public hearings on amending the Property Tax Assistance Program to waive the age requirement for completely disabled residents, and on renewing adult use marijuana and medical marijuana caregiver retail store licenses. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including setting tax due dates and interest rates, and several license applications. Discussion items include proposed fee changes, town-plowed private road legislation, and zoning map changes.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 112 to waive age requirement for disabled residents in Property Tax Assistance Program
• Public hearing on renewal of Adult Use Marijuana Stores and Medical Marijuana Caregiver Retail Stores licenses for one year
• Set 2021-2022 tax due dates as October 1, 2021 and April 1, 2022; interest rate on overdue taxes at 6%
• Write off 13 uncollected personal property tax accounts totaling $3,365.53
• New Victualer's permits for Elliott Nutrition (765 Roosevelt Trail #8) and Ironclad Eats Food Truck; Secondhand Dealer's License for ecoATM LLC at 30 Landing Road

The Town Council approved an ordinance amendment waiving the age requirement for the Property Tax Assistance Program for residents who are completely disabled, and renewed adult use marijuana and medical marijuana caregiver retail store licenses for one year. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included setting tax due dates, interest rates, and several license renewals. A request from a resident to reconsider a property foreclosure decision was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Property Tax Assistance Program amendment waiving age requirement for completely disabled residents (6-0)
• Approved one-year renewals for Adult Use Marijuana Stores and Medical Marijuana Caregiver Retail Stores (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda setting 2021-2022 tax due dates as Oct 1, 2021 and Apr 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda setting 6% interest rate on overdue taxes for 2021-2022 (6-0)
• Approved write-off of 13 uncollected personal property tax accounts totaling $3,365.53 (6-0)
• Approved property tax assistance applications under Chapter 112 (6-0)
• Elected Councilor Ohmott as Parliamentarian (6-0)
• Approved new Victualer's permits for Elliott Nutrition and Ironclad Eats Food Truck (6-0)

Planning Board

The August 9, 2021, meeting was postponed to August 23, 2021, because a quorum was not reached. The scheduled agenda included discussions on new zoning districts and affordable housing standards.

• Creation of Windham Center (WC) and Village Residential (VR) zoning districts
• Proposed Affordable Housing Standards for several commercial and residential districts
• Sketch plan review for an 8-unit apartment building at 11 Androscoggin Street
• Minor subdivision sketch plan for a 3-lot development at 68 High Street
• Major subdivision and site plan review for 30 residential units at 626 Roosevelt Trail

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 5, 2021, is postponed until September 2, 2021, because a quorum was not reached. The agenda includes two public hearings: a variance request for a solar project and a conditional use expansion for a residential treatment program. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Postponed to September 2, 2021 due to lack of quorum
• ZBA 21-006: Variance for 150ft road frontage at 994 Roosevelt Trail for solar array (Green Lantern Solar)
• ZBA 21-007: Conditional use expansion at 86 Tandberg Trail for teen residential treatment (Port City Architecture)
• Draft minutes from February 4, 2021 to be reviewed

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a site plan to redevelop the former South Windham Fire Station into a restaurant and brewery. The board will also consider multiple amendments to shoreland zoning, land use maps, and the creation of new zoning districts.

• Site plan review for restaurant/brewery at 8 Main Street
• Shoreland Zoning Ordinance amendments regarding freshwater wetlands
• Land Use Map amendments for Pleasant River and Stream Protection Districts
• Creation of Windham Center (WC) and Village Residential (VR) zoning districts
• Creation of Affordable Housing Standards for several commercial and residential districts

The Planning Board approved the site plan and shoreland zoning applications for the redevelopment of the former South Windham Fire Station at 8 Main Street into a restaurant/brewery. The approval includes waivers for parking space dimensions and location. The Board also voted to recommend approval of amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and Land Use Map for freshwater wetlands, but voted not to recommend amendments for the Pleasant River Resource Protection District and Stream Protection District.

• Approved site plan and shoreland zoning for 8 Main St restaurant/brewery (all in favor)
• Approved parking waivers for reduced space size and front property line setback (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and Land Use Map amendments for freshwater wetlands (3-3)
• Voted not to recommend Pleasant River RP District map amendments (5-1)
• Voted not to recommend Stream Protection District map amendments (5-1)
• Approved June 28, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold public hearings on amendments to marijuana licensing, growth management, and traffic ordinances. The body will also vote to authorize up to $4,240,410 for property renovation and road repairs, and up to $550,000 for a new fire truck. Additionally, the council will accept a donation of two mini-buses from RTP for the Fire-Rescue Department.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Marijuana Business Licensing Ordinance (Chapter 160).
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Growth Ordinance (Chapter 116).
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Vehicles and Traffic Ordinance (Chapter 227).
• Authorization to reimburse expenditures not to exceed $4,240,410 for Manchester Elementary School renovation and town road repairs.
• Authorization to reimburse expenditures not to exceed $550,000 for the acquisition of a fire truck.

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a site walk for a minor site plan and shoreland zoning application to redevelop the former South Windham Fire Station at 8 Main Street into a restaurant and brewery. The project includes renovating the 3,850-square-foot building into a 130-seat restaurant with outdoor seating, and involves disturbance within 75 feet of the Presumpscot River. The board is reviewing the application, which has gone through multiple revisions and staff reviews.

• Minor site plan and shoreland zoning application for 8 Main Street (Tax Map 38, Lot 12)
• Redevelopment of former fire station into restaurant/brewery by Great Falls Construction
• Renovation of 3,850 SF space into 130-seat restaurant with two outdoor brick patio areas
• Site disturbance within 75 feet of the Presumpscot River
• Zone: Village Commercial and General Development (VC/GD)

Planning Board

The July 12, 2021, Planning Board meeting for the Town of Windham was postponed until July 26, 2021, because a quorum could not be established. Consequently, no items on the agenda were decided or discussed at this session. The original agenda included public hearings for a fire station redevelopment and several zoning ordinance amendments.

• Meeting postponed to July 26, 2021, due to lack of quorum
• Agenda item PB 21-040: Redevelopment of 21-10 South Windham Fire Station into a restaurant/brewery at 8 Main Street
• Agenda item PB 21-033: Proposed amendments to Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Chapter 199 regarding freshwater wetlands
• Agenda item PB 21-039: Proposed creation of two new zoning districts, Windham Center (WC) and Village Residential (VR)
• Agenda item PB 21-041: Proposed Affordable Housing Standards for Commercial and Residential districts

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a final major site plan review for a proposed Tier 3 marijuana cultivation facility. The project, submitted by S&N Investments LLC, involves a 7,488 square foot facility located at 24 Gambo Road.

• Final plan review for 7,488 sq ft Tier 3 Marijuana Cultivation Facility
• Site plan review for 24 Gambo Road (Tax Map: 41, Lot 4)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meets remotely to conduct a public hearing on the final major site plan for a 7,488 sq ft Tier 3 Marijuana Cultivation Facility at 24 Gambo Road. The board also considers amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Official Land Use Map regarding freshwater wetlands, the Pleasant River Resource Protection District, and Stream Protection Districts.

• Final plan review for S&N Investments LLC's 7,488 sq ft Tier 3 Marijuana Cultivation Facility at 24 Gambo Road (Tax Map 41, Lot 4, Industrial Zone)
• Amendments to Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Chapter 199 and Official Land Use Map related to freshwater wetlands
• Amendment to Official Land Use Map for the Pleasant River Resource Protection District
• Amendment to Official Land Use Map for the Stream Protection District

The Windham Planning Board approved the major site plan for a Tier 3 marijuana cultivation facility at 24 Gambo Road, with conditions including enhanced landscaping and venting away from the trail. The board also granted two stormwater waiver requests and continued three shoreland zoning amendments to July 12, 2021, after public concerns.

• Approved major site plan for 7,488 sq ft marijuana cultivation facility at 24 Gambo Road (4-0)
• Granted two DEP stormwater waiver requests (4-0)
• Continued shoreland zoning ordinance amendments to July 12, 2021 (4-0)
• Continued Pleasant River Resource Protection District map amendment to July 12, 2021 (4-0)
• Continued Stream Protection District map amendment to July 12, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss proposed changes to the Vehicles & Traffic Ordinance regarding parking restrictions on Forsythia Lane. The meeting also includes discussions on marijuana license fee grant program updates, tax-acquired properties, and potential land use ordinance amendments.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 227 of the Vehicles & Traffic Ordinance regarding no parking/tow-away zones
• Consideration of parking restrictions for Forsythia Lane
• Update on Marijuana License Fee Fund Educational Grant Program rollout
• Review of Town tax acquired properties obtained by automatic foreclosure
• Discussion of Long Range Planning Committee recommendations for Windham Center Land Use Ordinance amendments

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the Growth Ordinance and a new pawnbroker licensing ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions regarding parking restrictions on Forsythia Lane and land use recommendations for the Windham Center Growth Area.

• Public hearing on junkyard/automobile graveyard license name change at 26 Anthoine Road
• Public hearing on proposed Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers Licensing Ordinance
• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Growth Ordinance
• Granting of conservation and trail easement to Presumpscot Regional Land Trust for Lowell Preserve
• Approval of various victualer's permit applications including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Portland Pie Windham

The Town Council denied a junkyard/automobile graveyard permit application for 26 Anthoine Road after the applicant withdrew, citing the business's dissolved corporation and lapsed non-conforming use. The Council also approved amendments to the Growth Ordinance, increasing the annual growth permit limit to 135 and making it effective immediately as an emergency ordinance. Several other permits and licenses were approved, including new food vendor and amusement permits.

• Denied junkyard/auto graveyard permit for 26 Anthoine Road after applicant withdrew (6-0)
• Approved Growth Ordinance amendments raising annual permits to 135, effective immediately (5-1)
• Approved Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers Licensing Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved policy on Disposition of Tax-Acquired Property (7-0)
• Approved conservation and trail easements for Lowell Preserve with Presumpscot Regional Land Trust (7-0)
• Approved new Chipotle Mexican Grill victualer's permit at 799 Roosevelt Trail (7-0)
• Approved new Portland Pie Windham special amusement permit and liquor license extension (7-0)
• Approved multiple new food vendor permits (Great Scott's Mac Wagon, Fred's Fried Dough, Luchador Tacos, Betty ReeZ WhoopieZ) (7-0)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a remote meeting on June 15, 2021, to enter executive session for two specific purposes. The first session addresses a personnel matter, while the second concerns the condition, acquisition, or use of real or personal property. No public agenda items or decisions are listed outside of these closed sessions.

• Executive session to discuss a personnel matter under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(A).
• Executive session to discuss real or personal property interests under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(C).

The Windham Town Council met in a special session on June 15, 2021, and entered two executive sessions: one to discuss a personnel matter and another to discuss real estate acquisition. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council adjourned after returning from the second executive session.

• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (5-0, 2 absent)
• Returned from personnel executive session (7-0)
• Entered executive session for real estate discussion (7-0)
• Returned from real estate executive session (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0, 1 absent)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a remote meeting to discuss and potentially approve amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and the Official Land Use Map. The agenda includes three specific items related to freshwater wetlands, the Pleasant River Resource Protection District, and Stream Protection Districts. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting.

• PB 21-028: Amendments to Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Chapter 199 and Official Land Use Map for freshwater wetlands
• PB 21-029: Amendment to Official Land Use Map for Pleasant River Resource Protection District
• PB 21-030: Amendment to Official Land Use Map for Stream Protection District
• Approval of minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting (PB 21-031)

The Windham Planning Board held a remote meeting on June 14, 2021, and approved the minutes from May 10, 2021. The board discussed three proposed amendments to the Shoreland Zoning Ordinance and Official Land Use Map related to freshwater wetlands, the Pleasant River Resource Protection District, and the Stream Protection District. No votes were taken on these amendments; they were only discussed.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2021 (unanimous)
• Discussed amendments to Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Chapter 199 and Land Use Map for freshwater wetlands (no vote)
• Discussed amendment to Official Land Use Map for Pleasant River Resource Protection District (no vote)
• Discussed amendment to Official Land Use Map for Stream Protection District (no vote)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed ordinances regarding vehicle weight on posted ways and surface water protection. The agenda also includes reviewing a new marijuana manufacturing facility application and several committee appointments.

• Public hearing on Restriction of Vehicle Weight on Posted Ways Ordinance
• Public hearing on amendments to the Surface Water Protection Ordinance
• Application for a new Tier 1 Marijuana Manufacturing Facility at 639 Roosevelt Trail
• License and name change for SOS Auto Salvage at 26 Anthoine Road
• Special Amusement permit renewal for Gilberts Chowder House II at 61 Tandberg Trail

The Windham Town Council approved a new ordinance restricting vehicle weight on posted roads, allowing local enforcement instead of relying on state DOT rules. They also expanded the Surface Water Protection Ordinance's phosphorus and stormwater standards to the Shoreland Zone, and approved a new marijuana manufacturing facility for Jacko Labs LLC at 639 Roosevelt Trail. The council postponed a junkyard license decision for SOS Auto Salvage to June 15, and appointed Ed Ohmott to fill a vacant council seat.

• Approved Restriction of Vehicle Weight on Posted Ways Ordinance (5-0, Nangle abstained)
• Approved Surface Water Protection Ordinance amendments expanding standards to Shoreland Zone (6-0)
• Approved new Marijuana Manufacturing Facility Tier 1 for Jacko Labs LLC (4-2)
• Postponed junkyard license for SOS Auto Salvage to June 15 (6-0)
• Appointed Ed Ohmott to fill vacant Councilor At-Large seat (5-1)
• Appointed Councilor Jones to Natural Resources Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Councilor Ohmott to Marijuana License Fee Committee (6-0)
• Approved Forsythia Lane as public way with easement to Donnabeth Lippman Park (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special meeting in executive session. The purpose of the meeting is to interview applicants for a vacant Council seat.

• Interviews for Council vacancy applicants in executive session

The Windham Town Council held a special meeting via Zoom to interview candidates for a vacant Council seat. The council voted 5-0 (with one absent) to enter executive session for the interviews and later returned to open session. No appointments or other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Entered executive session to interview council vacancy applicants (5-0, 1 absent)
• Returned from executive session (5-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2021-2022 municipal services budget. The agenda also includes decisions on vehicle leases, ordinance repeals, and a potential $625,000 fire truck purchase.

• Public hearing for fiscal year 2021-2022 municipal services budget
• Authorization of an E-One Rescue Pumper purchase not to exceed $625,000
• Approval of a 36-month lease for four electric vehicles from Rowe Ford
• Repeal of Police Department Ordinance (Chapter 30) and Fire Rescue Department Ordinance (Chapter 31)
• Setting poll hours and location for the June 8 RSU #14 Budget Validation Referendum

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meets remotely to review two major development applications. The board will consider the final plan for Chamberlain Estates, a 3-lot subdivision with 40 apartments, and the sketch plan for a Tier 3 marijuana cultivation facility on Gambo Road. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• PB 21-024: Final plan review for Chamberlain Estates, a 3-lot subdivision with 40 residential apartments in 20 duplex buildings on Manchester Drive and Basin Road.
• PB 21-025: Sketch plan review for a 7,488 sq ft Tier 3 Marijuana Cultivation Facility proposed by S&N Investments LLC on Gambo Road.
• Approval of minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting (PB 21-026).
• Meeting held remotely via Zoom under Maine emergency legislation due to COVID-19.

The Windham Planning Board approved the final plan for the Chamberlain Estates major subdivision, a 3-lot development with 40 residential apartments in 20 duplex buildings on Manchester Drive and Basin Road. The approval includes conditions such as payment of a traffic impact fee, connection to public sewer when available, and stormwater management requirements. The board also scheduled a public hearing and site walk for a proposed marijuana cultivation facility on Gambo Road.

• Approved final plan for Chamberlain Estates subdivision (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 26, 2021 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Gambo Road marijuana cultivation facility (4-0)
• Scheduled site walk for Gambo Road marijuana cultivation facility (4-0)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a public hearing on a junkyard license name change and new owner for J & M Used Auto Parts at 1011 Roosevelt Trail. The Council will also discuss the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget as referred by the Finance Committee, extend liquor license applications through June 30, 2022, and consider decommissioning the Public Dirt Roads Subcommittee. Several quarterly reports and a notice about a local opinion vote on alcohol sales are included for review.

• Public hearing on junkyard license name change to Matthew Herrick d/b/a J & M Used Auto Parts and Cores, owned by Jessica Glantz d/b/a Dynamic Duo, at 1011 Roosevelt Trail
• Discussion of proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including tax rate and revenue/expense documents
• Extension of approved liquor license applications through June 30, 2022
• Decommissioning the Public Dirt Roads Subcommittee
• Quarterly reports from Town Clerk, Library, Public Works, Police, Assessing, Parks and Recreation, HR/Social Services, Planning, and Finance

The Windham Town Council approved a new junkyard/automobile graveyard license with a name change for J & M Used Auto Parts and Cores at 1011 Roosevelt Trail, extended on-premise liquor licenses through June 30, 2022, and decommissioned the Public Dirt Roads Subcommittee. A motion to elect a Parliamentarian failed for lack of a motion and second. The council also discussed the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget.

• Approved junkyard license name change to J & M Used Auto Parts and Cores at 1011 Roosevelt Trail (6-0)
• Extended on-premise liquor licenses through June 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Decommissioned Public Dirt Roads Subcommittee (6-0)
• Motion to elect Parliamentarian failed for lack of motion and second

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review site plan amendments for the Public Safety Building expansion at 375 Gray Road. The agenda also includes a sketch plan review for a four-unit duplex subdivision and an amendment for Stark Self Storage.

• Site plan amendment for a 10,920 square foot addition to the Public Safety Building and a 1,305 square foot evidence storage building at 375 Gray Road
• Minor subdivision sketch plan review for two duplexes (4 units) at 216 Varney Mill Road
• Site plan amendment regarding building roof pitches for Stark Self Storage at 52 Roosevelt Trail

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is holding a site walk and meeting to review a major subdivision sketch plan for a 7-lot conservation subdivision on Frost Lane. The applicant, MB Contracting, LLC, is requesting review of the project, which is located on Tax Map 13, Lot 51 in the Farm Residential zone. This is a sketch plan review, meaning the board is considering the initial concept rather than granting final approval.

• 7-lot conservation subdivision proposed on Frost Lane
• Major subdivision sketch plan review by MB Contracting, LLC
• Property located on Tax Map 13, Lot 51, Farm Residential zone
• Site walk scheduled for 5:00 PM at Town Offices, 8 School Road

Finance Committee

The Windham Finance Committee will meet remotely via Zoom to conduct a review of the Town Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The meeting includes a deliberation session regarding the budget proposal.

• Review of Manager’s Proposed FY 21-22 Budget

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on proposed amendments to the Sewers Ordinance. The council will also consider several resolutions, including endorsing applications for federal funding for the Morrell land acquisition and a new storage facility for senior housing, as well as approving a $50,000 expenditure for a trail study. Other items include a license extension for a local restaurant and an easement for OTELCO.

• Public hearing on amendments to Sewers Ordinance, Chapter 195
• Resolution endorsing $1,000,000 federal funding request for Morrell land acquisition (585+ acres)
• Resolution endorsing $500,000 federal funding request for John A Andrews School storage facility replacement and senior housing
• Approve $50,000 expenditure (TIF and Recreation Impact fees) for Mountain Division Trail extension study
• Approve license extension for D & J Drouin LLC d/b/a Stockhouse Restaurant & Sandbar Pub

The Windham Town Council approved multiple resolutions and orders, including endorsing applications for federal funding for the Morrell land acquisition and a housing project, approving a sewer ordinance amendment, and accepting a councilor's resignation. All votes were unanimous among the six members present, with two councilors absent for some items.

• Approved amendments to Sewers Ordinance, Chapter 195 (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved proclamation for 'Week of the Young Child' (4-0, 2 absent)
• Accepted resignation of Councilor David Douglass (6-0)
• Endorsed $1M federal funding application for Morrell land acquisition (6-0)
• Endorsed $500K federal funding application for John A Andrews School storage facility replacement (6-0)
• Approved MOU with RSU 14 for Manchester School property improvements (6-0)
• Approved license extension for Stockhouse Restaurant & Sandbar Pub (6-0)
• Approved $50K expenditure for Mountain Division Trail design study (6-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a remote meeting to review two major development proposals. The first is a final site plan review for a 24-unit condominium building with two accessory storage buildings on Roosevelt Trail. The second is a sketch plan review for a 7-lot conservation subdivision on Frost Lane. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• PB 21-017: Final site plan review for 24-unit Fielding Apartments, Roosevelt Trail, Tax Map 51, Lot 4-1, Commercial 1 zone
• PB 21-018: Sketch plan review for 7-lot Frost Lane conservation subdivision, Tax Map 13, Lot 51, Farm Residential zone
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2021 meeting

The Windham Planning Board approved the final site plan for the 20-24 Fielding Apartments, a 24-unit condominium building with two accessory storage buildings on Roosevelt Trail, subject to conditions including impact fees. The board also granted waivers for a grassed esplanade, a single-side walkway, two curb cuts, and 8-foot parking spaces. In new business, the board scheduled a site walk and public hearing for the Frost Lane Subdivision sketch plan.

• Approved final site plan for 20-24 Fielding Apartments (5-0)
• Granted waiver for grassed esplanade and single-side walkway (5-0)
• Granted waiver for two curb cuts onto Vintage Drive Extension (5-0)
• Allowed 8-foot parallel parking spaces contingent on ordinance change (5-0)
• Found Fielding Apartments application complete (5-0)
• Scheduled site walk and public hearing for Frost Lane Subdivision (5-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold a site walk and sketch plan review for a major subdivision amendment. Chase Custom Homes and Finance is requesting to add 13 lots to the existing 20-30 Canada Hill subdivision, Phase 2. The property is on Highland Cliff Road and Canada Hill Road in the Farm zone. This is a sketch plan review, not a final decision.

• PB 21-008: 20-30 Canada Hill Subdivision, Phase 2 major subdivision sketch plan review
• Request to add 13 lots to a residential subdivision
• Property located on Highland Cliff Road and Canada Hill Road, Tax Map 4, Lot 9-14, Zone: Farm (F)
• Applicant: Chase Custom Homes and Finance
• Site walk at 5:00 PM at Town Offices, 8 School Road

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is meeting to review a minor site plan application (SR 027) from Jonlee Windham, LLC for a 4,560 square foot restaurant and coffee shop with a drive-thru at 799 Roosevelt Trail. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 15, 2021 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Minor site plan review for 4,560 sq ft restaurant/coffee shop with drive-thru at 799 Roosevelt Trail (Tax Map 70, Lot 14-L01, C-1 zone)
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2021 meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on new cannabis manufacturing and premises change applications at 771 Roosevelt Trail. The meeting also includes decisions on watershed protection grants, permit renewals, and board appointments.

• Public hearing for Cannabis Brand Services LLC marijuana manufacturing facility at 771 Roosevelt Trail, Suite 5
• Public hearing for Maine’s Alternative Caring LLC change of premise at 771 Roosevelt Trail
• Approval of watershed protection grant applications from fiscal year 2020-2021 funds
• Renewal of liquor license and special amusement permit for Erik’s Church LLC
• New Victualer’s permit application for Jersey Mike’s Subs at 795 Roosevelt Trail, Ste 4

The Windham Town Council approved a change of premise for Maine's Alternative Caring LLC and a new marijuana manufacturing facility for Cannabis Brand Services LLC at 771 Roosevelt Trail. It also approved several appointments, including Colin Swan to the Planning Board despite concerns about his ties to a developer, and renewed permits for Erik's Church. The council authorized the town manager to work on a private law regarding winter maintenance plowing and approved watershed protection grants.

• Approved change of premise for Maine's Alternative Caring LLC (5-0)
• Approved new marijuana manufacturing facility for Cannabis Brand Services LLC (4-1-1)
• Appointed Colin Swan to Planning Board (5-1)
• Appointed Kaitlyn Tuttle to Planning Board (6-0)
• Appointed Kayla Hartt to Library Board of Trustees (6-0)
• Approved watershed protection grants (6-0)
• Approved new Victualer's permit for Jersey Mike's Subs (6-0)
• Approved renewal Special Amusement permit and liquor license for Erik's Church (6-0)

Town Council

This is a special meeting called solely to enter executive session under Maine law. The council will consult with the town attorney about legal rights and duties, and discuss the condition, acquisition, or use of real property. No public action or decision is scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Executive session under Title 1 M.R.S.A. §405 (6) (E) for legal consultation
• Executive session under Title 1 M.R.S.A. §405 (6) (C) for real property discussion
• Remote meeting via Zoom; not televised

The Windham Town Council met remotely on March 22, 2021, and voted unanimously (6-0, with one absence) to enter executive session to consult with the town attorney and discuss real property matters. After reconvening, the council reported nothing from the session and adjourned. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Entered executive session (6-0, 1 absent)
• Exited executive session (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0, 1 absent)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board will hold final plan reviews for several major developments, including a Copart auto auction facility expansion, a 21-lot residential subdivision, and a self-storage facility, plus a preliminary review for a 40-unit apartment complex. The board will also consider a subdivision amendment to combine lots for Copart. Public comment is not allowed during these items unless requested by the board.

• PB 20-093: Amendment to combine Lots 5, 6, 7 and part of 15 into one 50.2-acre lot at 11 Bedrock Terrace for Copart of Connecticut
• PB 20-092: Final site plan for Copart Phase 2, a 7,200 sq ft office/warehouse and 25-acre gravel storage area on Bedrock Terrace
• PB 21-013: Final plan for Nelson Meadows, a 21-lot residential subdivision at 176 Albion Road
• PB 21-014: Final plan for Stark Self Storage, two buildings totaling 21,200 sq ft at 52 Roosevelt Trail
• PB 21-015: Preliminary plan for Chamberlain Estates, 40 apartments in 20 duplex buildings off Manchester Drive

The Windham Planning Board approved the 5th amended subdivision for Quarry Ridge Business Park, combining lots 5, 6, 7 and part of 15 into a 50.2-acre lot for Copart of Connecticut. The board also approved the final site plan and shoreland zoning permit for the Copart Phase 2 automobile auction facility, which includes a 7,200 sq ft building and 25-acre gravel storage area. Both approvals were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Quarry Ridge Business Park 5th Amended Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Copart Phase 2 site plan and shoreland zoning permit (6-0)
• Approved Nelson Meadows 21-lot residential subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Stark Self Storage site plan (6-0)
• Approved Chamberlain Estates preliminary subdivision (6-0)
• Granted waiver of commercial street standards for Chamberlain Estates (5-1)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2021 (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Windham Finance Committee is reviewing the Town Manager's proposed FY 2021-22 budget, covering departments such as Parks and Recreation, Fire-Rescue, Police, Public Works, and capital projects. The meeting includes scheduled times for each department's budget review, with public participation available via Zoom or phone.

• Review of Manager's Proposed FY 21-22 Budget (CD 21-049)
• Parks and Recreation Administration, Parks and Trails, Summerfest budgets (6:30 PM)
• Fire-Rescue Administration, Fire Hydrants, Emergency Mgmt, Fire Vehicle Maintenance (7:15 PM)
• Police Administration, Communications, Animal Control, Police Vehicle Maintenance (8:00 PM)
• Public Works, Highway Maintenance, Snow Removal, Waste Management, Capital, Sewer Fund, Recreation Program Fund (8:45 PM and 9:15 PM)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review the Town Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The review covers various municipal departments including Town Clerk, Information Services, and Code Enforcement.

• Review of Town Clerk budget
• Review of Collections budget
• Review of Insurance and Employee Benefits budget
• Review of Social Services and Tax Assistance Program budgets
• Review of Public Library and Town Management budgets

Town Council

The Town Council will consider referring the Town Manager's proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 to the Finance Committee. The meeting also includes discussions on tax acquired property policy and a manpower study.

• Referral of FY 2021-2022 proposed budget to the Finance Committee
• Approval of $4,510.34 write-off for eleven uncollected personal property tax accounts
• Approval of MDOT construction overlimit permit for Route 202 road improvements
• Renewal of Special Amusement permit for Binga’s Windham LLC at 106 Main Street
• Appointment of Keith Elder to the Planning Board for a term ending February 15, 2024

The Town Council approved several routine items, including a construction overlimit permit for Route 202 improvements, write-off of $4,510.34 in uncollected personal property taxes, and a renewal special amusement permit for Binga's Windham LLC. The council also referred the Town Manager's proposed FY2021-2022 budget to the Finance Committee for review, with discussion about the school budget and RSU. Appointments to the Planning Board and WEDC were approved, and a resignation from WEDC was accepted with a replacement appointed.

• Approved MDOT construction overlimit permit for Route 202 road improvements (6-0)
• Approved write-off of 11 uncollected personal property tax accounts totaling $4,510.34 (6-0)
• Approved renewal Special Amusement permit for Binga's Windham LLC at 106 Main Street (6-0)
• Referred FY2021-2022 budget to Finance Committee for review (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Keith Elder to Planning Board (5-1)
• Approved appointment of Beth Schidzig to WEDC (5-1)
• Accepted resignation of Jarrod Maxfield from WEDC and appointed Nicholas Kalogerakis to fill term (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 23 and Mar 2 meetings (6-0)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council is meeting remotely via Zoom. The only substantive item is a vote to enter executive session to consult with the town attorney about legal rights and duties, and to discuss the condition, acquisition, or use of real property. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with roll call, pledge, and adjournment.

• Executive session under Title 1 M.R.S.A. §405 (6) (E) for legal consultation
• Executive session under Title 1 M.R.S.A. §405 (6) (C) for real property discussion
• Remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 state of emergency

The Windham Town Council met remotely on March 8, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter executive session to consult with the town attorney and discuss real property matters. After returning, no action was reported, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Entered executive session for legal consultation and property discussion (7-0)
• Returned from executive session with nothing to report (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (7-0)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meets remotely to review four major development applications. The primary item is the final site plan review for the Sunrise Cove retirement community, which includes 60 dwelling units and six mixed-use units. The board also considers a sketch plan for 12 new lots in the Canada Hill Subdivision Phase 2, an expansion for Lee’s Family Trailer, and a parking lot expansion at Lowell Field.

• PB 21-007: Final review for 19-16 Sunrise Cove (formerly Twilight Cove) at 19 Roosevelt Trail, proposing 60 dwelling units and six mixed-use units.
• PB 21-008: Sketch plan review for 20-30 Canada Hill Subdivision Phase 2 on Highland Cliff Road and Canada Hill Road, adding 12 lots.
• PB 21-010: Site plan amendment for 20-01 Lee’s Family Trailer at 480 Roosevelt Trail and Danielle Drive to add 5 acres of parking.
• PB 21-011: Site plan amendment and conditional use for 20-02 Lowell Field Parking Lot Expansion at 45 Falmouth Road, adding 32 spaces.
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2021 meeting (PB 21-012).

The Windham Planning Board approved the final subdivision and Phase 1 site plan for the Sunrise Cove retirement community at 19 Roosevelt Trail, a 60-unit age-restricted development with six mixed-use units, subject to conditions. The board also scheduled public hearings and site walks for the Canada Hill subdivision Phase 2 and Lee's Family Trailer expansion, but denied scheduling for the Lowell Field parking lot expansion. Additionally, the board re-elected Keith Elder as Chair and Marge Govoni as Vice-Chair.

• Approved Sunrise Cove final subdivision and Phase 1 site plan (5-0) with conditions
• Scheduled public hearing for Canada Hill Phase 2 (5-0)
• Scheduled site walk for Canada Hill Phase 2 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Lee's Family Trailer expansion (4-1)
• Scheduled site walk for Lee's Family Trailer expansion (4-1)
• Denied scheduling public hearing for Lowell Field parking expansion (1-4)
• Denied scheduling site walk for Lowell Field parking expansion (2-3)
• Re-elected Keith Elder as Chair and Marge Govoni as Vice-Chair (4-0-1)

Town Council

The Town of Windham Council met remotely via Zoom on March 2, 2021, in accordance with state emergency legislation regarding COVID-19. The agenda consisted primarily of procedural items, including roll call and a pledge of allegiance. The only substantive action was entering executive session to consult with the Town attorney regarding legal rights and property interests.

• Executive session entered to consult with Town attorney on legal rights and duties
• Executive session entered to discuss condition, acquisition, or use of real or personal property

The Windham Town Council met on March 2, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter executive session to consult with the town attorney and discuss real property matters. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council returned from executive session and adjourned.

• Entered executive session (7-0)
• Returned from executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Ordinance (Chapter 204) and then vote on several items, including adjusting Planning Board term limits, setting seasonal road weight limits, writing off uncollected taxes, and extending snow plowing contracts. The agenda also includes discussion items on a watershed protection grant, a mutual aid compact, and zoning character-based codes.

• Public hearing on Solid Waste Ordinance Chapter 204 amendments
• Extend snow plowing contract with Adam Copp Inc. for 5 years, total $97,334.17
• Extend snow plowing contract with Sumerian Irrigation for 5 years, total $754,633.77
• Write off 9 uncollected personal property tax accounts totaling $1,923.20
• Adjust Planning Board term limits for Richard Yost and Marge Govoni to 2022

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board meets remotely to review four major development applications, including a 40-unit apartment complex, a self-storage facility, a retirement community, and a residential subdivision. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. Public testimony is permitted only during the public hearing portion of the agenda for the Chamberlain Estates project.

• PB 21-005: Preliminary plan review for 20-27 Chamberlain Estates, a 3-lot subdivision with 40 apartments in 20 duplex buildings on Manchester Drive.
• PB 21-006: Final plan review for 20-29 Stark Self Storage, consisting of an 8,000 sq ft and a 13,200 sq ft building on Self-Storage Drive.
• PB 21-007: Final review for 19-16 Sunrise Cove Retirement Community, including 60 dwelling units and six mixed-use units at 19 Roosevelt Trail.
• PB 21-008: Sketch plan review for 20-30 Canada Hill Subdivision Phase 2, an amendment to add 12 lots on Highland Cliff Road and Canada Hill Road.
• Approval of minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting.

Town Council

The Windham Town Council is holding a special meeting that consists of an executive session to discuss the condition, acquisition, or use of real or personal property attached to real property, where premature disclosure could prejudice the Town's competitive or bargaining position. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session under Title 1 MRSA §405 (6) (C) regarding real property interests
• Agenda item 21-042 with cover sheet
• Remote meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 emergency

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Marijuana Business Licensing Ordinance. The body will also approve the use of 20 growth permits for a multi-family subdivision and adopt an Open Space Master Plan. Additionally, the Council will finalize the purchase of the former South Windham Fire Station at 8 Main Street and review the Fiscal 2020 audit report.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Marijuana Business Licensing Ordinance (Chapter 160)
• Approval of 20 growth permits from the reserve pool for dwelling units in an approved multi-family subdivision
• Adoption of an Open Space Master Plan as a goal of the Comprehensive Master Plan
• Approval of an amendment to the purchase and sale agreement for the former South Windham Fire Station at 8 Main Street
• Discussion of Solid Waste Ordinance revisions (Chapter 204)

Planning Board

The Windham Planning Board is meeting remotely via Zoom to approve the minutes from January 11, 2021. The primary item on the agenda is the preliminary plan review for the Nelson Meadows major subdivision, a 22-lot residential development proposed by Grondin Corporation, Inc. at 176 Albion Road. The agenda notes that public comment is not allowed during the new business portion, though written comments may be submitted to the board.

• Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting (PB 21-004)
• Preliminary plan review for Nelson Meadows, a 22-lot residential subdivision at 176 Albion Road (PB 20-085)
• Review of attached documents including design plans, peer reviews, and a hydrogeologic assessment for the Nelson Meadows project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a conditional use application to expand an existing non-conforming use at 480 Roosevelt Trail (Map 15 Lot 1-A, Commercial-3 Zone). This item was tabled at the January 7, 2021 meeting, and the board will also review additional materials requested at that time. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and election of officers.

• Public hearing: ZBA 21-008, conditional use expansion of existing non-conforming use at 480 Roosevelt Trail (Map 15 Lot 1-A, C-3 zone)
• Review of additional materials requested by the board for 480 Roosevelt Trail (ZBA 21-003)
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2021 meeting
• Election of officers

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals is conducting a second site walk for case ZBA 21-001 at 480 Roosevelt Tr, Lee's Family Trailer. This is a field inspection, not a televised meeting, with social distancing and mask requirements. No decisions or discussions are listed on this agenda.

• Second site walk for ZBA 21-001 at 480 Roosevelt Tr, Lee's Family Trailer

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will hold public hearings to decide on amendments to the Roosevelt Trail Promenade TIF District and the creation of two new TIF districts: South Windham and Boody’s Corner. The meeting also includes approving a contract with the Animal Refuge League and writing off $2,120.05 in uncollected personal property taxes. Additionally, the council will discuss the Windham Open Space Master Plan, a request for growth permits for Chamberlain Estates, and clarifications to the marijuana licensing ordinance.

• Public hearing on the amendment of the Roosevelt Trail Promenade Tax Increment Financing District.
• Public hearing on the proposed South Windham Tax Increment Financing District and Development Program.
• Public hearing on the proposed Boody’s Corner Tax Increment Financing District and Development Program.
• Approval of the July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 contract for services provided by the Animal Refuge League.
• Approval of the write-off of four uncollected personal property tax accounts totaling $2,120.05.

Staff Review Committee

The Staff Review Committee is meeting to review a minor site plan application for a 12,350-square-foot marijuana cultivation facility proposed by Dwight Investments, LLC on Bedrock Terrace. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda includes one substantive item and is otherwise procedural.

• Minor site plan review for 12,350 sq ft cannabis cultivation facility (SR 025)
• Property located on Bedrock Terrace, Tax Map 21, Lot 15-3A, Enterprise Development zone
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2020 meeting
• Attachments include traffic memo, landscape plan, and DEP air emissions comments

Town Council

The Windham Town Council will vote on several financial actions, including the purchase of a new ambulance and a statistical revaluation contract. The agenda also includes endorsements for three Community Development Block Grant applications and the adoption of changes to employee benefits. Additionally, the Council will discuss proposed Tax Increment Finance districts and review a preliminary bond statement.

• Authorize purchase of a 2021 Braun Ambulance from Autotronics for up to $210,000
• Award $77,000 contract to Vision Government Solutions for town-wide statistical revaluation
• Endorse CDBG application for Little Falls - South Windham Village Master Plan (joint with Gorham)
• Endorse CDBG application for Economic Development and Job Creation Grant for former South Windham Fire Station
• Endorse CDBG application for parking and roadway improvements in South Windham

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting final plan reviews for two major development projects. The board will also review minutes from December 2020 meetings.

• Final plan review for a 24-unit condominium building and two storage buildings at Roosevelt Trail
• Final plan review and Shoreland Zoning Permit for a 7,200 square foot office/warehouse building and 25-acre gravel area on Bedrock Terrace
• Approval of December 14, 2020, and December 28, 2020, meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use expansion for an existing non-conforming use. The board will also conduct elections for the Chair and Vice Chair positions.

• Public Hearing: 21-01 Conditional Use Expansion at 480 Roosevelt Trail
• Election of ZBA Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of new Zoning Board of Appeals rules

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Windham Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting on-site at 7:00 AM on January 6, 2021, to inspect a property for case ZBA 20-006. The agenda lists only this site walk, which is not televised, and does not include any other public hearings or decisions.

• On-site inspection for ZBA 20-006 at 7:00 AM