Lisbon Town Manager Glenn Michalowski has submitted his 30-day notice of resignation.

Hired as town manager in October 2022, Michalowski received a three-year contract extension from the Town Council three months ago, which paid him $118,955.20 in the first year.

“Serving the Town of Lisbon has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my professional life,” Michalowski wrote in his letter of resignation. “I am deeply grateful for the trust this council placed in me, to the partnership of an extraordinary staff and for the residents who remind us every day why local government matters.”

The Town Council is slated to act Tuesday on his resignation and hire HR Maine Consulting to conduct a search for the next town manager.

A New Jersey native, Michalowski graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in public administration and moved to Maine in 2021.

Michalowski had previously served as assistant town manager in Maplewood, New Jersey, a community of 25,000.

In his letter, Michalowski praises the community for how they came together during “times of crisis with compassion — from our coordinated response during the ‘Do Not Drink’ order to the strength shown following the Lewiston tragedy, the Sabattus shooting, and the loss of Kylee Turcotte to domestic violence. I’m proud to have stood beside our first responders and staff during those defining moments.”

Michalowski’s letter makes no mention of the firestorm that has crippled his administration for much of 2025. An accounting error figuring out last year’s tax rate plunged the town over a financial cliff.

To recover from the costly mistake, taxes have risen about 20%. Residents have revolted against the Town Council and Michalowski, and have taken out their frustration by twice voting down the school budget. A third vote scheduled is for November.

Lisbon is expected to hire an interim town manager to serve until the next manager can be hired.

Michalowski did not provide a hint as to his future plans.

“This role demands focus, time, and presence which often comes at the expense of family and personal life,” he said. “As I look toward the next chapter, I’m seeking greater flexibility while leaving Lisbon in strong hands. Over the next month, I’ll prepare a transition plan to ensure a smooth handoff and continued success.”