Farmington Board of Selectmen Archives

Farmington board takes first look at proposed budget

by Pam Harnden January 19, 2022

With town officials looking to make employees’ pay scales in line with similar Maine towns, a total budget is not available yet.

Farmington Selectmen also discussed how to use American Rescue Plan Act funds.

A $2 million federal grant to be submitted later this month requires commitment now from local or state sources for 20% matching funds.

Crossing the Sandy River, it would be longest pedestrian, longest single-span snowmobile bridge in the state.

Selectmen will consider a request to increase the number of marijuana facilities in Farmington when they conduct a planned review of the ordinance.

The Franklin Journal looks back on a busy year full of ups and downs.

Treasurer LucyAnn Cook resigned earlier this month and only one person, who wasn’t qualified, applied.

No commitments were made on financial support for the Rail Trail Bridge or how to use American Rescue Plan Act funds.

After Treasurer LucyAnn Cook resigned, one person applied but was not qualified for the job.

The cost of living adjustment for employees next year will cost the town just over $177,000.