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This month's focus: The Assessing Department MARCH, 2010 Property Assessment 101 for Saco property tax owners Senior Citizens of Saco get the job done! The Maine Homestead Exemption What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The Public Works Department FEBRUARY, 2010 Flood hazard information for 2010 Main Street lighting project Voters Pass Paving Bond... Now What? Recycling - beyond paper, plastic and glass What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The Administration Department JANUARY, 2010 A look at the 2009 Performance Report State of the City: Mayor Michaud's Speech to the Biddeford & Saco Chamber of Commerce on December 9, 2009 City of Saco Boards, Committees and Commissions: Updated 12/08/2009 An analysis of LD1 and the City of Saco What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The Administration Department DECEMBER, 2009 National case study includes Saco's website info center and online request system Citizens Rate the City's Service Delivery Performance Free energy surveys available from the Code Enforcement Office Saco Fire Department Central Fire Station construction special referendum on Feb 9, 2010 What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The Planning and Development Department NOVEMBER, 2009 A walk through the Saco Lowell Shops in 1944 On Exhibition at the Saco Museum Holiday events Horton Trail welcomes you this fall Eastern Trail coming to Saco Saco's RiverWalk Trail - several steps closer to completion Voters approve a $2.3M dollar bond for the maintenance of the city's road system What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The Fire Department OCTOBER, 2009 Saco, Biddeford fire department dispatch centers increase efficiency Saco Fire Department applies for station construction grant Saco's new rescue almost ready for service What's new on the website?

This month's focus: The City Clerk SEPTEMBER, 2009 Election season The Municipal General/Referendum and State Referendum Election are scheduled for November 3, 2009. The polls will be opened at the Saco Community Center, 75 Franklin Street from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Below are articles relating to the election. All wards to vote at Community Center Voter registration Absentee ballots Sample ballots Location of the City Clerk/Voter Registration Office And some non-election articles Dog licenses due at end of year What's new on the website?

This month's focus: Planning & Development Department AUGUST, 2009 The Eastern Trail is coming to Saco! Comprehensive plan update underway Maine Pine Tree Zone amendments permit benefits throughout Saco Historic District design guidelines to assist in downtown preservation What's new on the website?

This month's focus: Police Department JULY, 2009 Saco Police Department begins new program Hurricane ready in Maine Police Department 'goes green' with summer bike patrol Changes coming to Saco's public safety dispatch Saco shooter gets 29 years in jail What's new on the website?

This month's focus: Code Enforcement Department JUNE, 2009 City Inspections Department targeting blighted buildings Summer Electrical Safety Contractors & landlords corner: Lead issues Think safety first when installing a swimming pool What's new on the website?

This month's focus: Parks & Rec Department MAY, 2009 Parks and Recreation wins award for Community Center work 2009 Summer Teen Programs Parks and Rec summer camps 2009 Before and After School & Schools Out Camps Some frequently asked questions Saco Community Garden Saco Parks & Recreation 2009 Fall Soccer Registration July 13th - August 7th 2009

This month's focus: Assessing Department APRIL, 2009 Resolving the mystery: who gets the tax bill? Keeping tax values current Alpha character addresses What's new on the web?

This month's focus: Finance, Public Works, City Clerk and Planning Departments MARCH, 2009 Saco Transportation Center officially opened Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Calendar Plan for that emergency! The effect of proposed excise tax changes: a municipal point of view Saco and the president's economic stimulus funding Regional school unit board election results What's new on the web?

This month's focus: Boards & Committees FEBRUARY, 2009 Join a city board or committee Serving on a City board or commission is a way for the public to participate in the City's decision making process by advising the Mayor and Council on numerous issues. Descriptions of board and committees A list of current board members A downloadable application to serve on a board You may also apply online ALSO Performance review summary What's new on the web?

This month's focus: Administration DECEMBER, 2008 Fiscal Year 2010 Budget Calendar Strategic Vision December 2008 summary City Council adopts new strategic plan What's new on the web?

This month's focus: The Public Works Department The Economic Development Department NOVEMBER, 2008 Saco wastewater treatment facility establishes need for improvements Surf Street erosion control project Recent Grants in the Planning Department The push towards alternative energy 8,000 energy saving bulbs distributed by city What's new on the web?

This month's focus: The Fire Department OCTOBER, 2008 Saco Firefighter Retires After 35 Years of Service Saco Fire Department proposes ordinance change Buxton Road sidewalk project What's new on the web?

This month's focus: The City Clerk SEPTEMBER, 2008 It's election time Download an absentee ballot application Download sample ballots Changes in dog licensing Oil, Energy, and Tax Rebate Expo a success Note: Should residents need assistance pertaining to taxes, motor vehicle registration, hunting and fishing licenses you should contact the Finance Department at 282-1032.

This month's focus: Planning and Economic Development AUGUST, 2008 Development Remains Steady in Saco City Now Owns Cascade Falls Regional Saco Bay Plan Effort Under Way Saco Museum Head Appointed

This month's focus: The Police Department JULY, 2008 Speeding vehicles and "The Way Life Should Be" Citizens of Saco: Are You Ready? Keeping Our Waters Safe: Saco-Biddeford Harbor Patrol Identity Theft-It CAN Happen to You! Liquor Enforcement in Saco

This month's focus: The Parks & Rec Department JUNE, 2008 A busy year for Parks & Recreation Community Center undergoing renovations Parks & Recreation 3-day surf camp

This month's focus: The Public Works Department MAY, 2008 Single Sort Recycling Updates on street construction projects Main Street utility improvement project Phase II Holiday lighting for Main Street Update on Camp Ellis projects

This month's focus: The Code Enforcement Office APRIL, 2008 What's that crazy looking car on my construction site? Municipal inspections departments working cooperatively Commercial construction takes off in Saco 2008 National Electrical Code to be Considered for Adoption

This month's focus: The Assessor's Office MARCH, 2008 The Assessing Department and Personal Property Newsflash: Exemptions save you money Saco and the real estate market Property ownership issues

FEBRUARY, 2008 This month's focus: The 2009 budget. You may view a slideshow of the 2009 budget by clicking on the image below. Note: You need to have Javascript and popup windows enabled in order for this to work.

This month's focus: The Finance Office JANUARY, 2008 A graphic look at city finances: Property tax rates, general obligation debt Accepting Passport Applications: A New Service at City Hall Lockbox Payment Processing: Technology Supporting Saco's Goal of Service Excellence Taking Care of Business Online — Services available to citizens via the world wide web 2007 Citizen Centric Financial Report

DECEMBER, 2007 Saco's citizens offer good reviews of city 10 Easy Things Residents of Saco can do to fight global warming and save on energy bills New monthly addition to the Pepperell Post

NOVEMBER, 2007 Saco Voters Approve Bond for Eastern Trail Fenderson Road Reconstruction New hoists at Camp Ellis pier River Walk Trail - a slice of nature in downtown Saco Two new portraits hang on City Hall walls

OCTOBER, 2007 Biddeford and Saco Fire Departments Continue to work closer together Camp Ellis Fireman's Ladies Auxiliary Celebrates 60 Years of Service October Fire Prevention at Saco Schools

SEPTEMBER, 2007 News from the City Clerk's Office Dog Licensing for 2008 Election 2007

Short takes Council Sets Eastern Trail Vote AUGUST, 2007 Civil War exhibit at Saco Museum Saco Historic Resources Survey Almost Complete City of Saco - Joe Riley Quality Service Award Saco Designated a Preserve America Community Recent Planning Board Approvals The Planning Department from my perspective Saco profile PDF, 616K

Short takes Are you at risk for identity theft? Take this quiz and find out! JULY, 2007 Police Department Participates in Torch Run! Keeping Your Family Safe: Children & Computers School Resource Officer Michael Carrier Saco Police Employees Recognized Saco Emergency Management

JUNE, 2007 Community Center to become more efficient Women's softball league in full swing Saco Parks & Rec kinder camp There's a lot happening at Camp Ellis

Short takes Parks and Recreation Department seeking advisory committee members MAY, 2007 Saco meets Water Quality Milestones Parks & Rec wins Project Canopy grant Saco Parks & Recreation Summer Camps What does going to eco-maine mean to the City of Saco? Another summer begins at Camp Ellis pier Arbor Week proclamation

APRIL, 2007 Antique Appraisal Day May 19 at Saco Museum Accepting Passport Applications: A New Service at City Hall City of Saco Fiscal Year 2008 Proposed Budget City of Saco release "citizen centric" fiscal report to assess city performance honestly, clearly Sending Payments to Lewiston Issuing License Plates at City Hall

MARCH, 2007 Experienced Staff Eager to Assist You Saco Ranks High in New Housing Starts in 2006 Major Projects Underway in Saco Building Smarter Every Day Summer Safety Tips Sign Regulations Change

Short takes Attention travelers! Send my money to Lewiston? FEBRUARY, 2007 Environmental Protection Agency notes reuse of municipal landfill Superfund site Cutts Family Wraps Up Extended Vacation: Historic Couple Return to Saco Access Maps of the City of Saco

Short takes Middle Street-Burns School Construction Completed by Public Works Crews OCTOBER, 2006 Capital Projects on November Ballot Fairfield Street Reconstruction Project Shadagee Road Reconstruction Would Correct Hazards Sidewalk Would be Built on Garfield Street Temple, Green, Pleasant Streets: Drains, Sidewalks and Streets Projects Fenderson Road Construction Project Main Street Lighting Upgrade Planned Public Works Department Building Needs Will be the Subject of November Bond Referendum Factors in the Site Selection of the Public Works Department Facility Rehabilitation and Expansion to the Exisiting Facility Bond Vote Would Support Trail Construction

Short takes Stay on top of city events Thanks Keith! Transmission Line Project Notice List Being Formed JUNE, 2006 Partner Profile: PACTS City to provide temporary fix for Route 112 Waste wise: The litter - stormwater connection Saco Museum celebrates 140 years with major exhibition City of Saco Sustainability Committee Founding Statement, June 2006

Short takes TA, Ira Among Recent Planning Board Approvals Animal Control Car Among Items in City Surplus Sale MAY, 2006 "Green" Means Something New at SBSI City Seeking Land For Saco's Future Leslie Rounds Named Director at Dyer Library/Saco Museum Survey Assesses Satisfaction With City and Services Downtown revolving loan fund

Short takes Save time - pay online T-Ball Program Registration New Bank on Route 1 MARCH, 2006 What's up with assessments? Garden exhibit opens at Saco Museum City Council Adopts 2005 Electrical Code Tips from the Tree Warden Partner Profile: Biddeford Saco Area Economic Development Corporation Understanding the New CRT Law

Upcoming December: Newly elected Mayor, City Councilors & Board of Education sworn into office. NOVEMBER, 2005 FOCUS: THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Main Street & Pepperell Square Rehabilitation Project, November 2005 Trash and Recycling Cart Placement Practice Field Transformation Winter Operations

Upcoming November: Election day Nov. 8th December: Newly elected Mayor, City Councilors & Board of Education sworn into office. OCTOBER, 2005 FOCUS: THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT Downtown Project Nears Completion Mill Brook Business Park Readies for Sales Shaker Exhibition Extended At Saco Museum Condominium a Housing Trend in Saco Development Review in Saco Planning Board Pending Projects First Land Purchase Fall Leaf Collection Performance Report, Planning Department

Upcoming October: Absentee Ballots available November: Election day Nov. 8th December: Newly elected Mayor, City Councilors & Board of Education sworn into office. SEPTEMBER, 2005 FOCUS: THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Voting in Saco 2005 candidates Municipal referendum questions Registrar of Voters Registration Appeals Board Board of Education charter Changes Help America Vote Act & central voter registration system Dog licensing for 2006 City Clerk's and General Assistance Performance Report Household hazardous waste Coastal Waters Commission Shoreline Commission

Upcoming September: Taxes due Sept. 16th October: Absentee Ballots available November: Election day Nov. 8th December: Newly elected Mayor, City Councilors & Board of Education sworn into office. AUGUST, 2005 FOCUS: THE FIRE DEPARTMENT The changing fireground Volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention Saco's fire stations Fire Department Performance Report Office of Emergency Management Saco's citizen police academy Historic Preservation Commission Alfred Shaker exhibit now at Saco Museum

Upcoming August: Nomination papers due date in the City Clerk's office by 5:00 p.m. Aug. 29th. September: Taxes due Sept. 16th October: Absentee Ballots available November: Election day Nov. 8th December: Newly elected Mayor, City Councilors & Board of Education sworn into office. JULY, 2005 FOCUS: THE POLICE DEPARTMENT Criminal Investigation Division Protecting Your Identity in the Information Age Saco's "Jump-Start" Program One Cop, One Beat Traffic Safety Committee Police Department Performance Report

Upcoming July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations JUNE, 2005 FOCUS: THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Maine Games teaming with Saco Parks & Recreation to introduce "Saco's Fittest Kid" Program Change is in the air Watch us grow Fall 2005 Youth After School Programs Fall 2005 Registrations Early Registration Benefits All Program Participants The New Saco Community Center Recreation advisory board Recreation in Saco Trees in Saco Parks and Recreation Department Performance Report

Upcoming July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations MAY, 2005 FOCUS: THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Work Zone Safety Main Street and Pepperell Square Rehabilitation Project Compost IS recycling! Saco Solid Waste and Recycleables Annual Report 2004 Household Hazardous Waste Public Works Department Begins Development of Saco City Park 2005-06 Paving List Department of Public Works 2004 Performance Report

Upcoming July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations APRIL, 2005 FOCUS: THE CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICE Smoke detector requirements Changes in electrical code The Zoning Board of Appeals Signs, signs, everywhere there's signs Code Enforcement Office's 2004 Performance Report

Upcoming July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations MARCH, 2005 FOCUS: THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT City of Saco 5-Year Capital Improvement Program Fiscal Year 2006 Budget Calendar City Administrator's Fiscal Year 2006 Budget Submittal Tax Reform Works for Saco! What is Public Law 2? Finance Department's 2004 Performance Report

Upcoming March: Mooring Permits July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations FEBRUARY, 2005 FOCUS: THE ASSESSOR'S DEPARTMENT City of Saco Board of Assessment Review Commercial valuations Homestead exemption Property Tax & Rent Refund Programs City wide valuation updates Assessor's 2004 Performance Report

Upcoming January: Dog License Fees due March: Mooring Permits July: Nomination papers available Also: Dump permits Motor vehicle registrations JANUARY, 2005 Saco has a new city newsletter How did this newsletter get its name? January is the month to license your dog What is in an auditor's opinion? City budget calendar First annual performance report delivery of city services Community survey results City Council schedule changing Finance Department's 2004 Performance Report