TOWN SCHEDULE & INFO FOR BUDGET MEETINGS
To get the weather just click photo taken April 27, 2008 at low tide. To contact me, Beverly Johnson: bjohnson @chebeague.net

Congratulations to Jim Phipps who is the new president of the Iris Network. Jim had served 18 years on the organization's Board of Directors, most recently as its former Chairman.

Congratulations and a huge thank you to Beth Dyer and Sarah McKinnon who have worked so hard for the Recreation Center. Beth has been with the CRC since before it was built over 11 years and Sarah has been the director for the last 3 years. You will be missed.

If you are looking for a cockateel or two they are $50 a piece, also 3 parakeets at $10 each - call 8464381 for more information. Also looking for a home for a beautiful 9 year old coon cat (friendly and gets along with dogs).

"The Roots of Maine's Newest Town: Chebeague Island" On Monday, May 19, the Historical Societies of Yarmouth and North Yarmouth will present Donna Miller Damon in a talk about the history of Maine's newest town, Chebeague Island. American Legion Log Cabin at 7:30 pm.

Congratulations to Holly (Earnest) Bowling, pianist, who was the recipient of a Ross McKee Scholrship and winner of the Avalos Piano Competition 2007. She is performing tonight at San Francisco State. Click here to hear a sample. (thank you David for fixing the link)

Notes from the Rec: The Golden Compass on the CRC big screen this Saturday night @ 7:30
FREE!!!
Tee Ball for kids ages 3-preK starts May 6th @ 4:30. $18 for 3 weeks with Coach Vicki an Coach Kelley!

NOTICE! The clamflats are closed do to heavy rainfall runoff! see notice.

Congratulaltions to Ralph Munroe who was honored recently as Southern MAINE chapter of American Red Cross, "real life heroes" breakfast awards, had Portland Firefighter's Lt. Champaigne and crew (2 others). which included Ralph Monroe and can be seen on wmtw's channel 8 web site

Congratulations to Tom Damon who paddled the Kenduskeag six mile canoe race last weekend. He made the whole trip without capsizing! He made it through 6 miles falls and avoided a portage!

The Rec Center would like to piggy back onto the Artist in Residence Series being offered at the school this June by inviting the artist to do a WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS the night before the Island Kids do their performance.    The artist's name is Karen Montanaro, and she is a mime and interpretive dancer http://www.betsydubois.com/karen.htm.   Her workshops help students get in touch with their enthusiasm and creativity by accessing moods and emotions, communicating stories through movement and moving in coordinated patterns.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for 'theater folk' and others to access and hone their creativity in a fun and relaxed setting.  If we can have a commitment of at least 10 adult women to participate in this workshop, it will be scheduled for the evening of June 5, 2008, and the cost will be approximately $30 per person.  We need a commitment by April 29 if you are interested in participating.  Please call the Rec or email us at crc@chebeague.net ASAP and let us know that you'd like to participate!

Donna Damon will lead a workshop meeting to discuss these topics and more! Come and look at various land records, road records, deeds etc. Thanks to Betsey Ross and Natalie Parker we have Frank RInes valuation books from the 1920s to the 1940s! Come join the fun!

Hansen's Well Drillers will be coming to the island soon to check out wells they will be drilling this year. If you would like to be added to the list please email (bjohnson@chebeague.net) me or call Sue Hansen at 207 839-3293. We have three wells so far to be drilled.

The selectmen's meeting is tonight at the Hall at 6pm - see agenda.

I have added the Town's draft budget as of April 11, 2008. They are working hard on revisions and will not be presenting the budget tonight as discussed at the last meeting.

"Spec Eaton will speak to the Land Use subcommittee on woodlands, open space and agriculture this Tuesday April 15th at 9 AM at the Bisharats' house by the Dropping Springs on the South Road. He will share his sawmill and tree harvesting experience and take questions. This meeting is open to everyone who is interested.

The Chebeague Planning Board will be meeting Monday April 14 at 7:00 at the Parish House - see agenda.

The Comprehensive Planning Committee will be meeting Thursday April 10 at 7:15pm at the Hall.

Michael Porter has added to his site and is on his way back early for Seth's wedding!

Roger Berle is speaking on Tuesday April 8th at 9 am about his experience with a sawmill on Cliff and with forest management on Cliff and other islands. The meeting will take place at the Bisharats as part of the regular work of the Comprehensive Plan subcommittee on woodlands, wetlands, open space and agriculture. It is open to all who are interested.

The new policy for disposing of tax-acquired property will also be discussed and voted upon.

Please see attached notice about the Wellness Clinic - USM Student nurses Casco Bay Partnership, coming to the island on Saturday AM from 830 to 1145. There will be free blood pressure, blood sugar screenings and $5 Cholesterol screening (only a fingerstick) and Tetanus shots available at cost (about $15.)

CIHCC BRUNCH!! - Sunday April 6th from 11:30am to 12:30 pm at the all with all the usual goodies! Adults $8 and children under 12 - $6. These brunches are soooo gooood - I wish I could be there but will be away from Thursday until Tuesday on a college trip.

Printed, completed surveys should be sent to Donna Rockett, 32 Greenwood Lane, Long Island, ME  04050. Parking Survey in pdf and parking survey in doc.

For all of you athletes out there it is now time to save the date JULY 6TH - for the QUADRATHLON and barbecue on the beach- more info coming soon!

Last weekend four of our handball participants competed in the Maine Handball competition and Dillan Doughty came home with a trophy - read all about it.

The Selectmen have Budget Workshop on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 6 pm at the Hall.

CTC will be running special Wednesday boats leaving Chebeague at 11:30 and Cousins at 11:45 on Wednesday, 3/26 and 4/2, for the Middle and High School kids.  GMS and GHS are letting out early for Parent/Teacher conferences on those days. As usual the bus does not meet the early release boats.

The Coastal Waters Commission is having a subcommittee meeting Monday, March 24th at 6pm at the Parish House to discuss the job description of the Harbor Master.

The Comprehensive Plan subcommittee on Woodlands, Open Space and Agriculture will meet at Leila Bisharat's house on Tuesday March 25th at 9am. All who are interested are welcome. We will review work to date and brainstorm on employment opportunities that might be explored for inclusion in the plan.

Last weeks preschool weekly report is online.

Photos from todays Easter Sunrise Service - what a beautiful day but a little cold brrrr.

Last weekend's Movie and Pizza night was a huge success and lots of fun - photos from Vicki!!!

Congratulations to Nate Martin has made the Portland Press Herald All-State Boys Indoor Track.

Don't forget about the Last Supper presentation at the church tomorrow night featuring Bob Brown and Lucas Hamilton.

The Chebeague and Cumberland Land Trust has a new website which I have added to the title at the top of the page (refresh) - it is a work in progress and wonderfully highlights all they are doing to help protect areas that are so important to us all.

The Comprehensive Plan subcommittee working on open space, wetlands, woodlands and agricultural land will meet at Leila Bisharat's house at 9 AM Tuesday March 18th.

There will be a Special Town Meeting on Saturday, March 22, 2008, at nine o'clock in the morning at the Chebeague Island Hall Community Center. Click here to see the Warrant.

The Pre-school Newsletter for the week has been posted.

Don't forget Senior Luncheon Wednesday the 19th at the Hall!  On the menu is roast beef.

Island Commons has a rare opportunity for two people who would like to gain back some independence and live with a lot less stress.  We have two rooms open, which allows us to be more flexible than we've been able to be in years.  We can accommodate two individuals separately.  Or, we can offer a room to a husband and wife. For more information:

Thursday, March 20, 7:00pm at the Chebeague Methodist Church Bob Brown and Lucas Hamilton (Martha Hamilton's grandson) join the Tuttle Road Men in bringing the live enactment of THE LAST SUPPER presentation to the island. It is an experience you won't want to miss!

Holy Week Services for the Chebeague Methodist Church are:

Thursday March 20th -Last Supper Presentation
Friday March 21st - Good Friday Prayer Service  7:15 pm
          The church will be open for prayer from 7am to 7pm.
           Resources for prayer time will be available.
Sunday March 23rd
         Easter Sunrise Service  East End   6:30 am
         Breakfast following sunrise service at Parish House
         Easter Service  10:00 am

The Rockathon two weeks ago was such a great success with the young teens raising almost $5000! Sarah has sent me some great photos of the event and I want to share them.

Budget meeting tonight 6pm at the Recreation Center. See Budget Meeting for year to date expenses and toinights budget information.

Come on out and help chase that cabin fever away! FAMILY PIZZA & MOVIE NIGHT This Saturday, March 8th Sponsored by CPA & the Library 2 movies will be shown Walt Disney's 'The Jungle Book'(rated G) starting at 4pm in the Library followed by a homemade pizza dinner @ 5:30 Immediately after dinner 'Night in the Museum' staring Ben Stiller (rated PG) will be shown Library. Bring something comfortable to sit on for the floor in the Library. There is no charge for this fun event, but we will be accepting donations for the CPA/Library. ~All children must have a chaperone to attend please.~ Call Vicki Todd for more information 846-1379. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Special Executive Session meeting Monday, March 10, 4:30 at the Public Safety Building - see agenda.

Selectmen are having a budget workshop Tuesday, March 11, 6pm at the Recreation Center - see agenda.

The Comprehensive Planning subcommittee on Demographics will meet on Tuesday March 4 at 4:15 at Beth Howe's house.

The agenda for the School Committee, Tuesday, March 4th 6:30 has been posted.

The agenda for the Special Board of Selectmen's meeting Wednesday, March 5, 7pm at the Hall has been posted.

The Harbor Master March report is online.

The Water Resources subcommittee will meet tomorrow Feb 27 at 8:30 am and the Infrastructure subcommittee will meet at 4:30 in the afternoon - both meetings at Beth Howes.

Mooring applications are now online - click here.

You can pick up the forms for your Easter flower "memorials" in the church lobby, as of Wednesday?
Easter is pretty early this year, so thought we'd give people a heads up.  It is also on our United Methodist Church website. 

TOWN OF CHEBEAGUE ISLAND Wednesday, Feb 27th
Board of Selectmen - Workshop - 6:00PM at the Island Hall
**Agenda**
Workshop Session:
1. To discuss Job Description and/or Job Duties of Town Administrator position for the Town of Chebeague Island.

As of March 9th the transfer station hours will change - see notice.

Here are the photos and movie of the plunge taken by many people including Geoff Summa, Steve Johnson, Cathy MacNeill and more.

I have the results and lots of photos of the Chili/Chowder Challenge - also photos of some of the wonderful items that the young people auctioned off. For sale were jewelry designed and created by the teens and Anna Hamilton's photography. The purses were designed and created by the teens and preteens with all recycled items with the help of Gail Miller.

Saturday night at the rec was the movie Goonies on the big screen and was a tremendous success and great fun. Thank you to the library for the use of their projector and equipment. Watch for more BIG SCREEN movies at the rec.

WINTER CARNIVAL WEEKEND! 10TH Anniversary of the Rec

Reminder that the rock-a-thon is going on tonight 10pm stop by and support the kids!

On Tuesday the 26th Chip will be making: Proscuitto Wrapped Asparagus Breaded with Panko and Deep Fried served with Hollandaise Sauce and Lemon Tarts with Raspberry Sauce. The Class is from 6-8; price is $25 and must sign up by 3pm Monday afternoon - call 846-5068!

Effective:  February 20,2008 12:15 PM
The Commissioner of the Maine Department of Marine Resources repeals the emergency DMR closure of Area 500, Maine/New Hampshire Border to Maine/ Canadian Border.   The are has been sampled and is no longer a threat to public health.

Congratulations to all our athletes who have been involved in the winter sports. Caroline Summa (Cheverus) came in 4th in the State Class A in the High Jump and she is only a Freshman. In Class B, Dennis Johnson and team mates Logan Price, Jacob Groom and Mark McCauley won the 4 x 800. Nate Martin came in 2nd in the Long Jump and won the 55 m run and won the 200 meter run - Nate is a Junior. The Greely Girls won and Greely Boys came in 2nd out of over 38 schools in the Indoor Track and Field State Championships.

The Senior Luncheon is thisWednesday, February 20th at the Hall at 12:00. They are having a Chicken Dinner and be showcasing some homemade Valentines.

The Town Update for this week.

TOWN OF CHEBEAGUE BOARD OF SELECTMEN EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board of Selectmen will hold an Executive Session, Tuesday, February 19, 2008 from 6:30 am - 8:30 pm at the Chebeague Island Fire House pursuant to M.R.S.A. Subsection 405 (6) for the purpose of interviewing the final candidate interested in the position of Town Assessor.

This coming weekend is the Polar Bear Plunge and the Chili Chowder Challenge. We need more Chilis and chowdas -please contact the rec 846-5068 or crc@chebeague.net and let them know if you are making something - thank you!

The mp3 clip of Donna on the Netherlands has been shortened so you don't have to wait 20 min to hear.

Congratulations and good luck to Caroline Summa, Nate Martin and Dennis Johnson who will be competing in their State Indoor Track Meets at USM and Bates this Monday.

Nancy Earnest's Preschool Weekly Newsletter.

The Chebeague Town Office will be closed on Monday, February 18th.

Clam Flats are closed effective today because of snow melting water runoff February 14, 2008
Effective time:   0930 see DMR notice online.
http://mainegov-images.informe.org/dmr/rm/public_health/closures/500.pdf

Check out the flyer for a wonderful magic show coming up March 15th, 2 pm at the Hall featuring Mr. Magic, Dennis Labbe brought to us by the CPA, CRC and Library - only $2.00 per person.

I have just updated the Golf Course Site and added the 2008 Brochure.

We have downloaded the the radio broadcast from yesterday's Radio Netherlands.

The Shellfish Commission is meeting Monday, February 18th, 7 pm at the Recreation Center.

The budget for Thursday's budget meeting has been put online - click here.

Chip's cooking class has been canceled for Tuesday the 12th. Cooking classes will resume on the 19th, at 6pm.

A reminder that it is time for Seniors and College students to start applying for scholarships. We have many Seniors going off to college this year and a couple of 2nd year college students. The Stephen Ross Scholarship Fund assists 1st and 2nd year college students. This is a reminder that by giving to the fund it is a way to help Chebeague Students pursueing a college education. The fund was established in 1964 after the tragic death of Stephen Ross, the son of Lewis and Gerry Ross. The principal at the time was $1400 in 1968 using only income two scholarships of $75 each were awarded. The principle now invested with the Maine Community Foundation has grown to $88, 882. In 2007 the income was $5750 and two scholarships were awarded, on $3750 and a second for $2000. We are grateful when receiving gifts from repeat donors, some being quite substantial, however, any amount given increases the principal enabling us to award larger scholarships. All gifts are acknowledged. Each year some gifts are in memory of loved ones. Gifts may be sent to the Maine Community Foundation designated for the Stephen Ross Scholarship at 245 Main Street, Ellsworth, Maine, 04605 or sent to any member of the committee. Committee members are Kenneth Hamilton, Hartley Brewer, Susan Burgess, Dianne Calder, Mabel Doughty, Betsy Ross and Doug Ross.

We had 56 participants and 4 observers. 14 Chebeaguers switched from unenrolled (formerly Independent) to participate. 43% of the eligible Dems participated and 15 people spoke in favor of a candidate. It was awesome!

Many thanks to Sally Ballard for her efforts to make it happen! Thank you to Laura Summa for helping out. Thanks to the Town of Chebeague's Clerk, Susan Campbell, for working with voter registrar Peggie Jones to keep us legal. Peggie was busy making sure people had the proper credentials and registering new Democratic voters.

The results are as follows: Obama 38 and Clinton 14

Chebeague's two Obama delegates will be: Carol Lynn Davis and David Hill; Obama Alternates will be John Holt and Gerry Wiles.

Chebeague's Clinton delgate will be Mary Holt; Alternate Jane Scifres.

Special thanks to Donna Colbeth and Bob Earnest who kept the paperwork straight; Sam Ballard who figured out the delegate split; and Gerry Wiles the gatekeeper. See Cathy's Photos from the Day!

CRC news: Chip is continuing with his cooking class but the time has changed to 6pm
 Price is $25 per week Everyone MUST sign up by calling or emailing the CRC by 3 the Monday before the class so Chip can have the final head count. Everyone is welcome! Any questions call Sarah in the office!

Open Volleyball Wednesday the 13th 7pm

Don't forget - Chebeague will send 3 delegates to the Maine Democratic Convention. Should they vote for Clinton or Obama? You can decide!!!! Chebeague's Democratic Caucus on Sunday, February 10 at 2 pm at the Hall. Come early to register and enjoy the refreshments. Unenrolled and unregistered are welcome. Students who are 17 and will be 18 before the November election can also participate. For more info call Sally Ballard, Donna Colbeth or Donna Damon

Bea's skating party is postponed until we know when the pond will open again.  The weather never seems to cooperate when we need it to!

The Public Budget Schedule was mailed out at the beginning of the week and I have posted a copy online.

This week's Preschool update.

Congratulations to Ellen Goodman who has been honored with a lifetime achievement award from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists.

What can I say - it was a sad day for many of us last night as the Giants won the Super Bowl - maybe next year.

There are a number of meetings coming up for the Town of Chebeague as we work through our budgets and other agendas.
PUBLIC NOTICE - BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Tuesday, Feb 5th 7 pm, Public Safety Building.
- public discussion about structure of personnel evaluation
- executive session pursuant to M.R.S.A. 405(A)

SCHOOL COMMITTEE - Tuesday, February 5th at 6pm, at the school starts it's Budget meetings - see agenda.

The Democratic Caucas scheduled for next Sunday February 10th at the Hall will start at 2pm and not 1pm as previously advertised.

Coastal Waters Committee will meet this Friday , Feb 8th, 7pm at the firehouse - see agenda.

SAVE THE DATES!  Cynnie's Group Hospice Volunteer training sessions have been scheduled for: Saturday, Mar 29, Sunday, Mar 30,  and Sunday, Apr 6.  Each session will start at approximately 9:00 am and end at 5:00 pm.  Session size is limited!  For more information -- and to SAVE A SPACE -- please call Polly Wentworth (846-3171) or John & Mary Holt (846.5040).

Message from Paster Linda Brewster: ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE, Wednesday February 6th, 7:15pm, Chebeague Methodist Church - Please Join Us

Michael Porter has been published again in the Maine, Boats, Homes & Harbors!

The children's playgroup is looking for large play items such as tricycles, plasma cars and other fun stuff for pre-schoolers. If anyone has these items hanging around and would like to donate them please contact Sarah M at the rec 846-5068 or Sarah P. at 8461580. Thank you!

I have just added a rental page for Bob and Sarah Prescott for their Rental House - click here. Also an add for Bob's Treework.

CHEBEAGUE.NET - We have had some wonderful things happen recently concerning chebeague.net. We were awarded a $75,000 grant from the State's ConnectME Authority which has enabled us to install a T1 line at the Boatyard. The Internet was activated two weeks ago and we have ten people on that line so far. We have also been able to order subscriber modems, antennas, and equipment to enable us to set up repeaters to reach those places just out of range of the Rec Center, Inn, or Boatyard.  We will be locating and installing those repeaters soon.

The cost of each installation (labor and equipment) averages about $600 and we charge customers $350 for the installation.  We charge $40 a month for Internet service ($38 with e-mail billing) while our monthly costs for the three T1 lines is almost $2,000.  We also offer suspended service for $20 a month between September and April and a low-income rate for qualified individuals. 

We expect a huge demand for new installations when our seasonal residents return so we urge you to order your installation now.  We'll hook you up now for $350 but won't charge you for service until you arrive on the Island.  If you wait to order service, you may not be online for awhile.  For more details, please visit www.chebeague.net .

The Republicans will caucus is this Saturday, February 2nd at 12 noon at the Hall. For more information contact Mark Olsen 846-7865.

The Chebeague Democrats wll caucus on Sunday Feb 10 at 1 pm at the Hall. If you are a registered Democrat or are unenrolled ( formerly known as independent) you may participate. Peggy Jones will be at the Caucus to register new voters. If you turn 18 before the Nov. election you can also participate. For more info please contact Donna Damon or Sally Ballard.

This week's Town Update is online now.

The agenda for the Comprehensive Plan Committee meeting is online. The meeting will be this Thursday evening 7:15 at the Hall.

This is a message from Ethan and Trisha at the Chebeague Island School: An amazing thing has happened at the Chebeague Island School! Dr. Mac Passano has bought a huge fish tank for us. He plans to help us grow sea animals in the tank. We are very grateful to him for his generosity. We are excited about the gift! We also know that we will have to feed the animals and learn to take care of the tank. We'll be very busy! thanks again Mac!

A new island business website has been added to the anchor page! Green design and build! www.springisland.biz

This week's Pre School Newsletter has been added to the website - I know I could learn a lot and wish I had had the opportunity to be in Nancy's class - what fun!

Casco Bay Lines 1st Annual Inter-Island Groundhog Day Cruise - see the flyer!

The Selectmen are having a workshop meeting at 8:30 am this Sunday, January 27th, at the Recreation Center.

The Selectmen and the School Committee are having a joint workshop meeting to discuss the ongoing budget process for the 2008-2009 budget. This meeting will be Tuesday night, 6:30pm at the Hall. The public is encouraged to attend and provide input for this meeting and all the meetings. A full schedule of the budget meetings will be established and published soon.

Don't forget you have until January 31st to register your dog. owners will need to bring in their rabies certificates and papers if the dog has been altered. After the 31st there is an extra $25 charge.

SANFORDS POND - Community Pond Party Friday @ 5:30
Please bring Goodies to share!
Hot Dogs! Chili! Cookies!
Hope to see you there!

Greely Varsity baseball player Nate Martin, son of Kim and John, would love to see some Islanders attend the "Legends of Maine Baseball II" on February 2nd @ 6pm.  Greely Baseball Boosters is hosting their annual banquet and silent auction to be held at Val Halla's Banquet Hall in Cumberland.  Food and drink will be provided, as well as a cash bar.  Tickets are $12.00.  Contact Nate at 207-846-5342 or kimmartin@chebeague.net for tickets or additional information.

The agenda for this weeks Selectmen's meeting has been updated.

The rec center is working hard preparing for our 2008 WINTER FESTIVAL - It is also the 10th year of our existance! I have included the details of the Winter Festival on the website. The Polar Plunge and Rockathon are a wonderful way for people to give money to the rec in support of our teen center. I will start listing some of our plungers as they are known so you can go ahead and approach them with pledges if you wish. So far there is: Bob Earnest, Leah Wentling, Beverly Johnson, Jenny Kaestal, Tess Post and Samantha Post. We need some more guys and more plungers please email me (you can see how much fun they are). or call the Rec 846-5068.

The Chebeague Island School is having such a wonderful year - and especially the Pre-School Program! We are working on bringing information to everyone about what is happening with our school and all the children through newsletters and the website -which will be worked on more soon I hope. I wanted to share now a newsletter from the Preschool program that explains what they are doing from their teacher Nancy Earnest.

This weeks town update has been posted and a note that the town office will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Because of the closing there will be office hours on Wednesday, January 23 from 10am to 2pm.

Sanford's Pond is open for skating! Due to changing ice conditions, we can usually only plan skating times a few days at a time. To see if there's skating, call either the CRC at 846-5068 or Sanford's Pond warming shed at 846-7989.

NOTE: Next Wednesday, January 23rd, The Board of Selectmen will be meeting for the purposes of discussing and deciding the Town's fiscal goals and objectives to guide development of the next budget.

NOTE: The public is encouraged to attend and provide input at all public meetings regarding the budget process!

I have just added the planning board agenda for this Thursday's meeting as well as the agenda for the Comprehensive Planning Meeting which has been rescheduled from last night to next Monday evening.

Sanford's Pond is frozen! Snow removal has started and we need more helpers! Anyone available to chaperone should call sarah at the CRC office to sign up for a shift.

The Chebeague Island Historical Society January Meeting is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. on January 21, 2008 at the Museum. All attending are encouraged to bring along a photo or item of historical interest for "show and tell". World War II related material pertaining to Chebeague history is highly desirable since that is the topic of the 2008 CIHS Museum exhibit. It will be very interesting to see what folks pull from their home archives. See you at the Museum on the 21st of January.

The Agenda for Tuesday night's School Committee has been added - starts at 6:30 at the Chebeague Island School.

SENIOR LUNCH
Wednesday, January 16th - 12 Noon
Join us for the first Senior Lunch of the new year!

The Agenda for next weeks Selectman Meeting has been posted.

It's Beverly's birthday (again!) and she wants to get lots and lots of birthday greetings (bjohnson @chebeague.net). I have gone modern and international with her Olympics video and now it's on YouTube! Just like Donna Damon! I'll provide a link to that one when I get it, but in the meantime, here she is from 28 years ago!
David

The CRC and CPA are looking for donations (or borrow) for our playgroup/pre-school program. They are looking for plasma cars, tricycles or other play items for gross motor skills.
 
They are also looking for snowshoe donations, both kids and adults.

Click here for a posting from the Department of Environmental Protection to the Town of Chebeague about particle air pollution in areas around Maine including us.

TOWN OF CHEBEAGUE ISLAND
BOARD OF SELECTMEN WORKSHOP MEETING
AGENDA
Wednesday, January 9, 2008 6:00 P.M. (ISLAND HALL)

The Board of Selectmen will be meeting in a workshop session for the purposes of discussing and reviewing various provisions of the draft personnel handbook.
 
SHELLFISH COMMISSION MEETING
THURSDAY, JANUARY 10TH - 7:15  PM - RECREATION CENTER
 

For more information interested applicants should contact:
Ron Grenier, Town Administrator,
at 846-3148 or rongrenier@chebeague.net
(Deadline is Friday, January 18, 2007)

Rec: Sarah is looking for fabric donations for a quilt project she will be doing this winter at the Recreation Center with the kids. Call or email her at 846-5068 or CRC@chebeague.net.

Now that Christmas is behind us I can now remind everyone that the Winter Carnival will be coming soon and that means the Polar Plunge (check out images of past) This year the events will take place on February 24th! It is not too early to get your bathing or wet suit out and start getting the pledges to benefit the Recreation and Teen Center. The Chili Chowder Challenge is also a hot item that day with lots of competition. We are planning to have snow sculpture contests as well as lots of teen events which will all help to celebrate our 10th year anniversary!

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Chebeague Recreation Center is looking for a fulltime Executive Director to begin work in late March of 2008. This position holds overall responsibility for all aspects of CRC's programs, personnel, finances, and facilities, and reports to the President of the CRC Board. Duties include program development and promotion, budgeting, personnel management, and community outreach. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and resume, including desired salary and benefits arrangements, to CRC - att: Search Committee, at 382 North Road, Chebeague Island, ME 04017,

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