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Dedication to Sherry Peary Each year the Board of Selectmen recognizes an individual who has dedicated their time and efforts with the result being the betterment of our community. This year the Board wished to recognize Sherry Peary for her many years volunteering on the Town’s Rescue Squad, the Fire Department Auxiliary, her involvement with Harvest Chapel Church and of course her 37 years working at the elementary school. It is with great pride and gratitude that the Board of Selectmen dedicates this year’s annual report to Sherry Peary.
Table of Contents
Levant Town Office Contact Information/Phone Directory 2
Garbage and Recycling 3
Administration/Departments 4
Government/Representative Letters 7
Departmental Reports
Town Manager 15
Town Clerk/Registrar of Voters 16
Treasurer/Tax Collector 18
Liens Outstanding 19
Valuation/Assessment from Assessor 22
Animal Control 23
Fire & Rescue 24
School Department
Superintendent 27
Suzanne M Smith Elementary Principal 28
CPA
Auditor’s Report 30
Municipal Budget
Proposed Budget 38
Revenue Budget/Non-Property Tax Revenue 46
Town Warrant
Special Town Meeting Warrant 48
Notes 54
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Levant Town Office
P.O. Box 220
691 Townhouse Road
Levant, ME 04456
207-884-7660 Phone
207-884-7237 Fax
townoflevant.net
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Hours of Operation
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 7:00pm
Animal Control (Noel Sirabella) 1-207-478-4220
Caravel Middle School 1-207-848-3615
Fire Department, Levant 1-207-884-7574
Hermon High School 1-207-848-4000
Maine State Police 1-800-432-7381
To request a Concealed Weapons Permit 1-207-624-7210
OTT Communications 1-207-992-9911
Penobscot Sheriff’s Department 1-207-947-4585
Penquis CAP Transportation 1-207-973-3695
Pine Tree Waste-Casella 1-207-848-7551
Post Office 1-207-884-7264
Hours: Lobby 7am – 6pm
Saturday 7am – 3pm
Window 7:45am to 10:45am
Closed for Lunch 10:45am to 11:45pm
Reopen 11:45pm to 2:45pm
Saturday 9am –10:30am
Recreation Director, Scott Pullen 1-207-884-7660
Sexton, Scott Pullen 1-207-884-7660
Superintendent of Schools 1-207-848-5173
Suzanne M. Smith Elementary 1-207-884-7444
Spectrum 1-866-874-2389
Warden Service 2 1-207-941-4440
GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
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Trash is picked up every Monday. All trash is required to be curbside by 7am in bags not to
exceed the quantity referenced below.
There are rare occasions when a holiday may come up and bump the pick up to the following
day.
This year will be Labor Day on Monday, September 6th so trash will be Tuesday, September 7th
and for 2022: May 30 Memorial Day, July 4th Independence Day, September 5th Labor Day
which will push it until Tuesday of those weeks.
******* There is a LIMIT to 10 bags of trash equivalent to 16 Gal each. Not to exceed 40lbs weight. *******
Examples: 13 Gal bags = 12 bags
16 Gal bags = 10 bags
30-33 Gal bags = 5 bags
40-60 Gal bags = 3 bags
1 Tire off rim = 1 bag – no more than one tire a week will be accepted
Or any combination not to exceed 160 gallons at any time. Trash containers that are 30 gallons or larger may be
utilized to hold your trash bags.
• No loose household trash will be accepted. We also want to emphasize that yard debris, soils, construction
material, etc. will NOT be accepted at any time. The contractor will not sift through all the bags to determine
if there is normal household waste, they will leave it all behind and may tag your trash explaining why it was
not taken.
• We have a recycle program twice a month that needs to be used for cardboard, cans, plastics and glass. Please,
come to the Office for recycle stickers and a brochure on the recyclable program.
• We have cleanups twice a year that you may participate in for larger items that we do not take during weekly
trash such as furniture, bicycles, vacuums, appliances and such.
***Continued violations will result in sanctioning at that address. ***
We also have a recycling program which we have two times a month on the second and fourth
Mondays with the same holiday schedule pushing it to Tuesday when necessary. We have
stickers for your receptacle that indicates it is used for recycling. The items should be placed on
the opposite side of the driveway or road to where you place your garbage. This also is required
to be placed out by 7am.
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Administration
Scott Pullen – Town Manager, Town Clerk, Treasurer,
Deputy Tax Collector, Road Commissioner, Deputy General Assistance
Administrator, Health Officer, Cable Administrator, Recreation
Director, Interim Code Enforcement and Sexton
Suzanne Cole – Administrative Assistant, Deputy Town
Clerk, Deputy Treasurer, Tax Collector, General Assistance
Administrator, State Motor Vehicle Agent, Tax Assessing Agent and
Deputy Sexton
Melanie Roman-Verosloff
Deputy Town Clerk, Registrar of Voters, Secretary and Counter Clerk
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Fire Department
Fire Chief Lieutenants
Eric Strout Chris Schoppee
Assistant Fire Chief Garrett Carlson
Mark McKay Gene Trojano
Captains Chaplain
Adam Olmstead Russell Brimmer
Board of Selectmen/Assessors
(3 Year Term)
Matthew Arnold 2021
Brian Call 2021
Nathan Peary 2023
Brent Pullen, Chair 2022
Zachary Wood 2022
Planning Board
(3 Year Appointment)
Kevin Call 2023
Ellery Batchelder 2023
Arthur Hodgdon 2023
Milton Knowles Jr., Chair 2021
Scott Fairbanks (Alt.) 2023
Board of Appeals
(3 Year Appointment)
Debra CoWallis (Alt.) 2021
Kevin Curry 2022
Robert Hinds (Chair) 2022
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R.S.U. #87
Superintendent of Schools, Mark Turner
Principal of Suzanne M. Smith Elementary, Lorri Day
Principal of Caravel Middle School, Nicole Middleswart
R.S.U. #87 School Board
(3 Year Term)
Debra CoWallis 2021
Shannon Knowles 2023
Patricia Conant 2022
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GOVERNOR FOR THE STATE OF MAINE
Governor Janet Mills
State House Station 1
Augusta, ME 04333
207-287-3531
STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT 33
Stacey Guerin
3 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0003
207-287-1505
Stacey.Guerin@legislature.maine.gov
CAPITOL ADDRESS FOR STATE SENATORS
3 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
1-800-423-6900
STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 22
Abigail Griffin
1 Raymond Nelson Lane
Levant, ME 04456
(207) 403-3671
Abigail.Griffin@legislative.maine.gov
CAPITOL ADDRESS FOR THE STATE REPRESENTATIVES
State House of Representatives
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
207-287-1400 (Voice)
207-287-4469 (TTY)
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Dear Friends:
It is an honor to represent Maine in the United States Senate. I am grateful for the trust the people of our State
have placed in me and welcome this opportunity to reflect on 2020, an incredibly challenging year for Maine
families, small businesses, and communities.
When the pandemic struck, our country faced the specter of an overwhelmed health care system and devastation
to our small businesses and the millions of people they employ. I immediately worked with Republicans and
Democrats to pass multiple laws allocating approximately $3 trillion to respond to this public health and
economic crisis, including more than $8 billion directed to Maine to support testing, schools, the economy, and
other purposes — that is nearly double Maine’s annual state budget.
I am especially proud of the bipartisan Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) I co-authored. This program has
provided three out of four Maine small businesses with nearly $2.3 billion in forgivable loans, which has helped
sustain more than 250,000 Maine jobs. I have met thousands of Maine small employers and employees in all 16
counties who are surviving because of the PPP. As one small business owner told me, the PPP provided “exactly
what we needed at exactly the right time.” The PPP also allowed employers to maintain benefits, such as health
care, during this challenging time. Another round of PPP is needed to sustain small businesses and their
employees.
While the pandemic continues across Maine, our nation, and the world, I thank the first responders, health care
professionals, teachers, grocery store employees, factory workers, farmers, truck drivers, postal employees, and
so many others who continue to stay on the job during this difficult time. With the deployment of the first
vaccines, better tests, and the incredible speed with which these life-saving responses were developed, I am
hopeful we can emerge from this crisis in the next few months.
While providing relief to American families was my focus throughout 2020, other accomplishments include the
passage of the Great American Outdoors Act, which provides full funding of the Land and Water Conservation
Fund and addresses the maintenance backlog at our national parks, forests, and wildlife refuges. As Chairman of
the Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee, in 2020 alone, I secured $132 million to improve Maine’s
roads, bridges, airports, buses, rail, ferries, and seaports. Finally, as Chairman of the Aging Committee, I led the
reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, which funds programs that improve the well-being, independence,
and health of our nation’s seniors and their caregivers, and I authored laws to reduce the cost of prescription
drugs and protect individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
As the end of 2020 is approaching, I have cast more than 7,535 votes, never having missed one. In the New Year,
my focus remains to work with colleagues to find common ground on policies to help support the health and
safety of Mainers and the safe, responsible opening of our communities. If ever I or my staff can be of assistance
to you, please do not hesitate to contact one of my state offices. May the coming year be a successful one for you,
your family, your community, and our state.
Sincerely,
Susan M. Collins
United States Senator
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Dear Friends,
I hope this letter finds you safe and well. I know that this year has been challenging for many of our communities. In the
midst of these challenges, it remains a privilege to represent you, and I appreciate the opportunity to update you on what
I have been working on in Congress for the people of the Second Congressional District.
The coronavirus pandemic has made this year an especially difficult one. We’ve seen the struggles of small businesses,
workers and families, hospitals, and states and towns. COVID-19 has been a serious threat to public health that requires a
comprehensive, ongoing response. In March, Congress passed the largest of three bipartisan pieces of relief legislation,
the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The CARES Act was a $2 trillion economic relief
package to provide immediate assistance for some of those hit hardest by the pandemic. While an important start, many
of the programs and benefits created by the CARES Act were set to expire by the end of 2020 at a time when COVID-19
cases were on the rise. That’s why in late December, Congress passed another bipartisan bill to provide COVID-19 relief
to small businesses and hospitals, the unemployed, and families struggling to put food on the table. However, the action
Congress took at the end of 2020 cannot distract from its failure to act sooner. The unwillingness of many members of
Congress to accept compromise throughout the fall left many Mainers struggling and led to a rushed process that
produced a bill with serious flaws. In 2021, Congress needs to step up, come together, and lead the country through this
pandemic and get our economy back on track.
There are a few bright spots that came out of the work done by Congress this year. As a member of the House Armed
Services Committee, I helped advocate for a national defense bill that would include important priorities for American
national security, Maine shipbuilders, and servicemembers and their families. The legislation authorizes a new DDG-51
Arleigh Burke-class destroyer to be constructed at Bath Iron Works and helps BIW compete for new work by
encouraging a new multi-year procurement process for the DDG-51 Flight III. This funding bill also makes permanent
new federal guidelines proposed by Senator King and me to allow Gold Star Families free admission to national parks
and other federal lands.
I’ve been working to improve mental health services for veterans for years, and I led the Maine delegation’s effort to
address the need for long-term mental health substance abuse treatment for veterans in our state. This past fall the
Veterans Administration announced we were successful. Construction starts next year on a new, 24-bed facility at Togus
that will ensure Maine veterans won’t be sent out of state to receive residential care for substance use disorder and
associated mental health issues. This is one result that I am especially proud to deliver for my fellow Maine veterans.
As I reflect upon what I am most grateful for this year, I am especially glad to be able to share that my wife Izzy and I
are expecting a baby in 2021. We are excited about this new addition to our family and look forward to the blessings
ahead.
This period is challenging for Mainers as we all take steps to limit the spread of the coronavirus, protect our families and
our communities, and lean on each other to withstand this pandemic and economic hardship. My staff and I stand ready
to assist Mainers as we work through these challenges together. I look forward to continuing to work on your behalf in
2021.
Respectfully,
Jared Golden
Member of Congress
11130th Legislature Senator Stacey K. Guerin
3 State House Station
Senate of Augusta, ME 04333-0003
(207) 287-1505
Stacey.Guerin@legislature.maine.gov
Maine
Senate District 10
Dear Friends and Neighbors:
Let me begin by thanking you for allowing me the honor of serving you in the Maine Senate. I
am grateful that you have put your trust in me and can assure you I will continue to work
tirelessly on your behalf.
As you are no doubt aware, Maine is in the midst of the one of its greatest difficulties, both in
public health and economic downturn. The 130th Maine Legislature faces the challenge posed by
a $1.4 billion budget shortfall, and perhaps more than ever before, state government must learn
to live within its means.
As we move through the Legislative session I will be mindful of this and will do my best to hold
the line on any new taxes or unneeded borrowing. Like you and your family, state government
must tighten its belt in slow economic times and make the difficult but necessary decisions that
will allow us to weather the storm.
At the same time, it is very important that we restore a sense of balance in state government
where both the Governor and the Legislature work together on behalf of you, our constituents.
This is even more important given the unusual nature of how and where this Legislature will
meet, given the safety considerations required by the global pandemic. However the legislative
process plays out, it is imperative that the public continue to have access to and play a critical
role in the work of the Legislature. These will be a few of my priorities this coming year.
Again, thank you for electing me to serve you in the State Senate. The 130th Legislature certainly
has a great deal of work to do; but I believe that if we come together, there is nothing we can’t
accomplish. Please feel free to contact me at 287-1505 or
(Stacey.Guerin@legislature.maine.gov) if you have comments, questions or if you would like
assistance in navigating our state’s bureaucracy.
Blessings,
Stacey Guerin
State Senator
12HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
(207) 287-1440
TTY: (207) 287-4469
Abigail W. Griffin
1 Raymond Nelson Ln.
Levant, ME 04456
Cell: (207) 403-3671
Abigail.Griffin@legislature.maine.gov
February 2021
Town of Levant
691 Town House Road
Levant, ME 04456
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
It has been a pleasure to serve the residents of House District 102 in the Maine Legislature. I am
honored that you have entrusted me again with this responsibility.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the second session of the 129th Legislature adjourned Sine Die on March
17, 2020. We opened the 130th Legislature on December 2nd and in an effort to ensure compliance with
Governor Mills executive orders, the Swearing In was held at the Augusta Civic Center instead of the
chambers in the State House.
This session our biggest priority is the biennial budget with which we’re facing an impending budget
shortfall approaching $1 billion over the next three years. Difficult decisions have to be made for prioritizing
resources to make ends meet,while not placing the burden of the Governor’s decisions on our towns.
I encourage you to actively participate in your state government. Phone calls and letters are always a
welcome avenue for providing feedback. This session, with the increased utilization in remote meetings and
hearings, happenings in Augusta are now even more accessible. Using the homepage of the Maine
Legislature: Legislature.Maine.Gov, you will find access to Zoom meetings, public hearings, and YouTube
videos providing updates on the latest at our State Capitol.
To join my weekly eNewsletter featuring current state news, please contact me at
Abigail.Griffin@legislature.maine.gov and I will happily add you to my distribution.
Again, thank you for giving me the honor of serving you in Augusta and may you all have a safe and
healthy 2021.
Sincerely,
Abigail Griffin
State Representative
District 102 Glenburn, Kenduskeag, Levant
13Departmental
Reports
14Town Manager’s Report
It has been a year since the last report and what an extremely long, unique year it has
been. The term Coronavirus is still very much in everyone’s vocabulary, but it does appear that
there is a light at the end of the tunnel. As people continue to get vaccinated it seems the daily
number of new cases is steadily diminishing. I am hoping that upon the next writing of this report
the virus will truly be a thing of the past.
The Town Office has been able to continue normal operations since June 1, 2020 and has
really seen a return to normal with the exception of a Plexiglass window that still separates the
office area from the counter area.
The Town did hold the spring cleanup event, has seen a full return of the Rec Program this
spring and has scheduled Old Home Days for the normal date in September. These are all very
positive indicators that life as we knew it prior to COVID-19 is slowly returning.
The Public Works building that voters approved in 2019 is nearing completion. The
building will be a welcome addition to the department in making storage of Town equipment
more efficient and effective and will provide space for projects during the winter months which
would not have otherwise been possible.
The Fire Department and Ambulance Service continue to respond to a record amounts of
calls. The Board of Selectmen continue to work with the department to meet the department’s
needs to allow them to do their jobs while being as mindful as possible to the taxpayers of the
Town of Levant. This is an ongoing and delicate process, but has been managed well for the past
several years (in my opinion).
The Town of Levant continues to see building and development at much higher-than-
expected rates despite the pandemic and despite soaring material costs. This continues to
support the premise that people seem to have a real desire to call Levant their home.
As always, I thank all of the staff and various boards that work towards making Levant the
home that it is to us all, your efforts are greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Scott Pullen
Town Manager
15T own C l erk ’s Report
Reported by Melanie Roman-Verosloff
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Marriages
Jennifer Forsythe & Ryan Gibbs 06/07/2020
Vernon Pitts & Debra Perkins 07/04/2020
Kelly Hoyt & Hunter Clukey 07/11/2020
Ryan Grant & Shannan Wescott 07/15/2020
Jason Carle & Dakota Cole 07/18/2020
Sara Marsh & Armand Bouchard Jr. 08/08/2020
Thomas Barnett & Abbe-Jaye Soohey 08/08/2020
Alisha Stadig & Tyler Cyr 08/15/2020
Cody Doherty & Hannah Bemis 08/23/2020
Jeffrey Howard & Joanie Pooler 08/26/2020
Nicole Crocker & Christopher Vainio 09/05/2020
Madyson Boulier & Bradley Swoboda 09/15/2020
Jennifer Cyr & Joseph Carreira 09/19/2020
Christopher Farricker & Shani Colby 09/20/2020
Anthony Brown & Jessica Harvey 09/26/2020
Samantha Landry & Nickolas Oakes 10/03/2020
Erin Iverson & Cameron Conway 10/03/2020
Amanda Castonguay & Luke Greenwood 10/10/2020
Kayla McLeish & Liam Adams 10/17/2020
Scott Simonds II & Elizabeth Libby 11/01/2020
Gregory McDougal & Sheila Peakall 01/25/2021
Michael Armstrong & Nicole Cyr 03/06/2021
Tracy Garneau & Daniel Quillia Jr. 04/24/2021
Emma Brickman & Jacob Tardif 05/08/2021
Danielle Noyes & Matthew Phillips 05/08/2021
16BIRTHS
There were 26 babies born from June 2020 to May 2021
Congratulations to all the families
In Memory
Kevin S, Call Jr. August 23, 2020 Warren A. Wheaton February 09, 2021
Angie A. Keyser August 29, 2020 Richard A. Cyr February 12, 2021
Kathleen L. Staples September 30, 2020 Terry L. Frost February 17, 2021
Barbara L. Merchant October 08, 2020 Paul D. Moore February 25, 2021
Phyllis E. Mason October 10, 2020 Carl H. Mason April 18, 2021
Gary G. Mullen October 27, 2020 Susan E. Keller April 21, 2021
Patricia M. Burleigh November 07, 2020 James A. Robinson April 25, 2021
Gloria S. Blackmore November 16, 2020 Olive G. Young April 29, 2021
Hugh A. Cole November 19, 2020 Jeanette A. McKenna April 30, 2021
Iva S. Marden November 19, 2020 Lila J. Curtis May 5, 2021
Richard S. Parker November 23, 2020 Mary E. Stephan May 5, 2021
Helen V. Hasey November 29, 2020 Paul H. Mason May 6, 2021
Stuart L. Shedd Jr. January 12, 2021 Eysman A. Hasey May 19, 2021
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Registrar of Voters
As of May 31, 2021, there are 2,152 registered voters. Each party is broken down as follows:
Democrats: 423 Green Independent: 78 Republicans: 988 Unenrolled: 663
17Treasurer’s Report
Beginning Balance: July 1, 2020 $1,001,402.36
Cash Receipts 2,918,684.67
Investment Income 1,231.25
Total Income 2,919,915.92
Total Cash Available 3,921,318.28
Total Disbursements 3,661,798.38
Bank Balance: April 30, 2021 259,519.90
*Unaudited Figures
Respectfully Submitted,
Suzanne Cole
Deputy Treasurer
Report of the Tax Collector
Status on 2021 Tax Commitment
Tax Commitment $2,623,603.50
Add: Supplemental 0.00
Less: Abatements 437.50
2,623,166.00
Amount Paid Tax Collector 1,378,238.92
Uncollected as of April 30, 2021 1,244,927.08
*Unaudited Figures
Respectfully Submitted,
Suzanne Cole
Tax Collector
18Liens Outstanding for Tax Year 2019 Tax Acquired
*Hart, Kimberly 389.20
Liens Outstanding for Tax Year 2020
Adams, Connor G 2,985.00 Galen, Jill E 1,462.50
Adams, Harvard M (Heirs) 1,863.00 Harris, Brian J (Devisees) 474.00
Adams, Harvard M (Heirs) 99.00 *Hart, Kimberly 417.00
Adams, Randy L & Christal A 1,051.50 Jewett, Joseph 1,344.00
Adams, Randy L & Christal A 468.00 Keyser, Walter E & Harper, N 1,459.50
Adams, Randy L & Christal A 321.00 Lyndes, Dianne 1,791.00
Bemis, Nathan E 345.00 Melanson, James A 124.50
Bouchard, Mark I & Jeannette 1,230.00 Moody, Philip Jr & Janet 1,605.00
Bowley, Peggy L (Deceased) 801.00 Phillips, Rae 342.00
Brown, Susan C 996.00 Ross, Daniel F 972.00
Carrow, Joseph C 367.50 Smart, Nora L (Heirs) 715.50
Crane, Patti L 216.00 Voisine, Joni & Clark, Brent 304.50
Davison, Amanda G 1,081.50 Walsh, Mildred F 395.49
Evans, Michael A 3,291.00 West, Toby L 1,190.18
Gagnon, Jared 351.00 *Tax Acquired
First Installment of 2021 Taxes Outstanding as of May 15, 2021
Adams, Connor G 1,741.25 Bemis, Nathan E 201.25
Adams, Harvard M (Heirs) 1,086.75 Bessette, Richard A 174.13
Adams, Harvard M (Heirs) 57.75 Bouchard, Armand J Jr 311.50
Adams, Priscilla 496.13 Bouchard, Gary M 315.88
Adams, Randy & Chrystal 569.63 Bouchard, Mark & Jeannette 673.75
Adams, Randy & Chrystal 5.25 Bowley, Benjamin A 458.50
Adams, Randy & Chrystal 273.00 Bowley, Peggy L(Deceased) 467.25
Adams, Randy & Chrystal 187.25 Bridges, Sherri L 705.25
Ames, Peter C 685.13 Brown, Susan C 537.25
Applebee, Randal L 214.38 Call, Ricky J 601.15
Applebee, Randal L 74.38 Call, Ricky J & Brian T 230.48
Beals, Deborah S 253.75 Carr, Larry A 1,407.00
Bellah Way Apts., LLC 1,564.50 Carr, Larry A 535.50
Bellah Way Apts., LLC 1,668.63 Carr, Larry A 97.13
Bellah Way Apts., LLC 1,524.25 Carr, Larry A 97.13
Bellah Way Apts., LLC 1,712.38 Carr, Larry A 71.75
Bemis, Brad A 1,318.13 Carr, Larry A 105.00
Bemis, Mark A 734.13 Carr, Larry A 83.13
19Carr, Larry A 1,414.00 Frost, Misty R 47.25
Carr, Larry A 395.50 Gagnon, Jared 204.75
Carr, Larry A 120.75 Gagnon, Karen E 70.00
Carr, Larry A 116.38 Gagnon, Thomas 1,559.25
Carr, Larry A 106.75 Gagnon, Thomas 298.38
Carr, Larry A 112.00 Gagnon, Thomas 205.63
Carr, Larry A 121.63 Gagnon, Thomas A 1,232.00
Carr, Larry A 329.00 Gagnon, Thomas A 216.13
Carr, Larry A 441.88 Gagnon, Thomas A 1,82.63
Carr, Larry A 399.88 Gagnon, Thomas A 199.50
Carr, Larry A 353.50 Galen, Jill E 809.38
Carr, Larry A 97.13 Gallant, Monica A 202.13
Carr, Larry A 128.63 Gallant, Monica A 196.88
Carr, Larry A 78.75 Gallant, Monica A 514.50
Carr, Larry A 104.13 Gallant, Monica A 201.25
Carr, Larry A 174.13 Goodine, Guy 2,386.13
Carr, Larry A 106.75 Goodine, Guy 1,018.50
Carr, Larry A 216.13 Gray, Kevin R 364.00
Carr, Larry Alan 377.13 Griffin, Alfred G Jr 230.79
Carr, Rebecca 271.25 Hamel, Tim 1,323.38
Carr, Rebecca L 868.00 Hanson, Donald S 519.75
Carrow, Joseph C 214.38 Harris, Alan J 264.25
Cox, Stephen C 448.88 Harris, Brian J (Devisees) 276.50
Crane, Patti L 82.25 Harris-Gagne, Karen A 469.00
Davison, Amanda G 630.88 *Hart, Kimberly 243.25
Demmons, Matt 434.88 Hendsbee, Timothy D 738.50
Dorr, Sandra A 166.25 Hollobaugh, Shawn C 1,710.63
Dorr, Sandra A 1,268.75 Houston, Samuel N 617.75
Dorr, Sandra A 166.25 Jenkins, Tiffany 127.75
Dyer, Paul A (Trustee) 130.10 Jewett, Joseph 784.00
Eastman, Jeffrey D 289.63 Johnston, Albert M. IV 73.50
Eastman, Jeffrey D 291.38 Johnston, Albert M. IV 190.75
Eastman, Jeffrey D 291.38 Keyser, Walter E 807.63
Eastman, Jeffrey D 440.13 King, Robert H Jr 292.31
Ellis, James S 101.50 Levant Holdings, LLC 1,916.75
Ervin, Brian S 452.38 Levant Rentals INC 396.38
Evans, Michael A 1,876.00 Levant Rentals INC 1,493.63
Feniger, Thomas M 1,708.88 Levant Rentals INC 672.88
Free, George L (Trustee) 1,528.63 Levant Rentals INC 507.50
20Levant Rentals INC 289.63 Reese Co 197.75
Levant Rentals Incorpora 1,232.00 Reese Co 199.50
Lyndes, Dianne 1,001.00 Reynolds, Cody S 212.63
Mailman, Mahkayla M 322.78 Richards, Shawna 550.38
Manzo, Darlene S 780.50 Ricker, Peter K 373.63
Marden, Iva 57.75 Ross, Daniel F 523.25
Melanson, James A 28.88 Schiele Properties, LLC 3,052.00
Mellott, Donna L 49.68 Scripture, Ricky S & Susan 1,156.75
Merchant, Merle W & Jean 580.60 Serwik, Elzbieta 1,123.50
Military Warriors Support 1,080.63 Simmons, Shirley A 758.63
Miner, Jamie 1,679.13 Small, Kirk 162.75
Mionis, Michael J 720.38 Smart, Nora L (Heirs) 417.38
Moody, Philip Jr & Janet 892.50 Smith, Danielle L 1,587.25
Morrison, David & Donna 1,285.38 Taylor, Donald C 322.00
Pastet, Darlene 142.63 TG Logistics LLC 642.25
Phillips, Rae 199.50 Thayer, Aaron M 204.75
Pierce, Gayle M 832.13 Townsend, Allen R. 86.63
Pinkham, Grace L 195.13 True, Ronald A 147.00
Pooler, Joanie L 1,128.75 Underhill, Charles & Pam 180.25
Reddy, Bruce R 1,544.38 Upton, Valerie J 167.13
Reese Co 581.88 Voisine, Joni & Clark, Brent 133.88
Reese Co 285.25 Walsh, Mildred F 328.13
Reese Co 200.38 Waters, Shara 194.25
Reese Co 196.88 Wentworth, Christopher G 1,638.00
Reese Co 196.88 West, Toby L 1,527.75
Reese Co 196.88 White, Shawn C 34.13
Reese Co 196.88 Willette, Ryan 116.75
Reese Co 198.63 Witham, Andrew J 231.88
Reese Co 196.88 Witham, Andrew J II 963.38
Reese Co 198.63 WL Properties, LLC 324.63
Reese Co 198.63
Reese Co 198.63 Interest Not Included
Reese Co 198.63 *Tax Acquired
First half taxes for the 2021 tax year were
due on December 15, 2020.
21Valuation and Assessment of the Town of Levant
(Fiscal Year 2021)
As of April 1, 2020
Land 53,411,000
Buildings 96,509,100
Total Taxable Real Estate 149,920,200
Total Taxable Personal Property 175,800
Grand Total Taxable Property 150,096,000
Exemptions:
Federal & State 0
Town of Levant 2,546,000
Literary & Scientific (Schools) 3,393,400
Houses of Worship 607,100
Fraternal Organizations (Grange) 148,500
Veterans & Widows 486,000
Blind 12,000
Landing Field 2,100
Total Exemptions 7,219,100
Tax Commitment
Requirements:
County Tax 260,572.00
Municipal Appropriations 1,392,02.00
Education Appropriations 2,021,323.00
Overlay 130,522.90
Total Requirements 3,405,309.90
Allowable Deductions:
State Revenue Sharing 83,317.00
Homestead Reimbursement 215,237.40
BETE Reimbursement 2,285.50
Other Revenue 877,500.00
Total Deductions 1,178,339.90
Amount to be raised by Property Taxation 2,626,680.00
$159,096,000 times the local tax rate of 0.0175 equals $2,626,680.00
Respectfully Submitted,
Suzanne Cole, Assessors’ Agent
22Animal Control Report
The ACO duties are much more than being the “dog catcher” as some people
like to refer to them. The primary function of the ACO is the health and welfare of
domestic animals. ACOs do not deal with wild animals nor are we responsible to pick
up road kill.
True we pick up stray cats and dogs, but we also deal with horses, cows, goats,
sheep, pigs, parakeets, and ferrets to name a few domestic animals. We want to
ensure that the animals are properly cared for, stay on their own property and are
not a danger to themselves or others.
We are often called upon to go into a situation where we don’t know what
awaits us when we get there. If we suspect danger, we will call the Sheriff or State
Police for assistance as they often call on us for assistance. We are on call 24/7 and
often get calls in the middle of the night. I have often rescued abandoned animals
that were left to fend for themselves in places that require protective equipment
before I can safely enter.
We have the authority to issue tickets and in some cases remove an animal
from a dangerous environment. I think one of the toughest parts of the job is not
necessarily dealing with frightened or dangerous animals but people that are upset
and at times combative. It is also frustrating when families or neighbors can’t get
along so they call us to stir up trouble.
We wish to be there for the residents who have a domestic animal situation
and need our assistance. We hope you know we are available to protect the animals
involved. We ask that you use your best intentions when you reach out to us. If you
have a domestic dispute that does not truly involve the pets then please contact
your local sheriff’s department.
Thank you,
Noel C Sirabella, ACO
23Levant Fire Department
“Home of the Fighting 44”
3917 Union St. Levant, Me 04456
Emergency Call 911 Non-Emergency 884-7574
Over the past year Levant Fire department and Rescue responded to 869 requests for our service. Of
those requests we responded to 676 medical calls and 193 fire. Our department continues to grow, and
handle more requests for our services-with last year being our busiest on record. In comparison 4 years
ago we handled 591 requests-an increase of 278 requests.
With that increase in volume and being our busiest year-it was the most stressful year in public
safety as we battled through the Covid pandemic. To say I am beyond proud of the department’s first
responders would be an understatement! As we continue to face the struggles of staffing and finding
new members-we continued to handle requests for our services, all while facing so many changes, and
challenges with keeping ourselves healthy. The department put many policies in place to keep the
building clean, well maintained, with limited access, and got through all of last year remaining safe and
continuing to respond to all emergencies.
We continue to staff an ambulance from 7 AM to 7 PM-7 days a week, with a great partnership
with Northern Light Medical. Last year we also added our own ambulance that we can also staff, to help
provide transport during time ambulances may not be available or multiple request for our services
occurs. We are always looking for new members and we provide paid shifts, along with the ability to
earn paid time off when working shifts on the department. If you are interested in helping in your
community-we can train you and will provide that training you need-just come grab an application!
Last year we looked to gain financial support in upgrading our current apparatus and replacing
some of aging equipment. Even though we did not get the financial support we needed-we truly
appreciate all the support this community has provided us over the years-and we are working harder
than ever to find ways to keep our equipment and apparatus in working order without putting added
stress on our tax payers. With not obtaining these funds-the needs are still there to invest in our
department and will be looking in the future to find how we best do that, my request as Chief is for
residents to get out and visit our station, and ask how we can best financially support public safety for
the future-and what that option looks like.
In closing as your Chief I want to say a huge thanks again to my members for the hours of
dedication given to this town at training and putting aside personal time to respond to emergencies in
the town. The total success of this department wouldn’t happen without the support from the town
administration, and you the taxpayers for supporting the overall operation of this department. As we
continue to deal with the Covid pandemic, we look forward to the days of being back in our schools
teaching fire safety-and welcoming guests to visit our station. Remember check out and like our
Facebook page to stay updated on things happening on our department!
Again, thanks for your support and as always know-if you need us, WE WILL BE THERE!!
respectfully submitted -Eric Strout Chief Levant Fire/Rescue
24School 25
Regional School Unit 87 Mark Turner
44 Plymouth Road Superintendent of Schools
Carmel, ME 04419 mturner@rsu87.org
Fax: (207) 848-5196 Phone: (207) 848-5173 ext. 13
May 11, 2021
Greetings,
As I write this letter we have about a month left of our first-ever school year under a pandemic. What a long
and grueling year for us all, especially for our students. We look forward to getting back to normal and hope
that the next school year brings us that much closer.
It has been an extremely busy year in RSU 87. The majority of our infrastructure projects have been completed,
with the remainder to be finished by the end of June. These much needed upgrades were difficult to complete
due to the pandemic, however, our air quality improvements proved to be very timely. Moving forward, all will
be beneficial to take on the challenging work of teaching our students, without having to worry about heating
systems that don’t function, poor air quality in our classrooms, or power outages that disrupt learning.
It has been a very difficult year to create a budget. The pandemic caused a $416,000 financial shortfall in our
District’s State funding. This decrease in funding is especially problematic for us as it comes at a time when our
spending must increase to pay for the much needed infrastructure upgrades. However, as we had hoped, we
are able to support most of the increase by our dedication to be fiscally responsible, as well as some
operational savings we’ve received thanks to our infrastructure projects. The Board of Directors has approved a
budget for the 2021-2022 school year that proposes a 2.27% increase thanks to almost $500,000 that we were
able to put back into the budget this year which offsets the cost to taxpayers.
I truly appreciate the support I have received from the Board of Directors, Town Managers, Boards of
Selectmen, and all of the taxpayers in our communities. I’m proud to work in a community that is so supportive
of their children’s needs, and that truly wants what’s best for students! One thing that this pandemic has
taught us is how important this time is in our kids lives, they truly are our future!
We have scheduled our annual District Budget Meeting for Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 6:30 PM, at Caravel
Middle School, followed by a referendum vote in each town on Tuesday, June 8, 2021.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Turner
RSU 87 Superintendent of Schools
Education is empowering all students to succeed in a changing world.
26Suzanne M. Smith Elementary School
Principal’s Report
What a year! On August 26, 2020, we began the 2020-2021 school year with 197 students enrolled in grades
PreK-5. Our current enrollment is 204.
Who would have thought that our school closure on March 13, 2020, would have continued into this school year.
We started this school year in a hybrid model due to COVID-19 restrictions with students divided into two
cohorts. Cohort A attended school Monday and Tuesday and Cohort B attended Thursday and Friday. Our
hours of in-person instruction were 8:30-12:30. Remote instruction was from 1:00-2:30.
On March 1, we extended our school day and brought K-5 students back for in-person instruction 4-days per
week. Our Pre-k schedule remained consistent with 2 in-person days per cohort. Remote work continued on
Wednesday. Planning for this was challenging and required many meetings, much support from the community,
and several iterations of a school-wide schedule. CDC guidelines still required social distancing and this
provided some significant challenges for recess, lunch, breakfast, and bussing.
On April 26, we will make another adjustment to our in-person instructional time by bringing K-5 students back
for a full week. We will add Wednesday on a rotating basis for PreK students. The SES staff is extremely
excited to be able to end the 2020-21 school in full in-person mode. It has been a long year for everyone and
we look forward to returning to a more normal school routine next year.
As a school, our professional development focus has around distance learning. Staff worked diligently to get up
to speed with SeeSaw, Google Classroom, as well as other new technology requirements. Teachers did much of
this work on their own. They became the experts and then shared their new learning with colleagues. Much was
learned in a short period of time. Administrators within the district used The Distance Learning Playbook by
Fisher, Fry, and Hattie as a resource. Both teachers and administrators met at least weekly to discuss what was
working well, as well as, adjustments needed.
SES was extremely fortunate to bring on one new teacher this year, Ms. Lauren Arnold. Ms. Arnold is one of our
two second-grade teachers. She has brought with her much energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge around the use
of google classroom. Energy and enthusiasm have never been more important than this year! Ms. Arnold quickly
became a valued member of our school team.
Last summer there were many upgrades scheduled to happen at SES. LED lighting was installed, our kitchen
received some upgrades, a new dual-fuel heating system and domestic hot water system were installed as well
as a new heating and ventilation system. In addition, a new building temperature control system was installed.
Due to COVID, some items were pushed to the summer of 2021. This summer the silo will receive structural
repairs and our phone system will be updated. Repairs to the building siding are also in the planning stages.
I continue to be inspired by the SES staff and school community. As I noted last year these challenging times
have required us to work together, support each other, and reach out more often. The Levant community needs
to be applauded for their grit and determination as we worked through these trying times. It has been a privilege
to be on this journey with such a great team.
I would once again like to remind citizens that there are three types of Suzanne M. Smith scholarships available
to RSU 87 residents. For more information, you can contact the school at 884-7444 or the Superintendent's
Office at 848-5173. Each year we try to sponsor one fundraising activity to add to the scholarship fund.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lorri Day, Principal
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TOWN OF LEVANT - 2021-2022 MUNICIPAL BUDGET
FY 20-21 FY 21-22
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET BUDGET PROPOSED
PERSONAL SERVICES
Town Manager Salary 44,140.00 44,581.00
Administrative Assistant 34,167.00 34,850.00
Secretary/Clerk Salary 21,875.00 22,313.00
Code Enforcement Salary 8,080.00 8,160.00
Total Personal Services: 108,262.00 109,904.00
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Assessing Services 8,877.00 9,054.00
Legal Expense 5,000.00 5,000.00
Maine Municipal Dues 3,500.00 3,500.00
Municipal Audit 3,200.00 3,200.00
Registry of Deeds 4,200.00 4,000.00
Trio Licensing Fee 14,000.00 15,000.00
MRC/PVRDD Dues 1,500.00 1,400.00
Mapping 2,000.00 2,200.00
Website 3,000.00 3,000.00
Total Pro. Services: 45,277.00 46,354.00
BOARDS & COMMITTEES
Selectmen's Stipend 4,250.00 4,250.00
Planning Board Services 1,200.00 1,200.00
Election Services 1,000.00 1,000.00
Board of Appeals 100.00 100.00
Total Boards/Committees 6,550.00 6,550.00
OPERATING EXPENSES
Advertising/Notice Expense 300.00 300.00
Annual Report Expense 750.00 600.00
Books & Forms 300.00 500.00
Mileage Misc. Employees 250.00 150.00
Dues and Memberships 150.00 150.00
Equipment Repair/Replace 1,700.00 1,500.00
Fica/Medicare Match 7,000.00 7,000.00
Maine State Retirement 15,500.00 15,500.00
Maintenance Agreement 2,900.00 3,000.00
Miscellaneous Expense 1,000.00 500.00
37Office Supplies 1,500.00 1,500.00
Postage Expense 5,500.00 5,500.00
Postage Meter 760.00 760.00
Retirement -ICMA 1,560.00 1,560.00
Total Operating Expenses 38,370.00 38,520.00
RISK MANAGEMENT
Income Protection 1,600.00 1,000.00
Worker's Comp Insurance 10,500.00 13,000.00
MMA Property & Casualty 8,500.00 8,500.00
Total Insurance 20,600.00 22,500.00
UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE
Building Maintenance 1,000.00 1,000.00
Electricity 2,900.00 2,500.00
Heating Expense 1,700.00 1,500.00
Telephone Expense 2,400.00 2,500.00
Total Utilities & Maintenance 8,000.00 7,500.00
GENERAL SERVICES
Levant 76’ers 2,000.00 2,000.00
Scouting Contribution 800.00 0.00
Total General Services: 2,800.00 2,000.00
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ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET 230,859.00 233,328.00
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GENERAL ASSISTANCE 2,000.00 2,000.00
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FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET
OPERATING EXPENSES
MMA Property Casualty 6,500.00 6,500.00
Dues & Memberships 645.00 645.00
Maintenance Agreement 7,015.00 7,015.00
Office Supplies 700.00 700.00
Equipment Repairs 2,000.00 2,000.00
Fire Chief Stipend 15,000.00 15,000.00
Biannual Physicals 1,260.00 1,060.00
Housekeeping Supplies 1,200.00 1,200.00
License Fee 200.00 200.00
Compressed Gas UTB recharge air 1,300.00 1,300.00
38Rescue Supplies 1,800.00 1,800.00
Vehicle Fuel Expense 4,500.00 4,500.00
Personnel Reimbursement 25,195.00 26,000.00
Ambulance Reimbursement 40,105.00 63,420.00
Total Operating Expenses 107,420.00 131,340.00
UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE
Building Maintenance 1,500.00 1,500.00
Electricity 5,500.00 5,500.00
Heating Expense 7,000.00 7,500.00
Telephone 660.00 744.00
Total Utilities & Maintenance 14,660.00 15,244.00
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Fire Department Training 2,000.00 2,000.00
Fire Prevention 1,000.00 1,000.00
Rescue Training 0.00 0.00
Training Materials 0.00 0.00
Total Training & Education 3,000.00 3,000.00
EQUIPMENT EXPENSE
Dry Hydrants 600.00 600.00
Fire Equipment Purchase 6,000.00 6,000.00
Protective Apparel (Turnout Gear) 5,800.00 6,000.00
Stretcher Lease 0.00 2,724.00
Pager Purchase 1,500.00 1,500.00
Pager Repair 700.00 700.00
Total Equipment Expense 14,600.00 17,524.00
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Unit 444 ('08 HME) 2,000.00 2,000.00
Unit 442 (94 Intn'l) 1,700.00 1,700.00
Unit 448 (01 Rescue) 1,000.00 1,800.00
Unit 459 (Ambulance) 4,000.00 2,500.00
Unit 446 1,600.00 1,600.00
Total Vehicle Maintenance 10,300.00 9,600.00
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TOTAL FIRE DEPT. BUDGET 149,980.00 176,708.00
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39TOWN MAINTENANCE BUDGET
UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE
Solid Waste 90,000.00 90,000.00
Trash Collection-Curbside 127,411.00 131,233.00
Street Lights 3,000.00 3,000.00
Corner Lot Maintenance 1,500.00 2,000.00
Ambulance 5,000.00 5,000.00
PCSO Contract 12,000.00 10,000.00
Total Town Utilities 238,911.00 241,233.00
CEMETERY MAINTENANCE
Flags and Flowers 300.00 300.00
Cemetery Maintenance 5,000.00 5,000.00
Cemetery Gravel & Loam 1,000.00 1,000.00
Total Cemetery Maintenance 6,300.00 6,300.00
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TOTAL TOWN MAINTENANCE 245,211.00 247,533.00
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ROADS AND HIGHWAYS
OPERATING BUDGET
Public Works Employees 60,000.00 60,000.00
Total Operating Expenses 60,000.00 60,000.00
HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE
MMA Property & Casualty 2,500.00 3,500.00
Highway Maintenance 25,000.00 25,000.00
Paving & Surfacing 265,000.00 265,000.00
Road Signage 200.00 200.00
Total Highway Maintenance 292,700.00 293,700.00
SNOW AND ICE CONTROL
Snow Removal Contract 202,357.00 208,428.00
Salt & Sand Expense 65,000.00 57,000.00
Total Winter Maintenance 267,357.00 265,428.00
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ROADS & HIGHWAYS BUDGET 620,057.00 619,128.00
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40ANIMAL CONTROL BUDGET
OPERATING EXPENSES
ACO Stipend 6,800.00 7,000.00
Impound Fees 1,700.00 1,700.00
Forms & Supplies 100.00 100.00
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ANIMAL CONTROL BUDGET: 8,600.00 8,800.00
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RECREATIONAL BUDGET
PERSONAL SERVICES
Recreation Director 14,495.00 14,495.00
Concessions 2,200.00 2,000.00
Total Personal Service 16,695.00 16,495.00
UTILITIES & MAINTENANCE
MMA Property and Casualty 200.00 200.00
Ball Field Maintenance 2,000.00 2,000.00
Gazebo (Christmas Tree) 0.00 250.00
Electricity 600.00 600.00
Total Utilities and Maintenance 2,800.00 3,050.00
SPORTS EXPENSES
Baseball/Softball 1,000.00 1,000.00
Youth Soccer 750.00 1,000.00
Cheerleading 750.00 1,000.00
Coaches Ed/ Equipment/Supplies 250.00 250.00
Basketball 1,000.00 1,000.00
Total Sports Activities: 3,750.00 4,250.00
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIIES
Easter Party 1,000.00 1,000.00
Father/Daughter/Mom/Son Dance 1,000.00 1,000.00
Halloween Dance 150.00 500.00
Miscellaneous Rec. Activities 1,500.00 1,000.00
Total Community Activities 3,650.00 3,500.00
OLD HOME DAY FESTIVAL 9,000.00 4,000.00
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TOTAL RECREATIONAL BUDGET 35,895.00 31,295.00
41CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS & RESERVE
BUDGET
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
Administration Capital 2,000.00 2,000.00
Fire Department Capital 4,000.00 25,000.00
Recreational Capital 0.00 0.00
Honor Roll 0.00 0.00
Total Capital Accounts 6,000.00 27,000.00
CAPITAL RESERVES
Comprehensive Plan Update 0.00 0.00
Civil Defense Reserve 0.00 0.00
Public Works Reserve 10,000.00 10,000.00
Emergency Road Reserve 0.00 0.00
Equipment Reserve 0.00 0.00
Recreational Reserve 0.00 0.00
Fire Truck Reserve 0.00 0.00
Legal Reserve 0.00 0.00
Cemetery Reserve 0.00 0.00
State Road Reserve 0.00 0.00
Town Office Reserve 2,000.00 5,000.00
SCBA Reserve 5,000.00 0.00
Engineering Reserve 0.00 0.00
Fire Dept Vehicle Repair Reserve 2,000.00 0.00
Emergency Vet Reserve 0.00 0.00
Total Capital Reserve 19,000.00 15,000.00
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TOTAL CAPITAL BUDGET 25,000.00 42,000.00
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DEBT SERVICE
Public Works Building 75,000.00 75,000.00
TOTAL DEBT SERVICE 75,000.00 75,000.00
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TOTAL MUNICIPAL BUDGET: 1,392,602.00 1,435,792.00
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42GOVERNMENTAL ASSESSMENTS
Educational Assessment 2,021,323.00 2,075,109.00
County Tax Assessment 260,572.00 290,797.00
Overlay 12,000.00 12,000.00
Total Assessments: 2,293,895.00 2,377,906.00
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PROJECTED NEED: 3,686,497.00 3,813,698.00
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43REVENUE BUDGET Budget Proposed
FY 20/21 FY 21/22
TAX COLLECTOR'S REVENUE
Excise Tax - Boats $2,900.00 $2,600.00
Excise Tax - Motor Vehicle $575,000.00 $580,000.00
DMV Agent Fee $9,200.00 $9,000.00
Veteran's Reimbursement $1,350.00 $1,350.00
Interest & Fees on Taxes $17,000.00 $15,000.00
Total Tax Collector: $605,450.00 $607,950.00
TREASURER'S REVENUE
Intergovernmental Revenue
Municipal Revenue Sharing $83,317.00 $125,000.00
Local Road Assistance $30,000.00 $35,000.00
Snowmobile Fee Reimbursement $1,200.00 $1,200.00
General Assistance Reimbursement $1,000.00 $500.00
Homestead Reimbursement $110,000.00 $125,000.00
Tree Growth Reimbursement $3,300.00 $3,500.00
Total Intergovernmental: $228,817.00 $290,200.00
Local Revenue
Building Permits $6,000.00 $6,000.00
Mobile Home Park License Fee $150.00 $0.00
Cable Franchise Fees $11,500.00 $11,500.00
Photo Copy Revenue $100.00 $100.00
Interest Income on Investment $1,500.00 $1,500.00
PERC/MRC Revenue $0.00 $4,000.00
Cemetery Lots/Burials $1,500.00 $1,000.00
Total Local Revenue: $20,750.00 $24,100.00
Total Treasurer's Revenue: $249,567.00 $314,300.00
44TOWN CLERK'S REVENUE
Agent Fee/License $1,000.00 $1,000.00
Agent Fee/ATV $600.00 $600.00
Dog Control Fees $2,000.00 $2,000.00
Vital Statistic Fees $2,200.00 $2,200.00
Total Town Clerk Revenue: $5,800.00 $5,800.00
NON-PROPERTY TAX REVENUE: $860,817.00 $928,050.00
LOCAL REVENUE
Fund Appropriation $100,000.00 $75,000.00
NON-PROPERTY TAX REVENUE: $960,817.00 $1,003,050.00
45town meeting warrant 46
Special Town Meeting Warrant
Penobscot, ss State of Maine
To: Clarence Colbath, a resident of the Town of Levant, in said county of Penobscot:
In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters
of the Town of Levant, in said County, qualified to vote in Town affairs, to assemble at
the Suzanne Smith School on Saturday the 19th day of June, A.D. 2021 at 9:00am, then
and there to act upon the following articles, to wit:
Article 1: To choose a moderator to preside at said meeting.
Article 2: To see if the Town will vote to fix two dates when taxes on real estate and
personal property shall be due and payable and after which interest shall
accrue.
RECOMMEND:
First Installment: December 15, 2021
Second Installment: June 15, 2022
Article 3: To see if the Town will set a rate of interest to be paid after the due dates on
delinquent taxes.
RECOMMEND: 6.0%, the maximum allowed as per Henry Beck,
Treasurer of State.
(Title 36 M.R.S.A., Section 505(4))
Article 4: To see if the Town will vote to establish the interest rate of 8% per year on the
amount of overpayment to be paid to a taxpayer who is determined to have
paid an amount of real estate or personal property taxes in excess of the
amount finally assessed on April 1, 2021 (Title 36 M.R.S.A., Section 506-A)
Article 5: To see if the Town will vote to close all Fiscal Year 2020-2021 overdrafts to
surplus.
Article 6: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen and Treasurer, on
behalf of the Town to sell or dispose of obsolete Town equipment and
material on such terms as they deem proper and any property to be sold must
be put up for competitive bid and advertised around Town for at least fourteen
days.
Article 7: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen and
Treasurer to borrow in anticipation of taxes (Title 30-A M.R.S.A. Section
5151).
47Article 8: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Board of Selectmen to enter
into and execute contracts not to exceed five years.
Article 9: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Tax Collector or Treasurer to
accept prepayments of taxes not yet committed pursuant to Title 36 M.R.S.A.
Section 506.
Article 10: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen, on behalf of the
Town, to sell and dispose of tax-acquired property by competitive sealed bid,
to be advertised in a manner deemed proper by the Selectmen and to
execute municipal quit claim deeds for the same. In the event that no suitable
bids are received, the Town authorizes the Board of Selectmen and Treasurer
to dispose of the property on such terms as they deem proper. Also, to
authorize the Selectmen, in their discretion, to retain any tax acquired property
or any portion thereof for municipal purposes or waive the automatic lien
foreclosures when it is in the best interest of the town. If sale is to anyone
other than the former owner, the Board of Selectmen shall follow the special
sale process required by 36 M.R.S.A. §943-C for qualifying homestead
property.
Article 11: To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to accept donations
and any other gifts on behalf of the Town.
ROAD ARTICLES
Article 12: To see if the Town, pursuant to 23 MRSA § 3025, will vote to accept the
dedication made by of title in fee simple in a strip of land (Lindsay Drive)
bounded and described as laid out in the Final Subdivision Plan for Lindsay
Drive Subdivision in Levant, Maine recorded at Penobscot Registry of Deeds
Map File 2018-150, and to accept and establish a town way on said strip of
land.
BUDGET ARTICLES
Article 13: To see if the Town will authorize the use of revenue from recreation
department events to be expended to offset the cost of these and other
recreational events and any such revenue not expended at year’s end be
transferred to the Recreation Reserve Account.
Article 14: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate any income or unexpended dollars
from Old Home Days evenly to the Recreation Reserve and the Old Home
Days Reserve at the end of the fiscal year.
Article 15: To see if the Town will authorize the use of revenues to be expended to offset
the cost of the operation of the ambulance service and fire department.
48Article 16: To see if the Town will authorize unexpended funds at year’s end from the
Highway Maintenance budget to be transferred to the Public Works Reserve
Account.
Article 17: To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen or Town Manager,
acting in concurrence with said Selectmen, to apply for and/or accept and
expend, on behalf of the Town, money from Federal, State or other
governmental units or private sources which may be received from time to
time in the form of Grants or any other source, during the period from July 1,
2021 to June 30, 2022.
EXPENSE BUDGET ARTICLES
(The Selectmen recommend the following amounts for the following Expense and
Revenue Budgets)
Article 18: To see what sum of money the Town will vote to raise and/or appropriate for
the Administrative Budget.
RECOMMEND: $233,328
Article 19: To see what sum of money the Town will vote to raise and/or appropriate for
General Assistance.
RECOMMEND: $2,000
Article 20: To see what sum of money the Town will vote to raise and/or appropriate for
the Fire Department.
RECOMMEND: $176,708
Article 21: To see what sum of money the Town will vote to raise and/or appropriate for
Town Maintenance Budget.
RECOMMEND: $247,533
Article 22: To see what sum of money the Town will vote to raise and/or appropriate for
Road & Highway Budget.
RECOMMEND: $619,128
The following is a list of the proposed projects for which the bulk of the
Highway Maintenance portion of the road budget will be expended:
Winter Maintenance:
Plowing/Salt/Sand $265,428
Paving & Surfacing: $265,000
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