Town of Raymond, Maine

Budget Development Schedule for FY2019-2020

The Budget Developement Schedule

December 11, 2018	Board of Selectmen: Set goals and approve calendar
February 12, 2019	Board of Selectmen: Town Manager submits budget
February 26, 2019	Joint Meeting: Department Head Review #1
March 12, 2019	Joint Meeting: Department Head Review #2
March 26, 2019	Joint Meeting: Budget Workshop
April 23, 2019	Board of Selectmen: Warrent Article review and approval
April 30, 2019	Budget-Finance Commitee: Vote on recommendations
June 4, 2019	Annual Town Meeting

For a more detail schedule click HERE

Brush Cutter

Public Works looks into acquiring a brush cutter. Click on video for further information.

Update on Maine's New Veteran Plate

As of November 13, 2018 the Special Veteran plate and the Disability Special Veteran has a new design. Registrants who currently have either plates MUST change to the new design when renewing their registrations. During this transition, registrants with Veterans plates will not be able to renew registrations with Rapid Renewal. For more information or questions call Rita Theriault 207-655-4742 x123

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Local Access TV - Spectrum Changes

The channel numbers have changed to:

- 1301 for Town of Raymond

- 1302 for RSU #14

Raymond Village Library

For information on the Raymond Village Library click on the video below.

2018 Annual Report

The 2018 Annual Report is ready! It summarizes the activities of the Town of Raymond for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018.

Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Law Books

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife has changed to digital law books rather than printed versions.

"In 2016, we printed over 700,000 law books. That's a lot of paper and a lot of resources diverted from Maine's fish and wildlife."

The digital law books are downloadable and searchable. The link to them is in the menu list on the right side of this page. They are formated to use either on a smart phone, tablet, or computer.

There will be a few printed copies for those who do not own a smart phone or computer.

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Law Books

Full Time Paramedic

Full Time Paramedic / Firefighter

Raymond Fire & Rescue

Raymond Fire & Rescue Department is seeking a Full Time Paramedic/ Firefighter.

Minimum qualifications include: Maine licensed paramedic preferred Firefighter Cert. The successful candidate must have a clean Maine driver’s license, pass a criminal records and background check as well as a department physical conditioning and agility test.

The job consists of a 24 hour rotational shift.

Application and resume with cover letter will be accepted until the position is filled at 401 Webbs Mills Road Raymond, Maine, 04071.

Applications are available HERE, or by picking one up at 1443 Roosevelt Trail Raymond Maine 04071.

The Town of Raymond is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information, please contact, Chief Bruce D Tupper via email bruce.tupper@raymondmaine.org

Raymond Fire & Rescue ISO Insurance Rating Update

The Raymond Fire Department has just undergone our ISO Insurance Services Office rating review. The ISO is “the leading supplier of data analytics for the property/casualty insurance industry” These ratings are used by insurance companies to calculate premiums for residential and commercial structures.

We are proud to announce that we have been re classified to the improved rating of 4/4Y. This is an improvement from our previous rating of 5/8B, including an entire class drop in the hydrant district of our community.

The ratings system is from 1-10 with one being the best, and ten does not meet the minimum rating criteria for recognition. The Department is rated on four major categories including Needed Fire Flow, Communications, Water Supply, and the Fire Department including equipment, staffing, training, distribution of suppression assets, and community risk reduction programs.

Check with your insurance company and see if any rate changes, which may apply to your fire insurance because of this rating. We are proud to provide improved ratings; the new rating is a reflection of our dedication to provide the best possible services within the scope of our budget.

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Also, if your interested, the Raymond Fire & Rescue Department has just launched a promotional video on Facebook encouraging citizens to join their department. Click HERE for a link.

Communtiy Resources - 211 Maine

Any residents that are having trouble this time of year with the effects of the extreme cold, whether it be frozen/burst pipes, reduced or no access to heating fuel are encouraged to use 211 Maine as a resource. 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people of all ages across Maine to local services and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

You can call, text, email or search their website.

They are available to discuss options, programs and services that can help with heating and utility assistance. Along with financial assistance, health care, mental health, domestic violence and addiction treatment.

Town Scholarships Application Now Available

The deadline for applying for the Town Scholarships is April 30, 2019.

For more information click HERE. For Application click HERE.

Gateway to Raymond Wreaths - Thanks all those who contributed.

Information on Local Broadband Efforts

The Town of Raymond has been working with Standish, Windham, and Gray to explore the possibility of bringing broadband internet service to this region.

Information relating to these efforts:

If you have any feedback or questions please contact:

Don Willard, Raymond Town Manager via email or 207-655-4742 x131
Thomas Bartell, Windham Economie Development Executive Director via email or 207-892-1936

Raymond Garden Tour 2019 Needs Gardens!

RAYMOND GARDEN TOUR 2019 NEEDS GARDENS!

We are seeking gardens for the next Raymond Garden Tour to be held June 22, 2019. Don’t be shy! If you have a nice landscape or know someone who does, let us know and that garden could be chosen as one of next year’s featured gardens.

We hope to visit the gardens THIS JUNE.

This event benefits the Raymond Village Library

Please contact Elissa at ewoodgiff@hotmail.com Or call her at 655-3399.

Become a Foster Grandparent or Senior Companion

Become a Foster Grandparent or Senior Companion!

The Opportunity Alliance has meaningful volunteer opportunities available for adults 55 and older in Southern Maine. Foster Grandparents are placed in schools and child development centers to support school readiness and academic achievement of children. Senior Companions make independence a reality for isolated elders by visiting clients in their homes and providing transportation assistance for doctor’s appointments and/or grocery shopping.

Volunteers who commit to a minimum of 15 hours/week and meet generous income guidelines, receive a tax-free stipend, mileage and meal reimbursement. All volunteers receive ongoing training, recognition, and supervision.

We are also accepting referrals for individuals interested in having a Senior Companion provide socialization and local transportation.

To learn more about becoming a volunteer or client, please call 207-773-0202 or toll-free at 1-800-698-4959.

Main Street Sidewalk Project

Approved at Town Meeting, the Town of Raymond is planning to extend the current sidewalk on Route 302 along Main Street to the intersection of Route 121 (Meadow Road).

For more information click HERE.

Nomination Papers

NOMINATION PAPERS will be available beginning 8:30 am, Friday, March 1, 2019

For the following positions:

Selectman – 2 positions for 3 year terms

Budget/Finance Committee – 2 or 3 positions for 3 year terms *

RSU #14 Board of Directors – 1 position for 3 year term

* The Town voted to change the membership of the Budget-Finance Committee from a 9 member to a 7 member committee with a provision that if any current member wants to remain on the committee they may. If all 3 current members up for re-election choose to run there will be 3 open seats, if 1 or more choose not to run there will be 2 open seats.

Positions to be elected on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. Polls will be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Jordan Small Middle School gymnasium

Nomination papers are available at the Raymond Town Office during regular office hours. 25, but not over 100, registered Raymond voter signatures are required for being added to the ballot.

The DEADLINE for submission of nomination papers to the Town Clerk is Tuesday, April 11, 2019, at 4:00 pm.

Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce TV Campaign

The Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce has put together a program highlighting the Lakes Region area. To view the segment about Raymond you can click HERE. The show will begin airing this month on some local networks and run through to June. To view the entire show you can click HERE which covers other towns in the area in additon to Raymond.

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Mailbox Identification Reminder

Just a reminder to all citizens to make sure your mailbox and/or house has proper identification so that emergency services can locate your home in the event of an emergency.

The Public Safety Building located at 1443 Roosevelt Trail offers FREE mailbox numbers to those who need them.

Remember: They Can't Help You, If They Can't Find You.

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2018 Welcome to Raymond Brochure

Click Here to view the entire brochure online. You can also pick up your copy at the Town Office or at a local business.

401 Webbs Mills Road, Raymond, Maine 04071 - Tel: 207-655-4742 Fax: 207-655-3024