PARKMAN NEWS—JUNE 2023 EDITION
The Planning Board will meet on Thursday, June 1st at 6:00 p.m. in the library of the Parkman Town Office.
Free fishing weekend is Saturday, June 3rd through Sunday, June 4th. On these days, anyone (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days.
The Parkman Grange will meet on Tuesday, June 6th at 5:00 p.m. at the Parkman Grange Hall. All are welcome to attend.
The Board of Selectmen of the Town of Parkman are accepting bids for the Snow Plow Contract for the Town of Parkman. Each bid must be in writing and in a sealed envelope marked “Snow Plow Bid” on the outside. All bids must be received by the Selectmen no later than Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Late bids will not be opened or considered. Description of contract is available at the Parkman Town Office. This is a 3-year bid with the option to renew for another 2 years. Bids will be opened and reviewed by the Selectmen at the Town Office on June 7th at 5:30 p.m. The Board of Selectmen reserve the right to reject any and all bids.
The Board of Selectmen will meet on Wednesday, June 7th and Thursday, June 22nd at 5:30 p.m. in the library of the Parkman Town Office.
Congratulations to all the 2023 PCHS graduates, especially Parkman’s own Emma Calnan and Kendall Kimball. Emma is graduating Valedictorian, and Kendall is graduating Salutatorian Graduation is Sunday, June 11th at 1:00 p.m., and the last day of school for SAD #4 is Friday, June 16th and it is a half day with dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
The Parkman Prowlers ATV Club will meet on Monday, June 12th at 5:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Parkman Town Office. All are welcome to attend.
The SAD #4 Budget Referendum will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Polls will be open 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Voting will take place in the lower level of the Parkman Town Office. Absentee ballots are available at the Parkman Town Office. The Parkman Town Office will be CLOSED for business on that day.
The Parkman Prowlers ATV Club will be having a fundraiser on Thursday, June 15, 2023. Visit Pat’s Pizza at their Dover location and 10% of all food proceeds will go directly to the ATV Club.
The Parkman Town Office will be CLOSED on Monday, June 19, 2023, in observation of Juneteenth National Independence Day.
If you would like to rent the Parkman Grange Hall, please contact Don Pepin at 343-0274.
White’s Family Redemption is open Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. They are closed on Sunday and Monday. They are located on the Crow Hill Road in Parkman. They can be reached at 876-2681.
Minnie Bridge Scholarship applications are available at the Parkman Town Office. This $500 scholarship is for second year higher education students in the SAD #4 area. Please mail completed applications and all required materials to the Parkman Grange, PO BOX 114, Guilford, ME 04443 or drop them off at the Parkman Town Office. The deadline is July 14, 2023.
Sonia Sanborn is now the Animal Control Officer for the Town of Parkman. She can be reached at 876-3000 (h) or 343-0455 (c).
The Sangerville Food Cupboard (Universalist Unitarian Church) is open the first and third Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. All are welcome. They are located at the corner of Church and Main Street in downtown Sangerville. For more information, please call 277-4221.
Proof of insurance is required to register all vehicles. The Town Office accepts electronic proof of insurance, or you can have your insurance agent fax proof to 876-9704 or email proof to townofparkman@yahoo.com.
Lance Johnson is the Code Enforcement and Plumbing Inspector for the Town of Parkman. He can be reached at 446-5459.
Fire permits can be obtained at KC’s Country Store from Pam Sukis: 876-4111, and from Danny White at 85 Crow Hill Road: 876-2681.
The Transfer Station is open Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to Noon. Please have your Transfer Station sticker visible to the attendants.
ATV registrations expire June 30, 2023. Stickers are now available. The cost of renewal is $71.00 and for a new registration $72.00. ATV’s DO NOT require a title. If you are registering an ATV for the first time, please bring in a bill of sale or proof of sales tax paid at a dealer.
If you need a certified copy of a birth, death, or marriage certificate please call ahead to the Parkman Town Office at 876-3730. The fee is $15.00 for one copy, and $6.00 for any additional copies of the same record requested at the same time.
The Parkman Baptist Church holds worship services every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend.
The 2023 boat registrations are available. If you are registering a boat for the first time, you will need a bill of sale or proof of sales tax paid at a dealer at time of registration. Registration is based on length of the boat and horsepower. Boats DO NOT require a title.
When doing a private sale, if there are two names on the prior title you must have both signatures on the back of the title to register the vehicle. If you are doing a title in two names at the time of registration, both parties must be present to sign the title in front of the clerk. Please note that when doing a private sale, a 1995 to current year vehicle will need a title indefinitely.
You’re invited to the Castle! “Keepers of the Kingdom” Summer Bible Camp will be held at the Parkman Baptist Church on Thursday, July 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This is a free program for kids ages 5 to 12. There will be Bible stories, songs, games, crafts, prizes, and drama. July 20th is Water Week and July 27th is Obstacle Course Week. Families are invited to join in to enjoy a closing program with a BBQ and make your own ice cream sundae at 7:30 p.m. on July 27th.
The fee for a marriage license is $40.00. Marriage applications are valid 90 days from issue. Both the bride and groom must sign the application in the presence of a clerk at the Parkman Town Office. If this is not your first marriage, please bring in a copy of your divorce decree or a death certificate when completing the application. Please note that you must call the Parkman Town Office at 876-3730 to schedule an appointment to obtain your marriage license.
The Parkman Town Office is open Monday and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The phone number is 876-3730, email is townofparkman@yahoo.com, fax is 876-9704, and website is www.parkmanmaine.com. We accept credit cards in person and over the phone. There is a 3% surcharge when using your credit/debit card. Happy Summer to everyone on June 21st. 😊