Author: Irene Burgess

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: May 25, 2026
Subject: Select Board, Trash/Recycle Pickup, Pesticide Use Survey

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Memorial Day
Monday, May 25

Select Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 27
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89087516398

Meeting ID: 890 8751 6398

Arrowsic Broadband Authority
Thursday, May 28
4:00-5:00 PM
Zoom

Contact Vince at vjcapone003@gmail.com

Fish Commission
Thursday, May 28
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall

Winter Schedule Trash and Recycling
Friday, May 29

Swap Barn
Saturday, May 30
11:00 AM-1:00 PM


OTHER NEWS

From the Conservation Commission: Pesticide Survey Results
The complete, unedited, townwide pesticide survey, along with some analysis, is available for your review. When you have finished, please send any comments, feedback, or questions to: conserve@arrowsic.org. Thank you. 

Link to the Arrowsic Pesticides Survey

Arrowsic’s Reskhegan Wildlife Preserve Presentation 

The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust (KELT) staff responsible for overseeing the new Reskhegan Wildlife Preserve on Bald Head Road will be giving a presentation on their plans for the Preserve at the next Planning Board meeting on June 4th at 7pm at Town Hall.  The meeting will also be available on Zoom – link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85141610382?pwd=0jW6MUmLeaE2qypnpknkS2oFx2q6qC.1&from=addon

It is a 463 acre property that our fellow Arrowsican, Judy Kahrl, generously bequeathed to KELT in March 2026. It is full of ponds, forests, marshes, shoreline, creeks, and fields. It currently has a limited number of public trails to walk on and temporary use guidelines during KELT’s initial management planning period. Additional trails are being considered. Come learn about this treasure on our island.  All are welcome to attend.

Annual Arrowsic Plant Swap! 

Bring plants culled from your garden and discover new specimens. 

When: Saturday, May 30th from 11-1 Where: Swap Barn (between Town Hall and the Fire House) Please label your donations. Mystery plants are fun but…. 

Plants may be dropped off in front of the Swap Barn starting Thursday but we suggest you check the weather forecast as they will not be tended.

Summer Trash Pickup Starts June 5

This week’s pickup will be the last on the Winter schedule for trash or recycling. Check here for the June, July, and August Summer pickup schedule.

Arrowsic Education Committee YARDSALE

Now that Spring is finally here, our YARDSALE for the benefit of the Scholarship Fund is quickly approaching. 

We hope you are finding lots of treasures to donate while doing your spring cleaning. We will be accepting items for drop off on June 4 & 5 from 4-6pm at the Town Hall. Please no baby equipment and working electronics only. 

We hope you will come and browse our treasures on June 6, 2026 from 9 – 1pm.

As always , we welcome volunteers for set up and cleanup. 

Annual Report and Town Meeting

The Town of Arrowsic Town Meeting will occur on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM. Here the annual budget and items of importance to the running of the town are decided on by the residents. The Annual Report provides information that is useful for helping you be a knowledgeable participant in the proceedings. The Report is automatically mailed to all real estate owners at their tax bill address. If you are a resident of the town of Arrowsic who rents or is otherwise unreachable by that method, please send your name and address to Irene Burgess at irene.burgess@arrowsic.org to be included in that mailing by May 15, 2026.

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
May 27, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of May 11, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 23 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 15 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business

• Rte. 127 Construction
• Kahrl Tree
• Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, June 8, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: Conservation Commission, Recycling and Solid Waste Committee, Oysthers Arrowsic Offer

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Arrowsic Conservation Commission
Tuesday, May 19
5:30-7:30 PM 
Town Hall

The Conservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, May 19 at 5:30 PM at the town hall. Topics to be discussed include a recap of the events the Commission has undertaken since our April meeting; Sewall Pond water quality testing and shore-side cleanup schedule; Phragmites; pesticides article; and any other business that may be brought before the Commission. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, or for remote access to the meeting, please contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Thursday, May 21
5:30 -7:00 PM
Town Hall 

All are welcome. Please contact Nadine DeVries at ndvmaine@gmail.com for more information.

OTHER NEWS

Arrowsic and Oysthers This Tuesday

Arrowsicans who can show proof of year-round residency at Oysthers in Bath can get 1/2 price off of a Charcuterie Board on Tuesday, May 19.

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
May 27, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of May 11, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 23 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 15 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee
• Annual Report

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Wednesday, June 8, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: May 11, 2026
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Trash and Recycling, Celebration of Alewives

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89087516398

Trash and Recycling Pickup-Winter Schedule
Friday, May 15, 2026

Fire Department Training
Saturday, May 16, 2026
8:00-10:00 AM
Fire Station

Our volunteer Fire Department needs your help. There are a lot of things to do that would support the team, for example delivering food on extended calls. Additional volunteers would be helpful for a variety of tasks like directing traffic or assisting Bath Ambulance respond to EMS calls. We will provide the training! To learn more, contact Chief Dale Carlton at carlton1302@gmail.com <mailto:carlton1302@gmail.com>.

Celebration of Alewives
Saturday, May 16, 2026
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Sewall Pond

Swap Shed
Saturday, May 16, 2026
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

OTHER NEWS

Permits Issued

Mike Field, Code Enforcement Officer, has issued permits, available here.

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
May 11, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of April 27, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 22 for $ 69,527.47
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 14 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business

• Rte. 127 Project, Claire Enterline and Jody Jone
• Election Day Emergency Procedures, Barbara Boyce

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: May 4, 2026
Subject: Planning Board, Education Yard Sale, Recycling and Solid Waste Contracts

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Groundwater Basics for Island Residents
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Georgetown Historical Society and Zoom
 

Speaker: Jessica Meeks PhD (MaineGeological Survey Hydrogeologist) will be helping us understand how groundwater works, risks and what you can do to help safeguard your water supply.

Join in person or on zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87667642926?pwd=otXTby7CWjS2HG9hexrXgP5pCrfLeq.1

Arrowsic Planning Board
Thursday, May 7, 2026
7:00-9:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

See Agenda below. Contact the chair, Vicky Stoneman at vicky.stoneman@arrowsic.orgfor more  information.
Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85141610382?pwd=0jW6MUmLeaE2qypnpknkS2oFx2q6qC.1&from=addon

OTHER NEWS

Celebration of Alewives

The 4th Celebratory Harvest of Alewives will be held Saturday May 16 from 9-12 at Sewall Pond. Take home some alewives for your garden or for pickling. Come celebrate our town fish! 

Sewall Pond Spring Preparation

The Conservation Commission will gather at the Sewall Pond Conservation Area (on the east side of the pond, off Old Stage Road) on Saturday May 9 at 2:00 to prepare the trail to the pond for swim season. We will be spreading wood chips and removing fallen trees from the trail. We would welcome help from pond enthusiasts. Tools will be supplied. For more information, contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).

Planning Board Ordinance Changes

The Arrowsic Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7 PM in person at the Town Hall and by zoom to discuss Zoning Ordinance changes to be voted on at the annual town meeting on June 11. Click link here to see Ordinance changes as well as accompanying table here.

Trash and Recycling Contracts

The Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee wants express sincere thanks to everyone who came to the Public Information and Comment Session last Monday. The feedback supporting pros and cons for both options was invaluable in helping us make a difficult decision. As a result, the Town has decided to award one year contracts to Roger’s for hauling and to Casella for disposal and processing.

Arrowsic Education Committee YARDSALE

Now that Spring is finally here, our YARDSALE for the benefit of the Scholarship Fund is quickly approaching. 

We hope you are finding lots of treasures to donate while doing your spring cleaning. We will be accepting items for drop off on June 4 & 5 from 4-6pm at the Town Hall. Please no baby equipment and working electronics only. 

We hope you will come and browse our treasures on June 6, 2026 from 9 – 1pm. 

As always , we welcome volunteers for set up and cleanup. 

ARSWC Tip of the Month – Recycle vs Trash Sorting Wizard 

The Casella Recycle 101 App has a very handy sorting wizard which tells you whether an item can go into your recycling bin or needs to be disposed of as trash. Because we are not a hauling customer, the other functions will not work, and you will get unhelpful default locations in Vermont for items that cannot be collected curbside. But, if you often find yourself wondering if that yogurt container or aerosol really is recyclable or if you can leave plastic caps on bottles, it offers a quick, easy way to find out. 

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
May 11, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of April 27, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 22 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 14 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee
• Annual Report

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: April 27, 2026
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Trash and Recycling, Annual Report

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Monday, April 27
5:00-6:00 PM
Town Hall

Select Board Meeting
Monday, April 27
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Virtual

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89087516398
Meeting ID: 890 8751 6398

Roads Advisory Committee
Tuesday, April 28
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall

Fish Commission
Thursday, April 30
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall

Agenda: Monitoring; Planning and Tasking for Celebratory Harvest on May 16th:Sewall Creek Project

Shellfish Conservation Committee
Thursday, April 30
7:00-8:00 PM
Town Hall

Trash and Recycling, Winter Schedule
Friday, May 1

Swap Barn
Saturday, May 2
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

OTHER NEWS
Special Meeting – Information and Comment Session Regarding Possible Changes to Trash and Recycling Collection

The Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee will hold a meeting in Town Hall on Monday, April 27th from 5-6 to share information and solicit comments regarding the awarding of a service contract for hauling trash and recycling. 


The waste management industry is reacting to pressures including rising costs, hauler safety concerns and worker shortages. The bids we received are a reflection of this evolution and we have a decision between either significantly higher cost or changes in how our trash and recycling will be collected. 


One bid is from our current service provider, who has increased price 35%. The service is familiar and it meets the needs of our community. 

The second bid would keep cost very close to current levels by using automated split trucks which collect both trash and recycling simultaneously. The price is lower due to reduced manpower and fewer trips. This system also reduces the risk of injuries since trucks are manned by a single driver who never leaves the cab and uses an automated claw to pick up and empty trash and recycling bins. Dedicated wheeled trash bins in a choice of two sizes (45 and 65 gallon) are required and would be provided to each household free of charge. These bins are on display outside the recycling shed and we encourage residents to check them out.

We want your input! Please come with your questions and thoughts. 

Annual Report and Town Meeting

The Town of Arrowsic Town Meeting will occur on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM. Here the annual budget and items of importance to the running of the town are decided on by the residents. The Annual Report provides information that is useful for helping you be a knowledgeable participant in the proceedings. The Report is automatically mailed to all real estate owners at their tax bill address. If you are a resident of the town of Arrowsic who rents or is otherwise unreachable by that method, please send your name and address to Irene Burgess at irene.burgess@arrowsic.org to be included in that mailing by May 15, 2026.

Packard’s Landing

The Water Access Management Committee will be installing the dock at Packard’s Landing this Friday in preparation for the opening day of Saturday, May 2.

Select Board Meeting Agenda
In an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
April 27, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of April 13, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 21 for $$13,917.76

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

• New member needed for Education Committee
• Katie Smith joining Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee

6:20     Any other business

• Recycling and Waste Removal Contracts
• Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund: Jack Witham, Ruth Indrick, Kyler Philips
• Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: April 20, 2026
Subject: Conservation Commission, Fish Commission Reschedule, Roadside Cleanup

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Arrowsic Conservation Commission
Tuesday, April 21
5:30-7:30 PM
Town Hall

The Arrowsic Conservation Commission will meet on Tuesday April 21 at town hall and via zoom to discuss the following topics: roadside cleanup, SPCA trail work, water quality testing, bioblitz, pesticides article, and any other topic that may be brought to the commission. The public is welcome to attend. For more information contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).

Arrowsic Broadband Authority
Thursday, April 23
4:00-5:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84398973270?pwd=ZFJ3vp4jaf8esPAHZJ87XR2eiu5Rjg.1

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Thursday, April 23
5:30-6:30
Fire Station

The Recycling and Solid Waste Committee will
meet to decide on bid winners for trash and recycling services.

Fish Commission Meeting RESCHEDULED to Thursday, April 30

Roadside Cleanup
Saturday, April 25
9:30-10:15 AM

The Conservation Commission and the Recycling and Solid Waste Committee will be joining forces again this year for the annual spring roadside cleanup. Please join us at town hall on Saturday, April 25 between 9:30 and 10:15 to pick up your trash and recycling bags and to sign up for a section of roadway to collect litter. Thanks for helping us keep Arrowsic clean!

Rain date will be Sunday the 26th, same time.

For more information, contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing.com).

OTHER NEWS

Permits Issued

Mike Field, Code Enforcement Officer, has issued a permit, available here.

Annual Reports

The Arrowsic Annual Report will be sent automatically to all taxpayers at their mailing address for their tax bills. If you wish to have a Report in preparation for Town Meeting on Thursday, June 11, and you are a renter or resident who does not own your Arrowsic home, please send Irene your mailing address by Friday, May 22. Send mailing addresses to irene.burgess@arrowsic.org

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
April 27, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of April 13, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 21 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 15 for $

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

• New member needed for Education Committee
• Katie Smith joining Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee

6:20     Any other business

• Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund: Jack Witham, Ruth Indrick, Kyler Philips
• Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: April 13, 2026
Subject: Select Board, Winter Trash and Recycling, Elections

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, April 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89087516398

Meeting ID: 890 8751 6398

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Thursday, April 16, 2026
5:30-7:00 PM
Town Hall

All are welcome. Please contact Nadine DeVries at ndvmaine@gmail.com for more information.

Trash and Recycling: Winter Schedule Pickup
Friday, April 17, 2026

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Friday, April 17, 2026
4:00-5:00 PM
Town Hall

The Recycling and Solid Waste Committee will meet to open bids for trash and recycling services

Fire Department Training
Saturday, April 18, 2026
8:00-10:00 AM
Fire Station

Our volunteer Fire Department needs your help. There are a lot of things to do that would support the team, for example delivering food on extended calls. Additional volunteers would be helpful for a variety of tasks like directing traffic or assisting Bath Ambulance respond to EMS calls. We will provide the training! To learn more, contact Chief Dale Carlton at carlton1302@gmail.com <mailto:carlton1302@gmail.com>.

Swap Barn
Saturday, April 18, 2026
11:00-1:00


OTHER NEWS

Elections

The next election, a Primary election, will be held Tuesday, June 9 at Town Hall. For more information on voting in this election, go here.

Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

Arrowsic residents are invited to bring hazardous household materials for proper disposal at the Bath Public Works Garage on Saturday May 2nd. Registration for a time slot is required and a link for doing so will be posted on the Bath Publics Works website beginning April 15th. Information on materials accepted can also be found there. 

https://www.cityofbathmaine.gov/Departments/Public-Works/Division-of-Solid-Waste-and-Recycling/HHW

The event is free to residents but the Town of Arrowsic does pay for each “unit” so combining small lots of materials with neighbors is encouraged. Materials should be brought in their original containers when possible. Do not blend liquids! Commercial waste will not be accepted.

Septic System Presentation

Last week’s Septic System Presentation was recorded and is available. Go to https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/7UVNmhD9j0TKLo58DXqfdO9mLXKWR7SDaf6c_kiZTGL3G4qRaqc-YS7XWzqs69T9.s-coIgZlc0y6eSz3
and use the passcode: hCZ^Y5DF to start viewing the presentation.

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
April 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of March 23, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 20 for $ 82,823.96
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 13 for $ 75.00

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

• New member needed for Education Committee
• Approval of Election Clerk list:
  Mary Louise Blanchard, Warden
  Josephine Ewing, Warden
  Anita Brown
  Clarke Cooper
  Olivia Glaubitz
  Sukey Heard
  H. Don Hudson
  Lucy Hull
  Jody Jones
  Gretchen MacLeod
  James MacLeod
  Lisa Margonelli
  Kathy Roy
  Randell Roy
  Elizabeth Skillings

6:20     Any other business

• Solar Efficiency Project
• Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: April 6, 2026
Subject: Septic System Basics, Scholarships, and Road Flooding Study

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Septic System Basics for Island and Coastal Homeowners, 2026
Monday, April 6, 2026
7:00 PM
Zoom online

Brought to you by WaterWise
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88394128846?pwd=vg0d8eA0sobVAelba66jCYiDJacL1z.1
Meeting ID: 883 9412 8846 Passcode: 534489

OTHER NEWS

Final Countdown for Scholarship Applications! 

We are getting close to April 15th, the deadline for scholarship applications for Arrowsican graduating seniors. If you have not already done so, please submit your application for educational scholarship funds. Every little bit helps, and we would like to help you! Get your application here.

Arrowsic Roads Study
Background
In addition to work on the Route 127 flooding by Maine DOT (see additional information on Road Commission page), Arrowsic has a study that began in May 2025 to assess the flooding issues on Spinney Mill and Indian Rest Roads. The study is funded by a $50,000 grant from the Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund. The Arrowsic Resilience Committee worked with the Kennebec Estuary Land Trust and other volunteers to secure the grant. The study is being conducted by Inter-Fluve (an employee-owned firm specializing in investigations, design, and restoration of rivers, lakes and wetlands). Public meetings with the contractor for advisory committee members and the public were held at Town Hall on June 3^rd, September 30^th, January 13^th, and February 12^th.

Study Results
The study will propose potential solutions to mitigate flooding issues including minimizing road damage, provide for safe and reliable access, and improve the health and resilience of the impacted salt marshes. Goals of the study are to find ways to:

• reduce community vulnerability to sea-level rise and coastal storm surges.
• mitigate factors leading to increased coastal hazards.
• support community safety and well-being, while restoring and sustaining habitat for the native fish and wildlife that contribute to the vitality of the region.   
• sustain reliable access to the Spinney Mill peninsula.

 
Spinney Mill and Indian Rest Roads have similar flooding issues but present different challenges for public health and safety. Indian Rest does not cut-off access for any residents when flooded since it has two access points. When Spinney Mill Road is severely flooded, 11 homes have no access to or from the peninsula and this includes for emergency services.

Next Steps
The study is progressing well: assessment of the current condition of the roads and a geotechnical assessment of Spinney Mill Road has been completed, and modeling of the water flow has been completed with preliminary design ideas presented (see Zoom presentation from the February 12 meeting here (use a passcode of W$3rwD&a for access)). A final report is expected in early April and will be available. Next steps are to decide what, if any action, will be taken on the study recommendations. Any actions to be implemented will be decided by the Town.


–Drone Picture of Spinney Mill Road and Salt Marsh (courtesy: Interfluve)

Select Board Meeting AgendaIn an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
April 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of March 23, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 20 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 13 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee
• Annual Report

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: March 30, 2026
Subject: Planning Board, Emergency Preparedness, Organic Gardening

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Planning Board Meeting
Thursday, April 2, 2026
7:00-9:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Contact the chair, Vicky Stoneman at vicky.stoneman@arrowsic.orgfor more  information.
Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85141610382?pwd=0jW6MUmLeaE2qypnpknkS2oFx2q6qC.1&from=addon

Winter Schedule Trash and Recycling Pickup
Friday, April 3, 2026

Swap Barn
Saturday, April 4, 2026

OTHER NEWS

Conditional Use Permits

Mike Field, Arrowsic Code Enforcement Officer, has issued the permits listed here.

Arrowsic and Emergency Planning

Recently, Deidra Murphy and Michele Melanson from Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec reported on the recent listening session that they had with 16 residents of Arrowsic on Emergency Planning to the Select Board. The most important take-aways were the importance of planning, the necessity for clear communication channels, and the primacy of caring for our neighbors.

They have offered a limited number of emergency “ready-bags” for members of our community, containing important items if an emergency should arise. If you would like one or know someone who could use this bag, please contact Irene at irene.burgess@arrowsic.org. A sample of the bag is available for viewing at the town hall.

If you have not done so already, sign up for RAVE, the Sagadahoc County emergency notification service, here.

Public Notice from US Navy: Dredging Operations

The US Navy will be conductin maintenance dredging of the shoaled portions of the Kenebec River Federal Navigation Project between Phippsburg and Bath, ME. For the full public notice, go here or read the notice on the town’s bulletin board by Arrowsic Town Hall.

Free Document Shredding from AARP

There will be opportunity to leave off documents for shredding at Morse High School  on April 11 from 9:00-1:00 PM or until the truck is full. Register here.

Septic System Knowledge for Coastal and Island Dwellers



April Organic and Climate-Smart Gardening Programs

With the 2026 gardening season starting up, many gardening programs are being announced. The April calendar of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) has listed three that may be of interest to both established organic gardeners and those just starting out, and one on designing a garden with climate in mind. Two, in Brunswick and South Portland, are in-person, and two are online. Most are free.

• April 1 — Grow Your Own Organic Garden. Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. Multiple locations, Maine. Prices vary. South Portland is free. Learn about organic gardening. Registration 
• April 8 — Gardening Q&A. Wednesday, 6-7 p.m. Online. Free. Get your gardening questions answered before the season starts in earnest! Registration 
• April 16 — Climate-Smart Garden Design. Thursday, 12-1 p.m. Online. Free. Learn about landscape design strategies for a changing climate. Registration
• April 16 — Science for Self-Reliance: Gardening with Responsible Pest Management + Beneficial Habitat. Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m. Brunswick, Maine. Free. Learn about organic management of common pests. Registration

Nautical Yard Sale Seeking Donations

Select Board Meeting Agenda
In an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
April 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of March 23, 2026
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 20 for $
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 13 for $
• New member needed for Education Committee
• Annual Report

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: March 23, 2026
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Call of Spring, Composting

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, March 23, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Virtual

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89520158308

Water Access Management Committee
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
5:30-7:30 PM
Town Hall

Arrowsic Broadband Authority Meeting
Thursday, March 26, 2026
4:00-5:00 PM
Town Hall and  Hybrid

Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84398973270?pwd=ZFJ3vp4jaf8esPAHZJ87XR2eiu5Rjg.1

Arrowsic Shellfish Commission
Thursday, March 26, 2026
7-8:00 PM
Town Hall

Agenda: Finalize Spring Monitoring and Harvest Plan, Data review and Stream Project update. 

OTHER NEWS

The Call of Spring

Spring is springing and animals are on the move, looking for love and foraging for food. That means there is an increased risk for vehicle strikes, especially at dawn and dusk. This time of year means porcupines frequenting roadsides as they look to satisfy their salt cravings with road salt; amphibians and reptiles embarking on the treacherous journey to their ancestral breeding grounds; and deer moving in search of new food sources, among so many other “spring is in the air” animal behaviors.

We can do our part to help protect the many different kinds of critters we share this island with by slowing down on the roads and staying alert. That includes on Rt. 127, as well as side roads (especially those near vernal pools).

Did you know?:

Each spring on rainy nights above 40 degrees, salamanders, frogs and toads make their yearly migration from their hibernation spots to vernal ponds to breed. Our roads break up their habitat, creating a major obstacle for these hard-to-spot amphibians. You can increase their survival rates by slowing down, looking for small, moving and often shiny objects on the road and alerting other drivers to their presence. If you are interested in learning more or even helping them make it safely across, visit: https://mainebignight.org/   

The Arrowsic Conservation Commission thanks you for doing what you can to help preserve the island’s biodiversity.



Tip of the Month – Maine Resource Recovery Association (MRRA) Composter Sale

MRRA has placed over 15,000 composting bins in backyards throughout Maine and helped divert tons of food scraps from the state’s waste stream.Take advantage of their Spring sale to start composting or to update your existing setup. 

Ordering is easy:
1) Fill in the order form: MRRA Composter Sale 2026 
2) Make checks payable to the Maine Resource Recovery Association
3) Seal both in an envelope marked MRRA and deposit it in the Town Hall mail slot no later than April 17th.

Items will be at the Swap Barn soon after May 20 for pickup. Exact dates and times to be announced.

Questions? Contact us at arswc@arrowsic.org

Permits Issued

Mike Field, Code Enforcement Officer, released the following permit, reproduced here.

Select Board Meeting Agenda
In an effort to keep residents informed, the proposed Select Board Meeting Agenda will be posted in this newsletter the Monday prior to and the Monday of the Select Board Meeting. Please note that the agenda is subject to change prior to being approved at the Select Board Meeting. 

Arrowsic Select Board
March 23, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for Approval

• Minutes of Select Board Meeting of March 9, 2025
• Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 19 for $ 17,478.76
• ABA Warrant FY26 # 12 for $ 100.00

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

• New member needed for Education Committee
• Keith Salcines’ nomination to the Arrowsic Conservation Commission

6:20     Any other business

• Report from listening sessions of Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec
• Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm