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Author: Irene Burgess

Monday Newsletter March 16, 2026

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Winter Trash and Recycling, Animal Control Officer, Swap Barn

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

St. Patrick’s Day
Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Arrowsic Conservation Commission
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
5;30-7:30 PM
Town Hall

 The Conservation Commission will meet at the town hall and virtually on Tuesday, March 17 at 5:30 PM to discuss the following topics: annual report and budget request, new commission member, Rt. 127 grant application letter, roadside cleanup, Fish Commission news, porcupines crossing, and any other business that might come before the commission. The public is welcome to attend. To attend remotely, please contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).

Arrowsic Resilience Committee
Thursday, March 19, 2026
12:00-1:00 PM
Town Hall 

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Thursday, March 19, 2026
5:30-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

The meeting will be available on line via zoom. All are welcome. Please contact Nadine DeVries at ndvmaine@gmail.com for more information and the Zoom link.

Winter Schedule: Trash and Recycling
Friday, March 20, 2026

Fire Department Training
Saturday, March 21, 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, March 21, 2026
11:00 AM-1:00 PM


OTHER NEWS

New Animal Control Officer!
 Arrowsic now has an animal control officer!
 
Sam Malsch, a resident of the island, has agreed to take on that task. Her contact information is  animalcontrol@arrowsic.org or call Town Hall at 207-443-4609 and leave a message.
 
Sam has been a life-long animal lover and advocate. She’s volunteered in animal rescue for approximately 17 years, even helping to found a senior animal rescue that she still volunteers with today. Sam has owned four dogs over the past 20 years with her most recent being two seniors who passed away last fall. She is currently fostering for local rescues and looks forward to serving Arrowsic as ACO.

Keep in mind that the animal control officer only responds to issues with domestic animals (dogs, cats, hamsters, pet goats, etc.) and does not oversee issues with wild animals (deer, wolves, porcupines, bats, skunks, raccoons, etc.). To report issues with wild animals, please call the state game wardens: Regional Communication Center (Augusta) 1-800-452-4664.

Also be aware that State law requires all dogs to be licensed. Barbara Boyce, Arrowsic Town Clerk, oversees dog licensing:

Dog Licenses:
Dogs 6 months and older are required, by State law, to be licensed. To renew or apply for a new dog license, contact the Town Clerk at barbara.boyce@arrowsic.org. You will need to provide proof of rabies vaccination.

The cost for a dog license is $6 for spayed/neutered pets and $11 for others. All dog licenses expire on December 31 of each year. You may renew your dog license anytime between October 15 and January 31.

You must renew your dog license no later than January 31 of each year, or a State imposed late fee of $25 must be charged
 

Boat Storage at Packard’s Landing

Canoe and kayak storage is available at Packard’s Landing through the summer season. To sign up for one of twelve spots, please go to https://forms.gle/8N4jYEwXkcfofuxz6. Keep in mind that space is limited; currently, there are only six spaces available.


Permit Issued
Mike Field, our Code Enforcement Officer, has issued a permit 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
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 $
  • ABA Warrant FY26 # 12 for $

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

  • New member needed for Education Committee
  • New member needed for 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

Monday Newsletter, March 9, 2026

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: March 9, 2026
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Education Committee Scholarships, Conservation Commission

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, March 9, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Virtual

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


OTHER NEWS

College Scholarships Available

The Education Committee would like to announce that we are currently accepting applications for a scholarship for the 2026-2027 year. The deadline is April 15, 2026. The applications can be picked up in the Guidance office at Morse High School. Any questions may be emailed to education@arrowsic.org

New Conservation Commission Member Needed

The Arrowsic Conservation Commission is looking for a new member. Find out more about it here.

Education Committee Yard Sale

MARK YOUR CALENDAR – the Arrowsic Yard Sale will be held June 6,2026. Please keep us in mind while doing spring cleaning. Save those items for us! This sale is a major fund raiser for the Scholarship Fund. Contact education@arrowsic.org with any questions.

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 9, 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 February 25, 2026
  • Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 18 for $ 96,180.55
  • ABA Warrant FY26 # 11 for $

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

  • New member needed for Education Committee
  • Nomination of David Berndtson as alternate to Shellfish Conservation Commission

6:20     Any other business

  • Fish Commission Proposed Alewife Account Warrant
  • Proposed Parking Ordinance for Sewall Pond
  • Potential Town Hall Bathroom Water Solutions
  • Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, March 23, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, March 2, 2026

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: March 2, 2026
Subject: Planning Board, Trash and Recycling Pickup, Spring Ahead

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
Planning Board
Thursday, March 5, 2026
7:00-9:00 PM
Town Hall and Virtual

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 Trash and Recycling Pickup
Friday, March 6, 2026

Swap Barn
Saturday, March 7, 2026
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, March 8, 2026

Set your clocks forward one hour!

OTHER NEWS

Trash and Recycling Pick-Up and Disposal Contracts

Shortly, we will be requesting bids for trash and recycling services for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. Please direct any questions or concerns to the Arrowsic Solid Waste and Recycling Committee at arswc@arrowsic.org. 

Arrowsic Roads Project
In case you missed  the final community presentation by Interfluve on February 12 or would like to see it again; Interfluve is providing the following link to the Zoom recording. The passcode is required to view it.

https://interfluve.zoom.us/rec/share/TXMHu0Nwzr_XpYEH6rR8pQn6OmBHnHu9uoMtgP0ZtzjJynmHzP2oc3sy1TUXcXDy.zWOkdvVq86KkZXYI?startTime=1770937538000

Passcode: W$3rwD&a

If you have questions regarding the Arrowsic Roads Project please contact Jack Witham (jwitham@maine.edu)

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
March 9, 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 February 23, 2026
  • Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 18 for $
  • ABA Warrant FY26 # 11 for $

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

  • Animal Control Officer needed
  • New member needed for Education Committee

6:20     Any other business

  • Report from listening sessions of Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec
  • Potential Town Hall Bathroom Water Solutions
  • Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, March 23, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, February 23, 2026

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: February 23, 2026
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Late Winter Snow, and Photos Wanted

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

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

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

Arrowsic Broadband Authority Meeting
Thursday, February 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, February 26, 2026
7-8:00 PM
Town Hall

The Agenda will be the 2026/27 Budget, Annual Report, Harvest Plan, Celebratory Harvest, and Update on the Stream Project as well as any other concerns.

OTHER NEWS

Potential Blizzard Conditions

From Philip Davis, Director of Sagadahoc County Emergency Management Agency (SCEMA):
“We are looking at a Nor’Easter event to impact the residents of Sagadahoc County on Monday. Although snow will begin around the morning commute, travel will become more dangerous as the day goes on. Currently, SCEMA is anticipating (not the NWS) about 5-7 inches of snowfall, with heavier amounts along the coast. The evening commute will see near whiteout or even blizzard conditions and some snow drifts may be as high as 2 feet in some areas.”

Permits Issued

Mike Field, Arrowsic Code Enforcement Officer, issued the following permit.

Photos Wanted for Annual Report

Last year, several citizens provided great photos from their collections for the Annual Report. Although we have those photos we didn’t end up using last year, if you have any historical or contemporary photos of life in Arrowsic that you’d like to share for consideration for the 2026 Annual Report, we’d appreciate having them as well. You’ll get credit for the photo if it is used in the report. Contact Irene at irene.burgess@arrowsic.org with copies of your photos.

Large Piece of Glass Available

The large wooden table in town hall is undergoing some rehab that involves removing the glass sheet on top of it permanently. If you know of someone who may be interested in a large sheet of glass, 40″ X 118″ and about 1/4″ thick, or of places that may be interested in such an item, contact Irene at 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
February 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 November 24, 2025
  • Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 17 for $ 44,396.76
  • ABA Warrant FY26 # 10 for $ 75.00.

6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers

  • Animal Control Officer needed
  • Nomination of David Berndtson to join Arrowsic Resilience Committee 
  • New member needed for Education Committee

6:20     Any other business

  • Report from listening sessions of Age-Friendly Communities of the Lower Kennebec
  • The Arrowsic Conservation Commission (ACC) and the Arrowic Resilience Committee (ARC) recommendations for a letter suggesting additional changes to the MDOT project on Rte 127.  Proposed changes would create a more resilient project for the tidal crossings, create safer travel into the future (e.g. less impact on emergency response), and provide greater marsh restoration.
  • Follow-up to Special Town Meeting.
  • Annual Report

6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, February 16, 2026

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: February 16, 2026
Subject: Trash and Recycling pickup, Conservation Commission, Swap Barn

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

President’s Day
Monday, February 16, 2026

Arrowsic Conservation Commission
Tuesday, January 17, 2026
5:30-7:30
Town Hall and Online

The Conservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 5:30 at the town hall and virtually. Agenda items include a discussion of the upcoming Rt. 127 roadwork; annual report and budget request; pesticides article; new member; and any other business that may be brought to the commission. The public is welcome to attend. For information on how to join remotely, please contact Karen Robbins at (robbinco@gmail.com).

Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
Thursday, January 19, 2026
5:30-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Online

The meeting will be available on line via zoom. All are welcome. Please contact Nadine DeVries at ndvmaine@gmail.com for more information and the Zoom link.

Winter Schedule: Trash and Recycling
Friday, January 20, 2026

WaterWise Meeting
Friday, January 20, 2026
3:00-4:00 PM

Fire Department Training
Saturday, January 21, 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, January 21, 2026
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

OTHER NEWS

Public Transportation Survey

Midcoast Council of Governments is launching a Public Transportation Needs & Interest Survey this week as part of a regional transit feasibility study. The goal of the survey is to better understand how residents travel today and what would make public transportation a realistic option in the future. Results will inform future planning, funding, and service improvements across the Midcoast region. It will be available through Friday, March 6 at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RS8SYNZ

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
February 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 November 24, 2025
  • Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 17 for $
  • ABA Warrant FY26 # 10 for $
  • Animal Control Officer needed
  • Annual Report

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

Next meeting: Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, November 24, 2025

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To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: November 24, 2025
Subject: Select Board, Thanksgiving, Waste/Recycling Pickup

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, November 24
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Virtual

Join Zoom Meeting 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9910370986

Water Access Management Committee
Wednesday, November 26
5:30-6:30 PM

Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27

Winter Schedule: Trash and Recycling Pickup
Friday, November 28

Swap Barn
Saturday, November 29
11:00 AM-1:00 PM

OTHER NEWSHoliday Happenings

The Christmas Holidays are rapidly approaching, and we have been busy preparing some Arrowsic holiday cheer plans! We will again have festive lights up on the Town Hall, with some new additions.We will have a Holiday Food Drive in conjunction with the Bath Area Food Bank. There will be a drop-off box at Town Hall. Stay tuned for more details on this.Santa Claus will be coming to Town Hall for our community’s youngsters (children and grandchildren!). Frank Daly, a veteran Santa complete with Santa attire, will be “ho, ho, ho-ing” for us. TY Frank!We’ll be having a Holiday Sing Along, led by several of our vocally gifted community members, as a wonderful chance to enjoy each other’s company and celebrate the season. And they will sing loud enough to drown out those of us who are vocally less gifted!In summary, on the evening of DECEMBER 11th – Bring your Food Drive contributions to Town Hall (if you have not dropped them off earlier).5:00 – 6:00: Santa Claus visiting hours!6:15 – 6:30: Holidays Lights switched on!6:30 – 7:30: Holiday Sing Along!If you have any questions or suggestions or want to get involved, reach out to Nick Stoneman via email Nick@katahdined.com, phone or text 507 210 9075.

What do Cooking Oil and Catalogs have in Common? Not much! But…here are two resources you may find useful! Recycling Used Cooking OilIf you’re planning to deep fry a turkey for Thanksgiving or want to perfect your favorite recipe for apple cider donuts or any other dish that requires large quantities of vegetable oil, you may be wondering what to do with all that used cooking oil. You can’t pour it down your drain (it will clog up pipes and cause issues in your septic).  You shouldn’t throw it in the woods (it can contaminate the soil, hinder plant growth, and attract pests). You can pour cooled oil into a sealable container and dispose of it in the trash. Or, even better, take it to a local recycling center.

Maine Standard Biofuels upcycles used cooking oil from residents and their sustainability partners to produce Bioheat, a blended biofuel that replaces #2 heating oil with no modifications. It burns cleaner while offering similar performance. Although they don’t yet deliver Bioheat to Arrowsic, you will be contributing to their mission to reduce CO2 emissions in Maine. They accept any amount of used cooking oil. Just drop it off in a sealed container at their facility at 51 Ingersoll Drive in Portland, Maine. If they are closed, you can leave it in front of their door.Declutter your MailboxWith the holidays fast approaching, you may have already noticed an increase in the number of direct mail catalogs in your mailbox. One way to put a stop to bulk mail and help the environment is to sign up for Catalog Choice. This non-profit organization offers a free service to cancel catalogs and other types of unsolicited “snail mail”. Simply sign up and select the merchants you no longer wish to receive catalogs from, and they will send an opt-out request on your behalf. Although they have no control over how quickly the merchant will respond, they do educate and encourage merchants to comply promptly. If you love their service, spread the word and consider making a donation, so they can continue in their quest to eliminate junk mail and save trees!Sustainable Seasons Greetings from the ARSWC!N95 and KN95 Masks Available at Arrowsic Town Hall
 
N95 and KN95 masks are now available at Arrowsic Town Hall for residents to take for free.  Please take as many as you want, as often as you want.  These masks are from a local public health group, and the supply will be replenished as needed. Contact information Altheo Colwell at altheocolwell@gmail.com  with questions about the masks or about the group supplying them.

Information on MDOT RTE 127 Construction

MDOT is planning to reconstruct two sections of Route 127 in Arrowsic and replace the culverts. The two sections are the places that frequently flood: the northern causeway across the marsh and the Fisher Eddy marsh. An informational meeting was held with 7 MDOT officials at Arrowsic Town Hall on October 13 with 27 attendees. A paper copy of MDOT’s plans is available for review at the town hall. The town submitted comments during the comment period (see link) and MDOT provided their response (see link)MDOT notice of Route 127 project to upgrade culverts and raise two sections of road.Town officials input to MDOT’s Route 127 plan MDOT response Also, the Engineering plans for the changes are 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
November 24, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM
 
Call to order: 

6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for ApprovalMinutes of Select Board Meeting of November 10, 2025Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 10 for $ 57,544.60ABA Warrant FY26 # 6 for $6:15      Town Staff and VolunteersAnimal Control Officer neededAppeals Board Membership6:20     Any other businessRe-evaluation UpdateCommitmentPayroll SystemDOT Installation of No Parking Signs on Rte 127-Bob Ater6:40     Mail
6:55     Adjourn

Next meeting: Monday, December 12, 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm
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Monday Newsletter, November 17, 2025

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: November 17, 2025
Subject: Date Changes, Permits, Rte. 127 and Sewall Pond parking

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Prepare for the onslaught of the holidays! Breathe, smile, and enjoy. And, then, breathe again.


OTHER NEWS

Change in Dates of November/December Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee
There will be no meeting on November 20 or December 18. Instead, the Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee will meet on December 11, from 5:30-7, at Town Hall.

Permits Issued
Mike Field, Arrowsic Code Enforcement Officer, issued the following permit.
 Update on Sewall Pond Access off Route 127 From Mary Ann and Caitlin MacKenzie: Over time, growing public use of this privately-owned access point has led to more vehicles parking perpendicular further into the wooded area, leading to erosion and dying trees. Cars backing out into a 50+ mph roadway has also raised safety concerns.The boulders limit perpendicular parking to two vehicles and are intended to help prevent further erosion along the shoreline. Our goal is to continue working with the Town to install signage to restrict parallel parking past the boulders to the north and south as well as on the other side of the road. Signage will require action by the Town, installation by DOT, and enforcement by the County. Until then, we hope the boulders will better protect the trees and vegetation at the access point, and the shoreline along Route 127. Public use of the access point to the pond remains open. Thank you for your understanding and for helping to care for this special spot in Arrowsic. 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
November 24, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for ApprovalMinutes of Select Board Meeting of November 10, 2025Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 9 for $ABA Warrant FY26 # 6 for $Animal Control Officer needed6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other businessRe-evaluation UpdateParking on 127 by Sewall Pond, Bob Ater6:40     Mail
6:55     AdjournNext meeting: Monday, December 12, 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday, November 10, 2025

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: November 10, 2025
Subject: Select Board Meeting, Fish Committee, Call for The Arrow Submissions

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Select Board Meeting
Monday, November 10
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall and Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9910370986

Veterans’ Day
Tuesday, November 11

Citizens for Squirrel Point Annual Meeting
Wednesday, November 12
5:00 PM

Winter Moth Talk 
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
6:00 PM
Georgetown Historical Society and Zoom
The Arrowsic and Georgetown Conservation Commissions will host a talk by State Forest Service Entomologist, Thomas Schmeelk, on the winter moth. The meeting will be held at the Georgetown Historical Society, 20 Bay Point Rd., and virtually. For more information please contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).


Arrowsic Fish Commission
Thursday, November 13
6:00-7:00 PM
Town Hall

Major agenda items are a review of the past monitoring season and the state of the Sewall Creek Project.

Winter Schedule: TRASH & RECYCLING
Friday, November 14

Fire Department Training
Saturday, November 15
8:00-10:00 AM

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, November 15
11:00-1:00


OTHER NEWSArrow December 2026 Call for SubmissionsThe next issue of The Arrow, our town’s independent newsletter, will be published next month. The Arrow is looking for writers who wish to contribute, either occasionally or regularly.Please send your articles, reports, notices, upcoming meetings, poetry, artwork, or photographs (including historical ones) to Karin Sadtler at kasadtler@yahoo.com by Monday, November 24, 2025.Items for the Community News column, including births, deaths, graduations, personal activities, and other items of interest are requested. We especially welcome notes from new residents, introducing themselves and telling us why they moved to Arrowsic or what they particularly like about Arrowsic. Just a few lines is fine. The Arrow Editorial TeamChristmas Gift Ideas from the Arrowsic Education Committee!The Arrowsic Education Committee online store is open and has many
high-quality items that are perfect for gifting: ball caps, knit caps,
t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, and fleece sweatshirt blankets–all
in many colors. All of the items are branded with Arrowsic. To see and
order items, go online to arrowsiceducation.itemorder.com.The order deadline is Sunday, November 23rd, at 11:59pm. Ordered items
are available for pick-up at Coastal Locker Room in Bath within 2-3
weeks after the store closes. It’s also possible to have items shipped.Winter Moth Talk Wednesday, November 12, 2025
6:00 PM
Georgetown Historical Society and Zoom
The Arrowsic and Georgetown Conservation Commissions will host a talk by State Forest Service Entomologist, Thomas Schmeelk, on the winter moth. The meeting will be held at the Georgetown Historical Society, 20 Bay Point Rd., and virtually. For more information please contact Phine Ewing at (phineewing@gmail.com).Local Resources for ShutdownWild Oats Meals at the Brunswick Landing Y on TuesdaysWild Oats, Flight Deck and the Y are joining up to offer fresh meals to anyone facing food insecurity on Tuesdays in November.  The meals will be available in refrigerators in the Brunswick Landing YMCA lobby from 5:30am-8pm.Neighborhood CafeThe Neighborhood Café at 798 Washington St, Bath serves free meals every Tuesday from 4-5:30pm.Heating for HomesWith the federal government shutdown, the funding has been paused for HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) and ECIP (Energy Crisis Intervention Program) assistance to help Mainers in need heat their homes.  Client appointments and application processing are continuing, but no payments can be made until funds are received from the federal government. Anyone in crisis can call 211 where trained call specialists can help connect callers with local emergency or community resources. Router Advice from the Arrowsic Broadband AuthorityAs you are aware, some individuals have experienced issues with Axiom fiber internet service in the past. Axiom has worked diligently to resolve the technical problems as it transitioned its service to a new central switching facility.Most of us have seen improved service. Most recently, I discussed resetting your router if your service has no connection at all. That instruction sheet is attached for anyone who missed it. This applies to both Axiom-supplied and personal routers. However, sometimes the problem lies in our own router. If you are using your own router and are experiencing trouble connecting to websites or have short interruptions in service, it may be your routerOne customer was experiencing ongoing problems, and even Axiom was unable to determine the issue. The customer had purchased a reputable brand router (TP-Link Archer AX-55 ). Some TP-Link models are compatible, while others are not. At my suggestion, he switched to an Adtran 834-V6, and I quote,” The router is performing well. The connectivity issues that I was experiencing while using the Adtran 834-V6 have not occurred since making the change.” Some routers do not perform as advertised. You can rent an Adtran from Axiom or purchase one. Other routers work well. I use a Netgear Orbi mesh router after ditching a different TP-Link brand. When purchasing, look for a router that uses Wi-Fi 6 or better, has a 1 Gbps port, and is dual-band. Many other brands work as well.If you experience service issues, always contact Axiom, as they are more than willing to do everything possible to resolve them.  Sometimes it is as simple as resetting the modem and router if you have no service.Deer Season for MotoristsFrom Maine D.O.T:
Sometimes, a collision with a deer is unavoidable. Since we’re in the peak season for deer crashes, here’s what to do if you hit one:
1. Pull over safely but stay in your car.
2. Report it to the police. Call 911 only if there’s injury or chaos. Otherwise, the non-emergency line works fine.
3. Once it’s safe to exit your vehicle, snap pics for your insurance.
4. Call your insurer and take deep breaths. You’re not at fault — deer don’t follow traffic rules.
Bonus: if you report it properly, you might even get to keep the deer or donate it to a local food pantry! Maine is where dinner sometimes finds you.
FMI: https://www.maine.gov/…/avoid-resolve-conflict/laws.htmlSelect 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
November 10, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for ApprovalMinutes of Select Board Meeting of October 27, 2025Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 9 for $ABA Warrant FY26 # 5 for $Animal Control Officer needed6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other businessRe-evaluation UpdateEmergency power protocol for town buildings6:40     Mail
6:55     AdjournNext meeting: Monday, November 24 , 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, November 3, 2025

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: November 3, 2025
Subject: Election Day, Planning Board, and Community Awareness Day

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK
Election Day
Tuesday, November 4
Election day is Tuesday November 4. Polls open at 10AM and close at 8PM.
Town Hall is our polling location. If you have an absentee ballot, it
must be returned by 8PM on election day.

Planning Board
Thursday, November 6
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

OTHER NEWS

Resources for Government Shutdown
If you are affected by the loss of benefits, due to the government shut
down, the Town of Arrowsic webpage has a listing of resources and
providers that might be helpful. Go to
https://arrowsic.org/community-resources/

Our Representative to the House, Chellie Pingree, has provided the
following – “Even during the shutdown, my team and I are here to help.
Please don’t hesitate to contact my office if you need assistance.” Go
to https://pingree.house.gov/contact/

Community Fun–Community Awareness Day

Thank you to everyone who came out last Saturday and made it such a success! It was wonderful to see so many neighbors gathered together, enjoying music, conversation, and the chance to connect with our town committees and local groups. The morning was full of energy, learning, and laughter—made even more fun by our exciting door prizes, including fire extinguishers and lidded metal ash buckets. A special thank-you to our young helper, who drew the winning names with great enthusiasm!

Curious? Check out this short video.

 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
November 10, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for ApprovalMinutes of Select Board Meeting of November 10, 2025Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 9 for $ABA Warrant FY26 # 5 for $Animal Control Officer neededRe-evaluation Update6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other business6:40     Mail
6:55     AdjournNext meeting: Monday, November 24 , 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm

Monday Newsletter, October 27, 2025

To: Arrowsic residents
From: Town of Arrowsic
Date: October 27, 2025
Subject: Appeals Board, Winter Moths, Bulk Items Pickup

ON THE CALENDAR THIS WEEK

Appeals Board Meeting
Monday, October 27, 2025
5:00-6:00 PM
Fire Station

Select Board Meeting
Monday, October 27, 2025
6:00-7:00
Town Hall and Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9910370986

Happy Halloween! And It’s Arrowsic Trash/Recycling Pickup Day!
Friday, October 31, 2025

OTHER NEWS

Codes Enforcement Permit Listing
Mike Field, Arrowsic Code Enforcement Officer, recent permit listing is here.

Winter Moth Presentation, November 12, 6:00 PM

Contact Phine Ewing at phineewing@gmail.com for more information.
Bulk Items Trash Removal
It’s almost time to dispose of your bulky items!Once a year, the Arrowsic Recycling and Solid Waste Committee (ARSWC) coordinates with RC Rogers and Sons, our town’s trash and recycling pickup provider, to offer for Arrowsic residents a special removal service for heavy and bulky items. The stuff that’s too big to haul out to the curb for regular trash pickup.  For a fee, RC Rogers’ waste removal team will come to your home and take care of the heavy lifting, load your item(s) into their truck, and dispose of it properly. This convenient bulky items pickup service will be available this year during the first week of November. To schedule a pickup and discuss the fee and payment options, please contact Craig Rogers at RC Rogers and Sons at 207-442-7104.

Conservation Commission Fall Field Trip!
Join the Conservation Commission, friends and neighbors for a walk in the woods on Sunday, Nov. 2 for our annual field trip. This year we will walk the two mile Mill Pond Preserve loop trail that features a sweeping view of the Back River. Meet at 9:30 AM at the trailhead off Old Stage Road (remember to change your clocks back, first!). Hunter’s orange (even on a Sunday), and light-colored pants for early tick detection, are recommended. Rain date is Nov. 9. For more information contact Phine Ewing at phineewing@gmail.com.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
October 27, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM

Call to order: 6:00     Review and approve agenda
6:05     Items for ApprovalMinutes of Select Board Meeting of October 13, 2025Treasurer’s Warrant FY26 # 8 for $ 7,148.69ABA Warrant FY26 # 5 for $Animal Control Officer needed6:15      Town Staff and Volunteers6:20     Any other businessRe-evaluation Update: Homestead Exemptions, Commitment Date, Mil RateTrio Payroll  ModuleMaine Tree Holt Research Forest Management Plan6:40     Mail
6:55     AdjournNext meeting: Monday, November 10, 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm
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