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Proposal to sell old Winslow Junior High School rejected again
Town officials say they will not move forward with proposal to sell old school to Kennebec Valley Community Action Program so building could be developed into affordable housing for older residents.
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Winslow officials say they are not moving forward with a proposal to sell the old Winslow Junior High School to the Kennebec Valley Community Action Program so the building could be developed into affordable housing for older residents. Above, the building at 22 Danielson St. in March 2019.
Morning Sentinel file photo
WINSLOW Winslow officials have announced they will not move forward with a proposal to sell the old Winslow Junior High School to the Kennebec Valley Community Action Program so the building could be developed into affordable housing for older residents.
Proposed $26.6 million Winslow town budget includes 2 mill tax increase
The tax rate is going up from $18.82 to $20.82 per $1,000 of valuation.
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The Winslow Town Council plans a first reading of the 2021-22 budget at its April 12 meeting with councilors aligning in support following a several budget hearings.
A budgeted $2 tax rate increase is expected to allow the town to replenish fund balances to improve its bond rating, avoid another large mill rate increase next year and strike a balance between providing services to residents without depleting town savings.
Peter Drapeau
“All of us looked the budget over for past performance and evaluated what we had to do moving forward,” said Peter Drapeau, a first-year councilor who represents District 1. “Under this budget and everything hashed out, we can assume that we’re going to get us to a bond figure that gets us up two more ratings so we can buy bonds at a better rate.”
Winslow Town Council approves second ambulance for community
During the bidding process, the town will request vendors submit proposals for buying or leasing a new ambulance, according to officials.
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Winslow Fire Chief Ronnie Rodriguez reported to the Town Council on Monday that the town’s new ambulance service had transported 32 people in its first few weeks of operation.
Michael G. Seamans/Morning Sentinel file
WINSLOW The Winslow Town Council voted 7-0 on Monday night to authorize town officials to acquire a second ambulance for the community.
“There is a definite need within the community” for additional emergency transportation, Rodriguez told the council. “We have a duty to our citizens for a continuity of service, and the only way to do so is with a second unit.”