Public Workshop: Ordinance Information Session

The City of Ellsworth Planning Department is inviting all to attend a free public workshop on the ongoing update to Chapter 56: Unified Ordinance. The workshop will be held at City Hall on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers. This workshop will provide an opportunity ….Read More

Contractors and Vendors: Get Ready for Upcoming City Bids

The City of Ellsworth is using OpenGov for procurement and bidding opportunities. To view and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), vendors will need to create a free OpenGov account. Getting set up now ensures you won’t miss upcoming opportunities. It’s quick and easy to ….Read More

Ellsworth Announces Two 2026 Spring Clean-Up Events: Citywide Roadside Clean-Up and Card Brook Clean-Up

Ellsworth, Maine (March 4, 2026) The City of Ellsworth is inviting residents, volunteers, and community partners to take part in two annual spring clean-up efforts aimed at improving local roadsides and restoring Card Brook, the City’s urban stream. Annual Citywide Roadside Clean-Up April 18–25, 2026 ….Read More

Request for Multiple Bids: Business Facade Grant Project

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUSINESS FAÇADE GRANT PROJECT 25 PINE STREET, 121 MAIN STREET, 142 MAIN STREET, ELLSWORTH The owners of the buildings at the addresses below seek qualified vendors to provide individual bids for services as specified below at each address: Address 1: 25 ….Read More

❄️ City Hall Closed – Monday, February 23, 2026

Due to the snowstorm, Ellsworth City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23. We encourage everyone to stay safe, limit travel if possible, and take precautions as conditions develop. A sincere thank-you to our Public Works crews, first responders, and all City staff who ….Read More

Homestead Exemption and/or Veteran Exemption before April 1, 2026

Apply now for Homestead Exemption and/or Veteran Exemption before April 1, 2026 for $500 Property Tax Relief There are two types of exemptions available to Maine residents. The HOMESTEAD Exemption and the VETERAN Exemption. April 1, 2026 is the annual application deadline date. The HOMESTEAD ….Read More

Happy Valentine’s Day, Ellsworth! ❤️

Happy Valentine’s Day, Ellsworth! Tomorrow, February 14, 2026, is a reminder that kindness matters, in big ways and small ones. Whether it’s a smile, a helping hand, a thoughtful note, or checking in on a neighbor, simple acts of care help make our community stronger. ….Read More

City Hall Closed & No Trash Pickup – Monday, January 26, 2026

Here we go again ❄️ With significant snowfall expected tonight and continuing through tomorrow, City Hall will be closed all day tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026 due to the storm. There will also be no trash pickup on Monday, as the collection company is treating ….Read More