Childcare Survey. Let’s Talk Childcare, Your Voice Matters

Ellsworth Area Childcare Needs Survey Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about childcare in our community. Your feedback will help us understand current challenges, identify gaps in childcare services, and explore opportunities to support families and potential childcare providers. This survey ….Read More

How Ellsworth Is Using Data, Technology, and Teamwork to Care for our Roads

We’re excited to share this article highlighting how the City of Ellsworth is using data, technology, and teamwork to better care for our roads and sidewalks. It’s a great look at the thoughtful, behind-the-scenes work happening to keep Ellsworth moving safely and efficiently. CLICK HERE ….Read More

City of Ellsworth and Heart of Ellsworth Launch New Community Events Calendar

City of Ellsworth and Heart of Ellsworth Launch New Community Events Calendar Ellsworth, Maine (January 15, 2026) The City of Ellsworth, in partnership with Heart of Ellsworth, is excited to announce the launch of a new, centralized Community Events Calendar powered by Yodel, a dynamic ….Read More

Building RFP 2026

Introduction The City of Ellsworth, Maine (the “City”), is seeking proposals from qualified property owners or authorized agents (“Proposers”) to lease an existing building located within three (3) miles of Ellsworth City Hall. The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to identify a ….Read More

Moose Lodge Launches Volunteer Pool to Support City of Ellsworth and Community Needs

Ellsworth, Maine — The City of Ellsworth is pleased to share a new community-focused initiative led by Bill Nelson and Anthony Wyman of the Ellsworth Moose Lodge #2698, aimed at strengthening volunteer support across the city. Bill Nelson and Anthony Wyman are organizing a Volunteer ….Read More

RFP- Knowlton Park Playground Replacement Project – Comprehensive Playground Replacement

Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Knowlton Park Playground Replacement Project – Comprehensive Playground Replacement Including Cabled‑System Climbing Structure (Centerpiece Installation – May 2026) Issue Date: January 12th, 2026 Proposal Due Date: March 5th, 2026 at 2 pm Deadline for Questions: February ….Read More

Grant Award Announcement: Reconnecting Communities Institute

The City of Ellsworth is pleased to share that in December 2025, we received a three-year technical assistance grant from the Reconnecting Communities Institute (RCI), a USDOT-supported organization helping communities improve transportation planning and connectivity. This grant will focus on High Street, one of Ellsworth’s ….Read More