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Draft Adult Use Cannabis Establishment Licensing Ordinance

The Ellsworth City Council and the Ellsworth Planning Board held a combined session July 29th,2025 to discuss a draft of a potentional Adult Use Cannabis Establishment Licensing Ordinance.  View the draft ordinance as well as video from the meeting below. City of Ellsworth Adult Use ….Read More

July 30, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News

RFP: Consultant Services for Review and Redesign of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts

Request for Proposals (RFP) Consultant Services for Review and Redesign of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts RFP Issued: July 28, 2025 Questions Due: August 4, 2025 Questions Due: August 18, 2025 Proposals Due: August 11, 2025 Proposals Due: August 25, 2025 View Addendum for August ….Read More

July 28, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, RFPs & RFQs – Archived

City of Ellsworth Announces First Director of Parks & Recreation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Monday, July 29, 2025 Contact: Charlie Pearce, City Manager Email: cpearce@ellsworthmaine.gov Ellsworth, ME — The City of Ellsworth is proud to announce the hiring of Roddy Ehrlenbach as its first Director of Parks & Recreation, effective August 4, 2025. This milestone ….Read More

July 28, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News

Lane Closure on Christian Ridge Road Monday July 28th – Wednesday July 30th

The City of Ellsworth Public Works Department announced today that a section of Christian Ridge Road will experience a lane closure from Monday, July 28, through Wednesday, July 30, 2025. This closure is necessary to facilitate essential ditching and culvert replacement work. The affected area ….Read More

July 23, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Press Release, Public Works

City of Ellsworth and Heart of Ellsworth Host Collaborative Downtown Cleanup Day – August 1st, 2025

The City of Ellsworth and Heart of Ellsworth invite residents and community members to roll up their sleeves and take part in a Downtown Cleanup Volunteer Day on Friday, August 1, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Volunteers will meet at the Franklin Street Parklet ….Read More

July 22, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Press Release
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Road Work at Oak and Davis July 17th, 2025

The Ellsworth Public Works announced today that a crew will be working at the corner of Oak Street and Davis Street tomorrow, Thursday, July 17, 2025, to replace a manhole cover. Work is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM. During the project, traffic in the ….Read More

July 17, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Ellsworth Harbor Channel Marker Adjustments

Mariners transiting the federal channel leading to Ellsworth Harbor are advised that the United States Coast Guard has made adjustments to the placement of some channel markers.  These changes have been implemented to ensure the continued safety and efficiency of navigation within the harbor approach. ….Read More

July 14, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Harbor Park

Upcoming Roadwork in Ellsworth – July 14-19, 2025

The City of Ellsworth would like to advise residents of upcoming roadwork that may impact traffic flow next week, July 14th through July 19th, 2025. Sterling Street Closure Rescheduled for Monday, July 15th Please be aware that the rescheduled roadwork on Sterling Street will now ….Read More

July 14, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Downtown Area Overnight Parking Bans Thursday July 10th – Monday July 14th

The City of Ellsworth announces a temporary overnight parking ban in several municipal parking lots to allow for scheduled line striping. This maintenance is essential for improving the visibility and organization of parking spaces. The parking ban will be in effect at the following locations: ….Read More

July 10, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Knowlton Park Splash Pad is Open Again

The Knowlton Park splash pad is open again after having is surface refinished.  The splash pad operates 7 days a week from 10AM until 8PM as long as the outdoor temperature is above 65 degrees.  The splash pad and changing rooms are available from Memorial ….Read More

July 8, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works, Recreation

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City Meetings, Agendas & Public Notices

  • Arbor Commission Meeting Notice and Agenda for Monday, October 5, 2026

    October 1, 2026
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    September 30, 2026
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    September 28, 2026

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Meet the Candidates 2026: Two Opportunities to Connect with Ellsworth Candidates

Mark your calendars! Meet the Candidates returns Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at The Grand, giving Ellsworth residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking seats on the Ellsworth City Council. The annual nonpartisan forum will be moderated by Cyndi Wood, Managing... ....Read More

Hydrant Flushing is “Spilling Over” into week of October 12, 2026 💦

We couldn’t resist this update from Ellsworth Water Superintendent Eric Nystrom: “The hydrant flushing is spilling over to the week of October 12 …” 💧 We see what you did there, Eric. Hydrant flushing along the Bucksport and Surry Roads is continuing and is now... ....Read More

YES — The Ellsworth Recycling Center Is Open for All Recycling

We’ve received a few questions lately, so we want to clear this up: The Ellsworth Recycling Center is OPEN and accepting all regular recycling. While our primary baler is still awaiting repair, the City is currently using a different baler so recycling operations can continue.... ....Read More


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