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Budget Breakdown for the FY 2024 Municipal School Budget Validation and Special Referendum Election

Budget Breakdown for the FY 2024 Municipal School Budget Validation and Special Referendum Election Maine’s constitution requires all towns to make public education available to their youth. Since 1828, the state has provided revenue to help the towns with financing public education. Currently, sources of ….Read More

June 9, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Clerk's Office

Ellsworth Planning Board Meeting Public Zoom Information

The Ellsworth Planning Board will be allowing remote participation for Wednesday June, 7th 2023’s 5:30PM meeting.  To attend remotely please register to be emailed information on how to connect. When: Jun 7, 2023 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Ellsworth Planning Board Meeting ….Read More

June 7, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Planing Department

Comprehensive Plan Expo on June 16th 11am to 1pm at Franklin St. Parklet

The Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will be holding a “kick-off” event on June 16th at 11Am to 1PM in the Franklin Street Parklet. This is an opportunity for community members to come and learn more about the Comprehensive Plan process, learn how to get involved ….Read More

June 1, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Planing Department

Rapid Renewal is Back Online – June 1, 2023

Rapid Renewal is now available for the City of Ellsworth. You may access the site directly here: https://apps1.web.maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/bmv/rapid-renewal/rr-1?town=09130 The link is available through the City’s Online Services page. Please contact the City’s Tax Office at (207)667-2563 if you have questions.   ….Read More

June 1, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Vehicle Registration

Special Council Meeting Monday June 5, 2023

The Ellsworth City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 6:oo pm in Council Chambers to hold a public hearing to discuss and application being submitted to the State of Maine CDBG program for a public service grant. The purpose ….Read More

May 30, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

Temporary Road Closure for a section of Store St. to Franklin St. Parklet and Temporary Closure for part of the City Hall Parking Lot

Starting today, May 30th, a portion of the City Hall parking lot is closed off to set up a tent for the Chamber of Commerce Awards Night being held Thursday, June 1st. A section of Store Street will also be closed to traffic for the ….Read More

May 30, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

City Offices & Buildings Closed on Monday, May 29th, in observation of Memorial Day

City Offices & Buildings closed on Monday, May 29th, in observation of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th with normal operating hours. ….Read More

May 26, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

May 21-27, 2023 is National Public Works Week in Ellsworth

During the May 15th City Council meeting, it was proclaimed that the week of May 21-27, 2023 is National Public Works Week in the City of Ellsworth. National Public Works Week is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of public works professionals responsible for maintaining ….Read More

May 22, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works
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Installation of Wood Chips at Knowlton Park Playground May 24-25, 2023

On Wednesday, May 24th, wood chips will be delivered to Knowlton Park. The following day, on May 25th, the playground areas will be temporarily closed to allow the Public Works crew to install the wood chips. Please be careful and give space to the crew ….Read More

May 18, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Update on the Branch Lake Dam Repair

The Branch Lake dam underwent repairs on May 15th and 16th, 2023. The contractor completed a temporary repair which consists of placing a rubber membrane over the existing sheet piling and then placing rocks to hold and seal the membrane. Now that the repair is ….Read More

May 17, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

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City Meetings, Agendas & Public Notices

  • City Council Meeting Notice and Agenda for Monday, September 21, 2026

    September 10, 2026
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    September 9, 2026
  • City Council Workshop Notice and Agenda for Tuesday, September 8, 2026

    September 3, 2026

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Public Works Notices

City of Ellsworth Aligns Key Departments Under New Office of Community Development, September 2026

September 10, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Ellsworth Aligns Key Departments Under New Office of Community Development As Ellsworth continues to experience steady growth, the City is taking another step toward ensuring that growth is thoughtful, coordinated, and responsive to the needs of residents... ....Read More

Thanks for Another Great Night of Music — And We’re Not Done Yet!

Another Thursday night, September 10, 2026, another great evening of live music in downtown Ellsworth! 🎶 A big thank you to Hymn for Her and Bowen Swersey for joining us for the Downtown Summer Concert Series at the Franklin Street Parklet. And thank you Fogtown... ....Read More

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for Bucksport and Surry Roads to start on September 28, 2026

The City of Ellsworth Water Department, in partnership with the Ellsworth Fire Department, will begin its routine hydrant flushing program on Monday, September 28, 2026, with work taking place on Bucksport and Surry Roads. Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance process completed twice each year... ....Read More


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Ellsworth, ME 04605

Phone: (207) 667-2563
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