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Right of Way Tree Planting

Be on the lookout for these signs letting the public know about the arbor work planned by the Arbor Commission!  Find out more by emailing:  arborcommission@ellsworthmaine.gov.   ….Read More

October 29, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Parks and Rec Department Feedback

Did you complete the quick Parks and Rec survey yet? Now’s your time, it will take less than 15 minutes and will help shape the future of all things Parks and Rec 😉 https://forms.office.com/g/8ygrvFsf6J ….Read More

October 29, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works, Recreation
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South bound lane of 172 at the Bridge Hill Intersection closed Oct 29 and 30

The Maine DOT has informed us that the south bound lane of 172 at the Bridge Hill Intersection project will be closed tomorrow morning, October 29, and all day Thursday, October 30. They do not anticipate the need for lane closure on Friday, October 31. ….Read More

October 28, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works
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Work on Oak Street for Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Tuesday, October 28, our highway crew will be patching on Oak Street in front of the dentist. Oak Street will be down to one lane alternating traffic between Davis Street and Park Street between 8 am and approximately 4 pm. ….Read More

October 26, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works
Knowlton Park Aerial

All seasonal park restrooms are now closed for the season

As the cooler temps approach, it is that time … all seasonal park public restrooms are closed for the season, to reopen in mid May. Port-a-potties will be available at Knowlton and Harbor Parks for the winter season. ….Read More

October 23, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works
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Crew working on State Street October 24, 2025

On Friday, October 24, 2025 there will be crew working on State Street around the Courthouse starting at 8 am. Please use caution while traveling in this area. There will be no lane closures but you may want to seek an alternate route. ….Read More

October 23, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Bridge Hill Intersection Project Update for Monday October 20th, 2025

Maine DOT just informed us that they will be closing the lane heading to Surry on Route 172 on Monday October 20th to work on curbing for the Bridge Hill Intersection Project. This traffic will be accommodated by traveling through the existing work detour. ….Read More

October 16, 2025 in Public Works

Road Work for Friday, October 17, 2025

Northeast Paving will be doing some paving prep work on Hancock Street, Short Street and Boggy Brook Road on Friday 10/17. There will be flaggers and possible traffic delays. Maine DOT just informed us that they will be closing the lane heading to Surry on ….Read More

October 15, 2025 in Public Works

Line Striping on the Surry Road – October 1st, 2025

Fineline and Sargent Corp will be line striping on Surry Road, 10/1. They will have flaggers directing traffic. ….Read More

October 1, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

Road Closures for the Week of September 22nd, 2025

Public Works will be working on a portion of Hancock Street from Monday 9/22 through Thursday 9/25. They will be installing insertion valves and working on drainage in preparation for paving the road. Hancock Street from Pine Street to Elm Street will be completely closed ….Read More

September 19, 2025 in City of Ellsworth News, Public Works

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City Meetings, Agendas & Public Notices

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

    September 3, 2026
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    August 25, 2026
  • PUBLIC NOTICE and AGENDA for a Planning Board Workshop on September 14, 2026

    August 24, 2026

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Happy Labor Day, Ellsworth!

Happy Labor Day, Ellsworth! City Hall is closed today, Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday — and a special thank you to all those whose hard work helps keep our community moving every... ....Read More

City Hall Closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in Observance of Labor Day

Ellsworth City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen Tuesday, September 8, at 7 a.m., ready to help our residents and get the week underway. Labor Day is an opportunity to recognize the people whose work, skill... ....Read More

Contractors: City of Ellsworth Seeks Bids for 2026 Local Roads and Sidewalks Project

Calling area contractors — a new City of Ellsworth bid opportunity is now open! The City of Ellsworth is seeking unit-price bids for the Local Roads and Sidewalks 2026 project, a coordinated package of road reconstruction, reclamation, paving and sidewalk improvements at several locations throughout... ....Read More


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