Five members serve on the Historic Preservation Commission. Members who are first appointed shall be designated to serve terms as follows; One for one (1) year, two for two (2) years, and two for three (3) years from the date of their appointment. The Historic Preservation Commission seeks to preserve the architectural, historic, prehistoric and environmental heritage of the City and to develop and promote the cultural, educational and economic benefit of these resources.
The Historic Preservation is working to become a Certified Local Government (CLG), a program mandated through an amendment to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. CLGs are municipalities who have demonstrated commitment to local preservation and saving the past for future generations.
Those interested in contributing to a local Cemetery Commission, contact Jennifer Sala for more information.
- Members
- Member Sign-up Form
- Historic Documentation and Resources
Jennifer Sala – Chair
Term to expire: 06/30/2026
Date appointed: 06/17/2024
E-mail: historicpreservation@ellsworthmaine.govCarol Martineau – Vice-Chair
Term to expire: 06/30/2028
Date appointed: 06/16/2025Payden Maddocks-Wilber – Secretary
Term to expire: 06/30/2026
Date appointed: 9/12/2022
E-mail: paydenmw@gmail.comLinda Firlotte Grindle
Term to expire: 06/30/2027
Date appointed: 06/17/2024
E-mail: lfgrindle@gmail.comWilliam Fogle – Alternate
Term to expire: 06/30/2026
Date appointed: 02/18/20251 Vacant Full Seat
1 Vacant Alternate Seat
City Council Member
Nancy Smith
If you are interested in an opening please email the Historic Preservation Commission at: historicpreservation@ellsworthmaine.gov
Or complete the member sign-up inquiry form.