The Administration Department is responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of municipal operations. Working under the direction of the Select Board, Administration helps ensure that Town services are delivered efficiently, responsibly, and in accordance with Town policies, ordinances, and applicable state and federal laws.
The Town Manager serves as the Town’s chief administrative officer and works closely with municipal departments, elected officials, committees, residents, businesses, and outside agencies to carry out the policies and priorities established by the Select Board and Town Meeting.
Responsibilities
Administration’s responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the daily operations of Town government
- Preparing and administering the annual municipal budget
- Coordinating the work of municipal departments
- Managing personnel and employee policies
- Administering purchasing, contracts, bids, and requests for proposals
- Implementing policies and directives of the Select Board
- Preparing information and recommendations for Select Board consideration
- Supporting long-range planning and capital improvement efforts
- Coordinating municipal projects and grant opportunities
- Assisting residents with questions, concerns, and requests for Town services
- Working with regional, state, and federal agencies on matters affecting the Town
- Supporting emergency management and continuity of municipal operations
- Promoting transparency and public access to municipal information
Town Government
Buckfield operates under a Town Meeting form of government. Residents make many of the Town’s most important decisions through Town Meeting, including approval of the annual municipal budget and other warrant articles.
The Select Board serves as the Town’s elected policy-making body. The Town Manager is responsible for carrying out the Board’s policies and overseeing the administrative functions of the Town.
Questions or Concerns
Residents are encouraged to contact the Town Office with questions about municipal services, Town policies, ongoing projects, or other matters involving Town government.
If you are unsure which department can assist you, Administration can help direct your question or request to the appropriate person.
The Town of Buckfield is committed to providing responsive, professional, and transparent municipal government while responsibly managing the resources entrusted to the Town by its residents.
Town Office Staff
- Cameron Hinkley — Town Manager, Treasurer, General Assistance Administrator, Public Information Officer, Emergency Management Director, and Road Commissioner. Email Cameron Hinkley.
- Alyssa Phillips — Town Clerk, Registrar of Voters, Deputy Treasurer, Tax Collector, BMV Agent, IF&W Agent, and Vital Statistics. Email Alyssa Phillips.
- Rachel Hanson — Deputy Town Clerk, Deputy Registrar of Voters, Deputy Tax Collector, and Assistant General Assistance Administrator. Email Rachel Hanson.
- Emanuel Cregg — Assessor, Code Enforcement Officer, and Local Plumbing Inspector. Email Emanuel Cregg.