Information concerning the Town of Buckfield Withdrawal Committee tasked by the voters and select board to negotiate withdrawal from Regional School Unit 10. Town of Buckfield - RSU Withdrawal Committee The purpose of the withdrawal committee in Maine is to research, negotiate, and develop a withdrawal agreement for a town that wants to leave a regional school unit (RSU). This includes creating a plan to provide education for the town's students, handling the financial and logistical aspects of the split, and addressing the equitable division of assets and liabilities. The committee's work is a critical step in the complex, 22-step process that ultimately leads to a town-wide vote on whether to formally withdraw. Joint meetings will be held at the Buckfield Municipal Center with Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner. The Chairman of each committee (Buckfield, Hartford, Sumner) will run each meeting on a rotational basis. Meetings are recorded and published on the various Town's YouTube channels. Links provided below. Buckfield YouTube Channel Hartford YouTube Channel Sumner YouTube Channel To contact the Withdrawal Committee, please email bhswithdrawalcommittee@gmail.com . Members: Michelle Casey, Chairman, Circulator of Petition Neal Austin, Resident Erin Hinkley, RSU 10 School Board Director (Buckfield) Robert Hand, Buckfield Selectman Committee Documents Education Exploration Ad Hoc Committee Work - Publicly Viewable Documents Procedures for Withdrawal from a Regional School Unit Withdrawal Timeline: Step 1: A petition requesting withdrawal from RSU 10 by at least 10% of the number of votes in the prior gubernatorial election was submitted on August 28, 2025. It contained 119 valid signatures - 98 were required. Step 2: The Buckfield Select Board called a special election for November 4, 2025. Step 3: A posted and advertised Public Hearing was held on October 21, 2025 (at least 10 days prior). Step 4: The petition to withdraw (article) was approved by voters on November 4, 2025. 463 - Yes, 283 - No Step 5: The Town Clerk sent written notification to the Secretary of RSU 10 (Deborah Alden) and the Commissioner of Education (Pender Makin) by registered mail on November 5, 2025. This notification included the petition to withdraw (article) and an explanation by the municipal officers stating to the best of their knowledge the reasons why the municipality seeks to withdraw from the RSU. Step 6: The Commissioner of Education directed the Municipal Officers on November 17, 2025 to establish a Withdrawal Committee and select members to serve on said committee. The Commissioner also notified both the RSU 10 Directors for Buckfield to select amongst themselves who would serve. On December 2, 2025 the Buckfield Select Board established the Withdrawal Committee and appointed Robert Hand, Erin Hinkley, Michelle Casey, and Neal Austin to serve. Step 7: The Chairman of the RSU 10 School Board, Chad Culleton, called a meeting with the Withdrawal Committee that was held on December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Hartford Town Hall. The committee elected Michelle Casey as it's Chairman. Step 8: Current Step December 3, 2025 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Hartford to begin working through the withdrawal agreement process. Current tasks - seeking legal counsel and establishing a budget. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. December 18, 2025 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Sumner. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. January 8, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. January 22, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Hartford. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. February 12, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield with legal. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. February 26, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Sumner. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. March 5, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Hartford meeting with Dr. Brown, a potential Education Consultant. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed below. March 19, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. April 2, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. April 16, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. April 30, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. Minutes of the meeting can be found by visiting "Agendas and Minutes ". May 7, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. May 21, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. June 4, 2026 - , 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. Minutes of the meeting can be found by visiting " Agendas and Minutes ". No voting took place as there was not a quorum of members. June 8, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel. June 11, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. Minutes of the meeting can be found by visiting " Agendas and Minutes ". June 18, 2026 - The Withdrawal Committees from Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner held a joint meeting in Buckfield. A video recording of this meeting can be viewed on Buckfield's YouTube Channel.

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Official site for the Town of Buckfield, Maine TOWN OFFICE HOURS Monday CLOSED Tuesday 9 - 8 Wednesday 9 - 4 Thursday 9 - 4 Friday 9 - 4 Tax Bills Select Board Meeting s 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Location: Buckfield Municipal Center First Floor Mee ting Room Agendas and Minutes Report a Road Issue Facility Use Application 📫 📱 Join the Mailing List - Text “Join” and your email to (515) 515-2459 Town Calendar General Assistance Annual Budget Property Taxes 2025-26 Annual Town Report RSU 10 Schools Municipal Offices Library Rescue Department Fire Department Comprehensive Plan Municipal Building Hours Solid Waste, Transfer and Recycling Monday - Closed Tuesday 9-8 Wednesday 9-4 Thursday 9-4 Friday 9-4 The Comprehensive Plan is the Town’s official adopted statement of intent for the future of Buckfield. Comprehensive Plans provide a framework for decision-making regarding municipal ordinances and policies, and inform budgetary decisions. The Towns of Buckfield and Sumner many years ago combined our facility to better serve both communities. The Transfer Station is located at 114 Sumner Road on Route #140 between Buckfield and Sumner. HOURS: Wednesday and Saturday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Code Enforcement/Local Plumbing Inspector Emanuel Cregg, CEO/Local Plumbing Inspector Phone: (207) 336-2521 Email: ceo@townofbuckfield.org The Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) is primarily responsible for inspections, including those related to building, plumbing, and septic permits. Our CEO also reviews permit applications for c ompliance with Town and State codes and ordinances. Applications: Building Permit Application Plumbing Permit Application Subsurface Wastewater Disposal System Permit Application Junkyard Automobile Graveyard Application Local Liquor License Application Shoreland Zoning Application Special Amusement Permit Application Subdivision Application Resources: Buckfield Building Permit Ordinance Buckfield Shoreland Zoning Ordinance Buckfield Subdivision Ordinance

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The Boston Post Cane Tradition in Buckfield The Boston Post Cane is a unique New England tradition dating back to 1909, when the Boston Post newspaper distributed engraved, ebony canes to towns across Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. These special canes were to be presented to the oldest living resident in each community as a mark of honor and respect. Here in Buckfield, we continue to celebrate this tradition by awarding the Boston Post Cane Award to our town’s eldest resident. The recipient holds the cane as a symbol of longevity, history, and our town’s appreciation for their place in our community. When the current holder passes away or moves, the Boston Cane Award is passed on to the next eldest resident. We take great pride in honoring our elders and their life stories, and the Boston Post Cane is one of the ways Buckfield recognizes the wisdom and contributions of our most senior community members. If you know someone who may be the oldest resident of Buckfield or want to learn more about the Boston Post Cane’s history in our town, please reach out to the Buckfield Historical Society or the town office. The next nomination window begins January 1, 2026 and will run for 60 days, ending on March 2, 2026. Please use the form to make your nomination by clicking the button below, or stop by the town office for a paper copy. Buckfield - Known Recipients 1. Merritt Farrar - Died April 28, 1912 (94 years, 9 months) First Recipient 2. Hamden A. Allen - Died August 5, 1914 (92 years, 3 months, 29 days) 3. Edward G. Cole - Died October 2, 1923 (92 years, 1 month, 7 days) 4. Levi Newton - Died March 31, 1924 (92 years, 1 month, 28 days) 5. Judson Merrill - Died January 28, 1925 (Age Unknown) 6. Asa Atwood - Died February 28, 1930 (95 years, 5 months, 26 days) 7. Moses Brown - Died August 13, 1931 (88 years, 10 months, 18 days) From 1977 until 1996 all three holders of the cane were women. 1. Edna Scott - Awarded when she was 93 (1977) 2. Mildred Keene - Awarded when she was 91 (1985) 3. Marguerite Crandlemere - Awarded when she was 98 (September 17, 1996) March 22, 2014: Madaline Brown - Died June 27, 2015 (96, 5 months, 21 days) April 21, 2026: Lila Turner Perry - Died June 1, 2026 (101, 5 months, 18 days) Modern day recipients will be presented the award in a private or public ceremony of their choosing and will be photographed with the original cane. However the cane will be housed at the Buckfield Historical Society for safe keeping. Boston Cane Nomination Form

Assessor's Office If you have questions regarding the valuation of your property, or you are interested in meeting with the assessing assistant, please contact the Buckfield Town Office to make an appointment at (207) 336-2521, or email assessor@townofbuckfield.org. Important Dates Assessment Date: April 1st. Commitment Date: September 24, 2025 Fiscal Tax Year: July 1st to June 30th. 2025 - 2026 Tax Rate: 14.85 Per thousand dollars of assessed value. Certified Ratio: 100% Payment Dates: 1st payment is due November 15, 2025 2nd payment is due May 15, 2026 Property tax payment information and copies of property tax bills are available in the white bar to the right. Exemptions As a resident of the State of Maine, you may qualify for one of the following partial exemptions: Blind Exemption Homestead Exemption Veteran Exemption Widow or Widower of a Veteran Applications for Homestead Exemption, Blind Exemption, Veteran Exemption (62 years old OR 100% service related disability), Current Use Tree Growth, Farm Land, or Open Space must be filed in the Assessor's Office by April 1st. If an exemption has already been granted to you, there is no need to re-apply. Completed forms may be dropped off, sent by mail, faxed, or attached to email. For Assessing inquiries, please email assessor@townofbuckfield.org. Please see below for tax bills, commitment books and updated tax maps. For additional Assessing information and/or records, please contact the Town Office at (207) 336-2521 or email townclerk@townofbuckfield.org (TO PRINT YOUR BILL, select 'This Page Only' when you have the tax bill file open. If not, you'll get them all.) 25-26 TAX BILLS 25-26 Commitment Book FY 2024-2025 RE BILLS FY 2024-2025 PP BILLS FY 2023-2024 RE BILLS FY 2023-2024 PP BILLS FY 2022-2023 RE BILLS FY 2022-2023 PP BILLS FY 2021-2022 TAX BILLS FY 2020-2021 TAX BILLS FY 2019-2020 TAX BILLS FY 2018-2019 TAX BILLS FY 2017-2018 TAX BILLS FY 2016-2017 TAX BILLS FY 2015-2016 TAX BILLS 2025 TAX MAP UPDATES Current Land Use Programs The State of Maine has four "current use" programs that offer the property owner a reduction in assessed value: Farmland, Open Space, Tree Growth, and Working Waterfront. The programs establish valuation of property at its current use, rather than at market value. All four programs are available to property owners through an application process with the local municipality. Applications must be filed on or before April 1 of the year the reduced valuation is first requested. Property must meet certain criteria to qualify for each program and any future change in the use of the land will cause disqualification resulting in a penalty. For more information and the corresponding forms, please CLICK HERE . Maine R even ue Services Property Tax Division for information on Laws regarding property taxation. Maine Revenue Services Administers several programs aimed at providing eligible Maine taxpayers with tax relief . Assessor Request Form If you have a specific request for the Assessor, you can also utilize the Assessor Request Form by clicking the button below: Asessor Request Form Poverty Abatement Application *Board of Assessors: At a special town meeting in early 2022, the Legislative Body voted to remove the Board of Assessors and replace with an Assessing Agent effective at the next Annual Town Meeting (August 16, 2022).

Budget Committee The Budget Committee acts as an advisory committee by reviewing and making recommendations on items of a financial and budgetary nature. Current Members (5 Member): Robert Schreier, Expires June 30, 2027 Abby Jones, Expires June 30, 2027 Jacob Gilbert, Expires June 30, 2029 2024 Audit Budget Committee By-Laws Budget Files Quarterly Financial Reports FY 2023-2024 - Quarter 1 FY 2023-2024 - Quarter 2 FY 2023-2024 - Quarter 3 FY 2023-2024 - Quarter 4 FY 2024-2025 - Quarter 1 FY 2024-2025 - Quarter 2 FY 2024-2025 - Quarter 3 FY 2024-2025 - Quarter 4 FY 2025-2026 - Quarter 1 FY 2025-2026 - Quarter 2 FY 2025-2026 - Quarter 3

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Buckfield Fire Department Fire Chief: Adam Dupile Deputy Chief: Timothy J. Brooks Captain: Jesse Hutchinson Lieutenant: Tucker Tardif Phone: (207) 336-2999 Fax: (207) 336-2461 The Buckfield Fire Department is always looking for new members. If you are interested in joining our Department please stop by the Fire-Rescue Station or the Town Office for more information, or give us a call. If you need an Open Burn Permit, please click HERE . Always remember to check the Maine Forest Service Wildfire Danger and Class Day Report before burning. If the Class day is High, Very High or Extreme, outdoor burning will not be allowed. FIRE SAFETY WITH VICKI - Articles Be fire free in 2023 - December 13, 2022 Training never ends for Maine's firefighters - November 1, 2022 Maine Firefighters Memorial - September 1, 2022 Maine's live fire training trifecta - September 1, 2022 There's more than fire in fireworks - July 1, 2022 Fire Safety Tips Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. Test smoke alarms every month. If they’re not working, change the batteries. Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year. If a fire occurs in your home, GET OUT, STAY OUT and CALL FOR HELP. Never go back inside for anything or anyone.

Animal Control Brandon Holmes, Animal Control Officer Phone: (207) 743-9554, ext 0 (Oxford County Regional Communications Center) To report an animal related complaint, or concerns about an injured or orphaned animal, please contact Oxford County Regional Communications Center using the phone number listed above. The ACO will then be dispatched. It is important that we vaccinate our pets against rabies. Even if your pet is strictly an indoor pet, vaccines are beneficial in case your pet gets out and comes in contact with wildlife. Vaccines can help to prevent the spread of this disease. Licensing Your Dog(s): All dog licenses expire December 31st. All dogs at the age of 6 months or more, by law need to be licensed, on or before January 1st of each year. Annual Fees: The fee for a male or female dog is $11 The fee for a spayed or neutered dog is $6 **A $25.00 PER DOG LATE FEE WILL BE CHARGED BEGINNING FEBRUARY 1ST** License Requirements To license a dog, the owner must provide: A current rabies certificate Proof and/or a certificate if spayed or neutered If moving from another town/city in Maine, bring in current license and a new license will be issued. Licenses are available for renewals and new for the next year on or around October 15th. All dogs must be registered by January 31st of each year. 1st Time Licensing If you are licensing your dog for the 1st time in Maine: You must have a current rabies vaccination certification issued by a Maine licensed veterinarian. You must have an accurate description of your dog, including your dog’s name, breed, sex and color You must have a written statement from your veterinarian that clearly states your dog is altered and or / sterile to qualify for the low cost altered license fee. Dogs can be licensed in person at the Buckfield Town Office or Online. ONLINE DOG LICENSING - CLICK HERE

Recreation Committee The Recreation Committee is responsible for the oversight and management of the Town's recreation programs and facilities. The Committee is always looking for community volunteers to help maintain our facilities, coach youth sports teams, and assist with fundraising. Meetings are usually held the third Sunday evening of each month on an as needed basis and all are welcome to attend. MEMBERS (7 Member): Megan Smith, expires June 30 2026 Trisha Jack, expires June 30, 2026 Cameron Hinkley, expired June 30, 2025 Tom Damon, expired June 30, 2025 Parent Code of Conduct Contract Coaching Application Recreation Committee By-Laws HOW DO I SPONSOR A TEAM: Buckfield Recreation accepts Team Sponsors for all our Youth Sports Programs. To Sponsor a team, fill out one of the forms below and return with payment to the Buckfield Town Office. Thank you for your support! 1. Baseball/Softball - Click Here 2. Soccer - Click Here 3. Basketball - Click Here HOW DO I SPONSOR A SIGN AT THE BUCKFIELD RECREATION MEMORIAL FIELD? The Buckfield Recreation Committee is seeking local business, organizations, or families to purchase sponsorship signs. The signs are 2' x 4' and are displayed at the Buckfield Recreation Memorial Field. In addition the Committee recognizes our sign sponsors on our Facebook page. Please visit the Town Office to discuss sponsoring a sign for 2023 (Signs of a Political Nature are not allowed ). Sign Advertising Sponsorship Agreement CAN I PAY MY CHILD'S REGISTRATION FEE ONLINE? The Buckfield Recreation Committee has established a Venmo account to make collecting registration fees and donations easier for parents and sponsors. You can still pay with Cash or Check at the Town Office, this is just another way to pay for those that prefer this method. Please scan the QR code on this page or send your payment to @BuckfieldRec.