Elections and Voting Absentee Ballots You can now request an absentee ballot for the June 10th Election by mail, by calling the Town Clerk's Office at 207-336-2521 or stopping in in person and completing an application. Please be advised that if you call to request your absentee ballot, you will need to speak with someone in the Clerk's Office directly. Next Election Annual Town Meeting/R.S.U. #10 Budget Validation: June 10, 2025 Poll Hours: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Buckfield Municipal Center, 34 Turner Street Voter Registration Residents may register to vote during regular business hours or make changes to current voting information such as change of name, address or party affiliation. A Registrar is available at the polls on Election Day as well. Unenrolled voters may enroll at any time, including Election Day. Voters must remain in the party for 3 months before the voter can file an application for either a withdrawal or a change of enrollment. There is a 15-day waiting period for a voter who withdraws from a party. Town Meeting Held the 2nd Tuesday of June. RSU 10 School District Budget June - The Budget Validation Referendum Election is held annually on the second Tuesday in June within 30 days of the District Budget Meeting. The polls are open from 8:00am -8:00pm. State and Federal Elections June & November - State Primary and Referendum Elections are held on the second Tuesday in June. General and Referendum Elections are held on the first Tuesday following the first Monday in November of each year. Candidate & Sign Information Public Notices of Town Meeting and Elections are posted at least seven days in advance with the date, time and location at the following locations: Buckfield Municipal Center Tilton's Market Post Office This website The Town's Facebook page Maine Citizen's Guide to the Referendum Election To see the Maine Citizen's Guide to the Referendum Election, courtesy of the Secretary of State, please click here. Voter Registration Buckfield residents may register to vote at the Town Clerk/Tax Collector's office at the Buckfield Municipal Building at 34 Turner Street. Office hours are Tuesday Noon to 8 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ______________________________________________. Buckfield Polls The Polling place location for all Buckfield voters is at the Buckfield Municipal Center located at 34 Turner Street. Hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and are announced prior to each election. The polls will open at 7:00 am for all Presidential Elections. State of Maine Constitution View the Maine State Constitution online Information on how to vote if you are a US citizen overseas Visit the Federal Voting Assistance Program's Website Information for Candidates Candidates Guide Signature Collections at Polls - Handout Ranked Choice Instructions

Permit Applications Here you will find forms and permits for a Building Permit Application, a Driveway Permit Application and a Shoreland Zoning Permit Application. If you are not able to open the documents, please click http://get.adobe.com/reader/ for a free download of Adobe Reader to access PDF files. If you have any questions, please call the Office at 207-336-2521. Marriage intention link: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/public-health-systems/data-research/vital-records/forms/index.shtml Just fill out the form, print, and bring to the town office to apply for a marriage license. Both parties must be present to sign the license. Fee: $40.00. Application_for_Building_Permit Town of Buckfield Application fo Driveway-Entrance Permit Shoreland Zoning Permit Application

Social Services Committee The purpose of the Committee is to conduct an equitable process with social service agencies who request financial support from the Town of Buckfield. MEMBERS (7 Member): Cami Warren, Expires June 30, 2028 Jennifer Lowell, Expires June 30, 2028 James Lowell, Expires June 30, 2027 Social_Services_Committee_By-Laws_-_Adopted_12-16-2015

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.

Road Committee INTERIM ROAD COMMISSIONER: Cameron Hinkley / Director of Public Works The Road Committee is a five member committee appointed by the Board of Selectmen to advise the Board on road issues and assist the Road Commissioner in developing a plan to maintain the integrity of our town roads. MEMBERS (5 Member) : Christopher Hayward, expires June 30, 2028 Tim Brackett, expires June 30, 2028 Mark Fox, expires June 30, 2028 James Lowell, expires June 30, 2027 Jerald Wiley, expires June 30, 2026 Road_Committee_By-Laws_-_Adopted_12-16-2014

Town Manager In Buckfield's form of government, Town Meeting serves as the Legislative Body. It adopts ordinances and budgets, and elects members to the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen are authorized to hire a Town Manager, whose function is to serve as the Chief Administrative Officer. While the Board directs the Manager, the Manager directs staff, and implements the policies the Board approves. Below is a list of functions that the Manager's office oversees. If you have questions or concerns about a Town issue, please contact us. Areas of Responsibility Responsible for assisting the Board of Selectmen Prepare agendas for Board meetings and warrants for Town Meetings. Oversees the operations of all Town of Buckfield departments. Oversees all aspects of Human Resources for the Town. Coordinates the application process for membership on local Boards and Committees. Maintains sound, positive public relations between the Town and its citizens, other governmental agencies and the various Boards and Committees comprising the Buckfield Town Government. Prepares the annual budget for the Town with assistance from other departments. Acts as purchasing agent for the Town of Buckfield. Monitors all Town funds, overseeing disbursement of all expenditures and issuing checks. Accepts positive innovations from the citizens of Buckfield to make the community an even better place to live. If you have any ideas or suggestions for enhancements, please call. Cameron Hinkley, Town Manager PO Box 179 34 Turner Street Buckfield, ME 04220 Phone: 207-336-2521 townmanager@townofbuckfield.org Powers and duties of Town Manager: https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/30-A/title30-Asec2636.html

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

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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) 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

Policies 1. Alcohol and Drug Policy and Testing Procedures 2. Appointment Policy 3. Buckfield Cemetery Rules and Regulations 4. Buckfield-Sumner Transfer Station Power Outage Policy 5. Buckfield-Sumner Transfer Station Residential Brush Policy 6. Budget Committee By-Laws 7. Capital Assets - Capitalization & Depreciation - GASB 8. Community Events Committee By-Laws 9. Culvert Placement Policy 10. Economic Development Committee By-Laws 11. Old Church on the Hill Committee By-Laws 12. Ordinance Development Committee By-Laws 13. Library Internet Safety Policy (CIPA) 14. Library Committee By-Laws 15. Municipal Buildings and Facility Use Policy 16. Personnel Policy Handbook 17. Pole Location Permits and Placement Policy 18. Policy on Treasurer's Disbursement Warrants for Employee Wages and Benefits 19. Policy on Treasurer's Disbursement Warrants for State Fees Collected by the Municipality 20. Recreation Committee Establishment 21. Recreation Committee By-Laws 22. Recreation Committee - Volunteer Coaching Policy 23. Remote Participation Policy 24. Rescue Department Ambulance Billing Service Policy 25. Resident Winter Sand Policy 26. Road Committee By-Laws 27. Social Media Communications Policy 28. Social Services Committee By-Laws 29. Standard Operating Procedures 30. Web Site Content Policy 31. Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Policy 32. Grant Management Pol icy 33. Special Events Pol icy 34. Reserve Fund Pol icy 35. Boston Cane Policy 36. Buckfield Fire and Rescue Department Personally Owned Vehicle (POV) Policy 37. Mailbox Policy for the Town of Buckfield INTERNAL POLICIES 1. No Solicitation and Vendor Contact Policy Updated December 3, 2025

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

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).