Publications

MMA's publication program cuts across departmental lines, serving as a major educational tool of the Association. Among its regular publications are:

The Maine Townsman, a monthly magazine, is sent to more than 4,500 elected and appointed officials and employees of member municipalities and other readers interested in municipal issues.

The Legislative Bulletin, an update of bills and hearings and MMA's policy positions, is published weekly when the legislature is in session. It is sent to 2,500 councilors, selectmen and managers, legislators and the media.

The Municipal Directory, a roster of who's who in local government and how to contact them, is published annually. This directory can be ordered online. [scroll down to "Special Publications."]

The annual Municipal Salary Survey is available online for members. This report is a compilation of wage and employee benefits data reported by Maine municipalities. Click Here for an ID and Password (required to access the Salary Survey). The Municipal Fiscal Survey is a report on where the money comes from and how it is spent by Maine's municipalities, according to population size. The Fiscal Survey is published at unscheduled intervals.

Legal Handbooks and Manuals on everything for everyone from assessors to code enforcement officers to planning board members to tax collectors and treasurers. A total of 14 different titles are currently available at reduced costs to members. These manuals are available online, and an ID and Password are required to access them.