Friday, March 15, 2024
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting grant proposals to support the development, implementation or improvement of programs, initiatives or activities designed to increase the diversion of solid waste from disposal. In the Fall of 2023, the Department funded ten waste diversion projects around Maine with a total of $128,326.07 in awards. These grants are supporting efforts to increase food scrap recovery and composting activities in the Central and Southern Maine...
Thursday, March 7, 2024
The Maine Municipal Association is pleased to again sponsor the Inclusion Maine Conference on May 1-3, 2024 at the Portland Sheraton in Portland, Maine. Our state needs 75,000 new workers by 2029 in order to sustain our economy and growth, and the Inclusion Maine Conference aims to give employers the tools to build belonging for all to attract and retain diverse talent in Maine. More details about the conference and Inclusion Maine can be found at...
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
On Monday, March 11 at 10 a.m., the Tri-State Learning Collaborative on Aging is bringing together representatives working with older adults through parks and recreation organizations in Maine, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire to discuss how entities are engaging older adults through dynamic programing that strengthens social connections. Municipal officials interested in participating can register here .
Monday, March 4, 2024
MMA Legal Services issued a new supplement to MMA’s Town Meeting and Elections Manual. Supplement No. 2, which was issued on January 24, 2024, updates the January 2020 version of the Manual to reflect recent legislative changes and court decisions. These changes have been incorporated into the online version of the Manual, but we encourage you to print Supplement No. 2 for use with printed versions. If you have any questions about this Supplement, please contact MMA Legal Services at...
Thursday, February 29, 2024
The Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP), within the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, has served as a significant source of information on the State's important natural features for over 25 years. Working with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, MNAP is pleased to announce a pre-acquisition review service for conservation projects. Land trusts, municipalities, and State and Federal Agencies may request this free service. ...
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The Maine Municipal Association's "MMA For A Day" Town Hall event brings the staff and services of the Maine Municipal Association right to your doorstep! This is your opportunity to mingle with fellow member municipalities, gain invaluable insights into MMA initiatives and programs, engage directly with our dedicated leaders and staff to address your needs and concerns, and stay up to date on training and professional development opportunities.
Location: Farmington...
Monday, February 26, 2024
There are a variety of FEMA disaster assistance programs and resources available for individuals impacted by the December 2023 storms and flooding. Municipal officials from the impacted counties are encouraged to share this information with members of their communities.
DR-4754-ME NR 07 Beware of Fraud and Scams
DR-4754-ME NR 017 Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Kennebec County
DR-4754-ME NR-01 FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Crews Support Maine Communities
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Join the Maine Municipal Association's Education & Training Advisory Council - Your Opportunity to Shape Municipal Training and Professional Development!
The Maine Municipal Association (MMA) is excited to announce the call for nominations for our Education and Training Advisory Council – a pivotal initiative tasked with supporting and advising MMA on ongoing municipal education and training needs across the state.
Why Join the Advisory Council?
The Advisory Council...
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
The Maine Resilience Building Network (NRBN) is hosting an interactive Action Guide for Building Socially Connected Communities virtual workshop on Thursday, February 29 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The program is free for MRBN members and $30 for non-members.
For more information about the workshop, please visit this link.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
On Monday, February 12, the Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions will host a discussion with Gary Fearon, Director of Housing, Penobscot Indian Nation, focused on the initiatives the Tribal Nation has taken to make energy resilience a priority. ...