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NOTICE OF PROPERTY FOR SALE BY SEALED BID
The Town of Brownville is accepting sealed bids for the following items:
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2004 MG 13' Side DUMP BODY constructed of 1/4" 100.00 P.S.I. 400 Brinnell super high tensile steel floor and tailgate. Balance of body is constructed of 3/16" Corten A-588 corrosion resistant high tensile steel.
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2007 3500 psi, 3.3 gallons per minute, 13hp Honda PRESSURE WASHER. The burner does not work, but everything else seems to work as it should. Comes with hose reel and wand.
All bids received must be in writing, in a sealed envelope and clearly marked “DUMP BODY BID” or “PRESSURE WASHER BID” on the outside. All bids must be received at the Municipal Clerk’s Office, 586 Main Road, Brownville ME 04414, no later than 2:00pm on Wednesday, April 15th. Faxed or e-mailed bids will NOT be accepted.
Each item must be on separate bid forms (dump body; pressure washer) outlining the bidder’s name, mailing address, phone number, e-mail address, and the bid amount for each item. The form must also be signed by all bidders (If it is a partnership, corporation, LLC etc, signature(s) of legally authorized representatives must sign according to their governing documents).
Bids will be opened and reviewed by the Public Works Director and Town Manager duly authorized by the Board of Selectpersons. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids for any reason. The successful bidder shall have five (5) days from the date of bid acceptance in which to complete the purchase either by cash or certified funds. In the event that a successful bidder fails, for any reason, to complete the purchase in the time stated, the bid acceptance is void. The Board of Selectpersons may thereafter negotiate a sale of the property with any unsuccessful bidders.
All bidders are invited to inspect the items prior to making a bid. The equipment will be located at the Public Works Garage 596 Main Road, and Gabe Armstrong can be contacted at (407) 908-1698 with additional questions. There are no warranties, guarantees or representations of any kind. The buyer will assume risk of any defects and each bidder expressly acknowledges and agrees that the amount of bid reflects the “as is” condition of the property.
The Town reserves the right to establish minimum bids on the equipment.
SPRING CLEANUP
Tuesday, May 5th
You MUST have all items roadside by 7AM.
Clean up may run into multiple days, if needed.
Household trash will be picked up on regular
scheduled days.
Acceptable Items
Whitegoods such as stove/oven, washer, dryer, small appliances; Metals or items that are all metal; Chairs, couches, furniture as long as no metal (no sleeper sofas, recliners); Bundled, bagged or boxed:
Brush/leaves/grass/twigs from yard cleanup
Lathes without plaster
Carpets/Flooring – Cut up in 4’ Square pieces
Non-Acceptable Items
No windows/glass; No large amounts of brush; No refrigerators/freezers; No Air conditioners; No mattresses; No batteries; No paint (unless completely dried up); No tires; No electronics (TVs, computers, printers, copiers, VCR/DVD players, game consoles); No shingles; No human or animal feces; No flammables, waste oil, fuels, lubricants, gas cans or propane tanks (including small camping size); No stove or fire ash.
2025 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORTS
The Water Department has published the 2025 Consumer Confidence Reports for both the Village and Junction systems. A copy is posted at the Town Office, both Post Offices, and included in the 2nd quarter bills mailed the first week of April. You can also view them here.
2025 ANNUAL TOWN REPORT AVAILABLE
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Municipal WasteHub and Municipal Waste Solutions ♻️ are proud to announce the Municipal WasteHub Scholarship Program for the 2026–2027 academic year, an investment in the next generation of leaders from our member communities.
We will award up to $10,000 in scholarships to eligible high school seniors and first-year post-secondary students who reside in a WasteHub Member Community and plan to attend a Maine-based community college, trade school, or university.
Important Dates 📩📌
Application Deadline: April 13, 2026
Award Ceremony: April 22, 2026
Do you live in a Municipal WasteHub community? Find your town or city on our membership map. https://www.mrcmaine.org/mrc-members-map/
The Town of Brownville is a WasteHub member community, and we encourage all who qualify to apply!
To learn more and to apply: https://www.mrcmaine.org/wastehub-scholarship-program/
BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS MEETINGS
NEXT REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
Tuesday, April 21st
at 6pm
At the American Legion
67 Railroad Avenue
Agenda to be posted when it becomes available
2026 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING &
SECRET BALLOT ELECTION
The Annual Town Meeting
Monday, March 16th
RESULTS
Winners listed in RED
Two Selectpersons for a term of three years
Michael Cayer 18 Votes
Arthur Herbest 86 Votes
Kelli Witham 72 Votes
One Selectperson for a term of two years
Lesley Stone 95 Votes
One Director of M.S.A.D. #41 for a term of three years
Jessie Blake 49 Votes
One Director of M.S.A.D. #41 for a term of one year
Jeffery Coates 28 Votes
Timothy Goding 13 Votes
All warrant articles passed as written, with the exception of Article 31: Shall an ordinance entitled “Ordinance Regarding Limitations on the use of Camper Vehicles and Other Non-Permanent Structures for Permanent Human Habitation” be enacted?
Yes 41 No 59
Annual Town Meeting Warrant 3.16.2026
Proposed Ordinance Regarding Limitations on the use of Camper Vehicles and other Non-Permanent Structures for Permanent Human Habitation
UPCOMING TOWN OFFICE CLOSINGS
Tuesday, April 14th - OPENING AT 1PM
Records Disposition
Monday, April 20th - CLOSED
Patriots' Day
Monday, May 25th - CLOSED
Memorial Day
Friday, June 19th - CLOSED
Juneteenth
Friday, July 3rd - CLOSED
Independence Day
Welcome to Brownville
Celebrating 200 years of community!
1824 - 2024
The Town of Brownville, incorporated in 1824, is a small community known for its railroad yard, slate quarries and sawmills. The Town Charter is the foundation of Town Meetings with a Selectperson and Town Manager governing body.
At the Brownville Town Office you can:
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Register a motor vehicle, ATV or boat
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Obtain a license for your dog or to hunt or fish
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Request vital records (birth, marriage & death)
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Request assessing and tax records
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Get an application for employment, tax program and general assistance
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Use our Notary Public, copying or faxing services (fees apply)
Several departments offer multiple services to taxpayers. Brownville has a robust Public Safety division offering Fire/EMS, Animal Control, Code Enforcement and Emergency Management. The Public Works crew maintains roadways year 'round and provides curbside trash pick-up. The Cemetery crew is responsible for the upkeep of the Village and Pine Tree Cemeteries. A part-time Recreation Director offers a full summer program and seasonal events throughout the year. The residential areas of town have public water and/or sewer access as well.
For more information, contact us at: (207) 965-2561 Hours: Monday - Thurs. 8AM to 4PM, Fri 8AM to 3PM