Lincolnville is taking steps to strengthen the community by enrolling in the Community Resilience Partnership, a state-supported program that helps towns plan and fund local projects that improve safety, infrastructure, and emergency preparedness. 

The enrollment effort is being led by the Lincolnville Select Board, and they are asking for public input to help decide which of four priority projects should be submitted for a $75,000 Community Action Grant.

A public meeting will be held on Sunday, June 1, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Lincolnville Central School, where residents can learn more and share their thoughts. Light refreshments will be served. 

The four projects under consideration include:

• Studying vulnerabilities in the harbor area by assessing how sea level rise and storm surge could affect coastal infrastructure and properties and gathering community input to help guide future planning.
• Assessing flooding risks for roads and culverts by identifying vulnerable sites and recommending improvements to better withstand heavy rain and storm events.
• Creating a cooling center at the Lincolnville Central School for heat emergencies.
• Improving emergency warning systems and communications.

The public meeting is a chance for residents, business owners and others to help decide how Lincolnville should invest $75,000 in local projects. Attendees will learn about the options, ask questions, and be able to share what matters most to them. Whether you are concerned about flooding, extreme weather or emergency preparedness, this is your opportunity to help shape Lincolnville’s next steps.

“Lincolnville is already seeing the impacts of climate change,” said Select Board Chair Ladleah Dunn, in a news release. “We want to hear from residents about what matters most to them so we can make smart investments that benefit the whole community.”

For more information, visit www.town.lincolnville.me.us  or contact David Kinney, Town Administrator.