Buckfield, Maine

Boards and Committees

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Buckfield residents can serve their community through Town boards and committees. To apply, submit a completed Board and Committee Application to the town office. Paper applications can also be picked up at the town office during regular business hours.

Boards & Committees

Appeals Board

The Appeals Board is a municipal board that hears and decides certain appeals involving decisions made by Town officials, boards, or departments, as authorized by local ordinance and State law. The Board provides an impartial review process and considers evidence, applicable regulations, and public testimony before reaching a decision. Its work helps ensure that local rules are applied fairly and consistently while providing residents and property owners with an established process for seeking review of municipal decisions.

Current Members (5 Seats):

None

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee works to enhance the appearance and welcoming character of the community through volunteer projects, seasonal displays, plantings, clean-up efforts, and other improvements to public spaces. The Committee helps identify opportunities to beautify Town properties and community areas while encouraging civic pride and resident involvement. Community members interested in helping with beautification projects are encouraged to get involved.

Current Members (5 Seats):

None

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee assists with the annual municipal budget process by reviewing proposed expenditures, discussing financial priorities, and providing recommendations on the Town’s budget. The Committee helps bring additional public input and community perspective to decisions about how municipal funds are allocated. Its work supports a transparent and thoughtful budget process before the proposed budget is presented to voters at Town Meeting.

Current Members (5 Seats):

  • Robert Schreier, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Abby Jones, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Candy Brooks, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Jacob Gilbert, Expires June 30, 2029
  • Steven Bly, Expires June 30, 2029

Community Events Committee

The Community Events Committee helps plan, organize, and promote community events that bring residents together and strengthen community spirit. The Committee coordinates Buckfield’s traditional Community Day and Labor Day festivities while also supporting other community events throughout the year. Through the work of dedicated volunteers, the Committee helps create opportunities for residents, families, local organizations, and businesses to come together, celebrate Buckfield, and build a stronger sense of community.

Current Members (9 Seats):

  • Everett Tilton, Expires June 30, 2027
  • David Soncrant, Expires June 30, 2027

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee works to support the Town’s long-term economic health by identifying opportunities to strengthen local businesses, encourage appropriate development, and promote Buckfield as a place to live, work, and invest. The Committee may assist with community planning, business outreach, grant opportunities, and initiatives that help expand the local tax base while preserving the character of the community. Its work helps support a strong and sustainable economic future for Buckfield.

Current Members (5 Seats):

None

RSU 10 Withdrawal and Reorganization Planning Committee

The BHS RSU Withdrawal and Reorganization Planning Committee is a joint effort of the Towns of Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner established to guide the communities through the process of considering withdrawal from RSU 10 and planning for a potential new school administrative structure. Originally formed as the BHS RSU Withdrawal Committee, its role has expanded to include detailed reorganization planning involving governance, budgeting, staffing, transportation, special education, facilities, curriculum, athletics, technology, and other services necessary to operate a school district.

The Committee works collaboratively with municipal officials, school representatives, professional consultants, and the public to develop and evaluate a responsible plan for the future of education in Buckfield, Hartford, and Sumner. Its work is intended to provide voters with the information and planning necessary to make an informed decision regarding withdrawal and, if approved, support an orderly transition to a reorganized school system.

Buckfield’s Current Members (4 Seats):

  • Robert Hand
  • Erin Hinkley
  • Michelle Casey
  • Neal Austin

Email: bhswithdrawalcommittee@gmail.com

Library Committee

The Library Committee supports the operation, programs, and continued development of the Town’s library services. The Committee helps identify community needs, provides guidance on library-related priorities, and may assist with programming, fundraising, outreach, and improvements to library resources and facilities. Its work helps ensure the library remains an accessible and valuable community resource for residents of all ages.

Current Members (7 Seats):

  • Everett Tilton, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Bill Glass, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Cami Warren, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Mertie Remaley, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Belinda Kleeberger, Expires June 30, 2029
  • Larry Jordan, Expires June 30, 2029

Old Church on the Hill Committee

The Old Church on the Hill Committee works to support the preservation, rehabilitation, and future use of one of Buckfield’s historic community landmarks. The Committee helps explore opportunities for restoration, funding, partnerships, programming, and long-term reuse of the building while considering its historic character and value to the community. Its work is focused on helping ensure the Old Church on the Hill can continue to serve as a meaningful community asset for future generations.

Current Members (9 Seats):

  • Katelyn Bertrand, Expires June 30, 2027

Ordinance Development Committee

The Ordinance Development Committee assists with the development and review of municipal ordinances for consideration by the Select Board and, when required, Town Meeting. The Committee researches issues, reviews existing regulations, considers public input, and helps draft ordinance language intended to address community needs in a clear and practical manner. Its work helps provide a thoughtful and transparent process for developing local rules and regulations.

Current Members (5 Seats):

None

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviews land use and development proposals in accordance with the Town’s ordinances, regulations, and applicable State law. The Board considers applications such as subdivisions, site plans, and other development matters, conducts public hearings when required, and evaluates whether proposed projects meet established standards. Its work helps guide orderly growth, protect community resources, and ensure development is reviewed through a fair and consistent public process.

Current Members (5 Seats + 1 Alternate):

  • Robert Schreier, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Angela McAlister, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Kyle McCafferty, Expires June 30, 2028

Email: planningboard@townofbuckfield.org

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee supports the Town’s recreation programs by helping plan activities, encourage community participation, and promote opportunities for residents of all ages to stay active and involved. The Committee works with Town staff, coaches, volunteers, and community members to help identify recreation needs, support seasonal sports and activities, and make recommendations for the continued improvement of Buckfield’s recreation programs and facilities. Residents interested in volunteering, coaching, or serving on the Recreation Committee are encouraged to contact the Town Office for more information.

Current Members (7 Seats):

  • Kate Grimm, Expires June 30, 2028
  • John Mckenzie, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Karen McCafferty, Expires June 30, 2026

Team communications, registrations, payment processing and sports schedules are all handled through SportsEngine:

Road Committee

The Road Committee helps guide the maintenance and long-term improvement of the Town’s road system. With input from the Road Commissioner, the Committee reviews road conditions, infrastructure needs, and available funding to establish the Town’s paving schedule and priorities. The Committee may also consider drainage, reconstruction, and other capital improvement needs to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective roads throughout Buckfield.

Current Members (5 Seats):

  • James Lowell, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Christopher Hayward, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Tim Brackett, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Mark Fox, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Jerald Wiley, Expires June 30, 2029

Social Services Committee

The Social Services Committee helps support programs and services that address the needs of residents and strengthen the overall well-being of the community. The Committee may review requests for assistance, identify local service needs, support community outreach efforts, and make recommendations to the Select Board regarding programs or resources that benefit Buckfield residents. Its work helps connect community needs with available support and encourages a coordinated approach to local social services.

Current Members (5 Seats):

  • James Lowell, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Cami Warren, Expires June 30, 2028
  • Jennifer Lowell, Expires June 30, 2028

Buckfield-Sumner Swap Shop Ad Hoc Committee

The Buckfield-Sumner Swap Shop Ad Hoc Committee was established to help plan and support the development of a new Swap Shop at the Buckfield-Sumner Solid Waste Facility. The Committee works to identify practical options for the facility, coordinate volunteer efforts, seek donations of materials and services, and help develop a plan that minimizes or avoids the use of taxpayer funds. Its work supports waste reduction, reuse, and community participation by helping create a space where usable items can be exchanged rather than discarded.

Current Members (7 Seats):

  • Azalea Cormier, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Jennifer Lowell, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Jill Piper, Expires June 30, 2027
  • Mark Silber, Expires June 30, 2027
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