Property Tax Stabilization Program News Today

Rep. Ron Russell (D), Verona Island, said he has met with hundreds of older Mainers in his Downeast district. According to Russell, many of them are afraid they are going to be taxed out of their homes.

A memorial bench will be placed in the center of the village and a white oak planted in his honor.

Bonds for equipment and road work should be paid off over the next two years, according to the town manager, who then presented a five-year capital improvement plan to town councilors.

The state had promised communities 100% of revenues lost for the Property Tax Stabilization Program.

Maine State Revenue Services is requesting an additional $15 million in state supplemental budget.

Cities and towns are receiving 56% of expected reimbursements to offset losses from the Property Tax Stabilization Program for seniors

The message from town officials: "Don't panic."

Hundreds of Kittery senior citizens were either undercharged or overcharged. Here's what happened and what town leaders are doing about it.

It is great to see all the local travel and tourism activity. Let’s enjoy it right into the end of the season. Save up for winter.

This budget reflects the good faith negotiations and willingness to compromise among Democratic and Republican Appropriations Committee members.