FAQs

Assessor

Am I getting all the exemptions that are possible for me?

How does the Assessor decide on the value of my property?

Can I come in and have my valuation reviewed?

Do I have to let the assessor see the interior of my house?

What can I do to have my taxes reduced?

Codes Enforcement

Where may I find Town Ordinances?

What type of permits are required and issued by the Code Office?

When is a building permit required?

How long does it take to get a building permit approved?

When is an electrical permit required?

Downeaster Train Center

Where can I buy a ticket?

What is the train schedule for Freeport and Brunswick?

What are the ticket prices?

Are reservations required?

Will there be a charge to park a car in Freeport and take the train?

Emergency Preparedness

What if I have a safety emergency or accident?

Finance Department

What is the required paperwork when registering a vehicle?

Does the Town of Freeport accept Visa, Mastercard or debit cards?

What is the current valuation on my property?

When are tax bills due?

When are property taxes collected in Freeport?

Fire / Rescue

Does Freeport Fire Rescue provide CPR training for the public?

Does the Fire Department Burn Buildings or Fields?

Does the Fire Department conduct Chimney and Woodstove Inspections?

I heard you have a non-emergency transportation program? And does our insurance cover that?

How do I call for an Emergency in Freeport?

Freeport Community Television

What programs are scheduled to play on FCTV at the moment?

How can I access past municipal meetings from my computer?

What does VOD mean?

How can I get my announcement on the FCTV message board?

How can I get a show on FCTV?

General Assistance

How can I apply for general assistance?

What do I need to do to qualify for general assistance?

What can general assistance assist with?

Can the town help me to secure housing?

What is workfare?

Home

Can I obtain a recording of a meeting?

How can I contact you there?

When is Town Hall open?

Is the town hiring?

Can I have any say in the budget process?

Library

What are the Library hours?

Where is the Town Library?

Marine Resources

How do I know if the clam flats are open or closed?

May I dig clams in Freeport without a town license?

What is the 2-inch law?

How do I obtain a Shellfish license in the Town of Freeport?

How do I know what areas are open for clamming?

Planning

If I want to a project / development in town, who will review it?

What rules regulate land use, construction, traffic, and other public activity in town?

If I want to a project/development in town, who should I contact?

Which Board will review my application?

When and where are meetings held?

Police

How do I appeal a parking ticket?

My house has been broken into, what should I do?

What do I do if I have hit a deer or other large animal?

How do I request a copy of a police report?

What number should I call in an emergency? In a non-emergency?

Public Works

A street light is burned out and needs to be fixed; who do I call?

I have a complaint about a road-related issue, such as potholes, signs, a traffic light, or plowing; who do I call?

Private road signs – How do I apply for a private road sign?

How do I get inert fill material for my property?

Who do I call when there is a dead animal in the road?

Recycling Facility

I have a question about trash disposal and recycling; who do I call?

Items Not Accepted - Where can I dispose of items that are not accepted, such as hazardous waste, household chemicals or paint?

Other Items - Are there other items I can dispose of for a fee?

Commercial Waste - Who provides commercial waste collection services?

How do I get there?

Schools in Freeport (RSU#5)

Who is in charge of the schools in Freeport?

How is the Regional School Unit (RSU) #5 budget set?

Sewer Department

Is public sewer available at my location?

Town Clerk

What hunting / fishing license does the town issue?

How can I obtain copies of birth, marriage, or death records?

How can I find out about a particular meeting and what is on the agenda?

How do I register to vote?

Where do I vote?

Town Council

Can I comment on the Council's proceedings?

Who is on the Town Council and how do I contact them?

Water Department

Is there public water available at my location?

Winslow Park and Campground

How can I reserve a campsite and how soon can I do so?

Canceling a Reservation?

What is the History of the park?

Can I bring my dog to the Park?

Are there any special events or activities at the Park?