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?

Complete Streets Committee

How is the Downtown Visioning work connected to Complete Streets?

What is Connect Freeport and how is it connected to Complete Streets?

How is Active Living connected to Complete Streets?

I have a concern about traffic or signage on my street? Who do I contact?

How Can I Participate in Complete Streets Projects?

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?

FCTV3

How do I install Freeport TV3 on my Android or iOS device?

How can I get my community event recorded for television?

How do I install FCTV3 on my Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV or Roku device?

What programs are scheduled to run on FCTV?

How can I access past municipal meetings from my computer?

Finance Department

What is the current valuation on my property?

When are property taxes collected in Freeport?

What is the required paperwork when registering a vehicle?

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

When are tax bills due?

Fire / Rescue

How do I get a Burn Permit?

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?

How do I call for an Emergency in Freeport?

General Assistance

What if I disagree with the decision of the administrator?

What is workfare?

Can the General Assistance Administrator help me to secure housing?

What can general assistance assist with?

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

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

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

Does the Town notify residents prior to work being done within the Town's ROW when the ROW abuts their property?

How do I get inert fill material for my property?

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?

Recycling Facility

Commercial Waste - Who provides commercial waste collection services?

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?

How do I get there?

RSU#5 (Freeport, Pownal & Durham) Schools and Community Programs

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

I will be out of town on Election Day, how do I vote?

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?

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: The campground will begin to take reservations April 3rd, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

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?