Public Safety

Animal Control

Learn about ordinances that affect your pet in the Town of Wells.

Child Safety Seats

The Wells Police Department has 2 certified Child Safety Seat Technicians.

Computer Crime Resource

Learn about computer crimes and how to report them.

Crime Prevention

Discover ways to protect yourself from becoming a victim of crime.

Emergency Management

Find resources available for emergency preparedness.

Emergency Medical Services

Fire Department

The Wells Fire Department has 3 stations located around the town to protect the community.

Police Department

The Police Department is the primary provider of law enforcement and related community service throughout the town.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Program

The Town of Wells has initiated a Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Program to benefit the citizens of Wells that are income challenged, which in many cases are elderly or those who have young children at home, to purchase the devices for life-safety protection.

Wells Lifeguards

Wells lifeguards watch over the tens of thousands of visitors to our 4 beautiful beaches from June through September.

Code Enforcement Office

Fire Danger Conditions

Review the current fire conditions within the State of Maine.

Outdoor Burning

Fire permits are required for all outdoor burning. Beach fires are not permitted in the Town of Wells except on Moody Beach. Special permits are given for large functions, lobster bakes, special festivals, and Town functions by approval of the Town Manager. Learn more here.