Nominations Papers for Various Candidates Available Starting Feb. 28, 2020

Deadline

The deadline for filing papers is April 10th, 2020.  

Filing Nomination Papers

Nomination Papers are available in the Town Clerks Office starting on February 28th, 2020

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June 9, 2020 Election Deadlines

ELECTION DEADLINES

June 9, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE

Date of Election:                                   &nb...

Town Manager Weekly Newsletter

Visit the Town Manager's web page to see his weekly Newsletters

Burn Permits no longer at Public Safety

To obtain a Burn Permit, be do so online using: www.WardensReport.com

Wells Ocean Rescue Now Hiring

Hiring Lifeguards for Summer 2020

Applicants must be 16 years or older.

CPR/ AED and Lifeguard Certifications through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.  Course may be conducted prior to season if necessary.

For more information pleas...

Sky Lanterns Illegal in Maine

Sky lanterns (often known as floating, paper or Chinese lanterns) are made from thin paper stretched on a frame. A candle or other fuel source is held in a holder in the frame, and the burning fuel provides heat and lifts the lantern into the air. These l...

Wells Swears In New Fire Chief, Mark Dupuis

On Monday, October 21st the Town of Wells swore in Mark Dupuis as the new Fire Chief. Chief Dupuis suceeds Chief Wayne Veter, who died this summer after a yearlong battle against lung cancer.

Wells to Swear In New Fire Chief

The Town of Wells will swear in the new Fire Chief on Monday, October 21st, 2019. Mark Dupuis will take an oath of office. The ceremony shall be held at the Town's new Public Safety Facility located on Route One at 9:30 AM.

Wells Honors Fire Chief Vetre after his passing

After a year long battle with lung cancer, Fire Chief Wayne Vetre passed away on Friday, July 5th, 2019 at a Boston hospital. The Town of Wells is planning to offer their thanks for his three years of service.

October is Fire Safety Month

The 8th of October is the anniversary of the day that the City of Chicago in 1871 burned for 27 hours. This was the first major conflagration in the United States. Three hundred people died; 90,000 people were left homeless and 17,400 structures were dest...

Temporary Vehicle Registrations - Letter for Private Sales

TEMPORARY REGISTRATION LETTER TO BE USED FOR PRIVATE SALES

Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles Notice

NOTICE:March 20, 2020

Please be aware that during this time of civil emergency, all Bureau of Motor Vehicle services will be delayed.

Motor vehicle and trailer registrations, including all temporary registrations and any fuel use decals that expir...

COVID 19 - Help for Small Businesses

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Maine is 200 years old

Maine is 200! And we’re celebrating all year long! 

There are many Maine200 events planned and all Town events will have a Maine 200 theme! 

See all Maine200 events, Shop Maine200 merchandise, and Donate to Maine200 at: www.Maine...

All Wells Beaches Closed Effective March 25th, 2020

Important Updates Regarding the Town of Wells and COVID-19

As part of our continued effort to contain the spread of COVID-19 and protect our community, the Town of Wells will be CLOSING ALL BEACHES to the public until further notice, effective Wednesday, M...

All Municipal Buildings Closing

Important Updates Regarding The Town of Wells and COVID-19:

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Town of Wells will be closing all municipal buildings, with the exception of essential services, until further notice (effective 3/23/2020 at 12:00pm EST)...

Town Manager Authorization Proclamation

DOCMUMENT: Town Manager COVID 19 Authorization Proclamation

Proclamation Declaring an Emergency on COVID 19 Pandemic

DOCUMENT: Proclamation Declaring an Emergency on COVID 19 Pandemic

Town of Wells COVID-19 Statement

Important Announcements Regarding the Town of Wells and COVID-19: 

The Town of Wells is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our community. In response to recent updates on COVID-19, the Town of Wells is now implementing containment ...

Burn Permits no longer at Public Safety

To obtain a Burn Permit, be do so online using: www.WardensReport.com

Review the Parking and Traffic Report

The Wells Parking and Traffic Committee has completed their Report, dated February 2020. Review the report for recommendations regarding parking, ordinance changes, barrier systems, traffic flow, way findings signs, beach use brochures and policies.

Citizen Guide to Wells - Volume 1, Issue 1 Now Available

Citizen Guide to Wells

View the Guide Book here.

Watch Meetings on Cable TV

Channels

Citizens with a Cable Box: the channel is 3 & 1302.  Citizens with Direct to a Digital TV, with QAM tuner: the channel is 121-2.

Schedule 

The schedule may change without notice or may deviate due to observed holidays. ...

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Wells Ocean Rescue Now Hiring

Hiring Lifeguards for Summer 2020

Applicants must be 16 years or older.

CPR/ AED and Lifeguard Certifications through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.  Course may be conducted prior to season if necessary.

For more information pleas...

Clam Licenses On-Sale

Sale starts November 26, 2019 at the Town Clerk's Office during regular office hours (8AM to 5PM).

Wells Harbor Jetty Camera

Watch a LIVE feed of the Wells Harbor here.

Volunteer

Volunteers are a vital and essential part of the Wells community. We currently have volunteers assisting on a number of Boards, Committees and Program.

Beach Parking Passes

Beach Parking Passes are needed from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through the Monday of Columbus Day.

Rental Facilities

Reserve a Town Facility for an upcoming event or function.

Parks & Recreation

The Wells Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of recreational programs for the community members of all ages.