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Everything you need to know about TIF
Published on July 19, 2023
Learn more about what TIF is and how they can be used to improve communities and attract businesses.www.cityofbath.com/tifs
Bath Police Officers Rescue Bald Eagle
Published on July 18, 2023
Bath Police Officer McIntire and Animal Control Officer McKnight responded to a report of a sick/injured bald eagle in north Bath. Officer McIntire was able to locate the eagle on Bayshore Rd. and saw that it was indeed ill and/or injured to some extent. The eagle was transferred to Avian Haven …
Actively Hiring across Departments
Published on July 17, 2023
We are currently hiring for several positions includingCemetery and Parks ForemanDowntown StewardParks StewardTruck DriverAssistant City ClerkFull job descriptions and applications available at cityofbath.com/jobs
Torii Gate Honors Sister City
Published on July 13, 2023
After months of meticulous planning, designing, and building the Shelter Institute was able to complete the installation of a traditional Japanese Torii gate in the new green space along Commercial Street. The gate serves as a recognition of the enduring sister city relationship between Bath, Maine…
Two new positions open in Parks & Rec
Published on July 12, 2023
Parks and Rec is actively looking to fill two newly created positionsDowntown Steward-(Full Time, Non-Union) This position is responsible for providing care and maintenance to Bath’s historic downtown. Daily work is primarily outdoors and includes landscaping, snow removal, cleaning, as well as be…
Four Small Sustainability Practices
Published on July 11, 2023
The Office of Sustainability and Enviroment released four easy steps to make sustainability part of your everyday.You can see all four steps and more information @cityofbathmaine.gov/foursteps
Sidewalk Rehabilitation Begins
Published on June 28, 2023
The City has begun a project to make repairs to sidewalks in poor condition. The Public Works Department recently conducted a bid process and the work was awarded to St. Laurent and Son, a contractor from Lewiston, Maine. Construction has begun 6/29The work includes the removal and replacement of e…
Heritage Days Full Schedule of Events
Published on June 27, 2023
Our biggest celebration of the year, circling around Independence Day. Free Waterfront Concerts, Art in the Park, Kids Day, Antique Car Show, Maine’s Largest Fourth of July Parade, Smokey’s Greater Shows Carnival, and Fireworks!This year our festival starts on Friday, June 30th and ends with Firewo…
Upcoming City Council Election
Published on June 26, 2023
A Season for Change- A Message from Councilor Phyllis BaileyIt has been my privilege to serve the people of Bath and especially Ward 1 on Bath’s City Council these past six years. I am looking forward to serving until the end of December, but am not planning to seek re-election. It is time to turn…
$1.75 million in Federal Funds
Published on June 26, 2023
Sen. Collins includes $1.75 million in federal funding for new Bath fire station (pressherald.com)Sen. Susan Collins last week announced she included $1.75 million for Bath’s new fire station in a federal spending bill.The money was part of nearly $14 million in funding Collins included in the Agri…