Welcome to Stetson...

Welcome to Stetson, Maine! A small town with just over 1,000 residents, Stetson has always taken pride in its strong rural character. Located 17 miles west of Bangor, people originally came to settle here because of the scenic beauty, excellent farmland after it was cleared, and an abundance of lumber. Natural resources including forestland, abundant wildlife, wetlands, water resources and unique natural areas contribute greatly to the quality of life. At six miles square, Stetson continues to provide open space and recreational activities such as fishing, snowmobiling, hunting, canoeing, horseback riding and cross-country skiing. Pleasant Lake, located entirely within the town's borders, is a scenic 798 acre lake known for its excellent fishing and clean water. A scattering of camps and homes around its seven miles of shoreline have not detracted from its beauty or character. A second source of community pride is our historic Stetson Meetinghouse. Located in the center village, this beautiful building continues to serve as a gathering place for town meetings, public functions and community dinners.

While Bangor is the economic/employment center of the area, Stetson has taken on the identity of a bedroom - type community. Although experiencing moderate population growth, the town continues to maintain a rural, relaxed, yet active community atmosphere. Town government has always had the good fortune to have strong and conscientious leadership. Stetson has a history of fiscal responsibility, a relatively stable tax rate and maintains a capacity for growth. While welcoming such growth, Stetson continues to encourage safeguards and goals for protecting its natural resources and quality of life features well into the future.

 

Hunting & Fishing
Licenses Online

Register
Atv/Snowmobile
Online

Upcoming Events and Reminders


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Tuesdays Trash Pickup

Trash must be out for pickup by 6:30am Tuesday mornings. **Reminder: It is the responsibility of the resident to take care of the trash totes.  The black pins holding the cover on have been known to come out resulting in lost covers during dumping. Please inspect the tote to insure the pins are secure. Contact the Town Office if you are missing or have a faulty pin.

 Attention: If your trash can is overloaded or trash is beside the can your trash will not be picked up. Damaged trash cans due to overloading will not be replaced by the town or the trash company.

Proposed Food Sovereignty Ordinance click here

Final Proposed Comprehensive Plan click here

 

ATV Renewal Registrations

Per Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, ATV renewal registrations must be done through the State of Maine's online service, please use the following link.
Click Here:  https://apps1.web.maine.gov/online/atv_snow/index.htm

Upcoming Events

Stetson Days will be on Saturday, August 1

Fire Department

The Town of Stetson’s Fire Department is presently covered by the Town of Levant and Northern Light Rescue.

Selectmen’s Meetings

          2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month.  We welcome and appreciate your questions and participation.

          Animal Control Officer

          Proper procedure if finding a stray animal:
Please contact Danielle Withee, ACO 207-745-1130 instead of posting on Facebook. This ensures the pet/animal gets the proper care and/or attention needed, whether it be reunited with the owner or taken to the animal shelter. Thank you.

Code Enforcement Officer

Every Thursday from 5 pm -7 pm
Please walk past the Town Office and down the hallway to his
office.  He will assist you with Building & Plumbing Permits.

Assessing Agent

Maine Assessment & Appraisal Services Inc.
3rd Friday of the month
8:00am to 3:30pm

Planning Board Meetings: 3rd Thursday of each month as required. Town Office Boardroom 7:00pm

Town of Stetson is seeking:

PLANNING BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS
BOARD OF APPEALS COMMITTEE MEMBERS
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE MEMBERS

If interested contact Stetson Town Office 296-3232

If you wish to request Vital Statistic Records at Town Office

(birth - death - marriage)

(please bring proof of ID and linage)

Stetson Town Office is located at: 394 Village Road
Stetson Town Office mailing address is: 394 Village Road Stetson, ME 04488
(misaddressed mail will be returned to sender by the post office)

If you need information about General Assistance or need to apply CLICK HERE.

Selectboard News

As we begin a new fiscal year, we would like to thank everyone who participated in this year's municipal election. A special thank you goes to our dedicated poll workers who spend many long hours ensuring our elections are conducted fairly, accurately, and efficiently. Their commitment and hard work are essential to the success of our democratic process, and we greatly appreciate their service.

We are pleased to welcome David Cyr as a new member of the Board of Selectmen, and we congratulate Jody Lyford on being reelected to continue serving the residents of our town. We look forward to working together to serve our community in the coming year. We would also like to congratulate Jodi Brasslett, who will continue her service on the School Board.

We are also pleased to announce that the Town has been awarded an Ed MacDonald Safety Grant from the Maine Municipal Association Workers' Compensation Fund in the amount of $1,977.29. These grants provide financial assistance to member communities for the purchase of safety equipment designed to reduce workplace injuries and improve employee well-being.
The grant funds will be used to purchase ergonomic and safety-related equipment for Town employees. We extend a special thank you to Lisa for her efforts in applying for and securing this grant on behalf of the Town.

Plans are underway for approximately two miles of paving on Brown Road, Wolfboro Road, and Coboro Road. Bids were recently received, and the project has been awarded to B&B Paving. We appreciate your patience during construction and look forward to the improvements these road projects will bring.

As summer arrives, we encourage everyone to take advantage of the warmer weather and enjoy time with family, friends, and neighbors. Be sure to mark your calendars for Stetson Day on Saturday, August 1. It is always a wonderful opportunity to volunteer, participate in community activities, and connect with fellow residents.

Please note that the Town Office will be closed from June 30 through July 3 for fiscal year-end closeout, staff vacations, and the Independence Day holiday.

We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer.

Respectfully submitted by your Board of Selectmen

 

       NOTICE
New Hours for Window Service at the Stetson Post Office
Facility Retail Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00am to 12:00pm  

Saturday - 7:30am to 11:00am

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