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
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Upcoming Events and Reminders
TOWN OF STETSON
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS:
The Stetson Town Office will open for regular hours and to the public with enforcing the 6 foot distancing starting Monday June 8th. We will allow 1 resident in the office at a time with 2 in the entry way at 1 time. For the residents convenience we welcome appointments. Appointments will be considered first. We also recommend a mask be worn for the safety of all. It has been a trying time for all of us and we appreciate your patience during this transition.
June 10, 2020 Public Hearing on proposed 2020/2021 Budget and Update on Status of Fire Department/ Selectmen’s Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
June 16, 2020 Meet the Candidates night at 7:00 p.m.
July 14, 2020 Elections, both state and municipal from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
July 18, 2020 Annual Town Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Please note that all meetings are subject to change per the Govenor’s order.
Town of Stetson is seeking:
PLANNING BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS
BOARD OF APPEALS COMMNITTEE MEMBERS
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE MEMBERS
If interested contact Stetson Town Office 296-3232
VOLUNTEER FIRE FIGHTERS
If interested contact Stetson Fire Department 296-3900
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: P.O. Box 85 Stetson, ME 04488
( misaddressed mail will be returned to sender by the post office )
| 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 11:15am
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SELECTMEN NEWS
Greetings from your Board of Select persons.
Hello Everyone,
It’s the time of year when we are all anxious for spring weather to be here. The docks were set
ahead for daylight savings time and we are enjoying an extra hour of daylight.
The Community Center is coming along, Several events are planned for the next couple of months.
It’s budget time of year with meetings being scheduled. The next one will be held Wednesday
March 18th at 10:00 o’clock. The public is welcome to attend.
-We have two selectperson spots to be filled this spring. Papers are available at the town
office.
-We have discussed taking out a loan for the possible paving of our dirt roads.
- We have discussed going in with the Levant Fire Department.
No decisions have been made. Ifany recommendations are made, you the residents will be voting on them at the town meeting or at elections on a referendum question.
This winter has been unusual. Snow, rain, and ice storms caused a Jot of havoc with the roads.
Mostly because of the ice storms, Stetson and some surrounding towns needed to purchase more
sand and salt.
We thank the regulars who come to the Selectmen’s meetings. We appreciate your questions and
participation.
Thank you
Respectfully submitted,
Board of Selectmen