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The Select Board continues to actively participate with Maine Municipal Association in voicing their opinions on legislative bills being proposed by the State Legislators. The Select Board is an active member of the Budget Advisory Committee for MSAD 6 and meets frequently with the Superintendent of Schools on issues that involve the Town. We continue to meet frequently with the staff of the Hollis Plant at Blue Triton-Poland Spring to resolve concerns voiced by the community and provide the residents of the Town with an opportunity to be heard. Blue Triton-Poland Spring continues to provide community support for projects throughout the Town. As the needs of the community increase, the Select Board has authorized the utilization of TIF funds for the purchase of a new fire truck, as well as a new ambulance to be delivered in the spring of 2024. The Town continues to offer an EMS Subscription Plan to all residents which allows them to utilize our ambulance services within the Town for a minimal fee.Thank you to the Town staff for assisting in the administration of this plan. The Select Board is an integral part of planning for the Hollis Community Day event as well as support for the Parks and Recreation Department’s After School Walking Program. The Select Board continues to explore opportunities to acknowledge contributions made by members of the community through submissions for the Spirit of America Awards; Annual Town Report Recognition; and special acknowledgement of a job well done through announcements at our board meetings. The Select Board continues to apply for grants available to provide additional services to the community as well as being an active liaison to all Town Boards and Committees. Through the support of our residents and grants, the Select Board can provide many programs and upgrades to its facilities at minimum cost to the community. The entire Select Board invests time and energy in obtaining bids and exploring alternatives to provide additional services to the community. Thank you to each of our residents for your continued and ongoing support. It is through the individuals that reside in the Town of Hollis and voicing concerns to us that we are able to make Hollis a great community to live in. All the members of the Select Board remain committed to making our future together shine!

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