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Notes From The Council

September is a time of transition here on Chebeague. Summer families with kids go back home to get ready for school. On the island, the 7 am boat returns to bring our kids back to school. They are all a little taller and a little wiser, ready to start again. Sadly, the hubs of summer—the Rec Center and Library—will quiet down. Here at the Council, we are thankful to those who continue to support our programs so that we can support our neighbors. Thanks to the non-profits who kept up the decades-long tradition of taking on a week’s worth of shifts at the Chedemption shed. Last year we shipped 2,100 Clynk bags off the island, thereby removing over 34,000 lbs. from our waste stream. As we prepare for the cooler months, we are thankful to those who generously donate to our fuel fund. Last winter we assisted 13 households. Unfortunately, we spent more for

fuel than we took in. This winter we will help families needing sustained assistance with referrals to LIHEAP through Maine Housing and programs to assist with energy efficiency and weatherization. We will also place a cap of $1,000 on the amount of fuel supplied to households. This should allow the Council to help all neighbors in need of assistance, as the program was intended. Schoolhouse Seconds is going strong again this year. The amazing volunteers have sorted, displayed, and sold household items, clothes, artwork, jewelry, puzzles, games, and books. The funds raised go back into Council programs and towards the upkeep of the building. Norah Alper is our nurse at the Wellness Center. She is here every other Wednesday morning for drop in visits and blood draws. Happy September!

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SEPTEMBER 2024 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR

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