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TOWN GOVERNMENT >> TOWN RECORDS Town Records Annual Financial Audits Ordinances as Amended Disbursement Warrants Select Board Meeting Minutes Planning Board Minutes Annual Reports Annual Meeting Minutes Annual Financial Audits Sorrento Audit 6-30-17 Sorrento Audit 6-30-18 Sorrento Audit 6-30-19 Sorrento Audit 6-30-20 Sorrento Audit 6-30-21 Sorrento Audit 6.30.22 Sorrento Audit 6-30-23 Sorrento Audit 6-30-24 Sorrento Audit 6-30-25 Annual Financial Audits Ordinances as Amended Animal Control Ordinance Sept 1997 Anti-Discrimination Ordinanace Sept 1998 Board of Appeals Ordinance reestablished Sept 2004 Cable Television Ordinance Oct 1988 Declaration of Disaster Ordinance Sept 1999 Fire Ordinance Apr 2006 Floodplain Management Ordinance May 2016 Frenchman Bay Regional Shellfish Conservation Interlocal Management Agreement 2026 General Assistance Ordinance - updated 10_18_23 Harbor Ordinance Oct 2022 Land Use Ordinance - 2016 Parking Ordinance Nov 23, 1994 Planning Board Ordinance reestablished Sept 2004 Prohibiting Retail Marijuana Establishments and Retail Marijuana Social Clubs Ordinance Sept 18, 2017 Restricting Vehicle Weight on Posted Ways Ordinance Mar 2003 Sewerage System Use Ordinance July 2000 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance June 2021 Solid Waste & Recycling Ordinance June 1993 Street Naming and Property Numbering Ordinance Amended June 8, 2021 Disbursement Warrants (see Municipal Government) Municipal Government Select Board Meeting Minutes (See Municipal Government) Municipal Government Planning Board Meeting Minutes 2025 Planning Board Meeting Minutes 2024 Planning Board Meeting Minutes 2023 Planning Board Meeting Minutes 2022 Planning Board Meeting Minutes Annual Reports Sorrento Annual Report 2025 Sorrento Annual Report 2024 Sorrento Annual Report 2023 Sorrento Annual Report 2022 Sorrento Annual Report 2021 Sorrento Annual Report 2020 Sorrento Annual Report 2019 Sorrento Annual Report 2018-1900: https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/towndocs-sorrento/index.html Annual Meeting Minutes 2018 Annual Meeting Minutes 2019 Annual Meeting Minutes 2020 Annual Meeting Minutes 2021 Annual Warrant Minutes 2022-10-17 Special Town Meeting Warrant with Minutes 2022-9-24 Annual Warrant with Minutes 2023-9-30 Annual Meeting Minutes 2024-7-17 Annual Meeting Minutes 2025-6-18 Annual Meeting Minutes

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> TOWN OFFICE & DEPARTMENTS >> ANIMAL CONTROL Animal Control Animal Control Officer : Pepper Mitchell (207) 664-3261 animal.control@sorrentomaine.org The animal control officer is responsible for handling Domestic animal complaints and issues. They enforce the Animal Control Laws of the State of Maine and the Town of Sorrento Animal Control Ordinance. They will respond to complaints about loose or stray domestic animals, and will deliver captured animals to the animal shelter (Small Animal Clinic, 9 Toothaker Lane, Ellsworth 207-667-2341). Dog Licenses See Town Clerk under Town Office & Departments https://apps1.web.maine.gov/online/dog_license/faq.html Lost & Found Pets See Lost & Found under Our Town & Resources Wild Animals: For issues with wild animals, please read the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife information provided at this link to determine what you should do. https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fish-wildlife/wildlife/living-with-wildlife/avoid-resolve-conflict/index.html

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> TOWN OFFICE & DEPARTMENTS >> TOWN CLERK Town Clerk Phone: 207-422-6889 FAX 207-422-3737 Email: townoffice@sorrentomaine.org 79 Pomola Avenue, Sorrento ME 04677 Town Clerk Sherri Tracey townclerk@sorrentomaine.org Deputy Clerk/Registrar of Voters Joanne Holmes townoffice@sorrentomaine.org Deputy Clerk/E911 Addressing Officer/Public Access Officer Maggi McCaw E911officer@sorrentomaine.org publicaccess@sorrentomaine.org Treasurer Danielle Berube townoffice@sorrentomaine.org SERVICES: Building and Plumbing Permits At the Town Office you may pick up forms for Building and Plumbing permits and return them to the office with the applicable fees. See more under Code Enforcement FOAA Requests Town of Sorrento Select Board approved a FOAA Policy Regarding Requests for Public Records at the 10/15/2025 meeting. All FOAA requests to access public documents will be honored by appointment only for adequate accessibility. See FOAA Policy above for complete instructions. Vital Records Intention of Marriage Application (VS2-A) State of Maine Department of Health and Human Services Intention of Marriage Application (VS2-A) License & Certificate of Marriage https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/public-health-systems/data-research/vital-records/documents/pdf-files/VS2.pdf Note: Vital Records (Marriage, Divorce, Birth & Death) can also be ordered through the State of Maine Office of Data, Research, and Vital Statistics | MeCDC | Maine DHHS Auto Registration Re-registering your auto can be done at the Town Office or online at State of Maine Rapid Renewal (Link https://apps1.web.maine.gov/online/bmv/rapid-renewal/ ). If you come in to the office, we will need the following: Proof of Vehicle Insurance Old Registration Mileage Purchased a new vehicle from a dealer? We will need: Blue Title Application Form Bill of Sale showing purchase price and sales tax Proof of Vehicle Insurance Current Mileage Private Sale purchases require: Bill of Sale with date, price, VIN, vehicle description, and signatures of both buyer and seller Title if vehicle is newer than 1995 Proof of Vehicle Insurance Current Mileage Transferring your auto registration from your vehicle to a new/newer vehicle requires that you MUST also bring in the registration of the vehicle you are transferring from. Moving from another state and registering a vehicle in Maine requires: Vehicle registration from previous state (Current) Proof of Vehicle Insurance in Maine Title if vehicle is newer than 1995 Current Mileage Lien holder information paperwork (if applicable) Please note: Vehicle registrations expire a year from when an auto is registered (unless you are transferring). Ellsworth branch BMV Hours are 8:00 - 4:30 M-F Phone: (207)667-9363 (available 8:30 - 4:30) FAX: (207) 667-0048 22 School Street, Ellsworth ME 04605 EXPIRATION DATES: TRAILERS: Can be registered for 1 or 2 years, same month, except over 2000 lb. Trailers expire in Feb. (1 or 2 years) BOATS: Expire Dec. 31st ATVs: Expire June 30th SNOWMOBILES: Expire June 30t MOTORCYCLES: Expire March 31 of every year, except antique Boat Registration All boats with motors and some other vessels must be registered. For more information on boating in Maine and how to register, pay excise tax and renew your registration, see: Fishing & Boating: Maine Dept of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife ATV/Snowmobile - IFW ATV & Snowmobile Registration | Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Hunting and Fishing in Sorrento Recreational/commercial fishing and hunting require licenses. Information can be found at the Town Office and permits can be applied for online. IFW Hunting & Fishing Licenses | Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Saltwater fishing: Maine Saltwater Recreational Fishing | Department of Marine Resources Commercial Fishing | Department of Marine Resources Inland fishing: Licenses & Permits: Fishing: Fishing & Boating: Maine Dept of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Hunting: Hunting Licenses and Permits: Laws & Rules: Hunting: Hunting & Trapping: Maine Dept of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Recreational Shellfish License Frenchman Bay Regional Shellfish Conservation The towns of Ellsworth, Franklin, Hancock, Lamoine, Sorrento, Sullivan, and Trenton act collaboratively as stewards to preserve, protect, manage, and enhance the shellfish resources and ecological well-being of the Frenchman’s Bay Region and to ensure a sustainable harvest of shellfish and opportunity for those who make their living on the tide. Recreational shellfish licenses are available for sale at the Sorrento Town Office. Commercial harvesters licenses must be purchased at the Franklin Town Office. 34 Main Street Franklin ME 04634 207 565-3663 https://www.franklinmaine.com/frenchmans-bay-shellfish/ Taxes Real estate or property taxes can be paid in person at the Town Office or by phone or through the mail. If you pay by credit card, there is a processing fee. Unpaid taxes after due date are subject to interest. Unpaid taxes after a designated date after commitment are subject to a property tax lien. See Property Taxes page for more info. Register to Vote/Absentee Voting Absentee ballots may be obtained in person at the Town Office or by writing or calling the Town Office. Notary Services are available in the Town Office. Dog Licensing All dogs kept within Sorrento town limits must be licensed for the coming year on or before January 1st. If you no longer own a dog that was registered last year, please email TownOffice@SorrentoMaine.org to update our records. M.R.S.A. Title 7, Sect. 3921 License Necessary: A dog may not be kept within the State, unless the dog has been licensed by its owner or keeper in accordance with the laws of this state. M.R.S.A. Title 7, Sect. 3922 Each owner or keeper of a dog at the age of 6 months or more, on or before January 1st of each year, shall obtain a license. 2. A Clerk may not issue a license for a dog until the applicant has filed with the clerk proof that the dog has been immunized against rabies. Late Fees: An owner or keeper required to license a dog under Section 3922, Subsection 1 or Section 3923-C, Subsection 1 and applying for a license for that dog after January 31st shall pay to the municipal clerk’s office, a late fee of $25.00 in addition to the annual license fee paid. As per the State, the town cannot waive late fees. New tags are available in the Sorrento town office. The 2024 fee is $6 for neutered/spayed… $11 for unaltered dogs. ***When licensing your dog in the town office, you must bring with you your dog’s rabies certificate showing the tag number and date of expiration and your certificate of proof of spay or neuter, unless these are current and already on file at the Town Office. Note: The State allows through the end of January to complete dog registrations. A state mandated late fee of $25 per dog is imposed effective February 1st. This fee cannot be waived by the municipality. All dogs must be on a leash or under their keeper’s voice control and may not run at large. Online licensing is available October 15th through January 31st (there is an additional $1 added to the fee that is used to develop, maintain, and enhance this online service as well as the State's official web portal Maine.gov , and Maine.gov online services like this one). This online service is operated without any state government funding. State of Maine Dog Licensing Online Purchasing & Renewal Service You will need to pick up your tags after registering, at the town office. Please bring your paid receipt.

RECREATION & FACILITIES >> OUTDOOR RECREATION Outdoor Groups & Camps Nature Trails: FBC - https://frenchmanbay.org/ Summer Programs: VIA - https://www.sorrentovia.org/ Camp Beechcliff - https://www.campbeechcliff.org/ O.W.L. - https://whrl.org/ Outdoor exercise programs year round: RSU24 https://rsu24.maineadulted.org/ Things to avoid: Wildlife and Invasive Species Browntail Moths The browntail moth is an invasive species found only on the coast of Maine and Cape Cod. This moth is an insect of both forest and human health concern. The browntail moth caterpillar has tiny poisonous hairs that cause dermatitis similar to poison ivy on sensitive individuals. People may develop dermatitis from direct contact with the caterpillar or indirectly from contact with airborne hairs. The hairs become airborne from either being dislodged from the living or dead caterpillar or they come from cast skins with the caterpillar molts. Most people affected by the hairs develop a localized rash that will last for a few hours up to several days but on some sensitive individuals the rash can be severe and last for several weeks. The rash results from both a chemical reaction to a toxin in the hairs and a physical irritation as the barbed hairs become embedded in the skin. Respiratory distress from inhaling the hairs can be serious. Caterpillars are active from April to late June. Hairs remain toxic throughout the summer but get washed into the soil and are less of a problem over time. For more information: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/vector-borne/browntail-moth/index.shtml Browntail Moth - Brochure https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mfs/forest_health/documents/browntail_moth_brochure.pdf Browntail Moths - FAQ’s https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mfs/forest_health/invasive_threats/browntail_moth_faqs.htm Ticks Maine has a variety of ticks that can carry diseases capable of infecting humans and pets. Residents of this lush, wooded state should always be careful when spending time outdoors. Ticks are not only found in the wild but can be found in homes, on clothing, on family pets, on horses, or on local walking trails. Always perform a tick check on yourself, loved ones and pets to spot any ticks that may have latched on after spending any amount of time outdoors. Early detection and removal is essential to preventing an infection. What Kind of Ticks are in Maine? There are fifteen different types of ticks in Maine.The three most common types of ticks found in Maine are the American Dog Tick, the Blacklegged (Deer) Tick, and the Woodchuck / Groundhog Tick. For more information: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/vector-borne/train-trainer/Companion.pdf Wild Parsnip Wild, or poisonous, parsnip is an invasive plant that grows abundantly along roadsides and in open fields throughout Maine. The foliage resembles celery leaves, but its umbels of small yellow flowers distinguish it from other plants. You should never eat wild parsnip and you should never touch it with bare hands because it could cause a painful skin reaction. It contains the toxin furanocoumarins, which can cause severe skin burns and blisters. This action is particularly true when the plants are exposed to sunlight. https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/features/invasive_plants/pastinaca_sativa.pdf

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OUR TOWN & RESOURCES >> HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CLINICS Hospitals & Medical Clinics Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital https://northernlighthealth.org/Our-System/Maine-Coast-Hospital 50 Union Street Ellsworth, Maine 04605 207-664-5311 888-645-8829 Northern Light Primary Care, Gouldsboro Eleanor Widener Dixon Memorial Clinic 37 Clinic Road Gouldsboro, Maine 04607 Phone: 207-963-4066 Fax: 207-963-7723 ConvenientMD Urgent Care https://convenientmd.com/locations/ellsworth-me-urgent-care/ 235 High Street Ellsworth, Maine 04605 207-412-5200 207-412-5201 Mount Desert Island Hospital https://www.mdihospital.org/ 10 Wayman Lane Bar Harbor, Maine 04609 207-288-5081

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT >>SELECT BOARD MEETING 2021 2021 01-06 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 01-20 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 02-03 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 02-17 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 03-03 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 03-17 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 04-07 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 04-21 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 05-05 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 05-19 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 5-26 Public Hearing Minutes.docx.pdf 2021 06-02 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 6-08 Election minutes.docx.pdf 2021 06-16 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 07-07 Select Board Meeting-AMENDED.docx.pdf 2021 07-21 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 08-04 Select Board Meeting edited.docx.pdf 2021 08-18 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 09-01 Select Board Meeting edited.docx.pdf 2021 09-15 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 10-06 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 10-20 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf 2021 11-03 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 11-17 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 12-01 Select Board Meeting-Amended.docx.pdf 2021 12-15 Select Board Meeting.docx.pdf

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> PROPERTY TAXES Property Taxes Property taxes, also known as real estate taxes, are assessed and due every year. Taxes paid after the due date will be assessed an interest rate. Taxes unpaid after a determined amount of time after commitment will be subject to a property tax lien. If you are able, please pay your taxes in full as soon as possible after you get your bill. It helps the town avoid taking out a TAN (tax anticipation note) to pay our bills. Property Taxes Information Property Tax Exemption Application Forms Marc Perry - Assessor Tax Maps 2019 Tax Commitment Books Anchor 1 Property Tax Exemption Application Forms Homestead Exemption The homestead exemption provides a reduction of up to $25,000 in the value of your home for property tax purposes. To qualify, you must be a permanent resident of Maine, the home must be your permanent residence, you must have owned a home in Maine for the twelve months prior to applying and an application must be filed on or before April 1 with the municipality where the property is located. The exemption applies to any residential property that is assessed as real property. For instance, a mobile home located on a rented lot may qualify for the exemption. Homestead Exemption Application (PDF) Homestead Exemption FAQs: https://www.maine.gov/revenue/faq/homestead-exemption-program Renewable Energy Investment Exemption This program exempts renewable energy equipment, such as solar panels, from property tax beginning April 1, 2020. Taxpayers must apply for credit by April 1st of the first year the exemption is requested. Renewable Energy Investment Exemption Application (PDF) Veteran Exemption - A veteran who served during a recognized war period and is 62 years or older; or, is receiving 100% disability as a Veteran; or, became 100% disabled while serving, is eligible for $6,000. Veteran Exemption Application (PDF) Flowchart of Veteran's Exemption Qualifications (PDF) In 2022, the Maine Legislature enacted an expanded benefit for veterans through the Property Tax Fairness credit. While this benefit is based on the property tax paid by veterans, the benefit is administered through the individual income tax. For more information, see the Property Tax Fairness credit. Paraplegic Veteran - A veteran who received a federal grant for a specially adapted housing unit may receive $50,000. Veteran Exemption Application (PDF) Blind Exemption - An individual who is determined to be legally blind receives $4,000. Blind Exemption Application (PDF) Business Equipment Tax Exemption - 36 M.R.S. §§ 691 - 700-B . More Information Partial exemptions must be adjusted by the municipality's certified assessment ratio. All of the above exemptions require completion of an application to the local town office where the property is located. Exemption claims may require additional information to support the claim for exemption, and must be delivered to the Assessor's office no later than April 1. Marc A. Perry, Assessor A true Mainer, Marc has been a licensed Certified Maine Assessor (CMA #814) since 2008 and a practicing Realtor in the Mount Desert Island (MDI), Ellsworth and Downeast Maine real estate markets since 2001. He is the sole owner of Downeast Assessing and Real Estate Services, Downeast Revaluation Services dba Downeast Reval and Owner/Designated Broker of Schoodic Realty. Marc says, “My real estate experience affords me another perspective to better understanding market value, market trends and property information/data collection, which makes me a more effective Assessor.” Marc is a graduate of University of South Florida in Tampa (1992) with a degree in Criminal Justice having worked for U.S. Customs Service (Enforcement) as well as U.S. Attorney Office (Tampa), before finding his way into telecommunication sales as a commercial account executive and ultimately real estate sales and assessing. Marc lives in Lamoine with his daughter Lucille “Lucy” and enjoys hiking & mountain biking around Acadia National Park as well as camping, kayaking, golfing, tennis & home renovation projects whenever time permits. Marc says, “I always welcome the opportunity to discuss real estate and assessing rules, laws, trends, practices and principles to any property owner at any time who may have questions or concerns about any of it as well as taking the time to explain to anyone, ‘how it all works’.” Marc Perry - Assessor downeastassessing@gmail.com (207) 460-9949 Applications & Forms Assessor’s Notice GIS, Parcel & Tax Maps Personal Property Taxes Business Personal Property Taxes are levied against all furniture, fixtures, computers, software, machinery and equipment of business assets. The tax rate is the same rate as applied to taxable real estate. Real Estate Taxes Property Tax Bills Tax Relief State Property Tax Deferral: https://www.maine.gov/revenue/taxes/tax-relief-credits-programs/property-tax-relief-programs/deferral-program Homestead Exemption Program: https://www.maine.gov/revenue/faq/homestead-exemption-program Property Tax Exemptions: https://www.maine.gov/revenue/taxes/tax-relief-credits-programs/property-tax-relief-programs/property-tax-exemptions Revaluations Reavaluations - Understanding the process & the myths https://www.maine.gov/revenue/sites/maine.gov.revenue/files/inline-files/revalbrochure.pdf TAX COMMITMENT BOOKS 2025 Tax Commitment Book 2024 Tax Commitment Book 2023 Tax Commitment Book 2022 Tax Commitment Book 2021 Tax Commitment Book 2020 Tax Commitment Book 2019 Tax Commitment Book 2018 Tax Commitment Book

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> PROPERTY TAXES >> 2018 PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION sorrento maine 2018 valuation book cover.docx sorrento maine 2018 re valuation reports.pdf sorrento maine 2018 re tax bills.pdf sorrento maine 2018 pp valuation reports.pdf sorrento maine 2018 pp tax bills.pdf 11 sorrento maine 2018 list by map lot.pdf 10 sorrento maine 2018 list by location.pdf 09 sorrento maine 2018 pp valuation reports.pdf 08 sorrento maine 2018 billing process.pdf 07 sorrento maine 2018 re assessment analysis.pdf 06 sorrento maine 2018 tree growth list.pdf 05 sorrento maine 2018 re audit of exempt billing amounts.pdf 04 sorrento maine 2018 pp commitment book.pdf 03 sorrento maine 2018 re commitment book.pdf 02 sorrento maine 2018 mvr.pdf 01 sorrento maine 2018 assessors' certification.pdf

OUR TOWN & RESOURCES >> CHURCHES Church of the Redeemer, Sorrento Sunday Worship Services — 10 AM (July & August) We welcome you, wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, to join us! 60 Bayview Avenue, Sorrento between the tennis courts and Mt. Desert Avenue Services; Sundays 10am, July and August Tuesdays 9-10am: book group in rectory living room (details TBD) July, 2024 minister: the Rev. Benjamin Maas August, 2024 minister: the Rev. Matthew Hanisian Join our Redeemer information sharing list or request information for a special service. Send your names and emails to: Celi Putnam, chair cbputnam@gmail.com Claire Chafee Bahamon, secretary ccbaha1@gmail.com Harriet Smith, treasurer harrietfsmith10@gmail.com Contacts for other church committees: Christine Wellman, chair of rectory committee ctwellman@verizon.net Peter Seterdahl, chair of building committee petersederdahl@gmail.com Sally Wise, landscaping committee sallyw160@gmail.com Peter Hunt, memorial garden peterhunt038@gmail.com Sorrento Community Church The Sorrento Community Church By – Tobey Connor - SSHS The historic Sorrento Community Church is a simple single-room place of worship located on East Side Road in Sorrento which remains open to the public due the care of generous volunteers and community members. When Waukeag Point was still part of the Town of Sullivan, the church was known as the Sullivan Point Union Meeting House. It had been in existence since at least 1859, when a record indicating Lyman M. Bragdon et al as the Building Committee deeded a pew to John White and Jonathan White in November of that year. There are some references to it as the Union Church of that area during that time. Years later, W.H. Lawrence began developing the area and purchased the original pews from the church in 1895, as it had fallen out of use. In the 1930s, the community raised funds to bring the church back into use, and it was renovated in 1935. Through 1946 at least, it hosted a regular congregation numbering anywhere from 15 to 55 people and had an active Sunday School. Upkeep and maintenance were done entirely by the community. Membership waxed and waned, and it was used by the United Methodist Church in the 1950s and 1960s. It was during this time that Rev. Margaret Henrichsen was assigned to the area by the Methodists and the Community Church was among her circuit of Sunday stops she highlighted in her book Seven Steeples. The Hale family had long been involved with the church, with Lillian Hale spearheading the revival effort in the 1930s. In the 1980s another reclamation effort was made thanks to a generous donation from a local family, and Michael Parker was hired to restore the interior. From Lelia Clark Johnson’s book Sullivan and Sorrento since 1760, we know the builders of the church to be: Benjamin Preble, b.1798 Lyman Bragdon, 1811-1901 Oliver Bragdon, 1826-1919 Newell Bragdon, 1817-1891 Fabins Downing, 1793-1884 Richard Downing Samuels Ingalls (deacon), 1800- Willard Hall, 1821- Jonathan White, 1821- John Stover, 1825- Asa White, 1800- Nathan White, 1806- The Census of 1860 has the above men and their families in the same 3 pages, living nearby, so it makes sense that it would have been built in the late 1850s. Lydia (Arey) Bragdon, wife of Oliver, donated a handsome Bible for use in the church, which was rediscovered by community members in the building. Johnson’s book also mentions that a hymnal was dedicated to the Sorrento Community Church in honor of its builders and old resident families. First Families of Waukeag Neck (Sorrento): Benjamin Ash, James Bean, John Bean, Ebenezer Bragdon, Joseph Bragdon, Richard Downing, Samuels Ingalls, William Ingalls, Moses Bragdon, John Hammond, John Preble, Nathanial Preble, Samuel Preble, Daniel Sullivan, Jabez Simpson, John Urann, John White, Benjamin Welch. “They rest their labors, but their works do follow them.”

RECREATION & FACILITIES >> GOLF COURSE Blink Bonnie Golf Links 89 East Side Road 207-422-3930 https://www.sorrentovia.org/golf Golf Course Operating on honor system or pay online below! Wednesdays at 4:00 PM: Twilight Scramble Fridays at 4:00 PM: Senior Flat Five Scramble (55+) Sundays at 10 AM: Scramble Established in 1916, Blink Bonnie is a rare jewel on the rugged Maine coast. This open, links-style, 9-hole walking course, with its manicured bentgrass greens and stunning views of Flanders Bay, is open to the public seven days a week. Alternate tee box locations offer golfers diverse nine-hole options, promising a unique golf experience with every outing. Daily Rates Mon-Friday $25 all-day, $15 after 5 pm Sat & Sun $30, $15 after 5 pm Pull carts $5 Greens Fees and Cart Rentals can NOW BE PAID ONLINE at https://www.sorrentovia.org/golf. We operate on the honor system. If you are unable to pay online, and when the golf shop is not open, please put cash or check in an envelope and put that through the mail slot.

TOWN GOVERNMENT >> TOWN OFFICE & DEPARTMENTS >> FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Department Fire Chief/Road Commissioner/Public Safety Officer: Joey Clark 207-812-2208 terms expire 2025 firechief@sorrentomaine.org BURN PERMITS You are required by Maine law to have a permit to burn, even for a small pile of grass clippings or leaves. A Forestry Warden will be called if you burn without a permit, possibly resulting in you being summonsed to court and fined. Traditional hand-written burn permits are still available, but the state online system allows permits to be acquired 24 hours a day, seven days a week, throughout the state, provided that the fire danger is not high. For more information, call 207-287-4989. The person who signs the fire permit is responsible for the fire. Do not leave any fire unattended. To obtain a burn permit online contact: visit www.maineburnpermit.com. Or you can contact: Joey Clark, Fire Chief 207-812-2208 Brian Clement, Deputy Chief 207-460-4772 Mike Parker, Asst. Chief 207-460-7340 Chris Eklund, Asst. Chief 207-610-2794 Craig Clement, Chief Engineer 207-460-8851 Required for burning: **at least two adults to attend the burn, **some form of water supply and hand tools must be on hand, **and it is recommended you have a cellular phone or other communication device to call for assistance should the fire escape. YOU are responsible to see that the fire is out before leaving. NOTE: BURNING TRASH IS ILLEGAL!! State Laws (12 MRSA 9321-25) governing the backyard burning of household trash are enforced by the Maine Forest Service. If you think someone is burning trash please call (207) 973-3700 immediately! 24 hours/day, 7 days a week.