Windsor select board discusses composting, animal control

Also review proposed improvements to local cemetery

by The Town Line staff

The Windsor Select Board discussed a variety of topics during its March 28 meeting, including a proposed composting project, the introduction of the town’s animal control officer, and improvements to the local cemetery.

The board heard a presentation by Emmett Appel and his classmates regarding a composting project for the Windsor Transfer Station. Appel and his team argued that composting could save the town money by reducing waste transport costs and provide residents with access to compost for personal use. No new equipment would be needed, and the transfer station’s backhoe could be used to move the compost pile. For a compost pile under 10,000 cubic yards, no permits or testing would be required. The select board thanked the presenters and said more discussion was needed.

In other news, Animal Control Officer Kim Bolduc-Bartlett introduced herself and provided her contact information for residents with questions or concerns. She also reported there were 37 unregistered dogs in Windsor. Animal Control can be reached at (207)242-5185.

State Representative Katrina Smith presented Theresa Haskell with a Spirit of America Foundation Award on behalf of the 131st Legislature and the people of Maine. The award recognizes Haskell’s contributions to promoting volunteerism and appreciation of community service.

Cemetery Sexton Joyce Perry requested that $4,000 be moved from the Cemetery Maintenance Budget line to help build a three-foot wall behind the Veterans Monument. The total cost of the wall is $9,610.65, with work expected to begin in June. The board unanimously approved the motion. Additionally, Dwight Tibbetts from Down East Brass plans to host a concert in August 2023 to raise funds for the Windsor Veterans Memorial.

During an RSU #12 update, Superintendent Howard Tuttle handed out a packet of information to the select board, emphasizing the importance of the district budget meeting on May 24, 2023, at Chelsea School.

A member of the public expressed frustration with the lack of online access to Windsor’s Policies & Ordinances and tax cards, a concern echoed by Joyce Perry, who said she was working on finding a solution.

Lastly, the board approved the names of three new roads in the Blueberry Haven subdivision, decided to reimburse residents Deborah Tanner and Richard Hanson for a transfer of excise tax issue, and agreed to keep the Windsor Town Office open during lunch hours starting April 3, 2023.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.