Welcome To The Town Of Sidney, Maine
2010 Census Population: 4,208 - Number of parcels: 1,900 - Taxable Acres: 30,000
Land Area: 31,014 - Bog/Swamp: 760
Sidney, a fast-growing, picturesque central Maine town of just over four thousand people, is located between Augusta and Waterville along the west side of the Kennebec River. Sidney was settled in the 1760's as part of Vassalboro and was incorporated as a town on January 30, 1792. The town was named for Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) who was English poet, courtier and soldier, and is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan Age.
Once an agricultural community known especially for its production of hay and apples, Sidney is still home to working farms and retains its rural character. Sidney's original nineteen schoolhouses have been replaced by the highly respected James H. Bean Elementary School that is part of the Messalonskee School District. Bordered on the west by Messalonskee Lake, Sidney is a welcoming community that offers recreational opportunities, successful businesses, an excellent education for its children, and friendly neighbors!
Comprehensive Planning
The Town of Sidney is embarking on a 2-year Comprehensive Planning Process. This document will help guide the Town of Sidney for the next 12 years. Postcards are available at the town office. Please take one and mail it back to us, or fill it out at the counter and put it in the suggestion box. You can also submit your information online on our Comprehensive Planning Committee Page. We appreciate your contact info! We want as many residents of Sidney involved as possible!
Our next CHPC meeting will be Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019; 5:30pm; Town Office.
Heat Fund Donations Being Accepted!
There are many residents that have come upon hard times and are in need of heating aid. These people are employed and they generally are not eligible for General Assistance. By the generosity of those in better circumstances these families can be helped by the Town of Sidney Heat Fund. In order to keep this fund available we are asking for your help in donating what you can. Please make the check out to Town of Sidney and mail to 2986 Middle Road, Sidney, ME 04330 or stop by the Town Office and drop off what you can. We thank you in advance for your generosity.
Upcoming Events
JANUARY
The Sidney Town Office will be CLOSED on Monday, January 20, 2020
in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr Day.
The Selectboard will hold a meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2020
beginning at 6:30 pm.
The Code Enforcement Officer will be in his office on Tuesday, January 21, 2020
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
**All new registrations/transfers must be completed a half-hour before close**
Nomination papers are currently available for the following Elected Officials positions:
One - 2 year term for Selectperson, Assessor, Overseer of the Poor
One - 3 year term for Selectperson, Assessor, Overseer of the Poor
One - 3 year term for RSU#18 School Board Director
Nomination papers require not less than 25 nor more than 100 signatures from registered Sidney voters. Papers are due for signature verification by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. elected Officials will be voted by secret ballot on Friday, March 27, 2020.
See Clerk's Office if interested.
Dogs must be licensed for the 2020 year by 4:30 pm on Friday, January 31, 2020 to avoid the $25.00 per dog late fee. (Altered dogs $6.00 each; Unaltered dogs $11.00 each)
2019 Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes must be paid in full by 4:30 pm on Friday, January 31, 2020 to avoid having your name listed in the unpaid section of the Town Report.
FEBRUARY
The Sidney Town Office will be CLOSED for business on Monday, February 3, 2020
to close books for fiscal year end.
The Sidney Town Office will be CLOSED on Monday, February 17, 2020
in observance of Presidents' Day.
The Selectboard will hold a meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2020
beginning at 6:30 pm.
The Code Enforcement Officer will be in his office on Tuesday, February 18, 2020
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
**All new registrations/transfers must be completed a half-hour before close**