Welcome to the Town of Sidney, Maine
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 Sidney's original nineteen schoolhouses have been replaced by the highly respected James H. Bean Elementary School that is part of the Messalonskee School District.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!
2020 Census Population: 4,645
Number of parcels: 1,900
Taxable Acres: 30,000
Land Area: 31,014
Bog/Swamp: 760
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PUBLIC HEARING - WINTER ROAD CLOSINGS
The Board of Selectmen will be hosting a Public Hearing on August 18th, 2025 to discuss roads that will be closed to winter maintenance. Hearing Agenda will be available soon!
UPCOMING CLOSURES 2025
The Town Office, Public Works and the Transfer Station will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. The Road Crew will be on vacation July 4th through July 11th the Garage...
VOTING RESULTS FROM 6/10/2025
Shall an ordinance entitled "Fire and Rescue Cost Recovery Ordinance of the Town of Sidney, Maine" be enacted? Yes - 102 No - 27 Blank -1 Shall an ordinance entitled "Town of Sidney Fire/Rescue...
LOGO CONTEST!
We’re rebranding, and we want YOU to be part of it! It’s time to design our brand-new logo, and we’re looking for the perfect creative touch! How to Enter: Create your best logo design that defines...
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...
Upcoming Events
14 Jul 2025; 05:00PM - 08:00PM Code Enforcement |
14 Jul 2025; 06:30PM - Select Board Meeting |
21 Jul 2025; 06:30PM - Select Board Meeting |
21 Jul 2025; 07:00PM - Planning Board Meeting |
28 Jul 2025; 06:30PM - Select Board Meeting |

