oct13 - Fryeburg Business Association

Town Department Heads
State Senator:
Jim Hamper...................... 287-1505
State Representative:
Helen Rankin....................625-4620
Selectmen:
Tom Klinepeter..................935-2107
Rick Eastman...................542-6822
Paul Naughton.................935-4273
Town Manager:
(treasurer & Tax Collector)
Sharon Jackson................935-2805
Town Clerk:
Theresa Shaw...................935-2805
Public Works Director
(Road Com & Transfer Station)
Gary Whitten.....................935-2772
Police Chief:
Phillip Weymouth..............935-3323
Fire Chief:
Richard "Ozzie" Sheaff.....935-2615
Fryeburg Rescue:
Steve Goldsmith............... 935-3024
Recreational Depart:
Rick Buzzell......................935-3933
Code Enforcement Officer:
Katie Haley........................935-2805
Animal Control Officer:
Kathleen Hathaway..........935-3197
Eastern Slope Airport:
David Cullinan..................935-4440
Fryeburg Library:
Donnette Barnes.............935-2731
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F RY E B U RG T OW N M AT T E R S
An Open Letter to the Town of Fryeburg
Privately owned & published by Business Enhancements. All rights reserved.
Fryeburg Taxes Rise Nearly 10 Percent.... What can we do??
This is not only an appeal but an invitation. It is a shout-out to those who spend hours and hours
of unpaid time to make the town of Fryeburg, Maine a better place. Fryeburg Business
Association is a perfect example of people working hard to better our community, not only
without pay but often reaching into their own pockets to build a stronger, better community for all
of us. They can’t do it alone so I ask that we all step up and get involved in a solution to our
financial crisis. It’s our responsibility to pay attention and take action.
There are two ways to mitigate the tax situation:
• We can cut the cost of government, thereby reducing the tax rate. When things get financially
tough we all look for ways to cut back. It requires a level of sacrifice, prioritizing, and number
crunching. At home it means not eating out so much or watching a movie on television rather
than the theatre, or making that old car last another year. For the town this may mean modifying
services, pulling in on the spending, working more efficiently and cutting back on hours and/or
staff. It may mean running the town within a set budget rather than increasing the taxes to meet
wanted spending. It does not mean sacrificing the services that are essential for protecting the
public but perhaps re-evaluating the needs verses the wants could be enlightening and cost
effective. It would be nice to have a new cruiser but we can’t afford it; it would be great to have a
new plow truck or grader but we have the make the old one last right now; it would help to have
an extra man on the crew but we have to make the current crew more efficient right now; we
want a police department but do we need one as heavily staffed as we have; in this day of
computers and internet do we need a full time library? Is our town manager working efficiently
and in the best interest of the taxpayers or the municipality? All ligitimate questions to think
about. Is cutting back on spending verses increasing taxes a reasonable answer? Taxes are
increasing beyond the inflation rate and resident’s ability to keep up with the increases is beyond
capped. The town must live within its means just as families need to live within their means. It
would be nice if we could go to our boss and say “I need a new car , a new plow, a new
wardrobe, and a maid so you are going to have to give me a 10% raise this year so I can afford
that and next year I will be sending my child to college so be prepared for my salary to increase
again and I’ll let you know how much once we have chosen a school”. It doesn’t work that way
in real life and asking people to support a municipality that they can not afford is not working
either. Something has to be done.
• Another answer is to increase tax revenue by broadening the tax base. We can do this by
actively marketing Fryeburg as a great place to do business. Should we be telling our town
government to actively be involved in attracting, pursuing, and welcoming new industry and
business to Fryeburg much like our neighbor Bridgton has and is doing? Has the time come to
be business friendly and encourage new businesses? This can be done without compromising
Fryeburg's quality of life, our rural character and New England charm. New businesses means
big tax dollars which will help the home owners carry the expense of supporting the municipality.
Something has to give. Fryeburg use to have lumber mills, shoe shops, and active Main Street
commerce to help defray the tax base. Our municipality has grown and our business tax
revenue has shrunk. We need to bring industry and business back to Fryeburg. Promoting and
bringing in new business will take some time but it can not get it done if we don’t get started.
Recognizing the solution is the first step.
There are things that we can do in the near term, if we really want to. We can demand that our
town government make the most of what it has until we can get on a better economic footing
and we can even demand that they make cuts to lower our taxes. Subway is here and set to
open next month. They will pay taxes. For every dollar that Subway pays the town that is one
less dollar needed from the residential tax payers. The other benefit to us all is that this new
business will encourage more new businesses. We need to be business friendly and welcoming!
I ask you to join me at an unofficial ‘town meeting’. This is just what we need, a true ‘town’
meeting to discuss this financial dilemma that we find ourselves in. If people of Fryeburg are
really interested in working together for a solution I will gladly set up an established location,
facilitator, and date for a gathering. The municipality works for us the people, the taxpayers so
let’s gather our voices and direct them to a better solution than simply raising our taxes.
My contact information: cell: (603) 986.8110 email: [email protected]
Mike Corthell
Due to the varied sources for information, Town Matters may be subject to errors from time to time.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and strive for accuracy in keeping the
community aware and involved. Thank you for your understanding and feedback.
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Vol 11 • Issue 7 • Editor: Donna Woodward - 207-441-8170 - [email protected] • Oct 2013
SUBWAY IDS CLOSE TO OPENING IN FRYEBURG
Windows in, Doors in and the Siding is on!
Can the grand opening be far away?!
FRYEBURG, Maine - The new SUBWAY® Restaurant at the
intersection of Route 302 and Portland Street is shaping up
nicely and looks to be right on track for its mid-October grand
opening. The building's finished character has started to show
itself and we can now see how well it is going to blend with the
existing downtown architecture.
This fast, HEALTHY food restaurant has a 48 year history, that
started right here in New England. Back in 1965, Fred DeLuca
set out to fulfill his dream of becoming a medical doctor.
Searching for a way to help pay for his education, a family
friend suggested he open a submarine sandwich shop.
With a loan of $1,000, the friend—Dr. Peter Buck—offered to become Fred’s partner, and a business relationship was
forged that would change the landscape of the fast food industry.
The first store was opened in Bridgeport, Connecticut in August, 1965. Then, they set a goal of having 32 stores opened in
10 years. Fred soon learned the basics of running a business, as well as the importance of serving a well-made, high
quality product, providing excellent customer service, keeping operating costs low and finding great locations. These early
lessons continue to serve as the foundation for successful SUBWAY® restaurants around the world.
SUBWAY®, the Franchise
By 1974, the duo owned and operated 16 submarine sandwich shops throughout Connecticut. Realizing they would not
reach their 32 store goal in time, they began franchising, launching the SUBWAY® brand into a period of remarkable
growth which continues to this day.
A Fresh Future
Today, the SUBWAY® brand is the world's largest submarine sandwich chain with more than 37,000 locations around the
world. They've become the leading choice for people seeking quick, nutritious meals that the whole family can enjoy. From
the beginning, Fred has had a clear vision for the future of the SUBWAY® brand. As they continue to grow, they are
guided by his passion for delighting customers by serving fresh, delicious, made-to-order sandwiches.
Welcome to Fryeburg SUBWAY
376 Main St
PO Box 290
Fryeburg, ME
04037
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HASTINGS LAW OFFICE, P.A.
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No doubt you’ve heard that the biggest piece of the Patient Protection and
Affordable Care Act is about to come into effect – the Health Insurance
Marketplace and tax credits to buy health insurance through it. Here’s the most
important information:
The One Book One Valley books are in and anyone who would like to participate
in reading, discussing the book and listening to the author speak can stop by the
library and pick up a copy. The One Book One Valley series is done every year
with many libraries in Maine and New Hampshire participating in the program.
The Librarians decide which book to feature each year and then all the libraries
promote the book during October and the author comes to speak on Thursday
October 24th in North Conway. The book this year is titled “The Talk-Funny Girl”.
The book's back cover reads “In rural New Hampshire, teenage girls have been
disappearing, snatched from back-country roads, never to be seen alive again.
For seventeen-year-old Marjorie Richards, the fear raised by these abductions is
the backdrop to what she lives with in her own home. Marjorie's parents are so
intentionally isolated from society that they have developed their own dialect, a
kind of mountain hybrid of English that displays their disdain for the wider world.
Tormented by her classmates, Marjorie is known as “the talk-funny girl””.
• Starting October 1, you can go to healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to
enroll in the new Marketplace if you want to buy health insurance. Plans start
on January 1, 2014, and this first enrollment period goes through March 31.
• If you have insurance and want to keep it, you don’t have to do anything.
• If you don’t have insurance and don’t want it, you may need to pay a fee when
you do your 2014 taxes, depending on your income and other factors.
• If your household income is between 100% and 400% of the Federal Poverty
Limit, you’ll be eligible for tax credits that will automatically reduce your monthly
premium. That’s $11,490 to $45,960 for an individual income and $23,550 to
$94,200 income for a family of four in 2013 (2014 will be slightly higher).
• If your household income is below 100% of the poverty level but you don’t
qualify for Medicaid right now, you won’t be eligible for premium tax credits in
Maine, but you won’t have to pay a fee for not having health insurance. Both
Maine and New Hampshire have so far declined to expand Medicaid to cover
residents who will fall into this gap.
• Your small business can buy insurance for its employees through the
Marketplace as well, and might qualify for premium tax credits.
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The Marketplace will allow you to do two things:
1. See a clear apples-to-apple comparison of available health plans, all of which
meet standards and cost limits designed to protect you.
2. Access tax credits, Medicaid, and other assistance for which you may be
eligible with one application.
Palmer-Pike Conway Dahl Agency
Tel: 603-356-6926
Ossipee Insurance Agency
Tel: 603-539-7444
Pike Insurance Agency
Tel: 207-935-2021
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The White Mountain Community Health Center
Both individuals and businesses can get free, unbiased assistance with enrolling
in the Marketplace. Maine residents can get help through Navigators at Western
Maine Community Action and the Fishing Partnership Health Plan. You can also
go to healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 if you have questions.
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Our book sale is done for this year. We wish to Thank everyone who donated
books and movies and to the folks who came in and purchased them. It is a great
fund raiser for our town's general fund.
When you are at the fair this week stop by the Agricultural Building and check out
the Library's display. A big Thank You to Emily for helping with the design and set
up.
The Writer's Group has started meeting again after taking the summer off. If you
like to write and would like to share your stories with folks who also enjoy writing,
stop by the Library on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 8:00 am.
You can call the Library to find out what subject the group is writing about for their
next meeting.
Our Book Discussion Group will be reading and discussing 'The Talk-Funny Girl”
for our next meeting which will be Wednesday, October 9th at 10:00 am. Please
join us if you have read the book and wish to be part of the discussion. We also
go as a group to hear the author speak and answer questions on Thursday
October 24th at 7:00 pm at the Lutheran Church in North Conway and you are
invited to join us that evening, as well.
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Way to go Fryeburg!
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Michelle Luongo
Miranda, a life long resident of Fryeburg, lost her life
at age 22 to diabetes in 2007. Family and friends created the Miranda Fund, a
non-profit organizations, in 2008 to honor Miranda’s dream to assist and educate
others with this epidemic disease. 100% of the funds received are utilized for those
who need assistance in managing their diabetes through education, medication,
medical assistance and more.
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The 250th Birthday Celebration was a huge success
in so many ways! The community embraced one of
their own and used the event to fund raise for the
Miranda Leavitt Diabetes Fund.
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In the photo above Miranda’s parents, Rich and Brenda Leavitt, are proudly
receiving a check for $250 for the MLDF from the Fryeburg Rescue that they raised at
the 250th Celebration. Fryeburg is very proud to announce that through their hard
work and their celebration they were able to raise over $10,000 for the local charity
and to date, donations are still flowing in as a result of these efforts.
If you would like to make a donation, see how you or someone you know can seek
assistance, or learn more about the great work that the MLDF is doing in their
community go to www.mirandaleavittdiabetesfund.com
The Library is open Mon-Wed 9am-4pm, Thurs 9am-1pm 1:30pm-4:00pm and
Sat 9am to 12pm. Our telephone number is 935-2731. Stop in and check out our
new books. We should have some new DVDs in soon. It is always a pleasure to
see our regular patrons and look forward to helping anyone who would like to get
a library card. See you soon and I hope you all get to enjoy the Fair.
FRYEBURG POLICE REPORT by Chief Phil Weymouth
The end of summer is here and the river patrols are completed. We will know
be putting things away and preparing for the fair, it’s hard to believe fall is here.
We are looking forward to good weather and a big fair week. We will sure miss
Dick Andrews this year but his crew is stepping up and putting things together
as always. I know we will work well with them as we always have.
The river was much better then in the past but we still need to do work. We had
some crazy weekends with the rain making the river to be dangerous on one
weekend in particular. But we made it through with no major crimes or incidents.
Have a great fall and we will see you around town or at the fair. Remember to
stop by or call with any questions, concerns or thoughts, or subject you would
like me to talk about.
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SACO VALLEY SPORTS CENTER
Rte 302 – Fryeburg
Bowling • Golf • Billiards
Arcade • Snack Bar
935-3777
ask about Birthday Parties and Group Rates
Allison Wolfe
Hearing Aid Specialist
44 Portland Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
Tel: 207-935-1210
Email: [email protected]
“hearing aids, repairs, & accessories”
Lakefront Homes, Residential Properties
Building Lots & Acreage
Jotham Oliver
925-1500 Visit: KezarRealty.com
224 Main St, Lovell, ME 04051
Red Iron Bridge – There will be a Public Hearing Thursday October 17th at the
Fryeburg Fire Station on Main Street to hear information about three options for the
bridge, Repair; Replace; Remove. Representatives from the Maine DOT, Selectmen,
and Town Manager, will be at the meeting to answer any questions. It is important for
all to attend this informational meeting to hear about the three options. The Town will
have a Referendum Ballot question on November 5th asking if you want to Repair,
Replace; or Remove the Red Iron Bridge.
• Transfer Station Window Stickers – Do you have your Yellow Transfer Station
Window Sticker? Yellow stickers are required to dispose of all trash at the Transfer
Station. You can purchase your $20 sticker at the town office.
• Household Hazardous Waste Day – Saturday October 26 at the transfer station from
9 am to 12 pm. Informational brochures are available on the town web site, town
office and transfer station.
• Meetings – Committee and Board meetings are posted on the Town Calendar on our
website www.fryeburgmaine.org. If you don’t have access to a computer, you can call
the town office to find out when meetings are scheduled.
• Boards and Committees – Applications are available at the Town Clerk’s office to
apply for membership on one of our committees or boards.
• Personnel Changes – Public Works Director, Gary Whitten will retire October 31,
2013. Richard Parmenter, who has been working in the position since January, will
officially take over the job on November 1st. Ed Holt was hired to fill the open
position in the highway department and will move from the Transfer Station November
1st. We are accepting applications until October 9th for the Transfer Station position.
Job descriptions are available at the Town Office or on the town website.
• Dog Licenses – It’s time to register your dogs. Registration starts October 15th.
• Vehicles for Sale – The Town has 4 vehicles for sale: 1990 International, Model 2574,
Red Tank Truck; 1997 Ford F350 Blue One Ton; 2004 Ford F250 Green Pickup; 2006
Ford Crown Victoria Cruiser. We are accepting sealed bids until October 10th. The
vehicles can be seen at the highway garage on Bridgton Road. You can get bid and
contact information by calling the town office or you can get that information on the
town web site.
• New trucks – The new F250 Ford Pickup and F350 Ford One Ton are being
delivered the week of September 23rd. We have been down one truck since the
beginning of the year. It will be good to have both vehicles on the road.
FRYEBURG, Maine - Family, well-wishers and members of the Fryeburg
Business Association gathered at Fryeburg's newest business, Lovewell
Hearing, to support owner Allison Wolfe as she embarks on her new venture.
Allison, who has over 12 years of experience as a Licensed Hearing
Instruments Specialist is very pleased to bring her expertise to Western Maine.
She loves what she does and that is to help people live a fuller life by attending
to their hearing needs and her love and dedication shows!
The services that Lovewell Hearing
provides include:
Free Hearing Evaluations
All Levels of Hearing Aid Technology
All-Make Repair Services
In Office Cleaning/Retubing
Custom Fit Hearing Hearing Protection
Batteries and Battery Testers
Cleaning Tools and Cases
Repair Pick-Up and Drop Off Service
REP HELEN RANKIN House District #97
Tel. (207)625-4620 [email protected] A BUSY SUMMER
Supposedly the Legislative Session ended on, June
19th. However, we were called back on the 26th to
attempt to rescue the Budget which was voted on
unanimously by the Appropriations Committee.
Unfortunately, the governor ignored the wisdom of
this committee who worked countless hours and
voted in a bi-partisan manner to pass a fair and
reasonable budget. The House of Representatives
also voted unanimously. The governor blithely vetoed 83 Bills!
Unfortunately, although Democrats were in the Majority, it takes a 2/3 vote to
override a veto thus we succeeded in overriding only four vetoes. What
happened? We were certainly disappointed in our colleagues who lost their
courage and changed their minds at the last moment.
I learned this summer that District 97 would be changed during the 2015-2016
Legislative Session. This happens every ten years according to the census. They
discovered I have been representing over 10,000 people and it is supposed to be
approximately 8400. Therefore, in 2015-2016, Parsonsfield will no longer be in
this District. In exchange, most of Lovell will be.
I did attend Lovell Old Home Days. I enjoyed meeting the people, but of course,
they are disappointed to lose Rep. Lisa Villa, their current Rep. She will be going
to Denmark. Needless to say, I will miss my friends in Parsonsfield too. We both
hope to get re-elected when the time comes, so hope you will still be with us.
There was another two day meeting in Augusta regarding EPS, Essential
Programs and Services for schools. Most of you know, Commissioner Steven
Bowen has resigned. His replacement has not been announced.
Our work does not stop for a vacation. Among other meetings, I have attended
two discussion groups regarding a new Elementary School for Fryeburg and
surrounding towns. I am impressed by the interest from your citizens. There are
crucial decisions to be made as well as heart breaking sacrifices. It is wrenching
to have to close local schools, but reality is staring you in the face. The school
populations have decreased dramatically making it very expensive to provide
staffing and of course, the Charles Snowe School is old and in need of expensive
repairs. This school is one of the few in Maine to receive funding which gives you
an idea of how desperate your situation is. I wish you well as you strive for what is
best for your children.
Vic Rollins
[email protected]
ph: 207-935-7700
285 Main St.
Fryeburg, ME
207-642-3693
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I had the opportunity to meet with a group of ladies at the Fryeburg Historical
Society. If you have not visited this site which has been beautifully restored, don’t
miss it. Much credit goes to the folks who made this place a reality.
Allison Wolfe (center) cuts the ribbon official
opening her business at her office at
44 Portland Street, Fryeburg Maine.
LOVEWELL HEARING IS CURRENTLY OPEN
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
ALL OTHER DAYS BY APPOINTMENT
(207) 935.1210 - [email protected]
I will end by congratulating you on the 250th Anniversary of Fryeburg. Fryeburg
has a long and very historic past that you can be very proud of. I was at the
celebration and people were having a great time enjoying the music and the
terrific fireworks display. Thanks to Donna Woodward for arranging this
memorable occasion on behalf of her community.
Wishing all students a healthy and happy school year. Make the most of your
education. Remember you are the future leaders of this country, so, “Be the best
that you can be!”
Hope to see many of you at the Fryeburg Fair. What a great town you live in!
Brownfield Country Market
‘Rte 5/113 on the right’ in Brownfield
Locally grown farmstand,bakery,
discount groceries, and other
various wares all in one!
Open
Wed - Fri from 8 - 6
Sat from 8 - 4
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What Would You Do If I Sang Out of Tune?
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“What would you do if I sang out of tune, would you stand
up and walk out on me?” is from a Joe Cocker song
recorded in 1968. These lyrics take me back to a public
speaking college course I took over a decade ago.
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The class was a small one, six or seven students, and we
were to prepare and speak to the class each week. It was
an evening class with all adults. One evening I had
Senator Jim Hamper chosen a somewhat controversial subject and while I was
District 13
delivering my talk; three of my fellow students got up and
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walked out. In hindsight, it was very good training to have
half your audience leave because they did not agree with
the topic.
Tel: 800-356-0315 or 207-925-1423
My subject this month is something the press is ignoring and I will use this
forum to get word out. So, as you continue to read, please don’t get up and
walk out on me. Just like that evening in class, my subject is; abortion.
The Maine Center for Disease Control has recently released a report that
indicates abortions in Maine have dropped to a record low of 1,773. These are
2011 numbers. This is a reduction in abortions from 2010 of 563 babies or a
23.3% decrease.
This is the fourth consecutive year of decline. Abortions in Maine peaked in
2007 at 2,689 and have decreased by 34% during the four year period.
Abortions in Maine reached an all time high in 1987, with abortions totaling
4,767.
So the question is; why the decline? According to Maine Right to Life this is due
to “Perseverance, education and grassroots advocacy by thousands of
dedicated pro-life Mainers”. “The marvels of modern technology have
intersected with the eternal truth: life begins at conception and each human life
is precious” said MRL’s Teresa McCann- Tumidajski.
I will let you draw your own conclusions as to the MCDC’s figures, and the
debate can continue on whether abortion is a right or it is wrong. I do know that
this legislator will always be pro-life.
Thank you for not walking out on me!
Mt Washington Valley Habitat for Humanity by Bob Holdsworth
Each Thursday, volunteers meet at 42 North Road in Conway to work on the
current home. We provide on site construction management to coordinate the
work effort. Hours are from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Any amount of time you can
spend on the site is helpful. Special skills are not required. Lunch is provided. If
you would like to volunteer, please fill out the Volunteer Form on our web site
www.mwv-habitat,.org and bring it with you. Thank you!
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WHAT DOES OCTOBER MEAN TO YOU?
October is a month of great fun and activities for the family. Enjoy the Fryeburg
Fair week, celebrate fall and harvest season, enjoy the colorful leaves, take a
walk through the wonderful Corn Maze at Sherman’s Farm, and ready your
costumes for Halloween fun and parties just to name a few! This is a great time of
year to reflect on the summer past and prepare for the excitement of winter sports
and holidays. Make it a safe and wonderful month for you and the ones you love.
Fryeburg Area Rotary Plans For their 2013 Bountiful Harvest Dinner
Visit our Lake
Region office.
The Fryeburg Area Rotary is beginning to plan for the Annual Bountiful Harvest. The
proceeds from the Bountiful Harvest go to Student Scholarships and Area Community
Projects. We need auction items, for the live auction and the silent auction. Will you
please look for items you may have that you no longer need. We will pick them up if
you just call Pat White at 207-935-3733.
Rotary District Governor Visits Fryeburg Area Rotary
On Tuesday morning, September 10, 2013, the District
Governor of District 7780, Carolyn Johnson, visited the
Rotary Club of Fryeburg Area. During the visit, Club
President David Chaffee made a presentation of
$1,000.00 to Rotoplast as a tribute to Carolyn’s work in the
past. The presentation was made to Carolyn and Pat
White, Past President of the Rotary Club and avid
D. Chaffee and C. Johnson
supporter of the work of Rotoplast. Rotoplast is a
non-profit program that repairs cleft pallets on children/adults of Central/South America.
Carolyn Johnson is a member of the Rotary Club of Yarmouth, Maine and has been a
Rotarian since 2001. Professionally, Carolyn is an educator with more than 30 years
experience. She taught and was principal at the elementary school level. She was
selected as a distinguished Educator by the Maine Department of Education to assist
schools in developing student support teams and anti-bullying programs. In 2006, she
began volunteering with the Guatemala Literacy Project. This volunteerism evolved
into developing a program to improve the quality of literacy instruction for indigenous
children in Guatemala. She created and directs the Culture of Reading Program, which
provides books, school supplies, and literacy training and support to rural schools in
Guatemala. Carolyn has achieved much more for Rotary and her community. Her
address to the Rotary Club of Fryeburg Area included her story about a 50-year-old
Guatemalan woman who was operated on for a cleft pallet. When she awoke from the
surgery and looked at herself in a mirror she began to cry. Her surgeon asked why she
was crying and she responded, “Now for the first time in my life I will be able to kiss
someone and they will want to kiss me back.” If you are interested in coming to one of
our Rotary meetings for a free breakfast and to find out more about Rotary, we meet at
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Tuesday mornings, at 7:30 AM.
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Fryeburg Plaza, Rte 302 Volunteer & Support Local Snowmobile Club by Paul Gallant, President
It’s that time of year when we all need to start thinking about the upcoming season and
what it takes in order to be ready for whatever Mother Nature decides to throw at us.
Last winter I was glad to see a lot of people out on the trails enjoying what landowners
and local snowmobile clubs have continued to make possible year after year. It’s a lot of
work to ready the trails each yer and we desperately need help. We are an all-volunteer,
non-profit group and we work hard to ensure that the snowmobile and cross-country
skiing trails in our area are open, safe, and clearly marked for everyone to enjoy. These
trails connect our communities and businesses and it would be a great loss to so many if
they were lost due to lack of support from those who use them. We believe that if you
benefit from something in life and you want it to always be there, not only for yourself,
but others as well, then you should do what you can to contribute back to it. These trails
would not be what they are without the hard work of an “unfortunately dwindling” number
of dedicated, caring “yet aging” volunteers. Thank you to the landowners who allow us to
use their properties. Please do what you can to show them your appreciation. Treat the
landowners and the local clubs with respect and use the trails like you want be able to
use them again next year and the year after that and so on. Remember, winter is only
too long if you don’t go out and play! Hope to see you out there.
From September till April we have meetings at 7 pm every second Thursday of the
month. Please contact us for more info. For trail work, we meet at 8 am every Sunday
after the Fryeburg Fair in the parking lot across from Osgood Bros. on Route 302.
Please visit our web site: www.interstatesnowgoers.com or check us out on Facebook
for trail conditions, club events, and more. Our booth at the Fryeburg Fair is located right
next to the Main Gate. Hope to see you there. Sincerely Paul R. Gallant, President of the
Interstate Sno-Goers snowmobile club of Fryeburg Maine.
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