News from the town of Paris

Mar. 142017
PARIS – Shared from the Paris Maine Prosperity Project: We feel that Paris needs to be recognized with a slogan that best describes what we wish Paris to be and be remembered for. Give us your ideas? Short, meaningful and catchy works best. Let’s hear them!  Suggestions can be sent to info@parismaine.org.

Paris posted roads: Pursuant to 29A M.R.S.A.§2395 and the town of Paris traffic ordinance enacted by the municipal officers April 14, 2003, the following roads, but not limited to, are posted with a weight limit exceeding 23,000 pounds (10 tons) gross vehicle weight. It is anticipated that these restrictions will be in effect from March 3, 2017 through May 15, 2017, unless postings are lifted by the town of Paris. Questions regarding this may be directed to Victor Hodgkins, road commissioner, at 743-2501 or Highway Director Jamie Hutchinson at 743-2547 or 462-7200. For a complete listing of Paris posted roads, please check our website: https://www.parismaine.org/paris-2017-road-postings/.

Shared from Paris Parks and Recreation Committee: Baseball and softball sings ups will be from 5 to 7 p.m. March 16, and from 9 a.m. to noon March 18, at the Paris Town Office.

Update from Paris General Assistance Administrator Shannon Moxcey: Paris deputy clerks Chris Cushman and Dian Rainey work at the front desk of the Paris Town Office and they see people come in frequently needing food, as do our Paris police officers and firefighters. The town of Paris offers programs such as General Assistance and the Salvation Army, both of which may assist with food. But people must wait 24 hours for a response to their applications for General Assistance, and they may not qualify.

Although our community has many valuable programs, such as food pantries, free community dinners, and Gardener’s Growing Healthy Communities during harvest months, there are days of the week when none of these is an option, and we at the Paris Town Office really hate to turn hungry people away, especially those with children.  We like to keep a stock of nonperishable food items as well as basic toiletry items on hand at the town office for those times when there are no other alternatives, such as nights and weekends when no local agencies are open.

Our cupboard is currently quite bare, so we are asking for donations to stock our shelf. We are grateful for your donations, which go directly to the Paris person or family in their time of need, so we can all know in our hearts that no Paris adult or child goes hungry or wanting for the most basic necessities. For more information, call the town office at 743-2501 or send an email to info@parismaine.org. Thank you so much, and please share.

From Paris Town Manager Vic Hodgkins: Exciting news! The Safest Cities in Maine report came out today and Paris ranks in this year’s Top 50! Many thanks to Paris Police Department, Paris Fire Department, the Paris Select Board, and to you, our citizens, for helping to make Paris, Maine a safe and welcoming place for our families and businesses.

Shared from the Aspire Higher Program of South Paris: The Aspire Higher Appreciation Celebration is set for March 24. The event will take place at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School beginning at 2:30 p.m. in the Culinary Arts room. Don’t worry if you don’t know where to go, we will have some of our students from the middle and high school to escort you to the room. Be on the lookout for the kids in green shirts (and the Aspire Higher race car, of course). We will also have tour guides to show you around the shop where we built the car and the graphic design lab where we make our merchandise. Don’t forget to mark your calendar and we look forward to seeing you there.
Shared from Paris Public Library: Join us for our annual Children’s Easter Party on April 8, with an Easter egg hunt, crafts, and stories. All ages welcome!
Shared from Stephen’s Memorial Hospital:  Give yourself and your family peace of mind by planning ahead for a medical crisis. What are advanced directives? Advance directives are legal documents that allow you to spell out your decisions about end-of-life care ahead of time such as “terminal illness” or “permanent unconsciousness.” It’s not something that we like to think about, but the advanced directives give you a way to tell your wishes to family, friends, and health care professionals and to avoid confusion later on. Join Stephens Memorial Hospital’s licensed clinical social worker, Robin Green for a discussion on the importance of advanced directives along with other ways to make your healthcare wishes known ahead of time.
  • Friday, March 10, from 8 a.m. to noon
  • Friday, April 14, from 8 a.m. to noon
  • Friday, May 19, from 8 a.m. to noon

William L. Medd, MD Health Center in the James E. Eshleman, DO Conference Room (8 Pikes Hill, Norway).  No registration required. Cost: FREE.

Make your dreams come true! Community Concepts is hosting a Homebuyer Education Class in South Paris on April 4, 6, 11, 13. Buying a home is exciting, and it can also be a bit overwhelming – there’s a lot to learn. We’ve got you covered. Studies show that people who complete a homebuyer education course are better prepared as buyers and more successful as homeowners. In many cases, completion of a homebuyer education program is necessary in order to be approved for a mortgage. For more information or to register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-concepts-homeworks-homebuyer-education-april-4-6-11-13-registration-31997963771?aff=erelpanelorg/.

Shared from Paris Public Library: We are excited to announce a new program beginning Saturday, April 1, called “52 Weeks of Giving.” We will be partnering with the Norway Memorial Library, the Harrison Village Library, and Hamlin Memorial Library in hosting this program for the next year. Each week, one of these four libraries will offer an opportunity to give back to your community; either locally, on a state-wide level, nationally, or even internationally. This program is open to all ages and we encourage anyone and everyone to participate. There will be weekly Facebook updates throughout the year-long program featuring each week’s cause or project. Stay tuned for more details.

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