We would like to make you aware of a POSSIBLE SCAM going around Amity. If you receive a letter (mailed from a California zip code) about downloading an app called Nextdoor AmityPlus. Do not download this app before doing more investigating. I urge you to check out the Better Business Bureau reviews at https://www.bbb.org/us/ca/san-francisco/profile/internet-service/nextdoorcom-inc-1116-447229/customer-reviews You may also want to take a look at the Trustpilot reviews at https://www.trustpilot.com/review/nextdoor.com We cannot guarantee that this is or isn't a SCAM, but we have been contacted by a concerned resident that this is a scam.
Amity Matters
Because Friebds & Neighbors Matter
Covid19 Adjusted Town Office Access
The 2020 Amity Annual Town Meeting scheduled for April 25th has been cancelled. A reschedule will be discussed at a later time.
The Town Office will operate by appointment/request only. You can make an appointment/request by calling our office number 207-532-2485.
I am still asking that tax payments be mailed or dropped off in our drop box if possible. If leaving a payment in the drop box, please call me so I'm aware of that payment being left. Receipts can be mailed if you include a self-addressed stamped envelope with the payment.
Delivery of registrations, hunting/fishing licenses, etc. can be provided if you don't live too far off the beaten path.
Eric Howell is not issuing Fire Permits at this time. However, Joe Ledger is still issuing Fire Permits, but request you call first at 207-532-7008. Please Do Not just show up without calling first.
New Veterans Honor Roll placed on hold!
The Honor Roll project is placed on hold due to not being able to secure a piece of property to place it on. All fundraising has stop[ed until land is secured for this project.
However, if you are interested in donating to this project in the future you may notify the town office or Larry Hamilton (especially if you wish to remain anonymous) of your intentions. We will let you know when this project is restarted.
Your Ideas Wanted!
Quite a few people noticed the large American flag over the Veterans' Honor Roll, donated by Rep. Bruce Polquin after being flown over the Capital in DC, was missing and after a bit two flags went up in it's place.
The large flag had gotten tangled in the big tree by it. It was taken down and minor repairs made to the hem. The flag pole has been loosened by frost and would need resetting. The Honor Roll stone is quite small and nearly unnoticeable from the road, a few people mentioned that it just looks like another grave. We also found some names on the stone that should not be there prompting discussion of a new stone. All of this led to a conversation with the Selectmen on what we should do about the situation.
A Mity Little Town T-Shirts
Amity Maine
A-Mity Little Town
T-Shirts are now available at Amity Matters
This A-Mity idea was first given to me by the late Thomas Hall. Amanda was going to Orono to participate in the Special Olympics; Debby had made her a t-shirt with Amity written on it. Tommy told her to pace a hyphen between the A and M making it A Mity. We all had a good laugh and continued on. This was many moons ago, but it came to mind again this year and we decided to have some t-shirts made up. We have Large; X-Large; 2X-Large; and 3X-Large. Please wear them with pride and have a drink for Tommy.
A Little Local History
Amity History
In 1825, Jonathan Clifford cleared a farm, which he lived on for many years. A few families had settled in Number 11 (now Cary), the smoke from their cooking fires could be seen from the ridge he settled on. In the summer, there was no road to visit the neighbors, but seeing smoke of families from the ridge must have been of some comfort to the lonely pioneers.
In 1826, Edmund Cone began a farm on a lot near the Clifford's farm. He had come to Houlton in 1815 and worked as a teamster until he was able to buy the lot in Amity. Just before coming to Amity he married Barbara Shepard of Richmond, N.B. Together they faced the hardships of clearing a forest to fields and building a home. It is said,
Veterans Military Funeral Honors
Maine Veterans are entitled to Military Funeral Honors
Military Funeral Honors is now an entitlement for all honorably discharged Veterans. There are no costs what so ever associated with this program.
The rendering of Military Funeral Honors for United States Armed Forces Veterans is a tribute that our Veterans and their families justly deserve and in fact, are now entitled to. It is a way to show our Nation's deep gratitude to those who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully defended our country. Section 578 of the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2000 requires the Department of Defense to provide, upon request, Military Funeral Honors for eligible Veterans.