Camden Earns Exceptional Marks in Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) Review

The Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) has completed its review of the Town of Camden, awarding a perfect score of 100 out of 100 for its timely, thorough, and professional response to a standardized public election information request, setting the current benchmark for municipal accessibility.

Augusta Earns High Marks in Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) Review

The Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) has completed its review of the City of Augusta, awarding a score of 95 out of 100 for its prompt, professional response to a standardized public election information request while highlighting one opportunity to provide more complete election information directly to residents.

Berwick Earns Strong Marks in First Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) Review

The Maine Accessibility Project (MAP) has completed its first municipal accessibility review, awarding the Town of Berwick a score of 90 out of 100 for its timely, professional response to a standardized public election information request while identifying opportunities to provide more complete information in future responses.

Sanford’s Latest Agenda Packet Tops 900 Pages: A Reminder of How Much Happens Behind the Scenes

While reviewing Sanford’s June 16, 2026 City Council meeting materials, one detail immediately stood out: the agenda packet exceeded 900 pages. That discovery sparked a closer look at what agenda packets are, why they matter, and what this mountain of documentation reveals about transparency, public engagement, and the often-unseen work taking place behind local government decisions.