Belgrade Select Board Delays Decision on Citizen Petition, Seeks Additional Legal Guidance
The Belgrade Select Board unanimously voted to delay a decision on a citizen petition signed by 276 registered voters, opting instead to seek additional legal guidance before determining whether the proposed ordinance will appear on the November ballot. The discussion focused on municipal authority, voter rights, and the legal questions surrounding the petition.
What Belgrade Residents Should Know Before Tuesday’s Select Board Meeting on the Citizen Petition
Belgrade’s Select Board is scheduled to continue discussion of a taxpayer-initiated ordinance during its August 4 meeting. Before the meeting, The Maine Mirror reviewed the official meeting packet, including the petition, the Budget Committee’s recommendation, and the legal opinion prepared by Bernstein Shur, to help residents better understand the issues expected to come before the Board.
Belgrade to Hold Special Town Meeting on July 28 to Address Budget Adjustments
The Town of Belgrade will hold a Special Town Meeting on July 28, 2026, to consider budget adjustments totaling up to $35,209.25. Residents must attend in person to vote, while The Maine Mirror’s Belgrade Town Hub offers easy access to town resources and contact information.
Belgrade Financial Review, Part 1: What the Public Records Show—and the Questions That Remain
Following its review of Belgrade’s 2025 audit, The Maine Mirror expanded its examination to include annual reports, audits, Select Board minutes, budget records, tax rate calculations, and monthly financial reports. This first installment of the Belgrade Financial Review explores what the public records clearly document, clarifies common misconceptions about municipal finances, and identifies the questions that still deserve further reporting.