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Council Likely to Put Temporary Halt to Campground Development

Sand Pond resident David Dubois uses a prop on the floor to dramatize a 15-foot side-lot setback allowed under current ordinances. “That scares me a lot,” he said. By Lee Burnett, Submissions Editor The Sanford City Council appears poised to delay campground development in Sanford while ordinances are reviewed. At a meeting on Tuesday, May 7, five councilors spoke in favor of a 180-day moratorium. That included Maura Herlihy, Bob Stackpole, Nathan Hitchcock, Jonathan Martel, and Pete Tranchemontagne. Councilor Ayn…
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Council Wants Moratorium on Campgrounds

CabinPro Park Model Camper. Source: backyardoutdoorstructures.com By Zendelle Bouchard At its meeting on April 16, 2024, the Sanford City Council voted unanimously to direct City Manager Steve Buck to bring forward a moratorium on development of campgrounds so the city can review the current ordinances as they relate to campground development. The issue was raised in response to the proposed development of a new campground on the shores of Sand Pond off Country Club Road 2. The property, owned by…
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Neighbors Not Happy About RV Campground Planned for Sand Pond 

By Alexa Livingston, UNE News Fellow A couple who have lived on Sand Pond in South Sanford for 20 years are proposing to build a family-owned RV campground on the pond, but many of their neighbors are opposing it. Bonnie and Michael Patterson are hoping to develop 22 RV sites, 22 guest cottages, three parking lots, a turnaround area for RVs and firetrucks, three laundry/bathhouse facilities, a new entrance off Sand Pond Road, and eventually a swimming pool. The cabins…
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Zoning Subcommittee Meeting

  • October 18th 2024
Discussion on proposed amendments to Chapter 280 of the Sanford City Ordinances for the addition of §280-15-15 Campgrounds, and one addition to §280-14-12 Off-street parking; This is a work session of the “Sanford City Council” and not a business meeting of the City Council. The meeting is open to the public but is not a public hearing.
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Voices of Local Candidates Heard

Becky Brink and Matthew Dupuis Photos: WSSR-TV  Candidates for Sanford mayor, City Council and School Committee answered questions posed by moderators Shawn Sullivan and Tammy Wells at City Hall on Oct. 8. By Kendra Williams MAYOR CANDIDATES Incumbent Mayor Becky Brink, a former school principal who manages her family’s chiropractic practice, is challenged by Matthew Alan Dupuis, a master plumber who is active in local committees and youth sports. Understanding of mayor role Brink spoke of juggling multiple issues at…
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