THE BLUE ENVELOPE PROGRAM

Purpose

The Blue Envelope Program was designed to help build a relationship between Law Enforcement Professionals and community members with a disability or condition where additional accommodations or awareness could be helpful. We recognize that it can be a nervous experience for people to be pulled over or to otherwise have a police interaction.

About

DSAP is proud to offer the Blue Envelope Program to local Law Enforcement Agencies and organizations. The program is designed to be an awareness tool between law enforcement professionals and community members with a diagnosis such as Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, dementia, anxiety, or conditions that might require additional accommodations or awareness during a law enforcement interaction.

This program began in 2020 in Connecticut and was later picked up by other police departments in such as New Jersey, New York, and California.

How it Works

The Blue Envelope Program works by allowing an individual to readily display the Blue Envelope logo or present a Blue Envelope upon contact with law enforcement or other community service personnel. In presenting this to the officer, it will identify if the driver is verbal or nonverbal. The envelope also lists suggestions for the driver such as keeping their hands on the steering wheel, expecting that there may be a flashlight shined in the car, there may be flashing lights behind them, and they may hear a police radio. The Blue Envelope can contain the individual’s identification, contact information or pertinent vehicle operations documents such as registration and proof of insurance.

The other side of the envelope lists to the officer that the driver may be anxious because of the flashing lights, flashlight, and police radio. It lets the officer know that the driver may exhibit repetitive body movements or fidgeting and may have unusual eye contact. It suggests that we speak clearly and keep things simple. Inside of the envelope is an emergency contact list where the driver or loved one has listed the names and telephone numbers of relatives and others whom we may call if needed.

The Blue Envelope Program does not have a registry component; therefore, all components of the program are voluntary and self-implemented.

 

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF NEWPORT

PURPOSE:TO FACILITATE THE SAFE REMOVAL OF SNOW FROM STATE/TOWN WAYS

WINTER PARKING:

It shall be unlawful to park on any street in the Town of Newport between the hours of twelve o’clock midnight and six o’clock the following morning commencing November 1st through April 15th. Violations can result in fines up to $250 and possible towing of the vehicle at the owner’s expense where no reasonable alternative exists.

SNOW PLOWING:

The Town will not be responsible for damage to mail or newspaper boxes placed in public right-of-way. Mailboxes must be set according to Postal Service guidelines.

PRIVATE SNOW REMOVAL:

It is unlawful to plow or remove snow from private property and place in or along any public street or sidewalk so that it obstructs the roadway or impedes vehicular or pedestrian traffic. Re: Maine Revised Statues, Title 29-A,section 2396, paragraph 4.

Per order of David Wintle, Chief of Police, Newport, Maine

2024 DOG LICENSES ARE AVAILABLE OCTOBER 15th:  

Please remember to bring in proof of rabies vaccination, as well as the neuter/spay certificate if applicable.

CEMETARIES:

All floral arrangements, containers, and any other type of non-permanent displays must be removed from Riverside and North Newport Cemetery by October 31st. Both cemeteries will be closing on November 1st, 2024 and anything remaining after Nov.1st will be removed and disposed by the Sexton.

  

TOWN OF NEWPORT

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

The Newport Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Newport Town Office, 23 Water St. for the purpose of the following: Receiving public comments on a Proposed Subdivision located on Rutland Road, Newport, ME. All interested parties are encouraged to attend said hearing.

A.D.A. NOTICE: If you have a special need that must be met to allow you to fully participate in this meeting, please contact the Town Office at 368-4410 TTD/TTY users may call 711.

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Notice is hereby given that the Town of Newport Selectboard will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, December 11, at 6:00 p.m. at the Newport Public Safety Building, 21 Water Street, Newport, Maine, for the purpose of receiving public comments on two new Ordinances: 1. Cannabis Ordinance and 2. Houseboat  Ordinance.  All Newport residents and property owners are invited to attend the Public Hearing and will be given opportunity to be heard at that time.

A.D.A. NOTICE: If you have a special need that must be met to allow you to fully participate in this meeting, please contact the Town Office at 368-4410 TTD/TTY users may call 711.

 

Town of Newport

Surplus Property

Bid Notice

The Town of Newport is offering the following items for public bid. Items are currently located at the Newport Public Works Garage located at 160 Cemetery Road Newport and may be viewed between 07:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday. The Town will accept sealed bids only, delivered to the Newport Town Office located at 23 Water Street, Newport, Me, Monday through Thursday, 07:00 AM to 4:00PM. All bids must be received by December 23, 2024, at 4:00 PM.

Sealed bids must have the name and contact number of the bidder clearly identified on the document, to be considered.

1. 2019 Dodge Ram ½ ton 4 w/d pickup, 111,356 miles

2. 2013 1-ton dump body

3. Hurd Broadcast Seeder Model 750-S

4. Propane Modine Heater

5. 2009 John Deere Zero Turn Mower w/ 1,900 hours Model Z810-A

6. 5500-Watt gas powered Generator

7. 2- Phase Converters

8. Market Forge Stainless Steel pressure cooker (commercial)

9. Market Forge Stainless Steel spaghetti / rice cooker (commercial)

10. Glass crushing machine w/ conveyor system

 

ATTENTION

NEWPORT RESIDENTS

The Municipal Officers of the Town of Newport hereby give you notice in writing that there will be a Special Town Meeting which will be held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, located at 21 Water Street, regarding the Code Enforcement Account, Cannabis Establishments and Houseboat Ordinances, Real Estate Donation, and Order of a Road Discontinuance. Copies of the Warrant as posted are available at the Town Office and Cultural Center.

Kathleen Kemp, Deputy Town Clerk

ADA NOTICE: If you have a special need that must be met to allow you to fully participate in this meeting, please contact the Town Office at 207-368-4410. TDD/TTY users may call 711.