What's new on the website?
Below you'll find a list of recent additions to the City of Saco website, as well as some timely favorites:
Video of the month: Development Director Peter Morelli
Our site now features videos of department heads talking about the challenges they face as they serve the people of Saco. This month's is Development Director Peter Morelli.
FAQ of the month: I recently built a new house in a subdivision that is currently under development. Even though I'm paying taxes, the City is not picking up my trash or plowing my street. Why not?
Answer: The subdivision, including the street that you live on and all related infrastructure such as sewer and water lines, hydrants, stormwater drainage ponds, etc., are the property of the developer. Upon approval of a subdivision by the City, development begins with oversight provided by an engineering firm contracted with by the City, to ensure that streets, utilities, sidewalks and other improvements are constructed according to City specifications. In most cases, upon completion of the subdivision, the street and related infrastructure such as sidewalks, signs, streetlights, drainage structures and utilities are then presented to the City for acceptance. After review by staff, the Planning Board, and the City Council, the decision whether to accept or decline the offer is made by the Council. Until acceptance is voted upon and approved by the Council, the subdivision and all associated improvements remain private property and are the responsibility of the developer. City services are not available to owners of homes in a subdivision until acceptance is complete, and the street has become City property.
Want more? Just go to the Saco Help Desk for a complete list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Nomination papers available If you are interested in running for public office, including mayor or city council, you can now get nomination papers through the City Clerk's office.
Potential exposure to measles in southern Maine A visitor to Old Orchard Beach has been diagnosed with measles, leading area health officials to be on the lookout for other instances of this highly contagious disease.
Preparing for hot weatherWe've just gone through a recent heat wave and there's still another month of summer to go. If you need help preparing for hot days, check out this article.
Pay bills ONLINE, not INLINE No one likes waiting in line, especially not to pay a bill. Don't forget, you can pay your city real estate and personal property tax bills online, as well as some utility bills. Just follow the link above.
Saco Help Desk
Got a problem? Need to answer a question? Check out the brand new Help Desk System. In an effort to better serve the citizens of Saco, we've create a single place where people can look for answers to their questions or submit a request for help. You'll get a reply within one business day and you'll be able to follow progress of your request through this system.
GIS MAPPING
You can now research property lots through the city's Geographic Information System (GIS) maps. Just follow this link. Note: This will take you off the City of Saco website.
