November 2019 Elections and ballots articles
Voters went to the polls Nov. 5, 2019 to consider two state ballot proposals, several municipal amendments, and if they live in Belfast or Rockland, a roster of city councilors candidates.
The turnout was larger in most towns than expected, that prompted elections wardens to wonder if the electorate is trending toward more engagement with government and politics.
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Ian Emmott
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Nathan Davis, Ed Glaser for Rockland City Council
I am thrilled that both my friend Nate Davis and my dad, Ed Glaser, are running for the two spots opening on Rockland City Council.
Nate is one of the kindest, most patient and most open people I know, and yet is unafraid to take strong value-driven stands. I have worked alongside him on many initiatives, including supporting re-entry homes, the Diversity Resolution, and the Climate Action Plan.
I’m especially excited about his desire to make Rockland politics more… Read more
Nathan Davis is ideal person for Rockland City Council
I am writing in support for Nate Davis for Rockland City Council. He is a smart, capable person who cares very much about this community.
I have volunteered with him on the Energy Advisory Committee for the past two years and I know he has been working with that group longer.
Nate has worked on a number of initiatives, including helping people reduce their heating bills.
He is very active in his volunteer work and looks for ways to help out people in our city. … Read more
Urging Rockland's voters to support Nate Davis
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Ed Glaser
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for a seat on the Rockland City Council, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the town and region. The candidate responses are posted as they are returned, and are collected on the Pilot’s Elections Resource Page.
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Nathan Davis
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Nate Davis has balance and civility
Balance and civility are core qualities of Nate Davis. I have known Nate and his wife, Chelsea, since they arrived in Rockland. He cares about a thriving Rockland. I am impressed with his ability to see solutions that are beneficial to our City’s bottom line. He is a quiet, strong, smart and kind person. He examines what makes a government run smoothly and efficiently. He is modest and a good listener. He steps up when he identifies a need.
He sees that many small steps toward a… Read more
Four to seek pair of Rockland City Council seats
ROCKLAND — The list of candidates running for offices in the City of Rockland have been announced.
The following seats and candidates will appear on the ballot for the Nov. 5 election.
The candidates appear in the order they will appear on the ballot as determined by a drawing held earlier today, Sept. 25.
City Council (3-year term, 2 seats)
Ian H. Emmott
Nathan D. Davis
Donald P. Robishaw, Jr.
Edward B. Glaser
S. Ridgely Fuller Deserves Your Attention
My friend of many years, “Ridgely” Fuller is my choice for City Councilor of Belfast, Ward 3 and she deserves your attention! I have known her as an advocate, leader, and citizen in Belfast.
Most important to me is her compassion, tenacity and clarity in her position on poignant issues. Ridgely’s campaign holds fast three major tenets:
1) Building Community between residents of Belfast and City Hall; the quality of our human relationships is the foundation of our community… Read more
Rockport Budget Committee votes against recommending infrastructure bond package
ROCKPORT — In split vote, the Rockport Budget Committee signaled it wanted more time to consider a $1.63 million spending proposal and bond package introduced by the Rockport Select Board.
The Budget Committee, meeting Sept. 12 at the town office, comprised members Stephanie Kumble, Helen Shaw, Jerod Cronkite, Jeffrey Charland and Owen Casas.
Town Manager William Post, Finance Director Megan Brackett and Public Works Director Michael Young also attended the meeting, which had… Read more
STATE BALLOT
On the November state ballot: Transportation spending bond, Constitutional Resolution
MUNICIPAL BALLOT
Below are local municipalities holding elections and have ballot questions.
KNOX and WALDO COUNTIES, plus Waldoboro (in Lincoln County)
Camden voters to consider marijuana cultivation license rules at Nov. 5 polls
BELFAST
Ridgely Fuller announces candidacy for Belfast City Council
On the issues: Belfast City Council Ward Three Candidate Sophia Ridgely Fuller
Brenda Bonneville announces candidacy for Belfast City Council
On the issues: Belfast City Council Ward Three Candidate Brenda Bonneville
ROCKLAND
Four to seek pair of Rockland City Council seats
Second Rockland Council seat opens with member’s resignation
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Ed Glaser
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Nathan Davis
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Ian Emmott
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Don Robishaw
ROCKPORT