TOWN OF LEBANON MAINE BID REQUEST: For Removal of Interior Town Office Wall.

Demolition/Construction Bid Proposal for Interior Wall Removal

 

Town of Lebanon

15 Upper Guinea Road, Lebanon, ME  04027

(207) 457-6082

 

 

The Town of Lebanon, Maine is currently accepting bid proposals for the removal of an office wall.  The wall measures approximately  10' x 12'.  Work area will be required to be sectioned off with plastic sheeting or similar material to limit dust throughout the Town Office.  
The following list of items need to be addressed in the bid proposal:

( This list is generalized and does not specify every detail of how to accomplish the job at hand, but rather generalizes the professional, industry standard project completion of the project which we require upon completion.)

* tear down/ removal of interior wall
* clean up and removal of all debris on daily basis required
* relocation of any affected electrical outlets and/or wires
* sheetrock/tape/mud/sand/paint all affected areas (walls & ceiling)
* replace carpeting in both affected offices with similar quality and color to the original, as close as possible. 

Sealed bids must include copies of all applicable insurances.  
Bids will be received to the attention of the Selectmen and delivered to 15 Upper Guinea Road, Lebanon, Maine, until  4:00PM on December 14, 2015.   Bids will then be turned over to the Selectmen Chair at which time the bids will be opened and publicly read at 4:30 pm on December 14, 2015.  
Bids meeting the specifications shall be considered.  The acceptable bid will be tentatively awarded the project after all bids have been opened, read aloud, and discussed.  
If any extenuating circumstances exist in the opinion of the Board, the Selectmen may award the Bid to other than the lowest bidder. 

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.  

Contracted work must be done during regular business hours of the Town Office with as little interruption to the Town's normal work schedule as possible.   All work bids must be completed no later than February 2, 2016.  All bids must specify an estimated length of time for completion. 
 The project wall may be viewed during normal office hours upon request and accompaniment of a Town Office employee.

Reminder: Calls purporting to be from the IRS demanding a payment are a SCAM

12/04/2015 09:22 AM EST

(AUGUSTA) The Maine Attorney General's Office has noticed a recent increase in the number of Mainers calling to report they are the target of phone scams in which someone pretends to be calling to collect a debt owed to the Internal Revenue Service. Maine Attorney General Janet T. Mills is reminding people to be aware that these are scams and they should not give people credit card information or wire money.

"The IRS scam and others like it are the most common complaint we receive," said Attorney General Mills. "However, we have noticed a recent spike in the number of people calling our office to alert us and to complain specifically about IRS scams. On Thursday alone we received 61 contacts from Maine people. These are often randomly dialed calls, but for some reason the 207 area code seems to be their target in recent weeks. People should not engage the callers and hang up the phone. Do not give them personal information and do not wire them money."

Here's how they work: Scammers posing as IRS officials call and say you owe taxes. They threaten to arrest you, or deport you, or revoke your license, or even shut down your business if you don't pay right away. They may know your Social Security number - or at least the last four digits of it - making you think it really is the IRS calling. They also can rig caller ID to make it look like the call is coming from Washington, DC.

You are the instructed to put the money on a prepaid debit card and tell them the number - something no government agency would ask you to do. Once you do it, you find out it was a scam, and the money is gone.

"No governmental agency or legitimate business will call you up and demand an immediate payment by credit card, wire transfer or by pre-paid debit card," said Attorney General Janet T. Mills. "If you receive one of these calls, do not answer any of their questions. Hang up the phone immediately."

If you owe - or think you owe - federal taxes, call the IRS at 800-829-1040 or go to irs.gov. IRS workers can help you with your payment questions. The IRS doesn't ask people to pay with prepaid debit cards or wire transfers, and doesn't ask for credit card numbers over the phone. When the IRS contacts people about unpaid taxes, they usually do it by mail, not by phone.

One Maine resident recorded his interaction with a scammer claiming to be from the Internal Revenue Service and posted it to YouTube. The call illustrates several tactics used by phone scammers. They claimed to be from an entity that the target is familiar with and who he has the potential to owe money to - we all have to deal with the IRS at some point. When challenged about his authenticity, the scammer tried to reassure the target by giving a badge number in order to sound official. And finally, the payment could only be made by "Green Dot Money Pak," available at places like WalMart or drug store chains, and not by other means. The scammers are also not easily dissuaded; different people called repeatedly making the same claims in order to make him think they were legitimate.

Report IRS imposter scams to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) online or at 800-366-4484, and to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint.

If you have questions about these or other consumer matters, please contact the Consumer Protection Division of the Maine Attorney General's Office at 1(800) 436-2131 or consumer.mediation@maine.gov .

Governor to Attend Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony to Honor American Patriots

AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage will attend the 48th Annual AMVETS Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony in Portland on Monday. The special ceremony will be held at 1:00 at Fort Allen Park on Portland’s Eastern Promenade.
“Pearl Harbor Day is one of the significant anniversaries of World War II, which reminds of the great sacrifices our military men and women bear to defend and protect our freedoms,” said Governor LePage. “We are a brave and resilient Nation because of these heroes, and no amount of thank yous are enough to honor the men and women, past and present, who have given so much for our way of life.”
The Governor has signed a proclamation to honor those American patriots who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Additionally, flags should be lowered to half-staff Monday, December 7, to commemorate National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
*Please note that flags will be already lowered to mark respect for the victims of the San Bernardino, California attack. This in no way takes away the respect our veterans deserve on December 7 as a day of remembrance.

Americorps Taking Applications for Trail Training Academy DEADLINE December 23, 2015

Trail Training Academy

 

 

Trail Training Members serve Maine’s communities, participate in the AmeriCorps program, receive leadership training and gain hands-on experience.  MCC is dedicated to accomplishing outdoor recreation and conservation projects for the public, promoting and managing volunteer opportunities, providing conservation education, building self-esteem and leadership, and raising the aspirations of members and volunteers.  

Location: Training typically takes place in the Hallowell area; field work is conducted throughout Maine Time Commitment:  Monday, February 22 to Friday, August 19, 2016 with potential extension to November 4th.     40 hours a week; overnights and weekends required. Qualifications: Must be eligible for AmeriCorps Education Award – 300 hour term during training High School diploma Must be at least 20 years old Must be a US Citizen Must submit to criminal and sex offender background checks One season of outdoor living experience Essential Functions Have the ability to live and perform strenuous work under challenging conditions Have the desire to learn, serve others, and make a difference Ability to perform tasks as part of a cooperative team Follows directions Non-judgmental attitude, sensitivity to others, approachable Responsible and reliable Interest in personal growth and in participating in on-going training Desired Functions: Approved to drive State vehicles by the Risk Management Division Good communication skills Strong organizational skills Excellent work ethic Possesses motivation and initiative Previous conservation experience  Key Responsibilities: Learn all aspects of trail construction and rehabilitation. Adhere to the MCC safety rules and guidelines. Adhere to the MCC Code of Conduct, and all guidelines set forth in member agreement and MCC Handbook. Adhere to the MCC drug free workplace policy. Submit paperwork in a timely manner Represent, in a professional and supportive manner, the MCC, to the public and media. Live cooperatively with other members during training and service sessions.  Willingly perform joint living tasks, such as food shopping, cooking and cleaning and maintaining hygiene. Build new trails and rehabilitate existing trails Build bridges, wooden ladders, retaining walls, etc. Construct rock water bars, retaining walls, causeways, stone steps, etc. Clear trails (cut and haul brush, dig to mineral soil, pull stumps, etc.) Other tread way work (crush rock, haul gravel) Assume the key responsibilities of a MCC Field Team Leader, upon the successful completion of trail training  Training Provided: Attend training, such as: Wilderness First Responder, chainsaw safety training, Maine Driving Dynamics, Griphoist operations, building with stone and stonecutting, introduction to small engines and power tools, camping skills, outdoor leadership, trail design and layout. Attend MCC Field Team Leader Orientation including leadership workshops, sexual harassment awareness, and project planning. Participate in Trail Skills Week – such as trail construction with stone and timber, with new members. Attend member orientation training, such as: Leadership styles, communication, and conflict case studies. Benefits: Stipend of $150 per week during training; $440 per week upon successful completion (less taxes) Housing during training and orientation Health Insurance $1,212.44 AmeriCorps Education Award (300 hour term during training) Student Loan Forbearance, if eligible State Park Pass Application Deadline:  December 23, 2015 For more information and to download an application off the MCC website click here!  Or email: Corps.conservation@maine.gov Unemployed or underemployed youth and military veterans are encouraged to apply!

Lebanon Board of Selectmen's Meeting Agenda for Monday, December 7, 2015.

AGENDA: 4:00 PM Tom Torno – Road Commissioner

　

4:15 PM Sue Collins – Paperwork/discussion

　

 Other business

Late November to Early December Finds us in Thailand, Celebrating Loy Krathong, the Festival of Floating Bowls.

Buddhists celebrate Loy Krathong during the 12th Lunar Month

Late November to Early December.

Loy Krathong (say: Loy KRAT hong) (Festival of Floating Bowls) At the end of the Kathin Festival season, when the rivers and canals are full of water, the Loy Krathong Festival takes place in all parts of Thailand on the full moon night of the 12 Lunar Month (which falls in late November to early December). The 2015 Loy Krathong Festival was celebrated on November 25-27.  
People bring bowls made of leaves which contain flowers candles and incense sticks, and float them in the water. As they go, all bad luck, anger, hatred and bad feelings are suppose to disappear into the waters.
The traditional krathong are made from a slice of the trunk of a banana tree or a spider lily plant. Modern krathongs are more often made of bread. A bread krathong will disintegrate after a few days and can be eaten by fish. Banana stalk krathong are also biodegradable. A krathong is decorated with elaborately-folded banana leaves, incense sticks, and a candle. A small coin is sometimes included as an offering to the river spirits.
On the night of the full moon, Thais launch their krathong on a river, canal or a pond, making a wish as they do so. The festival may originate from an ancient ritual paying respect to the water spirits.

Traditional Thai Krathong

'Moo Manao'

 

                                                                   

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Moo Manao is a trendy dish that's often served to dinner guests during the Festival of Loy Krathong. Most people like it heavier on the lime than the garlic, however there are others who swear by adding additional garlic to the recipe.

Ingredients

1/2 lb pork
3 stalks Chinese kale or a head of cabbage
1 lime, cut into thin slices
3 tablespoons fish sauce (available in the Asian section of most large supermarkets)
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, finely chopped (use more if desired)
1 tablespoon fresh Thai chile peppers, finely chopped
1 tablespoon coriander leaves and stems, finely chopped
1 teaspoon sugar

Method

Grill the pork over medium-high heat until done, then cut the pork into thin slices. Transfer pork to a serving plate. Remove leaves from the Chinese kale or cabbage, and cut the stems into 1 inch pieces, then chill for garnish. Prepare lime slices and set aside. Thoroughly mix remaining ingredients, and pour the mixture over the pork. Garnish with kale and lime slices.

Literary Advent Calendar..........Day 4...........December 4, 2015......

Toward the Winter Solstice

Timothy Steele, 1948

 

 

Although the roof is just a story high,
It dizzies me a little to look down.
I lariat-twirl the cord of Christmas lights
And cast it to the weeping birch’s crown;
A dowel into which I’ve screwed a hook
Enables me to reach, lift, drape, and twine
The cord among the boughs so that the bulbs
Will accent the tree’s elegant design.

Friends, passing home from work or shopping, pause
And call up commendations or critiques.
I make adjustments. Though a potpourri
Of Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, Jews, and Sikhs,
We all are conscious of the time of year;
We all enjoy its colorful displays
And keep some festival that mitigates
The dwindling warmth and compass of the days.

Some say that L.A. doesn’t suit the Yule,
But UPS vans now like magi make
Their present-laden rounds, while fallen leaves
Are gaily resurrected in their wake;   
The desert lifts a full moon from the east
And issues a dry Santa Ana breeze,
And valets at chic restaurants will soon
Be tending flocks of cars and SUVs.

And as the neighborhoods sink into dusk
The fan palms scattered all across town stand
More calmly prominent, and this place seems
A vast oasis in the Holy Land.
This house might be a caravansary,
The tree a kind of cordial fountainhead
Of welcome, looped and decked with necklaces
And ceintures of green, yellow, blue, and red.

Some wonder if the star of Bethlehem
Occurred when Jupiter and Saturn crossed;
It’s comforting to look up from this roof
And feel that, while all changes, nothing’s lost,
To recollect that in antiquity
The winter solstice fell in Capricorn
And that, in the Orion Nebula,
From swirling gas, new stars are being born.

ANNOUNCING: Lebanon Recreation Department and Lebanon Maine Truth Seekers First Annual Holiday Decorating Competition!!!