Greetings from Auburn... NEWS FROM AUBURN | 09.23.22 Greetings from Auburn, Maine Anytime is a great time to connect with the City of Auburn! We have updated the look of our "AlertMe" emails and we're delighted to share some news, events & programs we think you'll find helpful & interesting as you head into the weekend. Auburn Announces Christmas Shopping Village! Auburn will be THE place to be this holiday season! We are delighted to announce that the City of Auburn will be presenting our first annual "Christmas Shopping Village!" This special shopping experience, our version of a European Christmas Market, will be located in the heart of our downtown in Festival Plaza, with small "pop-up shops" sheds nestled around the Christmas tree. Think: cocoa & coffee, unique gifts, wreaths, holiday music & more. For now, we are seeking VENDORS (retailers, artisans, etc.) to participate! If you or your business would like to sell your unique products at the Auburn Christmas Village, visit: [link removed] to learn more and apply! Space is FREE and very limited... 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act We invite you to stroll along Auburn's riverfront to view our September "Storywalk." The subject is the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, a particularly meaningful topic for our community as our beautiful Androscoggin River was once considered one of the most polluted rivers in the country. If you can't get out to visit the Riverwalk in person, you can view the Storywalk panels online at: [link removed] Special thanks to our partners at the Androscoggin Land Trust for providing the content for this Storywalk. There will also be a Celebration of Maine's Clean Water Champions and our success in transforming our rivers, lakes, and beaches on Thursday, September 29 at 2:00PM at Simard-Payne Park in Lewiston. The event will include remarks from leaders in water quality protection, recognition of Maine’s Clean Water Champions, and a celebration with food and drinks. This event is co-hosted by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, the Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber, the Associated General Contractors of Maine, the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, and the Maine Water Environment Association. To learn more, visit: [link removed] Property Tax Stabilization Program Applications for the Property Tax Stabilization Program are now available. This program allows certain senior-citizen residents to stabilize, or freeze, the property taxes on their homestead Click the button below or stop by the assessing office here at Auburn City Hall for an application. And please be sure to return your application to us here at City Hall! APPLICATION Save the Date: New Year's Auburn 2023! Mark your calendars for Maine's biggest and BEST New Year's celebration: NEW YEAR'S AUBURN! This year's event promises to be better than ever before, with some of Maine's hottest LIVE bands, incredible food trucks and Maine's best craft brews! Stay tuned...details coming soon. This is Dempsey Challenge weekend! It's Dempsey Challenge weekend, Auburn! Motorists should expect some delays/lane closures on the Bernard Lown Peace Bridge (New Auburn) and along Main Street (to Festival Plaza) on both Saturday and Sunday (approximately 7-11AM). On-street PARKING along Main Street will also be affected. Please do your best to avoid these areas/seek alternate routes. Our very best to all of the Dempsey Challenge participants! Election 2022: Voter Registration We're sure you have noticed that election season is upon us. Auburn's City Clerk, Susan Clements-Dallaire, wants you to know that you can register to vote ANY time of the year! It's quick and easy. Simply visit the Clerk's Office here at Auburn City Hall (60 Court Street) and complete a voter registration. Bring proof of identification and proof of residency. Questions? Call us at 333-6601. We are seeking the PERFECT Christmas tree! We KNOW it's only September, however...the City of Auburn & Auburn Public Works are seeking the PERFECT Christmas tree to grace Festival Plaza this holiday season! The ideal tree will be located in Auburn; an evergreen - spruce or fir; at least 25 feet tall; and relatively “accessible” (no close power lines or other obstructions). The “winning” tree will be removed and transported at no cost to the property owner, decorated by our amazing PW team, and illuminated on Saturday, December 3 as part of the city’s annual holiday parade. Want to see if your tree can “make the cut?” Submit your perfect tree for consideration. The nomination deadline is Friday, October 28, 2022. [link removed] Visit us online... Connect with the City of Auburn on our website! 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