Raymond Short-Term Rental Initiative

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Together, we can keep Raymond livable.

Support us as we move toward Town Meeting.

We can't stop change, but we can ensure that it doesn't destroy our way of life.

We can't stop change, but we can ensure that it doesn't destroy our way of life.

We can't stop change, but we can ensure that it doesn't destroy our way of life.

We need your help to ensure that the peaceable enjoyment of our neighborhoods remains a top priority.  Short-term rentals pose a very real threat to our community if they're allowed to proliferate without guardrails, it will impact the character of Raymond.  We have developed an ordinance that balances the concerns of short-term rental owners with those of the full-time residents and neighbors.  

Petition Signed! Thank you!

We can't stop change, but we can ensure that it doesn't destroy our way of life.

We can't stop change, but we can ensure that it doesn't destroy our way of life.

We've developed a petition to compel the Board of Selectmen to call a Town Meeting to debate and vote on our draft ordinance for the licensing and regulation of short-term rentals.  The petition was presented to voters at the Presidential Election polling place, and we believe we have the requisite number of signatures to proceed.  Thank you to all who filled out our survey and those who followed up with us at the election to sign the petition.  We couldn't move forward without help from our fellow citizens.

Attend Town Meeting when it is announced

Attend Town Meeting when it is announced

Attend Town Meeting when it is announced

We believe we now have the signatures to ask the town to either call a Special Town Meeting to discuss and vote on the proposed ordinance or add it to the regular Town Meeting warrant.  We need as many concerned citizens as possible to come out and be heard on this matter.  The fact that we don't have an ordinance leaves the town open to outside commercial influences that are only interested in profiting from our natural resources, while contributing little to maintaining the peace and tranquility of our neighborhoods.

Vote in favor of this balanced ordinance

Attend Town Meeting when it is announced

Attend Town Meeting when it is announced

This is a zoning issue.  These are mostly un-hosted businesses operating in Residential Zones.  The state has encouraged towns to deal with STR issues through local ordinances.  We're confident that you'll see the benefits of licensing and will support this balanced ordinance.  We can't stop changes from coming to our community, but if we're smart, we can build another source of municipal income while we remain a beautiful, respectful community for the peaceable enjoyment of all.  

Resources for those impacted by STRs.

Town Manger: Sue Look

Sue Look is the new Town Manager and we recommend that you post all complaints through her office.
(207) 655-4742 x131
(207) 650-9001 (cell) 

Select Board Members:

 

  • Rolf Olsen: rolf.olsen@raymondmaine.org
  • Sam Gifford: Leegifford3@gmail.com
  • Teresa Sadak: teresa.sadak@raymondmaine.org
  • Derek Ray:  derek.ray@raymondmaine.org
  • Denis Morse: denis.morse@raymondmaine.org


You may also contact the Select Board through the Town Manager, but be sure to include the line "To the Select Board Members through the Town Manager", to ensure they receive it.

Code Enforcement Officer (CEO)

Office Phone:

(207) 655-4742 x 161


Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector

Chris Hanson- CEO


Please report all immediate code violations to Chris Hanson for action.

Animal Control

 Animal Control Officer
Jessica Jackson
Dispatch: (800) 501-1111


You can contact Animal Control for issues with Short Term Rental guests who don't obey the Barking Dog Ordinance or create a nuisance in your neighborhood.

Cumberland County Sherrif

Mailing Address: 

36 County Way
Portland, ME 04102

Phone:

(207) 774-1444


You can contact the Cumberland County Sherrif if you need to address issues of safety, trespass criminal behavior or disturbing the peace or disorderly conduct.   Please, also ensure that you inform the Town Manager of each incident you report to the Sherrif's office.  

Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife

 Report a Violation


As game wardens work to protect our precious natural resources, we rely on the public to be an extra set of eyes and ears. If you witness a violation or suspect illegal activity, please report!

To reach a Game Warden 24-hours a day, please contact the dispatch center nearest you:

Augusta 1-800-452-4664

Bangor 1-800-432-7381

Houlton 1-800-924-2261

You can also report a violation anonymously through Maine Operation Game Thief by visiting maineogt.org or calling 1-800-ALERT-US (1-800-253-7887)

Please be sure to report reckless or intoxicated boat operation and all wildlife harassment or environmental concerns to the Town Manager as well.

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