HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-07-18 Government Operations Committee Minutes Government Operations Committee Minutes
Monday, July 18, 2022
Councilors in Attendance: Hawes (Chair), Yacoubagha,Tremble
Non-Committee Member Councilors: Fournier, Sprague, Leonard
Staff in Attendance: C. O'Donnell, B. Thomas,T. Willette, M. Hathaway, D. Bushey
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Hawes at 6:01 p.m.
1. Order: Donation accepting$1,000 from Gatorade to Parks & Recreation honoring Track
and Field Recipient Bangor High Junior Anna Connors
Parks and Recreation Director Tracy Willette introduced Anna Connors and provided an
overview of the donation. Anna was chosen as a Gatorade State Player of the Year for Track
and Field for her athletic excellence, academic achievement, and exemplary character.
Appreciation for Anna thinking of the Parks & Recreation Department was expressed.
A motion to approve and move to full Council was made by Councilor Tremble, seconded by
Councilor Yacoubagha, all in favor.
2. Discussion: Concerns Regarding Half Acre Night Club
Assistant City Manager O'Donnell and Assistant City Solicitor Thomas provided an overview
regarding citizen concerns being brought forth related to this establishment and included
some potential options for Council consideration. Both the owner of the establishment,
Patrick Brann, and representatives from nearby residence, Franklin Place, were present to
air their grievances and address concerns. There was significant discussion regarding this
topic, including questions for Police Chief Hathaway and Deputy Chief Bushey. It was
decided this item would be brought back for additional consideration at a future date.
3. Presentation on Services Related to Homelessness:Together Place Peer Run Recovery
Sean Faircloth, Executive Director of Together Place, provided an overview of the services
offered by this agency. They offer members intentional peer support and empower people
living with mental health challenges and/or substance use disorder to make informed
decisions about their recovery. They also do community work such as park clean ups at
Talbot Park.
For more information about this presentation, please visit Home-To�ether Place or
www.banqormaine.qov/homelessness. The presentation was also recorded and is available
for viewing at www.banqormaine.qov/video.
Meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:40 pm.