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January 24, 2011

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DPAC News
Greetings!

The workshops on Form Based codes are underway with a session tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Mobius with code writers Robert Orr and team.  Please join us tonight and next Monday and Tuesday.

WORKSHOP SET #3: MONDAY, JANUARY 24.
 
Please join us for the third set of twelve workshops planned over the next five months to talk about Form Based Codes and how they should work in Damariscotta. 
 
FORM BASED CODES WORKSHOP #3 with Consultant Robert Orr and Team
The Robert Orr code writing team will be in Damariscotta on Monday, January 24 and Tuesday, January 25 to begin the code writing process with the Town. Much of their time will be working in town, taking measurements, writing and editing the code, drawing, and meeting with staff, etc.  There are two opportunities for the public to particpate.
 
January 24, 2011  (TONIGHT!)

6:30-8:30 pm   Public Workshop on Form Based Codes and the Code Writing process. Q & A. Mobius Community Room  (next to Rising Tide and across from Yellowfront)

                                                                                                     

On January 25, 2011, code writers will be at the minucipal building all day working with staff and DPAC members to fine tune the code.


We want your ideas to make this the best code for Damariscotta! For more information contact dpac@damariscottame.com or speak to any DPAC member or Town Manager Greg Zinser.

 

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FORM BASED CODES WORKSHOPS SET #4
MONDAY, JANUARY 31 and FEBRUARY 1
The fourth set of twelve workshops planned over the next five months will be on January 31 and February 1. 
  
FORM BASED CODES WORKSHOP SET #4 with Consultant Paul Dreher

January 31, 2011

1:00 - 4 pm  Public discussion on early drafts of code (Town Offices)

6:30-8:30 pm Public Workshop on early drafts of code (Mobius)
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February 1, 2011 Cafe Session: Drop in between 9:30 am and 11: 30 am at the  Maine Coast Bookstore. 

Consultant Paul Dreher will also be meeting with small groups and individual stakeholders and property owners to discuss the opportunities the new code provides them.

             
MORE WORKSHOPS PLANNED
 
Over the next 5 months we have planned 8 more workshops with consultant Paul Dreher and code writing consultant Robert Orr. You will have many opportunities to learn about Form Based Codes, how they can work in Damariscotta, and why they are a good tool for the town and for property owners as well as the opportunity to add your opinions to how the code should be shaped.
The tentative schedule is:
·  January 24: Workshop #3: Developing Damariscotta's form based codes with Robert Orr
·  January 31-Feb 1: Workshop #4: Discussing early drafts of codes with Paul Dreher
·  February 21-22: Workshop #5
·  March 7-8: Workshop #6
·  March 21-22: Workshop #7
·  April 4-5: Workshop #8
·  April 18-19: Workshop #9
·  Workshops #10 and #11 to be announced
·  May 2: Solidify language
·  May: Public Hearing
·  June 14: Town Wide referendum Vote

Please become part of the process. Join in these discussions.
The schedule is subject to change due to weather or other situations. Visit www.damariscottame.com for up to date information, times and locations.

Please forward this information to your friends, neighbors and colleagues who may be interested in hearing more about DPAC and the future of Damariscotta. 
 
Sincerely,
Jane Lafleur
Damariscotta Heart and Soul Coordinator
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