Stephanie Sienkiewicz, At-Large City Councilor

10/28/2026

Augusta residents, early voting and absentee voting are now underway!

Early voting (in-person absentee) for the upcoming State General Election and Municipal Candidate & Referendum Election will be available through Thursday, October 29th, at Augusta City Hall, located at 16 Cony Street. Voting hours are Monday through Thursday, from 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM.

Residents may request an absentee ballot by:
• Calling the City Clerk’s Office at (207) 620-8165
• Visiting the Clerk’s Office in person during office hours
• Downloading a request form at augustamaine.gov/elections

If requesting a ballot by mail, please allow 2 to 5 days each way
for postal delivery. Ballots must be returned by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day to be counted.

Accessible voting options are available for voters with disabilities. Please contact the Clerk’s Office at (207) 626-2310 or [email protected] to request an accessible ballot.

10/28/2026

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10/28/2026

Today, we recognize and thank the dedicated first responders who answer the call when our communities need them most.

First responders are the firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, law enforcement officers, and dispatchers who are often the first to respond during emergencies. Their work requires courage, compassion, quick decisions, and the ability to remain calm in some of life's most difficult situations. They face long hours, unpredictable circumstances, and moments that can stay with them long after their shifts have ended.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Augusta Police Department and our dedicated Dispatchers, whose voices are often the first connection to help during an emergency. Your commitment, professionalism, and teamwork do not go unnoticed.

A special thank you to the incredible members of Augusta Fire-Rescue. Your dedication, sacrifices, compassion, and commitment to protecting and serving our community make a difference every single day. We are proud of the work you do.

To all first responders, thank you for answering the call, making the sacrifices, and being there when it matters most.

10/23/2026

A fantastic opportunity offered by our Recreation department!

Our Free basketball clinics are open for registration please use this opportunity for court time before the in-house seasons starts on January 4th. Schedule as follows Nov 30th-Dec 18th,
MONDAYS:
GIRLS GRADES 1 & 2 5:30P - 6:30PM
GIRLS GRADES 3 & 4 6:30PM - 7:30PM
TUESDAYS:
BOYS GRADES 3 & 4 6:30PM - 7:30PM
WEDNESDAYS:
BOYS GRADES 1 & 2 5:30PM - 6:30PM
THURSDAYS:
GIRLS GRADES 5 & 6 5:30P - 6:30PM
FRIDAYS:
BOYS GRADES 5 & 6 5:30PM - 6:30PM
There is no charge for these clinics, but you must register to participate please use the QR code or visit augustaparksrec.com

10/23/2026

**Traffic Alert**

Eastern Ave in Augusta is close between Spring Road and Cony Rd until further notice due to a serious crash. Please seek an alternate route. Both Spring Rd and Cony Rd remain open as a detour. We will update this post when the road is back open. Thank you everyone for your patience as we work through the investigation.

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

I so enjoyed attending the Municipal Candidates Forum hosted at Cony High School tonight. The students and Mr. Lippert put together thoughtful, insightful questions that spoke to the heart of many of the issues we are facing as a community. The students displayed poise and grace as moderators and our candidates reminded me why I love municipal politics.

There is so much nastiness happening in political worlds these days, but what I heard tonight was not that. Candidates addressed issues, made no personal attacks, and often agreed with one another. We all live here. We are neighbors in this beautiful city. It is a wonderful thing to be in a room with people who are offering to use their time to make that city even better.

I know there were issues with the audio in the room, so the recording may not be the best, but here it is if you want to give it a try.

Early voting is available now at City Hall Monday-Thursday, 7:15am-5:30pm. Get out and vote, and don't forget those "down ballot" races!

This is "Augusta Candidate Forum 2026" by CTV7 Augusta on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

10/20/2026

What an honor it was to be at this recognition assembly this morning! Señora Livingston truly embodies what it means to be community member in Augusta. Her impact is both broad and deep - it was clear just how many lives she has touched as all her current students came to the stage. Thank you, Gretchen, for caring for the children of our community so well.

I know Augusta has some of the best educators out there. I see it every day with my own children. It was wonderful to see this recognition acknowledge the excellence in our city and community. Cony students made us all proud with today with their respectful and enthusiastic engagement throughout the assembly. Thank you for bringing your best to this event today!

Augusta is a city with a lot of heart, grit, and compassion. I'm grateful for the embodiment of that this morning. I am so glad to call this place home and these people my neighbors. Have a phenomenal day, Augusta - it certainly started off on a high note!

Gretchen Livingston was presented the award during a surprise assembly at Cony and Middle High School Tuesday morning.

10/15/2026

I hope to see you at the Municipal Candidate Forum next Wednesday evening! It can be so hard to find information about our local races - this is an excellent opportunity to hear from the candidates who they are, why they are running, and what they hope to accomplish if they are elected. I have always been impressed by the quality of questions from our students at these forums. I hope you'll attend in person or watch the live stream to inform your vote this fall!

The Augusta Municipal Candidate Forum will be held on Wednesday, October 21, at 6:00 PM in the Cony Middle and High School Auditorium.

Organized by Cony High School’s AP U.S. Government class, the forum provides an opportunity for community members to hear directly from candidates running for municipal office and learn more about those seeking to represent Augusta residents.

The public is encouraged to attend. Those unable to attend in person can watch the forum live on our page, CTV7 Augusta, or on demand on vimeo.com/ctv7augusta.

Candidates Running for Municipal Office:

Board of Education
-Chair: William Clardy and Martha Witham
-At-Large: Colton Brann
-Ward 2: Sheldon Hussiere

City Council
-At-Large: Daniel Burns and Saunders Nash Callahan
-Ward 1: Robert Eric Austin
-Ward 4: Michael Karagiannes