Town of Phillips

Credit/Debit cards are accepted at the town office or over the phone. Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. NOTE THIS DISCLAIMER.
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2025 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025
HELD AT THE PHILLIPS AREA COMMUNITY CENTER AT 21 DEPOT STREET AT 9 AM.
2025 WARRANT INFO NOTE ON ARTICLES SOLAR MORATORIUM RECALL ORDINANCE MARIJUANA LICENSING ORDINANCE
Zoning Ordinance draft Phillips Shoreland draft Shoreland Map
ANNUAL TOWN REPORTS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE TOWN OFFICE.
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A petition to form a Withdrawal Committee to investigate withdrawing from MSAD 58 was presented to the Phillips Select Board on April 22, 2025. A public hearing was held for this topic on May 5 prior to a special election that was held on May 20. Election results on forming a withdrawal committee are as follows: 71 yes, 64 no.
The Select Board have selected a petitioner, a citizen and a Select Board member for the withdrawal committee. A School Board member needs to be chosen amongst the current Phillips School Board directors.
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AS A FRIENDLY REMINDER:
The Town of Phillips has ordinances in place for parking on town ways. Please be mindful of these. Night Parking and Phillips Parking Ordinance.
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SANDY RIVER SOUTH BRANCH RESTORATION PLAN -Field Geology
Click here for an information write up on the December 2023 flood and the South Branch of the Sandy River along the Number Six Road.
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PARKER APPRAISALS WILL BE STARTING THE REVALUATION PROCESS ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024. Bob, Tim and maybe Jessica will be stopping by and knocking on doors to announce themselves. They will have property tax cards with them and will be looking for changes. They will verify what is on the tax card currently and delete or add changes as needed.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation while we work through this revaluation.
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2025 HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSING SCHEDULE
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PLEASE READ BELOW FOR OPEN POSITIONS
THE TOWN NEEDS POSITIONS FILLED ON THE APPEALS BOARD. Please consider filling out an application and sharing your time to serve on this board.
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Town of Phillips
Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/Laborer
The Town of Phillips is accepting applications for the position of full-time Truck Driver/Equipment Operator in its Public Works department. This position is a manual labor position requiring the operation of heavy trucks and motorized equipment used for maintenance of municipal roads, including snow and ice control. Preference is for Excavator and Grader Experience. A clean driving record is required and CDL Maine drivers license is preferred, though the Town will consider working with the right candidate to obtain this certification. A pre-employment physical, FMC clearance and chemical/drug screen test is required.
Applications can be obtained at the Town Office located at 124 Main Street, Phillips or online at phillipsmaine.com.
The Town of Phillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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THE TOWN OF PHILLIPS is working with THE NATURE CONSERVANCY to do a study on the flood events in our town. If you are interested in participating in sharing your experiences or have input, please notify the town office at 639-3561 to leave your name and contact information.
Town Departments
138 B Park Street
(207) 639- 3473
Emergency call 911
Fire
Chief Sean Allen
Town Government
Eugene Caton, Chair; Janet White, Vice Chair; Kenneth Bubier; Justin Vachon; vacancy
Meet 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 6 PM at the town office.
Current members meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6 PM at the town office. Occasional workshops occur later in the month.
Phillips representative meet at various locations and times. Check the MSAD 58 website for times.
Check out the page for more details of these boards and meeting times.

Phillips Area Microloan Program
Looking to start a new business or expand the one you have, and are in need of funds? If your business, or one that you want to start, is, or will be, located in the towns of Phillips, Avon or Madrid, you may be eligible for an affordable low-interest loan through the Phillips Area Micro-Loan Program. You do not need to reside in one of these towns, your business just needs to be located there.
Loans may be requested for as little as $2,500 or as much as $25,000. Loans may be used to acquire real estate, business equipment, building construction or renovation, etc. Loans can be used by home based businesses, cottage industries or home occupations as well as storefront operations.
For more information call the Phillips Town Office at 639-3561.
Visit this page for other helpful information and links that benefit our community
PHILLIPS PUBLIC LIBRARY website link
How do I...
From registering your vehicle to obtaining a marriage license. Check this page out for quick links or FAQ for these vital services.
General Assistance For emergency after hours General Assistance contact is 778-2680