ANNOUNCEMENTS
OWLS HEAD CONSERVATION COMMITTEE IS
having a PUMPKIN walk on October 29 & 30th , 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the PLAISTED preserve (kids please bring your parents).
If you want to carve a pumpkin or have some carved and would like to donate them for this event it would be welcomed.
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
are available at the Town Office. You can vote in person or fill out an application to take them home.
Click here to view Ballot
DOG LICENSES
The new dog tags are available. $6.00 for spayed and neutered/$11.00 for attached.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER HOURS:
Starting the week of October 4, 2021, the new hours will be Monday 3 to 5 PM and Thursdays 1:30 to 5 PM. Closed on Fridays.
OWLS HEAD TOWN OFFICE
As off October 1, 2021 our Town Office days and hours will be changing. We will be open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 to 5. We will be closed on Friday.
OWLS HEAD TOWN OFFICE
With the current increase in COVID 19 Infections we are Mandating that you put on a mask before entering this building. Lets all stay healthy and considerate.
Thank you for understanding.
RAPID RENEWAL
We finally have the capability of registering your vehicles on-line. Please use the link below to start the process:
http://www1.maine.gov/online/bmv/rapid-renewal/
Once you've completed it, within a few days, you will receive your registration and stickers in the mail from the State
THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION NOW
has a page on the Town's Website where you can learn about its mission, membersip, news and events, and an inventory of the Town's parks, public lands and walking trails, and their features. Click on "Community" and then "Conservation Commission".
OWLS HEAD VILLAGE LIBRARY
The Library will be open on Wednesdays, from 4 PM to 7 PM and Saturdays, 10 AM to 2 PM. Pat Stephen is the Librarian.
2020/2021 PROPERTY TAXES
The second installment is due and payable March 16, 2021 and the interest will be charged at 8.00% annually on all accounts unpaid November 16, 2021.
The Cemetery Committee
The Cemetery Committee is looking for new members. Please contact (594-7434) the Owls Head Town Office if you are interested.
2020 Mooring Fees
$50.00 Year Round Resident per year
$100.00 Non-Resident per year
(Year Round Resident of Owls Head)
FAQ’s
Address & Phone Number of Town Office
Physical Address:
Town of Owls Head • 224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854
207-594-7434 • Fax 207-594-7598
Mailing Address:
Town of Owls Head • 224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854
CASH AND CHECK ONLY AT THE TOWN OFFICE!
Emergency Numbers
Dial 911 or 207-596-6552
Fire Chief, Frank Ross: 207-594-4076
Animal Control Officer, William Demmons: 207-542-3057
Boat & Boat Trailer Registrations
Contact: Susan Wilson, Tax Collector @ Town Office. 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Harbor Questions: Adam Philbrook, Harbor Master 207-595-8220
ALL DOCUMENTED BOATS MUST PAY EXCISE TAX
Required for New Boat Registrations: Bill of sale, Maine registration numbers. State sales tax on purchase price of boat will be collected on private sales. Maine dealerships collect sales tax at time of purchase. Must have serial number.
Required for Boat Renewals: All boat registrations expire on December 31st yearly. Excise tax is computed on the boat’s age and length. The Inland Fisheries fees are based on the horsepower of the motor. Must have last registration.
Required for New Boat Trailer Registrations: Go to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Rockland Branch, 212 New County Road, Rockland, ME, 207-596-2255.
Required for Boat Trailer Renewals: Last year’s registration.
Dog Licenses
Contact: Susan Wilson, Town Clerk @ Town Office, 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Available at Town Office starting October 15th
Required for New License: Dog’s current Maine rabies certificate & spay or neutering certificates.
Required for Renewal: License your dog for the new year before January 1st.
A $25.00 late fee will be charged if not paid by February 1st.
Please bring a current rabies certificate
Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Contact: Susan Wilson, Town Clerk @ Town Office, 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Required for New License: Must be a resident of Maine for at least 3 months.
Required for Renewal: Bring evidence of a previous hunting (or archery) license or a Safe Hunter’s Card.
Marriage License
Contact: Susan Wilson, Town Clerk @ Town Office, 207-594-7434
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
We issue them if you are an Owls Head Resident or if both Bride & Groom reside outside of Maine. Please call and make sure that the Town Clerk is in when you are ready. We do not process these after 3:00 PM.
You will need Photo ID’s, certified copies of last divorce decree or death certificate of former spouse if applicable.
You’ll need to know your mother’s madiden names, the State or Country your parents were born in, your Officiant’s Name, Address, Phone Number and the Date of the Wedding.
The Licenseis only good for three months. If its not used in that time frame, it is voided and you’ll need to fill out the paperwork again.
Mooring Permits
Contact: Susan Wilson, Town Clerk @ Town Office, 207-594-7434
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Questions: Adam Philbrook, Harbor Master 207-595-8220
Required for New Permit Application: Complete & sign attached Mooring Permit Application.
Permit fee
$50.00 Year Round Resident per year
$100.00 Non-Resident per year
(Year Round Resident of Owls Head)
Required for Renewal: All renewals are due by June 30th every year.
Property Tax
Contact: Susan Wilson, Tax Collector @ Town Office, 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Real Estate and Personal Property Tax can be paid in full or in two installments.
The first installment is due by October 8, 2019. Interest at 8% will be charged on any balances due as of November 8, 2019.
The second installment is due by March 13, 2020. Interest at 8% still be charged on any balances due as of April 13, 2020.
Vehicle Excise Tax & Registrations
Contact: Susan Wilson, Tax Collector @ Town Office, 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Required for New Registration: Payment of excise tax is required on all vehicles in the town of residence before vehicle registration. Only if vehicle has be purchased from a Maine licensed dealer. Items needed at time of registration:
- Monroney Label or window sticker
- Blue copy of the title application
- previous registration of the vehicle traded or sold which plates are being transferred.
- Proof of insurance.
- Current mileage.
- Required for Renewal: Previous registration, proof of insurance and current mileage.
Rapid Renewal
We finally have the capability of registering your vehicles on-line.
Please use the link below to start the process:
http://www1.maine.gov/online/bmv/rapid-renewal/
Once you’ve completed it, within a few days, you will receive your registration and stickers in the mail from the State
ATVs & Snowmobiles Registrations
Contact: Susan Wilson, Tax Collector @ Town Office, 207-594-7434.
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Required for New Registration: A bill of sale, a 5.5% sales tax on the purchase price will be collected on private sales (dealerships collect sales tax at time of purchase). The ATV registration fee is $45.00 plus $2.00 agent fee. The snowmobile registration fee is $45.00 plus $2.00 agent fee.
Required for Renewal: The ATV renewal fee is $45.00 plus $1.00 agent fee. The snowmobile renewal fee is $45.00 plus $1.00 agent fee.
Voter Registration
Contact: Eleanor Stone, Registrar of Voters @ Town Office. 207-594-7434.
E-mail: secretary@owlshead.maine.gov
Alternate Contact: Susan Wilson, Deputy Registrar of Voters
E-mail: townclerk@owlshead.maine.gov
Maine allows you to use any of the following identification to register to vote:
- Government-issued photograph identification document or credential. A government-issued photograph identification document or credential, including, but not limited to, a current and valid United States passport, military identification, driver’s license or state identification; or
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Other government-issued identification document. A government-issued identification document without a photograph, including, but not limited to, a certified birth certificate or a signed social security card; or
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Other official documents. An official document, including, but not limited to, a document confirming eligibility determinations for public benefits, a utility bill, a bank statement, a government check, a paycheck or other government document that shows the name and address of the voter; or
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Maine ID or Driver’s License number, or last four of your social security number, if it is already in our computer system
You don’t need to have any particular item from the above list. For example, not having a government-issued photographic identification document does not prevent you from registering to vote in Maine. Any of the above works on its own!
You can register to vote at any time of the year (including Election Day) at the Owls Head Town Office. The Town Office is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, from 8:00 am to
5:00 pm.
Transfer Station (Solid Waste & Recycled Waste)
34 Buttermilk Lane
Thomaston, ME 04861
207-594-0748
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Click here for Fees & Guidelines
Stickers are available for sale at the OHST Transfer Station for $15.00 and are valid from January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020. Must show proof of residency.
Town Office
Physical Address:
Town of Owls Head
224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854
207-594-7434
Fax 207-594-7598
Mailing Address:
Town of Owls Head
224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854
Cash, Check or Credit Card (2.5 percent fee on credit cards)
Office Hours
M - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
T - 8:00 AM to 5:00PM
W - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
TH - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
F - Closed
Quick Contacts
Holidays 2021
New Year's Day
December 31
Martin Luther King Day
January 18
President’s Day
February 15
Patriot’s Day
April 19
Memorial Day
May 31
Independence Day
July 5
Labor Day
September 6
Indigenous People Day
October 11
Veteran’s Day
November 12
Thanksgiving
November 25-26
Christmas
December 24
Contact Us
Physical Address:
Town of Owls Head
224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854
207-594-7434
Fax 207-594-7598
Mailing Address:
Town of Owls Head
224 Ash Point Drive
Owls Head, ME 04854