He was a selectman for 11 years, having first served in 1946. He also served as a Fish Commissioner for over 25 years. In the early 1950s he served on the school building committee which oversaw the initial development of the school. He also was a charter member of the Woolwich Historical Society. Should the voters approve this article, McElmans friends have committed to the purchase of a new basketball scoreboard with his name on it.
Friends say they already have half the money raised.
Donations can be sent to Barbara Billings, P.O. Box 265, Woolwich. The school committee presented their budget for the second time, Wednesday, May 2 at the Woolwich Grange. The budget includes two new positions, a part time assistant principals position and one special educational technician. According to Selectman David King the overall municipal budget is down close to seven percent. However the county taxes are up 53 percent.