If you are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day, you may obtain an absentee ballot. If the bride and groom reside in two different communities, they apply in both communities. Maine does not require blood tests. The intentions must be on file in the Town Clerk's Office for at least 3 business days. The license is valid 90 days from the date the intentions are filed.
Municipal clerks file vital records for events which occur in the state of Maine.
A death certificate is filed in the municipality where the death occurred, and the municipality where the deceased resided. The Riverside Memorial Cemetery is located on Spurwink Avenue adjacent to the Spurwink Church. Residents and non-resident taxpayers may purchase lots. Non-residents and previous Cape Elizabeth residents may apply to the Riverside Trustees to purchase lots. Anyone interested in purchasing a lot should contact Debra Lane, Town Clerk.