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35-A ME Rev Stat § 6505 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6505. Terms and conditions for property taken

 §6505. Terms and conditions for property taken 1.  Accommodation of the owner and taker.  The county commissioners in awarding damages for property taken by eminent domain, upon the application of the owner or the taker, may prescribe terms and conditions, for the use of the property taken, that will best accommodate the owner and the taker.   [PL 1989, c. 159, §10 (AMD).] 2.  Appeal.  In the case of appeal by either party, the only question in issue shall be the amount or measure of damages on the terms and conditions imposed by the commissioners.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 159, §10 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6506 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6506. County commissioners' report

 §6506. County commissioners' report 1.  Contents of the report.  The county commissioners shall, at a regular meeting, make a report of their general estimate of damages and cause it to be recorded. In their report, the commissioners shall state specifically:   A. The terms and conditions imposed by them; and   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).]B. The rights and obligations of each party.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).][PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Notice of damage award.  After the report has been recorded, the county commissioners' clerk shall prepare a notice to each person stating the amount of damages awarded to that person. An officer shall serve the notice on those residing in the State. Notice to others must be by publication 3 weeks successively in a newspaper printed in the county. If there is no newspaper printed in the county, the notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the area where the property is located.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §428 (COR).] 3.  Expense of notice.  The expense of the notice shall be added to the costs of the proceedings which the taker shall pay.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §428 (COR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6507 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6507. Appeals

 §6507. Appeals 1.  Aggrieved person may appeal within 30 days of report.  A person aggrieved by the county commissioners' decision as to damages for property taken may appeal to the Superior Court in the county where the property is situated, within 30 days from the date the commissioners' report is made.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Complaint and notice of appeal.  The appellant shall:   A. Include in the complaint a statement setting forth substantially the facts of the case; and   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).]B. Give written notice of the appeal with a copy of the complaint to the opposite party.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).][PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 3.  Court to determine amount of damages.  The court shall determine the amount of damages by a committee of reference if the parties agree or by a jury verdict. The court shall render judgment and issue execution.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 4.  Recovery of costs.  The parties may recover costs as follows.   A. If the owner appeals and the damage finally recovered is not more than the county commissioners' award, the taker shall recover costs from the time of appeal, otherwise the owner shall recover costs.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).]B. If the taker appeals and the damage finally recovered is not less than the county commissioners' award, the owner shall recover costs from the time of appeal, otherwise the taker shall recover costs.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).][PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 5.  Additional review.  An appeal may be taken to the Law Court as in other actions.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6508 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6508. Deposit of awards

 §6508. Deposit of awards When the proceedings are closed, the taker may deposit with the clerk of the court the amount of damages awarded with interest to the time of deposit, which shall be in full satisfaction of all claims, unless a demand has been made previously and payment neglected.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6509 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6509. Damages remaining unpaid; proceedings

 §6509. Damages remaining unpaid; proceedings 1.  Damages unpaid for more than 30 days.  When the damages remain unpaid for more than 30 days after they are due and demanded or the security is not deposited, the owner may file in the Superior Court a complaint praying for an injunction against the use or occupation of the owner's property taken.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §429 (COR).] 2.  Proceedings for damages not commenced within 3 years.  If proceedings for an estimation of damages are not commenced within 3 years and the owner of the property files a complaint for them, the court may estimate the damages, decree their payment and issue an execution for the amount.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 3.  Court may issue an injunction prohibiting use.  The court, after summary notice to the taker and upon proof of the facts, may, without any bond filed, issue an injunction prohibiting the taker's use and occupation until the taker pays all damages and costs. If payment has not been made within 90 days, the court may issue a permanent injunction and all rights acquired by taking the property cease and the owner may maintain an action for its recovery and protection.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §430 (COR).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §§429, 430 (COR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6510 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6510. Service of injunction

 §6510. Service of injunction 1.  Injunction may be served on a person who is not a party.  An injunction issued against a person may be served on that person whether or not that person is a party to the action, and that person is liable to all the penalties and consequences provided for a breach of the injunction.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §431 (COR).] 2.  Violation of injunction.  The court may order a person who violates the injunction, after service, or who uses the property to show cause at a time fixed why a decree should not be entered and execution issued against that person and that person's goods and estate for the damages, interest, costs and additional damages and costs for breach of the injunction.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §431 (COR).] 3.  Court may enter decree.  Upon service and return of the order, the court may enter a decree that is just and equitable against the person and issue execution accordingly or may proceed against the person for breach of injunction.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §431 (COR).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §431 (COR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6511 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6511. Failure to apply for assessment not a waiver

 §6511. Failure to apply for assessment not a waiver The property owner's failure to apply for the assessment of damages within 3 years may not be held to be a waiver by the property owner of compensation for property taken by eminent domain.   [RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §432 (COR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). RR 2021, c. 1, Pt. B, §432 (COR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6512 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 65: PROPERTY TAKEN FOR PUBLIC USE AND ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGES|35-A §6512. Proceedings to correct defect in taking by eminent domain

 §6512. Proceedings to correct defect in taking by eminent domain When a taking or attempted taking by eminent domain has been adjudged defective either from formal errors in proceedings or substantial error, judgment of ouster or writ of possession shall be stayed as follows.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).]1.  Formal errors.  If the error is a formal error in proceedings, the judgment or writ shall be stayed until the utility exercising the right of eminent domain has an opportunity to retake pursuant to the act conferring the right.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Substantial error.  Failure to provide, in an act expressly conferring the right of eminent domain, for an act necessary to carry out the taking is a substantial error and the plaintiff shall be given judgment of title. If the error is substantial, the judgment of ouster or writ of possession shall be stayed until remedial legislation is passed at the session of the Legislature following the rendition of judgment and a new taking had pursuant to the amended Act.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] 3.  New taking; civil action not stayed.  The new taking shall be had within 90 days from the rendition of the judgment when the error is merely formal and within 6 months from the adjournment of the Legislature following the rendition of judgment when the error is substantial. Nothing in this section precludes or stays a civil action for damages, and the owner of the land may maintain a civil action for damages as if in possession.   [PL 1987, c. 141, Pt. A, §6 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6701 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6701. Necessity of taking determined

 §6701. Necessity of taking determined The owner of property which is subject to appropriation for public purposes by a water utility, upon hearing, may have the commission determine the necessity of the appropriation.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6702 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6702. Petition by owner

 §6702. Petition by owner The owner of the property, within 30 days after the beginning of condemnation proceedings, may file with the commission a petition for a decision as to the necessity of the appropriation. A copy of the petition and order of notice, attested by the administrative director, shall be served on the defendant.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6703 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6703. Proceedings before commissioners

 §6703. Proceedings before commissioners 1.  Hearing.  The commissioners shall fix a time for a hearing, inside the county where the property is situated, and give written notice of the hearing to the owner and to the water utility seeking to acquire the property. At the hearing, all parties in interest shall be heard either in person or by attorney, and witnesses may be summoned by either party and attendance compelled as before other judicial tribunals.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).] 2.  Burden of proof.  The burden of proof to show the necessity of the particular taking rests on the party seeking to acquire the property.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).] 3.  Commission's decision.  The decision of a majority of the commissioners is final as to questions of fact.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6704 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6704. Condemnation proceedings by water utility

 §6704. Condemnation proceedings by water utility Upon the commencement of condemnation proceedings, the utility seeking to acquire property, unless otherwise provided by law, may file a petition asking that the necessity of the taking be determined. After the petition is filed, the proceedings shall be the same as in the case of a petition by the landowner.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6704-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6704-A. Notice requirements for taking of land for water treatment facilities

 §6704-A. Notice requirements for taking of land for water treatment facilities A water utility that proposes to initiate condemnation proceedings for the purpose of acquiring land for the construction of a water treatment facility shall:   [PL 1989, c. 789 (NEW).]1.  Notice to public.  No less than 90 days prior to the initiation of condemnation proceedings, provide notice to the public stating that the construction of a water treatment facility is being considered and identifying the area or areas that are being considered for that construction by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the county and affected area in which the property is located;   [PL 1989, c. 789 (NEW).] 2.  Notice to municipal officers.  No less than 60 days prior to the initiation of condemnation proceedings, provide written notice to the municipal officers of each municipality in which the land proposed to be taken by eminent domain is located. This notice must state clearly that the construction of a water treatment facility is being considered and identify the area or areas that are being considered for that construction; and   [PL 1989, c. 789 (NEW).] 3.  Notice to landowners.  No less than 60 days prior to the initiation of condemnation proceedings, provide written notice to each owner and all abutters of land proposed to be taken by eminent domain. This notice must state that the construction of a water treatment facility is being considered and identify the area or areas that are being considered for that construction. This notice must also state clearly in nontechnical language the rights of each landowner in the proposed condemnation proceedings, including any rights of appeal, and provide the name, address and telephone number of the appropriate state agency to assist the landowner in the proceedings.   [PL 1989, c. 789 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 789 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6705 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6705. Validation of proceedings

 §6705. Validation of proceedings All plans and descriptions of land and all descriptions of other property taken by a water utility for its purposes and uses, filed in the office of the county commissioners of the county where the land or other property is situated, prior to March 9, 1889, are valid and legal for all purposes of taking.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6706 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 67: CONDEMNATION BY WATER UTILITIES|35-A §6706. Water utility line crossing railroad right-of-way

 §6706. Water utility line crossing railroad right-of-way Wherever a line or main of a water utility is located and about to be constructed across the right-of-way of a railroad, unless the officers of the water utility agree with the corporation operating the railroad as to the time, place, manner and conditions of the crossing, the commission upon petition of either party, after notice and hearing, shall determine the time, place, manner and conditions of the crossing. All the work within the limits of the railroad shall be done under the supervision of the officers of the corporation operating the railroad and to the satisfaction of the commission. The water utility shall bear the expense of the work. The commission shall report its decision in the same manner as in the case of highways located across railroads and subject to the same right of appeal.   [PL 1987, c. 490, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 141, §A6 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 490, §B17 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6801 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6801. Definitions

 §6801. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]1.  Regional water council.  "Regional water council" means a nonprofit corporation established for the benefit of 2 or more water-related entities pursuant to this chapter, where at least one of the organizing members is a water utility.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §1 (AMD).] 2.  Water-related entity.  "Water-related entity" means a water utility or a municipal or quasi-municipal entity owning, controlling, operating or managing sewer, sanitary or storm water works.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 58, §1 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6802 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6802. Regional water councils authorized

 §6802. Regional water councils authorized Two or more water-related entities may organize a regional water council by forming a nonprofit corporation under Title 13-B, as long as one of the organizing members is a water utility. The membership of a regional water council is restricted to water-related entities. A water utility is not required to become a member of a regional water council.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §2 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 58, §2 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6803 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6803. Council organization

 §6803. Council organization The organizational documents of a regional water council must provide for representation of each member. The documents must specify the organizational structure, the method of withdrawal, the method of terminating the council and the grounds for suspension of members.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §3 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 58, §3 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6804 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6804. Powers

 §6804. Powers 1.  Powers.  A regional water council may:   A. Study an issue common to 2 or more of the members of the regional water council that it considers appropriate, including, but not limited to, matters affecting water supply, watershed protection, water use policies, regional economic conditions and future development;   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]B. Promote cooperative arrangements and coordinate action among members of the regional water council, including, but not limited to, providing purchasing, billing, accounting and customer services;   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]C. Make recommendations for review and action to the members of the regional water council and other public agencies that perform functions within the region; and   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]D. Exercise its powers and authority as a nonprofit corporation under Title 13-B as necessary or desirable for dealing with issues of local or regional significance to its members, except that it may not exercise any power or authority that would cause the regional water council to become a water-related entity within this State.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §4 (AMD).][PL 2017, c. 58, §4 (AMD).] 2.  Status.  A regional water council is a nonprofit corporation and is not a governmental entity and is subject to all laws governing nonprofit corporations.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Standing committee.  A regional water council, by appropriate action of the governing bodies of its members, may establish a standing committee to prepare and maintain a comprehensive regional water plan.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 58, §4 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6805 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6805. Bylaws

 §6805. Bylaws A regional water council shall adopt bylaws designating the officers of the council and providing for the conduct of its business.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6806 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6806. Staff

 §6806. Staff A regional water council may employ staff and consult and retain experts that it considers necessary.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6807 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6807. Finances; annual report

 §6807. Finances; annual report 1.  Expenses.  The members of a regional water council may contribute funds to meet the expenses of the council. Services of personnel, use of equipment and office space and other necessary services may be accepted from members as part of their financial support.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §5 (AMD).] 2.  Funds; limitation.  A regional water council may accept funds, grants, gifts and services from:   A. The Federal Government;   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]B. The State or its departments, agencies or instrumentalities;   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]C. Any governmental unit not specified in paragraph A or B, whether participating in the regional water council or not; and   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]D. Private and public sources.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).]A fund, grant, gift or service of the State or its departments, agencies or instrumentalities otherwise available to water-related entities may not be made conditional on a water-related entity's membership in a regional water council.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §5 (AMD).] 3.  Report.  A regional water council shall make an annual report including a statement of financial activities to the member water-related entities. The report must be filed with the Public Utilities Commission and the drinking water program of the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 2017, c. 58, §5 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 58, §5 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 6808 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 6: WATER|Chapter 68: REGIONAL WATER COUNCILS|35-A §6808. Coordinator

 §6808. Coordinator 1.  Public Utilities Commission.  The commission may receive, obtain and distribute state, federal or other funds supporting regional water council tasks and may provide assistance to regional water councils as appropriate. This subsection does not require the commission to determine the appropriate disbursement of state, federal or other funds among members of a regional water council and does not prohibit a regional water council from obtaining, receiving or disbursing funds without commission involvement.   Nothing in this chapter limits the commission's jurisdiction or authority over water utilities that are members of regional water councils.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Rulemaking.  The commission may adopt rules to establish procedures and audit requirements related to the requirements of this section. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2-A.   [PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 209, §1 (NEW).