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30-A ME Rev Stat § 3011 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 4: ORDINANCE AUTHORITY AND LIMITATIONS|Chapter 141: ORDINANCES|30-A §3011. Regulation of sport shooting ranges

 §3011. Regulation of sport shooting ranges 1.  Definition.  As used in this section, "sport shooting range" means an area designed and used for archery, skeet and trap shooting or other similar shooting sports and the shooting of rifles, shotguns and pistols.   [PL 1995, c. 231, §2 (NEW).] 2.  Limitation.  A municipal noise control or other ordinance may not require or be applied so as to require a sport shooting range to limit or eliminate shooting activities that have occurred on a regular basis at the range prior to the enactment date of the ordinance, as long as the range conforms to generally accepted gun safety and shooting range operation practices or is constructed in a manner not reasonably expected to allow a projectile to cross the boundary of the range.   [PL 2015, c. 433, §3 (AMD).] 3.  Expansion of activity.  Nothing in this section limits the ability of a municipality to regulate the location and construction of a new sport shooting range or a substantial change in use of an existing range on or after September 1, 2016.   [PL 2015, c. 433, §3 (AMD).] 4.  Maintenance and improvements.  A municipality may not restrict a sport shooting range established prior to September 1, 2016 from performing maintenance or otherwise making improvements to the sport shooting range and its buildings, structures and grounds with regard to:   A. Enhancing public safety and shot containment;   [PL 2015, c. 433, §4 (NEW).]B. Providing access for persons with disabilities and providing rest room facilities;   [PL 2015, c. 433, §4 (NEW).]C. Otherwise maintaining or improving the habitability of buildings and grounds, if such maintenance or improvements are otherwise in compliance with the municipality's generally applicable building codes and zoning ordinances; and   [PL 2015, c. 433, §4 (NEW).]D. Repairing or rebuilding a building or structure damaged by fire, collapse, explosion or an act of God, if such repairs or rebuilding is otherwise in compliance with the municipality's generally applicable building codes and is completed within 2 years of the loss or damage.   [PL 2015, c. 433, §4 (NEW).][PL 2015, c. 433, §4 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 231, §2 (NEW). PL 2015, c. 433, §§3, 4 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3012 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 4: ORDINANCE AUTHORITY AND LIMITATIONS|Chapter 141: ORDINANCES|30-A §3012. Radio antenna towers; construction in conformance with federal requirements

 §3012. Radio antenna towers; construction in conformance with federal requirements A municipality may not adopt or enforce any ordinance or regulation that is preempted by a Federal Communications Commission regulation that states that local regulations that involve placement, screening or height of radio antennas based on health, safety or aesthetic considerations must be crafted to reasonably accommodate amateur radio communications and to represent the minimum practicable regulation to accomplish the municipality's legitimate purpose.   [PL 1999, c. 269, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1999, c. 269, §1 (NEW).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3013 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 4: ORDINANCE AUTHORITY AND LIMITATIONS|Chapter 141: ORDINANCES|30-A §3013. Solar energy devices; ordinances

 §3013. Solar energy devices; ordinances A municipal ordinance, bylaw or regulation adopted after September 30, 2009 that directly regulates the installation or use of solar energy devices on residential property must comply with the requirements of Title 33, chapter 28-A. For the purposes of this section, "solar energy device" has the same meaning as in Title 33, section 1421, subsection 5.   [PL 2009, c. 273, §1 (NEW).]Revisor's Note: §3013. Ordinances regarding residency restrictions for sex offenders (As enacted by PL 2009, c. 351, §1 is REALLOCATED TO TITLE 30-A, SECTION 3014)SECTION HISTORY RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL). PL 2009, c. 273, §1 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 351, §1 (NEW).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3014 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 4: ORDINANCE AUTHORITY AND LIMITATIONS|Chapter 141: ORDINANCES|30-A §3014. Ordinances regarding residency restrictions for sex offenders (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 30-A, SECTION 3013)

 §3014. Ordinances regarding residency restrictions for sex offenders (REALLOCATED FROM TITLE 30-A, SECTION 3013)1.  Application and scope.  The State intends to occupy and preempt the entire field of legislation concerning the regulation of persons convicted of a sex offense in this State or in another jurisdiction. Except as provided in this section, a municipality may not adopt or enforce any ordinance or bylaw addressing persons who have been convicted of a sex offense in this State or in another jurisdiction that would impose on them restrictions or requirements not imposed on other persons who have not been convicted of a sex offense in this State or in another jurisdiction. As used in this section, "convicted of a sex offense in this State or in another jurisdiction" means a conviction for any current or former Maine crime listed in former Title 17, sections 2922 to 2924 or Title 17-A, chapter 11 or 12 or Title 17-A, section 556; a conviction for an attempt or solicitation of those listed crimes; or any conviction for any former or current crime in any other jurisdiction in which the person engaged in substantially similar conduct to that of the earlier specified current or former Maine crimes.   [RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL).] 2.  Residency restriction ordinance.  A municipality may adopt an ordinance regarding residency restrictions for persons convicted of Class A, B or C sex offenses committed against persons who had not attained 14 years of age at the time of the offense. Any such ordinance is limited as follows.   A. An ordinance may restrict only residence. It may not impose additional restrictions or requirements, including, but not limited to, registration and fees.   [RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL).]B. A municipality may prohibit residence by a sex offender up to a maximum distance of 750 feet surrounding the real property comprising:   (1) A public or private elementary, middle or secondary school;   (2) A municipally owned or state-owned park, athletic field or recreational facility that is open to the public where children are the primary users; or   (3) A municipally owned or state-owned property leased to a nonprofit organization for purposes of a park, athletic field or recreational facility that is open to the public where children are the primary users.   [PL 2017, c. 393, §1 (RPR).]C. An ordinance may not restrict the residence of a person who lived in an area restricted pursuant to paragraph B prior to the adoption or amendment of the ordinance.   [RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL).]D. An ordinance may not be premised on a person's obligation to register pursuant to Title 34‑A, chapter 15.   [RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL).][PL 2017, c. 393, §1 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY RR 2009, c. 1, §21 (RAL). PL 2013, c. 161, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 393, §1 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3101 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3101. Eminent domain power

 §3101. Eminent domain power A municipality may acquire real estate or easements for any public use by using the condemnation procedure for town ways, as provided in Title 23, chapter 304, subject to the following provisions. The limitations set forth in this section do not apply to any taking authorized by any other law.   [PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. A, §29 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]1.  Owner resides on land.  The municipality may not take any land without the consent of the owner if, at the time of the taking, the owner or the owner's family resides in a dwelling house located on the land.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 2.  Limitation on use.  Except as provided in paragraph A, land taken under this section may not be used for any purpose other than the purposes for which it was originally taken.   A. Land in any municipality which is taken for a public park may, by authority of a majority vote of the municipal legislative body, be conveyed to the Federal Government to become part of a national park.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).][PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 3.  Business relocation benefits.  Whenever the acquisition of real property pursuant to this section results in the displacement of a business or farm, the municipality shall provide payment for moving and related expenses as applicable under Title 23, section 244.   [PL 2005, c. 642, §4 (NEW).] 4.  Residence relocation benefits.  Whenever the acquisition of real property pursuant to this section results in the displacement of a person from a dwelling, the municipality shall provide payment for moving and related expenses, as well as replacement housing as applicable under Title 23, sections 244 to 244-C.   [PL 2005, c. 642, §4 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§A29,C8,C10 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 642, §4 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3102 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3102. Improvement of navigation and prevention of erosion

 §3102. Improvement of navigation and prevention of erosion A municipality may acquire real estate or easements by the condemnation procedure for town ways, as provided in Title 23, chapter 304, and may contract with the State Government and Federal Government to comply with requirements imposed by the Federal Government in authorizing any project which has been approved by the Governor for improving harbor and river navigation or preventing property damage by erosion or flood.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]1.  Municipalities may act jointly.  Two or more municipalities may act jointly in performing the operations authorized by this section.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 2.  Governor's power.  With regard to such a project, the Governor may:   A. Designate a state agency to make any investigation considered necessary;   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]B. Provide for the State's payment of up to 1/2 of the contribution required by the Federal Government, when the Legislature has made an appropriation for it; and   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]C. Make an agreement with the Federal Government to hold and save it harmless from resulting claims.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).][PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3103 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3103. Natural gas systems

 §3103. Natural gas systems 1.  Order.  To protect the health and safety of the public, municipalities which have natural gas distribution systems may, without hearing, order the gas company or natural gas pipeline company which distributes natural gas to shut down all or part of that system in any emergency. The municipality shall, by ordinance, set the procedure to be followed in ordering the shutdown.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 2.  Refusal.  If the distributing utility refuses to carry out the order given under authority of subsection 1, then the municipal officers may take appropriate action to ensure that the system or any part of the system is shut down. The municipal officers may prescribe criminal penalties for violation of the order.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3104 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3104. Abatement of nuisances

 §3104. Abatement of nuisances The municipal officers of a municipality may, in the municipality's name, file a complaint in any court of competent jurisdiction requesting the abatement of any public nuisance within the municipality.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3108 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3108. Asthma inhalers and epinephrine autoinjectors

 §3108. Asthma inhalers and epinephrine autoinjectors Municipal employees and volunteers that operate or assist in any municipal recreational program or camp may receive training on how to administer asthma inhalers and epinephrine autoinjectors as defined in Title 22, section 2150‑F, subsection 3. Municipal employees and volunteers may possess and administer prescribed asthma inhalers and epinephrine autoinjectors in order to provide emergency aid.   [PL 2019, c. 560, §5 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2007, c. 588, §1 (NEW). PL 2019, c. 560, §5 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3109 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3109. Broadcast television translator stations

 §3109. Broadcast television translator stations A municipality may receive federal grants or contributions for the construction and operation of a broadcast television translator station as described in 47 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 74.732 (2008). Two or more municipalities may act jointly in performing the operations authorized by this section.   [PL 2009, c. 117, §2 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 117, §2 (NEW).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3110 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 151: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|30-A §3110. Road-naming disputes

 §3110. Road-naming disputes Unless otherwise provided by local ordinance or charter, when there is a dispute over the naming of a town way, private way or private road for E-9-1-1 purposes, the decision of the municipal officers is final.   [PL 2009, c. 477, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 477, §1 (NEW).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3151 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 153: MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION|30-A §3151. Definitions

 §3151. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]1.  Municipal fire department.  "Municipal fire department" means an organized firefighting unit established under municipal charter, ordinance or bylaw to prevent and extinguish fires and, if authorized by charter, ordinance or bylaw, to provide emergency services.   [PL 1999, c. 570, §1 (AMD).] 1-A.  Provide emergency services.  "Provide emergency services" means to respond to and manage other public safety emergencies, including, but not limited to, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents or natural or man-made disasters.   [PL 1999, c. 570, §2 (NEW).] 2.  Municipal firefighter.  "Municipal firefighter" means an active member, whether full-time, part-time or on call, of a municipal fire department, who aids in the extinguishment of fires or an individual who receives compensation from the municipality for aiding in the extinguishment of fires.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 3.  Volunteer fire association.  "Volunteer fire association" means an organized firefighting unit incorporated under Title 13, chapter 81, or Title 13-B, and which is officially recognized by the municipality.   A. Any volunteer fire association incorporated under either Title 13, chapter 81, or Title 13-B, on or after January 1, 1978, shall be considered incorporated for the purposes of this section.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]B. The appropriation of money by a municipality toward the support of an organized firefighting unit incorporated under Title 13, chapter 81, or Title 13-B, is prima facie evidence of official recognition.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).][PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 4.  Volunteer firefighter.  "Volunteer firefighter" means an active member of a volunteer fire association who receives no compensation from the municipality other than injury and death benefits.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 570, §§1,2 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3152 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 153: MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION|30-A §3152. Fire protection

 §3152. Fire protection 1.  Methods of protection.  A municipality may provide fire protection by:   A. Maintaining a municipal fire department;   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]B. Supporting a volunteer fire association; or   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]C. Contracting with other governmental units for fire protection services.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).][PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 2.  Fire protection zones.  A municipality may establish administrative areas of the municipality for firefighting and fire protection purposes, to be served by one fire department or volunteer fire association, which shall be called "fire protection zones." Fire protection zones must be established by the vote of the municipal legislative body or by regulations adopted by the municipal officers if the municipal legislative body so provides.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3154 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 153: MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION|30-A §3154. Firefighters

 §3154. Firefighters 1.  Duties.  Firefighters are under a duty to extinguish all fires to which they are called, to protect lives and property endangered by fires and to carry out all other related activities as directed by the fire chief.   A. A firefighter may use a reasonable degree of nondeadly force when the firefighter reasonably believes that this force is necessary to carry out the duties under this subsection.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).][PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 2.  Training.  All firefighters shall attend training sessions as scheduled by the fire chief.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] 3.  Medical examinations.  No person hired after June 28, 1974 may serve as a full-time member of a municipal fire department unless the person has undergone a complete preemployment medical examination; nor may the person serve as a full-time member of a municipal fire department if, in the opinion of competent medical authority after examination, the person is not capable of performing the required duties.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).
30-A ME Rev Stat § 3155 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 30-A: MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES|Part 2: MUNICIPALITIES|Subpart 5: HEALTH, WELFARE AND IMPROVEMENTS|Chapter 153: MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION|30-A §3155. Municipal liability; demolished buildings

 §3155. Municipal liability; demolished buildings If the pulling down or demolition of any structure or appurtenance, except that in which the fire originated, is used to stop the spread of fire, the owner of that structure or appurtenance may recover reasonable compensation for its destruction from the municipality in a civil action.   [PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 1987, c. 737, Pt. C, §106 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD); PL 1989, c. 104, Pt. C, §§8, 10 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 737, §§A2,C106 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 104, §§C8,10 (AMD).