Volunteers Wanted: Public Safety Building Committee

Dear Town of Lisbon Residents, 

As we consider a significant enhancement to our community's public safety infrastructure, your input is crucial. Based on the findings from the recent study by Port City Architecture, we are exploring the possibility of constructing a new Public Safety Building that would merge our police and fire departments under one roof. This project is still in the conceptual phase, and we need your help to decide its future.  

Why Your Participation Matters: This initiative is not merely about constructing a new facility; it's about making informed, responsive decisions that meet the specific needs of the Town of Lisbon. The recent study we conducted exposed critical deficiencies in our current infrastructure. As a member of the Public Safety Building Advisory Committee, your involvement will be crucial in evaluating these issues and advocating for solutions. You will play a key role in gauging community interest and educating our residents about the potential impacts and benefits of the project, ensuring that any action we take is thoroughly aligned with the community's needs and expectations. 

Volunteer Role: Committee volunteers will be essential in: 

• Evaluating the feasibility of the project based on community response and analysis. 
• Leading informational sessions to discuss what this project could mean for our community. 
• Gathering and reporting community feedback to influence the council's decision-making process. 

We're Looking For: Individuals passionate about community development and public safety, including but not limited to expertise in: 

• Public safety and emergency management 
• Architecture and construction 
• Community education and outreach 
• Local government and public policy 

Committee Responsibilities: 

• Review and understand the Public Safety Building study and related documents. 
• Organize and conduct public meetings to educate and gather feedback. 
• Provide advisory support to the town council. 
• Synthesize community opinions and provide structured feedback to the town council. 

Apply Now: Interested in making a difference? Please apply by May 14th. Access the board application here. Submit your completed form along with a brief personal statement about your interest in joining the committee using the upload file feature on the webform or in person at the town hall. 

Join Us in This Important Discussion 

Your involvement is vital to determining the path forward for the proposed Public Safety Building. By joining the Advisory Committee, you ensure our community's voices are heard and considered in these preliminary stages. 

Please consider reading the study before applying To fully understand the needs and scope of the project. A copy is available by following the read more link below. Hard copies are also available upon request at the town office. 

For more information, please contact the Town office. Let's work together to make the Town of Lisbon a safer, better-informed community. 

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve our community.