Frequently Asked Questions

Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Oakland Town Office accepts credit and debit cards. Please note: a 2.5% service charge will be added to all credit/debit payments to cover processing costs.  The minimum service charge is $1.00.

If private sale:
Previous title signed over to you, good bill of sale, current mileage and current proof of insurance.

If from a dealership:
Title application, bill of sale, current proof of insurance and current mileage. (if BRAND NEW, also bring in the window sticker.)

If you are new to Oakland you will also need proof of residency. 

Valid rabies certificate and proof of spaying or neutering.

Civic Ready Notification System: : 

https://portal.civicplus.com/ME-Oakland/notifications  

The Town of Oakland wants to be able to inform and communicate with citizens using CivicPlus Mass Notification System for official town matters.

Oakland operates under a Council–Manager form of government. The Town Council sets policy and legislative direction, and the Town Manager oversees daily operations.

Regular Town Council meetings are typically held twice per month. The Second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

Contact information for Town departments, elected officials, and staff is available on the Town website or by calling Town Office during business hours at 207-465-7357.

Voting takes place at the Oakland Fire Station which is the designated polling location for the Town.

You may register at Town Office anytime, at the polls on Election Day, or through the State of Maine’s online voter registration system.

Proof of identity – Driver’s license, student ID, passport or signed social security card

Proof of residency – Utility bill, a bank statement, a government check, a paycheck or other government document that shows the voter’s name and address can be satisfied with a piece of mail with the voter’s name and address (not solicitation/junk mail).

Absentee ballot applications are available at Town Office, by mail, or online through the State of Maine.

Property taxes are typically billed in July and are broken out into 4 installments. Due dates are listed on your tax bill and the Town website.

Contact the Assessing Office to discuss your assessment. 207-465-2750

Yes. Programs may include Homestead Exemption, Veterans Exemption, and other state-supported programs. Contact the Assessing Office for eligibility information.

During business hours, contact the Environmental Services Department at 207-465-7198 or Public Works at 207-465-2408. If you cannot reach anyone, call 207-465-2202 to report it.  

Reports can be submitted to the Town Manager at kmichaud@oaklandme.gov or by calling 207-465-7357

Most construction, renovations, and certain property improvements require permits. Contact the Code Enforcement Office before starting any work 207-465-2842.

Permit applications are available at Town Office and can be downloaded online.

Oakland does not have Zoning.  Ordinances are available on the Town Code Enforcement website.

Contact the Town’s Animal Control Officer Don Decker at 207-399-8135.

Yes. Maine law requires dogs to be licensed annually, which can be done at the Town Office.

Contact the Parks & Recreation Department or Town Office for availability and reservation procedures.

Program schedules and community events are posted on the Town website, social media pages, and at Town Office.

Submit a request to the Town Office. Some records may be available online.

Vital records can be requested through the Town Clerk’s Office.

Contact the Code Enforcement Office and Town Office to learn about permits and licensing requirements. A Business license is $10.00.

Yes. The Town works with regional and state partners to support business development. Contact Town Office for guidance. Oakland also has a Downtown TIF District.