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January 9 Agenda Item 1
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Last Updated: 2011/12/8
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Last Updated: 2011/10/6
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Last Updated: 2011/10/6
Subject:
Order to enact a new ordinance regarding residency restrictions for sexual offenders.

ACTION: Council action is anticipated.
Summary:
The Falmouth Police Department is requesting the enactment of an ordinance restricting the residence of convicted sex offenders within 750 feet of schools and municipally owned playgrounds.  The Town is permitted to place these restrictions under M.R.S.A. Title 30-A, Sec 3014, a copy of which is attached.  Enacting this Ordinance will provide the Falmouth Police Department management and enforcement capabilities.  

A staff memo from Police Chief Ed Tolan including the statutory language, an introduction letter and a copy of the proposed amendments are attached.