City of Augusta

06/10/2026

AUGUSTA, MAINE – Based on initial results of the first-choice votes in the Primary Election, the Department of the Secretary of State announced today the following races will proceed to ranked choice voting tabulation after no candidate achieved a majority of first-choice votes cast:

06/10/2026

Venture Forward Augusta: A cohort-based program created by Northeastern University's Roux Institute to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners in scaling their businesses, exploring new markets, and building long-term sustainability through emerging technologies, hands-on workshops and mentorship.

The program runs from July 14th - September 1st and concludes with a community showcase. Applications are open through June 16th and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at roux.northeastern.edu/entrepreneurship/venture-forward/.

Program Schedule
Week 1: Kick-Off Event: Cohort Building & Growth Mindset
Week 2: Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency & Growth
Week 3: Market Expansion & Customer Discovery
Week 4: Business Model Optimization
Week 5: Strengthening Value Proposition & Pitching
Week 6: Product/Service Innovation & Iteration
Week 7: Scaling Operations & Team Development
Week 8: Final Presentation Showcase at the Roux Institute

06/09/2026

Augusta Planning Board Meeting

06/09/2026

Election Day!

State Primary Election, Special Municipal Candidate Election , and School Budget Validation Election

All Augusta Voters will vote at the Augusta Civic Center - 76 Community Drive.

Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Free, wheelchair-accessible transportation will be available throughout Election Day between the Augusta Civic Center and the City's former voting locations - Buker Community Center, Augusta City Center, and Cony High School, until the polls close. Questions about transportation? Contact Community Services Director Earl Kingsbury at (207) 626-2305 or email [email protected].

Absentee ballots must be returned by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day (06/09) to be processed and counted. Ballots can be placed in the Drop Box located outside the front entrance of City Hall (16 Cony Street) or dropped off in-person at the Augusta Civic Center (76 Community Drive).

For more election information, like sample ballots - you can visit augustamaine.gov/elections!

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Work is underway on the Water Street Pedestrian Safety Project, with construction being performed by Scully Construction.

This project focuses on the installation of curb extensions (bump-outs) which will shorten the crossing distance and increase visibility for pedestrians.

As part of this project, southbound traffic on Water Street will be detoured to Commercial Street and will allow for northbound traffic to travel on Water Street between Winthrop Street and Bridge Street on Saturday, June 13th. The closure is necessary to facilitate the installation of drainage infrastructure. There may be intermittent stoppages of traffic in order to facilitate the work, and if conditions become unsafe to keep northbound traffic open, a full closure and detour will be implemented. The contractor is hopeful to complete the work on Saturday, but work may carry into Sunday if needed. All properties will be accessible during this time. We apologize for the inconvenience. The remaining work is anticipated to have minimal impacts to traffic.

06/08/2026

Election Day - Tuesday, June 9th

June 9th - State Primary Election, Special Municipal Candidate Election , and School Budget Validation Election

All Augusta Voters will vote at the Augusta Civic Center - 76 Community Drive.

Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Absentee ballots must be returned by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day (06/09) to be processed and counted. Ballots can be placed in the Drop Box located outside the front entrance of City Hall (16 Cony Street) or dropped off in-person at the Augusta Civic Center (76 Community Drive).

06/05/2026

The City of Augusta is partnering with the Roux Institute at Northeastern University to launch Venture Forward Augusta, an eight-week program designed to help local entrepreneurs and small business owners grow their businesses.

Cohort members will take part in weekly workshops, receive mentorship, and gain access to hands-on support in areas such as marketing, business strategy, and technology. The program runs from July 14th through September 1st, and concludes with a community showcase.

Applications are open through June 16th and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at roux.northeastern.edu/entrepreneurship/venture-forward/.

06/04/2026

Business and Informational meeting of the Augusta City Council.

06/04/2026

Traffic Advisory: Cony High School Senior Parade

Join the City of Augusta in congratulating the Cony High School Class of 2026!

The Cony High School Senior Parade will take place tomorrow, June 5th, beginning at 6:30 PM, departing from Cony High School, located at 60 Pierce Drive.

The parade route will travel:
• West on Cony Street
• Through Cony Circle
• Across Memorial Bridge
• Through Memorial Circle
• South on Water Street
• East onto Cony Street
• Through Cony Circle and back to Cony High School

The parade will be escorted by the Augusta Police Department to help ensure the safety of participants and spectators. Motorists should expect brief traffic delays along the route and are encouraged to use caution, follow officer directions, and plan accordingly!