Maine § 2176. - Impact payments
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2176. — Impact payments, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2176.. Impact payments
In addition to payment in lieu of taxes provided in section 2175‑B, the bureau shall make impact payments to a municipality in which a solid waste disposal facility is located or, in the case of an unorganized territory, to the State Tax Assessor upon request by the community involved or by the State Tax Assessor. The bureau shall base its impact payments on measurable criteria including, without limitation: [PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §58 (AMD); PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §70 (AFF).]
1. Roads. Improvement, maintenance and repair of local roads directly affected by traffic to and from the facility;
2. Emergency response. Development and maintenance of adequate local emergency response capacity;
3. Monitoring. Financial support for on-site, municipally employed personnel or for other means determined necessary to enable the municipality to monitor the facility's compliance with state and local requirements; and
4. Other issues. Other issues determined on a case-specific basis by the applicant and bureau to be appropriate given the nature of the proposed facility.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2176.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2176. cover?
Section 2176. ("Impact payments") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 2176.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2176." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 2176. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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