Is it Worth it? SAD 61 voters to decide whether to keep validation referendum

Is it Worth it? SAD 61 voters to decide whether to keep validation referendum

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer SAD 61 currently uses a two-prong system to pass a budget. Step 1 is the district budget meeting, held in-person at Lake Region High School’s gym. Step 2 is the validation referendum vote, where citizens turn out to polling centers in Bridgton, Casco and Naples to cast ballots whether to accept or reject the district meeting outcome. The question is whether the validation vote is cost effective or even necessary. M…