Skowhegan operates under the Town Manager/ Selectman type of government, with the town manager appointed by elected officials. The full service Town Administrative office is located at 225 Water Street. Skowhegan is also the County Seat for Somerset County, and is the home base for the Maine State Police, Sheriffs Department and District and Superior Court System.

Police Services

The Skowhegan Police Department is responsible for patrolling a geographical area of nearly 70 square miles, and is dedicated to providing the community with the highest possible standards of protection. Their highly trained staff and up-to-date technology assure efficiency and coordination with other departments throughout the state. They also work with local schools in a D.A.R.E. program that provides students with factual information on the harmful effects of gangs, drugs and the consequences of becoming involved in high-risk behavior.

Fire Department

Skowhegan residents and businesses enjoy security from a highly trained and well-equipped fulltime fire department and additional on-call firefighters. The department also offers fire prevention education and training.

Important Contact Numbers Skowhegan Area

Chamber of Commerce
207-474-3621 or 888-772-4392
www.skowheganchamber.com

Town of Skowhegan Municipal Office
207-474-6900
Emergency 911

Skowhegan Police Department
207-474-6908

Skowhegan Fire Department
207-474-6910

Maine Tourism Association
207-623-0363
www.mainetourism.com

Kennebec Valley Tourism Council
1-800-393-8629
www.kennebecvalley.org

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