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Planning Board continues review of electric bus charger plan after safety, visual and utility capacity questions

5128677 · July 2, 2025
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The Saco Planning Board continued the public hearing for a proposal to install electric bus chargers at 138 Main Street to July 15 after board members, staff and the applicant agreed to supply more detailed landscaping, electrical and fire-safety information.

The Saco Planning Board on July 1 continued its public hearing for a site-plan amendment to install two on-route battery-electric bus chargers at 138 Main Street until July 15, asking the applicant for additional details on landscaping, fencing, emergency shutdown locations and electrical easements.

Board members said the site walk earlier the same day clarified some installation details but left open concerns about visual compatibility with the nearby transportation center, capacity of the electrical service and public safety during charging events.

City Planner Emily Cole Plescott told the board staff and consultants walked the site with the applicant and the deputy fire chief and would provide notes and…

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