Resident alleges false reports, FOIA problems and seeks accountability at public comment

During the public comment period, resident Mr. Boland addressed the commission at length with allegations about county staff and records handling.

Mr. Boland said he received a summary report from the sheriff’s office that, in his view, shows his actions were lawful. He alleged county staff filed false police reports against him, saying he met with the Penobscot County Sheriff and the Bangor Police Department who "said, 'Yep, we're filing the charges against the staff members here who made false police reports against me.'" He told the commission he had pursued a Freedom of Information Act request for records inspection but received a corrupted thumb drive, which he said damaged multiple computers when he plugged it in.

Mr. Boland asked the commission for accountability and said he had asked an administrator (named Andre in his remarks) to resign, requesting a resignation effective the next morning. The chair acknowledged the comments and said information had been provided as requested and that departments could bring forward future items for further review.

The allegations were made in public comment; no formal grievance or motion was made on the floor during the meeting record provided. The commission did not take action during the public session; the chair noted that follow‑up could occur through departmental channels and that some information had been provided to Mr. Boland earlier.

Next steps: Mr. Boland indicated he would pursue the matter with the district attorney’s office; county staff noted that departmental follow-up and formal records (including minutes) are the typical channels for review.