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Resident urges selectmen to check legality of possible asylum-related ordinance
Summary
A resident raised concerns about pursuing an ordinance that would restrict asylum seekers in Whiting; selectmen said they would consult the Maine Municipal Association and state law to determine whether such an ordinance is possible.
During public discussion on Oct. 21, resident Amy Marsh told the selectmen she was concerned about the possibility of drafting an ordinance to prohibit mandating that people be able to seek asylum in Whiting. The board said it has Marsh’s letter and would consult with the Maine Municipal Association (MMA) and state law to determine whether such an ordinance is legally possible.
The minutes do not record a motion or vote on the matter. Selectmen framed the item as one requiring legal review; no timetable for follow-up was recorded in the minutes.
The meeting record shows the selectmen acknowledged Marsh’s concern and identified the next step as seeking guidance from MMA and from state law to clarify whether the town could pursue an ordinance on the issue.
