City Charter Wording Raises Eligibility Questions for New Council Member
Jayna Smith
In the November 5, 2024, election, Calais voters re-elected incumbent James Macdonald and welcomed newcomer Pete Foster to the city council, each for a three-year term. However, Foster’s employment with the Calais School Department sparked a discussion at the November 7 City Council Organization Meeting, questioning whether his role aligns with the city’s charter prohibitions.
