Absentee ballots became available for Bridgton’s registered voters on May 16.

Voter registration for residents will be held during the evenings of May 19 and June 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Bridgton Municipal Complex on Chase Street. Proof of residency will be required.

Who’s running

Four people are seeking two, three-year terms on the Bridgton Board of Selectmen and have returned nomination papers with the required number of signatures to Town Clerk Laurie Chadbourne.

Incumbent selectman Paul E. Hoyt is seeking to be re-elected to the Board of Selectmen, and also running are Bernard N. King Jr., Robert J. McHatton Sr., and Kenneth J. Murphy.

Brian J. Thomas is running unopposed for a one-year term as trustee of the Bridgton Water District.

Barry N. Gilman is seeking the three-year seat as a regular member of the Bridgton Planning Board. SAD 61

Budget vote

On May 24, School Administrative District 61 referendum will be held. Bridgton voters may go to the polls at the Town Hall on North High Street which will be open from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters may also register at the polls, however, you will need to provide proof of identity and proof of residency. These may include a photo driver’s license with a Bridgton address.