Meet the Candidates - June 11th Election

Hello, my name is Tanner Storey and I am running for Town Council. I live on Middle Road with my wife Caitlin and our daughter Lily, who will be 1 year old in July. I am a 4th generation Cumberland resident, and I am seeking election to give back to the community that has welcomed and served my family for the better part of a century. I want to help Cumberland continue to grow in a sustainable and fiscally responsible manner without sacrificing the unique rural charm surrounding us. I am grateful to have this opportunity, and I look forward to working closely with our residents and other town council members to help build a bright and prosperous future for Cumberland!

 

 

 

 

Geoffrey Michalak was born and raised in Cumberland Maine and has continued to reside in Cumberland most of his adult life. While growing up, Geoffrey also had the opportunity to attend the fine school system Cumberland has become known for. After graduating from Greely, he continued his education at the University of Southern Maine where he earned a BS in Industrial Management. While attending USM, he worked for the Town of Cumberland's Public Works and Fire Departments. This work experience helped to define Geoffrey’s character early on which eventually brought him to Milton Cat where he is now the General Product Support Sales Manager for Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Geoff’s leadership style is based on the foundation of respect and transparency. He enjoys listening to multiple viewpoints and likes to think outside the box to produce innovative ideas and solutions before having to make tough decisions. One of Geoff’s key visions for the town is to build a foundation of sustainability so that all citizens have the option to remain in the town for as long as they desire. For this vision to occur, we will need to determine and review the future needs of the town and develop creative solution to solve tomorrow’s problems.

 

 

 

 

Town Resident: 47 yrs

Planning Board, LCC Commission, Coastal Waters Commission

16 years Town Council previously, 22yrs Board of adjustments and Appeals previously

Why am I running:

I am Dr. Jeffrey DiBartolomeo, and I’m running for the MSAD 51 school board.  As the father of a Greely student and a finance professor at USM, I am deeply invested in the success and of our schools.  I firmly believe that all community members and stakeholders should have a say in the direction of the school district, and that the school board should be accountable to parents and taxpayers.  When the new K-2 school proposal was presented to the voters last year, I think most of us felt a collective sense of sticker shock.  And when the school proposal failed to pass, it became evident to me that MSAD 51 needs more board members who are fiscally sensible while meeting the needs of a top-performing district.  My background in finance and as an educator provides me with the necessary skills to practice responsible budgeting and resource allocation to keep MSAD 51 at the top while managing its growth.

Jesse Lamarre-Vincent is running for MSAD #51 School Board to ensure both current and future students are offered the best opportunities for success in their educational journeys. He’s lived in Cumberland since 2017 with his wife and two young children - an incoming third grader and kindergartner at Mabel I. Wilson in 2024-2025. Jesse is actively involved in the community with the town’s Lands and Conservation Commission (LCC) as the Chair of the Cumberland Community Orchard Subcommittee and member of the Sustainability Subcommittee. He is passionate about health and wellness, and as a School Board member will look for opportunities to 1) enhance healthy and locally-sourced options within the school meals program, 2) support social and emotional learning programs, and 3) foster an inclusive, welcoming school community. As a federal government auditor with a Master’s in Public Policy, Jesse also understands the importance of fiscal responsibility and data-driven decision making. He knows there are always opportunities for improvement that can be identified through listening to a wide range of voices, asking probing questions, reviewing data, and engaging in detailed analysis. With a thoughtful approach to the school budget and campus growth, MSAD #51 can continue to build on its tradition of excellence. Strategic investments in MSAD #51 will impact future generations, as well as property values, as we maintain Cumberland as an attractive school district for young families. Jesse is proud to be a Cumberland resident, and is an enthusiastic supporter of MSAD #51. He looks forward to supporting its continued success as a School Board member.