Frequently Asked Questions

Only residents of Bangor may borrow the pole pruners. Proof of residency will be required.

Extendable pole pruners.

Pole pruners are only loaned to residents for one week.

The City of Bangor has purchased 5 sets of pole pruners to start the program. If there is great interest, additional investments may be made in equipment.

Call 207-992-4500, or stop by Public Works, to see if pole pruners are available for loan. If all pruners have already been loaned, you can put your name and contact information on a waiting list. As poles become available, residents will be called and allowed 24 hours to respond whether they still want to borrow a pruner. After 24 hours, Public Works will move on to the next person on the waiting list.

Pole pruners not returned in one week will result in the borrower being liable for $1/day fine. After 30 days, the pole pruner will be considered stolen and the borrower will be responsible for the full replacement cost.

Damage from misuse or negligence will result in the resident being responsible for the full replacement cost.

A copy of the loan agreement can be seen here.

A copy of the operating instructions can be found here.