Durlin Lunt
P.O. Box 143 Northeast Harbor,Maine
Summary
Dynamic Town Manager with a proven track record at the Town of Mount Desert, excelling in community engagement and budget preparation. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced resident participation and fostered intergovernmental relations, while implementing sustainability programs that improved community well-being. Strong organizational leadership and collaborative problem-solving skills drive successful outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Town Manager
Town of Mount Desert
03.2010 - 08.2025
- Assisted in developing community engagement initiatives to foster resident participation.
- Supported budget preparation processes and resource allocation strategies for municipal projects.
- Conducted research on local regulations to ensure compliance in town operations and services.
- Collaborated with department heads to streamline communication and improve project coordination.
- Facilitated public forums to gather feedback on local policies and initiatives from residents.
- Aided in the implementation of sustainability programs aimed at enhancing community well-being.
- Developed strong relationships with community members, stakeholders, and local businesses for collaborative problem-solving initiatives.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Municipal Management
University of Maine
Orono, MESkills
- Intergovernmental relations
- Community engagement
- Emergency management
- Infrastructure management
- Organizational leadership
- Budget preparation
- Department oversight
- Budget administration
- Labor negotiations
Accomplishments
Served as the chairman of the Acadia Area League of Towns for 14 years
Served on the Hancock County Budget Advisory Committee for six years
Awarded the Linc Stackpole Manager of the Year award in 2022 by the Maine Town, City, and County Manager's Association.
Awarded the Barrie Blunt Memorial Award as the outstanding Graduate Student in Public Administration by the faculty of the University of Maine Department of Public Adminstration.
Certification
Certified Maine Manager by the Maine Town, City, and County Manager's Association.
Additional Information
Over 15 year's experience in Municipal Management and 17 years experience as a Select board Member. For the Town of Mount Desert, Maine. Served as Board Chair for eight years.
Timeline
Town Manager
Town of Mount Desert
03.2010 - 08.2025
Master of Public Administration - Municipal Management
University of Maine