GrowSmart News and Updates
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GrowSmart News and Updates
A Retreat for the GrowSmart Maine Board
On June 25th the GrowSmart Board and Staff convened at the North Dam Mill in the Pepperell Mill Campus for the Annual GrowSmart Maine Board Retreat. Hosted by Board Member and Developer of the Pepperell Mill Campus, Doug Sanford, the day began with reflecting on...
Join us in Belfast for Arts, Culture, and Economic Prosperity in Maine
You’re invited to a GrowSmart Maine smart growth forum on Arts & Culture as economic motivators in Maine! Friday, July 24th, 1:00-3:00PM Waterfall Arts 256 High Street Belfast, ME What do you imagine when you think of a healthy downtown?...
But Yes! There are Good Bills!
GrowSmart Maine continues to participate in the Maine Broadband Coalition, an informal federation of public policy professionals, educational institutions, businesses, non-profit organizations and individuals who care deeply about Maine’s economic future. An...
The 2015 Season has begun!
We are thrilled to announce that our first Smart Growth Breakfast Forum of the 2015 Season was a hit! We convened at the Portland Company last month for a presentation on the proposal and a follow-up panel from experts in the field. Everyone left feeling inspired by...
Denmark Climate Change and Energy Tour! August 30-September 5
GrowSmart Maine is taking part in a great effort to explore community-level solutions to energy production in response to climate change. Thirteen Mainers will participate, including trip leader Sue Inches, representing business, non-profit, municipal, statewide...
Update on Bad Bills!
It’s a tough time in the legislative session to offer a meaningful advocacy update as bills are moving very quickly between the House and Senate. There are still numerous “bad bills” in play, and we encourage you to contact your Senator and...
Testimony in support of LDs 68, 387, 1053
Testimony of Nancy Smith, Executive Director of GrowSmart Maine in support of LDs 68, 387, 1053 June 4, 2015 Senator Hamper, Representative Rotundo and members of the Joint Standing Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs, my name is Nancy Smith and I am the...
Testimony in Support of Bonding Investing in the Economic Impact of Maine’s Natural Resources
Testimony of Nancy Smith, Executive Director of GrowSmart Maine in support of LD 924, 1069, and 1248 June 3, 2015 Senator Hamper, Representative Rotundo and members of the Joint Standing Committee on Approprations and Financial Affairs, my name is Nancy Smith and I am...
Testimony in Support of Transportation Bonds
Testimony of Nancy Smith, Executive Director of GrowSmart Maine in support of funding transportation infrastructure June 2, 2015 Senator Hamper, Representative Rotundo and members of the Joint Standing Committee on Approprations and Financial Affairs, my name is Nancy...
Testimony in Favor of LD 1301, “An Act To Improve the Safety of Vulnerable Users in Traffic and To Clarify the Responsibilities of Bicyclists and Pedestrians”
Testimony of Nancy Smith, Executive Director of GrowSmart Maine in support of LD 1301 “An Act To Improve the Safety of Vulnerable Users in Traffic and To Clarify the Responsibilities of Bicyclists and Pedestrians” April 28, 2015 Senator Collins,...