Investing in Skowhegan
Each committee is one aspect of the Four Point economic development tool for revitalizing downtown. All committees meet at the MSS office on 93B Water Street. For more information about joining a committee please contact our executive director. For more information about the National Main Street Four Point Approach please click here.
Economic Restructuring Committee: seeks to expand the economic condition of the downtown by supporting existing businesses, identifying new market opportunities, and stimulating investment in the downtown. ER Committee is chaired by Rosie Bradle and meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6pm.
Work plan for 2010: Download 2010 Workplan [word doc]
Highlights of previous accomplishments include:
Market analysis study
10 Reason to locate a business in downtown Skowhegan packet Real Estate database [Learn More]
Design Committee: is a catalyst approach to improve the physical appearance and function of the downtown through introducing new ideas and techniques to property owners by rehabilitating historic buildings, supporting new construction through long-term design management planning. Design Committee is chaired by Doreen Poulin.
Work plan for 2010: Download 2010 Workplan [word doc]
Highlights of previous accomplishments include:
Assisted the town with its CDBG downtown projects including:
- decorated streetlights
- facade program,
- green spaces,
- pedestrian crosswalks,
- benches and banners
Promotion Committee: seeks to collectively market the downtown as a destination for local citizens,shoppers, and potential investors. Promotion Committee ia chaired by Amber Lambke and meets the - and - Monday of the month at 7am.
Work plan for 2010: Download 2010 Workplan [pdf]
Highlights of previous accomplishments include:
- Tents Days
- Holiday Stroll
- Maple Syrup week including the famous pancake breakfast