Growth Council Update

At the City Council’s January 19 meeting, Sanford Growth Council Director James Nimon gave an update on some of the new economic development projects that are in the works. He mentioned the New England Battery Storage facility that we wrote about in this article, and said the recently renovated One Eagle Drive building has several prospective tenants. Mr. Nimon told the Council that Harrison Development, LLC, a commercial real estate management company with a focus on environmentally conscientious buildings, is…
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Council Revises Rules for Multi-Media Access

At its meeting on January 19, the City Council unanimously adopted revisions to the Rules of Procedure which govern how meetings are conducted. The major revision replaced a single-paragraph section on how meetings are to be televised, with a much longer section entitled “Multi-Media Presentation of City Council meetings/Workshops and/or Related Meetings.” Under the new rules, all regular City Council meetings must include live broadcast on public access television, a live stream over the internet, and a videotelephony platform (such…
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New 550-Acre Conservation Project

Three Rivers Land Trust is working to preserve a large recreation and conservation area in Springvale to benefit the community and the region. This 550-acre property, to be named the “Sanford Community Forest,” is one of the largest remaining undeveloped areas within city limits, and Three Rivers aims to protect its ecological health while keeping it available for public recreation and traditional uses. The property is part of the former LaValley Lumber forests, and extends from Oak Street (Route 11A) to the…
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Pilot’s Cove Cafe Plans Outdoor Expansion

Pilot's Cove Cafe is planning to expand this year with a new pavilion for outdoor dining, similar to the one pictured here. Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport Manager Allison Navia and Pilot's Cove owner Daniel Bowden spoke about the plans at the January 12 meeting of the City Council's Property Subcommittee. Mr. Bowden described several ways his restaurant has adapted to survive through the pandemic. These included offering in-flight catering services to private planes, using Door Dash for takeout, and expanding…
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News Notes: January 17

Staff and clients of Waban Projects got their first Covid-19 vaccinations this past week. Sanford Middle School report cards will be issued January 22. SMS also reminds parents that there are dozens of school photos awaiting pickup. If you paid for photos but haven't received them yet, call the office or stop by the school weekdays from 7:30 to 2:30. The Sanford Growth Council is now on Instagram. Follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/sanfordgrowth/. With Sanford schools in a "red" designation, if…
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