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31 E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T S P E C I A L A D V E R T I S I N G S E C T I O N E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T S everal communities in Maine have made a significant investment to attract businesses and their employees. ey're actively recruiting companies. Whether you are considering relocating to Maine, or adding an additional location to your current Maine base, these are some options to choose from. e organizations on the following pages specialize in economic development. ey want you to know they are open for business and ready to help you grow. City of Gray is positioning itself as "a welcome reprieve for businesses looking to escape the over-saturated Greater Portland and Lewiston-Auburn markets." At the same time, Gray is a short distance from each of those markets. "Living and working in Gray, you get the best of both worlds," said Town Manager Nate Rudy. For more on Gray, go to Page 36. In the city of Windham, which is in the Lakes Region of western Maine, the Windham Economic Development Corp. already has a strong track record of bringing in business and new development. e city offers a range of incentives for businesses, including a micro-loan program, retail coaching and market analysis and a broadband partnership. For more, see Page 38. Brunswick Landing, a former Navy air base, has already been going gangbusters, creating 2,500 jobs from 140 companies. But there's plenty more space for businesses, retailers and housing, as Midcoast Region Redevelopment Authority, the economic development entity for Brunswick Landing, can show you. For more, see Page 37. e town of Searsport, on Maine's beautiful midcoast region, has a rich maritime history dating to the 1800s. But it is not sitting on its laurels. e town offers a range of business possibilities, with its downtown tax increment financing district and facade grant program. Searsport is also an attractive destination, with B&Bs and campgrounds. See Page 38 for more. City of Augusta Augusta Emerges From the Pandemic with Renewed Spirit and Optimism Brunswick Landing A Team Effort Kennebunk Work. Life. Balance. One North Millinocket 2.0: Our Katahdin is building a green bridge to the future City of Saco Welcome to Saco Town of Scarborough A Fresh Approach: Grow your Business in Scarborough 36 37 38 39 40 41 Economic Development

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