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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 23 O C T O B E R 1 6 , 2 0 1 7 F O C U S M I D C O A S T A N D D OW N E A S T "I'm not aware of all the instances in Maine where there has been a reversal, let alone a stop of an MDOT project," Phillips says. "It can be done, but it is an unusual occurrence." The long and winding road Main Street has changed quite a bit from the late 19 th century, when there were 11 grocers, two apothecaries, three fancy and dry goods stores, two hardware stores, four dressmakers, two hairdressers, a telephone company, a telegraph offi ce, an American Express offi ce and several banks. Today on Main Street, there's a mix of historic charm and commerce. e sign into town welcomes visitors to the "prettiest village in Maine," listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. Newer shops include a popcorn store in a former ice-cream parlor, and a home furnishings and gift shop called BIRCH that's a favorite of Marian Anderson, the town's manager. "We have some folks that are new to our business community and they've brought some new energy and new ideas, so that's been great for the com- munity," says Anderson, who grew up in Richmond and became Wiscasset's town manager three and a half years ago. She recalls discussions about Wiscasset traffi c going back about 40 years, and says the town has listened to residents' concerns over the Route 1 project in what she underscores has been a trans- parent and inclusive process. " e remarkable part of it all is that the dialogue has stayed very respectful," she says. " at's important because all the voices have been heard, but every- body is still listening." At the same time she oozes enthusiasm about MDOT's pledge to fi x and widen Main Street sidewalks using red bricks by Morin Brick Co. in Auburn, put in stoplights to "help with pedestrian coordination," and make the whole downtown more pedestrian-friendly. Anderson also notes that MDOT has tweaked its plan to include drop- off and loading zones "so that folks can UNDER AGREEMENT CALL US! (207)773-4222 Maine's premier lodging and hospitality brokerage firm Daigle Commercial Group l 178 Middle St. l Portland, Maine Looking to sell? We have buyers! Coastal Waterfront Resort: Well known mid coast hotel is located in the heart of revitalized Rockland. 75 units offering varied accommoda- – many with Ocean views. Call for price. Mid Coast Hotel: Mid coast resort complex with its 32 frontage- offers varied $5,890,000 Old Orchard Beach Motel: This 31 unit motel offers com- fortable rooms, ample parking and a heated outdoor pool. Close to shops, restaurants and the beach. $1,475,000 Augusta Hotel: This 60+ room interior-corridor hotel is located nearby to I-95 and Rt. 202 in Augusta. Granite curbing, new roof, and recent conversion to natural gas. $1,675,000 UNDER AGREEMENT Member FDIC nbtbank.com/maine Maximize your business potential with an experienced team offering dynamic banking solutions. See for yourself why businesses in Southern Maine rely on NBT Bank's expertise and local decision making to reach their goals. Kimberly Twitchell Regional President 207.808.4487 ktwitchell@nbtbank.com Daryl Wentworth Regional Commercial Banking Manager 207.808.4490 dwentworth@nbtbank.com Joe Delano Senior Commercial Banking Relationship Manager 207.808.4486 jdelano@nbtbank.com Our experience. Your opportunity. Denise Vachon The Park Danforth Kimberly Twitchell NBT Bank C O N T I N U E D O N F O L L OW I N G PA G E » I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all I'm not aware of all the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine the instances in Maine where there has been a reversal, let alone a stop, of an MDOT project. — Ron Phillips Former president and CEO of CEI

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