Monthly: December 2021

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New Eastern Trail Economic Impact Analysis Report Released November 2021

Camoin Associates was retained by the Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission (SMPDC) to conduct an economic impact and fiscal benefit analysis of the Eastern Trail on SMPDC’s region and the state of Maine. The Eastern Trail is intended to provide the route for the East Coast Greenway in southern Maine through a four-season, non motorized, multipurpose, transportation and recreation trail between Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and South Portland, Maine. The approximately 65 mile trail brings users through historical landmarks, scenic vistas, recreation spots, and places to eat and shop.

The report’s analysis considers both the (1) impact of current trail usage; and (2) impacts of a hypothetical trail expansion scenario that results in new construction spending and trail usage.

A copy of the 18 page report can be viewed here (pdf format).

A Summary Infographic of major findings of the report can be viewed here (pdf format).

More information on past Eastern Trail Economic Impact Studies can be viewed here.

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2021 Eastern Trail Volunteer Awards

The Eastern Trail exists today only due to energy and contributions of our many volunteers.  At our recent 2021 Annual Meeting, we announced the following Volunteer Recognition awards:

Outstanding Trail Ambassador

Carol MacAllister — Carol is a Trail Ambassador for the Kennebunk to Biddeford section of the ET. She rides the trail regularly, reports on needed maintenance, collects trash along the trail, and converses with trail users to enhance their visit. Like all of our trail ambassadors, Carol provides an invaluable service acting as the “eyes and ears” on the trail.

Outstanding Events Management

Bryan Gallant and Bob LaNigra — Both Bryan and Bob have proven to be an invaluable team regarding event management for the Maine Lighthouse Ride, John Andrews 5K, MEND 10K as well as ET engagement with Ironman Maine and the Maine Marathon. Their knowledge of race management, timing and course setting are a major reason for our successful ET events each year.

Outstanding Event Volunteer

Cynthia Mollus and Rig Trembley — Cynthia and Rig have volunteered at ET events for several years, particularly the Maine Lighthouse Ride. Their dedication to assisting with pre-event setup and event-day activities has gone above and beyond and helped make our events successful. This year they managed the inaugural Bonfire and Brew event check-in.

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