Letter: Vote to invest in Maine’s heritage
I write on behalf of Maine Preservation. Mainers can make a significant impact by supporting referendum Question 3. A “yes” vote will help fund the preservation and restoration of historic buildings across the state.
Each year, our subgrant program is oversubscribed with applications for this kind of work. We can fund roughly half of those requests, investing $125,000 in building repairs. Through the technical assistance we provide to nonprofits and local governments, we know of at least 100 projects across all 16 counties that could benefit. One need only look at our 2024 Most Endangered list to see the direst examples: Sangerville Town Hall, Central Congregational Church in Eastport, Starling Hall in Fayette and Kneisel Hall in Blue Hill.
Historic buildings like libraries, meetinghouses and schools are not just beautiful architecture, but where communities thrive, memories are made, and our rich history experienced.
Join us in voting “yes” on Question 3 to invest in Maine’s heritage.
Brad Miller
Director of Programs & Services, Maine Preservation
Portland
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