Gorham's Growth: Balancing Expansion & Charm
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Phil Gagnon, former Town Council chair and school committee member, discusses Gorhams rapid growth and the challenges it presents. He emphasizes the need for smarter traffic management and upgrades to state roads. Gagnon suggests commuter parking lots and partnerships with major employers to boost public Metro bus ridership. He advocates for preserving farms and open spaces, creating a true central park, and prioritizing conservation of big tracts. Gagnon shares his views on the proposed Amazon facility, preferring a bigger tax boost and better traffic links. He also proposes smart commercial development using tax increment financing districts to stabilize school budgets. Gagnon encourages deeper ties with the University of Southern Maine for community events. Now stepping back from boards, he and his wife are enjoying family time, including supporting their daughters state champion high school basketball team.
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