Building a Brighter Future for Washington County, Maine
Sunrise County Economic Council initiates and facilitates the creation of jobs and prosperity in Washington County, Maine, by working with a consortium of community-minded businesses, not-for-profit organizations, municipalities and citizens.
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Sunrise County Economic Council to Host Washington County Housing Summit on May 21
Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC) will convene regional leaders, housing experts, and community partners on May 21 for the Washington County Housing Summit: Strategies to Solutions, a full-day event focused on addressing the county’s most urgent housing challenges.
Upper Machias Bay Master Plan to Present Recommendations for Public Feedback
The Town of Machias and Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC) invite all community members to a public meeting on Monday, February 23, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at the Lee Pellon Center, 90 Main Street, Machias, to provide feedback on draft recommendations for the four...
Challenges and Opportunities for Climate Action in Rural Maine
This project sought to engage with rural Maine residents, particularly those experiencing poverty, aging in place, participating in municipal government, or operating small businesses to inform the Maine Climate Plan of 2025.
Tackling Rural Housing Challenges Through Partnership
Housing shortages continue to challenge Washington and Hancock County communities, affecting everything from workforce recruitment to economic growth. Recently, regional partners explored how municipalities, land trusts, conservation groups, and research institutions are working together to create innovative housing solutions tailored to rural needs.
Public Invited to December 10 Meeting on Downtown Machias Flooding and Water Quality
The Town of Machias and Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC) invite all community members to a public meeting on Wednesday, December 10, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at the Lee Pellon Center, 90 Main Street, Machias, to learn about the Upper Machias Bay Master Plan and to...
SCEC to Host 2025 Economic Summit
Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC) invites business leaders, educators, nonprofit professionals, and community members to its 2025 Economic Summit on November 14, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Cobscook Institute in Trescott. The title of this year's summit...
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