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Saco Main Street touts grants and volunteer hours, asks council to continue FY26 support

3155358 · April 30, 2025
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Saco Main Street reported $159,724 in grant-funded investments, 12 new downtown businesses and volunteer contributions valued at about $62,780; directors asked council to consider continued operating support in the FY26 budget.

Saco Main Street presented its FY24 accomplishments and a FY26 funding request to the Saco City Council on April 28, describing grant awards, volunteer time and a strategy to diversify revenue and promote downtown as an economic engine.

Executive Director Angie Presby told the council Saco Main Street secured $159,724 in grant funds this year and submitted additional applications totaling $112,000. The organization highlighted four transformation strategies for the next three to five years: expanding outdoor recreation,…

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