Controversy over a proposed Wal-Mart kicked off an unusual planning project in Damariscotta, Maine: one that began with giant pumpkins. At the 2008 Pumpkin Fest and Regatta, the Town launched a multi-year project aimed at creating a vision for the community and a plan to channel new growth. Since then, over 1,000 people have gotten involved in re-imagining the town’s waterfront, protecting the historic downtown, and adapting to new growth without losing local character and traditions.

Damariscotta has used a variety of innovative tactics, including storytelling, values mapping and collaborative design charrettes. By actively fostering community involvement in the planning process, Damariscotta is changing the way the Town does business.

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• next ›
• last »