Hello Greater Franklin Investors:

Michael Luciano, GFDC Board of Directors

On behalf of the Greater Franklin Development Corporation's Board of Directors, welcome to Franklin County and Livermore Falls!

As chairman of the Board of Directors, I have seen the benefits of investing in Greater Franklin firsthand. Over the years, Greater Franklin has worked with Maine communities to strategically position the greater Franklin County area as the economic hub of western Maine. To do this, we have moved forward in an innovative and sustainable direction by supporting economic growth through the region's businesses and entrepreneurs.

All the while, the investments of our community partners have played an integral role in our success. In order for Greater Franklin to continue to support current and developing businesses, investors like you and I must continue to support Greater Franklin.

At Greater Franklin, our first priority is the creation and retention of quality employment opportunities in our communities. Our mission is to bolster our local economy by attracting new business, assisting local employers, and promoting entrepreneurship throughout the county. Your investment in Greater Franklin supports the operations that help Franklin County and Livermore Falls achieve economic prosperity.

On this website, you will see profiles of exciting businesses in manufacturing, the arts, hospitality, and agriculture ...all part of the diverse tapestry of businesses that make this place great.

As chairman of the Board of Directors, I thank our current investors for their continued support, and I encourage new patrons to invest in Franklin County and Livermore Falls. To make an investment, contact Alison Hagerstrom with Greater Franklin at (207) 778-5887 or email ahagerstrom@greaterfranklin.com. Please consider a gift to help keep the vibrant local economy thriving and growing.

Sincerely,

Michael (Mike) Luciano,
HR Manager, Verso Paper
Chairman, Board of Directors

Visionaries Circle — $10,000 +

Franklin
County
Government

Ambassadors Circle — $5,000 - $9,999

Bangor Savings Bank
Foundation

Founders Circle — $1,000 - $4,999

Supporters Circle — $500 - $999

Farmington Land, LLC

Wilton
Development
Corporation No. 2

Friends Circle — $100 - $499

In-Kind (Meeting Space)

Lafrance Hospitality Company

News Items

1/21/2012

Grand Opening of Medical Center

The $4 million, 13,500 sq. ft. Androscoggin Valley Medical Arts Center is officially open! Senator Susan Collins, who spoke at the ribbon-cutting, remarked that it is "truly a celebration" for Livermore Falls.

1/11/2012

Main-Land Under New Ownership

Robert Berry III is the new owner of Main-Land Development Consultants, located in Livermore Falls. Formerly the president of the company, Berry is excited to move the company forward in 2012.

12/20/2011

Boralex Purchased by ReEnergy

ReEnergy Holdings, LLC. has purchased five Boralex biomass-to-energy facilities, including two in Franklin County: Livermore Falls and Stratton. ReEnergy produces biomass energy by using forest waste products.

11/18/2011

Geneva Wood Fuels Receives Grant

Geneva Wood Fuels, LLC of Strong was one of three Maine businesses to receive more than $11,000 in USDA Rural Development funds to support the production and availability of advanced biofuels.

9/21/11

Livermore Falls Awarded Grant

Livermore Falls Town Manager Kristal Flagg told Selectmen that the town's Communities for Maine's Future grant application has been accepted, awarding $400,000 to use to redevelop the Lamb Block on Depot Street.

7/27/11

FCHN Celebrates Groundbreaking

Construction has begun on the new Livermore Falls Medical Arts Center, which will provide more healthcare access to the area as well as enormous potential for the community.

7/22/2011

Library Installs Videoconferencing

The Farmington Public Library now has videoconferencing abilities, one of eleven regional hubs statewide to participate in the program. The new software will allow people to interface with one another for business and educational purposes.

7/1/11

Poland Spring Earns Top Award

Poland Spring Water has earned a coveted spot on Fortune Magazine's list of "100 Great Things About America." This is another accolade to add to their growing list of achievements.

6/30/11

Maine Wood Concepts Celebrates 40 Years

Maine Wood Concepts of New Vineyard recently celebrated 40 years of business. Wayne "Buddy" Fletcher and family have owned and operated the wood manufacturing business since 1971.

6/17/11

Peter Judkins Elected Chairman

At the 118th Annual Meeting of the Maine Banker's Association, Peter Judkins, President and CEO of Franklin Savings Bank, was elected Association Chairman by the member banks.