Downeast Maine NHA_Feasibility Study 2022 | Page 5

Contents
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Downeast Maine National Heritage Area ....................................................... 9
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Fulfillment of NHA Baseline Criteria ............................................................ 17
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Community Planning & Support ................................................................... 35
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Proposed Location & Introduction to the Region ........................................... 47
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Downeast Maine ’ s Nationally Significant Heritage Story ................................ 57
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A Historical Context of Downeast Maine ’ s National Heritage ........................ 73
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Local Resources , Regional Opportunity ......................................................... 109
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Alternatives to NHA Designation .................................................................. 147
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Local & Regional Economic Activity ............................................................. 155
10 . Long-Term Management & Funding of the
Downeast Maine NHA ................................................................................. 169
Appendices A – Community Discussions & Invitations for Feedback ...................................... 189 B – Letters of Support ......................................................................................... 199
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