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We need community input and participation!
We can't create the Harrison Comprehensive Plan without input from the public. Throughout the work on the plan, we will be seeking input, feedback, concerns, priorities, and more from the residents, workers, entrepreneurs, and property owners of Harrison. Check back here for the latest information, and let us know what you would like to see in the plan.
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Past Events
Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop #1
April 11, 2026
The Harrison Comprehensive Plan Committee hosted their first public workshop on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, from 10 am to Noon in the Fire Station Community Room. Over 60 residents participated in the event! Interactive stations included questions about the visual appeal of different types of housing; where people wanted to see commercial and residential growth; how people wanted their tax dollars spent; and what people hoped the 2027 Harrison Comprehensive Plan would accomplish.
Door prizes were also raffled off during the event. The following winners included:
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Rick Sykes & Amanda: Two $10 Gift Cards to Fluvial Brewing
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Karen Toohey: One Free Loaf of Sourdough Bread from Friendly Acres Family Bakes
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Tom Durkin: A Loon Serving Plate and Tea Towel
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Pete Toohey: A Gardening Gift Package from Kezar Realty donated by Pam Session
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Ryan Sessions: A Scentsy Gift donated by Amy Gerry
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Reed Foster: Earrings from Miss Maple’s Nature House
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Christine: One $25 Gift Card to Millie’s on Main
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John Kane: One $50 Gift Card to Olde Mill Tavern
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Mike Garvey: One $50 Gift Card to Ancora Italian Kitchen
Population & Demographics Presentation
April 8, 2026
GPCOG staff presented on Harrison population and demographics data. Information was taken from the US Census and the American Community Survey (ACS) to show trends in population and demographics from 2010 to today.
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Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Presentation
March 25, 2026
Greg LeClair from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife (IF&W) presented on Harrison's natural resources. Committee members asked questions and further discussed topics of interests, such as buffers around vernal pools.
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LD 1829 Presentation
February 11, 2026
GPCOG staff presented on LD 1829: An Act to Build Housing for Maine Families and Attract Workers to Maine Businesses by Amending the Laws Governing Housing Density, during the Harrison Comprehensive Plan Committee Meeting. Committee members, Town staff, and other attendees asked questions about this legislation and how it would impact the Town of Harrison. GPCOG staff answered questions and also discussed other legislation that might impact the 2027 Harrison Comprehensive Plan.
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