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2010 Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market

May 6 through November 18, Every Thursday, 2-6pm 


Shoppers will delight in the wide variety of locally produced meats, veggies, fruits, breads, cheese, seedlings, milk, eggs, and SO much more. Read more about the market and its vendors online at www.watervillefarmersmarket.org

Better yet, come check it out in person! Special thanks to the DWFM sponsor, MaineGeneral Health.


One Common Street
Waterville, Maine 04901
Phone: 207-680-7300
Fax: 680-4234

2009 Annual Report

Central Maine Growth Council


The Central Maine Growth Council (CMGC) is a public-private, non-profit partnership dedicated to the collaborative economic development for Central Maine, which includes the communities of Waterville, Winslow, Oakland and Fairfield.

Founded in 2001 by the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, the CMGC is a conduit for information and resources to businesses seeking to locate or expand in Central Maine. We are governed by a 13-member board of directors, of which nine (9) are members of the local business community. Our mission is to:

"Foster a robust regional economy fueled by a genuine collaboration among governments, businesses and residents, resulting in a highly desirable multi-town community in which to live, work and raise a family"

We accomplish our mission by conducting a variety of activities and services:
  • Assist our local businesses and communities
  • Actively seek to attract and retain businesses and industries that provide meaningful employment opportunities
  • Gather and provide economic information
  • Coordinate economic development efforts in the region
  • Work with the public and private sectors to encourage collaboration
  • Educate the public about the economy and economic development activities
  • Advocate for issues that impact our business community