City of Waterville to Host Housing Summit on September 18th
Free community event brings together officials, developers, and residents for a day of discussion, resources, and networking.
Waterville, ME – September 11, 2025 – The City of Waterville is proud to announce its upcoming Housing Summit, a free community event dedicated to addressing housing opportunities and challenges in the region. The summit will take place on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Greene Block + Studios, 18 Main Street, Waterville. The event will bring together residents, developers, city officials, and housing professionals for a full day of discussions, resources, and networking.
“The Housing Summit is an important opportunity to bring all voices to the table as we work toward housing solutions for Waterville and beyond,” said Mayor Michael Morris. “By engaging developers, policymakers, and residents, we can collectively shape the future of our community.”
“Housing is one of the top priorities for the Waterville City Council, and we have seen a number of great housing projects completed, with more in the works,” said City Council Chair Rebecca Green. “This Summit will gather together stakeholders—developers, city staff, and housing experts—to focus on housing solutions and opportunities that lean into the strong cross-sector partnerships in Waterville and Maine.”
The Housing Summit is free and open to the public. Participants are encouraged to register in advance by visiting the City of Waterville’s website.
Event Details:
- Date: September 18, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Greene Block + Studios, 18 Main Street, Waterville
- Cost: Free and open to the public
Agenda Overview:
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM – Registration & Networking
Refreshments & Resource Tables
9:30 AM – 9:40 AM – Welcome & Introductions
Mayor Morris
9:40 AM – 11:40 AM – Featured Speakers
- Innovating Housing Finance: A Blueprint for Public-Private Collaboration
Garvan Donegan, Central Maine Growth Council
- Unlocking Opportunities: Programs and Services from Maine State Housing Authority
Erik Jorgensen, Senior Director – Maine State Housing Authority
- Topic TBD
Rep. Cassie Julia, Maine House of Representatives
- Revitalizing Waterville: Development with Community in Mind
Matthew Boulerice, New England Realty Group & Boulerice Management LLC – Developer
11:40 AM – 12:15 PM – Lunch & Resource Tables
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM – City Panel Discussion
- Ann Beverage, City Planner
- Dan Bradstreet, Code Enforcement Director
- Jason Frost, Fire Chief
- Christina Therrien, Finance Director
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM – Developer Panel Discussion
- Paul Ureneck, Assistant Vice President of Real Estate Development and Operations – Colby College
- Nancy Williams, Waterville Community Land Trust – President
- Matthew Boulerice, New England Realty Group & Boulerice Management LLC – Developer
- Arthur Turmelle, Manor Gardens LLC – Developer
2:15 PM – 2:20 PM – Closing Remarks
Mayor Morris
2:20 PM – 3:00 PM – Networking Reception
About the City of Waterville
The City of Waterville, located in the heart of Central Maine, is a growing hub for education, business, arts, and innovation. Home to Colby College, Thomas College, and a vibrant downtown district, Waterville is committed to fostering community development, supporting economic growth, and improving quality of life for its residents. Through strategic partnerships and civic engagement, the City continues to advance opportunities in housing, infrastructure, and cultural enrichment to ensure a thriving future for all.
Last modified: September 11, 2025
