Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments lands economic development grant
The Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments has received $70,000 in grant funding through the Economic Development Administration’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy program.
The award will establish an economic development framework to support private capital investment and job creation in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties.
“Establishing a comprehensive strategy for economic development helps Maine communities attract investments, increase employment opportunities, and build a robust economy,” U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King said in a joint statement today announcing the award. “We commend AVCOG for working to create jobs and strengthen the economy in the Androscoggin
The EDA is a bureau within the U.S. Department of Commerce. Its CEDS process is designed to bring together the public and private sectors in the creation of an economic development roadmap to support the regional economy.
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