AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFisheries: Federal regulators approved a Maine-backed compromise cutting the coastwide menhaden catch limit by 9% next year and 17% in 2028. Lobstermen warn tighter limits could threaten bait supplies, while conservation advocates say the cuts don’t go far enough. Energy Costs: Maine’s average heating-oil price fell to $5.84 a gallon from $6.01 the prior week, offering modest relief while prices remain near historic highs. More than 300,000 occupied homes rely on heating oil or kerosene. Data Centers: Maine lawmakers are preparing new rules as Gorham extends its pause on data center projects and developers revise a permit application in Jay. The disputes reflect growing concerns about the facilities’ power demands and local impacts. Working Waterfronts: A first working-waterfront conference highlighted challenges that linger after the 2024 storms, as coastal communities and businesses work to protect vital infrastructure. Tourism: Maine state parks are set for $50 million in upgrades, an investment in facilities that support outdoor recreation and local visitor economies.
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