Central Maine towns do not support amendment to state’s plan for Kennebec River

MORNING SENTINEL • April 6, 2021

The proposed amendment to the state’s Kennebec River Management Plan to restore a healthy river and boost fish population has drawn significant opposition from several central Maine towns. Skowhegan, Norridgewock and Madison have all expressed their opposition to the amendment, citing the economic impacts that the region would face should the amendment be adopted. Previously, Waterville’s City Council voted to support the state’s plan, while Winslowand Fairfield town councils voted in opposition.