Standish officials weigh merits of Maple Street Wharf proposal

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • August 29, 2025

Portland Water District plans to demolish its building at the end of Maple Street, which goes all the way to the lake shore and is seeking grant money to design a new fishing pier. The project would remove the pavement, stabilize the ground with mulch to control erosion, and install an ADA compliant path to the fishing pier. Some residents say it would heavily inconvenience persons with disabilities. Standish Town Council members expressed skepticism of the proposal for a 300-foot walking path to replace the road.