The Capital Riverfront Improvement District (CRID) was established by Private & Special Law 1999, chapter 58, to encourage increased access to and public use of the Kennebec River and revitalization of downtown Augusta and to foster a local-state partnership that coordinates and shares resources to the benefit of Maine’s capital city and Maine citizens.

CRID’s Vision Statement:  

Augusta is a World Class Capital City, the heart of which is a riverfront area that supports a vibrant and diverse downtown, embraces Maine’s center of Government, celebrates and protects its natural resources, culture and history, and welcomes residents, workers, and visitors to recreation opportunities along its shores.

CRID’s Mission Statement: 

Protect the scenic character of the Kennebec River Corridor while providing continuing public access and an opportunity for community and economic development, and to protect the historic, archeological, recreational and ecological resources identified within the riverfront district and the constructed and natural environment of the riverfront district.

CRID plans to accomplish its mission and vision statements through the following five goals:

1.  Enhance the river and its natural environment; make it easily accessible and the focal point of the riverfront district.

2.  Make the riverfront district the economic and cultural heart of the region.

3.  Improve the image of the riverfront district and invest in high quality public improvements.

4.  A modern efficient infrastructure system.

5.  Improve new housing opportunities while enhancing existing neighborhoods.

The CRID Executive Committee meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 12:00 p.m. at the Maine Development Foundation, 295 Water Street, Augusta

Scheduled meetings for 2008 are:

January 2^nd            February 5^th

March 4^th               April 9^th

May 6^th                  June 10^th

July 8^th                  August 5^th

September 2^nd        October 7^th

November 4^th          December 2^nd

The CRID Governing (full) Board meeting is held on the 1st Tuesday of every other month at 12:30 p.m. at the Maine Development Foundation, 295 Water Street, Augusta.

Scheduled meetings for 2008 are:

January 2^nd              March 4^th

May 6^th                    July 8^th

September 2^nd          November 4^th

The public is invited to attend all CRID meetings. Please call Ed Cervone at 626-3112 to confirm the date, time, and location as there are occasional changes to the schedule.

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