10. Revitalizing Freeport: Housing, Business & Community with Tawni Whitney

In this episode of Housing Matters, we sit down with Tawni Whitney, a key figure in Freeport, Maine’s economic and community development. As the Executive Director of the Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce, Director of Business Development for Freeport Economic Development Corp., and Founder of Freeport Friends, Tawni is driving change to make Freeport a thriving place to live, work, and do business.

Join us as we discuss:
✔️ The evolution of Freeport and its transition beyond retail
✔️ The Downtown Revision Project and its impact on local businesses
✔️ The housing crisis and the challenges of overcoming community resistance
✔️ How grassroots movements like Freeport Friends are creating meaningful change
✔️ The importance of community engagement in shaping local development

🎧 Tune in to hear Tawni’s insights on economic growth, housing advocacy, and the future of Freeport!

🔗 Learn More:

• Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce: https://www.freeportmainechamber.com/
• https://www.pouliotrealestate.com/blog/revitalizing-freeport-housing-business-and-community-with-tawni-whitney/

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