The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) serves as the umbrella organization to the offices of Tourism, Business Development, the International Trade Center, Community Development, Film and Innovation and Science. In addition, the agency administers the Made in Maine program, which is recognized worldwide for its quality and integrity.

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Submissions from 2022

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Maine Office of Tourism Strategic Plan; Situation Assessment (June 2022), Maine Office of Tourism

Submissions from 2019

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Maine Economic Development Strategy 2020-2029 : A Focus on Talent and Innovation, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development and Heather Johnson

Submissions from 2017

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Maine Office of Tourism Annual Plan, 2017, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

Submissions from 2016

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2016 Maine Tourism Highlights, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

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Maine Office of Tourism Annual Report, 2016, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

Submissions from 2014

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Comprehensive Evaluation of Maine’s Economic Development Incentive Programs, 2014, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Investment Consulting Associates (ICA)

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Comprehensive Evaluation of Maine’s R&D Incentive Programs, 2014, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Investment Consulting Associates (ICA)

Submissions from 2013

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2013 Maine Lodging Study, Digital Research, Inc. and Maine Office of Tourism

Submissions from 2012

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Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Camoin Associates; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC

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Maine Innovation Index, 2012, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Camoin Associates

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Maine Woods Presentation, April 2012, dpa and Miljan Bajic

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The Role of Middle Skill Jobs in Maine’s Innovation Economy: A Case Study for Maine's Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Camoin Associates; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC

Submissions from 2011

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2010 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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From Business Assistance to Market Expansion: Helping Maine Firms Succeed in National and Global Markets, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; PolicyOne Research, Inc; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC

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Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation 2010, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation, Department of Economic and Community Development; PolicyOne Research, Inc; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC

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Maine Innovation Index, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; and PolicyOne Research, Inc

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Maine Office of Tourism Traveler Segmentation Study, dpa

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Maine Performs Brochure, 2011, Maine Arts Commission

Submissions from 2010

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2009 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Accomplishments FY2009: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Accomplishments FY2010: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Report on Maine's Nature-based Tourism Initiative, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

Submissions from 2009

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2008 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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2010 Science and Technology Action Plan: A Bold Approach to Stimulate Maine's Economy, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Innovation Economy Advisory Board, and Maine Office of Innovation

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2010 Science and Technology Action Plan: A Bold Approach to Stimulate Maine’s Economy, Maine Innovation Economy Advisory Board and Maine Office of Innovation, Department of Economic and Community Development

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Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; PolicyOne Research, Inc; and RTI International

Submissions from 2008

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An Economic Impact and Rate of Return Analysis of the Film & Video Industry in Maine, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Film Office, and ECONorthwest

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DECD 2007 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Governor's Training Initiative, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Labor, and Bureau of Employment Services

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Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Office of Innovation

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Maine Office of Tourism Strategic Five Year Plan, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Maine's Technology Sectors and Clusters: Status and Strategy, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; Maine Technology Institute; Maine Center for Business and Economic Research, University of Southern Maine; Battelle Technology Partnership Practice, Battelle Institute; Planning Decisions, Inc; and PolicyOne Research

Submissions from 2006

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Business Resource Guide, 2006, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Evaluation of Maine's Public Investments in Research & Development, October 2006, UNC Center for Competitive Economies

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Maine's Creative Economy: Connecting Creativity, Commerce & Community, 2006, Muskie School of Public Service, University of Southern Maine; Maine Department of Labor; Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; and Maine Arts Commission

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Pocket Guide to Maine's Business Resources, 2006, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Wood-Based Bio-Fuels and Bio-Products : A Maine Status Report, Innovative Natural Resource Solutions, LLC

Submissions from 2005

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DECD 2004 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Executive Summary : Strategic Plan for Implementing the Maine Nature Tourism Initiative, September 2005, FERMATA, Inc.

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Governor’s Council on the Sustainability of the Forest Products Industry, 2005, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Eric W. Kingsley, and Peggy Schaffer

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Municipal Tax Increment Financing, 2005, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

Submissions from 2004

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DECD 2003 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Maine: Charting a New Course, 2004, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Maine Innovation Index, 2004, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and PolicyOne Research, Inc

Submissions from 2003

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Business Resource Guide, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Employment Tax Increment Financing, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Municipal Tax Increment Financing, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Pocket Guide to Maine's Business Resources, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Tourism Works for ME, Maine Tourism Commission

Submissions from 1998

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A Rural Development Initiative for Maine: OneMaine, Office of Governor Angus King and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

Submissions from 1978

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Coastal Policy Study : State of Maine : Travel Development Study, Economics Research Associates

Submissions from 1976

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Motoring Thru Maine, 1976, Maine Publicity Bureau

Submissions from 1975

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The Maine Economy Today, Galen Rose and S Anderson

Submissions from 1973

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Planning for an Integrated Wood Processing Complex in Maine, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry

Submissions from 1972

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An Analysis of the Maine Skiing Industry, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry, Alvar K. Laiho, and Thomas A. Palmberg

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Inventory of Maine Ski Areas, 1972, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Motoring Thru Maine, 1972, Maine Publicity Bureau

Submissions from 1971

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Maine's Deep Water Harbors, Maine Department of Economic Development and Joseph B. Coffey

Submissions from 1970

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Catch Me. The Great State of Maine Salt Water Fishing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Climb Me. The Great State of Maine Mountaineering, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Color Me. Beautiful: The Great State of Maine Fall Foliage, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Come Boat with Me. The Great State of Maine Boating and Sailing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Cruise Me. The Great State of Maine Coastal Cruises, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Dig Me. The Great State of Maine Minerals & Gems, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Dig Me. The Great State of Maine Minerals & Gems, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Enjoy Me. In the Park: The Great State of Maine Baxter State Park, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Escape to Me. The Great State of Maine Flat Water Canoeing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Events for You & Me. The Great State of Maine Activity Roundup, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Explore Me. The Great State of Maine Hiking & Cycling, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Fish Me. The Great State of Maine Fresh Water Fishing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Fore Me. The Great State of Maine Golfing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Forget Me. Not: The Great State of Maine State Parks, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Historic Me. The Great State of Maine Historic Sites, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Let Me. Entertain You: The Great State of Maine Museums, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Make Tracks for Me. The Great State of Maine Snowmobiling, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Meet Me. In the Woods: The Great State of Maine Birds, Insects & Wild Flowers, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Restful Me. The Great State of Maine Roadside Rest Areas, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Search Me. The Great State of Maine Antiques & Auctions, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Ski Me. The Great State of Maine Skiing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Talented Me. The Great State of Maine Summer Theatres, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Unique Me. The Great State of Maine Covered Bridges, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Watchful Me. The Great State of Maine Lighthouses, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Wild Me. The Great State of Maine White Water Canoeing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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You'll Love Me. The Great State of Maine Camps, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1969

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Historic Sites in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Hunt Me. The Great State of Maine Hunting, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Picture Me. With Camera and Brush: The Great State of Maine Art and Photo, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Ski Me. The Great State of Maine Skiing, Maine Department of Economic Development

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State Parks of Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1968

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An Inventory of Ocean-oriented Activities in the State of Maine, 1968, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Facts About Maine, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

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Population - 1960 and 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1967

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Maine, Autumn 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine, Spring 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine, Summer 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine, Winter 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1966

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Maine, Autumn 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, January 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, June 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine, Summer 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development, Bud Martin, and Linwood Partridge

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Maine, Winter 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development

Books from 1965

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A Guide to Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin in Maine, Baxter State Park Authority and Maine Department of Economic Development

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Information Pamphlet No. 1: Regional and Municipal Planning Statutes in Maine - 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning

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Information Pamphlet No. 2: Urban Renewal Legislation in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning

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Maine Developments, January & February 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, March & April 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Mountain Climbing in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Planning for Development in the State of Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Planning for Development in the State of Maine, Northeastern Research Foundation

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Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation Study, Maine State Highway Commission and Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1964

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Maine Developments, January & February 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, March & April 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, May - December 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1963

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Maine Developments, April 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, August 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, February & March 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, January 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, June & July 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, May 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, November & December 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, October 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, September 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1962

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Maine Developments, April 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, December 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, February 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, July 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, June 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, March 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, May 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, October & November 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Developments, September 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1961

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Maine Buyers' Guide and Directory of Maine Manufacturers, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Department of Labor and Industry

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Maine Developments, December 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Old Town Comprehensive Plan 1960 ~ 1980, Hans K. F. Klunder and Maine Department of Economic Development

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Urban Renewal Legislation in Maine 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning

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Washington County Industrial Fact Book, 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

Submissions from 1960

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Maine Progress : June-July, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : June-July, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : March-April, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : March-April, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Five, Armour Research Foundation

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Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Four, Armour Research Foundation

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Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume One, Armour Research Foundation

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Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Three, Armour Research Foundation

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Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Two, Armour Research Foundation

Submissions from 1959

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City of Bath City Plan Report, 1959, John T. Blackwell

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Maine Progress : April, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : August, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : January, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : May, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : November-December, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : November-December, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : September-October, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : September-October, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Washington County Maine Industrial Fact Book, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1958

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Maine Progress : April, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : February, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : January, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : March, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : May, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : November-December, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : October, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : September, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development

Submissions from 1957

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Maine Progress : March, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : May, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Maine Progress : November, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development

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Program from a Lobster Dinner for the Maine State Society of Washington, D.C., Maine State Society

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Industry and Commerce

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The Wood Products Industries of Maine : A Report to the Department of Economic Development, H. Austin Peck, George J. Burak, and Merrill D. Bartlett

Submissions from 1956

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Community Handbook Industrial Development Clinic, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce

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Community Handbook: Industrial Development School for Maine Community Leaders, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce

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Maine Airports Available for Industry, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce, Wayne Buxton, and Maine Aeronautics Commission

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Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce Advertising Supplement, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce

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Mr. Industrialist! Make More Money in Maine, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce

Submissions from 1953

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The Maine Development Commission and it's Duties, 1953, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1952

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1950

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Let's Get All the Facts About 'Quoddy, Maine Development Commission

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Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, Maine Development Commission

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1948

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Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1946

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Maine Fishing Hunting Canoeing, Maine Development Commission

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The Maine Coast, Maine Development Commission

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The Maine Coast, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1945

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Maine Agriculture, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1942

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A Brief Statement to the Parents of American Boys and Girls, 1942 (?), Maine Development Commission

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Industrial Maine: A Presentation of Facts Concerning the Advantages Which Maine Offers to Industry, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1941

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Data on Vacant Industrial Plants, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1940

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Cultural Maine, 1940, Maine Development Commission and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

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Maine Vacationland Stamp Album, Maine Development Commission, Maine Publicity Bureau, and Maine Poster Stamp Society

Submissions from 1939

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Maine Recreational Copy and Pictures from the Maine Development Commission, State House, Augusta, Maine, Maine Development Commission

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Maine, the Place to Live, Work, and Play, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1938

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Maine in Autumn, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1937

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Do What You Like to do Best in Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, 1937?, Maine Development Commission

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Guide to the Chesuncook Section of Maine Bridle Paths, Maine Development Commission and Bangor Boot and Saddle Club

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Maine: a Guide Down East, Federal Writers' Project

Submissions from 1936

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Maine the Land of Remembered Vacations, 1936, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1935

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Maine Prosperity Plan to Stimulate Agriculture, Business and Employment, Maine Development Commission

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Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, Maine Development Commission and Harrie B. Coe

Submissions from 1934

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Hunting Maine, 1934, Maine Development Commission

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The Transformation of a Maine Farm, 1934, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Development Commission, and Maine Department of Agriculture

Submissions from 1933

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Compliments of Maine, 1933 (?), Maine Development Commission

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Present Location, Trends, and Future of the Poultry Industry in Maine, Maine Development Commission; Neil H. Landers; and Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, University of Maine

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Quality and Price of Maine Eggs on the Boston Market, Maine Development Commission; Winthrop G. Libby; and Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, University of Maine

Submissions from 1932

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Maine By Motor, 1932, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Development Commission

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The Latch String, Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1928

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First Annual Economic Conference, 1928, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Development Commission

Submissions from 1927

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Maine Invites You, Information Bureau, Secretary of the State of Maine

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The Maine Development Commission: Its Scope and Work, 1927, Maine Development Commission and Clarence C. Stetson

Submissions from 1925

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Maine by Motor, Information Bureau, Secretary of the State of Maine

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Maine Has the Goods But She Must Sell Them, Maine Publicity Bureau