Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

of Maine at Presque Isle to the Aroostook River. The project focuses on making downtown more pedestrian-friendly, connecting neighborhoods, and improving recreational facilities, aiming to blend small-town charm with big-city amenities. A CONFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGY, RECREATION, AND AGRICULTURE Presque Isle is a town where innovation, recreation, and agriculture intertwine to create a unique living experience. Both Weibley and Powers share insights that paint a picture of a community deeply connected to its natural surroundings and modern advancements. Weibley begins by pointing out the exceptional broadband infrastructure in Presque Isle, a feature that he, as a millennial, found particularly appealing when he moved to the area. “It’s quite incredible,” he says, “We have access to up to ten gigs of speed thanks to the Three Ring Binder of Maine project, ensuring robust internet connectivity even in the Galan Weibley 187 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 PRESQUE ISLE , MAINE