Lynn Copeland is committed to bringing citizens together for the betterment of our economy, environment, and society. She is deeply committed to the community and is a relatable and conscientious voice for Saco's citizens. Copeland’s priorities are to generate a larger industrial base to create economic growth to offset property taxes, engage the youth and senior citizens in our community to create bonds, build relationships and contribute to a healthy community, and to embrace and protect our natural resources.
City purchase of a downtown building for a teen/senior center
Saco River Corridor Commission
A greenbelt in Saco
Focus on Parks
The Ecology School
Support Age Friendly Saco
Successfully fought for Camp Ellis Pier cameras
Only female on Council
Charter is now gender neutral
Zoning ordinance review
In the annual report, Dick Lambert, former Dir. of Code Enforcement, states that for the first time in memory commercial construction spending outpaced residential construction spending.
Graduate of the Citizens’ Police Academy in Saco
MMA trainings
Support of the Dyer Library through staff raises
Support of Saco Main Street and their events
Conservation Commission – Trail GIS mapping, begin research on tree cutting ordinance
Hiring committee for the successful hiring of Ryan Sommer, as Director of Saco’s Parks and Recreation Department
Parks & Rec Advisory Board – focus on parks and teens
Seniority Program
Significant programming growth
Older community-playground updates
Supported Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine both in the Saco office and statewide
Purchased land to develop into additional industrial park