Gov. Mills announces $5M+ for storm resiliency projects across Maine

Published: May 27, 2026 at 6:01 PM EDT|Updated: May 27, 2026 at 6:43 PM EDT

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - Governor Mills has announced millions of dollars in funding to improve storm resiliency.

Municipalities across Maine will be receiving more than $5 million.

As part of the funding, the city of Calais will be receiving $75,000 for LED lighting fixtures on sidewalks.

The Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians will be getting nearly $75,000 to replace oil furnaces with heat pumps in 23 housing units.