CONSTRUCTIONAPPROVED

Rockport Select Board Agenda Packet September 2025

Rockport Approves $3M Grant Agreement for New Park

Up to $3,000,000 (including $500,000 direct to Tandem Landscape Architects and $2,500,000 to Town; may be reduced to $2,000,000 if $500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant is received) PLUS additional gift for Field House and Performance Pavilion (amount TBD)Town of RockportLESHER FAMILY FOUNDATIONSeptember 8, 2025

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Description

The Town of Rockport approved a grant agreement and initial $3 million donation from the Lesher Family Foundation to fully fund the construction of Rockport Common. The award provides for both direct payments to design professionals and a grant to the Town for construction, with additional philanthropic funding to be provided for two major park buildings. The contract includes provisions for public bidding, payment, and endowment if federal grants are received.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

Vendor

LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION

Agency

Town of Rockport, ME

Contract Type

CONSTRUCTION

Document Date

September 8, 2025

Contract Term

Effective upon execution in 2025; construction to proceed in phases through at least 2027

Renewal Date

2027-12-31

Renewal Info

Possible amendment: Foundation intends additional gift for Field House and Pavilion, to be finalized by addendum; monthly disbursement. Term can be extended by mutual written agreement. Subject to federal grant reallocation contingency.