Remembering 9.11

September 11, 2009

BANGOR, MAINE – September 11, 2009 Eaton Peabody (EP) joined other community volunteers, Maine AmeriCorps, and members of the National Civilian Community Corps in the cleanup and restoration of the Park Woods Transitional Housing grounds in Bangor as part of the Maine Commission for Community Service and The Governor’s Office service project in honor of 9/11, which has been designated as “Patriot Day”.

Governor Baldacci announced that this year, the anniversary is being tied to a United We Serve project put forth by President Barack Obama. Several EP employees spent the afternoon clearing underbrush, planting perennials, creating a picnic area, and marking plants in the area so children can learn about nature.

About Park Woods Transitional Housing
In Park Woods, the City of Bangor converted 60 units of surplus military family housing into transitional housing for homeless individuals and families. Tenants, who may remain in the units for up to two years, are provided case management and an array of services to move toward self-sufficiency. For more information, visit bangormaine.gov.

About the Maine Commission for Community Service
The Maine Commission for Community Service builds capacity and sustainability in Maine's volunteer sector by funding service programs, developing volunteer managers, raising awareness of the scope and impact of the sector, and encouraging an ethic of service. For more information, visit maineservicecommission.gov.

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