The article clarifies the ownership structure of the shuttered Eagle Point Energy Center (EPEC) trash incinerator in Orrington, Maine. The town of Orrington owns 25%, while Northern Farms LLC, whose majority owner is Evan Coleman, holds the remaining 75%. This contradicts previous statements by Orrington's town manager.
Orrington has a $2.5 million mortgage on the property due to back taxes and investments. Millions more are needed for renovations.
A 10-day fire in October 2024 caused significant damage, including roof destruction and floor damage. 16,000 tons of trash had to be relocated. Repairs are expected to take at least a year and a half, with varying reopening estimates.
The town manager's previous statements about ownership percentages differed from the information revealed in EPEC's solid waste license and the information provided by the asset manager. The article also notes that Orrington has failed to provide a copy of its contract with EPEC despite multiple Freedom of Access Act requests.