Maine House of Representatives District 131: Represents Old Orchard Beach

Democrat and incumbent Lori Gramlich is opposed by Republican Scott Eccleston, a Vietnam era Army veteran and retired operating room nurse.

Eccleston did not respond to the Courier’s candidate questionnaire.

LORI GRAMLICH

City/Town: Old Orchard Beach

Relevant Experience: 

Served three terms, (six years) in the Maine State House. All three terms on the Environment and Natural Resources Committee and am currently House chair for this committee. Additionally served on the Taxation Committee, as well as House chair for the Commission to Study Water as a Resource. Previously served on Portland School Board as chair of Legislative Affairs Committee, chair of Policy Committee, as well as serving on Finance Committee and Personnel Committee. Vice president of Friends of the Ballpark, a nonprofit aimed at supporting OOB’s iconic ballpark. Licensed Master Social Worker.

Why are you running for office? 

I’ve worked my entire life advocating for and lifting vulnerable populations. Growing up with adversity, I knew I couldn’t change my situation, but thought, I could one day make things better for others; I have been doing that my entire life. I want to continue this work for our community.

What are your top three legislative priorities? 

Assuring the older Mainers can affordably age in place with the supports needed (targeted property tax relief); protecting our environment – namely our beaches and shoreline; children’s mental health.