Resilient.
That’s what our communities are.
Maine is a resilient state, but we are facing significant hardship. Join Charlotte in her fight for a version of Maine that can weather any storm—from economic shifts to hurricanes to state and federal policy changes. Let’s work together in Augusta to keep Maine affordable, strong, and thriving: now and for future generations.
Meet Charlotte
Charlotte grew up and lives in Edgecomb. Her father, David Nutt, is a retired boat builder, and her late mother, Judy Sandick, was a physician at St. Andrews and Miles Memorial Hospital. Growing up, Charlotte attended public schools on the peninsula and played on the Boothbay Middle School field hockey team and YMCA swim team. In high school she worked as deckhand on Schooner Eastwind and sailing instructor at the Boothbay Sea and Science Center.
Her experiences growing up are reflected in her career. Charlotte is a self-employed data consultant with a focus on creating resilience for Midcoast municipalities. She helps municipal leaders plan efforts in housing, transportation, economic development, and environmental sustainability. In her free time, she enjoys getting outside on the Maine coast or the inland mountains, baking, and spending time with her big family.
Education:
2019: BS in Earth science, BA in economics at Dartmouth College
2022: MS in Public Policy, Planning, and Management from Muskie School, USM
How we build resilience
Everyone deserves a place to live. While low- and middle-income families are being priced out of homes, especially on our peninsula, even upper-middle class families are struggling to find a place to live. Housing is the root of everything, and the State must be diligent in appropriating funds each legislative session. There is no one solution to this crisis, so we need to attack it from many angles: build more housing, preserve housing that is at risk of deterioration, and rehab older buildings.
Housing for all
The storms of January 2024 are fresh in everyone’s minds. They were devastating, and we are still rebuilding. The State must work to improve climate resilience technologies, support municipalities in storm recovery, and continue to work to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.
Climate and sustainability
We have already seen one hospital close on our peninsula, and our other rural hospitals are at risk in this state. We must make sure we keep our hospitals and clinics running and fully staffed with affordable healthcare for anyone.
Healthcare reform
Maine has been a leader on women’s healthcare and gender-affirming care. Yet, these successes are under attack again by federal policies and funding. The State must be ready to protect healthcare choices for those most vulnerable to losing them.
Reproductive freedom
Maine is a unique place. We are deeply connected as community members and as small local economies. Our businesses are incredibly special and unique to our corner of the country. Our maritime tradesmen, artists, chefs, and other specialized industries make Maine who we are, and we must support them in Augusta
Unique Maine industries
Better access to data
Statewide databases in Maine face unique challenges due to the rural nature of our communities. However, the State must provide adequate datasets so municipal officials and regional public policy organizations can make informed decisions. These datasets are the backbone of smart policy, and they must be current and comprehensive.
Letters to the Editor
Geoff Bates, South Bristol, A Worthy Successor, Lincoln County News: Last weekend, I drove Charlotte Nutt, candidate for Maine House District 48, as she canvassed voters throughout South Bristol. We stopped at over 20 homes and, time after time, I watched as she engaged in lengthy, animated conversation — with folks she had only just met — about their vision for good government…
Carole Zalucky, Southport, Please vote for Charlotte Nutt, Boothbay Register: …Charlotte is young and brings a fresh mind, incredible energy, and a deep dedication to the best interests of our community. Growing up in Edgecomb and spending summers on Southport—where her father became a familiar fixture in the boatbuilding business—she has deep roots here…
Jeff Tarbox, Westport Island, Local Knowledge and Practical Experience, Lincoln County News: I am supporting Charlotte Nutt for state representative because I believe our community would benefit from having someone in Augusta who understands the Midcoast firsthand and has the experience to help address the challenges we face…
Lisa McSwain, Edgecomb: Vote for Charlotte Nutt, Boothbay Register: …Charlotte grew up in Edgecomb, so she knows our community and the issues that matter to the people who live here. Her connection to this area is not simply political—it is personal. Charlotte is also a self-employed data consultant whose work focuses on building resilience for Midcoast municipalities…
Bruce MacDonald, Boothbay, Supporting Charlotte Nutt, Boothbay Register: …In this work, she helps municipal leaders plan efforts in housing, transportation, economic development, and environmental sustainability. As she says, Maine, and especially the Midcoast has incredible businesses in the maritime trades, lobstering, and artists and chefs who make us who we are. She will work to support them In every way she can in Augusta…
Kim Nutt, Edgecomb, Charlotte Nutt: Relentlessly Resilient, Boothbay Register: …Charlotte’s experiences living and working all over the world have given her the rare ability to connect with almost anyone and really hear their perspective - an essential skill for collaborating with 153 other legislators…
Charlotte’s work in the news
Campaign announcement: Charlotte Nutt to run for House District 48 | Boothbay Register
Endorsement letter from Representative Holly Stover:Endorsement of Charlotte Nutt for Maine House District 48 | Boothbay Register
Housing study to quantify demand: Area needs almost 700 new housing units, MCOG study finds | News | midcoastvillager.com
Documentary on environmental expedition: Follow the Water - A Source to Sea Adventure | Short Documentary - YouTube
Campaign events and news
Community Meet and Greet 9/30, 4:30-6pm: Join us at Rutherford Public Library (2000 SR 129, South Bristol, ME) to chat with Charlotte and your neighbors of District 48.
Event at Glidden Point Oyster: Community Meet and Greet Planned for Charlotte Nutt and Senator Cameron Reny at Glidden Point May 17 | Boothbay Register
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