KVCOG Staff
Joel Greenwood
Executive Director
(207) 453-4258 ext. 213
jgreenwood@kvcog.org
As the Executive Director, Joel is responsible for overseeing all aspects of KVCOG operations and programs, including long range planning, policy and procedures, market strategies, knowledge of federal and state legislation, annual budget development, and personnel management. Joel also oversees all aspects of Community Planning, including assisting with land use issues, comprehensive planning, ordinance writing, bicycle and pedestrian planning, and maintaining and utilizing the GIS system.
Diana Rafuse
Finance Director
(207) 453-4258 ext. 214
drafuse@kvcog.org
As the Finance Director, Diana manages our financial and reporting needs. She is responsible for accounts payable and receivable, managing the audit, ensuring loan and grant compliance, small business outreach, and much more.
Maggie Camden
Operations & Program Services Administrator
207-453-4258 ext. 221
mcamden@kvcog.org
As the Operations and Program Services Administrator, Maggie serves at the primary link between KVCOG and the communities we serve; assisting our member municipalities with their needs, services and requests; as well as coordinating member events and training with the KVCOG planners. Maggie also manages the complete Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) program, this includes applications, marketing, and loan servicing. She also handles critical financial and administrative duties to ensure the organization runs smoothly to assist the Executive Director and Finance Director.
Jessie Cyr
Community and Economic Development Director
(207) 453-4258 ext. 220
jcyr@kvcog.org
As the Community and Economic Development Director, Jessie assists our municipal members with finding potential funding, assistance with grant writing and advises on economic development strategies for individual towns and the region.
Jeff Drew
Regional Code Enforcement Officer
207-453-4258 ext. 215
jdrew@kvcog.org
As the Regional Code Enforcement Officer, Jeff is responsible for managing the Somerset County region's permitting process from application to the issuance of occupancy certificates. He conducts essential site inspections, including septic, plumbing, and electrical, to ensure compliance with all local ordinances. Jeff serves as a key advisor to municipal staff and various boards, responding to citizen inquiries, investigating
Olivia Kunesh
Environmental Coordinator
(207) 453-4258 ext. 219
okunesh@kvcog.org
As the Environmental Coordinator, Olivia works on our environmental programs including the Solid Waste Program, Textile Recycling/Recovery, Composting Program, Joint Purchasing and the Household Hazardous Waste events.
Jessica Cobb
Senior Planner
207-453-4258 ext. 218
jcobb@kvcog.org
As the Senior Planner, Jessica works on comprehensive plan updates, drafting new ordinances and regulations, amending existing regulations, and many other planning tasks.
Grainne Shaw
Community & Resiliency Planner
(207) 453-4258 Ext. 210
gshaw@kvcog.org
As the Community & Resiliency Planner, Grainne works with municipalities to explore new resources and solutions to help communities thrive.
Melanie Weston
Community Planner
207-453-4258 ext. 222
mweston@kvcog.org
As the Community Planner, Melanie works on comprehensive plan updates, drafting new ordinances and regulations, amending existing regulations, and many other planning tasks.
Turner Allen
Community Planner/GIS Specialist
207-453-4258 ext. 212
tallen@kvcog.org
As the Community Planner/GIS Specialist, Turner works on community and project mapping, comprehensive plan updates, drafting new ordinances and regulations, amending existing regulations, and many other planning tasks.
Jeannette Berman
Community / Land Use Planner
207-453-4258 ext. 216
jberman@kvcog.org
As the Community / Land Use Planner, Melanie works on comprehensive plan updates, drafting new ordinances and regulations, amending existing regulations, and many other planning tasks.
