I am writing in support of Nicole Petit, who is a write-in candidate for the South Portland School Board. I have known Nicole for many years. She has many qualities that, in my opinion, qualify her to serve on the School Board. Here are two: Nicole listens carefully even when she doesn’t agree and does […]

Question 2, on Medicaid expansion, at first glance seems like a great deal. We get money from the federal government to expand coverage up to 138 percent of the poverty level for able-bodied childless adults at 90 percent reimbursement. The devil is in the details though. Most of this newly eligible group are currently able […]

Question 2 on Portland’s upcoming city ballot gives a handful of residents the right to stop opportunities to build affordable housing, invest in key infrastructure, and create businesses – all of which are crucial to growth and sustainability. I urge Portland voters to vote no on Question 2 this fall. Let’s not allow a very small […]

A tenant who pays rent on time has much more value to a landlord than a vacant apartment. Eviction is expensive and time consuming, and not something landlords take lightly. I was a tenant for many years and know what it feels like to be harassed by neighbors, barking dogs in no-dog buildings, and feeling […]

I would like to thank the Falmouth Town Council for considering a retroactive moratorium related to zoning density changes. I understand that developers feel that a change mid-stream is unfair and that it could have financial implications for them, but what about the citizens and taxpayers of Falmouth? Why should we be left to live […]

I would like to thank the Falmouth Town Council for considering a retroactive moratorium related to zoning density changes. I understand that developers feel that a change mid-stream is unfair and that it could have financial implications for them, but what about the citizens and taxpayers of Falmouth? Why should we be left to live […]

Portland has become a popular destination for living, dining and entertainment. There continues to be strong and continued interest in new housing projects, new businesses and tourism. Question 2 enables a minority of city residents to petition against zoning changes, which are required for most new development projects. If 25 percent of registered voters who […]

Portland has become a popular destination for living, dining and entertainment. There continues to be strong and continued interest in new housing projects, new businesses and tourism. Question 2 enables a minority of city residents to petition against zoning changes, which are required for most new development projects. If 25 percent of registered voters who […]

I would like to encourage the voters of Scarborough to support and vote for Peter Hayes for Town Council. Peter brings a mind for business to the council. Because of his business background he is an excellent resource as we move forward with long-range financial planning associated with the new Comprehensive Plan. He is fair […]