lewiston city council

Published
March 21, 2023

Lewiston can’t arrest its way out of the homelessness crisis, police chief says

The Lewiston Police Department recently launched its Neighborhoods First initiative, which in addition to its homelessness crisis protocol, outlines a "proactive approach" to handling quality-of-life issues.
Published
December 31, 2022

Lewiston mayor says some city councilors are trying to silence him

City councilors will consider an amendment which would prohibit the mayor from engaging in council debates unless he relinquishes his role as presiding officer.
Published
October 10, 2022

Lewiston council puts off talks on proposed diversity, equity and inclusion policy

After indefinitely tabling an earlier version of the policy this year, an updated version that staff said responds to councilor concerns was also put off until at least early 2023.
Published
October 4, 2022

Lewiston council puts Cote Street ‘nature park’ on hold

Officials are exploring other options in response to neighborhood concerns for the proposed 14-acre nature park south of Webster Street.
Published
May 16, 2022

After controversy, Lewiston council will vote to ‘reaffirm’ diversity, equity and inclusion work

The resolution states, "Lewiston Public Schools has one of the most diverse student bodies in the state of Maine and the lived experiences of all our students are equally valuable," and "as a City Council we must acknowledge, respect and learn from the lived experiences of all our constituents."
Published
May 7, 2022

Two Lewiston councilors’ draft resolution on diversity programs causes backlash, concern

Two councilors wrote a resolution condemning optional diversity talks in the school district. Several councilors and the mayor only saw the resolution after the Sun Journal conducted a Freedom of Access Act request, prompting ethical questions.
Published
April 4, 2022

Lewiston could set hearing for shelter moratorium Tuesday

A majority of city councilors has expressed support for the moratorium, which officials say would be used to consider further shelter regulations or licensing. Opponents say it's unnecessary and may have unintended consequences.
Published
May 6, 2021

Lewiston could add public ‘loo’ to downtown location

Officials hope the permanent structure would eliminate public urination at city parks and garages and on private property.
Published
March 16, 2021

Lewiston approves ‘final,’ 5-year agreement for Bates Mill No. 5 redevelopment

The next five years could make or break the potential redevelopment of the historic mill, with its recognizable saw-tooth roof.
Published
October 20, 2020

Lewiston council approves funding for police body cameras

The project was accelerated after the city's largest police union pressured the city to speed up its original timeline for acquiring body cameras.