open space
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PublishedSeptember 22, 2020
South Portland council rejects tree-saving development moratorium
A majority of city councilors said they want to preserve open space and trees but don't believe a moratorium is necessary.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2020
Proposed development moratorium sparks tree debate in South Portland
The moratorium could halt two multifamily housing proposals that threaten to destroy hundreds of trees.
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PublishedMarch 12, 2020
Falmouth approves $200K towards land trust purchase, final vote March 23
Town leaders agree the 52-acre parcel of undeveloped forest near the Foreside is ecologically valuable.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2020
To protect open space, SoPo committee recommends prohibition on sale, new zoning districts
The City Council got its first look at the proposal during a non-voting workshop Thursday.
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PublishedFebruary 17, 2020
Piggery neighbors circulate petition aimed at open-space preservation
South Portland residents hope city councilors will consider the need for green space and affordable housing in their neighborhood.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2020
South Portland planners OK contract zone for O’Neil Street project
The zoning proposal will go before City Council for approval, after which the project will undergo site plan review.
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PublishedFebruary 10, 2020
Land trust asks Falmouth for $400,000 to help buy ‘great conservation property’
The 52-acre site is one of the last remaining undeveloped parcels of forest on the east side of town.
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PublishedJanuary 21, 2020
Refreshing Yarmouth’s Latchstring Park will enhance upper village
A task force is creating a set of recommendations for improvement.
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PublishedOctober 16, 2019
New Falmouth preserve takes wing as much-needed bird sanctuary
New studies show that birds are at high risk through climate change, particularly in Maine.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2019
Task force presenting ‘long overdue’ Yarmouth open space plan
The proposal will be presented to residents at a Sept. 30 forum at Town Hall and come before the Town Council for review later this fall.
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