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PublishedFebruary 7, 2020
Maine Voices: On climate change, Portland says one thing and does another
The approval of the massive mixed-use 58 Fore St. project is the latest decision at odds with the city's pledges to work toward a low-carbon economy.
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PublishedJanuary 31, 2020
Councilor Ray: Portland should endorse resolution, build shelter with no cap
A single facility, with space and services for those who need them, also will allow city staff to focus more resources on keeping people from ever entering the shelter system.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2020
Councilor Duson: City Council working hard to address Portland’s housing crisis
Regulatory changes and major investments are meant to keep Portland a place where new workers and longtime residents can thrive.
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PublishedJanuary 16, 2020
Councilor: Community input wanted on plan to replace Oxford Street Shelter
On Feb. 3, Portland's City Council will vote on a proposed 210-bed low-barrier shelter; councilors are also planning facilities for seniors and the mentally ill.
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PublishedJanuary 4, 2020
Maine Voices: City should take steps to make housing affordable
Portland needs to preserve the affordable rentals that exist and create incentives for new construction.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2019
Another View: Portland’s not perfect. But is it Potterville? Take another look.
A columnist who says that Maine's largest city is heartless paints with a broad brush.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2019
Maine Voices: Once a wonderful city, Portland is becoming Potterville
As the city becomes richer, it's turning its back on what attracted us to it in the first place.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2019
Our View: Maine government should lead on asylum-seeker aid
Helping today's refugees is an investment in tomorrow's workforce.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2019
Maine Voices: Portland should think creatively about affordable housing
City officials need to look at democratic housing models and collaborate with tenant advocacy groups as well as lenders, landlords and developers.
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PublishedDecember 16, 2019
City looks to fill board, committee vacancies
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