portland city government
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PublishedDecember 19, 2017
Portland council impasse could delay work on numerous initiatives
Council committees remain vacant after councilors vote down Mayor Ethan Strimling's proposal to appoint himself chairman of the budget committee, rekindling tension over the mayor's role.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2017
Council vote on Portland pesticide ordinance is delayed
Several who testified on the proposal Monday said a half-dozen changes proposed by the city staff would weaken it.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2017
Maine Voices: Portland’s effort to reduce use of toxic pesticides is sorely needed
We don't need to use chemicals to nurture healthy public and private green space.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2017
New version of pesticide rules set for public hearing in Portland
City councilors will likely postpone action because of more than a half-dozen proposed amendments.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2017
Portland planners approve hotel and condos on former Rufus Deering Lumber site
The decision comes after the developer agrees to help ease traffic concerns on Commercial Street and protect parking for waterfront workers.
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PublishedDecember 12, 2017
Maine Voices: Greater Portland Council of Government doesn’t dictate decision-making, it facilitates it
By collaborating with partner communities through civil public dialogue on regional issues, we help lead the way as a neutral party that hears all sides.
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PublishedDecember 4, 2017
Portland city councilors take oath of office
Two incumbents and a newcomer are formally seated during an inauguration ceremony Monday.
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PublishedNovember 20, 2017
Portland council extends city manager’s contract, with incentives to stay longer
Jon Jennings' three-year extension includes many benefits that build up over time.
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PublishedNovember 20, 2017
Portland to require prevailing wage for workers on developments that get tax breaks
The City Council also grants $6.5 million in tax breaks to two affordable housing projects that could add 135 units, more than half of which would be considered affordable.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2017
Jill Duson fends off challengers in costly Portland council race
The veteran city councilor overcomes challenges from Joey Brunelle and Bree LaCasse and keeps her at-large seat.
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