South Portland City Council

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  May 11, 2023
  

  Fears of Bug Light Park sale are overblown, South Portland city manager says

  The City Council discusses measures to further protect the park and other public open spaces, including requiring a referendum on any potential sales.

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  March 23, 2023
  

  Maine Voices: Denial of conservation easement for Bug Light Park breaks our hearts

  It’s illogical for the South Portland City Council to repeatedly state that Bug Light should never be sold; should always be protected, and to then deny access to that protection.

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  March 22, 2023
  

  South Portland council approves rent control, homeless shelter ordinances

  But officials say the city doesn't have the staff to enforce the new 10% annual rent cap in a similar way to Portland's stronger rent control measure.

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  March 14, 2023
  

  Prospect of ban on gas-powered lawn equipment draws pushback in South Portland

  While some residents and lawn care companies support the move to electric mowers and leaf blowers, others worry that it would hurt some businesses and lower-income homeowners.

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  March 13, 2023
  

  South Portland council to hear progress report on climate plan

  Proposals up for consideration include a ban on gasoline-powered lawn equipment and a pay-as-you-throw trash collection program.

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  January 11, 2023
  

  South Portland pushes ahead with rent control proposal

  Mayor Kate Lewis called it a moderate measure that she believes won't stifle development or lead landlords to raise rents.

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  December 14, 2022
  

  South Portland considers new zoning for homeless shelters to ward off tax increase

  The city manager warns of a tax increase of 6% to more than 20% if local hotels keep operating as shelters.

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  December 7, 2022
  

  South Portland City Council puts Lewis in mayor’s seat again

  Jennifer Ryan was selected as chairperson of the South Portland School Board at the city's inauguration ceremony Monday.

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  November 24, 2022
  

  Residents advocate for flavored tobacco ban

  Students, parents, and residents gathered at the South Portland Community Center on Monday to support a ban on flavored tobacco in the city and to speak out against the tactics of tobacco companies that target youth.

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  November 22, 2022
  

  South Portland City Council chooses mayor for 2023

  Councilor Kate Lewis is poised to be formally elected and inaugurated on Dec. 5.

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