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PublishedAugust 29, 2016
Maine Voices: Strimling’s housing proposals seem more political than practical
Portland's mayor is misguided on credit checks and rent control, a longtime landlord argues.
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PublishedJuly 12, 2016
Portland city attorney warns council committee: Renter protections to be legally tricky
Housing crunch remedies sought by advocates, such as mass-eviction limits and rent control, would be costly and challenging, a memo says.
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PublishedJune 22, 2016
Greg Kesich: As we honor city visionary, affirm our own vision for Portland
While thanking former City Manager John Menario, let's recommit to the new Franklin Street project.
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PublishedJune 1, 2016
Maine Voices: Urgent action needed to address the affordable housing crisis in Portland
A new coalition supports a temporary cap on rent increases and a six-month ban on no-cause evictions.
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PublishedNovember 14, 2015
Our View: Housing series probes depth of city rental crisis
Starting Sunday, 'No Vacancy' shows what's at stake in the battle for affordable housing.