The letter to the governor, spurred by a proposal from the Greater Portland Council of Governments, comes as the city is preparing to close a shelter for asylum seekers at the Portland Expo on Aug. 16.
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Portland city councilors get a look at resources to develop affordable housing
At a workshop Wednesday, the council got a look at ways the city can help subsidize projects and talked about whether current goals are enough to meet the need.
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Portland City Council expected to postpone action on municipal budget until July
City staff members are requesting another delay as they wait for the Legislature to determine General Assistance reimbursement levels.
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Fifth suspect charged in December shooting in Portland’s Kennedy Park
Keysane Abdi is charged with aggravated attempted murder and criminal conspiracy in the Dec. 21 shooting into a home where a 1-year-old child slept in a crib.
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City says no easy solution to Portland’s homeless crisis as it seeks state, federal aid
The city will try to get the state and other communities more involved in developing solutions for homeless Mainers and newly arrived immigrants.
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Portland’s interim police chief announces departure
Chief F. Heath Gorham will retire from the force at the end of the month after more than 20 years with the department and about 18 months as interim chief.
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Portland councilors approve contract to provide services at asylum seekers’ shelter
The contract was approved 8-1 for a 180-bed shelter at 166 Riverside Industrial Parkway.
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Live music, parade and ideal weather draw thousands to waterfront festival in Portland
Organizers of the Resurgam Music and Arts Festival are thrilled by the turnout in the event’s first year at Ocean Gateway.
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New study says Maine courts need more staff to reduce a rising case backlog
The study by the National Center for State Courts recommends that the Legislature consider providing funding for 9 additional judges and 53 more court clerks.
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Road leading to Portland Jetport reopens following car crash
The road was closed for a few hours Sunday afternoon after a wreck that sent two people to the hospital