Lewiston city council

Published
June 28, 2023

Lewiston council denies permit for Church of Safe Injection barbecue

A statement from the Church of Safe Injection said it's 'evident' from listening to the councilors who voted to deny the permit that 'there is considerable confusion about our organization and what we do.'
Published
June 21, 2023

Lewiston council denies license for Park Street shelter proposal

In a 5-2 vote, councilors said a lack of funding cast doubt on the shelter operators' ability to meet the requirements of the license they were seeking.
Published
May 12, 2023

Lewiston, Auburn city councils to consider changes to airport board

The councils will meet Monday to discuss a proposal to downsize the airport's board of directors.
Published
March 21, 2023

Lewiston can’t arrest its way out of the homelessness crisis, police chief says

The Lewiston Police Department recently launched its Neighborhoods First initiative, which in addition to its homelessness crisis protocol, outlines a "proactive approach" to handling quality-of-life issues.
Published
December 31, 2022

Lewiston mayor says some city councilors are trying to silence him

City councilors will consider an amendment which would prohibit the mayor from engaging in council debates unless he relinquishes his role as presiding officer.

Published
October 10, 2022

Lewiston council puts off talks on proposed diversity, equity and inclusion policy

After indefinitely tabling an earlier version of the policy this year, an updated version that staff said responds to councilor concerns was also put off until at least early 2023.
Published
October 4, 2022

Lewiston council puts Cote Street ‘nature park’ on hold

Officials are exploring other options in response to neighborhood concerns for the proposed 14-acre nature park south of Webster Street.
Published
May 16, 2022

After controversy, Lewiston council will vote to ‘reaffirm’ diversity, equity and inclusion work

The resolution states, "Lewiston Public Schools has one of the most diverse student bodies in the state of Maine and the lived experiences of all our students are equally valuable," and "as a City Council we must acknowledge, respect and learn from the lived experiences of all our constituents."
Published
May 7, 2022

Two Lewiston councilors’ draft resolution on diversity programs causes backlash, concern

Two councilors wrote a resolution condemning optional diversity talks in the school district. Several councilors and the mayor only saw the resolution after the Sun Journal conducted a Freedom of Access Act request, prompting ethical questions.
Published
April 4, 2022

Lewiston could set hearing for shelter moratorium Tuesday

A majority of city councilors has expressed support for the moratorium, which officials say would be used to consider further shelter regulations or licensing. Opponents say it's unnecessary and may have unintended consequences.