Pesticide ban
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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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PublishedJune 21, 2017
Speakers at hearing urge Portland councilors to ban pesticides but differ on best approach
More than two dozen people voice support for banning the use of pesticides in Portland, but they split over whether to back a measure adopted by South Portland or one drafted by a city task force.
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PublishedJune 19, 2017
Pesticide restriction plan to get Portland City Council hearing Wednesday
Opponents are already organizing against the proposed ordinance created by a city task force.
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PublishedSeptember 13, 2016
South Portland rolls out plan to promote pesticide ordinance
City officials believe an outreach and education campaign will encourage compliance, but they hope most residents won't need convincing.
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PublishedJune 21, 2016
Maine Voices: As debate over pesticides ramps up, let’s dispel a number of myths
The EPA hasn't provided a long-term look at the effects of toxic lawn and garden materials.
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PublishedJune 17, 2016
Maine Voices: South Portland plan to ban pesticides a needless and harmful overreach
Regulators already ensure the chemicals are safe for human exposure and little pollution of Casco Bay has been found.
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PublishedMay 17, 2016
Maine Voices: South Portland on the right track with comprehensive pesticide ordinance
Maintaining a natural lawn is a cheap option that's healthier for Casco Bay and our pollinators.
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PublishedApril 23, 2016
Maine Voices: Urge Maine delegation to back tighter federal control over toxic substances
Legislation should call for testing 'chemicals of high concern' and shouldn't invalidate any existing safeguards.
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PublishedApril 20, 2016
South Portland takes more time to decide on pesticide ban
The City Council postpones final action on the draft ordinance so the measure can be reviewed again in a workshop.
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PublishedApril 19, 2016
Maine Voices: South Portland’s proposal to ban synthetic pesticides too heavy-handed
Educating the public and creating an organics-only test plot on city property would be better first steps.