Studies have shown the technology misidentifies people of color more often than white people, and other cities have banned or restricted use of the technology.
Portland City Council
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After pushback, Portland City Council to vote on amended poll consolidation plan
The city clerk changed the proposal after councilors and community leaders expressed unhappiness with the low number of polling locations.
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Portland council clears way for businesses to take it outside
The measure, which will close off Wharf Street, Dana Street and sections of Milk Street and Exchange Street, is part of the city’s emergency coronavirus order, which now expires July 13.
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City issues dire warning about funding next year’s operating budget
The coronavirus has slashed revenues coming into the city and significant cuts in services will be required, the city’s finance director says.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Expanded outdoor dining must make room for public in public spaces
As cities move to enable restaurant patrons to socially distance while eating outside, they should be mindful of equity.
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Portland aligns emergency order with state’s reopening plan
Certain provisions, such as when dogs have to be leashed and the suspension of various municipal deadlines, remain in effect through June 1.
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Portland emergency order extended to May 18 with some tweaks
Workers who interact with the public must wear masks and nonessential businesses can now offer delivery and curbside pickup.
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Council offers incentive to convert short-term rentals to year leases
In an effort to open up the rental market to those in need, up to 25 short-term rental owners in Portland would receive $1,000 if they lease their units for at least a year.
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Portland OKs temporary licenses for marijuana testers
Nova Analytic Labs and ProVerde Laboratories could be among the first in the state to gain the licenses, a “critical component of adult use rollout.”
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Councilor Thibodeau: Maine’s future, and our planet’s future, depends on new leadership in the White House
Joe Biden will stand up to polluters, work toward a clean-energy economy and make the U.S. a leader on climate change again.