His suggestion of giving the mayor more powers – as in Waterville – may actually lead to more collaboration with the City Council.
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: We need more neighbors
What would it take to make car-free living available to people who want it?
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: We’re all included in definition of ‘real Maine,’ ‘real America’
Leaders of our state’s Roman Catholic and Protestant communities should denounce an anti-Semitic attack on Portland’s mayor.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: New mayor offers Portland hope for a fresh start
Mayor-elect Kate Snyder’s sweep of all 12 precincts shows her ability to bring people together.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Court must uphold Portland voters’ right to decide on campaign funding program
This is now a question of ensuring that elected officials and unelected city staff act in accord with the Maine and U.S. constitutions.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Portland assessor: Citywide revaluation is a time to ensure property-tax fairness
Benefits of the reassessment process include a decrease in taxes for some (yes, really) and an increase in Homestead Exemption relief.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland sets schedule for annual district meetings
PORTLAND — The mayor, city councilors, city manager and city staff will attend annual district meetings this month to discuss neighborhood issues and answer questions from the public. The meeting in District 1, hosted by Councilor Belinda Ray, will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, at East End School. Councilor Spencer Thibodeau will host […]
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Portland mayor’s race a family squabble
In a politically polarized world, the city’s politicians are still fighting despite being on the same pole.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Portland should work toward new vision for developing housing
Viable ideas include setting up a revolving loan fund, encouraging a multifamily approach and building off-peninsula.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Many valid questions remain about Riverton homeless shelter
Transportation, the disruption of client-provider ties and the exact number of beds are among the issues that require more consideration.