The council voted 5-3 to approve the program Monday night, with opposing councilors concerned about cost, the timeline for distribution of funds and the inclusion of fiscal appropriations in the ordinance.
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Portland’s first director of equity and diversity wants to start community dialogue
Umaru Balde is tasked with promoting equity and inclusion and will serve as an adviser to the city manager and council.
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Portland looks to hotel guests for a boost in its tourism budget
The proposal to create a tourism development district could more than double the funds for marketing the city as a year-round destination.
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Maine cities, towns face historic tax increases as costs rise relentlessly
School budgets tip the scales for municipalities trying to balance fiscal responsibilities without burdening residents.
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With shelter closing and apartments rising, Portland’s Bayside awaits transformation
Developers plan more than 800 units in the city’s gateway. Neighbors recognize the need for housing but have concerns about traffic, green space and where affordable units will be built.
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Man convicted of aggravated assault in Riverton shooting
Abdihamit Ali, 22, was found guilty on 3 charges tied to the September shooting that injured 1 woman and nearly hit a sleeping child.
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Body recovered from Presumpscot River identified as missing Portland man
Police say the body found in the river last week was identified as 21-year-old Samuel Mugisha who has been missing since November.
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Woman shot on I-295 now in stable condition
Paige Halsey, 25, was critically injured last week during a shooting on Interstate 295. Her father said she will have a lengthy recovery.
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Portland puts off plan to clear encampment from Bayside Trail
A City Council committee will meet next week with staff and community partners to talk about the best way to help the homeless people living in tents at the site, which the city said has given rise to health and safety concerns.
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Former Portland teacher files federal lawsuit against district, former superintendent
Eric Poulin filed the suit in federal court on Wednesday saying he was retaliated against for raising concerns about staffing levels.