Some developers encouraged the flexible value-based options like the state DEP has, while some residents, such as shellfish harvesters, wish the setback would be larger.
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Council Corner: Making decisions about growth in Scarborough
If you’ve been following along, you know that I share your concerns about growth in our town. It affects each of us in different ways. If I were visiting from way away, like say Mars, and listened to the chatter, I would think “growth” is some kind of disease. Its symptoms include traffic congestion, long […]
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From Augusta – Repairing Fort Preble and preserving our history
Here in Senate District 29, one of our greatest assets is our rich history – especially our naval history along the coast. This history has often been preserved alongside open spaces and trails that we use for recreation, walking, biking, birdwatching and transportation. One of my favorite places to walk my dogs is the Greenbelt […]
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Scarborough Meetings: Jan. 10-17
Fri. 1/10 8 a.m. Long-Range Planning Zoom, Town Hall Mon. 1/13 6 p.m. School Building Advisory Zoom, Town Hall Tue. 1/14 5:30 p.m. Coastal Waters/Harbor Committee Town Hall Tue. 1/14 6:30 p.m. Shellfish Conservation Town Hall Wed. 1/15 4 p.m. Appointments and Negotiations Town Hall Wed. 1/15 5 p.m. Ordinance Committee Town Hall Wed. 1/15 […]
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Scarborough seeks public feedback on Open Space Plan
The deadline for residents provide input on the plan is Wednesday, Jan. 15.
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Scarborough to consider updating beach fees, limit passes for non-residents
The 435 non-resident passes issued in 2024 was a 37% increase over 2023.
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In the Know: Town manager looks back at efforts of active community
As 2024 comes to a close, I look back positively on the influence that many engaged community members have had on notable efforts this past year. The year started with fresh results of a community survey – the second in three years – as well as other feedback on various topics from residents ranging from […]
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Impact of Welch fund continues to improve Greater Portland community
The fund, run through the Maine Community Foundation, distributed over $222,000 in grants for a wide range of community-focused projects in 2024.
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Scarborough Meetings: Jan. 3-10
Mon. 1/6 6 p.m. School Building Advisory Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 1/8 4 p.m. Communications Committee Town Hall Wed. 1/8 5 p.m. Appointments/Negotiations Committee Town Hall Wed. 1/8 6 p.m. Ordinance Committee Zoom, Public Safety Wed. 1/8 6 p.m. Town Audit Workshop Town Hall Wed. 1/8 7 p.m. Town Council Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 1/9 […]
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Council Corner: Goal setting – a collaborative approach to building a stronger community
The new year brings with it a renewed sense of purpose for our Town Council, as we prepare to begin a thoughtful and inclusive approach to goal setting. Our focus is to build upon the progress already underway while incorporating the valuable input of our community members. This process aims not only to reflect what […]