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Stars and Stripes Spectacular Set for July 4th on the Eastern Promenade

A full day of activities is planned for July 4th on the Eastern Promenade. It is the 8th annual event for July 4th Portland, and the largest 4th of July event north of Boston. There are many street closures in place, please read on to learn about them. Read on...
City’s Five Splash Pads & Kiwanis Pool Now Open For Summer Season

Looking for a place to cool off with the kids this summer? Make a splash at the Deering Oaks Ravine or the Kiwanis Pool, both of which are now open. The City also operates four other splash pads throughout Portland. Read on...
Riverside Golf Course Helps Feed the Bees

The City of Portland’s Riverside Golf Course is one of 58 grant recipients in 31 states to receive funds from the Feed a Bee Forage Grant Initiative. The course received the maximum award amount of $5,000. Read on...
Portland International Jetport Hosts Job Fair on June 22

The Portland International Jetport is hosting an airport jobs fair on Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 2-5 PM in the Jetport Terminal. Read on...
Effort Underway to Encourage Housing for Portland Workers

Following the recent City Council approval of Portland’s new Comprehensive Plan, there is an effort to address a key concern raised by many: producing housing that average Portland residents and workers can afford. Read on...
Exchange Street Paving Project Begins June 16

A contractor working for the City of Portland, Glidden Excavating and Paving, Inc., will begin work on June 16, 2017 for the Exchange Street Paving Project. The construction work zone extends from Congress Street to Middle Street. Read on...
Paving Project to Begin on Veranda Street

Maine DOT crews will begin paving Veranda Street in Portland on Wednesday evening, June 14th. The work will be performed overnight from 10:00 PM until 11:00 AM. Read on...
Unofficial Election Results

The unofficial election results for the June school budget validation vote and state referendum can be viewed here. Read on...
Portland School Budget Vote Set for June 13

The City Clerk’s Office announced today that Portland voters will be asked to approve the Portland Public School’s budget in a citywide referendum on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Read on...
Council Committee Hosts June 21 Meeting to Review Pesticides Ordinances & Hold Public Hearing

The Council’s Sustainability & Transportation Committee will review pesticides ordinances for the first time and hold a public hearing to accept public comment at its June 21 meeting. The meeting will take place in Council Chambers at 5:30 PM. Read on...
Dr. Lemire Completes 20+ Years at the India Street Health Center

Humble as always, Dr. Ann Lemire completed her last day at India Street on June 8 without mention or spectacle. Dr. Lemire provided more than 20 years of service to the City of Portland at the India Street Health Center. Read on...
Citizens Invited to Attend Portland's Age-Friendly Community Summit

Portland senior citizens, service providers, neighborhood association members, community leaders, business owners, and interested Portland residents of any age are invited to attend the Age-Friendly Community Summit on Thursday, June 15. Read on...
Residential Parking Stickers Now Available for July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018

Residential parking stickers are now available in the Parking Division Office, Room 20, City Hall basement. These stickers are valid for July 1, 2017–June 30, 2018. Read on...
Mayor Strimling Joins 'Climate Mayors' Network to Uphold Paris Agreement

Mayor Strimling joined the “Climate Mayors” network in support of the Paris Agreement. To help bring further awareness, City Hall will be lit green this week and the Mayor is working with Councilors to sponsor a resolve in support of the Paris Agreement Read on...
Cruise Season Officially Underway; Portland to Welcome 103 Ships this Season

The 2017 cruise season officially begins this Sunday with the arrival of the first large ship of the season. This year, the cruise season spans from May to November bringing 103 cruise ships and more than 125,000 passengers. Read on...
Pavement Restriping Program Begins

The City is alerting the public that street and crosswalk restriping work is expected to begin in a limited fashion this week with a more significant level of production the week of June 5th, and will continue throughout the spring and summer. Read on...
Portland Asking for Help in Locating Stolen Public Art from City’s Collection

Three art bricks that are part of Portland Brick by artist Ayumi Horie and storyteller Elise Pepple were stolen from the sidewalk on Congress Street in front of the Maine Jewish Museum sometime in late 2016 and have yet to be recovered. Read on...
May 31 Public Meeting to Discuss Skatepark Expansion

There will be a public meeting to discuss the expansion of the existing skatepark at Dougherty Field on Wednesday, May 31, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at East End Community School Cafeteria. Read on...
Portland Fire Recognizes 43rd Annual National EMS Week - May 21st - 27th

Portland Fire Department recognizes 43rd Annual National EMS Week - May 21st - 27th. The Department responded to more than 12,000 EMS calls last year alone. Read on...
City Council Approves FY18 Municipal Budget

The Portland City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2018 (FY18) municipal budget, which begins July 1, 2017, during its May 15 meeting. The $240 million budget results in a 2.6% combined property tax increase from the previous year... Read on...
Congress Square Public Art Update at Wednesday, May 17 Public Meeting

The Portland Public Art Committee will be providing updates from Sze Studio for the Congress Square Public Art Commission at the Art Committee’s next monthly meeting. Read on...
Portland Fire Celebrates Graduation of Eight New Firefighters

On Saturday, May 13th, the Portland Fire Department (PFD) will celebrate the graduation of eight new firefighters known as class 2017-24. Their graduation follows a rigorous eight-week advanced fire training drill school. Read on...
City Enhances Access to Life-Saving Substance Use Outreach & Prevention Education

The City is pleased to announce it has begun a year-long pilot project to increase substance use-related outreach and prevention education, as well as preventive medical services and referrals for some of Portland’s most vulnerable citizens. Read on...
Portland Police Offering $10,000 Signing Bonuses to Help Recruit New Officers & Telecommunicators

Portland Police is now offering $10,000 signing bonuses in an effort to help recruit new officers and telecommunicators in the Regional Community Dispatch Center. The Department is looking to hire 10 new officers to start the Police Academy this August. Read on...
‘Sundays on the Boulevard’ Starts Again Sunday, May 7

The fourth season of Sundays on the Boulevard will start on Sunday, May 7, 2017. Baxter Boulevard will be closed to cars on Sundays from May 7 through September 24, 9:00 AM – 4:00PM, from Vannah Avenue to Payson Park. Read on...
Portland Opportunity Crew Begins

The City's pilot program, Portland Opportunity Crew, begins today. The program will offer panhandlers the opportunity to earn money to clean up public areas. Workers will be picking up trash and beautifying parks and trails, primarily on the peninsula. Read on...
Final Review Schedule for FY18 School & City Budget

The Finance Committee is in the midst of reviewing the Recommended FY18 municipal budget. Tonight, the Council will hold a public hearing about the budget during the item’s first read at the Council meeting. Read on...
City to Unveil Bayside Adapts Design Challenge Submissions on May 3

The City of Portland will display the Bayside Adapts Design Challenge submissions for judging and public viewing during an event at the Portland Public Library’s Rines Auditorium on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. Read on...
City & Harbor Commission Make Progress on Dredging Solution, Select CAD Cell Site Location

The City and the Portland Harbor Commission, working with a team of consultants from Stantec, Apex, and Campbell Environmental Group, have identified a primary site for evaluating a potential confined aquatic disposal cell (CAD Cell) in Portland Harbor. Read on...
Two Upcoming Public Meetings for Portland-South Portland Smart Corridor Plan

The cities of Portland and South Portland are jointly conducting a study of the transportation, land use and economic development issues of the corridor that stretches from Morrill’s Corner to Bug Light Park/SMCC. Two upcoming meetings on April 26 and 27. Read on...
Ahead of Earth Day, Council Committee Announces Goal of Getting City to 100% Clean Energy by 2040

Ahead of Earth Day, City Councilor Spencer Thibodeau, Chair of the Sustainability & Transportation Committee, is offering a resolution for Council consideration, supporting the goal of achieving 100% clean energy for municipal City operations by 2040. Read on...
Portland Celebrates Community Development Week April 17-22 with Series of Site Tours

In celebration of National Community Development Week April 17 - 22, 2017, the City of Portland and its partner organizations invite the media and public to attend a series of site tours around Portland. Read on...
City Manager Presents Recommended FY18 Budget to City Council

City Manager Jon Jennings presented his recommended municipal budget for FY18 to the City Council at its April 5 meeting. The $240 million budget results in a 2.5% combined property tax increase or $65 for an average homeowner with a $240,000 home. Read on...
Public Health Hosts Overdose Recognition & Response Training

In response to community concern surrounding opioid-related overdoses, the City of Portland’s Public Health Division will be hosting an Overdose Recognition and Response training on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Read on...
City Hires Director of Office of Economic Opportunity & Workforce Diversity & Inclusion Specialist

The City recently hired two people to serve in key staffing posts. Julia Trujillo Luengo as the Director of the new Office of Economic Opportunity and Mandy Levine as the Workforce Diversity & Inclusion Specialist within the HR Department. Read on...
Section of Woodford St Closed to all but Local Traffic Beginning March 28

On March 27, the City’s contractor, D&C Construction, will begin the installation of a new storm drain into Woodford Street at the intersection with Clifton Street. Beginning March 28, Woodford St between Forest Ave and Vannah Ave will be closed. Read on...
City Partners with Grace Street Recovery Services for Additional Resources at India Street Clinic

The City is partnering with Grace Street Recovery Services in order to offer additional substance use resources at the India Street Health Center. This new partnership will allow Portland to provide the first full continuum of care... Read on...
Portland Unveils Redesigned Website

The City is pleased to announce that it has unveiled a redesign of its website. The site, still found by going to www.portlandmaine.gov, includes a more modern and clean design with new quick keys that will improve customer service. Read on...
Dr. Kolawole Bankole Named New Public Health Director

The City of Portland is pleased to announce that it has named Dr. Kolawole Bankole, MD, MS, MBA, as the city’s new Public Health Director. Read on...
City Proclaims March 10 to be ‘Konbit Sante Day’ in Portland in Honor of 15th Anniversary

In honor of Konbit Sante’s 15th anniversary, Mayor Ethan Strimling and the Portland City Council are proclaiming March 10, 2017 to be ‘Konbit Sante Day’ in the city of Portland. Mayor Strimling and Councilor Jill Duson will present the proclamation... Read on...
S&P Updates Credit Rating for Portland to AA+

The S&P's Global Ratings raised its rating on Portland's general obligation debt up to 'AA+' from 'AA'. Moody’s Investor Services affirmed their Aa1 rating. These ratings represent the 2nd highest potential available grade. Read on...
City Unveils Final Draft of Portland’s New Comprehensive Plan

The City’s Department of Planning and Urban Development is pleased to release a final draft of Portland’s new Comprehensive Plan. This final draft plan is based on work that began in 2015 and included an extensive public engagement process. Read on...
City Urges Landlords to Apply for Lead Hazard Program Funds to Increase Child Safety in Apartments

The City of Portland is urging landlords to apply for lead hazard program funds to increase child safety in apartments. In June 2015, the Maine legislature lowered the state’s childhood lead poisoning standard down to 5 micrograms per deciliter... Read on...
City Welcomes America East Women's Basketball Tournament to Portland

City officials are welcoming the America East Women's Basketball Tournament to Portland, which will take place March 2 - 5 at the Cross Insurance Arena. The tournament is expected to have an economic impact of $2 million in games and related festivities. Read on...
Snow Removal Assistance for Elderly & Disabled Residents

The City of Portland would like to encourage citizens to help their neighbors who are physically unable (elderly and disabled) to clear their sidewalks. Residents who need help with removing snow from sidewalks should contact the office at 207-541-6620. Read on...
Portland Police Chief Honored as Police Chief of the Year by Maine Association of Police

Portland Police Chief Michael Sauschuck was named Police Chief of the Year by the Maine Association of Police (MAP) last Saturday during its 18th annual awards banquet. Chief Sauschuck received the David W. Pickering Chief’s Award. Read on...
Jetport Sets All-Time Passenger Record - 1.78 Million Passengers Use Facility in 2016

The Portland International Jetport (PWM) today announced an all-time record year for traffic, with 1,785,649 passengers in 2016. The achievement surpasses 2015’s total of 1,728,746 passengers – an increase of 3.2%. Read on...
City Selects New Tax Assessor

City Manager Jon Jennings is pleased to announce that selection of Christopher A. Huff as Portland’s new City Tax Assessor. The position became available following the retirement of Rick Blackburn, who served the City for 37 years. Read on...
Economic Development Comm to Hold Public Hearing on Possible Sale of City-Owned Properties

The Council’s Economic Development Committee will next meet on Tuesday, January 31 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The Committee’s agenda includes a public hearing to receive public comment on the possible sale of City-owned properties. Read on...
Treasury Office Now Opens at 8:30 AM

The City of Portland today announced that the City’s Treasury Office will now be open from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Previously, the office opened at 9:00 AM. Read on...
Council to Consider Renaming Franklin Street in Honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The City Council’s Sustainability & Transportation Committee will discuss a proposal at its January 17 meeting to rename Franklin Street in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The meeting will take place at 5:30 PM in Room 209. Read on...
School Facilities Ad Hoc Committee to Host January 19 Public Hearing

The City Council’s School Facilities Ad Hoc Committee will host a January 19 public hearing following six months of review by the Committee. The public hearing will take place from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall. Read on...
Mayor Outlines Policy Direction in Second State of the City Address

Mayor Strimling delivered his second State of the City address on January 9, 2017. The address focused heavily on the city’s strengths as well as the policy directions the Mayor would like to implement to meet existing challenges. Read on...
Health & Human Services Committee Meets January 10 to Discuss Goals for Upcoming Year

The City Council’s Health & Human Services Committee will hold its first meeting of the year on January 10 at 5:30 PM in Room 209. The Committee will discuss its goals and work plan for the upcoming year and also receive a presentation... Read on...
City Successfully Transfers Ryan White Grant to Greater Portland Health

The City received notice from the U.S. DHHS, Health Resources and Services Administration that they have transferred the Ryan White Grant from the City of Portland to Greater Portland Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center. Read on...
City Releases Initial Draft Elements of New Comp Plan

The City’s Planning & Urban Development Department is pleased to release the initial draft elements for the City’s new comprehensive plan document entitled Portland's Plan. Read on...
City Announces Bayside Adapts - Climate Resilience Planning for the Bayside Neighborhood

Bayside Adapts, a planning and community engagement exercise to discuss ways to make Bayside a more resilient community in the face of climate change, will launch on December 14 with a working group session and community forum. Read on...
EDC Committee to Discuss Potential Office of Economic Opportunity & Immigrant Integration

For the last eight months, the Portland City Council’s Economic Development Committee has sought to determine whether the City should establish an office focused on integrating immigrants into our local economy in order to ensure that Portlanders have... Read on...
Portland Selected to Participate in Nationwide NLC Resilience Program

The National League of Cities (NLC) and the Wells Fargo Foundation recently announced that the City of Portland was selected to participate in the Leadership in Community Resilience Program (LCRP). Read on...
City Honors Three Local Businesses with Economic Development Awards

Three local Portland businesses will be recognized by the City of Portland and the Portland Development Corporation (PDC) on November 17 at this year’s annual awards ceremony for their role in expanding the city’s economic vitality. Read on...
City Settles Lawsuit with DHHS Over General Assistance Reimbursement

The City of Portland is pleased to announce that it has settled a lawsuit with the Maine Department of Health & Human Services regarding the retroactive withholding of more than $1.3 million in General Assistance reimbursement from the City... Read on...
Moody - Wilson - Beckett Sewer Separation Project to Begin in December

The City of Portland will begin the Moody - Wilson sewer separation and the Beckett St sewer replacements in December 2016. Read on...
City Hosts Fundraiser on November 16 to Support Historic Art Collection

The City announced today that it is continuing its partnership with The Maine Project for Fine Art Conservation to complete the conservation of the first of the city-owned portraits and paintings on canvas. On November 16, a fundraiser will be held. Read on...
Work Begins on Fort Gorges on October 24

The City will temporarily close Fort Gorges to public access on Monday, October 24, 2016 for a construction project (weather permitting). The Fort will re-open to the public again on the following day. Read on...
CDBG Funding Process for Portland Non-Profits Begins October 10

The federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is designed to help non-profit organizations start or expand innovative and creative programs that serve the needs of low-income Portland residents. Applications available starting October 10. Read on...
Barron Center Recognized for Innovative Wheelchair Biking Program

The City's Barron Center recently received the Maine Health Care Association (MHCA) 2016 Celebrating Excellence in Innovation Award during a recognition ceremony held at the Augusta Civic Center. Read on...
Portland Police Officers to Carry Narcan

The Police Department has instituted a new policy for all regularly assigned patrol officers to be equipped with narcan. Every officer has been trained on proper administration of the drug, which works by blocking the effects of opioids. Read on...
City Clerk Honored with Award at Secretary of State’s State Elections Conference

Secretary of State Dunlap presented City Clerk Kathy Jones with the prestigious Lorraine M. Fleury Award at the beginning of the second day of the Maine State Elections Administration Conference at the Sunday River complex in Newry on September 22. Read on...
Portland Police & Maine Leadership Institute Announce SEALSFit “9”

Portland Police and the Maine Leadership Institute are pleased to announce that the 9th class of Portland-area high school students to participate in SEALSFit will begin meeting this month. SEALSFit is an intensive 7-week experiential learning program. Read on...
Mayor Strimling Adds Arts to the Chamber

Mayor Ethan Strimling recently announced a new endeavor, called "Arts in the Chamber," which will be a part of Portland City Council meetings beginning on Wednesday, September 7th at 5:00 PM. Read on...
Rapport Selected to Help Track and Reduce Environmental Impact

The City of Portland recently signed an agreement with Rapport, a leading sustainability management platform, to provide environmental impact measurement, monitoring, and reporting for 50 city buildings including municipal offices and schools. Read on...
Congress Square Public Artist Selected

The Portland Public Art Committee is pleased to announce that the artist Sarah Sze has been selected for the Congress Square Public Art Commission. Read on...
City Selects Five Artists for Utility Box Project

The City and the Portland Public Art Committee, in conjunction with generous donations from NBT Bank and Port Property Management, announced an open call for artists back in June to submit their proposed designs for enhancing public utility boxes. Read on...
Portland Receives Federal Funding for Healthy Homes

The City is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $1.5 million in Lead Based Paint Hazard Control grant program funding and $246,275 in Healthy Homes Supplemental funding. It will be used to help address lead hazards in 80 housing units... Read on...
Portland Announces New Director of Permitting & Inspections Department

The City of Portland is pleased to announce that it has selected Michael A. Russell to lead its new Department of Permitting & Inspections. The City Council voted to approve his appointment at its June 20 meeting. Read on...
City Closes $2.3M Real Estate Sale to Advance Midtown Project

The City of Portland announced today that it has closed on the real estate for the Midtown development project to The Federated Companies for $2.3 million. The project will be a major catalyst to support the revitalization of the Bayside neighborhood... Read on...
City Removes Exclusion for Transgender Health Care Services from Employee Health Plan

The City of Portland announced today that the Council will vote on a resolution (see attached) during Monday’s Council meeting to remove the exclusion for transgender health care services from its employee health plan. Read on...
City Council Approves $236 Million FY17 Municipal Budget

The Portland City Council approved the FY17 municipal budget at its May 16, 2016 meeting. The $236 million budget will result in a 2.3% combined property tax increase resulting in a mill rate of $21.11. Read on...

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June 2017

Mon Jun. 26

Martin Luther King Recognition Task Force
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Tue Jun. 27

Planning Board Meeting (Workshop Only at 4:30 p.m. (There is no public hearing portion of this meeting)
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Tue Jun. 27

Board of Harbor Commissioners Workshop
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Tue Jun. 27

Economic Development Committee
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Wed Jun. 28

METRO Board of Directors Meeting
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Wed Jul. 5

Historic Preservation Board Meeting (5:00 p.m.)
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Council Approves Portland’s New Comprehensive Plan

The City Council approved Portland's new comprehensive plan at its June 5 meeting. It is now being reviewed by the state for final approval. Read on...

Dr. Lemire Completes 20+ Years at the India Street Health Center

Humble as always, Dr. Ann Lemire completed her last day at India Street on June 8 without mention or spectacle. Dr. Lemire provided more than 20 years of service to the City of Portland at the India Street Health Center. Read on...

‘Sundays on the Boulevard’ is Back from May - September

The fourth season of Sundays on the Boulevard will start on Sunday, May 7, 2017. Baxter Boulevard will be closed to cars on Sundays from May 7 through September 24, 9:00 AM – 4:00PM, from Vannah Avenue to Payson Park. Read on...

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