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  1. News and Announcements
  1. Council News

    May 26: City Council Finance Committee FY23 Budget Public Hearing

    The May 26 meeting is the last review before going to the Council for action. Read on...
  2. Website Friday News Roundup Icon

    City News Round Up: Friday, May 20, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for May 20, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    MAJOR TRAFFIC ALERT -I-295/Exit 7 Lane Closures Begin Thursday, May 19

    The final phase of closures of I-295 Exit 7 for the City’s Back Cove Sewer Separation Project will begin Thursday, May 19. All Exit 7 ramps, northbound and southbound, will experience single lane closures during the daytime over the next 5 weeks Read on...
  4. elections and voting newsflash (1)

    Absentee Voting Information for June 14 Election

    In-person absentee voting will begin on Tuesday, May 17 in the State of Maine Room, 2nd floor, in City Hall. Regular hours are 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Absentee ballots can be requested online, by mail, or by calling 207-874-8677. Read on...
  5. Council News

    Portland City Council Recap May 16, 2022

    Read the May 16, 2022 Portland City Council Recap. The next City Council meeting will be held on Monday, June 6 at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, May 13, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for May 13, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  7. Traffic Alert test2

    Preparation for Warren Avenue Paving Set to Begin Monday, May 16

    Beginning Monday, May 16, 2022, the City’s contractor, D&C Construction, will resume work in Warren Avenue between Riverside Street and 425 Warren Avenue as part of final work associated with the Warren Avenue Storm Drain Replacement project. Read on...
  8. Newsflash 2022

    Governor Mills Announces $50 Million Homeowner Assistance Program

    Governor Mills, Senator King and Representative Pingree Announce $50 Million Homeowner Assistance Program to Help Maine People Hardest Hit by Pandemic Read on...
  9. Website Friday News Roundup Icon

    City News Round Up: Friday, May 6, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for May 6, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  10. Council News

    May 2, 2022 Portland City Council Recap

    Read the May 2, 2022, Portland City Council Recap. The City Council’s next meeting will be held on Monday, May 16 at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
  11. Newsflash 2022

    City Announces Plan for Food Truck Pilot on Eastern Promenade

    City Announces Plan for Food Truck Pilot on Eastern Promenade. Food trucks will now be located in the middle parking lot on Cutter Street Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 29, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 29, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  13. Newsflash 2022

    Parks Department Continues Treatment for Browntail Moth Infestation

    A winter survey of the trees within Deering Oaks Park showed results that were improved from last year, but still concerning in the regards of potential Browntail Moth exposure; trees will be treated during the week of May 16-20, 2022. Read on...
  14. News Update

    May 4 Forum to Discuss Proposed Public Restroom

    City staff is co-hosting a forum with Portland Downtown & Portland Society of Architecture to gain public feedback on the proposal to add three new public restrooms in the downtown area. Read on...
  15. Council News

    April 25, 2022 Portland City Council Recap

    Read the April 25, 2022, Portland City Council Recap. The City Council’s next meeting will be held on Monday, May 2 at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
  16. Newsflash 2022

    Interim City Manager Presents FY23 Recommended Budget

    The City’s proposed budget includes a 5.5% tax rate increase. The Finance Committee's first budget review meeting will be on April 28, 2022 at 5:00 PM. It will then meet throughout May before the budget goes to the full Council for review and adoption. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 22, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 22, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  18. Newsflash 2022

    S&P Updates Credit Rating for Portland to AAA

    The City received exceptional news from Standard & Poor's Global Ratings ("S&P") over the weekend. The S&P raised its credit rating on all of Portland, Maine's general obligation debt up to 'AAA' from 'AA+'. Read on...
  19. Newsflash 2022

    City to Expand Free Community Composting Opportunities

    In honor of Earth Day 2022, the City of Portland is happy to announce plans to expand the City's free composting program, adding three more Portland neighborhoods to the program. Read on...
  20. Newsflash 2022

    Congress Square Redesign Initial Construction Starting April 18

    Initial construction work of the major overhaul of Congress Square, at the intersection of Congress and High Street, beginning Monday, April 18, 2022. Read on...
  21. Council News

    April 11, 2022 Portland City Council Recap

    Read the Portland City Council Recap - April 11, 2022. The next City Council meeting will be held on Monday, April 25 at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 15, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 15, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    Brighton Avenue Road Work Resumes Monday, April 18

    Beginning Monday, April 18, 2022, the City’s contractor, DDI Construction, will resume work on Brighton Avenue between Rand Road and Capisic Street as part of the Brighton Avenue Sewer Separation Project. Read on...
  24. Newsflash 2022

    Street Sweeping Ticket & Tow Alert

    Final Reminder: Residents who live or park on the peninsula must comply with overnight (and in some areas daytime) street maintenance parking restrictions in order to avoid parking tickets or having your vehicle towed. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 8, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 8, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  26. Newsflash 2022

    City Breaks Ground on New Homeless Services Center

    The City of Portland joined today with its partners and community members to break ground on the new Homeless Services Center (HSC) located at 654 Riverside Street. Read on...
  27. Newsflash 2022

    Portland Joins National Effort To Advance Health And Equity Through Housing Policy

    The City of Portland is pleased to announce its selection to a nationally-funded initiative for small and midsize cities to develop innovative, equitable local housing solutions. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 1, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 1, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, March 25, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for March 25, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  30. Newsflash 2022

    City of Portland Updates Health and Safety Requirements

    The City of Portland announced today an update to its safety protocols for events at its indoor facilities. Effective April 1, 2022, proof of vaccination or negative test is no longer required for events at indoor venues. Read on...
  31. Traffic Alert test2

    Walton Street to be Converted to Temporary One-Way

    Starting on Monday, March 28, 2022, the City’s contractor Gorham Sand and Gravel will begin work on the Stevens Avenue Storm Drain Improvements project Read on...
  32. Newsflash 2022

    City to Break Ground on New Homeless Services Center

    he City of Portland will join with its partners and community members on Tuesday, March 29 at 11:00 AM at 654 Riverside Street to break ground on the new Homeless Services Center (HSC). Read on...
  33. Council News

    March 21, 2022 Portland City Council Recap

    Read the March 21, 2022 Portland City Council meeting summary. The next meeting will be held on Monday, April 11, at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
  34. Newsflash 2022

    City Launches New Microenterprise Grant Program

    The City is excited to announce the launch of a new Microenterprise grant program aimed at supporting businesses, existing and new, that have been or continue to be impacted by the pandemic --opening eligibility to more small businesses and nonprofits. Read on...
  35. Newsflash 2022

    City Reminds Citizens of Street Maintenance Parking Restrictions

    The City of Portland is reminding citizens who live or park on the peninsula that compliance with overnight (and in some areas daytime) street maintenance parking restrictions is crucial. Read on...
  36. Newsflash 2022

    Recommendations for FY23 CDBG Allocations

    Interim City Manager Danielle West has released recommendations to the City Council for FY23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Read on...
  37. Newsflash 2022

    City Enhances Customer Service & Updates Public on Policies

    The City of Portland is pleased to announce that it has enhanced customer service for those visiting City Hall to conduct services by having two greeters located at the Congress Street and Myrtle Street entrances. Read on...
  38. Newsflash 2022

    City Launches Sustainability Initiative Electrify Everything

    In an effort to reduce Portland’s collective carbon footprint and minimize energy costs for residents, the City of Portland is pleased to announce the launch of Electrify Everything! Read on...
  39. Newsflash 2022

    City Selects EVGo as Electric Vehicle Charging Network Provider

    The City of Portland has selected EVGo as its partner to deploy electric vehicle charging infrastructure on City-owned property. As an industry leader, EVGo operates more than 800 EV fast charging stations in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Read on...
  40. Council News

    March 7, 2022 Portland City Council Recap

    Read the March 7, 2022 Portland City Council meeting summary. The next meeting will be held on Monday, March 21, at 5:00 PM. To view agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings, please visit www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
  41. Council News

    Portland City Council Recap: February 28, 2022

    Read a summary of items acted upon by City Council at the February 28 meeting. The City Council’s next meeting will be held on Monday, March 7 at 5:00 PM. View agendas, backup materials, and videos from past meetings at www.portlandmaine.gov/agendas. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, February 25, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for February 25, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  43. News Update

    Nomination Papers Available for June Special Municipal Election

    The City Clerk’s Office is alerting Portland residents that nomination papers will be available on Monday, February 7 for the June 14, 2022 Special Municipal Election. Two School Board seats are open, an At-Large seat and District 5 seat. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, February 18, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for February 18, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  45. Newsflash 2022

    February 7, 2022 Portland City Council Meeting Recap

    February 7, 2022 Portland City Council Meeting Recap. The City Council passed an amendment banning the sale of flavored tobacco and repealed the City’s current mask mandate. Read on...
  46. vote

    Voting Information for November 2, 2021 Election

    The City Clerk is reminding residents that in-person early absentee voting will end on October 28, 2021. The Clerk's Office will remain open until 7:00 PM on the 28th. Read on...
  47. Mayors Monthly Zoom Oct28

    *New Date* Join Mayor Snyder on October 28 for the Next Mayor's Monthly Zoom

    Members of the public are invited to join Mayor Snyder for her next Mayor's Monthly Zoom on Thursday, October 28 at 12:00 PM. There is no formal agenda, come hear updates from the Mayor as well as an open Q&A session with the public. Read on...
  48. COUNCIL NEWS

    Corporation Counsel Danielle West Nominated to Serve as Interim City Manager

    Mayor Kate Snyder and the City Council announced today they are nominating Portland’s Corporation Counsel, Danielle West, to serve as Interim City Manager once City Manager Jon Jennings departs on November 1, 2021. Read on...
  49. portland news

    City Selects Vendor for Pilot Bike Share Program

    Following a Request for Proposals earlier this year, the City of Portland has selected Tandem Mobility to plan and launch a pilot bike share program in Portland in June of 2022. Read on...
  50. portland news

    City Seeks Public Feedback on Using ARPA Funds

    The City of Portland’s Finance Committee received a presentation from Finance Director Brendan T. O’Connell regarding the use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that Portland is receiving during its July 22, 2021 meeting. Read on...
  51. Join Mayor Snyder on January 20, 2022 for the Next Mayor's Monthly Zoom

    Members of the public are invited to join Mayor Snyder for her next Mayor's Monthly Zoom on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 5:00 PM. There is no formal agenda, come hear updates from the Mayor as well as an open Q&A session with the public. Read on...
  52. COUNCIL NEWS

    Join Mayor Snyder on June 29 for the Next Mayor's Monthly Zoom

    Members of the public are invited to join Mayor Snyder for her next Mayor's Monthly Zoom on Tuesday, June 29 at 12:00 PM. There is no formal agenda, come here updates from the Mayor as well as an open Q&A session with the public. Read on...
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    Remote Finance Committee Meeting
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    Remote Rental Housing Advisory Committee
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  3. Mon May 30

    Memorial Day - City Buildings Closed
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    Deering Center Memorial Day Procession & Commemoration
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    Canceled: Legislative & Nominating Committee
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    Remote Portland Fish Pier Authority Board Meeting
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    Nomination Papers Available Monday, February 7, June Special Municipal Election

    The City Clerk’s Office is alerting Portland residents that nomination papers will be available on Monday, February 7 for the June 14, 2022 Special Municipal Election. Read on...
  1. ReCode Portland

    City Releases Land Use Code Evaluation

    The City released a detailed review of the land use code as part of ReCode Portland. The evaluation focuses squarely on key issues for the city: housing, climate change adaptation and mitigation, complete neighborhoods, transportation choice, and equity. Read on...
  1. Newsflash 2022

    City of Portland Announces New Child Care Business Grants

    Portland launches a new child care grant program with the help of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The primary objective of the new program, Portland Growing Child Care Grant Program, is to increase the number of child care slots available in the city. Read on...
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