Portland City Releases Implementation Info For Recently Passed Citizen Initiative Referendum Ordinances

Of note, the following administrative action items are underway and expect to be completed as soon as possible.

City Of Portland Publishes City News Round Up For November 20

Due to updated CDC Community Sports Guidelines, Fitzpatrick Stadium, Memorial Stadium and Athletic Fields are closed until December 14.

Tree Delivered To Monument Square In Portland

Check in on the tree & its surroundings throughout the season. Monument Square is beautiful after a gentle snowfall!

Tree To Be Delivered To Monument Square In Portland

The 40' Balsam Fir, located at 96 Florida Avenue in Portland, is being donated by Hilary Carr Shorey and James Shorey.

Portland City News Round Up For November 13

The City Clerk is seeking applications for several vacancies on various boards and committees.

Portland City Seeks Applicants For Vacancies On Several Boards And Committees

Additional information is available on the City’s website or by calling 207-874-8677. Deadline for submission is December 4, 2020.

Portland City Council Gives Guidance On 2 Of The Recently Passed Referendum Questions Following Workshop

he Council went into executive session to get guidance from the City legal team.

Portland's City Clerk's Office Closed November 9 And 10

The City of Portland’s City Clerk’s Office will be closed on Monday, November 9 and Tuesday, November 10.

Portland City News Round Up for Friday, October 30

Please check our agenda center as Committees, Boards & Commissions continue to meet remotely.

Portland Reminds: November 3 Is Election Day

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 is Election Day. The City’s 11 polling locations will open at 7:00 AM and close at 8:00 PM.

Portland Rapid Rehousing Program To Serve 40 Individuals And 25 Families

City is partnering with Amistad to operate the 1st program, identify the 40 individuals, and secure stable housing with follow up services.

Portland Council To Hold Hearing On Final Revised Land Use Code

The Council hearing comes on the heels of two Council workshops held in October.

Portland Seeks Tree For Monument Square

Residents and property owners who wish to donate a tree are encouraged to submit the tree for consideration at portlandmaine.com/tree.

Portland Selects Second Natural Helpers Cohort

The program will kick-off on October 27 with a ceremony attended by several City Councilors, City staff, and community leaders.

Temporary Emergency Shelter Space On County Way To Offer Many Improvements

If negotiations related to these plans are successfully finalized, the City will have access to 75 beds.

Portland Finalizing Plans For Additional Shelter Space Ahead Of Winter

This new plan for winter could offer an increase in shelter capacity from 244 to 274.

City Of Portland Publishes News Round Up For October 16

A new external ballot drop box has been installed for those wishing to drop off their completed absentee ballots.

Portland City Manager Jennings Agrees To One-Year Contract Extension

The employment contract extension will go before the City Council for a first read during its Monday, October 19, 2020 meeting.

New External Absentee Ballot Drop Box Now Available Outside Merrill Auditorium In Portland

The last day to in-person absentee vote is Friday, October 30, 2020. Please wear a mask when in-person voting.

Native Plants Coming To Franklin Street Meadow In Portland

The plan is to lay out 300 plants, grown from seed or collected by Maine Audubon over the last two years specifically for this project.

Portland Council Approves New Leash Rules For Baxter Woods

New rules will allow City to serve as better stewards of land, to honor the intent of the deed, and to make Baxter Woods welcoming to all.

PortlandCouncil Approves Additional Coronavirus Rental And Business Assistance

When approved, program will provide up to $1,000/month in rental assistance and $250 in utility assistance payments for eligible households.

Portland City News Round Up For October 2

The City Clerk’s Office and Parking Office are open for walk-in service via our Myrtle Street entrance.

Portland's Police Citizen Review Subcommittee Issues 2019 Annual Report

Citizens can submit complaints, commendations, and/or general feedback by filling out this form.

Portland Parking Alert: Street Maintenance Signs Back In Effect Oct 1

Reminder on October 1, parking meter rates will increase to $2.00/hour in accordance with the Council's adoption of the FY21 budget.

Portland City News Round Up For Friday, September 25

The Racial Equity Steering Committee also holds its first meeting on Monday, September 28 at 5:00 PM.

Downeast Energy Partners with Feeding America® to Fuel Hope

Partnership encourages “Heating with Heart” by donating meals* to families in need

Portland City News Round Up For September 18

City Hall remains closed to the general public at this time.

Portland Harbor Dredge And CAD Cell Projects Fail To Receive Funding Under USDOT Build Grant Program

The project has been under discussion for decades, with consistent staff and constituent efforts toward its funding since 2014.

Portland’s Public Health Division Teams Up To Provide Flu Vaccine Clinics This Fall

This month, Portland Public Health Division, working with its partners, will offer no-cost flu vaccine opportunities at various locations.

Portland And South Portland Release Joint Climate Action And Adaptation Plan

The Cities of Portland and South Portland have released a draft of One Climate Future, a joint climate action and adaptation plan.

Portland City News Round Up For September 11

The Council meets next on September 14 for a workshop on the FY21 municipal budget and Elections.

Mayor Appoints 13 Members To Racial Equity Steering Committee In Portland

Twenty-nine applications were received, and each applicant offered a unique voice and perspective.

Portland City To Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

City of Portland officials will join on Friday, September 11, 2020 for a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial at Fort Allen Park.

Portland Offers Enhanced Website Experience With Interactive Chat Feature

In partnership with CivicPlus® and technology provider Frase, Portland is launching a 45-day trial of chatbot feature for municipal website.

Portland Council’s September 9th Workshop To Discuss Marijuana Licensing

Portland City Council’s remote workshop set for Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 4:30 PM will now be held to discuss a marijuana licencing.

Portland Traffic Alert: Danforth Street Paving, September 9 Through September 10

The work will be taking place during the day - 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Portland City News Round Up For Friday, September 4

City Hall remains closed to the general public at this time. Staff continue to serve customers via email, phone, and virtual meetings.

Portland City News Round Up For August 28

The program is funded with supplemental CDBG funding made available through the federal CARES Act.

Portland Simplifies Application Process And Increases Amount For Coronavirus-Rental Assistance

The program provides up to $1,000 in assistance for a maximum of 3 months, as well as up to $250 in utility assistance.