Randy Billings is a government watchdog and political reporter who has been covering Portland City Hall for the Press Herald since 2012. His beat touches on a wide range of topics, including immigration, homelessness, education, tourism, real estate development and the economy in Maine’s largest city. He has been a Portland-based journalist since 2005. A life-long Mainer who loves the outdoors, Randy is also a bassist who brews his own beer at his North Yarmouth home, where he lives with his wife and two children.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2016
Over objections, city approves master plan for Portland Co. site
The Planning Board votes unanimously after a residents group argues that the 10-acre project doesn’t comply with Portland’s Eastern Waterfront Master Plan.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2016
Portland council approves 2017 concert series for Maine State Pier
But the city won’t allow as many shows in 2017 and the promoter has to do more to respond to noise complaints.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2016
Renewed debate over building heights likely at hearing on Portland Co. site
The plan to develop the former industrial land on the city’s waterfront is headed for a vote Tuesday.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2016
Portland council approves $18,500 raise for city manager
The 12 percent pay increase brings Jon Jennings’ annual salary up to $166,500.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2016
Portland council approves measures to help immigrants
One proposal maintains emergency aid, while another looks to increase economic opportunities.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2016
Portland to continue providing General Assistance to most immigrants
People who haven’t applied for asylum yet can still get the benefits, but the cost will be picked up by local taxpayers and not reimbursed by the state.
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PublishedDecember 16, 2016
Portland city manager in line for raise of nearly $18,500 a year
The proposed 12 percent increase is a vote of confidence for Jon Jennings, who has been at odds with the mayor.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2016
Design concepts for Portland’s Congress Square to be unveiled today
An artist and a design company will incorporate public feedback into final designs to be released in the spring.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2016
Portland council to consider public feedback as concert series seeks return to Maine State Pier
The promoter says he plans changes to address noise complaints by residents of Portland, South Portland and even Falmouth.
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PublishedDecember 13, 2016
Portland Planning Board to vote on 54-unit apartment building in West Bayside
After a public hearing, the panel will consider approval of the seven-story building next to the Chestnut Street parking garage
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