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South Portland City Council

Published
March 23, 2023

Maine Voices: Denial of conservation easement for Bug Light Park breaks our hearts

It’s illogical for the South Portland City Council to repeatedly state that Bug Light should never be sold; should always be protected, and to then deny access to that protection.
Published
March 22, 2023

South Portland council approves rent control, homeless shelter ordinances

But officials say the city doesn't have the staff to enforce the new 10% annual rent cap in a similar way to Portland's stronger rent control measure.
Published
March 14, 2023

Prospect of ban on gas-powered lawn equipment draws pushback in South Portland

While some residents and lawn care companies support the move to electric mowers and leaf blowers, others worry that it would hurt some businesses and lower-income homeowners.
Published
March 13, 2023

South Portland council to hear progress report on climate plan

Proposals up for consideration include a ban on gasoline-powered lawn equipment and a pay-as-you-throw trash collection program.
Published
January 11, 2023

South Portland pushes ahead with rent control proposal

Mayor Kate Lewis called it a moderate measure that she believes won't stifle development or lead landlords to raise rents.

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Published
December 14, 2022

South Portland considers new zoning for homeless shelters to ward off tax increase

The city manager warns of a tax increase of 6% to more than 20% if local hotels keep operating as shelters.
Published
December 7, 2022

South Portland City Council puts Lewis in mayor’s seat again

Jennifer Ryan was selected as chairperson of the South Portland School Board at the city's inauguration ceremony Monday.
Published
November 24, 2022

Residents advocate for flavored tobacco ban

Students, parents, and residents gathered at the South Portland Community Center on Monday to support a ban on flavored tobacco in the city and to speak out against the tactics of tobacco companies that target youth.
Published
November 22, 2022

South Portland City Council chooses mayor for 2023

Councilor Kate Lewis is poised to be formally elected and inaugurated on Dec. 5.
Published
November 17, 2022

South Portland school board member resigns in protest

Hannah Bitjoka said the board failed to address concerns she and other residents raised about bullying, drug use and other issues.