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City Begins Installation of New Parking Stations May 14, 2012 (5/11/2012)
Solar powered pay stations will improve accessibility and ease of street parking. Pay stations will go live May 21.
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Tidal Moon Rises at the Jetport (5/18/2012)
City Council to consider gift of sculpture for the Portland International Jetport.
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Public Hearing to Discuss CIP Plan (5/18/2012)
Finance Committee to discuss five-year capital improvement plan for city.
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Portland Celebrates National Public Works Week May 19 (5/18/2012)
Public invited to meet the city’s public works staff and learn more about the work they do
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Bike Your Way to Work Day Tomorrow, May 18 (5/17/2012)
Bike commuters greeted with coffee and snacks in Monument Square
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City Manager Selects Jeffrey Levine for Planning and Urban Development Director (5/17/2012)
Brookline planning expert named to lead city department.
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Mayor Brennan Unveils Economic Development Initiatives (5/16/2012)
Business visitation, job creation and streamlining of city operations cornerstones to grow plans
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Public Meeting to Discuss CDBG (5/16/2012)
Please join us on Tuesday June 5 at 8:00pm in room 24, Portland City Hall (389 Congress Street) to provide public comment.
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Splash for Trash June 2nd (5/15/2012)
Trash clean-up effort goes underwater.
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Official Election Results May 15, 2012 (5/15/2012)
Click here for the Municipal election results.
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Mayor Brennan Voices Concern over Cuts to Fund for a Healthy Maine (5/14/2012)
Budget proposal calls for cuts of at least $250,000 to city health promotion and disease prevention programs.
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Big Trash? Tag it & Take it to the Curb (5/11/2012)
City launches new bulky item disposal program Monday, May 14, 2012.
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How Many Miles Do You Need to Walk to Burn Off that Soda? (5/10/2012)
Back Cove Trail mile markers track more than distance this Friday.
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Notice for Casco Bay Parking Garage Customers (5/10/2012)
Spring cleaning planned for May 11th. Parking garage customers will need to park at alternate garage.
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Traffic Advisory - High Street 5/10 (5/10/2012)
Manhole repairs are underway on High Street at Cumberland Avenue and as a result traffic on High Street will be reduced to one lane until tomorrow morning.
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Traveling Congress Street to Get Easier (5/9/2012)
City to host public meeting to discuss plans to improve travels needs for Outer Congress.
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Portland Walkways Installed for National Bike to School Day (5/8/2012)
Lincoln Middle School students take advantage of new routes.
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Arbor Day Celebration at Evergreen Cemetery (5/7/2012)
Public invited to learn more about a cherished open space.
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No Curbside Trash/Recycling in Portland on Memorial Day (5/7/2012)
Residents who normally receive collection services on Monday will have their trash/recycling collected the Saturday before, May 26th. Island residents will have their collection the following day, Tuesday, May 29th.
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Roundtable with Maine Leaders to Discuss Climate Change (5/3/2012)
May 17th discussion features Curt Spalding, EPA Regional Administrator.
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Melting Ice Leads to New Surface (5/2/2012)
Energy efficiency projects will improve the skating at the Portland Ice Arena.
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Barron Center Celebrates 30 Years (5/2/2012)
City hopes community will join in the celebration by volunteering their time
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Little Water Girl Kicks-Off Tour of City’s Art (5/1/2012)
Public Arts Committee to lead a brief discussion on popular public artwork during May 4th First Friday Art Walk.
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High School Students Witness the Dangers of Drinking While Driving (5/1/2012)
Portland Police and Fire to simulate emergency response to fatal car crash on Cumberland Avenue. Cumberland Avenue closed to traffic from 9:00 AM - 10 AM Wednesday, May 2.
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Traffic Advisory - Allen Avenue & Washington Avenue 5/1-6/1 (4/30/2012)
Starting tomorrow, May 1st, and continuing through the month, construction work for a combined sewer overflow abatement project will cause delays at the intersection of Allen Avenue and Washington Avenue between the hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
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Portland Police Department Turns to New Media to Recruit the Best (4/30/2012)
You Tube videos highlight exciting employment opportunities with the department.
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Portland Celebrates Art in Our Front Yard (4/26/2012)
Public Arts Committee to feature city’s public art collection during First Friday Art Walk beginning May 4th.
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Police Department Offers Basic Self Defense Class for Women in May (4/25/2012)
Rape Aggression Defense course to offer real life defense tools and tactics
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Sidewalk Repair for Congress Street (4/23/2012)
Beginning tomorrow, April 24, and continuing through the month, crews will be replacing bricks for sidewalks along Congress Street from Park Street to High Street.
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Notice of Public Comment Period, April 21-May 21, for HUD Consolidated Plan (4/23/2012)
Thirty day public comment period for HUD Consolidated Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan.
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Road Crack Sealing Work Begins April 18 (4/18/2012)
Crews to seal cracks in major arterials and residential areas to extend lifespan of the street.
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Kayak and Dinghy Rack Rentals Available at the East End Beach Boat Launch (4/12/2012)
City installs Iron Rangers, a self-service pay station for use of the boat launch.
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Portland Tops the Charts (4/11/2012)
Travel & Leisure and GoLocal of Providence RI give Portland top marks for its hip factor and quality of life
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Portland School Budget Vote May 15th (4/9/2012)
As part of the state’s consolidation law, a citywide referendum must be held to approve school budget.
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Portland Named One of America’s Greenest Cities (4/4/2012)
Travel & Leisure ranks Portland #7 crediting parks, farm-to-table restaurants and pedestrian friendliness.
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Opportunities for Public to Weigh in on School and City Budgets (4/3/2012)
With revenues stabilizing, $206 million budget maintains core service levels and includes several initiatives to enhance local government
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3rd Annual Maine Walks for Haiti (3/22/2012)
5K walk or run around the Back Cove Trail, Saturday May 12, 2012.
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Forbes Names Portland Area One of Best Cities for Jobs this Spring (3/21/2012)
Portland, South Portland and Biddeford area makes top ten list for employment opportunity
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Mayor Brennan Stands Up for Marriage (3/20/2012)
Portland Mayor joins Mayors from across the nation in support of the freedom to marry
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2012 Spring and Summer Recreation Guides Available (3/20/2012)
From summer camp to fitness programs, guide features numerous fun and affordable activities for all ages
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Looking for Parking in the Vicinity of Casco Bay Lines? (2/7/2012)
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here for a list and map of the businesses that provide parking within the vicinity of Casco Bay Lines. This information also includes places that offer monthly parking rates as well. For more information, please call our Parking Control Office, Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. at 874-8443.
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City Council Goes Live (12/9/2011)
Council meetings now available online.
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The
council-manager form of local government combines the strong political
leadership of elected officials in the form of a council with the strong
managerial experience of an appointed local government manager.
The
City Manager’s position along with the City Clerk and City Attorney, are
appointed by the City Council. The City Manager appoints and manages all other
City department heads.
The
City Manager is part of the Executive Department and is the chief administrative
officer of the City. The manager’s primary responsibilities include providing
and maintaining the essential City services through the efficient and effective
management and operation of the City under the direction of the Mayor and City
Council. The City Manager executes the policy direction set by the Mayor and
City Council through the management of 13 City departments and approximately
1400 employees.
In
addition, the manager assumes responsibility for:
- Preparing and administering the annual budget;
- Directing day-to-day operations;
- Hiring, supervising, evaluating and disciplining
personnel under his/her authority;
- Developing and administering City policies and
procedures;
- Recommending policies or programs to the City
Council;
- Attending Council meetings;
- Ensures citizen complaints are handled in a timely
and professional manner;
- Represents the City and serves as a liaison of a variety of
boards, organizations, committees and commissions;
