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Charter Commission’s Final Report (7/16/2010)
The PORTLAND CHARTER COMMISSION has issued its Final Report recommending changes to the Portland City Charter, including an elected mayor, improvements to the city and school relationship, and various technical changes. To see the Final Report or how to obtain hard copies,
click here.
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Traffic Advisory - Capisic Street 8/2-16 (7/28/2010)
Beginning Monday, August 2, 2010, sewer installation and utility work will be underway on Capisic Street between Colonial Road and Macy Street from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
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Nostalgia Night at the Fort Allen Park Gazebo (7/28/2010)
Historic Chandler’s Band takes audience on a trip down memory lane.
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Awnings Worth Fawning Over (7/28/2010)
State Theater is the latest façade improvement project to be completed.
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Portland Police Department Offers Basic Self Defense Class for Women this Fall (7/28/2010)
Rape Aggression Defense course to offer real life defense tools and tactics.
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Traffic Advisory - Canco Road 8/2-16 (7/28/2010)
Beginning Monday, August 2, 2010, storm drain installation and utility work will be underway on Canco Road between Read Street and Wellington Road from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
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2nd Annual Sgt. Johnsey & Sgt. Betters Benefit Memorial Ride Saturday (7/28/2010)
Motorcycle ride raises funds for children of deceased Portland police officers, July 31st.
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Traffic Advisory - Franklin Street 7/29 (7/27/2010)
Thursday evening, July 29th, new water service will be installed at Franklin Street between Fore Street and Middle Street.
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Franklin Street and Exit 7 Meeting Wednesday (7/25/2010)
Public meeting to discuss next steps for Franklin Street.
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Traffic Advisory Woodford Street 7/26-28 (7/23/2010)
Starting Monday and continuing through Wednesday, July 28th, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM, Nueco will be replacing a gas main on Woodford Street between Forest Avenue and Melrose Street.
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West End Community Policing Center Finds New Home (7/19/2010)
Portland Police Department thank local groups for supporting community policing.
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City Assembles Team to Fight Obesity (7/15/2010)
Local Portlanders tapped to lead prevention efforts, encourage activity and make it easier to bike and walk in Portland.
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City’s Summer Outdoor Concert Season Begins this Week (7/9/2010)
From folk to bandstand, this year’s concert series offers great entertainment this summer.
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Local Residents Invited to Enjoy Baxter Boulevard Without Traffic During Back Cove Block Party (7/9/2010)
The Back Cove Neighborhood Association (BCNA) invites families and individuals living in or near Portland to the Back Cove Block Party, taking place Sunday, August 8, 12:00 – 3:00 pm, on Portland’s Baxter Boulevard.
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HOME Team Hits the Street (7/7/2010)
Homeless outreach program kicks-ff this summer with proactive effort to help people living on the streets
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Internationally-Renowned Intermezzo Young Artist Program Moves Training and Performances to Portland for 2010 (7/7/2010)
Eleven Intermezzo Performances Scheduled for Maine;
Performances Include a Gala with Broadway Star Craig Schulman in July
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Public Services Says Good-bye to Valued Employee (6/30/2010)
After thirty-six years of public service, Steve Earley retires from the city.
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Traffic Advisory - Allen Avenue (July-October) (6/28/2010)
Starting today and continuing through mid-October, construction work along Allen Avenue between Summit Street and the Falmouth town boundary will be underway between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM
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Euro Gap, Hubba Ledges, Rollers and Rails Make Crop Circles that are Out of this World (6/23/2010)
Final design for skatepark includes numerous elements to maximize riding and boarding experience.
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City Set to Fight Obesity (6/21/2010)
Mayor to propose resolution to prevent obesity at tonight’s City Council meeting.
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Kids Need to Cool Off? Make a Splash in the Ravine (6/16/2010)
Refurbished Deering Oaks Ravine reopens this Friday.
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Time to Stop and Smell the Roses (6/11/2010)
Portland’s Karl Switzer Rose Circle in Deering Oaks Park in full bloom.
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Kiwanis Pool Opens to the Public June 21st (6/8/2010)
Swim classes available for all ages beginning June 28th.
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Need to Cool Down? Then Grab Your Skates (6/8/2010)
Portland Ice Arena kicks off new season with new website and energy efficient Ice Bear.
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Looking for Parking in the Vicinity of Casco Bay Lines? (5/10/2010)
Please click
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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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;
- 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;
