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In Memoriam (5/7/2008)
Sergeant Robert Johnsey Portland Police Department
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Portland to Host Health Fair for Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities (5/14/2008)
Next Month, June 14, Portland will hold The Multicultural Exercise for Health and Love: a health fair that focuses on health screenings and referrals for racial and ethnic minority communities in the Greater Portland area.
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Election Results (5/13/2008)
Click here for the official results.
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Finance Committee's Releases Recommended Budget for FY09 (5/9/2008)
Click here to view Finance Committees Recommended Budget for FY09.
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Bayside Neighborhood to Partner with Public Services for Spring Clean-Up (5/9/2008)
This Saturday, the Bayside Neighborhood Association will partner with Portland's Public Services Department for its annual Adopt-A-Block Spring Clean-up.
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St. Lawrence Arts Center Dismantling to Begin Next Week (5/7/2008)
Due to structural deficiencies, the sanctuary auditorium will be demolished with capital campaign for reconstruction set for 2009
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Health and Recreation Committee to Consider Smoke-Free Ordinances (5/6/2008)
This Thursday, the City’s Health and Recreation Committee will hold a public hearing to discuss two proposed smoke-free ordinances.
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Paul Bradbury Promoted to Jetport Director (5/6/2008)
Today, Portland Jetport Director, Jeff Schultes, announced that he has accepted the position of Airport Administrator with the Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. In addition, City Manager Joe Gray announced that Paul Bradbury, Assistant Portland Jetport Manager will be promoted to fill Schultes’ position.
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Bulky Waste Curbside Pick-up to begin in May (4/23/2008)
This year's bulky item pick-up will begin the week of May 5th and end the week of June 6th. Make sure you know what types of items will be accepted for collection!
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Portland Seeks Public-Private Partnerships for Programs Targeted in Budget (4/17/2008)
To address significant revenue shortfalls, the proposed budget for the next fiscal year includes a number of changes or reductions to valued services provided by the City. In order to maintain or preserve some of these services, the City is seeking opportunities for public-private partnerships with members of the community.
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Basic Self Defense for Women (4/14/2008)
Due to the enormous response to the April class, the Portland Police Department is please to be able to host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Training class on May 27, 28, 29 & 31, 2008.
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Public Forums Planned for Proposed Congress Street Historic District (4/10/2008)
The City's Planning Department will hold two public meetings on April 14 and April 18 to present plans to create a historic district along downtown Congress Street.
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2008 Spring and Summer Parks and Recreation Guides Available (4/8/2008)
Portland Parks and Recreation have released their Spring and Summer Program. The guide includes information on City programs available through the summer.
Parks and Recreation Spring/Summer 2008 Guide
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Reconstruction Project to Begin on Ocean Avenue (4/8/2008)
Work on the Ocean Avenue Phases III and IV Reconstruction project is scheduled to begin on April 7, 2008 and continue through the spring and much of the summer.
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Looking for Parking in the Vicinity of Casco Bay Lines? (3/31/2008)
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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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Deering Oaks Playspace Review at Friends of the Parks April Meeting (3/31/2008)
Deering Oaks Playspace design plan to be reviewed by the Friends of the Parks Commission on Monday, April 14, 2008.
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Portland Releases Sustainability Report (3/26/2008)
PORTLAND, Maine – Today, the Sustainable Portland Taskforce released its Sustainable Portland
Report and
summary.The report outlines strategies and goals to pursue in order to create and support a more sustainable city.
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Task Force to Release Sustainable Portland Report (3/25/2008)
This Thursday, the Sustainable Portland Taskforce will release its Sustainable Portland Report. Established in 2006, the Taskforce conducted a comprehensive review of current practices as well as strategies that could be utilized to make Portland a more sustainable city.
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Portland Seeks Artists Input for Creative Economy (3/24/2008)
Portland's Creative Economy Steering Committee is seeking input from artists on their space needs by asking them to participate in an,
online survey.
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Portland Calls Upon Young Artists to Design Skatepark Logo for Fundraising Effort (3/21/2008)
Today, the City kicked-off its Skatepark Momentum contest. Portland students (elementary through college) are invited to design a logo for the new Skatepark’s tagline Momentum.
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Portland Releases State of the Port for 2007 (2/19/2008)
Today, Portland released its “State of the Port,” an assessment of transportation activity in the City. The City’s Port activities experienced an 84% increase in container moves, a record-breaking 55% increase in cruise ship passenger, and a 59% increase in cruise ship revenue.
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Program suspended due to budget overrun. The program will resume on July 5, 2008. (1/29/2008)
Due to overwhelming demand, we have expended this year's budget for the household hazardous waste program at Riverside Recycling. Consequently, the program will be suspended after February 2 but will resume again on Saturday, July 5, 2008. If you have any oil paints, chemicals, pesticides or other hazardous items we ask that you hold onto them until then. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Need a Passport? (8/8/2007)
The Portland City Clerk Department is a passport acceptance agency. We provide this public service because applicants need certified copies of their birth certificate in order to apply for a passport.
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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;
