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Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Affordable Housing Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed housing affordability issues, including workforce ownership housing models for a city-owned parcel at 35 Southeast Road, analyzing various land trust and deed restriction strategies from other municipalities. The committee discussed the development of an Affordable Housing Trust Fund operations manual and considered proposing revisions to the composition of committee seats. Additionally, discussions included evaluating workforce housing income targets, exploring potential Maine Housing grants, and considering priority housing for municipal or school district employees.
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The committee received an update from the traffic specialist regarding a collision between a motor vehicle and an electric bike. The Chair reported on the upcoming Greenbelt Education Day and a recognition event for committee volunteers, along with updates regarding METRO transit services. The committee discussed the protocols for handling bicycles recovered by the police department. A proposal for a 'Lantern City' event at Mill Creek Park was presented, focusing on a light and laser festival to encourage walking and cycling access. Furthermore, the Public Works Director provided status updates on major infrastructure projects, including the Lincoln Street Multi-Use Path, the Broadway Pedestrian Improvements project, and the status of the Bicycle-Pedestrian Master Plan.
Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
South Portland City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council meeting addressed various municipal and administrative items. Key actions included the scheduling of election-related services and polling locations, the approval of a medical marijuana dispensary license, and the enactment of zoning amendments focused on housing policies, coastal resilience and heat island standards, and historic preservation. Additionally, the council approved a proclamation recognizing domestic violence awareness, accepted a federal justice assistance grant for police equipment, authorized a street closure, and passed a resolution supporting a proposed historic maritime park in the Eastern Waterfront. A workshop was held to discuss proposed solid waste collection service models, including Pay-As-You-Throw options.
Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Public Arts Committee Agenda
The meeting agenda includes a staff update regarding the Greenbelt Mural Art Project and a review of artist submissions for the Trailside Mural Art Project, with the committee aiming to recommend artists for City Council approval. Additionally, the committee will discuss the placement of artwork created at the Art in the Park event and conduct a round-robin discussion. Future projects and upcoming agenda items will also be reviewed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
