The Lewiston City Council held a workshop to review a draft lot rent stabilization ordinance. Representatives from the Lewiston Housing Committee presented the proposal, explaining the use of 'total recurring charges' to determine rent increases and the associated methodology involving inflation data and property-specific rent ranges. The council discussed the complexity of the proposed calculations, the importance of protecting mobile home owners, and the structure of the rent stabilization board.
May 5, 2026·Board meeting
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The council meeting addressed several significant municipal matters. Key agenda items included the municipal budget review, a budget workshop, and multiple public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Budget, outdoor entertainment permits, and zoning code amendments. Additionally, the council considered the disposition of a portion of Challenger Drive, the execution of a collective bargaining agreement with the AFSCME Professional Technical Unit Local 3855, and various community development and infrastructure planning initiatives.
Mar 17, 2026·Board meeting
Lewiston City Council Budget Workshop And Council Meeting
The council reviewed budget allocations for the tax increment financing fund, capital projects, and economic development reserves. Significant discussion took place regarding the reallocation of funds from general to tax increment financing, public art funding, and community development block grants. The meeting covered the funding of public service agencies including a food pantry, senior nutrition programs, and kindergarten readiness initiatives. Additionally, the council addressed code enforcement officer funding, housing rehabilitation loan programs, and lead grant matching for property owners, alongside infrastructure plans for Sunnyside Park.
Mar 5, 2026·Strategic plan
City of Lewiston Consolidated Plan 2026-2030
The City of Lewiston's 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan outlines priorities for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to benefit low and moderate-income residents. The plan's objectives include providing essential public services, increasing safe and affordable housing, creating economic opportunities, and preserving and improving public facilities and infrastructure. Emerging priorities emphasize addressing homelessness, expanding wrap-around services for seniors and the homeless, improving rental property standards, enhancing youth programs and recreational facilities, supporting affordable childcare, increasing housing stock and accessibility, and fostering community collaboration for property improvements.
