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Letter to the editor: Portland referendums, 'strong mayor' proposal deserve our scrutiny

Is this what “more democracy” looks like? Four referendums on complex topics, drafted by members of the Maine Democratic Socialists of America, behind closed doors without any public input. Detailed proposals were placed before voters by only 1,500 signatures, 2% of eligible voters. And, if there are unintended consequences, the terms of the proposals cannot […] ....

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Portland charter commission again votes to support strengthening mayor's role

The commission voted 8-4 to include the language for its executive mayor proposal in the preliminary report due May 9, but further changes may still be made. ....

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Portland Charter Commission to take up proposals, including City Council size, code of ethics

The commission, which meets Wednesday, also is expected to continue debating leadership models under the guidance of two facilitators. ....

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– Portland Charter Commission will revisit discussion on leadership models

The commission also votes to send a proposal for universal resident voting to its attorney to draft into formal charter language and rejects a proposal to increase city councilor pay. ....

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Portland council cites data, public feedback in ending mask mandate

A proposal tying hazard pay wages to any mask mandate is still expected to go before the council this month. ....

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