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Sign up for Parking Ban Notifications (11/24/2008)
It is easier than ever to sign up for parking ban notifications! Just click here:
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No Curbside Trash/Recycling in Portland on Christmas or New Year’s Day (12/3/2008)
Residents who normally receive collection services on Thursday will have their trash and recycling picked up Saturday, December 27 and January 3.
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Portland Observes World AIDS Day (12/1/2008)
Free HIV testing and other events planned throughout the city.
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Portland Honored for Bayside Vision (11/19/2008)
Planning Department receives Entrepreneurial American Community Award from Partners for a Livable Community.
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Downtown Portland Corporation Honors Local Businesses (11/18/2008)
Richard Berman, Pierce Promotions and Ready Seafood receive top awards.
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Asking Portland a Question Just Got a Lot Easier (11/14/2008)
City unveils new eContact program for people with suggestions for Portland.
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USS Portland Rededication set for Veteran’s Day (11/7/2008)
This Tuesday, Veteran’s Day, the USS Portland memorial including the mainmast, bell and bridge shield will be rededicated following a $150,000 rehabilitation project.
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Election Results November 4th, 2008 (11/4/2008)
Click here for the Candidate results.
Click here for the Referendum results.
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15th Annual Merit Awards Presented by the Portland Fire Department Tomorrow (10/31/2008)
Local firefighters honored for their service and commitment to the community.
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Portland Receives Top Marks from National Geographic Traveler (10/31/2008)
Portland’s downtown is ranked 40th among the top historic places in the world.
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Portland and United Way Partner to Support Keep ME Warm (10/27/2008)
Local leaders call upon the community to join in efforts to keep Portland residents safe this winter.
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Portland Fire Department “When I Grow Up” Calendars Now Available (10/24/2008)
Proceeds from the sales of the calendar go to the Portland Firefighter’s Children’s Burn Foundation.
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Finance Committee to Review FY2008 Year End Numbers (10/17/2008)
Finance Committee will review year-end budget numbers Monday at 5:30 in Room 209.
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Commercial Street Named a Great Place in America (10/8/2008)
American Planning Association designates Commercial Street as one of the 10 great streets in the US.
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Smoke-free Ordinance for Outdoor Dining Goes into Effect Friday (10/2/2008)
Businesses, public health leaders and city officials join together in support of keeping air healthy.
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Portland Announces Façade Improvement Program (9/23/2008)
The City of Portland’s Economic Development Division announces a new grant program for businesses and properties located along Congress Street between Monument Square and Longfellow Square.
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Looking for Parking in the Vicinity of Casco Bay Lines? (6/10/2008)
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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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;
