City of Portland, Maine

06/12/2026

Join us for the next City Council meeting to discuss key community projects and updates. Read the agenda in full and find the participation link in our agenda portal: https://bit.ly/43yTTsN.

When: Monday June 15, 2026 📅
Where: Council Chambers, City Hall (2nd Floor)
Time: Public comment on non-agenda items begins at 5:00 P.M.

Key Agenda Highlights

Community Improvements - Discussion on appropriating bond proceeds for critical repairs to the Riverton Pool, which has been closed since 2023.

Parks & Recreation - Acceptance of donations for traffic calming in Payson Park, the Portland Youth Corps, and improvements to North Deering Park.

Safety & Infrastructure - Approval of a $2.12 million federal grant for safety improvements along the Brighton Avenue corridor.

New Policies - Further consideration of the Payment-in-Lieu-of-Tax (PILOT) policy.

Regional Trails - Support for the Casco Bay Trail, a proposed 24.8-mile bicycle and pedestrian path between Portland and Auburn.

Events - Date change for the annual Water Lantern Festival at Deering Oaks Park, now proposed for August 15, 2026.

Sports - Proposed agreement amendment to add a Hearts of Pine women’s soccer team at Fitzpatrick Stadium starting in 2027.

Get Involved! 🗣️

Watch Live - Stream the meeting in our Agenda Portal.

Public Comment - Submit written comments to [email protected] by 12:00 PM the day before the meeting. Please include your name, address, and the relevant order number.

06/12/2026

Read our City News Round Up: Friday, June 12, 2026! Learn more about a new pedestrian safety campaign, road closures, events, and new parking fees coming July 1.

Read it here: https://alrt.se/u/e9vC6sjXjR.

06/12/2026

Have a great weekend ! 🎶🎸

The State Theatre is a proud sponsor of Maine Academy of Modern Music's 2026 Resurgam Music & Arts Festival presented by OTTO. Now in it’s 5th year, the annual celebration of Maine music expands to 2 days and 2 locations - Saturday 6/13 at Old Port Square and Sunday 6/14 at Ocean Gateway.

Resurgam showcases the talent of Maine Academy of Modern Music students, giving a new generation the chance step on big stages and share the spotlight with established local and regional acts. The festival will also highlight a large, curated group of local makers, artists, and food trucks showcasing the best of Portland’s creative culture.

Learn more at www.resurgamfestival.com

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

**6/12/26 Update: It’s anticipated that work will be completed by the end of next week or early into the following week.**
---
Emergency Road Closure: High St. has been closed to all traffic, between Commercial St. and York St., for emergency repair of the roadway. 🚧

Please seek alternate route; traffic can still travel North on High St. beyond York St. The repair is expected to take multiple days. ⚠️

The road washout took place early this morning (Thursday, June 11) between 12:00 and 3:00 AM.

06/11/2026

Hey don’t miss the lupine party up on Munjoy Hill! 💜🥳

06/10/2026

💦 As part of Clean Water Awareness Week, Doug Roncarati will present Clean Water and the Casco Bay Watershed a discussion about clean water and watershed issues in the greater Portland area.

https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/storm-water-portland-11308

06/10/2026

Seeking one volunteer! We have an open seat on our Rent Board; applicants must live in District 5.

Visit portlandmaine.gov/Boards to learn more.

Please direct additional questions to [email protected], or contact the Portland City Clerk to apply: [email protected], 207-756-8385.

06/09/2026

Exciting progress is underway on the Union Branch Multi-use Pathway Trail, but we need your help! Our project inspectors have noticed that many of you are already trying out the path trail. While we absolutely love the enthusiasm and can’t wait to share it with you, the Union Branch Path Trail is still an active construction site.

For your safety and the crews' safety, please hold off on using the path trail until its official completion, planned for September 2026.

Our Public Works Project team and Shaw Brothers Construction are hard at work creating this unique new pathway trail designed by Toole Design Construction! Once complete, the path trail will feature a paved pathway, a stone dust jogging path, lighting, stormwater features, and accessible park connections, providing a seamless, enjoyable route from Forest Avenue to Hadlock Field with future planned extensions beyond.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we put the finishing touches on this amazing community space coming soon! Toole Design Group