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  1. Website Friday News Roundup Icon

    City News Round Up: Friday, June 3, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for June 3, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    Skate Park Update - May 2022

    Good news for the wheel fans of Portland.... Read on...
  3. Venue Flyer Hockey

    William B. Troubh Ice Arena is a LiveBarn Venue!

    If you can’t make it to the rink, you can still stay connected by watching all events Live and On Demand. Read on...
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    Upcoming Events in the Park with Portland Parks Conservancy

    Get involved in our Parks this summer. Here are some upcoming events..... Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, May 6, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for May 6, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  6. Newsflash 2022

    City Announces Plan for Food Truck Pilot on Eastern Promenade

    City Announces Plan for Food Truck Pilot on Eastern Promenade. Food trucks will now be located in the middle parking lot on Cutter Street Read on...
  7. Newsflash 2022

    Parks Department Continues Treatment for Browntail Moth Infestation

    ?A winter survey of the trees within Deering Oaks Park, conducted with the help of Maine Forest Service, showed results that were improved from last year, but still concerning in the regards of potential Browntail Moth exposure and additional tree decline Read on...
  8. News Update

    Forum to Discuss Proposed Public Restroom

    May 4 Forum to Discuss Proposed Public Restroom Locations. City co-hosting forum with Portland Downtown & Portland Society of Architecture to gain public feedback Read on...
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    Seasonal Staff PAY RATE INCREASE!

    We are happy to announce that Parks, Rec & Facilities got seasonal rate increases approved last week! Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 8, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 8, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    We're Hiring! Come Join Our Team

    Portland Parks, Recreation & Facilities is CURRENTLY HIRING: Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, April 1, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for April 1, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, March 25, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for March 25, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  14. Newsflash 2022

    City Reminds Citizens of Street Maintenance Parking Restrictions

    The City of Portland is reminding citizens who live or park on the peninsula that compliance with overnight (and in some areas daytime) street maintenance parking restrictions is crucial. Read on...
  15. Newsflash 2022

    City Enhances Customer Service & Updates Public on Policies

    The City of Portland is pleased to announce that it has enhanced customer service for those visiting City Hall to conduct services by having two greeters located at the Congress Street and Myrtle Street entrances. Read on...
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    Portland Youth Corps 2022 Application period opens TODAY! 3.7.2022

    Portland Youth Corps 2022 Application period opens TODAY! 3.7.2022 Read on...
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    Olmsted 200 Celebration

    The Portland Parks Conservancy and more than 15 of the City’s 'Park Friends' groups are coming together to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birth in 1822. Read on...
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    CO-OP Tree Planting Program

    The Co-Op Tree Planting Program is a program where residents purchase a tree and Portland Forestry picks up the tree at the nursery and properly plants it Read on...
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    2022 East End Beach Rack Rental Update!

    The 2022 season is upon us... Read on...
  20. Newsflash 2022

    City Hosts March 1 Info Session for Summer 2022 Youth Corps Program

    The Portland Youth Corps program will open their Summer 2022 applications online beginning Monday, March 7 through Sunday, March 27, 2022. Read on...
  21. PlaygroundUpdates_Feb2022

    Payson Park & Lyseth School Playground Updates

    Two large-scale renovation efforts are in the planning and design process for the Park Department. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, February 11, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for February 11, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
  23. News Update

    Portland Issues Request for Proposals for Food Concessions Operations at Deering Oaks

    The City of Portland has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals to select an experienced and qualified food service vendor to lease and operate the café concession at the historic Castle-in-the-Park in Deering Oaks. Read on...
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    The Castle at Deering Oaks is looking for a qualified Vendor!

    The City of Portland is looking for a qualified Vendor to lease and operate the Castle at Deering Oaks Park! Read on...
  25. News Update

    Second Annual National Poll Worker Recruitment Day

    In the lead-up to the 2022 midterm elections, and with the nation potentially facing a shortage of election workers, the U.S. EAC has announced that January 25, 2022, has been designated as the second annual National Poll Worker Recruitment Day. Read on...
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    Tater's TV Debut!

    Over the past year, "The Tater Reports" have quickly become a Portland Parks & Rec social media favorite! Read on...
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    City Seeks Applicants for Vacancies on Several Boards & Committees

    The City Clerk is seeking applications for several vacancies on various boards and committees. Read on...
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    New Project Underway in Deering Oaks!

    Our friends at King Middle School and Maine Audubon adopted this site in Deering Oaks... Read on...
  29. January_2016_Portland_Maine_20160102-DSC_4025 By Corey Templeton Monument Square Christmas Tree Look

    Tree to be Delivered to Monument Square This Thursday

    The City of Portland’s Arborist, Jeff Tarling, reports that this year’s tree – which is scheduled to be delivered to Monument Square on Thursday, November 18 – was found yet again by coincidence. The 40' Balsam Fir is being donated by Patricia Olsen. Read on...
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    Our 62+ Program is Back!!

    Read on...
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    The Search is Over for the 2021 Monument Square Tree!

    Our forestry team has been on the hunt for the perfect tree... Read on...
  32. ClareNorton_GanleyAward2021

    Congratulations, Clare!!

    Join us in congratulating our very own Clare Norton, our Parks, Recreation and Facilities Booking Coordinator, on winning the annual Bob Ganley Public Service Award. Read on...
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    Join our Recreation Team! We increased our starting rate!

    Join our Recreation Team! We have increased our starting pay and want you to join us!! We are seeking Recreation Programmers in our Before and After the Bell Programs and Community Centers. Read on...
  34. PRF Forestry Logo

    City’s Forestry Crew Hits New Milestone During Tree Planting Season

    Portland’s Forestry Crew hit a new milestone this year by planting a whopping 201 new trees during tree planting season, a season that generally takes place between May and June. During this time, the forestry crew usually plants an average of 150 trees. Read on...
  35. COUNCIL NEWS

    Council Approves New Leash Rules for Baxter Woods

    At its Monday, October 5, 2020 meeting, the City Council approved new leash rules for Baxter Woods. Read on...
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    Public Art Selected for Bramhall Square Redesign

    On Wednesday, December 15, the Portland Public Art Committee (PPAC) voted to select local artist Chris Miller to create a new public art commission for the redesigned Bramhall Square Park. Read on...
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    Lyseth Playground Renovations Project Hub Is LIVE!!

    Our Lyseth Playground Renovation project hub is live! Stay tuned to this project page for future updates to the project. We are working towards getting the renovation ready for summer 2022 construction, when school is out of session. Read on...
  38. January_2016_Portland_Maine_20160102-DSC_4025 By Corey Templeton Monument Square Christmas Tree Look

    Tree to be Delivered to Monument Square This Thursday

    The City of Portland’s Arborist, Jeff Tarling, reports that this year’s tree – which is scheduled to be delivered to Monument Square on Thursday, November 18 – was found yet again by coincidence. The 40' Balsam Fir is being donated by Patricia Olsen. Read on...
  39. StayCourse

    City Updates Health and Safety Requirements

    The City of Portland announced today an update to its safety protocols for events at its indoor facilities to include proof of vaccination for all ages five and older. These changes will go into effect on January 1, 2022. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, February 18, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for February 18, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    City News Round Up: Friday, February 25, 2022

    Read the Friday News Round Up for February 25, 2022. To sign up to receive this info directly via email and/or text message, visit www.portlandmaine.gov/stayconnected or text 'Join CityNews' to 30890. Read on...
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    Legislative & Nominating Committee
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  2. Tue Jun. 28

    Planning Board Meeting (Workshop at 4:30 p.m. - Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. (estimated start times)
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  3. Mon Jul. 4

    Independence Day - City Buildings Closed
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  1. Mon Jul. 4

    City Council Meeting Remote access information (Zoom) will be included ...
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  2. Tue Jul. 5

    Housing and Economic Development Committee Meeting/CANCELED
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  3. Wed Jul. 6

    Creative Portland Board Meeting
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  1. Lyseth Elementary School Playground (2)

    Lyseth Playground Renovations Project Hub Is LIVE!!

    Our Lyseth Playground Renovation project hub is live! Stay tuned to this project page for future updates to the project. We are working towards getting the renovation ready for summer 2022 construction, when school is out of session. Read on...
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    Join our Recreation Team! We increased our starting rate!

    Join our Recreation Team! We have increased our starting pay and want you to join us!! We are seeking Recreation Programmers in our Before and After the Bell Programs and Community Centers. Read on...
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