It is amazing that the Editorial Board comments broadly about ethanol as if it can only be derived from corn. With a little research, they could have assessed the research being completed at UMaine to extract hemi-cellulose and create ethanol, or other bio-based fuels during the pulp making process. If this can be done without affecting pulp yield, it could create significant opportunities for industry in Maine, create an alternative product/revenue stream for these facilities, and be an alternative fuel that does not affect food prices.
I uploaded them because yes, I saw your post. The message was more than a simple email. We requested one year ago to discuss how conservation might be an option.
Now, would you please come to our next meeting on April 21st at 6 PM so you could share your thoughts in public and we might have a discussion on this issue outside of the world of blogs?
It most certainly is not a loophole. And just because there weren't stories in the SJ, doesn't mean it wasn't being discussed and reviewed in public workshops.
There are two ways for a Charter Commission to be formed; by petition and referendum or by vote of the Commissioners. Once formed, there is an election for members.
After the work of the Charter Commission is complete, it goes to popular vote for adoption or rejection.
The bus would be a longer ride than using the LARR and SLR lines from downtown Lewiston to Commercial Street in Portland.
And for those of us that live downtown near the waterfront and can already walk the trails, paddle the river, walk to Fishbones, Fuel, Gritty's the Franco Center, etc, I think there is plenty to make it attractive.
It seems that the longer people live in LA the less positive their outlook. Tragic, but we can't let that stop us from growing the economy.
Would be to look our own downtown real estate prices (read potential) versus downtown Portland realize that with 22 round trips a day, we would likely experience some in-migration as people leave Portland for more affordable downtown options. And when I say affordable, I mean affordable market rate options.
Loft apartments? Riverfront condos? All at a fraction of the price...that would be an economic opportunity.
Commenters should note that this public workshop on Wednesday is to discuss past ELECTED officials benefits, not those that were negotiated by the employees through the collective bargaining unit or those offered to non-union employees upon retiring from a career in County government.
Mr. Perfect? Not so much...but I welcome the exchange. Lewiston hasn't used the building for leased cold storage in a couple of years, and in 2009 the revenue generated from Mill 5 was for parking lot leasing only to the tune of about $130,000.
Also, it is more engaging to have a public debate on a blog if the person writing uses a real name and not a made up one. You only find good solutions through debate, so I welcome that. My first idea out of the gate is rarely right, but I like to know who is on the other side.
I assumed you were asking a rhetorical question. If this newspaper is looking to lobby for other elected offices, they've yet to tell me. I have three more years of County business to focus on, and as an avid reader/commenter on this site, I'm sure you recognize that there is more than an enough to keep me busy.
Perhaps you'd be interested in talking in person, rather than over blogs, at some point. I'm sure you know how to reach me.
It is amazing that the
It is amazing that the Editorial Board comments broadly about ethanol as if it can only be derived from corn. With a little research, they could have assessed the research being completed at UMaine to extract hemi-cellulose and create ethanol, or other bio-based fuels during the pulp making process. If this can be done without affecting pulp yield, it could create significant opportunities for industry in Maine, create an alternative product/revenue stream for these facilities, and be an alternative fuel that does not affect food prices.
ALT Memo
Hello "Ben"
You can find the details at:
http://androscogginlandtrust.org/news/6-details-of-camp-gustin-memo-from...
I uploaded them because yes, I saw your post. The message was more than a simple email. We requested one year ago to discuss how conservation might be an option.
Thank you
Now, would you please come to our next meeting on April 21st at 6 PM so you could share your thoughts in public and we might have a discussion on this issue outside of the world of blogs?
It most certainly is not a loophole. And just because there weren't stories in the SJ, doesn't mean it wasn't being discussed and reviewed in public workshops.
There are two ways for a
There are two ways for a Charter Commission to be formed; by petition and referendum or by vote of the Commissioners. Once formed, there is an election for members.
After the work of the Charter Commission is complete, it goes to popular vote for adoption or rejection.
You can read the statute here:
http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/statutes/30-A/title30-Asec1321.html
The bus would be a longer
The bus would be a longer ride than using the LARR and SLR lines from downtown Lewiston to Commercial Street in Portland.
And for those of us that live downtown near the waterfront and can already walk the trails, paddle the river, walk to Fishbones, Fuel, Gritty's the Franco Center, etc, I think there is plenty to make it attractive.
It seems that the longer people live in LA the less positive their outlook. Tragic, but we can't let that stop us from growing the economy.
Another view
Would be to look our own downtown real estate prices (read potential) versus downtown Portland realize that with 22 round trips a day, we would likely experience some in-migration as people leave Portland for more affordable downtown options. And when I say affordable, I mean affordable market rate options.
Loft apartments? Riverfront condos? All at a fraction of the price...that would be an economic opportunity.
Commenters should note that
Commenters should note that this public workshop on Wednesday is to discuss past ELECTED officials benefits, not those that were negotiated by the employees through the collective bargaining unit or those offered to non-union employees upon retiring from a career in County government.
Mr. Perfect? Not so
Mr. Perfect? Not so much...but I welcome the exchange. Lewiston hasn't used the building for leased cold storage in a couple of years, and in 2009 the revenue generated from Mill 5 was for parking lot leasing only to the tune of about $130,000.
Also, it is more engaging to have a public debate on a blog if the person writing uses a real name and not a made up one. You only find good solutions through debate, so I welcome that. My first idea out of the gate is rarely right, but I like to know who is on the other side.
Hello again "Tron," I assumed
Hello again "Tron,"
I assumed you were asking a rhetorical question. If this newspaper is looking to lobby for other elected offices, they've yet to tell me. I have three more years of County business to focus on, and as an avid reader/commenter on this site, I'm sure you recognize that there is more than an enough to keep me busy.
Perhaps you'd be interested in talking in person, rather than over blogs, at some point. I'm sure you know how to reach me.
Jonathan
Good morning "Tron," Dan
Good morning "Tron,"
Dan actually mentioned it late in the piece. I was hoping you would have been there, I'd like to meet the man behind the name.
Jonathan