The School Committee only has one day to meet and make suggested City Council changes before the school budget will be in front of councilors Thursday.
Lewiston City Council
Lewiston council and former city administrator sign separation agreement
The terms include Heather Hunter receiving six months salary of $76,771.
Lewiston schools superintendent requests staff at City Council meeting on budget changes
Jake Langlais said “support, if you are available, is helpful.”
Lewiston councilors set new date for school budget vote after residents reject it
The proposed budget was about 9.3% higher than the current school year’s budget, which was too high of an increase for some residents.
Lewiston councilors discuss public bathrooms during budget talks
Councilors did not discuss the proposed $111.19 million school budget.
Lewiston officials consider adding several public restrooms
Officials say they continue to receive complaints from businesses and other property owners about entryways or alleyways being used as bathrooms.
Lewiston School Committee makes tough budget decisions amid rising costs
Despite proposing a budget that is roughly $10 million more than last year’s, the School Committee members are proposing more staff reductions.
Lewiston council changes rule after mayor criticized for not making timely appointments
The council will be allowed to appoint any open seat if the mayor fails to do so within 60 days.
Lewiston council passes resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
The resolution asks Maine’s congressional delegation and President Biden to demand an end to violence in Gaza and Israel, and ‘an immediate and unconditional release of all Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners unjustly held.’
Lewiston council extends deadline for Martel School demolition by 2 months
Councilors approved the extension following continued concerns over the lengthy timeline for construction to begin at the senior housing project.