The budget passed by a vote of 209-156.
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Maine Legislature inches toward deal on new state budget
Members of both parties express confidence an agreement could be reached, but sticking points remain on Gov. Janet Mill’s $8 billion, two-year proposal.
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A new atmosphere in Augusta, or just a ‘honeymoon’ period?
Gov. Janet Mills moved expeditiously on some of her core campaign pledges during her first 100 days and is credited with helping change the political tenor in Augusta. But with major issues looming, the question is: Will it last?
Posted inThe Penobscot Times
City council begins budget work
OLD TOWN – City councilors this week took their first look at the fiscal year 2020 budget, and now must decide what stays and goes. While the council has not yet said what its target goal is for the budget, one thing is certain – it will be far less than the request made in […]
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Lewiston School Committee backs 2019-20 budget
The Lewiston School Committee voted 8-1 Monday evening to approve a proposed school budget that would result in a slight tax increase.
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Livermore Falls budget panel recommends ‘no’ vote on all but two spending articles
The spending plan will be decided by voters June 11.
Posted inThe Penobscot Times
Proposed Bradley budget $24,474 over cap
A public hearing will be held on the budget late next month.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
$41.3 M school budget on the cutting board
Budget Committee reviews a preliminary $41.3 million budget plan.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Preliminary Topsham budget includes 5% increase
TOPSHAM — Next year’s municipal budget could rise 5 percent over current spending, according to a draft presented to the Board of Selectmen on Feb. 7 by Town Manager Rich Roedner. With assessments to the town from School Administrative District 75 and Sagadahoc County not yet available, the impact on Topsham taxpayers is still unknown. […]
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Maine school leaders applaud Mills for prioritizing education in budget
The governor’s proposal includes more money for pre-kindergarten, raising minimum teacher pay to $40,000 and increasing support for higher education.