These are my regular email updates. They are usually sent out once a week while the legislature is in session, and once every two weeks when the legislature is adjourned.
Newsletter
Legislative Update – Portland’s Indie Biz Awards & Ballot Question Breakdown
Oct 26, 2011 •
In my last email, I discussed the Barber Foods layoffs and the Rapid Response teams deployed by the Department of Labor. These teams work with recently laid off employees to find them new employment or get them into job training, as well as assist with applying for unemployment benefits and COBRA. Two Thursdays ago, I...
Legislative Update – Energy Efficiency Help and the Streamling Commission
Oct 12, 2011 •
In this update, you will read about two great upcoming events, learn about applying for heating assistance, and read about the Streamlining Task Force’s work to find $25 million of savings. Community Update There are two great community events I would like to share with you this week: We Love Munjoy Hill Festival On Saturday,...
Legislative Update – State Finances and Congressional Redistricting
Sep 28, 2011 •
Every year, the Maine Supreme Court goes on the road and visits high schools across Maine. I am excited to announce that on Tuesday, October 11th, the Maine State Supreme Court will come to Deering High School to hear oral arguments in three cases. I want to thank Deering teacher Eli Small for his idea...
Legislative Update – Jobs on the Horizon?
Sep 14, 2011 •
Welcome back to school! Portland is Maine’s largest school district, serving over 7,000 students and 5,000 adult learners in our ten elementary schools, three middle schools and four high schools. Across the district there are exciting new developments, including new principals, five more days of school, and more fresh foods being served to our students. Click...
Legislative Update – New Additions to Portland
Aug 31, 2011 •
Welcome Note On August 19th, Rachael and I welcomed Jacoby Loring Alfond into our family. He was born 7 pounds, 2 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Rachael and I are overjoyed to have our first child, and boy is the little guy keeping us busy! A ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Ocean Avenue...
District 8 Legislative Update – March 9th, 2011
Mar 9, 2011 •
As many of you know, I am an ardent opponent of the vast majority of environmental roll backs proposed by Governor LePage in the name of job creation. Many of you have contacted me indicating you agree, and have implored me to fight against them. The Natural Resources Council of Maine has put together a...
