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...
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...
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,...
Oct 12, 2011 •
When the Legislature passed the current budget, they intentionally left a gap of $25 million. The assumption was that this money could be found through increases in government efficiency. To find those savings, a Streamlining Task Force was set up. This Task Force consists of twelve members, including current and former legislators and members of...
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...
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...
