Danielle West

The proposed FY 2027 city budget for Portland, if approved, is estimated to raise property taxes by 4.2%, increasing the average homeowner’s bill by $130. It also recommends eliminating 74 staff positions.

Cruise ships docking in Portland will be subject to a higher city tariff starting next year, while vessels powered by low-sulfur fuels will receive a discount.

The city received a $2.1 million grant to support several roadway, pedestrian and bicycle safety projects along the major thoroughfare.

A petition, addressed to Mayor Mark Dion and City Council members ahead of two regularly scheduled meetings on July 14, demands “swift, coordinated action to restore safety, cleanliness and vitality."

Portland is seeking a new fire chief to succeed Keith Gautreau when he retires by the end of this year.

Sun Life Financial Inc. (NYSE: SLF) inaugurated its $24 million Portland office hub for 525 employees with space for hundreds more. "This office is designed as the future of work," the company's U.S. president said.

Portland's City Council will vote on the appointment of Mark Dubois as the city's next police chief on Monday.

Danielle West was the interim city manager for almost 18 months before being permanently hired following a national search for Jon Jennings' replacement.