Portland city officials propose a $363.9 million budget. This plan eliminates 74 staff positions. Homeowners will still see a 4.2 percent property tax increase. Rising employee benefits, wages, and county taxes created budget pressures. Staffing reductions include positions from a closed asylum seeker shelter and vacant police roles.
Portland, Maine
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