Decisions
What the City Council, boards, and committees decided, from their minutes, newest meeting first.
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Report an error in a decisionOctober 2026
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School Committee
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- Approved the updated procedural rules, 6-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the second read of policy BDB - School Committee Officers, 6-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the General Government contract from 7/2026-6/2029, 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Voted to enter executive session to discuss negotiations under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(D), 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted to enter executive session on a legal matter under 1 M.R.S.A. §405(6)(E), 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
September 2026
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School Committee
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- Approved the second read of seven School Committee policies with two edits, 9-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the first read of policy BDB – School Committee Officers, 9-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted to expel Student A until a parent is available, 9-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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City Council
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- Approved transfer of forfeiture funds from two court cases to the City of Lewiston Drug Enforcement Program account, 6-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the disposition of 159 Pine Street to Ferdus Awali for $29,900, 6-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted a Special Amusement Permit for Live Entertainment to Gridiron Restaurant, 1567 Lisbon Street, 6-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an Automobile Graveyard/Junkyard permit to Grimmel Industries, 50 River Road, with conditions, 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an Automobile Graveyard/Junkyard permit to ReSource Waste Services of Lewiston, LLC, 38 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway, with conditions, 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
9 more decisions
- Granted an Automobile Graveyard/Junkyard permit to St. Laurent Properties, 1445 Sabattus Street, 6-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an Automobile Graveyard/Junkyard permit to Lewiston Public Works, 420 River Road, 6-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved sending three City Charter amendments regarding council vacancies and school budget action to voters on November 3, 2026, 5-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to an ordinance establishing the Department of Community Development and Strategic Initiatives and continued the public hearing to the next meeting, 6-0. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to an amendment on unregistered or uninspected vehicles parked on the public way and continued the public hearing, 6-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved applying for and accepting $64,937 in Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds, 6-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved amendment to Parking Fees Policy, Policy Manual Number 42, establishing fees for abandoned vehicles, 6-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Motion to allow non-residents to speak during public comment periods failed 2-4. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Motion to waive attorney-client privilege from the August 18th executive session regarding the mobile home lot rent ordinance failed 1-5.
3 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Entered executive session to discuss real estate acquisition/disposition and labor negotiations, passed 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Resolution to conduct a review of the Master Services Agreement with Alter L/A Transitional Shelter was withdrawn by its maker. p. 13page 13 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Entered executive session to discuss a legal matter with the City Attorney, 5-1. p. 14page 14 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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School Committee
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- Approved the pilot of the Lewiston Community Coach Corps with funding, 6-2. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the first read of seven policies (BDA, BE, EBCA, EBCF, JJIF, JLF, JLF-E) with edits, 8-0. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Finance Committee
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- Authorized an LJB Engineering task order for Jordan Road Bridge bypass design and permitting services, not to exceed $84,529, vote 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Wright-Pierce task order for Jepson Brook interceptor manhole rehabilitation design services, not to exceed $63,500, vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the minutes of the previous meeting dated August 24, 2026, vote 4-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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City Council
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- Cancelled the November 3, 2026 City Council meeting and set one regular meeting for November 17. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the disposition of 12 Fair Street to Baxter Homes, LLC for $49,900. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Called for a public hearing on proposed City Charter amendments to be held September 15. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved an easement agreement with TPA VIII, LLC for the cell tower site at 532 East Avenue. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved supporting implementation of the Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport Master Plan and Five-Year Sponsor Commitment. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 more decisions
- Authorized the City Administrator to execute a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Maine Service Employees Association. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Accepted and appropriated the FY2025 Homeland Security Grant Award of $190,000. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Accepted and placed on file the minutes of the meetings of August 18, 25, and 26, 2026. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Motion to enter executive session to discuss a legal matter with the City Attorney did not pass. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Earlier months
August 2026 10 meetings
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City Council
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- Approved final passage of the Moratorium Ordinance regarding Rent Increases for Lots in Mobile Home Parks, effective September 29, 2026, by a 4-0 roll call vote. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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City Council
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- Approved first passage of the Moratorium Ordinance regarding Rent Increases for Lots in Mobile Home Parks, effective September 29, 2026, by a 5-2 roll call vote. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Motion to waive Section 3 of the Rules Governing the City Council to allow final reading the same night failed 4-3, since a 2/3 majority was required. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Finance Committee
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- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for fire station alerting hardware from Westnet, LLC, at $36,822.71, vote 3-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the second and final one-year extension for bid 2023-066 Traffic Line Marking with K5 Corp. through June 30, 2027, at $175,309.20, vote 3-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-047 for lead abatement of 79 Howard St. to RC Group, Biddeford, ME, at $44,660, vote 3-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition with C.N. Wood Co. for an all-terrain litter picker at $99,083, vote 3-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-043 for a dump trailer with brush and log loader to Pete's Equipment, Morrisville, VT, at $87,920, vote 3-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
3 more decisions
- Awarded bid 2026-044 for a ½ ton crew cab pickup truck to O'Connor Auto Park, Augusta, ME, at $49,712, vote 3-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-028 for the 2026 Mill and Fill Paving project to Gendron & Gendron, Lewiston, ME, at an estimated $687,120, vote 3-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition with Salas O'Brien for the Library's HVAC Corrective Action Plan at $113,800, vote 3-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the minutes of the previous meeting dated August 10, 2026, vote 3-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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City Council
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- Approved the transfer of forfeiture funds from two court cases to the City of Lewiston Drug Enforcement Program account. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved an amendment to the Traffic Schedule to add two-hour parking on a portion of Bates Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved waiving utility lien foreclosure on eleven distressed structures located on leased land. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved calling for a public hearing on September 1 regarding proposed City Charter amendments. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Appointed Darren Gallant to the Planning Board, term to expire January 2, 2029. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 more decisions
- Approved the amended City FY27 (Federal FY2026) HOME Budget and Action Plan, totaling $1,195,374.04 for Lewiston, for submittal to HUD. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the acquisition of a 1.44 acre portion of 9 Foss Road for $35,000 to construct a bypass road. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Postponed the proposed amendments to the Ethics Policy, City Policy Manual Number 94, to a future workshop. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Postponed indefinitely the order directing the City Administrator to explore dissolution of the Lewiston Auburn Railroad Company. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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School Committee
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- Approved the second read of policies JE (Student Attendance) and GBN (Family and Medical Leave), 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the School Committee Meeting Calendar with edits, 5-1 (L. Jensen opposed). p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved adoption of the restated 403(b) Plan, 6-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted not to move forward with a termination hearing for Staff A, 6-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
3 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Agenda item #6 was withdrawn by Meghan Hird and Elizabeth Eames. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted to enter executive session to discuss a personal matter, 6-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted to enter executive session on a legal matter, 6-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Planning Board
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- Approved the 44-unit, four-story apartment building application at 860 Lisbon Street with six conditions, 6-0.
- Granted a two-year extension, until August 12, 2028, to start construction on Martel School Apartments Phase 2 at 860 Lisbon Street, 6-0.
- Granted a two-year extension, until August 12, 2028, to start construction on Soliel Apartments Phases 1 and 2 at 61 Ash Street, 6-0.
2 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Continued the election of a board secretary until all current board members are present, with no set date.
- Continued the appointment of a Planning Board representative to the Forestry Board until more regular members are present.
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Finance Committee
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- Awarded bid 2026-034 for Lead Abatement of 178-180 Blake St. to RC Group, Biddeford, ME, for $116,000, including the $6,000 owner match. Vote 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-035 for Lead Abatement of 165-167 Bartlett St. to RC Group, Biddeford, ME, for $89,950, including the $12,000 owner match. Vote 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-042 for one police patrol vehicle to Quirk Ford, Augusta, ME, for $45,012. Vote 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-041 for one 30-ton tri-axle equipment trailer for Public Works to Hale Trailer, Portland, ME, for $61,209. Vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-037 for the Cross Canal Connector project to Starrett Snow and Landscape, Raymond, ME, for an estimated $147,827.02. Vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
3 more decisions
- Authorized a Task Order for Preliminary Design Services for the Randall Road Pump Station with Tighe & Bond for an amount not to exceed $88,000. Vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-040 for the Whipple and Middle St. Utility Railroad Crossings project to Starrett Snow and Landscape, Raymond, ME, for an estimated $904,585.58. Vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition with Freightliner of Maine to purchase a 6-wheeled dump truck cab and chassis with a Viking-Cives body for the Sewer Dept. for $159,050. Vote 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Historic Preservation Review Board
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- Approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for restoration of the Uneeda Biscuit historical sign at 353 Lisbon Street, vote 6-0
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the July 9, 2026 meeting minutes as presented, vote 6-0
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City Council
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- Approved amendment to Traffic Schedule adding 15-minute parking spots on Pine Street from Horton Street to Prince Street Alley. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved acceptance of transfer of forfeiture funds from sale of a 9mm Taurus Pistol to the Drug Enforcement Program account. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved disposition of 35 Beechwood Avenue to Ashley Woodbury for $1,000. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Confirmed appointment of Craig Tribuno to the Lewiston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave final passage to amendments defining the automated side load trash collection program in the Solid Waste Ordinance. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
5 more decisions
- Motion for first passage of the Moratorium Ordinance on rent increases for mobile home park lots did not pass. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved Order authorizing City Administrator to execute a Credit Enhancement Agreement for the Soleil Multi-Family Housing Project. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Motion to amend the Resolve to add $55,000 for a self-deploying drone did not pass. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved Resolve authorizing a $200,000 supplemental appropriation from the Salary Reserve account for police overtime. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved Order directing the City Administrator to request an additional Agency Liquor Store License from the Maine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
4 procedural steps: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Entered Executive Session to discuss acquisition or disposition of Real Estate. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Postponed amendments to the City's Ethics Policy, Policy Manual Number 94, to the next Council meeting.
- Postponed the Order directing the City Administrator to explore dissolution of the Lewiston Auburn Railroad Company to the next Council meeting.
- Entered Executive Session to discuss labor negotiations with MSEA Local 1989 and a personnel matter. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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School Committee
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- Approved the field trip request to attend Colleges of the Fenway in Boston, MA, 8-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved allowing the Superintendent discretion for LMS football games on Sundays as needed, 7-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the resolve in the Maine Municipal Association Workers' Compensation fund, 7-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved submitting an SVPP-COPS grant to improve school security systems and access points. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Found cause for a term hearing following executive session, 6-1 with Scott Harriman opposed. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
July 2026 9 meetings
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9-1-1 Committee
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- Approved the FY 2026 budget report. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved allowing Director Hall to present a dispatch service quote to the Town of Sabattus. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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School Committee
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- Approved the ESEA/Title Funds Application, 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved motion to expel Student A with services, 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved motion to readmit Student B (I.A.), 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved motion to readmit Student C (K.A.), 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved motion to readmit Student D (M.A.), 6-0.
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Planning Board
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- Approved sending a favorable recommendation to the City Council for the city's acquisition of a 1.44-acre portion of 9 Foss Road, 6-0.
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Finance Committee
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- Awarded bid 2026-033 for Lead Abatement of 128 Oxford St. to Region 1 Construction, Auburn, ME, at $170,000, including $12,000 owner match, 4-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized the Task Order for Public Works Wash Facility Design Services with Harriman Associates, not to exceed $182,500, 4-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Ratified Change Order #1 to the 2025-029 Granite, Lowell, Bates Water Main Replacement project to add two deteriorated sewer services, revised estimated bid award $548,745.00, 4-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded 2026-029 for a 4x4 cab and chassis with welding service body and crane to O'Connor Auto Park, Augusta, ME, at $212,001 net of trade, 4-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-030 for a 1-ton traffic/sign truck to O'Connor Auto Park, Augusta, ME, at $123,331 net of trade, 4-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
2 more decisions
- Awarded bid 2026-031 for a 1/2-ton 4x4 pickup truck to O'Connor Auto Park, Augusta, ME, at $47,745, 4-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded 2026-024 for the Wilson, Hamel, Demi, Bellegarde Water Main Replacement & Road Rehab to Perryman Construction, Lewiston, ME, for an estimated $1,052,268, 4-0 p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the minutes of the previous meeting dated July 13, 2026, 4-0 p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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City Council
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- Appointed Emily Levasseur to the vacant Ward 7 seat on the School Committee, effective July 21, 2026, term ending January 4, 2027. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Confirmed Julia Bartlett as the Financial Institution Representative on the Housing Committee, three-year term expiring January 2, 2029. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved a new liquor license and special amusement permit for The Colisee, 190 Birch Street. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an outdoor entertainment permit to the Dempsey Center for the Dempsey Challenge at Simard-Payne Park, September 13-22. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave final passage to create Chapter 23 'Residential Rental Properties' and add rental registration language. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
11 more decisions
- Gave final passage to remove rental registration language from Chapter 18 'Buildings & Building Regulations'. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave final passage to amend Chapter 10 'Amusements and Entertainment' to remove the public hearing requirement for outdoor entertainment permits and let staff issue them. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave final passage to amend Chapter 22 'Businesses' Section 22-422 to remove the list of city parks. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave final passage to amend the Zoning and Land Use Code for the No Name Pond Conservation Overlay District to require buffer disturbance to follow DEP requirements. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to the Solid Waste ordinance amendment defining the automated side load trash collection program and continued the public hearing to the next meeting. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the Letter of Intent with Eco Hospitality Consultants for redevelopment projects including the Red Shop and hotel expansion. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized the City Administrator to execute an Option Agreement with Bates Mill, LLC for Bates Mill #5, granting an exclusive purchase option through June 30, 2031.
- Rescinded City Council Vote 12-2026 from the January 5, 2026 meeting, which had elected the 2026 Council President. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Elected Councilor Nagine as City Council President for the remainder of the term, ending January 4, 2027. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved placing a Charter Commission question on the November 2026 ballot asking voters whether to establish a new municipal charter. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the disposition of 11 King Avenue to Peer Property Management LLC for $55,000. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Postponed the request for an additional agency liquor store license to the next Council meeting. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Public Art Committee
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Committee recommendations to the City Council
- Recommended, by consensus, that a test area be used before covering graffiti with interactive ground art at Marcotte Park. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the committee meeting minutes of June 08, 2026, by a vote of 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Finance Committee
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- Awarded bid MEDOT-01 for 2026-2027 winter road salt to Eastern Salt Company at $84.90/ton, approved 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition to accept Eaton Corporation's $325,236 proposal to replace streetlight switchgear, approved 5-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Ratified the committee's action to reject and rebid 2026-021 for Lead Abatement at 128 Oxford Street, approved 4-1, with Councilor Nagine recorded as opposed. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-005 for lead abatement of 30 Howard St. to Region 1 Construction, Auburn, ME, at $145,190, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved bid 2026-004 for Lead Abatement of 32 and 32.5 Bartlett Street with change orders totaling $28,995, revised contract amount $87,295, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
8 more decisions
- Authorized the RW Gillespie Task Order for Simard Payne Park geotechnical evaluation services, not to exceed $41,300, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Awarded bid 2026-027 for replacement of guardrails and fences to Premier Fence, Middleborough, MA, for an estimated $97,413, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for purchase of sixty-four police units from MHQ/McGovern Auto at $4,270,889.60 net of trade-in, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for sixty-three in-car VM7000 Kenwood radios from Dirigo Wireless, Inc. at $489,089.16, approved 5-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for forty in-car Fleet 3 Advanced car camera systems from Axon Enterprise, Inc. at $565,440.00, approved 5-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for lettering of forty-three Police units with Mad Monkey at $45,150, approved 4-1, with Mr. Bouh opposed. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Authorized a Waiver of Competition for seventy-one Police rifles from First Due Firearms at $200,000 net of traded-in rifles, approved 5-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved bid 2026-008 EV Chargers change order #1 for $23,600 to swap chargers for compliance, revised bid amount $68,600, approved 5-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Historic Preservation Review Board
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- Granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 192 Bates Street, as described in the application submitted by Jim Wu, by a vote of 6-0. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Approved the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes as presented, 6-0.
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City Council
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- Approved an amendment to the Traffic Schedule creating Sections 55 and 56 for parking prohibitions on trash collection days, 7-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved removing two police-only parking spots at 292 Bates Street from the Traffic Schedule, 7-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved a municipal quitclaim deed releasing the City's interest in 38 Larrabee Road, 7-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the disposition of 71 Brigham Street to Doreen and Joseph Valecko and Adam Rivard for $4,000, 7-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved the disposition of 1 Carver Street to Doreen and Joseph Valecko and Adam Rivard for $4,000, 7-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
18 more decisions
- Approved the disposition of 9 Ceres Avenue to Aron Epps for $500, 7-0.
- Appointed Brian O'Malley and Walter Shostak to the Lewiston-Auburn Transit Committee for three-year terms, 7-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved accepting transfer of forfeiture funds from several court cases into the Drug Enforcement Program account, 7-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Accepted the City Clerk's report on verified signatures for the petition to amend the Syringe Service Program ordinance, 7-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Voted to send the Syringe Service Program ordinance amendments to a citizen referendum on the November 2026 ballot, 7-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Approved amendments to Policy Manual 69 raising water rates, effective August 17, 26, 7-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an Outdoor Entertainment Permit for the L/A Balloon Festival at Simard-Payne Park on August 14-21, 7-0. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Granted an Outdoor Entertainment Permit for the Fiddlers' Rendezvous at Kennedy Park on August 9, 7-0.
- Granted an Outdoor Entertainment Permit for the Arise Lewiston event at Kennedy Park on July 18, 7-0.
- Granted an Outdoor Entertainment Permit for the Outreach in the Park event at Kennedy Park on July 25 and August 22, 7-0.
- Gave final passage to an amendment adding access times for the South Lewiston Little League Field, 7-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to creating Chapter 23 'Residential Rental Properties' and continued the public hearing to the next meeting, 7-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to removing the Rental Registration section from Chapter 18 and continued the public hearing, 7-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to removing the public hearing requirement for Outdoor Entertainment Permits and continued the public hearing, 7-0. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to removing the list of city parks from the Business License ordinance and continued the public hearing, 7-0. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Gave first passage to changes for the No Name Pond Conservation Overlay District and continued the public hearing, 7-0. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Adopted an order authorizing the City Administrator to execute a credit enhancement agreement for Martel School Apartments Phase III, 7-0. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
- Council reached consensus to direct city staff to develop recommendations addressing concerns about social service event permits in city parks. p. 12page 12 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
1 procedural step: minutes, continuances, referrals
- Voted 4-3 to postpone the Letter of Intent with Eco Hospitality Consultants to allow more time to address Council concerns. p. 12page 12 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
From minutes posted on the city's Archive Center (opens in new tab) and the School Committee website (opens in new tab), for meetings since Thursday, January 1, 2026.