With a shortage of housing in Augusta and across the state, these projects are expected to add a range of housing opportunities in central Maine.
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Augusta hotel/retail project wins bigger tax break, adds 2nd apartment building
The project would bring a mixed-use development to Western Avenue, with retail space, a hotel and apartments within walking distance of the state Capitol complex.
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Kmart site developers, citing costs and financing problems, seek bigger tax break
Their proposal under a tax increment financing deal, would more than double the tax revenues that would be returned to the developer to make the project more attractive to secure funds to build it.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News
Augusta proposes borrowing $6.1 million for Civic Center, road, building improvements
Augusta voters will to be asked to approve $5.3 million in borrowing in November to pay for citywide infrastructure projects.
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Augusta council considers boosting pay by as much as double
Stipends for city councilors and the mayor were last increased in 2008.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
In Augusta, it’s native plants only for city property
The new policy, aimed at making land healthier for insects and the animals that depend on them, does not apply to residential or commercial properties.
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City officials consider bridging Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center fund gap
A proposal headed for a City Council vote Thursday would provide $13,450, the only funds that the city would provide to the nonprofit warming center so far this year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News, Politics
Augusta consolidates polls for future elections
City councilors approved a proposal to consolidate voting at the Augusta Civic Center for future elections, but voting Tuesday will be at Augusta City Center on Cony Street.
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New flags flying in downtown Augusta
The Augusta Downtown Alliance raised funds to upgrade the flags and add devices to keep them flying free.
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Augusta panel on homelessness makes plea for respect, dignity
Showing of documentary, “Building Hope: Ending Homelessness in Maine” prompts discussion of how people can help homeless Mainers.