I have watched all of the debates and read all of the articles concerning the proposed consolidation of Lewiston and Auburn. I still do not understand the urgency behind this project. Where did all of the money and screaming headlines come from? Just a few short months ago, nobody was talking about the consolidation (merger) […]
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No benefits to merging Twin Cities
I am a lifelong resident of Auburn. I believe Auburn has been making good progress in recent years. I simply do not see where consolidating with Lewiston will benefit the current residents of Auburn. I am especially concerned about the future of Auburn’s school system. As I understand it, if there is a consolidation, there […]
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A chance to impact the future
On Nov. 7, I plan to vote in favor of the merger of Lewiston and Auburn. The three major goals of better economic opportunities, better schools and improved public safety are positive and achievable goals. The cities are better together. I hope the public will take the time to get educated and informed; that people […]
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Merger makes no sense
To merge is to splurge. The merger vote is very important to the taxpayers of Lewiston and Auburn. To merge the two cities makes about as much sense as putting a toilet in an elevator. This vote is so important to the taxpayers with whom I have spoken, they believe that those people receiving welfare […]
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Vote 'no' on consolidation (merger)
As a city councilor from Auburn, I voted against the referendum language concerning the merger of Auburn and Lewiston. The referendum question states: “Do you approve the charter and consolidation agreement as recommended by the Lewiston Auburn Joint Charter Commission?” The question should have, instead, stated: “Do you approve the merger of Auburn and Lewiston?” […]
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No guarantees with merger
There is no “fear of change,” as indicated by Gene Geiger, regarding those opposed to change. He simply tries to paint those opposed as irrational and living in the past. Sadly, he and others have torn this community apart with their negative remarks about teachers, the community and the cities’ leadership. To say we are […]
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Try to understand the issue
Signs of No Merger or One L/A are all over Lewiston and Auburn. But on the ballot, the word “merger” is not used at all. The referendum question is “Do you approve the charter and consolidation agreement as recommended by the Lewiston Auburn Joint Charter Commission?” A simple referendum question, easily understood, should have been […]
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Voices would be muffled
Regarding the merger of Lewiston and Auburn — there have been expressions of concern about loss of heritage. Another concern should be the potential loss of voice. The proposed charter provides for only five wards for the combined cities in place of the current 12. Councilors elected in larger wards are less likely to represent […]
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Merger is unnecessary
I am tired of talking, reading, discussing, worrying, debating and listening about the proposed merger. But, like so many others in our community, I realize how important this issue is. I stand with the opposition and feel that the majority of voters will vote against the merger at the polls. Having said that, I truly […]
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Merger would be beneficial, improve efficiency
In the January 1999 issue of Down East Magazine, something extraordinary happened. Our state’s premier home-grown monthly dedicated to Maine lifestyles and people filled its entire magazine with articles about what Lewiston and Auburn were doing together to make this community different from all the other towns and cities in Maine. Eighteen years later, another […]