After reading information available on the merger of Lewiston and Auburn and the many letters (pro and con) regarding it, I must admit that I realize now, more than ever, that no merger will ever change the image of either city. Until there is new leadership, nothing will change. Lewiston needs individuals who will fight […]
Lewiston Auburn merger
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Building a Maine city
I thought it was time to speak to the One LA opportunity that is coming in November, 2017. As a member of the previous commission, it was our position to find ways for the two cities to reduce back office costs to save taxpayer dollars. I believe we did good work on this goal and […]
advertisement
Posted inOp-Eds, sj-web
Taking the Twin Cities into the future
My grandparents lived on Russell Street in Lewiston. My parents lived in Auburn. I was born in Lewiston. I was educated in Auburn. My children were born in Lewiston. I live in Auburn. I work in Auburn and Lewiston. My children were educated in Auburn. Many of my projects are in Lewiston. I am and […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Let's hear from the union reps
As a former long time Lewiston-Auburn resident, I feel a strong desire and civic responsibility to weigh in on the merger issue. Though neither a proponent nor opponent of this joint venture, I do have a major concern that has not been addressed — a huge elephant in the room — so to speak. Why […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Why should we believe them?
So, let me get this straight — the Lewiston Auburn Joint Charter Commission is comprised of several business and government leaders, including Chip Morrison, who was a former Auburn city manager and former president of the Lewiston Auburn Chamber of Commerce. The Commission also includes Lucien Gosselin, a long-time Lewiston city administrator and participant in […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Much stronger when united
The merits of a “yes” OneLA vote are both practical and ideological. Practically speaking, uniting Lewiston and Auburn into one city would save money by eliminating duplication, have a stronger economic development program, attract more interest and people to the newly combined city and create a stronger presence at the state level. These anticipated outcomes […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Merger will provide a better future
I have read with great interest the many letters to the editor concerning the potential merger of Lewiston and Auburn. Lewiston has been my home for most of my 70-plus years, simply because I prefer it. However, Lewiston does not define me. It is part of my heritage, as is being French Canadian. I have […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Best opportunity to save money
I have been reading many letters to the editor, some for and some against the merger of Lewiston and Auburn, and I appreciate the concerns expressed by both sides of the issue. Ultimately, I have decided that the change offers more upside than downside. It is true, as opponents say, that the transition could be […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Auburn doesn't need Lewiston's tax
Auburn residents might be required to pay a “rain tax” if the proposed merger with Lewiston is passed. The “rain tax” is a stormwater runoff fee that residents of Lewiston are currently required to pay. The fee makes more sense in Lewiston because of the higher number of untaxed non-profit properties located there (including Bates […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
I will vote against merger
I am opposed to the merger of Lewiston and Auburn. There are simply too many unanswered questions. I am completely comfortable with Lewiston — the city in which I have resided most of my life. I feel it is completely unfair to be dragged into a whole new municipality, against my will, by a small […]