Start Date: December 28, 2023 | End Date: December 28, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
As of 5 p.m. on January 10, 2024, MaineHousing will stop accepting applications for the Homeowner’s Assistance Fund program. The program was established by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to provide relief to homeowners who...
Start Date: December 28, 2023 | End Date: December 28, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
In 2024, FEMA will launch its “Year of Resilience” campaign by offering low-interest loans directly to communities to reduce their vulnerability to disasters, promote equity, foster greater community resilience, and reduce disaster...
Start Date: December 22, 2023 | End Date: December 22, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
DECD’s Housing Opportunity Program staff will host nine in-person additional office sessions throughout January and into early February. The purpose of the meetings is to provide an opportunity for elected and appointed municipal...
Start Date: December 20, 2023 | End Date: December 20, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
On Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy will host a virtual roundtable focused on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed improvements to the lead and copper...
Start Date: December 20, 2023 | End Date: December 20, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
Mainers who receive SNAP benefits, and lost food due to power outages during the December 18 storm may be eligible for replacement of up to one month’s worth of SNAP benefits. To be eligible, residents must be without power for at least...
Start Date: November 06, 2023 | End Date: November 06, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
On August 3, 2023, Governor Mills signed an executive order directing the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future (GOPIF) to develop a plan establishing an Office of New Americans. Information about this effort,...
Start Date: November 01, 2023 | End Date: November 01, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
Lewiston announces Wednesday, November 1 as “Act of Kindness and Gratitude Day” to commemorate the one-week anniversary of the lives lost on October 25.
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Start Date: October 30, 2023 | End Date: October 30, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Training & Educational Services
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $20 million in grant funding through the Innovative Water Infrastructure Workforce Development Grant Program to address the need for building a pipeline of skilled,...
Start Date: October 26, 2023 | End Date: October 26, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
On behalf of staff and our Executive Committee, the Association expresses its deepest concerns for the City of Lewiston and all surrounding communities who continue to respond to last evening’s horrific event. Situations of this...
Start Date: October 20, 2023 | End Date: October 20, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
Piscataquis Soil and Water Conservation District and Maine Audubon will be hosting a workshop for municipalities to learn about “Stream Smart” principles and funding opportunities for road/stream crossing projects. These...
Start Date: October 19, 2023 | End Date: October 19, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
The Maine Broadband Coalition will hold its annual summit on November 15 at Thomas College, in Waterville, Maine. Municipal leaders are welcomed to attend the daylong event, which will include a keynote address from Gigi Sohn, the Executive...
Start Date: October 12, 2023 | End Date: October 12, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Legal Services
MMA Legal Services issued time sensitive information regarding a nationwide settlement agreement between public water suppliers and PFAS manufacturers, 3M, and DuPont. For more information on the settlement and the options available to your...
Start Date: October 11, 2023 | End Date: October 11, 3023
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The deadline for submissions has been extended to November 17, 2023.
The results of this survey provide vital information which helps to guide the work of MMA member services for training and advocacy. Participation in MMA’s survey also...
Start Date: October 10, 2023 | End Date: October 10, 3023
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Job Type: News
The Maine Community College System (MCCS) is offering remote work courses to Maine residents at no cost through the end of December.
Remote Work Essentials for Professionals (for individuals working as part of remote and hybrid...
Start Date: October 10, 2023 | End Date: October 11, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
The Maine Community College System (MCCS) is offering remote work courses to Maine residents at no cost through the end of December.
Remote Work Essentials for Professionals (for individuals working as part of remote and hybrid...
Start Date: September 27, 2023 | End Date: September 27, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Legal Services
In light of several recent "Zoom bombing" incidents, MMA Legal Services has developed guidance on administering public comment at municipal board meetings with remote means for participation.
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Start Date: September 21, 2023 | End Date: September 21, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Legal Services
In collaboration with the Office of the Attorney General and Office of Fiscal and Program Review, the Secretary of State has published the Citizen's Guide to the 2023 Maine Referendum Election, which provides a non-partisan overview of the...
Start Date: September 21, 2023 | End Date: September 21, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Legal Services
The U.S. Treasury is reporting that 4,300 ARPA recipients have not filed required reports. Although the list of non-filers has not been released, it is possible that some municipalities in Maine have missed the deadline. The concern...
Start Date: August 30, 2023 | End Date: August 30, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy
The Housing Opportunity Program is hosting four in-person office hour sessions in September in Belfast, Bangor, Houlton, and Caribou. According to officials at the Department of Economic & Community Development, these sessions will provide an...
Start Date: August 29, 2023 | End Date: August 29, 3023
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Job Type: News, Communications & Advocacy, Legal Services
The Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) is seeking public comments on proposed rules impacting the delivery, return, marketing and advertising of adult use cannabis, as well as the requirements for specified event permits. A copy of the...