AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHousing Update: Maine’s new statewide housing production data show 7,499 units permitted in 2025, about 9% above the 6,900 goal, with 182 municipalities reporting permits, COs and demolitions. Local Government & Health: Lewiston canceled summer school Thursday due to extreme heat, with the heat index expected to push conditions into the mid-100s. Politics (Maine Senate): A NYT/Portland Press Herald/Siena poll finds Graham Platner leading Susan Collins 49%-47% among likely voters, while another Fox poll shows Collins narrowly ahead—both pointing to a tight race. Courts (Trans sports ballot): Maine’s Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments over whether signatures collected by out-of-state circulators were properly invalidated for a transgender inclusion referendum. Utilities & Costs: CMP says average monthly residential bills should drop about $11 starting in July. Public Safety: Portland parking rates rise July 1, with an extra hour added to the paid window. Weather: Extreme heat warnings continue through Friday, with heat indexes up to around 115.
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