Build Maine

Tomorrow: Let’s have a little tiff about TIFs!

Join Build Maine on Thursday, October 22 at 1pm to discuss strengthening Maine’s TIF policy & shape legislative recommendations next session!

Oct 21 • Myles Smith

September 2026

It’s Time to Revise I-295

Portland’s urban freeway brought sprawl to the suburbs and blight to downtown for five decades. Now we need to spend $250,000,000+ just to maintain a…

Published on Mainers for Smarter Transportation • Sep 30

June 2026

Build Maine 2026 was the biggest ever. What should we do next?

We had over 320 registrations in 2026, after topping 300 for the first time last year. We are building a community, and want to hear from you about…

Jun 17 • Myles Smith

New building, no parking, no problem

This dirt lot in Portland that is currently private vehicle storage for about a dozen cars will soon be homes for 90+ people and a location for several…

Jun 17 • Myles Smith

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April 2026

Build Maine 2026 Updates!

Build Maine is back! Let's look at some of the first session announcements

Apr 6 • Myles Smith