Senator Cathy Breen
Representing Chebeague, Cumberland, Falmouth, Gray, Long Island, Yarmouth and part of Westbrook
29/11/2022
Some good news from MaineDOT! The construction on the Veranda Street Bridge Replacement Project, otherwise known as the "Veranda Plan," is now substantially complete. This long-awaited project included the rapid replacement of the interstate bridge that carries I-295 over Veranda Street in Portland and reconfiguration of the roadways underneath the bridge to increase safety, provide enhanced bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, and create opportunities for a public green space.
The "Veranda Plan" Is Finished The "Veranda Plan" Is Finished MaineDOT sent this bulletin at 11/29/2022 09:15 AM EST Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. | You are subscribed to MaineDOT News Releases For More Information: Paul Merrill, Public Information Officer - 207-624-3355 or 207-215-9297 The "Veranda Pl...
17/11/2022
I had a great time participating in last night's League of Women Voters Election Reflection discussion with Meredith Strang Burgess, a three-term former Republican Maine Representative, and USM Political Science Professor Ron Schmidt. Check it out!
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18/10/2022
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act — a national piece of legislation written and inspired by Mainers. Clean water is something we don’t take for granted in Maine, especially given our history and the ongoing lead and PFAS crisis. As we celebrate the , we must continue the fight to ensure every Mainer has access to safe, clean drinking water in their homes and schools. That is how we honor the legacy of the Clean Water Act and do right by Maine people.
13/10/2022
With Federal forecasts expecting energy prices to remain high this winter, the Governor’s Energy Office has updated its winter heating resource guide to help Maine people and families take action to save money, improve their home’s energy efficiency, and find heating assistance if needed:
Winter Heating Season Tips and Resources | Governor's Energy Office November 3, 2021 As a result of global energy markets, Maine is expected to see increases in the price of heating fuels and electricity this winter. The Governor’s Energy Office has prepared the following resources to help Maine people stay warm this winter and know where to find assistance if nee...
Tomorrow, Saturday, October 8, explore some of Falmouth's Fabulous Trails with easy-to-moderate 1-hour guided hikes offered at 11:00am and 1:00pm. At 11:00am, attendees may choose a guided hike at Suckfish Brook Conservation Area, Tidewater Farm Preserve, or Falmouth Community Park. At 1:00pm, attendees may choose a guided hike at Underwood Springs Forest or Morrill-Stillings Bird Sanctuary. Check out the link for more information.
After two years without their Community Supper, Falmouth's Faith Communities are pleased to offer an outdoor Community Cookout tonight, Thursday, October 6th from 4:30-6:00pm at Falmouth Congregational Church's backyard lawn (267 Falmouth Road). Rain or shine, enjoy a menu of chicken, hot dogs, veggie burgers, salads, apple crisp, and s'mores while socializing with your neighbors. The event is free but donations to the Falmouth Food Pantry are welcome.
03/10/2022
Please join the Town of Falmouth and the Falmouth Memorial Library in welcoming Katrina Vehuizen to share the variety of services ecomaine offers to Falmouth and the Greater Portland region. Working to reduce the amount of waste we send to landfills and incineration will be a key component of community climate action, both in reducing waste-based emissions and in creating a more resilient economy. During the event, attendees will learn about ecomaine’s services and recycling best practices. Q & A will follow.
Where: Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, Falmouth
When: Thursday, October 6, 6:00-7:00
Falmouth Climate Talk Series: ecomaine | Falmouth ME Thursday, October 6, 6:00-7:00pm at Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, FalmouthPlease join the Town of Falmouth and
20/09/2022
Weather dependent, paving will take place on Mast Road in Falmouth beginning either Thursday or Friday, September 22 or 23. Traffic will be reduced to one lane with flaggers directing vehicles through the work zone.
Paving on Mast Road | Falmouth ME Weather dependent, paving will take place on Mast Road in Falmouth beginning either Thursday or Friday, September 22 or
16/09/2022
Falmouth is in the process of updating the Climate Action Plan and wants your input! The Town is holding a workshop bringing residents, businesses, regional stakeholders, and anyone interested in climate change together to discuss potential long-term planning actions. Join us in the Council Chambers at Falmouth Town Hall on Thursday, September 22 at 6:30pm. You can also participate via Zoom! For more information and a link to join the workshop, visit:
Climate Action Planning Workshop | Falmouth ME Falmouth is in the process of updating the Climate Action Plan and wants your input! The Town is holding a workshop bringing residents, businesses, regional stakeholders, and anyone interested in climate change together to discuss potential long-term planning actions.
Falmouth residents: Sewer construction continues along Middle Road and will likely enter the Middle Road/Bucknam Road intersection as early as today. There will be significant impacts to traffic during this phase of construction. Please see the link for important information.
While every session has its highs and lows (and plenty in between), this one really was memorable.
I’m proud of the work we did and am grateful to every single Mainer who played a part in getting these bills passed: in public hearings, in the emails and Facebook messages you sent me, and in the advocacy you did in your communities. Your voice makes a difference in getting these bills past the finish line, so thank you.
While there’s plenty more left to do in the months and years to come, we thought we’d share some of the highlights of this past year in Augusta. Hope you enjoy.
I've heard from so many older Mainers about the challenges they face living on a fixed income amid rising costs. It's why I'm proud of our work this session to deliver much-needed tax relief to retired Mainers. Check out this video from my friend and colleague Senator Rafferty who breaks down how this change will help folks afford to remain active members of our community.
20/08/2022
The health care and prescription drug provisions in the — which was signed into law this week — mark huge wins for working families and older Mainers:
✅ For decades, folks across our state have asked to allow Medicare to negotiate the prices of lifesaving prescription medications with pharmaceutical companies. This commonsense proposal is now law.
✅ There will finally be a cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug spending for those on Medicare.
✅ And finally, Americans with health insurance through the ACA will see lower premiums.
Here in Maine, we’ve led the charge to lower prescription drug prices and improve access to health care. We know that comprehensive, affordable medical care is essential to our ability to lead happy and healthy lives. This week’s slate of reforms at the federal level certainly won’t solve everything, but they are a huge step in the right direction.
Know that at the state level, we don’t plan to let up anytime soon.
20/08/2022
10/08/2022
: This week, all non-emergency bills passed by the Legislature this year went into effect, including ones that...
🎉 Improve coverage for contraceptives
🎉 Improve access to postpartum care
🎉 Improve access to fertility care
🎉 Fund Meals on Wheels
🎉 Improve access to lifesaving, chronic medication
🎉 Support local EMS departments
🎉 Study international reference pricing on prescription drugs
🎉 Provide tax relief for Maine veterans
🎉 Provide electric rate relief for small businesses
🎉 Boost Maine’s emerging aerospace industry
🎉 Support municipal broadband programs
🎉 Remove barriers to employment
🎉 Help close the justice gap in rural Maine
🎉 Create safer college campuses
🎉 Support survivors of domestic violence
Learn about each one of these bills by going to troyjackson.org/laws-championed-by-senate-democrats-take-effect/
04/08/2022
High humidity and temperatures in the high 90s mean that it's going to feel like 100° in parts of Maine today. Here is information on cooling centers in District 25:
Cumberland: Cumberland Central Fire Station, 366 Tuttle Rd.
Falmouth: Family Ice Center, 20 Hat Trick Dr., and Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Rd.
Gray: Gray Public Library, 5 Hancock St.
Please go here for more: https://www.maine.gov/mema/response-recovery/mass-care
01/08/2022
Great news about Maine’s efforts to address climate change!
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report shows Maine on pace to meet goals , Maine DEP Media Release The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today released its Ninth Biennial Report on Progress Toward Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals, which provides a comprehensive analysis of Maine's greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by fuel source and economic sector. The report found that as of 2019, g...
18/07/2022
In Maine, we believe that people have a right to abortion. The Executive Order that Governor Janet Mills issued earlier this month will ensure that Maine people can exercise this right. It also prevents other states from interfering with our laws.
To learn more, go to https://www.mainepublic.org/health/2022-07-05/mills-signs-executive-order-blocking-maine-from-aiding-other-states-abortion-probes?fbclid=IwAR1GVzJ7fx8SxmKIn07S6115iqoZp0kuubxbxax551o_L77Z0D7SFAkbx_8
18/07/2022
As part of the West Falmouth Sewer Project, construction along Middle Road, previously scheduled to begin July 18, will now begin on Monday, July 25, starting at Lunt Road and ending at the Woods Road roundabout. The work will require the full closure of Middle Road, between Lunt and Bucknam Roads, beginning on Monday, July 25. Motorists will be detoured to Falmouth Road.
For more info, go here:
Middle Road Closed Beginning July 25 | Falmouth ME As part of the West Falmouth Sewer Project, construction along Middle Road, previously scheduled to begin July 18, will
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