Speak Up Greater Portland - GPCOG

08/28/2026

📣 Advocacy isn't separate from your mission—it's one of the most powerful ways to advance it.

This September, join us to hear real stories and practical lessons about building advocacy into organizational culture, strengthening partnerships, engaging boards, and finding confidence in your organization’s voice.

MANP Connects: Advocacy is Mission Work
Friday, September 18, from 9:00 - 9:45am
www.nonprofitmaine.org/events/manp-connects-sep-2026

✨ Special guests:
→ Belinda Ray, Speak Up Greater Portland - GPCOG
→ Heide Lester, EqualityMaine
→ Valerie Young, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

Thank you to our sponsors Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and the Onion Foundation for supporting this conversation.

08/18/2026

Want to help shape Maine's energy future? ⚡

This summer, Mainers from across the state will participate in workshops held by the Maine Department of Energy Resources to develop goals and strategies for affordable, reliable and clean energy in Maine's 2027 Energy Plan. The workshop in Portland will be tomorrow, August 19 at the USM Glickman Library from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Be sure to register at the link below!

Register for The Portland workshop here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maine-energy-plan-public-workshop-portland-tickets-1994017942343?aff=oddtdtcreator

Can't make it in-person? The remote (Zoom) workshop will be held September 10, 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Register for the remote workshop here: https://cbi-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/_3jEixL9Re-XAI094HGg0w #/registration

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Join us for an in-person workshop in Portland!

07/27/2026

The intersection of Commercial Street and Dana Street got a facelift yesterday! This mural is part of a GPCOG Safe Streets for All demonstration project in collaboration with the City of Portland, Maine, Bicycle Coalition of Maine, Neighborways design and Portland Downtown. Learn more about this and other Safe Streets for All projects in our region at www.visionzerogreaterportland.org

07/09/2026

06/30/2026

https://www.mainepublic.org/maine/2026-06-30/3-maine-municipalities-making-temporary-changes-to-busy-roadways-amid-pedestrian-safety-concerns

Nearly 30 people were killed or seriously injured in traffic crashes last year in the Greater Portland area. These low-cost, quick-build installations are designed to improve safety by slowing down motorists and improving the flow of traffic. Learn more at www.visionzerogreaterportland.org

Nearly 30 people were killed or seriously injured in traffic crashes last year in the Greater Portland area. The low-cost, quick-build installations are designed to slow down motorists and improve the flow of traffic.

06/18/2026

Today's episode of Maine Calling is now available online! 🎙️

Our Executive Director, Kristina Egan, joined the conversation about Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the role they can play in expanding housing options across Maine. The discussion explores the new Maine law for ADUs, the feasibility of ADU construction for homeowners, and how ADUs can contribute to addressing the state's housing challenges.

🎙️ Check out today's Maine Calling episode and share your thoughts!

The latest on the push to build Accessory Dwelling Units on homeowners' land in Maine

06/12/2026

Tell us your thoughts about road safety in Portland, S**o and Scarborough!
We're conducting a survey as part of the Safe Streets for All demonstration project, which is a collaboration between the Greater Portland Council of Governments and the cities of Portland, S**o and Scarborough. Each city will install temporary road safety improvements in one key area to test functionality and gather public feedback before permanent changes are considered. The key areas are:

📍 Portland: Commercial St from Dana St to Franklin St.
📍 S**o: Main St from Water St to Cutts Ave
📍 Scarborough: Rte 1 from Hannaford Dr to Little Dolphin Dr

These projects may include temporary traffic calming measures, pedestrian safety improvements, and roadway design adjustments meant to improve safety and accessibility for all users. We're gathering community sentiment about the existing conditions before the installations are put in place, so please take this survey before it closes on June 19.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts about what's working and what needs work in three key roadways in Portland, S**o and Scarborough.

06/04/2026

Share your thoughts today! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SS4A2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawSOmzNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZd3pGUjh5Mnd3MVhhanRKc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHm-jtcfmsK1JHh8RvNZNl0rParK7RBPo0VQdqb6wI4Yq5OfEhz-BtllJjaaU_aem_YWdncwDoHij_OieSVsJ99hm1Slq0&brid=YWdncwFH8v2rdJXufJTMqm99nQRK

Share your thoughts about road safety on Commercial Street!

We’re collaborating with Speak Up Greater Portland (Greater Portland Council of Governments, GPCOG) on another Safe Streets for All demonstration project. In Portland, the demonstration project will be located on Commercial St, from Dana St to Franklin St. 📍

This work is part of our Vision Zero efforts and includes the installation of temporary road safety improvements to test functionality and gather public feedback before permanent changes are considered. GPCOG is gathering community sentiment about the existing conditions before the installations are put in place, so please take the survey before it closes June 19!

Take the Pre Installation Survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SS4A2026

Learn more and share your thoughts at the Safe Streets Pop Up event coming up on Friday, June 5, 4-6PM at Bell Buoy Park (corner of Commercial St and Franklin St). 📆

05/21/2026

Tell us your thoughts about Main St. in S**o from Water St. to Cutts ave! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SS4A2026

The Safe Streets for All Demonstration Project is a temporary installation of roadway safety improvements to test functionality and gather public feedback before permanent changes are considered. The project may include temporary traffic calming measures, pedestrian safety improvements, and roadway design adjustments meant to improve safety and accessibility for all users. The City of S**o Government is working with the Greater Portland Council of Governments on this effort, and we'll be holding an informational booth on June 4 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. in front of Town Hall. This booth will provide information and an opportunity for community members to learn more about the project, ask questions, and share feedback on the proposed safety improvements. There is also a public survey about current road conditions that we are asking road users to submit before June 19.

05/15/2026

Have you been to one of your town’s community engagement events recently? They’re happening all the time and they’re a great way to get involved in your community!