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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.

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OpposedPaul CarusoOct 19, 2026

A state computer programmer urged the council to regulate data centers completely out of Portland, criticizing the human and ethical costs of generative AI.

City Council - Oct 19, 2026 · 23:35 →
MixedSteven ScharfJun 15, 2026

Spoke four times: said the school department controls the 28 Portland Street building and it should be demolished; questioned total Riverton bond costs; supported the Brighton project but questioned hiring a consultant when a plan exists; opposed the data center ban.

City Council - Jun 15, 2026 · 53:06 →