City officials in Lewiston warn that further budget cuts could lead to personnel reductions. The proposed municipal budget increase has been reduced to 6.6%. Some city councilors advocate for even deeper cuts to the budget. City Administrator Bryan Kaenrath stated significant layoffs would result from further reductions. Councilors are debating options to avoid job losses while reducing expenses.
Lewiston, Maine
https://www.sunjournal.com/2026/04/10/lewiston-budget-cutting-it-close-to-layoffs/