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Jeff Harmon
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Lifelong Mainah. Mayor of Auburn, ME. Retired Deputy Chief, Maine State Police. Husband, dad, hiker and trail runner with my chocolate lab Molly.
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Neighbors helping neighbors. ❤️ On Election Day (Nov. 4, 7AM–8PM), bring a non-perishable food item to any Auburn polling place! Donation boxes placed by 3 local food pantries will support local families in need.

📍 Wards 1–2: 48 Pettengill Park Rd
📍 Wards 3–4: 60 Court St
📍 Ward 5: 43 Second St
October 31, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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The Mayor’s Ad Hoc Committee on Housing held its first meeting on 2/8/24 and has since been working to develop a report that will guide the city’s future housing planning efforts across all housing types. The link below is the result of the committee's hard work & dedication.

auburn.hralabs.com
August 12, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Kids eat free this summer! Join the Auburn School Department this summer (at the locations, days & times listed below) for free meals when school is out! Breakfast & lunch will be provided at no cost to all children 18 and under. 💚🍉🍒🍓🥪
June 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Over 1,000 at the No Kings Rally in Auburn today. Let's stand-up for the rule of law, due process, separation of powers, and truth.
June 14, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Great report published by the Gorman Foundation today examining the transportation challenges of Maine families. www.jtgfoundation.org/2025/04/new-...
New Report: Addressing the Transportation Challenges of Maine Families
Access to reliable transportation is vital in connecting families to work, childcare, education, and other services they need to thrive – especially in a rural state like Maine. Yet an estimated 40…
www.jtgfoundation.org
May 2, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Op-ed by Mayor Mark Dion and I supporting LD 30 which would authorize the use of an unused rail corridor to create a multi use trail between Portland and Auburn. www.sunjournal.com?p=11066915&u...
An unused rail corridor can become a trail to Maine’s future | Opinion
The proposed Casco Bay Trail is a generational opportunity to create a natural asset that should really matter to all of us.
www.sunjournal.com
May 2, 2025 at 3:02 PM
This is a great community event. Come by for some great music, food, and beverages!
Join the City of Auburn on May 17th from 1 to 6PM for LIVE country music, delicious craft brews & cocktails, a traditional shore dinner, and some of Maine's BEST food trucks. Admission is free. Don't miss the 2025 Auburn Lobster Festival, presented by Emerson Toyota!
May 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The city council has completed their FY26 budget workshops. The public hearing and first reading is May 5th.
Auburn's FY26 proposed budget is scheduled for public hearing/first reading at the City Council meeting scheduled for May 5, at 7:00PM in Council Chambers. The public is welcome to comment. The second reading is scheduled for May 19.

Auburn's budget documents: www.auburnmaine.gov/pages/govern...
May 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Maine Mayors Coalition day at the Maine Legislature this week. Great opportunity for the mayors to talk with legislators and the governor about issues that are important to our cities.
May 2, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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The Maine Fire Chiefs’ Association has named Chief Robert L. Chase of the Auburn Fire Department as the 2024 Maine Fire Chief of the Year! This prestigious recognition honors his extraordinary leadership, contributions to firefighter health & wellness, and dedication to service.
March 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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The City of Auburn is in the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan. This initiative is designed to shape the future of our incredible community, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

The updated plan will be the long-term vision and road map that will guide
City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan
City of Auburn Comprehensive Plan
tinyurl.com
April 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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The Auburn Recreation Department is very proud to present their Spring-Summer Recreation Guide! There is something here for everyone - take a look and sign up today.

www.auburnmaine.gov/CMSContent/R...
March 21, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Join the engineering team to review the results of the recent Washington Street traffic analysis & explore different scenarios for the improved corridor.

This is a Zoom webinar. Registration is required:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Learn more about this initiative: www.littleandrogateway.com
March 12, 2025 at 1:38 PM
I hope you will be able to join me and provide your input on the budget.
Join Auburn Mayor Jeffrey Harmon for a town hall-style discussion on Auburn's FY26 budget. There are 2 opportunities to connect with the mayor to learn about budget highlights, ask questions & share feedback. 3/27 at 6PM at Auburn Hall & 3/29 at 2PM at Auburn Public Library.
March 13, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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Yesterday evening, the City of Auburn and its Sustainability & Natural Resources Management Board (SNRB) hosted a "Sustainability Initiatives" meeting at Edward Little High School to showcase initiatives that are already in place in our city and discuss about future efforts and potential projects. 🌿
February 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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How can Maine solve homelessness in a comprehensive way? Join us on March 13, 6pm (doors open 5:30), at USM Portland's Hannaford Hall for a FREE screening of a powerful new feature documentary, BEYOND THE BRIDGE: A Solution to Homelessness. Please RSVP: beyondthebridgemaine.eventbrite.co.uk
February 24, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Concerned about homelessness in Maine? Join us for this important event on March 13th.
February 24, 2025 at 9:27 PM
In a world with people like Laurel Libby be like Lauren Bodwell.

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February 23, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Thank you Gov. Janet Mills for standing up for the rule of law, one of the foundations of our democracy.
February 22, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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Podcast Thursday is back! #AbsolutelyAuburn has a new episode focused on winter storms, salt and sand. Tune in wherever you like to get your podcasts or visit: absolutelyauburn.buzzsprout.com
February 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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It’s Valentine’s Day and we are IN LOVE with this incredible Lego version of Auburn Hall!! ❤

This impeccably built replica was created by our friend Jack Wiseman from Mechanic Falls. He tells us that “Lego Auburn Hall” is easily one of the biggest Lego projects he has ever built. It took over
February 14, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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February is Black History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the achievements of African Americans throughout history, highlight their significant contributions to society, acknowledge the struggles they faced, and foster a deeper appreciation for Black culture and resilience.

#BlackHistoryMonth
February 9, 2025 at 2:40 AM
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President Trump’s tariffs will have devastating consequences for Mainers and our economy, driving up costs for working families and destabilizing key industries that our state relies on.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Trump launches trade war against Canada with a 25% tariff on most goods | CBC News
President Donald Trump launched a trade war against Canada on Saturday by imposing a 25 per cent tariff on virtually all goods from the U.S.'s neighbour — an unprecedented strike against a longstandin...
www.cbc.ca
February 1, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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“Let’s be crystal clear about what’s happening: A private citizen with zero Constitutional authority is effectively seizing control of critical government functions.”
Elon’s Twitter Destruction Playbook Hits The US Government, And It’s Even More Dangerous
Remember how Elon Musk destroyed Twitter by ripping apart its infrastructure without understanding it? Now imagine that same playbook applied to the federal government. It’s happening, and th…
www.techdirt.com
February 2, 2025 at 12:32 PM
The 25% tariffs are going to hurt low to moderate income Maine residents when Canada responds and already high energy prices increase.
February 1, 2025 at 4:51 PM