Governor Baldacci Ceremonially Signs Legislation to Include Falmouth in the Portland Transit District

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Governor Baldacci Ceremonially Signs Legislation to Include Falmouth in the Portland Transit District

Governor John E. Baldacci today ceremonially signed LD 452, An Act To Include the Town of Falmouth as a Member of the Greater Portland Transit District.

The law enables the Town of Falmouth to become a full member of the Greater Portland Transit District. It also defines the Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation System as the organization for the Portland region to improve the coordination of transportation planning and investment decisions by State, municipal and public transportation organizations.

"This law recognizes that public transportation is a growing option in our communities, and we want to make public transportation an attractive option for as many people as possible," Governor Baldacci said. "While gas prices remain lower than last summer, we know they could spike at any time and we've seen prices increase quickly just within the last weeks. Maine and the nation must aggressively pursue alternative energy and transportation modes to reduce our dependency on foreign oil."

The legislation was sponsored by Rep. Mary Nelson (D-Falmouth) and passed without opposition as emergency legislation, meaning it took effect immediately with the Governor's signature.

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