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'''Lewiston–Auburn''' ('''L–A''') are [[twin cities]] in [[Androscoggin County, Maine]], USA. Together, they have a population of 59,647 in a combined {{convert|101|sqmi|km2}}. The cities are commonly called "Cities of the Androscoggin," as they are seated along the banks of the [[Androscoggin River]] which separates them.<ref>http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=1050</ref> They share infrastructure and transportation, such as the [[Lewiston-Auburn CityLink]], the [[Lewiston and Auburn Railroad|Lewiston and Auburn Railroad Company]]<ref>[http://www.mainehistorystore.com/leandauraco.html THE LEWISTON AND AUBURN RAILROAD COMPANY 1872–2009 BY DOUGLAS HODGKIN] Maine History Store</ref> and the [[Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport]]. They also form the [[Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA|Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Statistical Area]], which encompasses Androscoggin County. The Lewiston–Auburn Economic Growth Council has been promoting the cities as one community for decades in its campaign to promote growth in industry and business. |
'''Lewiston–Auburn''' ('''L–A''') are [[twin cities]] in [[Androscoggin County, Maine]], USA. Together, they have a population of 59,647 in a combined {{convert|101|sqmi|km2}}. The cities are commonly called "Cities of the Androscoggin," as they are seated along the banks of the [[Androscoggin River]] which separates them.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.hmdb.org/marker.asp?marker=1050|title=Cities of the Androscoggin Historical Marker}}</ref> They share infrastructure and transportation, such as the [[Lewiston-Auburn CityLink]], the [[Lewiston and Auburn Railroad|Lewiston and Auburn Railroad Company]]<ref>[http://www.mainehistorystore.com/leandauraco.html THE LEWISTON AND AUBURN RAILROAD COMPANY 1872–2009 BY DOUGLAS HODGKIN] Maine History Store</ref> and the [[Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport]]. They also form the [[Lewiston-Auburn, ME MSA|Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Statistical Area]], which encompasses Androscoggin County. The Lewiston–Auburn Economic Growth Council has been promoting the cities as one community for decades in its campaign to promote growth in industry and business. |
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==French-Canadian heritage== |
==French-Canadian heritage== |
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For years, the idea of consolidating the cities into one has floated around. Proponents have cited budget savings and the already existing sense of community and unity that exists. In May 2013, city councilors from both cities discussed the possibility of merging through a new voter-approved charter. With most in support, they agreed to discuss further in detail at a later point.<ref>{{cite web|author1=Scott Taylor|title=Lewiston and Auburn city councils seriously consider merging|url=http://bangordailynews.com/2013/05/02/news/lewiston-auburn/lewiston-and-auburn-city-councils-seriously-consider-merging/|website=Bangor Daily News|accessdate=September 16, 2015|date=May 2, 2013}}</ref> |
For years, the idea of consolidating the cities into one has floated around. Proponents have cited budget savings and the already existing sense of community and unity that exists. In May 2013, city councilors from both cities discussed the possibility of merging through a new voter-approved charter. With most in support, they agreed to discuss further in detail at a later point.<ref>{{cite web|author1=Scott Taylor|title=Lewiston and Auburn city councils seriously consider merging|url=http://bangordailynews.com/2013/05/02/news/lewiston-auburn/lewiston-and-auburn-city-councils-seriously-consider-merging/|website=Bangor Daily News|accessdate=September 16, 2015|date=May 2, 2013}}</ref> |
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In 2017, a vote on merging the two cities appeared on city ballots. The measure was rejected by a wide margin.<ref>{{cite web|author1=Michael Shepherd|title=Voters in Lewiston and Auburn crush merger proposal|url=https://bangordailynews.com/2017/11/07/politics/lewiston-auburn-vote-on-whether-to-merge/}}</ref> |
In 2017, a vote on merging the two cities appeared on city ballots. The measure was rejected by a wide margin.<ref>{{cite web|author1=Michael Shepherd|title=Voters in Lewiston and Auburn crush merger proposal|date=November 8, 2017|url=https://bangordailynews.com/2017/11/07/politics/lewiston-auburn-vote-on-whether-to-merge/}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 15:35, 7 October 2021
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 Location of Auburn (dark blue) and Lewiston (light blue). |
Lewiston–Auburn (L–A) are twin cities in Androscoggin County, Maine, USA. Together, they have a population of 59,647 in a combined 101 square miles (260 km2). The cities are commonly called "Cities of the Androscoggin," as they are seated along the banks of the Androscoggin River which separates them.[1] They share infrastructure and transportation, such as the Lewiston-Auburn CityLink, the Lewiston and Auburn Railroad Company[2] and the Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport. They also form the Lewiston-Auburn Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses Androscoggin County. The Lewiston–Auburn Economic Growth Council has been promoting the cities as one community for decades in its campaign to promote growth in industry and business.
French-Canadian heritage
The twin cities have a long history of French-Canadian immigration, and still retain a very large percentage of citizens who identify as so. In the 2000 census, 19.4% of those five and older in the cities combined (more so on the Lewiston side of the river) said that they spoke French.[3][4]
Auburn
Auburn was incorporated in 1842, and has a population of 23,055.
Lewiston
Lewiston was incorporated in 1863, and has a population of 36,592.
Merging cities
For years, the idea of consolidating the cities into one has floated around. Proponents have cited budget savings and the already existing sense of community and unity that exists. In May 2013, city councilors from both cities discussed the possibility of merging through a new voter-approved charter. With most in support, they agreed to discuss further in detail at a later point.[5]
In 2017, a vote on merging the two cities appeared on city ballots. The measure was rejected by a wide margin.[6]
References
- ^ "Cities of the Androscoggin Historical Marker".
- ^ THE LEWISTON AND AUBURN RAILROAD COMPANY 1872–2009 BY DOUGLAS HODGKIN Maine History Store
- ^ MLA Language Map Data Center – Lewiston, Maine 2000
- ^ MLA Language Map Data Center – Auburn, Maine 2000
- ^ Scott Taylor (May 2, 2013). "Lewiston and Auburn city councils seriously consider merging". Bangor Daily News. Retrieved September 16, 2015.
- ^ Michael Shepherd (November 8, 2017). "Voters in Lewiston and Auburn crush merger proposal".
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