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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're 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're 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. |
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Lewiston was incorporated in 1863 and has a population of 36,592. |
Lewiston was incorporated in 1863 and has a population of 36,592. |
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Revision as of 04:23, 3 May 2013
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're 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.
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.[3]
References
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