School District Hires Finance Director
The Portland Public Schools has hired Richard W. Paulson, Jr. as director of finance and operations. Paulson, a municipal leader and former Portland mayor, brings more than 25 years of experience as a financial controller and Portland business owner.
Paulson served on the Portland City Council from 1991 to 1997. He acted as a liaison between the downtown businesses and the City Council to develop the initial Downtown Improvement program. He also chaired the Portland Jetport Expansion Committee in 1993 and served as vice-chair of the Merrill Auditorium Renovation Committee.
The Portland School Committee approved Paulson’s appointment on September 21. He replaces Randy Stewart, who has moved to a position as business director for School Administrative District 35.
