11 Facts About Justin Alfond

Justin Loring Alfond was born on January 8,1975 and is an American politician and real estate developer.

Justin Alfond served as a Democratic State Senator from the 8th District, which represents much of Portland.

Justin Alfond is the son of Joan and Bill Justin Alfond.

Justin Alfond is the grandson of businessman Harold Alfond, the founder of the Dexter Shoe Company.

Justin Alfond's father worked for the family business, Dexter Shoes, as the director of the company's golf and bowling shoe division; and served as a trustee of the Governor Dummer Academy.

Justin Alfond attended schools in Waterville and Dexter prior to attending Noble and Greenough School in Dedham, Massachusetts.

Justin Alfond then attended Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, and majored in business management.

On November 21,2013, Justin Alfond voted against allowing a bill submitted by Rep.

Disappointment was expressed over the vote since Justin Alfond represents Portland, a city that only weeks prior voted overwhelmingly in favor of legalizing possession of up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana for adults over 21.

On December 18,2013, Justin Alfond announced that he submitted emergency legislation to attempt to help resolve a lease dispute between the Portland Pirates and the Cumberland County Civic Center by allowing the team to receive a share of alcohol revenue, which was illegal under Maine law but the Pirates had originally sought.

Justin Alfond serves on the boards of many organizations, including Avesta Housing, Opportunity Maine, Maine Initiatives, Kennebec Valley Community College, the New England Board of Higher Education and the New England Secondary School Consortium.