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- 10/10/24
- 10/17/2024
- 46 Minutes
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Overview: The Southwick Board of Health convened on October 10, 2024, to discuss important changes to local tobacco regulations and to consider adjustments to the fee schedule for health permits. The meeting addressed updates, including aligning local tobacco control regulations with state laws and discussing potential changes to the fee structure for mobile food units and other health permits.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 10/9/24
- 10/10/2024
- 95 Minutes
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Overview: The East Longmeadow School Committee meeting focused on developments for a new school construction project, including the scheduling of a groundbreaking ceremony, budgetary updates, and considerations for a new LED message board. Discussions also touched on furniture and equipment needs for the school, as well as potential energy solutions.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 10/9/24
- 10/11/2024
- 86 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent meeting of the Southwick High Speed Internet Committee, members grappled with the financial feasibility of their ambitious project, considering a potential $15 million borrowing plan. Concerns dominated the discussion, particularly around whether town residents would approve such borrowing and the project’s financial viability amidst rising construction costs. The committee identified the unpredictability of the “make ready” phase, which involves preparing utility poles for fiber installation, as a financial risk factor. This phase might take up to two and a half years, potentially delaying infrastructure development and increasing costs.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 10/9/24
- 10/10/2024
- 23 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent Hampden Planning Board meeting, members approved a special permit for a self-storage facility on Summers Road, contingent on 21 specific conditions. The board also discussed the development of bylaws for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) amid changing state regulations.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 10/9/24
- 10/09/2024
- 39 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Longmeadow School Committee focused on the Middle School project, evaluating progress and planning strategic steps for the next phases. The committee is particularly considering the timing of a town vote to expedite groundwork activities, potentially scheduling a special town meeting in September to facilitate earlier project commencement.
