MA Gov Body
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- Hampshire County
- 4/17/25
- 04/18/2025
- 87 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Amherst Library Board of Trustees meeting focused on issues surrounding the library’s physical infrastructure, ongoing renovation plans, and administrative protocols. Key discussions included addressing severe mold problems following atrium leaks, reviewing a bid protest related to historic preservation, and clarifying policies on the library director’s involvement in legal matters.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/27/25
- 01/30/2025
- 140 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Amherst Library Board of Trustees meeting was dominated by discussions about the renovation and expansion of the Jones Library, a project that has been contentious due to its potential impact on historical preservation amidst modern functionality demands. The meeting, held remotely due to legislative requirements, saw participation from various stakeholders, including members of the Massachusetts Historic Commission and the public, who expressed their views on the library’s future.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 12/20/24
- 12/23/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Library Board of Trustees meeting centered around a financial contribution from the Woodbury fund for the Jones Library renovation, updates on the building project, the importance of community engagement, and expressions of gratitude for library staff. The meeting also highlighted ongoing efforts in library programming and governance.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 11/19/24
- 11/22/2024
- 54 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Amherst Library Board of Trustees meeting, discussions focused on the ongoing library renovation project, the Section 106 review process, and various financial concerns.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/28/24
- 05/29/2024
- 82 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Amherst Library Board of Trustees grappled with the financial and design challenges of the library building project. The discussions centered on exploring various cost-saving measures, reviewing potential redesign fees, and considering the environmental sustainability of construction materials and methods.
