- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/5/24
- 06/06/2024
- 248 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Easthampton City Council meeting, significant time was devoted to the discussion around the establishment of an account to receive funds from opioid lawsuit settlements. The debate centered on how to allocate and oversee these funds, with council members expressing various concerns about transparency and public involvement in the decision-making process. In addition to the opioid settlement discussions, the meeting also covered a range of topics including the city’s budget and appropriations, the impact of rental increases on local artists, and the commendation of students by the “We the People” team.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/15/24
- 05/16/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move aimed at alleviating some of the tax burden for Easthampton residents, the City Council approved a appropriation of $600,000 to the tax rate stabilization fund during a recent meeting. This financial decision was part of a larger council focus on managing city expenses and ensuring efficient operation of city services. Additional points of interest included discussions on substantial appropriations across various departments, the establishment of an opioid settlement account, and the support for local infrastructure improvements.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/1/24
- 05/02/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Easthampton City Council meeting, notable topics included a debate on the Pledge of Allegiance and the recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month. The discussion encompassed the historical origins of the Pledge, its implications for certain individuals, and the potential benefits of integrating a moment of silence. Despite the differing opinions, the council voted to add a moment of silence, although the duration was a point of contention with a 10-second proposal failing and a motion for up to a minute passing.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 4/17/24
- 04/18/2024
- 123 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Easthampton City Council meeting, the most development was the approval of electronic message centers (EMCs) in the city’s downtown and highway business districts. This decision came after thorough discussions regarding the EMCs’ brightness and potential impact on people with neurodiversity issues or epilepsy. Moreover, the council addressed citizens’ concerns about public participation in city matters and the upcoming fiscal year 2025 budget.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 4/3/24
- 04/04/2024
- 132 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Easthampton City Council recently convened to address issues, most notably passing a resolution that calls for a ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Two-thirds of the public commentary supported the ceasefire resolution, which implores an immediate and permanent cessation of hostilities, provision of humanitarian aid, release of hostages and detainees, and an end to unconditional US aid to Israel. They also voted in favor of the Cherish Act.