Hatfield Select Board Approves Contract for Center for Resilient Metro Regions Zoning Project

Overview: During the recent Hatfield Select Board meeting, the board approved a contract with the Center for Resilient Metro Regions to address local zoning challenges, while also navigating complex discussions around water and sewer rate adjustments, budget management, and community initiatives.

Hatfield Select Board Approves $16,960 Sewer Abatement After Burst Pipe Incident

Overview: In a decision at the Hatfield Select Board meeting on June 9th, 2026, the board approved a $16,960 sewer abatement for a property on Nolan Circle after a burst pipe incident. Other topics discussed included appointments to the Cultural Council, surplus equipment declarations by the Department of Public Works, and staffing updates for the fire and emergency medical services.

Hatfield Faces Critical Challenges in Fire and EMS Staffing, Plans for Sustainable Solutions

Overview: The Hatfield Select Board meeting addressed issues facing the town, focusing heavily on the future of fire and emergency medical services (EMS) amidst impending leadership departures and staffing challenges. With Chief Robert Flity’s departure looming, the board explored sustainable options to ensure continued service to the community, including regionalization and interim leadership solutions. The meeting also featured a commendation for a heroic student, upcoming community events, and plans for infrastructure improvements.

Hatfield Select Board Tackles Affordable Housing and Budget Surplus in Recent Meeting

Overview: The Hatfield Select Board meeting focused on developments in affordable housing, alongside an unexpected budget surplus. The board discussed a proposed affordable housing project on Elm Street, which aims to address the town’s housing deficit, and a budget turnaround resulting in an $84,000 surplus after initial concerns of a $565,000 deficit.

Hatfield Select Board Faces Ambulance Service Funding Crisis Amid Budget Deliberations

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Hatfield Select Board, critical deliberations unfolded regarding the town’s budget, with a particular focus on the financial sustainability of its ambulance service. As the board navigated various fiscal challenges, members expressed concerns about the impact of proposed budget reallocations on emergency services, highlighting the precarious nature of the town’s current financial position.