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- Hampshire County
- 6/25/24
- 06/26/2024
- 233 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton City Council recently convened to discuss a range of topics, with the adoption of a specialized energy code being a primary focus. This code is designed to regulate building design and construction for better energy use and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Slated to go into effect from January 1, 2025, the new regulations will specifically target new residential and commercial structures, including pre-wiring for electrification, solar installation requirements, and adherence to passive house standards for certain types of buildings.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/24/24
- 06/24/2024
- 49 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton City Council recently held a public hearing on the Municipal Aggregation Program, a notable move towards potentially providing residents and businesses with alternative electricity supply options that emphasize competitive rates and clean energy sources. The program, presented by consultants from Good Energy, aims to offer different product offerings that include varying levels of renewable energy, with the local utility company, Eversource, continuing to manage delivery services.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/11/24
- 06/12/2024
- 71 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton School Committee’s latest meeting was marked by the announcement of Mountain View School being awarded the LEED V4 gold certification for its achievements in energy efficiency and sustainability. This recognition places Mountain View at the forefront of environmentally responsible school facilities. Among other discussed topics, the summer food service program at Mountain View School and the review of several school policies were points of interest.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/5/24
- 06/06/2024
- 248 Minutes
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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
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 45 Minutes
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Overview: At the latest Easthampton School Committee meeting, members voted to further explore the possibility of resurrecting the French Exchange program at Easthampton High School. This potential revival, alongside the superintendent’s detailed end-of-year schedule and the presentation of her performance goals, marked the highlights of the assembly.
