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- Hampshire County
- 8/27/24
- 08/28/2024
- 55 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton School Committee meeting addressed a range of topics, with the most notable being the approval of a new cell phone policy for East Hampton High School (EHS), alongside discussions on various handbook updates, financial reports, and the acquisition of environmentally friendly vehicles.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 8/7/24
- 08/08/2024
- 112 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton City Council meeting on August 7 focused on several topics, including the approval of ranked choice voting for future city elections, the swearing-in of new firefighters funded by a federal grant, and the establishment of a new sustainability coordinator position.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 7/15/24
- 07/16/2024
- 42 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton City Council tackled urgent fiscal challenges as they addressed end-of-year budget transfers and appropriation requests during a special meeting. The council discussed an interdepartmental transfer of $128,800 and approved additional appropriation requests totaling $35,000 to cover unforeseen overtime costs and other budgetary shortfalls. The need for better budget tracking and proactive management was emphasized throughout the meeting, with officials acknowledging past issues and pledging improved transparency and monitoring going forward.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 7/9/24
- 07/09/2024
- 20 Minutes
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Overview: The Easthampton School Committee recently convened to discuss and ultimately approve the contract extension and compensation adjustment for Interim Superintendent Marissa Baretta. The unanimous decision extends her contract through June 30, 2025, and includes a 2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) as well as a 2% increase in the superintendent’s travel stipend.
- MA
- 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.
