- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/28/24
- 03/29/2024
- 129 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Planning Board recently convened to address the town’s pressing fiscal and planning issues, with discussions on the financial planning for future projects and the allocation of funds for vital infrastructure needs. The board grappled with various challenges, including the renovation of Civil War tablets, the demolition of the Hickory Ridge Golf Course clubhouse, and the urgent repair of the dam and dyke at Puffer’s Pond.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/28/24
- 03/29/2024
- 133 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a move for local development, the Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals recently approved a series of special permit applications for the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and structures within the flood-prone Conservancy District.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/28/24
- 03/29/2024
- 28 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Board of Licensing recently convened to address a variety of issues, with updates on marijuana regulation and the sale of hemp-derived products taking center stage. The meeting covered routine license approvals and renewals, as well as discussions about potential changes to local bylaws in response to state regulations. The board engaged in a debate regarding the involvement of establishments in reporting the sale of hemp-derived products and considered inviting business owners to an upcoming meeting to clarify any concerns.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/28/24
- 03/29/2024
- 127 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Town Services and Outreach Committee recently convened to discuss several issues, with the focal point being the proposed traffic calming measures on Heatherstone Road. The meeting also covered potential neighborhood speed limit changes, road and sidewalk improvements on Belchertown Road, updates on the organics collection program, and the transition to a single stream recycling system.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/27/24
- 03/28/2024
- 201 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Town Council recently convened to address a variety of issues facing the community, most notably the challenges of managing hate speech and disruptions during public meetings. The council debated approaches to balancing the enforcement of civility with the protection of First Amendment rights.