- MA
- Hampshire County
- 10/3/24
- 10/04/2024
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Transportation Advisory Committee meeting on October 3rd addressed several issues, including communication challenges affecting school-related safety initiatives, ongoing infrastructure projects, and potential changes in traffic enforcement. Committee members focused on improving outreach for school safety programs and managing the complexities of multiple road projects and speed limit regulations throughout the town.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 10/3/24
- 10/04/2024
- 53 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Governance, Organization, and Legislation Committee convened to deliberate on the adoption of a legislative process guide intended to streamline local governance. The committee aimed to refine the guide to assist both councilors and residents in navigating legislative procedures while balancing council priorities and limited resources.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/26/24
- 09/27/2024
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Amherst Governance, Organization, and Legislation Committee, members debated the structure and reporting obligations of the newly formed Amherst Black Reparations Committee, ultimately deciding on the necessity of an annual written report to ensure accountability and transparency.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/26/24
- 09/27/2024
- 48 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, held remotely, concentrated primarily on reviewing the proposed 47-unit mixed-income rental housing project on Belter Town Road, examining its stormwater management plans, and discussing the need for additional laundry facilities. The board also looked ahead to future discussions on lighting, property management, and income restrictions, with a focus on the upcoming October 10 meeting.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/26/24
- 09/27/2024
- 97 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Amherst Town Council meeting centered on budgetary challenges, particularly the impending $2.5 million shortfall for regional schools, which could result in a substantial reduction in teaching staff. Discussions also highlighted the broader financial constraints facing the town, including limited revenue growth and the need for strategic financial planning to address essential services and infrastructure.