- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/4/24
- 09/05/2024
- 101 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In its recent meeting, the Easthampton City Council approved several notable resolutions, including one advocating for the elimination of the MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts. The council also discussed the use of Community Preservation Act funds for removing invasive plant species and addressed concerns about public awareness of land conservation initiatives.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 8/27/24
- 08/28/2024
- 55 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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.