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- Hampden County
- 8/14/24
- 08/19/2024
- 73 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hampden Planning Board approved a six-month moratorium on the construction and operation of battery energy storage systems (BESS) due to concerns over safety, health, and environmental implications. The moratorium was deemed necessary to study and establish regulations needed to protect the town, especially considering the limitations of the local fire department in handling large-scale incidents related to battery storage.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 8/12/24
- 08/19/2024
- 54 Minutes
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Overview: The Hampden Board of Selectmen addressed several issues in their recent meeting, including the approval of specific dates for veterans’ turkey shoots, deliberations over a significant bridge replacement grant, and considerations involving a citizens’ petition and ongoing litigation.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 8/7/24
- 08/07/2024
- 11 Minutes
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Overview: The Hampden Board of Selectmen convened to address the possibility of appealing a recent Land Court decision in the Garby versus Hampden Self Storage case. After thorough discussion, the Board voted against filing an appeal, citing financial risks and the advice of their attorney.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 8/1/24
- 08/01/2024
- 33 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Hampden Board of Selectmen convened on October 1, 2024, to grapple with the potential appeal of a court ruling favoring U Garvey Self Storage LLC. The decision could impose financial burdens on the town, with a looming deadline adding urgency to their deliberations.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 7/29/24
- 07/30/2024
- 103 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hampden Board of Selectmen tackled the issue of the town’s senior center and its future, a topic that has seen previous rejections at town meetings and elections. The discussion centered around the necessity and cost of the project, with committee members emphasizing the need for a space to accommodate senior programs and services. Despite concerns over low voter turnout for a special town meeting and election, the committee argued for the urgency of addressing rising construction costs and the importance of proactive fundraising.
