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- Hampden County
- 7/24/24
- 07/25/2024
- 14 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Hampden Planning Board meeting, the board voted to allow the withdrawal of a special permit application for a 4.92 megawatt agricultural ground-mounted solar facility by Glendale Road Development LLC without prejudice. The decision, following advice from Town Counsel, gives the applicant the possibility to resubmit the project at any time without having to wait for a two-year period. This move comes after the project was denied an order of conditions by the Conservation Commission, prompting the developers to reconsider their options, which may include revising the project, abandoning it, or filing appeals.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 7/17/24
- 07/18/2024
- 187 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hampden Conservation Commission did not pass a motion to accept a proposed solar farm project, highlighting concerns about its potential environmental impact, especially in relation to nearby wetlands. The discussion centered on the specifics of the solar farm, including the location of solar arrays and the construction of a road over wetlands, with members debating the adherence to state laws and regulations.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 7/1/24
- 07/01/2024
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hampden Board of Selectmen’s meeting brought forth issues concerning the community’s infrastructure and fiscal responsibility. The meeting’s primary focus was the debate over the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District maintenance costs and the reconsideration of the senior center building committee’s reorganization and cost reduction plans.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 6/25/24
- 07/02/2024
- 133 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hampden Conservation Commission’s recent meeting focused on a proposed solar project and its multifaceted impact on the environment, with particular attention on stormwater management, wildlife effect, and the potential encroachment on wetlands. The commission scrutinized the implications of the solar farm on local ecosystems, animal populations, and the landscape’s hydrology. Several technical and logistical issues were debated, including the design and orientation of solar panels, the construction of access roads, and the management of stormwater runoff and erosion control.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 6/24/24
- 06/24/2024
- 60 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hampden Board of Selectmen tackled a range of issues, from storm damage and fiscal concerns to school overcrowding and community engagement. The aftermath of a significant storm was a primary focus, with discussions on the town’s response, communication breakdowns, and financial repercussions. The board also grappled with the overcrowding at the middle school and the proposal to move the eighth grade to the high school.
