Hampden Planning Board Reviews Stormwater Plan Amidst Common Driveway Project Approval

Overview: The Hampden Planning Board meeting was highlighted by an extensive examination of a stormwater management plan linked to a proposed common driveway project on Highland Circle. This was part of an ongoing review of Graham Construction’s application for a special permit, which aimed to provide access to three adjoining lots through a shared driveway. The meeting also touched on other development proposals, including a home-based nursing agency and a potential tiny cabin business.

Hampden Conservation Commission Delays Decision on Solar Project Fence Location

Overview: The Hampden Conservation Commission convened to address several issues, the most notable being the retroactive approval request for a fence relocation at a solar plus battery storage project on the town’s landfill. The meeting also covered a violation notice related to unauthorized clearing activities and the extension of orders of conditions for a local property, among other topics.

Hampden Board of Selectmen Grapple with Fire Station Plans and Senior Center Upgrades

Overview: At the February 4, 2025, meeting of the Hampden Board of Selectmen, discussions focused on pressing community infrastructure projects, including preliminary plans for a new fire station and urgent maintenance needs at the senior center. The meeting, which took place in the Townhouse Auditorium with some members participating remotely, covered a range of topics pivotal to the town’s development and service improvement efforts.

Hampden Board of Selectmen Debates Veteran Tax Exemptions Amidst Infrastructure Challenges

Overview: In a detailed meeting of the Hampden Board of Selectmen, the primary focus was on potential changes to veteran property tax exemptions following the Euro Act of 2024, alongside discussions about significant infrastructure projects, including the Main Street Bridge and stormwater management initiatives. The board deliberated on various clauses affecting veteran tax exemptions, weighing their financial impact on the town against the benefits provided to veterans and surviving families. Concurrently, infrastructure updates and conservation issues were addressed, highlighting the town’s approach to community planning and sustainability.

Hampden Board of Selectmen Eyes Solar Revenue to Offset Landfill Closure Costs

Overview: The recent meeting of the Hampden Board of Selectmen focused on several community issues, notably the anticipated financial boost from a solar energy project at the town’s transfer station. The meeting, held both in-person and via video conferencing, saw the board addressing various administrative and logistical concerns, with a particular emphasis on potential revenue streams and infrastructure updates.