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- Hampden County
- 5/12/25
- 05/12/2025
- 175 Minutes
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Overview: During a recent meeting of the Hampden Board of Selectmen, the members approved a $8.3 million expansion and renovation of the town’s fire station. The decision, which requires a two-thirds majority vote and must pass a special election, aims to address the station’s current deficiencies, including safety and compliance issues. The station, built in 1964, is deemed inadequate for modern fire apparatus and lacks proper facilities for decontamination, which poses health risks to firefighters. The proposed expansion includes a 5,000-square-foot addition, a new training area, and improved administrative offices.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 5/5/25
- 05/06/2025
- 83 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Hampden Board of Selectmen meeting delved into issues impacting the community, focusing on budgetary concerns for the police department and challenges in the water district. The meeting also addressed a proposed community event, emphasizing the need for strategic planning and community engagement.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 5/1/25
- 05/01/2025
- 41 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Hampden Board of Selectmen, discussions focused on the financial challenges posed by upcoming projects, including the senior center improvements and the new fire station. Concerns were raised about how these projects would impact the town’s budget and tax rates, as well as strategies for community engagement and communication.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/30/25
- 05/01/2025
- 60 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Hampden Planning Board meeting focused on discussions surrounding the amendments to bylaws related to solar photovoltaic installations and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Members debated the intricacies of setback requirements, the integration of state law definitions, and the procedural steps necessary to present these amendments at the upcoming town meeting.
- MA
- Hampden County
- 4/28/25
- 04/29/2025
- 120 Minutes
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Overview: In a meeting that covered multiple layers of Hampden’s future planning and fiscal responsibilities, the Board of Selectmen approved the town’s master plan, a project that spanned 15 months and was completed under budget. This master plan, aimed at enhancing the quality of life and ensuring balanced growth, will serve as a important tool for future development and grant applications. Alongside this, the board grappled with budgetary challenges, including equipment needs and infrastructure improvements, highlighting the necessity for prudent financial management in the upcoming fiscal year.
