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- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/24/25
- 07/01/2025
- 71 Minutes
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Overview: The Hatfield Select Board’s recent meeting primarily addressed issues surrounding the Five and Ten construction project, with residents voicing their dissatisfaction over incomplete and substandard work. In addition to this focal topic, the meeting also covered budget management and strategic planning, including discussions on infrastructure projects and the integration of digital processes in town operations.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/10/25
- 06/10/2025
- 12 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hatfield Select Board reached a consensus to begin contract negotiations with Marlo Warner as the town’s new Director of Public Works. The decision followed a thorough discussion of the candidates and their qualifications, emphasizing the need for strong management skills, budgeting, and grant writing experience.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/10/25
- 06/10/2025
- 105 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: During the recent Hatfield Select Board meeting, the focus centered on the Department of Public Works (DPW), addressing issues like personnel changes and financial management. A topic was the interviews for the new DPW Director, which highlighted the complexities of managing infrastructure in Hatfield and the need for strategic leadership amidst staffing changes. The board also discussed budgetary adjustments, particularly the increase in water meter reading fees and the implications of federal funding cutbacks on ongoing projects.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/27/25
- 05/27/2025
- 40 Minutes
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Overview: The Hatfield Select Board meeting focused on establishing clear guidelines for brush disposal at the Department of Public Works (DPW), revising surplus property procedures, and discussing upcoming public interviews for DPW positions. These topics were addressed alongside decisions on future meetings and organizational matters.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/7/25
- 05/07/2025
- 106 Minutes
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Overview: The Hatfield Planning Board meeting on May 7, 2025, revolved around a range of issues, with focus on a proposed doggy daycare, zoning changes, and stormwater management compliance. The board evaluated the proposal for a doggy daycare on West Street, where Tara Baldi, alongside Brian Gotley and Erna Lopez, outlined plans for a facility accommodating 10 to 20 dogs. The proposal included operational details such as the presence of two employees at all times and scheduled outdoor shifts for the dogs. The board examined zoning requirements, emphasizing the need for a special permit and a layout sketch, considering potential noise management concerns. Doug Finn raised traffic management concerns due to the site’s location near a busy intersection. The board expressed cautious optimism, highlighting the need for a plan and clear communication with applicants as they prepare for the special permit hearing.
