- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hatfield Select Board tackled a variety of issues, most notably approving the abatement of uncollected ambulance revenues and discussing the allocation of ARPA funds. The abatement amounted to $16,679.24, addressing bills that were uncollectible due to various limitations. Additionally, the board considered the spending of approximately $241,000 in ARPA funds by the end of the year, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the capital plan.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/7/24
- 05/07/2024
- 73 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Hatfield Select Board approved the issuance of a new bond anticipation note totaling $4,350,000, earmarked for important town projects including wastewater treatment plant upgrades and the acquisition of a fire department mini pump.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/6/24
- 05/06/2024
- 192 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hatfield School Committee meeting, budget concerns were addressed alongside discussions of social-emotional learning and policy updates on cell phone use in schools. The proposed budget for the upcoming year was set at $7,367,000 with the town’s portion at $6,122,216. The committee is facing a challenging financial landscape, with a 42% increase in the new bus contract and other rising costs impacting the budget. They outlined a need to cut $760,624, resulting in reduced flexibility and potential impacts on staffing and services, including the reduction of a guidance counselor and special education teacher at Smith Academy, and a shift in early education classrooms structure.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/2/24
- 05/02/2024
- 128 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hatfield Planning Board meeting on May 2nd, 2024, was dominated by discussions on proposed construction projects, including a new industrial building by Western Earthworks LLC, and a sizable indoor tennis and pickleball facility. The debates focused on the potential impacts of these developments on stormwater management, traffic, noise, and the surrounding residential neighborhoods.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 4/23/24
- 04/23/2024
- 159 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hatfield Select Board meeting covered various fiscal challenges facing the town, with a emphasis on education spending, including a requested $200,000 increase for Smith Vocational School and a $225,000 deficit in the Food Service budget. The meeting also paid tribute to two long-standing public servants and tackled infrastructure issues like rainwater drainage and the use of ARPA funds.