- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 107 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Southampton Select Board meeting, members tackled pressing financial oversight issues, including the town’s net pension liability, net OPAB liability, and reconciliation problems with cash and receivables. The discussion of the town’s audit report for fiscal year 2022 revolved around the financial liabilities and the need for better oversight and compliance with audit requirements. Concerns were raised over the town’s financial management, specifically its capacity to respond to federal audits, the reconciliation of water expenses, and the necessity for detailed explanations for budget transfers.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/11/24
- 06/12/2024
- 35 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Select Board convened on June 11th, 2024, to address issues including the prospective acquisition of the Garfinkel property and adjustments to the transfer station fee structure. During the meeting, the board authorized the signing of a deed for the land purchase and engaged in discussions on the impact of transfer station fees on the town’s budget.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 6/4/24
- 06/05/2024
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Select Board has set the stage for a special town vote on June 25th, where residents will decide on acquiring a property off College Highway for municipal use. The vote is a step toward potentially developing a public safety complex, a senior center, affordable housing, and park fields. The board members, in their recent meeting, focused on ensuring that the community is well-informed about the upcoming vote and the projects it may bring.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/23/24
- 05/24/2024
- 166 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a notable move during their latest meeting, the Southampton Select Board voted to endorse a resolution supporting paint stewardship legislation. The vote, which passed with a 4 to 1 majority, came following an informative presentation by Tom Irwin, a retired chemical engineer and primary care physician, who outlined the benefits and successes of similar programs in other states.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 5/15/24
- 05/16/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Planning Board recently convened to deliberate over developments concerning the town’s sewer system, with particular focus on its upgrade and expansion to support potential developments, including high-density affordable housing and commercial properties.