October 31, 2007

Recap of the October 20th Four Towns Meeting

The Select Board invited representatives from Pelham, Leverett and Shutesbury to meet and share details about each town’s projected financial situation for FY09.

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The last house on Kendrick Park is being prepared for its November 27th move to Gray Street. Click photo for earlier article about Kendrick Park and other houses moved from there....

October 30, 2007

Town Meeting Central

Complete results for Fall 2007 Town Meeting. (Tally Vote Database updated 11/29; TM blog not yet updated for final session.)

Recap of the October 20th Four Boards Meeting

Members of the Select Board, School Committee and Library Trustees met with the Finance Committee to consider current budget issues and policies to guide future financial planning.

October 24, 2007

Experts to address economic development

UMass is sponsoring a panel discussion October 30th on economic development issues, in collaboration with Amherst and Hadley town officials.

October 20, 2007

Recap of the October 19th Select Board Meeting on Budget Priorities

The Select Board held a special meeting on Friday afternoon to discuss FY09 budget policy and priorities.

October 18, 2007

Recap of the October 15th Select Board Meeting

The Select Board considered its recommendations on warrant articles addressing property tax exemptions, fair trade, portable classrooms and zoning changes, among other business at Monday’s meeting.

October 16, 2007

Variations on a theme

The October 15th Select Board meeting keeps the topic of that body’s role front and center.

October 15, 2007

Ideas for open space and recreation wanted

Public input is needed as Amherst updates its Open Space and Recreation Plan. Two upcoming meetings will gather community comment.

October 05, 2007

Recap of the October 1st Select Board Meeting

The Select Board considered its own procedural issues and expectations on several topics, voted to support FY08 budget amendment recommendations, approved 1% COLAs for non-union employees, set the date for the annual election, and continued CPAC funding discussions, among other business at Monday’s meeting.

October 02, 2007

Art Walk Block Party Thursday, October 4th

Come downtown Thursday evening for gallery tours, street performers, and a wrap-up party at the Lord Jeff.
October 2007