Easthampton public meetings in 2021

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee will meet remotely to address ongoing business items. The agenda includes discussions regarding cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring, WinterFest, and 501C3 status.

• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring discussion
• Discussion of 501C3 status
• WinterFest update

Contributory Retirement Board

The Easthampton Retirement Board will discuss the COVID-19 surge and upcoming election procedures. The agenda includes approving retirement intents, member transfers, and deduction withdrawals. The board will also review November trial balances and Warrant #12.

• Intent to retire: Ann Marie Levy (4/21/2022) and Brian Geraghty (1/5/2022)
• Approval of deduction transfers for Joseph Friedrichs and Joseph Meczywor
• Approval of new members Daryl Brosseau and Amy Winnie
• Review of Audit-PERAC 2015-2018 and MEDEX
• Approval of Warrant #12

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to review and sign several administrative applications and warrants. This includes processing motor vehicle abatement applications and real estate exemptions. The board will also review liens related to real estate, personal property, and water and sewer services.

• Review and signing of Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications
• Review and signing of Real Estate Exemptions
• Review and signing of Real Estate, Personal Property, Water & Sewer Liens
• Review and signing of I&E Warrants

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will hear remarks from Mayor Nicole LaChapelle regarding the committee's future and new appointment plans. The committee will also consider a statement regarding the MAP gallery exhibit for Native American Heritage Month.

• Mayor's vision for the CRC
• "Undoing Racism" training plans
• Plan for new committee appointments
• Statement regarding MAP gallery exhibit
• CRC participation in WinterFest

City Council - Finance Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items only. The committee will approve the minutes from the December 14 meeting and adjourn for the 2020-2021 term.

• Approval of December 14 meeting minutes
• Adjournment of the 2020-2021 Committee

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will discuss the potential future of the center's building at Manchester Hardware. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 precautions and the Senior Tax Work-Off Program.

• Acceptance of ECOA Financial Report
• Discussion regarding potential building future at Manchester Hardware
• Updates on Covid precautions and vaccination discussions
• Continuation of Senior Tax Work-Off Program

Development & Industrial Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from October and November. The agenda includes Planning Department updates on Wayfinding, LRRP, and the Smart Growth Overlay District proposal. Members will also discuss 2022 ideas regarding public education on water and sewer infrastructure.

• Approval of October and November meeting minutes
• Planning Department updates on Wayfinding, LRRP, and Smart Growth Overlay District proposal
• Discussion of BPW public education regarding water/sewer infrastructure needs and rates

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will meet to discuss grantee and liaison contact. The council is also scheduled to vote on submitted proposals and discuss outreach for new grantees.

• Vote on submitted proposals
• Grantee/liaison contact
• New grantee outreach

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee will discuss a rezoning request for 7 Groveland Street and amendments to the city holiday ordinance regarding Juneteenth. The committee will also review the Vacant Storefront Ordinance and affordable housing zoning amendments.

• Re-zoning request for 7 Groveland Street from R-15 to HB
• Juneteenth resolution and related amendments to city holiday ordinance
• Ordinance Review Committee’s final report review
• Vacant Storefront Ordinance
• Affordable housing zoning amendments in Smart Growth District and Planned Res. Developments

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings. No substantive new business is listed on this agenda. The meeting is scheduled to be held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approval of minutes not previously approved

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee is scheduled to consider the approval of minutes that have not been previously approved.

• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Community Preservation Act Committee

The committee will hold hearings on applications for a skate park design and a temporary outdoor skating rink at Daley Field. Members will also discuss a historic preservation deed restriction for the Emily Williston Library. Administrative business includes reviewing account balances and approving minutes from November 18, 2021.

• Temporary outdoor skating rink application at Daley Field
• Skate Park Design application
• Emily Williston Library historic preservation deed restriction
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee scheduled a remote meeting for December 15, 2021. The agenda is limited to a single item regarding a WinterFest Workshop.

• WinterFest Workshop

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will review minutes from October and November 2021. The meeting includes discussions on a proposed 10% late fee for renewal applications starting in 2022. The board will also consider car dealership licensing and special one-day permits.

• Proposed 10% late fee for all renewal applications received late beginning in 2022
• Class II Car Dealership License application for ESP Auto
• Special one-day permit request from River Valley Co-op for a community bonfire event
• License renewals for Sunset Motors and Ison’s Auto Repair
• Guidance on Pleasant Variety & Package regarding landlord building/fire non-compliance

City Council

The Easthampton City Council will hold public hearings on utility pole locations for Ballard Street and Park Street. The council will also consider several fund transfers, including $255,576 for HVAC and electrical upgrades and $150,000 for Union Street project easements. Additionally, the agenda includes requests for water meter purchases and sewer infrastructure work.

• Eversource pole installation request for Ballard Street and Park Street
• $255,576 CPA transfer for HVAC, boiler replacement, and electrical upgrades
• $150,000 Cannabis Fund appropriation for Union St. TIP project easements
• $112,000 appropriation for Waste Water system component replacement
• $27,462.13 Cannabis Fund appropriation for Pay Plan COLA and minimum wage increase

Board of Public Works

The scheduled meeting for the Easthampton Board of Public Works on December 15, 2021, was cancelled. No items were discussed or voted upon.

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates regarding the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture proposal. The meeting also includes a discussion on funding and award amounts for the Volunteer Sculpture.

• Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture proposal update
• Discussion of funding and award amount for Volunteer Sculpture
• Approval of November 17th meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board and City Council Ordinance Subcommittee will hold a joint public hearing regarding proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The proposal involves changing approval requirements for certain districts and expanding the Smart Growth Overlay District.

• Change approval from Special Permit to Plan Approval in R-5, R-10, R-15, DB, HB, NB, and MI districts
• Extend Downtown Mixed Use Smart Growth Overlay over 4 Park Street (parcel 52-82)
• Create a new Highway Business Mixed Use Smart Growth Overlay over 21 parcels

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss updates regarding COVID advisory, safety, and wellness. The committee is scheduled to vote on pooled testing for athletes and approve several payroll and accounts payable authorizations. An executive session will also be held to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Easthampton Education Association.

• Vote on pooled testing for athletes
• Approve school payroll dated 12/2/2021 in the amount of $762,612.72
• Approve accounts payable authorization dated 11/4/2021 in the amount of $741,819.38
• Out of Country Field Trip Request – Antonietta Mango
• Collective bargaining strategy with Easthampton Education Association

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The Planning Board and City Council Ordinance Subcommittee are holding a joint public hearing regarding zoning amendments. The proposal includes changing the approval process for affordable housing from Special Permit to Plan Approval in several districts. It also involves extending and creating new Smart Growth Overlay zones.

• Amend Zoning Ordinance Table 5-1 regarding parking and design standards
• Change affordable housing approval from Special Permit to Plan Approval in R-5, R-10, R-15, DB, HB, NB, and MI districts
• Extend Downtown Mixed Use Smart Growth Overlay over 4 Park Street
• Create new Highway Business Mixed Use Smart Growth Overlay over 21 parcels

Conservation Commission

The Commission will continue a public hearing regarding trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The meeting also includes enforcement actions and updates on various active environmental permits.

• Public hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Enforcement actions for CFN Properties LLC and B. Gawle
• Updates on Echodale West Orchard Area Improvements
• Review of active permits, including solar projects and school construction
• Discussion of a draft Tree Removal Policy

City Council - Property Committee

The City Council Property Committee will discuss continuing business regarding utility poles and property boundaries. This includes reviewing requests for pole installations on Ballard Street and Park Street.

• Boundary line agreement with owner of 99 Hendrick Street
• Eversource request to install one pole near 20/30 Ballard St.
• Request to install one jointly owned pole on Park St. near South St.

Housing Authority

The board will consider approving a $33,984.00 insurance renewal for property and crime coverage. Members will also hold an election for the position of Vice-Chairperson. The meeting includes updates on the 2022 budget and recent unit inspections.

• Approval of $33,984.00 for property, boiler, machinery, and crime insurance renewal
• Election of Board Vice-Chairperson
• Review of 2022 budget with accountant Gary DePace
• Notice of board member vacancy following the death of Jane Kovalski
• Completion of 188 DHDC annual unit inspections

City Council - Ordinance Committee

A scheduled site visit regarding a rezoning request for 7 Groveland Street was cancelled. The proposal sought to change the property zoning from R-15 to HB.

• Cancelled rezoning request for 7 Groveland St.

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from the November meeting. The agenda also includes an update on CHAPA’s MEI program and advocacy updates.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Update on CHAPA’s MEI program
• Advocacy updates

Historical Commission

The commission will discuss demolition requests for a barn on East Street and structures on Cottage Street. The meeting also includes reviews of the Demo Delay Bylaw and updates on various grants.

• Demolition request for barn at 449 East St
• Historical significance determination for 47-49 Cottage St
• Revision of the Demo Delay Bylaw
• CPA Request for inventory of Daley Field and Brookside Cemetery
• Updates on Main Street Extension Area Inventory grant

School Committee - Finance Subcommittee

The Easthampton School Committee Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the preliminary annual budget. The agenda also includes a period for public speech and other business.

• Discussion of the preliminary annual budget

Elementary School Re-Use Committee

The Elementary School Re-Use Committee is continuing its review of reuse criteria based on the Downtown Plan. The meeting includes a discussion on weighting and priorities, as well as a review of minutes from previous 2021 meetings.

• Review of reuse criteria, weighting, and priorities based on Downtown Plan
• Review of meeting minutes from September 15, October 13, and November 17, 2021

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings regarding special permits for Fort Hill Road and the expansion of Fort Hill Brewery. The board will also consider site plan approval for a new mixed-use building at 118 Union Street. Other items include a solar change request and a covenant discussion.

• Site Plan Approval for two apartments and retail at 118 Union Street
• Special Permit for parking, storage, and recreational uses on Fort Hill Road
• Expansion of operations at Fort Hill Brewery (30 Fort Hill Road)
• Minor change request for Beacon Solar, LLC (50 Florence Road)
• Discussion regarding a covenant at 218 East Street

Agricultural Commission

The Easthampton Agricultural Commission met to introduce a new member and approve minutes from September 14, 2021. The commission discussed defining agriculture and the right to farm community. Members also addressed the commercial use of home kitchens.

• Introduction of new member Gerry
• Discussion on definition of agriculture and right to farm community
• Discussion on commercial use of home kitchens

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review the Ordinance Review Committee’s final report for action. The agenda also includes a sidewalk review at South Street and Main Street, a parking request for 19 Wemelco Way, and a Fire Department quarterly report.

• Sidewalk review: South Street at Main Street intersection
• Ordinance Review Committee final report review
• Parking review request for 19 Wemelco Way
• Fire Department quarterly report

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet remotely to approve minutes from September and October. The agenda includes a presentation from DPPC and discussions regarding the Safety Committee snow ordinance and survey subcommittee update.

• Approval of September/October minutes
• DPPC speaker presentation
• Safety Committee meeting regarding snow ordinance
• Survey subcommittee update
• Discussion of school field trips

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on Eversource pole installations at Ballard Street and Park Street. The agenda includes several supplemental appropriations, including using Cannabis Stabilization funds for the library and police contract costs. The council will also review committee reports regarding zoning amendments and public safety.

• Eversource request to install utility poles at 20/30 Ballard Street and Park Street
• $328,771.50 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for police contract and retirement payout
• $30,000.00 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for Emily Williston Memorial Library
• $255,576.00 CPA transfer for HVAC, boiler, and electrical upgrades
• Zoning amendments regarding affordable housing and 7 Groveland Street

Board of Public Works

The Board will continue discussions regarding Sewer/Water rates with Tighe & Bond. The meeting also includes the approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes and a Director's report.

• Discussion of Sewer/Water rates with Tighe & Bond
• Approval of November 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Director’s report

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss a proposal for the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture. The meeting also includes approval of the November 17 meeting minutes.

• Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture proposal
• Approval of November 17 meeting minutes

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and COVID-19 grant spending. Members will also consider several fund transfers involving Free Cash and Cannabis Stabilization funds. A public hearing is scheduled for December 1, 2021, regarding these new business items.

• $328,771.50 from Cannabis Stab. for police contract funding & retirement payout
• $30,000.00 from Cannabis Stabilization in support of the Emily Williston Library
• $17,688.35 from Free Cash to cover a deficit in the Urban Agenda Grant account
• $5,000.00 from Free Cash for Veterans District assistance
• Review of quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will hold a remote meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of procedural items including discussion of submitted proposals, grantee/liaison contact, and a financial report.

• submitted proposals
• financial report

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee will discuss a new Vacant Storefront Ordinance and a re-zoning request for 7 Groveland Street. The committee will also review the Juneteenth resolution and related amendments to the city holiday ordinance. Additionally, members will address affordable housing zoning amendments.

• Re-zoning request for 7 Groveland Street from R-15 to HB
• Juneteenth resolution and related amendments to city holiday ordinance
• Vacant Storefront Ordinance
• Affordable housing zoning amendments in Smart Growth District & Planned Res. Developments
• Review of the Ordinance Review Committee’s final report

Community Relations Committee

The committee will discuss Mayor Nicole LaChapelle's vision for the CRC and plans for "Undoing Racism" training. Members will also review strategic planning items regarding community outreach lists and city website tutorials. Follow-up discussions include Native American Heritage Month and recent meetings with Dr. Lomax Campbell.

• Mayor's remarks on committee appointments and "Undoing Racism" training plans
• Follow-up on Native American Heritage Month and community concerns
• Review of outreach lists for schools, activists, and cultural organizations
• Report on Easthampton Media tutorials and introductory videos for the city website
• Status update from the Forum Subcommittee

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss a tax rate hearing. The board is also scheduled to review and sign motor vehicle abatement applications, commitments, and real estate exemptions.

• Discussion regarding a tax rate hearing
• Review of motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review of motor vehicle commitments and recommitments
• Review of real estate exemptions

City Council - Property Committee

The Property Committee will discuss requests for new utility pole locations. This includes an Eversource request near 20/30 Ballard St. and a joint pole installation on Park St. near South St.

• Eversource request to install one pole near 20/30 Ballard St.
• Request to install one jointly owned pole on Park St. near South St.
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting

School Building Committee

The committee will consider approval of PCO 149 regarding existing sewer repair. The meeting also includes reports from the OPM and Design Team, as well as an update on FF&E delivery.

• Approval of October 26, 2021 minutes
• Approval of PCO 149 for existing sewer repair
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report
• FF&E delivery update

Contributory Retirement Board

The board will review the intent to retire of Paul Carrier and approve several new members. The agenda also includes discussing transfers of deductions and fiduciary premium increases. Additionally, the board is scheduled to approve minutes from October 27, 2021, and Warrant #11.

• Intent to retire: Paul Carrier, Head Custodian (effective 1/4/2022)
• Approval for buyback and liability: Erin O’Brien
• Transfer of deductions for Laurie Solomon and Marie Regonini
• Approval of new members: Jennifer Jones, Jesse Clark, and Malania Hollister
• Review of fiduciary premium increase

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed improvements to the trail network at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The meeting also includes reviews of enforcement actions and updates on various active compliance projects. Additionally, the board will discuss a Liberty Street gas main proposal and a draft tree removal policy.

• Public hearing: trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Enforcement actions for CFN Properties LLC and B. Gawle
• Liberty Street gas main proposal
• Draft tree removal policy
• Echodale West Orchard Area improvements

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The committee will meet remotely to discuss cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring and the 501C3 status. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding WinterFest.

• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• 501C3 status
• WinterFest

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will discuss the process and next steps for municipal aggregation. The meeting includes updates on the Green Community Grant proposal and the Solar Ordinance Working Group. Additionally, the committee will discuss the Honeywell RFP.

• Municipal Aggregation process and next steps
• Green Community Grant Proposal and Annual Report
• Solar Ordinance Working Group updates
• Honeywell RFP updates and discussion
• Committee recruitment social media posts

Community Preservation Act Committee

The CPA Committee will review several project applications including park master plans and housing programs. The committee will also discuss historic preservation at Emily Williston Library and emergency rental assistance updates.

• Nonotuck Park Pool Area Master Plan application
• Daley Field Stone House Building Historic Preservation application
• CitySpace Old Town Hall 2nd Floor construction funding
• Emily Williston Library historic preservation deed restriction
• Reprogramming of rail trail funds

City Council

The City Council will vote on FY 2022 tax classification percentages and a $2,000,000 appropriation from Free Cash. The council will also consider amendments to the city ordinance regarding single-use plastic straws and containers. Other items include reviewing supplemental appropriations for police funding and library support.

• Vote on FY 2022 Tax Classification percentages
• $2,000,000 appropriation from Free Cash to various funds
• Amendment to single-use plastic bag and container ordinance
• $328,771.50 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for police funding
• Re-zoning request for 9 Groveland St

Elementary School Re-Use Committee

The Elementary School Re-Use Committee will discuss reuse criteria, weighting, and priorities based on the Downtown Plan. The committee will also review minutes from meetings held on September 15 and October 13, 2021.

• Review of reuse criteria, weighting, and priorities
• Review of meeting minutes from September 15 and October 13, 2021

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Easthampton Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will meet to discuss ARPA funds and priorities for the Housing Production Plan. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the October meeting and receiving advocacy updates.

• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding ARPA funds
• Discussion regarding Housing Production Plan Priorities
• Advocacy updates

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a continued discussion regarding sewer and water rates. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 3, 2021 meeting and a director's report.

• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Continued discussion of Sewer/Water rates
• Director’s report

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive an update on the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture proposal and discuss a volunteer sculpture. The meeting also includes approval of the October 20th meeting minutes.

• Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture proposal update
• Discussion regarding a Volunteer Sculpture
• Approval of October 20th meeting minutes

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review quarterly fiscal reports and COVID-19 grant spending. The agenda also includes a discussion on a $2,000,000.00 supplemental appropriation from Free Cash.

• $2,000,000.00 supplemental appropriation from Free Cash
• DPW Revolving Account
• Request from Assessors regarding annual tax classification hearing
• Quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Quarterly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review the ECOA financial report and discuss potential building plans involving Manchester Hardware. The meeting also includes a proposal for a new council member and discussions regarding community programming feedback.

• Acceptance of ECOA Financial Report
• Highland Valley Report update
• Discussion on center building future at Manchester Hardware
• Proposed new COA member Crystal Cote-Stosz
• Community feedback regarding programming

Development & Industrial Commission

The commission will receive updates from the Planning Department regarding wayfinding and LRRP. The meeting also includes a discussion on communications with landlords about the vacant storefront ordinance.

• Planning Department updates on Wayfinding and LRRP
• Update on vacant storefront ordinance communication with landlords
• Discussion of EDIC news blasts
• Approval of October meeting minutes

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will meet to review submitted proposals and a financial report. The agenda also includes updates on grantee/liaison contact and new business.

• Review of submitted proposals
• Financial report
• Grantee/liaison contact updates

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee will discuss a re-zoning request for 7 Groveland Street. The committee is also scheduled to review the Ordinance Review Committee’s final report and discuss amendments to single-use plastics ordinances.

• Re-zoning request for 7 Groveland Street from R-15 to HB
• Review of the Ordinance Review Committee's final report
• Discussion with EDIC regarding a vacant storefront ordinance
• Amendments to city holiday ordinance related to Juneteenth resolution
• Amendments to single-use plastics ordinance 6-21

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review the final report from the Ordinance Review Committee for potential action. The committee will also continue reviewing a PVPC report regarding sidewalk safety at the South Street and Main Street intersection.

• Review of Ordinance Review Committee’s final report
• Review of PVPC report on sidewalk safety at South Street and Main Street intersection
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

School Committee

The School Committee is holding a focus session titled 'Strategy Matters.' The agenda consists only of procedural items, including a call to order and discussion.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the 2021 park season and HarvestFest 2021. The meeting also includes discussions regarding CPA requests, the FY2022 budget, and bike path facilities.

• Review of HarvestFest 2021
• FY2022 Budget discussion
• CPA Request review
• Park Facilities – Bike Path discussion

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee is holding a remote meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of a workshop regarding WinterFest.

• WinterFest Workshop

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet remotely to review minutes from August 25, 2021. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting, but the board will continue a discussion regarding public hearing procedures.

• Review of meeting minutes from August 25, 2021
• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and COVID-19 grant spending. The agenda also includes a $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation from free cash.

• $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation from free cash
• DPW Revolving Account
• Annual tax classification hearing request from Assessors
• Quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Quarterly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending

Cultural District Subcommittee

The Cultural District Committee is meeting remotely to discuss updates regarding the Cottage Street Cultural District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and discussion of new business.

• Approval of minutes
• Cultural District updates
• Discussion of Cottage Street merchants

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will discuss post-election comments and suggestions regarding the Ranked Choice Voting process. The agenda also includes addressing the committee secretary position and potential committee dissolution.

• Post-election discussion of RCV process, comments, and suggestions
• Committee secretary position or rotation
• Potential committee dissolution
• Approval of minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to a 2019 Special Permit for Pleasantrees, Inc. The proposal aims to expand operations to include cannabis manufacturing for beverages. The board will also consider a minor change request for Wildflower Condominiums.

• Amendment to expand cannabis manufacturing at 195 Northampton Street
• Minor change determination for Wildflower Condominiums (69 & 73 Loudville Road)

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will meet remotely to discuss updates regarding COVID advisory, safety, and wellness. The committee is scheduled to vote on the FY2022 budget, school payroll, and accounts payable. They will also recognize newly elected members and a donation to Maple Elementary School.

• Approval of FY2022 Budget in the amount of $17,097,693
• Approval of school payroll dated 11/4/2021 for $553,695.96
• Approval of accounts payable authorization for $741,819.38
• Vote to approve a monetary donation from Karen Doyle to the Maple Elementary School library
• Review and request for endorsement of Safe Routes Application

Community Relations Committee

The committee will hear remarks from Dr. Lomax Campbell regarding the Undoing Racism series. Members will also review strategic planning updates, including community outreach lists and city website tutorials. A report on committee funding access will be presented.

• Remarks from Dr. Lomax Campbell regarding the Undoing Racism series
• Review of community outreach lists
• Report on committee funding and access to funds
• Update on Forum Subcommittee planning status
• Discussion of city website tutorials and introductory videos

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to review motor vehicle abatement applications and real estate exemptions. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the FY2022 tax rate hearing.

• Review and signing of motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review and signing of real estate exemptions
• Discussion of the FY2022 tax rate hearing

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will meet remotely to discuss the Event Accommodation Ordinance and receive an update from the survey subcommittee. The agenda also includes the introduction of Sarah Mochak from Special Education and the approval of September and October minutes.

• Approval of September/October minutes
• Introduction of Sarah Mochak (Special Education)
• Event Accommodation Ordinance discussion
• Survey subcommittee update
• Recruitment and City Councillor participation

Conservation Commission

The Easthampton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The commission will also consider certificates of compliance for supermarket redevelopment and a retaining wall on Loudville Road. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on various infrastructure projects and a draft tree removal policy.

• Public hearing: trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Certificate of compliance: supermarket redevelopment at 228 Northampton Street
• Certificate of compliance: retaining wall at 298 and 300 Loudville Road
• Compliance update: school building construction at 200 Park Street
• Draft review: new Tree Removal Policy

Licensing Board

The board will hold public hearings for various license applications, including Marigold Theater at 84 Cottage Street and an auto dealership. Members are also scheduled to finalize live entertainment policies. Additionally, the board will consider a one-day permit request for Abandoned Building Brewery.

• New license application for Marigold Theater @ 84 Cottage Street
• Final approval of live entertainment policies and procedures
• ESP Auto Class II Dealership License Application
• One-day permit for Abandoned Building Brewery on November 13
• River Valley Co-op annual entertainment license

Housing Authority

The Easthampton Housing Authority will review third-quarter financial reports and modernization costs. The board will also consider a $38,524.00 bid for exterior door replacements. Additionally, members will discuss recent press comments regarding property repairs.

• $38,524.00 bid for Phase III exterior door replacements
• No-cost change order to extend Sunrise Manor porch partition contract
• Review of 3rd Quarter Financials and Modernization Cost Report
• Discussion regarding property repair comments in the Hampshire Gazette
• Update on Dickinson Court weatherization project

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The Manhan Rail Trail Committee and Friends of the Manhan Rail Trail will hold an annual meeting. Agenda items include electing new officers and reviewing bike-related updates from the City Planner. The committee will also discuss street lights and a potential paved path near the hockey rink parking lot.

• Review/discussion of CPA funds for Payson Avenue crossing design
• Election of Friends of the Manhan Rail Trail officers
• Update on trail street lights heading towards Williston
• Discussion regarding a paved path from the bike path to the hockey rink parking lot
• Trail maintenance update

Easthampton Community Garden

The Community Garden Committee will review minutes and treasurer's reports. The meeting includes updates on operations, outreach, and the donation garden.

• Treasurer’s report and endorsement of purchase orders
• Operations report
• Outreach report
• Donation Garden report

City Council

The City Council will vote on the FY 2022 Tax Classification and several budget adjustments. Proposed items include transferring $6,000 to the Building Department and $97,000 to the City Planner’s budget. The council will also consider a $2 million appropriation from Free Cash.

• FY 2022 Tax Classification vote
• $6,000 transfer to Building Department
• $97,000 appropriation for City Planner
• Boundary line agreement for 99 Hendrick Street
• $2,000,000 appropriation from Free Cash

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission is continuing a discussion regarding the language and process for a vacant storefront ordinance. This includes discussing communication with affected landlords.

• Discussion of vacant storefront ordinance language and process

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review the Director's report and approve minutes from September 15 and October 6, 2021. This agenda consists only of procedural items.

• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Director's report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a request from Tavern on the Hill to continue using a 2-bay sink. The board will also determine whether to reopen a public hearing for Hampton East Condominium Trust. Additionally, the Health Director will provide updates on COVID-19 data and department staffing.

• Tavern on the Hill request to continue using a 2-bay sink
• Determination on reopening the Hampton East Condominium Trust public hearing
• COVID-19 data update from the Health Director
• Public Health Nurse position and pay re-classification
• Community Social Worker position update

City Council - Property Committee

The City Council Property Committee will discuss several property-related items. These include a sidewalk easement at 334 Main Street and a conservation restriction from the Lathrop Community. The committee will also address an easement request for utility conduits at 32 Payson Avenue.

• Conservation Restriction request from the Lathrop Community
• South Street sidewalk easement at 334 Main Street
• Easement request for utility conduits at 32 Payson Avenue

Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee

The committee will review programming updates regarding public art and the Artist Studio Residency Program. The meeting also includes a continued discussion about the Friends of ECA non-profit status.

• Approval of September and October meeting minutes
• Public Art programming updates
• Artist Studio Residency Program reports
• Art as a Gift - Elusie Gallery @ECA Gallery report
• Discussion on Friends of ECA non-profit status

School Committee - Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee will review the annual budget and the quarterly report of expenditures versus budget for the first quarter of fiscal year 2022. The agenda also includes a period for public speech.

• Annual Budget Review
• Quarter 1 FY22 Expenditures vs Budget Report

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The partnership will review September meeting minutes and discuss the CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative application. The agenda includes updates on a Valley CDC CPA request and the Housing Trust. Members will also discuss ARPA funds.

• CHAPA’s Municipal Engagement Initiative application
• Valley CDC CPA request update
• Housing Trust updates
• ARPA funds discussion
• Approval of September meeting minutes

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The committee will discuss cyanobacteria and water quality monitoring. Members will also address 501C3 status and WinterFest. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• 501C3 status discussion
• WinterFest

Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting includes a discussion regarding public hearing procedures. The board will also review minutes from the August 25, 2021, meeting. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure
• Review of minutes from 08/25/2021

City Council - Finance Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Easthampton City Council Finance Committee was cancelled. The agenda included quarterly fiscal reports and upcoming public hearings regarding tax classification and budget supplements.

• FY ’22 Tax Classification Public Hearing
• $97,000 supplemental appropriation for City Planner’s budget
• $6,000 supplement for Building Department budget
• Quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Quarterly reports on COVID-19 grant funding and spending

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee will discuss several ordinance amendments. Topics include a vacant storefront ordinance with EDIC and updates to the city holiday ordinance for Juneteenth. The committee will also address single-use plastics and affordable housing zoning.

• Discussion with EDIC about vacant storefront ordinance
• Juneteenth resolution and related holiday ordinance amendments
• Amendments to city ordinances prohibiting single-use plastics
• Zoning amendment discussion for affordable housing in Smart Growth District and Planned Res. Developments

Contributory Retirement Board

The Easthampton Retirement Board will review September minutes and approve several new members to the retirement system. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the PERAC audit for 2015-2018 and FY 2023 appropriation pre-planning.

• Approval of new retirement system members including Jesse Shipman, Haley Deluca, and Brenda Church
• Approval of Barbara Boulay's deduction rollover to Melon bank
• Discussion regarding the PERAC audit for 2015-2018
• Review of Warrant #10

School Committee

The School Committee will review policy updates regarding substitute teacher and nurse compensation. The agenda also includes a presentation on Safe Routes to School and updates on COVID-19 advisory and safety.

• Approval of school payroll dated 10/21/2021 for $553,319.72
• Approval of accounts payable authorization for 10/21/2021 for $108,507.12
• Second reading of substitute teacher compensation update
• Second reading of substitute nurse compensation update
• Presentation on Safe Routes to School

School Building Committee

The Maple Elementary School Building Committee will review reports from the OPM and Design Team. The committee will also consider approval for three potential change orders regarding additional sidewalks.

• Approval of September 28, 2021 minutes
• PCO 140A- Additional Sidewalk Running Track
• PCO 140B- Additional Sidewalk East Parking
• PCO 140C- Additional Sidewalk Athletic Field
• FF&E delivery update

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review motor vehicle abatement applications and real estate exemptions. The board is also scheduled to discuss the FY2022 tax rate hearing.

• Review of motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review of real estate exemptions
• Discussion regarding the FY2022 tax rate hearing

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive and vegetation management at 1 Ferry Street. The meeting also includes reviews of enforcement actions and updates on various active environmental permits.

• Public hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Public hearing for vegetation management and slope regrading at 1 Ferry Street
• Enforcement actions for properties on O’Neil Street and South Street
• Review of the Tree Removal Policy Draft
• Discussion of the Reservation Rd LAND Grant Project Agreement

Energy Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the process and next steps for municipal aggregation. Members will also receive updates regarding the Green Community Grant proposal and the Solar Ordinance Working Group. The agenda includes a discussion on the Honeywell RFP.

• Municipal Aggregation process and next steps
• Green Community Grant Proposal
• Solar Ordinance Working Group updates
• Honeywell RFP updates and discussion

Housing Authority

The Easthampton Housing Authority will consider the 2022 Annual Plan and a $14,000.00 water line repair at Sunrise Manor. The board will also review maintenance needs at Cliffview Manor and quarterly vacancy reports.

• Approval of 2022 Annual Plan
• $14,000.00 main water line repair at Sunrise Manor
• Certificate of Substantial Completion for Sunrise Manor asbestos project
• Maintenance of trees, roots, and sidewalks at Cliffview Manor
• Write off of $274.00 rent owed by deceased tenant #667-1

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the FY2022 budget and 2021 park rentals. The agenda also includes planning for HarvestFest 2021 and a Woo Sox visit. Members will address park facilities, including wetlands, the bike path, and public art.

• FY2022 budget
• HarvestFest 2021
• Park facilities regarding wetlands, bike path, and public art
• Woo Sox visit programming
• 2021 park rentals

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review and decide on two revised sculpture proposals for the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills project. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Tiger sculpture by Brace Thompson.

• Decision on two revised sculpture proposals for Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills
• Discussion of Tiger sculpture by Brace Thompson
• Approval of September 15th meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a minor change request for INSA, Inc. at 122 Pleasant Street. Two public hearings are scheduled regarding permit requests from Eric Berzins for properties on Fort Hill Road. These include requests for parking, storage, and recreational uses, as well as an expansion of operations at Fort Hill Brewery.

• Minor change request for INSA, Inc. at 122 Pleasant Street
• Special permit request for parking, storage, and recreational uses on Fort Hill Road (Map 131, Lot 23)
• Amendment to expand operations at Fort Hill Brewery at 30 Fort Hill Road (Map 131, Lot 23.1)

Development & Industrial Commission

The commission will discuss social media presence and downtown transit options. Members will also continue discussions regarding the vacant storefront ordinance process. Planning Department updates on wayfinding and LRRP are also scheduled.

• Discussion of social media presence and downtown transit
• Discussion of vacant storefront ordinance language and process
• Planning Department updates on wayfinding and LRRP
• Approval of August 17 meeting minutes

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The committee will review a PVPC report regarding the safety of the sidewalk at the intersection of South Street and Main Street. The agenda also includes approval of minutes not previously approved.

• Review of PVPC report re: safety of sidewalk on South Street at Main Street intersection
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

City Council - Property Committee

The City Council Property Committee will discuss an easement request for utility conduits to service a cellular and communications tower on city-owned property at 32 Payson Avenue. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Easement request for utility conduits at 32 Payson Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will discuss editing RCV flyers and educational materials. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the committee secretary position and rotation.

• Editing of RCV flyers and educational materials
• Committee secretary position or rotation
• Approval of minutes

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The City Council Rules & Government Relations Committee will meet remotely to discuss precinct redistricting following the 2020 Federal Census. The agenda also includes reviewing unapproved minutes and addressing public speaking time.

• Precinct redistricting based on 2020 Federal Census numbers
• Approval of minutes not previously approved
• Public speak time

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee is scheduled to conduct a workshop regarding WinterFest. No other topics are listed on the agenda.

• WinterFest Workshop

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review quarterly fiscal reports and Covid-19 grant spending. The committee is also considering several supplemental appropriations and budget transfers.

• $298,872.00 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for a new ambulance
• $97,000.00 transfer from Cannabis Stabilization to City Planner’s budget
• $6,000.00 supplement to the Building Dept. budget
• Assessors' request regarding annual tax classification hearing

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss revisions to the Demo Delay Bylaw and review several grant updates. The agenda also includes a review of Birch Family Farm on Fort Hill Road and Section 106 reviews for properties on Chapin, Phelps, and Torrey Streets.

• Review of Birch Family Farm – Fort Hill Road
• Revision of the Demo Delay Bylaw/Ordinance
• Massachusetts Historical Commission FY 2022 Survey and Planning Grant
• Section 106 Review: 21 Chapin St, 21 Phelps St, and 78 Torrey St
• New Haven - Northampton Canal DLTA Grant update

Elementary School Re-Use Committee

The committee will review reuse criteria based on the Downtown Plan, including weighting and priorities. Members will also discuss RFP creation and review the One Stop for Growth grant.

• Review of reuse criteria and priorities
• Discussion of RFP creation process
• Review of One Stop for Growth grant
• Review of Valley CDC technical assistance

Cultural District Subcommittee

The Cultural District Committee will discuss updates regarding the Cottage Street Cultural District. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a period for public speech.

• Cultural District Updates regarding Cottage Street

School Committee

The committee will review updates regarding substitute teacher and nurse compensation, as well as face coverings. Members will also vote on several payrolls, accounts payable, and a budget transfer request. Additionally, the Superintendent will provide updates on the Mountain View Building and school start time surveys.

• Approval of school payroll and accounts payable totaling over $1.4 million
• Budget transfer request of $58,098 from Salaries-Maple to Medical Therapeutic-Maple
• First reading of updates on substitute teacher and nurse compensation
• Update on the Mountain View Building and school start time survey
• Legal invoices from Bacon Wilson, P.C. totaling $660.00

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss several ordinance amendments. Topics include a vacant storefront ordinance with EDIC and updates to the city holiday ordinance for Juneteenth.

• Discussion with EDIC about vacant storefront ordinance
• Juneteenth resolution & related amendments to city 'holiday' ordinance
• Amendments to city ordinances under 6-21 - Prohibition of single use plastics
• Zoning amendment discussion regarding affordable housing in Smart Growth District & Planned Res. Developments

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will review action points from recent strategic planning sessions. This includes reports on city website tutorials, an outreach list of organizations, and communications regarding committee funding.

• Report on the Undoing Racism series held October 1–3, 2021
• Discussion of city website tutorials and introductory videos for committee members
• Review of a compiled list of community groups and agencies for outreach
• Report regarding communication with the Mayor about access to committee funding
• Status update from the Forum Subcommittee on their planning

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will review and sign motor vehicle abatement applications and motor vehicle recommitments. The meeting also includes reviewing real estate exemptions denials and approving minutes.

• Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications
• Motor Vehicle Recommitments
• Real Estate Exemptions Denials

Easthampton Community Garden

The Community Garden Committee will review treasurer's reports and purchase orders. The agenda also includes updates on operations, outreach, and the Donation Garden.

• Treasurer’s report and endorsement of purchase order(s)
• Operations report
• Outreach report
• Donation Garden report
• Gardener feedback

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The committee will discuss precinct redistricting following the 2020 Federal Census. Agenda items also include a proposed amendment for remote participation and a resolution regarding therapeutic psychedelic plants.

• Precinct redistricting based on 2020 Federal Census numbers
• Proposed addition of Rule 20 - Remote Participation
• Resolution re: De-criminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants

Licensing Board

The board will hold public hearings regarding new business licenses and manager changes. The meeting also includes discussions on 2023 fee increases and live entertainment policies.

• New license application for Marigold Theater at 84 Cottage Street
• Change of Manager application for Pulaski Club
• Proposed increase in LLA Fees for 2023
• New live entertainment policies and procedures
• Approval of August and September 2021 minutes

City Council

The City Council will review supplemental appropriations from Cannabis Stabilization funds for a new ambulance and fire department equipment. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagine Policing and various ordinance amendments.

• $298,872 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for a new ambulance
• $4,900 for Fire Department hose and nozzle replacement
• $49,586.95 transfer to the PEG Access Receipts Reserved Account
• Public hearing on the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagine Policing
• $97,000 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization to the City Planner's budget

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will continue discussions regarding design options for the Parson and Ferry Street intersection. The agenda also includes a review of a letter regarding a lien at 7 Wendell Ave and approval of the September 15, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Parson/Ferry Street intersection design options discussion
• Letter regarding lien at 7 Wendell Ave
• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider requests to allow mask removal during yoga practice. The meeting also includes discussions on single-use plastic ordinance variances and health department staffing updates.

• Request to amend COVID-19 masking order for yoga practice
• Discussion of variance language for single-use plastic bag and container ordinance
• Request for 40 Church St. to use an R.V. as a temporary residence after a fire
• Requests from Easthampton Congregational Church and Tavern on the Hill to use 2-bay sinks
• Update on Public Health Nurse position pay re-classification

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will receive an update from the survey subcommittee regarding results and action plans. The meeting also includes discussion of ideas for one, three, and five-year plans. Mayor LaChapelle is scheduled to be introduced.

• Survey subcommittee update
• Review of survey plan of actions with results
• Discussion of 1, 3, and 5 year plan ideas
• Introduction of Mayor LaChapelle

School Committee - Policy Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing updates to several school policies. This includes adjusting compensation amounts for substitute teachers and nurses, as well as updating face covering protocols and facility use fees.

• Update to substitute teacher compensation amounts
• Update to substitute nurse (RN/LPN) compensation amounts
• Review of face covering policy per MASC guidance
• Update to community use of facilities custodial fees

Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee

The committee will review September meeting minutes and receive reports on various arts programs. Discussions include the Spot Lot Concert Series, Public Art, and the Artist Studio Residency Program. The committee will also continue discussions regarding the Friends of ECA non-profit.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Public Art programming updates
• Spot Lot Concert Series reports
• Artist Studio Residency Program updates
• Discussion regarding Friends of ECA non-profit

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss ranked choice voting (RCV) flyers and educational materials. The agenda also includes the final approval of an RCV mailer and a discussion on the review process for write-in candidates.

• Final approval of RCV mailer
• Discussion/editing of RCV flyers and educational materials
• Review process for write-in candidates
• Committee secretary position or rotation

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Easthampton Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will hold a discussion regarding technical support for the Housing Trust initiative. The meeting also includes a presentation by Donna Cabana of Valley Community Development Corporation.

• Approval of July meeting minutes
• Presentation by Donna Cabana, Valley Community Development Corporation
• Discussion on technical support for the Housing Trust initiative
• Review of recruitment ideas from Mill Pond Live event
• Advocacy updates

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to conduct business regarding its final report. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes.

• Review of final report
• Approval of minutes

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee will discuss updates regarding the Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin. The meeting also includes discussions on cyanobacteria and water quality monitoring.

• Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin updates
• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• 501C3 status

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review interdepartmental transfers and supplemental appropriations using Cannabis Stabilization funds. The agenda also includes requests to amend the Classification & Pay Plan and a CPA project at the old Town Hall.

• $49,586.95 transfer to PEG Access Receipts Reserved Account
• $4,900.00 appropriation for Fire Dept. equipment grant match
• $13,095.24 appropriation for new ambulance purchase grant match
• Addition of Community Social Worker and IT Director positions to Chapter 7
• Pay grade change for Public Health Nurse from E to F

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will meet via Zoom to discuss general council business. The agenda includes topics such as grantee contact and council programming, but does not list specific projects or funding amounts.

• Review of grantee/liaison contact
• Discussion of council program
• Discussion regarding new members

School Building Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from August 31, 2021. Members are scheduled to receive reports from the OPM and the Design Team. Discussion is also planned regarding sidewalks and brick delays related to COVID.

• Approval of August 31, 2021, minutes
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report
• Discussion on sidewalks
• Discussion on brick Covid delay

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss several continuing items. This includes a discussion with EDIC regarding a vacant storefront ordinance and amendments to the single-use plastics prohibition. The committee will also review zoning amendments for affordable housing.

• Discussion with EDIC about vacant storefront ordinance
• Juneteenth resolution and holiday ordinance amendments
• Amendments to single-use plastics prohibition ordinance
• Zoning amendment discussion regarding affordable housing

Contributory Retirement Board

The Easthampton Retirement Board will meet to approve August minutes and new member enrollments. The agenda also includes reviewing retirement intents and discussing audit updates.

• Approval of retirements for Susan Ryan and Christine Laliberte
• Review of new member enrollments from School and Highway departments
• Discussion of PERAC (2015-2018) and Scanlon & Associates (2020) audits
• Approval of Warrant #9

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to review motor vehicle abatement applications and commitments. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Review and sign motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review and sign motor vehicle commitments
• Approval of minutes

Conservation Commission

The Easthampton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding trail improvements at Lathrop Community, Inc. The meeting also includes a request for determination of applicability for two sheds at 127 Combs Road and reviews of various infrastructure compliance updates.

• Public hearing: Trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Public meeting: Installation of two sheds at 127 Combs Road
• Certificate of Compliance: Maintenance dredging for White Brook and Broad Brook
• Enforcement actions regarding CFN Properties LLC and Autumn Properties LLC
• Compliance updates for infrastructure improvements at Pleasant Street Mills

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to review minutes from July 28, 2021. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the procedure for public hearings. No specific public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of July 28, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure

City Council

The City Council will consider supplemental appropriations for the Main Street Paving & Drainage Project and the acquisition of 5.5 acres on Reservation Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding city ordinance amendments for single-use plastics and affordable housing. Additionally, committee reports on public safety and finance are scheduled for review.

• $230,000 from Cannabis Stabilization for Main Street Paving & Drainage Project
• $245,412 and $121,588 appropriations for 5.5 acres on Reservation Road
• Ordinance amendments regarding single-use plastics and affordable housing
• $13,095.24 supplemental appropriation for an ambulance grant match
• Discussion of a vacant storefront ordinance

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss 2021 park rentals, fall event programming, and the FY2022 budget. The agenda also includes a review of Millside Park capacity and various park facilities.

• FY2022 Budget
• Millside Park Capacity Review
• 2021 Park Rentals
• Park Facilities including Wetlands, Bike Path, and Public Art

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review minutes from meetings held on June 29, July 20, and July 27, 2021. While a public hearing is scheduled, the agenda does not list specific topics for discussion.

• Approval of meeting minutes from June 29, July 20, and July 27, 2021

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will meet to approve school payrolls and accounts payable for late August and early September 2021. The agenda also includes updates on enrollment numbers, school start times, and COVID advisory information.

• Approval of school payroll for 8/26/2021 ($386,836.67) and 9/9/2021 ($555,007.02)
• Approval of accounts payable for 8/26/2021 ($184,936.40) and 9/9/2021 ($229,801.95)
• Budget transfer requests of $9,650.00
• Update on preliminary September enrollment numbers
• Update on school start times

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission will review Planning Department updates regarding wayfinding and LRRP. The meeting also includes discussions on social media presence, downtown transit options, and vacant storefront ordinance language.

• Planning Department updates on Wayfinding and LRRP
• Discussion of social media content ideas and downtown transit
• Review of vacant storefront ordinance language and process

Community Relations Committee

The committee will hold a strategic planning session with Darryck Dean from the Department of Justice. The meeting also includes an update on the 'Notify Me' city website and discussion regarding outreach and listening efforts.

• Strategic planning session with Darryck Dean (Dept. of Justice)
• Update on 'Notify Me' city website conversation with Lindsi Mailler
• Discussion on conducting outreach and listening during current planning

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding the Honeywell RFP and the Solar Ordinance Working Group. The committee will also review the process for municipal aggregation, including its impact on the Municipal Light Plant and an agreement with South Hadley. Additionally, a Green Community Grant proposal will be presented.

• Honeywell RFP updates and discussion
• Municipal Aggregation process and next steps
• Impact of Municipal Light Plant and agreement with South Hadley
• Green Community Grant Proposal
• Solar Ordinance Working Group updates

Community Preservation Act Committee

The committee will review account balances and updates on open projects. Discussion items include the Emily Williston Library ventilation project final report and a historic preservation deed restriction. The committee will also address a financial interest disclosure for Jessica Allan.

• Emily Williston Library ventilation project final report
• Emily Williston Library historic preservation deed restriction
• Financial interest disclosure for Jessica Allan
• Approval of minutes from April, June, and August 2021

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The Rules & Government Relations Committee is meeting to discuss several policy items. Topics include a Climate Emergency Resolution and a resolution regarding the decriminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants. The committee will also consider an amendment to add a rule for remote participation.

• Climate Emergency Resolution
• Resolution re: De-criminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants
• Proposed amendment to council rules: Add Rule 20 - Remote Participation
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Elementary School Re-Use Committee

The committee will hold an introductory presentation regarding existing plans and the process for creating a Request for Proposals (RFP). The meeting also includes a review of the One Stop for Growth grant and Valley CDC technical assistance.

• Review of existing plans and information
• Overview of RFP creation
• Review of One Stop for Growth grant
• Review of Valley CDC technical assistance

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review design options for the Parson / Ferry Street intersection. The agenda also includes approval of August 4, 2021 meeting minutes and a Director's report.

• Parson / Ferry Street Intersection Design Options Presentation
• Approval of August 4, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Director’s Report

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review submitted proposals for the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture RFP. The meeting also includes approval of August 11th meeting minutes and general updates.

• Review of Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills sculpture RFP proposals
• Approval of August 11th meeting minutes

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review supplemental appropriations for Reservation Road and Main Street. It will also examine quarterly fiscal reports and COVID-19 grant spending.

• $245,412 state LAND Grant reimbursement for Reservation Road
• $121,588 from CPA for Reservation Road acquisition costs
• $230,000 from Cannabis Stabilization for Main St. re-paving/drainage
• Authorization for Mayor to enter Option to Purchase Agreement for Reservation Rd.
• $1.00 transfer to Library budget for a rounding error

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will continue its review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing, which includes a scheduled public hearing for October 6, 2021. The committee will also review a PVPC report regarding sidewalk safety at the intersection of South Street and Main Street.

• Review of Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing
• Review of PVPC report on South Street and Main Street sidewalk safety
• Approval of minutes

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to review and sign motor vehicle abatement applications and motor vehicle recommitments.

• Review and signing of motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review and signing of motor vehicle recommitments
• Approval of minutes

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed improvements to the existing trail network at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The meeting also includes requests for certificates of compliance for dredging in White Brook and Broad Brook. Additionally, members will review updates on various active environmental permits and enforcement actions.

• Public hearing: trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Maintenance dredging for White Brook and Broad Brook
• Aquatic vegetation management at Nashawannuck Pond
• Ferry Street Mill Redevelopment Project updates
• Review of enforcement actions for several properties

Housing Authority

The board will discuss emergency roof repairs at 179 Pleasant Street and a water main break at Sunrise Manor. Members will also review the completion of sidewalk and roof projects at Glad Acres. The meeting includes updates on financial reports and administrative notices.

• $9,600.00 emergency roof repair at 179 Pleasant Street
• Emergency water main break at Sunrise Manor
• Approval of completion for Sunrise Manor sidewalks
• Estimated $38,095.00 extra cost for Sunrise boilers
• Replacement of a 2010 Ford Ranger

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The committee will review the August 2, 2021 minutes and discuss a senior tax work-off employee position. Updates are scheduled regarding tree removal at the Route 5 end of the trail and street lights heading towards Williston.

• Approval of August 2, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of senior tax work-off employee
• Eversource tree removal and landscaping at Rte. 5 end of trail
• Update on street lights along trail heading towards Williston
• Pioneer Valley bike week in September

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will meet to hold a discussion regarding lunch protocols. The agenda also includes time for public comment and announcements of upcoming meeting dates.

• Discussion of lunch protocols
• Announcements of future meeting dates (9/21, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, and 12/14)

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The committee will discuss a vacant storefront ordinance with EDIC. Agenda items include the Juneteenth resolution and amendments to the city holiday ordinance. The meeting also covers single-use plastic prohibitions.

• Discussion regarding vacant storefront ordinance
• Juneteenth resolution and holiday ordinance amendments
• Zoning amendments for affordable housing in Smart Growth District
• Amendments to single-use plastics prohibition ordinance

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will review and edit RCV mailers and other voter education materials. Members will also discuss the committee secretary position and rotation.

• Review and editing of RCV mailer and voter education materials
• Committee secretary position/rotation
• Approval of minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a variance request for irrigation wells at 359 Main St. The meeting includes a discussion on mask mandates with a local business owner and a review of an ordinance regarding single-use plastics. The Health Director will also provide a COVID-19 data update.

• Variance request for two irrigation wells at 359 Main St.
• Discussion of mask mandate with Mission Taco owner Sam Kochan.
• Discussion of ordinance prohibiting single-use plastic bags, containers, and straws.
• COVID-19 data update from the Health Director.

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will meet remotely to consider several special one-day applications for upcoming events. The board will also receive an update regarding a change of manager for the Pulaski Club.

• Special one-day application for Millside Live series at Abandoned Building & New City Brewery
• Special one-day application for Easthampton Rod and Gun Club (9/17–9/19)
• Special one-day application for Arcadia Folk Festival at Abandoned Building
• Change of manager update for Pulaski Club

Cultural District Subcommittee

The Cultural District Committee is meeting to discuss updates for the Cottage Street Cultural District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a period for public speech. This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom.

• Cultural District Updates

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee will meet to review a draft of its Final Report. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and an opportunity for public speaking.

• Review of draft of Final Report
• Approval of minutes

Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee

The committee will review updates on several arts programs, including the Spot Lot Concert Series and Artist Studio Residency Program. Members will also continue discussions regarding the Friends of ECA non-profit.

• Approval of August 2nd minutes
• Updates on Spot Lot Concert Series and Artist Studio Residency Program
• Updates on Public Art, Youth Arts Initiative, and Artswalk
• Continued discussion regarding Friends of ECA non-profit

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will discuss improvements for Park Hill Orchard access. The meeting includes updates from the Veterans Department and regarding MVPAG and CDBG. Members will also review survey subcommittee progress and ideas for 1, 3, and 5-year plans.

• Park Hill Orchard Access Improvements
• Veterans Department update
• MVPAG and CDBG update
• Survey subcommittee updates
• Long-term planning (1, 3, & 5 year plan)

Easthampton Community Garden

The meeting consists of routine committee reports and procedural business. The committee will review updates regarding operations, outreach, and the donation garden.

• Treasurer's report and purchase order endorsements
• Operations report
• Outreach report
• Donation Garden report
• Gardener feedback

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board is reviewing several special one-day applications for events, including the Millside Live series and Arcadia Folk Festival. The agenda also includes a manager update for the Pulaski Club. This meeting was rescheduled to September 8th at 11 a.m.

• Special one day application for Millside Live series
• Special one day application for Easthampton Rod and Gun Club (9/17–9/19)
• Special one day application for Arcadia Folk Festival on 9/19
• Change of Manager update for Pulaski Club

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin. The agenda also includes discussions on water quality monitoring, macrophytes, and water chestnuts.

• Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin updates
• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• 501C3 status discussion
• Macrophytes and water chestnuts

City Council

The City Council will consider a $6,475,239.00 bond for an Energy Saving Performance Contract to upgrade indoor air quality and solar capacity. The agenda also includes public hearings on utility pole relocations and supplemental appropriations for road projects and police equipment.

• $6,475,239.00 bond for Energy Saving Performance Contract upgrades
• $65,653.29 appropriation for a hybrid police cruiser and laptop
• $230,000 from Cannabis Stabilization for Main Street re-paving/drainage
• Public hearing on utility pole relocations along Torrey Street
• $122,588 from CPA for Reservation Road acquisition costs

Board of Health

The Easthampton Board of Health will hold a discussion regarding the "COVID-19 Mandatory Policies And Procedures For Wearing Of Masks Or Other Face Coverings In Public Indoor Spaces In The City Of Easthampton Mask Order." The agenda also includes an opportunity for public speech.

• Discussion on COVID-19 mask mandate policies
• Public speech

School Building Committee

The committee will review the July 27, 2021, minutes and hear reports from the OPM and Design Team. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a Fontaine-Brick delay and a dedication plaque.

• Approval of July 27, 2021, minutes
• Fontaine-Brick delay conversation
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report
• Dedication Plaque

School Committee

The School Committee will meet in executive session to conduct negotiations with the Easthampton Education Association.

• Collective bargaining session with the Easthampton Education Association

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss voter education and publicity strategies. The agenda also includes addressing the committee secretary position or rotation and approving minutes.

• Voter education/publicity discussion
• Committee secretary position/rotation
• Approval of minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board will continue a public hearing regarding a request to extend a single-family structure at 72 East Street. Additionally, the board will discuss Public Hearing procedures.

• Variance request for eastern side setback requirements at 72 East Street
• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will meet on August 24, 2021, to review several financial items and subcommittee updates. The agenda includes a request for a $58,098 budget transfer and the approval of school payroll and accounts payable. Members will also discuss the Superintendent Evaluation and COVID-19 advisory updates.

• Budget transfer request of $58,098 from Salaries to Medical/Therapeutic
• Approval of school payroll dated 8/12/2021 for $378,373.44
• Approval of accounts payable authorization for $71,518.79
• Discussion regarding Superintendent Evaluation and subcommittee updates
• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the teacher and support unit

Community Relations Committee

The Community Relations Committee will hold a work session with Darryck Dean from the Department of Justice. The discussion will cover strategic planning, program priorities, and resource needs.

• Meeting with Darryck Dean (Department of Justice) regarding strategic planning and goals

Contributory Retirement Board

The board will discuss the clerk position posting and review recent audits. They will also process new memberships, retirement intents, and deduction transfers.

• PERAC 2015-2018 audit review
• Jeff Gendron (Scanlon & Associates) 2020 audit review
• Clerk position posting discussion
• Approval of new members for school and fire departments
• Approval of warrant #8

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and sign motor vehicle abatement applications and motor vehicle recommitments. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes
• Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications: Review, Sign
• Motor Vehicle Recommitments: Review, Sign

Conservation Commission

The Easthampton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The commission will also review enforcement actions and provide updates on various active environmental permits.

• Public hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Enforcement actions for properties on O’Neil Street and Northampton Street
• Updates on the Ferry Street Mill Redevelopment Project
• Review of solar projects on Park Street and Florence Road
• Compliance updates for new school construction at 200 Park Street

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will discuss the Honeywell Energy Services Performance Contract. The meeting also includes a period for public speech and other new business.

• Honeywell Energy Services Performance Contract discussion

City Council - Property Committee

The Property Committee will review requests from Eversource Energy and Verizon New England regarding utility pole changes. One proposal involves moving a pole on Colonial Avenue to accommodate a driveway at 22-28 Colonial Avenue. The committee will also continue discussions about installing and relocating poles along Torrey Street.

• Request to move one jointly owned utility pole on Colonial Avenue
• Proposed electric service and driveway for 22-28 Colonial Avenue
• Proposal to install three mid-span poles and relocate four poles on Torrey Street

School Committee

The School Committee will hold an executive session on August 23, 2021. The meeting is scheduled to conduct bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association.

• Bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association

School Committee

The School Committee will hold an executive session to conduct bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher’s Association. This meeting is scheduled via Zoom.

• Bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher’s Association

Community Preservation Act Committee

The CPA Committee will review administrative items and account balances. Discussion topics include a hearing for the Reservation Road open space acquisition and requests to reprogram funds for the Boruchowski Trail Project and Old Town Hall elevator design.

• Reservation Road open space acquisition hearing
• Request to reprogram Boruchowski Trail Project funds
• Request to reprogram Old Town Hall Elevator & 2nd floor design funds
• Old Town Hall Elevator & 2nd Floor capital campaign update
• Emily Williston Library historic preservation deed restriction

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend a 2017 Special Permit for Fort Hill Brewery. The proposal seeks to expand operations at the property located at 30 Fort Hill Road.

• Public hearing for expansion of operations at Fort Hill Brewery (30 Fort Hill Road)
• Amendment to a 2017 Special Permit under Section 12.7 of the Zoning Ordinance

City Council - Finance Committee

The committee will review quarterly fiscal reports and COVID-19 grant spending. Agenda items also include a $65,653.29 appropriation for a police cruiser and laptop.

• $6,475,239.00 borrowing/bonding for 2021 Energy Saving Performance Contract
• $65,653.29 appropriation for a marked hybrid police cruiser and laptop
• Review of quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Quarterly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending

School Committee - Finance Subcommittee

The Finance Subcommittee will review the Quarter 4 FY21 report of expenditures versus budget to-date. The meeting also includes an annual budget review.

• Review of Quarter 4 FY21 expenditures vs budget
• Annual Budget Review

Development & Industrial Commission

The Commission will receive Planning Department updates regarding Wayfinding and LRRP. Members will also continue discussions about social media presence, downtown transit liability, and vacant storefront ordinance language.

• Planning Department updates on Wayfinding and LRRP
• Discussion of social media content ideas and downtown transit options
• Discussion of vacant storefront ordinance language and process

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will discuss grantee contact and a community input survey. The meeting also includes a vote on council priorities and discussion of a new online grants management system.

• Vote on council priorities
• New MCC online grants management system
• Community input survey
• Grantee/liaison contact

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The committee will review a PVPC report regarding the safety of the sidewalk at the intersection of South Street and Main Street. Members will also continue their review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing.

• Review of PVPC report regarding sidewalk safety at South Street and Main Street
• Continuing review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding the Honeywell RFP and the next steps for municipal aggregation. The committee will also review progress from the Solar Ordinance Working Group and explore Green Community Project opportunities.

• Honeywell RFP updates and discussion
• Municipal Aggregation process and next steps
• Solar Ordinance Working Group updates
• Green Community Project opportunities
• Eversource account monitoring

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee is holding an executive session to conduct bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association regarding returning to school. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association

Licensing Board

The Licensing Board will discuss formal processes for entertainment events and noise mitigation. The board is also reviewing several special one-day applications and discussing updates to fees and liquor licenses.

• Public hearing on entertainment and license event procedures including noise mitigation
• Special one-day application for Small Oven Bakery wine & dinner event
• Special one-day applications for Food Truck Friday at Abandoned Building
• Update on Mission Taco outdoor structure
• Discussion regarding fee updates and liquor license manager status

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission is meeting to discuss revising the current Demo Delay Ordinance and its requirements. The commission will also receive updates on the Fiscal Year 2020 Survey and Planning Grant for the Main Street Extension Area Inventory and the New Haven - Northampton Canal DLTA Grant.

• Revision of Demo Delay Ordinance/Requirements
• Update on FY2020 Survey and Planning Grant (Main Street Extension Area Inventory)
• Update on New Haven - Northampton Canal DLTA Grant
• Approval of June 9, 2021 minutes

Cultural District Subcommittee

The Cultural District Committee will hold a remote meeting to discuss updates regarding the Cottage Street Cultural District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public speech time.

• Cultural District Updates
• Approval of Minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the FY2022 budget and park facilities at Gagner Field. The agenda also includes items regarding 2021 park rentals, Millside Park capacity, and Camp Nonotuck programming.

• 2021 Park Rentals
• Millside Park Capacity
• Programming/Camp Nonotuck
• Budget FY2022
• Park Facilities – Gagner Field

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will approve meeting minutes from June 23, June 30, and July 6. The agenda includes updates regarding a fence at the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills Pop Up Park. Members will also review voting criteria and finalize the selection process and schedule.

• Approval of June 23, 6/30, and 7/6 meeting minutes
• Update on Fence at Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills Pop Up Park
• Review of voting criteria
• Finalization of selection process and schedule

School Committee

The committee will discuss draft health and safety guidelines for the upcoming Fall 2021 school year. Members will also review the Superintendent's evaluation and discuss collective bargaining strategy with the teachers' association. The meeting includes approvals for several payroll and accounts payable items.

• Review of draft Health/Safety Guidelines for Fall 2021
• Approval of school payroll dated 6/17/2021 in the amount of $1,106,958.03
• Approval of accounts payable authorization dated 6/17/2021 in the amount of $424,504.53
• A $2,600 donation for ten annual scholarships
• Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with the Easthampton Education Association

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a PVPC report regarding the safety of the sidewalk at the intersection of South Street and Main Street. The committee will also continue its review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing.

• Review of PVPC report on sidewalk safety at South Street and Main Street intersection
• Continuing review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold public hearings regarding trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive and a new single-family home on Mountain Road. The meeting also includes updates on open space projects and reviews of active environmental permits.

• Public hearing for trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Public hearing for a new single-family home and driveway at 3 Mountain Road
• Updates on Echodale West Orchard Area Improvements
• Discussion regarding the Florence Road conservation restriction
• Review of active environmental compliance permits and projects

School Committee

The School Committee will hold an executive session to conduct bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association. This meeting is scheduled via Zoom.

• Executive Session regarding bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association

Housing Authority

The Easthampton Housing Authority will consider replacing a 2010 Ford Ranger and approving rent write-offs for two units following tenant deaths. The agenda also includes updates on occupancy rates and COVID-19 vaccine clinic notices.

• Approval to write off $457.00 at #667-2 and $496.00 at #667-4
• Replacement of the 2010 Ford Ranger
• DHCD Annual Agreed Upon Procedures scheduled for August 19, 2021
• Occupancy rate report showing 98.7% for the second quarter
• Distribution of 188 notices regarding free vaccine clinics

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The committee will review unapproved minutes and discuss public speak time. Continuing business includes a resolution regarding the decriminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants and a proposed rule amendment for remote participation.

• Resolution re: De-criminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants
• Proposed amendment to council rules (Rule 20 - Remote Participation)
• Approval of minutes not previously approved
• Discussion of Public Speak Time

Easthampton Community Garden

The Easthampton Community Garden Committee meeting consists of procedural reports and administrative tasks. The agenda includes treasurer, operations, and outreach reports.

• Treasurer’s report and purchase order endorsements
• Operations report
• Outreach report
• Donation Garden report
• Gardener feedback

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss an ordinance regarding the prohibition of single-use plastic bags, straws, and disposable food containers. The board will also consider a hearing request for two irrigation wells at 359 Main St.

• Hearing request for two irrigation wells at 359 Main St. (Hampton East Condominium Trust)
• Discussion of ordinance prohibiting single-use plastic bags, straws, and food containers
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 2019 through April 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding utility pole relocations on Torrey Street and amendments to the single-use plastic ordinance. The agenda also includes supplemental CPA fund appropriations for affordable housing and canal preservation. Other items include a police cruiser purchase and various proposed resolutions.

• Utility pole relocation request by Eversource Energy & Verizon New England on Torrey Street
• $58,083.00 appropriation for affordable rental housing planning
• $15,000.00 appropriation for Hampshire & Hampden Canal historic documentation
• Amendments to the single-use plastic bag and container ordinance
• $65,653.29 purchase for a marked hybrid police cruiser and laptop

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to approve meeting minutes from June 2 and July 7, 2021. The board will also review FY21 water and sewage usage data and consider an abatement for a sewer backup cleanup charge at 11 Fairfield Avenue.

• Approval of June 2, 2021, and July 7, 2021, meeting minutes
• Sewer backup cleanup charge abatement for 11 Fairfield Avenue
• Review of FY21 water and sewage usage data and trends

Community Relations Committee

The Committee will hold a strategic planning session with Darryck Dean to discuss survey results and presented materials. The agenda also includes an update on conversations with the Mayor regarding the future of the committee and a discussion of a letter from Jenny Papageorge.

• Strategic planning session with Darryck Dean
• Update on Mayor's plans for the CRC
• Discussion of letter regarding Pioneer Valley Healing Racism Institute
• Approval of July 13, 2021 minutes

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability will review survey results and action plans. The meeting includes updates on closed captioning, forms accessibility, and the Wayfinder meeting.

• Survey subcommittee update and plan of actions with results
• Closed captioning and forms accessibility update
• Discussion regarding base level funding
• Round up program bank account possibility
• Community Involvement subcommittee updates

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee will discuss new findings arising from previous meetings. The committee is also working on preparing its final report and recommendations for the full City Council.

• Sharing of new findings based on questions from previous meetings
• Preparation of Final Report & Recommendations to the City Council

Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee

The committee will review updates for the Arts Walk, Artist Studio Residency Program, Public Art, and Youth Arts Initiative. Members will also discuss the ECA Sweet Sixteen event scheduled for December 16, 2021. Additionally, the agenda includes a discussion with the Mayor regarding Friends of ECA.

• Updates on Arts Walk, Artist Studio Residency Program, Public Art, and Youth Arts Initiative
• Planning for ECA Sweet Sixteen event at Old Town Hall on December 16, 2021
• Discussion with the Mayor regarding Friends of ECA
• Approval of June 7th minutes

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The committee will discuss future trail maintenance and provide an update on Eversource tree removal at the Route 5 end of the trail. Members will also review proposed street signs at Lovefield/Ferry Street and progress on street lights heading towards Williston.

• Approval of June 21, 2021 minutes
• Discussion about future trail maintenance
• Proposed street signs at Lovefield/Ferry Street
• Eversource tree removal at Route 5 end of trail
• Update on street lights heading towards Williston

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Easthampton Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will discuss real estate transfer fee legislation and technical support for the Housing Trust initiative. The meeting also includes a presentation by Donna Cabana from Valley Community Development Corporation.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Presentation by Donna Cabana, Valley Community Development Corporation
• Discussion of Real Estate Transfer Fee Legislation
• Discussion on technical support for Housing Trust initiative

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee is meeting to review updates on the Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin. The committee will also discuss cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring and 501C3 status. New business items include a resignation and water chestnuts.

• Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin updates
• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• 501C3 status discussion
• Water Chestnuts
• Committee resignation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing regarding a setback variance for an existing structure at 72 East Street. The board will also discuss public hearing procedures and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Variance request for single-family structure extension at 72 East Street
• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure
• Approval of meeting minutes from 1/27/21, 4/28/21, and 6/23/21

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Easthampton City Council Rules & Government Relations Committee for July 28, 2021, was cancelled. Proposed agenda items included a resolution regarding psychedelic plants and an amendment to council rules for remote participation.

• Resolution re: De-criminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants
• Proposed amendment to council rules: Add Rule 20 - Remote Participation
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Planning Board

The Planning Board will continue a public hearing regarding Clovercraft LLC dba Budzee. The applicant is seeking a Special Permit to operate as a Marijuana Delivery Operator at 17 East Street.

• Special Permit for Clovercraft LLC dba Budzee to operate as a Marijuana Delivery Operator at 17 East Street

City Council - Property Committee

The Property Committee is reviewing a request from Eversource Energy and Verizon New England to modify utility poles along Torrey Street. The proposal includes installing three midspan poles and relocating four existing joint poles to improve system reliability. A public hearing is scheduled for August 4, 2021.

• Request to install three jointly owned midspan utility poles on Torrey Street
• Request to relocate four existing joint poles on Torrey Street
• Public hearing scheduled for August 4, 2021

School Building Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the June 22, 2021, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the OPM and the design team. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of June 22, 2021, meeting minutes
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report

Contributory Retirement Board

The Easthampton Retirement Board will discuss holiday health premiums and a clerk position posting. The meeting also includes approving new fund members and processing deduction transfers.

• Notice of intent to retire Fire Captain Wayne Hennemann
• Approval of new members including police officers and technicians
• Discussion regarding holiday health premiums
• Review of clerk position posting
• Approval of warrants #7 and #7A

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to conduct routine administrative reviews. The meeting includes the review and signing of motor vehicle abatement applications, commitments, and recommitments.

• Review and signing of motor vehicle abatement applications
• Review and signing of motor vehicle commitments
• Review and signing of motor vehicle recommitments

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed improvements to the existing trail network at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The meeting also includes reviews of several enforcement actions and updates on various active environmental compliance projects.

• Public hearing for trail network improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Review of enforcement actions for properties on O’Neil Street, Westview Terrace, Northampton Street, and South Street
• Updates on Echodale West Orchard Area Improvements
• Discussion regarding the Florence Road conservation restriction
• Compliance updates for projects including Nashawannuck Pond vegetation management and Ferry Street Mill redevelopment

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit for Clovercraft LLC dba Budzee to operate as a marijuana delivery operator. The board will also consider a request from Lathrop Community Inc for approval of a conservation restriction.

• Special Permit application for marijuana delivery at 17 East Street
• Conservation Restriction approval request for Lathrop Community Inc

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will hold an executive session via Zoom. The purpose of the session is to conduct bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association.

• Executive session for bargaining strategies with the Easthampton Education Teacher's Association

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging will review financial reports and the Senior Tax Work-Off Program. The meeting includes discussion regarding the Senior Center reopening plan for August 2, 2021. The board will also address a potential 2016 Ford E-350 van donation from PVTA.

• Acceptance of ECOA Financial Report
• Review of Senior Center reopening survey and plan
• Discussion regarding a donated 2016 Ford E-350 wheelchair van
• Updates on the Senior Tax Work-Off Program

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission will review Planning Department updates regarding school re-use RFPs, wayfinding, and LRRP. The meeting also includes discussions on social media management, downtown transit options, and vacant storefront ordinance language.

• Approval of June 15 and June 29 meeting minutes
• Planning Department updates on school re-use RFPs, wayfinding, and LRRP
• Discussion regarding social media presence and downtown transit options
• Discussion of vacant storefront ordinance language and process

Easthampton Cultural Council

The Easthampton Cultural Council will discuss council program updates and a community input survey. The meeting agenda consists of procedural discussion items and updates.

• Council program updates and reception
• Community input survey
• Grantee/liaison contact

Energy Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from the Solar Ordinance Working Group and research regarding municipal aggregation. Discussion will also include Honeywell RFP, Eversource account monitoring, and Green Community project opportunities.

• Solar Ordinance Working Group update
• Honeywell RFP & Eversource Account Monitoring
• Municipal Aggregation research update
• Green Community project opportunities

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss voter education and publicity strategies. The agenda also includes addressing the committee secretary position and approving minutes.

• Voter education/publicity discussion
• Committee secretary position or rotation
• Approval of minutes

Community Relations Committee

The committee will conduct a strategic planning session with Darryck Dean to discuss survey results and presented materials. The meeting also includes follow-up on new members regarding communications from the Mayor dated April 15, 2021.

• Strategic planning session involving survey results
• Follow-up on new member communications from the Mayor
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2021

Conservation Commission

The Commission will continue a public hearing regarding trail network improvements by Lathrop Community, Inc. The meeting also includes updates on environmental compliance projects and enforcement actions.

• Public hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Enforcement actions for properties on O’Neil Street, Westview Terrace, Northampton Street, and South Street
• Compliance update for invasive plant management at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Updates on the Ferry Street Mill Redevelopment Project
• Review of large-scale solar project at 232 Park Street

Housing Authority

The board will review and approve the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan and discuss several housing maintenance projects. Updates include completed water tank replacements at Glad Acres and upcoming porch repairs at Sunrise Manor. The meeting also includes a report on recent DHCD inspections.

• Review and approval of the 2022 EHA Capital Improvement Plan
• Roof, gutter, and insulation replacements for six homes at Glad Acres
• Scheduled porch repairs at Sunrise Manor starting in August
• Completion of six gas hot water tank replacements at Glad Acres
• Financial report showing total funds of $670,284.07 as of May 31, 2021

City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee

The City Council Rules & Government Relations Committee is meeting to discuss several resolutions and rule amendments. Topics include the decriminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants and updates to council rules regarding remote participation.

• Resolution re: De-criminalization of therapeutic psychedelic plants
• Proposed amendment for Rule 20 - Remote Participation
• Resolution proposal for a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program
• Council Rule requiring Anti-Bias Training
• Amendment to Council Rule 11H regarding the appointment process

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the stormwater management and illicit discharge ordinances. The council will also consider adding a new article for ranked choice voting. Other items include pole relocations on Torrey Street and several supplemental funding appropriations.

• Public hearing on Ranked Choice Voting ordinance amendment
• Public hearing on Stormwater Management and Illicit Discharge ordinances
• Pole relocation request for three new and four relocated poles on Torrey St.
• $58,083 appropriation to ValleyCDC Housing Predevelopment Assessments
• $15,000 appropriation for Hampshire-Hampden Canal Historic Survey

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review and vote on an agricultural water meter application for 49 Hendrick Street. The agenda also includes the approval of June 2, 2021, meeting minutes and reports from the Mayor and Director.

• Review and vote on agricultural water meter application for Hendrick Harvest LLC at 49 Hendrick Street
• Approval of June 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Director's report

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will continue its review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing. The meeting also includes Fire Department updates and the approval of previous minutes.

• Review of the Mayor's Pledge to Reimagining Policing
• Fire Department updates
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Commission on Disability

The Commission on Disability is meeting to review progress on several initiatives. The agenda includes an update on the survey soft launch and discussions regarding base level funding and commission goals.

• Update on survey soft launch
• Discussion of base level funding
• Possible bank account for Round up program
• Easthampton TV closed captioning update
• Approval of Community Involvement subcommittee calendar

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The Public Art Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a commissioned sculpture. The project is intended for the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills.

• RFP for commissioned sculpture at Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills

Easthampton Community Garden

The Community Garden Committee meeting consists of procedural reports and committee updates. The agenda includes reviews of operations, outreach, and the Donation Garden.

• Treasurer’s report and endorsement of purchase orders
• Operations report
• Outreach report
• Donation Garden report
• Gardener feedback

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee will discuss Chapter 13 – Welcoming Community Trust Ordinance. The committee will also review the Housing Production Plan as it relates to zoning ordinances. Members will share new findings from previous meetings.

• Review of Chapter 13 – Welcoming Community Trust Ordinance
• Discussion of Housing Production Plan regarding zoning ordinances
• Sharing of new findings from previous meetings

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee is discussing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new sculpture. The project is located at the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills.

• RFP for Commissioned Sculpture at the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to modify an existing special permit at 69 Ferry Street to include retail and service uses. The board will also discuss potential amendments to the Beacon Solar, LLC special permit at 50 Florence Road.

• Public hearing for use modifications at 69 Ferry Street
• Review of solar facility permit amendments for Beacon Solar, LLC at 50 Florence Road
• Approval of June 15, 2021, Planning Board minutes

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission is continuing work on a draft strategy and ordinance language regarding vacant storefronts. The commission will also review a cover letter approach and discuss registry options.

• Drafting ordinance language for vacant storefronts
• Review of registry approach and cover letter strategy

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The City Council Ordinance Committee will discuss proposed changes to city ordinances. These include a prohibition on single-use plastics and updates to stormwater management and illicit discharge detection regulations.

• Proposed amendments to prohibit single-use plastics (Sec. 6-21)
• Proposal to amend the Stormwater Management Ordinance (Chapter 12, Art. VII)
• Proposal to amend the Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination Ordinance (Chapter 12, Art. VIII)

Community Relations Committee

The committee will hold a strategic planning session with Darryck Dean. Members will also discuss a proposal to establish a subcommittee for bylaws. Additionally, the committee plans to discuss a letter from the Mayor sent on April 15, 2021.

• Strategic planning session with Darryck Dean
• Proposal to establish a bylaws subcommittee
• Discussion of a letter from the Mayor dated April 15, 2021

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review a stormwater permit application for a new trail network at 96 East Street. The meeting also includes a hearing for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive and updates on various environmental compliance projects.

• Stormwater Permit application for Mt. Tom North Trailhead Park
• Notice of Intent for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Enforcement actions regarding CFN Properties LLC and others
• Aquatic vegetation management at Nashawannuck Pond
• Compliance updates for active environmental projects

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Easthampton Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will review minutes from April and May meetings. The board will also discuss recent discussions with Mayor LaChapelle and Councilor Peake regarding Affordable Housing Trusts and other housing support ideas.

• Approval of April and May meeting minutes
• Updates from City Council and CPA meetings
• Discussion on Affordable Housing Trusts and initiatives to support affordable housing
• Advocacy updates

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance regarding setback requirements for a property at 72 East Street. The board also plans to discuss public hearing procedures and approve minutes from January and April 2021.

• Variance request for setback requirements at 72 East Street
• Discussion of Public Hearing procedure
• Approval of minutes from 1/27/21 and 4/28/21

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss ongoing inspection concerns regarding Captain Jack’s. The board will also consider HACCP variance requests for Pangea Sushi and River Valley Co-Op. Additionally, the board will review a draft email for daycares.

• Inspection concerns at Captain Jack’s
• HACCP Variance Request: Pangea Sushi
• HACCP Variance Request: River Valley Co-Op
• Review of draft email for daycares by PHN

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the FY2021/FY2022 budget. The agenda includes reviews of pavilion capacity for 2021 rentals, Millside Park events, and Camp Nonotuck programming. The commission will also address field fees, policies, lifeguard shortages, and COVID-19 restrictions.

• FY2021/FY2022 budget
• Pavilion capacity for 2021 rentals
• Millside Park events
• Park field fees and policies
• Lifeguard shortage and COVID-19 restrictions

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss an RFP for a commissioned sculpture at the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills. Members will also determine bike rack locations at Union & Main Street.

• RFP for Commissioned Sculpture at the Ferry Street Gateway to the Mills
• Determining bike rack location at Union & Main Street
• Juror Committee make-up
• Approval of May 19 minutes

School Building Committee

The Maple Elementary School Building Committee will review project updates and reports. The agenda includes an OPM report and a Design Team report regarding FF&E discussion. The committee will also approve the minutes from May 25, 2021.

• Approval of May 25, 2021, minutes
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report regarding FF&E discussion

Contributory Retirement Board

The board will approve meeting minutes and Warrant #6. Discussions include the clerk position posting and holiday premiums. The board will also process new member enrollments and retirement service transfers.

• Approval of new members Richard Gallo, Cassie Tragert, and Kevin Truong
• Review of clerk position posting
• Retirement service buyback request for Melanie Kiniry
• Transfer of deductions for Michael Safron and Alan Schadel
• Approval of Warrant #6

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet to review and sign several administrative items. This includes reviewing motor vehicle abatement applications and recommitments. The board will also review the FY2022 real estate, CPA, and personal property warrants.

• FY2022 real estate, CPA, and personal property warrants
• Motor vehicle abatement applications
• Motor vehicle recommitments

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will review minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Honeywell RFP, Eversource account monitoring, and updates on municipal aggregation research. A solar ordinance review is currently on hold pending a subcommittee meeting.

• Review/approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Honeywell RFP and Eversource account monitoring discussion
• Update on municipal aggregation research
• Committee social media posts and shared document use

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The committee will discuss a tree removal proposal from Eversource at the Route 5 end of the trail. Members will also receive updates on trail maintenance, including landscaping and graffiti removal. The meeting includes discussions regarding street lights near Williston.

• Eversource tree removal proposal at Rte. 5 end of the trail
• Update on hiring a landscaper for trail mowing
• Trail maintenance updates including root removal and paving
• Discussion on street lights along the trail toward Williston
• Pioneer Valley bike week in September

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will discuss the Ranked Choice Voting ordinance ahead of a City Council public hearing on July 7, 2021. Members will also begin discussions regarding voter education and publicity efforts. The agenda includes administrative tasks such as approving minutes and addressing the committee secretary position.

• Discussion of Ranked Choice Voting ordinance
• City Council public hearing on RCV ordinance scheduled for July 7, 2021
• Voter education and publicity discussion
• Committee secretary position or rotation

Community Preservation Act Committee

The CPA Committee will consider applications for affordable housing site assessments and a historic survey of the Hampden-Hampshire Canal. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Reservation Road open space acquisition and a library deed restriction. Administrative business includes approving minutes from April 15, 2021.

• Valley CDC predevelopment assessments for affordable housing sites
• Hampden-Hampshire Canal historic survey
• Reservation Road open space acquisition
• Emily Williston Library historic preservation deed restriction

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2022 municipal operating budget and several zoning ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes supplemental appropriations for staff workshops and well repairs.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022 municipal operating budget
• $27,000 appropriation for “Undoing Racism” workshops
• $60,000 appropriation for Nonotuck Well pump motor repairs
• Zoning amendments for marijuana delivery and courier categories
• Zoning changes to allow accessory apartments by right in all districts

Planning Board

The Planning Board and Tree Warden will hold a joint public hearing regarding an application by Walter Marek. The request seeks to amend a 2020 Special Permit for multi-family housing at the end of Colonial Ave and authorize the removal of an over-mature tree in the public right-of-way.

• Amendment to 2020 Special Permit for Multi-family Housing (Map 128, Parcel 121)
• Removal of an over-mature tree in the public right-of-way
• Approval of Planning Board minutes from May 11, May 18, and June 1, 2021

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss interdepartmental transfers and supplemental appropriations. This includes funding for city staff workshops and repairs to the Nonotuck Well pump motor. The committee will also review quarterly fiscal reports and the FY22 City Budget.

• $48,205.35 transfer from PEG Access Receipts Reserved Account
• $27,000 for 'Undoing Racism' workshops
• $60,000 for Nonotuck Well pump motor repairs
• Review of FY22 City Budget
• Quarterly report on Covid-19 grant funding and spending

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission is meeting to continue designing draft strategy and ordinance language regarding vacant storefronts. The agenda also includes updates from the Planning Department and approval of May 18, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Drafting strategy and ordinance language for vacant storefronts
• Progress on creating a draft list of vacant properties
• Review of Arlington bylaw language for revision
• Updates from the Planning Department

Conservation Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding a large-scale solar project at 50 Florence Road and trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. They will also review a stormwater application for a new trail network at Mt. Tom North Trailhead Park. The meeting includes updates on several active environmental permits and enforcement actions.

• Public hearing for large-scale solar project at 50 Florence Road
• Stormwater permit for new trail network at Mt. Tom North Trailhead Park
• Notice of Intent for trail improvements at 100 Bassett Brook Drive
• Review of enforcement actions and active environmental permits

Housing Authority

The Easthampton Housing Authority will review financial reports and revised income limits. The board also plans to elect a replacement for the Community Preservation Act Committee. Additionally, members will consider approving Juneteenth as an official holiday for employees.

• Electing a new member to the CPA Committee
• Reviewing revised income limits (PHN 2021-06)
• Approving Juneteenth as a paid holiday for employees
• Discussing public housing innovation funding availability (PHN 2021-08)
• Reviewing a letter regarding sex offenders in elderly communities

School Committee

The Easthampton School Committee will review subcommittee updates and superintendent reports regarding high school start times and SRO recommendations. The committee is also scheduled to vote on approving school payroll and accounts payable from June 3, 2021.

• Approval of $563,571.65 school payroll dated 6/3/2021
• Approval of $119,605.40 accounts payable authorization for payment dated 6/3/2021
• Presentation on high school start times
• Update on SRO recommendations
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining strategy with the Easthampton Education Association Teacher and Support Unit

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to share findings from questions raised in previous meetings. The committee will also discuss Chapter 12 – Environmental Ordinances.

• Review of Chapter 12 – Environmental Ordinances
• Sharing findings based on questions from previous meetings

Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee

The committee will review reports on spring programming, including the Spot Lot Spring Series and Cottage Street Window Display. Members will also discuss future programs such as an Art Walk and ECA Gallery.

• Approval of April 5th minutes
• Spring Programming Report (Spot Lot Spring Series, Cottage Street Window Display, ECA Studio Residency Program, ECA Artist Grants Initiative closeout)
• Public Art Updates
• Future ECA Programming (Art Walk, ECA Gallery, MAP Studio Residency)

School Committee

The School Committee will hold an executive session to conduct bargaining strategies with the Teacher's Association Unit A. No other items are listed for this meeting.

• Bargaining strategies with Teacher’s Association Unit A

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2022 municipal operating budget. The agenda also includes supplemental appropriations for snow removal, fire department funding, and well pump repairs. Additionally, the council will consider items related to single-use plastics and ranked choice voting.

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2022 municipal operating budget
• $94,400 supplemental appropriation for DPW snow removal shortfall
• $63,000 supplemental appropriation for Fire Dept funding and repairs
• Ordinance amendment regarding prohibition of single-use plastics
• Proposal for a ranked choice voting city ordinance

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review current water use restrictions and trigger conditions. The board will also consider approving the May 5, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approval of May 5, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Easthampton Energy Project presentation with Honeywell
• Review of current water use restrictions and trigger conditions

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet remotely to approve previous minutes and provide time for public comments. The meeting includes a continuing review of the Mayor's Pledge to Reimagining Policing.

• Approval of minutes not previously approved
• Continuing review of the Mayor's Pledge to Reimagining Policing

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee is meeting remotely to provide updates on pond management. Discussion items include the Gabion Weir, siltation basin, and cyanobacteria monitoring. The committee will also address 501C3 status and a resignation.

• Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin updates
• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• Discussion regarding 501C3 status
• Notice of resignation

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the FY 2022 City Budget and quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor. The committee will also address new business items regarding worker's compensation, DPW snow removal, and Fire Department funding. Public hearings for these items are scheduled for June 2, 2021.

• $19,701.00 for FY ’21 Worker’s Compensation remaining balance due
• $94,400.00 for FY ’21 DPW snow removal shortfall
• $63,000 for Fire Dept. Deputy Chief funding, vehicle repairs, and maintenance
• Review of quarterly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Quarterly report on Covid-19 grant funding and spending

School Committee

The School Committee will hold an executive session to discuss bargaining strategies with the Teacher’s Association Unit A. The meeting is scheduled via Zoom.

• Executive Session regarding bargaining strategies with Teacher's Association Unit A

School Building Committee

The committee will review reports from the OPM and the design team. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 4, 2021.

• Approval of May 4, 2021, minutes
• OPM Report
• Design Team Report regarding FF&E discussion

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The committee will discuss a DPW proposal to amend the Stormwater Management Ordinance. It will also review ongoing zoning amendments scheduled for public hearings on June 16th.

• Proposal to amend Chapter 12, Stormwater Management Ordinance
• Zoning amendment for cannabis delivery
• Multi-family dwelling proposal with 15% affordable units
• Replacement of Accessory Apartments section with Accessory Dwelling Units (ADA)

Board of Assessors

The Easthampton Board of Assessors is meeting to review and sign various applications. The agenda includes reviewing motor vehicle abatement applications, motor vehicle recommitments, and real estate abatements.

• Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications
• Motor Vehicle Recommitments
• Real Estate Abatements

Conservation Commission

The Commission approved an Order of Conditions for a new single-family home at Ferry Street and Duda Drive, requiring a restoration plan and weekly monitoring. A hearing regarding a large-scale solar project at 50 Florence Road was continued to June 14th. The Commission also approved a minor expansion of a concrete pad on Williston Avenue.

• Approved Order of Conditions for new home construction at Ferry Street/Duda Drive with monitoring and restoration requirements
• Approved Negative Determination Type 3 for concrete pad expansion on Williston Avenue
• Continued hearing for large-scale solar project at 50 Florence Road to June 14th
• Issued Certificate of Compliance for completed work at 21 Sterling Drive

School Committee - Policy Subcommittee

The School Committee Policy Subcommittee is meeting to discuss two specific policies. These include the EBCFA Face Coverings Policy and the KG-F Community Use of Facilities Policy.

• Discussion of EBCFA Face Coverings Policy
• Discussion of KG-F Community Use of Facilities Policy

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee will meet remotely to discuss ordinances and committee organization. The agenda includes approving minutes and addressing the committee secretary position or rotation. No specific details regarding ordinance content were provided in the notice.

• Ordinance discussion
• Committee secretary position/rotation
• Approval of minutes

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY22 City Budget, specifically regarding revenue, general government, and CPA. The committee will also review monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and a report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending.

• FY22 City Budget (Revenue, General Government, CPA)
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Monthly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending
• Approval of May 13 meeting minutes

City Council

The Easthampton City Council will hold public hearings regarding a $100,000 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for legal expenses. The council will also review planning board recommendations for cannabis delivery and housing zoning amendments. Additionally, the agenda includes supplemental appropriations for snow removal and fire department needs.

• $100,000 appropriation from Cannabis Stabilization for legal expenses
• Cannabis delivery zoning amendment recommendation
• Two housing zoning amendments recommendation
• Stormwater Management Ordinance amendment request
• $94,400 supplemental appropriation for DPW snow removal shortfall

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming 2021 fall events, rentals, and Camp Nonotuck programming. The commission will also review the FY2021/FY2022 budget and COVID-19 response efforts.

• FY2021/FY2022 budget
• 2021 Fall Events & Rentals
• Camp Nonotuck programming
• Park Facilities
• Parks and Recreation COVID-19 Response

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss updates regarding the Mass DOT Winter Shared Streets Grant and bike rack installations. Members will also review ECA wayfinding map locations and the NAR Grant Application timeline.

• Mass DOT Winter Shared Streets Grant updates
• Bike rack installations
• ECA wayfinding maps locations
• NAR Grant Application timeline
• Approval of April 21 minutes

Ordinance Review Committee

The Ordinance Review Ad-Hoc Committee will review Chapter 11 regarding Animal Control and share findings from previous meetings. The committee also plans to present its progress to the City Council.

• Review of Chapter 11 – Animal Control
• Presentation of committee progress to City Council
• Sharing new findings from previous meetings

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will review the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding a solar ordinance review and updates on municipal aggregation research.

• Solar Ordinance Review and Discussion
• Honeywell RFP & Eversource Account Monitoring
• Municipal Aggregation research update
• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Development & Industrial Commission

The commission will review the April 20, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation regarding vacant storefronts policy in Arlington and updates from the Planning Department. Discussion will also cover 2021 goals including social media guidance and a weekend downtown rounds bus.

• Approval of April 20, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation on vacant storefronts policy in Arlington
• Planning Department updates
• Updates on CY2021 goals regarding social media guidance and a weekend downtown rounds bus

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss portions of the FY22 City Budget, specifically regarding education, debt, interest, and unclassified items. The committee will also review monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and a report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending.

• FY22 City Budget (Education, Debt, Interest, Unclassified)
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Monthly Report on Covid-19 grant funding and Spending
• Approval of May 13 meeting minutes

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The committee will review the April 19, 2021 minutes and receive updates on trail maintenance. Discussions include root damage and a report on the New Haven & Northampton Canal Greenway unified trail meeting. An update on street lights heading towards Williston is also scheduled.

• Trail maintenance update
• Root damage discussion
• Report on New Haven & Northampton Canal Greenway unified trail meeting
• Update on street lights heading towards Williston

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY22 City Budget, specifically regarding public safety and human services. The committee will also review monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and updates on COVID-19 grant funding and spending. A public hearing for the budget is scheduled for June 2, 2021.

• FY22 City Budget (Public Safety, Human Services)
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Monthly Report on Covid-19 grant funding and spending

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a supplemental appropriation of $100,000 for legal services. The committee is also scheduled to review the FY22 City Budget regarding Public Works, Enterprise, Culture and Recreation.

• $100,000 supplemental appropriation for legal services
• FY22 City Budget (Public Works, Enterprise, Culture and Recreation)
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Monthly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending

Historical Commission

The commission will review an archaeological report for Mount Tom North Trailhead Park and discuss revising the Demo Delay Ordinance. The meeting also includes updates on two grants regarding the Main Street Extension Area Inventory and the New Haven-Northampton Canal.

• Revision of the Demo Delay Ordinance/Requirements
• MHC review of archaeological report for Mount Tom North Trailhead Park
• Update on FY2020 Survey and Planning Grant – Main Street Extension Area Inventory
• Update on New Haven - Northampton Canal DLTA Grant

Cultural District Subcommittee

The Cultural District Committee is holding a remote meeting to discuss updates regarding the Cottage Street Cultural District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and public speech time.

• Cottage Street Cultural District updates
• Approval of minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board and City Council Ordinance Subcommittee are holding a joint meeting for public hearings on several zoning amendments. These proposals include new categories for cannabis delivery and updated permitting for multifamily and accessory apartment developments.

• Creation of Marijuana Delivery and Courier use categories
• Allowing Multifamily dwellings with 15% affordable by Plan Approval in R-5, R-10, R-15, R-35, DB, HB, NB, and MI districts
• Allowing Accessory Apartments by right in all districts

School Committee

The School Committee will discuss updates from the policy, finance, and COVID response subcommittees. The agenda also includes superintendent reports on parent engagement and grants. The committee is scheduled to vote on approving recent school payroll and accounts payable.

• Approval of school payroll dated 5/6/2021 in the amount of $536,364.58
• Approval of accounts payable authorization for payment dated 5/6/2021 in the amount of $188,739.52
• Policy Subcommittee update regarding March 30, 2021 minutes
• COVID Response Update

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The Planning Board and City Council Ordinance Subcommittee will hold public hearings regarding several zoning amendments. The proposed changes involve cannabis establishment categories, multifamily housing affordability requirements, and accessory apartment regulations.

• Amendments to allow Marijuana Delivery and Courier use categories
• Allowing multifamily dwellings with 15% affordable by Plan Approval in specific districts
• Allowing Accessory Apartments by right in all districts

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors will meet via Zoom to approve previous meeting minutes. The board is scheduled to review and sign applications for motor vehicle abatements, motor vehicle recommitments, and real estate abatements.

• Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications
• Motor Vehicle Recommitments
• Real Estate Abatements

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an ecological restoration project at 99 Mt. Tom Avenue. The meeting also includes reviews of enforcement actions and updates on various active compliance projects.

• Public hearing for ecological restoration at 99 Mt. Tom Avenue
• Review of enforcement actions at 10 O’Neil Street and 37 South Street
• Compliance updates for Nashawannuck Pond aquatic vegetation management
• Discussion of proposed bridge work on Glendale Avenue
• Discussion of proposed rip-rap installation at Williston Northampton School

Housing Authority

The Board will review and approve the first quarter financial report as of March 31, 2021. They will also review a recent grievance hearing decision. Additionally, board member Edward Swinicki is set to resign effective July 1, 2021.

• Approval of 1st Quarter Financials
• Review of recent grievance hearing decision
• Resignation of board member Edward Swinicki

Easthampton Community Garden

The Community Garden Committee meeting consists of routine reports and committee business. The agenda includes updates on operations, outreach, and the donation garden.

• Acceptance of minutes
• Treasurer’s report and purchase order endorsements
• Operations, outreach, and donation garden reports
• Gardener feedback

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet remotely to continue discussion of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing Report. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and time for public comments.

• Continuing discussion of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing Report
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to consider forwarding revised stormwater regulations to the City Council for MS4 compliance. The agenda also includes the approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes and reports from the Mayor and Director.

• Vote to forward revised stormwater regulations to City Council for MS4 compliance
• Approval of April 21, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Director’s Report

City Council - Ordinance Committee

The committee will discuss ongoing zoning amendment proposals regarding cannabis delivery and multi-family housing. The agenda also includes a proposal to replace Section 8.5 concerning accessory apartments. No new business was listed for this meeting.

• Cannabis delivery zoning amendments
• Multi-family dwellings with 15% affordable units in certain districts
• Replacement of Sec. 8.5 (Accessory Apartments) with new Accessory Dwelling Units (ADA)

Community Relations Committee

The committee will hold a strategic planning session featuring a presentation and discussion with Darryck Dean. The agenda also includes a proposal to establish a subcommittee for bylaws. Additionally, the committee will review minutes from meetings held in March and April 2021.

• Strategic planning session with Darryck Dean
• Proposal to establish a bylaw subcommittee
• Approval of minutes from March 2, March 16, and April 6, 2021

City Council - Property Committee

The City Council Property Committee will discuss infrastructure items related to a school project. This includes the relocation of utility poles on Park St. and Main St., as well as an Eversource gas easement request.

• Relocation of a jointly owned utility pole on Park St. near South St.
• Utility pole location on Main St. near South St.
• Eversource gas easement request for the school project

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review minutes from February and March 2021 meetings. The board will also continue a public hearing regarding a special permit application for 105 Pleasant Street.

• Special permit request for a restaurant, bar, and indoor recreation at 105 Pleasant St
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2021, and March 24, 2021

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor and a report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending for schools. The committee will also consider an interdepartment transfer of $1,000 to address a City Council year-end budget deficit. A public hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2021.

• $1,000 interdepartment transfer for City Council year-end budget deficit
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor
• Monthly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending (school report only)
• Public hearing scheduled for May 5, 2021

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the FY2021 and FY2022 budgets and 2021 park rentals. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Camp Nonotuck programming, park facilities, and the COVID-19 response.

• FY2021/FY2022 budget discussion
• 2021 park rentals
• Camp Nonotuck programming
• Park facilities
• Parks and Recreation COVID-19 response

School Department - White Brook Middle School Council

The White Brook Middle School Council will receive an update from the COVID-19 Rapid Response Team. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the return to in-person learning and MCAS continuation for Grade 8.

• COVID-19 Rapid Response Team update
• Return to in-person learning update
• MCAS Continuation, Grade 8
• Meal pick up at EHS and Maple School

School Committee

The School Committee will meet to approve school payroll and accounts payable for April 22, 2021. The meeting also includes discussions on face covering policy updates and superintendent reports regarding school reopening and senior events.

• Approval of $533,120.20 in school payroll dated 4/22/2021
• Approval of $534,857.53 in accounts payable authorization for payment dated 4/22/2021
• Second reading of EBCFA face coverings policy update
• Superintendent updates on school reopening and senior events

Contributory Retirement Board

The Easthampton Retirement Board will discuss the FY 2022 operations budget and the administrator's annual contract. The meeting includes reviewing new member enrollments and processing retirement deduction refunds. The board will also address an intent to retire from the School Department.

• Approval of FY 2022 operations budget for May
• Review of administrator annual contract for May approval
• Retirement deduction refunds for Alex Goncalves and Gregoire Bolduc
• Intent to retire: Susan Gallo, School Department
• Transfer of deductions for Gabriella Klinakis to Holyoke Retirement Board

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors is meeting to review several tax-related applications. The session includes reviewing motor vehicle abatements, recommitments, and real estate exemptions or abatements.

• Review of Motor Vehicle Abatement Applications
• Review of Motor Vehicle Recommitment
• Review of Real Estate Exemptions
• Review of Real Estate Abatements

Conservation Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new single-family home on Ferry Street/Duda Drive and an ecological restoration project at 99 Mt. Tom Avenue. The agenda also includes a request from Pan Am Railways, Inc. to verify resource area boundaries for herbicide treatment.

• New single-family home construction at Ferry Street/Duda Drive
• Ecological Restoration Limited Project at 99 Mt. Tom Avenue
• Herbicide treatment boundary determination for Pan Am Railways, Inc.
• Echodale West Orchard Area Improvements update
• Union Street Improvements updated plan

Nashawannuck Pond Committee

The Nashawannuck Pond Committee will discuss updates regarding the Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin. The meeting also includes discussions about cyanobacteria, water quality monitoring, and 501C3 status.

• Gabion Weir and Siltation Basin updates
• Cyanobacteria/water quality monitoring
• Discussion regarding 501C3 status
• Discussion regarding macrophytes

City Council - Public Safety Committee

The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet to begin a review of the Mayor’s Pledge to Reimagining Policing. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public speaking time.

• Review of the Mayor's Pledge to Reimagining Policing
• Approval of minutes not previously approved

Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership

The Easthampton Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will meet to approve minutes from the March meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Jane Loechler and Donna Cabana of Valley CDC. The group will also discuss CHAPA’s Municipal Engagement Program office hours and receive advocacy updates.

• Approval of March meeting minutes
• Presentation by Valley CDC (Jane Loechler and Donna Cabana)
• CHAPA’s Municipal Engagement Program office hours
• Advocacy updates

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on supplemental appropriations for the Emily Williston Library ventilation system and a migration to Google Workspace. The agenda also includes discussions regarding zoning amendments for solar installations, cannabis delivery, and affordable housing.

• $71,200 from CPA funds for Emily Williston Library ventilation system
• $30,078 to migrate city messaging system to Google Workspace for Government
• Zoning amendment for solar installation requirements on certain new construction
• Zoning amendment to allow cannabis delivery
• $1,000 transfer for council legal advertising and clerical support

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will continue discussions regarding the FY22 DPW budget and rate review. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes from April 7, 2021, and a director's report.

• FY22 DPW Budget and Rate Review
• Approval of April 7, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Director’s Report

Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review March 17th minutes and receive updates on NAR and Mass DOT grant applications. Members will also discuss a possible public art partnership with Art in the Orchard and address committee roles.

• NAR Grant Application update
• Mass DOT Winter Shared Streets Grant update
• Donation Policy circulation to City Depts
• Fender Bender Placard update
• Potential partnership with Art in the Orchard

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging is reviewing an expansion of the weekly lunch program to three days per week at 50 Payson. The board is also discussing a new CISA FarmShare collaboration with Park Hill Orchards and potential state budget impacts on senior funding. Additionally, members are addressing records retention and vaccine updates.

• Expansion of ECOA lunch program to three days per week at 50 Payson
• New CISA FarmShare program launching in June with Park Hill Orchards
• Discussion regarding FY22 state budget and senior formula grant funding
• Updates on COVID-19 testing availability for municipal employees
• Plan to destroy outreach records older than three years

Development & Industrial Commission

The Easthampton Development & Industrial Commission will discuss its 2021 action plan goals. This includes strategies for identifying vacant properties and storefronts. The commission will also review ideas for city event transportation and outdoor dining options.

• Finalizing Blueprint Easthampton text regarding EDIC's role
• Action plan for identifying vacant properties and storefronts
• Transportation ideas for city music, art, and food events
• Outdoor dining proposals including sidewalk expansion and 50 Payson parking lot use

Easthampton Cultural Council

The council is meeting to review and vote on requests for grant amendments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding grantee contact, council programming, and the council website.

• Review/vote on grant amendment requests
• Discussion of council officers
• Discussion of council website

Community Relations Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Easthampton Community Relations Committee on April 20, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included a strategic planning session with Darryck Dean and a proposal to establish a subcommittee for bylaws.

• Strategic planning session with Darryck Dean
• Proposal to establish a subcommittee for bylaws

Manhan Rail Trail Committee

The committee will discuss a proposed art installation at the Ferry St./Millside Park entrance with a guest from Easthampton City Arts. Updates on trail maintenance, mulching, and bench re-staining are also scheduled. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on street lights along the trail heading towards Williston.

• Art installation at Ferry St./Millside Park entrance area
• Trail maintenance, mulching, and bench re-staining updates
• Street light updates heading towards Williston
• Approval of February 22, 2021 minutes

Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee

The Ranked Choice Voting Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss ordinances and procedures for ranked choice voting. Discussion topics include the write-in resolution process and ballot duplication process. The committee will also address secretary rotation and a training report.

• Ordinance discussion
• Write-in resolution process
• Ballot duplication process
• Committee secretary position/rotation

Community Preservation Act Committee

The CPA Committee will review administrative items including account balances and project updates. The committee will also discuss modifications to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program guidelines and a preservation deed restriction for the Emily Williston Library.

• Modifications to Emergency Rental Assistance Program guidelines
• Emily Williston Library Preservation Deed Restriction
• Review of account balances and open projects
• Approval of March 18, 2021 meeting minutes

Senior Tax Work-off Committee

The Senior Tax Work-off Committee is meeting to discuss the implementation and coordination of the Senior Tax Work-off Program. The agenda also includes a discussion with the Council on Aging Board of Directors.

• Implementation and coordination of the Senior Tax Work-off Program
• Discussion with Council on Aging Board of Directors

City Council - Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss supplemental appropriations for city messaging and library ventilation. The committee will also review monthly reports regarding COVID-19 grant funding and spending. Additionally, members will review monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor.

• $30,078 to migrate city messaging system to Google Workspace for Govt
• $71,200 CPA funds for Emily Williston Library ventilation system
• Monthly report on COVID-19 grant funding and spending
• Review of monthly fiscal reports from the City Auditor

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission will discuss revisions to the current Demo Delay Ordinance and its requirements. The meeting also includes updates on 5 & 9 East St and progress regarding two grants.

• Revision of the Demo Delay Bylaw/Ordinance
• Update on 5 & 9 East St
• FY2020 Survey and Planning Grant update for Main Street Extension Area Inventory
• New Haven - Northampton Canal DLTA Grant update

School Committee - Finance Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review reports comparing expenditures to the budget for Fiscal Year 2021. This includes reviews of Quarter 2 and Quarter 3.

• Review of Quarter 2 FY21 expenditures vs budget
• Review of Quarter 3 FY21 expenditures vs budget

Cultural District Subcommittee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Cottage Street Cultural District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a period for public speech. No specific details were provided for new business.

• Cultural District updates
• Approval of minutes

Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Advisory Committee will discuss the solar ordinance in preparation for a Planning Meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding municipal aggregation, electric school bus fleets, and Honeywell RFP and Eversource account monitoring.

• Solar Ordinance Review and Discussion
• Honeywell RFP & Eversource Account Monitoring
• Municipal Aggregation discussion
• Electric School Bus Fleet discussion
• Review of March 15, 2021 Meeting Minutes