{
 "city": "Easthampton",
 "state": "Massachusetts",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/easthamptonma.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-07",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Agricultural Commission",
   "headline": "Agricultural Commission to discuss farmland maps and t-shirt design",
   "summary": "The Agricultural Commission will hold a routine meeting focusing on administrative items including approval of previous minutes, a public speak period, and new business brainstorming. Key discussions include the use of new maps for a farmland inventory and establishing a protocol for receiving donations. The commission will also vote on a t-shirt design and schedule the next meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-3553",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "City Council - Public Safety Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to review e-bike regulations and stop sign request",
   "summary": "The Public Safety Committee will discuss amending the General Ordinances to include e-bike regulations and consider a request for a stop sign at Brook St. and Hendrick St. They will also conduct a quarterly review of public safety departments and review traffic rules and orders.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-3549",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Rent Study Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss rent stabilization home rule petition, cap on increases",
   "summary": "The Rent Study Committee will discuss a home rule petition to allow Easthampton to implement rent stabilization. They will begin setting policy parameters such as the cap on rent increases and solidify a working group to draft legislation. The committee will also review prior meeting minutes, hold public comment, and receive updates on membership and Somerville anti-displacement task force materials.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-3554",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Board of Health",
   "headline": "Board of Health will hold hearings on 41 Briggs St and La Veracruzana",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Board of Health will review and approve the minutes from the June 10 meeting, hear public comments, and conduct two public hearings—one concerning 41 Briggs Street and another concerning La Veracruzana. The board will also receive updates from the Director of Public Health and the Health Inspector, and discuss proposed changes to body‑art and tobacco regulations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-3552",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Cultural District Subcommittee",
   "headline": "Cultural District Committee will discuss upcoming district events",
   "summary": "The Cultural District Committee will hold a public meeting on July 8, 2026 at City Hall. The agenda includes a call to order, a public speak period, approval of the previous meeting minutes, and a discussion of events programmed for the district. No decisions beyond discussion are indicated.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-3546",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee",
   "headline": "Public Art Subcommittee discusses mural, utility box art, and bike rack maintenance",
   "summary": "The Easthampton City Arts Public Art Subcommittee is discussing updates on several ongoing public art projects, including the Have A Heart For Public Art Brunch silent auction, the Community Mosaic Mural Project 2026, and the Power to the People utility box Art Walk celebration. They also plan to review maintenance of the 01027 bike rack on Main Street and repainting Union Street bike racks in ECA purple. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes. No votes or decisions are noted on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-3551",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Nashawannuck Pond Committee",
   "headline": "Nashawannuck Pond Committee to discuss shoreline, platform, and basin",
   "summary": "The Nashawannuck Pond Committee will meet to discuss ongoing projects including shoreline stabilization, a viewing platform update, and a siltation basin. The agenda is limited to old business items; no new business or specific votes are listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-3556",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Commission on Disability",
   "headline": "Commission on Disability to discuss accessibility ordinance update and events",
   "summary": "The Commission on Disability will discuss updates to the accessibility ordinance and plan for World Disability Day. Other topics include a July reading event, community survey subcommittee update, and recruiting new members. The meeting includes routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and public speak.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-3550",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Housing Authority",
   "headline": "Housing Authority to vote on state reimbursement and staff stipend",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Housing Authority will consider several routine motions including accepting financial reports and a $17.50 weekly telephone stipend for the executive director and resident service coordinator. Members will also discuss meeting survey results and future meeting dates. The meeting is largely procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-3547",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "City Council - Property Committee",
   "headline": "Eversource seeks permission for two new utility poles on Knipfer Ave and Greenwood Court",
   "summary": "The City Council Property Committee will consider two pole location requests from Eversource. The first request is for a jointly owned 35‑foot pole on Knipfer Avenue, positioned 18 feet from the road centerline, 48 feet east of pole 91/B14 and 30 feet west of pole 91/B15, to serve a new home at 32 Knipfer Avenue. The second request is for a solely owned pole on Greenwood Court, 18 feet from the road centerline and 50 feet from existing pole 71/7, to provide service to 20 Greenwood Court. No other business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07152026-3548",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-06",
   "body": "Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee",
   "headline": "Arts committee gets updates on events, discusses budget and futures project",
   "summary": "The Easthampton City Arts Coordinating Committee will approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates on Art Walk, Public Art, the Cottage Street Cultural District events, and fall concerts. They will also discuss the city budget, a Chamber update, a nonprofit update, and the Easthampton Futures Project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07062026-3555",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-02",
   "body": "Easthampton Community Garden",
   "headline": "Community Garden Committee to discuss removing compost pile for new plots, invasive species management",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Community Garden Committee will hear routine reports on finances, outreach, operations, and events. Under new business, members will discuss removing an old compost pile to create new garden plots, managing multifloral rose and thistle with assistance from UMASS, and selecting a location for a new compost operation. The chair also notes plans to delegate tasks as she prepares to step down.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07022026-3545",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Board of Assessors",
   "headline": "Assessors to sign FY2027 tax warrants, consider data collector hire",
   "summary": "The Board of Assessors will meet to approve routine tax documents including motor vehicle abatements, exemption denials, and Community Preservation Act exemptions. They will also sign FY2027 real estate, CPA, and personal property warrants. The board will discuss filling a data collector position and receive informational exemption presentations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06302026-3544",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-26",
   "body": "Board of Registrars of Voters",
   "headline": "Board to set recount date for June 9 Special City Election",
   "summary": "The Board of Registrars of Voters will vote to schedule a recount of the June 9, 2026 Special City Election results, and will review the recount procedure. This is a procedural meeting focused on election integrity.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06262026-3543",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Special City Council meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "This special meeting of the Easthampton City Council, scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda had included a continued public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Budget.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-3541",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Board of Registrars of Voters",
   "headline": "Board to set recount date for June 9 special election",
   "summary": "The Board of Registrars of Voters will vote on a date for a recount of the June 9, 2026 Special City Election results. The meeting, originally scheduled for June 25, has been rescheduled to June 26 with the time to be determined. This is the only item on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-3542",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership",
   "headline": "CPA application for 17 Adams Street and zoning update discussed",
   "summary": "The Affordable & Fair Housing Partnership will review a Community Preservation Act application for 17 Adams Street (Ilene Roizman), receive an update on the Town Lodging RFR, and discuss next steps for zoning recommendations following Ordinance Committee meetings in July. The board also plans to approve April 2026 meeting minutes and address committee vacancies.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-3536",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council opposes cell tower at 1 Cook Rd., Southampton",
   "summary": "The City Council will continue a public hearing on the FY2027 municipal budget and consider requests from Eversource to set public hearings for utility poles. The Council is also expected to vote on a resolution opposing a proposed cell tower at 1 Cook Road in Southampton, citing visual, economic, and quality-of-life impacts on Easthampton neighborhoods.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-3540",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Contributory Retirement Board",
   "headline": "Board to review PERAC's remand of disability retirement for Sandra Kraus",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Retirement Board will consider approving minutes and hear a presentation from Mass/PRIM. Old business includes a member update and actuarial valuation. New business features an executive session to review PERAC's remand of the involuntary accidental disability retirement of Sandra Kraus, a transfer of funds for a Northampton Retirement Board employee, approval of a lease agreement, and routine financial approvals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-3538",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "City Council - Finance Committee",
   "headline": "Finance Committee to finalize FY2027 budget recommendations",
   "summary": "The City Council Finance Committee will discuss and finalize recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, mayoral communications, and public comment. No new business is listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-3539",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Manhan Rail Trail Committee",
   "headline": "City Arts to update on Union Street Pathway project",
   "summary": "The Manhan Rail Trail Committee will hear an update from Easthampton City Arts on the 'Union Street Pathway to the Mills' public art project. The committee also has numerous old/continuing business items including trail maintenance, a video of a bike ride with the mayor, Southampton trail status, donation platform discussion, trash can relocation, and tree/brush clearing. The meeting is on June 22, 2026, in person and remotely.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-3524",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Conservation Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearings on solar canopy duplex and ecological restoration",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Conservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Notices of Intent: a duplex and solar canopy at 100 Bassett Brook Drive, and ecological restoration at 228 Northampton Street. The commission will also review several enforcement actions and provide updates on numerous active permits and projects, including infrastructure improvements and housing developments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-3537",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council - Rules & Government Relations Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to consider resolution opposing cell tower at 1 Cook Road, Southampton",
   "summary": "The Rules & Government Relations Committee will discuss a City Council Action Request for a resolution opposing a proposed cell phone tower at 1 Cook Road in Southampton, Massachusetts. No other substantive items are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-3535",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Board of Public Works",
   "headline": "Board to discuss indirect cost allocations for enterprise funds",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works will hold a public speak period and then discuss indirect cost allocations for enterprise funds. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-3534",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Community Relations Committee",
   "headline": "CRC to discuss meeting format and budget status",
   "summary": "The Community Relations Committee will hold a procedural meeting to discuss internal roles, the mission statement, and the committee's budget status. Members will also consider whether to continue in-person-only meetings or allow hybrid participation via Google Meet. No votes on ordinances or funding are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-3533",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Parks & Recreation Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss FY26 & FY27 budgets, park project updates",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission will hear public comment and receive updates on Community Preservation Act projects including the skate park, dog park, spray park, and Nash Pond project. The board will also discuss the FY26 and FY27 budgets, as well as park programs, facilities upgrades, and old business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-3522",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Historical Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on demolition request at 100 Briggs Street",
   "summary": "The Historical Commission will hold a public hearing on a demolition request at 100 Briggs Street. They will also discuss the expiration of a demolition delay at 336 Main Street and hear from Eva Gerstle regarding the Easthampton Public Library. Updates on town projects including the town clock, school reuse, and Brookside Cemetery nomination are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-3527",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider resolution opposing cell tower at 1 Cook Rd, Southampton",
   "summary": "The City Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2027 municipal budget and a series of supplemental appropriations totaling over $1.1 million, including funds for dog park construction, field renovation, fire hydrants, and fuel. The council will also consider a resolution opposing a proposed cell tower in Southampton that would affect nearby Easthampton residents, and vote on rescinding bond authorizations for Old Town Hall ($2 million) and building air quality upgrades ($5 million). Other items include a request for a stop sign at Brook and Hendrick Streets and an ordinance to regulate e-bikes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-3531",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Board of Public Works",
   "headline": "Board of Public Works meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026",
   "summary": "The Board will review the minutes from the June 3, 2026, meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Enterprise for Indirect Cost Allocations and a report from the Director.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-3521",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "School Committee",
   "headline": "Vote on Chartwells food service contract renewal for FY27",
   "summary": "The Easthampton School Committee will vote on exercising the second one-year renewal option with Chartwells for food service management for FY27, including a monthly administrative fee of $8,594 and a management fee of $817. The committee will also accept $46,807.26 in donations, discuss a post-override budget amendment, and authorize year-end budget transfers.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3526",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Planning Board",
   "headline": "Lathrop Community seeks modification of 1996 special permit for site improvements",
   "summary": "The Planning Board will hold a public hearing for Lathrop Community, Inc. to modify a 1996 special permit for construction of a maintenance building, parking, and solar arrays at 100 Bassett Brook Drive. The board will also consider administrative approval for a tree cutting line modification at 283 Loudville Rd. The departure of Planner Dillon Maxfield is noted.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3529",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Energy Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Municipal aggregation bid process update on Energy Advisory Committee agenda",
   "summary": "The Committee will consider approving May meeting minutes and receive updates from subcommittees and the Sustainability Coordinator. Key discussions include renewal initiatives at the Town Lodging House, a legislative update on H.5151, and a review of Climate Action Plan actions with the Easthampton Housing Authority. The Committee will also review the municipal aggregation bid process and implementation timeline, as well as electrification and efficiency programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3530",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Energy Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Energy Advisory Committee will review renewal initiatives and municipal aggregation updates",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Energy Advisory Committee will first approve the minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss renewal initiatives for the Town Lodging House, legislative updates including H.5151, and progress on electrification and efficiency programs. The committee will also receive updates on the municipal aggregation bid process and related grant opportunities before concluding with any new business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3528",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Development & Industrial Commission",
   "headline": "EDIC to discuss challenges facing Route 10 food court",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Economic Development & Industrial Commission will discuss current challenges to a food court on Route 10, receive updates from the Planning Department, and explore member recruitment and marketing approaches. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3525",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-3525",
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Council on Aging",
   "headline": "Council on Aging to discuss finance report and summer break",
   "summary": "The Easthampton Council on Aging will hold a regular meeting to accept April minutes, hear a finance committee report on COA matters, discuss board advocacy next steps, receive a director's update on programming and services, and decide whether to take a summer break. No financial amounts or rezonings are on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-3523",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.easthamptonma.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
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