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RECEIVED: 5/7/21 at 1:36 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Call to Order; Approval of Minutes; Public Comment; Set Date for Next Trustee Meeting; Proposed Deaccessions; Re-Opening Plan; Library Director 6-Month Evaluation; FY21 Budget; Quarterly Report; Annual Fund Report; Capital Campaign Report; Friends of the Jones Library System Report; Director's Report; Adjournment

RECEIVED: 5/12/21 at 2:40 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Agenda: Vote to retroactively approve the OPM RFS and to advertise it; vote to retroactively authorize establish the OPM selection subcommittee; vote to affirm the selection of Anser Advisory as top-ranked finalist firm; public comment.

RECEIVED: 5/5/21 at 4:33 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Call to order. Public Hearing of the Finance Committee on the FY22 Town Budget - Charter Sec. 5.5(a). Residents are welcome to express their views for up to 3 minutes, at the discretion of the Town Council President, based upon the number of people who wish to speak. The regular Town Council meeting agenda will immediately follow the public hearing.

RECEIVED: 5/13/21 at 11:02 am. LIST OF TOPICS: Announcements. Public Hearing of the Finance Committee on the FY22 Town Budget. General Public Comment. Consent Agenda.Resolution Opposing the Closure of the Gorse Children’s Center at Mount Holyoke College, Race Amity Day Annual Proclamation. Presentations and Discussion: Reparations for Amherst. Action Items: State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board Spraying, Water and Sewer Rates, Pomeroy Village Intersection, Referral of Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw Section 5.011 – Accessory Dwelling Units, Referral of Proposed changes to Zoning Bylaw Section 3.3241 and Article 12 – Converted Dwelling, Approval of Audit Request for Proposals (RFP) Committee Charge, Referral of Energy and Climate Action Committee Charge. Committee and Liaison Reports. Approval of Minutes: 2/16/21, 5/3/2021, 5/7/2021. Town Manager Report. Town Council Comments. Topics Not Reasonably Anticipated by the President 48 Hours in Advance of the Meeting.

RECEIVED: 5/12/21 at 3:27 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Budget Review: Public Works, Water, Sewer, Transportation, Solid Waste. Public Comment. Topics not anticipated by the Chair 48 hours before the meeting.

RECEIVED: 5/14/21 at 1:09 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Executive Session: [MGL c.30A §21(a) 3] To discuss strategy with respect to litigation: case number 2180CV00043 Gray, Carol et al vs. Susan Audette in her capacity Acting Town Clerk; as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the litigating position of the body. The Town Council will not reconvene in open session following the executive session. There will be no public comment at this special meeting of the Town Council. Topics Not Reasonably Anticipated by the President 48 Hours in Advance of the meeting

RECEIVED: 5/12/21 at 2:22 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Agenda: 1. Discuss on-going efforts to improve the accessibility of Amherst Cultural Council funded projects. 2. Other items not reasonably anticipated in advance of this posting

RECEIVED: 5/14/21 at 8:18 am. REVISED: 5/14/21 at 3:48 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Call to Order; Approv Min of 5.4.21; Public Comment (to submit public comments email McdonaldA@arps.org or call 413-345-2949 by 3PM 5.18.21 with the Subject listed as "Public Comment". Include full name and town of res. Comments will be shared for no more than 3 min per comment and will be part of public record); Supts Update; Chair’s Update; SC Announcements; Call to order ASC; Supt Eval; Adjrn ASC; New & Cont Bus (a. SEPAC Annual Report, b. Poss Vt: Approv Student Activity Orgs, c. Discussion: 6th Grade at ARMS Process & Timing, d. 3Q Budget, e. Agenda Planning, f. Warrants); Gifts; Vote to enter into exe sess according to MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(3) to discuss strategy w/ respect to collective bargaining w/ APEA if open mtg may have detrimental effect on bargaining position of public body & chair so declares, w/ no intention of returning to open session.

RECEIVED: 5/14/21 at 3:36 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Review minutes from 2/9/21 meeting; Announcements/Updates; Project ideas; Items not foreseen 48 hours before meeting posting; Public comment; Next meeting’s agenda; Adjourn.

RECEIVED: 5/11/21 at 1:16 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: 1. Call to Order Welcome & Introductions; March 24th Minutes; 2. News and Announcements; 3. FHWB Director Updates; 4. School to Career Updates; 5. Discussion: YCCC as a networking council, removal as a committee of the Board; 5. Other Business; 6. Adjourn

RECVD: 5/3/21 at 11:47 am. TOPICS: 90 Memorial Drive (17A-18) Maya Marx and Nicholas Dufresne – Demolition of circa 1947 wood frame single-family residence. 20 Ball Lane (5A-56) Carl and Theodore Matuszko – Demolition of former automobile and truck repair garage and farm stand. 599 East Leverett Road (3B-71) Donna and Marvin Spence – Complete demolition of circa 1850 farmhouse most recently used as rental property. 462 Main Street (14B-68) John Wroblewski – Complete demolition of circa 1828 wood frame structure, known as the J.T. Wescott House (Amh.440), most recently used as an office building. PUBLIC MEETING 1. Announcements 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Jones Library Historic Preservation Restriction 4. Civil War Tablets Site Visit 5. West Cemetery Headstone Restoration Planning 6. Discussion of East Pleasant St Building 7. Discussion of Zoning in the B-L District 8. Public Comment 9. Unanticipated Items 10. Next Meeting Date ADJOURNMENT For more information email Be

RECEIVED: 4/30/21 at 11:30 am. LIST OF TOPICS: Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Board and the Community Resources Committee of the Town Council 8:00 PM Zoning Bylaw – Article 16 – Temporary Moratorium For 180 Days On Building Permits For Construction Of Residential Buildings With Three Or More Dwelling Units – Voter Petition Article pursuant to MGL Ch. 40A Section 5 - To see if the Town will vote to add Article 16 – Temporary Moratorium For 180 Days On Building Permits For Construction Of Residential Buildings With Three Or More Dwelling Units to the Zoning Bylaw which would temporarily halt the issuance of building permits for the proposed construction of any residential building including three or more dwelling units in the Business General (B-G), Business Limited (B-L) or General Residence (R-G) zoning districts in the town for a period of 180 days. To view the full description of this item, please click the document link.

REC'D: 4/30/21 at 11:33 am. TOPICS: Joint Public Hearing of the Planning Board and the Community Resources Committee of the Town Council 7:00 PM Zoning Bylaw – Zoning Bylaw – Article 15 – Inclusionary Zoning - To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw by amending Article 15, Inclusionary Zoning, to expand the applicability of Inclusionary Zoning, including amending the language referring to local preference, expanding the categories of residential uses to which the Inclusionary Zoning requirement applies, requiring a tiered level of affordability for projects requiring 6 or more affordable units, adopting a definition for “residential development” and increasing the number of affordable units required to qualify for a Special Permit to allow off-site provision of affordable units or to allow a payment-in-lieu-of provision for affordable units. Copies of the full text of the proposed zoning bylaw amendment is available in the Planning Department, Town Hall, Amherst, MA.

RECEIVED: 5/14/21 at 2:44 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Minutes; Public Comment; Joint Public Hearing with the CRC – Zoning Amendment - 7:00 PM: Zoning Bylaw – Article 15 – Inclusionary Zoning - For a full description see the Agenda Link; Joint Public Hearing with the CRC – Zoning Amendment - 8:00 PM: Zoning Bylaw – Article 16 – Temporary Moratorium For 180 Days On Building Permits For Construction Of Residential Buildings With Three Or More Dwelling Units - For a full description see the Agenda Link; Old Business A. Topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior to the meeting; New Business A. Topics not reasonably anticipated 48 hours prior to the meeting; ANR Apps; ZBA Apps; SPP/SPR/SUB Apps; PB COM & Lia Rep; Chair Rep; Staff Rep; Adjourn - For a full description see the Agenda Link.

RECEIVED: 5/4/21 at 4:01 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Joint Public Hearings with the Planning Board: 7:00 PM Zoning Bylaw – Article 15 – Inclusionary Zoning To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning Bylaw by amending Article 15, Inclusionary Zoning. 8:00 PM Zoning Bylaw – Article 16 – Temporary Moratorium For 180 Days On Building Permits For Construction Of Residential Buildings With Three Or More Dwelling Units – Voter Petition Article pursuant to MGL Ch. 40A Section 5. Items Not Anticipated by the Chair 48 Hours in Advance. Please see the agenda link and link to meeting materials folder for details.

REC'D: 5/14/21 at 8:22 am. TOPICS: PUBLIC HEARING: The Mass Dept of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has designated the Town of Amherst a Mini-Entitlement Community that is eligible to apply for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. CDBG funds support housing, community development projects, and social service activities benefiting low-and moderate-income citizens. In accordance with DHCD regulations, Amherst’s CDBG Advisory Committee will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 7 PM to receive comments and suggestions from local residents regarding:1) Review ongoing activities from CDBG-CV (CARES) grant--Microenterprise Assistance Program; Food pantry; Housing support and stabilization; Support for individuals experiencing homelessness. 2) Community priorities for the 2021 application process--Social services; Non-social services such as housing and public infrastructure; Target areas neighborhoods where non-social services can take place.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Join us for a virtual budget focused Cuppa’ Joe with Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman and special guests Finance Director Sean Mangano and Comptroller Sonia Aldrich from 8:00 am to 9:00 am on Friday, May 14th. We welcome all to join this conversation. See full details below.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

LIST OF TOPICS: Budget discussion, Zoning discussion, Boards and committees, Other.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.

Dakin Humane Society wants to inspire you to get moving this May with our #ByMySide 31-Day Activity Challenge. We encourage you to bring your furry companion along, or get active in their honor. That’s right, “we Dakin Dare you!” Whether you plan to walk, run, bike ride, or snuggle your cat (yes, that's an activity!) you'll be making a difference for animals. By participating you will be part of a virtual movement of animal lovers supporting health and happiness together while raising critical funds to support the animals and programs of Dakin.