Zoning study advances for Hampshire campus

From Amherst News

• Amherst advances zoning study for Hampshire campus. The Town of Amherst is developing zoning options for the Hampshire College property after the college announced it will end academic operations after December 2026, preparing for how the campus could be used going forward.Amherst News

Amherst on Tue, Oct 13

• Town budgets nearly $4 million for FY27 road paving. Amherst is putting almost $4 million into its fiscal 2027 pavement management plan, outlining roads to be paved and repaired this fall and next spring, with work wrapping up by June 30, 2027.Town of Amherst
• Valley Green Energy sets new rates for November. Residents enrolled in Valley Green Energy, the regional electricity buying program, will see supply prices change in November under a new two-year contract, the town said.Town of Amherst
• Curbside leaf collection schedule set for fall. The Department of Public Works will pick up bagged leaves curbside this fall using town-approved 30-gallon paper biodegradable bags. Residents should set bags at the curb by 7 a.m. on their scheduled pickup day.Town of Amherst
• Bangs Community Center renovations to finish early 2027. Renovations at the Bangs Community Center covering health and safety, accessibility, the Senior Center, and the area near Room 101 are underway. The building will stay open, with completion expected in early 2027.Town of Amherst

Coming up

• Wed, Oct 14, 6:30 p.m.: Community Safety and Social Justice Committee meets Wednesday. The Community Safety and Social Justice Committee meets Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. as part of the town's ongoing work on public safety and equity policy.Town of Amherst
• Wed, Oct 14, 7:00 p.m.: Conservation Commission meets Wednesday night. The Amherst Conservation Commission holds its regular meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m.Town of Amherst
• Thu, Oct 15: Cultural Council grant proposals due Thursday. The Amherst Cultural Council is accepting proposals for up to $56,000 in grants for community arts, humanities, and science events with broad public benefit. Applications are due Thursday, October 15.Town of Amherst
• Thu, Oct 15, 5:00 p.m.: Town Hall gallery reception honors two local artists. A reception for artists Gene Rork and Evelyn Villa opens Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Town Hall Art Gallery at 4 Boltwood Avenue.Town of Amherst
• Fri, Oct 16, 8:00 a.m.: Veterans breakfast open to all Friday morning. A Veterans Breakfast for All is held Friday at 8 a.m. at 70 Boltwood Walk, open to veterans and the wider community.Town of Amherst
• Fri, Oct 16, 12:30 p.m.: Elementary School Building Committee meets Friday. The Elementary School Building Committee meets Friday at 12:30 p.m. to continue work on the town's elementary school building project.Town of Amherst
• Fri, Oct 16: Community Preservation Act grants due Friday. The Community Preservation Act Committee is accepting applications for projects supporting community housing, historic preservation, open space, and recreation. Applications are due by Friday, October 16.Town of Amherst
• Sat, Oct 17, 8:00 a.m.: Amherst Farmers Market returns Saturday. The Amherst Farmers Market runs Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Boltwood Avenue.Town of Amherst
• Sat, Oct 17, 1:30 p.m.: Aging in Place Fair set for Saturday. The Aging in Place Fair takes place Saturday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 1046 South East Street, offering resources for older residents.Town of Amherst
• Mon, Oct 19: Hazardous waste day registration due Monday. The town's Household Hazardous Waste collection event is set for Saturday, October 31 at Wildwood Elementary School. Residents must register by Monday, October 19.Town of Amherst
• Tue, Oct 20, 7:00 p.m.: Historical Commission meets Tuesday night. The Amherst Historical Commission holds its regular meeting Tuesday, October 20 at 7 p.m.Town of Amherst

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