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Boards and Committees
Aquifer Protection CommitteeThe Aquifer Protection Committee works to protect the City's sole source of drinking water through regulations, ordinances, development review, and land acquisition. Barnes Aquifer CommitteeThe Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisiory Committee is a regional committee with representatives from Southampton, Westfield, Holyoke and Easthampton and the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. BAPAC reviews development over the regional aquifer, recommends zoning changes, and provides public education on water supply protection. Board of AssessorsMark Dimauro Board of HealthThe Board of Health oversee the efforts of the Health Agent and the Public Health Nurse. The Board licenses and enforces businesses and multifamily units in accordance with the State Sanitary Code and local health regulations. Board of Public WorksLeonard LaRock Charity Funds CommitteeRobert G. Connor Community Preservation CommitteeEasthampton adopted the Community Preservation Act in 2001. The Act creates a 3% tax surcharge which generates revenue for projects addressing open space, affordable housing, historic preservation and recreation The Community Preservation Committee makes recommendations to the City Council on the expenditure of the funds. The Committee meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at 50 Payson Avenue. Commission on DisabilityThe Commission provides public outreach and education on disabilities, recommends changes to increase access to all in municipal, business, and public buildings and sites. The Commission generally meets the first Wednesday of each month at noon at 50 Payson Avenue. For general disability resources, follow the following link: : http://www.disabilityinfo.org/MNIP/news/20081106.html
Conservation CommissionThe Conservation Commission oversees the local implementation of the state Wetlands Protection Act and Rivers Protection Act. The Commission also oversees the implementation of the City's Open Space Plan and holds several conservation areas. The Commission meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6:00 p.m. at 50 Payson Avenue. Council on AgingThomas Brown Cultural CouncilThe Easthampton Cultural Council holds meetings on the third Monday of every month, at 7 pm, at the Old Town Hall, 43 Main Street, Easthampton, MA. These meetings are open to the public. The ECC is currently recruiting new members; please attend a meeting for further information. The ECC shares office space with Easthampton City Arts. For the Easthampton City Arts website, >>click here Carolyn Abbe Smith Development and Industrial CommissionThe EDIC promotes economic development and downtown improvements. Past projects have included signage, annual downtown cleanup, community wide Vision, and annual summits with business leaders. The EDIC seeks opportunities for economic growth. Fair Housing CommitteeThe Fair Housing Committee responds to local complaints regarding fair housing practices and concerns with housing discrimination. Historical CommissionThe Commission works to protect historic properties and districts and makes nominations to the National and State Registers of Historic Places. The Commission implements the City's Demolition Delay Ordinance on buildings over 50 years old proposed for demolition. Housing AuthorityNancy Flavin Housing Partnership CommitteeThe Easthampton Housing Partnership devises and implements strategies for increasing and preserving affordable rental and ownership housing in the city. Industrial Development Finance AuthorityThe IDFA is part of the Development and Industrial Commission. The Finance Authority has the additional ability to bond for industrial development. Licensing BoardWilliam Sullivan Main Street Cemetery CommissionWayne Nelson Manhan Rail Trail CommitteeThe Manhan Rail Trail Committee supports and maintains the Rail Trail in Easthampton and as part of a larger trail network in the region. The Manhan Rail Trail will ultimately connect with other trails for a system that extends from New Haven to Northampton and beyond. The Committee raises funds for maintenance and enhancement of the Trail. Nashawannuck Pond Steering CommitteeThe Pond Committee raises funds and provides public education about the environmental well-being and community benefits of Nashawannuck Pond. The Committee has overseen numerous improvements to the Pond and shoreline and is now working on dredging the Pond to decrease sediment and nutrients. Parks and Recreation CommissionJohn Sheehan Planning BoardThe Planning Board reviews most development projects in the city including residential and commercial properties. This is done through subdivision regulation, site plan approval, and the issuance of special permits. Additionally, the Board proposes amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and is the keeper of the City's Master Plan. The Board meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6:00 p.m. at 50 Payson Avenue. Registrar of VotersBarbara Craig Retirement BoardJames Dunham, Chair School Building CommitteeRobert Harrison Veterans CouncilJames Finn Zoning Board of AppealsThe ZBA hears appeals of decisions by the Building Inspector decisions as well as holds public hearings on certain development special permits and alterations to non-conforming properties. Meetings are typically held the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at 50 Payson Avenue. Mark Renaud, Chair
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