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SUMMARY:Amherst Finance Committee: discussion on fully funding the ARMS roof (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Meeting name: Amherst Town Council\n\nDate and time: Tuesday\, Feb 24\, 1:00\nLocation: Virtual\nVirtual meeting URL: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/82147444151\nLink to agenda: https://www.amherstma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=34897&month=2&year=2026&day=20&calType=0\n\n\nOn 2/23/26 the Amherst Town Council voted to refer the request for $1.6 million in free cash for the ARMS auditorium roof to the Finance Committee. Finance will now consider the auditorium roof request at this meeting. You can join by Zoom. Please consider joining to show support for the request and let them know we are still engaged.\n\nAfter Finance\, if recommended\, the request goes back to Amherst Town Council on March 9th.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/amherst-finance-committee-discussion-on-fully-funding-the-arms-roof-virtual/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T210000
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SUMMARY:Town Council Meeting -- Advocacy needed for ARMS roof!
DESCRIPTION:Please show up in-person or virtually Monday 2/23 at 6:30 to make public comment at Amherst Town Council asking that the Town Manager allocate a portion of the free cash to repair the auditorium roof at ARMS. Right now this portion of the roof will NOT be repaired this summer when the rest of the roof is.  Please share your experience regarding the condition of the auditorium/middle school due to the roof leaking. You can also submit written comment. More info here. \nZoom: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/82147444151\nLink to agenda: https://www.amherstma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=34912&month=2&year=2026&day=20&calType=0\n  \nPlease send any photos of the auditorium leaks to SOSAmherst@gmail.com. Here are some photos of other parts of the school\, taken in 2025.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/town-council-meeting-advocacy-needed-for-arms-roof/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T182827Z
UID:3827-1770057000-1770066000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Amherst Town Council meeting - with state reps & public comment (in person and virtual)
DESCRIPTION:SOS Amherst invites you to the Amherst Town Council meeting on Monday\, February 2nd at 6:30 PM to advocate for our schools during public comment. \nThe situation is urgent: \nARPS is facing a $4-5 million budget shortfall—close to 3 times worse than last year. This could mean the loss of dozens of teacher and staff positions. This level of deficit translates to a significant loss of services. There are several reasons for this gap that you can read about here. \nThis issue is about priorities. The town routinely carries a $4-6 million surplus while our schools continually face gaps in funding. Over the past decade\, we’ve seen a reduction in town budget from 52% to 47% towards the schools. As a town\, we have resources—we just need to renew education as a priority for our leaders. Representative Mindy Domb and Senator Jo Comerford will also be in attendance at the meeting on Monday\, so we have the chance to share our urgency with our state leaders\, too. \nPlease attend on February 2nd at 6:30 PM at Town Hall (or on Zoom: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/87605655563) and share during public comment. It’s simple\, describe why quality schools matter to your family and community. Please take a look at our public speaking guide for tips if you don’t know where to start and add the event to your calendar. \nAlso\, consider signing up to be a “point caregiver” for your child’s school or classroom to help get the word out quickly on upcoming advocacy alerts. Listservs are fine\, but talking to fellow caregivers at birthday parties\, sports games\, and at pick up is even better! \nOur children deserve fully staffed classrooms and the programs that help them thrive. \nHope to see you there\, \nSOS Amherst \nNote: Members of the public may attend virtually via Zoom\, by phone by calling phone (301)\n715-8592\, enter webinar ID: 814 9433 7916\, or in person. The meeting will also be live\nbroadcast on Amherst Media channel 17 and https://amherstmedia.org/live-stream \nAgenda: https://amherstma.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/18743 \nMeeting Materials: https://amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/Index/8154
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/amherst-town-council-meeting-with-reps-domb-comerford-in-person-and-virtual/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20260127T231714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T231809Z
UID:3857-1769536800-1769547600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Joint School Committee (at Town Hall)  - public comment
DESCRIPTION:Due to the School Districts being closed today\, tonight’s Joint School Committee meeting of the Amherst\, Regional and Pelham School Committees has been moved to the Amherst Town Hall\, in the Town Room. 4 Boltwood Avenue\, Amherst. \n  \n  \n6:00 PM\n**UPDATED LOCATION**\nAmherst Town Hall\nTown Room\n4 Boltwood Ave\, Amherst MA\n**Due to snow closures this meeting is being relocated** \nThis meeting will be shown via live-stream on Amherst Media (Channel 15)
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/joint-school-committee-at-town-hall/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251208T131227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T131727Z
UID:3816-1765180800-1767200400@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:December School Budget meetings
DESCRIPTION:Visit the school committee calendar for schedule. \nVisit town council website for schedule. \nEmail SOSAmherst@gmail.com if you are available to assist our calendar updating efforts.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/december-school-budget-meetings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T140409Z
UID:3750-1763481600-1763488800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:**Advocacy Alert** - State Funding Hearing (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Finally we have the opportunity\, as Amherst and regional parents and community members\, to advocate for our public school funding at the state level. THIS is the chance we have been waiting for! \nRegister for the virtual state funding hearing here. \nSee more info at in this post: https://www.arpsparents.com/state-advocacy-alert-nov-18/ \n  \n 
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/advocacy-alert-state-funding-hearing-virtual/
LOCATION:VIrtual (details above)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251108T144457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T120054Z
UID:3776-1763406000-1763415000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:**Public forum on Budget** Town Council Meeting (attend this one)
DESCRIPTION:More info To Be Announced. \nLive streamed: https://www.amherstma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=34342&month=11&year=2025&day=17&calType=0 \n— \nIt is critical to attend and/or provide comments at this Public Funding on the Budget. We will hear about the amount of surplus funds are available last year\, and many other details\, and this is the most important local advocacy of the year.  \n 
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/public-forum-on-budget-town-council-meeting-attend-this-one/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251112T120441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T120441Z
UID:3782-1763402400-1763406000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Budget rally at Town Hall!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/budget-rally-at-town-hall/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T093000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251112T121208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T121208Z
UID:3788-1763107200-1763112600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Cuppa' Joe with New Finance Director
DESCRIPTION:SOS Amherst supporters needed to attend and ask for SOLUTIONS to prevent school budget cuts. Not minimizing the issues or blaming the schools or the state. They need to know we are paying attention and showing up. \n—–\n\nCuppa’ Joe with Paul and New Finance Director Sean Mangano\n\nFriday\, November 14\, 2025\nCoffee and conversation with Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman and Finance Director Sean Mangano. The conversation will focus on the upcoming FY27 budget including revenue & expenditure projections\, potential challenges\, and capital projects. \n\n\n\nSean recently returned to the Town of Amherst after previously serving as the Town’s Finance Director from 2020 to 2023. Prior to this\, he held various roles with the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District\, including their Director of Finance. These experiences give him a comprehensive understanding of both municipal and school budgets\, as well as the complex relationship between educational and municipal financial needs. Sean is eager forward to return to Amherst and contribute his expertise as we approach the upcoming budget season.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/cuppa-joe-with-new-finance-director/
LOCATION:Futura Coffee Roasters\, 73 Cowls Rd\, Amherst\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251021T111829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T111829Z
UID:3647-1761762600-1761769800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:District 1 meeting (in person)
DESCRIPTION:LIST OF TOPICS: Presentation by Planning Board: Potential Overlay Zoning for North Amherst Apartment Complexes: Potential Overlay to Allow Increased Density and Building Heigh for Student Housing: Puffton Village\, Brandywine Areas: Presentation of Maps and Concepts; Discussion: Questions and Comments; Suggestions for Future Agenda Items. \n  \n——- \nFor SOS Amherst supporters\, this is a great opportunity to listen to how candidates frame the school funding conversation. Do they minimize and blame OR do they commit to securing full funding for our public schools? Find Amherst school fact sheet here.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/district-1-meeting-in-person/
LOCATION:North Amherst Library Community Room\, 8 Montague Road\, Amherst\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251020T111509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T111509Z
UID:3644-1761593400-1761600600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Candidates debate - Districts 2\, 3\, 4\, and 5  (in person & virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Amherst Current is hosting two debates. The second debate will be Monday\, October 27 from 7:30 to 9:30 PM in the Bangs Center’s Large Activity Room and on Zoom\, featuring candidates from Districts 2\, 3\, 4\, and 5*. District 2 candidates Jason Dorney and Lynn Griesemer\, District 3 candidates Patrick Drumm and George Ryan\, District 4 candidates Dillon Maxfield and Jennifer Taub\, and District 5 candidate Ana Devlin Gauthier have agreed to participate. \nLivestream link \n—– \nFor SOS Amherst supporters\, this is a great opportunity to listen to how candidates frame the school funding conversation. Do they minimize and blame OR do they commit to securing full funding for our public schools? Find Amherst school fact sheet here.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/candidates-debate-districts-2-3-4-and-5-in-person-virtual/
LOCATION:Bangs Community Center\, 70 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251020T111024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T111537Z
UID:3642-1761330600-1761337800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Candidates debate  - At-Large and District 1 (in person & virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Amherst Current will host two Town Council debates. The first debate\, featuring At-Large and District 1 candidates\, will be Friday\, October 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in Room 101 of the Bangs Community Center and on Zoom. All four at-large candidates–Andrew Churchill\, Allegra Clark\, Mandi Jo Hanneke\, and Ellisha Walker–plus District 1 candidates Freke Ette and Vince O’Connor have agreed to participate. \nLivestream link \n—– \nFor SOS Amherst supporters\, this is a great opportunity to listen to how candidates frame the school funding conversation. Do they minimize and blame OR do they commit to securing full funding for our public schools? Find Amherst school fact sheet here. \n 
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/candidates-debate-at-large-and-district-1-in-person-virtual/
LOCATION:Bangs Community Center\, 70 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251004T153945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T153945Z
UID:3496-1761246000-1761253200@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Candidate Forums -- School Committee & At Large Council
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\nThe League of Women Voters is sponsoring 2 forums to learn the candidates for elective offices in Amherst. \n\n\n\n\nCandidate Forums: \n\nWednesday\, Oct 15 – Districts 1\, 2\, 3 & 4 Candidates\nThursday\, Oct 23 – At-Large Candidates School Committee Candidates\n\nEach forum will be preceded by a 30-minute “Meet and Greet the Candidates.” Because the positions of District 5 Councilor\, Library Trustees\, Housing Authority\, and Oliver Smith Will Elector are uncontested\, these individuals have been invited to the Meet and Greet events. All forums will take place in the Library at the Amherst-Pelham Regional High School\, 21 Mattoon Street\, Amherst. \nEach candidate will answer questions submitted by Amherst voters. The questions can be emailed to lwva@lwvamherst.org or written on index cards at the event.  The forums will be recorded and available on YouTube.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/candidate-forums-school-committee-at-large-council/
LOCATION:Amherst Regional High School library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251008T105249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T105404Z
UID:3547-1760868000-1760873400@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:District 5 meeting
DESCRIPTION:District 5 Meeting – Bob Hegner and Ana Devlin Gauthier are holding a District 5 meeting on Sunday October 19th at 10am – it seems to be TBD whether it is in-person or via Zoom but we will update here when known. \nNot sure what district you are in? Check out the map here or look up your address here. District 5 is an uncontested race in this election with Bob Hegner stepping down and only newcomer Sam McCleod and incumbent Ana Devlin Gauthier running. \nDo you agree with one of your current councilperson’s September 2025 comments that we know that we just need to throw money at the roads\, but with the schools it’s “partly a dollar issue and it’s partly we don’t know what goes on within the schools.” Use some Resources to educate District 5 Councilpeople and your neighbors about what is going on with the schools — this information is well known.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/district-5-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T204500
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251004T152725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T153552Z
UID:3491-1760552100-1760561100@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Candidate Forums - District 1\, 2\, 3 & 4
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025\nThe League of Women Voters is sponsoring 2 forums to learn the candidates for elective offices in Amherst. \n\n\n\n\nCandidate Forums: \n\nWednesday\, Oct 15 – Districts 1\, 2\, 3 & 4 Candidates\nThursday\, Oct 23 – At-Large Candidates School Committee Candidates\n\nEach forum begins with a meet and greet the candidates and light refreshments \nEach candidate will answer questions submitted by Amherst voters. The questions can be emailed to lwva@lwvamherst.org or written on index cards at the event.  The forums will be recorded and available on YouTube.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/candidate-forums-for-elective-offices-in-amherst/
LOCATION:Amherst Regional High School library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20251004T160122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T160122Z
UID:3501-1759775400-1759782600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Town Council Meeting (with vote on ARMS roof) - in person and virtual
DESCRIPTION:  \nTown of Amherst\nRegular Town Council Meeting\nMonday\, October 6\, 2025\, 6:45 p.m.\nTown Room\, Town Hall\nVirtual Public Access: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/84640970670 \nAgenda \nNote: Members of the public may attend virtually via Zoom\, by phone by calling phone (301)\n715-8592\, enter webinar ID: 846 4097 0670\, or in person. The meeting will also be live\nbroadcast on Amherst Media channel 17 and https://amherstmedia.org/live-stream \n 
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/town-council-meeting-with-vote-on-arms-roof-in-person-and-virtual/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250619T131930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T132107Z
UID:3427-1750966200-1750969800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Info Session about Running for Town Council & Committees (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 26th\, 7:30 PM – SOS Info Session on running for office in Amherst: \n\n\nJoin us to learn about running for office in Amherst\, and how you can support candidates. We’ll talk about the election timeline\, how to get on the ballot\, what support candidates need\, and more. We will also talk about the time commitment for serving in a town-wide office. If you’re interested in running\, or interested in supporting candidates\, join us to learn more. School Committee members Deb Leonard and Jennifer Shiao will share what they have learned and be available to answer questions.\n\nIn November 2025\, all thirteen Town Council seats and all five Amherst School Committee seats are up for election\, and now is the time to be thinking about this.\n\nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84032115497\n\nFeel free to share the info with your networks and reach out to me (cathleenmitchell@gmail.com) with any questions.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/info-session-about-running-for-town-council-committees-virtual/
ORGANIZER;CN="SOS Amherst":MAILTO:SOSAmherst@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250613T224853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T224853Z
UID:3419-1750098600-1750105800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Amherst Town Council Meeting (in person & virtually)
DESCRIPTION:Town of Amherst\nRegular Town Council Meeting\nMonday\, June 16\, 2025\, 6:30 p.m.\nTown Room\, Town Hall\nVirtual Public Access: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/88065831293 \nNote: Members of the public may attend virtually via Zoom\, by phone by calling phone (301)\n715-8592\, enter webinar ID: 880 6583 1293\, or in person. The meeting will also be live\nbroadcast on Amherst Media channel 17 and https://amherstmedia.org/live-stream
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/amherst-town-council-meeting-in-person-virtually/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250422T123942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T123942Z
UID:3267-1748889000-1748899800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Town Council Public Forum on the Capital Improvement Plan 
DESCRIPTION:Town Council Public Forum on the Capital Improvement Plan – The Town Council is required to hold a public forum on the annual Capital Improvement Plan – this plan is the mechanism for distributing the 10.5% of our taxes that is set aside each year – over $6 million dollars – and that is used for physical needs in Town (building maintenance\, road work\, purchase of vehicles). In recent years\, almost all of this money has flowed back to the Municipal Services side of the budget – adding a substantial supplement to budgets for departments like DPW and Public Safety in a way that the schools do not get extra money. That will happen again this year. \nOnce this plan is released SOS will summarize the main issues for anyone who wants to know more.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/town-council-public-forum-on-the-capital-improvement-plan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250318T205918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T205918Z
UID:2979-1748851200-1748854800@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with State Rep. Mindy Dombs – 1st Monday of the month
DESCRIPTION:Please advocate to Amherst’s state Rep Mindy Domb at her monthly coffee gatherings at The Works in downtown Amherst. \nMore info is here: https://www.arpsparents.com/advocate-to-your-state-reps-now/
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/coffee-with-state-rep-mindy-dombs-1st-monday-of-the-month-3/
LOCATION:The Works\, 48 N. Pleasant St\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250422T123743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T115900Z
UID:3265-1747074600-1747085400@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Public Hearing on the Budget (virtual only; public comment)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday May 8th 9-11 am – Finance Committee Meeting discussing the Elementary Schools and Regional Schools budgets – with school leadership in attendance. Zoom link here. Public comments in support of the school budget can be made at the beginning of the meeting.\n\n\n\nVirtual Meeting: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/82249233706 \nLIST OF TOPICS: \n\nCall to Order\, review agenda\nPublic Comment:\nFY26 Budget Review:\n\nRegional Schools\nElementary Schools\n\n\nItems not anticipated by the Chair 48 Hours in advance\nAdjourn
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/finance-committee-public-hearing-on-the-budget-save-the-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250501T120107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T110007Z
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SUMMARY:Finance Committee Public Hearing on the Budget (virtual only; Public comment needed)
DESCRIPTION:Details TBA
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/finance-committee-public-hearing-on-the-budget-virtual-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T093000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
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UID:3310-1746777600-1746783000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Cuppa' Joe with Paul: FY26 Budget (in person)
DESCRIPTION:This event features Amherst Town Manager Paul Bockelman\, Treasurer/Collector Jennifer LaFountain\, and Clerk of the Council Athena O’Keefe. This is an opportunity for residents to learn about and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The budget includes all aspects of Town operations including Municipal\, Schools\, Library\, and Capital for July 1\, 2025 through June 30\, 2026. \nView all FY26 Budget Information. \nThe “Cuppa’ Joe with Paul” events are monthly and rotate locations around Town. Each time\, Paul is joined by a different Town department head or official who provides insights into their area of focus. Residents and others are welcome to share their concerns\, offer suggestions\, or just get to know each other. \nQuestions or accommodations needed? Contact us at (413) 259-3002 or via email at townmanager@amherstma.gov \n\nFriday\, May 9 from 8:00 to 9:30 am at the outdoor patio of the Bangs Community Center (Rain Location: Room 101).
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/cuppa-joe-with-paul-fy26-budget-in-person/
LOCATION:Bangs Community Center\, 70 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst\, 01002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250422T123301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T123301Z
UID:3263-1746694800-1746702000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting discussing elementary and regional school budgets (virtual; public comment)
DESCRIPTION:Finance Committee Meeting discussing the Elementary Schools and Regional Schools budgets – with school leadership in attendance. \nIn May\, the Finance Committee Meeting goes through each section of the Town Budget section by section and leadership from various departments attend to answer questions – 5/8 is the schools portion of these meetings. Link to agenda with zoom link here. This is a virtual only meeting. There is a public comment period. \n  \nVirtual Meeting: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/82249233706 \nLIST OF TOPICS: \n\nCall to Order\, review agenda\nPublic Comment:\nFY26 Budget Review:\n\nRegional Schools\nElementary Schools\n\n\nItems not anticipated by the Chair 48 Hours in advance\nAdjourn
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/finance-committee-meeting-discussing-elementary-and-regional-school-budgets-virtual-public-comment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T223000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250422T122856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T114542Z
UID:3261-1746469800-1746484200@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Town of Amherst Public Hearing on the FY26 Budget (in person & virtual; public comment)
DESCRIPTION:The Town Manager will present his budget at the Town Council meeting. The budget will be here when available: https://www.amherstma.gov/3584/Upcoming-Budget \n  \n\nTown Council\n\nMonday\, May 5\, 2025\nRECEIVED: 4/30/25\, 5:14 pm. LIST OF TOPICS: Click “More Details” for List of Topics \n\n\n\n\nIn person: Town Hall\, Town Room. 4 Boltwood Ave. Amherst\, MA 01002 \nZoom: https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/81266533669 \nPhone: (646) 876-9923; enter webinar ID 812 6653 3669 \n\nCall to Order\nAnnouncements\nHearings – None\nGeneral Public Comment – 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 Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during General Public Comment. Public comments are not reflective of the opinions of the Town Council.\nConsent Agenda – None\nResolutions and Proclamations – None\nPresentations and Discussion – None\nAction Items\n\nFiscal Year 2026 Budget\, Capital Inventory\, and Capital Improvement Program – Presentation and Referral to Finance Committee\nAcceptance of Roads as Public Ways: Palley Village Place – Declaration of Intent\n\n\nAppointments – None \nCommittee and Liaison Reports\n\nBudget Coordinating Group\nCommunity Resources Committee\nElementary School Building Committee\nFinance Committee\nGovernance\, Organization\, and Legislation Committee\nJones Library Building Committee\nTown Services and Outreach Committee\nLiaison Reports: Amherst Affordable Housing Trust\, Board of Health\, Commission for Persons with Disabilities\, Community Preservation Act Committee\, Community Safety and Social Justice Committee\, Conservation Commission\, Council on Aging\, Energy and Climate Action Committee\, Human Rights Commission\, Transportation Advisory Committee\n\n\nApproval of Minutes – None\nTown Manager Report\nTown Council Comments\n\nPresident Report\nFuture Agenda Items\nCouncilor Comments\n\n\nTopics Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair 48 Hours in Advance of the Meeting\nExecutive Session – None\nAdjourn
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/town-of-amherst-public-hearing-on-the-fy26-budget/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T090000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250318T205613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T105214Z
UID:2976-1746432000-1746435600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Coffee with State Rep. Mindy Domb – 1st Monday of the month
DESCRIPTION:Please advocate to Amherst’s state Rep Mindy Domb at her monthly coffee gatherings at The Works in downtown Amherst. \nMore info is here: https://www.arpsparents.com/advocate-to-your-state-reps-now/
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/coffee-with-state-rep-mindy-dombs-1st-monday-of-the-month-2/
LOCATION:The Works\, 48 N. Pleasant St\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250501T115110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T115559Z
UID:3292-1746363600-1746369000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:District 3 Meeting with George Ryan and Hala Lord (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Sunday May 4th 1-2:30 pm – District 3 Meeting with George Ryan and Hala Lord at Hickory Ridge (find your district here if you are not sure) \n\nDistrict 3 Meeting – In-Person at Hickory Ridge\n\nSunday\, May 4\, 2025\nLIST OF TOPICS: Welcome and Introductions; Presentation by Assistant Fire Chief Steve Gaughan; Presentation by David Ziomek\, Assistant Town Manager/Director of Conservation and Development; Councilor updates on key topics (including Manager’s FY26 Budget\, School Budgets\, Proposed Transportation and Parking Commission\, Road and Sidewalk Repairs\, Bangs Center upgrades\, HS Track Reorientation & Repair…); Questions and Comments. \n\n\n\n\nThis is an in-person District 3 Meeting on Sunday\, May 4\, 2025 at 1:00 PM taking place at Hickory Ridge Conservation Area (191 West Pomeroy Lane\, Amherst\, MA 01002). \n\n 
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/district-3-meeting-with-george-ryan-and-hala-lord/
LOCATION:Hickory Ridge\, 191 West Pomeroy Lane\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250430T115422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T115422Z
UID:3284-1746124200-1746129600@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Meet with your District 2 Councilors (virtual only)
DESCRIPTION:Do you live in District 2?  Share your concerns about our elementary and regional schools’ ongoing budget crises and upcoming teacher layoffs with Lynn and Pat\, your District 2 Councilors. They have sidewalks on their agenda but not schools. Help change the narrative so our representatives know what is most important to us so that our public schools can survive and thrive! \n——– \nJoin Town Councilors Pat De Angelis and Lynn Griesemer for District 2 Meeting Thursday\, May 1 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm via Zoom (https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/88632449587). District meetings are an opportunity for residents of this district to meet their councilors\, hear town updates\, and share views on public issues. \nAgenda items for this meeting include:\n1. Welcome and Introductions\n2. Presentation by Department of Public Works regarding Road and Sidewalk Replacement and Repair\n3. Discussions about: Grantwood Area\, Heatherstone Area\, and other Areas in District 2\n4. Additional Questions and Discussions \nNot sure what district you live in? Check out this map and enter your address: https://arcg.is/G4jLL0
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/meet-with-your-district-2-councilors-virtual-only/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250404T114713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T111605Z
UID:3183-1745865000-1745872200@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Town Council Meeting (in person & virtual) -  regional school budget on agenda
DESCRIPTION:In person: Town Hall\, Town Room. 4 Boltwood Ave. Amherst\, MA 01002 \nZoom:  https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/89889190786 \nPhone: (646) 876-9923; enter webinar ID 898 8919 0786 \n\nCall to Order\nAnnouncements\nHearings – None\nGeneral Public Comment\nConsent Agenda\nResolutions and Proclamations – Consent Agenda\n\n2025 Jewish American Heritage Month Proclamation\n\n\nPresentations and Discussion – None\nAction Items\n\nAmherst-Pelham Regional Schools FY26 Debt Authorization \nAmherst Black Reparations Committee Charge\nFY26 Water and Sewer Rates and Amendments to Water and Sewer Regulations – Consent Agenda\nProposed Fiscal Stabilization and Planning Task Force – Carried over from March 24 and April 7\nMemo and Proposed Four Towns Fiscal Sustainability Task Force\nLong-Term Public Way Request: Mobile Market – Consent Agenda\n\n\nAppointments – None \nCommittee and Liaison Reports\n\nBudget Coordinating Group\nCommunity Resources Committee\nElementary School Building Committee\nFinance Committee\nGovernance\, Organization\, and Legislation Committee\nJoint Capital Planning Committee\nJones Library Building Committee\nTown Services and Outreach Committee\nLiaison Reports: Amherst Affordable Housing Trust\, Board of Health\, Commission for Persons with Disabilities\, Community Preservation Act Committee\, Community Safety and Social Justice Committee\, Conservation Commission\, Council on Aging\, Energy and Climate Action Committee\, Human Rights Commission\, Transportation Advisory Committee\n\n\nApproval of Minutes – Consent Agenda\n\nApril 7\, 2025 Regular Meeting\n\n\nTown Manager Report\nTown Council Comments\n\nPresident Report\nFuture Agenda Items\nCouncilor Comments\n\n\nTopics Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chair 48 Hours in Advance of the Meeting\nExecutive Session – None\nAdjourn\n\nMeeting materials are posted here https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/Index/7275; materials may be added or changed up through and after the meeting date.
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/public-hearing-on-the-regional-budget/
LOCATION:Amherst Town Hall\, 4 Boltwood Ave.\, Amherst
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T063155
CREATED:20250325T112625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T142558Z
UID:3096-1744552800-1744560000@www.arpsparents.com
SUMMARY:Community Conversation on School Funding (in person)
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday April 13\, 2-4 pm at Crocker Farm Elementary School\, Support Our Schools (SOS) Amherst and the League of Women Voters will hold a Community Conversation on School Funding. \nThis is an opportunity for community members to come together to learn from one another about the current challenges around school funding in Amherst\, and to have an open\, collaborative conversation about how we can work together toward a shared goal of sustained\, equitable funding for our schools. Children’s activities and childcare will be available. \nOver the past year\, we have been told “NO” a lot\n\n\nNo – The schools can’t have more money\nNo – The Town can’t change anything about its budgeting process\nNo – You can’t say that you feel Councilors don’t care about our kids because that’s “uncivil”\nNo – You can’t say that education should be prioritized because that’s pitting one need against another\nNo – You can’t have more than two minutes to make a public comment\n\nOn Sunday\, we hope to move past some of these “NOs\,” to talk about why we bump up against so much resistance\, and how we can move forward!\n\n  \nSupport Our Schools (SOS) Amherst is a group of volunteers helping each other to understand issues and get involved in adequately funding our public schools. We aim to increase community knowledge of public school and municipal budgeting\, as well as state funding for public schools\, with the goal of ensuring more equitable funding for our schools. https://www.arpsparents.com \nThe League of Women Voters promotes political responsibility through its Voter Service and Citizen Education activities. Members register voters\, organize candidates’ forums\, publish voting guides and disseminate general information on the legislative process and the function of government on the local\, state\, and national levels. Voter Service and Citizen Education are designed to provide citizens with unbiased\, factual information as a basis for reaching their own decisions.  League Action is based on member study and agreement on selected issues and involves concerted efforts to achieve public policies consistent with League positions. The League neither supports nor opposes any political party or candidate for office. The League is a political but nonpartisan 501c4. The League encourages members to participate fully in the party of their choice as individuals. To learn more go to https://www.lwvamherst.org/. \n  \nParking map:
URL:https://www.arpsparents.com/event/community-conversation-on-school-funding-in-person/
LOCATION:Crocker Farm Elementary School\, 280 West Street\, Amherst\, MA
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