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Letter: Amherst Seniors Need and Deserve a New Building

Richard Yourga January 19, 2024 1

We serve as volunteers on behalf of the elderly population of the Town of Amherst....

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Public Comment:  Bangs Community Center Unable to Meet Needs of Amherst’s 5500 Seniors
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Public Comment: Bangs Community Center Unable to Meet Needs of Amherst’s 5500 Seniors

Richard Yourga January 12, 2024 0

The following public comment was made at the meeting of the Amherst Town Council, January...

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Letter: Senior Center Lacks Necessary Space, Budget, And Staffing To Meet Needs Of Amherst’s Older Residents
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Letter: Senior Center Lacks Necessary Space, Budget, And Staffing To Meet Needs Of Amherst’s Older Residents

Richard Yourga April 8, 2022 11

The following letter was sent to the Amherst Town Council on April 4, 2022. It...

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