Amherst Ranks Last in Massachusetts in Public Works Spending Per Capita
In 2024 Amherst spent just under $2 million from its general fund on public works...
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Town Manager Report for April 1, 2024
Source: amherstma.gov Editor’s note: Town Manager Paul Bockelman submits a comprehensive report to the Town...
Amherst’s Spending Priorities At A Glance
Prompted by a recent discussion of Amherst’s highest and lowest spending priorities, concerned citizen Julian...
Money Shortage Is Only One Of Many Obstacles To Repairing Amherst’s Roads
Spring is pothole season in Amherst and judging by reports from town councilors, citizen complaints...
Opinion: Fixing Potholes – Not An Axiom Of Amherst Politics
A casual drive around Amherst will illustrate the fact that this town spends dramatically less...
What Is Amherst’s Top Spending Priority? The Answer May Surprise You
What is Amherst government’s highest spending priority? Many will be quick to answer “education.” Amherst...
Town Manager Report For May 1, 2023
Source: amherstma.gov Editor’s note: Town Manager Paul Bockelman submits a comprehensive report to the Town...
Athletic Fields Subject Of New Funding Requests In Public Works Budget
New capital requests in fiscal year 2024 for the Department of Public Works (DPW) are...
Town Manager Report for March 6, 2023
Source: amherstma.gov Editor’s note: Town Manager Paul Bockelman submits a comprehensive report to the Town...
Town Manager Report For February 6, 2023
Source: amherstma.govEditor’s note: Town Manager Paul Bockelman submits a comprehensive report to the Town Council...
Water Treatment Plant Replacement Costs Soar
Construction bids for the replacement of the Centennial Water Treatment Plant came in at least...
TSO And Finance Committee Recommend Removing Town Ownership Of Sewer And Water Lines From New Regulations
Report On The Meeting Of The Town Services And Outreach Committee Meeting, January 12, 2023...