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Topics getting the most attention in Town of Amherst public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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CriticalPublic Safety

Demolition of Abandoned Property at 790 Dodge Road

The town is moving forward with demolishing a severely damaged and abandoned property on Dodge Road that has become a haven for squatters, rodents, and fire hazards.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 14, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Battery Energy Storage System Regulations

Residents and firefighters raised severe safety, fire hazard, and toxic smoke concerns regarding utility-scale battery energy storage systems, prompting the board to enact strict safety standards and 500-foot setbacks.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 27, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Town Employee Residency Preference Local Law

Residents and town officials debated a local law establishing a hiring residency preference for town employees. Following public input, the board officially adopted the measure.

7 mentionsLast discussed May 26, 2026