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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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Town E-Bike and E-Scooter Regulations

Town officials discussed ongoing public input for new regulations regarding electric bicycles and e-scooters. The board decided to keep public comments open and delay any final voting decision until November 30 to gather more feedback from local cyclists and residents.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

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Lafayette Boulevard Speeding and Traffic Calming

People living on Lafayette Boulevard are frustrated by drivers speeding to beat the traffic light at Main Street. The board suggested that neighbors could look into organizing a pilot program for speed bumps if they want to slow drivers down.

2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 8, 2026