Town Council Mar 2, 2026

The Town Council of Amherst, MA held a special meeting on March 2, 2026, primarily focused on procedural matters related to collective bargaining negotiations with the DPW association. The council discussed the legal constraints around public comment and the necessity of entering executive session to discuss contract negotiations confidentially, as required by state law. A motion to enter executive session initially failed due to a tie vote, but subsequent procedural motions allowed the council to proceed with executive session discussions. The meeting underscored the council's commitment to respecting collective bargaining processes while balancing public engagement and transparency.