Community Resources Committee Mar 12, 2026

The Town of Amherst Community Resources Committee met on March 12, 2026, primarily to discuss updates and refinements to the Clean Energy Bylaw. The meeting focused on reviewing staff suggestions and clarifications related to zoning bylaw sections, including definitions and permitting processes for solar installations, particularly agrovoltaics. Committee members deliberated on the classification and regulatory approach for agrovoltaics, emphasizing the need for clearer definitions tied to agricultural purposes and permitting tiers. They planned to incorporate feedback from the Planning Board and schedule further discussions before forwarding the bylaw for public hearings. Additionally, the committee reviewed draft vacancy announcements for the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Planning Board, noting term lengths and member positions available. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.