BEES Committee

Easthampton BEES Committee removes Chicoine, advances shade tree ordinance. The committee voted unanimously on July 23 to remove member Elodie Chicoine, who had not attended meetings or communicated since April 2024. Chair Sean Abbot recommended consulting city engineering and planning staff before

BEES Committee removes member, advances garden and firefly projects. The Biodiversity, Environmental and Ecological Sustainability Committee voted unanimously to remove Elodie Chicoine from the committee, with Chair Sean Abbott notifying the Mayor's Office of the vacancy. The Girl Scout Garden was

Easthampton BEES Committee advances native garden and membership expansion. The committee finalized a June 7 native plant garden installation and authorized completion of a Xerces Institute pollinator habitat report due May 31 with a $200 submission fee. City council unanimous approval of an

Easthampton BEES Committee votes to develop twin garden projects at Mill Pond. The Committee voted unanimously to create both a Girl Scout native plant and pollinator garden comprising 800 square feet and a separate memorial garden funded by opioid settlement money and featuring a gathering space

The BEES Committee voted unanimously to expand from seven to 11 voting members, restructuring the body to reduce mandated dual appointments across city boards. The new composition includes eight at-large appointees by the Mayor subject to City Council approval, two members from other city boards or