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Yes: 10 • No: 0
MassachusettsH 4380194th General Court (2025-2026)House
An Act amending the charter of the city known as the town of Agawam to strike the reference to the board of appeals
Sponsored By: John C. Velis (Democratic), Michael J. Finn (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
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Agawam voters decide zoning appeals board
The law puts a charter question on Agawam’s 2025 regular election ballot. Voters see the printed question and a short summary from the city solicitor, prepared at least 60 days before the vote. If a majority votes yes, the charter immediately deletes the Board of Appeals subsection. The City Council and Mayor must then set up a zoning board of appeals by ordinance, consistent with Massachusetts state zoning law.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
John C. Velis
Democratic • Senate
Michael J. Finn
Democratic • House
Cosponsors
Nicholas A. Boldyga
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
committee vote • 9/12/2025
Committee Favorable: ought to pass
Yes: 10 • No: 0
Bill Text
Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2026
2/25/2026
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