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Aug 14, 2026

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Historical Commission advances preservation plans

Published Aug 14, 2026

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Briefing

May 18, 2026

Historical Commission Meeting Summary

The Western Hampden Historical Society agreed to take on the historic house plaque project as a subcommittee. The commission also nominated Chairperson Chismer as its representative to the CPC, with Commissioner Palmer as alternate, and continued planning a July 2 Declaration of Independence reading for the 250th anniversary.

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Briefing

Apr 29, 2026

Commission approves preservation funding

The Historical Commission approved using up to $4,000 of its own funds to pay for preservationist services related to the National Registry assessment and paperwork. The commission also reviewed a planned roundabout near ServiceStar Industrial Way, Barnes Airport Drive, and Southampton Road.

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Briefing

Mar 23, 2026

Commission continues registry consultant work

The commission voted to continue using Shannon Walsh for National Registry assessment and paperwork, estimated at 30 hours and $3,500. Commissioners also began developing replacement online history resources after a $29 fee was introduced to maintain existing Pocketsights material.

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Briefing

Mar 2, 2026

Historical Commission advances preservation plans

The commission unanimously elected its officers and approved donating a railroad tie plate and spikes to the Connecticut Trolley Museum. Members also continued planning the July 3 Declaration of Independence event, historic house signs, Ghost Talks, and educational materials for local schools.

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