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🌱 How new FEMA flood maps could change development along Hadley’s Route 9

Hadley, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning Hadley! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How new FEMA flood maps could change development along Hadley’s Route 9
  • See the latest Hadley home sale price on Crestview Drive
  • What will Hadley’s $400,000 state grant actually pay for?

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Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 67, low: 50.
  • Monday: Breezy with a stray shower, with a high of 68 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Hadley planners assess how updated flood maps, potential zoning changes could shape future of development (gazettenet.com) — Hadley officials are weighing new FEMA flood maps and possible zoning changes that could reshape development, housing, and taxes along Route 9 and across town. From senior housing proposals and agrivoltaic solar to sewer capacity and accessory dwelling rules, planners and the Select Board are debating how to grow the tax base while preserving Hadley’s character and keeping projects financially feasible.
   

2. Area Property Deed Transfers, Oct. 2 (gazettenet.com) — Hadley’s real estate market saw at least one notable sale, with a Crestview Drive home changing hands for $450,000, alongside dozens of transactions in neighboring towns. These deed transfers offer a snapshot of current home values and activity across the region, useful for anyone watching prices or considering buying or selling locally.
   

3. State announces $56M in Pioneer Valley economic development grants (masslive.com) — Hadley is receiving a $400,000 state grant to design replacement of two drinking water storage tanks, supporting safer water and future housing and business growth along the Route 9 corridor and around Hampshire Mall. The award is part of $56 million in Pioneer Valley economic development grants backing major projects in Springfield, Greenfield, Holyoke, and other communities.
   

4. State awards $14.8M for projects in Hampshire County (gazettenet.com) — Hadley will see $460,000 in state funding, including $400,000 toward replacing two drinking water storage tanks and $60,000 for a regional planning initiative, aimed at boosting housing and economic development along Route 9. The money is part of $14.8 million in Community One Stop for Growth grants supporting infrastructure, housing, and road projects across Hampshire County and nearby towns.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Hadley

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.