Agricultural Commission
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Mission
The Agricultural Commission shall serve as facilitators for encouraging the pursuit of agriculture in town, promoting agricultural based economic opportunities, acting as mediators on farming issues, working for preservation of prime agricultural lands, pursuing all initiatives appropriate to create a sustainable agricultural community, and preserving the rural character of West Boylston, Massachusetts.
The Agricultural Commission consists of 7 members appointed by the Town Administrator for 3-year terms. Four of the members must receive some of their income from farming.
Establishment
The Agricultural Commission was established by vote of the October 20, 2008 Semi-Annual
Town Meeting. Article XXXV of General Bylaws outlines membership and qualifications, meetings, duties and quorum requirements of the Commission.
Members
| Name | Term | |
|---|---|---|
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James Amaral
| 4-30-2025 | No income from farming |
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Mollynda McArthur
| 4-30-2025 | No income from farming |
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Sighle Philbin
| 4-30-2024 | Some income from farming |
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Don Varney
| 4-30-2026 | Some income from farming |
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Daniel Mercurio
| 4-30-2026 | Some income from farming |
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Amy Marold
| 4-30-2022 | Some income from farming |
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Kathryn Simmarano
| 4-30-2024 | No income from farming |