The Agricultural Commission serves as facilitators for the pursuit of agriculture in Northampton, promoters of agriculture-based economic opportunities in the City, mediators, advocates, educators, and/or negotiators on farming issues, preservation advocates for prime agricultural lands, and researchers of initiatives appropriate to creating a sustainable agricultural community.

Staff:
Wayne Feiden, FAICP, Director of Planning and Development
wfeiden@NorthamptonMA.gov


Members:
John Omasta, Chair (Term expires September 2012)
John Bobala (Term expires September 2011)
Robert Vollinger (Term expires September 2012)
Ben James (Term expires September 2010)
Richard Jaescke (Term expires September 2012)
John Kelly (Term expires September 2011)
Earle (Chip) Parsons (Term expires September 2010)