Amherst Historic Preservation Commission recommends Kayla Clark to fill vacancy after executive session

The Amherst Historic Preservation Commission on June 9 recommended Kayla Clark to fill its vacant seat after an executive session to interview candidates. The recommendation carried by a 4-0 recorded vote; the recommendation will be forwarded to the town for the next step in the appointment process.

The commission said it based the recommendation on Clark’s interview and resume, which commissioners said showed knowledge of preservation and studies in architecture and planning. The motion to recommend Clark was seconded by Miss Kenzie; the record does not identify the member who moved the recommendation.

Earlier in the meeting, the commission attempted to approve its May 2026 minutes but did not obtain enough affirmative votes after one member abstained; the chair said the minutes will be taken up again at the next meeting. The commission also paused the public recording to hold executive-session interviews for the vacancy.

Town staff member James was asked to follow up on procedural steps associated with the appointment and notify the commission of any remaining paperwork or deadlines. The commission did not take a final, binding appointment vote at the meeting; the action recorded was a recommendation to fill the vacancy.

Next steps: the town staff will process the recommendation and notify the commission of any formal appointment action or additional requirements. The commission is expected to revisit outstanding procedural items, including the May minutes, at its next scheduled meeting.