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2027 Tentative Budget Presentation

The 2027 budget holds general fund taxes flat for a fifth year with no service cuts, but plans to use $16 million of reserves, dropping the fund balance to roughly $10 million — right at the town's 10% policy floor. Council members warned that continued reserve spending could force sharp tax increases or credit-rating damage by 2028.

7 mentions (4 this month)Last discussed Oct 28, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

Legal Judgment Bond Financing

The town must borrow nearly $1.9 million to cover a court judgment, impacting municipal finances.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 3, 2026