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The Board of Finance voted 5-0-0 to advance the FY2026-27 budget to the April 6 public hearing, using a worksheet that reduced the Board of Education operating budget by $100,000 and General Fund small capital by $100,000. The projected mill rate is 35.03, up 2.40% from 34.21.
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The budget is not final; it will be presented for public review and comment at the April 6 public hearing. The proposed municipal budget is $18,990,379, while the Board of Education requested $43,040,203 including operating, quality and diversity, and small capital funds. The Board of Finance also approved reallocating $57,861 in prior-year capital balances and $104,977 in FY2026 funds for safety, HVAC, equipment, and drainage costs, leaving $108,721 designated for Wells Road School exterior wall repairs and tiles.
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