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The committee reviewed proposed budgets, including $9.14 million for the Fire Department, $8.42 million for Police, and $15.21 million for the Weir River Water System. The water system also requested a 3% rate increase and a $65 level charge for infrastructure needs.
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The meeting focused on reviewing department and service budgets rather than approving a final municipal budget. Police and Fire officials cited staffing shortages, higher overtime and contract costs, and possible warrant articles to remove both departments from civil service. The committee also discussed future infrastructure work, billing changes, and public meetings about the Hingham Center for Active Living.
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