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Members agreed to present a three-year financial projection at the March 23 meeting, with the goal of developing a forecast for Town Meeting in May. The discussion identified labor contracts, school salaries, transportation, special education, utilities, service contracts, information technology, and higher FY28 debt service as major variables.
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The committee will build a three-year outlook even though Town and school employee contracts are still being negotiated. School transportation costs are rising about 8% annually, while some out-of-district tuition and transportation costs can increase by up to 20% per year. The forecast is intended to give residents and Town Meeting a clearer picture of future budget pressures.
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