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The Finance Committee approved a $2.5 million appropriation from the unreserved fund balance to cover FY2026 snow-removal costs through January and projected expenses. As of February 10, Waltham had experienced 14 snow events totaling 41.7 inches, with approximately $1.1 million spent on salt.
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The funding will cover snow-related overtime, contractor services, equipment, salt, sand, and other expenses. The committee also approved funding for City Clerk technology, emergency breathing equipment, a Veterans’ Memorial Rink hot-water-tank replacement, and a $33,295.36 grant installment for aging-related programs. The mid-year budget report was tabled so the committee could review the School Department’s budget in the future.
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