Summary

Proposed budget could raise mill rate 12%

WindhamMar 31, 20261 min read

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The current presented budget showed a 1.45-mill, or 12%, mill-rate increase. The board also noted that Public Act 24-115 could significantly affect taxpayer bills and said it would continue monitoring the law.

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Willimantic Taxing District Board of Directors

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Budget & TaxPublic Safety

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The budget was discussed but not recorded as finally approved in the minutes. Account changes could total up to 10.62%, with a projected 4.6% increase tied to education-related costs and salary adjustments for police and fire employees. The board also reviewed funding for a school resource officer and a half-year social worker position.

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Reviewed the proposed FY 2026/27 budget, including a current projected 1.45-mill, or 12%, mill-rate increase; no final budget approval was recorded.
Agreed to continue monitoring Public Act 24-115 because of its potential effect on taxpayer bills.
Discussed school resource officer costs, including a low estimate of $140,000 and a comparison of approximately $200,000.
Discussed funding a social worker for half a year, including $90,000 and $70,000 in AARPA and Opioid Funds, while noting that the position's status was unresolved.

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