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The committee approved several FY2027 departmental budgets, but held recommendations on the overall operating budget, capital budget, and a $43,468,416 loan order for capital projects and equipment. It also held the Worcester Public Schools budget for additional review.
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The committee advanced budgets for the Fire Department, Inspectional Services, Public Facilities, the DCU Center, Parks, Recreation and Cemetery, related facilities, and the Worcester Public Library. Final action on the citywide operating and capital budgets, as well as the proposed borrowing, was postponed. The committee also requested reports on fire department overtime and staffing, pest and rodent concerns, city facility maintenance, park conditions, and library workplace issues.
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