Finance panel reviews $3.3M free cash for FY27

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What happened

The Finance Committee reviewed a level-funded fiscal 2027 budget that requires about $2.7 million in free cash, covered by $3,289,054 in certified free cash. The committee also reviewed CPA projects totaling $1,034,000 in anticipated FY27 funding, including Blanchard Gardens window repairs and new Memorial Field restrooms. No votes were taken on the budget at this February 25 meeting; Town Meeting will vote May 4.

Key decisions

• 💰 Level-funded FY27 budget review. The Finance Committee reviewed a level-funded fiscal 2027 budget requiring about $2.7 million in free cash, fully covered by $3,289,054 in certified free cash, leaving roughly $428,000 for capital spending. If an override is rejected, the town would face staff reductions and establish an unemployment reserve of roughly $33,000 per worker. (Next: May 4). Read case details
• 💰 CPA-funded projects for FY27. The Finance Committee reviewed CPA projects totaling $1,034,000 in anticipated FY27 funding, combining $447,000 in undesignated carryover, $534,000 in projected local revenue, and about $53,000 in state match. Projects include Blanchard Gardens window replacements, new restrooms and paths at Memorial Field, and various other improvements; roughly $428,000 remains available and Island Grove Bridge repair awaits a state grant. Read case details

Next dates

• May 4: Town Meeting for FY27 budget vote

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