2027 Town Budget
Summary
A ~95% complete budget was unveiled with police (over half of spending) and highway (about a quarter) dominating. Open questions: the police union contract and health insurance plan. Public hearing November 4, adoption November 18.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 21, 2026, up from 2 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Preliminary townwide rate around $4.15 per $1,000 in villages; police contract and health insurance figures still unresolved.
All town residents who use town services.
Programs funded by the B-Fund could face adjustments until permit revenue arrives.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Town Board - Nov 4, 2026
The proposed 2027 budget was presented at public hearing, with projected revenues of about $16.9 million. Adoption remains ahead; residents could weigh in during the hearing.
Town Board - Oct 28, 2026
A ~95% complete budget was unveiled with police (over half of spending) and highway (about a quarter) dominating. Open questions: the police union contract and health insurance plan. Public hearing November 4, adoption November 18.
Town Board - Oct 21, 2026
The board is shaping next year's budget, trimming police training and equipment while weighing raises, salt costs, and how much to spend on road paving. Final numbers affect the tax rate residents will pay.
Town Board - Sep 9, 2026
The B-Fund is short because the Twin Ponds project hasn't started construction, so expected building permit fees haven't come in. Budget adjustments are coming.
Town Board - Aug 26, 2026
A budget work session is set for October 21 and the preliminary budget hearing for November 4 — the key dates for residents to weigh in on next year's spending.
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