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- Bristol County
- 5/5/25
- 05/06/2025
- 113 Minutes
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Overview: The Norton Finance Committee grappled with budgetary concerns during its recent meeting, focusing on the implications of increased reliance on stabilization funds and free cash for essential services. Discussions centered around the sustainability of current financial practices, particularly regarding funding allocations for public services like police, fire, and schools, amid rising costs and revenue uncertainties.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/23/25
- 04/24/2025
- 36 Minutes
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Overview: The Norton Finance Committee addressed key financial strategies for the upcoming fiscal year, with discussions revolving around the potential use of free cash versus stabilization funds, the impact of health insurance cost increases, and critical budget adjustments for various town services.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/14/25
- 04/15/2025
- 104 Minutes
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Overview: The Norton Finance Committee meeting primarily focused on the significant Elm Street infrastructure project, alongside discussions surrounding the town’s budget challenges, grant funding, and the search for a new town manager. The committee tackled the financial implications of the Elm Street project, featuring a revised plan estimated at $6 million, and considered the challenges posed by the town’s budget shortfall and necessary staffing decisions.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/7/25
- 04/08/2025
- 65 Minutes
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Overview: The Norton Finance Committee meeting on April 7th focused on discussions regarding the Southeastern Regional School District’s budget assessment, housing development implications, and the challenges surrounding student enrollment and admissions processes.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 3/31/25
- 04/01/2025
- 72 Minutes
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Overview: The Norton Finance Committee recently met to tackle a range of financial topics, with discussions primarily focusing on a new solar pilot agreement, library funding, and the town’s budget constraints. The committee approved a long-debated solar payment in lieu of taxes (pilot) agreement with a solar company operating on Hill Street, which is expected to yield approximately $15,000 annually for the town over the next 11 years. The meeting also delved into the library’s budget request for fiscal year 2026 and the challenges of staffing and compliance in the assessor and treasurer departments.