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Board of Selectmen
March 31, 2011
7 p.m.
Present: Sheila H. Dibb – Chairman, Joseph R. Becker – Vice Chairman, Cherilyn A. Bulger, Michael S. Pantos – Clerk.
Also present: Lyndon Nichols, Chairman – Finance Committee, Chuck Patterson - Finance Committee, Daniel Haynes – Town Accountant
Mr. Becker reviewed the revenue numbers and levy limit. Tax rate with ballot override is $14.91. Mr. Patterson questioned Dan Haynes, Town Accountant on new growth and new construction at $19,000,000.00. Mr. Pantos compared a tax rate increase from $12.92 in 2010 to $14.91 in 2012. Mr. Becker reviewed the budget for $416,631.34 shortfall at level funding. Mr. Becker also reviewed the budget if the ballot questions failed.
Poll of folks on where to get the $110,000 shortfall – use of any stabilization fund (Joe no, Chuck no, Mike no, Lyndon no). Review of where departments can be cut to get $110,000.00 – school no. Suggestions for cuts on various line items (see attached) and service impact.
Mr. Becker moved to adjourn. Mr. Pantos seconded. Vote unanimous. Meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michael S. Pantos, Clerk
Board of Selectmen
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