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Bel Air Armory budget shows operating shortfall despite full bookings, staff says
Summary
Town staff presented the Armory and Armory Marketplace FY26 operating budget and reported the facility is heavily used and booked through 2026, but revenues cover only part of operating costs, leaving a six‑figure shortfall.
Town staff briefed commissioners on the armory’s FY26 operating budget during the May 7, 2025, work session and provided advertising and programming details for bookings and revenues.
Staff presented a proposed operating budget of $254,460 for the armory and armory marketplace, with $16,500 earmarked for maintenance and utilities for the garages and $237,960 for regular armory operations, including salaries for the events manager and part‑time staff, utilities and maintenance. The events line includes $10,400 for advertising and…
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