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Lakeville budget debate centers on school cuts and possibility of override
Summary
At the annual town meeting voters approved the FY2009 operating budget after extended debate about cuts to local schools, contingency budgeting and whether to pursue an override; school leaders warned services are at risk and selectmen said they hope to avoid an immediate override.
Lakeville’s annual town meeting on May 12, 2008 approved the town’s FY2009 operating budget after extended public discussion about cuts at the local schools, use of one-time revenues and whether the town should pursue an override to raise additional revenue.
Why it matters: The town-wide operating budget sets the funding level for schools, public safety, and municipal services. School leaders warned that repeated cuts have reduced services and that the current budget leaves little room for unanticipated costs.
Key action: The moderator presented Article 2 as the town operating budget, a package that combined general fund appropriations with transfers and designated revenue sources. The…
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