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Acton presents $40.8 million municipal budget; seeks $300,000 OPEB transfer
Summary
David Martin, a member of the Select Board, presented Warrant Article 4 — the Town of Acton’s municipal operating budget for fiscal year 2026 — saying the proposal would be voted in two parts: a two‑thirds vote to transfer $300,000 from the town’s OPEB trust to pay retiree benefits, and a majority vote to fund municipal operations.
David Martin, a member of the Select Board, presented Warrant Article 4 — the Town of Acton’s municipal operating budget for fiscal year 2026 — saying the proposal would be voted in two parts: a two‑thirds vote to transfer $300,000 from the town’s OPEB (other post‑employment benefits) trust to pay retiree benefits, and a majority vote to fund the municipal operating budget.
Martin said the proposed municipal operating budget is $40,810,464, an increase of about 4.6% over the current year, and that “all but $300,000 of that is covered by the main motion,” with the smaller line item requiring the two‑thirds vote. He also summarized the roles of the town manager,…
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