Voters in Templeton will weigh in Jan. 6 on a Narragansett Regional Schools roof-repair project estimated at just under $10,900,000, town hosts said during the Dec. 15 TCTV broadcast. The Department of Elementary and Secondary funding referenced in the presentation indicates the state will reimburse nearly 60% of the total cost, leaving Templeton with an expected share of about $6,000,000. Officials estimated the average single-family home could see an annual property-tax increase of about $95.19 if the debt exclusion is approved.

The ballot will be open Jan. 6 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Narragansett High School gymnasium, hosts said. Narragansett Regional School superintendent Christopher has posted an explanatory video on the NRSD YouTube channel, and a detailed project FAQ is available on the town website at templetonma.gov.

Why it matters: This is a large capital project for the regional district and will affect local property-tax bills if voters approve the temporary debt exclusion. State reimbursement reduces the town's share but leaves Templeton with a multi-million-dollar obligation that the community will decide at the polls.

What was said: On the TCTV broadcast Erin Bresnahan announced the vote date and logistical details; Ian Dolan summarized the project cost and estimated household impact. The program noted that a neighboring jurisdiction, identified in the broadcast as "Phillipson," had approved its portion of funding.

Next steps: The outcome will be set by the Jan. 6 vote. If approved, the town will proceed with the roof repairs in coordination with the regional school district and with attention to state reimbursement schedules.