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Weston board discusses 3.91% operating increase as health insurance jumps
Summary
The Weston Board of Education reviewed an updated 2026–27 operating budget showing a 3.91% increase after administrators factored a projected 15% rise in health insurance premiums; board members and parents warned that deeper cuts would likely affect staff and programs.
The Weston Board of Education held a budget workshop that closed its public comment period and moved into detailed budget questions after public speakers urged the board to avoid staff cuts and to protect existing grade configurations during a planned middle‑school project.
Superintendent Eric Forte told the board the administration had prepared updated figures after new information surfaced this week about health insurance, positions and other unanticipated reductions. Phil, the district finance lead, said the state’s current projection for the partnership health insurance plan indicated a likely 15% premium increase…
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