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Swansea deliberates 2026 budget as ambulance contract and insurance costs drive increase
Summary
The select board presented a $8.94M 2026 operating budget (about $47,000 over default) at the deliberative session, citing rising personnel, insurance and a large increase in the Cheshire EMS contract; residents and officials debated the feasibility of in‑town ambulance service and options to control costs.
Town leaders presented the proposed 2026 operating budget of $8,939,036, saying it funds essential municipal services and is roughly $47,000 above the default budget. Officials explained drivers including wages, benefits, property and liability insurance increases, and a marked rise in the ambulance contract cost with Cheshire EMS.
Presenter notes highlighted that health insurance and other fixed costs are the largest drivers of the…
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