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Mayor presents FY2026–27 budget with no mill‑rate increase and $1M boost for schools
Summary
The New Britain mayor presented a priorities‑based FY2026–27 budget on April 15 that maintains the mill rate and increases funding for education by $1 million, funds sidewalks and infrastructure projects, and will be referred to subcommittees after council action to accept and refer multiple items to committee.
The mayor presented the proposed fiscal year 2026–27 budget to the New Britain Common Council on April 15, describing it as a priorities‑based plan that holds the mill rate and existing water and sewer rates steady while preserving staffing and directing targeted investments in infrastructure, education and neighborhood improvements.
The mayor said the administration has faced recent operational challenges, including a cyberattack and an unusually harsh winter, and that reviews have uncovered “misuse of taxpayer resources” and revenue that was not collected. “Where there has been abuse, there will be accountability. Where there…
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