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Council introduces FY2027 budget; late proposal to add Vinton Park bridges fails to advance
Summary
The Somerset Town Council introduced the FY2027 budget and the tax-levy ordinance. A councilor proposed adding funds for two pedestrian bridges in Vinton Park, but the amendment did not advance because members said it lacked financial detail and proper advance notice.
The Somerset Town Council introduced its FY2027 budget ordinance May 4 and moved to levy the town’s tax as described in Maryland’s tax code. During the introduction a council member asked to amend the agenda and budget to add funding for two pedestrian bridges in Vinton Park, arguing a larger procurement would make it easier to hire a contractor to build three bridges together.
Council discussion centered on process: several members said a last-minute budget amendment without a financial estimate or time to vet the proposal was inappropriate and urged the sponsor to bring detailed costs and PNRC review before the formal adoption vote. One councilor suggested taking the proposed bridge funding to PNRC and returning with numbers in June; another councilor opposed a short-notice add. The proposed amendment failed to move forward for lack of adequate information and consensus. The budget ordinance itself was introduced for consideration and future adoption.
