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Darien Board of Finance discusses proposed FY2027 budget and adjourns
Summary
The Darien Board of Finance reviewed the proposed FY2027 budget, focusing on general fund contribution, tax collection rate, debt service and mill-rate considerations; no public comment was received and the meeting adjourned by unanimous motion.
The Darien Board of Finance met April 2, 2026, at Darien Town Hall to review the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget. Chairman James Palen called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m., and a quorum was present.
According to the meeting agenda and discussion, board members considered the proposed FY2027 budget with attention to general fund contribution and balance, the town’s tax collection rate, an update on debt service, and overall mill-rate considerations. The transcript records only that “The Board discussed the proposed FY2027 budget”; it does not include specific budget figures, motions to adopt or amend budget items, or votes on any budget measures.
Joshua Kaufman, identified in the attendance list as finance director, was present for the discussion. No members of the public offered comment during the public-comment period, and no formal action on budget items was recorded in the transcript.
The meeting concluded when Rob Cardone moved to adjourn at 9:20 p.m., a motion seconded by Jenny Schwartz. The motion carried with all members present voting yea: Chairman James Palen, Dan Bumgardner, Paul Hendrickson, Rob Cardone, Taylor Marron, Millyn Gaaserud and Jenny Schwartz.
The transcript does not specify next steps, further public hearings, or dates for subsequent budget votes.
