Select Board hears debate over planning, code-enforcement budget and TIF funding
Jul 7, 2026
Town staff proposed a 2026 planning and code-enforcement budget of $231,518 that would increase hours for a junior code-enforcement position and use $28,000 of previously approved TIF funds toward salary; board members sought clearer fee schedules and breakdowns for stipends, consultant use and whether the TIF allocation should be permanent or phased.
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Town staff presented a proposed planning and code-enforcement budget that would add staff time and reallocate existing funds to increase capacity for code enforcement and planning implementation. The budget committee recommended a lower number than the select board’s initial proposal; the board reviewed the difference and discussed staffing models.
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