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Hornellsville board reviews 2026 accounts, considers returning unspent funds to limit 2027 tax increases
Summary
At a May 12 special meeting, the Town of Hornellsville Board reviewed the 2026 budget and discussed using unexpended 2026 funds to bolster fund balance as a measure to help limit tax increases while planning the 2027 tentative budget. Specific dollar amounts were not provided.
Supervisor Dan Broughton called a special Town Board meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026, at Hornellsville Town Hall to hold a budget workshop covering the current 2026 budget and planning for the 2027 tentative budget.
The board reviewed the 2026 budget’s revenues, expenditures and remaining balances. Town Bookkeeper Debra Castle-Harvey participated in the review; the minutes record a focus on year-end balances but do not list specific account totals or dollar figures.
Discussion centered on the potential return of unexpended 2026 funds to the town’s fund balance as a measure to minimize future tax increases and help maintain lower tax rates for residents. The minutes note the board considered this option but do not record any formal motion, dollar amount, or final decision on which lines would be closed out or the size of any transfer.
Board members also discussed anticipated expenses, budget trends, and financial planning considerations to inform the 2027 tentative budget. Highway Superintendent Jason Emo and other staff were present for planning clarification; the minutes do not include detailed revenue projections or line-item changes for 2027.
With no further business, the workshop concluded at 6:00 p.m., and the regular Town Board meeting was called to order.
