Ocean Ridge draft budget shows increases in public safety and infrastructure

Jun 2, 2026

The draft 2027 budget presented to the commission shows the largest proposed increases in public safety operations (+$577,000), infrastructure and physical environment (+$157,000), building inspections (+$117,000) and town manager operations (+$75,000); the moderator said the overall budget is lower than last year and recommended conservative planning given state revenue uncertainty.

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The commission reviewed the draft 2027 budget and a large 'at-a-glance' summary that highlighted several department increases. The Moderator told the meeting that the largest line-item increases in the proposed budget are $577,000 for public safety operations, $157,000 for infrastructure and physical environment, $117,000 for building department inspections and $75,000 for town manager operations.

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