Select Board debates budget cuts, keeps small support for Real Rutland program

Nov 11, 2025

Fairhaven's first-pass budget prompted debate over zeroed-out line items and volunteer-supported programs; board members restored a $500 promotional contribution to CEDAR's Real Rutland regional marketing program after its presentation.

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The Fairhaven Select Board's review of the draft 3% budget on Nov. 9 sparked sharp discussion about lines cut to zero, volunteer capacity, and whether the town should restore small discretionary allocations for economic development.

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