Board clarifies budget-transfer rules, asks WVFD for specific pension and dues figures

Jul 22, 2025

The board clarified that the Town Administrator can manage internal WVFD transfers but that transfers involving other departments require public meeting approval; the WVFD was asked to return with exact pension and OSFA dues amounts for fuller evaluation.

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During discussion of the WVFD’s request, the Board of Trustees clarified the procedural rule that internal budget transfers within the fire department can be managed by the Town Administrator but that any proposed use of funds from other departments would require approval during a public meeting. Chairman Joel Siria and Town Administrator Lunt emphasized open communication and that the board relies on the WVFD to identify departmental needs.

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