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Town reports year-to-date expenses near 50% of budget; highway spending below 50%
Summary
Chair reported town year-to-date expenses of $353,549 (about 50.55% of the annual budget) and highway expenses of $567,605 (about 45.84% of the highway budget), noting the town is tracking near expected burn rates.
The Barre Town Board reviewed year-to-date financials. Chair Andrew reported town expenses of $353,549, which he said is "about 50% — 50.55% of our annual budget," and highway expenses totaling $567,605, or approximately 45.84% of the highway annual budget.
Board members discussed routine financial items including billing, procurement and whether to switch to a credit card that earns travel points or cash back. A committee member suggested exploring a Capital One card to capture points for hotel stays; members asked staff to check legal and policy constraints and to follow up with Bridget O'Toole on prior conversations about card usage.
