Select Board and Finance Committee review FY27 budget amid projected deficit
Select Board and Finance Committee jointly reviewed Maynard's FY27 budget, surfacing a projected $325,000 general fund deficit. Town Administrator Gregory Johnson presented recommendations centered on revenue forecasts, water supply planning at Rockland Avenue, insurance renewals, and a Deputy Fire
Select Board · Meeting of February 7, 2026
MAYNARD — Select Board and Finance Committee jointly reviewed Maynard's FY27 budget, surfacing a projected $325,000 general fund deficit. Town Administrator Gregory Johnson presented recommendations centered on revenue forecasts, water supply planning at Rockland Avenue, insurance renewals, and a Deputy Fire Chief position; Superintendent Brian Haas requested funding for a Grade 5 teacher, Athletic Trainer, and Health/Physical Education teacher. State Senator Jamie Eldridge and Speaker Pro Tempore Kate Hogan briefed the boards on state revenue projections and local aid impacts.
Capital Planning Committee member Ben Zauski detailed major projects including Fowler School roof replacement, while member Jeffrey Swanberg proposed a capital override for increased general fund allocation.
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Source: the Select Board meeting of February 7, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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