Select Board discusses FY2027-FY2031 forecast, potential override need
Select Board · Meeting of January 6, 2026
SHREWSBURY — Select Board examines five-year financial forecast, identifies $2.1 million shortfall for FY2027. Chair Theresa H. Flynn and members discussed health insurance costs as the largest single expense driver and explored potential need for a future override in coordination with the School Committee and Finance Committee.
The Board outlined next steps including a community summit planned for late February or early March to gather public input and public hearings on the FY2027 budget anticipated for late March or April.
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Source: the Select Board meeting of January 6, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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