Select Board discusses FY2027-FY2031 forecast, potential override need
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
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.
In the full story:
- The complete report — 227 words
Source: the Select Board meeting of January 6, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
Members read the rest of this story and every Shrewsbury meeting we cover, in full.
Become a memberAlready a member? Sign inA 30-day free trial needs a payment method. After it, your membership renews at the price shown at checkout until you cancel, which you can do anytime from your account. Subscription terms
Share this brief
Know someone in Shrewsbury who follows town government? Share Townbrief Shrewsbury: they can sign up free.