Finance Committee Meeting - 06/01/2026

The Town of Bridgewater, MA Finance Committee held a meeting on June 1, 2026, focusing primarily on budgetary and procurement-related matters. Key discussions included the acceptance of a state grant for fire education, approval of a transfer order for cash capital leasing obligations related to the leasing of large vehicles such as fire engines and ambulances, and detailed deliberations on water and sewer rate adjustments for fiscal year 2027. The committee reviewed the capital improvement plan, emphasizing infrastructure projects like water system upgrades and road maintenance, and discussed strategies for funding these projects through a combination of grants, loans, and rate increases. Motions to recommend acceptance of the grant, approve the leasing obligations, and endorse the proposed water and sewer rates were all passed by roll call vote. The meeting also addressed vehicle maintenance practices, lease-to-own arrangements for emergency vehicles, and ongoing efforts to secure state and federal funding to offset infrastructure costs. The committee concluded with plans for a future water forum to further inform stakeholders about water infrastructure initiatives.