Board of Finance 05/20/2026

The North Haven Board of Finance held a meeting on May 20, 2026, primarily focused on addressing the town's budget after the initial proposal failed in a recent referendum. The board discussed detailed budget adjustments, including proposed cuts totaling approximately $2.76 million across town and Board of Education expenses, aiming to reduce the mill rate increase from 1.7 to 1.1 mills to improve chances of passage in a second referendum scheduled for June 2, 2026. Key procurement-related topics included reductions in capital projects such as police cruisers and public works, deferral of mandated plans like the plan of conservation and development, and personnel adjustments in police and fire departments. The board also debated revenue projections, use of fund balance reserves, and the impact of budget cuts on education programs and town services. A motion to present the revised budget was passed, and public comments reflected concerns about education spending growth, the need for structural budget reviews, and the importance of public safety funding. The meeting concluded with plans to move forward with the adjusted budget for the upcoming referendum.