Finance Committee June 22, 2026

The NewTV Government Finance Committee held a meeting on June 22, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related items. Key discussions included authorization for a lease agreement with Select Energy to install solar panels at Brewer Elementary School, expected to generate cost savings of approximately $30,000 annually. The committee also approved a $327,000 budget reallocation for renovations to the shower and locker rooms at Fire Station 2, with a project timeline of about three to four weeks. Additionally, the committee approved a $900,000 transfer from salary attrition funds to cover snow and ice removal contractor invoices, addressing delayed billing and improving contract management procedures for future seasons. Finally, the committee approved retroactive wage adjustments totaling $710,000 for police officers, engineers, and crossing guards under recently settled collective bargaining agreements, ensuring budget alignment for fiscal years 2025 through 2027. The meeting included motions and unanimous votes on all procurement and budget items discussed.