School Committee: Finance Subcommittee - September 23rd, 2026

The Milton School Committee Finance Subcommittee met on September 23, 2026, to discuss budget planning and capital requests for the upcoming fiscal years. Key procurement-related topics included the review of the school district's budget rollover process, projected salary and non-salary inflation adjustments, and the impact of percentage increases on the budget. The committee also reviewed a detailed five-year capital request plan presented by Bob Patterson, focusing on technology needs such as end-user device replacements, smartboard upgrades, camera server replacements, and Wi-Fi improvements. Discussions emphasized the importance of adhering to state contract vendors for procurement and the strategic timing of capital requests to maximize funding opportunities. The committee planned to continue budget discussions by mid-October and scheduled further meetings to address revolving accounts, fees, and capital project prioritization. Motions were passed to proceed with these plans and to schedule follow-up meetings.