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Budget Overview Belmont Town Meeting. May 11, 2011. Projections in November 2010 ($000). What changed?. Additional funds available for programs. After discussion, BOS and SC agreed upon, voted, and WC recommends…. Proposed FY 2012 Budget. Translated into programs……. For the Schools.
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Budget OverviewBelmont Town Meeting May 11, 2011
After discussion, BOS and SC agreed upon, voted, and WC recommends…
Translated into programs…… For the Schools For the Town New money allows: Restoration of all classroom experiences (Music, Art, AP classes, foreign language, etc.) High school librarian Full time nurses Guidance counselors ……and more New money provides: • Library hours • Trees • Two more roads • Sidewalk repair • DPW vehicle repair ……..and more.
FY 2013 Challenges Town wide: Post employment medical benefits Town departments: Pension and disability School Department: Compensation
Solutions: Work in Progress • Police and Fire: disability study underway • School Committee: finance and planning committee • Education of Senate re health plan design • Health plan redesign independent of State • Collective bargaining discussions • New approach to development …and more