The municipal budget was passed after a second reading on June 7.
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Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Maine cities, towns face historic tax increases as costs rise relentlessly
School budgets tip the scales for municipalities trying to balance fiscal responsibilities without burdening residents.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth school budget’s tax increase less than expected at 6.3%
The proposed $34.2 million school budget includes an increase to $530,000 for facilities and a new ed tech position for the middle school.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland’s final budget proposal carries property tax increase of 4.2%
The combined municipal and school budget includes funding for Cottage Road improvements, a new fire truck and a number of new teaching positions.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham’s proposed town budget raises property tax rate a nickel
The $20.2 million proposal adds four firefighter/EMT positions to the town’s Fire Department.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
South Portland stops short of ending longstanding membership in regional planning agency
City councilors want more information and discussion about how the city is being treated in regard to regional transit funding.
Posted inTimes Record
Harpswell residents could see 3% tax increase
Harpswell’s proposed $6.3 million spending plan represents an 11.4% increase over last year’s budget.
Posted inTimes Record
Bath wants voters to OK change to spending cap in attempt to curb budget cuts
If the rule isn’t changed by the time a BIW tax agreement ends, the city could face $900,000 in cuts.
Posted inTimes Record
Georgetown residents approve $1.68 million budget, tax impact unclear
Although the town’s new budget was approved, town administrators won’t know how it will change the town’s tax rate until the tax commitment is performed in the fall.
Posted inTimes Record
Georgetown to vote on proposed $1.68 million spending plan
Residents will vote on the proposed budget at the annual town meeting on Saturday.