Budget & taxes in Connecticut local government
What Connecticut city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
3,724 Connecticut meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Connecticut with the most budget & taxes activity
- Middletown, CT (411)
- Branford, CT (360)
- Bristol, CT (303)
- Trumbull, CT (126)
- West Hartford, CT (114)
- Waterford, CT (110)
- Milford, CT (109)
- Easton, CT (109)
- Stonington, CT (107)
- Ashford, CT (105)
- Deep River, CT (102)
- Preston, CT (102)
Latest matching meetings
Board discusses budget planning and administrative updates
The board will review current fiscal year finances and begin discussions for the next fiscal year's budget. Staffing, training, and policy updates will also be reviewed alongside preparations for the organization's 100th anniversary.
Elderly Commission reviews budget and routine business
This meeting of the Oxford Elderly Commission consists largely of procedural items: approval of previous minutes, reports from the municipal agent and director, a budget review, and old/new business. No specific proposals or decisions are detailed in the agenda.
Oxford Fire Department Board of Fire Chiefs to meet August 12
The Board of Fire Chiefs will hold a regular meeting to review department reports and membership status. The agenda includes discussions on budget summaries, training schedules, and safety recertifications.
Harwinton Public Library Board of Directors to meet August 3
The Board of Directors will meet to receive reports from the secretary, treasurer, and librarian. The body will also hear updates from various committees, including budget and property.
Council considers utility easements, police grants, and legal settlements
The Council will vote on a permanent easement for United Illuminating at Baldwin Plaza and consider several grant applications. Members will also address pending litigation settlements and appointments to the Ethics Commission.
Committee to consider raising 2026 out-of-town beach parking fee to $250
The Public Health, Recreation & Environment Committee will first approve the minutes from its April 16, 2025 meeting. It will then review a proposal to increase the non‑resident annual beach parking fee from $175 to $250 for the 2026 season. The committee will also consider a possible amendment to the Jordan Park…
Board of Finance to conduct final review of FY 2025-26 budget
The Board of Finance will perform a final review of the FY 2025-26 budget and discuss the budget process and calendar. The meeting includes updates on ARPA funds, the Transfer Station 2026-27 budget, and 2026 financing forecasts.
Board of Finance to review fund transfers and bid waivers
The Board of Finance will consider several fund transfers and additional appropriations across city departments. The body will also review requests for bid waivers for Public Works and the City Clerk.
CMEEC board to approve board compensation and review energy results
The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Board of Directors will meet in person at 30 Stott Avenue in Norwich to approve minutes, review energy market updates, and consider a proposed change to Margaret Job's board compensation.
Committee will review 2026 second‑quarter operating results
The Budget & Finance Committee will review the year‑to‑date second‑quarter 2026 operating results via the Master Dashboard. It will also consider the status of capital projects and the meeting schedule for the 2027 budget. The committee will approve minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting and address any new…
Board of Finance July 23 meeting cancelled
The regular Board of Finance meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions took place.
Mattabassett District Finance Committee to review FY25-26 budget transfers
The Mattabassett District Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY25-26 operating budget analysis and consider transferring funds between accounts. They will also review and recommend adjustments to the capital budget and a transfer of remaining capital funds into the Capital Non-Recurring account. The dollar…
Downtown Business District considers $1,000 grant for music series
The Downtown Business District will meet to receive updates from city and community partners. The body will review June financials and meeting minutes. Members will discuss a grant for the Holy Trinity Summer Music Series.
Board of Finance to discuss Unassigned Fund policy
The Board of Finance will meet to review a financial report and discuss a proposed policy regarding the Unassigned Fund. The meeting also includes a report from the Selectman.
Firehouse Building Committee to discuss design services and alternative sites
The committee will receive updates on the building program and design services from TSKP. Members will also discuss alternative sites and review financial invoices.
Board of Selectmen to consider road maintenance contracts and equipment surplus
The Board of Selectmen will consider awarding road maintenance contracts for guardrails, line striping, and catch basin cleaning. The board will also review requests to surplus several vehicles and a mower, including the reassignment of a 2014 International WorkStar 7400 to the Utility Commission.
Board authorizes settlements in three major city lawsuits
The Torrington Board of Finance will vote to approve settlement agreements for pending litigation with Connecticut CVS Pharmacy, Target Corporation, and SL Torrington LLC & GG Torrington LLC. The board will also consider using $992,285.51 from the Board of Education 313 Capital Reserve Fund, and approve FY 26/27…
School Building Committee to review project updates and approve multi-million dollar invoices
The committee will receive progress reports on school construction projects across three phases, including elementary, middle, and central office sites. Members will discuss sidewalk installation at Greeneville Elementary and the ribbon cutting schedule for Stanton. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve…
Board to consider tax refunds and veterans exemption requests
The Board of Selectmen will convene to address administrative items including minutes, appointments, and public participation. The meeting agenda lists new business items such as a request for tax and driveway bond refunds and a veterans exemption application.
Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter Commission to review financial and shelter reports
The commission will meet to approve treasure and shelter reports, as well as the May 2026 minutes. The body will also discuss shelter happenings and fundraisers.
Board of Finance meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
The regular July 21, 2026 meeting of the Old Saybrook Board of Finance has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business will be conducted.
Board of Finance meeting to review reports and approve June minutes
The Washington Board of Finance will consider routine financial and municipal reports. It will vote to approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting. No other decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
Ordinance Committee will discuss amendments to building, peddling, tax relief chapters
The committee will approve the meeting minutes from March 16, 2026. It will discuss amendments to Chapter 85 (building construction, alteration, renovation, demolition), Chapter 158 (peddling and soliciting), and Chapter 187 (property tax relief for certain elderly homeowners) as outlined in a memorandum from…
City Council to settle pending lawsuits with CVS, Target, and SL Torrington
The council will vote to authorize the mayor to enter settlement agreements for three pending litigations involving CVS Pharmacy, Target Corporation, and SL Torrington/ GG Torrington. It will also approve multiple contract awards, including labor counsel services, tree trimming, and on‑call electrical services, and…
Quiambaug Fire District Board of Directors to meet July 20
The Board of Directors will hold a regular monthly meeting to review reports from the President, Chief, and Treasurer. The Treasurer's report includes updates on the reserve account and the transition with HFM.
Council to appropriate $55 million for new police headquarters and adopt traffic‑camera ordinance
The Norwich City Council will consider a $55,000,000 appropriation and bond issuance for the police headquarters facility at 300 Main Street. Council members will also vote on an ordinance authorizing the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices in school zones, pedestrian safety zones, and other city…
Board of Selectmen to discuss 2026 bond referendum and Town Manager compensation
The Board of Selectmen will consider resolutions regarding the 2026 bond referendum, including setting a town meeting and referendum date. The body will also review Town Manager evaluation and compensation for FY27 and a joint policy for Holcomb Farm and the Agricultural Commission.
Town Council to consider fire cost recovery ordinance and COVRRA rates
The Coventry Town Council will discuss a new ordinance for fire prevention and protection cost recovery and set the COVRRA rate for FY 2026/27. The body will also consider ratifying acting appointments for Deputy and Assistant Town Manager roles. Additionally, the council will receive updates on the Airline Trail and…
Commission reviews branding budget, donations, and future cultural projects
The Cromwell Cultural District Commission will discuss updates on branding, marketing, and budgeting, including a budget update for branding and marketing materials. It will consider donations to the district and the concept of a nonprofit "Friends of the Cultural District". The commission will also review promotional…
Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss FY27 budget and capital projects
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review maintenance reports for town parks and provide updates on various community activities. The body is scheduled to discuss the FY27 budget and capital planning for future years.
Mattabassett District Board meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026
The Board of Directors will review financial reports including receipts, expenditures, and the investment schedule. Staff reports will cover operational profiles, safety/energy data, and water quality metrics such as nitrogen and effluent levels.
WPCA discusses sewer fees and a $400,000 CT Bond Commission award
The Water Pollution Control Authority will discuss timelines for sewer and connection fees. The meeting includes updates on a $400,000 CT Bond Commission award and a commercial user agreement with MTUA.
Committee will consider a $1,000 donation appropriation and grant fund use
The West Hartford Finance & Administration Committee will approve the meeting minutes, consider a resolution to appropriate a $1,000 donation from Peoples Bank for the town's Back To School Bash Block Party, and consider a resolution to appropriate grant funds awarded under the Community Connectivity Grant Program…
Tudor Road Building Committee reviews final scope before bid posting
The Tudor Road Building Committee will hold a special meeting to conduct a final review of the project scope and timeline before the bid package is posted. The agenda includes finance and timeline updates, a civil‑engineer and wetlands status report, and discussion of next steps. No formal decisions are listed; the…
Committee to discuss Farmers Market support and September festival activities
The Community Events Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings, review financial reports, and discuss support for the Farmers Market and festival activities for September 24th.
Selectmen consider accepting EMS bid for building services up to $183,125
The Board will discuss and possibly approve the EMS Environmental Service bid for the EMS Building Committee, with options ranging from $14,579.27 to $183,125.00. The First Selectman will give an update on current projects and initiatives. The meeting includes discussion of boards and commissions and two public…
Preston Board of Finance meeting cancelled
The regularly scheduled Board of Finance meeting on July 16, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or discussed.
Committee considers closing its account with the town
The Granby America 250 Committee will review and approve the minutes from its June 18, 2026 meeting. It will discuss whether to close the committee's account with the town and decide if additional meetings are needed. A public session will follow before the meeting adjourns.
ZBA to hear variance request for restaurant patio
The Brooklyn Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to continue a public hearing on a variance request for Hank's Restaurant to add an outside patio at 416 Providence Road. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a budget update.
Sterling Library Board to discuss bylaws revisions and FY 25-26 wrap-up
The Library Board of Directors will meet to review bylaws revisions and the wrap-up for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will also receive updates on the Friends of the Library and the clothing shed.