Summary
Police want a 2.73% increase, with cruisers moved to a separate warrant article. The chief defended staffing levels as a safety issue and endorsed continuing hybrid cruisers, which now cost the same as gas vehicles and save $2-3K/year in fuel.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
A proposed $169,557 (2.73%) increase, plus a warrant article for two cruisers (~$149,000 equipped).
Residents relying on police response; currently only 2-3 officers are on duty at any given time.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Budget Committee - Sep 17, 2026
Police are asking for $6.39 million, up 2.73%, mostly health insurance. Cruisers move to a separate warrant article, and the chief says the EV cruisers are paying off in gas savings. He warned cutting staffing would create safety concerns.
Town Council Budget Review - Sep 16, 2026
Police want a 2.73% increase, with cruisers moved to a separate warrant article. The chief defended staffing levels as a safety issue and endorsed continuing hybrid cruisers, which now cost the same as gas vehicles and save $2-3K/year in fuel.
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