Article 14: To see if the Town will vote to set the FY 2027 expenditure limits for the revolving funds listed in the Revolving Fund Bylaw (Code § 1-56-051), as shown in the table below:

Revolving Fund Annual Expenditure Limit

Fire Department (EMS and Haz Mat) $ 750,000

Animal Control $ 50,000

Family & Youth Services $ 20,000

Council on Aging $ 300,000

Community Affairs $ 20,000

Library $ 20,000

Health Department $ 150,000

or take any other action relative thereto.

Explanation: Pursuant to the Town’s Revolving Fund Bylaw (Code § 1-56-051) and the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 53E½, an annual vote is required to establish expenditure limits for the revolving funds. The Recreation Department revolving fund is authorized under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 44, Section 53D, and does not require annual reauthorization.

Votes Needed to Pass: Majority 

Discussion Related to This Article: 

Appropriations Committee Vote: March 26, 2026 (Minutes)

Select Board Vote: April 6, 2026