Article 17: To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum to the Stabilization Fund, and to meet said appropriation the sum be transferred from Free Cash or take any action relative thereto.

Explanation: In most years an Article is proposed to provide for a contribution to the Stabilization Fund, or general savings account, for the Town. Zero dollars are being proposed to be transferred in FY2027 per the Select Board’s approved Free Cash plan and having sufficient Reserve Levels per the Town’s Financial Policies. This article will be passed this year over unless new information emerges.

Votes Needed to Pass: Majority

 

Relevant Discussion for This Article

February 23, 2026 Select Board (Decision to contribute $0)

Appropriations Committee Vote: March 26, 2026 (Minutes)

April 6, 2026 Select Board