BOF Reviews $243.9M School Budget at Public Hearing

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Why it matters

The proposed $243.9 million school budget will determine classroom resources, transportation efficiency, and significantly impact property tax rates for all Fairfield residents.

What happened

Board of Finance held third budget hearing reviewing the $243,944,528 Board of Education budget with Superintendent Mike Testani and school officials
School district restored approximately $844,000 to their budget mainly due to lower health benefit costs than originally projected
Schools estimate $900,000 surplus for current fiscal year, with Chromebooks to be purchased from surplus funds
Private school bus routes have been extended with combined pickup schedules to reduce number of buses and drivers needed
Finance department presented $19,407,639 in projected revenue, representing a $711,287 (3.80%) increase from fiscal year 2026
Total debt service presented at $26,001,900 for principal and interest payments on town bonds

What is next

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