The Board of Finance discussed several financial matters, including the tabling of a Chromebook lease for the Board of Education and the renaming of an Economic Development Commission account. They approved a temporary pay adjustment for the Department of Public Works and proceeded with a Request for Proposals for an audit of the Board of Education's budget processes. Additionally, the Board tabled a request from the Board of Education to reappropriate capital funds and approved a temporary staffing request for the Finance Director's office to address payroll data entry needs.
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The board addressed several financial and project-related items. Approval was granted for an expenditure of $8,850 to install an HVAC system in the town garage breakroom. The board conducted a detailed discussion regarding a significant budget overrun within the Board of Education's 2025-2026 fiscal year, highlighting concerns regarding financial controls, reporting accuracy, and the need for immediate remediation strategies for the 2026-2027 budget. Furthermore, the board authorized $10,000 for engineering services related to the Old Northfield Road stream stabilization project to satisfy off-site mitigation requirements.
Jul 13, 2026·Board meeting
Town of Thomaston Economic Development Commission Regular Meeting
The commission discussed several initiatives, including the Tour of Thomaston and the Banner and Facade Improvement Programs, specifically approving a banner design. The budget was reviewed, leading to the reclassification of the Capital Account for economic development initiatives. The commission approved the renewal of the Connecticut Main Street membership. Other topics included updates on the Four Season's 20th Anniversary celebration, upcoming business networking events, staff reports on zoning amendments and sustainable certification, and various chamber of commerce updates. Additionally, reports were provided regarding the Thomaston Greenway Committee and the distribution of the 150th Anniversary book.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting
Thomaston Board Of Finance Regular Meeting
The board allocated funds from the Nips account for park benches and trash/recycling bins. They approved the re-allocation of capital project funds to cover engineering services for stormwater permit registration assistance. Discussions took place regarding mechanic pay scales and compensation adjustments for the Crew Leader role. The Board of Education's request for capital project funding was tabled. The committee recommended a five-year municipal solid waste contract with CWPM for town meeting approval. Additionally, the board discussed an organizational realignment proposal involving the merging of the Highway and WPCA Superintendent positions and received a financial report on tax revenue and department expenditures.
