New Boston, NH

Understanding Our Town Budget

March 6, 2026

Town of New Boston. Understanding our town budget. Proposed vs. Default Budget. Understanding Key Differences.

Proposed vs. Default Budget. What's the Difference? Funding Levels. Adjusted for 2026 costs vs. Locked at last year's dollar amount with a few allowed adjustments. Service quality. Maintains current service levels vs. Forces cuts to absorb rising costs. Strategic Goal. Supports long-term town health vs. survival mode only. Expert view. Recommended by Select Board, Finance Committee, Department Heads, Town Employees, Town Administrator, and Trustees of Trust Funds vs. Not Recommended; difficult to recover.

The Impact of a Default Budget. Consequences for New Boston. Planned Maintenance vs. Crisis Management. Potential for Weakened Services, Strain on Staff, Long-Term Risk.

We Hear You. The Challenge: Rising Costs for Everyone. The Reality. The Town of New Boston understands that residents may be feeling the squeeze of rising costs. From groceries to heating fuel, your household budget may be under pressure. The Town's Budget. Like your home, the Town is facing the same rising costs. Expenses we can't control such as electricity, fuel, road salt, and health benefits all continue to climb. Our Goal. To provide the most efficient, effective services possible while remaining deeply mindful of the tax impact on our neighbors. Every Resident Has a Voice. We encourage you to use yours and vote on March 10th at New Boston Central School from 7am to 7pm.

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Phone: 603-487-2500 x 162
Address: 7 Meetinghouse Hill Rd, PO Box 250, New Boston, NH 03070
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