Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Table of Contents 1
Section One – Introduction 3
• Town Description 7
• Government Description (Form of Government) 8
• Organizational Chart 9
• Principal Municipal Officials 10
• Town Profile 11
Section Two – Budget Summary and Overview 13
• Budget Process 17
• Fund Structure 24
• Basis of Accounting/Budgeting 26
• Budget History (Adopted & Percentage Change) 27
• Revenue Summary 29
• Expenditure Summary 35
Section Three – Taxation and Collections 45
• Budget Summary 49
• Mill Rate Calculation 49
Section Four – Department Operating Budgets 51
• General Government 55
• Public Safety 123
• Public Works 147
• Community & Human Services 203
• Debt Service 241
• Transfers 245
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SECTION ONE
Introduction
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Section One – Introduction
Item
• Town Description
• Government Description (Form of Government)
• Organizational Chart
• Principal Municipal Officials
• Town Profile
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Description of the Town of Colchester
The Town was incorporated in 1698 and covers an area of 49.1 square miles, located approximately 25
miles southeast of Hartford, Connecticut, the State capital. The Town is intersected by Connecticut
Route 2, which connects with Interstate 91 in Hartford and Interstate 95 in North Stonington. Colchester
is bordered on the north by the towns of Marlborough and Hebron, on the south by East Haddam and
Salem, on the east by Lebanon, and on the west by East Hampton. Easy access to interstate highways,
abundance of undeveloped land, affordable housing stock, and availability of public water and sewers,
as well as its pleasant rural setting has attracted growth to the Town. About 89% of Colchester is zoned
for residential purposes. Colchester’s population was estimated to be 15,572 by the Connecticut
Department of Public Health as of July 1, 2022.
As of July 1, 2021, the Town of Colchester had a population density per square mile of 316.7 or 42.5% of
the State average, per capita income of $48,144 or 100.6% of the State-wide per capita income, and a
median household income of $104,527 or 125.1% of the State-wide median household income. The
Town’s debt per capita (bonds) was $1,449 compared to the State average of $2,725, net pension
liability per capita was $17 compared to the State average of $1,290 and the net other post-
employment benefits per capita was $582 compared to the State average of $2,320; the Town’s tax
collection rate of 98.8% as compared to the State average of 98.6%; and the unemployment rate as of
December 2022 of 3.4% was 0.8 percent lower than the State average of 4.2%. Out of 169 towns in
Connecticut (with rankings starting with the highest in each category), Colchester ranked 74th in
population, 108th in population density, 103rd in bonded debt per capita, 115th in net pension liability per
capita, 65th in net other postemployment benefits per capita, 62nd in median household income, and
133rd in unemployment for calendar year 2022. (Municipal Fiscal Indicators, CT Office of Policy &
Management, July 2023 – latest document available).
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Form of Government
The Town has a Selectmen -Town Meeting form of government, with a Board of Selectmen consisting of
five elected members serving concurrent two-year terms and a Board of Finance consisting of six elected
members serving overlapping six-year terms. Powers and privileges are conferred and granted to the
Town by the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended. The Town has a Charter which was most recently
amended in November 2017. Legislative power is vested with the Board of Selectmen and the Town
Meeting. The annual budget, all special appropriations equal to or exceeding 3.0% of the budget to which
the transfer is being made (either the Board of Selectmen budget, excluding debt service and capital
expenditures, or the Board of Education budget), and all bond and note authorizations are submitted to
a referendum vote.
The First Selectman is the Chief Executive Officer of the Town and is a full voting and participating member
of the Board of Selectmen. The First Selectman is responsible for the direction and activities of all Town
departments except the Board of Education and all appointed boards.
The Board of Finance is responsible for presenting to the Town voters the budgets for all Town
Departments and the Combined Budget and has all of the powers and performs all of the duties conferred
or imposed upon Boards of Finance by the General Statutes. The Board of Finance has the authority to
approve supplemental appropriations from, and transfers within, the Board of Selectmen Budget as
recommended by the Board of Selectmen, subject to the further approval of the Town Meeting, if so
required. The Board of Finance establishes the mill rate, as set forth in the General Statutes.
The Board of Education is responsible for maintaining all public elementary and secondary schools in the
Town, and implements the educational interests of the State, as defined in the General Statutes, and has
all of the powers and performs all of the duties conferred or imposed upon Boards of Education by the
General Statutes. The Superintendent of Schools is directly responsible to the Board of Education for the
supervision and administration of the educational system for the Town.
The Sewer and Water Commission has jurisdiction over all property of the Town used for sewage disposal
and water supply for the Town. The Director of Public Works prepares a budget and recommends rates
to the Commission and Board of Selectmen, acting as the Water Pollution Control Authority for the Town,
for their concurrence.
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
VOTERS
Board of Selectmen First Selectman
APPOINTS
Agriculture Comm. Assessor
Building Comm. Building/Code Official
Comm. on Aging Director of Finance
Youth & Social Services
Conservation Comm.
Dir. Of Public Works
Economic Dev. Comm.
Emerg. Mgmt. Dir.
Ethics Comm.
Fire Chief
Fair Rent Comm.
Library Director
Historic Dist. Comm.
Recreation Manager
Housing Authority
RST Supervisor (Police)
Open Space Comm.
Senior Center Director
Parks & Rec. Comm.
Town Engineer
Plan. & Zoning Comm.
Town Planner
Police Retirement Bd.
Human Resources Mgr.
Sewer & Water Comm.
Youth Serv. Advis. Bd.
Zoning Bd. of Appeals
Bd. Of Assess. Appeals Board of Education
Board of Finance Superintendent
Registrars of Voters
Town Clerk Tax Collector
Town Treasurer
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PRINCIPAL OFFICIALS
Board of Selectmen
Bernie Dennler, First Selectman Art Shilosky, Vice Chair
Rosemary Coyle Denise Turner
Timothy Vaillancourt
Board of Finance
Karen Belding, Chair Krista Kardys
Jillian Vinci, Vice Chair John Thomas
Sean Gillespie Donna Antonacci
Board of Education
Stefanie Tracey-Calash, Chair Gussie Gilberti
Christopher Rivers, Vice Chair Michelle Millington
Cody McNeely, Secretary Nancy Nelson
Cari Duigou
Administration
Director of Town Finance Marina Pandolfi
Town Clerk Gayle Furman
Town Treasurer Dave Koji
Tax Collector Michele Wyatt
Superintendent of Schools Daniel Sullivan
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Colchester, Connecticut
General Demographics
ACS, 2019–2023 Colchester State
ACS, 2019–2023
Current Population 15,505 3,598,348
Land Area mi ² 49 4,842 Age Distribution State
Population Density people per mi ² 317 743 Under 10 1,916 12% 10%
Number of Households 6,138 1,420,170 10 to 19 1,789 12% 13%
20 to 29 1,272 8% 13%
Median Age 43 41 14%
30 to 39 2,181 13%
Median Household Income $118,839 $93,760 40 to 49 1,659 11% 12%
Poverty Rate 4% 10% 50 to 59 2,524 16% 14%
60 to 69 2,101 14% 13%
70 to 79 1,416 9% 8%
80 and over 647 4% 4%
Economy Race and Ethnicity State
Top Industries Share of Asian <1% 5%
Lightcast, 2023 (2 and 3 digit NAICS) Jobs Industry Black 2% 10%
1 Government 1,750 Hispanic or Latino/a 5% 18%
White 89% 63%
Local Government 75% Other 3% 5%
2 Health Care and Social Assistance 953 Hispanic includes those of any race. Remaining racial groups include only non-hispanic. 'Other'
includes American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, two or more races.
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities 46%
3 Retail Trade 757 Language Spoken
Food and Beverage Stores 36% at Home Colchester State
4 Accommodation and Food Services 488 English 77 95%
Food Services and Drinking Places 91% Spanish 2 13%
5 Manufacturing 308
Transportation Equip Mfg 31%
Total Jobs, All Industries 5,242 Educational Attainment Colchester State
High School Diploma Only 24 26%
SOTS Business Registrations Associate Degree 8 8%
Secretary of the State, March 2025
Bachelor’s Degree 23 24%
New Business Registrations by Year Master’s Degree or Higher 19 22%
Year 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Total 92 122 132 153 153 Housing Colchester State
ACS, 2019–2023
Total Active Businesses 1,175
Median Home Value $340,300 $343,200
Median Rent $1,398 $1,431
Housing Units 6,410 1,536,049
Key Employers
Data from Municipalities, 2025
1 S&S Arts And Crafts Factory Colchester State
2 Caring Community Owner-Occupied 66 78%
3 Incord Detached or Semi-Detached 65 80%
4 Carefree Building Co Vacant 4 8%
5 Alpha Q
Schools Smarter Balanced Assessments
CT Department of Education, 2024-25
Total Pre-K
Met or Exceeded Expectations, 2023-24
School Districts Available
Grades Enrollment Enrollment
4-Year Grad
Rate (2022-23) Math ELA
Colchester School District PK-12 2,101 94 86% Colchester School District 62% 61%
Statewide - 508,402 20,762 88% Statewide 44% 49%
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Colchester, Connecticut
Labor Force Fiscal Indicators
CT Department of Labor, 2024 Colchester State CT Office of Policy and Management, State FY 2021-22
Employed 9,102 1,842,285 Municipal Revenue
Unemployed 255 67,181 Total Revenue $63,812,318
Property Tax Revenue $42,473,085
Unemployment Rate 3 4%
per capita $2,728
Self-Employment Rate* 7 10%
per capita, as % of state avg. 83%
*ACS, 2019–2023
Intergovernmental Revenue $18,921,948
Revenue to Expenditure Ratio 102%
Catchment Areas of 15mi, 30mi, and 60mi
Municipal Expenditure
Massachusetts
Total Expenditure $62,644,785
Springfield
Educational $47,681,959
Other $14,962,826
Hartford Providence Grand List
Equalized Net Grand List $2,252,056,359
Rhode per capita $144,622
Waterbury
Island per capita, as % of state avg. 81%
New York Commercial/Industrial 10%
Danbury Share of Net Grand List
New London
New Haven
Actual Mill Rate 33.05
Bridgeport Equalized Mill Rate 18.76
Stamford
Municipal Debt
Population
within 45 minutes: Moody’s Rating (2024) Aa3
1,139,284 S&P Rating (2024) AA+
New York
Total Indebtedness $21,068,551
per capita $1,353
per capita, as % of state avg. 46%
as percent of expenditures 34%
Annual Debt Service $2,643,705
Access Colchester State
as % of expenditures 4%
ACS, 2019–2023
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SECTION TWO
Budget Summary & Overview
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Section Two – Budget Summary and Overview
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• Budget Process
• Fund Structure
• Basis of Accounting/Budgeting
• Budget History (Adopted & Percentage Change)
• Revenue Summary
• Expenditure Summary
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BUDGET DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
The Town of Colchester’s fiscal year begins on July 1 and ends on June 30.
The annual Town operating and capital budgets are developed and reviewed throughout the fiscal year.
The process below explains how the budgets are created:
November - February
Upon guidance from the First Selectman on annual budget goals and priorities, department budgets,
including any capital requests, are created by supervisors and department heads. Needs are assessed and
previous years running averages and trends, as opposed to abnormal fluctuations from year-to-year, are
reviewed. The First Selectman will receive each of the department’s requests, where they will be
evaluated and examined based on short and long-term goals.
February-March
The Grand List is provided by the Town Assessor. From this data, the Finance Department and the First
Selectman can calculate estimated tax revenue numbers for the upcoming year and can begin working on
finalizing the Town operating budget and capital plan budget updates, as well as projected revenues from
all other sources.
March-April
The First Selectman’s and Board of Education’s Proposed Budgets, and the Capital Improvement Plan are
finalized and submitted for review by the Board of Finance. Budget meetings are held to examine the
proposed budgets, ask questions, and to obtain additional information, including alternative funding
sources. The Board of Finance may adjust the total Town department budgets and can adjust only the
bottom line total of the Board of Education budget.
April - May
Budget hearings and workshops are scheduled to present the proposed budgets to the public and accept
feedback. A Town Meeting is called to officially present the proposed budgets to the public and is
recessed to a Budget Referendum for vote.
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TOWN CHARTER/ORDINANCES (amended November 2017)
The Town charter stipulates the process of voting on a budget, as follows:
ARTICLE XI
Special Referenda and Special Budget Referenda
ARTICLE 1105
Annual Budget Meeting
C-1105a. Annual Budget Meeting.
A. The Board of Selectmen shall convene a special Town Meeting (the “Annual Budget Meeting”) for
the purpose of considering the annual Combined Budget at such hour and at such place as the
Board of Selectmen may determine or as the General Statutes may require. The Town’s Chief
Financial Officer, or his or her designee, as well as at least two representatives from each of the
Boards of Education, Selectmen (one being the First Selectman, or his or her designee in
extenuating circumstances) and Finance, shall be present at the Annual Budget Meeting and shall
be available to respond to questions of the Town Voters.
B. At the Annual Budget Meeting, the members of the Boards of Selectmen and Education shall, with
respect to their respective budgets:
1) provide their proposed budget to the Town Voters;
2) have available for review by the Town Voters a summary of each department’s proposed
budget with a comparison to the amount budgeted in the current fiscal year;
3) if feasible, have available for review by the Town Voters a summary of each department’s
proposed budget and the amount estimated to be actually expended in the current fiscal year.
C. At the Annual Budget Meeting, the Town Voters in attendance may reduce, but not increase, the
Board of Selectmen Budget and/or the Board of Education Budget upon the passage of a proper
motion(s) (as hereafter defined). A proper motion shall:
1) stipulate a specific dollar amount for reduction;
2) stipulate the budget to which such reduction shall be charged (either the Board of
Selectmen or the Board of Education budget);
3) in the case of the Board of Selectmen Budget, the specific department’s budget to be
reduced must be stipulated. Reductions may not be made to the capital expenditures or
debt service line items of the budget.
4) in case of the Board of Education Budget, only the bottom line may be reduced.
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D. If the Board of Selectmen’s Budget excluding capital expenditures and debt service, or the Board
of Education’s Budget differs from that first presented by an amount equal to or in excess of one
percent (1.0%), the Annual Budget Meeting shall be continued to a second meeting held no less
than two business days following the first meeting. At this second meeting, the proper motion(s)
shall again be introduced to and acted upon by the Town Voters in attendance. Should the proper
motion(s) pass at this second meeting, the proper motion(s) shall become effective and shall be
incorporated into the proposed Combined Budget.
E. The Annual Budget Meeting shall be automatically continued to the Annual Budget Referendum,
at which the budgets of the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education as recommended by the
Annual Budget Meeting, shall be presented to the Town Voters for final approval or disapproval.
ARTICLE 1106
The Annual Budget Referendum
C-1106a. The Annual Budget Referendum
The Annual Budget Referendum shall be held on such date as determined by the Annual Budget Meeting.
A minimum of two questions shall appear on the ballot for the Annual Budget Referendum. The first
question shall require a vote of “Yes” or “No” on whether to approve the Board of Selectmen Budget
(including debt service and capital expenditure budgets) as recommended by the Annual Budget Meeting.
The second question shall require a vote of “Yes” or “No” on whether to approve the Board of Education
Budget as recommended by the Annual Budget Meeting. The Board of Finance may, at its discretion, also
direct that an advisory question appear on the ballot for either or both budgets. Such advisory question(s)
shall require a response of either “Too High” or “Too Low” to describe the proposed level of spending.
Any action taken at the Annual Budget Meeting that is approved at the Annual Budget Referendum shall
be considered conclusively approved, and no further Town Meetings or referenda regarding the specific
action may be called.
C-1106b. Recount of Annual Budget Referendum
Recounts of the votes cast at the Annual Budget Referendum shall be pursuant to any applicable
provisions in the General Statutes.
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The process for special budget referenda; real estate purchases, sales and transfers; leases, bonds; budget
transfers; and supplemental appropriations are set forth in the Charter as follows:
ARTICLE XI
Special Referenda and Special Budget Referenda
C-1103. Special Budget Referenda.
As described in Sections 1109a & 1111a of this Charter, the Board of Selectmen shall call a “special budget
referendum” for approval of certain matters or proposals. The Board of Selectmen shall not be required
to call a Town Meeting prior to special budget referenda.
C-1104. Recount of Special Referenda and Special Budget Referenda.
Recounts of the votes cast at special referenda and special budget referenda shall be pursuant to
provisions in any applicable General Statutes. During the pendency of such recount, the Town shall not
take any action in reliance upon the outcome of the initial vote count.
ARTICLE 1107
Real Estate Purchases, Sales and Transfers
C-1107a. Real Estate Purchases, Sales and Transfers.
A. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Charter, the Board of Selectmen shall call a Town
Meeting for consideration of the following actions:
1) approving real property purchases by the Town not previously budgeted for by the Town, for
which the consideration given is an amount equal to or in excess of two percent (2.0%) of the
Board of Selectmen Budget, excluding debt service and capital expenditures;
2) approving the sale or other transfer of real property by the Town for which the appraised value
of the real property that is the subject of such transaction is an amount equal to or in excess of
2.0% of the Board of Selectmen Budget, excluding debt service and capital expenditures.
B. If the thresholds outlined above are not met such that a Town Meeting is required, the Board of
Finance has the authority to approve real estate purchases and transfers following recommendation
by the Board of Selectmen.
ARTICLE 1108
Leases
C-1108a. Leases.
A. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Charter, the Board of Selectmen shall call a Town
Meeting for consideration of approving the execution by the Town, whether as lessor or lessee, of
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any capital lease option with a non-appropriation clause not previously budgeted for by the Town
which obligates the Town for a period of one year or more and commits the Town to either make or
receive lease payments for capital equipment with a purchase price that is an amount equal to or in
excess of two percent (2.0%) of the Board of Selectmen Budget excluding debt service and capital
expenditures.
B. If the thresholds outlined above are not met such that a Town Meeting is required, the Board of
Finance has the authority to approve leases following recommendation by the Board of Selectmen.
ARTICLE 1109
Bonds
C1109a. Bonds
The Board of Selectmen shall call a special budget referendum to consider the approval of the issuance of
all bonds. No such referendum shall be called unless the Board of Finance has recommended such bond
issue. Refunding of an existing bond does not require a special budget referendum.
ARTICLE 1110
Budget Transfers
C-1110a. Budget Transfers.
A. The First Selectman may authorize transfers of funds between Town departments required to handle
immediate matters of public safety such as fire, weather emergencies, or similar events. The First
Selectman shall notify the Board of Finance and Selectmen at their next regular meetings.
B. (Reserved)
C. The First Selectman and Chief Financial Officer shall approve all transfers from salary or benefit line
items within a Town Department budget.
D. Following recommendation by the Board of Selectmen, the Board of Finance has the authority to
approve the transfer of funds between previously adopted Town Department budgets.
ARTICLE 1111
Supplemental Appropriations
C-1111a. Supplemental Appropriations.
A. The First Selectman may authorize supplemental appropriations required to handle matters of
immediate public safety such as fire, weather emergencies, respective or similar events. The First
Selectman shall notify Boards of Finance and Selectmen at their next regular meetings.
B. The Board of Finance has the authority to approve supplemental appropriations in an amount that is
less than two percent (2.0%) of the budget to which the supplemental appropriation is being made
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(either the Board of Selectmen Budget, excluding debt service and capital expenditures, or the Board
of Education Budget).
C. The Board of Selectmen shall call a Town Meeting to consider the approval of any supplemental
appropriation in an amount that is equal to or exceeds two percent (2.0%) and less than three percent
(3.0%) of the budget to which the supplemental appropriation is being made (either the Board of
Selectmen Budget, excluding debt service and capital expenditures, or the Board of Education
Budget). No such Town Meeting shall be called unless the Board of Finance has recommended such
supplemental appropriation. This requirement does not pertain to appropriations of grant monies or
matching funds received by the Town.
D. The Board of Selectmen shall call a Special Budget Referendum for approval of any supplemental
appropriation for any Town Department in an amount that is equal to or exceeds three percent (3.0%)
of the budget to which the transfer is being made (either the Board of Selectmen Budget, excluding
debt service and capital expenditures, or the Board of Education Budget). No such referendum shall
be called unless the Board of Finance recommends such supplemental appropriation. The
requirement does not pertain to appropriations of grant monies or matching funds received by the
Town.
ARTICLE 1112
Grant Programs
C-1112a. Grant Programs.
A. Notwithstanding any other provision of the Charter, the Board of Selectmen shall call a Town Meeting
to approve the submission of an application for, or the actual participation in, any federal, state, local
or private grant program which requires or could require a contribution by the Town in an amount
that is equal to or in excess of three percent (3.0%) of the Board of Selectmen Budget, excluding debt
service and capital expenditures, over the lifetime of the project (excluding monies received from
outside grant sources and matching funds). Programs for which the Board of Education properly
makes such application are excluded from the requirements of this section.
B. Regarding the distribution of funds (grant awards and matching funds) from outside sources for grant
projects, the procedures for budget transfers and appropriations outlined in Sections 1110a and
1111a of this Charter are not required.
C. Regarding the distribution of funds for approved grant projects, the procedures for budget transfers
and appropriations outlined in Sections 1110a and 1111a of this Charter are not required. If a
supplemental appropriation or transfer of funds is required to cover expenditures in excess of the
previously approved amount, the procedures outlined in Sections 1110a and 1111a of this Charter are
to be followed.
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BOARD OF SELECTMEN/BOARD OF FINANCE/BOARD OF EDUCATION
The responsibilities of the Boards of Selectmen and Finance as related to the Board of Selectmen Budget
per the Town Charter are as follows:
ARTICLE IV
The Board of Selectmen
C-402. Powers and Duties of the Board of Selectmen.
I. As required by Article 1110 and 1111, the Board of Selectmen may recommend to the Board of
Finance the approval of the following matters concerning the Board of Selectmen’s budget
(subject to further approval by the Town Meeting, if so required):
1) any supplemental appropriation of funds (Article 1111); and
2) any transfer of funds between Town departments (Article 1110).
ARTICLE VI
Other Elected Boards
C-601. The Board of Finance.
C. The Board of Finance shall be responsible for presenting to the Town Voters the budgets for all
Town Departments and the Combined Budget and shall have all of the powers and perform all of
the duties conferred or imposed upon Boards of Finance by the General Statutes.
1) The Board of Finance shall have the authority to approve supplemental appropriations from,
and transfers within, the Board of Selectmen Budget as recommended by the Board of
Selectmen, subject to further approval of the Town Meeting, if so required.
2) Prior to the Annual Budget Meeting, the Board of Finance shall hold at least two Public
Hearings for the purpose of presenting the Combined Budget to interested Town Voters for
their comments and suggestions.
3) The Board of Finance shall establish the mill rate, as set forth in the General Statutes.
C-602. The Board of Education
C. 2) Prior to the Annual Budget Meeting, the Board of Education shall participate in at least two Public
Hearings held by the Board of Finance for the purpose of presenting the Board of Education Budget
to the Town Voters.
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Fund Structure
The Town reports the following major governmental funds:
The General Fund is the Town’s primary operating fund. It accounts for all financial resources of the
general government, except those required to be accounted for in another fund.
The American Rescue Plan Act Fund accounts for the use of the Federal grant awarded to the Town.
The Capital Reserve Fund accounts for financial resources to be used for the acquisition of vehicles and
equipment which are financed by General Fund appropriations and equipment financing notes issuances.
The Johnston Building Project Fund accounts for and reports financial resources to be used for the William
J. Johnston construction and renovation project.
The Town reports the following major proprietary fund:
The Water Fund accounts for the operating activity of the water operations.
Additionally, the Town reports the following fund types:
Governmental Fund Types:
Special Revenue Funds are used to account for and report the proceeds of specific revenue sources that
are restricted, committed or assigned to expenditures for specified purposes other than debt service or
capital projects. The Town has the following non-major Special Revenue Funds: Town Aid Road, Small
Cities Grants, Sewer Operating, Recreation Activities, Miscellaneous Grants, Special Gifts, Police Special
Duty, School Cafeteria, Educational Grants, Out of District Tuition, Pay to Play, Bacon Academy Summer
School, and School Activity.
Capital Projects Funds are used to account for and report resources and expenditures that are restricted,
committed or assigned for the acquisition and construction of capital facilities, including those that are
financed through special assessments. The Town has the following non-major Capital Projects Funds:
2009 Bond Referendum, Capital Projects, Sewer Capital, Energy Project, Use of Schools, and BOE Capital
Reserve.
The Debt Service Fund is used to account for and report resources and expenditures that are assigned for
the payment of debt.
Proprietary Fund Types:
The Internal Service Fund is used to account for risk financing activities for medical insurance benefits.
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Fiduciary Fund Types:
The Pension Trust Fund is used to account for the activities of the Town of Colchester Police Retirement
Plan which accumulates resources for pension benefit payments to qualified employees.
The Permanent Fund is used to account for the receipt of private donations to be used for cemetery
maintenance.
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Basis of Accounting
The Town's accounting records for Governmental Funds follow the modified accrual basis of accounting;
that is, revenues are recognized in the accounting period in which they become both measurable and
available to finance operations of the fiscal period. The major source of revenue that is recognized under
the modified accrual basis are funds received from the State of Connecticut and the Federal government.
Expenditures are recognized in the accounting period in which the fund liability is incurred.
The accrual basis of accounting is used for Proprietary and Fiduciary Funds. Revenues are recognized when
earned and expenses are recognized when incurred. The government-wide financial statements are
reported using the economic resources measurement focus and the accrual basis of accounting, as are
the proprietary and fiduciary fund statements. Revenues are recorded when earned and expenses are
recorded when a liability is incurred, regardless of the timing of related cash flows.
The basis of budgeting for the Town’s general fund is the same basis of accounting that is used in the
Town’s audited financial statements.
Basis of Budgeting
Governmental Funds – An annual budget is legally adopted for the Town’s General Fund. This budget is
prepared using the modified accrual basis of accounting. The adopted budget is balanced when the sum
of estimated revenues and appropriated fund balance is equal to total appropriations. The proposed
budget does not include any appropriation of fund balance. This budget document incorporates the
budget for the General Fund as it is presented to and voted upon by the taxpayers of the Town at a
Town meeting and referendum.
Proprietary Funds – The annual budget for the Water Enterprise Fund is prepared using the modified
accrual basis of accounting. The budget for this fund is presented in a separate document as it is not
subject to Town Meeting or referendum approval.
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
BUDGET HISTORY - Town Operating, Debt Service & Capital
FISCAL ADOPTED DOLLAR PERCENT MILL
YEAR BUDGET INCREASE INCREASE RATE
2012-13 12,757,366 (922,331) -6.74% 28.80 (1)
2013-14 13,149,850 392,484 3.08% 30.28
2014-15 13,334,082 184,232 1.40% 30.57
2015-16 13,763,426 429,344 3.22% 30.76
2016-17 14,389,712 626,286 4.55% 30.91
2017-18 14,708,083 318,371 2.21% 32.37 (1)
2018-19 14,821,310 113,227 0.77% 32.28
2019-20 15,155,865 334,555 2.26% 32.84
2020-21 15,155,865 0 0.00% 32.84
2021-22 15,704,962 549,097 3.62% 33.05
2022-23 15,622,901 (82,061) -0.52% 26.82 (1)
2023-24 15,660,140 37,239 0.24% 27.22
2024-25 17,102,056 1,441,916 9.21% 28.67
2025-26 18,086,798 984,742 5.76% 29.92
2026-27 19,521,660 (2) 1,434,862 7.93% 32.38
(1) Revaluation Year
(2) Proposed Budget
TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PERCENTAGE BUDGET INCREASE
BUDGET YEARS 2012/13 - 2026/27
10% 9.21%
PERCENTAGE INCREASE (DECREASE)
7.93%
8%
5.76%
6%
4% 3.08% 3.22% 4.55% 3.62%
1.40% 2.21%
2% 0.77% 2.26%
0.00% 0.24%
0%
-2% -0.52%
-4%
-6%
-6.74%
-8%
FISCAL YEAR
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REVENUE
SUMMARY
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
Actual Audited Adopted Proposed
Revenues Revenues Budget Budget
REVENUES:
Property Taxes:
Current taxes 42,544,607 46,379,540 47,362,343 51,943,175
Delinquent taxes 535,116 575,802 450,000 450,000
Interest & lien fees 285,371 413,910 275,000 275,000
Tax Stabilization Payments 455,535 455,535 455,535 455,535
Total property taxes 43,820,629 47,824,787 48,542,878 53,123,710
Intergovernmental:
In lieu of taxes - PILOT 118,658 120,428 126,789 132,942
Motor Vehicle Property Tax Grant 0 0 0 0
Mashantucket Pequot/Mohegan Fund 23,167 23,167 23,167 23,167
Municipal Stabilization Grant 0 0 0 0
Supplemental Revenue Sharing 134,167 134,167 134,167 134,167
Municipal Revenue Sharing (PA 22-118) 393,409 0 0 0
Distribution to Towns 8,445 9,765 7,000 7,000
Disability Exemptions 1,507 1,560 1,000 1,560
Additional Veterans Exemptions 3,082 3,059 2,800 3,059
Local Capital Improvement 170,181 168,953 170,181 168,953
Youth Services Grant 17,758 17,835 17,835 17,835
Emergency Management 5,000 0 8,565 8,564
Total 875,374 478,934 491,504 497,247
Intergovernmental - Education:
ECS 12,020,215 11,954,238 12,040,218 12,040,218
Special Education - Excess Costs 534,157 1,163,901 450,000 500,000
Total 12,554,372 13,118,139 12,490,218 12,540,218
Total intergovernmental 13,429,746 13,597,073 12,981,722 13,037,465
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
Actual Audited Adopted Proposed
Revenues Revenues Budget Budget
Charges for Services:
Ambulance Fees 613,694 705,425 650,000 660,000
Recreation Fees 5,634 19,181 8,000 13,550
Vendor permits 1,175 2,505 800 2,400
Copier fees 12,975 9,435 12,000 11,950
ZBA fees 700 700 350 350
Conservation Commission fees 2,335 2,275 2,000 2,000
Historic District 300 0 0 0
Zoning and Planning fees 23,170 12,944 9,500 10,000
Building fees 521,842 541,649 650,000 725,000
Fire marshal inspection fees 32 180 120 120
Conveyance tax 227,103 209,611 225,000 300,000
Town Clerk fees 91,164 94,667 100,000 120,000
Sports licenses 240 207 250 250
Land Records - Town 1,647 1,616 2,000 3,000
Pistol permits 8,400 9,730 9,000 9,000
Road inspection fees 5,860 11,314 10,000 7,000
Transfer Station fees 192,068 217,282 275,000 280,000
User Fees 0 5,548 0 0
Library fines & fees 5,112 5,278 4,700 4,800
Dial-A-Ride 2,873 3,061 3,000 3,000
Tuition 501,773 301,109 227,200 152,872
Total charges for services 2,218,097 2,153,717 2,188,920 2,305,292
Revenues from use of money:
Investment interest earnings 1,381,015 1,334,851 1,100,000 1,100,000
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
Actual Audited Adopted Proposed
Revenues Revenues Budget Budget
Other revenues:
Telecommunication property tax 42,255 59,921 59,000 59,000
Elderly Housing/Dublin Village 11,461 15,640 12,000 15,000
Miscellaneous 7,003 41,429 0 0
Insurance Reimbursement 8,108 29,602 0 0
State Fund for Building Inspection fees 728 704 0 0
69,555 147,296 71,000 74,000
Other financing sources:
Cancellation of encumbrances 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 1,167,154 567,000 500,000 750,000
Transfers from Other Funds 4,480 0 0 0
Total other financing sources 1,171,634 567,000 500,000 750,000
Total revenues 62,090,676 65,624,724 65,384,520 70,390,467
Revenue Sources by Type
6.01%
18.52%
75.47%
Property Taxes Intergovernmental
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EXPENDITURE
SUMMARY
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
TOWN OF COLCHESTER
BUDGET SUMMARY BY FUNCTION
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
GENERAL GOVERNMENT 4,320,274 4,549,863 4,746,006 5,428,231
PUBLIC SAFETY 3,542,115 3,755,898 3,928,006 4,188,034
PUBLIC WORKS 3,159,714 4,307,164 4,632,265 5,004,764
COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES 1,764,866 1,894,980 2,040,957 2,118,567
DEBT 1,839,164 2,031,008 2,075,164 2,160,164
TRANSFERS 1,427,386 933,400 664,400 621,900
TOTAL TOWN 16,053,520 17,472,313 18,086,798 19,521,660
BOARD OF EDUCATION 44,188,202 45,776,013 47,297,722 50,868,807
TOTAL BUDGET 60,241,722 63,248,326 65,384,520 70,390,467
Expenditures
Gen. Gov.
7.71% Public Safety
5.96%
Public Works
7.11%
Comm Srvs
3.00%
Transfers & Capital
0.88%
BOE Debt
72.27% 3.07%
*Includes supplemental
appropriations authorized after
budget adoption.
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - GENERAL GOVERNMENT
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
LEGISLATIVE
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 42,491 45,180 38,850 41,020
CONTINGENCY
CONTINGENCY 0 0 76,349 83,282
MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT
FIRST SELECTMAN 200,616 220,565 229,626 258,638
HUMAN RESOURCES 72,907 86,966 89,883 106,464
FINANCE
FINANCE 545,704 487,926 494,471 512,718
TAX OFFICE 172,950 184,589 170,663 175,841
ASSESSOR'S OFFICE 321,843 349,223 394,773 403,818
DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
PLANNING/BUILDING CODE ADMIN. 463,931 434,288 507,872 514,112
TOWN CLERK
TOWN CLERK 183,301 186,343 196,155 203,028
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - GENERAL GOVERNMENT (CONTINUED)
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
REGISTRARS OF VOTERS
REGISTRARS OF VOTERS 89,544 100,342 134,202 211,824
LEGAL & INSURANCES AND PROBATE
LEGAL & INSURANCES 2,073,612 2,321,058 2,256,668 2,738,346
PROBATE 5,915 6,220 6,469 7,196
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 147,460 127,163 150,025 171,944
TOTAL GENERAL GOVERNMENT 4,320,274 4,549,863 4,746,006 5,428,231
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - PUBLIC SAFETY
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
POLICE PROTECTION
POLICE/RESIDENT TROOPER'S OFFICE 1,796,136 1,911,524 2,012,650 2,148,110
FIRE/EMERGENCY PROTECTION
FIRE/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES 1,734,643 1,831,066 1,895,558 2,019,959
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 11,336 13,308 19,798 19,965
TOTAL PUBLIC SAFETY 3,542,115 3,755,898 3,928,006 4,188,034
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - PUBLIC WORKS
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
PUBLIC WORKS
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 93,680 97,508 104,264 109,688
HIGHWAY 1,016,761 1,685,942 1,817,630 1,880,374
FLEET SERVICES 427,332 484,601 511,080 530,324
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 515,435 753,001 791,883 844,258
SNOW REMOVAL 439,300 470,631 559,848 662,775
FACILITIES 193,225 232,569 241,122 261,651
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING 127,304 132,087 138,467 142,481
TRANSFER STATION
TRANSFER STATION 346,677 450,825 467,971 573,213
TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS 3,159,714 4,307,164 4,632,265 5,004,764
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES 404,397 412,504 440,806 454,770
HEALTH
CHATHAM HEALTH DISTRICT 217,944 219,029 224,498 230,767
COMMUNITY AGENCIES
COLCHESTER C3 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
LIBRARY
CRAGIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY 645,120 706,417 750,536 769,926
RECREATION
RECREATION 136,588 138,139 157,830 175,639
SENIOR SERVICES 335,817 393,891 442,287 462,465
TOTAL COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES 1,764,866 1,894,980 2,040,957 2,118,567
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - DEBT & TRANSFERS
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
DEBT
DEBT SERVICE 1,839,164 2,031,008 2,075,164 2,160,164
TRANSFERS
OTHER FINANCING USES 1,427,386 933,400 664,400 621,900
TOTAL DEBT & TRANSFERS 3,266,550 2,964,408 2,739,564 2,782,064
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY2026-2027
PROPOSED BUDGET
SUMMARY - EDUCATION
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
EDUCATION 44,188,202 45,776,013 47,297,722 50,868,807
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SECTION THREE
Taxation & Collections
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
Section Three – Taxation & Collections
Item
• Budget Summary
• Mill Rate Calculation
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
Budget Summary & Mill Rate Calculation
Scenario: Education, Town, Revenue approved as is
BUDGET SUMMARY
DEBT TRANSFERS/
EDUCATION TOWN SERVICE CAPITAL TOTAL
Appropriations 50,868,807 16,739,596 2,160,164 621,900 70,390,467
Estimated Revenue 12,693,090 5,004,202 0 750,000 18,447,292
Amount to be Raised 38,175,717 11,735,394 2,160,164 -128,100 51,943,175
by Taxation
MILLS 23.52 7.23 1.33 -0.08 32.00
MILL RATE CALCULATION
DOLLARS MILLS
Amount to be Raised by Taxation 51,943,175 32.00
Reserve for Uncollected Revenue (estimated 98.8% collection rate) 623,318 0.38
TOTAL TAX WARRANT 52,566,493 32.38
Grand List 1,617,312,300 2026-27 Adopted Mill Rate 32.38
Estimated Prorates 2,500,000 2025-26 Mill Rate 29.92
M. V. Supplement 22,600,000 Increase in Mill Rate 2.46
Less Estimated BAA
and adjustments (4,500,000)
List Net 1,637,912,300
Less Fuel Cell
assessment (14,700,000)
List Net for Mill
rate calculation 1,623,212,300
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SECTION FOUR
Department Operating Budgets
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
Section Four – FY 2026-2027 Proposed Operating Budget
(by Department)
Item
• General Government
• Public Safety
• Public Works
• Community & Human Services
• Debt Service
• Transfers/Capital
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General Government
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
General Government
Departments
• Boards & Commissions
• Contingency
• First Selectman
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Tax Office
• Assessor’s Office
• Planning/Building Code Administration
• Town Clerk
• Registrars of Voters/Elections
• Legal & Insurances
• Probate
• Information Technology
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 - 2027
Proposed Budget
Boards and Commissions
The boards and commissions listed herein support various issues regarding municipal
governance. The Town board and commissions requiring budgeted support are:
• Board of Finance
• Police Retirement Board
• Ethics Commission
• Board of Assessment Appeals
• Economic Development Commission
• Historic District Commission
• Fair Rent Commission
• Commission on Aging
• Norton Park Committee
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PROPOSED BUDGET
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Overtime 1,589 3,180 3,623 3,781
Contractual, Temporary, Occassional Payroll 2,860 2,370 2,860 2,860
FICA 117 237 277 289
Office Supplies 0 0 50 50
Mileage, Training & Meetings 100 0 200 400
Financial & Accounting 30,537 30,676 27,200 26,000
Professional Services 6,725 8,315 3,850 7,300
Postage 0 0 0 0
Legal Notices 66 196 40 40
Printing & Publications 497 206 750 300
TOTAL 42,491 45,180 38,850 41,020
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11105 - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
40103 - OVERTIME 3,781 3,781
Meeting Clerk - Historic District Commission 1.00 291.00 291
Meeting Clerk - Board of Finance 1.00 3,490.00 3,490
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 2,860 2,860
Meeting Clerk - Police Retirement Board 2.00 70.00 140
Meeting Clerk - Fair Rent Commission 2.00 70.00 140
Meeting Clerk - Commission on Aging 12.00 70.00 840
Meeting Clerk - Norton Park Committee 12.00 70.00 840
Board member stipend - Board of Assessment Appeals 3.00 300.00 900
41230 - FICA 289 289
FICA/Medicare for Meeting Clerks 1.00 289.00 289
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 50 50
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 400 400
Board of Assessment Appeals - Training seminars 1.00 100.00 100
Commission on Aging - Programs 1.00 300.00 300
44202 - FINANCIAL & ACCOUNTING 26,000 26,000
Independent audit (Town share) 1.00 26,000.00 26,000
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 7,300 7,300
Police Retirement Plan - disclosure information/accounting reports 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
required for financial statements
Pension calculation for potential retirees 1.00 300.00 300
Police Retirement Plan - Acuarial services (every other year valuations) 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
44230 - LEGAL NOTICES 40 40
Board of Assessment Appeals 1.00 40.00 40
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 300 300
Commission on Aging - Senior Resource guide 1.00 300.00 300
TOTAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 41,020 0 41,020
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 - 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Contingency
Description
Every year, the Town sets aside a fund to handle unanticipated expenses. In the past, the fund
has been used for excess legal fees and snow removal costs.
Contingency Policy – The proposed expenditure budget of the Town shall include a
recommendation for a contingency fund equal to one-half (0.5%) percent of the total proposed
expenditures for the Town (excluding debt service, and capital & transfers out). Transfers from
this account will be made in accordance with Town Charter provisions regarding budget transfers.
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PROPOSED BUDGET
CONTINGENCY
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Contingency 0 0 76,349 83,282
TOTAL 0 0 76,349 83,282
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11110 - CONTINGENCY
50900 - CONTINGENCY 84,030 (748) 83,282
Reserve for unanticipated expenditures 1.00 84,030.00 84,030
TOTAL CONTINGENCY 84,030 (748) 83,282
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: First Selectman
Mission
To implement the policy and budgetary decisions of the town, offer a future vision, coordinate
department activities, provide policy and budget recommendations, synchronize town and
community organizations, manage town personnel, and ensure adherence to applicable
contracts, policies, ordinances, regulations, and laws.
Description
The First Selectman is the Chief Executive Officer of the town and is elected directly by the
voters. The First Selectman adheres to the policies and budgets that have been established by
the town and the various boards and commissions.
The First Selectman is a member of the Board of Selectmen which is responsible for setting
policy, entering contracts, appointing officials and certain board members, recommending
budget transfers, and other oversight activities.
The duties of the First Selectman are set forth in Article III of the Town Charter.
First Selectman Bernie Dennler entered office November 20, 2023. His second term began on
November 17, 2025.
Staffing
First Selectman (full-time)
Executive Assistant to the First Selectman (full-time)
Department Assistant (part-time)
2025-2026 Accomplishments:
• Oversaw implementation of new efficiency operations through 25/26 budget, including
consolidation of Water & Sewer with Tax Office, transition to regional Animal Control via
Montville Animal Control, and utilization of cannabis tax revenue to offset programming
costs for Youth Services and Colchester Senior Center
• Secured $900,000 Small Town Economic Assistant Program Grant funding for Lebanon
Ave Airline Trail Head and Sidewalk Improvements with connection to Mill Street
• Approved contract to begin repairs to water filter plant on Taintor Hill, funded under CT
DWSRF program, beginning in September 2025 to ensure adequate water supply for
future economic growth while improving water quality
• Brought Athletic Complex Project and Bacon Academy Roof Replacement projects to
referendum — passed February 2026
• Launched increased traffic enforcement efforts to reduce speeding and other traffic
violations; secured DOJ COPS Grant to increase police staffing
• Completed hiring for additional firefighter effective January 1, 2026 to bring second to
last shift to full staffing level
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• Secured $370,000 Community Wi-Fi Grant to bring public wi-fi access locations to Town
Green, RecPlex, Youth Center, and Bacon Academy Athletic Complex
• Initiated Youth Center renovation project utilizing ARPA funds
• Launched Wellness Nights (evening hours) at Colchester Senior Center on Tuesdays and
Thursdays and helped bring Colchester Winter Farmers’ Market to Senior Center
starting in January 2026
• Joined CT Main Street Center under a grant from Colchester Cares and began main
streets assessment to identify ways to enhance the vibrancy of downtown and support
economic health for small businesses in the walkable town center
• Opened Sablitz Preserve trails, continued improving access to trail system, and helped
create and implement trail medallion program to encourage residents to get outside
and explore Colchester parks in partnership with Colchester Land Trust, including at
Sablitz Preserve
• Ensure completion of significant road improvement projects on Cato Corner, Prospect
Street, McDonald Road, Marvin Road, Old Hebron Road, River Road, replacement of
pedestrian bridge, implementation of Year 2 of Grass Management Program at RecPlex,
and continued implementation of roadside litter removal program under the CT Nip
Bottle program
• Welcomed over 150 new businesses from new brick-and-mortrar locations like Good
Earth Gift and Garden and Chipotle to home businesses
2026-2027 Objectives:
• Ensure stability of Town operations, including adherence to maintenance programs in
Public Works to protect our investments in town roads, buildings, and grounds –
including our Recreation Complex and Town Green
• Complete Youth Center renovation and reopen in September 2026
• Oversee implementation of Athletic Complex Project in coordination with Athletic
Complex Building Committee
• Oversee implementation of Bacon Academy Roof Replacement Project in coordination
with Bacon Roof Building Committee and seek state financing to offset tax burden
• Complete remaining DWSRF-funded water infrastructure projects to ensure reliable
water for future economic development
• Finalize bringing all Colchester Fire & EMS shifts to equal staffing to ensure consistent
service and response times
• Create dedicated traffic officer through use of resources from DOJ COPS Grant
combined with savings from police retirements; identify funding sources such as
state/federal grants to ensure adequate administrative space for Colchester Police
including possible renovation of former Colchester Senior Center building
• Complete Norton Park remediation and begin final park development
• Develop and implement upgraded Town website due to end of life for current website
version
• Begin Charter Revision Process as required every 10 years
• Join CT Cultural Coalition and increase collaboration with CT Main Street Center to
promote a vibrant downtown to benefit community and small businesses
• Oversee America 250 Celebrations with Parks and Recreation and other departments,
including August 2026 National Night Out Event with America 250 fireworks
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PROPOSED BUDGET
FIRST SELECTMAN
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 151,886 162,619 168,309 191,613
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Contractual, Temporary, Occassional Payroll 0 0 0 0
Employee Related Insurances 498 532 574 525
FICA & Retirement 14,184 20,062 22,105 25,296
Copier 2,337 2,099 2,203 2,549
Office Supplies 318 523 1,400 1,400
Mileage, Training & Meetings 0 298 0 0
Professional Memberships 18,983 18,983 19,073 19,659
Legal 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 6,805 8,779 8,903 9,192
Postage 1,877 2,715 2,594 2,904
Printing & Publications 0 0 0 0
Property Tax 246 249 265 300
Equipment Repairs 0 0 150 150
Recognition Programs 3,482 3,706 4,050 5,050
TOTAL 200,616 220,565 229,626 258,638
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11201 - FIRST SELECTMAN
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 191,613 191,613
First Selectman 1.00 106,267.00 106,267
Executive Assistant to the First Selectman 1.00 71,027.00 71,027
Department Clerk Part Time 1.00 14,319.00 14,319
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 525 525
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 281.00 281
Long Term Disability 1.00 244.00 244
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 25,296 25,296
FICA/Medicare 1.00 14,658.00 14,658
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan @ 6% 1.00 10,638.00 10,638
42233 - COPIER 2,549 2,549
Monthly lease payments 12.00 102.00 1,224
Per image charges 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Copy paper 1.00 325.00 325
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,400 1,400
General office supplies & postage meter supplies 1.00 1,400.00 1,400
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 19,659 19,659
Southeast CT Council of Governments 1.00 9,136.00 9,136
CT Council of Small Towns 1.00 1,275.00 1,275
CT Conference of Municipalities 1.00 8,653.00 8,653
Capital Region Purchasing Council 1.00 500.00 500
Colchester Business Association 1.00 95.00 95
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44203 - LEGAL 0 0
Reallocation to Legal & Insurances budget
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 9,192 9,192
Constant contact - communication with citizens 12.00 91.00 1,092
Survey Monkey - BOF budget survey to citizens 1.00 400.00 400
Transparency software 1.00 7,700.00 7,700
44217 - POSTAGE 2,904 2,904
Postage 1.00 600.00 600
Postage meter - quarterly lease payments 4.00 576.00 2,304
45250 - PROPERTY TAXES 300 300
Property taxes paid to Town of Hebron 1.00 300.00 300
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 150 150
Office equipment repairs 1.00 150.00 150
47242 - PARADES & CELEBRATIONS 5,050 5,050
Memorial Day 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
Employee/Elected Official recognition & bereavement 1.00 300.00 300
Veterans Coffeehouses - supplies 1.00 750.00 750
TOTAL FIRST SELECTMAN 258,638 0 258,638
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Human Resources
Mission
The Human Resources Department is committed to providing comprehensive support and
guidance to all Town of Colchester management and staff. The Human Resource Manager
ensures the legal, ethical, and efficient administration of compensation and benefits programs,
personnel policies, and employment-related compliance. HR responsibilities include non-
discrimination enforcement, unemployment and workers’ compensation management, risk
mitigation, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary processes, and
employee training.
Description
The Human Resources Department, in collaboration with the First Selectman, oversees all
human resources functions for the Town of Colchester, ensuring alignment with best practices
and regulatory requirements.
Staffing
Human Resources Manager
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PROPOSED BUDGET
HUMAN RESOURCES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 65,039 74,160 76,385 78,677
Employee Related Insurances 51 251 287 262
FICA & Retirement 6,361 10,129 10,426 10,740
Office Supplies 42 89 150 150
Mileage, Training & Meetings 28 75 500 500
Professional Memberships 0 0 315 315
Legal 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 505 254 190 190
Advertising 300 1,438 1,000 1,000
Printing & Publications 581 570 630 630
Contract Settlements 0 0 0 14,000
TOTAL 72,907 86,966 89,883 106,464
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11205 - HUMAN RESOURCES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 78,677 78,677
Human Resources Manager 1.00 78,677.00 78,677
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 262 262
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 140.00 140
Long Term Disability 1.00 122.00 122
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 10,740 10,740
FICA/Medicare 1.00 6,019.00 6,019
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan @ 6% 1.00 4,721.00 4,721
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 150 150
General office supplies 1.00 150.00 150
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 500 500
Professional Development 1.00 500.00 500
43258 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 315 315
Human Resource Association of Central CT 1.00 85.00 85
ConnPelra 1.00 230.00 230
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 190 190
Clearing House - US DOT Inquiries 1.00 190.00 190
44231 - ADVERTISING 1,000 1,000
Position advertising 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 630 630
Mandated Department of Labor (DOL) posters 1.00 630.00 630
50950 - CONTRACT SETTLEMENTS 14,000 14,000
Estimated amount for settlement of Union Contract expiring 6/30/26 1.00 14,000.00 14,000
Estimated payout for employee separations
TOTAL HUMAN RESOURCES 106,464 0 106,464
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Adopted Budget
Department: Finance
Mission
To maintain all financial records and process all financial transactions of the Town including general ledger,
monthly budget reports, annual financial statements, cash receipts, purchasing, accounts payable
disbursements, and payroll disbursements. To provide analytical financial and budgetary information to the
First Selectman, Board of Finance, Board of Selectmen, Town departments, and the general public to facilitate
informed decision making.
Description
The Department of Finance is responsible for maintaining all budgets, accounts and financial records of the
Town, coordinating all purchases for the Town and reviewing all fiscal requests to determine budgetary
compliance. The department is also responsible for administration of the Town risk management program for
property, liability, auto and workers compensation insurance, and the self-insured health insurance program
for active and retired employees.
The Town Treasurer is elected directly by the voters and serves for a two-year term of office. The Treasurer is
responsible for the receipt, deposit, investment and payment of all monies belonging to the Town.
The responsibilities of the Treasurer are set forth in Article V Section C-503 of the Town Charter.
Staffing:
Town Finance Director
Deputy Director of Town Finance
Accountant
Payroll and Accounts Payable Assistant
Treasurer (elected-stipend position)
2025-2026 Updates, Goals, & Accomplishments
• Restored confidence in Finance Department, both internally and externally
• Submit an on-time audit for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 2025
• Continuing adding structure to policies and procedures for internal control
• Launched ClearGov Financial Transparency Software
2026-2027 Goals
• Continuing submission of on-time audit
• Identify processes in Finance Department that can be streamlined
• Work towards obtaining GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
• Improving workflow between Finance and Human Resources Department
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PROPOSED BUDGET
FINANCE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 320,568 318,181 387,988 403,200
Overtime 2,241 210 0 0
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 105,486 83,645 5,875 6,052
Employee Related Insurances 810 819 1,148 1,050
FICA & Retirement 47,139 47,061 58,020 60,249
Copier 1,793 1,401 1,452 1,452
Office Supplies 1,822 976 1,800 1,500
Mileage, Training & Meetings 0 510 1,300 1,000
Professional Memberships 65 65 320 320
Data Processing 28,298 28,927 31,018 31,995
Professional Services 35,795 4,022 3,100 3,600
Postage 1,687 1,699 2,000 2,000
Service Contracts 0 410 450 300
TOTAL 545,704 487,926 494,471 512,718
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11301 - FINANCE
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 403,200 403,200
Town Director of Finance 1.00 118,450.00 118,450
Deputy Director of Finance 1.00 126,440.00 126,440
Accountant 1.00 89,385.00 89,385
Payroll & Accounts Payable Assistant 1.00 68,925.00 68,925
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 6,052 6,052
Treasurer 1.00 6,052.00 6,052
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,050 1,050
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 562.00 562
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 488.00 488
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 60,249 60,249
FICA/Medicare 1.00 31,308.00 31,308
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Director of Finance & Deputy Director of 1.00 14,693.00 14,693
Finance @ 6%
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Accountant @ 9% 1.00 8,045.00 8,045
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Payroll & A/P Assistant @ 9% 1.00 6,203.00 6,203
42233 - COPIER 1,452 1,452
Monthly lease payments 12.00 88.00 1,056
Per image charges 12.00 33.00 396
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,500 1,500
Office supplies 1.00 1,250.00 1,250
Copy paper 1.00 250.00 250
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 1,000 1,000
Staff Training - Finance, Payroll/Personnel, technology, Munis 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 320 320
CTGFOA memberships 2.00 65.00 130
National GFOA membership 1.00 190.00 190
44205 - SOFTWARE FEES 31,995 31,995
Munis contract (shared with BOE) 1.00 30,995.00 30,995
Check stock, Direct deposit paystubs, tax forms 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,600 3,600
Small Cities grant reporting 1.00 250.00 250
Banking Service Fees 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Continuing disclosure filings - outstanding bond issues 1.00 1,350.00 1,350
Shared cost with BOE
44217 - POSTAGE 2,000 2,000
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 300 300
Folder Sealer - Hot Swap Program annual service contract 1.00 300.00 300
Shared cost with BOE
TOTAL FINANCE 512,718 0 512,718
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Tax Office
Mission
The mission of the Tax Collector’s Office is to maximize town revenue through the diligent and
equitable application of Connecticut State Statutes. We are committed to providing professional,
courteous, and efficient service to the public while maintaining the highest standards of fiscal
integrity.
Core Objectives:
• Fiscal Revenue Management: Directing the billing and collection of real estate,
personal property, and motor vehicle taxes to consistently achieve the highest possible
collection percentages for both current and delinquent accounts.
• Centralized Utility Billing: Enhancing operational efficiency by providing a single,
centralized location for the billing and collection of Water and Sewer services, simplifying
the payment process for residents.
• Taxpayer Advocacy & Education: Assisting the public in navigating the complexities of
the taxation process by providing transparent information and professional guidance.
• Statutory Compliance: Administering all office responsibilities in strict accordance with
legal mandates to ensure a fair and uniform property tax system.
Key Updates for the 2026 Budget Year:
• Enhanced Centralization: The successful integration of Water and Sewer billing into
the Tax Collector's Office now provides a unified "one-stop" billing center for all
municipal residents.
• Revenue Optimization: Continued focus on aggressive collection of delinquent
accounts to minimize the tax burden on compliant residents and ensure a balanced
municipal budget.
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Tax Collector’s Department Description
The Tax Collector’s Office is responsible for the professional billing and collection of real estate,
personal property, and motor vehicle taxes based on the Grand List provided by the Assessor’s
Office. Operating under the authority of the Connecticut General Statutes, the office ensures all
activities follow a strict statutory collection cycle to maintain the town’s fiscal stability.
Operational Responsibilities:
• Revenue Management: Administering the preparation and issuance of tax bills,
including the collection of lien fees, special assessments, and interest on delinquent
accounts.
• Strategic Enforcement: Prioritizing the collection of delinquent taxes through a
comprehensive enforcement program. This includes collaboration with the Department
of Motor Vehicles (DMV), State Marshals, professional collection agencies, and legal
counsel to ensure maximum revenue recovery.
• Public Accountability: Providing critical tax information and research assistance to
residents, banking institutions, and legal professionals, ensuring transparency and
accuracy in all public records.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensuring all office functions, including records retention and
reporting, are executed in accordance with legal mandates to protect the town’s financial
interests.
Through meticulous planning and organization, the Tax Collector’s Office remains dedicated to
providing high-level service while achieving the highest possible collection rates for both current
and back taxes.
Staffing
Tax Collector – Michele Wyatt CCMC; CCMO (full time)
Assistant Tax Collector – Scott Galbo (full-time)
Per-Diem Clerk – Keri Rosa
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2025-2026 Accomplishments
• Achieved 98.9% tax collection rate
• Successfully kept a high collection rate using a variety of enforcement tools
• Filed all state reports on time
• Continued training of new employees to achieve office proficiency
• Delinquent Tax Collections continue to be done in-house, saving the Taxpayers
additional collection fees
• Responsible for Billing and Collection of Cannabis Sales following DRS and CT State
Statute 12-330
• Worked with the Town Auditors
• Worked with taxpayers & ratepayers to pay down their bills.
• Received CCMO certification through the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
• Received CTX Re-Certification
• Re-elected as president of the New London Tax Collector’s Association for 5th year in a
row.
• Board member of the Connecticut Tax Collector’s Association
• Worked with youth about the functions and roles of the tax office and money
management.
Measurements (Jan 1 – Dec 31)
2025 2024 2023 2022
• Bills Sent 30,038 29,829 29,589 28,965
• Delinquent & Demand Statements 10,925 11,421 11,547 9,453
• Liens Recorded 127 102 117 97
• Accounts with Attorney 6 5 12 14
2026-2027 Objectives
• Continue professional development from the State of Connecticut as a Certified
Connecticut Municipal Collector.
• Continue professional development & Tax Collector training for the office's new
employee
• Continue to serve as President of the New London County Tax Collector’s Association
• Continue to serve on the CTx Association as a Board of Directors
• Achieve at least a 98.8% tax collection rate or better.
• Continue with outreach activities to help the public obtain a better understanding of the
tax office’s activities and functions.
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PROPOSED BUDGET
TAX OFFICE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 115,626 126,899 98,665 106,709
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 0 1,140 3,000 3,000
Employee Related Insurances 579 400 574 525
FICA & Retirement 13,690 17,072 15,122 16,038
Copier 0 0 0 732
Office Supplies 1,100 1,471 2,500 2,000
Mileage, Training & Meetings 2,186 1,459 4,000 3,500
Professional Memberships 175 145 220 255
Data Processing 18,532 16,638 19,112 20,132
Postage 18,322 16,756 25,000 20,000
Service Contracts 1,687 1,952 1,810 2,290
Legal Notices 1,053 657 660 660
TOTAL 172,950 184,589 170,663 175,841
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11303 - TAX OFFICE
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 106,709 106,709
Tax Collector 30% paid by S&W 1.00 65,273.00 65,273
Assistant Tax Collector - Non Certified 30% paid by S&W 1.00 41,436.00 41,436
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 3,000 3,000
Temporary staff for office coverage 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 525 525
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 281.00 281
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 244.00 244
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 16,038 16,038
FICA/Medicare 1.00 8,393.00 8,393
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Tax Collector @ 6% 1.00 3,916.00 3,916
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Assistant Tax Collector @ 9% 1.00 3,729.00 3,729
42233 - COPIER 732 732
Copier Lease 12.00 51.00 612
Copier Usage 12.00 10.00 120
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,500 (500) 2,000
General office supplies 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 4,000 (500) 3,500
Annual workshops, training, professional organization meetings, 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
certification classes fees, and mileage
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 330 255
CT Tax Collectors Association - annual membership dues 2.00 100.00 200 (75)
New London County Collectors Association - annual membership dues 2.00 40.00 80
Northeast Regional Tax Collector's & Treasurers Association 1.00 50.00 50
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44205 - SOFTWARE FEES 20,132 20,132
Annual software support fees 1.00 6,350.00 6,350
Annual Subscription fee - Tax records Web Hosting 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
Annual Hardware maintenance Plan - Epson TMU675 Validator 2.00 305.00 610
Disaster Recovery (DRaas) restoration service 1.00 517.00 517
Final posted rate book per CT State Statutes 3.00 495.00 1,485
Binding Final Posted Books 3.00 90.00 270
Printing & processing of all tax bills including delinquent demand 1.00 8,400.00 8,400
Intent to lien notices and past due notices
44217 - POSTAGE 22,000 (2,000) 20,000
Tax bills, delinquent notices, demand letters, balance bills, 1.00 22,000.00 22,000
and correspondence
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 2,290 2,290
DMV Civls web program 1.00 350.00 350
Invoice Cloud Service Fees 1.00 500.00 500
Lexis Nexis People Finder Search Engine 12.00 120.00 1,440
44230 - LEGAL NOTICES 660 660
Legal notices required by CT General Statutes 6.00 110.00 660
TOTAL TAX OFFICE 178,916 (3,075) 175,841
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Assessor’s Office
Mission
To discover, list and value all taxable and exempt real and personal property located within the
corporate limits of the town to ensure fair and equitable taxation. Complete a town-wide revaluation
every five years to appraise all real property based on the current market. Certify an updated Grand
List annually adding any new construction or sub-divisions, correcting any inequities, and publicizing all
property and liability that will be used to generate the annual local town “taxes” portion of the budget.
Description
The Assessor for the town is appointed by the Board of Selectmen and reports directly to the First
Selectman. The Assessor plans, directs, organizes, and implements a continuing town-wide program of
real and personal property assessment for the purpose of local ad valorem taxation as prescribed by
state statute.
The Assessor is required to perform inspections of new and existing properties and properties under
construction and determine their value. Additionally, every five years, the Assessor coordinates and
supervises a town-wide revaluation of all taxable and non-taxable property within the corporate limits
of the town in order to reflect current market trends. The Assessor supervises all contracted appraisal
work and defends the town in superior court regarding appeals arising from the assessment process.
The Assessor’s Office is responsible for administering Federal, State and local exemption programs for
Veterans, Elderly, Blind, Disabled, Disabled Veterans, Firefighters, and owners of handicapped modified
motor vehicle.
The duties of the Assessor are set forth in the Connecticut General Statutes and most found under Title
12.
Staffing
Assessor
Deputy Assessor
Assistant to Assessor
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2025-2026 Accomplishments
• Inspected & reviewed residential properties in the field for accuracy in comparison to our town data/property
record card.
• Maintained & updated a special revaluation section of the town websites as part of our on-going public relations
program.
• Mailed 735 increase assessment notices Real Estate & Personal Property.
• Successful implementation of town-wide revaluation of all the taxable and exempt real property within the
corporate limits of the town of Colchester and certified the Grand List.
• Filed all state reports for reimbursement and to meet requirements in a timely manner.
• Began analysis of sales for use in 2026 town-wide revaluation.
• Continued training of newest hired employee to proficiency on CT assessment laws, local ordinances, and use of
our three computer systems.
• Administered Federal, State and Local exemption programs for Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Low-income
Veterans, Active Duty Service members, Blind, Low-income Elderly and Totally Disabled Homeowners, Totally
Disabled, Volunteer firefighters, Handicapped modified vehicles, Manufacturing machinery and Farm machinery.
o Updated Tax Relief Options brochure according to income limits set by the State and revised deadlines.
• Met with taxpayers to answer questions and concerns relating to the revaluation process, the tax impact of
improvements being added or removed from real property and new construction, directions for proper and
timely filing of applications, income and expense forms, and personal property declarations.
• Represented the town in superior court for litigation arising from the assessment process; negotiated
settlements when warranted and testified as an expert witness during trials.
• Monitored proposed changes to existing assessment/exemption legislation, determine effects/impact to the
town, worked collaboratively with the Office of Policy and Management on COVID-19 Executive Orders being
considered and ordered by the Governor’s office.
Measurements (January 1-December 31) *Full inspections limited due to COVID 19
2024 2023 2022 2021
• Properties field reviewed for Revaluation: N/A N/A N/A 5,475
• Real Estate Appraisals: 622 586 690 6,483
• Motor Vehicles Valued: 16,886 18,816 20,141 19,076
• Personal Property Accounts Processed: 803 809 852 895
2026-2027 Objectives
• Manage & Supervise revaluation project and contracted staff. Review contracted work for volume of work
completed, accuracy, and meeting contractual deadlines.
• Maintain public awareness & relations program regarding on‐going town‐wide revaluation, provide monthly
updates to the revaluation page on the town website.
• Manage efficiently an expected very high return rate of data mailers for 2026 town-wide revaluation and
scheduling and execution of necessary “full inspection” property visits for non-compliance in return of data
mailers.
• Successful implementation of the October 1, 2026 revaluation.
• Defend the town in superior courts from litigation arising out of the revaluation / assessment process.
• Continue scanning existing and historical documents for preservation, eliminate need for additional storage, and
reduce cost to town.
• Continue training / educating newest employee in all aspects of CT state laws regarding the assessment process.
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• Support and assist in all exemption and tax relief programs in compliance with Executive Orders by the
Governor’s office and process as required for new applicants.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
ASSESSOR'S OFFICE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 251,769 268,318 276,318 300,912
Overtime 623 1,232 1,250 1,250
Employee Related Insurances 828 1,072 954 882
FICA & Retirement 38,466 40,637 45,995 50,089
Copier 1,811 2,075 2,062 2,062
Office Supplies 758 2,149 2,200 2,200
Other Purchased Supplies 0 0 50 50
Technical Reference Materials 0 1,640 1,860 650
Mileage, Training & Meetings 4,776 7,143 8,058 8,166
Professional Memberships 475 460 530 525
Data Processing 20,902 22,503 23,496 34,632
Professional Services 0 0 30,000 0
Postage 1,435 1,994 2,000 2,400
TOTAL 321,843 349,223 394,773 403,818
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11304 - ASSESSOR'S OFFICE
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 300,912 300,912
Assessor 1.00 134,405.00 134,405
Deputy Assessor 1.00 97,844.00 97,844
Assistant Assessor - Non Certified (8 hrs/day) 1.00 67,463.00 67,463
Longevity 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
40103 - OVERTIME 1,250 1,250
Overtime 1.00 1,250.00 1,250
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 882 882
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 515.00 515
Long term Disability Insurance 1.00 367.00 367
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 50,089 50,089
FICA/Medicare 1.00 23,115.00 23,115
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Assessor @ 9% 1.00 12,096.00 12,096
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Deputy Assessor, and 1.00 14,878.00 14,878
Assistant to Assessor @ 9%
42233 - COPIER 2,062 2,062
Monthly lease payments 12.00 106.00 1,272
Per image charges 1.00 580.00 580
Copy paper 1.00 210.00 210
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,200 2,200
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 50 50
Data storage 1.00 50.00 50
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42343 - TECHNICAL REFERENCE MATERIALS 650 650
Subscription - NADA pricing guides, computer schedule, 1.00 650.00 650
trailer/recreation vehicle guides
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 8,166 8,166
Mileage - use of personal vehicles (not Assessor) to perform fieldwork, 1.00 4,350.00 4,350
attend court hearings. Registration and mileage for State meetings
and OPM training
Mileage stipend per union contract - Assessor 12.00 318.00 3,816
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 525 525
CAAO - CT Association of Assessing Officers 2.00 90.00 180
IAAO - International Association of Assessing Officers 1.00 255.00 255
SPA - Society of Professional Assessors 1.00 30.00 30
GNLAAA - Greater New London Area Assessors Association 1.00 20.00 20
NRAAO - Northeastern Regional Association of Assessing Officers 1.00 40.00 40
44205 - SOFTWARE FEES 34,632 34,632
Quality Data Service Contract, including disaster recovery 1.00 13,962.00 13,962
Vision CAMA - maintenance contract 1.00 11,007.00 11,007
DMV service contract 1.00 325.00 325
LEXISNEXIS Service contract 12.00 86.50 1,038
Nearmap 1.00 8,300.00 8,300
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 30,000 (30,000) 0
Personal Property Tax Audits 1.00 30,000.00 30,000
44217 - POSTAGE 2,400 2,400
TOTAL ASSESSOR'S OFFICE 433,818 (30,000) 403,818
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Code Administration (Land Use Department + Building Department)
Mission
As utilized for budgetary purposes, the department banner of Code Administration consists of both the
Land Use Department and Building Department, combined. Together, we provide customer-oriented
services related to the plans, policies, regulations and codes that apply to land development and building
construction. With a primary mission of protecting the health, safety and general welfare of our
constituents, we aim to facilitate the development and conservation of the built and natural environments
in a manner that enhances the quality of life for Colchester’s residents and visitors alike.
Description
Code Administration encompasses the municipal service disciplines of building, planning, zoning,
wetlands, conservation, economic development, and historic preservation. Co-located in Suite 105 in
Colchester Town Hall, we work in close cooperation with the Engineering Department, and the office of
the Chatham Health District Sanitarian. Collectively, our staff are responsible for the formulation,
implementation, and enforcement of plans, policies, regulations and codes related to land development,
natural resource protection, building construction and civil infrastructure. Public Health services are
provided through the Town’s partnership with the Chatham Health District.
The Department assists residents, the general public, builders, development professionals, other
municipal departments and staff with all matters relating to land use and provides technical staff support
and administrative services to Colchester’s land use agencies. These agencies include the Planning and
Zoning Commission (PZC), Economic Development Commission (EDC), Conservation Commission (CC),
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), Historic District Commission (HDC) and Open Space Advisory Committee
(OSAC), as well as the Norton Park Committee (NPC).
Staffing
Planning Director (full time)
Building Official (full time)
Assistant Planner & Zoning Enforcement Officer (full time)
Wetlands Enforcement Officer (full time)
Land Use Assistant (full time)
FY 2025-2026 Accomplishments
• Assisted with planning for STEAP, Community Connectivity, Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program,
CT DEEP SMMR2, and Active Transportation grant applications.
• Prepared LOTCIP application for Norwich Ave pedestrian improvements.
• Continued progress toward remediation and development of Norton Park.
• Completed an update to the Town’s Open Space Plan, last revised in 2006, with anticipated adoption
Spring 2026.
• Continued progress toward compliance with the state’s Aquifer Protection Area Program, including
adoption of Aquifer Protection Area Regulations.
• Held grand opening for Sablitz Preserve.
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Measures (January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025)
PermitLink Online Permitting Software 2025 2024 2023
Applications Processed 1302 1283 1348
Residential Applications Approved (Houses): 19 12 56
Residential Applications Approved (Other): 1010 1060 1145
Commercial Applications Approved: 31 82 44
Building Inspections: >890 996 1068
Fees Collected: 584,331 575,744 555,957
Total Cost of Construction ($): 29,662,852.04 27,540,219.75 68,379,038 *
Land Use Board & Commission Applications 2025 2024 2023
P&ZC - Regulation Amendment 1 1 3
P&ZC - Zoning Map Amendment 0 0 3
P&ZC - Special Permit 4 4 4
P&ZC - Site Plan Review 7 4 8
P&ZC - Subdivision/Resubdivision 2 0 0
ZBA - Appeal of ZEO Decision 0 0 1
ZBA - Variance 1 1 3
CC - Commission Issued Permit 7 6 4
CC - Agent Issued Permit 8 10 13
HDC - Certificate of Appropriateness 2 4 3
EDC – C-TIP Recommendation 0 0 0
* This number appears abnormally high but is as provided by the PermitLink software. Several large municipal
projects permitted in 2023 were exempt from payment of permit fees.
FY 2026-2027 Objectives
• Coordinate with Town Engineer, Public Works and Parks & Recreation Departments to seek out grant
funding opportunities to maintain and improve our Town facilities.
• Review and amend the Town’s land development (zoning) regulations to comply with HB8002 and to
provide additional clarity.
• Explore options for digitizing application files and street files to improve access to residents.
• Attract new businesses to Colchester while ensuring our existing businesses are successful.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
PLANNING/BUILDING CODE ADMINISTRATION
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 361,387 322,913 382,219 393,950
Overtime 1,294 411 2,447 2,521
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 10,400 10,400 12,000 16,900
Employee Related Insurances 1,108 1,129 1,715 1,499
FICA & Retirement 41,287 47,393 61,829 64,450
Copier 4,704 3,942 3,792 4,092
Office Supplies 845 813 2,000 2,000
Technical Reference Materials 170 400 600 600
Mileage, Training & Meetings 3,795 4,611 6,000 6,000
Professional Memberships 13,423 12,865 15,000 15,100
Legal 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 5,622 12,814 1,000 5,000
Postage 554 275 750 600
Service Contracts 14,260 13,595 12,100 0
Legal Notices 3,267 2,592 5,000 0
Printing & Publications 465 60 1,000 1,000
Telephone 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Maintenance 385 10 300 300
Vehicle Fuel 965 65 120 100
TOTAL 463,931 434,288 507,872 514,112
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11411 - PLANNING/BUILDING CODE ADMINISTRATION
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 393,950 393,950
Town Planner 1.00 103,000.00 103,000
Building Official (6 hrs/day) 1.00 79,329.00 79,329
Zoning Enforcement Officer/Assistant Planner 1.00 79,851.00 79,851
Wetlands Enforcement Officer 1.00 64,307.00 64,307
Land Use Assistant (8 hrs/day) 1.00 67,463.00 67,463
40103 - OVERTIME 2,521 2,521
Meeting Clerk - Planning & Zoning Commission 1.00 2,036.00 2,036
Meeting Clerk - Zoning Board of Appeals 1.00 485.00 485
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 22,900 16,900
Coverage for Land Use Admin Coverage 1.00 12,500.00 12,500 (6,000)
Norton Park consultant 1.00 10,400.00 10,400
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,499 1,499
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 889.00 889
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 610.00 610
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 64,450 64,450
FICA/Medicare 1.00 32,083.00 32,083
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Town Planner @ 6% 1.00 6,180.00 6,180
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - ZEO, Building Official 1.00 20,115.00 20,115
and Wetlands Officer @ 9%
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Land Use Assistant @ 9% 1.00 6,072.00 6,072
42233 - COPIER 4,092 4,092
Per image charges 12.00 90.00 1,080
Monthly lease payments 12.00 251.00 3,012
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,000 2,000
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42343 - TECHNICAL REFERENCE MATERIALS 600 600
Building code amendments 1.00 600.00 600
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 6,000 6,000
Mileage for use of personal vehicles 1.00 6,000.00 6,000
Classes, seminars, conferences attended by staff, Board & Commission members
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 15,100 15,100
Professional Organization fees/membership dues 1.00 1,600.00 1,600
Staff and Board & Commission members
Salmon River Watershed & Conservation Compact 1.00 5,500.00 5,500
Southeastern CT Enterprise Region (SeCTER) 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
Connecticut Main Street Center 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
44203 - LEGAL
Reallocation to Legal & Insurances budget
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 10,000 (5,000) 5,000
Consulting services and technical assistance. Technical assistance for 1.00 10,000.00 10,000
implementation of HB8002, consultant for digitizing old files
44217 - POSTAGE 600 600
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 16,800 (16,800) 0
Electronic Permitting software 12.00 1,400.00 16,800
44230 - LEGAL NOTICES 3,500 (3,500) 0
Public Hearing and Decision notices 1.00 3,500.00 3,500
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 1,000 1,000
Print updates to department documents Plan of Conservation & Development 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
update 2025 will require professional printing. Special projects
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 300 300
Vehicle repairs 1.00 300.00 300
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 100 100
Unleaded gasoline 1.00 100.00 100
TOTAL PLANNING/BUILDING CODE ADMINISTRATION 545,412 (31,300) 514,112
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Town Clerk
Mission
To provide courteous, friendly and efficient record keeping services for the community
insuring effective processing of personal records and preservation of historic documents
so that the town has accurate and accessible data for future generations.
Description
The Town Clerk’s Office is information central for Colchester residents when they need
questions answered or help finding something within the Town Hall. We provide many
services to the community such as recordings, notary public, sports licenses, and copies
of discharge papers.
This office responds to thousands of requests for certificates, permits, licenses, and
public documents while also providing services to all boards, commissions and other
departments within the building.
We also issue all the absentee ballots for every election and referenda that are held in
our town.
The position of Town Clerk is elected by a plurality of the votes cast at a municipal
election every four years and is charged with the custody and control of all public
records of the Town as well as over 400 other duties as set forth by Connecticut State
Statutes.
Staffing
Town Clerk (full time)
Assistant Town Clerk (full time)
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2025-2026 Accomplishments
• Ran #1 Dog Contest
• Served as a member of the Scholarship and Nominating Committee for the
Connecticut Town Clerk’s Association
• Served as Chair of the Town Clerk of the Year Committee for the Connecticut
Town Clerk’s Association
• Served as Vice President of New London County Town Clerk’s Association
• Initiated New Boards and Commissions Tracking System
• Restored damaged town and land record volumes
• Attained the Master Municipal Town Clerk Certification from the Connecticut
Town Clerk’s Association.
• Implemented and learned the Total Vote Election System pertaining to
Absentee Ballots
Measures (July 2024-June 2025) 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023
• Land Record Recordings: 2,342 2,221 2,523
• Absentee Ballots Issued: 665 557 953
• Dog Licenses Issued: 1,758 1,617 1,601
• Marriage Licenses Issued: 40 35 60
• Birth, Marriage, & Death Cert. Issued: 1,099 1,046 1,039
• Burial/Cremation Certificates issued: 233 227 246
• Sporting Licenses Issued: 199 240 226
• Documents Notarized: 1,406 1,387 1,376
• Revenue Collected 282,593 $292,673 $309,562
2026-2027 Objectives
• Implement direct GL revenues directly from IQS to Munis
• Continue Restoring older books for preservation
• Continue back-scanning maps for our on-line system
• Continue scanning vital records to Land Record System
• Run #1 Dog Contest and attend Bark for the Park to initiate dog registration
• Serve as Chair of the Scholarship Committee for the Connecticut Town Clerk’s
Association
• Continue to learn and use Total Vote Election System.
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
PROPOSED BUDGET
TOWN CLERK
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 132,148 136,460 140,436 145,090
Overtime 30 575 500 300
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 0 0 0 0
Employee Related Insurances 490 501 574 525
FICA & Retirement 18,414 17,913 21,050 21,721
Copier 2,949 3,805 3,200 3,902
Office Supplies 1,152 1,236 1,500 1,500
Technical Reference Materials 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,295
Mileage, Training & Meetings 423 1,139 1,325 1,300
Professional Memberships 695 490 275 495
Indexing & Recording 18,068 18,257 19,100 19,500
Postage 2,299 2,016 2,000 2,500
Legal Notices 2,292 1,182 1,400 1,500
Printing & Publications 2,607 800 2,000 2,400
Micro Filming 539 579 1,300 600
Equipment Repairs 0 195 300 400
TOTAL 183,301 186,343 196,155 203,028
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11501 - TOWN CLERK
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 145,090 145,090
Town Clerk 1.00 81,393.00 81,393
Assistant Town Clerk - Certified (7.5 hrs/day) 1.00 63,247.00 63,247
Longevity 1.00 450.00 450
40103 - OVERTIME 600 (300) 300
Overtime - additional hours for office coverage 1.00 600.00 600
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 525 525
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 281.00 281
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 244.00 244
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 21,721 21,721
FICA/Medicare 1.00 11,145.00 11,145
Defined Contribution Plan - 401(a) - Town Clerk @ 6% 1.00 4,884.00 4,884
Defined Contribution Plan - 401(a) - Assistant Town Clerk @ 9% 1.00 5,692.00 5,692
42233 - COPIER 4,002 3,902
Monthly lease payments 12.00 115.50 1,386
Per image charges 12.00 218.00 2,616 (100)
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,600 (100) 1,500
Pens, vital paper, folders, paper, map strips, and other supplies 1.00 1,600.00 1,600
42343 - TECHNICAL REFERENCE MATERIALS 1,295 1,295
General Code - E-code 360 annual subscription 1.00 1,295.00 1,295
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 1,300 1,300
State mandated training - classes, conferences, other training 1.00 800.00 800
Mileage - classes, conferences, county meetings 1.00 500.00 500
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 495 495
CT Town Clerks' Association 1.00 150.00 150
New England Association of Town Clerks 1.00 50.00 50
New London County Town Clerks' Association 1.00 75.00 75
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
International Institute of Municipal Clerks 1.00 220.00 220
44207 - INDEXING & RECORDING 19,700 19,500
Land Records - indexing & imaging - monthly contracted services 12.00 1,450.00 17,400
Auditing services 1.00 2,300.00 2,300 (200)
44217 - POSTAGE 3,000 (500) 2,500
Postage for returning recorded documents, absentee ballots, general 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
correspondence, dog license notices
44230 - LEGAL NOTICES 1,800 (300) 1,500
Warnings for Town meetings, budget referenda, Elections, audit, dog notices 1.00 1,800.00 1,800
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 2,400 2,400
Minute books for boards & commissions 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
Codification for updates to code book & ordinances 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
44271 - MICRO FILMING 600 600
Annual microfilming & storage of maps. 1.00 300.00 300
Microfilm creation 1.00 300.00 300
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 400 400
Office Equipment repairs 1.00 400.00 400
TOTAL TOWN CLERK 204,528 (1,500) 203,028
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Registrar of Voters/Elections
Mission
To ensure accurate, fair, and secure elections while promoting public trust and voter accessibility.
The Registrars of Voters are charged with upholding CT State law and protecting the voting rights of
citizens in a safe, uniform, and impartial manner.
Description
Registrars of Voters are elected officials that serve in a bipartisan, impartial capacity to carry out
Elections Administration work. Our office’s duties include (but are not limited to):
• Conducting local, State, and Federal Elections, Primaries, and Referenda
• Maintaining voter rolls in accordance with CT State law and the guidance of the Secretary of
State’s office throughout the year
• Conducting annual canvass to ensure accurate voter rolls
• Prepare, maintain, and test Election equipment and technology
• Implement new laws and guidance
• Hire, train, and manage staff required for Elections and office work
• Complete Recanvasses and Audits (recounts) as needed
• Coordinate with Town Clerk’s office regarding Absentee ballots
• Complete certifications/annual professional training (including conferences, workshops,
and video calls
• Collaborate with with colleagues and the Secretary of State’s office as needed to inact
changes and improvements
• Work with Town Hall Departments and Boards to plan for and carry out all aspects of
Elections Administration
Staffing
Registrars of Voters (2) (Elected, Part time)
Deputy Registrars of Voters (Appointed, Occasional)
Pollworkers (Hired, Occasional, Temporary)
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2025-2026 Highlights and Accomplishments
• Inspired and helped to secure new CT State legislation to ensure every CT Referenda ballot
remains private after being cast (in alignment with existing State law for all other ballot
types)
• Secured an unanticipated grant totaling $9963.85 for FY 25-26 from the Secretary of State’s
office
• Implemented rollout of 12 new Voting Tabulators
• Managed up to 75 staff members (including pollworkers) throughout the year
• Conducted a record annual canvass with over 1,500 notices being sent and processed
• Completed over 15 hours of training in anticipation of the upcoming new Statewide voter
registration system
• Both Registrars completed certification requirements as required by law
• Successfully ran a Municipal General Election, Budget Referendum, and will conduct
another Budget Referendum before end of Fiscal Year
• Saw Colchester’s voter registration increase from approximately 12,000 to 13,000 voters
• Gave 2 trial-run voter education talks to Colchester’s Veteran’s group
2026-2027 Goals and Objectives
• Implement and train staff on new Voter Registration system
• Prepare for State-wide roll out of No-Excuse Absentee ballots
• Expand voter outreach and education through our website and in-person talks
• Increase and improve pollworker and staff recruitment, training, and retention and
streamline onboarding with Town Hall
• Formalize new office staffing structure to prioritize succession training for Registrar
positions and redesign office operations to meet growing job requirements
• Update reference and training materials system
• Begin building metrics-tracking system
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PROPOSED BUDGET
REGISTRARS OF VOTERS
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 31,146 32,081 33,044 70,720
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 33,781 41,556 58,330 109,800
FICA 2,383 2,464 2,528 2,604
Office Supplies 580 2,250 2,500 2,500
Other Purchased Supplies 2,309 2,642 3,500 4,700
Mileage, Training & Meetings 2,198 1,812 6,000 2,000
Professional Memberships 200 200 300 200
Professional Services 1,612 425 4,000 3,000
Postage 1,402 2,240 2,000 1,500
Service Contracts 3,380 2,505 6,000 3,500
Printing & Publications 10,553 12,153 10,000 10,500
Equipment Repairs 0 0 2,000 800
Office Equipment 0 14 4,000 0
TOTAL 89,544 100,342 134,202 211,824
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11601 - REGISTRARS OF VOTERS
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 70,720 70,720
Registrar of Voters (2) 2.00 17,017.00 34,034
Registrar of Voters (2) increase in wages 2.00 18,343.00 36,686
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 109,800 109,800
Primary -(Aug 2026) 3 locations 1.00 15,120.00 15,120
Referendum - Budget (1) 2026 1.00 5,200.00 5,200
Referendum - Budget (possible 2 votes) 2027 1.00 10,400.00 10,400
Early voting 7 days 1.00 10,800.00 10,800
Early voting 14 days 1.00 20,160.00 20,160
State Elections 1.00 15,120.00 15,120
Office Support Staffing 1.00 33,000.00 33,000
41230 - FICA 2,604 2,604
FICA/Medicare - Registrars 1.00 2,604.00 2,604
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,500 2,500
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 8,200 (3,500) 4,700
Meals for poll workers & canvassing supplies 1.00 8,200.00 8,200
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 4,000 (2,000) 2,000
Training for Registrars Certification requirements 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 200 200
Annual dues - ROVAC 1.00 200.00 200
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,500 (500) 3,000
Elections software, use of polling locations, other Election services 1.00 3,500.00 3,500
44217 - POSTAGE 3,000 (1,500) 1,500
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 4,000 (500) 3,500
Voter checklist software - licensing & maintenance fees (updating to new 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
software statewide mid 2025), new mandated tabulator expenses
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 15,000 (4,500) 10,500
Printing of ballots, signage and boards 1.00 15,000.00 15,000
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 1,000 (200) 800
Tabulator machines and batteries 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
TOTAL REGISTRARS OF VOTERS 224,524 (12,700) 211,824
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 - 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Legal & Insurances
Description
This includes costs for general legal matters, assessment appeals, contract negotiations
and other labor related legal matters, land use issues including enforcement, and
litigation.
This section also includes employee health insurance, other post-employment benefits
(OPEB), workers’ compensation insurance, municipal insurance (liability, auto, and
property), and unemployment compensation.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
LEGAL & INSURANCES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Health Insurance 1,087,402 1,123,290 1,347,334 1,817,683
Other Post Employment Benefits 0 0 0 0
Workers Compensation Insurance 435,945 440,816 443,347 447,225
Legal 239,146 107,101 100,000 100,000
Municipal Insurance 306,719 348,686 354,747 362,058
Unemployment Compensation 4,400 14,165 11,240 11,380
Judgements 0 287,000 0 0
TOTAL 2,073,612 2,321,058 2,256,668 2,738,346
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11701 - LEGAL & INSURANCES
41211 - HEALTH INSURANCE 1,817,683 1,817,683
Projected claims - 100% 1.00 1,845,288.00 1,845,288
Per Lockton estimate dated 12/26/24
Administrative fees 1.00 258,912.00 258,912
Per Lockton estimate dated 12/26/24
Estimated employer contributions to employee Health Savings accounts 1.00 94,700.00 94,700
(High deductible Health plan)
Actuarial fees - OPEB 1.00 9,000.00 9,000
Employee contributions 1.00 (303,000.00) (303,000)
Reduce funding for approximate amount allocated to Sewer/Water 1.00 (87,217.00) (87,217)
41260 - WORKERS' COMP INSURANCE 447,225 447,225
Workers Compensation premium 1.00 447,225.00 447,225
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 12/26/24
44203 - LEGAL 140,000 (40,000) 100,000
General legal matters 1.00 140,000.00 140,000
Reallocation from First Selectman, Human Resources, and Planning &
Code Administration
44206 - MUNICIPAL INSURANCE 362,058 362,058
Property/Inland Marine/Crime, including Boiler 1.00 52,515.00 52,515
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
General Liability 1.00 33,603.00 33,603
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Employee Benefit Liability 1.00 284.00 284
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Law Enforcement Liability 1.00 14,708.00 14,708
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Public Officials, including Employment Practices Liability 1.00 13,554.00 13,554
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Umbrella (annual) 1.00 67,814.00 67,814
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Crime 1.00 907.00 907
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Bond (Tax Collector & Assistant Tax Collector) 1.00 1,087.00 1,087
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Fiduciary liability - Police Retirement Board 1.00 1,451.00 1,451
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Fire Department Package (VFIS), including umbrella 1.00 78,208.00 78,208
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Fire Department - Accident/sickness 1.00 2,630.00 2,630
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Cyber Liability 1.00 13,685.00 13,685
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Automobile Liability & Physical Damage 1.00 35,036.00 35,036
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Miscellaneous Adds & Changes 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Insurance broker fees 1.00 18,849.00 18,849
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
Employment Practice Liability 1.00 25,727.00 25,727
Per estimate from USI Connecticut dated 2/6/26
44243 - UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION 11,380 11,380
Unemployment compensation paid per case 1.00 10,000.00 10,000
Third Party Administrator & claims management fees 4.00 345.00 1,380
TOTAL LEGAL & INSURANCES 2,778,346 (40,000) 2,738,346
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Probate
Description
Colchester is part of the Windham-Colchester Probate District. The district headquarters is at
979 Main Street in Willimantic.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
PROBATE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Windham/Colchester Probate District 5,915 6,220 6,469 7,196
TOTAL 5,915 6,220 6,469 7,196
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11702 - PROBATE
47250 - WINDHAM-COLCHESTER PROBATE 7,196 7,196
Per capita fees - based on 5% INCREASE 1.00 7,196.00 7,196
TOTAL PROBATE 7,196 0 7,196
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Recommended Budget
Department: Information Technology
Mission
To sustain and improve the quality of life for the Town’s residents by aligning technology,
people, and process towards sustainable municipal goals. Among the department’s goals is
enhancing the delivery of town services through electronic systems. Another department goal
is to maintain the security and integrity of data and systems that are critical to the operations
of the town.
Description
The Information Technology Department for Colchester consists of several roles fulfilled by the
Town and a vetted contractor, Novus Insight. The roles include a virtual Chief Information
Officer, Systems Administrator, and Desktop Support Staff. Through the combined efforts of
these roles, the Town’s technology systems are optimized and maintained 365 days a year.
While there are three roles in the technology department, there are several staff that fulfill the
roles, some of which are Town personnel.
Staffing
Contract services with Novus Insight:
Virtual Chief Information Officer
Systems Administrator
Desktop Support
2025 - 2026 Accomplishments
• Implemented cost-saving shared VOIP system Town-wide
• Secured grant funds to upgrade Town facilities to CEN connections and received Community Wi-
Fi Grant
• Completed consolidation of Water/Sewer Billing with Tax Collector’s Office
2026 - 2027 Objectives
• Continue to encourage “Remote” Ticket System Usage
• Review Ticket System Metrics with Town Administration on a Quarterly Basis
• Implement Community Wi-Fi Grant
• Re-install services at newly renovated Youth Center (September 2026)
• Implement upgraded website with ADA features due to end of life for current version
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PROPOSED BUDGET
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Other Supplies 1,262 339 1,800 1,800
Professional Services 146,198 126,824 148,225 170,144
TOTAL 147,460 127,163 150,025 171,944
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
11801 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
42315 - OTHER SUPPLIES 1,800 1,800
Cables, network cards, memory, surge suppressors, video cards, 1.00 1,800.00 1,800
hard drives, etc.
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 173,694 170,144
Website Hosting & Support (Virtual Town Hall) 1.00 11,000.00 11,000
Geographic Information System - software licensing (MapXpress GCX 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Internal GIS Application)
Geographic Information System - software licensing - online viewer 1.00 3,795.00 3,795
(MapXpress Interactive Public GIS)
Geographic Information System - software licensing (ArcGIS) 1.00 3,550.00 3,550 (3,550)
Datacard CD800 card printer maintenance 1.00 445.00 445
Domain name - colchesterct.gov 1.00 400.00 400
Monthly Contracted services - IT security services 12.00 601.00 7,212
cloud back up and 3CX VOIP
Monthly contracted services - Managed Support services, including 12.00 6,343.00 76,116
endpoint management program
Monthly contracted services - Cloud backup 12.00 1,072.00 12,864
Zoom software for meetings 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
Flowroute VOIP (monthly usage fees) 12.00 400.00 4,800
Microsoft licensing - Exchange online plan 2 (77 licenses) 77.00 94.00 7,238
Microsoft 365 licensing (business premium) 81.00 252.00 20,412
Hybrid meeting room and cart - annual service contract 1.00 3,930.00 3,930
Monthly contracted services - phone system hosting & support 12.00 668.00 8,016
Firewall security subscription (annual) 1.00 400.00 400
KnowBe4 Training Program Services 1.00 366.00 366
One time project fees (KnowBe4/servier migration/hosting configuration) 1.00 3,150.00 3,150
TOTAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 175,494 (3,550) 171,944
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Public Safety
123
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
Public Safety
Departments
• Police/Resident Trooper’s Office
• Fire/Emergency Medical Services
• Emergency Management
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Adopted Budget
Department: Colchester Police/Resident Trooper’s Office
Mission
Provide a safe community by protecting life and property, enforcing the law, preventing,
and detecting crime, and creating a safe environment for the people who live in, work, and
visit the Colchester Community.
Description
The Colchester Police Department/Colchester Resident State Trooper’s Office, located at
the Northwest corner of the Colchester Town Hall, is a full-service police department. It is
responsible as the initial law enforcement agency for the Town of Colchester and is
supervised and supported by The Connecticut State Police. The Town of Colchester has
approximately 9,000 – 10,000 police Calls for Service annually.
Community services provided by the Colchester Police include, but are not limited to:
Youth Services, Juvenile Review Board, Prescription Drug Drop-Box Program, and support
several additional Community Policing initiatives. Community Events throughout Town
includes National Night Out, Town Green events, Coffee with a Cop, Story Time with
Skipper at Cragin, Senior Center Luncheons, Walk the Halls with K9s, Penguin Plunge, Terri
Brodeur Walk for a Cure, Trick or Trunk, amongst many other events.
The Colchester Police Department works with the Colchester Board of Education to
provide the schools with a full-time School Resource Officer (SRO). The duties of the SRO
range from providing law enforcement education, law enforcement advisement to
students and faculty, and handling any Police related matters within any of the Town of
Colchester’s Schools and/or School Bus Transportation functions. The SRO program also
aids after-school activities and athletic events. This joint venture between the school
system and the Colchester Police/Resident State Trooper’s Office focuses on teaching life
skills and positive decision-making techniques to the Youth of our community as well as
providing an avenue for students and police to have positive interactions that will instill
trust and confidence in the police from an early age. The SRO also takes part in mock-
crash events, inspirational and educational speeches, and bike rodeos.
Staffing
Resident State Trooper Supervisor (1 full-time)
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• CSP Sergeant - 1
Administrative Officers/personnel (3 full-time)
• Colchester Administrative Sergeant - 1
• S.R.O. (Officer) - 1
• Assistant to Department Head (1 Civilian - full time)
Patrol Officers (9 full-time)
• Corporals - 5
• Officer First Class - 2
• Officers - 2
FY25-26 Accomplishments
• Hired and trained a new officer.
• Continuing recruitment and selection for new officers to replace employee
retirements. Testing and recruitment events attended, physical agility and oral
interviews hosted.
• Completed annual firearms, TASER, and medical training for all sworn officers.
• Completed triannual POST training for applicable Officers.
• Annual award ceremony to celebrate the hard work of the Colchester Officers.
• 2 Ford Explorer Police cruisers ordered, outfitted, and on patrol.
• Officers provided Less-Lethal PepperBall platform training and equipment
• Officers furthering training on ATV/UTV certification to operate and training outside
agencies.
• Continued Armorer training for officers to reduce maintenance outsourcing for
department firearms.
• Officers provided training on social media investigations.
• Officers provided training on Interview and Interrogation.
• Officers obtained instructor level training for responding to active aggressor events
in schools and other buildings.
• Participated in the Juvenile Review Board with Youth Services.
• Participated in Prescription Drug Drop-Box Program.
• Processed of over 120 Town Pistol Permits.
• Acquired State of CT Grant funds for Driving under the Influence Enforcement
through the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
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• Acquired Federal Funding through COPS/DOJ for police hiring.
• Achieved Tier 3 state accreditation.
• Utilized Facility K9 Skipper for Critical Incident Debriefs and many community-
oriented policing initiatives.
• Utilized Patrol K9 Dutch for wanted person tracks, missing person searches,
community policing, and evidence recovery.
• Utilized Patrol K9 Magnum for tracking and narcotics recovery.
• Transitioning police ballistic vests to a formal uniform outer vest.
• Implemented Colchester School safety boxes to be housed at Police Department
and Troop K housing keys/fobs and other emergency response equipment.
• Bridged Troop K Dispatch to be able to view school security cameras in the event of
a critical incident.
• Utilized ARPA funding to design an architectural and structural plan for a new Police
building.
2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Continue annual replacement of older Police Cruisers with new Police Cruisers.
• Replace old radios annually.
• Research facility expansion and renovation possibilities of the old Senior Center or
other buildings.
• Continued Firearms Armorer recertification training for officers.
• Maintain and oversee training requirements and evaluations (both psychological
and medical) for all sworn police officers related to the 2020 Connecticut Police
Reform Bill.
• Obtain further grant funding to support increased enforcement efforts of DUI
detection, speed enforcement, and hiring.
• Increase staffing.
• Begin using certified instructors within the department to provide instruction to law
enforcement officers outside the agency.
• Continuing to research applicable State and Federal grant opportunities
• Continue to recruit to replace officer vacancies
• Explore expanding staffing to provide higher levels of coverage to the Town and
explore cost of providing town police coverage on all 3 shifts.
• Transition Panasonic Mobile Video Recorder system with Axon.
• Staff a full-time Traffic Officer.
• Begin the proof phase of Tier 3 accreditation.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
POLICE/RESIDENT TROOPER'S OFFICE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 881,364 1,004,005 1,058,906 1,094,131
Overtime 285,617 236,275 209,400 234,500
Employee Related Insurances 4,996 6,186 7,526 7,361
FICA & Retirement 316,634 334,455 376,886 414,580
Copier 1,930 2,207 2,008 1,980
Office Supplies 1,997 2,497 2,000 2,500
Uniform Purchases 5,321 11,464 12,700 14,700
Police Equipment 45,024 29,572 9,650 13,480
Mileage, Training & Meetings 9,107 20,342 23,510 27,620
Professional Memberships 4,583 4,675 4,755 4,968
Resident Trooper 152,079 164,988 168,801 184,503
Resident Trooper Overtime 14,008 15,193 20,000 20,000
Software Fees 0 2,978 36,903 49,627
Professional Services 13,880 12,755 13,915 14,950
Postage 198 82 250 250
Printing & Publications 190 609 500 600
Telephone 6,240 7,121 6,180 6,720
Equipment Repairs 864 3,625 7,400 7,400
Vehicle Maintenance 12,632 15,651 16,000 16,000
Vehicle Fuel 39,472 36,844 35,360 32,240
TOTAL 1,796,136 1,911,524 2,012,650 2,148,110
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
12101 - POLICE
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 1,094,131 1,094,131
Sergeant 1.00 111,249.00 111,249
Corporal 1.00 404.00 404
Corporal 1.00 105,548.00 105,548
Corporal 1.00 105,548.00 105,548
Corporal 1.00 105,548.00 105,548
Corporal 1.00 105,548.00 105,548
Police Officer First Class 1.00 95,171.00 95,171
Police Officer First Class 1.00 91,809.00 91,809
Police Officer 1.00 89,137.00 89,137
Police Officer (SRO) 1.00 96,319.00 96,319
Assistant to Department Head (8 hrs/day) 1.00 67,463.00 67,463
Longevity 1.00 3,150.00 3,150
School Resource Officer salary to be paid by BOE 1.00 (96,319.00) (96,319)
Shift differential 1.00 7,360.00 7,360
Police Officer Replace retired Corporal (4-5 Level) 1.00 86,109.00 86,109
Police Officer Replace retired Corporal (0-3 Level) 1.00 77,527.00 77,527
Police Officer New Position request. January hire (4-5 level) 1.00 42,560.00 42,560
40103 - OVERTIME 223,400 234,500
Patrol overtime 1.00 200,000.00 200,000 15,000
Overtime - Canine Officers (3) 1.00 23,400.00 23,400 (3,900)
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 7,361 7,361
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 4,015.00 4,015
Long Term Disability Insurance. 1.00 3,346.00 3,346
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 414,580 414,580
FICA/Medicare 1.00 103,696.00 103,696
Defined Benefit Pension Plan - Police Officers hired prior to 1/1/12 @ 1.00 230,506.00 230,506
53.819% of base pay (estimate based on actuarial valuation as of 7/1/24)
Defined contribution 401(a) Plan @ 8% - Police Officers hired after 1/1/12 1.00 51,331.00 51,331
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Assistant to Department Head @ 9% 1.00 6,072.00 6,072
FICA/Medicare - shift differential 1.00 563.00 563
Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - shift differential 1.00 2,275.00 2,275
FICA/Medicare New Position request January hire 1.00 3,256.00 3,256
Defined contribution 401(a) Plan @ 8% - Police Officers hired after 1/1/12 New 1.00 3,405.00 3,405
position request January hire
FICA/Medicare Grant Funded Position 1.00 6,587.00 6,587
Defined contribution 401(a) Plan @ 8% - Police Officers hired after 1/1/12 1.00 6,889.00 6,889
Grant Funded Position
42233 - COPIER 1,980 1,980
Copier lease - monthly payments 12.00 90.00 1,080
Per image charges 12.00 75.00 900
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 2,500 2,500
General office supplies 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
42324 - UNIFORM PURCHASES 14,700 14,700
Body armor - vests 3.00 1,000.00 3,000
Boot allowance 7.00 300.00 2,100
Service stripes, embroidery, patches 12.00 50.00 600
Webbed gear replacement, belts, traffic safety equipment 12.00 200.00 2,400
Uniform shirts & pants - protective clothing 12.00 350.00 4,200
Ceremonial uniform equipment, hats, (Class A) 2.00 1,200.00 2,400
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42338 - POLICE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES 13,480 13,480
OC Replacement, BWC Mounts, portable radio, baton, handcuffs 1.00 500.00 500
K9 Food 12.00 275.00 3,300
General Equipment Patrol Maintenance, Accieent investigation Equip., ppe 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Flashlights 0
Cruiser Cleanings and Hazmat 13.00 360.00 4,680
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 28,620 27,620
State mandated training & reimbursement for travel 14.00 200.00 2,800
Ammunition & weapons (duty pistol/duty rifle) 1.00 11,000.00 11,000 (1,000)
Armorer's and firearms training for Armorer 3.00 750.00 2,250
POSTC Class Dues - New Recruit 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Drug screening (mandatory for recertification) 4.00 300.00 1,200
Wellness screening (mandatory for recertification) 3.00 440.00 1,320
Out of State training lodging 2.00 600.00 1,200
Training courses and Officer specialties (i.e. Firearms/Use of Force 13.00 450.00 5,850
instruction/POST recertification classes
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 4,968 4,968
Law Enforcement Council (L.E.C.) 1.00 4,888.00 4,888
DEA Substance License yearly fee 1.00 80.00 80
44200 - RESIDENT TROOPER 184,503 184,503
Resident Trooper Supervisor 1.00 184,503.00 184,503
Per letter from State of CT dated 2/5/26
44204 - RESIDENT TROOPER OT 20,000 20,000
Trooper (State Police) overtime 1.00 20,000.00 20,000
44205 - SOFTWARE FEES 76,627 49,627
Axon/Evidence.com Subscription increase due to grant expiring, MVR updates 1.00 70,000.00 70,000 (27,000)
PowerDMS - Yearly contract increase due to grant expiring 1.00 6,127.00 6,127
FASD - Fire Alarm previously not budgeted 1.00 500.00 500
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 14,950 14,950
Uniform allowance - 12 officers, 230 days/officer, 2 officers 115 days @ $5/day 1.00 14,950.00 14,950
44217 - POSTAGE 250 250
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 600 600
Legal updates and publications 1.00 600.00 600
45216 - TELEPHONE 6,720 6,720
Mobile data terminal service 1.00 6,720.00 6,720
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 7,400 7,400
Radar/Laser calibration - 6 units, 2 times/year 6.00 200.00 1,200
Electronic maintenance (vehicle equipment, MDT, emergency lights, MVR) 1.00 6,200.00 6,200
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 16,000 16,000
Vehicle repairs 1.00 16,000.00 16,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 32,240 32,240
Unleaded gasoline 1.00 32,240.00 32,240
TOTAL POLICE 2,165,010 (16,900) 2,148,110
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Fire Department/Emergency Medical Services/Emergency Management
Mission Statement:
To provide quality fire, rescue and medical services for the Colchester community with pride,
dedication & excellence.
Vision Statement:
We strive to be recognized as a progressive, innovative and cohesive public safety leader
committed to providing exemplary service to the community.
Organizational/Core Values:
Service Excellence; Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Teamwork; Innovation
Description:
Colchester Fire & EMS protects lives and property from fire and hazardous incident damage and
provides timely emergency medical services in the Town of Colchester and other neighboring
municipalities. The department incorporates up-to-date and efficient fire prevention, fire
suppression, hazardous incident mitigation and emergency medical technologies into its
procedures, equipment and methods.
Station One (HQ) is located at 52 Old Hartford Road.
Station Two (sub-station) is located at 424 Westchester Road, Rt. 149.
Colchester Fire & EMS bills for ambulance transport through patients’ insurance. This revenue is
reflected in Ambulance Fees for Service in the annual Fiscal Year Budgets.
Staffing/Organizational Chart:
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• Fire/EMS Chief (full-time) • Captain (full-time)
• Deputy Chief (Volunteer) • Lieutenant (3 – full-time)
• Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal/EMD • Firefighter/Emergency Medical
(full-time) Technicians (7 - full-time)
• Deputy EMD (Volunteer) 24/7 coverage
• Administrative Assistant Fire/EMS
(full-time)
Volunteer Interior Firefighters – 28 (Personnel who are trained/cleared to conduct interior fire
suppression activities. 23 are EMR or EMT certified to provide medical care)
Volunteer Support Firefighters – 8 (Personnel who are trained/cleared to provide exterior
scene support. 3 are certified to provide medical care)
Volunteer Fire Police – 15 (Personnel who are trained to assist with traffic control at emergency
incidents. 7 are certified to provide medical care)
Volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians – 20 (Personnel that can provide medical care at the
basic life support level)
Cadets – 11 (14-18 years old)
2025 - 2026 Accomplishments:
• Responded to 2,489 total calls for service – Fire/ EMS (Year 2025)
o 735 Fire related responses
o 1754 EMS related responses
• Total Training/Drill Hours – 5,795
• Total Personnel Hours – Calls/Emergency – 9,973
• Activity & Inspection Hours (Apparatus Inspections, Equipment Inspections, Chores,
Storm Duty, Community Events, Meetings, etc) - 36,687
• Provided support to Town sponsored events (ex. Santa Ride, 5K Resolution Run, Airline
Trail ghost Run, National Night Out, Touch a Truck events)
• Deployment of a new Forestry truck (Forestry 128) for response to brush fires in town
and surrounding communities.
• Deployment of a Traffic Safety Vehicle known as Scorpion 328 for responses on limited
access highways. This unit was secured through a DOT grant and is an asset that is able
to be requested for area departments.
• Continued community risk reduction initiatives to include pre-planning identified target
hazards throughout the community, smoke/Carbon Monoxide alarm installs,
Community CPR/Stop the bleed classes
• Emergency Management EOC completed on the 2nd floor of Fire/EMS HQ. This area has
enhanced technology and space to support the large-scale emergency incident with
available expansion to the Training Room on the 1st floor of HQ.
• Provided 4 Community CPR & Stop the Bleed offerings FREE to residents at Fire HQ; 40
residents were trained.
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• 40 Public Relations/Fire Safety & Education Events provided to the community with 894
contacts in attendance at the various offerings.
• Securing of the Paramedic/ALS Primary Service Area (PSA). This provides for more direct
oversight and control of these services in Colchester. We maintain an agreement with
Middlesex Paramedics for providing these services.
Measures (January 1 – December 31, 2025)
• Total Calls = 2489
• Total Personnel Hours – Calls/Emergency = 9,973
• Training Personnel Hours = 5,795
• Activity & Inspection Hours = 36,687
2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019
• Fire Marshal Inspections 696 584 716 804 307 102* 786
• FM Violations Issued 119 123 120 176 172 76* 327
• Fire Calls: 406** 400** 420** 336** 59 64 44
• Rescue/Medical Calls: 1754 1514 1529 1878 1630 1219 1334
• Hazmat/Elec. 68 68 64 63 50 83 45
• Other Calls (Service): 259 258 280 171 190 342 261
• Mutual Aid (given/received) 191/205 186/170 240/165 202/74 328 293 340
• EOC Activations: 2 (Partial)
• Warming/Cooling
Center Activations: 10
* Inspection numbers reflect FMO having limited access to residential properties due to Covid-19
pandemic.
** Includes false alarms (208), Good Intent (150) as well as fire calls
9 Year Comparison
3000
2448 2489
2500 2217 2296 2246
2191
1975 1962 1921
2000
1500
1000
500
0
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Average Overall Response Times – EMS: 7:44 Min.; Fire: 7:52 min. (Turnout & Travel Time)
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2026 - 2027 Objectives
• Continued focus on volunteer recruitment and retention; Completion of a study for
development of a Strategic Master Plan to focus on future facility, equipment and
staffing needs for Colchester Fire & EMS.
• Addition of 1 career Firefighter/EMTs to provide for 3 career firefighter/EMTs on each of
the four rotating shifts, 24/7, to equalizing staffing across all shifts.
• Continue to provide quality training at a quantity that ensures skills and competencies
are maintained, but not to excessively utilize personnel time creating a manageable
work/life balance.
• Provide training and development on the leadership & management for the fire
department utilizing in-house instructors and outside vendors.
• Continue development of the Community Risk Reduction Program to reduce risk within
the community and decrease calls for service; Establish a Fall Prevention Program;
Targeted Smoke/CO Detector Installs with Home Safety Inspections.
• Continually seek state & federal grant opportunities to support Colchester Fire & EMS
Mission and needs.
• Offer quarterly Community CPR free to the public; Offer Fire Safety Training and
education to the community.
• Creation and maintenance of procedures and policies that align with the department
mission to ensure continuity and uniformity throughout the organization.
• Partner with the Park & Recreation Department for a Public Safety Week Camp
incorporating Fire, EMS, Police and other stakeholders in an effort to highlight the
benefits of the services and build life skills.
• Quarterly and annual evaluation reviews of department statistics to ensure services
provided are meeting the communities’ expectations as well as industrial standards.
• Review, update and finalize the 1975 expired agreement with the Colchester Hayward
Volunteer Fire Company to reflect the current needs of the department and town with
relation to services, reimbursements, recruitment/retention, etc.
• Bring EMS to the next level of enhanced patient care with ability to provide CPAP and
Capnography as a patient assessment and intervention. Colchester would be the only
department at the BLS level under Backus Hospital Medical Control that would provide
this service.
• Development of an FTO (Field Training Officer) Program to enhance our new EMS
personnel with being cleared on the ambulance and obtaining their Lead Technician
designation.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
FIRE/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 950,371 1,003,241 1,064,576 1,161,632
Overtime 106,477 134,465 119,328 119,328
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 59,193 68,816 50,212 54,354
Employee Related Insurances 3,834 4,404 4,852 5,125
FICA & Retirement 144,675 174,603 186,482 203,068
Copier 2,390 2,542 2,380 1,528
Office Supplies 1,238 1,394 1,500 1,500
Safety Equipment 78,446 55,421 57,468 62,020
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 2,272 3,072 3,000 3,000
Operating Supplies 322 386 500 500
Technical Reference Materials 71 0 350 350
Emergency Medical Supplies 15,597 20,359 23,000 23,000
Fire Equipment Supplies 14,878 14,690 20,600 20,900
Firefighting Foam 1,627 0 1,500 1,500
Mileage, Training & Meetings 18,895 19,429 29,000 29,000
Professional Memberships 2,579 2,055 2,800 3,100
Legal 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 22,636 25,608 22,000 22,000
Postage 85 82 150 150
Service Contracts 95,721 110,116 103,937 108,142
Advertising 0 0 0 0
Printing & Publications 0 0 0 0
Fuel Compensation 43,366 44,105 45,000 45,000
Physicals & Testing 10,856 21,123 17,000 20,000
Telephone 16,806 13,070 12,648 8,100
Fuel & Heating 14,603 15,477 14,100 13,425
Water 0 24 300 500
Electricity 21,290 24,477 26,875 28,737
Equipment Repairs 3,810 2,354 5,500 5,500
Building Repairs 9,148 7,295 7,500 7,500
Vehicle Maintenance 41,345 24,890 38,000 40,000
Vehicle Fuel 44,795 37,568 35,000 31,000
Machinery & Equipment 0 0 0 0
Building & Grounds Improvements 7,317 0 0 0
TOTAL 1,734,643 1,831,066 1,895,558 2,019,959
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
12202 - FIRE/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 1,191,688 1,161,632
Fire Chief 1.00 119,629.00 119,629
Captain 1.00 100,289.00 100,289
Lieutenant/Shift Supervisor 1.00 95,506.00 95,506
Lieutenant/Shift Supervisor 1.00 93,191.00 93,191
Lieutenant/Shift Supervisor 1.00 93,191.00 93,191
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 73,710.00 73,710
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 60,999.00 60,999
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 60,999.00 60,999
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 60,999.00 60,999
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 60,999.00 60,999
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 60,999.00 60,999
Fire Marshal 1.00 83,302.00 83,302
Assistant to Department Head (8 hrs/day) 1.00 67,463.00 67,463
Holiday pay per union contract 1.00 44,844.00 44,844 (1,664)
Firefighter/EMT 1.00 56,784.00 56,784
Firefighter/EMT New position request 1.00 56,784.00 56,784 (28,392)
Longevity 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
40103 - OVERTIME 125,000 (5,672) 119,328
Overtime 1.00 125,000.00 125,000
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 54,354 54,354
Deputy Chief 1.00 8,000.00 8,000
Assistant Chief 1.00 5,200.00 5,200
Captains (4) 3.00 1,716.00 5,148
Lieutenants (5) 7.00 858.00 6,006
Ambulance staffing 1.00 30,000.00 30,000
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 5,125 5,125
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 3,416.00 3,416
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 1,709.00 1,709
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 207,923 203,068
FICA/Medicare 1.00 100,541.00 100,541 (127)
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Fire Chief @ 9% 1.00 10,767.00 10,767
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Assistant to Department Head @ 9% 1.00 6,072.00 6,072
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Fire Union @ 9% 1.00 73,591.00 73,591
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Fire Marshal @ 8% 1.00 7,497.00 7,497
FICA/Medicare New Position 1.00 4,344.00 4,344 (2,172)
Definced Contribution 401(a) plan - Fire Union @ 9% New Positon 1.00 5,111.00 5,111 (2,556)
42233 - COPIER 1,528 1,528
Monthly lease payments 12.00 62.00 744
Copy Paper 1.00 400.00 400
Monthly lease payments - color copier 12.00 32.00 384
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,500 1,500
General office supplies 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 62,520 62,020
Turnout gear sets 7.00 6,860.00 48,020
Protective clothing repair 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Flame-resistant work uniforms for paid staff per union contract $1000 per firefighter 1.00 12,500.00 12,500
Cadet turnout gear - helmet and boods 1.00 500.00 500 (500)
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 3,000 3,000
Cleaning & maintenance supplies for station and grounds 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
42340 - OPERATING SUPPLIES 500 500
Cleaning agents, vehicle maintenance supplies, water softener salts, 1.00 500.00 500
wax, rags, etc.
42343 - TECHNICAL REFERENCE MATERIALS 400 (50) 350
Annual periodicals & subscriptions for various Fire Rescue & EMS topics 1.00 400.00 400
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42345 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SUPPLIES 24,000 23,000
Emergency food 1.00 1,000.00 1,000 (1,000)
EMS Supplies - replenishment of all Town department first aid kits, 1.00 23,000.00 23,000
first responder bags, glucometry readings, Narcan
42346 - FIRE EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES 22,900 20,900
Batteries, Hazmat materials, sealant, fire extinguishers, breathing air, fasteners 1.00 7,000.00 7,000 (2,000)
Hazmat meters, gas meters, module replacement cal materials 1.00 2,800.00 2,800
Replacement of portable radios , batteries and pagers 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Fire Police equipment (personnel gear & equipment) 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Replacement of fire hose 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Rescue equipment - trench, water, ice rescue 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Hydrotesting fo r10 pressurized water-This is a necessary item and is yearly 1.00 2,100.00 2,100
42347 - FIRE FIGHTING FOAM 1,500 1,500
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 30,500 29,000
Meeting, training & conference travel 1.00 500.00 500
Mandatory training OSHA, NFPA, etc. 1.00 28,000.00 28,000 (1,500)
Public Fire prevention materials (Fire Marshal) 1.00 500.00 500
Recruitment and retention 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 3,100 3,100
Professional Affiliations - dues for NFPA, Fire Chiefs, Safety Officers 1.00 3,100.00 3,100
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 22,000 22,000
Comstar payments -percent of revenue from ambulance billings 1.00 22,000.00 22,000
44217 - POSTAGE 150 150
Postage fees to send out equpment for repair/return postage of repaired items, 1.00 150.00 150
Fire Marshal letters
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 108,142 108,142
Emergency dispatch services 1.00 32,000.00 32,000
Paramedic services - Middlesex Paramedics 1.00 15,580.00 15,580
Breathing air testing 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Annual furnace/hot water maintenance (Company 1) 1.00 2,900.00 2,900
EMS Biohazard waste removal - required 1.00 1,400.00 1,400
Annual fire pump testing/certifications 1.00 1,750.00 1,750
Annual ground ladder testing & certification 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
Annual aerial ladder testing & certification 1.00 700.00 700
Annual hydraulic rescue tool service (base set & additional tools) 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Overhead door preventative maintenance/repairs - Company 1 & 2 1.00 1,250.00 1,250
Annual stretchers preventative maintenance inspection and 1.00 12,533.00 12,533
chair stair inspections/repairs/parts
ESO - Firehouse: Fire incidents CAD Integration, Assest Checklist bundle and bundles 1.00 13,758.00 13,758
(fire incidents, inspections, properties, personnel management, hydrants, actvities
Fire Extinguisher inspections, recharging, hydrotesting 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Emergency generator services - Company 2 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
Building Alarm system testing and monitoring 1.00 300.00 300
Kitchen hood inspections 1.00 250.00 250
Sprinkler system - quarterly inspections 4.00 87.50 350
Knox Company - annual knoxnet 1.00 1,400.00 1,400
Modince bay heaters 1.00 2,775.00 2,775
Air-fill station - breathing air compressor service contract 1.00 1,256.00 1,256
Fire hose testing 15,200 ft - includes re-coupling/testing 1.00 5,115.00 5,115
Fire alarm testing, monitoring & maintenance service contract - Company 1 2.00 600.00 1,200
IamResponding system 1.00 660.00 660
Exterminating Services - Company 1 & 2 1.00 765.00 765
Annual maintenance/servicing of aerial ladder 1.00 2,560.00 2,560
Annual air conditioning inspection/maintenance - Company 1 1.00 700.00 700
Boiler inspection - Company 1 & 2 1.00 240.00 240
Annual inspection - above ground Convault (fuel) 1.00 300.00 300
44243 - COMPENSATION 45,000 45,000
Fuel compensation for volunteer staff 1.00 45,000.00 45,000
44286 - PHYSICALS & TESTING 20,000 20,000
Physicals & Testing - required for employment and service 1.00 20,000.00 20,000
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
45216 - TELEPHONE 8,100 8,100
Headquarters phone, fax & internet 1.00 5,200.00 5,200
Cell phone service - Fire Chief & Fire Marshal 12.00 75.00 900
ipads - Chief & FMO & Deputy Chief 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 13,425 13,425
Heating oil - Company 1 - 7 furnaces, 2 hot water heaters, generator 4000 gallons @ 2.42 1.00 9,680.00 9,680
Propane - stove - Company 1 400lb @ 1.59 1.00 636.00 636
Heating oil - Company 2 1120 gallons @ 2.42 = 2710.40 1.00 2,711.00 2,711
Propane - Company 2 250 gallon @ 1.59 = 397.50 1.00 398.00 398
45350 - WATER 500 500
Static & dry hydrants 1.00 500.00 500
45622 - ELECTRICITY 28,737 28,737
Electricity - Company 1 1.00 21,572.00 21,572
Electricity - Company 2 1.00 7,165.00 7,165
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 6,000 5,500
Radio & alarm repairs, lights & sirens 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
Security system- continuous - entry identification 1.00 500.00 500 (500)
Repair/maintenance of small engine tools, building/grounds maintenance 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
equipment and other equipment
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 7,500 7,500
Plumbing, electrical, miscellaneous building repairs 1.00 7,500.00 7,500
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 40,000 40,000
Truck repairs & parts 1.00 40,000.00 40,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 31,000 31,000
Unleaded gasoline 1.00 6,200.00 6,200
Diesel gasoline 1.00 24,800.00 24,800
TOTAL FIRE/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES 2,066,092 (46,133) 2,019,959
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PROPOSED BUDGET
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 5,314 5,369 10,000 10,000
FICA 406 266 765 765
Office Supplies 0 0 275 300
Other Purchased Supplies 0 992 1,748 2,000
Emergency Medical Supplies 0 0 0 0
Mileage, Training and Meetings 0 0 500 500
Postage 0 0 0 0
Service Contracts 510 540 510 600
Printing & Publications 0 0 0 0
Telephone 5,106 6,141 4,000 3,500
Equipment Repairs 0 0 2,000 2,300
TOTAL 11,336 13,308 19,798 19,965
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
12301 - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 10,000 10,000
Emergency Management Director - stipend EMPG grant to cover increase 1.00 5,500.00 5,500
Deputy Emergency Management Director - stipend EMPG to cover increase 1.00 4,500.00 4,500
41230 - FICA 765 765
FICA/Medicare EMPG to cover increase 1.00 765.00 765
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 300 300
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 2,000 2,000
Supplies for planned activation of EOC for training or live emergency events 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Includes radio replacements, batteries for radios, and sirens
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 500 500
EMD training, State programs, mileage 1.00 500.00 500
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 600 600
Emergency Operations Center - Alarm monitoring monthly pest control 1.00 600.00 600
45216 - TELEPHONE 3,500 3,500
Internet, static IP, U-verse, DSL, Centrix, fax, phone lines 1.00 3,500.00 3,500
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 2,300 2,300
Antenna replacement, sirens and other equipment repairs 1.00 2,300.00 2,300
TOTAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 19,965 0 19,965
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Public Works
147
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TOWN OF COLCHESTER
FY 2026-2027 ADOPTED BUDGET
Public Works
Departments
• Public Works Administration
• Highway
• Fleet Services
• Grounds Maintenance
• Snow Removal
• Facilities
• Engineering
• Transfer Station
149
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works Administration
Mission:
To ensure Town residents receive the best infrastructure-related services in the most
cost-effective and efficient manner.
Description:
Provides the management and supervision of the public works divisions of highway,
fleet maintenance, facilities, grounds maintenance (Town and BOE), engineering, waste
management, and snow removal.
Staffing
Public Works Director (shared position with Sewer & Water)
Assistant to the Department Head – Public Works (shared position with Sewer & Water)
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PROPOSED BUDGET
PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 83,156 84,069 88,294 90,938
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Employee Related Insurances 226 518 259 262
FICA & Retirement 8,918 10,012 13,034 13,425
Copier 295 317 348 102
Office Supplies 292 965 400 800
Safety Equipment 70 100 400 150
Mileage, Training & Meetings 75 486 450 450
Professional Memberships 0 185 500 500
Professional Services 0 0 0 2,500
Postage 36 42 75 75
Advertising 0 0 0 0
Telephone 612 225 0 0
Vehicle Maintenance 0 0 300 300
Vehicle Fuel 0 589 204 186
TOTAL 93,680 97,508 104,264 109,688
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13200 - PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 90,938 90,938
Public Works Director (40% Town, 10% BOE & 50% Sewer & Water) 1.00 57,206.00 57,206
Assistant to Department Head - 8 hrs/day (50% Town & 50% S/W) 1.00 33,732.00 33,732
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 262 262
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 140.00 140
Long Term Disability 1.00 122.00 122
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 13,425 13,425
FICA/Medicare 1.00 6,957.00 6,957
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Director of Public Works @ 6% 1.00 3,432.00 3,432
(40% Town, 10% BOE & 50% S&W)
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Assistant to Department Head @ 9% 1.00 3,036.00 3,036
(50% Town, 50% S&W)
42233 - COPIER 102 102
Copier - monthly lease payments 12.00 0.00 0
Per image charges 12.00 8.50 102
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 800 800
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 150 150
Clothing and PPE 1.00 150.00 150
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 450 450
Training and meeting supplies 1.00 450.00 450
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 500 500
American Public Works Association, Tree Warden Association 1.00 500.00 500
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,500 2,500
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
Asset management/work order/GIS software 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
44217 - POSTAGE 75 75
Postage, citations, warning letters 1.00 75.00 75
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 300 300
Vehicle repair parts 1.00 300.00 300
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 186 186
Unleaded gasoline 75.00 2.48 186
TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 109,688 0 109,688
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works - Division of Highway
Mission:
The Mission of the Colchester Highway Division is to provide a safe and well-maintained
infrastructure and transportation system by keeping current with modern technologies
and production methods and adapting to the changing environment of a growing
community
Description:
The Colchester Highway Division’s overall responsibility is to maintain and repair the
roadway and drainage system of the Town of Colchester. This includes snow and ice
management, road construction, pavement maintenance, and right-of –way
maintenance. The Department also provides support services to other Town
departments. These duties have been created to ensure a safe and reliable
infrastructure, consistent with the needs and expectations of a growing population.
Staffing:
DPW Supervisor (full time)
Maintainer 4 (full time - 3)
Maintainer 2 (full time - 5)
Assisted 3 days a week by a Transfer Station employee.
2025 – 2026 Accomplishments
• Rebuilt walking bridge on Norwich Ave.
• Regraded the parking spots adjacent to the Town Green on Norwich Ave.
• Swept school parking lots.
• Backed up edge of new paved roads with topsoil.
• Assisted with traffic control for repainting crosswalks in center of town.
• Repainted 33 miles of double yellow line as well as just shy of 3 miles of white fog line.
• Assisted the Water Department in numerous water main breaks.
• Repainted 35-miles of Collector Road center lines and stop bars.
• Cleaned and replaced multiple out of date or damaged road and street signs, this
includes chevrons, and named street signs.
• Responded to multiple winter call-ins for snow and ice control.
• Completed removal of over 25% of identified damaged/dead trees in the town Right of
Ways.
• Filled in potholes throughout the town (ongoing).
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• Trimmed and chipped brush on the plow routes in preparation for winter and worked
closely with Eversource to reduce outages and ensure maximum efficiency during
storms.
• Cleaned up storm damaged trees after major events.
• Addressed driveway apron repairs due to changes in grades of road, or possible plow
damage.
• Drainage detention basin cleaning and outlet swale cleaning, to prevent flooding on
town streets (Ongoing).
• Removed beaver dams interfering with drainage and within pipes – River Road, Old
Amston Road, Ruby Cohen Park, Pickerel Lake Road (Ongoing).
• Repaired and graded almost 9 miles of dirt roads.
• Completed town wide road sweeping per MS4 DEEP requirements.
• Replaced damaged I-beam and wire guard rails town-wide (On-Going).
• Completed two rounds of town wide roadside mowing.
• Trimmed nuisance weeds around guardrails throughout the town.
• Removed litter along the side of town roads.
• Trained new employees on snow removal and plow routes.
• Replaced curbing and repaired damaged lawns because of winter snow operations.
• Repaired and replaced multiple catch basin tops and structures that were damaged due
to time and other wear and tear.
• Repainted catch basin location lines to improve locating catch basins during winter
months.
• Marked out electrical and communication boxes to prevent plows from contacting them
through the town.
• Made essential repairs to the transfer station fixing guardrails and addressing sink holes.
• Repaired multiple town wide washouts due to heavy rain.
• Assisted Fire Department and First Responders in closing roads during emergencies.
• Set up Memorial Day Parade stage and decorations.
• Crack sealed numerous roads and Town Hall parking lot.
• Provided contracted catch basin cleanings, town crew provided traffic control.
• Rubberized chip-sealed approximately 6.85 miles of road.
• Milled and paved approximately 2.5 miles of road.
• Repainted stop bars and crosswalks townwide.
2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Continue to utilize Contracted and rental options, such as paving equipment,
road grading, catch basin cleaning to operate more efficiently.
• Adjusting baseline needs of the Town-wide road improvement plan dependent
upon funding. Continue productivity increase with Crack Sealing equipment.
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• Continue to address vegetative control on additional detention basin areas and
right of ways that are the responsibility of the Town.
• Continue to conduct work required under Bridge survey in regard to sediment
and safety issues.
• Continue annual base maintenance, Road Sweeping, Roadside Cutting, Catch
Basin Cleaning, Guardrail and Sign Replacement.
• Provide CDL incentives – Training for work force development.
• Repaint 35 miles of Collector Road center lines and stop bars.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
HIGHWAY
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 416,824 516,273 611,045 666,836
Overtime 18,998 12,564 22,500 22,500
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 0 2,300 5,200 5,200
Employee Related Insurances 1,586 1,740 2,371 2,152
FICA & Retirement 51,644 70,037 103,714 112,963
Copier 981 1,022 790 1,104
Safety Equipment 2,697 4,478 5,380 6,270
Other Purchased Supplies 106,372 85,697 146,268 108,700
Mileage, Training & Meetings 564 1,550 5,500 5,500
Professional Services 101,593 186,164 128,105 145,850
Equipment Rental 0 290 7,000 7,000
Uniform Rental 2,961 3,246 3,107 3,640
Telephone 114 316 960 750
Traffic Control 66,183 75,211 81,250 107,269
Equipment Repairs 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Maintenance 92,733 125,038 105,000 100,000
Vehicle Fuel 51,850 60,221 49,440 44,640
Road Improvements 101,661 539,795 540,000 540,000
TOTAL 1,016,761 1,685,942 1,817,630 1,880,374
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13201 - HIGHWAY
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 666,836 666,836
Highway Working Supervisor 1.00 92,686.00 92,686
Highway Maintainer 4 1.00 79,428.00 79,428
Highway Maintainer 4 1.00 79,428.00 79,428
Highway Maintainer 7 1.00 79,428.00 79,428
Highway Maintainer 2 1.00 66,753.00 66,753
Highway Maintainer 2 1.00 66,753.00 66,753
Highway Maintainer 2 1.00 66,753.00 66,753
Highway Maintainer 2 1.00 66,753.00 66,753
Highway Maintainer 2 1.00 66,754.00 66,754
Longevity 1.00 2,100.00 2,100
40103 - OVERTIME 22,500 22,500
Roads Overtime (not snow) 1.00 22,500.00 22,500
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 5,200 5,200
Tree Warden stipend 52.00 100.00 5,200
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 2,152 2,152
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 1,053.00 1,053
Long Term Disability 1.00 1,099.00 1,099
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 112,963 112,963
FICA/Medicare 1.00 53,134.00 53,134
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Road Crew @ 9% 1.00 59,829.00 59,829
42233 - COPIER 1,104 1,104
Copier - monthly lease payments 12.00 46.00 552
Copier Lease Payment 1.00 552.00 552
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 6,270 6,270
Safety Shoes 9.00 200.00 1,800
Rain gear - OSHA reflective 10.00 85.00 850
Gloves - Summer 60.00 9.00 540
Gloves - Winter 30.00 10.00 300
Forestry hard hat/visor replacement 3.00 110.00 330
Eye Protection 10.00 15.00 150
Rubber boots 10.00 70.00 700
Coverall replacements 8.00 100.00 800
Safety Traffic Vests - OSHA compliant reflectivity 20.00 40.00 800
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 115,700 108,700
Meals in storms/call-in (not snow events) 1.00 300.00 300
Catch basin blocks for raising or repairing tops, one pallet 1.00 8,000.00 8,000
Misc. items (bottled gas, rags, degreaser, flashlights, batteries), etc. 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
500 tons Class 2 asphalt 500.00 100.00 50,000
40/tons cold patch 40.00 100.00 4,000
Drainage pipe for repairs 1.00 6,000.00 6,000
Crack filling material - 5 pallets 8.00 1,750.00 14,000
Hand tools, rakes, shovels, etc. 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
Annual stop bars & crosswalks painting & supplies 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
SAND, SALT, GRAVEL, CEMENT
Cement & ready mix concrete 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Drainage stone & Rip Rap for road drainage repairs - 500 tons 250.00 30.00 7,500
Erosion ground supplies, seed, haybales, etc. 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS
Street signs, Traffic Control signs, cones 1.00 7,000.00 7,000 (3,000)
Catch basin tops, manhole covers,risers for emergency repairs 12.00 700.00 8,400 (4,000)
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 5,500 5,500
Training programs, mileage reimbursements 1.00 5,500.00 5,500
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 200,850 145,850
Tree removal services - bucket truck & crew, plan to perform additional 1.00 120,000.00 120,000 (40,000)
removal if surplus is available at end of FY
Catch basin Vacuum truck contractor services 12.00 2,100.00 25,200
PHYSICALS:
DOT - CDL annual physicals 9.00 135.00 1,215
CDL drug and alcohol testing 9.00 110.00 990
Pre-employment physicals 3.00 150.00 450
Hearing tests per OSHA regulations 9.00 55.00 495
Asset management/work order/GIS software 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
45 Miles of yellow centerline line painting or white shoulder 1.00 50,000.00 50,000 (15,000)
44237 - EQUIPMENT RENTAL 10,500 7,000
Specialty equipment rental - mini excavator, bobcat with forestry 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
attachment, pumps, generators, etc.
Brush removal - drainage right of ways (shared with S&W rights of way clearing 1.00 3,500.00 3,500 (3,500)
44238 - UNIFORM RENTALS 3,640 3,640
Uniform rental 52.00 70.00 3,640
45216 - TELEPHONE 750 750
Mobile phones/hotspots 12.00 62.50 750
45389 - TRAFFIC CONTROL LIGHTS 107,269 107,269
Electricity for streetlights and traffic control lights 1.00 107,269.00 107,269
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 100,000 100,000
Vehicle repair parts 1.00 100,000.00 100,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 44,640 44,640
Unleaded gasoline 7,000.00 2.48 17,360
Diesel gasoline 11,000.00 2.48 27,280
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
48439 - ROAD IMPROVEMENT 600,000 (60,000) 540,000
Road improvement/pavement maintenance 1.00 600,000.00 600,000
TOTAL HIGHWAY 2,005,874 (125,500) 1,880,374
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Budget
Department: Public Works - Division of Fleet Services
Mission
Provide a safe and reliable fleet of equipment and vehicles for the Town at a reasonable cost to
the taxpayers.
Description
Fleet Services is a division of Colchester’s Public Works Department that works out of the Town
Garage. Fleet maintains the Town’s $14 million-dollar fleet. Fleet is also responsible for
gasoline & diesel inventory and billing as well as building & grounds maintenance at the
complex.
Staffing
Fleet Supervisor (full time).
Mechanic III (full time x 2).
Mechanic II (full time).
Mechanic Helper (3 days/week).
2025 – 2026 Accomplishments
• Annual update of the vehicle and equipment side (VIP) of the Capital Improvement Plan.
• Completed plow truck proposal to strengthen our winter operations.
• Completed the build of a new Police Interceptor.
• Continuation of chemical rust prevention program on all vehicles.
• Continuation of undercarriage washing on senior buses, youth vans and police vehicles.
• 100% of spring equipment was ready to go by March 30th.
• Completed 100% of fire apparatus safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Completed 100% of police vehicle safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Completed 100% of senior bus safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Completed 100% of ambulance safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• 100% of all snow removal equipment was fully operational by November 15.
• Continue to secure necessary tools & equipment to stay current with technology.
• Oversaw sale of surplus equipment.
Measures (1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025) 2025 2024 2023
• Work Orders Completed 1230 1280 1310
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2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Strive for a safe and healthy work environment.
• Continue on-line training courses to meet OSHA requirements.
• Continue with CONN OSHA’s Consultation Services.
• Continue building repairs and maintenance in-house to lower the cost.
• Have 100% of seasonal equipment serviced and ready to go for March 30th.
• Complete 100% of fire apparatus safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Complete 100% of police vehicle safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Complete 100% of senior bus safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Complete 100% of ambulance safety inspections within two weeks of due date.
• Have 100% of first run snow removal equipment fully operational by October 15.
• Have 100% of remaining snow removal equipment fully operational by November 15.
• Oversee the chassis replacement for a 9-ton plow truck.
• Oversee the build of an additional 9-ton plow truck.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
FLEET SERVICES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 299,165 338,742 358,449 374,650
Overtime 4,022 2,384 4,000 4,000
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 1,800 2,400 2,400 2,400
Employee Related Insurances 1,003 1,024 1,171 1,073
FICA & Retirement 46,288 54,524 59,960 62,656
Office Supplies 349 387 400 440
Safety Equipment 1,364 3,164 1,400 1,400
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 614 927 1,150 1,150
Fleet Repair & Maintenance Supplies 20,229 24,016 25,000 25,000
Mileage, Training & Meetings 240 0 0 0
Professional Memberships 225 225 225 225
Professional Services 1,034 1,100 915 1,050
Service Contracts 16,976 16,384 16,912 15,601
Uniform Rental 1,861 1,702 2,300 2,600
Telephone 23 527 480 480
Fuel & Heating 7,793 6,969 7,436 6,996
Electricity 13,229 16,779 16,250 18,189
Equipment Repairs 2,088 1,818 2,000 2,000
Building Repairs 2,686 5,035 4,500 4,500
Vehicle Maintenance 3,073 3,472 3,000 3,000
Vehicle Fuel 3,270 3,022 3,132 2,914
Buildings & Grounds Improvements 0 0 0 0
TOTAL 427,332 484,601 511,080 530,324
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13202 - FLEET SERVICES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 374,650 374,650
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor 1.00 107,500.00 107,500
Mechanic 3 1.00 92,686.00 92,686
Mechanic 3 1.00 92,686.00 92,686
Mechanic 2 1.00 79,428.00 79,428
Longevity 1.00 2,350.00 2,350
40103 - OVERTIME 4,000 4,000
Overtime 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 2,400 2,400
Tool allowance - 2 employees @ $100 per month 12.00 200.00 2,400
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,073 1,073
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 585.00 585
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 488.00 488
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 62,656 62,656
FICA/Medicare 1.00 29,149.00 29,149
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Fleet Maintenance Supervisor @ 9% 1.00 9,675.00 9,675
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Mechanics @ 9% 1.00 23,832.00 23,832
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 440 440
Copy/Printer Paper 2.00 45.00 90
General Office Supplies 1.00 50.00 50
Printer Supplies 1.00 300.00 300
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 1,400 1,400
OSHA required safety shoes 4.00 200.00 800
Protective equipment for steam cleaning 1.00 200.00 200
Protective Eyewear for welding, cutting & grinding 1.00 300.00 300
Rubber & Regular work gloves 1.00 100.00 100
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 1,150 1,150
Paper towels, toilet paper, soaps & cleaning supplies 1.00 1,150.00 1,150
42341 - FLEET REPAIR & MAINT SUPPLIES 25,000 25,000
Shop supplies, oils & lubricants, nuts, bolts, welding & grinding supplies, etc. 1.00 25,000.00 25,000
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 225 225
Motor Transport Association membership 1.00 225.00 225
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 1,050 1,050
OSHA required audiograms 4.00 55.00 220
Random Drug Testing 4.00 110.00 440
CDL physicals 3.00 130.00 390
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 15,601 15,601
Annual Cummings Software Update 1.00 800.00 800
Annual Domestic Vehicle Diagonstic Software Update 1.00 625.00 625
Annual fire alarm and fire extinguisher inspections 1.00 250.00 250
Annual monitoring - Security & Fire Alarm 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Annual Navistar software update 1.00 1,400.00 1,400
Annual Overhead Hoist Inspection 3.00 270.00 810
Annual Pressure Washer Service 1.00 650.00 650
Annual MTC software maintenance fee 1.00 600.00 600
Annual Service of propane heating units 3.00 175.00 525
Annual Tire Pressure monitoring update 1.00 400.00 400
Annual vehicle lift inspection 2.00 135.00 270
Annual vehicle repair (not diagnostic) software update 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Boiler inspection (due March 2025) 1.00 80.00 80
Fire extinguisher testing/replacement (not inspection) 1.00 600.00 600
Internet 12.00 162.00 1,944
Oil Filter Removal 2.00 110.00 220
Oxgen, Acetylene & Welding Gas bottle lease 1.00 312.00 312
Overhead door service/repair 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Parts washer service 4.00 370.00 1,480
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
Waste gas removal 1.00 275.00 275
Cloud Management of Fuel Management Software 1.00 360.00 360
monitoring system
44238 - UNIFORM RENTALS 2,600 2,600
Uniforms and cloth wipers 1.00 2,600.00 2,600
45216 - TELEPHONE 480 480
Annual cost for Fleet Supervisor cell phone 12.00 40.00 480
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 6,996 6,996
Propane - Town Garage 3,400.00 1.59 5,406
Propane - Wash Bay 1,000.00 1.59 1,590
45622 - ELECTRICITY 18,189 18,189
Electricity - Town Garage complex 1.00 18,189.00 18,189
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 2,000 2,000
Maintenance, testing and repairs - Fuel management & delivery systems 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 4,500 4,500
Maintain Interior/Exterior - Town Garage, Salt Shed, Wash Bay 1.00 4,500.00 4,500
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 3,000 3,000
Vehicle & Equipment Repairs for Fleet 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 2,914 2,914
Unleaded gasoline - Water Department 1,000.00 2.48 2,480
Unleaded gasoline - Fleet 75.00 2.48 186
Diesel Fuel - Fleet 100.00 2.48 248
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
48417 - BLDG & GROUNDS IMPROVEMENTS 425,000 (425,000) 0
Generator & Electrical Service Replacement over 35 years old 1.00 100,000.00 100,000
Town Garage Roof Leak Repairs 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
Exterior painting of the garage 1.00 9,000.00 9,000
42' wide X 96' long storage hoop house to increase the life of or equipment 1.00 40,000.00 40,000
Replacement of the last 30 yeaer old rooftop heating unit 1.00 22,000.00 22,000
Replacement of corroded beams over all the windows in frontt of thte town garage 1.00 250,000.00 250,000
TOTAL FLEET SERVICES 955,324 (425,000) 530,324
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FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works - Division of Grounds
Mission
Provide safe and beautiful athletic fields and outdoor public spaces for the residents and
families of Colchester.
Description
Grounds is a division of Colchester’s Public Works Department that works out of the Colchester
Recreation Complex. The Grounds department maintains over 100 Acres of Athletic Fields and
Open Space and 2 miles of walking paths in Colchester’s various Parks, schools, and municipal
buildings. In the winter, grounds plows parking lots and clears sidewalks at Colchester’s
municipal buildings.
Staffing
Grounds Supervisor (full time).
Maintainer III (full time x 2).
Maintainer I (full time x 3).
Grounds Maintainer (PT x 3)
2025 – 2026 Accomplishments
• Mowing and weed whacking at all town properties and schools.
• Clearing all town parking lots and town owned sidewalks of ice and snow.
• Implementation of fertilizer program at all town properties and schools.
• Continual turfgrass management practices at the RecPlex and school fields.
• Maintained town bathrooms and trash receptacles at RecPlex and Town Green.
• Install and maintain the Christmas lights and walking path arches during the holiday
season, including new lights on the Town Green Christmas Tree.
• Coordination of splash pad repairs during the summer.
• Coordination & Monitoring of the APRA funded Irrigation Project.
• Maintain proper impact surfacing with playground mulch at the RecPlex, CES and JJIS.
• Landscaping and spreading of Topsoil at the walking path on the Town Green.
• Utilized a rental windstorm for fall leaf maintenance of airline trails, schools and Town
Hall.
• Maintained athletic fields, bathrooms, trash during Statewide soccer and lacrosse
tournaments.
• Constructed and installed three walking bridges within trail system at Cohen Park.
• Fabrication and painting of new voting signs.
• Continue support with highway, fleet, and facilities.
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• Worked with members of the Giving Garden for the removal of old planting beds and
unwanted tress.
• Hired three part time grounds maintainers for the summer months.
• Repaired washouts and damage to the R5/R8 stairs.
• Installed retention basin at Recplex to catch rainwater runoff.
• Removed fallen trees and debris to reopen stairs from the airline trail to the dog park.
• Improved drainage on the airline trail to reduce washouts.
• Provided leaf removal in the fall from all town locations.
• Installed new flag pole on field R7 at RecPlex.
• Performed hollow tine aeration on atheltic fields to promote decompaction.
• Lined all athletic fields for the various sports seasons.
• Assisted with the repair of walking path at RecPlex and groomed it for smoother surface.
• Performed stump removal at Town Hall property.
• Removed undesirable plantings from new guardrail at RecPlex for improved aesthetics.
• Continuously performed infield skin maintenance on all town owned ballfields
• Repainted Company 1 firehouse second floor.
• Paved vehicle access ramp at RecPlex for easier emergency vehicle access.
• Maintained vegetation growth at Cohen Park with brush mower.
• Cut back overgrowth on Airline Trail to reduce impediments to those utilizing the trail.
• Cut and split wood for Holiday Homecoming and Freezin’ for a Reason.
• Set up Town Green for Parks and Recreation activities including concerts on the green
and Holiday Homecoming, etc…
• Spread mulch at Sablitz Open Space property.
• Fixed significant bare patch on Town Green through intense seed aeravation.
• Performed scheduled playground maintenance work to ensure playground passes
required safety criteria.
• Repaired wood around gazebo on Town Green.
• Installed new ornamental plantings and mulch at town green gazebo and municipal
buildings.
• Repainted all RecPlex buildings including bathrooms.
• Assisted facilities maintainer in making remediations to town hall including the stairwell,
bathrooms, water fountains.
• Planted inaugural Sugar Maple tree at Norton Park.
2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Perform additional maintenance and placing of amendments at the RecPlex as
recommended by field feasibility Study.
• Maintain sand topdressing initiative. Place 1/8” - 1/2” of sand on RecPlex fields annually to
level grade and improve drainage as recommended by Field Maintenance Plan.
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• Purchase solid tine aerator to allow for in-season aeration events without disruption to
sporting leagues.
• Increase solid tine aeration effort from twice a year to five times a year to reduce
compaction of RecPlex fields and improve drainage recommended by Field Maintenance
Plan.
• Maintain and optimize irrigation system at RecPlex in tandem with drought prevention
additive recommended by Field Maintenance Plan.
• Maintain mowing schedule of twice a week at RecPlex as recommended by Field
Maintenance Plan.
• Continue fence line maintenance to prevent weeds from growing into fence lines
• Explore environmentally friendly weed removal methods for fence lines and parking lot
curbs.
• Increase infield maintenance frequency to a minimum interval of twice a week during
sport season.
• Aerate athletic fields once a month from March to November.
• Increase infield lip maintenance to once a month from March to November.
• Continue labor support of Recreation department events and sports league tournaments.
• Continue grounds maintenance, refuse clean up, and bathroom cleaning at the RecPlex
and other municipal open spaces and parks.
• Laser Grade diamond sports fields at Cody Camp to reduce safety risks and to improve
drainage.
• Install positive protection barrier to restrict vehicles from playground to R6
• Participate in Pollinator Pathways programs to increase native biodiversity reduce hand
mowing manhours.
• Test the success of one low maintenance natural turf at one non-athletic surface within
town to reduce maintenance.
• Begin planning stage to revitalize small pond and surrounding area on R8 commuter lot.
• Install wooden posts and metal chain at Town Green vehicle entrance to reduce unwanted
vehicle traffic and damage to town green.
• Begin work on walking path from Town Hall to Hayward Avenue to provide additional off-
site parking for events on Town Green.
• Assist in the planning and installation of ornamental plantings at Norton Park.
• Coordinate with the “Giving Garden” to provide labor in removing and installing new
garden fence posts.
• Continue revitalization efforts at Cohen Park by performing routine groundwork and
installing picnic tables to encourage use of the park and amenities.
• Coordinate installation of lacrosse backstop at RecPlex.
• Assist Water & Sewer Department with brush clearing to gain access to water easements.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 268,309 333,607 388,913 421,384
Overtime 39,900 11,443 9,500 11,000
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 0 42,003 53,568 56,160
Employee Related Insurances 1,229 1,324 1,580 1,435
FICA & Retirement 40,680 54,797 65,274 75,182
Safety Equipment 1,281 3,961 2,200 2,200
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 2,953 3,080 3,000 5,000
Grounds Maintenance Supplies 17,295 128,267 143,230 144,606
Other Purchased Supplies 4,076 7,084 7,000 7,350
Mileage, Training & Meetings 1,390 9,307 2,300 2,850
Professional Services 26,052 19,181 5,870 20,500
Service Contracts 10,420 22,576 10,600 6,543
Equipment Rental 300 564 2,500 6,000
Uniform Rental 2,583 1,583 2,940 2,808
Telephone 3,175 1,812 3,384 2,232
Fuel & Heating 553 992 1,000 1,600
Water & Sewer 0 0 0 0
Electricity 17,994 19,615 25,000 20,796
Equipment Repairs 5 2,466 1,200 500
Building Repairs 25,191 34,290 7,500 8,000
Other Repairs 508 2,884 1,500 1,000
Vehicle Maintenance 35,095 34,305 35,000 30,000
Vehicle Fuel 16,446 17,860 18,824 17,112
TOTAL 515,435 753,001 791,883 844,258
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13203 - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 421,384 421,384
Grounds Working Supervisor 1.00 85,253.00 85,253
Grounds Maintainer 3 1.00 71,702.00 71,702
Grounds Maintainer 3 1.00 71,702.00 71,702
Grounds Maintainer 2 1.00 63,809.00 63,809
Grounds Maintainer 2 1.00 63,809.00 63,809
Grounds Maintainer 2 1.00 63,809.00 63,809
Longevity 1.00 1,300.00 1,300
40103 - OVERTIME 11,000 11,000
Overtime 1.00 11,000.00 11,000
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 56,160 56,160
Seasonal Grounds Maintainers (3 positions) 3.00 18,720.00 56,160
April - October
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INS. 1,435 1,435
Life/AD&D insurance 1.00 702.00 702
Long Term Disability insurance 1.00 733.00 733
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 75,182 75,182
FICA/Medicare 1.00 33,077.00 33,077
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Grounds Maintenance Crew @ 9% 1.00 37,808.00 37,808
FICA/Medicare Seasonal Grounds Maintainers (3 positions) April-Oct 1.00 4,297.00 4,297
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 2,200 2,200
Safety shoes 6.00 200.00 1,200
Gloves (work, latex & winter), eye protection, hardhats, safety vests etc. 1.00 600.00 600
Replace chaps - 2 per year 2.00 200.00 400
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 5,000 5,000
Custodial supplies for restrooms at RecPlex & 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Grounds Maintenance Building
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42334 - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 144,606 144,606
Pavement line paint, Infield clay mix, topsoil, fertilizer, bark mulch 1.00 35,426.00 35,426
Park & Town Facilities
RecPlex and Town Facility Annual Overseedig Program. RecPlex & Cody Camp: 1.00 53,280.00 53,280
1 Spring Rye overseed, 1 Fall heavy 50/50 overseed, 1 50/50 dormancy overseed
Town Green 1 Fall 50/50 overseed
RecPlex & Town Green Fertilizer Program 1.00 20,000.00 20,000
RecPlex Bio Stimulus Program 1.00 26,900.00 26,900
Field Irrigation 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Playground Maintenance 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
Playground Inspection 1.00 500.00 500
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 7,350 7,350
Fuel mix oil, flags, lubricants, trimmer, string, various hand tools 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
small power tools, miscellaneous items
Unscheduled overtime meal money (not for snow) 1.00 350.00 350
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 10,850 (8,000) 2,850
Grounds maintenance crew training Uconn Ornamental & Turf, Tom Irwin 1.00 10,850.00 10,850
Professional Development, DEEP Supervisory Pesticide Applicator, CRPA
Playground Safety Certification & CPSI Exam, Annual Uconn Turf Mgmt Field Day
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 30,750 20,500
Electrical services - minor repairs for lights, gazebo, Town Green, etc. 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Locksmith services 1.00 250.00 250 (250)
Fence Repairs - Annual 1.00 10,000.00 10,000
Existing Irrigation system repairs and winterization 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Aerial lift truck for sports lighting bulb replacement 10.00 1,000.00 10,000 (10,000)
Pre-employment physicals and hearing tests 9.00 130.00 1,170
CCM Drug Testing Consortium 3.00 110.00 330
Asset Management/Work Order/GIS Software 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 6,543 6,543
Heater/Boiler inspection - Maintenance building 1.00 240.00 240
Skylogix annual service agreement - sports lighting 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Port-o-let Rental Town Green and Ruby Cohen - 2 HC 1 Standard 9.00 367.00 3,303
9 month coverage
1 Application of Quinclorac & Pylex in last week of June, Fertilizer 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
44237 - EQUIPMENT RENTAL 6,000 6,000
Stand on Blower Rental - Fall 1.00 2,300.00 2,300
Large Stump grinder - 2 weeks 2.00 1,100.00 2,200
Topdresser repair risk 1.00 500.00 500
Sod Cutter - 2 weeks 2.00 500.00 1,000
44238 - UNIFORM RENTALS 2,808 2,808
Grounds Maintenance Crew uniforms 52.00 54.00 2,808
45216 - TELEPHONE 2,232 2,232
Cell Phone - PW Supervisor - monthly charges 12.00 50.00 600
Comcast - WiFi for internet and camera system at spray park & 12.00 136.00 1,632
Grounds Maintenance Building
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 1,600 1,600
Parks Garage - Propane 1.00 1,600.00 1,600
45622 - ELECTRICITY 20,796 20,796
RecPlex sports lighting, Town Green, Grounds Garage, Concession Stand 1.00 20,796.00 20,796
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 500 500
General repairs on Parks equipment 1.00 500.00 500
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 8,000 8,000
General Building repairs, bathroom repairs, Pavilion, splashpad 1.00 8,000.00 8,000
46229 - OTHER REPAIR SERVICES 1,000 1,000
Repairs for picnic tables, bleachers, batting cages, miscellaneous 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
equipment, fountains, etc (not buildings)
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 30,000 30,000
Vehicle and large equipment repairs 1.00 30,000.00 30,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 17,112 17,112
Unleaded gasoline 5,500.00 2.48 13,640
Diesel Fuel 1,400.00 2.48 3,472
TOTAL GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 862,508 (18,250) 844,258
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works – Snow Removal
Mission
During the Winter Season, Snow and Ice removal from Town Roads, Board of Education and
Town Properties, is conducted by Town Staff, Board of Education Employees, and Private
Contractors. The effort is one of the mission critical duties of the Department and Town. The
Department organizes staff and contractors to efficiently provide these services to minimize
inconvenience and maintain school operations, public services and private transportation
throughout the Town.
Description
The Town work forces, along with contractors, conducted Snow Removal and De-icing of 108.15
miles of paved roads and 8.75 miles of unpaved roads, all town facilities parking areas and
sidewalks, all school parking areas and sidewalks, and all sidewalks that are adjacent to town
owned properties throughout Colchester.
Staffing
Full Staffing of the Highway Division, Grounds Maintenance Division, Transfer Station Division, 2
Privately Contracted Road plow routes, and one privately contracted School Parking Lot
contractor. The equipment maintenance-repair and personnel are augmented by staff at the
Fleet Maintenance Division and the Sewer and Water Department when necessary.
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2025 – 2026 Accomplishments
• Responded to several Snow-Icing Events through spring.
• Trained new staff for additional road routes.
• Continued one source De-Icing Material between BOE and Town Facilities.
• Secured Bulk Treated Road Salt Contract to ensure deliveries.
• Re-marked and identified all sidewalk clearing responsibilities of the Town (i.e. adjacent
to open space properties of Town within new subdivisions).
• Continued School Parking Lot Contracted services.
2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Continue to identify route specific issues that enhance public satisfaction levels.
• Continue training staff on proper plowing techniques to reduce damage repair needed in spring.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
SNOW REMOVAL
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Overtime 102,769 114,000 135,000 150,000
FICA 7,730 8,375 10,328 11,475
Sand & Salt Supplies 183,497 196,796 199,220 274,000
Other Purchased Supplies 4,449 10,300 12,300 30,300
Professional Services 140,855 141,160 203,000 197,000
TOTAL 439,300 470,631 559,848 662,775
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13204 - SNOW REMOVAL
40103 - OVERTIME 150,000 150,000
Town Crew - snow removal 1.00 150,000.00 150,000
41230 - FICA 11,475 11,475
FICA/Medicare 1.00 11,475.00 11,475
42333 - SAND SALT GRAVEL 274,000 274,000
Sand - 150 tons 150.00 34.00 5,100
Treated Salt - 1,900 tons 1,900.00 139.00 264,100
Icemelt for sidewalks - 12 pallets 12.00 400.00 4,800
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 30,300 30,300
Mail boxes and posts 30.00 55.00 1,650
Plow blades 5.00 4,000.00 20,000
Meals for town crew during snow events 1.00 7,000.00 7,000
Tools for snow removal - shovels, spreaders, grade steaks 1.00 1,650.00 1,650
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 197,000 197,000
Contracted truck routes, emergency loaders, sanders and drivers 1.00 90,000.00 90,000
Town Roads 2 Routes
School parking lots 1.00 107,000.00 107,000
TOTAL SNOW REMOVAL 662,775 0 662,775
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FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works - Division of Facilities
Mission
To maintain aesthetics and functionality of municipal buildings and building equipment. To
monitor and facilitate capital projects and contracted work on Town buildings.
Description
Facilities is a division of Colchester’s Public Works Department that works out of the Colchester
Town Hall. The Facilities Department maintains over 11 municipal buildings and many
outbuildings. During the winter the Facilities Maintainer operates a F-550 plow route.
Staffing
Facilities Maintainer (full time).
2024 – 2025 Accomplishments
• Monitored the lead and asbestos testing, construction of a portico, and replacement of
the front porch at the Youth Center.
• Performed a full recoat of the recreation buildings at the RecPlex
• Brought concession stand at the RecPlex up to code for its tenants
• Maintained Recplex bathrooms to pass heath inspection, performed snaking of sewer
drain on clogs
• Serviced traps and sinks in multiple town buildings
• Raise and Lowered flags at municipal buildings per state direction
• Replaced multiple burnt out bulbs, stained ceiling tiles, and HVAC filters at municipal
buildings.
• Resealed and performed temporary sheet metal repairs on Town Hall HVAC Cooling
tower.
• Monitored and was present for construction of new Senior Center
• Prepped bathroom buildings at Recplex and Splashpad for Paint
• Repeatedly restarted tripping furnaces in Town Hall and Fire Department throughout
winter
• Full paint of 4 bathrooms and break room, replaced batteries on emergency exit lighting
and signs, supervised replacement of lock cylinders, and temporary repair of HVAC
cooling tower at Town Hall
• Regular Exterior inspection of Town Hall and improvement of its exterior aesthetic.
• Assisting in the moving and disposal of furniture in Town buildings
• Assisting in the setup and moving of furniture at Town Hall for public events
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• Coordinated repairs for security camera system at Town Hall, RecPlex, Town Garage,
and Transfer Station
• Responded to Security Alarm calls for Town buildings.
• Repainted Town Hall Sign
• Solicited bids on Natural Gas boiler at the Town Hall for Natural Gas conversion
• Learned additional plow routes to better cover highway department or contractor absences.
• Followed up with contractors who performed work for the town to get infrastructure repaired
under warranty
• Moved multiple departments to accommodate staffing need. Moved the youth center into the
senior to accommodate the repair on the youth center.
• Attended professional development training sessions to become OSHA 10 Certified and a Certified
Flagger. Assisted highway in the flagging on the summer paving projects.
• Painted architectural lighting poles on merchant’s row downtown.
• Managed contractor to install a new rooftop HVAC unit at Cragin library.
• Manage contractor who replaced nearly 300ft wooden guiderail at the library
• Perform monthly fire extinguishers and exit signs in each town building.
• Solicited quotes for repair of town buildings.
• Replaced hinges on worn-out doors at Town Hall
• Organized fire drill as part of our role in the Health and Safety Committee
• Coordinated emergency oil delivery at the Fire Department and fixed a heating oil leak.
• Coordinated the replacement the heat pump in the parks and rec office
• Developed a policy and trained other Town employees on proper lockout tagout procedures for
electrical repairs.
• Installed and setup the EV vehicle charger at Town Hall
• Seal/repair multiple leaking and failed window panes at town hall.
• Repair first floor water fountain at town hall
2025 – 2026 Objectives
• Continue to convert lights to LED as needed when replacement is required
• Continue to service sinks, HVAC filters, and ceiling tiles in municipal buildings
• Continue to operate flags per state direction for municipal buildings
• Continue to assist in moving furniture for public events at Town Hall
• Continue to repair the buildings as they break
• Continue to respond to security alarms
• Continue to repair HVAC system at Town Hall
• Paint outbuildings, scoreboards, and signage at the RecPlex
• Facia board replacement/sealing and heating thermostat replacement at Water Department
buildings
• Move Water Department supply shed electrical panel indoors.
• Clean the building and paint the front deck at the Youth Center.
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• Sealing and painting, replacement of broken seal windows at Town hall.
• Replacement of rotten metal doors and frames at Town hall.
• Replace the broken window at Library.
• Paint parking lines at Town building/space parking lots.
• Paint wooden signs and wooden guiderails around town.
• Install Bottle Fill water fountain at the RecPlex.
• Replace rotted doors at the RecPlex.
• Replace the roof on the R8 building.
• Monitor and manage the abatement/construction at the youth center and VFW buildings.
• Maintaining and tracking warrantees on new senior center building.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
FACILITIES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 62,285 79,201 91,043 95,777
Overtime 2,065 2,908 2,500 3,500
Employee Related Insurances 129 229 264 239
FICA & Retirement 6,309 10,821 13,491 14,272
Safety Equipment 145 263 600 630
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 6,723 2,987 6,000 6,000
Paint & Paint Supplies 770 470 1,500 1,500
Mileage, Training & Meetings 0 250 250 500
Professional Services 4,336 3,000 2,100 5,000
Service Contracts 12,782 8,537 19,280 16,800
Uniform Rentals 0 395 364 390
Telephone 17,356 17,526 6,480 14,820
Fuel & Heating 8,703 10,981 10,982 9,196
Electricity 41,718 50,322 59,500 65,415
Building Repairs 29,904 42,721 24,000 23,000
Vehicle Maintenance 0 186 1,000 3,000
Vehicle Fuel 0 1,772 1,768 1,612
TOTAL 193,225 232,569 241,122 261,651
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13205 - FACILITIES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 95,777 95,777
Part-time Custodian - Senior Center & Youth Services Center (19.5 hrs/week) 1.00 17,915.00 17,915
Part-time Custodian - Fire Department - (4 hrs/week) 1.00 3,675.00 3,675
Facility Maintainer (reallocated from Grounds Maintenance budget) 1.00 74,187.00 74,187
40103 - OVERTIME 3,500 3,500
Overtime 1.00 3,500.00 3,500
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 239 239
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 117.00 117
Long-term Disability Insurance 1.00 122.00 122
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 14,272 14,272
FICA/Medicare 1.00 7,595.00 7,595
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan -Facilities Manager @ 9% 1.00 6,677.00 6,677
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 630 630
Safety shoes 1 employee per contract 1.00 200.00 200
Rain Gear - OSHA eflective 1.00 85.00 85
Gloves summer per contract 6.00 5.00 30
Gloves wnter 2 pair each per contract 2.00 20.00 40
Forestry hard hat/visor replacement 1.00 120.00 120
Eye protection 1.00 15.00 15
Coverall replacements 1.00 100.00 100
Safety traffic vests OSHA 1.00 40.00 40
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 6,000 6,000
Paper goods and general cleaning supplies for Town Hall 1.00 6,000.00 6,000
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42332 - PAINT & PAINT SUPPLIES 1,500 1,500
Paint & general painting - repair supplies 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 500 500
OSHA Training, mileage, professional development 1.00 500.00 500
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 5,000 5,000
Town Hall Building services 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
Asset Management/Work order/GIS Software 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 22,800 16,800
Security System Monitoring - Town Hall 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
Elevator inspection and service - Town Hall 1.00 900.00 900
Emergency Generator annual service and repair - Town Hall 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Heating/cooling system maintenance - Town Hall 1.00 500.00 500
Sprinkler system inspection and service - Town Hall 4.00 100.00 400
Exterminating services, pest control - Town Hall 4.00 500.00 2,000
Estimate for repairs outside of annual service - Town Hall 1.00 14,000.00 14,000 (6,000)
44238 - UNIFORM RENTALS
Uniform Rentals - Facilities 52.00 7.50 390 390 390
45216 - TELEPHONE 14,820 14,820
Comcast Business 12.00 600.00 7,200
CEN Internet/ VoIP - monthly charges 4.00 1,500.00 6,000
Frontier 12.00 135.00 1,620
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 9,196 9,196
Heating oil - Town Hall 3,800.00 2.42 9,196
45622 - ELECTRICITY 65,415 65,415
Electricity - Town Hall 1.00 65,415.00 65,415
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 28,000 23,000
General building repairs - contracted services - Town Hall 1.00 24,000.00 24,000 (5,000)
American POW and CT Flags for public spaces 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Tools for Facility maintenance 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 3,000 3,000
Vehicle repair parts 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 1,612 1,612
Unleaded gasoline 650.00 2.48 1,612
TOTAL FACILITIES 272,651 (11,000) 261,651
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FY 2026 - 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Public Works – Division of Engineering
Mission
To sustain and improve the quality of life for the Town’s residents by guiding site development
to yield safe and adequate access with minimal environmental impacts to the Town’s natural
resources and to promote necessary municipal infrastructure improvements to support future
growth.
Description
The Town Engineer is a licensed professional engineer who provides technical support to the
various land use commissions, town departments and governing boards on matters such as site
development and subdivision design as well as issues relating to municipal infrastructure
maintenance and improvements. The Town Engineer also performs construction inspection for
public improvements associated with new site development and new subdivision roads as well
as town owned/funded road and infrastructure improvements. The Town Engineer has
extensive interaction with the Code Administration Department and the Public Works
Department.
Staffing
Town Engineer (full time)
Administrative Assistant (for Planning & Code Administration department)
2025- 2026 Accomplishments
• Update State DOT TAR town road map.
• Issued 20 roadwork permits and 25 driveway permits from Jan. 1,2025 to December 31, 2025.
• Performed construction inspection for new residential subdivision road, Jordan Lane off Cabin
Road, Norton Park Phase 1 off Paper Mill Rd., Commercial development at 131 Linwood Ave.,
Multi-family development at 91 Lake Hayward Rd. phase 1, Commercial development at 200
Lebanon Ave., Lebanon Avenue Streetscape Improvements phase 3 (funded by $1,068,196
LOTCIP Grant), Parking lot and sidewalk reconstruction at 5 Old Hartford Road Gas Station,
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• Worked with PWD to investigate/resolve drainage issues at 58 Pine Brook Rd, 74 Van Cedarfield
Rd, and 51 Hayward Ave.
• Worked with PWD to repair/replace pedestrian bridge within sidewalk area on Norwich Avenue.
• Assisted PWD in securing replacement light head for Solar street light damaged by vehicle
accident and with information needed for insurance claim.
• Asssisted PWD and its contractor with field location/delineation of Town Owned stormwater
detention basins for removal of vegetation and maintenance activities.
• Submitted requests to DOT/STC traffic division to review several traffic safety issues including:
Encroachment Permit application for Speed Feedback Signs on State Routes 16 and 354,
Intersection safety issues along State Route 16 Corridor, Intersection safety issues at Parum
Road/Route 354/Lake Hayward Road intersection, Review of possible left turn signal at Route 16
and Kmick Lane intersection (proposed lead green arrow signal for eastbound traffic on Route
16 turning left onto Kmick Lane), Review of malfunctioning audible pedestrian crosswalk signal
at front of Old Bacon Academy at intersection of South Main Street with Norwich Avenue.
• Performed plan reviews for proposed 30 Unit Multi-Family development at 124 Halls Hill Rd.,
Proposed Multi-Family development at 203 Amston Road, Proposed Multi-Family development
at 31 Parum Road/Route 354, South Woods Subdivisions Section A and Section B off of Taylor
Road, Proposed improvements to Bacon Academy sports Fields/drainage, Proposed Multi-
Family Development on Wall Street, Potential Commercial Development access for 10 West
Road and Proposed O’Reilly Auto Parts Store at 43 Broadway.
• As the town’s Legal Traffic Authority representative, reviewed and approved requests for
various running, cycling and or motorcycling events with planned routes traversing Colchester.
Also, investigated traffic safety issues at Broadway /Amston Road intersection for possible left
turn lead arrow as requested by Town resident. Assisted PWD with field placement of speed
feedback signs to collect data while possibly helping to reduce vehicle speeds. Field
investigation of sightline issues at Route 16/Miles Standish Road and at Route 16/Standish Road.
• Worked with SECOG and it’s consultant BETA to review and assess road safety issues in
Colchester and on a Regional Basis including other towns as a member of the SECOG Vision Zero
Task Force.
• Worked with Town Staff and Town Grant Consultant to prepare sidewalk improvement cost
estimates for LOTCIP Grant application for Norwich Avenue (from Johnston Middle School
access drive to South Main Street/Route 85) and Chestnut Hill Road area.
• Assisted Town Design consultant Barton & Loguidice with final plan development for Lebanon
Avenue/Mill Street/Airline Trail signage, pavement and sidewalk improvement project in
accordance with a project Grant secured by the Town.
• Prepared cost estimate for potential formal paved road improvements to gravel section of
Prospect Hill Road.
• Field reviewed design/layout/potential construction method of pedestrian trail linking Town Hall
site with Town Green site for possible installation by Town PWD.
• Researched Drainage Easement language/responsibility issues for Hayward West Subdivision
H.O.A. at their request.
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2026 - 2027 Objectives
• Update State DOT TAR map
• Perform construction inspection and or project administration for: Multi-family apartments at
203 Amston Rd./Rte. 85, 30 Unit Multi-Family apartments at 124 Halls Hill Rd., Future phases of
195 Unit Multi-Family apartments at 91 Lake Hayward Rd., Multi-Family Development at 31
Parum Rd./Rte. 354, Lebanon Avenue/Mill Street/Airline Trail signage, pavement and sidewalk
improvement project and Multi-Family Development on Wall Street.
• Assist Planning Dept. and Town’s Design Consultant as needed with Grant applications for future
Streetscape Improvement projects.
• Assist Public Works Department with pavement management issues.
• Perform plan reviews for new development proposals as they are submitted.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
ENGINEERING
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 109,658 112,925 116,290 119,757
Employee Related Insurances 339 571 380 356
FICA & Retirement 16,539 17,036 19,295 19,872
Copier 0 0 0 0
Mileage, Training & Meetings 187 226 500 500
Professional Memberships 581 586 586 596
Vehicle Maintenance 0 0 600 600
Vehicle Fuel 0 743 816 800
TOTAL 127,304 132,087 138,467 142,481
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST
13301 - ENGINEERING
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 119,757
Town Engineer 1.00 119,007.00 119,007
Longevity 1.00 750.00 750
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 356
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 234.00 234
Long Term Disability Insurance 1.00 122.00 122
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 19,872
FICA/Medicare 1.00 9,161.00 9,161
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan @ 9% 1.00 10,711.00 10,711
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 500
Inspections, meetings, & workshops 1.00 500.00 500
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 596
Membership dues - ASCE 1.00 311.00 311
State of CT license fees - Professional Engineer 1.00 285.00 285
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 600
Vehicle repairs - tires & brakes 1.00 600.00 600
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 800
Unleaded gasoline 322.50 2.48 800
TOTAL ENGINEERING 142,481
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department : Public Works - Division of Transfer Station
Mission:
To provide Town residents a legal, sanitary means for disposal of all their waste materials
Description:
The Colchester Transfer Station provides an alternative option to individually contracted
curbside collection services as well as disposal options not typically included the curbside
services. The Transfer Station also acts as the first Debris stockpile/disposal site for the Town
and residents following extreme weather events. The Division also funds the Household
Hazardous Waste Collection events available to Colchester residents in coordination with
SCRRRA annually.
The responsibility of the staff is to reduce disposal costs by monitoring market trends and
attempt to gain the lowest disposal cost and highest credits for all disposed products and
materials. Work with the Regional Recycling Association to increase recycling percentages and
to increase services offered to the residents of Colchester.
Staff:
Transfer Station Operator – 2 days (shared FTE with Fleet Division)
Transfer Station Equipment Operator – 2 days (shared FTE with Highway Division)
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2025 - 2026 Accomplishments
• Installed cameras to help with ongoing scavenging issues.
• Ordered and installed updated additional signage.
• Continued to make safety upgrades per OSHA regulations.
• Updated the electrical supply to the Transfer Station.
• Implemented recycling program to turn bags into benches in collaboration with local
Lions club.
Measures (January 1 – December 31) 2023 2024 2025
• Waste Handled (tons): 1596.26 1650
2026 – 2027 Objectives
• Continue to research and possibly implement new payment system (to possibly include
credit card, sticker system and compactors).
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PROPOSED BUDGET
TRANSFER STATION
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 57,995 103,164 124,800 138,826
Overtime 14,591 5,802 3,100 3,100
Employee Related Insurances 375 378 527 478
FICA & Retirement 6,432 13,617 21,016 23,351
Office Supplies 0 0 1,200 1,200
Safety Equipment 14 215 800 600
Other Purchased Supplies 32 5,951 3,306 3,306
Transportation 223,202 233,397 235,000 306,550
Mileage, Training & Meetings 244 487 900 900
Professional Services 27,370 48,943 52,870 59,540
Service Contracts 1,305 1,305 2,910 1,620
Uniform Rental 892 1,869 1,300 1,560
Landfill Operation 800 800 1,000 1,000
Telephone 3,029 1,722 1,680 2,400
Electricity 1,825 2,066 2,250 3,806
Building Repairs 0 896 1,000 1,000
Household Hazardous Waste Disposal 0 22,277 5,000 15,000
Vehicle Maintenance 4,646 4,490 6,000 6,000
Vehicle Fuel 3,925 3,446 3,312 2,976
TOTAL 346,677 450,825 467,971 573,213
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
13601- TRANSFER STATION
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 138,826 138,826
Transfer Station Operator 1.00 69,413.00 69,413
Transfer Station Equipment Operator 1.00 69,413.00 69,413
40103 - OVERTIME 3,100 3,100
Overtime 1.00 3,100.00 3,100
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 478 478
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 234.00 234
Long Term Disability 1.00 244.00 244
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 23,351 23,351
FICA/Medicare 1.00 10,857.00 10,857
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan @ 9% 1.00 12,494.00 12,494
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,200 1,200
Miscellaneous office supplies, register/POS equipment 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
42323 - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & SAFETY EQUIPMENT 600 600
Safety boots 2.00 200.00 400
PPE Face shields, gloves, aprons 1 200 200
42340 - OTHER PURCHASED SUPPLIES 3,306 3,306
Signage, covers, post repair, bases, warning 4.00 415.00 1,660
Hand tools - day to day maintenance 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
Paint & paint supplies 1.00 100.00 100
Sand, speed dry, spill kits, cements/patch for roads and pad 1.00 250.00 250
Ground supplies - seed, fertilizer, erosion control supplies 1.00 200.00 200
Bottled water 12.00 8.00 96
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
43212 - TRANSPORTATION 306,550 306,550
Monthly waste fees for Town facilities disposal & hauling of all 1.00 266,900.00 266,900
Transfer Station materials (MSW, recycling, bulky, C&D, tires,
waste oils, PCB testing)
Tire Disposal 12.00 500.00 6,000
Trash Dumpsters and pickup at Municipal Buildings 1.00 31,250.00 31,250
Quarterly pickup of oil & antifreeae 4.00 600.00 2,400
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 900 900
Training courses 2.00 250.00 500
Mileage 1.00 400.00 400
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 59,540 59,540
Quarterly ground water monitoring of former landfill site - required by DEEP 1.00 25,750.00 25,750
Contracted grinding services 1.00 28,000.00 28,000
CDL physicals 2.00 130.00 260
CDL drug & alcohol testing 2.00 110.00 220
Landfill contracted hillside mowing - former landfill 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
CCM Drug & Alcohol testing membership 2.00 50.00 100
Quarterly PCB testing and sampling of oil 4.00 150.00 600
Audiograms 2.00 55.00 110
Asset Management/Work Order/GIS Software 1.00 2,500.00 2,500
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 3,000 1,620
Portable restroom and servicing 12.00 135.00 1,620
Annual fire extinguisher services 2.00 90.00 180 (180)
Rodent and pest control 12.00 100.00 1,200 (1,200)
44238 - UNIFORM RENTALS 1,560 1,560
Uniform rentals - 2 employees 52.00 30.00 1,560
44259 - LANDFILL OPERATION 1,000 1,000
DEEP Transfer Station Operation 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
45216 - TELEPHONE 2,400 2,400
Monthly charges - Phone/DSL - credit card machine & camera system 12.00 200.00 2,400
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
45622 - ELECTRICITY 3,806 3,806
Electricity - Shed/Storage garage 1.00 3,806.00 3,806
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 1,000 1,000
Minor repairs to Transfer Station Buildiings - 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
storage areas, containers, lights
46228 - HOUSEHOLD HAZARD DISPOSAL 15,000 15,000
Household Hazardous Waste collection program 1.00 15,000.00 15,000
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 6,000 6,000
Backhoe repair, tires, hoses/hydraulics drivetrain, oil 1.00 6,000.00 6,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 2,976 2,976
Diesel gasoline 1,200.00 2.48 2,976
TOTAL TRANSFER STATION 574,593 (1,380) 573,213
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Community &
Human Services
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
Community & Human Services
Departments
• Youth & Social Services
• Health
• Community Agencies
• Cragin Memorial Library
• Recreation
• Senior Services
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Youth & Social Services
Mission
The Department of Youth & Social Services provides programs and services designed to
improve the quality of life for youth, families, and individuals so that they may reach their full
potential as healthy members of society.
Description
The Youth Service Bureau (YSB) provides programs to school aged youth during and after
school. Some of the programs we offer include drop-in Youth Center, support groups,
community service programs, leadership training, social and life skill development, parenting
classes, substance abuse education, and diversion programs. During the summer and over
school vacations, we offer a variety of cultural and recreational activities that provide our
young people with opportunities to participate in safe and supervised outings, try out new
experiences, and meet new people.
Our YSB programs are based on the Positive Youth Development model, which assumes that
when young people develop a sense of attachment and commitment to their families,
schools, peers, and communities, they will be less likely to engage in unhealthy behaviors. The
philosophy supporting a positive youth development model places value on young people
regardless of their situations and emphasizes their strengths and potential.
Our Social Service programs are designed to improve the well-being of individuals, families,
and the community. We assist individuals and families in meeting their basic needs while
maintaining the dignity and privacy of residents.
Staffing
• Director • Administrative/Program Coordinator
• Program Coordinators (2) • Youth Center Supervisors (3 PT, 2 grant-
• Social Services Coordinator funded)
• Prevention Coordinator (grant-funded) • Diversion Case Manager (PT, grant-funded)
Accomplishments
• Cleaned and beautified the interior of the old Senior Center for continued use by our
department while the Youth Center is under construction.
• The Youth Service Bureau provided after-school programs and services to hundreds of
kids this year. Each day after school, between 30 and 50 middle school kids attend
After 2, a safe and supervised after school option that offers free time, homework
time, and organized clubs and for middle school kids. In addition, the YSB provides
after-school curriculum-based groups for elementary students on most days serving
16-20 youth. Topics include: coping skills, managing emotions, Support groups and
more. Youth Services also hosts the Youth Action Council, a group of high school
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students who volunteer time to act as the youth component of the Youth First
prevention coalition.
• All summer field trips were filled – approximately 625 kids (duplicated, meaning one
kid may have gone on multiple trips) participated in 27 trips.
• The food bank served 125 households per month, on average.
• Brought back the Harlem Wizards game to Colchester, more than 400 tickets were
sold, making this a great fundraiser while providing an outstanding family event.
• The annual Resolution Run drew 140 registered runners and raised over $3,000 for our
Youth Services donation account to fund program scholarships, the youth leadership
award and larger purchases for the Youth Center, such as electronics and game tables.
• Our Youth Action Council started a lemonade stand and has raised nearly $2,000 to
date! This is an exciting opportunity that allows teens to raise money for out-of-state
prevention conferences.
Grants/Fundraising received:
Fundraising for Youth Services (Bake sales, Resolution Run, Wizards Game, $10,000
Lemonade Stand)
CDC Drug Free Community Grant Coalition Building and Prevention Programs $125,000
Local Prevention Council Grant Mental Health Promotion and Substance $4,155
Abuse Prevention
DCF JRB Grant Support kids in diversion programs $10,700
DCF YSB State Grants YSB Operations $33,736
CT SOR Opioid Mini grant Mental Health Promotion and Substance $5,000
Abuse Prevention
SE CT Community Foundation Endowment from Herden Fund for Social $45,700
Services and at-risk youth and families
FY 2026– 2027 Objectives
• We will kick off the 2026 school year back in the Youth Center, providing a clean and
safe space (indoors and out) with expanded square footage on the third floor.
• We will find a new location for the food bank and social services (within the Town
Hall) that best meets the needs of the department and the residents who utilize the
services.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 325,916 311,397 344,803 353,124
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 10,533 13,129 8,021 8,262
Employee Related Insurances 1,123 1,298 1,528 1,406
FICA & Retirement 42,396 42,599 57,916 59,320
Copier 1,471 1,779 1,740 1,860
Office Supplies 485 1,201 1,000 800
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 750 777 750 750
Mileage, Training & Meetings 605 1,058 1,200 800
Professional Memberships 575 695 695 660
Professional Services 483 780 600 500
Postage 445 114 600 300
Service Contracts 2,976 3,750 3,001 7,010
Printing & Publications 100 100 0 0
Telephone 3,915 4,108 4,920 4,860
Fuel & Heating 3,642 11,211 0 3,630
Electricity 2,781 4,926 8,400 6,000
Building Repairs 1,777 912 2,000 2,000
Vehicle Maintenance 213 1,357 2,000 2,000
Vehicle Fuel 1,647 1,915 1,632 1,488
Programs 2,564 9,398 0 0
TOTAL 404,397 412,504 440,806 454,770
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
14102 - YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 353,124 353,124
Youth & Social Services Director 1.00 98,701.00 98,701
Program Coordinator II (35 hrs/week) 1.00 64,731.00 64,731
Program Coordinator II (35 hrs/week) 1.00 64,731.00 64,731
Administrative Assistant & Program Coordinator (35 hrs/week) 1.00 59,030.00 59,030
Social Services Coordinator - (35 hrs/week) 1.00 64,731.00 64,731
Longevity 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 8,262 8,262
YSB Center Supervisor (3 hrs/day, 120 days) 1.00 8,262.00 8,262
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,406 1,406
Life/AD&D insurance 1.00 796.00 796
Long Term Disability insurance 1.00 610.00 610
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 59,320 59,320
FICA/Medicare 1.00 27,646.00 27,646
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Youth & Social Services Director @ 9% 1.00 8,883.00 8,883
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Program Coordinators, Social 1.00 22,791.00 22,791
42233 - COPIER 1,860 1,860
Copier lease 12.00 90.00 1,080
Per image charges 12.00 65.00 780
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,000 (200) 800
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 750 750
Custodial/maintenance supplies for the Youth Center 1.00 750.00 750
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 1,600 (800) 800
Registration fees - training & professional development 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
Mileage Reimbursement 1.00 400.00 400
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 660 660
CYSA Membership 1.00 540.00 540
CLASS Membership CT Local Administratiors of Social Services 1.00 120.00 120
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 750 (250) 500
Fees For Public Passenger Endorsement (DMV, physicals, background checks) 1.00 750.00 750
44217 - POSTAGE 600 (300) 300
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 7,010 7,010
Youth program registration software Jumbula 1.00 360.00 360
Social Services scheduling/database program Charity Tracker 1.00 1,300.00 1,300
Online Social Services order form program Jotform 1.00 210.00 210
Water cooler rental - Youth Center 1.00 120.00 120
Boiler & Hot Water Heater inspection and maintenance - Youth Center 1.00 80.00 80
Fire extinguisher inspection - Youth Center 1.00 120.00 120
Fire alarm annual testing and inspection - Youth Center 1.00 500.00 500
Fire alarm monitoring - Youth Center 1.00 600.00 600
Pest Control - Youth Center monthly 12.00 85.00 1,020
Testing of Air Quality and Lead annual 1.00 1,200.00 1,200
HVAX Technician cleaning and maintenance of HVAC system 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
45216 - TELEPHONE 4,860 4,860
Youth Center phone line for fire alarm monitoring 12.00 65.00 780
Youth Center phone & internet 12.00 300.00 3,600
Cell phone for trips and line for Youth Center-replaced land line 12.00 40.00 480
45221-FUEL/HEATING
Heating Oil - Youth Center 1,500.00 2.42 3,630 3,630 3,630
45622 - ELECTRIC 6,000 6,000
Electricity - Youth Center 12.00 500.00 6,000
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 6,000 2,000
Youth Center - plumbing, HVAC, general repairs 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
Repair Contingency 1.00 4,000.00 4,000 (4,000)
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & FUEL 2,000 2,000
Repairs and maintenance 1.00 2,000.00 2,000
46391 - FUEL 1,488 1,488
Unleaded gasoline 600.00 2.48 1,488
TOTAL YOUTH & SOCIAL SERVICES 460,320 (5,550) 454,770
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 – 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Health
Description
Colchester is a member of the Chatham Health District.
The Chatham Health District serves the Towns of Colchester, East Haddam, East Hampton,
Hebron, Marlborough and Portland, and provides public health programs in nine target areas:
1. Public Health Statistics
2. Health Education
3. Nutritional Services
4. Maternal and Child Health Services
5. Communicable and Chronic Disease Control
6. Environmental Health
7. Community Nursing
8. Emergency Medical Services Planning / Emergency Response Planning
9. Bio-Terrorism Planning
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PROPOSED BUDGET
HEALTH
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Chatham Health District 217,944 219,029 224,498 230,767
TOTAL 217,944 219,029 224,498 230,767
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
14201 - HEALTH
47260 - CHATHAM HEALTH DISTRICT 230,767 230,767
Per capita fees 1.00 230,767.00 230,767
TOTAL HEALTH 230,767 0 230,767
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 - 2027
Proposed Budget
Community Agencies
Description
Collaborative for Colchester’s Children (C3) – A partnership of parents, educators, community
members, agencies, and businesses working together to provide services and support to
children and their families from birth through age eight.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
COMMUNITY AGENCIES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Colchester Collaborative for Children (C3) 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
TOTAL 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
14301 - COMMUNITY AGENCIES
47270 - CONTRIBUTION TO COLCHESTER COLLABORATIVE FOR CHILDREN (C3) 25,000 25,000
Contribution to C3 1.00 25,000.00 25,000
TOTAL COMMUNITY AGENCIES 25,000 0 25,000
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026 — 2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Cragin Memorial Library
Mission
“Open to All” since 1905, the Cragin Memorial Library provides educational, diverse, and
engaging opportunities to inspire lifelong learning, personal growth, and community
connections. Through its collections, programs, and services the Library seeks to enrich the lives
of the public at every age.
Description
The Cragin Memorial Library serves the residents of Colchester with a collection of 82,948
physical items and provides access to over 19,600 ebooks and 9,300 digital audiobooks in a
shared collection via the Libby app. The Library is open 52 hours over six days each week. Forty
percent of town residents have a valid library card. In addition to a comprehensive collection of
book and media offerings, the Library provides free programs for all ages, personal service,
Inter-Library Loan, public Internet computers, and free Wi-Fi access to the Library’s visitors.
Public restrooms, a public photocopier, and a public fax machine are heavily used. The Library is
a community destination, hosting hundreds of programs for all ages and offering meeting and
activity space for many organizations including scouts, sports league registration, and civic
groups.
The Cragin Memorial Library Board of Trustees, created by the original Deed of Trust in 1905,
serves as an advisory board to the Library. Friends of Cragin Memorial Library raises funds and
supports Library Museum Passes, library programs for all ages, and special collections.
Staffing
Library Director
Children’s & Young Adult Services Librarian
Adult Services Librarian
Library Programming Assistant - 2
Cataloger
Circulation Supervisor
Part-Time Library Assistants
Part-Time Library Shelvers
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2025-2026 Accomplishments
• We have been preparing for migration to a new library software system in early June 2026.
This new system will include more tools for the Library to serve and communicate with the
community, including:
o Easy-to-use library app.
o A comprehensive library website package providing direct access to collections,
programs, meeting rooms, and other resources.
o Online meeting room booking.
o Online program registration.
o Integrated email marketing platform.
o New self-check software for borrowers.
• Increased the variety of programs offered to adults to better meet a broad range of
interests and needs.
• Highest-ever adult participation in summer reading programs.
• Replaced outdoor book return.
• Replace carpeting on Library stairs with rubber treads.
• Completion of review and revision of Library Policies.
• Applied for and received a $370,000 Community WiFi Grant to update the Library’s WiFi
equipment, build new fiber lines in town, and provide free public WiFi to the Town Green,
Youth Center, Recreation Complex, and school playing fields.
2025 Measures (January – December)
2025 2024 2023
Total Items Borrowed: 148,580 144,625 141,046
Inter-Library Loan Items Borrowed: 9,676 8,423 7,517
Inter-Library Loan Items Loaned: 9,703 9,204 8,938
Computer Uses: 5,132 4,977 4,479
Wi-Fi Uses: 19,991 24,172 27,032
Reference Questions: 8,117 7,632 8,480
Total Programs: 728 664 601
Total Program Attendance: 23,873 21,619 12,399
Meeting Room Uses: 1,149 1,029 979
Meeting Room Attendance: 7,982 8,478 6,487
2026-2027 Goals
• Building maintenance and repair projects:
o Power wash and repaint 1905 building exterior.
o Begin replacing lighting with LED fixtures.
• Update the audio-visual equipment in the Norton Room to support library programs.
• Update the Library’s logo and signage.
• Grow children’s programming.
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CRAGIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 431,187 464,504 491,083 503,060
Overtime 281 0 0 0
Employee Related Insurances 1,435 1,843 1,844 1,811
FICA & Retirement 59,365 63,123 73,070 74,760
Copier 6,910 5,859 3,576 4,226
Office Supplies 1,459 2,487 3,900 2,750
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 2,838 7,066 5,000 4,500
Books, Magazines, & Periodicals 40,322 54,502 55,000 65,000
Library Media Supplies 2,107 3,272 4,000 3,250
Mileage, Training & Meetings 500 890 1,000 1,000
Professional Memberships 1,392 1,295 1,500 1,595
Software Fees 28,035 28,571 28,702 29,099
Postage 4 25 75 50
Service Contracts 17,028 15,928 19,096 17,007
Printing & Publications 0 240 400 0
Telephone 4,187 4,823 1,788 2,640
Fuel & Heating 9,963 10,716 10,640 9,680
Water & Sewer 4,017 3,247 3,862 3,998
Electricity 31,819 35,814 41,500 39,000
Equipment Repairs 0 80 750 750
Building Repairs 1,834 1,974 3,000 5,000
Programs 437 158 750 750
TOTAL 645,120 706,417 750,536 769,926
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
15101 - CRAGIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 503,060 503,060
Director 1.00 109,596.00 109,596
Adult Services Librarian (7 hrs/day) Union Contract under negotiations 1.00 70,029.00 70,029
Children's Librarian (7 hrs/day) Union Contract Under Negotiations 1.00 71,253.00 71,253
Cataloger (7 hrs/day) Union Contract Under Negotiations 1.00 49,914.00 49,914
Circulation Supervisor (7 hrs/day) Union Contract Under Negotiations 1.00 48,799.00 48,799
Assistant to Children's Librarian (7 hrs/day) Union Contract Under Negotiations 1.00 918.00 918
Programming Assistant (7 hrs/day) Union Contract Under Negotiations 1.00 45,072.00 45,072
Part-time Library Assistant (16 hrs/week) - includes weekend desk coverage 1.00 15,100.00 15,100
Part-time Library Assistant (14 hrs/week) - includes weekend desk coverage 1.00 12,862.00 12,862
Programming Assistant (3.5 hrs/week) - includes weekend desk coverage 1.00 4,549.00 4,549
Part-time Library Assistant (5.5 hrs/week) - includes weekend desk coverage 1.00 5,053.00 5,053
Part-time Library Assistant (4 hrs/week) - includes weekend desk coverage 1.00 3,675.00 3,675
Part-time Shelver (9 hrs/wk) 1.00 8,268.00 8,268
Part-time Shelver (9 hrs/wk) 1.00 8,268.00 8,268
Saturday and Substitute Coverage 1.00 3,445.00 3,445
Longevity 1.00 2,100.00 2,100
Library Programming Assistant.- Not filling Assistant to Children's Librarian 1.00 44,159.00 44,159
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,811 1,811
Life/AD&D insurance 1.00 946.00 946
Long Term Disability insurance 1.00 865.00 865
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 74,760 74,760
FICA/Medicare 1.00 38,484.00 38,484
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Director @ 9% 1.00 9,864.00 9,864
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Staff @ 8% 1.00 26,412.00 26,412
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42233 - COPIER 4,816 4,226
Monthly lease for public and staff copier/printer - includes average 12.00 298.00 3,576
monthly 4,500 B&W and 2,500 color copies 4.00 310.00 1,240 (590)
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 3,900 (1,150) 2,750
Office supplies. Copier and printer paper, toner, general office materials 1.00 3,900.00 3,900
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 5,000 (500) 4,500
Custodial & building maintenance supplies: cleaners, carpet shampoo, 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
toilet paper, paper towels, lightbulbs and HVAC filters & belts
42342 - BOOKS, MAGAZINES & PERIODICALS 65,000 65,000
Books, magazines, DVDs, music, audiobooks, ebooks and 1.00 55,000.00 55,000
databases for all ages
Books, magazines, DVDs, music, audiobooks, ebooks and 1.00 10,000.00 10,000 -
databases for all ages - BOF 4/10/2025
42344 - LIBRARY MEDIA SUPPLIES 4,000 (750) 3,250
Barcodes, processing and repair materials for library books, magazines 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
and media items. Library cards for patrons
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 1,000 1,000
Mileage & fees - workshops, continuing education, conferences 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 1,595 1,595
American Library Association (ALA) - Library Director 1.00 125.00 125
Professional journal, continuing education and discounted
purchases, conference attendance
Connecticut Library Consortium (CLC) - Institutional membership 1.00 915.00 915
Statewide Library discount program & continuing education
Connecticut Library Association (CLA) - Library Director 1.00 145.00 145
Continuing Education and discounts.
Public Library Association (PLA) - Library Director 1.00 90.00 90
Professional journal, continuing education and discounted purchases
Friends of Connecticut Libraries - newsletter, fundraising and 1.00 35.00 35
volunteer development
Connecticut Library Association (CLA) - Adult Services Librarian and 2.00 125.00 250
Childrens and Young Adult Services Librarian - discounted
continuing education
ACLB Association of CT Library Boards 1.00 35.00 35
44205 - SOFTWARE FEES 29,359 (260) 29,099
Library Connection Inc. (LCI) - consortium membership, 1.00 29,359.00 29,359
regionalization, resource sharing, & integrated library software system
44217 - POSTAGE 50 50
Business correspondence, out-of-State inter-library loans, patron notices 1.00 50.00 50
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 17,007 17,007
HVAC system service & repair 1.00 5,000.00 5,000
Elevator service & repair 1.00 100.00 100
Elevator inspections 4.00 370.00 1,480
Sprinkler system service and inspections 4.00 83.00 332
Fire alarm system service and repairs 1.00 820.00 820
Fire alarm monitoring 1.00 420.00 420
Security system - service and repairs 1.00 100.00 100
Security system monitoring 1.00 600.00 600
Fire extinguisher service 1.00 130.00 130
Call backs for repairs - plumber & electrician 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
Movie licensing fees (MPLC & MLUSA) 1.00 600.00 600
Historical Hartford Courant 1.00 535.00 535
Software contracts - desktop & workstation security, public 1.00 1,564.00 1,564
session & print management, public workstation configuration management,
patron self-check software, WIFI & program tracking software
CEN fiber internet connection - annual maintenance & monitoring 4.00 519.00 2,076
JobNow database - resource for job seekers, including resume and 1.00 250.00 250
interview assistance
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 640 (640) 0
Library pages in Colchester Connection - Quarterly 1.00 640.00 640
45216 - TELEPHONE 2,640 2,640
Monthly telephone charges 12.00 220.00 2,640
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 9,680 9,680
Heating oil - Library 4,000.00 2.42 9,680
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
45222 - WATER & SEWER 3,998 3,998
Water - quarterly billing 4.00 169.00 676
Sewer - quarterly billing 4.00 191.00 764
Fire protection - quarterly billing 4.00 592.00 2,368
Backflow inspection 1.00 80.00 80
Backflow test 1.00 110.00 110
45622 - ELECTRICITY 46,480 (7,480) 39,000
Cragin Library 1.00 46,480.00 46,480
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 750 750
Minor office equipment and furnishing repairs 1.00 750.00 750
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 5,000 5,000
Painting, small repairs, minor plumbing, electrical, and heating repairs 1.00 4,000.00 4,000
Annual Building Inspection 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
47282 - PROGRAMS 750 750
Supplies & equipment for library programs 1.00 750.00 750
TOTAL CRAGIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY 781,296 (11,370) 769,926
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Town of Colchester
FY 2026-2027
Proposed Budget
Department: Recreation
MISSION
Colchester Parks and Recreation strive to enhance the quality of life for the Colchester
community by offering high-quality events, parks, programs, facilities, and services that foster
lifelong learning.
COLCHESTER PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AND DEPARTMENT
The Colchester Recreation Commission is comprised of Colchester residents who volunteer to
guide the best practices and policies of the Recreation Department. They promote healthy,
positive recreational activities for our community. The Commission provides departmental
oversight and offers recommendations for improvements and advancements. The Recreation
Commission is an advisory commission, appointed by the Board of Selectman.
The Recreation Department is staffed by a full-time Recreation Director, Recreation Supervisor
and Administrative Assistant. The department offers a wide variety of programs, activities,
events, and camps. Every effort is made to ensure that opportunities are available for all
members of the community. Rather than tax dollars, the program fund supports all programs,
activities, camps, and events. The Recreation Department works closely with town
departments, local organizations, businesses, Board of Education, and school staff to facilitate
community offerings.
STAFFING
Recreation Director (full time)
Recreation Supervisor (full time)
Administrative Assistant (full time)
2025-2026 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Inspiring cooperation to include those with special needs in our camps and programs.
• Offered scholarships to offset camp and program expenses for local families.
• Worked closely with school staff and custodians to build important relationships.
• Financial analysis of current programs and events to create a sustainable program fund.
• Introduced new programs, events, and activities.
• Worked with area towns to offer unique events.
• Attended professional development opportunities and networking events.
• Continued work toward Strategic Plan goals with Recreation Commission.
• Survey program participants to gain a better understanding of the community needs.
• Managed the Program Fund to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Published the monthly digital email newsletter serving over 4000 people per month.
• Published the “Colchester Connection” mailed to every household three times a year.
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• Managed all field requests and permits for the Colchester Sports Leagues.
• Worked with the Ad Hoc Recreational Needs committee to gain a better understanding
of community recreational and leisure needs.
MEASURES
2025 2024 2023
Adult program participants 776 690 745
Youth program participants 1445 1436 1405
Summer day camp participants 1160 1029 920
2026-2027 OBJECTIVES:
• Update Strategic Plan and Community Needs Assessment with Recreation Commission.
• Update Strategic Plan goals and objectives.
• Continue to work with the Board of Education to improve public use of facilities.
• Research and implement new funding options for community events.
• Seek opportunities to create positive change and growth.
• Continue to update policies and procedures to facilitate equality.
• Recruit and engage a high school student as a member of the Recreation Commission.
• Continue to increase access to programs and events.
• Innovate and advance community recreation based on outcomes of Strategic Plan.
• Continue to work with Colchester Youth and Social Services to support families.
• Strive to be proactive in facilitating the care and maintenance of our parks.
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RECREATION
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 114,867 113,718 128,938 144,434
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 700 1,385 0 0
Employee Related Insurances 481 503 668 619
FICA & Retirement 15,983 16,607 21,468 24,049
Copier 2,271 2,603 2,268 2,364
Office Supplies 988 892 1,000 1,000
Mileage, Training & Meetings 25 1,479 1,705 1,300
Professional Memberships 470 539 775 940
Professional Services 468 0 588 588
Postage 70 142 150 75
Telephone 265 271 270 270
Buildings & Grounds Improvements 0 0 0 0
TOTAL 136,588 138,139 157,830 175,639
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
15201 - RECREATION
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 144,434 144,434
Recreation Director 1.00 85,239.00 85,239
Recreation Specialist 1.00 59,195.00 59,195
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 619 619
Life/AD&D insurance. 1.00 375.00 375
Long Term Disability insurance. 1.00 244.00 244
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 24,049 24,049
FICA/Medicare 1.00 11,049.00 11,049
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Recreation Director @ 9% 1.00 7,672.00 7,672
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Recreation Specialist @ 9% 1.00 5,328.00 5,328
42233 - COPIER 2,364 2,364
Monthly lease payments 12.00 95.00 1,140
Per image charges 12.00 102.00 1,224
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,000 1,000
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 1,300 1,300
NRPA Conference 1.00 775.00 775
CRPA Conference 1.00 350.00 350
CCM Training 1.00 175.00 175
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 940 940
National Recreation & Parks Association 1.00 180.00 180
CT Recreation & Parks Association 3.00 105.00 315
American Camp Association Membership 1.00 395.00 395
CT Conference of Municipalities (CCM) 1.00 50.00 50
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,388 588
Canva (program to create marketing/brochure/flyer) 1.00 120.00 120
Adobe 3.00 600.00 1,800 (1,800)
Survey Monkey License 1.00 468.00 468
44217 - POSTAGE 75 75
45216 - TELEPHONE 270 270
Cell phone (shared by staff for camps/programs) 12.00 22.50 270
TOTAL RECREATION 177,439 (1,800) 175,639
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Budget Proposal
Department: Senior Services
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Colchester Senior Services Department to support older adults by providing programs
and services designed to promote their independence, health, wellness and overall quality of life.
Vision Statement
The Colchester Senior Center is a community resource dedicated to engaging, enriching and empowering
seniors.
Staffing
Director (full time)
Program Coordinator (full time)
Administrative Assistant (full time)
Administrative Support (Per Diem)
Wellness Nights Program Assistant (Cannabis Funding)
Bus Driver (2) (1 full time, 1 full time, grant funded)
Bus Driver (2) (part time)
Making Memories Program Coordinator (2) (part-time, grant funded)
Nutrition Site Server (contracted with TVCCA)
2025-2026 Accomplishments
• Realized growth across most service lines: membership, total clients served (duplicated and
unduplicated counts), program attendance, transportation services and mileage, information and
referral services, Making Memories service units, volunteer hours and meals served/delivered. (see
outcome measures chart)
• Managed the efficient transition from our former building at 95 Norwich Avenue into the spacious, new
building at 15 Louis Lane, while expanding membership, programs and services.
• Created policies for Fitness Center, oversaw opening of Fitness Center currently serving 200+ members.
Contracted with Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, and bill insurance monthly for the convenience of
members with applicable coverage.
• Secured grant awards totaling $185,649.00, including Section 5310 Grant Award for the CTDOT, CTDOT
Municipal Grant Program (medical transportation), and Title III grant for the Making Memories Program.
• New passenger van was procured through Section 5310 funding for Medical Transportation services and
replacement of the medical minivan using Vehicle Improvement Plan funding.
• Hired/trained a new Wellness Night Program Assistant to implement regular evening programs during
extended hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) using alternative use funding.
• Secured donations in the amount of $30,935.20.
• Managed usage of the building from Colchester groups, after hours.
• Director served as Municipal Agent for the Elderly.
• Director attended monthly Senior Center Building Committee Meetings.
• Director participated in monthly Commission on Aging meetings.
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Measures (January 1 – December 31)
2025 2024 2023
Membership Totals 2,707 2,046 1,770
Unduplicated Annual Count 1,572 951 826
Total Clients Served (duplicated) 45,163 35,388 30,800
Total Programs Sessions Offered 2,933 1,767 1,821
Transportation, non-medical (total # of rides) 7,884 7,990 7,034
Transportation, medical (total # of rides) 2,220 2,275 2,329
Transportation mileage for In-Town Transportation 34,980 29,288 26,845
Information and Referrals 10,461 10,353 10,225
Making Memories Program (total units of service) 4,476.5 3,894 2,266
Volunteer Hours (total hours) 5,908 5,385.5 4,592.5
Senior Center sponsored Travel Opportunities (attendees) 227 337 348
Meals-on-Wheels Deliveries 5,922 7,894 7,815
Meals Served Onsite (Community Café/Specials) 7,202 4,765 4,229
2026-2027 Objectives
• Continue to meet the needs of the senior population through innovative programs and efficient,
professional services.
• Work with the First Selectman to develop a plan for additional staff to serve the senior population.
• Procure new passenger van equipped with wheelchair lift for Medical Transportation utilizing a Section
5310 grant award in the amount of $112,888.00 with estimated delivery in summer 2026.
• Hire a new part time staff to expand the Making Memories Program to meet 5 days per week.
• Hire Medical Driver to fill staff vacancy.
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PROPOSED BUDGET
SENIOR SERVICES
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Regular Payroll 228,537 249,858 263,839 281,740
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Contractual, Temporary, Occasional Payroll 271 1,795 3,000 3,000
Employee Related Insurances 1,054 1,352 1,224 1,396
FICA & Retirement 32,355 35,468 37,597 39,707
Copier 2,789 2,084 4,272 1,272
Office Supplies 778 920 1,750 1,500
Custodial/Maintenance Supplies 1,139 6,089 4,800 4,950
Mileage, Training & Meetings 135 160 325 325
Professional Memberships 50 50 285 75
Professional Services 21,353 20,604 25,095 24,680
Postage 0 0 730 280
Service Contracts 3,174 4,231 7,604 6,966
Printing & Publications 125 735 1,250 800
Telephone 4,132 6,337 1,380 3,000
Fuel & Heating 11,218 11,524 14,400 19,500
Electricity 5,343 28,511 51,600 41,150
Water & Sewer 0 0 0 3,000
Equipment Repairs 0 0 0 1,000
Building Repairs 1,948 1,957 0 4,500
Vehicle Maintenance 4,221 3,977 6,000 8,000
Vehicle Fuel 17,195 18,239 17,136 15,624
TOTAL 335,817 393,891 442,287 462,465
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
15401 - SENIOR SERVICES
40101 - REGULAR PAYROLL 332,888 281,740
Senior Services Director 1.00 77,963.00 77,963
Program Coordinator (7.5 hrs/day) 1.00 34,948.00 34,948 23,361
Administrative Assistant (7.5 hrs/day) 1.00 55,495.00 55,495
Bus Driver (7 hrs/day) 1.00 36,485.00 36,485
Part-time bus driver (5 hrs/day) 1.00 23,921.00 23,921
Part-time bus driver (20 hrs/week) 1.00 19,105.00 19,105
Longevity 1.00 450.00 450
Senior Services Director 1 of 2 increases for additional workload 1.00 2,500.00 2,500 (2,500)
Assistant Director - New Position increased hours to 40 hrs/week 1.00 68,309.00 68,309 (68,309)
Administrative Assistant increase hours to (8 hrs/day) 1.00 3,700.00 3,700 (3,700)
Bus Driver (7 hrs/day) increase Drivers Wages 1.00 3,709.00 3,709
Part-time bus driver (5 hrs/day) Increase Drivers Wages 1.00 3,484.00 3,484
Part-time bus driver (20 hrs/week) Increase Drivers Wages 1.00 2,819.00 2,819
40105 - CONTRACTUAL TEMPORARY, OCCASIONAL 4,000 3,000
Substitute drivers to cover employee leaves 1.00 2,000.00 2,000 (500)
Temporary staff for office coverage 1.00 2,000.00 2,000 (500)
41210 - EMPLOYEE RELATED INSURANCE 1,396 1,396
Life/AD&D Insurance 1.00 796.00 796
Long Term Disability insurance 1.00 600.00 600
41230 - FICA & RETIREMENT 46,951 39,707
FICA/Medicare 1.00 19,306.00 19,306 1,711
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Senior Services Director @ 9% 1.00 7,017.00 7,017
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - 1.00 4,286.00 4,286 1,402
Program Coordinator & FT Bus driver @ 6%
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Administrative Assistant @ 9% 1.00 4,995.00 4,995
Defined Contribution 401(a) - New Assistant Director Position @6% 1.00 4,099.00 4,099 (4,099)
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan - Full-time bus Driver @6% increase Wages 1.00 223.00 223
FICA/Medicare New Assistant Director Position 1.00 5,226.00 5,226 (5,226)
FICA/Medicare Increase Drivers Wages 1.00 767.00 767
FICA/Medicare Director 1 of 2 increases for additional workload 1.00 191.00 191 (191)
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan Senior Center Director 1 of 2 increases 1.00 225.00 225 (225)
Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan Administrative Assistant increase to 8 hrs 1.00 333.00 333 (333)
FICA/Medicare Administrative Assistant increase to 8 hrs 1.00 283.00 283 (283)
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
42233 - COPIER 3,772 1,272
Monthly lease payments 12.00 106.00 1,272
Per image charges increased due to increased for Making Memories Program 1.00 2,500.00 2,500 (2,500)
and in house of monthly newsletters
42301 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 1,500 1,500
Folders, cardstock, colored paper, copy paper, miscellaneous supplies 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
42331 - CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 4,950 4,950
Kitchen and bath paper goods, soap and miscellaneous disposable goods 1.00 4,950.00 4,950
in new Senior Center building
43213 - MILEAGE, TRAINING & MEETINGS 325 325
Mileage for meetings, training and conferences 1.00 125.00 125
Local CASCP, CAMAE & AARP conferences, training for local & state programs 1.00 200.00 200
43258 - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 75 75
Connecticut Association of Senior Center Personnel (CASCP) 1.00 75.00 75
for Director, Assistant Director and Program Coordinator
44208 - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 24,680 24,680
Random drug/alcohol testing for drivers 3.00 100.00 300
Licenses for drivers 3.00 160.00 480
MPLC Copyright license to show movies on site 1.00 320.00 320
TVCCA - Nutrition Site Supervisor 12.00 1,965.00 23,580
Coordinate Senior nutrition program and Meals on Wheels deliveries
44217 - POSTAGE 780 (500) 280
Mailings to clients, agencies, service providers, and funders 1.00 780.00 780
44223 - SERVICE CONTRACTS 7,426 6,966
Annual test/inspection of fire alarm system, fire extinguishers, and emergency 1.00 650.00 650
lighting contract with FASD
Annual subscription to Activity Connections Program 1.00 200.00 200 (200)
Pest control services 12.00 168.00 2,016
Annual Inspection of Sprinkler System Contract with Hartford Sprinkler Co 1.00 1,600.00 1,600
Fitness Center Annual Maintenance Service Contract with Total Fitness 1.00 260.00 260 (260)
MySeniorCenter data tracking system Contract with Xavus Solutions 1.00 1,500.00 1,500
Semi-Annual Kitchen Suppression Test/Inspection 1.00 600.00 600
3 Year test due for a full flood of the sprinkler system in Spring 2027 1.00 600.00 600
per Hartford Sprinkler
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
44232 - PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS 800 800
Outreach information, marketing materials & business cards, 1.00 800.00 800
bus inspection books
45216 - TELEPHONE 3,000 3,000
Monthly cell phone service for senior transportation drivers 12.00 115.00 1,380
Senior Center Fax line 12.00 135.00 1,620
45221 - FUEL/HEATING 19,500 19,500
Gas Utility Eversource 1.00 19,500.00 19,500
45222 - WATER & SEWER 3,000 3,000
Water & Sewer Commission now charging the Senior Center a water bill 1.00 3,000.00 3,000
45622 - ELECTRIC 55,000 (13,850) 41,150
Electricity - Senior Center 1.00 55,000.00 55,000
46224 - EQUIPMENT REPAIRS 1,000 1,000
Small equipment repairs 1.00 1,000.00 1,000
46226 - BUILDING REPAIRS 4,500 4,500
Minor building repairs building warranty expired 1.00 4,500.00 4,500
46390 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & FUEL 8,000 8,000
Vehicle repairs/parts engine repair needed 1.00 8,000.00 8,000
46391 - VEHICLE FUEL 15,624 15,624
Unleaded gasoline 6,300.00 2.48 15,624
TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES 539,167 (76,702) 462,465
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Debt Service
241
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PROPOSED BUDGET
DEBT SERVICE
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Bond Principal 1,180,000 1,170,000 1,300,000 1,385,000
Bond Interest 659,164 861,008 775,164 775,164
TOTAL 1,839,164 2,031,008 2,075,164 2,160,164
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TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
18101 - DEBT SERVICE
49245 - BOND PRINCIPAL 1,385,000 1,385,000
Bond Issue 10/17/18 - William J. Johnston Middle School (WJJMS) Project 500,000
Bond Issue 10/16/19 - William J. Johnston Middle School (WJJMS) Project 280,000
Bond Issue 10/17/24 - Senior Center/Fire Aparatus 520,000
Estimated Town Share (70/30 BOE Split) Athletic Complex/Roof Bond 85,000
49246 - BOND INTEREST 1,060,120 775,164
Bond Issue 10/17/18 - William J. Johnston Middle School (WJJMS) Project 333,314
Bond Issue 10/16/19 - William J. Johnston Middle School (WJJMS) Project 197,806
Bond Issue 10/17/24 - Senior Center/Fire Aparatus 529,000
due Oct 2025 & April 2026
Use of Debt Service Fund (284,956)
TOTAL DEBT SERVICE 2,445,120 (284,956) 2,160,164
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Transfers & Capital
245
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PROPOSED BUDGET
TRANSFERS & CAPITAL
FY 2023-2024 FY 2024-2025 FY 2025-2026 FY 2026-2027
ACTUAL AUDITED ADOPTED PROPOSED
ACCOUNT EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES BUDGET BUDGET
Transfer to Capital Reserve 501,000 781,000 511,000 461,000
Transfer to Snow Reserve 91,505 0 0 0
Transfer to Animal Control Fund 58,000 58,000 59,000 59,000
Transfer to Capital Improvement Fund 336,759 94,400 94,400 101,900
Transfer to Debt Service Fund 440,122 0 0
TOTAL 1,427,386 933,400 664,400 621,900
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FY 2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET - DETAIL
TOTAL
ITEM ITEM TOTAL DEPARTMENT TOTAL
QUANTITY UNIT COST DETAIL REQUEST REDUCTIONS PROPOSED
18501 - TRANSFERS
50474 - TRANSFER TO CAPITAL RESERVE 511,000 461,000
Contribution to Equipment Reserve 50,000 (25,000)
Contribution to Vehicle Replacement Reserve 361,000
Contribution to Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Capital Reserve 100,000 (25,000)
50496 - ACO - TOWN FUNDING 59,000 59,000
General Fund contribution to support Animal Control Fund 59,000
50500 - TRANSFER TO CAPITAL 104,400 101,900
Town Wide Revaluation 28,000
Open Space 10,000
Information Technology - equipment replacement 19,900
Civic Plus Upgrade Project 10,000
Fire - SCBA units/masks/bottles - 15 year funding plan 18,000
Cragin Library - HVAC, Boiler, Roof repair/replacement 6,000
Town Hall - replacement of AHUs - multi year funding plan 5,000
Basketball Courts - 10 year funding plan for future replacement 3,000
RecPlex - Tennis Courts resurfacing - 15 year funding plan for future 2,000
resurfacing
Skatepark - 10 year funding plan for reconstruction/replacement 2,500 (2,500)
TOTAL TRANSFERS 674,400 (52,500) 621,900
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