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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.

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OpposedJoanne ScarolaJun 22, 2026

A former commissioner ripped the board as indecisive, accusing members of following outside agendas and blaming staff for budget problems that are the board's responsibility.

Board of Commissioners (Special) - Jun 22, 2026 · 13:35 →
OpposedJohn MartinsonJun 22, 2026

Cited $13.8 million in budget growth since 2021 against only 519 new residents, questioned the town manager's balanced-budget claim, and called for firing him.

Board of Commissioners (Special) - Jun 22, 2026 · 15:35 →
OpposedAmanda IngramJun 22, 2026

In an email read into the record, she tallied $636,712 in budget amendments, criticized using reserves to cover overruns, questioned unearned raises, and urged the board to hold departments accountable before raising taxes.

Board of Commissioners (Special) - Jun 22, 2026 · 53:01 →