Newfield officials say they likely won’t exceed the state tax cap in their 2026 budget, despite major cost hikes, according to The Tompkins Weekly.
Healthcare, retirement, and insurance costs are up, but the town board expects to avoid using the override it passed in August. Officials plan to keep water rates steady and have budgeted $35K in short-term financing to finish town hall renovations.
The preliminary budget will be presented Oct. 9, with a public hearing to follow. Town leaders credit careful planning and federal funds for keeping spending in check.
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