Town Council - Special Meeting

Newport County
Saturday, May 2, 2026

The Middletown Town Council held its annual Saturday budget review, discussing the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget with various department heads. Key topics included the impact of rising healthcare costs, the town's financial strategy for the new school construction, and the allocation of new hotel tax revenue towards road improvements. The meeting also highlighted ongoing challenges in staffing, particularly in police recruitment and the school department's IT needs, and the library's request for additional funding to support its move to a larger facility.

About this meeting

Government Body
Town Council
Meeting Type
Town Council
Location
Middletown, RI
Meeting Date
May 2, 2026

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