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What to know about Falmouth’s draft school budget, up 6%

Three things to know about the proposed $55.68 million budget, which emphasizes literacy programs and special education.

City leaders say they are trying to limit next year’s tax increase to around 5% when all is said and done.

The $19.5 million municipal budget may be too lean, town manager says.

The municipal budget will be cut by 0.7%.

Public safety officials say the current radio communications system is outdated and unreliable.

The School Board will consider long-term saving ideas like elementary school reconfiguration.

Rising county taxes come as Mainers are already feeling financially pinched, but it’s too early to know the impact on homeowners’ bills.

by Judith Meyer The Maine Monitor December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

Following months of meetings and negotiations, the final budget represents a 17% increase over last year, far less than the 40% first proposed.

Down East taxpayers aren’t happy about the county’s financial mismanagement, but an $11 million shortfall must be remedied.

Attorneys are waiting until the next fiscal year starts in October to get paid — and that depends on Congress.