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Councils advance budgets; April referendums will decide taxes

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United States municipalities advanced budget proposals this month: Newtown's Legislative Council moved a $147.4 million 2026–27 plan to an April 28 referendum after March 30 deliberations, Ansonia's tax board debated a $68.1 million proposal April 8, and the CCSD board approved a tentative nearly $4 billion budget for 2026–27. Voters in Newtown will decide the proposed mill‑rate increase April 28; Ansonia's proposal will go to the Board of Aldermen April 14 and may require a referendum because net tax increases exceed three percent; CCSD will review its final budget in May amid projected enrollment declines and a reported $33 million reduction.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

March 10, 2026: Ansonia mayor presents $68.1 million budget proposal.
March 30, 2026: Newtown Legislative Council advances $147.4 million budget to referendum.
April 8, 2026: Ansonia tax board debates the proposed budget but does not adopt it.
April 14, 2026: Board of Aldermen scheduled to review Ansonia budget.
April 28, 2026: Newtown referendum scheduled on 2026–27 budget and mill rate.

Why This Matters to You

Your local taxes could change. Newtown voters will decide on a mill-rate increase April 28. Ansonia's tax hike might need a referendum. Watch for updates on your town's budget decisions.

The Bottom Line

These budgets affect your community services and taxes. Check your town's website for meeting dates and voting details. Worth forwarding if you know someone in Newtown or Ansonia.