Community Preservation Committee authorizes Coalition dues, reports record spending
The Community Preservation Committee reported record $3.1 million in FY 2026 project spending. Treasurer Emeritus Michael Barrett's financial report showed over $1 million dedicated to housing initiatives, including disbursements to Father Bill's and Hebrew SeniorLife, while the fund balance
Community Preservation Committee (CPC) · Meeting of August 5, 2026
STOUGHTON — The Community Preservation Committee reported record $3.1 million in FY 2026 project spending. Treasurer Emeritus Michael Barrett's financial report showed over $1 million dedicated to housing initiatives, including disbursements to Father Bill's and Hebrew SeniorLife, while the fund balance declined from $8 million to $6 million. Local CPA surcharge collections increased compared to prior year, though state match funding slightly decreased.
The Committee voted 6-0 to authorize FY 2027 Coalition dues and began updating its Community Preservation Plan, last revised in 2022, with members to draft project narratives for the September 2 meeting.
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Source: the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) meeting of August 5, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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