The town of Franklin, MA seems to be more fiscally conservative each year.  Although this past winter hasTulips been severe and excessive in terms of snow removal costs, the town just released its budget which indicates expenses will be covered.  Many Massachusetts towns are in the red due to the unexpected, constant snowfalls of the year which began November 8, 2010 and only let up (so far) a few weeks ago in March 2011.

Jeffrey Nutting, the Town Administrator, stated "the fiscal year began, July 1, with $750,000 in the Snow and Ice Budget. Since that early storm and into March, we have spent over $1,150,000 from the Snow and Ice Budget. That number includes sand and salt costs, employee and equipment, and contractor costs. Costs are impacted by such things as the timing of the event, the duration, and the severity. A storm that begins or runs into non-regular business hours will cost more in overtime pay. We did set aside $500,000 in anticipation of a shortfall, so if we do not get much more snow, we should be able to cover the expenses."

If you are looking for more information about the town of Franklin, MA, its resources or available homes, please give me a call at 508-369-5131 or email franklinmahomes@comcast.net.  I'd be happy to get you the help you need.

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Kathy Stankard of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage can beCB logo reached by cell at 508-369-5131 or via email. 

Kathy has been a top producing REALTOR for the past 15 years helping buyers and sellers in the Franklin, MA and metrowest of Boston area.  Feel free to check out her website for more resources and information.

 

 

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2 Comments on Town of Franklin, MA On Budget

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24
2011
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Kathy,

I guess all the snow removal gets expensive.  I hope it doesn't bust your budget.
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120,714 Points Outside Blog

Thanks for the comment Lloyd.  Time to move to California!  I mean southern California!!!
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