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Politics & Government

Making Tough Budget Choices

The Board of Selectmen made $2.1 million in cuts to the proposed budget, well shy of First Selectman Rob Mallozzi's goal of a zero to 2.5% increase. The budget baton is now passed, leaving one large decision to the "experts on the Board of Finance."

Gone from have sent to are: the 's hope for a new radio console and renovated dispatch center, the 's request for a pumper replacement, the 's appeal for the restoration of a laid-off inspector and public work's capital projects.

This week, Finance looks at the numbers and questions department leaders.

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