During the past 4 years the Board of Finance and the Town Council have distanced themselves from operating on a balanced approach to Taxing and Budgeting. The Democrats have always strived to be fair and balanced in regards to Southington finances. This is why it is on our platform.
The Board of Finance needs to make financial decisions based on actual data in an effort to lessen the burden on taxpayers while at the same time ensuring the towns services, and the education of our children, move forward. There is a simple equation to make this happen and it includes the grand list, state and federal aid, and the previous year’s surplus to understand what Southington can afford. Once this information is gathered the BOF, Town Council, and BOE need to communicate the needs of the town and the school system to residents. This fair and balanced approach ensures services are provided for all Southington residents.
With this plan the Democrats will have our hands on today while keeping our eyes on tomorrow. This will allow rating agencies continue to upgrade our bond rating so we can continue to bond the items that the taxpayers approve like roads and schools.
We must all work together to move forward – this plan allows us to do so.