Westport Mill Rate Set

WESTPORT, CT — The Board of Finance voted to keep the mill rate the same as the current year at 16.86. There is some concern that a mid-year supplemental assessment may be necessary if the state imposes additional obligations.

“I am proud of our department heads for working diligently to control costs and improve efficiencies, while at the same time maintaining and enhancing our infrastructure," said First Selectman Jim Marpe. "We have been able to absorb the fully restored school budget through the efforts of all town departments."

Board of Finance chairman Brian Stern noted that Westport and similar communities may take a big hit from Hartford. Gov. Dannel Malloy's proposed budget would reduce aid and drive up pension costs for wealth communities.

"These potential obligations may necessitate a mid-year supplemental property tax increase," he said. "The Board of Finance will continue its conservative approach to protect Westport’s financial stability.”

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