The FY 2008-2009 Town Operating and Capital Budget of $49,279,966 was approved by voters at the May 6th referendum by a vote of 1,779 “yes” to 1,328 “no.” Voter turnout was 33.74%.
The approved budget reflects an increase of $2,466,474 equal to a 3.95% tax increase of 1.12 mills compared to the current mill rate and requires a tax rate of 29.51 mills. More details on the budget can be found in the “2008-2009 Budget Information” section of this website which can be accessed by clicking here.
To determine the tax impact on your home of the approved budget, go to www.visionappraisal.com to obtain your home’s assessed value. Then multiply the assessed value by the new mill rate of 29.51. As an example, if your house is assessed at $175,000, multiply that value by 0.02951 to get your annual taxes of $5,164. The FY 07-08 mill rate is 28.39 if you wish to compare this year to the next.
Teen Adventures, a collaborative program of Tolland Youth Services and the Family Resource Center, will be offered starting May 5th and run through June 9th. Various activities will be offered to students in grades 5 through 8 at the Tolland Middle School facility. Tolland Youth Services is now accepting registrations. Please click on the following links for more information and a registration form: (Read more)
The Town Council on April 7, 2008 adopted a FY 2008-09 Town Operating and Capital Budget in the amount of $49,279,966. The Town Council’s Annual Budget Presentation will take place on Tuesday, April 29th at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Tolland High School. The Annual Budget Presentation is intended to provide information and encourage public discussion. The budget proposal requires a 1.12 increase in the mill levy for a 3.95% increase in the current tax rate or 29.51 mills. Changes in the budget plan from that proposed by the Town Manager include the following: (Read more)
Tolland Animal Control, in conjunction with the Town of Tolland’s Public Safety Department, is presently in the process of implementing a new database to benefit the livestock in our community.
This information would prove crucial in the event of a fire, natural disaster or other animal crisis. We are seeking to compile data that includes the location, number and type of livestock (other than dogs and cats), that reside at each farm or residence. Also, we are looking for volunteers with livestock experience to assist us in the event of a livestock emergency. (Read more)
The Public Hearing on the Town Manager’s Recommended Budget took place on Thursday, April 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Tolland High School. You may click here for the “2008-2009 Budget Information” section of this website which contains links to the presentation given by the Town Manager and other important documents including the recommended budget, budget presentations shown at Town Council meetings, budget meeting dates, and meeting agendas. Questions may be directed to the Town Manager’s Office at 871-3600.
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