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Topics getting the most attention in Town of Amherst public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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2027 Town Budget and Tax Levy Increase

The town board is reviewing the proposed 2027 town budget and capital improvement program, along with a local law to override the tax levy limit if necessary. These financial plans will guide municipal spending and public investments for the upcoming year.

5 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

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New York State Comptroller Audits

Drescher and Malecki presented the 2025 financial audit, giving the town a clean, unmodified opinion and noting strong operating fund balances and sales tax revenues.

2 mentionsLast discussed Aug 10, 2026