FY27 Budget Action Calendar

The FY27 Budget Action Calendar outlines the key milestones, meetings, and decision points that guide the Town of Great Barrington’s annual budget development process. It serves as a roadmap for how the operating and capital budget moves from early planning through public review and ultimately to Town Meeting consideration.

The calendar reflects the coordinated work of Town departments, the Town Manager’s Office, the Select Board, the Finance Committee, and other boards and partners. It identifies when departmental submissions are due, when public meetings and joint budget sessions are held, and when residents can expect opportunities to review and engage with budget information.

A Living, Working Document

The Budget Action Calendar is a working document and should be viewed as flexible rather than fixed. As budget development progresses, new information becomes available, including updated revenue estimates, contractual obligations, capital assessments, external agency costs, grant opportunities, and policy decisions. These inputs can require adjustments to timing, sequencing, or meeting schedules.

When changes occur, the calendar will be updated to reflect the most current information available. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to check back regularly as the FY27 budget continues to evolve.

Why the Calendar Matters

The Budget Action Calendar helps provide transparency into how budget decisions are made and when they occur. It allows the community to:

Understand the steps involved in building the Town’s budget

Track progress throughout the fiscal planning cycle
Anticipate when budget materials and presentations will be available
Identify opportunities for public input and discussion

By sharing this calendar publicly, the Town aims to make the budget process more accessible and understandable, reinforcing trust and accountability in how public resources are planned and allocated.

As the FY27 budget moves forward, this page will remain the central reference point for updated timelines and key budget milestones.

Click here for the most recent Action Calendar, or the image below.

FY27 Budget Action Calendar