Belgrade to Hold Special Town Meeting on July 28 to Address Budget Adjustments
The Town of Belgrade will hold a Special Town Meeting on July 28, 2026, to consider budget adjustments totaling up to $35,209.25. Residents must attend in person to vote, while The Maine Mirror’s Belgrade Town Hub offers easy access to town resources and contact information.
Belgrade Financial Review, Part 1: What the Public Records Show—and the Questions That Remain
Following its review of Belgrade’s 2025 audit, The Maine Mirror expanded its examination to include annual reports, audits, Select Board minutes, budget records, tax rate calculations, and monthly financial reports. This first installment of the Belgrade Financial Review explores what the public records clearly document, clarifies common misconceptions about municipal finances, and identifies the questions that still deserve further reporting.
Clean Audit, Bigger Questions: Belgrade Taxes Rise as Town Holds Millions in Reserves
Belgrade’s 2025 audit received a clean opinion, but the report reveals rising property taxes, millions in reserves, significant capital spending, and a $659,545 accounting correction. Here’s what taxpayers should know about the town’s financial position and the questions residents may want answered.