Budget Process

Use the links below to explore and learn more about Ellington's annual budget process.

The following program is currently available on the Community Voice Channel.  The program features First Selectman Lori Spielman, Town Administrator Matt Reed, Superintendent Scott Nicol, and Finance Officer Tiffany Pignataro.  The video is an overview of the municipal budget process in Ellington and was recorded on 3/17/2025.  See the video HERE.

Budget Deliberations - April 10, 2025
The Board of Finance made adjustments to the proposed budget after receiving comments from the public during past meetings.  The Board reduced proposed expenditures and increased revenue estimates to arrive at a budget that will result in a mill rate increase of 1.5.  The Board voted unanimously to forward the revised budget proposal to the electors of Ellington at a referendum scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025.  The adjustments to the proposed budget can be found here.