The Finance Committee (sometimes referred to as the “FinCom”) is comprised of nine resident voters who volunteer their time to review and make recommendations on the town’s annual operating budget, capital plans, and fiscal policies, all as may be prepared and submitted by the Town Manager and Board of Selectmen. The Finance Committee seeks to work with our town’s administration and department heads to continually improve our fiscal policies, investments in infrastructure, short-term and long-term planning, and the overall financial health and stability of our community.

The Finance Committee’s authority is derived from our Town Charter (Section 2-3), our General Bylaws (Section 67), and state law. It plays a vital role in the review and presentation of articles to be voted upon by residents at each Town Meeting, and its recommendations are typically valued by voters when making decisions which affect our community.

The members of the Finance Committee are appointed by the Town Moderator for staggered 3-year terms. If you are interested in volunteering, or if you’d like to obtain more information, please contact Town Moderator Shawn Reilly at his law office (781-878-2568 x15) or contact any current member of the Finance Committee.

Meetings - When: Usually, Wednesday evenings at 7pm.

The Finance Committee typically meets 2-3 times per month, and sometimes weekly, as we progress through the budget process during the months of November through May. The schedule is usually lighter during the remaining months.

Meetings - Where: Cotter Room - Town Hall