Abington Faces $1.6 Million Budget Deficit, Considers Waste Hauling Enterprise Fund

Town officials explore options to address rising costs, including transitioning waste services outside general tax base

ABINGTON - January 13 - Abington officials are grappling with a $1.6 million budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, driven by rising waste hauling costs, increased health insurance premiums, and the ongoing effects of inflation.

Town Manager Scott Lambiase presented the current state of the budget to the Board of Selectmen on Jan 13, outlining the …