Hanson Proposes $3 Million Tax Override to Avert Service Cuts

Officials say increase would fund increased firefighters, maintain school budget, and prevent reductions in police and public works

HANSON - April 22 - Town of Hanson officials are asking residents to approve a $3 million tax override to maintain essential services and prevent significant cuts across multiple departments.

The proposed override would allow the hiring of four additional firefighters, eliminate the need to appropriate $1.061 million in free cash, and avert reductions in…