Norwell Faces Potential Override as Budget Challenges Mount

Town officials discuss need for tax increase amid rising costs, flat revenues

NORWELL - February 5 - Norwell officials are grappling with the possibility of an override as budget challenges continue to mount. At the Feb. 5 Select Board meeting, Town Administrator Darleen Sullivan reported that even a level service budget for fiscal year 2026 would require an override, with health insurance and pension costs being major drivers.

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