Scituate Braces for “Trying Years” with Balanced FY27 Budget

Zoning Tensions Flare Over Coastal Decks

SCITUATE - March 10, 2026 - The Scituate Select Board moved to finalize the April Town Meeting warrant on Tuesday, unveiling a balanced $25.9 million general fund operating budget that avoids layoffs but leaves seven requested police and fire positions unfunded. While the town remains in “pretty good shape” compared to neighboring communities facing def…