Weymouth Faces Budget Challenges Amid Rising Costs, Fire Department Staffing Concerns

Town's $213.5 million FY26 budget includes 4% increase while healthcare costs and future revenue growth pose challenges

WEYMOUTH - May 19 - Weymouth's proposed fiscal year 2026 budget faces significant challenges from rising healthcare costs and anticipated declines in new growth revenue, according to presentations at Monday's Town Council meeting.

Mayor Robert Hedlund and Chief of Staff Ted Langill presented the $213.5 million operating budget, which represents a 4% incr…