Board of Finance Cuts Board of Ed Budget $1.4 Million

After three hours of debate and public input, the Westport Board of Finance voted 4-3 tonight along party lines to reduce the Board of Education’s requested 2009-10 $95.9 million budget by $1.4 million. Four Democrats voted for the cut while three Republicans were opposed, preferring a $1.2 million reduction. The Board of Finance will consider the town’s requested budget at its March 24 meeting. Pictured is Schools Superintendent Elliott Landon addressing the board. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) WestportNow.com photo