Town of Pelham 2025 Proposed Budget: Town Budget Memo 2025 In recent discussions, the Town Council carefully reviewed and ultimately voted to break the tax cap to present the 2025 town budget. This decision was not made lightly, but it was necessary to cover critical increases in costs that affect the community’s essential services and operational needs. To provide context, the 2024 budget appropriations were $6,703,375.16, with revenues of $3,364,559.48, resulting in a need to raise $3,338,815.68 through taxes. For 2025, the town’s total appropriations have increased to $7,182,220.84, with projected revenues of $3,254,981.29. To help offset this, $280,000 is being drawn from the town’s fund reserve, but the amount to be raised by taxes will still increase to $3,647,239.55—a necessary rise to maintain vital town operations and improvements. Key areas requiring this additional funding include: Police Facility Renovation: $100,000 is being earmarked for capital improvements for our town hall which are critical to maintain and upgrade the facilities when the Village of Pelham Police department relocates to the new Village Municipal center in 2025. We are also actively seeking grant money to assist us with the costs of this necessary project. Ambulance Contract: Includes an increase by $64,000 – This is a contractual expense for timely, quality emergency medical services for all residents. Library Budget: Includes an Increase of  $54,000 – Supporting our library services, a community hub for education and resources, remains a priority for the town. Insurance: Rising costs include a medical insurance increase of 10% and a liability Insurance increase of 15% Mandated Retirement and Employment Benefits: Increased by $44,500 – As mandated costs rise, meeting these obligations is essential to support our employees’ future financial security. The impact taxpayers can expect is as follows: 2024 Tax on a home assessed at 1 Million  was $754.78 (homestead) 2025 Tax on a home assessed at 1 Million is $777.37 (homestead) The increase is $22.59 The Town Council will hold a budget hearing on Monday, December 2nd at 7pm on the 2nd floor of Town Hall. All residents are invited to review the preliminary budget and be heard during public comment. Preliminary Budget 2025  

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Advisory:

Westchester County Departmernt of Health

Fact Sheet COVID-19

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

As you may have heard, a New Rochelle resident was determined to have been infected with coronavirus (COVID-19) and is currently being treated at a New York City hospital. This is the second confirmed case in New York State and the first in the tri-state area. At 3pm today, Mayor Mullen and Village leadership joined a briefing with Westchester County officials to discuss the steps being taken to keep our residents safe.

At this point, there is no cause for undue alarm. The risk of becoming infected with COVID-19 in Westchester County remains low. Even in cases that may occur in our area, most people are likely to experience mild to moderate symptoms with full recovery. In addition to staying informed, you can reduce your risk of becoming infected by taking proper prevention measures similar to what is recommended to avoid the common cold and flu.

If you believe you may be infected with COVID-19, please do NOT go to the emergency room. Call your doctor first so that precautions may be taken to protect the health and safety of others.

Our local first responders are prepared to respond to any emergencies that arise, following protocols developed by the CDC in collaboration with the New York State and Westchester County Departments of Health. We will continue to monitor this evolving situation, communicate closely with area officials and provide updates as necessary.

If you have questions about COVID-19, the New York State Department of Health has set up a hotline at (888) 364-3065 where DOH experts will be available to answer any questions you may have.

Additional resources can be found at the CDC Coronavirus Disease 2019 Situation Summary Webpage:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/summary.html

and the Westchester Department of Health Webpage:

https://health.westchestergov.com/2019-novel-coronavirus.