Process? What Process?

"If residents are asleep, is it still transparent?"

The record: GMW reported that a late-night FY27 budget discussion included the omission of the $198,315 Town Administrator salary and a surprise reorganization announcement around 11:15 p.m., including a proposed strategic planning/facilities/real estate role.

"Procedure is important, especially after someone mentions it."

The record: GMW reported selectmen raised process and legal concerns about a proposed DPW director raise and the shifting of funds between departments.

"Vote for the budget. Find out what it means later."

The record: GMW reported Boucher argued that once the budget is approved, BOS has flexibility on where to make cuts, amid BOF opposition to a new high-paying DPW management position.

"Process is always followed carefully and consistently."

The record: GMW reported that an email from Boucher derailed a Planning & Zoning vote on an ASML matter, raising questions about executive interference in independent land-use proceedings.

"Wilton finances are strong and stable."

The record: GMW reported roughly $100,000 in unaccounted-for P&Z funds delayed projects and raised oversight questions at Town Hall — an example of system breakdown despite the town's Aaa bond rating.

"Why should I have known this?"

The record: GMW's March 2025 special report found roughly $300,000 in elderly tax credits were disbursed in Jan 2024 and again in Jan 2025 without the Board of Selectmen approval the ordinance requires. Selectwoman Healy said on the record: 'we have to follow the rules and we have to be informed and vote on things that our ordinances tell us to do.' BOS retroactively approved the Jan 2025 disbursement on March 3; Second Selectman Cole said he would call for a formal independent investigation.