Salisbury public criticizes firefighter pay raise exclusion, praise police increase in 2027 budget

Salisbury public criticizes firefighter pay raise exclusion, praise police increase in 2027 budget

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council held its public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget, drawing criticism about firefighter investment and excess spending and support for police force funding. Budget Manager Tracey Keyes delivered a short presentation recapping the budget that was first presented on May 18. The $131-million budget includes a 1.9-cent property tax increase, helping fund four new police department positions, police department …