Bellport Village to Hold Budget Hearing Monday

The Village of Bellport will hold a public hearing on its tentative budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

 

The hearing will take place at the Bellport Community Center, located at 4 Bell Street in Bellport. The Board of Trustees will also hold its regular scheduled meeting at 7:00 p.m., following the budget hearing.

 

What to Expect at the Hearing

 

During the public hearing, residents will have the opportunity to review the tentative budget and voice their opinions on any items contained within it. The budget covers the fiscal year beginning June 1, 2026.

 

Interested persons may obtain a copy of the tentative budget at the Village Clerk's office, located at 29 Bellport Lane, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

 

Proposed Compensation

 

The tentative budget includes proposed compensation for elected officials:

 

Mayor (four-year term): $9,000 per year

 

Trustees (four-year term): $5,400 per year

 

Why Your Voice Matters

 

Budget hearings are a key opportunity for residents to participate in local government. Village budgets determine funding for essential services, infrastructure projects, and community programs that affect daily life in Bellport.

 

Any person may speak in favor of or against the tentative budget, or any specific items within it, during the hearing.