Superintendent told the board a new state requirement will force HVAC inspections and evaluations by credentialed professionals and estimated per-school costs in the low five figures; she recommended seeking guidance from the state and considering CIP placement or timing to avoid duplicative work with the new school project.

After the 09/29/2026 referendum passed, the Willington School Building Committee said it will proceed immediately with grant application steps and onboarding an owner's project manager to advance design, appraisals and solicitations.

Committee reported an August 1 state increase of about 1.25 percentage points to Willington's school construction reimbursement, moving the base rate toward 94.58% and lowering the town share on the new-school options by roughly $1.2 million.

District staff told the board a state notice likely makes breakfast free for all students in 2026–27; the board heard staff recommend accepting the change and a $0.25 student lunch-price increase to align with state equity guidelines.

After two failed referendums on the district’s spending, the Willington Board of Finance voted to reduce the proposed budget by $50,000 and asked the board of selectmen to call a town meeting for a third referendum. The meeting centered on cuts to school staff and the prospect of pay‑to‑play athletics.