What’s in Store for 2024 Maryland General Assembly
The Maryland General Assembly kicks off its legislative session in Annapolis on Wednesday, Jan. 10. The session will run for 90 days. It is set to end on Monday, April… Read More
budget
Superintendent Outlines Proposed $3.32 Billion Budget for Next School Year
During a well-choreographed presentation equipped with video highlights of high-achieving students and successful programs, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight presented her proposed Fiscal Year 2025 $3.32… Read More
County Fiscal Outlook Includes ‘Good News’ with Caveats
Thanks to $229.7 million in tax revenues above what Montgomery County had anticipated during Fiscal Year 2023, the financial outlook appears bright. “Obviously, this is good news,” said Council President… Read More
Funding Delays Effect Black Physicans and Healthcare Network
The Black Physicians and Healthcare Network (BPHN) is providing a key service in the County. It has helped connect nearly 1,700 residents with dozens of medical professionals since the program… Read More
Schools Will Honor Raises, Won’t Raise Class Size in ‘Difficult’ Budget
Montgomery County Board of Education members discussed the “difficult choices” they face paying for programs after the Montgomery County Council’s adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Montgomery County Public Schools… Read More
Elrich Responds to 4.7-Cent Property Tax Increase
After the county council approved a $6.7 billion operating budget Thursday, County Executive Marc Elrich said he is thankful more money is going toward schools but criticized a reduced tax… Read More
‘There is Still Time Left’: Unions Implore Council for More School Funding After Preliminary Vote
On Thursday, the Montgomery County Council took a straw vote to pass a 4.7-cent property tax increase and preliminarily approve a $6.7 billion Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget. After the… Read More
Councilmembers Support 4.7-Cent Property Tax Increase
In a straw vote Thursday, the Montgomery County Council voted to support a 4.7-cent property tax increase. The rate would cut County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed increase by more than half.… Read More
Council President Suggests More Transparency in School Budget Process
County Council President Evan Glass suggested leaders revisit the state law around the school budget process in order to strengthen transparency. “I think as Montgomery County’s school budget has grown… Read More
Council Supports School Contracts But Not Entire Funding Request
Montgomery County Councilmembers Friday voiced support for fully funding Montgomery County Public Schools’ employee contracts but appeared unlikely to fully fund the school district’s entire budget request. Montgomery County Executive… Read More
Council Committee Recommends Reducing MCPS Funding Request
Last week, a county council committee moved to reduce some requested funding for Montgomery County Public Schools’ (MCPS) operating budget. On Monday, Council President Evan Glass said the full council… Read More
Council Holds Day 2 of Public Hearings on Proposed Budget
Thursday afternoon Montgomery County Council held a public hearing on County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed operating budget. At-Large Councilmember, Gabe Albornoz says he encourages all residents to share their perspectives,… Read More