In a recent government meeting, Rockville Mayor Monique Ashton addressed the Board of Education, emphasizing the urgent need for capital improvements in local schools. Speaking on behalf of the city council, Mayor Ashton expressed gratitude for the Board's ongoing efforts but raised concerns regarding the proposed FY 2026 capital budget.

The mayor highlighted the issue of aging facilities within Rockville Schools, noting that while the Board approved a significant capital project for Twinbrook Elementary School, the recommended Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) reallocates $3 million in future expenditures to other projects. This shift could delay essential construction funds and extend the timeline for necessary improvements.

Mayor Ashton underscored the community's long-standing advocacy for these improvements, stating that they have been pressing for the needs of this underserved area for the past 15 years. The Board is set to take action on the superintendent's recommended capital budget and amendments on November 21, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., making this a critical moment for the future of Rockville's educational infrastructure.