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Community college proposes $142.9 million FY 2026 budget; leaders flag federal funding and equity risks
Summary
Prince George's Community College presented a $142.9 million FY 2026 operating budget. Officials said the increase rests on state aid and tuition while county contribution holds; they warned that federal uncertainty around Predominantly Black Institutions funding and other grants could affect programs and staff.
The Prince George's County Education and Workforce Development Committee reviewed the Prince George's Community College (PGCC) fiscal 2026 proposed operating budget of $142,900,000, a $6,300,000 (4.6%) increase the college said is driven primarily by state aid and tuition and fees, while the county contribution is proposed to remain at $46,900,000 (date not specified).
Aaron Rivera, director of the Education and Workforce Development Committee, introduced the presentation. "The Prince George's Community College fiscal year 2026 proposed operating budget is $142,900,000," Rivera said. College representatives summarized enrollment trends, federal funding risks and capital priorities.
Why it matters: college leadership said proposed increases would mainly fund compensation and fringe benefits; however, officials warned that federal policy changes and pauses in grant processes could reduce revenue and affect student programs and staff funded by federal dollars.
PGCC representatives told the committee total student enrollment (credit and noncredit) has rebounded…
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