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St. Mary's school board hears FY2027 budget; public urges keeping operations staff
Summary
Board staff presented a $307.1 million FY2027 spending plan with a roughly 3% increase and projected recurring state aid of about $149.3 million; public commenters urged the Board and county commissioners to preserve operations and frontline positions that supporters say protect health and safety.
St. Mary's County Board of Education staff presented the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget at a public hearing Jan. 21, 2026, detailing a $307.1 million recommendation that represents a roughly 3% increase over the current year.
Board staff said the superintendent's recommended budget prioritizes instructional salaries (an increase of about $3.4 million), special education ($1.6 million), student transportation ($1.0 million) and fixed charges ($2.0 million). Staff reported projected recurring state aid of approximately $149.3 million, an increase of about $2.7 million over the current fiscal…
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