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Board picks Built-to-Learn plan that blends renewal projects and school renovations after equity debate
Summary
After a lengthy debate about equity, facility age and state funding rules, the Howard County Board of Education adopted Alternate Plan 1 (using remaining Build to Learn funds for a mix of projects) and approved the FY27 capital budget and 10‑year long-range plan; votes on these measures were 5–2.
The Howard County Board of Education on Feb. 26 adopted a Built to Learn Act plan (Alternate Plan 1) after extended discussion about project priorities, equity and the state’s eligibility rules. Staff presented three alternate plans that would deploy an estimated $75.5 million in remaining state Build to Learn Act funds across renewal, HVAC and larger renovation projects; each plan required different local funding commitments…
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