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Calvert County schools flag fuel and encumbrance pressures as budget concerns

Calvert County Board of Education · April 23, 2026
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CFO Chris Jewett told the board the district’s unrestricted revenues were $209,491,889 and expenditures $187,286,832 through March 31; transportation expenditures plus encumbrances exceed budget by roughly $241,000, driven by rising fuel costs, and fixed‑charges encumbrances (including salary taxes) warrant follow‑up.

Calvert County Public Schools’ chief financial officer told the school board on May 4 that the district is tracking revenues and expenditures consistent with the fiscal year but is monitoring specific cost pressures that may require budget adjustments.

Chris Jewett presented the nine‑month financial report, saying total unrestricted revenues stood at $209,491,889, about 73% of the total budget, and total unrestricted expenditures were $187,286,832 as of March 31. Jewett said encumbrances totaled $89,597,109 and…

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