2026 Budget Town Hall - District 4

The Baltimore County 2026 Budget Town Hall for District 4, held on March 19, 2026, focused on discussing the upcoming fiscal year 2027 budget priorities with residents and stakeholders. County Executive Kathy Klausmeier and Councilman Julian Jones highlighted significant capital investments, including nearly $220 million for improvements at 12 schools in District 4, $8 million for parks and recreation facilities, and over $65 million for a new co-located recreation center and library. The Director of Budget and Finance, Kevin Reed, provided an overview of the county's $4.8 billion operating budget and $3.2 billion six-year capital budget, emphasizing funding sources such as taxes, grants, and bonds, and noting fiscal challenges including state and federal uncertainties and rising costs. Public testimony included requests for increased capital funding for volunteer fire apparatus replacement, expanded community and senior center facilities, improved transportation and infrastructure, and support for youth and immigrant services. Several speakers urged the county to consider adjustments to funding formulas and to prioritize capital projects to address aging facilities and community needs. The town hall concluded with an invitation for further public input and a commitment to incorporate community feedback into the budget process.