AACPS FY2028 Capital Budget Recommendation Workshop 9-14-2026

The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Board of Education held a workshop on September 14, 2026, to review the superintendent's recommended FY2028 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and capital budget. The presentation, led by Interim Chief Operating Officer Jeff Hagen, detailed the district's strategic priorities for maintaining and upgrading over 130 aging facilities valued at $8.5 billion. Key budget requests included $35 million for systemic building renovations focused on HVAC and roofs, $22.5 million for a new consolidated school bus facility, and funding for ongoing construction projects such as Old Mill High School and Middle North. The board discussed challenges including reduced state funding allocations, inflationary pressures, and the need for alternative funding sources such as public-private partnerships. Members expressed concern about the condition of Southern High School, debating systemic renovation versus replacement amid limited funding and state reimbursement formulas tied to enrollment and county wealth. The board emphasized the importance of advocacy for increased capital funding and exploring creative financing options to address deferred maintenance, which currently totals approximately $1.4 billion.