March 15th, 2023 by WCBC Radio

The Allegany County Board of Education voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the superintendent’s proposed FY 2024 budget which total $34.2 million- which represents a 7.4% increase in local funding.  Finance Director Larry Mckenzie provided an overview beginning a look at the top priorities…

Mckenzie noted that there are still some bills being considered in the Maryland General Assembly that could have a fiscal impact and result in some changes;  and he added that the budget will be presented to the Allegany County Commissioners in public session later this  month. School Board member Tammy Fraley applauded the superintendent and the finance department for creating a budget that does not dip into the board’s reserve funds…