Board of Education Seeks Members for Operating Budget Review Committee, Apply by May 19, 2025

March 31st, 2025

Application Deadline: Monday, May 19, 2025

The Board of Education of Howard County invites community organizations and individuals to express interest in appointments to the Board’s Operating Budget Review Committee (OBRC) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

The OBRC provides input and recommendations to the Board regarding the school system’s operating budget, including funding priorities, new initiatives, and other budget-related matters. The OBRC includes individuals appointed by community organizations and individuals appointed by Board members.

• OBRC meetings will be every other Wednesday from September 2025 through May 2026, except the OBRC may meet every Wednesday in January and February 2026.
• Meetings will be virtual from 7 to 8:30 p.m., except the first meeting will be in-person.
• Committee members are expected to review budget material and attend at least half of the meetings and may designate an alternate to attend in the case of absence.

Community organizations and individuals can submit a statement of interest online by Monday, May 19, 2025. David Clark, the Board’s Liaison to the OBRC, will contact organizations selected to make appointments and individuals appointed by Board members. Please contact Mr. Clark if you have any questions at David_Clark@HCPSS.org.