Statement by Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President of Montgomery College, on FY15 Operating and Capital Budget Decisions by the County Council
I am most grateful for the operating and capital budget decisions made Thursday by the Montgomery County Council. Its investment will enable the College to protect affordability, advance excellence, and enhance access and success. The council’s actions are proof that the horizon shines brightly as we approach the end of another academic year at Montgomery College. The fiscal year 2015 operating budget will include $17.8 million in county support, which marks an increase of 18 percent over last year. Combined with an increase of $3 million in state funding support, our budget will enable