The Prince George County government meeting held on September 9, 2025, focused primarily on a resolution for a budget amendment and appropriation concerning the school division's carryover funds. The meeting began with a presentation by Dr. Drury, who outlined the school board's urgent request for funding.
Dr. Drury explained that the school board sought an appropriation of $625,000 to replace five aging mobile classrooms, referred to as "educational cottages," which are 28 years old. Additionally, the board requested $100,000 for repairs to eroded areas surrounding drain inlets at JE J Moore Middle School. This request was made in advance of the county's audit, which is scheduled for December, with the understanding that any future carryover requests would be adjusted accordingly.
Dr. Drury noted that preliminary estimates for fiscal year 2025 indicated that the school division would have sufficient funding in their operating revenues to meet this obligation, allowing for a positive fund balance at the fiscal year-end.
Following the presentation, board members discussed the request. Mr. Cox made a motion to approve the resolution for the budget amendment and appropriation of $725,000, which was seconded by Mrs. Wymack. The motion was put to a vote, and all members present voted in favor, resulting in the motion's approval.
In summary, the meeting successfully addressed the school division's urgent funding needs, allowing for timely improvements to educational facilities in Prince George County.