The following is a legislative update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki.

As your District 7A Delegates, we’re guided by a vision that lifts every corner of our community—better roads, stronger neighborhoods, and safer communities. Three efforts are at the heart of our work: a traffic light at Oak Crest Village, an eastbound ramp from Route 7 to Route 43, and a new Middle River Library. These aren’t just projects—they’re about building a better Baltimore County and beyond, shaped by your voices and grounded in our commitment to a balanced budget.

Oak Crest Village on Walther Boulevard is home to over 2,000 seniors and 1,200 workers, but its busy entrance—buzzing with cars, ambulances, and trucks—has no signal. Residents told us this matters, and we’ve listened. We’re pressing the county to get that traffic light installed. This isn’t just about one spot; it’s about ensuring senior safety and smoother traffic everywhere—because your concerns deserve action with lasting impact. We are working closely with Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier and Councilman David Marks to have this traffic light installed.

We’ve heard your frustration with a lack of an eastbound ramp from Route 7 to Route 43 in White Marsh. It’s a daily challenge for commuters, families, workers, and the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company. You’ve asked for change, and we’re with you, pushing for an eastbound ramp that will not only improve traffic flows but increase public safety. Currently, the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company has to make a dangerous u-turn on MD 43 to head east. Not only does this endanger our first responders, but it also adds time to an emergency response. In situations where every second matters we shouldn’t be adding unnecessary time to how quickly these first responders can get to your home. We are working with Congressman Andy Harris to make this desperately needed highway improvement happen.

The new Middle River Library is another top issue of ours. You’ve told us it’s a big deal, and we agree. It’s not just a building—it’s a place for learning, connection, and community pride that’ll serve generations. We’re working with county partners to make it happen, just like we’ve done on other projects. Your excitement for this hub inspires us, and we want it to spark progress across other districts too.

These efforts are close to our hearts, but they’re just the start. We’re also strengthening fire services, protecting our bay, and supporting all of District 7A—always with your input leading the way. That’s why we’re so invested in Baltimore County’s FY2026 Budget Town Hall Meetings. These gatherings feature 6-7 p.m. Community Cabinet Open House and a 7-8 p.m. budget presentation, which gives the County Executive a chance to hear directly from you. Tonight at Perry Hall High School, Council District 5’s town hall will be your moment to share what’s on your mind. With 90 seconds per speaker, every voice counts, and we’re eager to learn about your priorities.

We believe in an approach that listens to your concerns and ideas to better represent our communities. We can improve lives through safer streets, better schools, and thriving community spaces. It’s about making smart choices together, focusing on what works, like these projects.

Your thoughts—about Oak Crest Village’s roadway safety, the MD43 and MD7 connectivity challenges, and the Middle River Library’s community impact drives everything we do. Bring these and more to the town hall, reach out to us anytime, and let’s shape solutions that work for you, your neighbors, and our state. We’re in this together, fighting for a Maryland that’s safe, strong, and wise with its resources—because your opinions aren’t just heard, they’re what fuels our mission.

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