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Baltimore County Council votes unanimously to adopt new redistributing map following approval by federal judge

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—At Thursday evening’s meeting of the Baltimore County Council, the council unanimously voted to adopt its new redistricting map. Earlier in the day, a U.S. district judge approved the County Council’s revised redistricting map of Baltimore County’s seven council districts, ruling that the new map accurately represents black voters. In February, the judge had granted an injunction against an […]

Baltimore County retains coveted ‘triple A’ bond ratings

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Thursday announced that the Baltimore County has maintained triple-A bond ratings from all three major rating agencies, allowing the County to continue issuing bonds at the lowest possible interest rate-saving millions of dollars for County taxpayers. Moody’s Investor Service, Fitch Ratings, and S&P Global Ratings have each reaffirmed the County’s triple-A rating, making Baltimore […]

Councilwoman Bevins to not seek re-election

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Baltimore County Sixth District Councilwoman Cathy Bevins will not be seeking re-election. Bevins on Tuesday announced that she would not be seeking a fourth term. The councilwoman became the subject of much criticism last year when she briefly moved out of her district, realized she had violated the county charter, then moved back into the Sixth District. Bevin […]

Councilman Marks sponsors bill to bring Pappas’ shipping to Perry Hall

Posted on March 15, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is sponsoring legislation that would allow Pappas Seafood to open a crabcake distribution site at the unoccupied ABC Rental site in the Perry Hall commercial revitalization district. The legislation allows this type of shipping operation to be located in the revitalization district. This will not be a restaurant, as the restaurant will remain in […]

Olszewski introduces bill to resolve public nuisances, enhance public safety

Posted on March 8, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski this week announced plans to introduce the Abatement of Public Nuisances Act, a proposal to amend and update Baltimore County’s longstanding “padlock law,” to authorize the Chief of Police to take action against properties with repeated public nuisance violations. “Enhancing public safety and security in Baltimore County is a top priority and we are […]

Baltimore County Council Proposed Redistricting Map 2021

Federal judge grants injunction against Baltimore County redistricting map

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—In the federal court challenge to Baltimore County’s redistricting plan, brought by several local civil rights organizations, federal judge Lydia Kay Griggsby on Tuesday granted a preliminary injunction blocking implementation of the County’s plan. The judge has ordered officials to submit a new plan that complies with the Voting Rights Act by March 8th. Maryland Matters reports that the […]

Olszewski announces 3 percent cost of living increase for Baltimore County government retirees

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday announced that the Employees’ Retirement Board voted to approve a three percent cost of living adjustment for eligible retirees, effective July 1, 2022. “Our retirees have dedicated their lives to serving the residents of Baltimore County, and they deserve to be recognized for their contributions to our communities,” Olszewski said. “This increase […]

Councilman Marks to seek re-election in reconfigured Fifth District