The following Letters to the Editor were sent to NottinghamMD.com during the week of November 27, 2023. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in letters to our community should not be interpreted as the viewpoint of NottinghamMD.com. Letter #1 Response to Councilman Marks announces passage of bill to eliminate paper bag fees at fast food restaurants, pharmacies “Weak men are vicious men.” […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—With the closing of filing for the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Thursday announced that his office has initiated a review of a historic amount of land in the Eastside communities of Kingsville, Perry Hall, White Marsh, and Middle River. Altogether, Councilman Marks has requested that 3,343 acres be downzoned to as green space […]
From Councilman David Marks: I am responding to Glen Geelhaar’s latest smear against me (NottinghamMd.com, November 27). For the record, I voted to cut the bag fee in half, submitted the exemption for small businesses, and strongly supported every exemption that passed. I authored and passed the legislation that exempted fast food restaurants, pharmacies, and other small businesses. That is why […]
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in letters to our community should not be interpreted as the viewpoint of NottinghamMD.com. UPDATE: Councilman David Marks has issued a response. Original story below… ——— Dear NottinghamMD.com Editor, I am writing in response to the November 20th article, “Councilman Marks announces passage of bill to eliminate paper bag fees at fast food restaurants, pharmacies.” While […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—THE AVENUE at White Marsh is spreading holiday cheer by helping to feed the hungry. THE AVENUE has donated $2,586 to the Perry Hall United Methodist Church food pantry. More than 100 families benefit every month from this food pantry. The money was raised from purchases of the sod removed to open THE AVENUE’s ice skating rink, according to […]
KINGSVILLE, MD—At the request of a Kingsville resident, Councilman David Marks contacted the Maryland State Highway Administration regarding safety issues at the intersection of Bradshaw Road and Philadelphia Road. The state will be replacing the existing advance intersection warning sign with a new, larger sign to enhance visibility along eastbound Philadelphia Road. Additionally, to increase sight distance, the state is […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Monday announced the passage of Bill 72-23, which exempts fast food restaurants and pharmacies from any charges related to the Bring Your Own Bag Act. The legislation, which the Baltimore County Council passed by a vote of 6-to-1, can be found online here (PDF). The legislation adds package bulk items, pharmacies, and fast […]
MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Local first responders and elected officials gave back to the community in a big way over the weekend. On Saturday morning, Official Ravens Roost BQ invited members of Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine, the Baltimore County Police Department, and the Baltimore County Fire Department in giving 150 Thanksgiving dinners to local families in need. Also participating […]