TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Council will hold two public hearings on the county’s proposed Master Plan for 2030. A copy of the Master Plan is available online here. The first hearing will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m. immediately following the 4 p.m. work session in the County Council Hearing Chamber, 2nd Floor, 400 Washington Ave., Towson, […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order (PDF) establishing the Longevity Ready Maryland initiative, directing the Maryland Department of Aging to prioritize the well-being of older people, people living with disabilities, and caregivers across all of state government, proactively addressing the needs arising from a growing older adult population. “Our administration made a commitment to honor the […]
TOWSON, MD—County Executive Johnny Olszewski and County Administrative Officer Stacy L. Rodgers on Thursday announced that Rodgers will retire from Baltimore County government in April 2024. Rodgers, who has served as the County Administrative Officer since 2019, will depart County service after serving more than 30 years in federal, state, and local government agencies and non-profit organizations. She is the […]
The following is a legislative update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. As we prepare for a new year filled with resolutions and growth, we took some time to review the highlights of what has taken place between the 2023 and upcoming 2024 legislative sessions. Once we return to Baltimore County after Sine Die, the work does not end. […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough on Thursday announced that the county continued to experience sharp declines in homicides and non-fatal shootings in 2023. As of December 31, 2023, the county recorded 29 homicides — down nearly 15 percent year over year and down 47 percent compared to 2021. The county’s 2023 homicide […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski this week announced his sixth annual series of signature town hall meetings to hear from constituents and stakeholders about their ideas and priorities for the County’s FY25 budget. Seven meetings, one for each district in Baltimore County, will provide a forum for public discussion focused on future budget priorities and ensure that community members […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced judicial appointments to the Howard County Circuit Court and to the Baltimore County Circuit Court. Magistrate Lara Weathersbee will serve as judge on the Howard County Circuit Court. Patricia DeMaio, Marc DeSimone, and James Rhodes will serve as judges on the Baltimore County Circuit Court. “Ensuring equal justice under law is more than […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2024 in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and all branches of the Baltimore County Public Library will be will be closed. All Baltimore County parking meters will be free on the holiday. No Trash, Recycling or […]