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Olszewski appoints Baltimore County’s first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday announced that Giuliana Valencia-Banks will serve as Baltimore County’s first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator and Joel Beller will serve as Acting Director of Government Affairs. As the Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator – a newly created position – Valencia-Banks will be a part of Baltimore County’s Office of Community and Engagement and will […]

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Governor Hogan accepts legislative and congressional maps from Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission, orders special session of General Assembly [VIDEO]

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday accepted the final certified legislative and congressional maps submitted by the Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission and transmitted them to the Maryland General Assembly. The governor also signed a proclamation calling for a special session of the General Assembly beginning Monday, December 6 for the purpose of acting on the commission’s maps. The new maps […]

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Governor Hogan announces $150 million initiative to ‘Re-fund the Police’ [VIDEO]

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday announced a $150 million Re-Fund The Police Initiative to provide much-needed support and resources to state and local police agencies in their efforts to fight violent crime. Coming at an especially challenging time for members of law enforcement across the country, this initiative is the first in a series of announcements the governor will […]

MEMA becomes Maryland Department of Emergency Management

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

REISTERSTOWN, MD—The Maryland Emergency Management Agency will become the Maryland Department of Emergency Management effective Friday, October 1, 2021. It will be a principal department reporting directly to the Governor’s office, and will have greater flexibility to handle administrative functions, especially during emergencies. As part of this transition, the Maryland 9-1-1 Board will become part of the newly established department. […]

Baltimore County work group issues recommendations for reducing residential truck traffic

Posted on September 1, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Residential Truck Traffic Work Group on Wednesday released its final report detailing recommendations for reducing truck traffic in residential areas through the implementation of a vehicle height monitoring camera program. “My administration is committed to providing a more responsive government and I’m proud that we are taking steps to address longstanding community concerns regarding heavy truck […]

Governor Hogan announces additional vetoes

Posted on May 29, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—In addition to the vetoes announced earlier this week, Governor Larry Hogan on Friday announced in letters to General Assembly leaders that, in accordance with Article II, Section 17 of the Maryland Constitution, he has vetoed the following legislation passed during the 2021 legislative session: HB 1322 – Primary and Secondary Education – School Personnel Not Returning to In-Person […]

BCoPD Parkville Officer of the Year 2019 2020

Parkville Precinct presents 2019, 2020 Officer of the Year Awards

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

PARKVILLE, MD—The Baltimore County Police Department’s Parkville Precinct held a ceremony this week to present their 2019 and 2020 Officer of the Year Awards. Officer Annette Savoy (2019) and Officer Erik Jenkins (2020) each took home the award. BCoPD said the following about each recipient: Officer Jenkins “As a 13-year veteran, Officer Jenkins maintains a high level of criminal and […]

Governor Hogan vetoes bill that would eliminate life sentences without parole for juveniles

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has announced actions on legislation passed by the General Assembly during the 2021 legislative session. The governor has vetoed SB494 – Juveniles Convicted as Adults – Sentencing – Limitations and Reductions. Governor Hogan issued the following statement on the matter: “Our administration has consistently demonstrated a historic commitment to criminal justice reform. In 2016, we passed […]

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