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New Leadership to Drive Baltimore’s Future in Transportation & Urban Planning

Baltimore City is embarking on a new chapter in urban development with the appointment of two dynamic leaders: Veronica P. McBeth as the Director of the Department of Transportation and Jon Laria as the Planning Commission Chair. Sworn in during a special ceremony at City Hall on February 20, 2025, both leaders bring extensive experience and a shared commitment to transforming the city into a more connected, equitable, and sustainable place. Director McBeth has decades…

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February 27, 2025
Read more about the article 9-1-1 & 9-8-8: Better Coordination, Better Service for Marylanders in Crisis
MACo Testimony
9-1-1 & 9-8-8: Better Coordination, Better Service for Marylanders in Crisis

On February 11, Policy Fellow Charlotte Fleckenstein testified before the Health and Government Operations Committee in support of HB 421 - Public Safety – 9-1-1 Trust Fund – 9-8-8 Suicide Prevention Hotline.  This bill improves coordination between 9-1-1 emergency services and the 9-8-8 crisis response system while preserving the integrity of dedicated 9-1-1 funding. By allowing limited 9-1-1 Trust Fund resources to support shared operational needs such as software integration and joint training, the bill removes…

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February 12, 2025
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