Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks, along with key staff from the agency, recently visited Cecil County to listen and learn about agriculture in the Eastern Shore’s northernmost county. “Cecil County agriculture perfectly represents what a thriving agricultural community looks like,” said Secretary Atticks. “Seeing first hand the many ways that farmers and community members are integrating their life and products into the local economy was remarkable.” The full day tour kicked off with…

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today released the draft Master Plan 2030, an aspirational planning document intended to guide the County Executive, the County Council, and County departments in promoting responsible development in an equitable and environmentally sensitive manner throughout the next decade and beyond, for public review and comment. The final Master Plan 2030 will be released following completion of the public comment period. “Master Plan 2030 establishes a vision and sets important priorities for…

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball was joined today by Governor Wes Moore to unveil plans for a reimagined and transformative library in Downtown Columbia. The project will be coupled with expanded mixed-income housing opportunities for the growing community. The 100,000 square-foot structure will foster creativity, learning, and civic engagement. It will be the first, innovative library of its kind in the region. Designs unveiled were created by Heatherwick Studio, an internationally recognized firm that created…

Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater announces the appointment of longtime county government administrator John Peterson as Chief Administrator Officer, effective April 10. Mr. Peterson comes to Frederick County from Howard County Government, where he has served as Assistant CAO since 2019. He also has held management positions at Howard County Public Schools, Anne Arundel County Government, and the State Retirement and Pension System of Maryland. “John has held senior roles in larger charter governments, which…

The Calvert County Department of Economic Development announces the opening of a new Tourism Development Incentive Fund to help Calvert County businesses and nonprofits who wish to host a special event in Calvert County. Organizations may apply for up to $25,000 to offset certain fees associated with hosting a special event that is open to the public on county-owned and -operated property, except events held at Calvert County parks. Assistance will be available to businesses…

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is leading an economic development mission to Taiwan to promote the advantages for Taiwanese organizations to establish or expand their U.S. operations in Montgomery County.  The trip is an outgrowth of an invitation he received from the Taipei Computer Association (TCA) to speak at its 2023 Smart Cities Summit and Expo about the County’s Climate Action Plan and Net Zero activities. Montgomery County now is a featured delegation at this Summit, which…

Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced the appointment of several new members to the County Government team.  The County Executive welcomed Anthony C. Bennett, Adriana Caldarelli, Alison Flores, and Denise Robinson, saying "each of these individuals possess a great deal of knowledge and expertise in their respective field." Mr. Anthony C. Bennett is the County’s new Inspector General and Director of the Office of Integrity, Compliance, and Police Accountability. He joins the County with…

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced applications are now being accepted for Transform Howard Innovation Grants. With $500,000 in grant funding available, these grants provide local non-profits with an opportunity to design and implement forward thinking, emerging and creative ideas to help them better serve county residents. Grant awards will range from $10,000 to $50,000. Launched in May 2021, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the goals of Transform Howard is to transform Howard County into…

Mayor Brandon M. Scott joined the Departments of Public Works, Transportation, Recreation and Parks, General Services, and Human Resources to announce that the City of Baltimore is now offering $10,000 bonuses to existing employees and new employees hired to perform jobs that require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) by these agencies. Mayor Scott along with DPW Director Jason W. Mitchell Ed.D., DOT Interim Director Corren Johnson, Recreation and Parks Director Reginald Moore, DGS Director Berke…