Read more about the article FAMLI Check-In: What Counties Need to Know
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FAMLI Check-In: What Counties Need to Know

Maryland's Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program is nearing implementation, and counties face key decisions about how they'll participate. On this week's Conduit Street Podcast, MACo's Dominic Butchko and Karrington Anderson break down the latest FAMLI developments, including changes in the private insurance market, new coverage options for counties, and the financial and administrative considerations shaping local government preparations.   Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe…

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October 23, 2026
Read more about the article Carroll Maintains Triple AAA Bond Ratings for Ninth Consecutive Year
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Carroll Maintains Triple AAA Bond Ratings for Ninth Consecutive Year

Carroll County has maintained the highest possible credit ratings from all three major rating agencies for the ninth consecutive year, supporting favorable borrowing costs for county infrastructure and capital projects. Carroll County announced that Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody's have reaffirmed its AAA/AAA/Aaa bond ratings, respectively, marking the ninth consecutive year the County has received the highest possible ratings from all three agencies. The ratings reflect the County's financial position and creditworthiness, helping…

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October 22, 2026
Read more about the article Calvert County Parks & Recreation Earns National Reaccreditation
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Calvert County Parks & Recreation Earns National Reaccreditation

Calvert County's Department of Parks & Recreation has earned national reaccreditation after demonstrating compliance with 154 standards for park and recreation agency operations, management, and service delivery. The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation has earned reaccreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), recognizing the department's continued adherence to national standards for parks and recreation services. CAPRA is the only national…

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October 22, 2026
Read more about the article Anne Arundel County Cuts Permit Review Times by Up to 50%
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Anne Arundel County Cuts Permit Review Times by Up to 50%

Anne Arundel County reports significant reductions in permit review times following improvements to its digital permitting system, with online applications now accounting for nearly 94% of submissions. Anne Arundel County has reduced permit review times by 34% to 50% across standard project categories over the past several years, according to an October 15 announcement from County Executive Steuart Pittman and the Department of Inspections and Permits. The improvements come as the County continues to modernize…

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October 22, 2026
Read more about the article The Briefing Room: The Real Deal on Land Banking
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The Briefing Room: The Real Deal on Land Banking

What if vacant and abandoned properties could become opportunities for new housing and neighborhood revitalization? In Episode 14 of The Briefing Room, MACo's Dominic Butchko and co-host Terry Hickey, Director of Baltimore County's Department of Housing and Community Development, welcome Baltimore City Council Member Odette Ramos to break down land banking and its potential to address housing challenges across Maryland. Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to…

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October 20, 2026
Read more about the article Prediction Markets, AI Agents, and Who Sets the Rules
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Prediction Markets, AI Agents, and Who Sets the Rules

From betting on election outcomes to AI agents acting on their own, emerging technologies are raising new questions about regulation, accountability, and the role of government. On this week's Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson welcome back Ben Yelin of the University of Maryland Center for Health and Homeland Security and the University of Maryland Carey School of Law for a "tech talk" about the rapidly changing technology landscape. Tune in to the…

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October 16, 2026
Read more about the article Allegany Finalizes Agreement for 65-Home Redevelopment in Cumberland
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Allegany Finalizes Agreement for 65-Home Redevelopment in Cumberland

Allegany County has finalized a development agreement with D.R. Horton to transform the former Allegany High School property into a 65-home residential community, expanding local housing options and returning the site to productive use. The Village Crossing at Campobello project will include at least 44 attached homes and 21 detached homes, with anticipated prices ranging from about $180,000 to under $300,000. The agreement allows D.R. Horton to acquire residential lots in phases as the redevelopment…

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October 15, 2026
Read more about the article Frederick County To Host First County-Based Farm2Food Accelerator
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Frederick County To Host First County-Based Farm2Food Accelerator

Frederick County will host the first county-based cohort of the NASDA Foundation's Farm2Food Accelerator in January 2027, offering farmers and food businesses training to develop and market products made with locally sourced agricultural ingredients. The Frederick County Office of Agriculture is bringing the 12-week program to the County to help agricultural businesses develop new products and expand their market opportunities. The initiative focuses on value-added agriculture, allowing farmers and food producers to generate additional revenue…

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October 15, 2026
Read more about the article Anne Arundel Secures Nearly $5M in Federal Funding for Firefighter Staffing
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Anne Arundel Secures Nearly $5M in Federal Funding for Firefighter Staffing

Anne Arundel County received a $4.97 million federal grant to support 26 additional EMT/firefighter positions over three years, expanding emergency response staffing and advancing the County's long-term service planning. The funding comes through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program, which helps fire departments increase or maintain the number of trained frontline firefighters serving their communities. The 26 additional positions will support the Anne Arundel County…

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October 14, 2026
Read more about the article Baltimore City Reports Results From Summer Youth Engagement and Safety Strategy
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Baltimore City Reports Results From Summer Youth Engagement and Safety Strategy

Baltimore City's 2026 summer youth engagement strategy connected thousands of young people with employment, recreation, and educational opportunities while coordinating community-based safety efforts across multiple City agencies. Baltimore City has released results from its BMore this Summer: In the Mix in '26 initiative, which combined youth programming with proactive safety engagement to provide young people with activities, resources, and support outside of school hours. The initiative brought together the Mayor's Office, Baltimore City Recreation &…

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October 14, 2026
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