Shantelle Malcolm-Lym, Author at Conduit Street

Corporate Partners / Information Technology

MACo Welcomes DMI as New Gold Corporate Partner!

DMI has joined MACo’s Corporate Partner Program as a Gold Partner! Let's learn a little more about DMI and how they combine technical expertise, business strategy, and a collaborative mentality to challenge how people think about digital transformation. DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT-managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration, and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to…

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September 13, 2023

Maryland Dept of Housing Opens Second Round of Applications for Jurisdictions to Receive Laptops

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has opened a second round of applications for local governments and their partners to request laptops for distribution to underserved households in communities throughout Maryland. Local Governments, Community Partners Encouraged to Apply for Devices to Distribute to Underserved Households The $30 million investment to distribute approximately 150,000 devices through the Office of Statewide Broadband is part of an effort to ensure Marylanders have the technology to access reliable,…

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September 13, 2023

County News / Emergency Management / Health and Human Services / Information Technology / News You Can Use / Public Information and Ethics

Howard County Health Department Introduces CAREAPP for Easy Access to Vital Resources

The Howard County Health Department announced the introduction of a mobile application to streamline the CAREAPP user experience. CAREAPP makes it easy to find and connect with over 2,500 Howard County programs for food, health, housing, transportation, education, employment assistance, and more. The free, fully translatable app can be accessed by downloading “CAREAPP Howard County” on any Apple or Android mobile device. “CAREAPP allows community members and partner organizations to find and connect to resources that address…

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September 12, 2023

County Government and Structure / County News / News You Can Use

Prince George’s County OCE Gets New Director of Strategic Partnerships

County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced that Mrs. Barbara Holt Streeter has been hired as the new Director of Strategic Partnerships with the Prince George’s County Office of the County Executive. Mrs. Holt Streeter joins the County with over 25 years of experience providing innovative, detail-oriented, and brand-driven public and community relations, protocol, and event management solutions. “We are excited to welcome Mrs. Barbara Holt Streeter as our new Director of Strategic Partnerships,” said Alsobrooks. “With…

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September 7, 2023

County Government and Structure / County News / News You Can Use / Public Information and Ethics

Prince George’s County Gets New Latino Affairs Liaison in the OCE

County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced today that Mrs. Samantha Howard has been hired as the County’s new Latino Affairs Liaison in the Office of the County Executive. Mrs. Howard joins the County with over 18 years of experience serving as a community liaison in higher education and brings extensive knowledge of the County’s Hispanic/Latino population, community organizations, and partnerships, as well as a passion for fostering deep community relationships. “We are excited to welcome Mrs.…

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September 7, 2023

County Government and Structure / County News / Finance and Procurement / Labor / News You Can Use

Prince George’s County Gets New Deputy Director in the Office of Central Services

County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced today that Ms. Pamela Ford Dickerson has been hired as the new Deputy Director for Procurement, Supplier Development, and Compliance in the Office of Central Services (OCS). Ms. Dickerson joins Prince George’s County Government as a forward-thinking and results-driven contracting professional with more than 19 years of progressive experience and expertise in government budgeting, public procurement, contract compliance, and public policy. “We are excited to welcome Ms. Pamela Ford Dickerson…

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September 7, 2023

Corporate Partners

MACo Welcomes ezVOLTz as New Corporate Partner!

ezVOLTz has joined MACo’s Corporate Partner Program as a Bronze Partner! Let's learn a little more about ezVOLTz and how they've found the solution for cities and local jurisdictions to take charge of their EV infrastructure. The increasing popularity and projected market growth of electric vehicles, expected to rise from 2% to 25-30% by 2030, have prompted the infusion of federal funds into state markets to promote EV adoption. However, municipalities and local authorities face…

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September 7, 2023

Read more about the article MD Dept of Planning Webinar: Inclusive Transportation – Rethinking Transportation Planning and Engineering – Sept 19

News You Can Use / Planning and Zoning / Transportation and Public Works

MD Dept of Planning Webinar: Inclusive Transportation – Rethinking Transportation Planning and Engineering – Sept 19

Maryland Department of Planning to host "Inclusive Transportation – Rethinking Transportation Planning and Engineering" webinar on Tuesday, September 19 at 1:30 p.m. Participants of this live webinar are eligible for 1.5 AICP CM credits. In June 2023, Maryland Governor Wes Moore issued a powerful declaration, setting a bold vision for accessible transportation across the state. He emphasized the need to ensure that every Marylander can access opportunities, regardless of their background, zip code, or income.…

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September 7, 2023

County News / Environment / Planning and Zoning

Maryland Awards $34.6M in Rural Legacy Program Grants

Maryland will provide more than than $34.6 million in Rural Legacy Program grants to county governments and land trusts to purchase conservation easements in designated Rural Legacy Areas throughout the state. Funding will protect 7,400 acres statewide with the largest appropriation in the program’s history. The Board of Public Works unanimously approved the funding on August 23. “From Mountain Maryland to the coastal plains of the Eastern Shore, the Moore-Miller Administration is committed to maintaining the character…

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August 31, 2023

Read more about the article Montgomery County Executive Elrich Initiates ‘Community Conversations’ for FY2025 Budget Input – Mark Your Calendar

County Budgets / County News / Economic Development / Education / Parks and Recreation / Public Information and Ethics / State Budget and Fiscal Issues

Montgomery County Executive Elrich Initiates ‘Community Conversations’ for FY2025 Budget Input – Mark Your Calendar

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, along with the County’s regional services offices and community partners, will host 10 Community Conversations from September through December to seek input on the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The first conversation was held on Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Mid-County Recreation Center in Layhill. The official address of the Mid-County Recreation Center is 2004 Queensguard Road in Silver Spring. Seven of the 10 conversations will be conducted in English,…

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August 31, 2023

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