Shantelle Malcolm-Lym, Author at Conduit Street

Maryland Agriculture Land Preservation Foundation Now Accepting Applications

The Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation (MALPF) Program is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 Easement Cycle. Eligibility requirements include a minimum of 50 contiguous acres, land outside of the 10-year water and sewer plan for the county, and a minimum of 50% Class I, II or III soils. For more information on eligibility and the MALPF easement acquisition process, visit https://mda.maryland.gov/malpf/Pages/Fact-Sheets.aspx The mission of MALPF is: to preserve productive farmland and woodland for the…

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January 15, 2026

Environment / News You Can Use

Prince George’s Announces Major Milestone for Animal Welfare

The Prince George's County Department of the Environment (DoE) announced a major milestone for animal welfare in the County with the hiring of its first-ever full-time County veterinarian, strengthening medical care and services at the Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center (ASFAC). Starting January 13, Dr. Constantine Tinaza will join the Animal Services Division as a full-time veterinarian. Dr. Tinaza brings extensive experience in shelter medicine, livestock care, and disease mitigation expertise that will…

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January 15, 2026

County News / Emergency Management / Environment / Housing and Community Development

Kent County Secures $6.2M in Funding for New Wastewater Treatment Plant

Kent County is moving forward with a major infrastructure investment after securing $6.2 million in federal funding for fiscal year 2026 to construct a new wastewater treatment plant in Millington, replacing aging, flood-prone infrastructure with a modern, resilient facility designed to support public health, environmental protection, and future growth. “I’m proud to have worked with Kent County to secure $6.2 million in agriculture appropriations funding for 2026 to build a new wastewater treatment plant in…

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January 14, 2026

County News / Economic Development

MEDA Study Shows Record ROI for Economic Development in MD Counties

The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) announced that its annual study of county economic development offices in Maryland has found the highest three-year average return on investment documented since MEDA began tracking this data. According to the findings, every $1 invested in county economic development operations over the past three fiscal years has generated an average of $9.18 in combined state and local tax revenue. From the press release: “Consistently tracking this data is essential,…

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January 14, 2026

County Budgets / County News / Elections / Energy / General Assembly News

Setting the Stage for 2026: Affordability, County Priorities, and an Election Year Shift

As Maryland heads into the 2026 General Assembly session, county governments are confronting a familiar challenge, but with sharper edges. In this episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, MACo’s Kevin Kinnally, Michael Sanderson, and Dominic Butchko break down why affordability is the defining theme of the upcoming session. Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to the Conduit Street Blog and stay in the know!

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January 14, 2026

County News / General Assembly News / MACo Testimony

Your Go-To Guide for Submitting Testimony to the 2026 General Assembly

The House and the Senate are using a hybrid system this session, accepting virtual and in-person oral testimony. Still, both houses have stressed that witnesses are strongly encouraged to be in person as not all virtual witnesses will be called for testimony. This post is an easy index for everything you need to submit testimony in 2026. Of Note: The sign-up window for both the House and Senate is two (2) business days before hearings.…

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January 8, 2026

County News / Energy / Environment

Exelon Talks Energy Security and Rising Costs in Maryland

As Maryland heads toward another consequential legislative session, energy policy is once again front and center, and counties are feeling the pressure. In this episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, hosts Kevin Kinnally and Dominic Butchko are joined by Valencia McClure, Senior Vice President of Governmental, Regulatory, and External Affairs at Exelon, for a wide-ranging conversation on energy security, rising costs, and grid reliability. Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts!…

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January 8, 2026

County News / Economic Development / News You Can Use

Mid-Shore Regional Council Featured in National “EDDs in Action” Video

Members, partners, and guests of the Mid-Shore Regional Council (MSRC) were treated to a special video debut during the Council’s quarterly meeting on December 10, 2025. The premiere of EDDs in Action: Mid-Shore Regional Council, is a new mini documentary highlighting the region’s economic development work. The video was produced by the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) and the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC), with funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA).…

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January 8, 2026

County News / Economic Development / Housing and Community Development

Baltimore City’s Affordable Housing TIF Draws Strong Market Response

Mayor Brandon M. Scott has announced that the first series of the City-Wide Affordable Housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Bonds closed on December 23 to a robust market response. This Affordable Housing TIF is a first-of-its-kind tool that plays a pivotal role in making Reframe Baltimore, Mayor Scott’s 15-year $3 billion vacant properties reduction plan, possible. In this round of funding, the City offered $28.8 million in funding to prospective investors that would be used to…

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January 8, 2026

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

Worcester County Commissioners Elect New President and Vice President

On December 2, 2025, the Worcester County Commissioners re-elected Commissioner Theodore J. Elder to serve as president and elected Commissioner Madison J. Bunting, Jr. to serve as vice president of the board. Commissioner Elder represents the Western District (District Four), and he is currently serving his third term. He was elected to the Worcester County Board of Commissioners in 2014 and has been serving as president since December 2024. He also served as vice president…

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January 8, 2026