Read more about the article Stacy Schaefer New Executive Director of Resilience Authority of Charles County
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Stacy Schaefer New Executive Director of Resilience Authority of Charles County

The Resilience Authority of Charles County will welcome Stacy Schaefer as Executive Director. Schaefer will begin her employment on Monday, Jan. 23. A partnership has been formed to fund the position utilizing resources from the Resilience Authority of Charles County, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Chesapeake and Coastal Service. As executive director of the Resilience Authority, Schaefer will be responsible for overseeing the creation and…

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January 18, 2023
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three+one Provides Tools that Understand Your Time Commitment

MACo Endorsement Partner three+one is made by public officials for public officials. Cashvest® by three+one® uses proprietary algorithms to produce data-driven analysis and time-horizon evaluations. This information is applied to safely increase yields on current cash deposits and enhance revenue sources. Budgetary pressures have never been greater for public sector entities and higher ed institutions. cashvest® will identify the longevity and predictability of your cash liquidity, giving you superior options for your bank deposits. Your time…

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January 16, 2023
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Southern MD Designated National Heritage Area

The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act was passed by Congress, bringing about an important designation to boost awareness of Southern Maryland. According to a Destination Southern Maryland press release, The Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act was included in the recently passed year-end government spending bill and will be signed into law by President Biden. This designation recognizes the unique significance of Southern Maryland to the nation’s history. Becoming the Southern Maryland National Heritage…

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January 16, 2023
Read more about the article 4 Ways to Keep Up with General Assembly News
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4 Ways to Keep Up with General Assembly News

Want to have the latest news from Annapolis? Here are 4 ways to keep up with 2023 Maryland General Assembly news: 1. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook. 2. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter. Read This Week on Conduit Street, an e-newsletter issued every Friday. During the session, issues include a working agenda for the upcoming Legislative Committee meeting, state hearing schedule, timely legislative updates, and Maryland Association of Counties’ testimony of proposed legislation. Issues published during…

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January 16, 2023
Read more about the article MACo Member Discount – February Grant Writing Training in DC
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MACo Member Discount – February Grant Writing Training in DC

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Washington, DC - February 23-24, 2023.  Attend this class and learn how to find the funding sources and write winning grant proposals. Beginning and experienced grant writers from city, county and state agencies as well as healthcare organizations, nonprofits, K-12, colleges and universities are encouraged to attend. Tuition for Maryland Association of Counties members and their staff is $465,…

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January 16, 2023
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See How It Went – Winter #MACoCon Photo Recap

MACo's Winter Conference, "Hit the Ground Running," was a triumphant success! Held in Cambridge, MD, January 4-6, with a Newly Elected Officials Orientation for new county officials on January 3, more than 1,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector gathered for the event as a new four-year term in Maryland began. See how it went, and plan to join us at our upcoming conferences: Summer Conference: August 16-19, Ocean City, MD Winter Conference,…

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January 10, 2023
Read more about the article Takeaways from Expert Communicators on How to Amplify Your Message
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Takeaways from Expert Communicators on How to Amplify Your Message

This thought-provoking, dynamic session taught attendees to effectively navigate modern communication channels and steer clear of perilous pitfalls.  The right communication strategies can build a bridge between government officials and the public they serve. The wrong strategies can find you treading in dangerous waters. Officials must find the right methods for engaging with constituents to foster trust, support, and understanding. In this digital age, social media is just one increasingly powerful tool that – when…

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January 10, 2023
Read more about the article 2023 MACo Leadership Installed at Winter Conference
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2023 MACo Leadership Installed at Winter Conference

The Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) is pleased to announce the installation of the 2023 Board of Directors and Officers. On Thursday evening, January 5, 2023, Lieutenant Governor Boyd Rutherford installed the MACo Board of Directors for 2023. The installation took place at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Hotel in Cambridge, Maryland, during the MACo Winter Conference Inaugural Banquet. “Our local and regional partnerships have proven to be more critical than ever on the road…

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January 6, 2023
Read more about the article Congratulations! MD County Staff Graduate from NACo Leadership Academy
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Congratulations! MD County Staff Graduate from NACo Leadership Academy

Maryland County staff members participated in the NACo Leadership Academy, a 12-week online program that empowers front-line county government employees with fundamental leadership skills. The NACo High Performance Leadership Academy is an innovative, completely online 12-week program created to equip frontline county government professionals with practical leadership skills to deliver results for counties and communities. With a robust curriculum developed by the Professional Development Academy in partnership with Fortune 1000 executives, public sector leaders, world-renowned academics and thought leaders,…

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December 27, 2022
Read more about the article Comptroller-elect Brooke Lierman to Speak at Winter #MACoCon
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Comptroller-elect Brooke Lierman to Speak at Winter #MACoCon

Comptroller-elect Brooke Lierman will give remarks on Wednesday evening of MACo's Winter Conference at the Welcoming Banquet and Awards Ceremony. On Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at MACo's Winter Conference in Cambridge, MD, MACo will be honoring the 2022 Praisner Award winner, Montgomery County Council Member Craig Rice, and the 2022 County Innovation Award winners. Also honored will be several legislative award winners, who will be announced at the event. The banquet and ceremony will take…

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December 27, 2022
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