Read more about the article Wicomico Launches Poultry Building Removal Program
Agriculture / County News / Environment / Winter Conference
Wicomico Launches Poultry Building Removal Program

Wicomico County is pleased to announce a new program: Clean Up Wicomico – Poultry Building Removal. The program will allot MS4 funds to assist in the removal of outdated and unused Poultry House structures. With approximately 88,559 acres of farmland within the County, the ability to identify opportunities within the County to reduce impervious surfaces was recognized as a benefit to meeting MS4 requirements while also providing assistance to agricultural landowners. The County’s MS4 Permit…

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December 5, 2022
Read more about the article Winter #MACoCon Academy Electives Tackle Communications, Tourism, Cannabis, and More!
Winter Conference
Winter #MACoCon Academy Electives Tackle Communications, Tourism, Cannabis, and More!

Fellows of the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance (County Track) are required to complete 8 Core Courses and 6 Elective Courses to earn their certificate through the University of MD’s School of Public Policy – MACo will offer 6 Electives at Winter Conference. The Academy for Excellence in Local Governance is a volunteer certificate program for elected and appointed county and municipal officials. The program provides a strong background of necessary skills and knowledge for local government…

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December 5, 2022
Read more about the article Prince George’s is Warming More Than Just Hearts This Winter
County News / Health and Human Services
Prince George’s is Warming More Than Just Hearts This Winter

Library offers free coats for kids in Prince George's County. The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) and PGCMLS Foundation continue to provide essential support to the residents of Prince George’s County this winter with the fourth annual edition of Operation Warm: Free Coats for Kids. This special initiative provides free brand new coats to children in need. Families can bring their children to three locations between December 3 and January 7 to obtain…

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December 5, 2022
Read more about the article Transforming Regional Transportation with Maglev at #MACoCon
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Transforming Regional Transportation with Maglev at #MACoCon

Learn from MACo Corporate Partner Northeast Maglev about their superconducting magnetic levitation train. Northeast Maglev is a U.S.-owned company based in Baltimore, Maryland committed to bringing the revolutionary Superconducting Maglev (SCMAGLEV) to the Northeast Corridor, the most congested transportation region in the country. The SCMAGLEV system is capable of speeds up to 311 miles per hour and can link Washington and New York in just one hour. Transforming Regional Transportation with Maglev The superconducting magnetic…

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December 2, 2022
Read more about the article HR Tools and Training for Local Governments with LGIT at #MACoCon
Human Resources / Winter Conference
HR Tools and Training for Local Governments with LGIT at #MACoCon

Learn from LGIT at their Solutions Showcase about HR tools and training for local governments. A non-profit Trust created, owned, and governed by Maryland local governments and endorsed by MACo, LGIT provides various liability and property insurance and health benefits coverages. The Local Government Insurance Trust will provide coverage and risk management services at stable and competitive rates through an organization that is owned and managed by its local government members. Exploring Essential HR Tools and Training…

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December 2, 2022
Read more about the article Unlock Tax-efficient Retirement Strategies at #MACoCon
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Unlock Tax-efficient Retirement Strategies at #MACoCon

Learn from MACo Corporate Partner Nationwide at their Solutions Showcase about retirement solutions. On Your Side. Nationwide is a market leader in providing supplemental retirement savings programs for public employees. Nationwide has been serving public sector employees and their families for nearly 40 years. Nationwide’s programs include 457(b), 401(a), and Post-Employment Health Plans, and are comprehensive – incorporating investment, education, and administrative service solution for governmental employers. Visit or call (877) 677-3678. Retirement representatives are registered representatives…

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December 2, 2022
Read more about the article MD Toll Penalties Grace Period Extended
Transportation and Public Works
MD Toll Penalties Grace Period Extended

To accommodate a last-minute rush and deliver on MDTA’s mission to provide premiere customer service, the Board voted to extend the waiver grace period deadline by two weeks to 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2022. The approval comes after high participation and last-minute rush this week at MDTA customer service centers and the call center. While the Customer Assistance Plan has been in place for nine months, unfortunately, many customers have waited until the very…

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December 1, 2022
Read more about the article Frederick Agriculture Operations Diversify Using Innovation Grants
Agriculture / County News
Frederick Agriculture Operations Diversify Using Innovation Grants

Farmers and others in Frederick County’s agriculture industry are creating value-added products and services with support from Agriculture Innovation Grants. This award-winning grant program helps to ensure the industry thrives into the future. Today Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner announced $113,000 in Agriculture Innovation Grants to nine farming operations. The competitive grant program provides funds twice a year to encourage diversification and innovation in farm operations. “My goal is to leave a legacy of agriculture…

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November 30, 2022
Read more about the article 5 Reasons Not to Miss #MACoCon Wednesday
Feature / Winter Conference
5 Reasons Not to Miss #MACoCon Wednesday

MACo’s Winter Conference is only 5 weeks away, January 4-6, 2023, at the Hyatt in Cambridge, MD. Join more than 900 local government officials and decision-makers, legislators, state and federal officials, and commercial representatives for this can’t-miss policy-planning event heading into the 2023 Maryland General Assembly Session. Back by popular demand, we have continued to add more content to Wednesday of MACo’s Winter Conference – you do not want to miss this! REGISTER TODAY! (lowest…

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November 30, 2022
Read more about the article Explore County Fundamentals with Budgeting, Teambuilding, and Open Meetings Courses at #MACoCon
Winter Conference
Explore County Fundamentals with Budgeting, Teambuilding, and Open Meetings Courses at #MACoCon

MACo’s Winter Conference is coming up January 4-6, 2023, at the Hyatt in Cambridge, MD. The Academy for Excellence in Local Governance will offer three foundational Core courses at the conference: “Open Meetings Act,” “Consensus and Teambuilding,” and "County Financial Management." The Academy for Excellence in Local Governance is a volunteer certificate program for elected and appointed county and municipal officials. The program provides a strong background of necessary skills and knowledge for local government leaders. It…

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November 29, 2022
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