Victoria Maas, Author at Conduit Street

MACo Welcomes Tyler Technologies as New Corporate Partner!

Tyler Maryland has joined MACo’s Corporate Partner Program as a Bronze Partner! Tyler Maryland, previously NIC Maryland, develops and supports digital government services. We are Marylanders who understand the unique needs of agencies and our fellow citizens. Since 2011, the Annapolis-based team has worked with Maryland state agencies, boards, commissions, and local government to develop more than 150 innovative digital government products and services. Tyler Maryland is dedicated to building essential services that connect Maryland citizens and…

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November 17, 2022

NACo Live Healthy Discount Program Resources

The National Association of Counties (NACo) Live Healthy Prescription, Health & Dental Discount Program is a NO-COST program available to all member counties. NACo has free marketing resources for county use to advertise this program. The Live Healthy program provides relief to uninsured and underinsured Americans who face growing health costs offering three ways to save: Prescription Drug Discount Card - Provides savings up to 80%* on generics and up to 40%* on brand-name prescription medications…

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November 16, 2022

County News / Human Resources

Washington County New Human Resources Director

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners has hired Katrina Wyand-Yurish as Human Resources Director. According to a County press release, Wyand-Yurish comes to Washington County Government with an extensive background in human resources. Throughout her career, she has gained significant experience in organizational development, engagement, and training with an emphasis in workforce learning and development. Wyand-Yurish most recently served as the Director of Human Resources for HB Restaurant Group, a parent company to over 2,000…

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November 16, 2022

Winter Conference

Discover Effective Constituent Communications at #MACoCon

Now more than ever, communication is key, and it is important to keep constituents informed and engaged with your message. At MACo's Winter Conference, communications experts who use a variety of approaches will offer their insight on how to effectively navigate building successful strategies for constituent communication. Speakers will discuss both the right and wrong ways of using social media and other tools to make sure your message is both heard and understood. Amplifying Your…

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November 16, 2022

Government Liability and Courts

Kadish and Lambert Appointed to Baltimore City District Court

Governor Larry Hogan has appointed both Darren Kadish and Michele Lambert to the Baltimore City District Court. “It is my pleasure to appoint these distinguished individuals to serve on the Baltimore City District Court,” said Governor Hogan. “Both Darren and Michele will bring a depth of legal experience of knowledge to their roles” (press release). Darren Lee Kadish is a partner with his father at the firm Kadish and Kadish, P.C. He practices civil and criminal litigation, with a…

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November 15, 2022

Education / Health and Human Services / NACo and Federal Issues

RELEASE: MACo, MARFY, and NACoRF Partner on Prenatal-to-Three Efforts

November 14, 2022 Contact: Victoria Maas, Communications Coordinator, MACo | 410.269.0043 | vmaas@mdcounties.org MACo, MARFY, and NACoRF Partner on Prenatal-to-Three Efforts Annapolis, MD (11/14/2022) – The Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) has selected the Maryland Association of Resources for Families and Youth (MARFY) to partner on efforts to increase engagement in and support for early childhood learning and development. Through a partnership with the National Association of Counties Research Foundation (NACoRF), MACo and MARFY are…

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November 14, 2022

Elections / Feature

2022 County General Election Results – MACo Summary

The results are in for Maryland's general election. A summary for each county is provided below. As final results are compiled, Conduit Street will assemble statistics on county turnover and related metrics. MACo’s most current general election results information can be found here: County Election Results Summary A complete listing of general election results, to date, can be found here: 2022 Gubernatorial Primary Unofficial Election Results A county-by-county listing of local election results can be found here:…

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November 9, 2022

Intergovernmental Relations / NACo and Federal Issues

Counties Participate in Operation Green Light for Veterans

Operation Green Light is a national initiative to recognize and thank veterans for the important role they play in our communities, and Maryland counties have stepped up to join in its important mission by partnering with the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) and the National Association of Counties (NACo). Maryland’s counties are home to 360,000 veterans and are deeply invested in veterans’ health and well-being, often serving as a veteran’s first point of contact…

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November 8, 2022

County News / Energy / Environment

Frederick Generates Solar Power at Two New Sites

Frederick County boosted its solar energy generation by nearly 2 million kilowatts hours annually with the addition of two new projects. Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner announced that a new solar array began operation this year and two solar canopies are nearing completion on County properties. “We know that we save green when we go green,” Executive Gardner said. “The actions we take today will help to slow the rate of climate change and lead…

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November 3, 2022

Parks and Recreation

$1.65M for Howard Trail Upgrade to Improve Accessibility

A $1.65 million grant has been awarded to Howard County to upgrade the surface of a 1.3-mile dirt and gravel section of the popular Patuxent Branch Trail in Savage and Kings Contrivance that will improve its accessibility for all. The grant, awarded through the State of Maryland Transportation Alternatives program, is funded with federal dollars and the project was selected by the Baltimore Regional Transportation Board. "Howard County has a wonderful and growing network of…

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November 3, 2022