Federal Grant to Support Chesapeake Bay Restoration to Be Available to Local Governments & Nonprofits

The Chesapeake Bay Trust will sub-award this federal funding to implement wetland restoration and capacity building projects through the Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) program, which will help strengthen tidal wetland restoration and monitoring, support outreach and education for local communities, and bolster implementation of green infrastructure projects. “The health of the Chesapeake Bay is vital to the health of our communities and our regional economy. We fought to pass the infrastructure modernization…

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Montgomery County Urban Heat Mapping Project Shows Significant Temperature Difference Between Urban and Rural Areas

The results of the 2022 Montgomery County “Urban Heat Island Mapping Campaign” show that urban areas of the County experience temperatures up to 10 degrees higher than rural areas. The County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) released the results of the campaign in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Climate Adaptation Planning and Analyst (CAPA). A StoryMap created by DEP provides a comprehensive overview of the campaign. Among its findings was…

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Highlight the Natural Beauty of Your County in Department of Natural Resources 2023 Photo Contest

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting entries for its annual photo contest. Last year, the top photos were selected from residents of Montgomery, Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Howard, and Queen Anne's Counties. Photographers, novice or professional, are encouraged to enter for the chance to win cash, park passes, calendars, and other great prizes.  Entries may include images from anywhere in Maryland featuring birds, insects, flora, recreation, scenic landscapes, weather, and wildlife. Photographers may…

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Howard County Announces Staff Appointments and Transitions

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced several appointments and transition for various cabinet positions within Howard County Government. Executive Ball's appointments include: A. Raul Delerme as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer. Delerme has been with the county since 1990, most recently serving as the Director of Recreation & Parks. With 33 years of experience with Howard County Recreation and Parks, Delerme has served as a Director, a former Bureau Chief of Capital Projects, Park Planning…

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New Business Brings Jobs and Economic Growth to Garrett County

RS BioTherapeutics, Inc. (RSBT), a pharmaceutical company focused on harnessing the therapeutic power of cannabinoids to create life-changing medicines, is set to open its doors in Garrett County, bringing jobs and economic growth to the area. The decision to locate the new cultivation and manufacturing facility in Garrett County was based on several factors, including the area's skilled workforce, strategic location, and business-friendly environment. RS Therapeutics is excited to be part of the County community…

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Frederick County Names New Economic Development Director

Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater announces the appointment of Mrs. Lara Fritts as Acting Director of Economic Development. Mrs. Fritts is a certified economic developer with over 25 years of experience in economic development, management, and technology at both the local and regional levels. As Director of Salt Lake City’s Department of Economic Development, she helped to bring more than 30 new companies to the city in three years. She has held positions in Wisconsin,…

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Baltimore County Announces Registration and Inspection Processes to Improve Housing Quality

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced new legislation to strengthen rental housing registration and inspections processes to improve housing quality in Baltimore County. “Every person deserves access to safe, quality place to call home and this legislation is another important step to ensure that is a reality across Baltimore County,” said County Executive Olszewski. “By modernizing our rental registration process, we are strengthening Baltimore County’s ability to make sure that all property owners are…

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Bill Endangering Maryland’s Students Passes House, Counties Sound the Alarm

A bill that would strip law enforcement of one of their more effective tools to combat school bus stop violations, and in doing so would imperil students that rely on school buses for transportation, has passed the House and is now before the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee this Wednesday, March 29th. Counties resolutely oppose HB 849 - School Bus Stops - Violations - Enforcement and Safety Measures, and previously registered their concerns with the House…

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Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Releases 2022 Annual Report

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development today published its Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Report, which provides an overview of the department’s success and operations last fiscal year. The department’s $2.4 billion investment provided an economic impact of approximately $4.9 billion for the state, including $83 million in state and local taxes. Nearly 22,000 full-time equivalent jobs with $1.1 billion in wages and salaries were created. “The department continues to create jobs and drive economic…

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Local Blueprint Implementation Plans Highlight Educator Shortages

In their local Blueprint implementation plans, all 24 counties noted their ongoing challenges to hire and retain qualified educators. Local Education Agencies (LEAs) were required by law to submit a local Blueprint Implementation Plan by midnight on March 15, 2023, outlining how it intends to implement the major education reforms set by the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future (“The Blueprint”). All 24 draft local plans are now available online. As part of those plans, all 24 school…

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