Read more about the article Local Tools for Funding Climate Resilience
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Local Tools for Funding Climate Resilience

Local governments are exploring new tools to finance climate resilience as federal funding becomes less certain. As federal funding becomes less predictable, local governments are looking at alternative ways to finance climate resilience and strengthen their ability to plan for extreme weather. Below are three approaches that could help jurisdictions expand capacity and move projects forward despite tighter funding conditions. Layer Programs and Funding Sources. Rather than relying on a single grant or initiative, local…

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September 8, 2026
Read more about the article WV Builds Data Center Strategy Around Growth and Local Revenue
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WV Builds Data Center Strategy Around Growth and Local Revenue

West Virginia is pairing incentives for data center development with a statewide plan to distribute new revenue among host counties, infrastructure needs, and tax relief. West Virginia is positioning itself as a major destination for data center development, with state officials announcing two new projects valued at more than $81 billion. The announcements build on a broader push that state leaders say has generated approximately $96 billion in private-sector investment and more than 19,000 projected…

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September 8, 2026
Read more about the article New Analysis Projects Significant Renewable Energy Slowdown
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New Analysis Projects Significant Renewable Energy Slowdown

Changes in federal energy policy slow renewable energy development and will likely contribute to higher electricity costs over the next decade. Federal energy policy changes could significantly slow the development of new renewable energy projects over the next decade, according to new modeling from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The analysis estimates that changes to federal tax incentives, tariffs, and offshore wind policies could result in between 390 and 540 gigawatts less wind, solar,…

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September 8, 2026
Read more about the article MACo Fall Symposium – Harnessing AI: Opportunities and Responsibilities for Counties
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MACo Fall Symposium – Harnessing AI: Opportunities and Responsibilities for Counties

Every year, MACo hosts a one-day symposium for county officials and professionals to dive deeply into a hot topic. The 2026 Fall Symposium will be held on September 14 and will focus on artificial intelligence responsibilities and opportunities for counties. MACo Fall Symposium September 14, 2026 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Crowne Plaza Annapolis Harnessing AI: Opportunities and Responsibilities for Counties  Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way governments serve residents, support employees, and make…

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September 4, 2026
Read more about the article MD Supreme Court Clears Redistricting Question for November Ballot
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MD Supreme Court Clears Redistricting Question for November Ballot

The Supreme Court of Maryland has cleared a proposed congressional redistricting amendment for the November ballot, overturning two circuit court rulings that would have blocked the measure. The Court found the ballot language approved by the General Assembly misleading but ordered revised language, ending weeks of uncertainty as State and local election administrators move deeper into preparations for the November 3 general election. The divided Court issued its order Thursday evening after hearing arguments earlier…

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September 4, 2026
Read more about the article Frederick County Health Department Earns National Model Practice Award
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Frederick County Health Department Earns National Model Practice Award

A Frederick County approach to bringing health and social services directly into the community has earned one of the nation’s highest recognitions for local public health innovation. The Frederick County Health Department’s Golden Mile Office has received a 2026 Model Practice Award from the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), recognizing its innovative, community-centered approach to improving access to health and social services. The Golden Mile neighborhood spans approximately two square miles…

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September 3, 2026
Read more about the article $15.1M Goes to Counties This Week from the Board of Public Works
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$15.1M Goes to Counties This Week from the Board of Public Works

A little more than $15M went to four counties this week following a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Public Works.  At its latest meeting, the Maryland Board of Public Works approved approximately $15.1M in funding for local projects across Anne Arundel, Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Worcester counties. The awards primarily support parks and recreational facilities, community amenities, redevelopment, and land conservation. The two largest awards went to Montgomery County, which received a $6M…

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September 3, 2026
Read more about the article Fun Fact: You Can Visit a Piece of 17th Century History in This Maryland County
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Fun Fact: You Can Visit a Piece of 17th Century History in This Maryland County

What if you could step inside a building in Maryland that stood nearly 100 years before the United States became a country? You can—and it’s right here in Dorchester County. Tucked among the trees along Church Creek is a small brick church with a remarkable story. Old Trinity Episcopal Church is widely recognized as the oldest church building in the United States still standing and in regular use. Though its exact construction date is unknown,…

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September 3, 2026
Read more about the article Local Revenue Task Force Sets Public Hearing: Here’s How To Testify
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Local Revenue Task Force Sets Public Hearing: Here’s How To Testify

County governments, local leaders, residents, and other stakeholders have a chance to weigh in directly as Maryland considers the future of local revenue flexibility. The Task Force to Modernize County and Municipal Revenue Structures will hold a virtual public hearing on September 14, with registration and written testimony due September 10. The hearing comes as the Task Force examines whether Maryland’s local revenue structure still works for local governments. Counties face growing responsibilities and rising…

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September 2, 2026
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