Read more about the article Financial Snapshot Fiscal Year 2026: Budgets, Tax Rates, and Selected Statistics
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Financial Snapshot Fiscal Year 2026: Budgets, Tax Rates, and Selected Statistics

The Fiscal Year 2026 Budgets, Tax Rates, and Selected Statistics (BTRB) is now available on the MACo website. This annual publication offers an overview of tax structures, tax rates, and revenue trends across Maryland. The BTRB provides information on a a wide range of county revenue sources and budget data. The report is organized into detailed sections, each focusing on a key aspect of fiscal operations - from current tax rates and revenues to multi-year…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article Worcester County Commissioners Elect New President and Vice President
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Worcester County Commissioners Elect New President and Vice President

On December 2, 2025, the Worcester County Commissioners re-elected Commissioner Theodore J. Elder to serve as president and elected Commissioner Madison J. Bunting, Jr. to serve as vice president of the board. Commissioner Elder represents the Western District (District Four), and he is currently serving his third term. He was elected to the Worcester County Board of Commissioners in 2014 and has been serving as president since December 2024. He also served as vice president…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article Charles County Commissioners Approve Local Term Limits
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Charles County Commissioners Approve Local Term Limits

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners voted this week to approve a local bill that sets term limits for commissioners beginning with the term that started in December 2022. The vote followed a public hearing on Proposed Bill 2025-07. Under the bill, a county commissioner may serve no more than two four-year terms. The limit applies whether those terms occur back-to-back or at different times. It also applies to all commissioner roles, including district…

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November 21, 2025
Read more about the article A Seat at the Table: MACo’s 24-County Tour Hits St. Mary’s
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A Seat at the Table: MACo’s 24-County Tour Hits St. Mary’s

This week on the Conduit Street Podcast, Michael Sanderson...goes solo? Just kidding! He does set the stage, however, for a special recording from St. Mary’s County, where MACo President and Queen Anne’s County Commissioner Jack Wilson joins Michael for a briefing with St. Mary’s County leaders to talk all things local governance.  Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to the Conduit Street Blog and stay in the…

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October 10, 2025
Read more about the article Queen Anne’s Appoints Anne Sparks as Director of Aging and Transportation
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Queen Anne’s Appoints Anne Sparks as Director of Aging and Transportation

Queen Anne’s County has announced the appointment of Anne Sparks as the new Director of Aging and Transportation. This appointment comes as part of the County’s restructuring of the Department of Community Services into two stand-alone departments: Housing and Family Services, and Aging and Transportation. From the county press release:  “This position ultimately stems from the forward thinking of the County Commissioners who approached the idea of hiring a Chief of Aging a few years…

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October 2, 2025
Read more about the article #MACoCon Recap: Academy for Excellence Attendees Hone Skills for Conducting Effective Public Meetings
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#MACoCon Recap: Academy for Excellence Attendees Hone Skills for Conducting Effective Public Meetings

Participants in the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance refined their knowledge of the proper use of rules and protocol during public meetings, especially virtual hearings, to ensure public trust and engagement. Council and Commission meetings are the backbone of local government in Maryland and are one of the primary ways residents can share their opinions and concerns, oversee government business, and understand the use of taxpayer dollars. These are also run by individuals who…

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August 19, 2025
Read more about the article Carroll Commissioners’ Podcast Launches on Video
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Carroll Commissioners’ Podcast Launches on Video

The Carroll County Commissioners' podcast, a regular offering from the county leadership, ventures into video for a special interview with the current, outgoing, State's Attorney as he reflects on years of municipal, county, and state service. Carroll County Commissioner Mike Guerin interviewed the State's Attorney Haven Shoemaker for the video discussion. Shoemaker has served in municipal government, county government (as a commissioner), and as a Delegate in the General Assembly. He reflects on his years…

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July 2, 2025
Read more about the article Adams-Stafford Takes Seat on Prince George’s County Council
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Adams-Stafford Takes Seat on Prince George’s County Council

Prince George’s County has officially sworn in Council Member Shayla Adams-Stafford to represent District 5, following her victory in the recent special election. Prince George’s County officially welcomed its newest Council Member, as Shayla Adams-Stafford took the oath of office to represent District 5. Last week's ceremony drew a crowd of supporters, community leaders, and local officials.   Council Member Adams-Stafford now fills the seat vacated when former Council Member Jolene Ivey transitioned to an…

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June 23, 2025
Read more about the article Wicomico Council Names Ennis to Fill Vacant District 3 Seat
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Wicomico Council Names Ennis to Fill Vacant District 3 Seat

The Wicomico County Council unanimously appointed David Ennis to represent District 3, restoring full membership after a mid-term vacancy. The Wicomico County Council voted unanimously on June 17 to appoint David Ennis as the new Council Member for District 3. The Council finalized the appointment during its Legislative and Open Work Session, and Ennis took the oath of office immediately afterward. Ennis brings decades of public service experience to the role. He previously served as…

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June 23, 2025
Read more about the article Braveboy Takes Office as Prince George’s County Executive
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Braveboy Takes Office as Prince George’s County Executive

On Wednesday, June 19, Aisha Braveboy took the oath of office to become the new County Executive of Prince George’s County, following her decisive victory in the June 3 special election. County Executive Braveboy succeeds Acting County Executive Tara Jackson, who served after former County Executive Angela Alsobrooks won election to the US Senate. https://www.youtube.com/live/MUu3rKyNCs8?feature=shared Braveboy previously served six years as the elected State’s Attorney for Prince George’s County and represented the County in the…

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June 20, 2025
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