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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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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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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Veteran County Budget Expert Promoted to Fiscal Director

Charles County Acting Administrator Deborah Hall has announced the appointment of Jacob Dyer as the Director of the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services. Dyer's appointment has been effective since June 2, 2025. "I’m pleased to announce Jacob Dyer as the new Director of the Department of Fiscal and Administrative Services. Following an extremely competitive selection process, Jake emerged as the clear choice. With more than two decades of service in Charles County Government and…

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Baltimore County Commission Recommends New Nine-District Council Map

This week, the Baltimore County Redistricting Commission voted 4–3 to recommend a new map that would expand the Baltimore County Council from seven to nine districts. The proposed map now heads to the County Council for consideration, with a vote required by October 1, 2025. The proposal divides Baltimore County into nine districts, each with approximately 95,000 residents, compared to the current seven districts, which have about 122,000 residents each. The map includes four majority-minority…

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Calvert Appoints New County Administrator

The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has announced the appointment of Linda Turner as the new county administrator, effective July 1, 2025.  “Linda has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to public service,” said BOCC President Earl F. “Buddy” Hance. “We are confident in her ability to lead our county government with professionalism, vision and a focus on serving the needs of Calvert County residents.” Turner brings more than 20 years of…

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Conduit Street Podcast: Inside the Committee Room With Delegate Marc Korman

On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson are joined by Chair of the House Environment and Transportation Committee, Delegate Marc Korman, for a deep dive into the inner workings of legislative committees in the Maryland General Assembly — how they function, why they matter, and what changes when one takes on the role of chair.     Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get…

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Counties Resist Forcing Every County To Adopt Charter Home Rule

On January 28, Executive Director Michael Sanderson testified before the Environment and Transportation Committee in opposition to HB 28 - Constitutional Amendment - Form of County Government - Requirement to Adopt Charter Home Rule. This bill would repeal Maryland's historic reliance on self-determination by county residents and instead mandate that every county conforms to a single-government structure – a full two-branch charter government. "The voters of Maryland, in each county, have the say here," said…

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Kathy Klausmeier is Baltimore County’s 15th County Executive

Kathy Klausmeier was sworn in as Baltimore County’s fifteenth county executive, vowing to focus on growing the economy, continuing historic investments in public schools and higher education, addressing local housing shortages, improving public safety and balancing the County’s $5 billion budget. Klausmeier is the first female county executive in Baltimore County’s history, and will serve the remaining two years of the term vacated by Congressman Johnny Olszewski, Jr. “I am humbled to be selected as…

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Prince George’s Appoints Barry Stanton as Acting Chief Administrative Officer

Acting County Executive Tara H. Jackson announced the appointment of Mr. Barry L. Stanton to serve as the County’s Acting Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO). Mr. Stanton has served in the Office of the County Executive for two administrations, including in his current role as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) for Public Safety and Homeland Security. He begins his role as ACAO effective immediately. “We are excited to appoint Mr. Stanton to the role of Acting…

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