Read more about the article Queen Anne’s Expands Community Education to Address Alzheimer’s and Dementia
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Queen Anne’s Expands Community Education to Address Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Queen Anne’s County Area Agency on Aging, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, has announced a Dementia Lunch & Learn Series beginning in February 2026. The free educational series will be held across Queen Anne’s County and is designed to provide residents with information, resources, and practical tools related to Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Each session offers a brief overview of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, including the impact of the disease, risk factors,…

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January 15, 2026
Read more about the article Kent County Secures $6.2M in Funding for New Wastewater Treatment Plant
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Kent County Secures $6.2M in Funding for New Wastewater Treatment Plant

Kent County is moving forward with a major infrastructure investment after securing $6.2 million in federal funding for fiscal year 2026 to construct a new wastewater treatment plant in Millington, replacing aging, flood-prone infrastructure with a modern, resilient facility designed to support public health, environmental protection, and future growth. “I’m proud to have worked with Kent County to secure $6.2 million in agriculture appropriations funding for 2026 to build a new wastewater treatment plant in…

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January 14, 2026
Read more about the article MEDA Study Shows Record ROI for Economic Development in MD Counties
County News / Economic Development
MEDA Study Shows Record ROI for Economic Development in MD Counties

The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) announced that its annual study of county economic development offices in Maryland has found the highest three-year average return on investment documented since MEDA began tracking this data. According to the findings, every $1 invested in county economic development operations over the past three fiscal years has generated an average of $9.18 in combined state and local tax revenue. From the press release: “Consistently tracking this data is essential,…

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January 14, 2026
Read more about the article Setting the Stage for 2026: Affordability, County Priorities, and an Election Year Shift
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Setting the Stage for 2026: Affordability, County Priorities, and an Election Year Shift

As Maryland heads into the 2026 General Assembly session, county governments are confronting a familiar challenge, but with sharper edges. In this episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, MACo’s Kevin Kinnally, Michael Sanderson, and Dominic Butchko break down why affordability is the defining theme of the upcoming session.     Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to the Conduit Street Blog and stay in the know!

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January 14, 2026
Read more about the article Your Go-To Guide for Submitting Testimony to the 2026 General Assembly
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Your Go-To Guide for Submitting Testimony to the 2026 General Assembly

The House and the Senate are using a hybrid system this session, accepting virtual and in-person oral testimony. Still, both houses have stressed that witnesses are strongly encouraged to be in person as not all virtual witnesses will be called for testimony. This post is an easy index for everything you need to submit testimony in 2026. Of Note: The sign-up window for both the House and Senate is two (2) business days before hearings.…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article Federal Executive Order Seeks To Stop State and Local AI Regulation
County News / Information Technology
Federal Executive Order Seeks To Stop State and Local AI Regulation

A new federal executive order aimed at halting state and local regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that fragmented laws could undermine US competitiveness. The move raises significant questions for counties about federal preemption, state authority, and the future of locally driven AI safeguards. A recent Ogletree Deakins article discusses last month's federal executive order aimed at curbing state and local government regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). The Order asserts that a patchwork of state laws could hinder US…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article Exelon Talks Energy Security and Rising Costs in Maryland
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Exelon Talks Energy Security and Rising Costs in Maryland

As Maryland heads toward another consequential legislative session, energy policy is once again front and center, and counties are feeling the pressure. In this episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, hosts Kevin Kinnally and Dominic Butchko are joined by Valencia McClure, Senior Vice President of Governmental, Regulatory, and External Affairs at Exelon, for a wide-ranging conversation on energy security, rising costs, and grid reliability. Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts!…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article New York Renews Grant Program To Support Local Gov Cybersecurity
County News / Cyber / Information Technology
New York Renews Grant Program To Support Local Gov Cybersecurity

As cybersecurity risks and technology demands continue to grow, states are exploring new ways to support local government capacity. New York’s renewed Local Government Efficiency Grant program offers funding for collaborative technology projects that improve service delivery while managing costs. In a recent Government Technology article, New York has renewed its Local Government Efficiency Grant (LGEG) program, making $8 million available to help counties, municipalities, and other public agencies invest in technology upgrades, particularly cybersecurity…

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January 8, 2026
Read more about the article Financial Snapshot Fiscal Year 2026: Budgets, Tax Rates, and Selected Statistics
County Budgets / County Government and Structure / County News / Finance and Procurement / Taxes and Revenues
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 Mid-Shore Regional Council Featured in National “EDDs in Action” Video
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Mid-Shore Regional Council Featured in National “EDDs in Action” Video

Members, partners, and guests of the Mid-Shore Regional Council (MSRC) were treated to a special video debut during the Council’s quarterly meeting on December 10, 2025. The premiere of EDDs in Action: Mid-Shore Regional Council, is a new mini documentary highlighting the region’s economic development work. The video was produced by the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) and the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC), with funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA).…

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January 8, 2026
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