Read more about the article Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Announces Key Personnel Appointments
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Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Announces Key Personnel Appointments

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has announced key personnel appointments. Horacio Tablada, former secretary of the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), has been named Director of the Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability (EPS), effective July 31. Mr. Tablada will succeed current Director David Lykens, who will be retiring from the Baltimore County government. Mr. Tablada will be the first Hispanic-American leader of a Baltimore County department. “Mr. Tablada’s experience in environmental…

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July 20, 2023
Read more about the article County Executive Pittman Announces New Office of Equity and Human Rights Director
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County Executive Pittman Announces New Office of Equity and Human Rights Director

Asha Smith, previously the county’s Equal Opportunity and Human Relations Officer, will helm the new office and continue the commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. On July 11, 2023, County Executive Pittman announced the appointment of Asha Smith as the new Director of the Office of Equity and Human Rights (OEHR), which was created to further support the county’s development of policies, programs, and procedures that prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion. “Embedding equity, diversity, and…

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July 12, 2023
Read more about the article Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces New Hires to Leadership Positions
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Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces New Hires to Leadership Positions

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced several new hires in remaining leadership roles as it builds upon its successes and implements new initiatives that will shape the department’s focus in the coming years. Under Secretary Jake Day’s leadership, the department's priorities are to shelter every Marylander, expand affordable housing, right the wrongs of the past, build places using the best design standards that foster civic pride, and connect all Marylanders to broadband.…

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June 23, 2023
Read more about the article Gov. Wes Moore Appoints Attorney Malcolm Ruff to House of Delegates
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Gov. Wes Moore Appoints Attorney Malcolm Ruff to House of Delegates

Gov. Wes Moore, selected trial attorney Malcolm Ruff to represent Baltimore City’s 41st district in the Maryland House of Delegates. The 41st district includes neighborhoods in north, west, and southwest Baltimore. “I am thankful to have the opportunity to advocate for our communities and to be a strong voice for my fellow residents,” Ruff told The Baltimore Sun via email. “I look forward to helping lead the 41st District to even greater heights.” Ruff, a…

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June 21, 2023
Read more about the article Norman Stone, Longest-Serving Senate Member, Passes Away at 87
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Norman Stone, Longest-Serving Senate Member, Passes Away at 87

Norman R. Stone Jr., a bricklayer who went on to become both the longest-serving member of the General Assembly as well as the Maryland State Senate, died Friday at Anne Arundel Medical Center, according to his son retired Baltimore County District Court Judge Norman R. Stone III. He was 87 and a cause of death was not immediately disclosed. Funeral arrangements are not currently available. “He was a great man but also a good man,”…

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June 21, 2023
Read more about the article 2023 NACo Achievement Awards: Spotlight on Maryland County Winners in Personnel Management and Volunteers
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2023 NACo Achievement Awards: Spotlight on Maryland County Winners in Personnel Management and Volunteers

Introducing Our Celebratory Blog Series: Showcasing the Remarkable Achievements of Maryland's Award-Winning Counties! Join us on an exciting journey as we embark on a special blog series dedicated to honoring the exceptional accomplishments of the counties that triumphed in the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2023 Achievement Awards. Each week, we will shine a well-deserved spotlight on a few remarkable counties, delving into their accomplishments, innovative initiatives, and the profound impact they have had on…

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June 12, 2023
Read more about the article Mayor Scott to Nominate Richard Worley as Next Baltimore City Police Commissioner
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Mayor Scott to Nominate Richard Worley as Next Baltimore City Police Commissioner

Today, June 8, 2023, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced that he would nominate Richard Worley, current Deputy Commissioner of the Baltimore City Police Department’s (BPD) Operations Bureau, to serve as Baltimore City's next Police Commissioner.   “Deputy Commissioner Worley has proven his commitment to our city time and time again. As a fellow son of Baltimore and an experienced public servant, it is clear that he is the right person to lead this department into…

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June 8, 2023
Read more about the article Former Montgomery County Delegate, Kumar Barve, Sworn in as Member of Md. Public Service Commission
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Former Montgomery County Delegate, Kumar Barve, Sworn in as Member of Md. Public Service Commission

Former Montgomery County delegate Kumar Barve was sworn in Wednesday as the newest member of the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC). Barve, a Rockville resident, was appointed by Gov. Wes Moore to succeed Commissioner Patrice M. Bubar, who has served since May 18, 2022. Barve is expected to take his seat on the bench in the next week. Prior to his appointment, Barve had served in the Maryland House of Delegates from 1991 until May…

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June 7, 2023
Read more about the article Montgomery Dedicates New Affordable Senior Community to Isiah Leggett, former CE and Past MACo President
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Montgomery Dedicates New Affordable Senior Community to Isiah Leggett, former CE and Past MACo President

Montgomery County recently dedicated a new affordable senior apartment community to former County Executive & Past MACo President Isiah Leggett.  Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Evan Glass last week joined Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Congressman Jamie Raskin and community leaders in Silver Spring as the County’s Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) dedicated its newest affordable senior community, “The Leggett.” The 267-unit, 16-story complex was named for former County Executive Isiah Leggett, who…

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May 9, 2023
Read more about the article Congratulations! MD County Staff Graduate from NACo Leadership Academy
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Congratulations! MD County Staff Graduate from NACo Leadership Academy

Maryland County staff members participated in the NACo Leadership Academy, a 12-week online program that empowers front-line county government employees with fundamental leadership skills. The NACo High Performance Leadership Academy is an innovative, completely online 12-week program created to equip frontline county government professionals with practical leadership skills to deliver results for counties and communities. With a robust curriculum developed by the Professional Development Academy in partnership with Fortune 1000 executives, public sector leaders, world-renowned academics and thought leaders,…

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December 27, 2022
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