Read more about the article MACo’s Michael Sanderson Named President of NACo State Directors Affiliate
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MACo’s Michael Sanderson Named President of NACo State Directors Affiliate

Maryland's own Michael Sanderson was elected by peers from across the country to serve as President of the National Council of County Association Executives. Michael Sanderson has been voted as President of the National Council of County Association Executives, an affiliate of the National Association of Counties (NACo) including directors of the various state associations. He was elected by the council membership during its annual fall meeting in October in Whitefish, Montana. NCCAE Past President…

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October 24, 2024
Read more about the article Dominic Butchko Named MACo’s Director of Intergovernmental Relations
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Dominic Butchko Named MACo’s Director of Intergovernmental Relations

Dominic Butchko, three years into service as part of the MACo policy team, will take on external duties to build relationships within the county community, especially among their Annapolis-facing endeavors, and with State agencies who interact with county leaders and services. MACo is pleased to announce the increased role and responsibility for Mr. Butchko, who joined the MACo staff in the summer of 2021. He has covered a policy portfolio including land use and environmental…

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July 9, 2024
Read more about the article LGIT Announces Newly Promoted Staff Leadership: Peter, Bohlen
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LGIT Announces Newly Promoted Staff Leadership: Peter, Bohlen

The Local Government Insurance Trust has announced the promotion of two longtime staff members to leadership roles within the longstanding service organization - as Matthew Peter has been named Executive Director, and Larry Bohlen Deputy Director. Both take these roles following years of successful service with LGIT. From a letter sent to LGIT membership by LGIT Board of Trustees Chair Ted Zaleski: We are excited to share the news that the Board of Trustees has…

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June 20, 2024
Read more about the article MACo President Johnny Olszewski & Executive Director Michael Sanderson Kick Off Annual Tour of MD Counties
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MACo President Johnny Olszewski & Executive Director Michael Sanderson Kick Off Annual Tour of MD Counties

Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) President and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and MACo Executive Director Michael Sanderson kicked off MACo's annual statewide series of county visits this week with stops at Frederick County and Carroll County. As part of this time-honored annual effort, MACo leaders will tour each member county across Maryland and host discussions with local officials to deepen the connection between the non-profit, non-partisan organization and its member counties and help inform…

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May 31, 2024
Read more about the article NACo: Modernizing County Finance with Digital Disbursements
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NACo: Modernizing County Finance with Digital Disbursements

The National Association of Counties (NACo) hosts free webinars to provide county leaders and professionals with knowledge on best practices and hot topics in various areas. Join NACo on April 30th to discover how incorporating digital payments can increase constituents’ satisfaction and improve government efficiency. This session will provide an in-depth overview of the successful pilot project by Knox County, Ill., the National Association of Counties (NACo), and Visa, sharing how they delivered fast and…

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April 30, 2024
Read more about the article MACo Staff Welcomes Robbi Brown
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MACo Staff Welcomes Robbi Brown

The Annapolis-based MACo staff has welcomed a new team member, Robbi Brown. She serves as the Administrative Assistant, the first face and voice to greet visitors and callers to the Association. She brings a background in multiple professional settings. Robbi Brown joined the MACo team in March, and has already taken up her role in managing the office, helping to coordinate events and schedules with her fellow staff. Ms. Brown most recently worked as an…

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April 17, 2024
Read more about the article Maryland County Administrators Conference Convenes in Queen Anne’s County
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Maryland County Administrators Conference Convenes in Queen Anne’s County

MACo’s County Administrators Affiliate met this week for their annual conference in beautiful Queen Anne’s County. This two-day conference is hosted in a different county each year, and features a tour of county projects and sites, followed by a day of meetings on administrative topics. The Queen Anne’s County tour started with Everside Health Center – a facility providing affordable advanced primary care to County and Board of Education employees, serving to fill a gap…

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October 13, 2023
Read more about the article MD Cannabis Sales Exceed $90 Million in September
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MD Cannabis Sales Exceed $90 Million in September

In September, collective adult-use and medical cannabis purchases reached $91 million, just short of the $91.7 million total for August — which was more than double the $42.7 million total for June, before the launch of adult-use retail sales, according to the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). As previously reported on Conduit Street, as of July 1, adult-use cannabis is legal under Maryland law. Nearly all existing medical dispensaries (approximately 100 locations statewide) have converted their licenses…

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October 9, 2023
Read more about the article MACo Mourns the Loss of Bill Ratchford, Leader and Friend
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MACo Mourns the Loss of Bill Ratchford, Leader and Friend

William Sawtelle Ratchford II (Bill), of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully at his home on April 23, 2023. Bill was a beloved and revered figure in the Maryland political sphere and in the county community, having served as MACo Executive Secretary and later for many years as Director of the MD General Assembly's Department of Fiscal Services. Bill was a dedicated public servant. He was a former Air Force Lieutenant and University of Maryland graduate…

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April 25, 2023
Read more about the article Longtime County HR Leader Kim Frock Joins MACo Team as Research Coordinator
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Longtime County HR Leader Kim Frock Joins MACo Team as Research Coordinator

MACo has welcomed Kim Frock to the association's staff, where she will serve counties as Research Coordinator. She previously served as Carroll County's Human Resources Director, and as leader of MACo's professional affiliate group. As Research Coordinator, Ms. Frock will lead MACo's research efforts, including the re-deployment of an annual salary and compensation survey across the county membership, and help support bill and fiscal note tracking during the General Assembly session. Ms. Frock will also…

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March 24, 2023
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