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Celebrating Maryland’s 2025 NACo Leadership Academy Graduates – Join the Next Cohort!

MACo is pleased to congratulate the National Association of Counties (NACo) Leadership Development Academy 2025 cohort of Maryland graduates. They join over 15,000 graduates and current participants from across the country benefitting from the 10-week online program enabling existing and emerging county leaders to achieve their highest potential. Congratulations, again, to the following Maryland graduates: Agnes Adjei, Engineer II, Charles County Aminah Bushrod, Deputy Director of Technical Services, Prince George's County Amy Crooks, Community Health Nurse…

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March 5, 2026

Business Affairs / County News / Employee Benefits and Relations / Labor / News You Can Use

Montgomery County Minimum Wage Set To Increase July 1

On July 1, the minimum hourly wage in Montgomery County will increase to $18.00 for large employers, $16.50 for mid-sized employers, and $15.95 for small employers These adjustments are based on a 2.0 percent increase in the consumer price index for all urban wage earners and clerical workers in the Washington, D.C.-Arlington-Alexandria area in 2025. The annual increase ensures the local minimum wage keeps pace with inflation. “This minimum wage adjustment reflects our commitment to…

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March 5, 2026

County News / Education / Human Resources / Leadership / News You Can Use

New Leadership Cohort Launches for County Administrators and HR Leaders

A new leadership development opportunity is launching for county leaders responsible for workforce strategy, organizational culture, and team performance. The Workforce Network Leadership Program is a 10-week online cohort designed specifically for county administrators, human resources professionals, and their teams. The program focuses on strengthening leadership capacity across local governments while providing practical tools for managing people, aligning departments, and leading organizational change. The program is built specifically for local government leaders and allows participants…

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March 4, 2026

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Federal Workforce Program Connects Older Workers With Local Agencies

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is offering a unique opportunity to county agencies and nonprofit organizations looking to expand their workforce. The federally funded program connects older job seekers (age 55 and older) with community-serving organizations, including government agencies and nonprofits. Through the program, participants receive workforce training while supporting the mission of host organizations across their communities. SCSEP places participants in part-time roles with “Host Agencies,” where they gain valuable on-the-job experience…

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March 4, 2026

Cyber / Finance and Procurement / Information Technology / NACo and Federal Issues / News You Can Use

NACo EDGE Webinar: Cyber Resilience in County Finance

On Friday, March 6, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST, NACo EDGE will host a timely webinar focused on strengthening cyber resilience in county finance operations. County finance offices sit at the center of local government operations, managing payroll, vendor payments, tax revenues, and sensitive financial data. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, public sector finance teams are increasingly being targeted. The webinar titled, "Cyber Resilience in County Finance: Protecting What Matters Most," will address these…

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February 26, 2026

County News / Economic Development / News You Can Use

New Analysis Projects $1.5B Economic Impact From Sphere National Harbor

Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy and Governor Wes Moore, with Sphere Entertainment Co. and Peterson Companies, unveiled a new economic analysis that demonstrates how the recently announced Sphere National Harbor venue would drive significant economic benefits for Prince George’s County and the State of Maryland. From the press release: “We knew immediately Sphere National Harbor was going to be transformational. This new economic data has reconfirmed how amazing a win this is for the…

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February 26, 2026

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Think Warm Thoughts: It’s Time To Book Your Hotel Room for Summer #MACoCon

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What’s Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. The preliminary list of hotel blocks is here - book your room before they sell out! MACo’s Summer Conference brings together approximately 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the private sector. With four days of educational sessions, along with 2 exhibit shows (over 350 vendors!), and numerous briefings, meetings, and opportunities to connect with counties, this…

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February 23, 2026

County News / Information Technology / News You Can Use

St. Mary’s County Launches Upgraded Digital Governance Platform

St. Mary’s County has launched a new digital governance platform designed to improve public access to meeting materials and strengthen transparency in local government operations. The County has transitioned its online meeting document system from the previous BoardDocs platform to the modernized Diligent platform, which serves as a critical access point for residents to review agendas, minutes, and supporting materials for Boards, Commissions, and Committees — including the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County, St. Mary's…

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February 19, 2026

NACo and Federal Issues / News You Can Use

Have You Heard About NACo’s Cohorts and Initiatives? Join One Today!

NACo partners with thought leaders, industry partners, and philanthropic organizations to identify and elevate best practices in key areas of county responsibility. NACo programming enhances public understanding of county government and supports the learning and development of America’s county leaders. Program activities may include: Original research on and for counties Topical resource hubs that elevate best and innovative county practices In-person peer exchange events in exemplar counties National networks of county leaders who share similar…

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February 12, 2026

Education / Higher Education / NACo and Federal Issues / News You Can Use

Scholarship Opportunity Supports the Next Generation of County Leaders

The National Association of Counties (NACo), in partnership with Nationwide, is investing in the futures of county families through its annual Deferred Compensation Program scholarship opportunity. Now in its 26th consecutive year, the NACo Deferred Compensation Program will award four $2,500 college scholarships to high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of county employees participating in the program. The initiative reflects NACo and Nationwide’s ongoing commitment to supporting county employees not only in…

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February 10, 2026