Read more about the article Harford Increases Developer Fees to Meet School Capacity Demands
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Harford Increases Developer Fees to Meet School Capacity Demands

Harford County enacts legislation to increase impact fees on new home developments to address the growing costs of expanding school capacity. This week, the Harford County Council unanimously approved legislation introduced by County Executive Bob Cassilly to increase impact fees on new home developments. This move seeks to ensure developers contribute more equitably to the infrastructure demands their projects create, alleviating the financial burden on taxpayers and ensuring schools remain equipped to support a growing…

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December 6, 2024
Read more about the article Infrastructure Investments – Capital Improvement Plans from Start to Finish
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Infrastructure Investments – Capital Improvement Plans from Start to Finish

Capital Improvement Plans are a vital piece of the public service puzzle, enabling counties to deliver quality services and facilities for local residents in a fiscally responsible way. They require long-term planning and extensive collaboration across agencies to make communities throughout Maryland viable for years to come. For county governments, maintaining local infrastructure and public resources for residents is a crucial responsibility. The collaboration of local elected officials, county professionals, and the public is vital…

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December 4, 2024
Read more about the article School Construction Commission Talks Growing Need and Funding Shortfalls
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School Construction Commission Talks Growing Need and Funding Shortfalls

The Interagency Commission (IAC) on School Construction met to discuss new and existing school construction projects across several jurisdictions as fiscal pressure mounts in school districts throughout the state. During the most recent meeting of the IAC on School Construction leaders met to discuss increases in school construction needs and the resource limitations of the commission. Executive Director Alex Donahue briefed the membership on the financial gaps local education agencies are facing even beyond construction…

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November 15, 2024
Read more about the article Wicomico’s 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan: Bolstering Infrastructure, Health, and Community
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Wicomico’s 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan: Bolstering Infrastructure, Health, and Community

This week, Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano outlined the County’s forward-looking 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), setting the stage for transformative projects to bolster infrastructure, enrich community spaces, and fuel economic growth. “Investing in Wicomico County’s infrastructure is an investment in our future,” said County Executive Giordano. “These projects address current needs while strategically positioning us for sustainable growth and enhanced quality of life.” The CIP encompasses essential projects that target facilities across Wicomico County,…

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November 5, 2024
Read more about the article Progress Continues on New Cecil Middle-High School Complex
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Progress Continues on New Cecil Middle-High School Complex

Local collaboration and coordination in Cecil will bring the new Northeast Middle School (NEMS) and Northeast High School (NEHS) building online sooner than expected, with a forecasted $8-10M taxpayer savings. According to a recent Cecil Whig article, the early stages of construction on the new joint middle-high school complex in the county are continuing at a noticeable pace. Work crews began in July to begin clearing the site of the new 294,000-square-foot NEMS/NEHS building. The…

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October 1, 2024
Read more about the article State Panel Weighs School Construction Priorities in Final Debt Recommendations
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State Panel Weighs School Construction Priorities in Final Debt Recommendations

As Maryland counties face increasing demands for infrastructure, including school construction, the Capital Debt Affordability Committee (CDAC) plays a pivotal role in evaluating the State’s debt capacity. During its recent meeting, the CDAC discussed Maryland’s fiscal outlook, debt capacity, and the urgent need for school construction funding. These discussions will shape the Committee's recommendations for the governor and General Assembly as Maryland navigates balancing debt management with critical infrastructure investments. Maryland’s Debt Capacity and Fiscal…

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October 1, 2024
Read more about the article Harford Exec Cassilly Proposes Raising Developer Fees to Support School Capacity
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Harford Exec Cassilly Proposes Raising Developer Fees to Support School Capacity

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly has introduced legislation to raise the County’s impact fees on new home developers, addressing the growing costs of expanding school capacity. Based on the recommendations of a multi-stakeholder workgroup and study, the proposal seeks to align developer contributions with the actual costs of growth. As the current fee structure has remained unchanged since 2005, the legislation aims to reduce the burden on taxpayers while ensuring a more equitable and balanced…

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September 17, 2024
Read more about the article Cecil Exec Hornberger Unveils Plan to Fast-Track North East School Complex
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Cecil Exec Hornberger Unveils Plan to Fast-Track North East School Complex

Cecil County Executive Danielle Hornberger unveiled a comprehensive plan to accelerate the completion of the new North East Middle and High School complex. The County Executive presented a bill and companion resolution to the County Council that would facilitate the completion of this project ahead of schedule and within the next three years. “This plan is a win-win,” said County Executive Danielle Hornberger. “It will save Cecil taxpayers an estimated $8–10 million and more quickly…

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August 26, 2024
Read more about the article Frederick Exec Fitzwater Proposes $3M Supplemental Budget to Accelerate School Construction
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Frederick Exec Fitzwater Proposes $3M Supplemental Budget to Accelerate School Construction

This week, County Executive Jessica Fitzwater presented a three-step plan to address the growing school overcrowding in Frederick County. The plan adds new capacity sooner than anticipated, creates extra space at the most overcrowded school, and adds more sites for future schools. “School construction has been a priority for my administration – and for me personally – since my first day in office,” County Executive Fitzwater said. “I spent 17 years as a classroom teacher,…

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July 25, 2024
Read more about the article Prince George’s Council Passes Resolution to Build Eight New Schools
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Prince George’s Council Passes Resolution to Build Eight New Schools

The Prince George's County Council passed a resolution approving the County's portion of a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding for phase 2 of the County's P3 (public-private partnership) school construction project. The State Interagency Commission on School Construction (IAC) must approve the deal at next week's meeting. Once approved, the State will invest more than $800 million to accelerate construction, while the school system will make payments on the project for 30 years. The eight schools…

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July 19, 2024
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