Read more about the article Interested in Speaking at Summer #MACoCon? Submit a Proposal by April 15!
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Interested in Speaking at Summer #MACoCon? Submit a Proposal by April 15!

MACo’s 2026 Summer Conference, “Build What's Next,” will be held on August 12-15 in Ocean City, MD. Interested in speaking or have a topic you want to see covered? See MACo’s Call for Proposals! 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,…

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January 22, 2026
Read more about the article Save the Date for 2026 Summer #MACoCon, “Build What’s Next”
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Save the Date for 2026 Summer #MACoCon, “Build What’s Next”

MACo’s Winter Conference just wrapped, and the 2026 General Assembly Session is starting soon, but don’t forget to mark your calendars for MACo’s Summer Conference, “Build What's Next,” on August 12-15, 2026, in Ocean City, Maryland. 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…

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December 17, 2025
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Why Maryland’s Market Is Ripe for Renewable Development

The 2025 Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) Summer Conference provided an excellent platform to discuss the future of energy in the state. I was honored to be a part of the general session panel “Powering Maryland: What’s Next for the State’s Energy Future?”  moderated by Senator Mary Beth Carozza. I was joined by an exceptional group of experts, including:  Kumar Barve, Commissioner, Public Service Commission Paul Pinsky, Director, Maryland Energy Administration Mark Ritacco, Chief Government…

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October 21, 2025
Read more about the article Thank You, #MACoCon Sponsors – We Couldn’t Do It Without You!
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Thank You, #MACoCon Sponsors – We Couldn’t Do It Without You!

MACo’s Summer Conference, “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” was a success (Aug 13-16, 2025). See the list of generous industry leaders who support the work of local government through MACo’s conference activities. Learn more about all of our Summer Conference sponsors and see how they made this year’s conference the best one yet. AARP (Governor’s Cabinet Reception) Accela (Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorship) Aetna (Buffet Lunch – Thursday) American Fidelity (Attendee Lounge & Affiliate Meeting…

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August 22, 2025
Read more about the article Through the Lens: Highlights from the 2025 MACo Summer Conference
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Through the Lens: Highlights from the 2025 MACo Summer Conference

MACo's 2025 Summer Conference “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” on Aug 13-16 in Ocean City, MD, was a resounding success! Exceeding all expectations, #MACoCon 2025 achieved high attendance numbers and solidified its reputation as a premier event in Maryland’s local government landscape.  This year's theme, “Funding the Future: The Evolving Role of Local Government,” highlighted innovative approaches to widespread local government challenges, like road funding, energy resilience, and the effective implementation…

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August 22, 2025
Read more about the article Live From Summer #MACoCon With Comptroller Brooke Lierman
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Live From Summer #MACoCon With Comptroller Brooke Lierman

This week on the Conduit Street Podcast, we bring you a special treat from the 2025 MACo Summer Conference, and it might involve MACo Executive Director Michael Sanderson taking a turn with the Crab Feast band! But the feature comes to us from a great 2025 #MACoCon 1-on-1 session is Comptroller Brooke Lierman.   Tune in to the Conduit Street Podcast weekly, wherever you get your podcasts! Subscribe to the Conduit Street Blog and stay in…

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August 22, 2025
Read more about the article #MACoCon Recap: Leading Through Limits: Protecting Public Health
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#MACoCon Recap: Leading Through Limits: Protecting Public Health

At the MACo Summer Conference, a panel of public health experts discussed a pressing challenge facing counties today: how to protect and promote community health while working within limited budgets. Dr. Elizabeth Kromm, Interim Deputy Secretary for Public Health Services at the Maryland Department of Health, opened with a focus on workforce and harm reduction. She underscored that both state and local governments have a long list of responsibilities, from fiscal planning and health delivery…

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August 21, 2025
Read more about the article #MACoCon Recap: Navigating Federal Shifts in Maryland
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#MACoCon Recap: Navigating Federal Shifts in Maryland

When federal priorities shift, the ripple effects can be felt quickly. At this year’s Summer Conference, the session Navigating Federal Shifts: Opportunities and Challenges for Maryland Communities brought together state and county leaders to discuss how national-level changes in funding, regulation, and policy impact everything from infrastructure and workforce development to local economic growth. The panel, moderated by Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier, featured perspectives from Attorney General Anthony Brown, Maryland Commerce Secretary Harry Coker,…

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August 21, 2025
Read more about the article Large County Coalition Brings Industry Voices to the Table at #MACoCon
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Large County Coalition Brings Industry Voices to the Table at #MACoCon

At the MACo Summer Conference, the Large County Coalition (LCC) convened county leaders and industry experts for a high-level discussion on workforce, economic growth, and innovation in Maryland’s largest jurisdictions. Prince George's County Council Member Wanika Fisher, Chair of the LCC, opened the session by stressing the importance of sustained dialogue between counties and industry leaders to bolster Maryland’s economic foundation. LCC Panel Speakers Kelly Schulz, CEO, Maryland Tech Council Greg Akerman, President, Baltimore/DC-Metro Building…

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August 21, 2025
Read more about the article Tourism, Business, and Beyond: Counties Drive Growth at #MACoCon
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Tourism, Business, and Beyond: Counties Drive Growth at #MACoCon

At the MACo Summer Conference, county leaders and State partners shared how local insight and innovative strategies are driving Maryland’s economic growth. The Summer Conference session, Shaping Maryland's Future: Leveraging Innovative Strategies for Economic Growth, highlighted the importance of tailoring policies to reflect the diverse strengths and challenges of communities across the state, from rural tourism economies to urban business hubs. Delegate C.T. Wilson, Chair of the House Economic Matters Committee, moderated the panel and…

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August 20, 2025
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