Read more about the article #MACoCon Recap: Maryland’s Energy Future
Energy / Summer Conference
#MACoCon Recap: Maryland’s Energy Future

At the MACo Summer Conference, attendees heard how upcoming energy changes could impact local planning, infrastructure, and economic development.  Maryland has long aimed to lead in the renewable energy transition, with state policymakers pushing bold goals on clean energy, electrification, and efficiency. Over the past decade, legislative and executive actions have driven progress—but rising regional energy demands and shifting federal policies are creating new challenges. Senator Mary Beth Carozza led the conversation and moderated an…

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August 18, 2025
Read more about the article Exhibitor Prize Drawings at the MACo Summer Conference
Summer Conference
Exhibitor Prize Drawings at the MACo Summer Conference

The Exhibit Hall (and now Bayfront) at the MACo Summer Conference is always a hub of energy — where attendees connect with vendors, explore new solutions, and, in some cases, win exciting prizes. This year, many of our exhibitors are offering raffle giveaways at their booths, ranging from useful tech tools to unique gift bundles. Attendees are encouraged to visit exhibitors, learn about their products and services, and enter drawings for a chance to win.…

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August 12, 2025
Read more about the article Ransomware Reality: Communicating Through a Cyberattack – An Interactive Exercise
Cyber / Information Technology / Summer Conference
Ransomware Reality: Communicating Through a Cyberattack – An Interactive Exercise

Local government has continued to expand in the digital age far beyond traditional service delivery - county leaders must now be prepared to manage and communicate through complex, high-stakes emergencies like cyberattacks, which seem to have increased year after year.  County governments rely heavily on technology to deliver essential services and manage things like resident data, all while the financial, operational, and reputational risks of a ransomware attack grow more severe. That's where Ransomware Reality:…

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August 7, 2025
Read more about the article #MACoCon Training Stage Highlights Life-Saving Skills, With Special Guest Lt. Gov Miller
Health and Human Services / Summer Conference
#MACoCon Training Stage Highlights Life-Saving Skills, With Special Guest Lt. Gov Miller

An exciting new addition to Thursday and Friday of MACoCon this year will be the dedicated Training Stage, offering hands-on learning opportunities to equip attendees with practical life-saving skills. MACo's Summer Conference has something for everyone. The content is not just focused on policy topics, but also on more hands-on skills for attendees. All training stage events occur in the BAYFRONT HALL. Don't miss the chance to learn more about life-saving skills in opioid overdoses…

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August 7, 2025
Read more about the article Rethinking Road Revenue: A Rational Approach to Transportation Funding at #MACoCon
County Budgets / Summer Conference / Transportation and Public Works
Rethinking Road Revenue: A Rational Approach to Transportation Funding at #MACoCon

At this year’s MACo Summer Conference, a timely session will examine the future of transportation funding in Maryland and the challenges counties face as they work to meet growing infrastructure demands with dwindling resources. Highway User Revenues (HUR) were once a reliable funding stream for local roadways, bridges, and related infrastructure. But repeated State-level policy changes, from deep cuts to HUR to the shift toward discretionary grants, have undermined that stability and left counties with…

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August 6, 2025
Read more about the article Leveraging Technology for Legislative Success
Summer Conference
Leveraging Technology for Legislative Success

MACo’s 2025 Summer Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by ENGAGIFII!  About ENGAGIFII : Engagifii is the only Association Management System (AMS) with member engagement at the core of the platform. We provide associations, lobbying groups, and governmental organizations a unified suite of modules so that teams can manage their whole association and most importantly, deeply engage their…

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August 6, 2025
Read more about the article Are You App-solutely Ready for #MACoCon? Download the Mobile App Today!
Summer Conference
Are You App-solutely Ready for #MACoCon? Download the Mobile App Today!

MACo’s Summer Conference is just ONE WEEK AWAY! Preview the event and plan your time with our NEW mobile app – thanks to Lead Sponsor Skyline Technology Solutions and co-sponsors Chaberton, Ameresco, and Tyler Maryland. Instructions for your FREE download: (must be a registered attendee, speaker, or exhibitor to access the app) Delete any earlier MACo app you may have installed on your device Access the App Store/Google Play: Search “MACoCon” or click these links: APPLE DOWNLOAD | ANDROID DOWNLOAD (or, access on…

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August 6, 2025
Read more about the article Public Health Funding Needs Clarity and Predictability
Health and Human Services / Summer Conference
Public Health Funding Needs Clarity and Predictability

As Maryland rethinks how it supports public health, counties are calling for clarity, consistency, and a stronger state-local partnership. Counties' feedback urges a modern approach to funding, one that reflects today’s public health realities and helps local governments plan responsibly. As previously covered by MACo, Maryland’s Commission on Public Health released a draft slate of over 60 recommendations to strengthen and modernize the state’s public health system. Following the draft’s release and the 30-day public…

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August 5, 2025
Read more about the article The Evolving Pharmacy Landscape: Managing Costs and Complexity
Summer Conference
The Evolving Pharmacy Landscape: Managing Costs and Complexity

MACo’s 2025 Summer Conference Solutions Showcase features thought leaders and industry experts presenting resources and best practices to assist local governments. Check out this session hosted by Keenan Pharmacy Services! About Keenan Pharmacy Services: Keenan Pharmacy Services provides pharmacy benefit management services to Public Schools and County governments in Maryland. Their goal is to maximize discounts and rebates to minimize total spending and manage clinical outcomes, the drivers of excess cost where PBMs profit. The…

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August 5, 2025
Read more about the article States Debate PFAS Regulations As Feds Pull Back
Environment / Summer Conference / Transportation and Public Works
States Debate PFAS Regulations As Feds Pull Back

A majority of states are considering new regulations to protect public health against PFAS, even as federal regulators walk back many of their protections.  PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing, food packaging, and firefighting foam. They’re often called “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down in the environment and can build up in the human body over time. Exposure to PFAS…

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August 5, 2025
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