Summer Series Archives

New Summer Series Bonus Sessions Announced!

Our successful Summer Series is nearly halfway through, but we have more exciting bonus content to share from our Corporate Partners! Our Corporate Partners and Endorsement Partners are experts in their fields. Through them we’ll learn best practices and hear their first hand experiences on an array of topics – from COVID-19’s impact on local government, to telehealth, to data analytics – and more! Here are the latest Solutions Showcase sessions from our dedicated partners:…

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July 28, 2020

County News / Economic Development / General Assembly News / Information Technology / Summer Series

MEDC Chairman: Hold Broadband Suppliers Accountable for Underserved Areas

In a meeting of the Maryland Economic Development Commission, Chairman Anirban Basu said he believes that Maryland should impose a tax on internet companies that do not offer service to all. Many communities in Maryland lack internet access, causing residents to "endanger themselves" in the pandemic as they must travel to areas where internet access is readily available said Basu. From Maryland Matters: “If I were governor, I would impose a hefty tax on broadband…

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July 28, 2020

County News / Summer Conference / Summer Series

The MACo Book Club is Back! August 20 Virtual Meeting, “Collapse” By Jared Diamond

MACo is proud to continue its recent tradition - a "Book Club" meeting as part of our summertime offerings. The group has traditionally focused on books dealing with public policy and leadership - this summer's offering is Jared Diamond's "Collapse." MACo is proud to renew a recent tradition, a good-government themed Book Club for county officials and other stakeholders. Recent iterations have brought conference attendees together to discuss leadership, innovative budgeting, customer service, and time…

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July 24, 2020

Education / Summer Conference / Summer Series

Officials Share Paths Forward for Kirwan and Education in Maryland

During a live forum, panelists provided updates and insights into what the future looks like for a revamp of education in Maryland. During the MACo's Summer Series session "Kirwan - Where Do We Go From Here" panelists discussed the potential paths forward for Kirwan, the possibility of a veto override, and what implementation means in the midst of a pandemic. Following the presentations audience members were able to engage in a lively virtual Q&A with…

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July 22, 2020

Coronavirus / Corporate Partners / County News / Summer Series

Explore The Future of Telehealth on 7/31 #MACoSummerSeries

Don’t miss MACo’s Summer Series Solutions Showcase on technology deployment to protect your team from COVID-19! MACo’s Summer Series includes content directly aimed at solving common governance and administrative challenges. Navigating our healthcare options in the current climate can be a particularly daunting challenge. Register for MACo’s Summer Series to attend a live session hosted by Cigna, a MACo Platinum Corporate Partner. Title: The Future of Telehealth Description: The benefits of virtual care during a…

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July 21, 2020

Corporate Partners / County News / Emergency Management / News You Can Use / Summer Series

Is Your Communications System Ready for the Unexpected?

It's hurricane season, and Motorola Solutions (a MACo Gold Corporate Partner) wants to make sure your communications systems are prepared to protect your community. To help, they've created a checklist you can use when preparing for the next natural disaster. From Motorola Solutions: Motorola Solutions has been working with local, state and federal governments for more than 90 years to provide the communication technologies people rely on before, during and after hurricanes. Below are tips…

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July 20, 2020

Coronavirus / County News / Health and Human Services / Summer Series

Health Officers Share Expertise, Lessons Learned on COVID-19 Response

During a live forum, county health officers provided important and timely updates and perspectives on pandemic policy and incident response from across the state. During the MACo's Summer Series session "Public Health and Pandemics: Policy and Incident Response Forum" a panel of county health officers discussed COVID-19 response from a local and national perspective, struggles with staff coverage and burnout in a 24/7 coverage environment, responding to breakouts in nursing homes and poultry processing plants,…

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July 16, 2020

Coronavirus / Corporate Partners / County News / Health and Human Services / News You Can Use / Summer Series

Technology Deployment to Combat COVID-19

Don’t miss MACo's Summer Series Solutions Showcase on technology deployment to protect your team from COVID-19! MACo’s Summer Series includes content directly aimed at solving common governance and administrative challenges. One challenge we're all currently facing is how to safely reopen for business in the middle of the pandemic. Register for MACo’s Summer Series to attend a prerecorded session hosted by Motorola Solutions, a MACo Gold Corporate Partner. Title: Technology Deployment to Combat COVID-19 Description:…

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July 15, 2020

County News / Summer Series

Governor Hogan Commends MACo Summer Series as “Innovative Solution” in Video Message

In a video message, Governor Hogan commends MACo's Summer Series - a weekly e-learning series dedicated to county challenges and solutions - as an innovative solution in a time of social distancing. MACo's Summer Conference is usually the political highlight of the summer, attracting 3,000 leaders from all levels of government and the commercial sector. With the COVID-19 pandemic causing the cancellation of this highly anticipated forum for education and partnership-building, the Association decided to…

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July 14, 2020

County News / Summer Series

Environmental Social Governance and Its Impact on Local Counties’ Budgets

Don’t miss this MACo Summer Series Solutions Showcase on environmental social governance! MACo’s Summer Series includes content directly aimed at solving common governance and administrative challenges. One such challenge is environmental social governance. Register for MACo’s Summer Series to attend a session hosted by MD-DE-DC Beverage Association, a MACo Bronze Corporate Partner. Title: Environmental Social Governance (ESG): An Overview of Key Trends, How It’s Shifting into the Government, and Its Impact on Local Counties’ Budgets…

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July 10, 2020