Read more about the article Local Government Insurance Trust: Protecting Maryland’s Counties, Cities, and Towns
Corporate Partners / County News / Employee Benefits and Relations / Government Liability and Courts / MACo Events / News You Can Use / Summer Series
Local Government Insurance Trust: Protecting Maryland’s Counties, Cities, and Towns

Don’t miss this MACo Summer Series Solutions Showcase! MACo’s Summer Series includes content directly aimed at solving common governance and administrative challenges. Join us Thursday, July 16, as we take a deep dive into the latest services and protections offered by our Platinum Corporate Partner, Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT). Title: Local Government Insurance Trust: Protecting Maryland’s Counties, Cities, and Towns Description: LGIT’s Executive Director Tim Ailsworth will give a live overview of insurance products and…

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July 10, 2020
Read more about the article Back to Basics – Retooling Your Budget in Times of Crisis
Coronavirus / County Budgets / County News / State Budget and Fiscal Issues / Summer Series / Taxes and Revenues
Back to Basics – Retooling Your Budget in Times of Crisis

Join MACo on Wednesday, August 5 to hear from experts on state and local budgets as part of the MACo’s Summer Series. Counties are making significant financial investments to address immediate public health and safety needs. At the same time, counties are experiencing massive and unprecedented declines in revenue as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The combined effect of these changes will likely undermine county revenue structures and support for education, public safety, roadway…

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July 9, 2020
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News You Can Use / Summer Series
Constituent Communications in a Crisis

Join MACo on August 26 for a conversation with local leaders on constituent communications as part of MACo’s Summer Series. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of effective communications between elected leaders, government professionals, and the public they serve. Learn more from local leaders how to effectively reach constituents and serve as an informational resource. Description: Effective constituent service takes on an even greater level of importance in ensuring the health and welfare…

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July 9, 2020
Coronavirus / County Budgets / County News / Economic Development / State Budget and Fiscal Issues / Summer Series
COVID-19 and the Maryland Economy: What’s Next?

Join MACo on Wednesday, August 19 to hear from experts on Maryland's economy as part of the MACo’s Summer Series. The swift and unprecedented shock of the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdown measures to contain it have wreaked havoc on the economy. As the focus shifts to restoring our state and local economies in a manner that is safe, equitable, and prosperous for all, hear from experts about how Maryland can foster a swift, sustainable economic…

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July 9, 2020
Read more about the article Bridging the Digital Divide: Broadband for All
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Broadband for All

Join MACo on August 12 for a deep dive discussion on broadband and the digital divide.  The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the issue of the digital divide to the spotlight, highlighting the inability of some to access high speed internet. With teleworking, telehealth, and virtual learning for students- access to reliable, affordable high-speed internet has never been more important. Title: Bridging the Digital Divide: Broadband for All Description: The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance…

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July 9, 2020
Read more about the article Telehealth Revolution: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology
Health and Human Services / Summer Series
Telehealth Revolution: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology

Join MACo on Wednesday, July 29 to hear from experts on telehealth as part of the MACo's Summer Series. Telehalth allows for long-distance patient and clinician contact for the remote delivery of healthcare services. It plays an important role in expanding access to care in place or during times were in-person care is unavailable or inconvienent. Learn more from experts about how telehealth is being used to help communities in need through the MACo Summer…

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July 9, 2020
Read more about the article Have Questions on Public Health or Pandemics? Submit Them Now!
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Have Questions on Public Health or Pandemics? Submit Them Now!

Don't miss your opporunity to submit questions now for MACo's Public Health and Pandemics Summer Series Forum.  MACo's July 15 Summer Series session will feature a forum with select county health officers discussing pandemic policy and incident response pulling from recent examples of lessons learned from addressing COVID-19. Please submit your questions to MACo's Legislative Director Natasha Mehu by email at nmehu@mdcounties.org. Questions are due by Noon on Tuesday, July 14. The MACo Summer Series…

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July 9, 2020
Read more about the article Public Health and Pandemics: Policy and Incident Response Forum
Coronavirus / Health and Human Services / Summer Series
Public Health and Pandemics: Policy and Incident Response Forum

Join MACo on Wednesday, July 15 for a forum with county health officers on pandemic response as part of the MACo's Summer Series. During this live forum, county health officers who serve as local experts on public health and the boots on the ground for the delivery of public health services will discuss pandemic policy and incident response pulling from recent examples of lessons learned from addressing COVID-19. Public Health and Pandemics: Policy and Incident…

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July 8, 2020
Read more about the article Industry Insight: 5 Key Principles That Make A Good Employee Benefits Program GREAT!
County News / Summer Series
Industry Insight: 5 Key Principles That Make A Good Employee Benefits Program GREAT!

Don't miss this MACo Summer Series Solutions Showcase on employee benefits programs! MACo's Summer Series includes content directly aimed at solving common governance and administrative challenges. One such challenge is employee benefits programs. Register for MACo's Summer Series to attend a session hosted by American Fidelity, a MACo endorsed partner assisting Maryland public sector employers with managing the increasing costs, complexities, and time requirements related to employee benefit administration Title: Industry Insight: 5 Key Principles…

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July 7, 2020
Read more about the article Kirwan – Where Do We Go From Here?
Education / Summer Conference / Summer Series
Kirwan – Where Do We Go From Here?

Join MACo on July 22 for a dive into the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and what happens next to the vetoed legislation.  Hear from panelists on the potential paths forward for Kirwan, the possibility of a veto override, and what implementation means in the midst of a pandemic. Title: Kirwan - Where Do We Go From Here? Description: As the State and counties grapple with unprecedented budget pressures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kirwan…

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July 7, 2020
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