Governing magazine has reviewed the latest round of investment returns for public pension systems, and speculated on the next steps for jurisdictions offering these traditional defined benefit plans, that are…
Almost half of Maryland counties are members of the Maryland State Pensions System, with county employees participating in the Pension System and counties contributing to it. The financial health of…
Governor Hogan testified in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for nearly two hours to urge for more federal funding and assistance to help states fight…
The Pew Charitable Trusts has issued a fact sheet advising states on best practices for analyzing the fiscal health of local governments. Maryland, along with 22 other states, are currently…
MACo’s legislative efforts earned an 80% success rate – and as usual, the counties’ voice makes a difference in Annapolis. Bills we support are more likely to pass, and bills…
The Senate Budget and Taxation Committee has passed another piece of legislation addressing the income tax revenue windfalls coming to the State and counties: Senate Bill 830, Income Tax - Standard…
Multiple Maryland counties have funds set aside for the scheduled closure costs of public landfills. State law authorizes these funds to be invested like long-term assets -- similar to pension…
MACo’s Summer Conference will hold Solutions Showcase Sessions, formally known as Sponsor Showcase Sessions, to educate attendees about products and services from participating conference sponsors. Each session will be 30 minutes…
