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Learn to Save a Life with Overdose and CPR Training at #MACoCon

Join in and learn how to save a life! MACo’s Winter Conference will offer an interactive training session on hands-only CPR and administering Naloxone. “Stayin’ Alive” - Learn to Save a Life with Naloxone Training for Opioid Overdoses and Hands-Only CPR Receive in-person, hands-on training and certification in recognizing and responding to opioid overdose with Naloxone. This prescription medication can safely and effectively reverse an opioid overdose. Participants will receive a certificate and a kit…

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November 20, 2019

Corporate Partners / County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Dueling Pianos Return to #MACoCon Thanks to WGL!

MACo would like to take a moment to thank our Platinum Corporate Partner WGL Energy for hosting the dueling pianos event yet again this year! WGL Energy's Dueling Pianos Reception will take place Wednesday evening from 9:30 pm until Midnight, at the Hyatt Regency in Cambridge, MD. WGL Energy is a leader in efficient and environmentally-friendly energy technology solutions to residential, government, commercial and industrial customers. We deliver a full spectrum of energy solutions, including…

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November 19, 2019

Corporate Partners / County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

WWT Has the Tools Counties Need to Improve Digital Engagement at #MACoCon

World Wide Technologies, Inc. (WWT), MACo's Platinum Corporate Partner, wants to give counties the tools they need to improve their digital constituent engagement. Attend their Solutions Showcase Session at MACo's Winter Conference to see how they can help. Take a Number: Creating an engaging experience for your constituents The focus on user experience in the digital space has lead to increased expectations on how citizens engage with everyday services. Compared to the private sector, the…

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November 19, 2019

Corporate Partners / County Budgets / County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Pepco and Delmarva Power Can Help You Build More Efficient Communities at #MACoCon

MACo's Bronze Corporate Partners Pepco and Delmarva Power want to help you build more energy efficient communities with their Solutions Showcase Session at MACo's Winter Conference! Efficient Buildings Create Efficient Communities Maximizing your budget and improving your building’s performance are crucial to a successful community. Pepco and Delmarva Power’s newest program, Energy Efficiency Communities, can help your organization stretch its dollar and increase its bottom line by reducing electrical consumption and energy bills. The Communities Program…

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November 19, 2019

Corporate Partners / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Maryland Environmental Service Wants to Help You Save Money!

MACo's Bronze Corporate Partner Maryland Environmental Service (MES) is hosting a Solutions Showcase Session to help counties learn how they can save money with shared services during MACo's Winter Conference. Save Money with Shared Services Tightening budgets have put a strain on county governments. With nearly 50 years of experience providing a wide range of environmental services, the experts at MES can help you leverage efficiencies and preserve your bottom line. Explore ways to meet…

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November 19, 2019

County News / Education / Health and Human Services / Housing and Community Development / MACo Events / Planning and Zoning / Winter Conference

Statistics In Schools Program Launched Ahead of 2020 Census

The United States Census Bureau's Statistics in Schools program aims to raise awareness around the role of schools in acquiring accurate community census counts. The program includes 67 activities that focus on math, statics and data analysis for children. The program also focuses on English Language Learner adults and children. From the Census Bureau: Overview Statistics in Schools provides more than 100 activities that you can use in any year—and whenever you have a new…

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November 13, 2019

County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Baltimore Metropolitan Council Releases Updated Regional Cycling Map

The Baltimore Metropolitan Council (BMC) recently released an updated version of their Regional Bicycle Facilities Map. Originally launched in February of this year, the updated map enhances planning for commuters in the Baltimore region. The latest version also adds data for Queen Anne's County. From Baltimore Metropolitan Council's website: The Regional Bicycle Facilities Map contains all existing bicycle trails and lanes in the Baltimore region. The focus of the data is on commuting, rather than…

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November 12, 2019

Corporate Partners / County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

New Potomac Edison Substation Will Enhance Service Reliability in Northern Frederick County

MACo Bronze Corporate Partner Potomac Edison, a subsidary of FirstEnergy Corp., is nearing completion of a new substation and additional distribution circuits that will enhance service reliability to customers in northern Frederick County, MD. From First Energy Corp's website: Located in the Foxville area, the substation will split an existing 114-mile circuit serving about 1,300 customers into two circuits that will serve about 650 customers each in the Myersville, Wolfsville and Foxville areas. The two…

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November 12, 2019

County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Maryland Hosts 5th Annual Business Opportunities Summit

The Maryland Department of General Services - in partnership with the Maryland Department of Transportation, and the University System of Maryland - recently hosted their Fifth Annual Business Opportunities & Entrepreneurial Training Summit for Small, Minority, Women, & Veteran-Owned Businesses. The summit is the premier event for small, local, and minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses in Maryland, attracting over 500 businesses from across the state. From Maryland's Department of General Services website: “Our administration is…

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November 12, 2019

County News / MACo Events / Winter Conference

Walk in the Footsteps of an American Legend at #MACoCon

Guests of MACo's Winter Conference attendees can experience a tour following in the footsteps of American Legend and Dorchester County native Harriet Tubman. Tour attendees must be personal guests of registered conference attendees, sponsors and exhibitors. From MACo's Winter Conference Registration Brochure: Visit the places where Harriet Tubman lived, worked, and hid before her escape to freedom. Experience the hidden places used by fleeing slaves as you trace Harriet Tubman's path along the eastern shore.…

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November 8, 2019