Planning Underway for Perry Hall’s 250th Birthday
- B.J. Joseph
- September 13, 2024
- Perry Hall's 250th anniversary
The following article waa submitted Councilman David Marks. Plans are underway to celebrate and commemorate Perry Hall’s 250th anniversary in 2025. Perry Hall was founded in 1775 when Harry Dorsey Gough, a prominent businessman, completed construction of the mansion for which the community derives its name. A committee has been formed to plan events throughout […]
Read MorePerry Hall Improvement Association Meeting on Sept. 12
- B.J. Joseph
- September 11, 2024
- Perry Hall Improvement Association
The Perry Hall Improvement Association is hosting their next meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at Brightview Senior Living, 9657 Belair Road in Perry Hall. There will be updates on development projects in the area area as well as updates on the final zoning of the Comprehensive Zoning […]
Read MorePerry Hall Community Turning 250 in 2025
- B.J. Joseph
- September 9, 2024
- Perry Hall 250
–photo courtesy of facebook.com/250 The community of Perry Hall is turning 250 years old in 2025. Councilman David Marks said a celebration is planned for next year. “Perry Hall is 250 years old in 2025! A group of community leaders is planning a series or events to celebrate. Please join our Facebook page to stay […]
Read MoreOpen House for Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project
An Open House will be held at Perry Hall High School about the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation project. The event will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 8 from 6 to 7 p.m. About the project on the BGE website “PJM Interconnection, the organization responsible for the safety and reliability of the regional electric transmission system, […]
Read MoreMarks Announces Concept Plans For Gerst Road Park
- B.J. Joseph
- August 30, 2024
- East County Times
- Gerst Park
–The following press release was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about the plans for the Gerst Park site in Perry Hall- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that concept plans are now available for the Gerst Road Park site. The 22-acre park will be located east of Gerst Road in Perry Hall. Councilman […]
Read MoreCCBC Essex to Hold Candlelight Vigil for Slain Alum
- B.J. Joseph
- August 30, 2024
- Andrea Rodriguez Avila
-photo courtesy of CCBC Dundalk Honors- Perry Hall High School grad and CCBC Essex alum Andrea Rodriguez Avila was found dead on the campus of Rice University after a fatal shooting on Monday. CCBC announced it will hold a candlelight vigil in her honor. “The news of the tragic loss of Andrea Rodriguez Avila, a […]
Read MoreMarks: “Over 4,900 Acres Downzoned to Lighten Development and Preserve Open Space”
The following article has been submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. On Tuesday, August 27th, the Baltimore County Council approved the new Comprehensive Zoning Map for Baltimore County. In the Fifth District that I represent, acting on my recommendation, the Council downzoned 4,944 acres of property. […]
Read MoreMarks to Block Townhome Rezoning, Ligthten Philadelphia Road Growth
The following press release has been submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he will oppose a rezoning request that would have allowed townhomes on Gerst Avenue in Perry Hall (Issue 5-004). The zoning will remain one house per acre (DR 1). On the Philadelphia Road […]
Read MoreMarks & Henn Thanks BCPS for PHES Parhway Upgrades
- B.J. Joseph
- August 21, 2024
- Perry Hall Elementary
Councilman David Marks sent an update on the pathway to the back of Perry Hall Elementary School with before and after photos. “Many thanks to Baltimore County Public Schools for improving the pathways at Perry Hall Elementary School, a project requested by me and Julie Henn, Baltimore County Board of Education.”
Read MoreAnother Storm Causes Damages on Local Roads
- B.J. Joseph
- August 19, 2024
- Storm damage
-photo courtesy of Councilman Marks- The Office of Councilman David Marks reported a downed tree on Baker Lane in Perry Hall from last night’s storm. Marks’ office said the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation has been notified. The Long Green Volunteer Fire Company reported Harford Road was closed just north of Long […]
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