Councilman Marks pictured with Rob Weyforth, Hawks Hollow Farm –the following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks about strengthening land preservation- In 1967, Baltimore County passed one of the most far-reaching land preservation acts in Maryland history, creating the Urban-Rural Demarcation Line. The URDL, as it is commonly known, separates the county … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long about the search for a new Baltimore County Executive- Election Day might have been a month ago and the holiday season is upon us, but we have one last key political office to decide. With Baltimore County Executive John Olszweski winning his race for Congress, a … Read more
Baltimore County Police are investigating mass shooting that left one person and nine injured in the 8500 block of Loch Raven Blvd. on Tuesday night. Multiple people were transported to area hospitals. This remains an ongoing investigation. When officers arrived on scene around 7:15 p.m., they located ten individuals suffering from injuries. One of the … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks on the priority of the next Baltimore County Executive- A new Baltimore County Executive will be inaugurated in early January to complete the term of John Olszewski, Jr., elected to Congress. I would like to thank those who have submitted their names to replace … Read more
The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks on the next steps on selecting a new Baltimore County Executive With the election of County Executive John Olszewski, Jr., to Congress, the County Council will need to select a replacement to complete the remaining two years of this term. It is the second … Read more
-photo courtesy of John Olszewski Facebook page- Kamala Harris and Angela Alsobrooks were declared statewide winners for President and U.S Senator and local Congressional races have also been called. As expected, 1st District Republican Congressman Andy Harris won an eighth term as he defeated Democratic Blane H. Miller, III. The 1st District cover northern Perry … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today the start of nominations for the Fifth District Citizens of the Year program. This initiative, started in 2011, honors volunteers who work above and beyond to improve their neighborhoods. Nominees should be residents of the Fifth County Council district, and should have worked, in a nonpartisan way, on … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is currently seeking a nominee for the Commission of Veterans’ Affairs. The Commission on Veterans’ Affairs was established to support veterans and their families residing in Baltimore County. The Commission is charged with communication between government agencies, businesses, educational institutions and veterans in the county, with the intent that veterans’ issues … Read more
-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Government- Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Baltimore County Revenue Authority officials joined elected officials, community members and golfing enthusiasts to break ground on a significant expansion and renovation of the Rocky Point Golf Course Clubhouse in Essex. Located on the 215-acre public golf course, the renovated clubhouse will feature … Read more
The Rosedale Branch of Baltimore County Public Library is hosting an event to celebrate their new mobile vehicle on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event will provide free face painting, crafts, music and KONA Ice. The library is located at 6105 Kenwood Avenue.
Community leaders and members of the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company dedicated the station’s second medic unit on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Councilman David Marks attended the event and is happy WMFVC is receiving another medic unit. “Our office pushed hard for this unit, along with the White Marsh-Cowenton Improvement Association, Senator J.B. Jennings and Delegates … Read more
The Baltimore County Council unanimously passed Councilman David Marks’s bill that would allow for a technical trade school in White Marsh at its legislative session on Oct. 7. Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 486 is seeking to repurpose the arena at 5811 Allender Road in White Marsh, which requires a legislative change. “I am delighted … Read more
The following article was submitted by 7th District- A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about a new building for Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks were excited to take part in an event today to mark the start of site preparation … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel, Baltimore County Recreation and Parks Director Bob Smith, and the Baltimore County Skateboard Council will hold a ribbon cutting to open the new Hazelwood Skate Park at 4924 Hazelwood Ave. in Overlea. This is the first bowl-style public skate park in 50 years and features … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is alerting residents of Carney’s Orbitan Court about survey work related to an assessment of the stream valley. The Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is conducting an assessment of the stream valley behind the homes. Residents may see the design consultant (McCormick Taylor, Inc.) and their survey … Read more
Baltimore County held a Community Leader Summit to honor its Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards. One of those honored was District 7 winner Carlos Crespo. He is the founder of Crespo Productions and co-founder of Nuestras Raices, Inc., a community organization dedicated to cultural preservation and support. “I thank God for my life and health, … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dr. Laura Herrera Scott announced that Dr. Lucy Wilson has been named County Health Officer and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services. “The health and wellness of our communities – as well as upholding Baltimore County’s high-quality public health services for … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced the 2024 awardees of Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards, recognizing seven individuals from across the County who have made significant and meaningful contributions to their communities. 2023 Community Heroes Winners “The dedicated community stakeholders who invest their time and energy to advocate for their neighborhoods and neighbors exemplify the … Read more
The Eastpoint Mall, Maryland Department of Labor, and Baltimore County Department of Economic & Workforce Development is hosting its Ninth Annual Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eastpoint Mall – 7839 Eastpoint Mall, Baltimore, MD 21224. This is one of our largest events every year and a great opportunity to … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today nominated Joseph W. Dixon to serve as chief of the Baltimore County Fire Department. Dixon brings more than three decades of firefighting and emergency response experience and would be Baltimore County’s first Black fire chief. “Keeping our communities safe is among the most sacred responsibilities of local government, and … Read more
The Baltimore County Council approved purchase of 85 acres of the former C.P. Crane plant in Middle River on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The county will purchase about 85 acres of the site closest to the community, combining it with about 50 acres of county-owned land. Roughly 33 acres will remain privately-owned, and this part will … Read more