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
Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration announced a construction project on Harford Road between the Baltimore/Harford County line. Here is their release Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will upgrade traffic barriers along MD 147 (Harford Road) at Little Gunpowder Falls and the Baltimore/Harford county line on Wednesday, Sept. 4. The $156,000 barrier upgrade work … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman Mike Ertel- A community input meeting was held for the new Rosedale RAC Center public input meeting. The 14,000 sq ft RAC Center will be opens in the fall. According to Councilman Mike Ertel the center will feature an E-gaming/sports theme throughout the building with a designated E-gaming suite. “There will … Read more
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 more
Baltimore County Public Schools sent out a press release about a new School Bus Camera Safety Program for their buses. Here is their release: Under a new initiative, focused on student safety, the Baltimore County Police Department has partnered with Baltimore County Public Schools and AngelTrax to install automated school bus enforcement cameras on nearly … Read more
Delegate Carl Jackson shared a photo of a new community sign for Hamiltowne in the Rosedale area. “Congratulations to the community of Hamiltowne on their new community sign. Big shoutout to Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel for working hard to make this happen for the community,” Jackson wrote.
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski intends to introduce legislation to target vacant and blighted properties. Here is the release from the County Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced plans to introduce legislation to improve quality of life in Baltimore County communities by establishing penalties on vacant and blighted properties in order to further incentivize rehabilitation … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski today announced the appointments of nine community members to serve on the recently-announced Hart-Miller Island Community Benefit Agreement Steering Committee which will be tasked with leading a robust public engagement process regarding the development of a potential new community benefit agreement to support Hart-Miller Island. “As we continue supporting the … Read more
Maryland State Police are investigating a crash early Thursday morning in Baltimore County that resulted in the death of a man after a suspected impaired driver traveled the wrong way on Interstate 695. The deceased victim is identified as John Quame De Love, 64, of Hyattsville. De Love was pronounced deceased at the scene by … Read more
Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he wants to preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities centered around Orems Elementary School “I am announcing today that I will support rezoning changes that will preserve about 47 acres of land as open space in the communities … Read more
Acting Fire Chief Scott Ebbert has announced the promotions of fourteen BCoFD members to the ranks of Fire Captain, Fire Lieutenant, Paramedic, and Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator (FADO). The following promotions are effective July 27, 2024: FIRE CAPTAIN • Fire Lieutenant Thomas Cook • Fire Lieutenant John Cooke • Fire Lieutenant Matthew P. Schultz • Fire … Read more
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced that the County has maintained triple-A bond ratings from all three major rating agencies, allowing the County to continue issuing bonds at the lowest possible interest rate and saving millions of dollars for County taxpayers. Moody’s Investor Service, Fitch Ratings, and S&P Global Ratings have each reaffirmed the County’s … Read more