The following release has been submitted by Councilman David Marks about a letter sent to the Coast Guard to request a higher height for the Amtrak bridge in Chase. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has written to the Coast Guard urging a higher height for the Amtrak bridge being proposed at the Gunpowder River in … Read more
The Office of Sixth District Delegate Ric Metzgar sent over the following information on the future of the Fort Howard property. Delegate Ric Metzgar (R-6) called a press conference because he wanted to clarify and put to rest any rumors about the sale of the Fort Howard Veterans Administration Hospital which is still owned by … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about him running for reelection and his accomplishments as delegate Late last year, I officially filed paperwork with the Maryland State Board of Elections to seek re-election to the House of Delegates, proudly representing District 6. Since first taking office in 2015, I have … Read more
Baltimore County Councilmanic District 9 candidate forum will be held Wednesday, May 27 starting at 6 p.m. at the Watersedge Community Center, 7894 Dundalk Avenue. The event is being hosted by Norwood Holabird Community Association Watersedge Community Association Precinct 12 Community Association Eastwood Community Civic Association DunLogan Community Association Old Dundalk Neighborhood Association Graceland Park … Read more
The new North Point Association announced they are hosting District 6 Senatorial community forum on Tuesday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Baltimore County Public Library Essex branch. This is not a political event but an informational opportunity for residents to hear ideas from the candidates. No campaigning is allowed at the event. All … Read more
Seventh District Senator J.B Jennings announced House Bill 1532, the Utility RELIEF Act, was signed into law and he explains the new law in the following article. House Bill 1532, the Utility RELIEF Act, was signed into law. This legislation will provide modest relief to Maryland utility ratepayers, but it does not go nearly far … Read more
The Greater North Point Association announced they are hosting another District 9 County Council forum. This forum is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and will feature the candidates of the new County Council District 9. District 9 covers Rosedale, Dundalk and Sparrows Point. All candidates will receive the same questions … Read more
District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga announced HB 649 (Advancing Equal Educational Opportunities for All Students in Maryland) died in the Senate. She released the following statement: There was a horrendous bill that passed the MD House of Delegates, but thankfully it did not pass the Senate. HB 649. NOT ONE SINGLE DEMOCRAT voted against this … Read more
7th District state Senator J.B. Jennings announced that five of his bills passed this legislative session: Senate Bill 309 – Eliminates the tax burden on small investors in precious metals. Senate Bill 579 – Provides no-cost cancer screenings for our volunteer and retired volunteer firefighters. Senate Bill 581 – Requires accountability and a clear plan … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long as he shares his thoughts about the 2026 Legislative Session Fiscal responsibility and voter integrity were among my primary objectives this session. I know these issues are on the minds of many in our District, particularly the need to ensure the state manages its … Read more
Many say that the Republican Gubernatorial primary is wide open between 2022 nominee Dan Cox, business man Ed Hale and John Myrick. But Hale took a significant step this week when he received endorsements from three state senators, including local state Senators Johnny Ray Salling (6th District) and J.B. Jennings (7th District). “I am honored … Read more
The following article was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks secured funding for key park and infrastructure projects across the Eastside in the new Fiscal Year 2027 budget announced by Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier. Angel Park Improvements and Chapel Road Open Space The new budget includes $500,000 to … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Sixth District Delegate Ric Metzgar as he gives a recap of the 2026 Legislative Session The 449th Session of the Maryland General Assembly proved to be a busy session for Senators and Delegates alike. It was the most challenging Session in decades. New Speaker, new committees, new committee … Read more
–photo courtesy of Erin Majewski- The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga about her bipartisan legislation with 8th District Senator Carl Jackson Senator Carl Jackson and Delegate Kathy Szeliga are celebrating the passage of SB72/HB121, Baltimore County – Alcoholic Beverages – Sale for Off-Premises Consumption. This bipartisan legislation allows restaurants in … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Bob Long- The Maryland General Assembly passed SB 791 Community Trust Act over the weekend. The bill states it is “prohibiting employees and agents of State and local correctional facilities from taking certain actions related to immigration enforcement, subject to certain exceptions; and prohibiting law enforcement agents from taking certain actions … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about traffic issues at the intersection of Ebenezer and Philadelphia roads On April 8, the Baltimore Business Journal published a story about the marketing of a nine-acre site at Philadelphia and Ebenezer Roads. For some readers, that article gave the impression that … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the Key Bridge rebuild and the Red Line project Two years after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the effects are still being felt across Maryland’s Sixth Legislative District. What was once a routine commute has turned into longer drives, higher … Read more
District 8 state Senator Carl Jackson announces his State Legislative Bond Initiatives for 2026. They include the following items: *$2 million for Eastside Commuter Bus from White Marsh to Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point. *$130K for new playground at Cromwell Valley Elementary School *$125K for Overlea High School scoreboard *$100K for security and technology … Read more
The following article was submitted by 5th District County Councilman David Marks about his legislation that places a cap on development impact fees. On April 6, the Baltimore County Council passed legislation sponsored by Councilman David Marks that will place a cap on development impact fees pending a review by the Department of Planning. The … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced he is supporting intervention by the Public Service Commission to modify or reject the recent order issued by the Public Utility Law Judge in the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project. “Significant portions of the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project are proposed to be constructed within Baltimore County, including … Read more
Sixth District Sen. Johnny Ray Salling announced his state bond initiatives for the 2026 session. They include: $300K towards the contruction of a new facility for Essex Library. $100k towards a new playground at Sandalwood Elementary in Essex. $50K towards facility and renovation improvements at Watersedge Park in Dundalk. $50K towards enhancements at the Maryland … Read more