Delegate Bob Long announced he is hosting a Pre-Session Town Hall on Monday, Nov. 17 at the Essex Library, starting at 6 p.m. Here is his release: During the town hall, I will have a preview of the upcoming session. I will present my legislative package and provide information on how to testify on my … Read more
The following article was submitted by Fifth District Councilman David Marks about legislation to improve transparency for sewer connections Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is sponsoring Bill 77-25, which modifies the process for connecting properties to the sanitary sewer system when the area does not have a failing septic system. Under this bill, before the … Read more
A District 8 Town Hall will be held on Monday Nov. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Arnolia United Methodist Church, located at 1776 E. Joppa Road in Parkville. The community town hall will discuss key issues like public safety, housing, Just Communities, and more. Learn about their priorities for the upcoming legislative session, … Read more
The following article was submitted by Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about the possibility of Special Elections in Baltimore County Throughout the United States, states and local jurisdictions have special elections when there are vacancies. Maryland is somewhat of an anomaly—vacancies for the state legislature are filled by the governor after the recommendation of the … Read more
The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long about a public meeting on an update about the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant Last week I attended the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) public meeting that updates residents on their progress regarding operations at the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant (BRWWTP). They put … Read more
The following article was submitted Baltimore County Councilman David Marks as he applauds Harford County Government for passing legislation that opposes the Days Cove expansion project in White Marsh. Baltimore County passed similar legislation last month Baltimore County Councilman David Marks applauded the Harford County Council’s passage of Resolution 38-25, introduced by Councilwoman Nolanda Robert, … Read more
The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about the Perry Hall Time Capsule burial ceremony. On Nov. 3, Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki attended the burial ceremony of the Perry Hall Time Capsule at Gough Park. To celebrate the 250th birthday of Perry Hall, community members buried … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks about his opposition to the Perry Hall Chapel Estates Planned Unit Development Baltimore County Councilman David Marks repeated his opposition to the Perry Hall Chapel Estates Planned Unit Development proposal. The developer is hold a second community input to attempt to persuade neighbors to support … Read more
–photo courtesy of Dundalk Stands Up- No Kings Protests were held all over the country, including Eastern Baltimore County. Protests were held in Dundalk at the corner of Wise Avenue and Holabird Avenue; in Essex at the corner of Back River Neck Road and Eastern Boulevard; and in Perry Hall at the corner of Belair … Read more
Sixth District State Senator Johnny Ray Salling criticizes Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown’s “guidance” for state and local Law enforcement agencies when working with federal agents. “So here we go? The Maryland AG tells our local police not to work with our Federal government. Do not cooperate with ice agents? This state still puts us … Read more
The following article was submitted by 6th District Delegate Bob Long. He wrote he will continue to lead the fight for Voter ID in Maryland Marylanders deserve honest and secure elections. The recent revelations about Ian Roberts—once superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools—have delivered a wake-up call. Mr. Roberts, who was arrested by ICE for … Read more
The Office of Councilman David Marks released the following press release about his legislation that passed on Monday night. At the Baltimore County Council meeting on October 6th, Councilman David Marks passed legislation that provides a longer review period for disputing wastewater charges. The bill gives the Director of the Department of Public Works and … Read more
Fifth District Councilman David Marks announced he is introducing a resolution that would have Baltimore County oppose the Days Cove discharge permit in White Marsh. Here is his official release Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he is introducing a resolution to put Baltimore County on record as opposing the Days Cove discharge … Read more
The following article was submitted by 6th District Delegate Bob Long about a deactivation ceremony at Martin State Airport Last week, I attended the deactivation ceremony for our area’s beloved A-10 Warthogs. It was a sad day for myself, our community, and for Maryland as a whole. The recent departure of the last A-10 Thunderbolt … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about the Honeygo Run Reclamation Center– On September 29, I toured the Honeygo Run Reclamation Center to learn more about the progress of this landfill and discuss future disposal plans. Since I started to represent this area, I have tried to address concerns I … Read more
Sixth District Delegate Bob Long stopped by Eastern Tech High School to recognize the Essex school for being named the best in the state “I am pleased to recognize a positive achievement in our District. I awarded Eastern Technical High School a citation from the House of Delegate’s for being named top school in Maryland. … Read more
Senator Carl Jackson will be hosting elected officials and local leaders on a tour of Dowden Chapel and Cemetery on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 12:30 p.m. This was an important African American landmark located in Maryland’s 8th Legislative District, that has deep roots in Maryland’s history. Dowden Chapel and Cemetery is located at 4310 Ridge … Read more
District 7 Delegates Lauren Arikan, Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga stated they oppose the state discharge permit for the Days Cove Rubble Landfill in White Marsh. They have submitted the letter to Paul Hlavinka of Maryland Department of Environment. Here is a copy of that letter: Dear Mr. Hlavinka, We are writing to express our … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the Trump Administration responding to concerns about the Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant. Last week, I received correspondence from the Trump Administration and EPA Region 3 thanking me for reaching out about Back River. As we all know, this is a critical issue … Read more
The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about Maryland’s tight budget and the possibility of taxes being raised For over a decade I have had a front-row seat to the way Annapolis works — and unfortunately, I’ve seen this movie before. Every time the budget gets tight or the wish list … Read more
The following article has been released by Councilman David Marks about an Planned Unit Development in Perry Hall and an input meeting on this project The Chapel Road corridor is one of the last double-lane major routes in Perry Hall, with rural characteristics and a hilly terrain. Before I was elected to the County Council, … Read more