Council Passes Bill to Protect Perry Hall School

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the Baltimore County Council passed legislation to make the Perry Hall School a landmark. “PRESERVED!  After more than a year of negotiations and public hearings, the Baltimore County Council passed my legislation adding the old Perry Hall School as the 400th Baltimore County protected landmark,” Marks said in a … Read more

Nawrocki and Szeliga Want Action After Traffic Meeting

Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga sent out the following release asking for immediate action following Eastern Blvd. Traffic Meeting Following a community meeting on July 2 regarding ongoing traffic hazards along Eastern Boulevard, Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga are urgently calling for swift and decisive action to address what they describe as an … Read more

Szeliga and Freedom Caucus Concerned About Weekend Protests

District 7A Del. Kathy Szeliga and members of the Maryland Freedom Caucus released a statement regarding the planned protests this weekend. In light of the destructive riots and violence now unfolding in Los Angeles, the Maryland Freedom Caucus today issued a strong condemnation of lawless acts that are putting innocent lives, homes, and businesses at … Read more

“No Kings” Rally to be Held in Essex on Saturday

Over 100 people have already registered to attend the No Kings Rally in Essex on Saturday, June 14 at St. Stephen’s Church,  1601 Old Eastern Avenue (on all four corners) from 9 to 11 a.m. This peaceful demonstration will bring together community members and advocates to call for fair representation and transparent governance. This rally … Read more

Nawrocki and Szeliga Respond to Vincent Schiraldi’s Firing

District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga respond to the firing of Vincent Schiraldi’s from the Department of Juvenile Services: “I’ve been sounding the alarm for months regarding Secretary Schiraldi’s failure as the head of the Department of Juvenile Services,” said Delegate Nawrocki. “With the firing of Schiraldi, the department must now work to … Read more

Bob Long “Government Needs to Do More to Control the Midges”

The following article has been submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long about the infestation of midges in eastern Baltimore County  Summer should be a time of relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Unfortunately, once again, our community is dealing with an infestation of midges. Our office has received many complaints from people experiencing the effects … Read more

“National Drive-In Movie Night at Bengies Drive-In Theatre in Middle River”

The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about Bengies Drive-In Theatre in Middle River Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki are encouraging Marylanders to celebrate National Drive-In Movie Night this June 6 by visiting a true local treasure, the Bengies Drive-In Theatre, located in Eastern Baltimore County. On … Read more

Councilman Marks “Celebrating Renovation of Pine Grove MS”

Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks released the following article about the renovations of Pine Grove Middle School. On May 21, Baltimore County Public Schools will celebrate the renovation and expansion of Pine Grove Middle School. I am very proud of this project, as it not only modernizes an aging middle school, but it … Read more

Senator Jennings Challenges Unapproved Land Records Fee

The following article was submitted by the Office of District 7 Senator J.B. Jennings. He represents Perry Hall, White Marsh, Kingsville and a portion of Harford County On February 24, 2025, the Maryland State Archives presented the Senate’s Health & Human Services Subcommittee – part of the Senate Budget & Taxation Committee, with an unexpected … Read more

Councilman Marks: Funding in County Budget to Upgrade Soukup Arena

The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced the inclusion of more than $162,000 in the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget to replace the heating, ventilation, and air condition at Soukup Arena in Perry Hall. “This project will help Soukup Arena to remain a modern athletic facility here … Read more

Marks: “Funding for Volunteer Firefighters Medic Program”

The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks on how the FY 2026 budget will help support Baltimore County’s firefighters and paramedics.   Councilman Marks applauded new funding in the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget to better support Baltimore County’s  firefighters and paramedics.   The new budget delivers $2 million in funding to continue … Read more

Public Schools to Receive $27M in Fifth District

The following article was submitted by 5th District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and 5th District School Board Member Julie Henn about District 5 school projects Baltimore County Councilman David Marks and School Board Member Julie Henn announced that the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes $27 million to upgrade public schools in the Fifth … Read more

Delegate Bob Long End of Session Wrap Up

Sixth District Delegate Bob Long submitted an article about the End of the 2025 Legislative Session and his thoughts on what passes and didn’t pass First, I would like to thank each of you for entrusting me with the duty of serving as one of your state delegates. My Republican colleagues and I fought until … Read more

Councilman Marks: Over $401 Million in Budget for Infrastructure Repairs

The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about infrastructure upgrades in the 5th District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes over $401 million for infrastructure upgrades in the Fifth District, including projects that should address many sinkholes and water main breaks. Most notably, … Read more

Councilman Marks Gives Updates About Traffic Improvements in His District

The following article was released by Councilman David Marks about traffic improvements in the Nottingham, Middle River and Perry Hall Areas. After many years of advocacy by our office and community leaders, the traffic light at Bucks Schoolhouse Road and Perry Hall Boulevard is nearing installation!  Lines were recently marked by Miss Utility and it … Read more

Energy Impact Virtual Town Hall Set for April 23

Sen. Carl Jackson, Delegates Nic Allen and Kim Ross will host a virtual town hall on energy impact on Wednesday, April 23 at 7 p.m. They will discuss BGE price increases. Learn about the process behind the hikes, their impact on our community and steps being taken to address them. There will be a guest … Read more

Marks Secures $4M to Finish Gerst Road Park & Other Projects

The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about the Baltimore County Budget Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that the new Fiscal Year 2026 county budget will include $4 million to complete the 22-acre park on Gerst Road in Perry Hall. “I thank County Executive Klausmeier for supporting this request, which will … Read more