The Baltimore County Democratic Party announced that Del. Carl Jackson has been selected as the new state senator for District 8. He replaces outgoing senator Kathy Klausmeier, who was appointed to the Baltimore County Executive position. Jackson and fellow Del. Harry Bhandari both applied for the seat and it was reported the Baltimore County Democratic … Read more
The Board of Education of Baltimore County will meet today, January 28 to discuss the Superintendent’s Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget. Before tonight’s session, BCPS 5th District Board Member Julie Henn released a statement with her concerns. Tonight the Board is scheduled to have a work session on the Superintendent’s Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget. … Read more
The following article has been submitted by the office of District 7A Delegate Kathy Szeliga about her bill HB156, Fairness in Girls’ Sports Maryland voters have spoken: they overwhelmingly support protecting women’s sports by ensuring only biological girls compete against other girls. “Competitive sports allow girls to earn scholarships, set records, and achieve their dreams,” … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Nick Allen- The Baltimore County Democratic Party announced the application process has closed and Delegates Harry Bhandari and Carl Jackson are the two Democrats that have applied for Kathy Klausmeier’s vacant state senate seat in District 8. Klausmeier was named new Baltimore County Executive. Both men will go through an interview … Read more
The following article was released by 5th District Councilman David Marks and the need for a public library in the Middle River area Middle River residents should not have to travel to White Marsh or Essex for a public library. That’s why I have been pushing for a branch of the Baltimore County Public Library … Read more
-The following article was submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long about balancing the budget during the 2025 Legislative Session- On Wednesday, Jan. 15, Governor Wes Moore released the budget for fiscal year 2026. Governor Moore’s budget proposal includes a 1 percent overall increase in spending in comparison to last year’s proposal. As expected, the … Read more
The following article has been submitted by District 6 Delegate Bob Long. As I start the 2025 Legislative Session, I am looking for people interested in testifying on issues that are important to our community. I will be presenting legislation that would make housing more affordable for first-time home buyers. With both property values and … Read more
–photo courtesy of Delegate Nick Allen- Perry Hall resident Kathleen Klausmeier is the new Baltimore County Executive. She was the state senator for District 8. She takes over for John Olszewski, who was elected to Congress. Much like Olszewski’s departure created an open seat, Klausmeier’s departure now creates a new open position for her old … Read more
Kathy Klausmeier is the new interim Baltimore County Executive. She was selected by the Baltimore County Council to replace outgoing County Executive John Olszewski, who is now a member of Congress Klausmeier is a Perry Hall resident and the state Senator from District 8. The Democrac’s political career began in 1994 when she was elected … Read more
Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga announce the opening of their annual Maryland House of Delegates scholarship application. The scholarship, available to Maryland residents, supports students pursuing postsecondary education at accredited two-year or four-year colleges, universities, or trade, technical, and career schools in Maryland. This scholarship is available to both full-time and part-time undergraduate and … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Carol Sue Hart of Oliver Beach was named Fifth District Citizen of the Year by Councilman David Marks. Here is the statement from Marks about Hart’s effort to help repair Oliver Beach Improvement Association community hall. “In March, the Oliver Beach Improvement Association community hall was nearly destroyed by … Read more
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
–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
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski issued an executive order requiring that new housing developments receiving County financial support must include affordable housing units. According to the executive order, any new or preservation development projects receiving County discretionary financial support – including loans, grants, payments-in-lieu of taxes, tax credits, TIFs, and bonds – are required to designate … Read more
The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about the sale and future of White Marsh Mall Over Thanksgiving weekend, news spread about the sale of White Marsh Mall–and almost immediately, there was a flurry of posts on social media about what it means for our community. I would like to thank those residents … Read more
Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski officially submitted his letter of resignation. He was elected as a member of Congress for the 2nd District on Nov. 5. His term starts in January. I’s been an honor of a lifetime to serve as Baltimore County Executive. Thank you,” Olszewski wrote on Twitter. “Together we truly have built … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has introduced a bill to allow for golf courts to be legally used on certain roads in Baltimore County, taking advantage of recently-passed state legislation. The bill would create a pilot program that would be reviewed after two years, based on feedback from the Police and Public Works and Transportation … Read more
-Councilman Marks pictured with President Kruszynski, and President Rose- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is a sponsor or cosponsor of two bills that will benefit military or law enforcement officials. Bill 91-24 expands the type of National Guard service for which a county employee may receive toward their years of service. Currently, county law specifies … Read more
-The following article was submitted by Delegate Bob Long about spending issues in Annapolis- I attended my Committee’s Spending Affordability meeting last week and it is no surprise that the State’s budget is alarming. We learned that Maryland has a gap in its spending and revenue. If our spending stays on this path, in fiscal … 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