-photo courtesy of John Olszewski Facebook page- Kamala Harris and Angela Alsobrooks were declared statewide winners for President and U.S Senator and local Congressional races have also been called. As expected, 1st District Republican Congressman Andy Harris won an eighth term as he defeated Democratic Blane H. Miller, III. The 1st District cover northern Perry … Read more
-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about needing better laws for reporting students’ criminal activity- I was happy to hear that the Maryland School Board enacted temporary emergency legislation that will require school systems to share students’ criminal histories when transferring between schools. While I am thankful the State is … Read more
Early Voting in Baltimore County for the 2024 Presidential General Election begins Thursday, October 24 through Thursday, October 31. Early Voting in Baltimore County locations are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day during this period, including weekends. Here is a list of early voting centers in eastern Baltimore County: EV04 Honeygo Run Community … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks on his “recommendations on the county ballot questions” that voters will see in this year’s election- In the upcoming general election, voters will be asked to support or turn down three changes to our charter, which provides the framework for governing Baltimore County. Question A would … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the derelict home that burned on Aug. 5 on Carrington Drive has been bulldozed and the remains cleared from the site. The long-neglected home was on the demolition list when it went up in flames, sparking a blaze that took several hours for firefighters to extinguish. Councilman Marks … Read more
-The following press release was sent by Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about creating a trade school on Allender Road in White Marsh- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks is sponsoring legislation—endorsed by all seven Councilmembers—that would allow for a technical trade school in White Marsh. Plumbers and Steamfitters UA Local 486 is seeking to repurpose … 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
-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the tax increases that took place from the 2024 Session- Summer is usually a time to relax and enjoy the nicer weather with family and friends. It is also unfortunately a time where we experience the effects of the legislation that was passed … Read more
-Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he wants to preserve 75 acres in southeastern Perry Hall as open space- Today, I am announcing that I will recommend preserving 75 acres in southeastern Perry Hall between Honeygo Boulevard, Silver Spring Road, Interstate-95 and White Marsh Boulevard as open space. This includes … Read more
Baltimore County Parent And Student Coalition, Inc sent out a statement that the group opposes Baltimore County Council Bill 50-24. They feel bill passage will lead to more overcrowding. Here is their statement: Earlier this summer, the County Council passed an Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance ( APFO ) that addressed adding new developments in overcrowded … 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
–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development around the southeastern side of the Bird River- I am announcing another rezoning recommendation. I will be recommending Resource Conservation zoning for 18 acres along the southeastern side of the Bird River, and the removal of all development potential for … Read more
–Fifth District County Councilman David Marks sent out a statement that he supports reducing development in South Perry Hall around the White Marsh Road area across to Bucks Schoolhouse Road- “Today, I am announcing that I will support reducing the development potential of more than 188 acres in the South Perry Hall area as part … Read more
-The following article was submitted by Sixth District Delegate Bob Long about the new Red Line project from Woodlawn to East Baltimore.- The Red Line project is continuing as the Board of Public Works recently approved a $100 million-dollar, 8-year contract for its support. Originally, there was talk of making the Red Line a bus … Read more
District 7A Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki urge the county school board to restore the Budget Oversight Committee. In a shocking move after 10 p.m. Tuesday night, the Baltimore County Board of Education Chair asked the Board to dissolve its permanent budget oversight committee. After a lengthy and intense debate, the motion passed 7- … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks released a statement that he will protect land Around Franklin Square Drive area as Neighborhood Commons for future development “This morning, I am announcing I will recommend protection of 275 acres of land in the Franklin Square Drive area as Neighborhood Commons, or open space, zoning. “This is the first … Read more
District 7A Delegates Nawrocki and Szeliga’s are calling for County Executive Johnny Olszewski to rescind former executive orders regarding rapists, pedophiles, and violent offenders. To encourage Baltimore County to prioritize public safety, Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga have called upon County Executive Johnny Olszewski to rescind executive orders from former County Executive Kevin Kamenetz … Read more
–The following article was submitted by Sixth District State Delegate Bob Long as he says “Congratulations to the Class of 2024” for their accomplishments- We are entering another busy season with high school graduations and awards ceremonies. This is one of my favorite times of year when we recognize our students’ hard work. This past … Read more
The District 7 Delegates are happy to announce the awarding of the annual legislative scholarships! Delegates Nawrocki, Szeliga, and Arikan hosted a celebration ceremony on Wednesday, May 22, to honor these young people and their families. The delegates would like to thank the Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company for hosting the event in their truck bay. … Read more
–The following statement was released by 5th District County Councilman David Marks who has introduced legislation to create and protect parkland- Yesterday, I introduced legislation that will create two new parks and add 68 acres of protected parkland in the Carney and Perry Hall areas—at virtually no expense to taxpayers. Under my plan, the 68 … Read more
Baltimore County Executive and Millers Island resident John Olszewski Jr. started off his bid to become the next Congressman of the 2nd District with a big win as he received over 78 percent of the vote in the Congressional District 2 (Baltimore and Carrol County) primary. Del. Harry Bhandari, an Overlea resident, came in a … Read more