The following article has been submitted by 5th District County Councilman David Marks about his vision for White Marsh Town Center The White Marsh Town Center has been a hub of economic activity in eastern Baltimore County since 1980s. It is now a blend of commercial and residential uses, a home for hundreds of residents and … Read more
Marks questions lack of state assistance in 5th District Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier released her administration’s priorities for the 2026 legislative session, with a focus on fiscal stability, equitable state funding, transportation and school infrastructure, and strong, healthy communities. According to Klausmeier, she wants a balanced and responsible budget that protects essential services … Read more
The following article was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks as he outlines his priorities for 2026 As Councilman, my priority is always to deliver effective constituent service, support safe communities and schools, and look for ways to reform and streamline government. There are other initiatives, however, that we will be pursuing … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks about a connect from MD 43 to Earls Road in Middle River In 2023, as soon as I became Councilman for Middle River, I was forced to address a proposed Planned Unit Development at the Lafarge Quarry, one of the largest undeveloped sites in eastern … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks after the resignation of the resignation of Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan December 1st, Baltimore County Inspector General Kelly Madigan announced her resignation from the position she has held since the office was created in 2019. Ms. Madigan will assume the Inspector General position … 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 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
The following press release was submitted by Councilman David Marks, legislation to restrict industrial uses near the Greenleigh community. At its legislative meeting on Sept. 2, the Baltimore County Council passed legislation sponsored by Councilman David Marks that restricts industrial uses in the MD 43 overlay zone near the Greenleigh community. The legislation blocks roll-on/roll-off … Read more
The following press release was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore Councilman David Marks about his legislation that passed on Monday night Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has passed legislation that incentivizes assisted living centers to be established in established commercial districts. The bill passed the Baltimore County Council unanimously on July 7. Assisted living centers … Read more
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
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes funding to replace the tennis and multipurpose courts at four locations in the Fifth District. The locations are at Harford Hills Elementary School, Chapel Hill Elementary School and Seven Oaks Elementary School. The multipurpose court at the Loreley Community Center will … Read more
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
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
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
–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
Delegate Ryan Nawrocki announced that he received a letter from Amtrak stating they will clean up graffiti on the Martin Boulevard train bridge. Here is Nawrocki’s offical statement: “One of my top priorities is trying to clean up longstanding issues in our communities. “Today, I’m happy to say that Amtrak has agreed to a request … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he will downzone the 18-acre property at Belair Road and Rossville Boulevard in the Fullerton area. The Comprehensive Zoning Map Process issue is 5-074. The current zoning designation is BR, one of the most intense commercial development classifications. Changing the zoning designation to OR-2 would remove numerous … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks- Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, the Department of Recreation and Parks, and additional state and local officials today celebrated the opening of the new Middle River Recreation Activity Center (RAC). The 15,000 square-foot facility, located alongside Glenmar Elementary School and in close proximity to Martin State Airport’s Glenn L. Martin Maryland … Read more
Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga, Senator J.B. Jennings, and Councilman David Marks were beyond dismayed to hear news of the death of TSgt Lacy O’Neill last week. O’Neill suffered injuries from a horrific car accident on Eastern Avenue at the corner of Mariners Point Drive just southbound of Alice’s Restaurant and north of Bengie’s … Read more
5th District County Councilman David Marks released a statement in support of the Baltimore County Inspector General and said he opposes any amendments to weaken the Inspector General office. Here is his statement. “I am restating, once again, my strong support for an independent Inspector General. I supported the creation of an Inspector General years … Read more
-The following article has been submitted by Councilman David Marks- The closing of filing for the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that his office has initiated a review of a historic amount of land in the Eastside communities of Kingsville, Perry Hall, White Marsh, and Middle River. Altogether, Councilman Marks … Read more