The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks applauded the County Council’s passage of several pieces of legislation he sponsored or cosponsored: • Legislation that extends the data center moratorium in Baltimore County to December 2027; • A bill that makes it easier for Baltimore County … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks will introduce a resolution at Tuesday’s legislative meeting that requires the Department of Public Works and Transportation to develop recommendations for rural road safety. The resolution directs the Department to hold a public hearing, review and evaluate best practices from other jurisdictions, and recommend strategies to the Baltimore County Council … Read more
–photo courtesy of Councilman David Marks The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks as he is sponsoring a bill to prioritize donation of vehicles & equipment to volunteer fire companies Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has introduced legislation that makes it easier for Baltimore County to donate or sell surplus vehicles or equipment … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation has agreed to replant the same variety of cherry trees that was removed in May at the Moores Orchard entrance. The trees were removed due to an accessibility complaint. According to Marks, he and the homeowner association were not … Read more
–The following article was submitted by the Office of Councilman David Marks- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that the Department of Pubic Works and Transportation will install a new digital sign in the 3600 block of East Joppa Road in Carney to inform drivers of their speed. The solar-powered sign is similar to … Read more
“Anyone But” sign draws community attention I won’t mention the candidate’s name or the race but there was a sign on social media that took a candidate’s campaign sign and put the phrase “Anyone But” above the name. There are three explanations. The first and most likely, a picture was taken of the sign and … Read more
The following article has been submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks about his proposed legislation. Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has introduced legislation that would prohibit panhandle lots throughout the Perry Hall area. Panhandle lots are real estate parcels with a narrow strip of land that provide access from a street to a … Read more
The following article was submitted by Fifth Councilman David Marks and his plan to limit development at the old Lafarge Quarry in Middle River with green uses In 2023, I lead the Baltimore County Council in killing the Lafarge Planned Unit Development. My predecessor had advanced this warehouse project despite no guarantee that appropriate infrastructure, … Read more
The following article was submitted by Councilman David Marks about legislation he plans to introduce that would help with Condo and HOA Infrastructure In December 2025, the Baltimore County Housing Needs Assessment was presented to the Baltimore County Council. During this presentation, we discussed how aging homeowners and condominium associations don’t have the finances required to continue … Read more
Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks looks back at all of the accomplishments for the area over the past 12 months. Here is his article: As 2025 winds down, it’s important to look back at the year that was. I appreciate my Council colleagues, residents, other elected officials, and all other stakeholders who supported … Read more
The following article was submitted by County Councilman David Marks about a traffic safety meeting at Oak Crest in Carney On November 25, I attended a packed house at Oak Crest senior community where the Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation detailed plans to improve safety along Walther Boulevard near the campus and … 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
The following article was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks about his legislation to give inspector general oversight of Baltimore County Public Schools Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that he will be introducing a resolution requesting the Maryland General Assembly to pass legislation giving oversight of the Baltimore County Public … 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
–The following article was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks– Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that improvements will be made to the southern part of Cottington Road near Silver Spring Road to improve safety along this busy corridor. Councilman Marks asked the Department of Public Works and Transportation to review this area … 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 press release has been submitted by Fifth District County Councilman David Marks Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced today that he will oppose a rezoning request that would have allowed townhomes on Gerst Avenue in Perry Hall (Issue 5-004). The zoning will remain one house per acre (DR 1). On the Philadelphia Road … Read more
A community meeting about the Brandon Shores project and its impact on upper rural Kingsville and Upper Falls will be held on Monday, July 22 at the Odd Fellows Hall, 7801 Bradshaw Road at 7 p.m. There will be a discussion on alterative plans for the BGE project that is proposed to double the towers … 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
–Fifth District Baltimore County Councilman David Marks gives an update about the Master Plan adopted by Baltimore County last night- At its meeting on Feb. 20, the Baltimore County Council adopted a new Master Plan to help guide land use and budgeting decisions over the next decade; over the next few days, we will highlight … Read more
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks provided an update and a photos from last night’s storm damage in the Bowleys Quarters area. “Some scenes from Bowleys Quarters. The water receded over the night, and residents have been cleaning up throughout the morning. Roads are reopened in most areas, but caution is advised. “We are in touch … Read more