“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
The delegates were honored to attend the announcement and ribbon cutting for the new Space Structures Complex in Middle River, located in District 7A on Friday. The event included many local and state representatives, including U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger, and County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr., Senator JB Jennings, and Baltimore County Councilman … Read more
The following article was written by Coucilman David Marks about a housing project on Cowenton Avenue south of Joppa Road in White Marsh. A developer has dropped plans for a housing project at 17 acres on Cowenton Avenue south of Joppa Road, located in the blue region (in the above map). I had downzoned the … Read more
Fifth District County Councilman David Marks wrote an article about appointing former state delegate John Cluster to a task force to determine if there is a need to expansion the Baltimore County Council from seven members. Today, I am announcing that I will appoint former Delegate John W.E. Cluster, Jr., to the task force examining … Read more
-photo courtesy of Wilmot Modular Structures- Wilmot Modular Structures, Inc. officially breaks ground for our new corporate headquarters at 5812 Allender Road in White Marsh. The event was attended by Councilman David Marks, Delegate Ryan Nawrocki, and Marcus Wang from the Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development Wilmot provides variety of building types for … Read more
-The following article was submitted by District 7A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki, Kathy Szeliga and 5th District Councilman- Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga have been working together with Councilman David Marks to improve the safety of a dangerous stretch of Eastern Boulevard between MD 43 and Carroll Island Road in Middle River. They are happy … Read more