Baltimore County League of Women Voters

League of Women Voters of Baltimore County supports extending authority of OIG to include oversight of Board of Education

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TOWSON, MD—The League of Women Voters of Baltimore County (LWVBCO) has announced its support for a resolution that would extend the authority of the county’s inspector general to include oversight of the Baltimore County Board of Education. The resolution, introduced by Councilman David Marks, seeks to give the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) the ability to independently audit the […]

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Perry Hall School designated a new Baltimore County historic landmark

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PERRY HALL, MD—The former Perry Hall School has been officially designated as a new historic landmark by Baltimore County, a move that will protect the nearly century-old building from demolition and major exterior changes. The designation, which becomes effective Aug. 21, 2025, also makes the property eligible for historic rehabilitation tax credits. The Baltimore County Council voted on July 7, […]

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Councilman Marks casts vote against IG nominee, urges eeappointment of Madigan

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The following is an op-ed piece from Councilman David Marks. On Monday, August 4th, a majority of the Baltimore County Council rejected the County Executive’s choice for Inspector General. I opposed the nomination. In all my years as a Councilman, I have never seen such opposition to an appointment—and support for the current Inspector General, Kelly Madigan. I received emails […]

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Baltimore County Council rejects inspector general nominee

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TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Council on Monday rejected the nomination of Khadija Walker as the new inspector general, leaving the position vacant and requiring County Executive Kathy Klausmeier to propose a new candidate. The council’s vote against Walker’s confirmation followed weeks of public controversy and widespread disapproval over her nomination. The move was widely seen as a rejection of Klausmeier’s […]

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Two Maryland delegates urge Baltimore County Council to reject appointment of Khadija Walker as next Inspector General

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BALTIMORE, MD—Two Maryland delegates are urging the Baltimore County Council to reject the appointment of Khadija Walker as the next Inspector General and to instead reappoint the current officeholder, Kelly Madigan, as the debate over the position intensifies ahead of a scheduled vote. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga issued a joint statement voicing their “strong support” for Madigan, who […]

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School Board member Julie Henn expresses support for Madigan as Baltimore County Inspector General

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The following is an opinion piece from Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn. The Office of the Inspector General was created to provide increased accountability and oversight in the operations of Baltimore County Government by identifying fraud, waste, and abuse.  The office also finds opportunities to promote efficiency, accountability, and integrity. And that’s exactly what Inspector Kelly Madigan […]

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County Executive Klausmeier pens open letter in support of IG pick

Posted on by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—County Executive Kathy Klausmeier has penned an open letter supporting Khadija E. Walker, her nominee for Baltimore County Inspector General. Klausmeier announced the pick last week, drawing instant criticism from those in support of current Inspector General Kelly Madigan. The Baltimore County League of Women Voters has voiced “serious opposition” over the process recently implemented by County Executive Klausmeier […]

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Baltimore County League of Women Voters criticizes Inspector General appointment process

Posted on by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County League of Women Voters has voiced “serious opposition” to the process recently implemented County Executive Kathy Klausmeier for appointing the Baltimore County Inspector General. Last week, County Executive Klausmeier announced the selection of Khadija E. Walker, a federal veteran, as her appointee for Baltimore County Inspector General. Walker’s name has been formally submitted to the County […]

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