Charles P. Crane Generating Station Archives

Board of Public Works approves funding for new Carroll Island Park, redevelopment of Pimlico Race Course

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works, meeting on Wednesday, approved several key initiatives including a loan program for federal employees impacted by recent layoffs, funding for the new Carroll Island Park, the redevelopment of Pimlico Race Course, and a settlement for a wrongful conviction case. The Board, composed of Governor Wes Moore, Treasurer Dereck Davis, and Comptroller Brooke E. […]

Councilman Marks secures $4 million to finish Gerst Road Park, advance other projects

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Friday announced 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 help us finish the fifth new park in Perry Hall’s Honeygo area since 2010,” said Councilman Marks. […]

Councilman Marks: Priorities for new County Executive must include public safety, no tax hikes

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The following is an update from Fifth District Councilman David Marks on the search for a new Baltimore County Executive: A new Baltimore County Executive will be inaugurated in early January to complete the term of John Olszewski, Jr., elected to Congress. I would like to thank those who have submitted their names to replace County Executive Olszewski, and […]

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Baltimore County officials announce plans to preserve 85 acres of former C.P. Crane site as park space

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday joined federal, state, and local elected officials and community stakeholders to celebrate plans to protect, preserve, and transform an 85-acrage parcel of the former Charles P. Crane facility grounds as waterfront park space. The site is one of the Olszewski administration’s largest open space acquisitions to date and continues the administration’s […]

Baltimore County Council approves purchase of C.P. Crane property

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—On September 3rd, the Baltimore County Council approved the county’s purchase of 85 acres of the former C.P. Crane plant in Middle River. Baltimore County will purchase about 85 acres of the site closest to the community, combining it with about 50 acres of county-owned land. Roughly 33 acres will remain privately-owned, and this part will be converted […]

Councilman Marks: More than 4,900 acres downzoned

Posted on August 28, 2024 by News Desk

The following is a legislative update from Councilman David Marks… 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. The Council increased the density or intensity of potential development on 145 acres. That means […]

Baltimore County announces plans to acquire portions of former C.P. Crane plant in Middle River to preserve as parkland

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Forsite Development, a coal plant remediation company, has entered into an agreement with Baltimore County for the acquisition of portions of the former Charles P. Crane generating station in Middle River. This transaction will help to preserve the area’s natural resources and provide a place for county residents to enjoy. The 153-acre site is being purchased by Baltimore […]

Councilman Marks: Oppose Moore’s plan for dense development

Posted on January 14, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

The following is an editorial piece from Baltimore County Councilman David Marks. Throughout the Fifth District, one of the most recurring messages I hear from constituents is about overdevelopment. That’s why I’ve moved quickly in the new Fifth District to preserve open space, protect neighborhoods, and make sure growth is compatible with or communities. Last year, we blocked the Lafarge […]

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