Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association unanimously endorses Councilman David Marks for reelection

NOTTINGHAM, MD—At its annual meeting on May 7th, the Baltimore County Professional Firefighters Association (IAFF #1311) unanimously endorsed Councilman David Marks for reelection. The organization represents 1,050 career firefighters and paramedics throughout Baltimore County. “David Marks is a champion for our firefighters,” said President  John Sibiga, Jr. “He has our full trust and support.” “I am deeply humbled and honored […]

Fraternal Order of Police endorses Councilman Marks for re-election

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has been endorsed for reelection by the Baltimore County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #4, which represents 3,200 active and retired police officers. The endorsement was made at the organization’s meeting on Monday, March 28th. “Baltimore County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #4 looks forward to working with Councilman Marks, a strong supporter of […]

Councilman Marks to seek re-election in reconfigured Fifth District

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday announced that he will seek reelection in the new Fifth District, a reconfigured area that stretches from Harford Road to Bowleys Quarters along the county’s east side. The new district includes such communities as Carney, Perry Hall, Kingsville, White Marsh, Chase, Oliver Beach, and Middle River. About 44 percent of the Fifth […]

Baltimore County Board of Elections names new election director

HUNT VALLEY, MD—Baltimore County Board of Elections President Bruce Robinson on Thursday announced that Ruie Lavoie has been named the County’s new Election Director. Lavoie will begin in her new role on December 29, 2021. Lavoie has worked in Maryland elections for more than 12 years, the first 10 in Baltimore County, and the last two as Election Director in […]

Olszewski announces legislation to create Baltimore County ‘Fair Election Fund’

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Monday announced that he will introduce legislation to create Baltimore County’s first public financing system for candidates for County Council and County Executive, beginning with the 2026 election cycle. Olszewski has proposed a package of reforms in recent months, including a proposed charter amendment to create a system for public financing for candidates. […]

Baltimore County Fair Election Fund Work Group issues final report

TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Fair Election Fund Work Group on Thursday released its final report detailing a proposed structure and guidelines for creating Baltimore County’s first public financing system for candidates for County Council and County Executive. Establishing a Fair Election Fund is a key priority for Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, who has called for a public financing option […]

Governor Hogan vetoes bill that would eliminate life sentences without parole for juveniles

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan has announced actions on legislation passed by the General Assembly during the 2021 legislative session. The governor has vetoed SB494 – Juveniles Convicted as Adults – Sentencing – Limitations and Reductions. Governor Hogan issued the following statement on the matter: “Our administration has consistently demonstrated a historic commitment to criminal justice reform. In 2016, we passed […]