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Posted on: March 21, 2023

Maryland Matters: Crossover 2023

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By Josh Kurtz, William J. Ford, Bryan P. Sears, William F. Zorzi of Maryland MattersPhoto by Bryan P. SearsOriginal article available hereLawmakers in the Maryland General Assembly churned through hundreds of bills Monday as they streaked toward a target ...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Infrastructure and Jobs Act Funding Roundtables

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The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), constitutes the nation’s largest ever investment in American infrastructure, and many of these funding opportunities are available to municip...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Energizing Rural Communities Prize

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The $15 million Energizing Rural Communities Prize challenges individuals and organizations to develop partnership plans or innovative financing strategies to help rural or remote communities improve their energy systems and advance clean energy demonstra...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Civil Unrest Tabletop Exercise

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The City of Annapolis’ Office of Emergency Management will be leading a tabletop simulation based on realistic events that may lead to civil unrest in a typical municipality. Facilitators will take participants through an evolving real-life scenario where...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

FY23 Resilient Maryland Program Accepting Applications

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The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) is pleased to announce that the FY23 Resilient Maryland Program is now accepting applications. FY23 Resilient Maryland is a comprehensive distributed energy resource (DER) system development and installation incent...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Chesapeake Bay Trust Announces New Grant in Urban Trees Program

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Urban Trees Mini Grant Program Many communities benefit from having green spaces and trees to promote outdoor recreation, access to shaded areas, improved air quality, improved mental and physical health, and livability. Ultimately, this initiati...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

MML Summer Conference - Keynote

Hear from our 2023 Keynote Speaker.

Bio located here.

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Municipal Showcase 2023 - Video Montage

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Showcase your city/town as part of the MML Municipal Showcase Video Montage!Back by popular demand, Municipal Showcase will give MML member cities and towns a chance to showcase what is truly unique and special about their municipality.  The Conf...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

In Memoriam Request

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As we prepare for our summer conference, we also reflect on the memories of those we have lost. The League will recognize elected municipal officials and department heads who have passed away since June 2022 at MML's 2023 summer conference. Pleas...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Task Force on State and Local Government Accounting on Natural Capital - Survey

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The Task Force on State and Local Government Accounting on Natural Capital has developed a survey to determine whether County/Municipal Finance Administrators are familiar with/utilize the Government Accounting Standards Board 62 (GASB62) as it applies to...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

National Stormwater Policy Forum – April 24

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The National Stormwater Policy Forum is a half-day event co-led by the Water Environment Federation (WEF) Stormwater Institute and the National Municipal Stormwater Alliance (NMSA), which will take place on Monday, April 24 during Water Week. Co-hosted by...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Meetings - MML March/April 2023

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March Meetings  29 Legislative Committee Hybrid MeetingApril Meetings5 Engagement and Outreach Committee Virtual Essay Reading5 Legislative Committee Hybrid Meeting

Event Calendar

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Budget Issues? - Ask MML

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Each year MML staff respond to hundreds of inquiries and research requests from members. Questions range from sample Requests for Proposals to inquiries regarding charter and ordinance provisions and state and federal policies that may impact your city or...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 7, 2023

State Cyber Committee Needs Your Help

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The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Cyber Committee is asking that Maryland jurisdictions complete a comprehensive survey that solicits information on a variety of cybersecurity issues, including capabilities, gaps, and potential inves...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 7, 2023

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility IGNITE! Session

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Has your municipality developed any policies or programs designed to make your community more inclusive and welcoming to individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability?  If so, your city or town may be a ...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: March 6, 2023

MML Summer Conference Registration - Now Open

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Hundreds of your fellow municipal officials including Staff, Clerks, Managers, Department Heads connecting to build their Legacy.Be part of the only educational, networking, and expo event designed especially for Mar...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Police Accountability Board Legislation Update

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As Maryland’s 23 counties and the city of Baltimore continue to work on state-mandated comprehensive police reforms, some of the state’s municipalities may be able to incorporate their own methods.Sen. Ron Watson (D-Prince George&r...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 28, 2023

MML’s Hitting the Road

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Starting March 16 through early 2024, a delegation of the League’s State leadership and our management team will kick off a series of MML Town Halls.  And we’re pleased to announce that Mollie Byron, Director of Intergovernmen...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 28, 2023

State Cyber Committee Needs Your Help

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The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Cyber Committee is asking that Maryland jurisdictions complete a comprehensive survey that solicits information on a variety of cybersecurity issues, including capabilities, gaps, and potential inves...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 13, 2023

ARPA Project and Expenditure Reports Due on April 28

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The next reporting deadline for Non-Entitlement Unit (NEU) recipients of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) is April 28, 2023. If your city or town is a recipient of SLFRF, there are a variety of resources available to ensure that your Project ...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Maryland Joins Worldwide Climate Teach-In

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To encourage conversations, literacy, and learning opportunities focused on climate change, the Maryland Commission on Climate Change is promoting The Worldwide Climate Teach-In on or around March 29, 2023.A teach-in can take many forms, many of which can...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: January 17, 2023

First Call for the Hall

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The hard work of municipal officials can easily be lost in constituent concerns and the actual challenges of juggling municipal duties with family and other careers. One place it doesn't get lost is here, within your municipal league. If you are ...

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MML eBulletin
Posted on: February 1, 2023

Classifieds

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Classified advertisements from Maryland cities, towns, counties and government agencies will be published in MML’s e-Bulletin at no charge. If you would like to advertise an employment opportunity, request for proposals, or a piece of equipment for sale w...

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