Call for proposals! The 2026 Small Business Anti-Displacement Network Summit on Preventing Climate Displacement is looking for panels or individual presentations about equitable climate resilience and recovery strategies that keep small businesses in place. The online summit will be held November 12-13, 2026.

Co-hosted by the Gentrification & Urban Displacement Lab at the Boston University Initiative on Cities, the summit will examine how climate displacement is increasingly affecting vulnerable communities and small businesses across the U.S. and globally. Climate disasters, the long-term effects of climate change, and climate adaptation or mitigation strategies can kickstart or compound gentrification. New public and private climate-related investments can significantly change communities, displacing small businesses and the residents whom they serve. BIPOC- and immigrant-owned small businesses in low-wealth neighborhoods are particularly vulnerable to climate displacement. 

As we prepare for our summer conference, we also reflect back on the memory of those we have lost.  The League will recognize municipal officials who have passed away since June of 2025 at the conference as we have done in the past.  We are calling upon you, our members, to make sure that all are remembered. 

The Maryland Municipal League's Emergency Management Officials Department (EMOD) is pleased to announce the inaugural issue of Emergency Management Officials Quarterly. The newsletter is designed to promote the mission and goals of EMOD by sharing best practices, real-world experiences, and training opportunities with all 161 MML member local governments. If you're a local government official interested in ensuring your town is prepared unforeseen crises and emergencies, this is a must-read publication.

You can access the first and current issue of the newsletter here.

Do you have questions about Artificial Intelligence in Maryland? Are you confused about AI policies and guidance for your city or town? Are you researching AI software you would like to request or new technology you want to implement in your department?

As municipalities continue exploring how artificial intelligence can improve public service delivery, operational efficiency, and resident engagement, Maryland has created a centralized resource hub to support responsible AI adoption across government. Check out Maryland AI! Municipal members are encouraged to explore the platform, review available guidance, and consider how responsible AI tools may support their local operations and community outcomes. Agencies interested in using AI can submit an intake request to the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) describing the proposed AI use case, business justification, expected outcomes, success metrics, and perceived risk level here. Maryland also offers AI training here. 

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The Maryland Municipal League’s Hall of Fame honors current or former municipal officials (living or deceased) that have served 20 years or more as a municipal elected official. Submissions are now open for those eligible elected officials to join the 284 MML Hall of Famers. Nominations must be received by May 11.

Eligible officials are inducted into the Hall of Fame and honored among your colleagues during the closing session of MML's 2026 summer conference in Ocean City. 

Check out two great summer camps for high school seniors or rising seniors provided by the Maryland Forestry Foundation. Apply today, most all expenses are covered by grants or scholarships from your local Forestry Boards.

The Natural Resources Careers Camp (NRCC)

As we celebrate 90 years of the League, now is your moment to step forward as a leader. Serving in a leadership capacity is your chance to make a real difference, lift up our municipal community, and leave a lasting impact. Your voice and public service matter - help shape the next chapter of the League’s story and make this milestone year one to remember.

The League's Speakers Bureau links leadership teams with experienced professionals in municipal operations, nonprofit management, leadership development, and strategic planning. Our speakers share practical, real-world insights designed to strengthen organizational capacity, enhance operations, and encourage innovative thinking.

Interested in having MML leadership speak at your event? Fill out the form on the Speaker Bureau's webpage to let us know!

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Host the 2027 Main Street Maryland Conference

First Call for the Hall – Are You a MML Hall of Famer?

The Maryland Municipal League’s Hall of Fame honors current or former municipal officials (living or deceased) that have served 20 years or more as a municipal elected official. Submissions are now open for those eligible elected officials to join the 286 municipal Hall of Famers.

The winter issue of the National Civic Review examines how local democracy is being reshaped in response to declining trust, deepening divisions, and rapid technological change. From the role of community foundations and bridging institutions to new models of local governance, civic dialogue in schools, and the emerging implications of artificial intelligence, contributors explore what democracy actually looks like on the ground today. Together, these pieces highlight the evolving practices, leadership, and cultural forces shaping more inclusive, responsive, and resilient communities.

This past membership year marked a period of intentional growth and bold steps forward for the League. Even as federal administrative transitions introduced uncertainty and our state confronts significant fiscal challenges, MML remained focused on advancing the work that strengthens Maryland’s cities and towns - and on expanding our reach in ways unlike anything in our organization’s history.

Have a vacancy to fill?

Gain access to Local, County, and State government job seekers.

Check out our MD Municipal Careers Job Board featured employment opportunity from University Park.

MML’s Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a city/town elected or staff official with a strong record of service to MML and the cities and towns of Maryland. Criteria considered include:

• Participation on MML committees
• Participation on the MML Board of Directors
• Active involvement with the local League chapter
• Demonstration of outstanding service to Maryland municipal government

 The Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented at MML’s summer conference in Ocean City, June 22-25.  Nominees can be current or former municipal officials. The deadline to nominate is April 15.

Join the Eastern Shore Food Coalition from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, at Tackling Hunger Together: An Eastern Shore Food Security Symposium at Chesapeake College, 1000 College Circle, Wye Mills, MD.

The symposium will be a day filled with insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees will explore innovative solutions to address food insecurity in their communities.