Don't miss out on this once-in-a-decade opportunity to receive free cybersecurity support. Applications due 6/17.

Apply for the ISO Shared Services Program where jurisdictions can receive support for cybersecurity assessments, vulnerability management, and receive consultations on how to reduce risk, improve security, cyber readiness and resilience, and hardening networks from the Department of Information Technology’s Office of Security Management.

Maryland entities, including municipalities, will receive funding for about 60 specific projects as part of the federal Consolidated Appropriations Law. These projects are funded through the Highway Infrastructure Programs account and as such will be administered by the Maryland Department of Transportation. The list of projects can be found in the table at the end of the Joint Explanatory Statement, Maryland projects begin on page 239. For further questions on a project in your city or town, please contact Bill Jorch, [email protected]

Since their formation in 2023, our caucus groups have been meeting to discuss how race, culture and identity intersect with their roles as municipal officials. Designed to ensure that all voices have a place at the table, the groups are open to any MML member.

Interested individuals should plan to attend the convening of the caucuses on Sunday, June 23 the first day of the MML summer conference.

Due to a new state law that took effect on October 1, 2023, municipalities are now required to electronically send the results of their election to the State Board of Elections (SBE) within 30 days after the results are certified to be posted on their website.

There is no specified format and you can see examples of results submitted so far on the SBE website here.

MML’s priority legislation, House Bill 282, will be heard in the House Environment & Transportation Committee on Thursday, February 8. HB 282 enables trained municipal personnel, in addition to a law enforcement officer, to approve or deny speed camera citations – just like red-light cameras and work zone speed cameras – simply standardizing the practice of camera enforcement.

The health and safety of the citizens who live, work, and play in our communities is one of the most important responsibilities of local governments. Improving the efficacy of municipal speed camera programs will reduce administrative burdens, empower smaller municipalities, and most importantly, enhance public safety.

MML's summer conference is the largest single event dedicated to the training and professional development of Maryland's municipal officials. Lock in the dates: June 23-26, 2024 and get ready for one of our best summer conferences.

New features:

Join us Wednesday, January 10, 2024, for an exciting evening celebrating opening day of the 2024 Maryland General Assembly session!

Hosted by the Maryland Municipal League and the City of Annapolis, this annual event serves as a great start to the legislative session. The MML Opening Day Reception is the ultimate platform to connect and network in a dynamic legislative setting. With over 1,500 attendees in 2023, you do not want to miss one of the best attended legislative networking receptions of the year. So mark your calendars for MML’s Opening Day Reception at the Governor Calvert House, 58 State Circle, Annapolis, tonight from 6 to 8 p.m.

You are a key stakeholder in the success of Maryland's municipalities and local governments. In the past, you have supported our programming and events and so we would like to invite you to join us for our inaugural, State of the Municipality.
 
There is limited seating left for this exclusive event.
 
Keynote Speaker Dr. Anirban Basu will share the release of the 2023 commissioned study, The Economic Significance of Maryland's Municipalities.
 
The study:
•    Assesses the quantifiable economic contributions of municipal governments on the state’s economy -and-
•    Discusses the ways in which Maryland’s cities and towns improve quality of life

Join us and our municipal members and reinforce your knowledge on the tangible factors that our 160 local government members bring to the table to make our state a great place to live, work, play and do business.
 
December 14, 2024
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
 
Governor Calvert House
58 State Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401
 
Event speakers:
 
MML President, Galena Mayor John Carroll
MML CEO, Theresa Kuhns

The 2024 theme, 'Strengthening Democracy through Local Action and Innovation,' aims to spotlight communities bolstering democratic processes, through innovations such as making it easier to vote, engage in community affairs, and participate in leadership roles.

Mark your calendar! The deadline for optional letters of intent to apply is December 14, 2023, and final applications must be submitted by February 13, 2024. In March 2024, we'll announce the top 20 finalists who will have the opportunity to convene in Denver, CO from June 7-9, 2024, to showcase their community's achievements at the All-America City Award event. Don't miss your chance to shine on this national stage!

For additional information, watch this informational webinar and download the application.