Councilman Marks: Receive Notification For COVID-19 Vaccination

The county has released a vaccine registration form that allows residents to sign up to receive notification when they are eligible.

Councilman Marks' Open Space Legislation Now Protects 4,000 Acres

The Neighborhood Commons zoning designation protects undeveloped land throughout Baltimore County.

Councilman Marks: More Than $660,000 Awarded To Small Businesses

The funding, made available through the federal stimulus package, helped those affected by the shutdown.

More Senior Housing, Less Traditional Development

Councilman David Marks: We need more housing to accommodate our growing, older population - and less that impacts schools.

Councilman Marks to Sponsor Online Discussion on Trash, Recycling

Trash and recycling collection is a fundamental job for local government. At the same time, residents need to understand collection rules.

Councilman Marks Votes for $100 Million in Cuts Over Two Years

The Fiscal Year 2021 budget has no tax rate increases.

Councilman Marks: Small Business Grants Open on May 11th

Baltimore County has created a COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grants Program which will provide grants of up to $15,000 each to local firms.

Reactivating the Fifth District Community Advisory Council

The council will meet periodically and provide input on issues affecting neighborhoods.

Key Resources During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Baltimore County and the State of Maryland offer important resources.

Zoning Change Would Preserve Character of York Road Near Anneslie

Residents want to preserve small town feel of this corridor.

A New Spirit of Revitalization for Loch Raven

It's time to bring new businesses and residents to the older area centered at Joppa Road and Loch Raven Boulevard.

Baltimore County Stepping Up Fight Against Opioid Abuse

Greater awareness is key.

Councilman Marks to Sponsor Two Community Meetings on Rezoning

The Comprehensive Zoning Map Process begins this fall and culminates in the summer of 2020.

Councilman Marks Passes Bill Requiring Developer Impact Fees

For the first time, builders will be required to pay for schools and infrastructure.

Councilman Marks Proposes Developer Impact Fees

The fees are an alternative to higher property taxes, offering revenue for schools and roads.

County Council Urges Senate to Advance School Construction Bill

The Maryland House of Delegates has approved the Build to Learn Act, but the measure languishes in the Senate.

Improving Ethics and Transparency in Baltimore County

The voters deserve the opportunity to determine whether a public financing system is implemented in Baltimore County.

County Pilot Program to Focus on Digital Speed Technology

Olszewski, Marks Partner to Support Digital Speed Sign Pilot Program

Challenges and Opportunities in 2019

The county's budget offers challenges, but there are still exciting projects planned from Towson to Kingsville.

Councilman Marks: Support Question 1 and Questions A Through F

If passed, the measures will better fund schools, reform the charter, and improve transportation.

Councilman Marks Honored by Land Preservation Group

Eight parks have advanced in the Fifth District since 2010.

Councilman Marks: Grant Awarded to Design Bike Network Near TU

The 1.8 mile neighborhood bikeway loop will surround the campus.

David Marks: A Reformer Who Gets Results

My primary opponent is a political chameleon with no service to the community or the Republican Party.

Councilman Marks Announces Grants for Neighborhood Crime Fighting

Four neighborhoods will use the funding to implement Citizens on Patrol units.

Firefighters and Paramedics Endorse Councilman David Marks

The endorsement comes from an organization that represents over 1,500 active and retired fire fighters and paramedics.

Councilman Marks Invites Public Input on Interim County Executive

According to the charter, the replacement must be of the same political party, a Democrat. There are age and residency requirements.

Councilman Marks: Additional Scanners Planned at Towson Precincts

Equipment Should Reduce Long Lines at Cromwell Valley, Rodgers Forge, West Towson Sites

Councilman Marks Endorsed by Fraternal Order of Police

The group includes more than 2,500 active and retired Baltimore County police officers.

Councilman David Marks Endorsed by Teachers Association

Councilman Marks has worked to air condition every school in the Fifth District and renovate three Towson schools.

Marks, Henn Support Increased Safety Measures at Schools

The Councilman and School Board member have been working to increase School Resource Officers, toughen discipline.

Councilman Marks Sponsors Bipartisan Bill to Reduce Animal Abuse

The legislation is the result of two months of discussions with animal welfare activists and State's Attorney Scott Shellenberger.

Councilman Marks: Create a Baltimore County Inspector General

Right now, there is no unit within Baltimore County government with broad powers to investigate abuse.

Governor Hogan Reappoints Councilman Marks to Environmental Panel

Created in 1984, the Critical Area Commission reviews development proposed near wetlands and shorelines.

County Council Improves Notice of Development Hearings

At its meeting on March 5, the County Council passed legislation that will improve the advertisement process for proposed projects.

Councilman Marks: Ridgeleigh Added to Rat Eradication

Increased trash collection, rat sweeps should help control rodent population.

Councilman David Marks Announces for Reelection

Three Schools, Eight Parks Have Advanced Since His Election in 2010

Councilman Marks Supports Plan to Save the Bosley Mansion

The proposal by Azola and Adams is the "most realistic plan" to save the 150-year-old mansion and its green lawn.

Marks, Henn: Budget Funds Planning for New Towson High School

The proposed budget will include $15 million to plan for a new Towson High School and a second high school.

Councilman Marks: "No" on the $43 Million Towson Row Subsidy

"I am not just Towson's Councilman—I am a Baltimore County Councilman, and that requires looking at our long-term fiscal commitments."

New Fitness Studio Opens in Towson

The Dailey Method on East Joppa Road offers barre and cycling classes, focusing on alignment.