May 21, 2021

Hogan Announces Lottery Incentives for Fully Vaccinated Marylanders

Governor Hogan added Maryland to the list of states offering special lottery prizes for those getting vaccinated – pursuing incentives as a means to reach those not yet immunized against the coronavirus. Maryland has reduced many restrictions and has been more actively re-opening activities, but widespread vaccinations remain key to long-term safety for everyone. Conduit Street has your coverage, including a podcast conversation with a leading public pollster and the connections to vaccine hesitance as a public concern.

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Feds Launch Broadband Connectivity Fund, Programs Pennsylvania Voters Roll Back Governor’s Emergency Powers Workgroup on Pandemic Spending Set to Convene  Pandemic Relief Spending Exceeds $62B in Maryland MACo's COVID-19 Resources Page Maryland's GoVAX Updates

Kirwan Blueprint Fix-Up Bill – A Final Fiscal Note Tracking Coronavirus Effects on School Districts Across the US Report: U.S. Spending on Public Schools in 2019 Highest Since 2008 Anne Arundel Partners with AACPS to Address Opportunity Gap  Climate Study Eyes Major Cooling Costs for MD School Buildings

Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Available Commissioner Fithian Recognized as a Chesapeake Bay Ambassador State Seeks Applicants for Healthy Soils Program Local Solar Survey Deadline Extended  Baltimore Climate Change Liability Case Returns to 4th Circuit

Fitch Assigns ‘AA’ Rating to WMATA Dedicated Revenue Bonds, Outlook Negative Worcester Names New Budget Officer The Next Census of Governments is Right Around the Corner  State Extends Small Business COVID-19 RELIEF Grant Program

Counties Considering Post-Emergency Outdoor Dining Charles Adopts Budget Prioritizing Core Services, Education, Criminal Justice Reform Baltimore County Announces Over $2M to Expand Rural Broadband Access  Mayor Scott Announces Second Round of Nonprofit Relief Grants

Prince George’s Executive, Council Reject Maglev Proposal Harford County Wins Award for Fleet Operation  May 19 Board of Public Works Meeting: What Counties Need to Know

Mayor Scott Vetoes “Security Deposit Alternatives” Bill Howard Unveils New Strategies to Boost Affordable Housing Hogan Announces $192.9M in Additional Emergency Rental Assistance

Maryland State House to Reopen to Public on Friday  Former Delegate: Empower Public Sector Unions Everywhere Fun Fact: Which Famous Actor Had His First Paid Role in St. Mary’s County?

Conduit Street Podcast Corner:

ALL EPISODES

Data and Districts with Planning Sec. McCord On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Maryland Department of Planning Secretary Robert McCord joins Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to breakdown Maryland's preliminary census data, discuss the impact of the U.S. Census Bureau's COVID-related data delays on state and local redistricting, and explain why Maryland's census outreach is helping to drive the statewide vaccination effort.  LISTEN NOW

Counties In Action

Carroll Carroll Commissioners attend groundbreaking ceremony for Springboard Community Services

Baltimore County Parks & Rec thanks County Exec Olszewski and Administration for their support and commitment to quality recreational programs

Anne Arundel County partnership with MDoA collects durable medical equipment to repair and give to residents in need

Corporate Partner Corner

Presidio Gives Easy Options on How to Improve Your Cybersecurity

MACo Bronze Corporate Partner, Presidio, gives advice on safe and secure password options to increase cybersecurity.

Presidio, they think, architect, implement and support the practical reality of IT every day. They make it possible for our clients to harness the limitless power of IT to drive their business forward. By taking the time to deeply understand how your business works they architect transparent, enduring technology solutions that meet your immediate needs – and prepare you for tomorrow. Presidio partners with industry leaders to develop and support the answers to their clients’ IT challenges. They’ve earned the highest certifications from all of their strategic partners. As one of the largest solutions providers in the U.S., they combine experience and stability with regional expertise and service, so you can rest assured they’ll be there to help you locally with the ability to cover your global business needs. They are not just trusted partners, they enable new thinking. @Presidio

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