October 14, 2023
Ready Report: Supporting Israel, Rt 97 Public Meeting & More…
I hope that you and your family are enjoying the fall weather. Thank you to everyone who attended and/or contributed to my Fall Family Fundraiser last week. We had a great time and incredible weather for this annual event. Below, please find the latest news and updates.
First, I hope you’ll join me and my family in praying for Israel and the entire situation in the region – I put out the following statement in response to the evil we saw last weekend. My heart breaks for the victims of this terrible attack on our ally but their resolve is firm and ours must be as well:
Ready in the Press – Crime
Last week, I was interviewed on WMAR-TV (Baltimore) about the need for real, hard jail time for repeat violent offenders and questioning how a convicted rapist and attempted murderer could have been given just 14 years to begin with. Senate Republicans have been fighting for action on repeat violent criminals for several years, but our calls for action have been rejected by the Democrat supermajority. You can watch this full interview by clicking here.
Ready in the Community – BWI Visit
Last week, the Senate Finance Committee – which is the committee I serve on – had an on-site committee briefing and tour of BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). All legislation dealing with our two state-owned airports (BWI & Martin State Airport) comes to the Finance Committee so I was glad to be able to get a first hand look at the things they are working on as well as their planned renovations of baggage processing and other modernization of the airport. It’s a big driver of jobs, tourism, and economic development for our state. Also, it was great to meet a constituent from Mt. Airy who is one of the airport’s operations leaders.
SHA Hosting Virtual Public Meeting on October 19th to share MD Route 97 Study Results
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will host a virtual public meeting 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 19, to share information and answer questions about the agency’s study of MD 97 (Littlestown Pike) between MD 140 and MD 496 (Bachmans Valley Road) in Carroll County.
Members of the public may attend by using Microsoft Teams Live or by calling 1-443-409-5228 and using conference ID 342 304 84#. Those calling in will be able to hear the presenters and discussion but will be unable to see the presentation. However, all materials can be viewed on the project’s portal page by clicking here. Please fill out the survey which also may be found on the portal page.
After the presentation, the study team will answer as many questions as possible within the allotted time period. Participants are encouraged to submit questions and comments in advance. Advance questions and comments may be sent via email to [email protected]. Attendees also will be able to send written questions and comments through the Q&A feature during the meeting.
Dispose of Hazardous Waste, Shred Document Event – October 21st
On October 21st, the Carroll County Government Recycling Operations is hosting a Fall Residential hazardous waste and document shredding event for residents, located at the Carroll County Vehicle Maintenance Facility, 1250 Old Meadow Branch Road, Westminster (off Md. Rte. 97, north of Westminster, go past Meadow Branch Road to Old Meadow Branch Road).
For a list of accepted items visit the Carroll County’s website. For details, call Carroll County Government Solid Waste at 410-386-2520 or the Northern Landfill staff at 410-386-4550.
Shredding is for residential only, no business.
Save the Date – October 22nd – Dr. Greg Malveaux for Carroll Board of Education Kickoff
Meet candidate for Board of Education Dr. Greg Malveaux as he shares his vision running for Carroll County Board of Education. Enjoy music, food trucks, activities for the kids and more. Location: Freedom Park Pavilion 1, Sykesville, MD 21784. More details and ticket information coming soon!
