December 7th, 2017 by WCBC Radio
The Maryland Department of Planning (Planning) is visiting Allegany County and its municipalities on Monday, December 18 as part of an outreach effort for the new state development plan. Governor Hogan signed an Executive Order in August, which began the process for the creation of a new plan called A Better Maryland.
A Better Maryland is a collaborative process working with local governments, recognizing common priorities, and identifying strategies and resources for responsible growth and resource protection. The first step will be a series of 24 listening session events in every Maryland County and Baltimore City. The purpose of the listening sessions is to connect with the public, local governments, state agencies, and other stakeholders across Maryland and solicit their feedback on what should be included in a state development plan. At the meeting, participants will engage with each other and with Planning staff on how A Better Maryland can advance local needs and contribute to collaborative planning across the state.
Planning is conducting the listening sessions below on December 18, and encourages the public to attend the evening session and express their opinions, following meetings with local officials and government staff during the day.
Local Staff Meeting: 10:30 am
Location: Allegany Office Complex, Room 100
701 Kelly Road, Cumberland
Elected Officials and Planning Commissioners: 12 pm
Location: Allegany Office Complex, Room 100
701 Kelly Road, Cumberland
Public Meeting: 6 pm
Location: Allegany College
Continuing Education Building, Room 12
12401 Willowbrook Rd, Cumberland
