by David Marks | Aug 2, 2012 | Cromwell Valley, Long Island Farm, rezoning
The Cromwell Valley stretches across the northern edge of Towson. While its western part includes neighborhoods like Campus Hills, the eastern part is largely undeveloped. This includes the ridge that once supported the Ma and Pa Railroad, as well as Cromwell...
by David Marks | Jul 25, 2012 | Oakleigh pet cemetery, Ridgeleigh
The Oakleigh Pet Cemetery, located in the 8400 block of Oakleigh Road in Parkville, is one of the only cemeteries of its kind in Central Maryland. It is the final resting place for hundreds of dogs, cats, and other pets. Unfortunately, the property has deteriorated...
by David Marks | Jul 13, 2012 | Cromwell Valley, Dance, magnet
On Tuesday, July 10, I joined parents from Cromwell Valley Elementary School who testified before the Baltimore County Board of Education about changes to the county’s magnet school policy. It was the first meeting for Dr. S. Dallas Dance, our new School...
by David Marks | Jul 7, 2012 | Design Review Panel, Downtown Perry Hall
On Monday, July 2, I introduced legislation that will hopefully lead to better design standards for new construction in the Perry Hall commercial revitalization district. This bill would subject new projects to the Baltimore County Design Review Panel, which...
by David Marks | Jul 5, 2012 | Honeygo Park, Maryland State Fish and Game Protective Association
On Monday, July 2, the Baltimore County Council approved a land transfer that will allow the county to acquire a large wooded property next to the Maryland Fish and Game Protective Association, as well as a small parcel next to the Perry Hall public library. Both...