The Maryland State Bar Association’s Annual Legal Summit
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of attending the Maryland State Bar Association’s (MSBA) Annual Legal Summit in Ocean City and was fortunate to serve on a panel with several other Senate colleagues. During the panel, we discussed the impact of bills from previous legislative sessions and topics like juvenile and criminal law reforms and business transparency and regulation. It was a fantastic experience, and I am grateful that the MSBA asked me to be on this panel. The Summit, however, was much more than just the panel I served on, and it is quite significant for many reasons.
The Summit offered approximately 75 CLE (continuing legal education) courses for attorneys. The best attorneys are the ones that do CLE throughout their careers, and the MSBA hosted many excellent CLEs this year. The Summit also provided an opportunity to access the wisdom and expertise of the entire legal community in Maryland, including from judges of our intermediate courts and the Supreme Court. Furthermore, this event enabled me to represent Harford County and connect with our local attorneys and judges. These individuals are the ones primarily responsible for ensuring our citizens receive the benefits and protections they deserve under the law. They also provide critical legal services to our local businesses and families along with conducting fair trials in our courthouses. I was proud to represent Harford County at this event, and I look forward to doing so again next year.
Public Input for Oakington Peninsula Park
Harford County is seeking public input on plans for a park system on the Oakington Peninsula between Aberdeen and Havre de Grace. The 1,200-acre county-owned property features natural and historical resources and more than two miles of waterfront along the Chesapeake Bay. Comments will be accepted by email through June 30th at pr@harfordcountymd.gov. Please use the subject line “Oakington Park System.”
As part of its planning process, Harford County Parks and Recreation first conducted an assessment of the property which includes Swan Harbor Farm, the Carlson Feltman Conservation Area, Belle Vue Farm, Eleanor and Millard Tydings Park, and the Mullins property. A focus group comprised of community, municipal, historic, and environmental groups, and individuals with specific knowledge of the properties then developed summary reports for public review. The site assessment and focus group summary reports are on the county website at:
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact my office at 410-841-3158 or marydulany.james@senate.state.md.us
Sincerely,
Mary-Dulany James
Senator
Harford County
Maryland General Assembly
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