Conduit Street Podcast

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Live from the 2021 MD Land Preservation Conference Jul 15, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson join county leaders for a panel discussion at the 2021 Maryland Land Preservation Conference at Ripken Stadium in Harford County.

Forever Maryland, Inc., a new statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of Maryland’s land, water, wildlife, and other natural values, hosted the event, themed "Preserving with a Purpose."

Howard County Council Member Christiana Rigby, Baltimore City Council Member Mark Conway, Talbot County Council Member Pete Lesher, and Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman join the podcast to discuss land preservation, open space, local green/sustainable initiatives, balancing community needs, advocacy, and the importance of providing all Marylanders with green spaces like parks, playgrounds, and residential greenery to promote physical and mental health.

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Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Measuring “Tree Equity” For Downtown Areas Across MD

Back to Real Summertime, Safely Jul 09, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson discuss the latest news and notes from Annapolis, including getting back into the swing of things with interim workgroups, meetings, and policy discussions; a recap of the Maryland Municipal League's Summer Conference; and a look ahead to the MACo Summer Conference: Resilient. Responsive...Ready.

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Teaching Through Troubled Times, w/MSEA Jun 25, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Maryland State Education Association (MSEA) President Cheryl Bost and MSEA Executive Director Sean Johnson join Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to discuss the pandemic's impact on education -- including shifts in learning modalities, a surge in mental and social health issues, challenges with returning to in-person instruction, the implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland, and more!

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Getting Real (Estate) With Maryland REALTORS Jun 18, 2021

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MACo and the Conduit Street Podcast are proud to present an installment from the Maryland Realtors, and their own Get Real Estate Podcast. In this episode, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson join Chuck Kasky and Bill Castelli to discuss the sizzling real estate market, the nationwide housing deficit, land use policy, housing affordability, COVID-19 recovery, and more.

With national updates, market trends, and industry-leading insights, the Get Real Estate Podcast serves as a resource for all aspects of real estate in Maryland.

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Employer Issues Into the Recovery Jun 11, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson discuss the latest news and notes from Annapolis, including the challenges and opportunities for employers and employees post-pandemic, a recap of this week's House Economic Matters Committee meeting on unemployment benefits, and a preview of the 2021 MACo Summer Conference.

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Previous Conduit Street Coverage: “Resilient. Responsive…READY.” Summer #MACoCon Titles Are Here

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Unemployment Issues Spark Debate During Legislative Briefing

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Maryland to End Enhanced Federal Unemployment Benefits

Twitter: County Executive Johnny Olszewski Eats a Cicada

Politics and Policy with Professor Todd Eberly Jun 04, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Professor Todd Eberly joins Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to discuss Maryland policy and politics, party polarization and ideology, the state and local political landscape, and the 2021 Session.

Todd Eberly is a professor of Political Science and coordinator of Public Policy Studies at St. Mary's College of Maryland and has been named one of the most influential voices in Maryland politics.

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Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Maryland to End Enhanced Federal Unemployment Benefits

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Governor Vetoes Broad COVID Response Bill, as “Turn Back The Clock”

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Hogan Vetoes Local Income Tax Flexibility

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: 2021 Session: Recap and Wrap-Ups

Data and Districts with Planning Sec. McCord May 21, 2021

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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.

Census data is used to allocate billions of dollars in federal funding for education, health, transportation, housing, community services, and job training. Maryland will lose approximately $18,250 annually for every person not counted.

Moreover, businesses and industries decide where to locate new facilities and services based on census data, creating new jobs and promoting economic growth. Census data also informs reapportionment and redistricting, along with ensuring that Maryland receives appropriate representation in Congress.

Public Polling, Vax Hesitancy with Mileah Kromer May 13, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Dr. Mileah Kromer joins Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to explain why public polling is essential for helping health experts and policymakers understand vaccine hesitancy, discuss some intriguing incentives being offered by states to boost vaccination rates, and break down the results from the latest Goucher College Poll.

The Goucher College Poll measures the opinions of Maryland residents and voters on important policy, social, and economic issues.

In her role as director of the Sarah T. Hughes Field Politics Center, Dr. Mileah Kromer oversees every aspect of the Goucher Poll, including survey instrument construction, sampling, data analysis, and the development of appropriate survey methodologies. In addition, she is responsible for interviewer training and lab supervision.

In addition to her duties as director, Dr. Kromer teaches courses on American politics and research methods. Her scholarly interests include public opinion and state politics. Her work has appeared in Survey Practice, Social Science Quarterly, The Social Science Journal, The Journal of Legislative Studies, and the Journal of Political Science Education. She is a frequent commentator on Maryland politics.

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Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Hogan Lifts Capacity Restrictions on Restaurants, Businesses
Previous Conduit Street Coverage: State Employees To Receive $100 COVID Vax Incentive

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We’re Back! Summer #MACoCon Is a Go Apr 29, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, MACo Member Services Director, Virginia White, joins Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson to discuss the 2021 MACo Summer Conference, which MACo plans to host as an in-person event from August 18-21, 2021 at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland. Strict safety protocols will be in place and the number of participants will be reduced to ensure social distancing.
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2021 MACo Summer Conference: “Resilient. Responsive…Ready”

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world. All aspects of modern life have been affected – public health, of course, but also how we conduct business, educate our schoolchildren, and govern our communities. Some of these will return to “normal,” but some changes will be with us forever. The socio-economic impacts are still unfolding, but we can be certain – counties stood on the front lines of the pandemic and will lead the recovery. At this conference, MACo and county leaders will explore the local role in pandemic response and recovery – strategic planning, evolving service delivery, emergency communications, advancing technologies, and fiscal obstacles – all of which constitute the fabric of local leadership.

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Exhibit registration is currently open to those companies who registered in 2020, before that event was canceled. If you have questions about your exhibitor registration status or would like to be added to the exhibitor announcement list, please contact Leslie Velasco.

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Interested sponsors, please contact Virginia White for more details.

Session Reflections, On to Budgets Apr 23, 2021

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On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Michael Sanderson discuss the latest news and notes from Annapolis, including a rundown of the final days of the 2021 Session of the Maryland General Assembly, reflections on the strangest legislative session to date, a look ahead to county budgets, and a look at why leading economic indicators may not tell the whole story amidst the enduring COVID-19 pandemic.

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Previous Conduit Street Coverage: 2021 Session: Recap and Wrap-Ups

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Feds Release New Guidance for State & Local Fiscal Recovery Fund

Previous Conduit Street Coverage: Advisory Panel: Keep State Property Tax Rate Steady
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