Press Releases

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Introduces Bill to Ban Animal Fighting Paraphernalia

Aug 22nd, 2015

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake today announced the introduction of legislation to the Baltimore City Council that would create a criminal charge for the possession of animal fighting paraphernalia.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announce Plan to Strengthen Arts & Entertainment Districts

Jul 31st, 2015

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake announced a plan to strengthen Baltimore’s three designated Arts & Entertainment Districts, enabling them to build on recent positive momentum and continue to lead the city’s cultural renaissance.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake and Commission on Disabilities Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

Jul 22nd, 2015

City reviews accomplishments and recognizes those for their efforts to improve the lives of local residents with disabilities.

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake Announces New Plan for City Recreation Centers and Pools

Jul 14th, 2015

Mayor Rawlings-Blake along with Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP), and members of the community unveiled her new plan for the city's recreation centers and pools.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake to Host the Mondawmin Festival

Jul 9th, 2015

OneBaltimore, non-profits and City agencies will come together to offer residents a day of fun, entertainment, and resources.

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announces Review of Baltimore’s Confederate Statues

Jun 30th, 2015

Special commission will examine monuments and launch public conversation about their appropriate role.

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announces Expansion of Summer Jobs Program for Baltimore City Youth

Jun 24th, 2015

With help of OneBaltimore, YouthWorks secures funding and placement to meet goal of 8,000 summer youth jobs

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake to Call for Creation of "Baltimore Compact" During Inaugural Address As National President of U.S. Conference of Mayors

Jun 22nd, 2015

Address will call on America’s mayors to make their voices heard in the upcoming 2016 national election on issues involving community policing and jobs.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announces Baltimore is Selected to Participate in National Program to Increase Employment Opportunities for Homeless

Jun 19th, 2015

The Journey Home, Baltimore’s plan to end homelessness, awarded funding to expand efforts to assist City’s homeless population

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announces the Release of Smarter City Task Force Report