Experience our Mobile Tours, crafted to inspire knowledge sharing and highlight initiatives municipal leaders can replicate in their own communities.

Mobile tours are hosted on Sunday, June 14 from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Just five more weeks until we celebrate 90 years of local leadership in Ocean City. Before you touch down in Ocean City for the Summer Conference, here are a few tips and tricks to help you prepare:

Do you have questions about Artificial Intelligence in Maryland? Are you confused about AI policies and guidance for your city or town? Are you researching AI software you would like to request or new technology you want to implement in your department?

As municipalities continue exploring how artificial intelligence can improve public service delivery, operational efficiency, and resident engagement, Maryland has created a centralized resource hub to support responsible AI adoption across government. Check out Maryland AI! Municipal members are encouraged to explore the platform, review available guidance, and consider how responsible AI tools may support their local operations and community outcomes. Agencies interested in using AI can submit an intake request to the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) describing the proposed AI use case, business justification, expected outcomes, success metrics, and perceived risk level here. Maryland also offers AI training here. 

If your city, town or village has a population below 50,000, please join the National League of Cities and the Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy for a listening session to share feedback about your community's experiences with preparing for the upcoming compliance deadline. Communities with populations of below 50,000 now have until April 26, 2028 to comply with the requirements of the Department of Justice's rule on accessibility standards for local government websites, apps, and other online content. Feedback shared will be used to inform advocacy to the Department of Justice around possible regulatory relief, guidance and technical assistance needed for small communities. 

This listening session is open to communities with populations below 50,000. We welcome your feedback on the following topics and any other issues related to compliance you may wish to share:

Is Your Social Media ADA-Compliant? Understanding the New Requirements

The deadline for the new ADA Title II digital accessibility requirements has been extended, giving public sector communications teams twelve months to align their digital presence with federal standards. While this extension provides some breathing room, the complexity of moving from theory to practice remains. This session will show how your team can confidently implement accessibility standards within a fast-paced communications environment.

Municipalities must have a valid Local Abatement Plan filed with the State by July 1, 2026 or funds may be redirected! Register for this May 6th webinar to learn more.

It can be a transformational time for your municipality with the impact the Opioid Restitution money can have to help address opioid and overdose issues. MOOR and MML are hosting this webinar on May 6 from noon to 1:00 p.m. to discuss the restitution dollars, as well as the Targeted Abatement Grants (TAG) and how to access this funding. Register here.

Apply Now for the Class of 2027 (Cohorts 25, 26, 27) Maryland Certified Public Manager® Program, Schaefer Center for Public Policy, The University of Baltimore 

Through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources' Community Partnership Program and the Chesapeake Bay Trust’s Community Based Organization Capacity Building Initiative, the Environmental Finance Center (EFC) is partnering with the Center for Watershed Protection to provide workshops and technical assistance to community based organizations in Western Maryland interested in watershed restoration-focused grant programs. 

This program offers free assistance to Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) working in Western Maryland to strengthen their grant writing abilities in order to submit robust, competitive funding applications. Through this process, community organizations will increase their knowledge about funding opportunities and how to apply for funding, manage grants, and successfully implement restoration practices to improve water quality and reduce pollution in the watersheds. 

If your municipality or organization is interested in receiving free assistance and helping to inform the resources we develop, please fill out this short assessment.

If you want everyone to enjoy what is special about your municipality, chapter or department, join us on Municipal Tuesday at the MML Main Street event, an exclusive member municipality showcase opportunity.

Registration for MML Main Street event includes:

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MML's Banner City/Town Program bestows formal recognition each year to cities and towns that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to MML programs and activities.  The program serves as a guidepost on how to make the most of your MML membership.

If your municipality has completed all of the Banner City/Town criteria, we want to celebrate your designation.

The Maryland Municipal League’s Hall of Fame honors current or former municipal officials (living or deceased) that have served 20 years or more as a municipal elected official. Submissions are now open for those eligible elected officials to join the 284 MML Hall of Famers. Nominations must be received by May 11.

Eligible officials are inducted into the Hall of Fame and honored among your colleagues during the closing session of MML's 2026 summer conference in Ocean City. 

Tuesday, June 16 at the MML Summer Conference is crafted with municipal professionals in mind. It is truly a full conference experience in one day and focused on celebrating municipalities and the staff who support them. Plan to join us on Municipal Tuesday and learn alongside the elected officials who you assist daily.

Municipal Tuesday Registration is now open. At $150 for one day, it is the most cost-effective way for municipal professionals to attend our conference who are looking to connect with colleagues and attend workshops specifically designed with the local government professional, in mind.

Your registration includes:

The Maryland Department of Labor (DoL) has released new details on the State's paid family leave program titled the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program, with some of the provisions of the law starting this year.

Additionally, DoL is hosting a webinar about the program on April 21, you can register here.

Experience our Mobile Tours, crafted to inspire knowledge sharing and highlight initiatives municipal leaders can replicate in their own communities.

Mobile tours are hosted on Sunday, June 14 from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The Maryland General Assembly concluded its 90-day legislative session on Monday, April 13. This was an incredibly successful year for the Maryland Municipal League (MML) including passing a priority bill for the third time in the past four years! Below is a recap of a handful of impactful bills. For a more in-depth summary, please see the article soon to be published in the Local and sign up for the Legislative Session Wrap Up webinar scheduled for April 28 from noon - 1:00 pm (Link to register).

MML Priority Bill

Housed within the University of Maryland's National Center for Smart Growth, the Partnership for Action Learning in Sustainability Program (PALS) pairs faculty expertise with student ingenuity to tackle sustainability issues facing Maryland communities. Partnering with local, county, and statewide Maryland agencies, PALS creates customized coursework to target specific economic, environmental and social sustainability challenges identified by the partner community. The collaborative university-community partnership delivers recommendations, strategies and tools to address a community’s most pressing challenges, providing a road map for creating sustainable, thriving places to live, work and play. Since its inception in 2014, PALS has directed over 400 customized courses toward site-specific projects across the state, addressing issues of capacity building, economic and community development, environmental sustainability, health and wellness, and social resilience, engaging over 800 students along the way.

On May 8, PALS students from the Fall 25 and Spring 26 semesters will present their projects in a poster showcase and will be available to discuss their work and experiences. Not only is attending the showcase an important way to support UMD students and learn more about their work in the community, but it is also a great opportunity to learn more about how participating in the PALS program can benefit your community or organization.

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There are still spots available to showcase your municipality on your MML Main Street! Don’t miss this exclusive showcase opportunity, limited to 12 municipalities or MML affiliates.

From waterfronts to mountain towns, participants can highlight what sets them apart and receive two Municipal Tuesday registrations for municipal staff.

Happy Sine Die!

Join us on April 28 at noon for a detailed 2026 Legislative Session Wrap-Up webinar. We’ll break down the most impactful policy developments, unpack the outcomes of major legislation, and discuss what it all means for our communities, stakeholders, and the road ahead.