Wicomico County Executive Joins Maryland Leaders Calling on Gov Moore to Veto 287(g) Emergency Legislation

Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano joined fellow Maryland leaders and impacted families at a press conference at the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Monday to address pending state legislation concerning 287(g) agreements and cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Governor Wes Moore is expected to sign into law emergency legislation (Senate Bill 245 and…

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Memorial Garden Rededicated at James M. Bennett High School

Last week saw the re-dedication of the James M. Bennett High School Memorial Garden. The garden was first established 25 years ago and was preserved in 2010 then the old school was demolished following the opening of the new school. The garden is now located in front of the school and easily accessible to the…

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Giordano Unveils Proposed FY 2026 Wicomico County Budget with Tax Relief

Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano has unveiled her proposed FY 2026 budget – which features over a $3-million reduction in property tax rates. The proposed tax rate of $0.80 per $100 of assessed value is down from last year’s rate of $0.84. This would bring tax relief to Wicomico County residents and businesses. The proposed…

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Barry Beauchamp Appointed by Gov Moore to MD House of Delegates District 38B

Barry Beauchamp has been selected to represent Wicomico County in the Maryland House of Delegates. Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano announced that Beauchamp has been appointed to represent Maryland 38B by Governor Wes Moore – effective for the remainder of the term which began January 11th of 2023. Beauchamp finishes the term vacated by Delegate…

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Candidates For Wicomico Co. Executive Take Part In Forum Tonight

Candidates for Wicomico County Executive will engage in a forum tonight (Thursday) at Salisbury University.Scheduled to take part are acting County Executive John Psota, Julie Giordano, and County Council Vice President Ernest Davis.Davis is a Democrat, and Psota and Giordano will compete for the Republican nomination.Topics are likely to include the Wicomico County budget, housing…

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