Conduit Street Podcast
From the halls of the State House to the heart of county government, the Conduit Street Podcast breaks down the decisions shaping Marylanders’ daily lives. Produced by the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo), this weekly podcast offers smart, accessible insights on the latest state and local policy — with counties always at the center.
Explore how legislation, executive actions, and agency decisions affect essential public services like education, infrastructure, public safety, health, and other core functions that matter most to Maryland residents. With special guests from across the state and the occasional world-famous dad joke, Conduit Street keeps you informed, engaged, and ready for what’s next.
Whether you’re a policymaker, a public servant, or just policy-curious, this is your front-row seat to Maryland’s political landscape.
What if vacant and abandoned properties could become opportunities for new housing and neighborhood revitalization?
In Episode 14 of The Briefing Room, MACo's Dominic Butchko and co-host Terry Hickey, Director of Baltimore County's Department of Housing and Community Development, welcome Baltimore City Council Member Odette Ramos to break down land banking and its potential to address housing challenges across Maryland.
The conversation explores how land banks work, the tools local governments can use to acquire and repurpose vacant properties, and the funding, staffing, and accountability considerations involved in establishing one. Drawing on Baltimore City's experience, the trio also discusses the importance of transparency, community involvement, and putting properties back into productive use.
Tune in to learn how land banking can help Maryland's local governments turn vacant properties into opportunities for housing and community revitalization.
This episode of The Briefing Room is brought to you with support from Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT). Learn more about LGIT at Local Government Insurance Trust, MD | Official Website
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