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Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and members of the Marine Corps Junior ROTC at the National Alliance of Black School Educators National Conference.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh presents Joseph Jones, founder, president and CEO of the Center for Urban Families with the Mayoral Salute at their 2018 Urban Visionary Awards.
Mayor Pugh's Plan for Reducing Violence in Baltimore
Violent crime reduction requires a multipronged approach and is not just an issue for the police. Our strategies engage various city agencies, community groups and external partners to reduce the violence that threatens the growth of Baltimore. We are confident that with the assistance of the Department of Justice, the increased engagement of the community, and the support of federal, state, public, private and philanthropic partners, the improvements we are making will result in the reduction of violence in our city. Mayor Catherine E. Pugh, City Department & Agency leaders, and community members during this week's Violence Reduction Initiative (VRI) community walk in the Brooklyn neighborhood.
Do You Need Help Finding a Job
Learn more about the Mobile Workforce Center, coming to a neighborhood near you. Operated by the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development, this workforce center on wheels features computer workstations, Internet access and professional staff to help job seekers and career changers in Baltimore City. Get help with your resume and increase your job search options so you can Get a Job and Build a Career.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh at The Journey Home fundraiser to end homelessness with Jeffrey Hargrave (far left), Chuck Tildon (second from left), Councilman Eric Costello (second from right) and Deborah Phelps (far right).
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh poses for a selfie with a young citizen at Huber Memorial Church's Trunk or Treat Event.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh announced the 2nd Annual Baltimore Golf Week featuring the Mayor’s Cup to benefit YouthWorks with Taylor Jones (left), Larry Jennings (second from right), and Jason Perkins-Cohen (far right).
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and U.S. Senator Ben Cardin speak at a press conference about Senator Cardin’s legislation to help residents with rising water bills.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and City Council President Jack Young (left) welcome the newly sworn in commissioners of the LGBTQ Commission.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh joins elected officials, city officials, community leaders and artists at the Park Heights Lots-Alive Sculpture Contest.
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and members of the Police Explorers program at the Baltimore Police Department’s Family Health and Wellness Fair.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and Susan Taylor, former Editor in Chief of Essence Magazine, at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Center/West development by La Cite.
BMORE ALERT
The City of Baltimore is pleased to announce the release of BMORE ALERT, which is the new emergency notification system serving the City. Sign up today to receive emergency alerts for your community.
Gun Buyback
Gun Buyback program is intended to have guns turned over to the BPD in exchange for cash. By removing these dangerous weapons from Baltimore’s streets, the long term goal of this event is to lower the number of gun related incidents in the city. For more information call 410-637-8880.
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Office of the Mayor

Latest News, Media and Events

Mayor Pugh Announces New Director for the Department of Planning

Mayor Catherine E. Pugh announces Chris Ryer as Director for the Department of Planning, effective February 11, 2019.

Mayor Pugh Calls on Mortgage Lenders, Creditors, and Utilities to Give Federal Employees Relief During the Shutdown

Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh is calling on all City and State mortgage lenders, creditors and major utility providers - including Baltimore City Department of Public Works - to provide every accommodation, including the waiver of late fees, for all furloughed federal employees.

DPW Releases Rate Study Report

In recognition of the public interest and oversight, Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Rudolph S. Chow, P.E., provided Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and Council President Bernard C. “Jack” Young with a copy of the latest water rate study report.

Mayor Pugh Congratulates MCB Real Estate on Securing Prudential Financial's First Opportunity Zone Investment for their Yard 56 Project in East Baltimore

Mayor Catherine E. Pugh congratulated MCB Real Estate in securing Baltimore City’s first Opportunity Zone (OZ) investment from Prudential Financial for their catalytic Yard 56 project in East Baltimore.

Charm City Circulator Launches Updated GPS App

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation today announced the launch of the Charm City Circulator’s updated smartphone app and bus tracking feature.

Mayor Pugh Selects New Orleans Police Superintendent Michael S. Harrison to Lead Baltimore Police Department

Mayor Catherine Pugh has selected New Orleans Police Superintendent Michael S. Harrison as her choice for Commissioner-designate of the Baltimore Police Department.

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