Statements

Mayor's Statement in Support of DOJ Investigation into Death of Freddie Gray

Apr 21st, 2015

"From the outset of our investigation, I have repeatedly affirmed my support for an outside review into the death of Freddie Gray. Whenever a…

Mayor's Statement on the Retirement of BPD Deputy Commissioner Rodriguez

Apr 15th, 2015

“I want to thank Deputy Commissioner Jeronimo 'Jerry' Rodriguez for his dedicated service to the people of Baltimore City. A truly exceptional…

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Offers Passover Greetings

Mar 31st, 2015

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake offers a holiday greeting to those in Baltimore who will be celebrating Passover.

Mayor's Statement on Decision to Restore State Education Funding

Mar 13th, 2015

“The budget changes approved by the House Appropriations Committee are an important step toward protecting the interests of Baltimore school children…

Mayor's Statement on Texas Federal Judge's Decision to Block President's Immigration Executive Actions

Feb 17th, 2015

Today, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake joined with 23 mayors from across the country to respond to the Texas Federal judge’s temporary order blocking President’s Obama executive actions on immigration.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on the Passing of Frank Conaway, Sr.

Feb 15th, 2015

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake issued the following statement on the passing of Frank Conaway, Sr.

Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement Regarding NYC Police Officer Shooting

Dec 20th, 2014

"I am deeply saddened by the shootings of two police officers in New York City and troubled to learn of the suspect's connection to another crime so close to...

Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on Inspector General's Speed Camera Report

Dec 4th, 2014

"I want to thank the Inspector General for his thorough investigation into the Baltimore City speed camera program. We will build on these...

Mayor's Statement on President's Efforts to Strengthen Community Policing in Cities

Dec 1st, 2014

"I applaud President Obama for taking concrete steps that will further efforts already underway in Baltimore to bring more accountability and transparency to policing..."

Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on the Passing of DC Councilman, Former Mayor Marion Barry

Nov 23rd, 2014

"For more than five decades, Mayor Barry was an outspoken voice for the voiceless…

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