While the state budget and COVID-19 recovery made the big headlines throughout the recent legislative session, we kept a close watch on a collection of bond bills that had the potential to bring real, lasting and positive change for several of our favorite organizations and municipalities, as well as the people and communities they serve.

We’re thrilled to have helped our clients gain access to nearly $2 million in cumulative funding that they will use to support forward-thinking projects that are vital to their missions.

Below are a selection of those important bond bill victories:

Melwood
An organization that provides training and services for people with disabilities and for veterans, Melwood will receive funds for its Capital Recovery & Reinvestment Project. Melwood is working to modernize its facilities across the state to maximize energy and utility efficiency. It estimates that this project will result in a reduction in utility costs of up to 26% for an annual savings of more than $45,000. These savings would be reinvested into the organization’s programs and services.

City of District Heights
The city will receive funding to help create an expanded Senior Day Facility in Prince George’s County. The funds will assist in planning, design, construction, repair, renovation and more. The goal is to create a well-rounded facility that will provide high-quality care, as well as enriching programs and opportunities for local seniors.

Foundation for Arts, Music and Education (FAME)
FAME’s mission is to give every young musician the best opportunity to succeed in life by providing music training and academic support. With the additional funding awarded, the organization is planning to expand its facilities and its capabilities to provide higher levels of instruction and guidance to its students.

A vision has become a reality at MedStar Health’s Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

The doors officially opened last week on a new 70,000-square-foot emergency department, the culmination of a $41 million project designed to upgrade the level of care and convenience at the Clinton hospital.

A virtual ribbon-cutting ceremony was filmed in advance and aired online Wednesday. Though the celebration was more subdued because of social distancing requirements, G.S. Proctor & Associates President Steve Proctor and Vice President Trey Proctor attended the event and got a first look at the impressive facilities.

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For 29 years, Malik Aziz worked his way through the ranks of the Dallas Police Department.

He started as a patrol officer in 1992 and, since 2008, he has served as the department’s deputy chief. He has earned a reputation as a reform-minded leader within the organization and has earned the respect of fellow officers as well as the citizens of Dallas.

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