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Keeping Citizens Informed As We Move Baltimore Forward | September 28, 2018
WorkBaltimore 2018: Employment to Empowerment Convention
(Top Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh tours the WorkBaltimore event and greets participants.
(Bottom Photo) Quentin Herbert, Acting Director for the Department of Human Resources, Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and Joanne Ashton, Chief of Shared Services.
Moving Baltimore forward requires that we do everything we can to provide job access and resources for those who have the capability and desire to work. This week we welcomed over 2500 Baltimoreans for the 2nd annual WorkBaltimore: Empowerment to Employment Convention! This year, over 300 attended the special Expungement Clinic to assist those who seek to have their records cleared (and qualify) in order to pursue meaningful employment. Connecting City residents who need and want to work with those who need quality employees is what WorkBaltimore is all about. I am grateful for the over 90 employers who presented opportunities and took applications from job applicants.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh is joined by Director for the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs, Catalina Rodriguez-Lima and recipients of the 2018 Mayor’s Hispanic Heritage Awards: Tomas Franco (far left), Maricruz Abarca (second from left), Leonor Blum (second from right), and Alfredo Santiago (far right).
The 12th Annual
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
organized by the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs salutes the countless contributions of Latinos in Baltimore City. The Mayor also uses this opportunity to recognizes the winners of the Mayor’s Hispanic Heritage Awards in the
following categories: Educator, Service Provider, Volunteer and Emerging Leader. On this Hispanic Heritage Month, let us all
remember our own heritages and be mindful of protecting future generation’s
opportunities, that they may also enjoy the blessing of living in America.
27th Annual Civil Rights Breakfast
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh delivers remarks at the 27th Annual Civil Rights Breakfast.
One of the highlights of the year is the annual Civil Rights Breakfast, hosted by the Mayor's Office of Civil Rights which honors those of our community, state and nation who advocate for the civil rights of all. The theme of this year's breakfast was "Answering the Call to Serve." There can be no greater service than working to guarantee equity, regardless of race, income level, education status or zip code. This continues to be the work of us all!
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Announcement
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh is joined by City Council President Jack Young, Comptroller Joan Pratt, Councilman John Bullock, Councilman Leon Pinkett, Housing Commissioner Michael Braverman and affordable housing advocates to celebrate the historic funding announcement for the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
This week we announced a historic agreement to fund the Affordable Housing Trust Fund which will increase affordable housing options for Baltimore's low-income residents. Joined by Council President Jack Young, Council Members and community advocates, I announced my Administration's commitment to allocate at least $20 million annually over a 4-year period to the Trust Fund.Without question, this is the surest path to uplifting our most vulnerable City residents and creating more promising pathways for them and their families.
Vote Your Main Street! - The Arch Social Club
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh is joined by Councilman John Bullock (far left), Councilman Leon Pinkett (second from left), Van Anderson, President of the Arch Social Club (third from left), City Council President Jack Young (third from right), Comptroller Joan Pratt (second from right) and John Harris, member of the Arch Social Club (far right).
The National Trust for Historic Preservation in collaboration with Main Street America, has announced that the iconic Arch Social Club in the Penn-North neighborhood is a finalist eligible to receive $20,000 in grant funding. In order to win, our citizens must VOTE! The voting extends through October 26 and each voter can vote up to 5 times each day. Go to: voteyourmainstreet.org and vote for Arch Social Club! Founded
in 1905, the Arch Social Club is one
of the oldest, continuously
operating African American men's social clubs in the U.S. The grant funds will restore the historic
marquee and install exterior lighting to help launch a new
arts and entertainment district. Please spread the word and VOTE!
The Mayor's "Call to Action"
Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and community leaders during this week's "Call to Action"
meeting at City Hall.
Essential to our relentless efforts to reduce crime and violence in our City requires addressing the root causes that fuel hopelessness and working with young people who need must have viable options. Twice monthly at 7:30 am., I convene our "Call to Action" meeting which brings together leaders and advocates of so many of our community's grassroots organizations working to improve our communities and disrupt the potential for violence. Coordinating our efforts is key to the progress we are making. I am grateful for the tireless commitment of these leaders and all who are working to create hope and real opportunity for those who need it most!
5th Annual Blessings in a Backpack
(Top Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and organizers pack bags of food for children.
(Bottom Photo) Susan Bialek, Artistic Director for the Children's Chorus of Maryland (left), Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and Jill Schiebel, Program Coordinator for Blessings in a Backpack after a job well done.
"Blessings in a Backpack" is a volunteer-run national
nonprofit that mobilizes communities, individuals and resources to provide food
on the weekends for elementary school children across America who might
otherwise go hungry. This particular "Blessing in a Backpack" location provides 25 food insecure
children a backpack with food each Friday for 38 weekends. This program intentionally does not brand the
backpacks and the food is provided discreetly so as not to highlight those children who are in need. This is a wonderful organization and initiative that I am so proud is active in our community!
8th Annual No Hooks Before Books
(Top Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh with UMAR Boxing founder Marvin McDowell and participants of the No Hooks Before Books event.
(Bottom Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh presents Marvin McDowell with a Mayoral Citation to honor his work with youth in Baltimore City.
I was so happy to participate in the 8th Annual No Hooks before Books event, sponsored by UMAR Boxing, founded by Marvin McDowell. Their mission is to
reclaim community youth from the city streets of Baltimore and prepare them for
future roles as productive citizens of society, and creates and
maintains a positive and safe environment for children, providing multiple
activities geared to improving academic, social and athletic skills. No Hooks before Books combines academic
development and athletic training under one roof. While boxing is an exciting
draw and integral part of the program, academic development is the paramount
goal. Children must participate actively in the academic program in order to
participate in the boxing program. We are so proud of these young people!
Ray Lewis Day Hall of Fame Parade!
(Top Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh and Baltimore Ravens legend Ray Lewis ride in the Ray Lewis Hall of Fame Day Parade.
(Middle Photo) Fans gather at City Hall to greet Ray Lewis at the end of the parade processional.
(Bottom Photo) The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders and Band pump up the crowd gathered to honor Ray Lewis on his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Thousands of citizens turned-out to salute Baltimore and Ravens' legend Ray Lewis who was recently inducted into the Pro-Football Hall of Fame. The parade was a wonderful opportunity to once again cheer Ray and to thank him for all that he has done on the field and off to lead and inspire!
Commission Meetings
LGBTQ Commission Meeting
Commission for Women Meeting
(Top Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh addresses the first quarterly general body meeting of the LGBTQ Commission at the War Memorial.
(Bottom Photo) Mayor Catherine E. Pugh delivers remarks to second general body meeting of the 150-member Commission for Women.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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