Kathy Klausmeier Sworn in as Baltimore County’s Fifteenth County Executive
Newly inaugurated executive is the first woman to serve in the role
TOWSON – Kathy Klausmeier was sworn in as Baltimore County’s fifteenth county executive, vowing to focus on growing the economy, continuing historic investments in public schools and higher education, addressing local housing shortages, improving public safety and balancing the County’s $5 billion budget. The swearing in ceremony was conducted in the Baltimore County Council Chamber directly following a unanimous vote by the County Council.
Klausmeier is the first female county executive in Baltimore County’s history, and will serve the remaining two years of the term vacated by Congressman Johnny Olszewski, Jr.
“I am humbled to be selected as the 15th county executive of Baltimore County and want to thank the Baltimore County Council for conducting an open and transparent selection process,” said County Executive Klausmeier. “I am committed to working with the council, Administrative Officer Walker, and all our department directors to improve public safety, continue investing in our schools, and secure our county’s fiscal future. I have a strong record of building partnerships with leaders from every community and I look forward to using that experience to continue our progress and move Baltimore County forward.”
Prior to her appointment as Baltimore County Executive, Kathy Klausmeier has served as a member of the Maryland State Senate since 2003, representing District 8. As state senator, Klausmeier served as vice chair for the Finance Committee, chair for the Joint Committee on Workers’ Compensation Benefit and Insurance Oversight, and chair of the Joint Committee on Unemployment Insurance Oversight. Klausmeier has additionally served in multiple leadership positions within the General Assembly such as assistant deputy majority whip, deputy majority leader, president pro tem, and Senate chair for the Baltimore County Delegation where she has consistently advocated on behalf of Baltimore County families and delivered solutions to make their communities safer and more equitable.
"On behalf of our Baltimore County employees, I’m proud to congratulate and welcome Baltimore County Executive Klausmeier,” said Baltimore County Administrative Officer D’Andrea Walker. “Our entire enterprise stands ready for a smooth transition that will continue to prioritize the resources and services our residents rely on. I look forward to working with County Executive Klausmeier to deliver continued progress and fiscally-sound decisions for every community in Baltimore County.”
County Executive Klausmeier will be in Annapolis tomorrow for the opening of the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session. |
