Video Clips: Office of the Governor

Governor's Economic Update

November 19, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley continues his series of candid updates on the economic climate in Maryland.

Governor Martin O’Malley urges Marylanders to participate in a citizen tree-planting initiative to plant 50,000 trees. By taking advantage of a $25 coupon at selected nurseries, there's no time like the present, and your tree will have a big head-start come Springtime.

Highlighting The Maryland Green Registry

September 30, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley highlights a voluntary self-certification program designed to promote and recognize “greening” efforts by organizations of all types and sizes in the State. The Governor tours the Baltimore Coca-Cola Bottling Facility, one of the first Maryland Green Registry members, to learn about their corporate responsibility and recycling, water, and energy conservation, and sustainability efforts.

Keep Gym in Schools

September 29, 2009

NFL Network teams up with Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, Verizon FiOS TV and the Baltimore Ravens to kick off the Keep Gym in School program in Anne Arundel County public schools and officially inaugurate newly-refurbished Physical Education facilities at Corkran Middle School in Glen Burnie. The Governor and Corkran students, faculty and staff participated in an energetic pep rally, before Ravens Linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo and Center Matt Birk led students through fitness tests and football-inspired drills during an on-field minicamp.

BPW Budget Presentation

August 26, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley explains the Budget Reduction presentation delivered to the Board of Public Works slide-by-slide.

Choosing a Government that Works

August 15, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley delivers the keynote address before the Maryland Association of Counties Annual Summer Conference, where he discusses the challenges and opportunities that Maryland’s State government faces and the value of local partnerships.

July BPW Budget Briefing

July 21, 2009

Governor O'Malley delivers budget briefing on the eve of the Board of Public Works' unanimous approval of more than $280 million in FY10 budget reductions, a step in addressing a projected budget shortfall of more than $700 million for Fiscal Year 2010. These actions bring the total amount of reduced spending and budget cuts under the O’Malley-Brown Administration to $4 billion.

"Buy Local' Cookout

July 16, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley, joined by First Lady Katie O’Malley and Lt. Governor Anthony Brown, hosted the second annual “Buy Local” cookout and officially kicked-off Maryland’s “Buy Local” week, which challenges Marylanders to incorporate at least one locally-grown, produced or harvested product into their meals each day.

ESRI International User Conference

July 13, 2009

Governor O’Malley addresses geographic information system (GIS) developers in San Diego, California at the ESRI International User Conference, where he accepted the President's Award.

STATESTAT UPDATE:
Efforts to Protect Maryland's Vulnerable Youth

July 7, 2009

The first in a series of ongoing updates, Governor O’Malley details progress on Juvenile Services throughout Maryland.

Capital for a Day

June 19, 2009

Governor O’Malley, Lt. Governor Brown and Maryland’s Executive Cabinet joined Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. and local officials in Calvert County, declaring it Maryland’s “Capital for a Day.” The monthly program brings the State Capital to every corner of Maryland through a series of events in cities, towns and communities.

Protecting Maryland Consumers:
Governor O'Malley on Constellation Energy

June 17, 2009

Governor explains why the State is in this watchdog role to ensure that a proposed merger between Constellation and EDF, or anyone else, is in the best interest of the people of Maryland before allowing it to go forward.

Accepting the Breslau-Goldman Award

June 1, 2009

A short tribute to Governor O'Malley prepared by the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington

University of Maryland, Baltimore Commencement Address

May 15, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley addresses graduating class of 2009.

Press Conference with Vice President Biden

April 22, 2009

Vice President Joe Biden Joins Governor O'Malley for MTA green fleet announcement at New Carrollton WMATA (Washington Metroplitan Area Transit Authority), in Prince George's County. Both men touted the efficient and expedient use of funds by Maryland in advancing the economy.

Governor O'Malley Announces Maryland Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights

April 21, 2009

Governor O’Malley joins more than 40 third-grade students from Annapolis’ Georgetown East Elementary School for an afternoon of hands-on outdoor learning activities, including a canoe along the Severn River at Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center in Millersville. The Governor took the opportunity to unveil the Maryland Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights, as he was presented with a recently completed report from the Maryland Partnership for Children in Nature.

375th Anniversary of Maryland Celebration

March 29, 2009

Governor addresses historic St. Mary's City celebrants.

Governor O'Malley Visits School for Read Across Maryland Month

March 19, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley is interviewed at studio at Suitland Elementary School in Prince George's County. The segment was produced by students themselves.

Governor O'Malley's Stimulus Workshop Webcasts

March 4, 2009

A series of stimulus workshops to assist local government leaders in better understanding and accessing the stimulus funds coming to the State from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Movies are divided into the following topics: Introduction, Education, Transportation, Environment, Business, Energy, Housing, and Grants.

ESRI Federal User Conference

February 18, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley delivers the keynote address before the ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) Federal User Conference.

Ask the Governor

February 18 , 2009

Governor O'Malley respondes to viewer questions from calls and e-mails, in this continuing edition of a monthly series from MPT's Direct Connection, hosted by Jaff Salkin.

Governor's Town Hall: Southern Maryland

February 11, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley continues his Town Hall on Education and the Economy tour, the second in a series of town hall meetings at Dr. Henry Wise, Jr. High School in Upper Marlboro.

Governor Martin O'Malley Inducts Two Farm Families into Maryland's Agriculture Hall of Fame

February 5, 2009

The Harry Black Family of Frederick County and the Griffith Family in Anne Arundel County became the 36th and 37th recipients of the prestigious recognition during the annual Maryland Agriculture Dinner at Michael’s Eighth Avenue in Glen Burnie.

Governor's Town Hall: Western Maryland

February 4, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley kicks off the first of a series of town hall meetings at Mountain Ridge High School in Frostburg to discuss the State of Maryland’s economy and public education system and meet with residents.

Good Jobs, Green Jobs National Conference

February 2, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley delivers remarks.

U.S. Naval Academy Keynote Address

January 26, 2009

Governor Martin O’Malley delivers the keynote address before the entire Naval Academy brigade of 4,400 midshipmen and more than 200 attendees from visiting military and civilian academies at the US Naval Academy Forrestal Lecture Series.

Ask the Governor

November 24, 2008

A special edition of MPT's Direct Connection hosted by Jaff Salkin. Governor O'Malley respondes to questions from callers and e-mails, in this first edition of a monthly series.

“Protecting Priorities: Why Good Management is Good Politics”

October 3, 2008

Governor O'Malley delivers the keynote address at Governing Magazine’s Managing Performance 2008 Conference. The address is delivered via video to the conference participants in Austin, Texas and focuses on Maryland’s performance measuring and management tool, StateStat.

Maryland Association of Counties Keynote Address

August 16 , 2008

Governor O’Malley discusses taking control of Maryland's energy future.

Back-to-School Bus Safety Ad

August, 2008

An important reminder for motorists as Maryland's children return to School.

Fiscal Responsibility

July 31, 2008

Governor Martin O’Malley delivers a major address before the Center for American Progress

The Commitment to Convert MTA Bus Fleet to Hybrids by 2014

July 15, 2008

Maryland Transit Administration directed to purchase only hybrid-electric powered buses.

Maryland Municipal League Keynote Address

June 24, 2008

Focusing on public education, public safety, community development, and the importance of state and local partnerships.

Chesapeake College Graduation Remarks

May 21, 2008

Governor O’Malley delivers keynote address to the Class of 2008.
Footage courtesy of CRTV6

Governor Expands Maryland Conservation Corps

April 25, 2008

MCC expaned to include a summer job program for underserved and court-involved youth. After speaking to a group of schoolchildren, the Governor joins them on a hike to survey stream conditions in Patapsco Valley State Park.

Governor O'Malley Announces Decision Regarding Wind Power Generation on Public Lands

April 12, 2008

Elected officials, conservation, business and community leaders joined the Governor for the announcement made from scenic Monroe Run Overlook in Savage River State Forest.

University of Maryland BioPark Groundbreaking

March 31, 2008

The Governor joins Senator Ben Cardin, Congressman Elijah Cummings and Mayor Sheila Dixon for the grand opening of phase 2 and ‘groundbreaking’ of phase 3 of the UMB Bio Park. Footage courtesy of University of Maryland, Baltimore

Outlining Initiatives to Restore Health of the Chesapeake Bay

March 3, 2008

Standing on the beach in front of the Phillip Merrill Environmental Center in Annapolis, Governor O’Malley proposes an environmental agenda that is the “most forward thinking in last 20 years.”

Governor Participates in 'Read Across America' Day

March 3, 2008

Governor visits with students at Eastport Elementary School and participates in an annual reading motivation and awareness program for children. The event takes place every year on or around Dr. Seuss’s birthday.

Endorsing Legislation to Improve Public Safety

February 13, 2008

Testifying before select committees of the Maryland General Assembly, Governor Martin O’Malley calls for the expansion of Maryland’s DNA database for violent offenders.

Hosting Workforce Creation Summit

February 8, 2008

Governor Martin O’Malley hosted a Workforce Creation Summit to generate new ideas and develop workforce policies for Maryland’s future. The event was bookmarked by a number of workforce creation events and announcements

Governor O'Malley Delivers State of the State Address

January 23, 2008

Focusing on the need to protect Maryland’s critical priorities – to strengthen and protect our middle class, to protect our commitment to improve public safety and public education in every region of our State, and to protect opportunity for the hard-working families of our State.

Proposing Expansion of DNA Database for Violent Offenders to Improve Public Safety

January 10, 2008

Governor Martin O’Malley, joined by Attorney General Douglas Gansler, Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger, and law enforcement officials, announces proposed legislation to expand DNA sampling to arrestees of “Crimes of Violence” and burglaries to improve public safety.

Governor and Lieutenant Governor join students and University System of Maryland Officials

October 31, 2007

Governor O’Malley and Lieutenant Governor Brown joined University System of Maryland officials and students for a rally in support of the Governor’s proposed budget solution.

Governor O’Malley Receives Woodrow Wilson Award for Public Service

September 20, 2007

Governor Martin O’Malley was honored with the Woodrow Wilson Award for Public Service, a prestigious award presented by the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars of the Smithsonian Institution.

Announcing Plans for Living Wage Implementation

August 31, 2007

Governor Martin O’Malley, Lt. Governor Anthony Brown and Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Secretary Thomas E. Perez today joined labor leaders and workers in Annapolis to announce, in honor of Labor Day, the implementation plan for the statewide living wage law.

Agriculture Day at the Maryland State Fair

August 30, 2007

The first time a Maryland Governor attends Agriculture Day at the State Fair. A large gathering of farmers, agriculture experts and environmental stewards convene at the annual event . A tour of exhibits follows Governor O'Malley's remarks.

Reducing the DNA Backlog

July 24, 2007

Announcing Maryland's success in reducing the number of untested and uncollected DNA samples from convicted felons.

BioAgenda Summit Greeting

June 21, 2007

Governor delivers remarks in absentia, welcoming bio science leaders to Maryland for their first ever east coast summit.

Governor O'Malley Tours Bay Monitoring Sites, Studies Restoration Programs

April 25, 2007

Governor O’Malley, Attorney General Gansler and Speaker of the House of Delegates Busch joined Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) scientists on a 2.5-hour monitoring trip of the Chesapeake Bay aboard the R.V. Kerhin to get a first-hand look at how Maryland’s internationally recognized water quality monitoring and assessment programs work.

Governor O’Malley Applauds Creation Of The Maryland Life Sciences Advisory Board; Tours Human Genome Sciences

April 3, 2007

Governor Martin O’Malley and Lt. Governor Brown today applauded the legislature for passing the Administration’s Life Science Advisory Board bill. The Board, comprised of leaders from Maryland’s biotechnology industry, will work to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for Maryland’s life sciences industry. The announcement was made during a tour of Human Genome Sciences corporate headquarters in Rockville

O’Malley Acts Swiftly to Close 19th Century Prison in Jessup

March 19, 2007

Governor Martin O’Malley and Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Secretary Gary D. Maynard announce that the Maryland House of Correction has been shut down: 842 Inmates already transferred, 97 most-problematic prisoners moved out of state.

State of the State Address

January 31, 2007

Governor O'Malley delivers his first address to the Maryland Legislature, 14 days after taking office. He assesses our State's strengths and weaknesses and sets out an agenda for making progress towards shared goals.

First Impressions: Interview with FIrst Lady Katie O'Malley

2007

The First Lady sits down with Rhea Feikin for a candid conversation about family, career and politics. A Maryland Public Television exclusive.

The Origins of StateStat: Baltimore's CitiStat

2004

An in-depth introduction to the award-winning performance-measurement program introduced by then-mayor Martin O'Malley that is being emulated in governments around the world.