INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

The complex problems created by the needs of an ex-
panding population have focused attention on the inter-
relationships of all levels of government—intrastate (state,
county and municipal) and interstate (amongst Maryland,
the neighboring states, and the District of Columbia). Rela-
tions with the federal government are also of increasing sig-
nificance. These relationships have developed as problem-
solving has required their creation. The State of Maryland
is geographically in the main stream of emerging urban
problems. This situation has demanded that the State exec-
utive devote considerable time and attention to this dynamic
situation.

The Governor has appeared before many groups such as
the Maryland Municipal League and the Association of
County Commissioners to explore means for adapting state
policy to their needs. He has been especially concerned about
providing a share of state funds to relieve their desperate
plight.

Future relationships with the neighboring states of Dela-
ware, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia, especially in
regard to water problems, have received his attention.

ADDRESS, MARYLAND MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
OCEAN CITY
June 16, 1959

It is delightful indeed to be here in Ocean City once again attend-
ing a conference of the Maryland Municipal League. At all the events
I have attended, I have never found one that afforded a greater
opportunity to renew old friendships and to create new ones. It is
always a rare treat to be here, and I want you to know that I
deeply appreciate the invitation that was extended to me this year.

The size of this audience is testimony to the high regard the
municipalities of this State have for the League and its work. It is
not an old organization, as you know, but those of you who have
worked so diligently in its behalf may now rejoice in the fact that

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