Overview

• The Baltimore County Council meets at 6 p.m. Monday to decide whether Walker replaces incumbent Kelly Madigan or if Madigan remains in the role
• Kathy Klausmeier’s nomination follows a December 2023 charter amendment that requires an open, competitive search conducted by a selection panel
• Critics say Walker’s nearly 20 years at the EPA’s Office of Inspector General emphasize auditing over investigations and may not match Madigan’s investigative background
• Supporters of Madigan have held three public rallies and four council members—three Republicans and one Democrat—have pledged to vote for her reappointment
• Councilman Izzy Patoka has proposed a seven-member independent appointment board to select future inspectors general, potentially appearing on the November 2026 ballot