(Baltimore, MD) -- Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott delivered the annual State of the City Address on Monday night.
During his speech the mayor addressed public safety progress, new city investments, a commitment to young people and a vision for the future of Baltimore.
The mayor highlighted the city's success in reducing the homicide rate, rehabilitating vacant properties and renewing support for local businesses.
“I can’t think of a better place to get a job, grow a business, buy a house, or start a family than our city. Yes, it’s because of all the great progress I just talked about: record reductions in violence, economic growth, investments in public health, new housing initiatives, and world-class arts and culture. But mostly, it’s because of Baltimore’s greatest asset. The thing that makes us Charm City: You, the people of Baltimore,” said Mayor Scott. “This city is full of folks who love her, want to make her better, and will check anyone from outside who comes after her. I’m grateful that I get to go to work, every day, to help them do just that: to make Baltimore better — for your children, my children, and all of us. Baltimore is built different. We are building different. And I invite you all to build with us.”
Mayor Scott also spoke about education goals, addressing the opioid crisis and overhauling the 311 system.
In addition, he announced the Mayor's Office of Arts, Culture, and Entertainment to shape the future of live events, the cultural workforce, creative economy, nightlife and film industry.