For Baltimore County
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For Baltimore County 〰️
COMMUNITY CENTERED - LAND USE PROFESSIONAL - BUDGET MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE - PROVEN LEADERSHIP
Baltimore County Council, District 2
Democrat
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“ For the first time in decades, it is now apparent that we have a representative who stood by his campaign promises and put US, his constituents, first.”
President, McDonogh-Field Association
“Thanks for your openness, rational thinking, availability for input, planning orientation, energetic outlook, sympathy to individual concerns, love of nature and exposure to natural settings.”
Board Member, Valleys Planning Council
“I have been with you from that very first met at the BHC Breakfast. You have been exactly who you said you were. Your honesty and integrity are refreshing and mean everything to me! You are just the kind of person I want looking out for me in government!”
Past President, Dumbarton Improvement Association and fellow member of Baltimore Hebrew Congregation
“I am grateful for the assistance and support that VNCA has received from your staff. They are a wonderful group of energetic and diligent workers. You set the example for them.”
President, Villa Nova Community Association
“What’s most impressive is that you listened to the community.”
Manager, Reisterstown Main Street
“No one has worked harder for us. He’s a man of integrity, loyalty and genuine love for his community. I am proud to support him.”
President, Willow Glen South Community Association
The experience Baltimore County needs:
Izzy has extensive experience in strengthening communities throughout his professional career. He has served in these key leadership positions:
Baltimore County Councilman
Director of Community Development for LifeBridge Health
Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives
Director of the Governor’s Intergovernmental Affairs Office
Founding Director of the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhoods
Deputy Director for the Baltimore County Department of Planning
Chief of Capital Budgeting for the Baltimore County Department of Planning
Division Chief for Capital Budgeting for the Baltimore City Department of Planning
Environmental Planner for the Baltimore City Department of Planning
Izzy is nationally certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). He was recognized as a recipient of the National Association of Counties’ (NACO) Multicultural Diversity Award for extraordinary outreach to ethnic communities. This prestigious award was cosponsored by the Women Officials in NACO (WON), the National Association of Black County Officials (NABCO) and the National Association of Hispanic County Officials (NAHCO). Additionally, Izzy has been presented with the distinction of Fellow with the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance by the University of Maryland's Institute for Governmental Service.
He is a proud graduate of Towson University where he received both his Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Arts degree in Geography & Environmental Planning.
A Commitment to Community Engagement:
Izzy believes that community engagement is essential to community strength and he leads by example. As a community leader, Izzy's efforts have included:
Baltimore County Code Enforcement Work Group
Baltimore County Solid Waste Work Group
Baltimore County Affordable Housing Work Group
Sudbrook Park Community Association Board Member
George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology Parent Committee
Central Baltimore County Democratic Club
The Greenmount School Board of Trustees
Greater Pikesville Recreation Council Youth Basketball Coach
Neighborhoods United Board Member
Pimlico Community Development Authority
Liberty Road Business Association Board Member
Dickeyville Community Association Board Member
Forest Park Little League Youth Baseball Coach
Randallstown Gateway Park Committee
Contribute Now
Contribute now by filling out the secure form below, or mail your contribution to:
FRIENDS OF IZZY PATOKA
P.O. BOX 5730
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Contact Izzy
Email: izzy@izzypatoka.com
Phone: 410-424-8786