Summary
The city will back the pageant's lease with up to $10,000 a year for five years starting 2027, keeping the event — and its visitors — downtown.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $10,000 per year for five years from the city, contingent on county contributions.
Downtown businesses and the Maryland Theatre, which benefit from pageant-week visitors.
Baseball fans and visitors who previously used free on-street parking.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Mayor and City Council — June 23, 2026
The city will back the pageant's lease with up to $10,000 a year for five years starting 2027, keeping the event — and its visitors — downtown.
Mayor and City Council (Work) — June 9, 2026
Keeping the pageant at the Maryland Theater for five more years costs the city an extra $2,000 a year, with the mayor's luncheon thrown in free.
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