Zeke Cohen

Cohen formerly represented Baltimore City's District 1 on the City Council. Now, he holds the top spot.

During the hours-long meeting, council members grilled representatives not just about the hikes, but also winter shut-offs, power restoration following storm outages, and poor completion of road work.

Consumer advocates and others rally behind legislation that would reduce high energy bills.

“You’re going to be asking people to choose between food and water." Many who provided testimony noted that the increases are coming at the same time as rate supply increases on Baltimore Gas and Electric services.

Zeke Cohen first joined the City Council in 2016, representing District 1.

He promised a city council dedicated to public safety, justice, and improved city services.

Council member Zeke Cohen joins Midday to share his priorities as the next City Council President.

His coalition of supporters say Baltimore’s likely next City Council President is not a politician, but a change agent.

“If you choose me, you’re choosing a son of Baltimore who can deliver legislatively,” said Nick Mosby in his quest to secure a second term as city council president.

Shannon Sneed is running for City Council President again, facing off against Councilman Zeke Cohen and incumbent Nick Mosby in a tightly contested Democratic primary.