Last week I had the honor to present the Moose Athletic Club with a County Council Citation at the ribbon cutting for their new athletic complex. This redevelopment project is on of the first redevelopment projects to come through my Bill 64-20, the Glen Burnie Sustainable Community Overlay, which passed with a unanimous vote of the Council. |
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The Moose Athletic Club is also generously supporting the work of the PACT (Police And Community Together) Anne Arundel police officers and their work with mentoring youth in the neighborhood. Area youth athletic clubs now have a new venue and there are also exciting future sporting events planned for this venue. |
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Fiscal Year 23 County Budget |
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The County Executive presented his County budget to the County Council on April 29th.
The proposed FY23 Budget documents can be found HERE.
The Council has until June 15th to pass a balanced budget and will receive budget presentations from County Departments this week and next.
The County Council Public Budget Hearings are scheduled as follows:
Monday, May 9th at 7:00 pm, 44 Calvert St. Annapolis
Wednesday, May 18th at 7:00 pm, North County HS (10 E 1st Ave, Glen Burnie)
An in-person, live public hearing in the auditorium of North County High School in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. Online registration to testify in-person at the meeting is strongly encouraged: https://www.aacounty.org/departments/county-council/fy-23-budget/may-9-google-signup-form/index.html. The deadline to register online for the May 18th hearing is 3 pm. A small window for in-person registration will be available on May 18 from 6-6:45 p.m. outside of the auditorium at North County High School.
Note: A person may only testify once on either May 9, 2022 or May 18, 2022 and may speak on any topic related to the proposed FY23 Operating or Capital Budget or Bills 37-22 through 48-22. Testimony will be limited to 2 minutes per person.
I hope to hear from you about your budget priorities at these public hearings. As always, reach out to my office with any questions or comments about the budget.
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The County Executive's Budget Office has developed a Fiscal Year 23 Budget Tool website which can be found at: https://www.aacounty.org/yourbudget/ This website provides detailed information and there is also a form to submit feedback. |
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The County Budget Office released a new, interactive tool for residents to track county revenue and spending, the Budget and Data Development Explorer (BuDDE). The BuDDE can be found at www.aacounty.org/budde.
The new tool currently holds data for the FY2022 budget year’s operating budget and revenue. Once the County Council approves the FY23 Budget in June, this tool will be updated with the FY23 information. Assistant Budget Officer Steven Theroux helmed the project to create the BuDDE, building the tool in-house and saving the county significant costs typically associated with similar projects in other jurisdictions. Click on the instructional video to the right, to learn more.
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Crownsville Hospital Cemetery |
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The "Say My Name" event last weekend with the Friends of Crownsville Hospital Cemetery and Janice Hayes-Williams was incredibly moving and impactful. This group has performed incredible research to identify, acknowledge and now memorialize the 1,722 individuals buried on these grounds. I was honored to participate. |
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Jumpers Hole-Mountain Rd Study |
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Anne Arundel County is conducting a study to explore potential improvements for traffic operations, safety, and accessibility for all travel modes along Jumpers Hole Road from MD Route 2 to MD Route 177. The study is underway with collaboration among the County’s partners at the Maryland Department of Transportation and biking and walking advocates. |
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The current roadway has potential for improvement for the purpose of better managing existing and future vehicular traffic demand, managing vehicular travel speeds, and improving accessibility for pedestrians and bicyclists. Many local residents and stakeholders have raised concerns to the County about challenges in entering and exiting side streets, which could be compounded by potential increases in vehicular traffic. The presence of the B&A Trail in the vicinity and proximity of residential developments to commercial land uses encourages a higher quality network of facilities for pedestrians and bicyclists, including dedicated separated facilities such as shared-use paths, bike lanes, and sidewalks.
With anticipated growth in this area, providing a safer and more reliable roadway system and better options for those who wish to travel by non-motorized modes will improve regional connectivity and improve quality of life. Proposed improvements would assist those who wish to reach nearby destinations, such nearby shopping centers, MD Route 2, schools, employment centers, healthcare, and tourism.
This study is an update and supplement to a County study completed in 2018 along this corridor. The first phase of this newer study has involved an examination of existing conditions, an assessment of traffic operations under future projected vehicular traffic volumes, and a preliminary analysis of the potential benefits of impacts of a series of possible improvement alternatives. The study team seeks public input on these alternatives by incorporating these findings. In light of COVID-19, public input can be provided through an online web page or via email, phone, or mail. The public is encouraged to learn more and provide input by visiting:
to register. Upon registration, you will receive a link to log into the meeting.
Comments and questions can also be sent by email to Adam Greenstein, Project Manager, using the contact information below. Those needing materials in alternative formats can contact County DPW Customer Relations by phone at 410-222-7582 or by email at pwcust00@aacounty.org. TTY users, please call via Maryland Relay 7-1-1.
PROJECT CONTACTS
Adam Greenstein
Project Manager
Anne Arundel County Capital Projects
(443) 569-9587 (mobile)
The public comment period is open until June 5, 2022.
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Election Judge Page Program for Teens |
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The Election Day Page Program allows students ages 14 and 15 to work four-hour shifts on Election Day and earn service-learning credit for school. Students 16 and older may participate but are encouraged to register as election judges instead because, at that age, they are eligible. More information can be found at this Capital Gazette article LINK. Interested students can sign up at this State Board of Elections WEBPAGE.
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Police Accountability Board Information |
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Legislation regarding the creation of the Police Accountability Board, Bill 16-22, was passed at the April 18th County Council meeting.
The County Executive’s Office is seeking individuals to serve on the county’s Police Accountability Board (PAB), which is being created in compliance with Maryland state law and must be seated by July 1, 2022.
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General Development Plan 2040 Annual Report |
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County Council Meetings:
Legislation and Participation
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Next Council meeting:
Monday, May 16th at 7:00 pm, 44 Calvert Street, Annapolis.
Individuals may sign up to speak by completing the form found at this LINK.
(see separate post regarding Public Budget Hearings)
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Legislation: For a list of bills and resolutions currently under consideration, visit this website with links to legislation under review as well as their public hearing/vote dates. Archived legislation can also be searched from this same link.
Participation: For information on how to participate, or watch a meeting or work session please visit this website for instructions.
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UPCOMING DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY MEETINGS |
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If you missed a recent meeting and would like to see a recording of the meeting and/or offer comments (if within the comment period) visit the Office of Planning and Zoning's Community Meetings website.
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There are three selections to choose from: Future Meetings, Past Meetings Available for Comment and Past Meetings Closed for Comment. Each of these individual pages is searchable by keyword. |
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Charter Revision Commission |
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The Anne Arundel County Charter Revision Commission's meeting schedule, agenda and documents from previous meetings can be found on the main webpage for the Commission. Additional information about the work of the Charter Revision Commission can be found HERE. The Commission is also accepting comments from the public on an ongoing basis, which can be provided using this LINK.
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Anne Arundel County Boards and Commissions |
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Anne Arundel County Government is currently filling vacancies for positions on various Boards and Commissions.
If you are interested in applying to serve on a Board or Commission, please visit this LINK for additional information.
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District 2 - Listening Sessions
Would your Community Association, PTA or Youth Sports Group like to have Councilwoman Pickard come meet with you?
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Councilwoman Pickard is available to your HOA, Community Association, PTA, youth sports or other group to schedule a meeting to discuss issues or concerns. "I'm listening to you and advocating with the County Executive's Administration, so keep those ideas coming."
Let's Strengthen Our Community Together!
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The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County’s Mini Grant program is designed to support innovative, well-defined arts-related projects that are directed to a new or broader audience, preferably within underserved communities. They are awarded to eligible organizations and programs on a dollar-to-dollar matching basis and may not exceed $2,500. New partnerships with other arts or community organizations are encouraged in an effort to engage more local residents in cultural and artistic activities. More information can be found at this LINK. Applications are due May 31st.
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Impact 100 Greater Chesapeake Grant. This grant aims to fund projects with high potential for community impact. Nonprofits that fall into these categories are encouraged to apply: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment Preservation & Recreation, Family, and Health & Wellness. More information can be found at this LINK. Applications are due June 30th.
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The African American Heritage Preservation Program (AAHPP) provides grants to assist in the preservation of buildings, sites, or communities of historical and cultural importance to the African American experience in Maryland. The AAHPP is administered as a partnership between the Maryland Historical Trust and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture. Grants range from $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000. More information can be found at this LINK. Applications are due July 1st.
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Department of Aging and Disabilities Workshops & Events |
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The workshops are presented at no cost to the public by the National Family Caregiver Support Program of the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities.
On May 11th at 6:30 pm, Joanna Frankel, MSW, LCSW-C, will present “To Travel or Not to Travel: 10 Tips for Vacations and Family Trips When You Are a Caregiver.”
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Traveling with someone you love who needs care is not impossible, but it takes a lot of pre-planning. Join us for this interactive program where you will learn how to determine if your loved one is up to taking a trip, how to best prepare for a trip, and how to balance safety fun on a vacation. This workshop will be held at the Pascal Senior Activity Center (125 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie). You can register for this workshop online at http://www.aacounty.org/aging or call 410-222-4375/4339.
Anyone needing accommodations must contact Mary Chaput at 410-222-4339, or by e-mail at agchap01@aacounty.org at least seven days in advance of the event. TTY users, please call via Maryland Relay 7-1-1. All materials are available in an alternative format upon request.
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Western PACT Officers are collecting pajamas and toys to donate to the Children's Center at Johns Hospital Hospital. A donation box is located in the lobby at Western District Police Station, 8273 Telegraph Road in Odenton. Donations will be collected throughout April and May. |
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The Glen Burnie Farmers Market is returning to the plaza this summer! Come out to 101 Crain Highway North Thursday afternoons starting on June 2nd. |
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Looking to Start or Grow a Business?
Contact Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) at 410-222-7410 or at aaedc.org
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By providing financing, technical assistance and regulatory guidance, Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation assists businesses of all sectors and sizes so they can focus on their core mission and business growth. |
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Food Line Phone Hours - Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm |
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New downtown Annapolis shuttles are FREE!
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Department of Public Works Emergency Phone Numbers |
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Councilwoman Allison Pickard, D2 Allison.Pickard@aacounty.org
Kristin Etzel, Legislative Assistant
kristin.etzel@aacounty.org
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