G'mar Chatima Tovah to all of our residents observing Yom Kippur.

Also, happy start to Hispanic Heritage month! We look forward to learning this month about the history and culture of our Hispanic-Latino neighbors and working together to make Anne Arundel County the best place for everyone. Click here to learn more.

There is a lot of news in this week’s edition, including the announcement of a new grant program, lots of events, and plenty of opportunities to give public input on some key initiatives. Please take the time to look through it all and to give us your feedback!

Sincerely,

Residents and businesses can report any damage incurred due to the severe weather event by filling out the Anne Arundel County Damage Assessment Data Collection form through September 23, 2021.

Please note that the tool is not a substitute for submitting insurance claims and that the damage assessment submission does not in any way guarantee federal, state, or local reimbursement. Data collection helps determine the severity of impact an incident or disaster has on individuals and communities, which can help us prepare for future events.

Pepper has joined the OEM team to help encourage children and young adults to always be prepared for disasters. She is a 1yr old Black Lab/Hound mix rescue puppy who is full of energy and is prepared for anything. Pepper enjoys long walks, playing in the water, sticking her head out of the car window, barking at delivery drivers, and sharing preparedness tips with County residents. Pepper will be attending the Preparedness Games this Saturday, so be sure to say hello!

Also, from OEM, click here to download The Disaster Dispatch Fall 2021 edition. In addition, any community group seeking an emergency preparedness presentation (virtual or in-person) can email [email protected] or call the OEM office at 410-222-0600.

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman announced the signing of an executive order affirming the County’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across County government, and the use of an equity lens in reviewing policies, procedures, and common practices.

“Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion makes our government more effective at providing opportunities and services for Anne Arundel County residents,” County Executive Steuart Pittman said. “Using an equity lens to help prevent discrimination and improve outcomes in our work will truly make our county the best place - for all.”

Read the full executive order.

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman and the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) announced the launch of a new Digital Services Grant (DSG) to help small brick-and-mortar businesses and nonprofits in Anne Arundel County do business in an increasingly digital economy. Funded with $500,000 in federal American Recovery Act funds designated by the Maryland Department of Commerce, the program will begin taking applications for up to $10,000 on Monday, September 20 at 9:00 a.m.

Click here for the full press release.

Residents can view a calendar of upcoming meetings in their area, review site plans and other documents, attend virtual meetings, watch previously recorded meetings, and provide public comments directly to the Office of Planning and Zoning - all through the new Community Meetings website. See a partial list of upcoming meetings below and click here for more details and to view the full calendar.

For media inquiries, please contact Jeff Amoros at [email protected]