Business Appreciation Week at Bert Jabin Yacht Yard

On April 24, 2018 business ambassadors from the City of Annapolis and Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation visited Bert Jabin Yacht Yard as part of Anne Arundel Business Appreciation Week.Bert Jabin Yacht Yard is one of the largest Certified Clea...

Business Appreciation Week at The Commons

On April 23, 2018 business ambassadors from the City of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County visited The Commons as part of Anne Arundel Business Appreciation Week. 

The Commons is a workspace and community based on shared amenities, relationships, s...

HACA Waiting List Open

Limited Waiting Lists Opened on April 1, 2018

On Sunday, April 1, 2018, HACA opened the following waiting lists with limitations until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018:

• Harbour House - applications accepted only for 2-bedroom accommodations - viewable at...

Annapolis hosts Fred Kent for a workshop on the future of City Dock

Annapolis, MD (4-20-18) – Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis will hold an interactive public workshop to discuss the future use of City Dock on Saturday, April 28, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. under a tent on the parking area closes...

Sign up for our free April workshop "Local Business Lending Options"

April 19 - Local Business Lending Options - Learn about different types of loans available locally to help you build your business (including SBA loans, lines of credit, and others), as well as how your loan will be evaluated by the lender (the f...

Procurement Opportunity: Construction Services Oil Water Separator Replacement

The Central Purchasing Office of the City of Annapolis is accepting sealed bids for the replacement of an oil-water separator system until 11:00 a.m., local time, Friday, April 13, 2018. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud and must be submitted to...

AAWDC's Summer YouthWorks! Seeking Internship Placements

Is your business looking for summer interns? The Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) is looking to place and match a total of 150 Interns with meaningful summer employment in our City and County in 2018.  

AAWDC's 2018 Summer Yo...

Vote for Annapolis in the Strongest Town Contest

Annapolis received enough votes from readers and Strong Towns members to advance to  Round 2 of the Strongest Town contest. We are now matched up against Morelia, Mexico, the only entry not located in the U.S. This round features images showcasin...

Hotel Hiring Event

Are you a hiring manager at an Annapolis area hotel seeking to hire local talent? Connect with a new pool of candidates and fill your open positions at an upcoming hiring event organized by Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation. The event will be...

AAEDC’s Annual Business Appreciation Week is Coming Soon

Business Appreciation Week is 4/23-4/27. Ambassador groups will take part in more than 35 visits to businesses large and small around the county – including the City Annapolis. The visits provide an opportunity for ambassadors to listen to conce...

Grow Your Small Business in 2018 with the help of the SBA

Emerging Leaders is a FREE executive-level training program that provides tools and resources to help sustain and grow those small companies that have the potential for quick growth and job creation. This intensive executive entrepreneurship series includ...

Sector Study PC Work Session Change

The next work session for the Forest Drive & Eastport Sector Study that was to be held during the May 3rd Planning Commission meeting is being moved to Wednesday, May 16th also in the City Council Chambers on Duke of Gloucester at 7 PM. Look forward t...

Offer Your Input on the Forest Drive/Eastport 1st Draft Plan

Last night the City hosted its 3rd public meeting for the Forest Drive & Eastport Sector Study where the first draft of the plan was introduced. Thank you to all those who participated. The planning team is currently working on getting the document re...

City to host public meeting May 2 for site options for pump house associated with flood mitigation

City of Annapolis DPW to host public meeting on siting options for pump house associated with downtown flood mitigation project on May 2 at 7 p.m. at Annapolis Elementary 

Annapolis, MD (4-25-18) – The City of Annapolis Department of Pub...

Annapolis City Council approves Buckley Appointments to HACA & Office of Environmental Policy

Annapolis, MD (4-23-18) – The Annapolis City Council has approved Mayor Gavin Buckley’s appointments of Michael Miller and Philip Gibbs to the House Authority of the City of Annapolis Board and Ms. Jackie Guild to be the director of Of...

Annapolis hosts Fred Kent for a workshop on the future of City Dock

Annapolis, MD (4-20-18) – Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis will hold an interactive public workshop to discuss the future use of City Dock on Saturday, April 28, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. under a tent on the parking area closes...

Arbor Day and Earth Day Events with Mayor and City Council on Monday, April 23

City of Annapolis and Mayor celebrate Arbor Day & Earth Day on Monday, April 23

Annapolis, MD (4-20-18) – Mayor Gavin Buckley, City Council Members, and partnering organizations will participate in two separate events on Monday, April 23, to ...

Annapolis honors 50th Anniversary of Fair Housing Act

Annapolis, MD (4-2-18) – The Annapolis Human Relations Commission will hold a free, public program recognizing the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 on Wednesday, April 25, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Wiley H. Bates ...

Mayor Buckley nominates Jackie Guild to direct environmental policy

Mayor Buckley to nominate Jackie Guild as Director of Office of Environmental Policy Ms. Guild previously served as executive director of Chesapeake Legal Alliance, Inc. Annapolis, MD (4-16-18) Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley today announces that he will no...

All Budget Meetings - Opened to the Public

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Mayor Gavin Buckley State of the City April 9, 2018 FYI9

Good evening.

On this 121st day of my term as Mayor, I am pleased to be able to report on the State of Our City.

Together, with our four new and our four returning city council members, we have accomplished a great deal in four months.

But I would like to ma...

Proposed Pump Station Control Building Associated With the City Dock Flood Mitigation Project

The City of Annapolis continues to seek public comment from residents and businesses on the location of a proposed pump station control building associated with the critically needed City Dock flood mitigation project.  Over the past 12 months, t...

City Hall to host new art exhibit beginning April 23; Opening reception at 5 p.m.

Annapolis City Hall to unveil new art exhibit on April 23

Opening reception from 5-7 p.m.First Lady Yumi Hogan to attend 

Annapolis, MD (4-2-18) – Mayor Gavin Buckley, Maryland First Lady Yumi Hogan, and the Art in Public Places Commission will unv...

City of Annapolis government offices closed Friday, March 30; Transit on Sunday Schedule

Reminder for Friday, March 30: City of Annapolis government offices will be closed today, March 30, in observance of Good Friday. Transit services are operating on a Sunday schedule.

Flooding possible at City Dock on Friday, March 30 at 5 a.m.

The Annapolis Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is monitoring the potential for flooding in the Downtown and City Dock areas early tomorrow morning, Friday, March 30. The National Weather Service forecasts flood levels to be at 2.7 ft. MLLW at 5 a.m. o...

Paving to start in Knightsbridge Community on Monday, April 2

Press Release

 Mayor Gavin Buckley

 Paving to begin in Knightsbridge community, off Gemini Drive on Monday

 Annapolis, MD (March 29, 2018) – Paving will begin on Regent Street, Castlegate Drive, Damsel Lane, and Jousting ...

Detour on Bay Ridge Avenue TOMORROW March 28 at 7:30 a.m.

Detour on Bay Ridge Avenue TOMORROW, March 28, due to water service upgrade

Annapolis, MD (March 27, 2018) – In order to complete a priority water service upgrade, City of Annapolis Department of Public Work crews will need to temporarily close t...

AFD's K-9 receives final check up at Vet and return to service

UDPATE on Rudy – Annapolis Fire Dept.’s Explosion Detection K9

Final Vet Checkup tomorrow, Monday, March 26, at noon

Annapolis, MD (March 25, 2018) – In December 2017, Rudy, the Annapolis Fire Department’s Explosion D...

City of Annapolis Gov't Offices CLOSED on 3/26 and 3/30

City Government will be closed for two holidays this week

Transit Services on adjusted schedule March 30 and April 1

Annapolis, MD (March 25, 2018) – The City of Annapolis government offices will be closed on both Monda...

Update to Transit Services due to weather conditions

City of Annapolis Transit Services UPDATE 

Annapolis, MD (March 21, 2018) – Due to inclement weather and to ensure the safety of transit customers, the Annapolis Department of Transportation will cease most transit services at 3 p.m., in...

City of Annapolis Government Offices are CLOSED March 21 - UPDATE

City of Annapolis Government Offices are CLOSED today

Annapolis, MD (March 21, 2018) – Due to inclement weather, all City of Annapolis government offices are closed for nonessential employees on March 21. Essential employees should report as norm...

City prepares for snowstorm - Residents can move cars into City parking garages beginning at 6

Press Release

Mayor Gavin Buckley

Public Information Office

160 Duke of Gloucester Street

Annapolis, Maryland 21401

For Immediate Release

Media contact: Susan O’Brien, 443-254-6000 or sobrien@annapolis.gov

City prepares for snowstor...

Mayor Buckley to nominate Teresa Sutherland as city manager

Press Release

Mayor Gavin Buckley

Public Information Office

160 Duke of Gloucester Street

Annapolis, Maryland 21401

For Immediate Release Media contact: Susan O’Brien

443-254-6000

sobrien@annapolis.gov

Mayor Buckley nominates Sutherland as new city mana...

A special event celebrating African Americans seeking elected office in Annapolis

Please join Mayor Gavin Buckley and current and former members of the Annapolis City Council for "A Celebration of Resilience"

Celebrating the courage and determination of African Americans to break barriers and seek elected office in the City of...

Free Stormwater Management Workshop for Homeowner's Associations in Annapolis

The Annapolis Office of Environmental Policy will host a free Stormwater Maintenance Workshop for homeowner’s associations (HOA’s), condominium and civic organizations in the City of Annapolis. Homeowner’s associations and ci...

Green Bus Route Change in Stops

Due to construction on Chesapeake Avenue near 4th Street in Eastport, the following bus stops have been temporarily suspended:

Chesapeake Avenue at 5th Street, Chesapeake Avenue at 4th Street and Severn Avenue at 4th Street.

Riders should use the stop on Ch...

Annapolis St. Patrick's Day Parade is SUNDAY, MARCH 11 at 1 p.m.

Press Release

Mayor Gavin Buckley

Public Information Office

160 Duke of Gloucester Street

Annapolis, Maryland 21401

For Immediate Release Media contact: Susan O’Brien

443-254-6000 sobrien@annapolis.gov

St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Sunday, Marc...

Attn Boaters - Please secure your boats due to high winds; mooring balls available for free

Annapolis, MD (3-1-18) – Due the forecast of very high winds and to protect public safety, the City of Annapolis is offering free use of its transient mooring balls from 10 a.m. today until 4 p.m. Sunday, March 4. There are 76 mooring balls avai...

Parking tips for Saturday's NHL Game at Navy Stadium

Annapolis, MD (2-28-18)  Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapolis welcome hockey fans to Annapolis for the National Hockey League’s 2018 Stadium Series Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 8 p.m. at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadi...

City Council Approves New City Attorney

Annapolis, MD (2-12-18) Mayor Gavin Buckley today announces that Richard H. Melnick will serve as the city’s top attorney beginning February 13, 2018, after receiving confirmation from the Annapolis City Council on February 12.

“Richard...

Mayor Buckley to lead March on MD & Road Closures

Annapolis, MD (1-20-18) Mayor Gavin Buckley will kick off the March on Maryland as the first speaker starting at 11 a.m. today in Lawyer’s Mall in front of the Maryland State House in Annapolis. Following the speeches, the group will march aroun...

City of Annapolis offices will open on time January 17

City of Annapolis offices will open on time Wednesday, January 17, 2018.

MLK Day Parade Monday, Jan. 15 - Offices closed, street closures, normal trash pickup

Annapolis, MD (1-11-18) Mayor Gavin Buckley reminds residents that Annapolis City government offices will be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Recycling and refuse collection WILL NOT be affected and the Pip Moyer R...

City of Annapolis offers parking tips for busy legislative session

Annapolis Offers Parking Tips for Legislative Session

Annapolis, MD (1-10-17) Mayor Gavin Buckley welcomes members of the Maryland General Assembly, their staff and visitors back to Annapolis for the 2018 legislative session and offers a few parking tips f...

Water Main Breaks - Update at 1 p.m. on 1/6/18

These frigid temps are keeping our Public Works employees busy: Ongoing repair to water main in Cedar Ridge - estimated return of water service is now 3 p.m. This is NOT to be confused with another repair now underway on Fisk Circle off of Cedar Park Driv...

Recycle your tree on Wednesday, January 10 - City of Annapolis Curbside Yard Waste Resumes

City of Annapolis Yard Waste Collection Update

(Annapolis, MD 1-5-18) – The City of Annapolis Public Works Department will resume regularly scheduled yard waste curbside collection on Wednesday, January 10. Due to the back-to-back Monda...

Changes to Curbside Trash and Recycling Collection Due to Snow

Due to weather conditions, today’s curbside trash and recycling collections will be rescheduled for tomorrow, and Friday’s collections will be rescheduled for Saturday. If you have any questions, please call Annapolis Public Works at 4...

Use Caution on Waterways and Stay off Ice

For Immediate Release                                         Medi...

Board of Appeals Meeting Cancelled Tonight January 2

Tonight's meeting of the Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The meeting was scheduled for tonight, January 2, 2018, from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM in City Council Chambers. 

Mayor Buckley Releases Statement Regarding Incident at Annapolis Police Department

(Annapolis, MD 12-27-17) Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley today released the following statement regarding an incident that occurred inside an Annapolis Police Department’s dispatch room on Thursday, December 21 and was reported to Police Chief Sco...

Annapolis to Host New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Two firework displays - One earlier for families, Traditional NYE fireworks at midnight

Annapolis, MD (12-26-17) Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley invites everyone to join him and his family for the 2018 Annapolis New Year’s Celebration! There are tw...

Annapolis to Host Military Bowl Game and Parade - December 28 - Parade at 9:30 and game at at 1:30

Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley to Attend Three Events in Annapolis to Host Military Bowl on Thurs., Dec. 28

Day Kicks Off with Parade at 9:30 a.m.

UVA vs. Navy starts at 1:30 p.m.

(Annapolis, MD 12-28-17) Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley and the City of Annapoli...

Update on First Winter Weather Event from Annapolis Mayor Buckley

(Annapolis, MD 12-9-17) Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley yesterday met with a team of City department leaders to review its planned response to any snow event this weekend. With the snowfall now upon us, city crews are currently working to keep city roads cl...

Annapolis Offers Free Holiday Shuttle to Maryland Avenue from City Garages

Annapolis, MD (12-07-17)  Mayor Gavin Buckley today announced that visitors to the shops and restaurants on Maryland Avenue have a new transportation option this December:a free shuttle.  

The eCruiser, supplied by local small b...

Holiday Open House at City Hall

Holiday Open House at City Hall

Annapolis, MD (12-5-17) Mayor Gavin Buckley invites you to join the Annapolis City Council and City staff this Thursday for the Holiday Open House at City Hall.

Come enjoy holiday music and refreshments whil...

Buckley Sworn In As 137th Mayor of Annapolis

Buckley Sworn In As 137^th Mayor of Annapolis

Annapolis City Council Members Also Take Oath of Office

Annapolis, MD (12-4-17) – Gavin Buckley was sworn into office today as the 137^th mayor of the City of Annapolis by Clerk of the Circuit Court for ...

Recent Hillman Garage Repairs are Complete

Mayor Michael Pantelides announced now that the recent repairs at Hillman Garage are complete and all the parking spots in the garage are available to visitors, the city has numerous parking options available during the Holiday Season.

Free, Three-Hour Par...

Annapolis Parking Moves to New Office

Mayor Michael Pantelides announced Annapolis Parking has moved to a new, conveniently located, office on West Street.

Annapolis Parking is now located at 60 West Street, Suite 106 and welcomes residents, businesses, and visitors to stop ...

Inauguration Information

On Monday, December 4, Gavin Buckley will be sworn in as Mayor of the City of Annapolis, along with members of the Annapolis City Council. Ceremonies begin at 2:30 p.m. The event will take place outside on the first block of West Street near Church Circle...

Mayor and City Council Inauguration Ceremony on December 4th

Mayor and City Council Inauguration Ceremony

Mayor-Elect Gavin Buckley invites you to attend the Inauguration Ceremony for the Mayor and City Council on Monday, December 4^th. The event will take place outside on the first block of West Street, with an Inau...

Holiday Parking Options and Extended Service

The City of Annapolis will offer popular holiday parking options and benefits again this year beginning Friday, November 24th and running through January 1st, 2018. Parking benefits will include:

Free, 3-Hour Parking at Meters: The city will once...

Holiday Events

Upcoming Holiday Events

November

Sunday, November 26 - Grand Illumination - 5pm-8pm - Market Space

December

Sunday, December 3 - Chocolate Binge Festival - 11 am-5 pm - West Street

Thur...

Additional Stump Grinding Times and Locations

On Monday, November 27th and Tuesday, November 28th, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., additional stump grinding will occur at the following locations:

·         405 Third Street

· &nb...

City of Annapolis Government Offices Closed Nov. 23 & 24

Annapolis, MD (11-20-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd and remain closed on Friday, November 24th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Anyone...

Emergency Water Main Repair

Public Works will be shutting off water to parts of downtown overnight for an emergency water main repair.

Water will be shut off Wednesday, November 15th  from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. for the following areas:

• King George from Wagner to East
• College ...

7th Annual Annapolis Running Classic

Annapolis, MD (11-14-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides reminds residents that the 7th Annual Annapolis Running Classic will take place Saturday, November 18 and some Annapolis roads will be closed for short periods of time.

All runners will begin at t...

Stump Grinding

On Monday, November 13th stump grinding will occur in the following locations:

132 Main Street (in front of Helly Hansen) between 8 and 10 a.m.

State Circle (adjacent to Randall Court) between 8 and 10 a.m.

14 Murray Avenue after 10 a.m.

Shaw Street (between ...

Hillman Garage Improvements Begins Nov. 13

Annapolis, MD (11-13-17) The Noah Hillman Garage will undergo three weeks of maintenance beginning Monday, November 13th.

The top two levels of the garage and the Gorman Street upper entrance will be closed during this time.  Annapolis P...

City of Annapolis Government Offices Closed Friday, Nov. 10th

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis government offices will be closed on Friday, November 10th in observance of Veterans Day.  Annapolis Transit will operate on a Sunday Schedule.   Recycling and refus...

One Lane Closed on Church Circle between West Street and College Avenue

The left lane on Church Circle between West Street and College Avenue will be temporarily closed until approximately 3:30 p.m. today while a Public Works Utilities crew replaces a fire hydrant.

Please direct questions to Public Works Utilities at 410-263-...

9th Annual Ripley Race 5K Sunday, November 12th

The 9th Annual Ripley Race 5K will take place in Annapolis on Sunday, November 12th, and is expected to host about 1,500 runners.  The 5K road race is run each year to raise awareness for returning war veterans and to honor the legacy and heroism...

City of Annapolis and Back Creek Conservancy will partner to celebrate GIS Day

Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis and Back Creek Conservancy will partner to celebrate Geographic Information Systems Day (GIS Day) on Wednesday, November 15^th by hosting an event: Smart And Spatial for The Bay: A Cons...

Possible Flooding at City Dock

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is monitoring the potential for flooding in the Downtown/City Dock area over the next few days.

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory that is in effect from 2:00 PM today until 1...

Lane Closure on Church Circle

The left lane on Church Circle between West St. and College Ave. will be temporarily closed until approximately 3:30 PM today while a Public Works Utilities crew replaces a fire hydrant.

Please direct questions to Public Works Utilities at 410-263-7970.

Video Announcing Construction of the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park

Officials Break Ground on the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, County Executive Steve Schuh, and representatives from Annapolis Solar Park, LLC joined to break ground on the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park on November 2, ...

Spa Creek Entrance to the Eastport Bridge Closed During Saturday's Tug-Of-War

The annual "Tug-of-War,” will be held on Saturday November 4th. 

Enforcement Officials will not allow vessels to transit through Annapolis Harbor from the entrance of Spa Creek to the Eastport Bridge from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The ...

Officials Break Ground on the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, County Executive Steve Schuh, and representatives from Annapolis Solar Park, LLC joined to break ground on the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park today.

“The power has been purchased, the job fairs were successful...

Mayor's Pedestrian Safety Campaign

Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that he is targeting West Street as part of his ongoing Pedestrian Safety Campaign, focusing on both motorists and pedestrians, reminding them to look up and look out for each other.

“A number of residents have ...

Media Advisory- Annapolis Renewable Energy Park

WHO: Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, County Executive Steve Schuh, Annapolis City Alderpersons, and representatives from Annapolis Solar Park, LLC

WHAT:   An announcement about the start of construction on the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park, ...

Pay-By-Phone Option Arrives at Truxtun Park Boat Ramp

Annapolis, MD (10-26-17) Mayor Mike Pantelides and Harbormaster Beth Bellis are pleased to announce that the Truxtun Park Boat Ramp will soon offer cutting-edge pay-by-phone technology.  The update is in response to the old and unreliab...

Board of Canvassers Meeting - Friday Oct 27, 2017

CALL TO ORDER                                            ...

Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Award of Major Subcontracts

Annapolis, MD ( 10-25-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides and BQ Energy Director Tim Ryan jointly announced the award of major subcontracts to local firms for performance under the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park's solar energy facility project. &n...

Public Demonstration of the Annapolis Voting System

A public demonstration of the Annapolis Voting System will take place on Friday, October 27, 2017 at the Anne Arundel County Board of Elections Office, located at 6740 Baymeadow Drive in Glen Burnie, MD 21060. 

The City of Annapolis General Electi...

Annapolis Reveals Weather It Together Story Map at International Conference

Annapolis, MD (10-24-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that as the City of Annapolis prepares to co-host an international conference on sea level rise, the city’s Weather It Together team, in collaboration with Michael B...

Make Annapolis Safe Campaign Concludes

Annapolis, MD (10-24-17) In May 2014, Mayor Michael Pantelides joined with Fire Chief David L. Stokes, Sr. to ensure every Annapolis residence had a working smoke alarm in their home and, if needed, a carbon monoxide (CO) monitor as part of a ne...

Flooding Downtown - Streets Closed

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is monitoring the severe flooding that is has impacted the Downtown/City Dock area this morning as well as the Coastal Flood Warning that has been issued.

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warn...

Annapolis Police Department Howlin' Hustle to Benefit Special Olympics Maryland

Annapolis, MD (10-23-2017)  Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides reminds residents that some area streets will be closed on Saturday, October 28th for the Annapolis Police Department’...

General Election Judge Positions Available

The City of Annapolis Board of Supervisors of Elections currently has eight Election Judge positions open for the General Election and applications are being accepted.

 

Applicants must be able to work on November 7, 2017 from 5:30 a.m. to...

Mayor Addresses Crime in Annapolis

Mayor Michael Pantelides talks  about  public safety and what the city is doing to  address crime and drugs in Annapolis.

Fire Prevention Week in Annapolis

Annapolis, MD (10-12-2017)   Mayor Michael Pantelides and Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. remind residents that in a fire, seconds can make the difference between life and death. This is the message Annapolis officials and firefighters hope to spr...

October 23 City Council Public Hearing

The Annapolis City Council will hold a  public hearing on Monday, October 23, 2017  at 7.00 p.m., in the Mayor John T. Chambers, Jr., City Council Chambers, located at 160 Duke of Gloucester Street in  Annapolis.

Public Hearing C...

Press Advisory - Annapolis Dog Park

WHO:  Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, Naval Academy Athletic Association Director Chet Gladchuk,Ward Two Alderman Fred Paone, and local dog enthusiasts

WHAT:  The City of Annapolis and the Naval Academy Athletic Association are joinin...

Mayor Nominates New HACA Board Member

Annapolis, MD (10-6-17) – Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced Corey A. Johnson as his nomination for the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA) Board of Commissioners today. 

Mr. Johnson is a resident of Ann...

Program Open Space Money Approved by Board of Public Works

Annapolis, MD (10-5-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announced the City of Annapolis will purchase a portion of the proposed Parkeside Preserve development and maintain it as a nature area for Annapolis residents, now that the Board of Public Works has approv...

City Environmental Projects and Programs

Mayor Pantelides attended the Spa Creek Community meeting and talked about how proud the city is to partner with Spa Creek Conservancy and the Housing Authority on the Hawkins Cove restoration project.

Hawkins Cove is an exciting project because it is rest...

Annapolis Firefighters Raise Money and Awareness for Breast Cancer Research

Mayor Michael Pantelides and Fire Chief David L. Stokes Sr. remind residents that they can support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by purchasing a T-shirt from the International Association of Firefighters Local 1926 during October.

The Ann...

October 9th is the Deadline for Voter Registration for the General Election

The Annapolis Board of Supervisors of Elections wants to remind Annapolis residents that Monday, October 9th is the deadline for Voter Registration for the General Election.

Free Flu Shots for Residents on September 30th at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

Mayor Michael Pantelides and County Executive Steve Schuh invite residents to take advantage of getting a free flu shot on Saturday, September 30.

The City of Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, the Anne Arundel County Department of Health, the City a...

Public Hearings Schedule for City Council October 9th

The Annapolis City Council will hold several public hearings on Monday, October 9th at 7.00 p.m., in the Mayor John T. Chambers, Jr., City Council Chambers, located at 160 Duke of Gloucester Street in  Annapolis.

Public hearings ...

Annapolis Trees of Distinction Program

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides invites residents to participate in the city’s Trees of Distinction Program.   The purpose of the program is to recognize and thank the citizens who maintain and care for the city’s most note...

City and County Enter into Partnership on Forest Drive

Annapolis, MD (9-21-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides and County Executive Steve Schuh partnered again today to come up with new solutions to a very old problem on Forest Drive.

 The city and county entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ...

Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Job and Small Business Fair

Annapolis, Md. (9-20-17) – Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides is working to bring jobs to Annapolis for Annapolis residents and announced the next local Job and Small Business Fair will be on Monday, September 25^th.

T...

Mayor Michael Pantelides and County Executive Steve Schuh to Make Forest Drive Announcement

Media Advisory: 

Annapolis, MD (September 19, 2017) – Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides and Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh will announce a strategic partnership on the Forest Drive corridor to help reduce gridlock, keep the p...

Second Chance Job Fair Was A Huge Success

More than 130 Second Chance participants came to a job Fair at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center on Thursday looking for work, and about one third of them will be hearing from local businesses regarding possible employment.

“When I was introduced t...

Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Job and Vendor fair

Mayor Michael is bringing Green jobs to Annapolis for Annapolis residents.  Please join us on September 25th for the Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Job and Vendor fair!

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City of Annapolis Main Street Reconstruction to Begin in January of 2018

Earlier this year, Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides requested Department of Public Works Director David Jarrell to begin meeting with local downtown businesses to gather their input on how the important and necessary Main Street reconstruction project c...

Annapolis Election Information - See Updates from Last Election

It is the City of Annapolis Board of Supervisors of Elections goal, in cooperation with the Anne Arundel County Board of Election, to provide all eligible citizens of Annapolis convenient access to voter information.   In 2017, City of Annapolis ...

Annapolis Recognizes September is National Preparedness Month

The City of Annapolis Asks Residents to Take Action Now to Prepare for Emergencies and Natural Disasters

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis’ Office of Emergency Management is participating in Nationa...

Back to School Safety

Mayor Michael Pantelides and Fire Chief David Stokes remind both the motorist and the pedestrian to look up and look for each other as children head back to school.

According to the Maryland Department of Transportation, during the years of 2013 ...

Proposed Closed Session for Board of Appeals Meeting Sept. 5th

A special meeting of the Board of Appeals is scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mayor John T. Chambers, Jr., City Council Chamber, located at 160 Duke of Gloucester Street, 2nd Floor in Annapolis.  

The purpose is for a p...

Labor Day Information for Annapolis

Labor Day Information for Annapolis

Annapolis, MD (8-29-17) City of Annapolis government offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day.

Refuse and recycling collection will be affected by moving the c...

APD Benefits from State Grants

Annapolis, MD (8-28-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that in just the past two months, the Annapolis Police Department (APD) has received more than  $261,700 in State grants from the Governor’s Office on Crime ...

City-County Partnership Benefits Enforcement on Local Creek

In a continuing effort to bring greater government efficiency to city and county government, Mayor Michael Pantelides and County Executive Steve Schuh today announced a partnership to better patrol and enforce current boating regulations on Weems Creek.

&a...

Sp+ Parking Study

SP+  submitted its final parking study to the City of Annapolis for its review.

Annapolis 10 Mile Race - Road Closures - Delays Expected

Annapolis, MD (8-22-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides reminds residents that more than 4,000 people will be in Annapolis on Sunday, August 27 for the 42^nd Annual Annapolis Ten Mile Run, organized by the Annapolis Striders, Inc, The...

Media Advisory for Weems Creek

Media Advisory

WHO: Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, County Executive Steve Schuh, Alderman  Fred Paone, Annapolis Harbormaster Beth Bellis, and residents along Weems Creek

WHAT: City-County Partnership Benefits Enforcement on Weems Cr...

Cooling Center Open Today- August 22

Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that the Roger “Pip” Moyer Community Recreation Center, located at 273 Hilltop Lane, will open as a cooling center today, August 22nd, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

The National Weather Service is forecast...

Annapolis Renewable Energy Park Job Fair

Annapolis, MD (8-21-17) Annapolis Mayor Pantelides announced a local job fair is being held on Thursday, August 31^st to find skilled workers, contractors, and numerous other positions that will be critical to begin construction on the Annapolis Renewable ...

Kingsport-Bywater Park construction begins August 15

New Kingsport-Bywater Park will begin construction next week. 

The Kingsport-Bywater Park Project will provide play equipment for children from tots to teens as well as a new walking path for all ages. The project includes stormwater management in...

Ravens Purple Friday Caravan in Annapolis on August 4th

Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders, Baltimore’s Marching Ravens Pep Band and front office staff will make stops throughout Annapolis on Friday, August 4th, to gear up for the team’s upcoming free and open stadium practice at Navy-Marine Cor...

Moody’s Investors Service Upgrades Annapolis Revenue Bond Ratings

Annapolis, MD (8-1-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that in just two years of using revenue bonds to pay for major capital projects, Moody's Investors Service has upgraded the City of Annapolis' water and sewer revenue bonds from...

A Duck Tale

The Annapolis Fire Department’s First Responders received a call this morning from a concerned resident that saw five babies stuck in a storm drain and the mother was yelling for help as she nervously paced back and forth in front of the storm d...

State Grant Announced to help combat Opioid Crisis in AA County

Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford, Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh, Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides, and AA County Health Officer Fran Phillips at a recent press conference where Lt. Governor Rutherford announced state grant money that will ben...

Temporary Guest Parking Permits Now Available Online

Annapolis, MD (7-28-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that temporary  guest parking permits are now available for purchase online. 

“This new innovation is one more way we are making city life more conve...

City and County Enter into Solar Power Purchase Agreement

Annapolis, MD (7-28-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that the ongoing partnership between the City of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County continues with the joint purchase of solar energy to power City and County buildings and operations. The partners...

Annapolis Cooling Center Opens Through Sunday, July 23

Annapolis, MD (7-19-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that the Roger “Pip” Moyer Community Recreation Center, located at 273 Hilltop Lane, will remain open as a cooling center today, July 19th through Sunday, July 23^rd.

The hours f...

New Automated Fare Boxes Now Part of Annapolis Transit

Annapolis, MD (7-17-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that beginning today the Annapolis Department of Transportation (ADOT) will launch a new automated fare box system on its bus fleet.

“We are excited to offer this new ...

P&Z Director Findings for Density Calculation

We have posted the Directors Findings for the Density Calculations in a Special Mixed Planned Development in a B2, Community Shopping District in conjunction with PD2016-002.

In determining the density calculations, the Planning and Zoning Directo...

Annapolis Cooling Center Opens Thursday and Friday

Annapolis, MD (7-12-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that the Roger “Pip” Moyer Community Recreation Center, located at 273 Hilltop Lane, will open as a cooling center Thursday, July 13th and Friday, July 14th from 10 a.m. until ...

Mayor Pantelides’ Open Door Session Moved to Third Tuesday in July

Annapolis, Md. (7-5-17) – Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that his open door session will be moved to Tuesday, July 18^th,  due to the Independence Day falling on the first Tuesday of the month.  

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July 5th Fireworks

Annapolis, MD (7-5-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides reminds residents that Annapolis will hold its firework display tonight, July 5^th, after last night’s storms caused the cancellation of the event.

Both the Eastport Bridge and Main Street ...

July 4th Annapolis City Government Offices Closed - Parking and Shuttle information

Annapolis, MD (7-3-17) Mayor Michel Pantelides reminds residents that the City of Annapolis government offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4^th in observance of Independence Day.

All refuse and recycling collection will be moved one ...

Market House Bids for RFP 17-21 Available Online

 Annapolis, MD (7-3-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces all responses to RFP 17-21, the Lease of the Annapolis Market House at City Dock, can be reviewed online at www.annapolis.gov,  under City Council (Market House Proposa...

Name the City Boat Contest! Get Involved!

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides invites residents to help name the city’s boat, which will be used for educational and recreational purposes.

After meeting John Harris, the owner of Chesapeake Light Craft, Mayor Pantelides was enthusiastic abo...

Circulator Free as of July 1 - Getting Around Downtown Just Got Easier!

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides reminds residents that the Circulator is free, effective July 1^st and a newly-rebranded Circulator will debut just before the July 4^th holiday weekend.  The new Ford E-450 comfortably seats 24 passengers, is whe...

July 4th in Annapolis

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides invites all residents to the Annapolis 4^th of July parade and fireworks on Tuesday, July 4^th.  The parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Amos Garrett Boulevard and proceed along West Street, around Church Circle, an...

Annapolis Fire Department Receives Highest Rating from National Agency

Annapolis, MD (6-19-17) Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that an improved rating by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) to the Annapolis Fire Department may mean lower insurance premiums for Annapolis property owners.

The ISO, a natio...

City Keeps AA+ Rating from Fitch Outlook Remains Stable

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the city maintained its AA+ rating from the Fitch Rating Agency and the outlook remains stable.

The AA+ rating has been assigned to Series: ­­$6,065,000 General Obligation Public I...

Moody's Assigns Aa2 to Annapolis’ 2017 GO Bonds - Positive Outlook

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces Moody’s Investors Service has assigned an Aa2 positive rating to Annapolis’ $6.1 million General Obligation Public Improvements Refunding Bonds Series 2016A and $19.6 million General Obligat...

Notice of Annapolis City Council Public Hearings June 19th

Notice is hereby given that the Annapolis City Council will hold the following public hearings on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 7.00 p.m. The hearings will take place in the Mayor John T. Chambers, Jr., City Council Chamber, located at 160 Du...

City Opens Cooling Facility

Annapolis, MD (6-12-17) – The National Weather Service is forecasting temperatures to reach the mid-90s today and near 100 degrees tomorrow. The heat combined with high levels of humidity is creating a concern that residents may suffer...

July 4th Firework Safety

 Mayor Michael Pantelides and Fire Chief David Stokes remind residents that fireworks can be very dangerous, so leave it up to the professionals and join us in Annapolis for our July 4th festivities. 

While the celebration is tr...

Street Closures Scheduled Saturday, June 3rd for ZOOMA Races

Annapolis, MD (5-30-17) A number of streets in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County will be closed during the morning of Saturday, June 3rd for the ZOOMA half marathon, 10K and 5K. 

The events begin at 7 a.m. and all streets in downtown Annapolis wil...

Art in Public Places Events During Art Week

The following activities are happening sponsored by Art in Public Places during Art Week:" In Annapolis Art is Everywhere"...the first of art walk series videos airs on City Cable, channel 34 for Verizon customers and 99/100 for Comcast.Conversa...

New Residential Parking Permits Need to Register new Account

The 2017 Residential Parking Permit Registration is open!  No more standing in lines. Go online and register.

For complete details and to purchase a permit for a zoned district, visit http://www.annapolisparking.com/resident...

All residents WILL N...

NOTICE OF ANNAPOLIS CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARINGS

Notice is hereby given that the Annapolis City Council will hold the following public hearings on Monday, June 12, 2017 at 7.00 p.m.  The hearings will take place in the Mayor John T. Chambers, Jr., City Council Chambe...

2017 Residential Parking Permit Registration Open

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the 2017 Residential Parking Permit registration period begins immediately.

SP+, the city’s comprehensive parking management firm, encourages residents to save time by purchasing their a...

Memorial Day

Annapolis City government offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day.

Refuse and recycling will be affected on Monday and Tuesday, May 29th and 30th by moving the normal collection day to the next day. If Monday is your normal ...

Commissioning Week Parking

It is expected to be extremely busy downtown during Commissioning Week, May 22nd through the 26th. 

The Hillman Garage is expected to fill by mid-morning each day, along with  the 2 hour limited spaces, whether they be metered or in Resid...

May 7th-13th is Hurricane Preparedness Week

The Atlantic Hurricane Season is June 1^st through November 30^th

Annapolis, MD (5-11-17) – Mayor Michael Pantelides announces that the city is teaming up with the National Weather Service (NWS) and the Maryland Emergency Management Agenc...

Mayor Appoints New Recreation and Parks Director for City Council's Approval

Annapolis, MD (5-10-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announced the appointment of Archie Trader as the new Recreation and Parks Director.  City Council will consider his confirmation on Monday, May 22nd.

Mr. Trader...

Media Advisory – Flood Mitigation Demonstration

WHO:  Mayor Michael Pantelides, members of Annapolis City Council, representatives from Maryland Emergency Management Agency, along with other state officials, local environmentalists, business owners, and other interested individuals.

&...

Spring Cleaning in Annapolis

Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces the City of Annapolis and downtown businesses are joining together to clean up Downtown Annapolis.

During the week of May 8-12, employees of the City’s Department of Public Works (DPW) will act as team...

City Pursues the Purchase of Part of Parkeside Preserve with Program Open Space Money

City Pursues the Purchase of Part of Parkeside Preserve with Program Open Space Money

Annapolis, MD (5-1-17) Mayor Michael Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis is pursuing the purchase of a portion of the proposed Parkeside P...

Traffic delays are expected Saturday, April 29

A number of major events will be taking place in Annapolis this Saturday, April 29^th, and residents along with visitors should know that traffic delays are expected.

The Annual Spring Sailboat Show is in downtown Annapolis, which brings in thousands of vis...

Heroin : A Story of Two Families

City of Annapolis Television introduces the audience to two families, both affected by heroin, with very different outcomes.  Annapolis Mayor Michael  Pantelides is working with County Executive Steve Schuh on his Heroin Task Force and o...

Safe Stations

Safe Stations is a new program to combat heroin and opioid addiction crisis that is gripping our communities.

Resource Guide for Addiction

Forest Drive / Eastport Sector Study

This study will propose land use solutions, and craft design guidelines based on local input, in a document that will guide the future for the Forest Drive area. More at www.annapolis.gov/study