Tag: County Council
County Exec Neuman Seeks Medical Professionals
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman has announced that she is seeking a licensed physician to serve on the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board. The Adult Public Guardianship Review Board of Anne Arundel County provides oversight to the County’s Departments of Social Services and Aging and Disabilities regarding their Adult Public Guardianship programs. The Board consists of 11 individuals with [...]
Opinion: Laura Neuman Intends To Veto Stormwater Bill
When I moved to Anne Arundel County over two decades ago it was because of, among other things, the beauty of our County and the Chesapeake Bay. This natural beauty is why many of us are here and why we attract tourists from around the globe. Protecting this precious resource is not an option, it [...]
Neuman Appoints Plymyer As County Attorney
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman today announced the appointment of David Plymyer as County Attorney. “David is a knowledgeable and dedicated public servant with 30 years of experience in the Office of Law,” County Executive Neuman said. “He will put the citizens first in advising the Administration and the County Council on legal issues.” Plymyer is a Millersville [...]
Neuman Appoints Eastport Resident As Community Affairs Special Assistant
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman announced the appointment of Julie Mussog as Special Assistant for Community Affairs. “Julie is a great addition to our team who brings a lot of experience as a civic activist and someone who knows how to solve problems for constituents,” County Executive Neuman said. “She will provide direction for the Office of Community and [...]
County Executive Neuman Encourages Attendance At Home Expo
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman is encouraging potential homebuyers to attend the Annual Housing Expo this month in Glen Burnie to meet lenders, Realtors and housing counselors for tips on navigating the process. “Many potential homebuyers have wisely waited for prices to drop before entering the market, and now is the time,” County Executive Neuman said. “At this event [...]
County Executive Neuman: Month 1 Report Card
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman announced that she has made significant progress in her first month in office by completing her evaluation of key staff, beginning budget preparations and making important appointments. “My first month in office has been very productive and encouraging,” County Executive Neuman said. “We have made immediate changes that I think will move [...]
County Executive Neuman Announces Student Art Exhibit and Contest Challenge
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman announced that a special reception will be held this week to honor elementary school students by exhibiting their art work in the Arundel Center. “This art work will delight and also inspire us to look to the future,” County Executive Neuman said. “As part of our fresh start for Anne Arundel County, we need [...]
How Laura Neuman Was Selected For Anne Arundel County
Laura Neuman was selected as Anne Arundel County’s next County Executive last night after three rounds of posturing and voting by the republican controlled council. Initially, the selection was a shocker. Especially after the political shenanigans that preceded the meeting. Del. Steve Schuh was presumed to be a frontrunner and is an all-but-announced candidate for [...]
The Next County Executive
Yes, you too can lead Anne Arundel County throughout the remainder of former County Executive John R. Leopold’s term in office. The qualifications seem pretty benign, but you will have to get through a vote from the Anne Arundel County Council that will likely prove to be more political than any election fraught with conflicts [...]
The Leopold Trial: The Aftermath
UPDATE: Here is a copy of the full Memorandum issued by Judge Dennis Sweeney with all of his comments regarding each of the charges. (PDF, 40 pages) Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold was found guilty this afternoon of two counts of misconduct. He was found not guilty on another misconduct charge as well [...]
State Of Maryland Requests Removal Of Anne Arundel County Health Officer
The State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has requested the removal of Anne Arundel County Health Officer, Angela Wakhweya, M.D. While this move appeared to surprise many members of the council, others came to the County Council meeting last night prepared to make the argument. The initial request came from Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene, Joshua Sharfstein, M.D., [...]
Friends Of Broadneck Park Receive $35K
The Friends of Broadneck Park (FBP) were pleased to learn the request from County Executive, John R. Leopold for funding which allows for the upgrade and improvements to the playground at Broadneck Park was approved by the County Council as part of the FY13 budget. “We are very grateful to our friends groups around the County [...]
Arundel’s Top Cop Calls It Quits
Amid a sea of controversy, Colonel James Teare, Anne Arundel County’s police chief, has called it quits as of August 1, 2012. Teare was under investigation by the State’s Prosecutor in connection with the indictment of Teare’s boss, County Executive John R. Leopold. According to a statement issued by the State’s Prosecutor , the investigation [...]
Leopold Announces ‘Connor’s Law’ To Protect Children At Swimming Pools
County Executive John R. Leopold has introduced legislation before the County Council known as “Connor’s Law,” which requires that defibrillators are present at all public and semi-public pools. “The most important job of government is to protect public health and safety, and this legislation is a common-sense solution to save lives,” County Executive Leopold said. [...]
Union Boss Calls For Resignation Of Leopold & Teare
This afternoon, David Holway, President of the International Brotherhood of Police Officers called for the immediate resignation of both Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold and Police Chief James Teare. The noon press conference was attended by a half dozen representatives of the Anne Arundel County Police Department, union officials, and press. After the [...]
Final Call For Artists
The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues announced today its final call for artwork submissions for The 2012 Artists With Disabilities Art Exhibit. This exhibit, which runs from April 19 to June 15, at the Arundel Center in Annapolis, will feature 25 works of art. It provides an exciting opportunity for county residents with [...]
County Councilman Daryl Jones Charged In Federal Court
The Baltimore Sun’s Nicole Fuller is reporting that Anne Arundel County Councilman Daryl Jones has been charged in Baltimore’s US District Court for failure to file tax returns in 2005. According to The Sun, Jones “willfully” failed to file a return on nearly $250,000 of income. 2005 is the year before Jones was first elected [...]
Candidates’ Forum October 13, 2010
The public can attend a county candidates’ forum presented by the Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues and more than a dozen organizations representing individuals with disabilities. The free candidates’ night will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at the Providence Center Baldwin Industries, 1254 Ritchie Highway, Arnold. Candidates for [...]
Trumbauer Wins After Provisional Count
After the provisional count, Chris Trumbauer still holds the lead in the race for County Council District 6. There are a few straggling absentee ballots to be counted-they arrived after the first canvass, but were postmarked by the election. As it is now, Trumbauer has 3255 votes to Ferrar’s 3212—43 votes. Last week, we crunched [...]
Trumbauer To Beat Ferrar By 39 Votes
Facebook users: Please share this with your friends by clicking the “recommend” button! OK, so here is our “Dewey Defeats Truman” moment. But I think we have a leg up on the Chicago Times thanks to the technological advances and available data today. For those following the District 6 County Council Race, you know it [...]
A Message From Chris Trumbauer
After the first absentee ballot count yesterday, I am very pleased to be up by 50 votes. The second count will occur on Wednesday September 22nd for remaining absentee, military and provisional ballots. Throughout this campaign I have been inspired by the effort of my volunteers and supporters, and I know they are awaiting a [...]
Ferrar Closes Gap Slightly, No Results Expected Today
It looks like we will need to wait until tomorrow to know the outcome of the Anne Arundel County District 6 Council race. 297 absentee ballots were counted today and there are still 227 provisional ballots which need to be authenticated (or not) and counted (or not). But after the absentee count, Ferrar was able [...]
