Tag: Mayor
Annapolis Passes $95 Million + Budget
On Monday, June 10, Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen and members of the Annapolis City Council adopted the $ 95.6 million operating budget and the $10 million capital budget for FY 2014. As adopted, the FY14 operating budget projects revenues of $99 million, yielding a surplus of $3.4 million across all funds. “This evening the [...]
Joe Budge Selected To Represent Ward 1
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen is pleased to welcome Joe Budge as the newest City Alderman, representing Ward One. Mr. Budge was selected by the Annapolis Democratic Central Committee last night. “Joe is eminently qualified to serve as Ward One Alderman,” Mayor Cohen said. “Ward One has a unique set of challenges, with residential, commercial, [...]
Former Mayoral Candidate Gil Renaut Dies
Former Chairman of the Annapolis Historic Commission and former Mayoral Candidate Gilbert Renaut passed away yesterday afternoon in his home. Renaut was a staunch civic activist who championed for historic preservation and transparency in government. Thee was much speculation that he would be seeking either the Ward One Alderman or Mayor’s seat in the upcoming [...]
LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial – Day 6
Today is the sixth day of testimony, and the first full day of defense arguments, in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold , who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation. The indictment alleged that Leopold used his executive security detail for [...]
LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial – Day 5
Today is the fifth day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold , who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation. The indictment alleged that Leopold used his executive security detail for personal and political gain. He has pleaded not [...]
Retropolitan Opens In West Annapolis
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen and Annapolis Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) President and CEO Lara Fritts are pleased to welcome Retropolitan Fine Antiques and Vintage to Annapolis. Cindi and Caitlin Ryland recently moved Retropolitan Fine Antiques and Vintage from Ellicott City to West Annapolis. A ribbon cutting and grand opening took place at its new location, 14 [...]
LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 4
Today is the fourth day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold , who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation. The indictment alleged that Leopold used his executive security detail for personal and political gain. He has pleaded not [...]
LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 3
Today is the third day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold , who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation. The indictment alleged that Leopold used his executive security detail for personal and political gain. He has pleaded not [...]
LIVE BLOG: The Leopold Trial — Day 2
Today is the second day of testimony in the trial of Anne Arundel County Executive, John R. Leopold , who was indicted in March on four counts of misconduct in office and one count of fraudulent misappropriation. The indictment alleged that Leopold used his executive security detail for personal and political gain. He has pleaded not [...]
Jared Littmann To Be Next Alderman For Ward Five
Tonight, four candidates presented their cases as to why the Annapolis Central Democratic Committee should select them as the next Alderman for Ward Five. By the end of the meeting, Jared Littmann was selected after one round of voting. Littmann is the owner of K&B True Value in the City and a resident of the [...]
Reported Double Shooting In Annapolis’ Robinwood Community
UPDATE 11:16pm 12/12/2012. Annapolis police have confirmed one victim is dead and another is in critical condition. Annapolis and EMS crews are on the scene of a reported double shooting in the 1400 block of Tyler Avenue. The shooting occurred just before 10:00pm. A Maryland State Police helicopter has been called to fly one patient [...]
Introducing Annapolis’ Next Alderman From Ward 5
With the resignation of Mat Silverman from the Annapolis City Council, a vacancy was created. Silverman was elected, yet his successor will be appointed and be able to re-run for the seat as an incumbent. The list of names has been presented to Annapolis Mayor Josh Cohen who plans to swear in the new Alderman in January [...]
Annapolis Political Landscape To Change In 2013 Election
UPDATE: We just heard from Gil Renaut who confirmed that he is in the race and that he has the backing of Alderman Israel. The correction has been made below. With 2013 around the corner it only means one thing–election season in Annapolis. As always, all of the 8 Aldermanic seats will be up for [...]
Local Verizon Store Upgraded
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen and Annapolis Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Lara Fritts were at the Wireless Zone Annapolis store last week for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a recent status upgrade. “Its speaks volumes that, even in today’s economy, Verun and Vani have been able to not only weather this tough economy, [...]
Navy Hockey Coach Fox Wins 100th Victory
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen is pleased to congratulate Hockey Head Coach Michael Fox on a major career milestone. “What an amazing achievement for Coach Fox,” Mayor Josh Cohen said. “I want to congratulate the coach, the assistant coaches, and the players for achieving 100 career victories. Above all, I want to thank Coach Fox [...]
Silverman Resigns From Annapolis City Council
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen accepted Ward Five Alderman Mathew Silverman’s resignation effective December 2, 2012. In a letter to Mayor Cohen, Mr. Silverman explained that new responsibilities associated with his job at the Department of Justice would compromise the amount of time he could devote to his constituents. Mr. Silverman wrote in his letter, [...]
A Preliminary Peek At Annapolis’ New Market House
Eye On Annapolis has learned the plans for the new Market House. While the City will not say, a source close to the project has said that there will be six vendors and that all of the leases are in the process of being signed. The Market House is scheduled to re-open in the spring [...]
Learning To Eat Right At Annapolis Senior Center
Sheryl Hoehner, a registered dietitian and licensed dietitian-nutritionist, will offer seven weight loss and healthy eating classes at the Annapolis Senior Activity Center, 119 S. Villa Ave., Annapolis. Participants will learn ways to lose weight, decrease sodium and increase fiber in diets, and to reduce overindulging during the holidays. Classes will be held from 9:30 [...]
Annapolis Small Business Saturday
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen is proud to announce this year’s Annapolis Business Association’s Small Business Saturday event. Members of the MainStreets Annapolis Partnership (MAP) and Annapolis Business Association (ABA) will be at the City’s Pocket Park, 122 Main Street, to celebrate Small Business Saturday, November 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. “Saturday is [...]
Free Parking In Annapolis
As part of his Economic Development initiative and ongoing efforts to support local business, Mayor Joshua J. Cohen is offering shoppers two hours of free parking in downtown Annapolis through January 1. “In keeping with an Annapolis holiday tradition, I am pleased to announce that we will again be offering two hours of free parking [...]
Sheehy To Be Sponsor Of ABA Holiday Events In Annapolis
The Annapolis Business Association is pleased to announce that Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis will be the premier sponsor this holiday season in downtown Annapolis. “We are so pleased to align ourselves with the ABA during this holiday season. We see this as a fantastic opportunity to support all of the local businesses and give back [...]
Annapolis Prepares For Snowy Winter, Looking For Contractors
In preparation for the upcoming winter, Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen has directed the Department of Public Works to secure additional manpower and equipment to assist City crews in handling major snow events. “Public Works Director David Jarrell is putting together a list of local companies to support City staff and ensure that we are [...]
