Tag: Steve Schuh
Caucus of African American Leaders schedules town hall meeting on Annapolis Police Department
The Caucus of African American Leaders held a press conference this morning outside of Annapolis City Hall to announce an October 14th town hall meeting at City Hall to open up discussions about alleged inequities within the Annapolis Police Department. The event will be help from 7pm to 9pm and will be recorded. It is unknown […]
Heroin taskforce releases recommendations to Schuh
County Executive Steve Schuh and Anne Arundel County’s Heroin Action Taskforce today released a Heroin Action Plan to combat the heroin crisis in the county. “This report will provide the blueprint for tackling this crisis over the next decade,” said Schuh. “The final plan focuses on stepping up our efforts to educate our children, treat […]
Schuh, Walker move to repeal ‘Rain Tax’ in Anne Arundel
County Executive Steve Schuh and Council Chairman Jerry Walker today announced a proposal to repeal Anne Arundel County’s stormwater management fee. In addition, Councilman Michael Peroutka will co-sponsor the legislation. “Council Chairman Walker and I understand Anne Arundel working families and small businesses have been burdened with too many high taxes and fees,” said Schuh. […]
5th Annual Black Male Initiative Summit to be held at AACC
Students, faculty, staff and community members focused on helping black male students succeed are invited to attend the Fifth Annual Black Male Initiative Summit on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Anne Arundel Community College. The summit is free and includes dinner and a guest speaker who will discuss pathways and ideas […]
7 County schools establish SADD chapters
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health recently announced that seven County schools have started Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Chapters during the 2014-2015 school year. New chapters are at Arundel High, Mary Moss Academy, Meade High, Meade Middle, Northeast High, St. Mary’s High and South River High. The following schools have continuing chapters: Archbishop Spalding, Broadneck […]
Maryland Day celebrations planned
For the eighth year in a row, Four Rivers: The Heritage Area of Annapolis, London Town and South County is partnering with regional heritage organizations and businesses to showcase the area’s historical, cultural and natural heritage for visitors and residents of all ages. Events and activities will take place throughout the Maryland Day Celebration weekend […]
Schuh declares heroin use a public health emergency
Surrounded by medical professionals, citizens, advocates, and the newly formed Heroin Action Taskforce, County Executive Steve Schuh today announced an executive order declaring a county-wide heroin public health emergency, directing county agencies to use “all best efforts” to eradicate the use of heroin in Anne Arundel County. “While we will not win this war overnight, […]
Council approves Schuh’s nomination for Health Department
County Executive Steve Schuh tonight thanked the Anne Arundel County Council for unanimously consenting to his recommendation for the appointment of Dr. Jinlene Chan as permanent Anne Arundel County Health Officer. “As our county works to address the public health crisis of heroin and opioid addiction, we will be fortunate to have Dr. Jinlene Chan as […]
Schuh announces Director of Social Services recommendation
County Executive Steve Schuh today announced his intention to recommend to the Maryland Secretary of Human Resources the appointment of Carnitra White as Anne Arundel County Director of Social Services. “Carnitra is a skilled professional who will work hard to ensure the best services for our citizens,” said Schuh. “Her unrivaled passion and skill make […]
Commission on Disabilities Issues wins legacy award from Volunteer Center
On November 13, 2014, the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Center and the Coordinators of Volunteers of Anne Arundel County (COVAAC) held a Volunteer Project Hall of Fame Celebration Luncheon at the Blue Dolphin Seafood Bar and Grill in Gambrills, MD. Pamela Jordan, Director of the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities, served as the […]
Schuh appoints Altomare, Graves and Kokolis to top public safety posts
Surrounded by public safety officials from across Anne Arundel County, County Executive-elect Steve Schuh today announced Allan Graves and Tim Altomare as his appointees to head the county fire and police departments. Schuh also announced he will reappoint current Detention Department Superintendent Terry Kokolis to oversee county detention facilities. “Tim, Allan, and Terry understand we […]
Schuh continues reappointments and recommendations
County Executive-elect Steve Schuh today announced his intention to reappoint Anne Arundel County Administrative Hearing Officer Douglas Clark Hollman and Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (AAWDC) President and CEO Kirkland Murray. Schuh also announced he will recommend the appointment of Dr. Jinlene Chan as permanent Anne Arundel County Health Officer. In accordance with state law, […]
Schuh continues to assemble administration with more appointments
County Executive-elect Steve Schuh today announced his intention to reappoint Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks Director Rick Anthony and Grants Administrator and Hispanic and Latino Community Liaison Maria Casasco. “Rick and Maria are dedicated public servants who’ve worked to ensure that our citizens live in the best county in Maryland,” said Schuh. “I’m happy […]
Thank you Laura Neuman
In February of 2013, no one knew who Laura Neuman was. We questioned it as well. Here we are in 2014 and there are still many questions lingering out there. When did she morph from a solid and focused executive into a politician fluent in mudslinging? Does she have a future in elected office or government? […]
Davis and Cox leave large shoes to fill in Anne Arundel
Yesterday, Anne Arundel County Executive Elect Steve Schuh made two personnel moves and informed police chief Kevin Davis and fire chief Michael Cox that they would not be part of the new administration. Schuh’s spokesman said that they were “moving in a different direction” which is akin to “it’s not you, it’s me” in a […]
AACC advisor chosen as national role model for mentoring
[do action=”schuh”/] Leon C. Thomas III, a student success and retention advisor at Anne Arundel Community College, received the 2014 Minority Access Role Model award as a mentor at the Minority Access’ National Role Models Conference Oct. 3-5, in Washington, D.C. Although several national awards were given, Thomas was the sole recipient of the national […]
Schuh gains support of former 2- term Democrat County Executive
[do action=”schuh”/] Anne Arundel County Executive candidate Steve Schuh was endorsed today by former County Executive O. James Lighthizer, Sr. “This election goes beyond partisan issues,” said Lighthizer, a Democrat who served two terms as County Executive from 1982 to 1990. “I supported George Johnson in 2006 because I believed he was the best man […]
Schuh secures endorsements from Capital and Sun newspapers
[do action=”schuh”/] Anne Arundel County Executive candidate Steve Schuh is gaining momentum with endorsements from both major local newspapers, The Baltimore Sun and The Capital. “New development falls outside of the tax cap, and provided that Mr. Schuh can foster economic growth, his plans should work,” the Sun editors write. “And this is where Mr. […]
Schuh leading race in AACC poll
[do action=”schuh”/] Steve Schuh has a commanding lead over his opponent, according to polling released today by Anne Arundel Community College’s Center for the Study of Local Issues. The poll, conducted from October 14-16, found that 40 percent of likely voters support Steve Schuh for County Executive over 26 percent supporting George Johnson. The survey […]
Schuh endorsed by County’s largest labor union
[do action=”schuh”/] Delegate Steve Schuh was endorsed for Anne Arundel County Executive today by AFSCME Local 582 and Local 2563, groups that represent more than 800 County employees. “Steve Schuh understands that in order to continue to provide the excellent services that the citizens of Anne Arundel County expect and deserve, you must hire and […]
Schuh endorsed by Maryland Business for Responsible Governmen
[do action=”schuh”/] Anne Arundel County Executive candidate Steve Schuh was endorsed today by Maryland Business for Responsible Government. “Steve Schuh has earned his stripes in the legislative trenches and has a long, well-established record of voting for a healthy business climate and economy, and against policies that have driven businesses out of our State,” said […]
Graphic Design USA honors AACC again
[do action=”schuh”/] Graphic Design USA honored seven publications designed by Anne Arundel Community College’s Creative Services team with its 2014 American Graphic Design Awards. Graphic Design USA has sponsored national design competitions for more than 50 years, and this year’s competition drew more than 8,000 entries from advertising agencies, graphic design firms, corporations, associations, universities, […]
