Annapolis public meetings in 2022

Finance Committee

The committee will review a budget revision to allocate $5.1 million to various departments to cover anticipated costs from union negotiations. Members will also consider a $5,000 supplemental appropriation for the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network Sub-Grant. The agenda includes updates on capital improvement projects and the finance department.

• $5.1 million fund transfer to various departments for anticipated union negotiation costs
• $5,000 supplemental appropriation for the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network Sub-Grant
• FY 2023 Capital Improvement Projects status update
• Finance Department update from Finance Director Dickinson

The Finance Committee favorably recommended a fund transfer to allocate $5.1M for costs resulting from union negotiations. The committee also recommended a $5,000 police grant for the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network.

• Recommended SA-22-23 for $5,000 Police Grant Fund (voice vote)
• Recommended FT-1-23 to allocate $5.1M for union negotiation costs (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved FC 12.7.22 Regular Meeting Minutes (voice vote)

• Police Grant Fund Appropriation
  $5,000
• Fund Transfer for Union Negotiation Costs
  $5.1M

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee will hold discussions regarding proposed rent control legislation and a plan of action by property managers. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the October 17, 2022, meeting.

• Proposed rent control legislation conversation (ID-237-22)
• Plan of Action by Property Managers (ID-262-22)
• Approval of HHW 10.17.22 Regular Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding workforce housing and the creation of a Rent Stabilization Board. Other items include updates to public ethics laws and floodplain management regulations. The council will also consider changes to residential parking and police department fees.

• O-40-22: Workforce housing as a permitted use in certain residential, commercial, and office districts
• O-50-22: Creation of a Rent Stabilization Board and new rent guidelines
• O-38-22: Reserving temporary handicapped parking spaces in residential areas
• O-33-22: Updates to the City of Annapolis Public Ethics Law
• R-58-22: Amendments to Annapolis Police Department fees

The City Council adopted an amendment to the Floodplain Management Code and approved the FY 2024 budget process timeline. Several ordinances regarding workforce housing and sign regulations were postponed. The city also received a $580,000 check from the Annapolis Boat Shows.

• Adopted O-51-22 Floodplain Management code amendment (9-0)
• Approved R-59-22 FY 2024 budget process timeline (9-0)
• Approved R-58-22 amendments to Annapolis Police Department fees (9-0)
• Adopted O-31-22 community grant program requirements on second reader (voice vote)
• Adopted O-55-22 sediment control inspections on first reader (voice vote)
• Adopted O-57-22 residential district code correction on first reader (voice vote)
• Adopted R-61-22 Tourism Industry Reception special event designation (voice vote)
• Postponed O-40-22 workforce housing public hearing until Jan 9, 2023 (6-3)

• Workforce Housing - Permitted Use in Residential, Commercial, Office and Mixed Use Districts — introduced
• Floodplain Management Code Amendment — introduced
• Sign Regulations - Shopping Center Sign Requirements — introduced
• Sediment Control Inspections Process, Fees, and Milestone Inspections — introduced
• Vehicles and Traffic - Reserved Handicapped Parking Spaces — introduced

Environmental Matters Committee

The committee will review an ordinance regarding turtle-friendly curbs in environmentally critical areas. The agenda also includes an appointment to the Environmental Commission and updates on resilience and sustainability.

• Ordinance O-52-22 regarding turtle-friendly curbs in environmentally critical areas
• Appointment of Janis to the Environmental Commission (AP-71-22)
• Environmental Commission update
• Resilience & Sustainability update

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended the appointment of Jenny Janis to the Environmental Commission. A proposed ordinance regarding turtle-friendly curbs was postponed to a future meeting.

• Recommended appointment of Jenny Janis to the Environmental Commission (voice vote)
• Postponed O-52-22 regarding turtle-friendly curbs until January 12, 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from the November 10, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

• Streets - Turtle-friendly Curbs — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review an ordinance requiring proof of non-profit status for all recipients of City community grant funds. The committee will also consider amendments to the FY 2023 fees schedule regarding police department fees and a timeline for the FY 2024 budget process. Additionally, the Public Works Director will provide a status update on the FY 2023 Capital Budget.

• Ordinance O-31-22: Requiring proof of non-profit status for community grant recipients
• Resolution R-58-22: Amending Annapolis Police Department fees in the FY 2023 schedule
• Resolution R-59-22: Approving the budget development timeline for Fiscal Year 2024
• Status update on the FY 2023 Capital Budget

The Finance Committee favorably recommended three items: an ordinance regarding community grant requirements, a resolution amending police department fees, and the FY 2024 budget process timeline. The committee also received a status update on FY 2023 Capital Improvement Projects from the Public Works Director.

• Recommended O-31-22 regarding Annapolis Community Grant Program requirements (voice vote)
• Recommended R-58-22 amending Annapolis Police Department fees (voice vote)
• Recommended R-59-22 approving the FY 2024 budget process timeline (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from 11.16.22 regular meeting (voice vote)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider an ordinance regarding temporary assigned handicapped parking spaces in residential areas. The committee will also review amendments to the Annapolis Police Department fee schedule for fiscal year 2023.

• Ordinance O-38-22: Reserving temporary assigned handicapped parking spaces in residential areas
• Resolution R-58-22: Amendments to Annapolis Police Department fees for FY 2023
• Approval of October 27, 2022, meeting minutes

The Public Safety Committee voted to favorably recommend an ordinance regarding temporary assigned handicapped parking in residential areas. The committee also recommended favorable action on a resolution to amend Annapolis Police Department fees for the FY 2023 schedule.

• Recommended O-38-22 (handicapped parking spaces) favorably (voice vote)
• Recommended R-58-22 (FY 2023 Police Department fees) favorably (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved PSC 10.27.22 meeting minutes (voice vote)

• Vehicles and Traffic - Stopping, Standing and Parking - Parking Spaces Reserved — introduced

Rules and City Government Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for certain capital improvement contracts. The agenda also includes reviewing the Fiscal Year 2024 budget development timeline and discussing rental assistance program policies.

• Ordinance O-25-22 regarding prevailing wage and local hiring for capital improvement contracts
• Resolution R-59-22 establishing the Fiscal Year 2024 budget process timeline
• Discussion of Rental Assistance Program Policies and Procedures (ID-259-22)

The committee approved seven amendments to Ordinance O-25-22 regarding prevailing wage and local hiring for capital improvement contracts. It also recommended a budget process timeline for Fiscal Year 2024. Action on rental assistance program policies was postponed.

• Approved Amendments #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 to Ordinance O-25-22 (voice vote)
• Approved Amendment #2 to Ordinance O-25-22 (voice vote)
• Recommended R-59-22 Budget Process Timeline for Fiscal Year 2024 favorably (voice vote)
• Postponed action on ID-259-22 Rental Assistance Program Policies and Procedures until January 6, 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (voice vote)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of 11.4.22 (voice vote)

• Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring for Capital Improvement Contracts — introduced

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including proposed rent guidelines and updated ethics laws. The meeting also includes a $450,000 appropriation for traffic signal rehabilitation. Additionally, the council will hear public comments on turtle-friendly curb requirements.

• Creation of a Rent Stabilization Board and new rent guidelines (O-50-22)
• $450,000 transfer for traffic signal rehabilitation (SA-19-23)
• Public hearing on turtle-friendly curbs in environmentally critical areas (O-52-22)
• Updates to the Annapolis Transit Agency Safety Plan (R-60-22)
• Appointments to the Recreation Advisory Board and Audit Committee

The City Council approved a supplemental appropriation for traffic signal construction and confirmed two board appointments. Several ordinances regarding ethics, rent guidelines, and floodplain management were introduced on first reader. The council also adopted an updated transit agency safety plan.

• Approved $450,000 for traffic signal rehabilitation (6-3)
• Confirmed Jacob Lipp to the Recreation Advisory Board (voice vote)
• Confirmed Anne Marie Baker to the Audit Committee (voice vote)
• Adopted updated Annapolis Transit Agency Safety Plan (8-0-1)
• Adopted O-33-22 (Public Ethics Law) on first reader (voice vote)
• Adopted O-50-22 (Rent Guidelines) on first reader (voice vote)
• Adopted O-51-22 (Floodplain Management) on first reader (voice vote)
• Postponed O-11-22 (B1 District Special Exceptions) for 60 days (voice vote)

• Construction (traffic Signal Rehabilitation)
  $450,000
• Streets - Turtle-friendly Curbs
• Landlord And Tenant Relations - Rent Guidelines
• Floodplain Management - Amending the Floodplain Management Code
• Sign Regulations - Shopping Center Sign Requirements
• Standard Restaurants - B1 District Special Exceptions

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will host a presentation from Anne Arundel County Public Schools officials. The session includes the school system's Superintendent and Board of Education President. This is a work session where the public may attend but cannot speak or comment.

• Presentation by Dr. Mark Bedell and Dr. Joanna Bache Tobin

Economic Matters Committee

The Economic Matters Committee will review the minutes from its September 21, 2022, meeting. The committee will also consider the appointment of Jacob Lipp to the Recreation Advisory Board.

• Appointment of Jacob Lipp to the Recreation Advisory Board (AP-65-22)
• Approval of September 21, 2022, meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review Ordinance O-31-22, which proposes new requirements for recipients of City community grant funds. The ordinance includes mandates for proof of non-profit status and updated definitions for grantees. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting.

• Ordinance O-31-22 regarding Annapolis Community Grant Program requirements
• Approval of November 2, 2022, Finance Committee meeting minutes

The Finance Committee postponed a vote on Ordinance O-31-22 regarding the Annapolis Community Grant Program pending legal advice. The committee also received a presentation on City Dock Resiliency.

• Approved agenda and addition of City Dock Resiliency presentation (voice vote)
• Approved FC 11.2.22 Regular Meeting Minutes (voice vote)
• Postponed O-31-22 regarding community grant program requirements (voice vote)

City Council

The council will review supplemental appropriations for city security, traffic signals, and fleet replacement. Legislative items include an ordinance for turtle-friendly curbs and the authorization of up to $26 million in bonds. They will also consider changes to police fees and the Harbormaster's reporting structure.

• Authorization of up to $26,000,000 in general obligation bonds and notes (O-46-22)
• $500,000 appropriation for City Facility Security (SA-17-23)
• $450,000 appropriation for traffic signal rehabilitation (SA-19-23)
• Ordinance requiring turtle-friendly curbs in environmentally critical areas (O-52-22)
• $258,500 appropriation for fleet replacement (SA-18-23)

The City Council approved the issuance of general obligation bonds and notes up to $26 million to finance and refinance public purposes. The council also updated the reporting structure for the Harbormaster and approved several supplemental appropriations for city facilities and fleet replacement.

• Approved issuance of general obligation bonds and notes up to $26M (9-0)
• Approved O-39-22 changing Harbormaster reporting to Deputy City Manager for Resiliency and Sustainability (9-0)
• Approved $500,000 for City Facility Security (SA-17-23)
• Approved $258,500 for Fleet Capital Outlay (SA-18-23)
• Approved $239,800 for CNI Grant contract services (SA-21-23)
• Approved $7,500 and $1,000 supplemental appropriations for Mayor's Office supplies
• Designated Military Bowl Parade and Football Game as a Major Special Event (7-1-1)
• Postponed $450,000 traffic signal rehabilitation appropriation (SA-19-23) to Nov 28

• Transfer of funds for City Facility Security construction
  $500,000
• Transfer of funds for Fleet Replacement
  $258,500
• Transfer of funds for Traffic Signal Rehabilitation
  $450,000
• Transfer of funds for CNI Grant Contract Services
  $239,800
• Streets - Turtle-friendly Curbs
• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes
  $26.0M

Environmental Matters Committee

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended the appointment of Mathieu to the Environmental Commission. The committee postponed a separate appointment for Janis until the next meeting. Staff provided updates on city environmental issues and public facilities.

• Recommended favorably AP-72-22 Appointment to Environmental Commission - Mathieu (voice vote)
• Postponed AP-71-22 Appointment to the Environmental Commission - Janis (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes ENV 9.22.22 (voice vote)

Rules and City Government Committee

The Rules and City Government Committee is reviewing several legislative items, including a charter amendment to expand the Board of Supervisors of Elections. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding local hiring for capital contracts and changes to Harbormaster reporting structure.

• Expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members (CA-2-22)
• Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts (O-25-22)
• Changing Harbormaster reporting structure to the Deputy City Manager (O-39-22)
• Requiring staff reports on charter amendments, ordinances, and resolutions (O-41-22)
• Authorizing a parking fee-in-lieu for certain businesses (O-49-22)

The committee recommended favorable action on ordinances regarding staff report requirements and the Harbormaster's reporting structure. Several other items, including a charter amendment for the Board of Supervisors of Elections and a prevailing wage ordinance, were postponed.

• Recommended favorably O-39-22 to change Harbormaster reporting to the Deputy City Manager for Resiliency and Sustainability (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably O-41-22 to require staff reports on legislation by the date of introduction (voice vote)
• Postponed CA-2-22 regarding expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections to five members (voice vote)
• Postponed O-25-22 regarding prevailing wage and local hiring provisions (voice vote)
• Postponed O-49-22 regarding parking fee-in-lieu of off-street parking requirements (voice vote)
• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved RCG 10.7.2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

• Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring - Capital Improvement Contracts — introduced
• Parking and Loading Regulations - Parking fee-in-lieu of meeting off-street parking requirements — introduced

Finance Committee

The Annapolis Finance Committee will review several supplemental appropriations and proposed ordinances. These include bond issuances, community grant requirements, and updates to the city fees schedule.

• Authorization of up to $26,000,000 in general obligation bonds and notes
• New non-profit status proof for community grant recipients
• $500,000 transfer for city facility security construction
• $450,000 transfer for traffic signal rehabilitation
• Correction to the Fiscal Year 2023 Fees Schedule

The committee favorably recommended an ordinance to issue up to $26 million in general obligation bonds and bond anticipation notes. It also approved six supplemental appropriations for city facilities, fleet, and grants, and recommended a correction to the FY 2023 Fees Schedule.

• Recommended favorably O-46-22 to issue up to $26M in general obligation bonds and notes (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-17-23 for $500,000 for City Facility Security (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-19-23 for $450,000 for traffic signal rehabilitation (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-18-23 for $258,500 for fleet capital outlay (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-21-23 for $239,800 for CNI Grant contract services (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-16-23 for $7,500 in supplies via charitable contribution (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably SA-20-23 for $1,000 in supplies via charitable contribution (voice vote)
• Postponed O-31-22 regarding community grant program requirements (voice vote)

• Construction (City Facility Security)
  $500,000
• Fleet Capital Outlay
  $258,500
• Construction (traffic Signal Rehabilitation)
  $450,000
• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes
  $26.0M

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review two ordinances regarding vehicle and traffic regulations. One proposal concerns temporary assigned handicapped parking spaces in residential areas. Another addresses guest parking passes for seasonal City property owners.

• Ordinance O-38-22: Temporary assigned handicapped parking in residential areas
• Ordinance O-47-22: Guest parking passes for seasonal City property owners
• Approval of September 28, 2022, special meeting minutes

The committee postponed legislation regarding temporary assigned handicapped parking and guest parking passes for seasonal residents. No other substantive legislative actions were taken.

• Postponed O-38-22 regarding temporary assigned handicapped parking until the next meeting
• Postponed O-47-22 regarding nonresident parking permits and temporary passes for 60 days
• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved PSC 9.28.22 Special Meeting Minutes (voice vote)

• O-38-22 Vehicles and Traffic - Stopping, Standing and Parking - Parking Spaces Reserved for temporary assigned handicapp — introduced
• O-47-22 Vehicles and Traffic - Special Residential Parking Districts - Nonresident Parking Permits & Temporary Passes — introduced

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include authorizing up to $26,000,000 in bonds and discussing changes to off-street parking requirements for food establishments. The council will also review an emergency action regarding the Rocky Gorge Development project.

• Authorization of general obligation bonds and notes not exceeding $26,000,000 (O-46-22)
• Elimination of off-street parking requirements for bars, taverns, and restaurants (O-9-22)
• Emergency stop work order for the Aris T. Allen Boulevard project at Rocky Gorge Development (R-50-22)
• Establishment of a non-maritime use fee for waterfront property (R-54-22)
• $575 supplemental appropriation for the Office of Emergency Management (SA-15-23)

The City Council approved extending the restaurant parking lot outdoor dining pilot program for six months (8-1) and confirmed Markus G. Moore as Director of Transportation (9-0). The council also authorized a City Dock holiday market with itinerant merchant sales and established a fee for non-maritime use of waterfront property. Several items were postponed, including a resolution on the Rocky Gorge Development and an off-street parking ordinance for food establishments.

• Adopted R-30-22 extending outdoor dining pilot program for six months (8-1)
• Confirmed Markus G. Moore as Director of Transportation (9-0)
• Adopted R-54-22 establishing non-maritime use fee on waterfront property, as amended (9-0)
• Authorized City Dock Holiday Market with itinerant merchant sales in Historic District (9-0)
• Postponed O-9-22 off-street parking requirements for food establishments indefinitely
• Postponed R-50-22 Rocky Gorge Development emergency action indefinitely
• Postponed R-41-22 Military Bowl Parade resolution until November 14, 2022
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $575 for Emergency Management Performance Grant (unanimous)

• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes — introduced
  $26.0M
• Parking and Loading Regulations - Parking fee-in-lieu of meeting off-street parking requirements — introduced
• Restaurant Parking Lot Usage Pilot Program Extension for Outdoor Dining — introduced

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation from the Ward Boundary and Redistricting Commission. Members of the public may attend the meeting but will not have the opportunity to speak or provide comments.

• Ward Boundary and Redistricting Commission presentation (ID-113-22)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing legislation to designate the Military Bowl Parade and Football Game as a Major Special Event. The committee will also consider establishing a fee for non-maritime use of waterfront property. Additionally, a supplemental appropriation for emergency management grants is on the agenda.

• Designation of Military Bowl Parade and Football Game as a Major Special Event (R-41-22)
• Establishment of a fee for non-maritime use of waterfront property (R-54-22)
• $575.00 supplemental appropriation for the Emergency Management Performance Grant (SA-15-23)

• Non-maritime Use Fee on Waterfront Property per City Zoning Code — introduced

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee will continue discussions with property owners. The meeting includes presentations regarding Admiral Oaks and Woodside Gardens. Members will also hold a conversation about proposed rent control legislation.

• Presentation on ID-235-22 involving Enterprise Residential, LLC (Admiral Oaks) and Fairstead Management NY, LLC (Woodside Gardens)
• Conversation regarding proposed rent control legislation (ID-237-22)
• Approval of minutes from the September 29, 2022, special meeting

• Enterprise Residential, LLC (Admiral Oaks) & Fairstead Management NY, LLC (Woodside Gardens)
• Proposed RENT CONTROL LEGISLATION CONVERSATION

City Council

The City Council will hold a special work session featuring presentations on coastal flooding history and hazard mitigation planning. The meeting includes updates on the process for reimagining City Dock and secured grant funding for the project. Members of the public may attend, but there is no opportunity for public comment during this session.

• Presentation on History of Coastal Flooding in Annapolis (ID-214-22)
• Update on the process of Reimagining City Dock (ID-215-22)
• Report on Grant Funding Secured for City Dock (ID-216-22)
• Presentation on Hazard Mitigation Planning (ID-217-22)
• Reflections from the Netherlands regarding infrastructure (ID-218-22)

City Council

The City Council will review several legislative actions, including a proposal to authorize up to $26 million in general obligation bonds. The agenda also includes land acquisitions for Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park and Gateway Park. Additionally, the council will consider changes to parking regulations and various appointments.

• Authorization of up to $26,000,000 in general obligation bonds (O-46-22)
• $500,000 for land acquisition at Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park (SA-13-23)
• Eliminating off-street parking requirements for food establishments (O-9-22)
• Authorization of the City Dock Holiday Market event (R-56-22)
• $850,000 for parking contract services (SA-10-23)

The Annapolis City Council approved three Stanton Center lease agreements (O-19-22, O-22-22, O-23-22) on final reading, and advanced a $26 million general obligation bond ordinance on first reader. Several supplemental appropriations were approved, including $850,000 for City Dock resilience and $500,000 for Elktonia/Carr's Beach land acquisition. The council also confirmed four board appointments and postponed several items, including the off-street parking requirements for food establishments and the nonresident parking permits ordinance.

• Approved Stanton Center leases with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corp., Annapolis Arts District, Inc., and We Care And Friends, Inc. (8-0)
• Adopted O-46-22 authorizing up to $26M general obligation bonds on first reader
• Approved SA-10-23: $850,000 transfer for City Dock resilience parking contract services
• Approved SA-13-23: $500,000 bond-funded land acquisition for Elktonia/Carr's Beach Park
• Approved SA-12-23: $10,700 for Annapolis Gateway Park land acquisition
• Approved SA-14-23: $50,000 for DPW engineering and construction contractual services
• Confirmed appointments of C. Ryan Chitwood, Linda Mundy, Catheryn Moody, and Rachel Carr to various boards
• Postponed O-9-22 (off-street parking for food establishments) and O-47-22 (nonresident parking permits) to later dates

• Land Acquisition (Annapolis Gateway Park)
  Annapolis Gateway Park · $10,700
• Parking Contract Services
  $850,000
• Land Acquisition (Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park)
  Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park · $500,000
• City Dock Holiday Market and Itinerant Merchant Sales in the Historic District
  Historic District
• Special Residential Parking Districts - Nonresident Parking Permits & Temporary Passes

Rules and City Government Committee

The committee is reviewing a charter amendment to increase the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members. The agenda also includes discussions on eliminating off-street parking requirements for certain food establishments and establishing local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts.

• Charter Amendment CA-2-22: Expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members
• Ordinance O-9-22: Eliminating off-street parking requirements for bars, taverns, and restaurants
• Ordinance O-25-22: Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for specific capital improvement contracts

The Rules & City Government Committee recommended favorably O-9-22, which eliminates off-street parking requirements for bars, taverns, delicatessens, restaurants, and social clubs, with an amendment requiring businesses using parking spaces for outdoor dining to pay a fee. The committee postponed a charter amendment to expand the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members until the next meeting. No action was taken on O-25-22 regarding prevailing wage and local hiring.

• Recommended favorably O-9-22 with amendment #2 (voice vote)
• Postponed CA-2-22 to 11.4.22 (voice vote)
• Postponed O-9-22 to 11.4.22 (voice vote)
• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Recommended favorably RCG 9.16.22 special meeting minutes (voice vote)

• Off-Street Parking Requirements - Food Establishments — introduced
• Revenue and Finance - Purchasing and Procurement - Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss an ordinance establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for certain capital improvement contracts. The committee will also review several supplemental appropriations involving grants and land acquisitions.

• Ordinance O-25-22 regarding prevailing wage and local hiring provisions
• Resolution R-54-22 establishing a fee for non-maritime use of waterfront property
• $850,000 transfer to CIP & Parking Department for parking contract services
• $500,000 bond allocation for Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park land acquisition
• $60,200 HUD grant for Planning and Zoning

The Finance Committee voted to reconsider and then defeated O-25-22, which would have established prevailing wage and local hiring requirements for capital improvement contracts. The committee also approved five supplemental appropriations, including funds for land acquisition at Annapolis Gateway Park and Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park, and postponed a resolution on non-maritime use fees for waterfront property.

• Defeated O-25-22 (prevailing wage and local hiring ordinance) on voice vote after reconsideration
• Approved SA-12-23: $21,400 for land acquisition at Annapolis Gateway Park
• Approved SA-13-23: $500,000 for land acquisition at Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park
• Approved SA-9-23: $30,000 grant from ABIM Foundation
• Approved SA-10-23: $850,000 transfer for City Dock resilience parking services
• Approved SA-11-23: $60,200 federal grant for Planning and Zoning
• Approved SA-14-23 (details not specified in minutes)
• Postponed R-54-22 (non-maritime use fee on waterfront property) until next meeting

• Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts — introduced
• Non-maritime Use Fee on Waterfront Property per City Zoning Code — introduced
• Parking Contract Services
  $850,000
• Land Acquisition (Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park)
  Elktonia/Carr’s Beach Park · $500,000

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The committee will review the first reading of ordinance O-40-22, which establishes standards for workforce housing in residential, commercial, office, and mixed-use districts. The agenda also includes presentations on workforce housing and property owners, as well as several commission appointments.

• Ordinance O-40-22: Establishing standards for workforce housing in various city districts
• Appointment of Linda Mundy to the Human Relations Commission
• Appointment of Catheryn Moody to the Human Relations Commission
• Appointment of Rachel Carr to the Education Commission
• Presentation on Workforce Housing by the Planning Commission

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee recommended favorably O-40-22, a workforce housing ordinance, and three appointments to city commissions. The committee also voted to request the City Clerk to issue summonses for a future meeting.

• Approved minutes of the September 20, 2022 special meeting.
• Recommended favorably AP-67-22, appointment of Linda Mundy to the Human Relations Commission.
• Recommended favorably AP-68-22, appointment of Catheryn Moody to the Human Relations Commission.
• Recommended favorably AP-69-22, appointment of Rachel Carr to the Education Commission.
• Moved to request the City Clerk to inform the Office of Law of requests for summonses to be sent prior to the October 19, 2022 meeting.
• Recommended O-40-22 favorably with amendments, allowing workforce housing as a permitted use in certain districts.

• Workforce Housing - allowing workforce housing as a permitted use in certain districts — introduced

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review Ordinance O-38-22 at its first reading. This ordinance addresses vehicles and traffic, specifically regarding the reservation of temporary handicapped parking spaces in residential areas. The committee will also approve minutes from previous special meetings.

• Ordinance O-38-22: Temporary reserved handicapped parking in residential areas
• Approval of minutes for June 7, 2022, and July 21, 2022, special meetings

• Vehicles and Traffic - Stopping, Standing and Parking - Parking Spaces Reserved — introduced

Environmental Matters Committee

The Environmental Matters Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the waiver of late water billing penalties. The committee will also review a resolution to waive permit fees for specific watershed restoration projects. Presentations are scheduled regarding planning, zoning, and erosion control.

• Ordinance O-27-22: Allowing the Finance Director to waive certain late water service penalties
• Resolution R-32-22: Waiving permit fees for Chesapeake Bay Trust/Anne Arundel County watershed projects
• ID-188-22: Planning and Zoning developmental update
• ID-189-22: Update on the City’s Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) Program

The Environmental Matters Committee voted to recommend favorably a resolution (R-32-22) that would waive permit fees for Chesapeake Bay Trust watershed restoration projects. The committee also recommended favorably an ordinance (O-27-22) allowing the Finance Director to waive certain late utility penalties. Both items now go to the full City Council for consideration.

• Recommended favorably R-32-22 (Chesapeake Bay Trust permit fee waiver) (2-0-1)
• Recommended favorably O-27-22 (waiving late utility penalties) (3-0)
• Approved agenda on voice vote
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 regular meeting on voice vote

• Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT)/Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis Watershed Restoration Grant Program Permit Fees Wai — introduced

Economic Matters Committee

The Economic Matters Committee will consider appointments to the Recreation Advisory Board and the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. The committee will also receive updates regarding the Downtown Partnership and economic development.

• Appointment of Jacob Lipp to the Recreation Advisory Board (AP-65-22)
• Appointment of C. Ryan Chitwood to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (AP-66-22)
• Downtown Partnership update (ID-204-22)
• Update from Economic Development Manager Stephen Rice
• Update from Small and Minority Business Enterprise Liaison Hope Stewart

The Economic Matters Committee recommended C. Ryan Chitwood for appointment to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and postponed Jacob Lipp's appointment to the Recreation Advisory Board until the next meeting. The committee also heard updates from the Downtown Partnership and the Economic Development Manager but took no action on those items.

• Approved agenda on voice vote
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes on voice vote
• Postponed AP-65-22 (Jacob Lipp to Recreation Advisory Board) until next meeting on voice vote
• Recommended favorably AP-66-22 (C. Ryan Chitwood to Alcoholic Beverage Control Board) on voice vote

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review ordinances regarding capital improvement contracts and utility fees. The committee will consider new provisions for prevailing wages and local hiring requirements. Additionally, members will discuss allowing the Finance Director to waive certain late water service penalties.

• Ordinance O-25-22: Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts
• Ordinance O-27-22: Allowing the Finance Director to waive certain late water service penalties
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend O-27-22, which allows the Finance Director to waive certain late utility penalties. The committee also deferred O-25-22, which would establish prevailing wage and local hiring requirements for capital improvement contracts, to a future meeting.

• Recommended favorably O-27-22 (waiving late utility penalties) (3-0)
• Deferred O-25-22 (prevailing wage and local hiring) (3-0)

• Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring for capital improvement contracts — introduced

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The committee will review an ordinance regarding workforce housing standards in various city districts. It will also consider four separate lease agreements for property at the Stanton Community Center.

• Ordinance O-40-22 regarding workforce housing standards
• Lease agreement with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation
• Lease agreement with Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC
• Lease agreement with Annapolis Arts District, Inc.
• Lease agreement with We Care And Friends, Inc.

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee voted 2-0 to recommend approval of four lease agreements for the Stanton Community Center with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation, Luminis Health Community Clinics, Annapolis Arts District, Inc., and We Care And Friends, Inc. The committee also voted 2-0 to postpone action on workforce housing ordinance O-40-22 until a special meeting on September 29, 2022. The meeting included public testimony and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Recommended favorably O-19-22 (Stanton Center lease with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) (2-0)
• Recommended favorably O-20-22 (Stanton Center lease with Luminis Health Community Clinics) (2-0)
• Recommended favorably O-22-22 (Stanton Center lease with Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) (2-0)
• Recommended favorably O-23-22 (Stanton Center lease with We Care And Friends, Inc.) (2-0)
• Postponed O-40-22 (Workforce Housing) until special meeting on September 29, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved special meeting minutes of June 29, 2022 (2-0)

• Workforce Housing standards and permitted use — introduced
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections and establishing local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts. The agenda also includes first readings for lease agreements at the Stanton Community Center.

• Expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members
• Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts
• Lease agreements for 92 West Washington Street (Stanton Community Center)
• Reserving temporary handicapped parking spaces in residential areas
• Designating Tolson Street Park and Tucker Street Park as Mini-Parks

The City Council approved two leases for the Stanton Community Center — one with Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency and one with Street Angel Project — and adopted resolutions creating a new mini-park at Tolson Street and Tucker Street. A resolution opposing a golf course at Greenbury Point Conservation Area was defeated 5-3. The council also postponed a resolution on non-maritime use fees and a second reading of an ordinance on restaurant special exceptions.

• Approved O-18-22 Stanton Center lease with Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency (7-0, 2 out of room)
• Approved O-21-22 Stanton Center lease with Street Angel Project (7-0, 2 out of room)
• Adopted R-47-22 designating Tolson Street Park as a mini-park (9-0)
• Adopted R-48-22 designating Tucker Street Park as a mini-park (9-0)
• Adopted R-52-22 as amended to create a task force to study municipal election laws (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Defeated R-55-22 opposing Greenbury Point golf course development (3-5, 1 abstain)
• Postponed R-54-22 on non-maritime use fees until October 24, 2022
• Postponed O-11-22 on restaurant special exceptions for 60 days

• Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring for capital improvement contracts — introduced
• Reserved handicapped parking spaces in residential areas — introduced
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Street Angel Project, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• City Dock Holiday Market and Itinerant Merchant Sales in the Historic District — introduced
  Historic District, Annapolis
• Standard Restaurants - B1 District Special Exceptions — introduced
  B1 District
• Tolson Street Park designation — introduced
  northeast end of Tolson Street
• Tucker Street Park designation — introduced
  northeast end of Tucker Street

Rules and City Government Committee

The Rules and City Government Committee is reviewing several ordinances and lease agreements. Proposed items include eliminating off-street parking requirements for certain food businesses and extending time in metered spaces. The committee will also consider multiple leases for the Stanton Community Center.

• Ordinance to eliminate off-street parking requirements for bars, taverns, and restaurants
• Lease agreements for various organizations at 92 West Washington Street
• Proposal to extend time allowed in metered parking spaces
• Changes to Assistant City Manager salary and temporary employee terms
• Appointments to the Arts in Public Places Commission, Board of Appeals, and Ethics Commission

The Rules and City Government Committee recommended approval of six ordinances, including four Stanton Center leases and a salary adjustment for city staff, and postponed a bill to eliminate off-street parking requirements for food establishments. Three appointments to city boards were also recommended favorably.

• Recommended favorably AP-62-22: Lyn Farrow to Arts in Public Places Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-63-22: Robert Hector III to Board of Appeals (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-64-22: Phillip Chambers to Ethics Commission (3-0)
• Postponed O-9-22: Off-street parking requirements for food establishments (2-1)
• Recommended favorably O-19-22: Stanton Center lease with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corp (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-20-22: Stanton Center lease with Luminis Health Community Clinics (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-22-22: Stanton Center lease with Annapolis Arts District (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-23-22: Stanton Center lease with We Care And Friends (3-0)

• Off-Street Parking Requirements - Food Establishments — introduced
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation from the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA). The presentation covers HACA's quarterly report. While the public is encouraged to attend, there is no opportunity for public comment during this session.

• Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA) Quarterly Report presentation

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss updates regarding Anne Arundel County school transportation and a report on the Ridgely Avenue sidewalk. The committee will also receive an update from the Transportation Board Chair.

• Anne Arundel County School Transportation update (ID-197-22)
• Ridgely Avenue Sidewalk Report (ID-198-22)
• Update from Transportation Board Chair Kurt Riegel

City Council

The City Council will review several legislative proposals, including the authorization of up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds. Other items include expanding the Board of Supervisors of Elections and establishing local hiring provisions for capital improvement contracts. The agenda also includes supplemental appropriations for police grants and vehicle fleet replacement.

• Authorization of up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds (O-43-22)
• Expansion of the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members (CA-2-22)
• Establishing prevailing wage and local hiring provisions for capital contracts (O-25-22)
• $800,000 transfer to the Fleet Replacement Fund (SA-7-23)
• Resolution opposing a golf course at Greenbury Point Conservation Area (R-55-22)

The City Council approved a $32.6 million general obligation bond issuance for capital projects and adopted O-42-22 on third reader, amending the definition of sidewalk cafés to include leased public street areas. The council also approved supplemental appropriations including $800,000 for fleet replacement and $262,858 for a police grant, and advanced several first-reader items including a charter amendment to expand the Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members.

• Approved O-43-22 authorizing up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds and bond anticipation notes for capital projects (7-0 roll call).
• Adopted O-42-22 on third reader, amending sidewalk café definitions to allow leased public street areas (7-0 roll call).
• Approved SA-7-23 transferring $800,000 from General Fund capital reserve to Fleet Replacement Fund (voice vote).
• Approved SA-8-23 accepting $262,858 state grant for the Annapolis Police Department (voice vote).
• Approved SA-6-23 accepting $68,000 state transportation grant (voice vote).
• Adopted CA-2-22 on first reader to expand Board of Supervisors of Elections from three to five members (voice vote).
• Adopted R-55-22 on first reader opposing development of Greenbury Point Conservation Area into a golf course (voice vote).
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from July 11 and July 25, 2022, and the proposed 2023 council meeting schedule (7-0).

• Prevailing Wage and Local Hiring for Capital Improvement Contracts — introduced
• Tolson Street Park Designation — introduced
  Tolson Street
• Tucker Street Park Designation — introduced
  Tucker Street
• Non-maritime Use Fee on Waterfront Property — introduced
• Opposition to Greenbury Point Golf Course Development — introduced
  Greenbury Point Conservation Area
• Street Café Definition Clarification — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review ordinances regarding city staff salaries and street café definitions. The committee is also considering the issuance of bonds for capital projects.

• Authorization of general obligation bonds up to $32,643,771
• Ordinance O-32-22 regarding assistant city manager salary and new staff positions
• Ordinance O-42-22 to clarify the definition of street cafés
• Supplemental appropriation for a $7,500 charitable contribution

The Finance Committee voted to recommend favorably four supplemental appropriations (SA-5-23 through SA-8-23) totaling over $1.1 million, including $800,000 for a pumper fleet vehicle replacement and $262,858 for a police PACT grant. The committee also recommended three ordinances: O-32-22 modifying exempt service salaries, O-42-22 clarifying street café definitions, and O-43-22 authorizing up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds and bond anticipation notes. All recommendations were approved with varying vote tallies; O-32-22 passed 2-1 with Chairwoman Tierney dissenting.

• Recommended favorably SA-5-23: $7,500 charitable contribution from Rodney Barnes (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-6-23: $68,000 state grant for transportation automatic vehicle location system (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-7-23: $800,000 transfer for pumper fleet vehicle replacement (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-8-23: $262,858 PACT grant for police accountability and body-worn camera reviewer (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-32-22: modify exempt service salaries and create special projects position (2-1)
• Recommended favorably O-42-22: clarify street café definition (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-43-22: authorize up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds and bond anticipation notes (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)

• Clarifying the definition of street cafés — introduced
• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes — introduced
  $32.6M

City Council

The Annapolis City Council is holding a special work session to discuss a Community Safety Works Grant. The discussion involves private security guards through the Downtown Annapolis Partnership. No public comment will be permitted during this session.

• $90,000 Community Safety Works Grant (ID-175-22) for private security guards

Transportation Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding BirdBikeshare (ID-155-22). Discussions will also include the Transportation Committee’s top five projects for the year and an update from the Transportation Board Chair.

• Presentation: BirdBikeshare (ID-155-22)
• Discussion: Transportation Committee’s Top 5 Projects for the Year (ID-184-22)
• Update from Transportation Board Chair Kurt Riegel
• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 and June 8, 2022

The Annapolis Transportation Committee met in a special session and approved the minutes from its April 13 and June 8 regular meetings. The committee also heard a presentation on Bird bikeshare and discussed its top five projects for the year, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved minutes for April 13, 2022 regular meeting (2-0)
• Approved minutes for June 8, 2022 regular meeting (2-0)

City Council

The Council is reviewing ordinances to eliminate off-street parking for food establishments and regulate medical cannabis dispensaries. The agenda also includes grant appropriations and the authorization of general obligation bonds.

• Ordinance to eliminate off-street parking requirements for food establishments
• Authorization of up to $32,643,771 in general obligation bonds and notes
• Regulation of medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts
• $210,000 appropriation for the Carr’s Beach Capital Project
• Emergency action regarding development at Parkeside Preserve and Rocky Gorge

The Annapolis City Council held a special meeting on July 25, 2022, and approved several ordinances and resolutions. The most significant action was the final approval of O-6-22, allowing medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts, with amendments including a one-mile separation requirement and a mandate for naloxone dispensing machines. The council also approved a $32.6 million bond ordinance on first reader, adopted a resolution to add rental assistance to the affordable housing trust fund, and confirmed multiple board appointments.

• Adopted O-6-22 medical cannabis dispensaries ordinance on third reader (8-1)
• Approved O-44-22 adding rental assistance to affordable housing trust fund (9-0)
• Adopted O-30-22 clarifying sprinkler and electrical assistance revolving funds (9-0)
• Approved R-49-22 addressing Lennar development at Parkeside Preserve (9-0)
• Postponed R-50-22 Rocky Gorge Development stop work order until Oct 24
• Approved $32.6M general obligation bonds ordinance on first reader
• Confirmed 12 appointments to boards and commissions (all 9-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for police, emergency management, and Carr's Beach capital project

• Office of Emergency Management Department - Grant - State of Maryland Opioid Operational Command Center
  $189,060
• Public Works - Capital Projects - Carr’s Beach Capital Project
  $210,000
• Off-Street Parking Requirements - Food Establishments — introduced
• Business License, Taxes and Regulations - Street Café — introduced
• Issuance of General Obligation Bonds and Bond Anticipation Notes — introduced
  $32.6M
• Subdivisions - Moderately Priced Dwelling Units - Rental Assistance Funding — introduced

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will hold a work session to review two presentations. The session includes the UNESCO Port Marker Project and a Smart Cities initiative with Morgan State University. Public comment is not permitted during this meeting.

• UNESCO Port Marker Project (ID-168-22)
• Smart Cities/ Morgan State University (ID-169-22)

• UNESCO Port Marker Project
• Smart Cities/ Morgan State University

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider a candidate recommendation to fill the City of Annapolis seat on the Anne Arundel County Police Accountability Board. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 7, 2022, special meeting.

• Candidate recommendation for Sharon Elliott to fill the City of Annapolis seat on the Anne Arundel County Police Accountability Board
• Approval of minutes from the June 7, 2022, special meeting

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will address the impact of Lennar at Parkeside Preserve on Quiet Waters Park. The agenda also includes the Rocky Gorge Development's Aris T. Allen Boulevard Project.

• Lennar at Parkeside Preserve impact on Quiet Waters Park (ID-180-22)
• Rocky Gorge Development's Aris T. Allen Boulevard Project (ID-181-22)

• Lennar at Parkeside Preserve impact on Quiet Waters Park
• Rocky Gorge Development's Aris T. Allen Boulevard Project
  Aris T. Allen Boulevard

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several lease agreements for the Stanton Community Center at 92 West Washington Street. The committee will also consider supplemental appropriations for police, emergency management, and public works projects. Additionally, the agenda includes ordinances regarding parking meters and human resources.

• Lease agreements for the Stanton Community Center involving four different organizations
• $210,000.00 for the Carr’s Beach Capital Project
• $189,060.00 grant for the Office of Emergency Management Department
• Police grants totaling $97,528.00 from Maryland and the U.S. Department of Justice
• Ordinance to extend time allowed in metered parking spaces

The Finance Committee recommended approval of four Stanton Center lease agreements (O-19-22, O-20-22, O-22-22, O-23-22) with amendments requiring a walk-through before signing. It also recommended four supplemental appropriations for grants and capital projects, and postponed a salary ordinance until the next meeting.

• Recommended favorably SA-1-23: $189,060 state opioid grant (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-2-23: $28,411 state police grant (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-3-23: $69,117 federal police grant (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-4-23: $210,000 Carr's Beach capital project (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-19-22 with amendment for walk-through (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-20-22 with amendment for walk-through (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-22-22 with amendment for walk-through (2-1)
• Recommended favorably O-23-22 with amendment for walk-through (3-0)

• Carr’s Beach Capital Project
  $210,000
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Economic Matters Committee

The Economic Matters Committee will consider first readings for ordinances regarding medical cannabis dispensary zoning and human resources. The committee will also review several appointments to various city boards and commissions. An update from the Downtown Partnership is also scheduled.

• Ordinance O-6-22 regarding medical cannabis dispensary zoning
• Ordinance O-30-22 regarding fire prevention code funds
• Ordinance O-32-22 regarding assistant city manager salary and new positions
• Appointments to the Recreation Advisory Board and Historic Preservation Commission
• Update from Downtown Partnership

The Economic Matters Committee recommended favorably O-6-22, allowing medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts, with amendments including a one-half mile buffer instead of two miles and removal of certain restrictions. The committee also recommended favorably several appointments to city boards and O-30-22 on fire prevention code funds, while taking no action on O-32-22 regarding salary changes.

• Recommended favorably O-6-22 medical cannabis dispensaries with amendments (3-0)
• Adopted Rules Committee Amendment 1 striking lines 42-43 (3-0)
• Adopted Gay Amendment 2 changing buffer from TWO to ONE-HALF mile (3-0)
• Recommended unfavorably Gay Amendment 3 (ONE mile buffer) (3-0)
• Recommended unfavorably Planning Commission recommendations on buffers and signage (3-0)
• Recommended unfavorably Gay Amendment 4 (750-foot buffer) (3-0)
• Recommended unfavorably Gay Amendment 5 (striking OR PRIVATE) (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Savidge Amendment 7 striking lines 42-43 (3-0)

• Medical Cannabis Dispensaries — introduced

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee is reviewing four ordinances regarding lease agreements at 92 West Washington Street. These proposals involve leasing portions of the Stanton Community Center to various organizations.

• Lease agreement with Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation (O-19-22)
• Lease agreement with Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC (O-20-22)
• Lease agreement with Annapolis Arts District, Inc. (O-22-22)
• Lease agreement with We Care And Friends, Inc. (O-23-22)

• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation)
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC)
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.)
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.)
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Environmental Matters Committee

The committee will consider an emergency declaration regarding pollution and sediment from construction sites. The agenda also includes a permit fee waiver for the Watershed Restoration Grant Program. Members will hear presentations on the Conservancy Board and Greenbury Point Golf Course.

• R-7-22: Emergency declaration concerning pollution discharges
• R-32-22: Permit fee waiver for Watershed Restoration Grant Program projects
• Presentation: Conservancy Board (ID-170-22)
• Presentation: Greenbury Point Golf Course (ID-171-22)
• Discussion: Parkside Preserve (ID-172-22)

• Emergency Declaration Concerning Pollution Discharges — introduced
• Chesapeake Bay Trust/Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis Watershed Restoration Grant Program Permit Fees Waiver — introduced

City Council

The council will review first-reading ordinances, including the authorization of general obligation bonds up to $32,643,771 for capital projects. The agenda also includes multiple lease agreements for the Stanton Community Center and a tax agreement for affordable housing construction.

• Authorization of General Obligation Bonds up to $32,643,771
• Lease agreements for properties at 92 West Washington Street
• Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreement with Forest Drive LIHTC, LLC
• Extension of time allowed in metered parking spaces
• Confirmation of David A. Jarrell as Director of Public Works

The Annapolis City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously, confirming 17 appointments and reappointments to city boards and commissions, and approved four sets of special meeting minutes. The council also removed three agenda items, including a payments-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement for affordable housing, and passed several ordinances and resolutions on first and second readings. No public speakers testified at the six public hearings held.

• Approved consent calendar with 17 appointments/reappointments (7-0)
• Removed AP-46-22, AP-51-22, and R-40-22 (PILOT for Forest Drive LIHTC) from agenda
• Adopted R-36-22 on first reader (city-supported special events FY2023)
• Adopted R-38-22 on first reader (non-profit vendors at Songwriters Festival and Holiday Market)
• Adopted R-45-22 on first reader (compensation for acting transportation director)
• Adopted R-46-22 on first reader (confirming David A. Jarrell as Public Works Director)
• Adopted O-42-22 on first reader (street café definition clarification)
• Adopted O-43-22 on first reader (authorizing up to $32,643,771 in GO bonds)

• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Buildings and Construction - Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler and Electrical Assistance Revolving Funds — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review Ordinance O-37-22 regarding the appropriation of arts funds by the City Council. The meeting also includes an update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson and approval of previous minutes.

• Ordinance O-37-22: Arts in Public Places fund appropriation
• Approval of June 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend favorably O-37-22, which clarifies City of Annapolis arts funding. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 1, 2022 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates from the Finance Director.

• Approved minutes for the June 1, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-37-22 Arts in Public Places - Arts Fund Appropriation by Council (3-0)

Rules and City Government Committee

The committee will conduct a first reading for Ordinance O-6-22, which proposes allowing medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts within Annapolis. The agenda also includes the re-appointment of members to the Civil Service Board and the Arts in Public Places Commission.

• First reading of Ordinance O-6-22 regarding medical cannabis dispensaries
• Re-appointment of Jennifer Beard to the Civil Service Board
• Re-appointment of Alvin Collins to the Civil Service Board
• Re-appointment of David Arthur to the Arts in Public Places Commission

• Medical Cannabis Dispensaries — introduced

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The committee will consider a resolution expressing support for mixed-use development with affordable housing at the Spa Road Site. The agenda also includes a discussion on workforce housing and several commission appointments.

• Resolution R-20-22 regarding affordable housing development at the Spa Road Site
• Workforce housing discussion (ID-131-22)
• Appointments to the Human Relations Commission
• Appointments to the Education Commission
• Appointments to the Affordable Housing and Community Equity Development Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee approved the agenda as amended to remove R-20-22, approved the minutes of the regular meeting, and recommended favorably all appointments and re-appointments to the Human Relations, Education, and Affordable Housing and Community Equity Development Commissions. The committee also held a discussion on workforce housing with staff and public testimony. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Adopted special meeting agenda as amended to remove R-20-22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the regular meeting (3-0)
• Recommended favorably appointment of Joshua Hatch to Human Relations Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Dianne Graham to Human Relations Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Edith Knight to Human Relations Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Jerry Williams to Human Relations Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Kenneth Starkes to Education Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Janet Norman to Education Commission (3-0)

• Affordable Housing Development - Spa Road Site — introduced
  Spa Road Site

City Council

The Annapolis City Council is holding a special meeting with several first-reader ordinances and resolutions, including lease agreements for the Stanton Center, a fund transfer of over $590,000, and a resolution to confirm Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager. The council will also consider second-reader items such as collective bargaining agreements with four unions and a resolution supporting affordable housing at the Spa Road Site. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Fund transfer FT-12-22: $590,500 moved from contingency, salaries, and other accounts to various departments including Police, MIT, OOL, P&Z, and Stanton Center
• Four Stanton Center lease agreements (O-19-22, O-20-22, O-22-22, O-23-22) with Anne Arundel Workforce Development, Luminis Health, Annapolis Arts District, and We Care And Friends
• Resolution R-35-22 to ratify collective bargaining agreements with UFCW Local 400, Firefighters Local 1926, AFSCME 3162, and AFSCME 3406 for FY2022-2024
• Resolution R-43-22 confirming Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager
• Resolution R-20-22 supporting affordable housing at the Spa Road Site (postponement motion proposed)

The Annapolis City Council confirmed Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager (9-0), adopted the FY2023 position classifications and pay plan (9-0), and approved a resolution supporting abortion rights (8-0-1). The council also approved several first-reader ordinances, including workforce housing and Stanton Center leases, and a $590,500 fund transfer.

• Confirmed Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager (9-0)
• Adopted FY2023 position classifications and pay plan (9-0)
• Approved resolution supporting abortion rights and opposing Dobbs (8-0-1)
• Approved resolution supporting affordable housing at Spa Road site (9-0)
• Ratified collective bargaining agreements with four unions (8-1)
• Approved $590,500 fund transfer for various departments (voice vote)
• Adopted first reader ordinances for Stanton Center leases and workforce housing
• Postponed Police Accountability Board appointment to July 11

• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Luminis Health Community Clinics, LLC) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (Annapolis Arts District, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Stanton Center Lease Agreement (We Care And Friends, Inc.) — introduced
  92 West Washington Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Affordable Housing Development - Spa Road Site — deferred
  Spa Road Site

Finance Committee

The Annapolis Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss fund transfers and supplemental appropriations. The committee will also approve minutes from the regular meeting and receive an update from the Finance Director.

• Fund transfers
• Supplemental appropriations
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson
• Approval of minutes for the regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will meet to confirm the appointment and compensation of City Manager Michael D. Mallinoff. The agenda also includes a closed session for discussions regarding the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis and the Hillman Garage & City Dock Project.

• Confirmation of Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager (R-43-22)
• Closed session discussion on Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis
• Closed session discussion on Hillman Garage & City Dock Project (ID-149-22)

The City Council held a special meeting and confirmed Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager on first reader via voice vote. The council then voted 6-0 to enter a closed session to discuss the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis and the Hillman Garage & City Dock Project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted R-43-22 confirming Michael D. Mallinoff as City Manager on first reader (voice vote)
• Approved closed session under Maryland General Provisions § 3-305(b)(7) and (14) (6-0)

Environmental Matters Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to waive permit fees for the Chesapeake Bay Trust Watershed Restoration Grant Program. The agenda also includes discussions on Environmental Commission priorities and an update from the Deputy City Manager of Resilience and Sustainability.

• Resolution R-32-22: Permit fee waiver for Chesapeake Bay Trust/Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis Watershed Restoration Grant Program projects
• Re-appointment of Randy Rowel to the Environmental Commission
• Re-appointment of Willie Sampson to the Port Wardens
• Discussion regarding Annapolis Environmental Commission priorities

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended favorably the reappointments of Randy Rowel to the Environmental Commission and Willie Sampson to the Port Wardens, both by unanimous votes. The committee postponed Resolution R-32-22, which would waive permit fees for Chesapeake Bay Trust watershed restoration projects, until a staff report is received. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 12 regular meeting, with Alderman Arnett abstaining.

• Approved minutes for May 12 regular meeting (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended favorably reappointment of Randy Rowel to Environmental Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably reappointment of Willie Sampson to Port Wardens (3-0)
• Postponed R-32-22 permit fee waiver until staff report received (3-0)

• Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT)/Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis Watershed Restoration Grant Program Permit Fees Wai

Economic Matters Committee

The committee will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to allow medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts. The agenda also includes several appointments and re-appointments to various city boards and commissions. Additionally, updates from economic development staff are scheduled.

• First reading of Ordinance O-6-22 regarding medical cannabis dispensaries
• Appointments and re-appointments to the Recreation Advisory Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Building Board of Appeals, Heritage Commission, and Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Presentation from Downtown Partnership
• Updates from Economic Development Manager Stephen Rice and Small and Minority Business Enterprise Liaison Hope Stewart

• Medical Cannabis Dispensaries - allowing use in certain zoning districts — introduced

City Council

The Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2023 annual budget, which includes operating and capital budgets and a property tax levy. The meeting also includes second readings for new city fees and fines schedules. Additionally, the Council will consider small business financing following Hurricane Ida.

• Adoption of FY 2023 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy (O-15-22)
• New Fiscal Year 2023 fees and fines schedules (R-23-22, R-24-22)
• Small business financing for Lillys Printing LLC (R-34-22)
• FY 2023 position classifications and pay plan (R-31-22)
• Use of Mayor's personal vessel for governmental use (R-39-22)

The Annapolis City Council held a special meeting on June 10, 2022, and adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget (O-15-22) as amended, increasing the total appropriation to $103,111,350. The council also approved the FY2023 fees and fines schedules, reappointed several members to city boards, and passed a resolution supporting Hurricane Ida relief for Lillys Printing LLC. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public speakers.

• Adopted FY2023 budget O-15-22 as amended (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted FY2023 fees schedule R-23-22 as amended (8-1)
• Adopted FY2023 fines schedule R-24-22 (9-0)
• Approved R-34-22 supporting Hurricane Ida grant for Lillys Printing LLC (9-0)
• Approved 6 appointments/reappointments to Transportation Board (9-0 each)
• Approved 2 reappointments to Police and Fire Retirement Commission (9-0 each)
• Approved consent calendar including towing license renewals (9-0)
• Postponed R-31-22 position classifications and pay plan to June 27, 2022

Transportation Committee

The committee will consider several appointments and re-appointments to the Transportation Board. The meeting also includes presentations from BirdBikeshare and VIA.

• Re-appointments of David DiQuinzio, Carol Kelly, Elizabeth Dolezal, and Kurt Riegel to the Transportation Board
• Appointments of Taylor Waters and John Giannetti Jr. to the Transportation Board
• Presentation: BirdBikeshare (ID-155-22)
• Presentation: VIA (ID-156-22)

The Transportation Committee voted to recommend favorably the re-appointments of David DiQuinzio, Carol Kelly, Elizabeth Dolezal, and Kurt Riegel, and the appointment of Taylor Waters to the Transportation Board. The committee also recommended the appointment of John Giannetti Jr. after initially postponing and then reconsidering the item. No action was taken on the approval of prior meeting minutes or on presentations from Bird Bikeshare and VIA.

• Recommended favorably re-appointment of David DiQuinzio to Transportation Board (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Carol Kelly to Transportation Board (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Elizabeth Dolezal to Transportation Board (3-0)
• Recommended favorably re-appointment of Kurt Riegel to Transportation Board (3-0)
• Recommended favorably appointment of Taylor Waters to Transportation Board (3-0)
• Postponed then reconsidered appointment of John Giannetti Jr. (3-0)
• Recommended favorably appointment of John Giannetti Jr. to Transportation Board (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review minutes from the April 4, 2022 meeting. The committee will consider re-appointing John Wardell and Kathie Sulick to the Police and Fire Retirement Commission. A presentation regarding an Annapolis United update is also scheduled.

• Re-appointment of John Wardell to the Police and Fire Retirement Commission (AP-31-22)
• Re-appointment of Kathie Sulick to the Police and Fire Retirement Commission (AP-33-22)
• Annapolis United Update, ARPD presentation (ID-154-22)

The Public Safety Committee met and approved the agenda as amended to remove item ID-154-22. The committee voted to approve the minutes from the April 4, 2022 special meeting. It also voted to recommend favorably the reappointments of John Wardell and Kathie Sulick to the Police and Fire Retirement Commission. The meeting adjourned at 4:06 p.m.

• Adopted special meeting agenda as amended to remove ID-154-22 (2-0)
• Approved minutes for the April 4, 2022 special meeting (2-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-31-22: Reappointment of John Wardell to Police and Fire Retirement Commission (2-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-33-22: Reappointment of Kathie Sulick to Police and Fire Retirement Commission (2-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the annual operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2023. The agenda also includes first readings of a proposed union agreement and second readings for updated fee, fine, and pay plan schedules.

• FY 2023 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy (O-15-22)
• Proposed union agreement for Local 400, Firefighters Local 1926, and AFSCME (R-35-22)
• FY 2023 Fees Schedule (R-23-22)
• FY 2023 Fines Schedule (R-24-22)
• FY 2023 Position Classifications and Pay Plan (R-31-22)

The Annapolis City Council held a special meeting to review the FY2023 budget, fees, and fines schedules. The council approved numerous amendments to the budget ordinance (O-15-22), including funding for pickleball court lights at Truxtun Park, sidewalk projects, and changes to community grants. Final action on the budget, fees schedule, fines schedule, and pay plan was postponed to a special meeting on Friday, June 10, 2022.

• Approved agenda (8-0, Gay absent)
• Approved consent calendar with supplemental appropriation SA-27-22 (unanimous)
• Adopted R-35-22 union agreements on first reader (voice vote)
• Amended FY2023 fees schedule R-23-22 with multiple fee changes (various votes)
• Amended FY2023 fines schedule R-24-22 with electric vehicle parking fine (voice vote)
• Approved 30+ amendments to FY2023 budget O-15-22, including Truxtun Park pickleball lights ($105,000), Bay Ridge Avenue sidewalk ($524,475), and Moyer Park sidewalk ($131,250)
• Defeated amendments to budget including property tax rate increase to $0.7630 (voice vote)
• Postponed final action on R-23-22, R-24-22, R-31-22, and O-15-22 to June 10 special meeting

City Council

The Annapolis City Council held a special work session to discuss the proposed FY2023 budget and related budget amendments. This meeting was designated as part 2 of a special work session series.

• Proposed FY2023 budget and budget amendments (ID-28-22)

• FY2023 Proposed Budget & Budget Amendments

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to waive permit fees for the Chesapeake Bay Trust Watershed Restoration Grant Program. The committee will also review fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and an update from the Finance Director.

• Resolution R-32-22: Permit fee waiver for Chesapeake Bay Trust Watershed Restoration Grant Program projects
• Approval of minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting
• Review of fund transfers and supplemental appropriations

The Finance Committee met with two of three members present and voted unanimously to recommend favorable action on a supplemental appropriation for Planning and Zoning and a resolution waiving permit fees for Chesapeake Bay Trust watershed projects. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and received updates from the Finance Director on budget and audit matters. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 regular meeting (2-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-27-22 supplemental appropriation of $3,821 for Planning and Zoning (2-0)
• Recommended favorably R-32-22 waiving permit fees for Chesapeake Bay Trust watershed projects (2-0)

• Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT)/Anne Arundel County and City of Annapolis Watershed Restoration Grant Program Permit Fees Wai — introduced

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2023 proposed budget and related budget amendments. This includes reviewing an amendment created by the Finance Department based on recommendations from City Council members.

• FY2023 Proposed Budget & Budget Amendments (ID-28-22)

• FY2023 Proposed Budget & Budget Amendments

City Council

The Council is conducting public hearings regarding the FY 2023 annual budget, capital budget, and a proposed real property tax increase. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning for medical cannabis dispensaries and a new lease template for the Seasonal Parklet Program.

• Public hearing on the FY 2023 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy
• Proposed zoning changes for medical cannabis dispensaries
• $305,000 appropriation for parking fund contractual services
• Approval of the FY 2023 fees and fines schedules
• Standardized lease agreement template for the Seasonal Parklet Program

The City Council approved the seasonal parklet program standardized lease agreement template on both first and second reader, allowing businesses to use city-owned parking spaces for outdoor dining. The council also approved a $305,000 supplemental appropriation for parking contractual services, a $30,000 grant for the Mayor's office, and adopted several first-reader resolutions, including one supporting abortion rights. Public hearings were closed for the FY2023 budget, property tax levy, fees and fines schedules, and medical cannabis dispensaries ordinance.

• Approved O-16-22 Seasonal Parklet Program lease agreement template (8-0)
• Approved SA-26-22 Parking Fund supplemental appropriation of $305,000 (voice vote)
• Approved SA-25-22 Mayor's office grant of $30,000 (voice vote)
• Adopted R-32-22 on first reader, waiving permit fees for watershed restoration projects (voice vote)
• Adopted R-33-22 on first reader, supporting abortion rights and Roe v. Wade (voice vote)
• Closed public hearing on O-15-22 FY2023 budget and property tax levy
• Closed public hearing on R-23-22 FY2023 fees schedule
• Closed public hearing on R-24-22 FY2023 fines schedule

• Parking Fund Contractual Services
  $305,000
• Medical Cannabis Dispensaries Zoning — introduced
• Seasonal Parklet Program Standardized Lease Agreement Template — introduced

City Council

The Annapolis City Council scheduled a special meeting for May 19, 2022. The proposed closed session includes discussions regarding personnel matters related to negotiations.

• Closed session discussion regarding personnel matters and negotiations

The City Council convened a special meeting solely to enter a closed session under Maryland law to discuss personnel matters related to negotiations. The motion to go into closed session passed 6-0, and the council exited at 5:07 pm. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Entered closed session for personnel negotiations (6-0)
• Exited closed session (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider Resolution R-31-22 regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 position classifications and pay plan. The agenda also includes reviewing fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and an update from the Finance Director.

• Resolution R-31-22: FY2023 position classifications and pay plan
• Approval of minutes from the May 5, 2022, special meeting
• Review of fund transfers and supplemental appropriations
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson

The Finance Committee approved minutes, recommended a $20,000 fund transfer for Planning and Zoning supplies, and recommended two supplemental appropriations: $30,000 for a county grant and $305,000 for parking contractual services. It also recommended favorably the FY2023 position classifications and pay plan resolution (R-31-22). All votes were unanimous except the fund transfer, which passed 2-1.

• Approved minutes for special meeting FC05.05.22 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably fund transfer FT-11-22: $20,000 from contingency to Planning and Zoning supplies (2-1)
• Recommended favorably supplemental appropriation SA-25-22: $30,000 county grant revenue/expense (3-0)
• Recommended favorably supplemental appropriation SA-26-22: $305,000 parking revenue for contractual services (3-0)
• Recommended favorably R-31-22: FY2023 position classifications and pay plan (3-0)
• Received Financial Advisory Commission report from May 17, 2022 (3-0)

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee will review a resolution regarding mixed-use development at the Spa Road Site. The meeting also includes a discussion on workforce housing and an appointment to the Human Relations Commission.

• Resolution R-20-22: Support for mixed-use development and affordable housing at the Spa Road Site
• Workforce housing discussion (ID-131-22)
• Appointment of Joshua Hatch to the Human Relations Commission (AP-24-22)

• Affordable Housing Development - Spa Road Site — introduced
  Spa Road Site

Environmental Matters Committee

The committee will review presentations from the Fire Department and the Department of Public Works. The meeting also includes an update from the Deputy City Manager of Resilience and Sustainability.

• Presentation ID-125-22: Fire Department
• Presentation ID-126-22: Department of Public Works
• Update from Deputy City Manager of Resilience and Sustainability, Jacqueline Guild

The Environmental Matters Committee met with two present members and one absent. They approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 18 special meeting. The committee heard presentations from the Fire Department and Department of Public Works, and requested reports on PFAS water testing and stormwater programs. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted regular meeting agenda (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes for April 18 special meeting (2-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The Annapolis City Council held a regular meeting on May 9, 2022, approving the consent calendar and several resolutions. The FY2023 budget ordinance (O-15-22) was introduced and its public hearing left open until May 23. The council also approved a supplemental appropriation for the Arts in Public Places Commission and adopted resolutions on second reading, including one designating the Annapolis Waterfront & Sailing Center as a city ambassador.

• Approved consent calendar including supplemental appropriation SA-24-22 ($30,000 grant) (9-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation SA-23-22 for Arts in Public Places Commission ($51,776) (voice vote)
• Adopted R-31-22 on first reader for FY2023 position classifications and pay plan (voice vote)
• Adopted O-37-21 on third reader removing Development/Events Specialist from Exempt Service (9-0)
• Adopted R-17-22 as amended designating Annapolis Waterfront & Sailing Center as city ambassador (9-0)
• Set June 10, 2022 at 5pm as date for June Regular City Council Meeting (voice vote)
• Left public hearing open for O-15-22 (FY2023 budget) until May 23 special meeting
• Left public hearings open for R-23-22 (fees) and R-24-22 (fines) until May 23 special meeting

• Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Grant
  $30,000

Rules and City Government Committee

The Rules & City Government Committee will consider Resolution R-17-22 at its first reading. This resolution proposes designating the Annapolis Waterfront & Sailing Center as an Annapolis City Ambassador to the tall sailing ships and historic boats community.

• Resolution R-17-22: Designating the Annapolis Waterfront & Sailing Center as a city ambassador
• Approval of minutes from the April 1, 2022 meeting

The Rules & City Government Committee reviewed the Parklet Application Process and gave a favorable recommendation. It also recommended R-17-22, recognizing the Annapolis Waterfront & Sailing Center as City Ambassador to the tall ships community, with amendments. Both votes passed 2-0 with one absence.

• Approved meeting agenda with added parklet presentation (2-0)
• Approved minutes from April 1, 2022 regular meeting (2-0)
• Gave favorable recommendation to Parklet Application Process (2-0)
• Recommended R-17-22 with Tierney amendments (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a special meeting focused on budget deliberations. The committee will review recommendations and amendments for the Fiscal Year 2023 budget.

• FY 2023 budget amendments and recommendations (ID-111-22)
• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2022, special meeting

The Finance Committee recommended the FY2023 budget ordinance (O-15-22) favorably with amendments, including adding $63,000 for a full-time legal position, $100,000 for a pilot anti-crime program using one-time funds, and increasing South Forest Drive Business Association funding from $1,000 to $2,000. An amendment to increase Community Action Agency funding from $27,500 to $32,000 was defeated. The committee also changed the scheduled City Council meeting date from June 13 to June 10, 2022.

• Approved agenda amendment adding O-15-22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for special meeting FC05.04.22 (3-0)
• Changed City Council meeting date from June 13 to June 10, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Amendment 1: add $63,000 for full-time legal position (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Amendment 2: add $100,000 for pilot anti-crime program (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Amendment 3: increase South Forest Drive Business Association funding to $2,000 (3-0)
• Defeated Amendment 4: increase Community Action Agency funding to $32,000 (1-2)
• Recommended O-15-22 with amendments (3-0)

• FY 2023 Amendments and Recommendations

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a special meeting for budget deliberations. The agenda includes reviewing fund transfers, supplemental appropriations, and proposed amendments for the 2023 fiscal year.

• FY 2023 Amendments and Recommendations (ID-111-22)
• Fund Transfers
• Supplemental Appropriations
• Approval of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee voted to recommend favorably SA-24-22, a $30,000 state grant for Planning and Zoning, and approved a $70,000 use of one-time funds for the Substance Use Disorders program. Both recommendations will go to the full City Council. The meeting was a special budget deliberation session.

• Approved agenda as amended to add SA-24-22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for the Special Meeting FC05.03.22 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-24-22, $30,000 state grant for Planning and Zoning (3-0)
• Recommended favorably $70,000 one-time funds for Substance Use Disorders program (2-1)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a special meeting for budget deliberations. The committee will conduct first readings for the annual budget, property tax levy, and updated schedules for city fees and fines.

• First reading of Ordinance O-15-22 (Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy)
• First reading of Resolution R-23-22 (FY 2023 Fees Schedule)
• First reading of Resolution R-24-22 (FY 2023 Fines Schedule)
• Deliberations on FY 2023 Amendments and Recommendations

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend the FY2023 fees schedule (R-23-22) and fines schedule (R-24-22) with amendments, including a new $50 non-resident fee for Tucker Street and a fine increase for repeat violations. The committee also heard a presentation on the Opioid Intervention Team grants but took no action on the annual budget ordinance (O-15-22).

• Recommended R-23-22 FY2023 Fees Schedule with amendments (3-0)
• Approved Amendment 1 to R-23-22: change parking fee from Weekly to Monthly (3-0)
• Approved Amendment 2 to R-23-22: add $50 non-resident fee for Tucker Street (3-0)
• Approved Amendment 3 to R-23-22: rename Latchkey Program to Pre-k to Grade 5 Child Care Program (3-0)
• Approved Buckley Amendments 1 and 2 to R-23-22 (3-0)
• Recommended R-24-22 FY2023 Fines Schedule with amendments (3-0)
• Approved Amendment 1 to R-24-22: increase repeat violation fine from $200 to not exceed $500 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 2, 2022 special meeting (3-0)

• Annual Budget and Appropriation and Property Tax Levy — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a special meeting focused on budget deliberations. The committee will review FY23 budget presentations for the Office of the Mayor and City Manager’s Office. The agenda also includes a supplemental appropriation for the Arts in Public Places Commission.

• Supplemental appropriation SA-23-22 for Arts in Public Places Commission fund balance ($51,776.00)
• FY23 budget presentation for City Manager’s Office (ID-98-22)
• Budget presentation for the Office of the Mayor (ID-97-22)
• Presentation regarding Community Grants (ID-112-22)

The Finance Committee held a special budget meeting and recommended favorably a supplemental appropriation of $51,776 for the Arts in Public Places Commission, funded from its fund balance. The committee also reviewed presentations on the Mayor's Office, City Manager's Office, and Community Grants budgets for FY 2023, requesting additional data and scheduling follow-up discussions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended favorably SA-23-22: $51,776 supplemental appropriation for Arts in Public Places Commission (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 27, 2022 special meeting (3-0)
• Adopted the special meeting agenda (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Annapolis Public Safety Committee for May 2, 2022, was canceled. The agenda included approval of minutes from April 4, 2022, and a budget presentation for the Annapolis Police Department.

• Canceled meeting
• Approval of minutes from PSC04.04.22
• Annapolis Police Department FY '23 budget presentation (ID-96-22)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special joint session with the Financial Advisory Commission. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the FY23 Capital Budget, focusing on the Capital Improvement Plan and debt affordability.

• FY23 Capital Budget Presentation (ID-247-21)
• Discussion of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and debt affordability

• FY23 Capital Budget Presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a special meeting focused on budget deliberations. The agenda includes reviews of the Department of Public Works budget and presentations regarding enterprise rate increases.

• Department of Public Works budget review (ID-100-22)
• Presentation on enterprise rate increases (ID-101-22)
• Review of fund transfers and supplemental appropriations

The Finance Committee met for budget deliberations, approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes. No action was taken on fund transfers or supplemental appropriations. The committee heard presentations from the Department of Public Works and on enterprise rate increases, with requests for additional project lists and rate analysis. The meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Adopted Special Meeting Agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes for April 26, 2022 special meeting (3-0)
• No action on fund transfers
• No action on supplemental appropriations
• Heard Department of Public Works FY23 budget presentation
• Heard enterprise rate increase presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a special meeting focused on budget deliberations. The committee will review presentations regarding the FY23 budget for the Office of the Mayor, Human Resources Division, and Finance Department. The agenda also includes fund transfers and supplemental appropriations.

• FY23 budget presentations for the Office of the Mayor, Human Resources Division, and Finance Department
• Review of fund transfers and supplemental appropriations
• Approval of minutes from the April 25, 2022, special meeting

The Finance Committee met for a special budget deliberation session, reviewing FY23 budget presentations from the Human Resources Division and the Finance Department. No fund transfers or supplemental appropriations were acted on, and no budget items were approved or denied. The committee approved the meeting agenda (with one item removed) and the minutes from the prior special meeting.

• Adopted special meeting agenda as amended to remove ID-97-22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the April 25, 2022 special meeting (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative proposals and budget adjustments. These include a pilot program for commercial outdoor dining and various grant allocations.

• Pilot program to study commercial outdoor dining in private parking lots (R-22-22)
• $320,770 County grant for Planning and Zoning (SA-22-22)
• $83,000 transfer for Truxtun Park tennis courts and fence construction (FT-8-22)
• Proposed changes to mooring permits and special event permitting (O-2-22, O-12-22)
• Water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive (R-19-22)

The Annapolis City Council approved a pilot program allowing restaurants to use private parking lots for outdoor dining after the city's emergency declaration ends, with a $4,228 application fee and a 6-month study period. It also passed ordinances on mooring permit forfeiture for vessels unused over 70 days, special event permitting, sidewalk café definitions, and credit card convenience fees. Several resolutions were adopted, including a water service agreement and fee waivers for the Bates Middle School HVAC project and the Annapolis UpRigging festival.

• Adopted R-22-22 outdoor dining pilot in private parking lots (9-0)
• Adopted O-2-22 mooring permit forfeiture for disuse over 70 days (9-0)
• Adopted O-12-22 special event permitting ordinance (9-0)
• Adopted O-13-22 sidewalk café definition change (9-0)
• Adopted O-14-22 credit/debit card convenience fee procedure (9-0)
• Adopted R-19-22 water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive (9-0)
• Adopted R-25-22 Bates Middle School HVAC permitting fee waiver (7-2)
• Adopted R-27-22 UpRigging festival fee waiver for Adventurer (7-2)

• Planning and Zoning - Grant — introduced
  $320,770
• Pilot Program to Study Commercial Outdoor Dining in Privately Owned Parking Lots — introduced
• Mooring Permits - Forfeiture — introduced
• Sidewalk Café - Defined — introduced
• Water Service Agreement - 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive — introduced
  1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive
• Bates Middle School - HVAC Renovation Project - Waiver of Permitting Fees — introduced
  Bates Middle School

Finance Committee

This special meeting is focused on budget deliberations. The committee will review department operating budgets, fund transfers, and supplemental appropriations. A presentation on the Annapolis Police Department budget for fiscal year 2023 is also scheduled.

• Annapolis Police Department FY '23 budget presentation
• Review of department operating budgets
• Fund transfers and supplemental appropriations
• Approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee met for budget deliberations and approved a $53,000 fund transfer (FT-10-22) from City Facility Improvements to the Stanton Center for capital construction. The committee also approved the minutes from the prior special meeting and heard a presentation on the Annapolis Police Department's FY '23 budget, but took no action on supplemental appropriations.

• Approved minutes of April 21 special meeting (3-0)
• Approved fund transfer FT-10-22: $53,000 to Stanton Center construction (3-0)
• No action on supplemental appropriations
• Heard APD FY '23 budget presentation; no vote

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will hold a work session meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the UNESCO Port Marker Project. Members of the public may attend, but there will be no opportunity for public comment.

• UNESCO Port Marker Project presentation (ID-25-22)

• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Port Marker Project

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a special meeting for budget deliberations. The agenda includes first readings for the annual budget, the FY2023 fees schedule, and the FY2023 fines schedule. Presentations will also be provided by the Recreation & Parks and Finance departments.

• Ordinance O-15-22: Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy (First Reader)
• Resolution R-23-22: FY2023 Fees Schedule (First Reader)
• Resolution R-24-22: FY2023 Fines Schedule (First Reader)
• Presentation: Recreation & Parks Department budget (ID-94-22)
• Presentation: Finance Department budget (ID-95-22)

• Annual Budget and Appropriation and Property Tax Levy for FY 2023 — introduced

Economic Matters Committee

The committee will consider a first reading for Ordinance O-13-22, which proposes modifying the definition of sidewalk cafes. The agenda also includes updates from the Downtown Partnership and economic development staff.

• Ordinance O-13-22 regarding sidewalk cafe definitions
• Update from Downtown Partnership (ID-52-22)
• Updates from Economic Development Manager Stephen Rice and Small and Minority Business Enterprise Liaison Hope Stewart

• Sidewalk Café - Defined — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the proposed FY2023 annual budget and property tax levy. The committee will also consider new schedules for city fees and fines. Budget presentations from the Planning & Zoning Department and the Office of Law are also scheduled.

• Ordinance O-15-22: FY2023 annual budget and property tax levy
• Resolution R-23-22: FY2023 fees schedule
• Resolution R-24-22: FY2023 fines schedule
• FY23 budget presentation: Planning & Zoning Department
• FY23 budget presentation: Office of Law

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting budget deliberations for Fiscal Year 2023. The meeting includes budget presentations for the Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Transportation. The committee will also consider the first reading of the annual budget ordinance and new schedules for city fees and fines.

• Ordinance O-15-22: Annual Budget, Appropriation, and Property Tax Levy for FY 2023
• Resolution R-23-22: Fiscal Year 2023 Fees Schedule
• Resolution R-24-22: Fiscal Year 2023 Fines Schedule
• Budget presentation: Office of Emergency Management (ID-90-22)
• Budget presentation: Annapolis Department of Transportation (ID-91-22)

The Finance Committee recommended favorably two supplemental appropriations for the Office of Emergency Management, funded by federal grants from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The committee also reviewed budget presentations from the Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Transportation, but took no action on the annual budget ordinance or the fees and fines schedules.

• Recommended favorably SA-20-22: $37,500 federal grant for Office of Emergency Management (3-0)
• Recommended favorably SA-21-22: $6,800 federal grant for Office of Emergency Management (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 18, 2022 special meeting (3-0)
• Adopted the special meeting agenda (3-0)

• Annual Budget and Appropriation and Property Tax Levy — introduced

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee will consider Resolution R-20-22 regarding the Spa Road Site. This resolution expresses support for a mixed-use development that includes affordable housing as a key component. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution R-20-22: Support for Spa Road Site mixed-use and affordable housing development (First Reader)
• Approval of minutes from the March 21, 2022 regular meeting

• Affordable Housing Development - Spa Road Site — introduced
  Spa Road Site

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting budget deliberations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The meeting includes reviews of the Annapolis Fire Department and Management Information Technology budgets. The committee will also consider ordinances regarding convenience fees and the annual budget appropriation.

• Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy (O-15-22)
• Annapolis Fire Department FY 2023 Budget Presentation (ID-88-22)
• Management Information Technology FY 2023 Budget Presentation (ID-89-22)
• Debit and credit card payment convenience fees ordinance (O-14-22)
• Fiscal Year 2023 Fees Schedule (R-23-22)

Environmental Matters Committee

The Environmental Matters Committee will review ordinances regarding mooring permit forfeiture and special event permitting procedures. The committee will also consider a water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive. An update on resilience and sustainability is scheduled.

• Ordinance O-2-22: Modifying mooring permit use requirements
• Ordinance O-12-22: Clarifying special event permitting procedures
• Resolution R-19-22: Water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive
• Update from the Deputy City Manager of Resilience and Sustainability

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended approval of three items: O-2-22 (mooring permit forfeiture amendments), O-12-22 (special events permitting), and R-19-22 (water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive). All recommendations passed unanimously (3-0). The committee also approved the minutes from the March 10, 2022 regular meeting.

• Approved minutes for regular meeting ENV03.10.22 (3-0)
• Recommended O-2-22 with amendments (mooring permits) (3-0)
• Recommended O-12-22 favorably (special events) (3-0)
• Recommended R-19-22 favorably (water service agreement) (3-0)

• Mooring Permits - Forfeiture — introduced
• Special Events permitting procedures — introduced
• Water Service Agreement - 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive — introduced
  1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive

City Council

The City Council will hold a special work session to conduct a budget overview and review the City Council Budget Binder ID-24-22. Presenters include City Manager Jarrell and Finance Department staff. The public is invited to attend, but there will be no opportunity for public comment during this session.

• Budget Overview and Review of the City Council Budget Binder ID-24-22

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will consider Ordinance O-12-22, which seeks to clarify procedures and definitions for special event permitting. The meeting also includes an update from the Transportation Board Chair.

• Ordinance O-12-22 regarding special event permitting procedures
• Update from Transportation Board Chair Kurt Riegel
• Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Annapolis Transportation Committee voted unanimously to recommend favorably Ordinance O-12-22, which clarifies special event permitting procedures, exemptions, and definitions. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a general discussion update from the Transportation Board chair.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Ordinance O-12-22 on special events (3-0)

• Special Events - For the purpose of clarifying special event permitting procedures; providing for certain exemptions; pr — introduced

City Council

The Council will review the annual budget, appropriation, and property tax levy for fiscal year 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on outdoor dining pilot programs and updates to sidewalk cafe definitions.

• FY 2023 Annual Budget, appropriation, and property tax levy (O-15-22)
• Pilot program for commercial outdoor dining in private parking lots (R-22-22)
• Modification of the definition of sidewalk cafes (O-13-22)
• Permitting fee waiver for Bates Middle School HVAC renovation (R-25-22)
• Convenience fees for debit and credit card payments for City services (O-14-22)

• Sidewalk Café - Defined
• Pilot Program to Study Commercial Outdoor Dining in Privately Owned Parking Lots

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the preliminary schedule for the FY 2023 budget review process. The committee will also consider a resolution to extend City water service to 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive. An update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson is also scheduled.

• Resolution R-19-22: Water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive
• Preliminary schedule for the FY 2023 budget review process (ID-75-22)
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson

The Finance Committee approved the preliminary schedule for the FY2023 budget review process. It also recommended favorably a resolution authorizing a water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive. The committee received updates from the Finance Director on the budget ordinance, Open Gov, audit services RFP, and the procurement officer position.

• Approved FY2023 budget review schedule (3-0)
• Recommended favorably water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive (3-0)

• Water Service Agreement - 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive — introduced
  1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider Resolution R-15-22, which supports recommendations from the Anne Arundel County Coalition for Police Accountability. The committee will also hear a presentation from the Office of Community Services and approve minutes from the March 7, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution R-15-22 regarding police accountability board amendments
• Presentation by the Office of Community Services
• Approval of March 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee voted 2-1 to recommend favorably R-15-22, expressing support for the Anne Arundel County Coalition for Police Accountability recommendations and urging adoption as amendments to HB 16-22. The meeting also included a presentation from the Office of Community Services and approval of prior minutes.

• Approved agenda as amended to add Annapolis United Report (2-0, Gay absent)
• Approved minutes for March 7, 2022 regular meeting (2-0, Gay absent)
• Recommended favorably R-15-22 on police accountability (2-1, Pindell Charles nay)

Rules and City Government Committee

The committee will discuss historic preservation furniture guidelines for outdoor fixtures. Members will also consider a resolution regarding police accountability recommendations in Anne Arundel County. Additionally, the appointment of Jim Martin to the Arts in Public Places Commission is on the agenda.

• Appointment of Jim Martin to the Arts in Public Places Commission
• Discussion of historic preservation furniture guidelines for outdoor fixtures
• First reading of Resolution R-15-22 regarding police accountability recommendations

City Council

The Annapolis City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a proposed closed session. The session will involve receiving a status update and considering matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.

• Proposed closed session (ID-69-22) regarding collective bargaining negotiations

City Council

The Annapolis City Council is reviewing several proposed ordinances and resolutions. These include a pilot program for outdoor dining in private parking lots and a water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive.

• Resolution expressing support for affordable housing at the Spa Road Site
• $60,000 supplemental appropriation for fleet supplies
• Proposed ordinance to modify special event permitting procedures
• Water service agreement for 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive
• Pilot program study for outdoor dining in private parking lots

The Annapolis City Council held a special virtual meeting and took several actions. It confirmed Michael La Place as Director of Planning and Zoning (R-18-22) by suspending rules and adopting on second reader. The council also adopted on final reading an ordinance modifying time restrictions for peddlers (O-10-22) and a resolution prioritizing HACA redevelopment projects (R-13-22, as amended). Several items were introduced on first reader, including a pilot program for outdoor dining in private parking lots (R-22-22).

• Confirmed Michael La Place as Director of Planning and Zoning (R-18-22) (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance modifying peddler time restrictions (O-10-22) on third reader (9-0)
• Adopted resolution prioritizing HACA redevelopment projects (R-13-22) as amended (9-0)
• Adopted resolution adding Juneteenth Parade and Festival to FY2022 special events (R-14-22) (9-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation for Fleet operations (SA-19-22)
• Approved fund transfer for Elections, Fleet, and Non-Allocated (FT-5-22)
• Approved consent calendar including Stanton Center donation (SA-15-22) (9-0)
• Introduced pilot program for commercial outdoor dining in private parking lots (R-22-22) on first reader

• Sidewalk Café - Defined — introduced
• Water Service Agreement - 1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive — introduced
  1049 Chesapeake Harbour Drive
• Affordable Housing Development - Spa Road Site — introduced
  Spa Road Site
• Pilot Program to Study Commercial Outdoor Dining in Privately Owned Parking Lots — introduced
• Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis - Project Prioritization — introduced

City Council

The City Council is considering a proposed closed session regarding public security. The discussion would cover the deployment of fire and police services and the implementation of emergency plans.

• Proposed closed session ID-71-22 regarding fire and police deployment and emergency plans

The Annapolis City Council held a special meeting and voted 8-1 to enter a closed session to discuss public security, including deployment of fire and police services and emergency plans. The closed session lasted from 6:03 p.m. to 6:53 p.m., after which the meeting adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for public security discussion (8-1)
• Adjourned special meeting at 6:54 p.m.

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee is reviewing resolution R-13-22, which proposes prioritizing all redevelopment projects for the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA). The agenda also includes a presentation on the No Harm VIP Program.

• Resolution R-13-22 regarding HACA redevelopment project prioritization
• Presentation: No Harm VIP Program (ID-43-22)
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022, special meeting

• Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis - Project Prioritization — introduced

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation from the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA). The agenda includes discussions regarding audited financials, organizational charts, and consent decree compliance.

• Presentation by HACA regarding audited financials and organization charts
• Review of Second Consent Decree Compliance Report
• Discussion of R-13-22 First Reader and Fiscal Impact Note

Economic Matters Committee

The Economic Matters Committee will consider ordinance O-10-22 to modify time periods for certain licensed merchants. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and updates from economic development officials.

• Ordinance O-10-22 regarding time restrictions for peddlers, hawkers, and itinerant merchants
• Appointment of Christopher Ledoux to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Presentation from Downtown Partnership
• Updates from Economic Development and Small/Minority Business Enterprise staff

The Economic Matters Committee voted to recommend favorably the appointment of Christopher Ledoux to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (AP-23-22) and the ordinance O-10-22 modifying time restrictions for peddlers, hawkers, and itinerant merchants. Both recommendations passed unanimously (3-0). The committee also heard updates from the Downtown Partnership and city economic development staff, but took no action on those items.

• Recommended favorably appointment of Christopher Ledoux to Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-10-22 modifying peddler/hawker time restrictions (3-0)
• Approved minutes of regular meeting (2-0, 1 abstention)

• Peddlers, Hawkers, and Itinerant Merchants - Time Restrictions — introduced

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several fund transfers and supplemental appropriations related to city operations. These items include budget adjustments for fleet supplies, election funds, and the Stanton Center. The committee will also receive an update from the Finance Director.

• $120,000 transfer from Fleet Salaries and benefits to Fleet Supplies and Other
• $60,000 transfer from Elections Supplies and Other to Non-Allocated funds
• $1,000 appropriation for Stanton Center contractual services via donation
• $60,000 supplemental appropriation for Fleet Operations supplies

The Finance Committee approved three fund transfers and supplemental appropriations, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. The committee also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and received updates from the Finance Director on budget, union negotiations, and other topics.

• Approved minutes for regular meeting FC03.02.22 (3-0)
• Approved fund transfer FT-5-22 for fleet and elections (3-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation SA-15-22 for Stanton Center donation (3-0)
• Approved supplemental appropriation SA-19-22 for fleet operations (3-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding local business regulations, special events, and police accountability. The agenda also includes a large federal transit grant application and updates to the city's electric mobility plan.

• $3,834,103 grant application for transit operations and bus replacements
• Proposed time restrictions for peddlers, hawkers, and itinerant merchants
• Addition of the Juneteenth Parade and Festival to city-sponsored events
• Update to the Capital Budget to include a 100% Electric Mobility Plan
• $234,000 fund transfer for Maynard Burgess construction

The City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a final adoption of the stormwater illicit discharge ordinance (O-38-21) with amendments, and the 100% Electric Mobility Plan (O-40-21). The council also passed first-reader items on special events, restaurant standards, and a resolution supporting police accountability recommendations. A motion to suspend rules for immediate passage of a transit grant resolution failed, but a second motion succeeded, and the resolution was adopted.

• Adopted O-38-21 (illicit discharges/stormwater) as amended on third reader (9-0)
• Adopted O-40-21 (100% Electric Mobility Plan) as amended on third reader (9-0)
• Adopted O-4-22 (aggressive panhandling) as amended on third reader (9-0)
• Adopted O-8-22 (Market House alcoholic beverages) on third reader (8-0, Mayor abstained)
• Adopted R-16-22 (transit grant application) on second reader (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted R-15-22 (police accountability recommendations) on first reader (7-1, 1 abstention)
• Adopted O-11-22, O-12-22, R-13-22, R-14-22 on first reader (voice votes)
• Confirmed appointments to Conservancy Board, Board of Supervisors of Elections, and Port Wardens (voice vote)

• Transfer from City Facility Improvements to Maynard Burgess for construction
  $234,000
• Peddlers, Hawkers, and Itinerant Merchants - Time Restrictions
• Standard Restaurants - B1 District Special Exceptions
• Special Events Permitting Procedures
• Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis - Project Prioritization
• Filing of Grant Application with the Maryland Transit Administration
  $3.8M
• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater
• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan

Environmental Matters Committee

The Environmental Matters Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding stormwater regulation and mooring permit requirements. The meeting also includes adding an electric mobility plan to the capital budget and considering several board appointments.

• Ordinance O-38-21 regarding stormwater discharge regulations
• Ordinance O-40-21 adding a 100% Electric Mobility Plan to the capital budget
• Ordinance O-2-22 regarding mooring permit use requirements
• Appointments for the Annapolis Conservancy Board, Environmental Commission, and Port Wardens

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended favorably two ordinances with amendments: O-38-21 regulating illicit stormwater discharges and O-40-21 adding a 100% Electric Annapolis Mobility Plan to the FY2022 capital budget. It also recommended appointments to the Annapolis Conservancy Board and Port Wardens, and postponed a mooring permit forfeiture ordinance to the next meeting.

• Recommended O-38-21 (illicit stormwater discharges) with amendments (3-0)
• Recommended O-40-21 (100% Electric Annapolis Mobility Plan) with amendments (3-0)
• Postponed O-2-22 (mooring permit forfeiture) to next committee meeting (3-0)
• Recommended John Henry Turner to Annapolis Conservancy Board (3-0)
• Recommended Harold Seigel to Port Wardens (3-0)
• No action taken on Briana Yancy appointment to Environmental Commission

• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater — introduced
• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan — introduced
• Mooring Permits - Forfeiture — introduced

Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing Ordinance O-40-21 at its first reading. This ordinance proposes adding a 100% Electric Annapolis Mobility Plan to the Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The plan includes electric vehicles, boats, and associated support infrastructure.

• First reading of Ordinance O-40-21 regarding an electric mobility plan
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2022 meeting
• Update from Transportation Board Chair Kurt Riegel

The Transportation Committee voted unanimously to recommend favorably O-40-21, which adds the 100% Electric Annapolis Mobility Plan to the FY2022 Capital Budget. The plan includes electric vehicles, boats, and associated support infrastructure. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and heard public testimony and updates from the Transportation Acting Director and Board Chair.

• Approved meeting agenda as amended (3-0)
• Approved minutes for the regular meeting TC02.09.22 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-40-21, 100% Electric Mobility Plan (3-0)

• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan — introduced

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review Ordinance O-4-22, which seeks to clarify that aggressive panhandling is a misdemeanor offense. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Office of Emergency Management.

• Ordinance O-4-22 regarding aggressive panhandling
• Office of Emergency Management Department Presentation (ID-48-22)
• Approval of minutes for February 7 and February 16 meetings

The Public Safety Committee voted unanimously to recommend favorably an amended version of O-4-22, which clarifies aggressive panhandling as a misdemeanor. The amendment, which strikes certain lines and inserts a period after 'safety', was also approved unanimously. The committee also approved minutes from previous meetings and heard a presentation from the Office of Emergency Management.

• Approved minutes for regular meeting PSC02.07.22 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for special meeting PSC02.16.22 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably Amendment 1 to O-4-22 (3-0)
• Recommended O-4-22 with amendments (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a first reading of Ordinance O-40-21 to add an electric mobility plan to the Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget. This plan includes electric vehicles, boats, and associated support infrastructure. The committee will also review fund transfers and receive an update from the Finance Director.

• First reading of Ordinance O-40-21 (Electric Mobility Plan)
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 special meeting
• Review of fund transfers
• Update from Finance Director Jodee Dickinson

• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan — introduced

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including new fire prevention codes and rental license clarifications. They will also hold a public hearing regarding the Hillman Garage parking concession agreement. Additionally, the council will consider various appointments to city commissions and boards.

• Fire Prevention Code ordinance requiring property owners to install sprinkler systems
• Lease agreement with AT&T Mobility Corporation for City-owned property
• Public hearing for the Hillman Garage parking concession agreement
• Updates to the Fiscal Year 2022 Building Code fees schedule
• Clarifications for short-term rental operator licenses

The Annapolis City Council approved the Hillman Garage parking concession agreement with Annapolis Mobility and Resilience Partners, LLC, including an amendment requiring the City to find alternative funding for public transit if concession funds become unavailable. The council also passed ordinances on fire sprinkler systems, an AT&T lease, water/sewer services, and short-term rental licenses, among other items.

• Approved R-9-22 Hillman Garage parking concession agreement (9-0)
• Adopted O-1-22 fire sprinkler ordinance as amended (8-1)
• Adopted O-3-22 AT&T lease agreement as amended (9-0)
• Adopted O-5-22 water and sewer services ordinance (9-0)
• Adopted O-7-22 rental operator's license ordinance (8-1)
• Adopted R-34-21 FY2022 building code fees schedule as amended (9-0)
• Adopted R-8-22 supporting Anne Arundel County gun literature bill (9-0)
• Adopted R-10-22 and R-11-22 authorizing itinerant merchant and non-profit vendor sales (9-0 each)

• Annapolis Parking Concession Agreement - Hillman Garage
  Hillman Garage parking facility
• New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Mobility Corporation - Lease Agreement
  certain City-owned property within the City of Annapolis

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing R-9-22 to express support for a parking concession agreement at the Hillman Garage. The proposed agreement is between the City of Annapolis and Annapolis Mobility and Resilience Partners, LLC.

• R-9-22: Parking concession agreement for Hillman Garage
• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2022 meeting

The Finance Committee met virtually and approved the minutes of the February 16 regular meeting. The committee received a debt capacity update and presentations on the Hillman Garage debt financing from Davenport Public Finance and Eileen Fogarty, with city staff and council members present. No action was taken on R-9-22, the resolution supporting the Annapolis Parking Concession Agreement for the Hillman Garage.

• Approved minutes of the February 16 regular meeting (3-0)
• Adopted special meeting agenda as amended to include presentations (3-0)
• Heard debt capacity update and Hillman Garage financing presentations; no action taken
• Took no action on R-9-22 (Hillman Garage parking concession agreement)

• Annapolis Parking Concession Agreement - Hillman Garage — introduced
  Hillman Garage parking facility

Housing and Human Welfare Committee

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee will elect a new chairman and review two appointments to the Education Commission. The meeting also includes presentations from the Office of Community Services and the No Harm VIP Program.

• Election of Chairman pursuant to City Code Section 2.16.120
• Appointment of Cori O. Mackall to the Education Commission
• Appointment of Jayme Weaver to the Education Commission
• Presentation from the Office of Community Services
• Presentation on the No Harm VIP Program

The Housing and Human Welfare Committee elected Alderman Gay as its chairman for a one-year term, effective February 22, 2022. It also recommended favorably the appointments of Cori O. Mackall and Jayme Weaver to the Education Commission. The committee heard presentations from the Office of Community Services and the No Harm VIP Program. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

• Elected Alderman Gay as Chairman of the Housing and Human Welfare Committee for a one-year term (Feb 22, 2022 – Feb 22, 2023).
• Recommended favorably AP-19-22, the appointment of Cori O. Mackall to the Education Commission.
• Recommended favorably AP-20-22, the appointment of Jayme Weaver to the Education Commission.

City Council

The Standing Committee will hold a work session to review two presentations. The committee will hear about the 2021 municipal elections and recommendations for future elections, as well as the Form-Based Code Initiative.

• 2021 City of Annapolis Municipal Elections & Recommendations for Future Elections
• Form-Based Code Initiative presentation

• Form-Based Code Initiative

Economic Matters Committee

The Economic Matters Committee recommended favorably all five appointments (AP-2-22, AP-3-22, AP-4-22, AP-5-22, AP-41-21) and all five ordinances (O-38-21, O-1-22, O-3-22, O-7-22, O-8-22) before it, with Alderman Gay absent. The committee also elected Alderman Schandelmeier as chairman for the next year. All votes were 2-0 with one absence.

• Elected Alderman Schandelmeier as Chairman of the Economic Matters Committee for a one-year term.
• Recommended favorably the appointment of Michael Tomasini to the Maritime Advisory Board (AP-2-22).
• Recommended favorably the appointment of Emily Tomasini to the Recreation Advisory Board (AP-3-22).
• Recommended favorably the appointment of Alan Miller to the Maritime Advisory Board (AP-4-22).
• Recommended favorably the re-appointment of Peter Trogdon to the Maritime Advisory Board (AP-5-22).
• Recommended favorably the appointment of Reid C. Bowman to the Heritage Commission (AP-41-21).
• Recommended favorably the ordinance on illicit discharges and connections to stormwater (O-38-21).
• Recommended favorably the ordinance on fire prevention code and sprinkler systems (O-1-22).

• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater — introduced
• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems — introduced
• New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility Corporation) Lease Agreement — introduced
• Rental Operator’s License — introduced
• Alcoholic Beverages - The Market House — introduced
  The Market House

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review two new ordinances for a first reading. One ordinance concerns requirements for property owners to install sprinkler systems, while the other addresses aggressive panhandling. The Police Department will also present on the implementation of the Maryland Police Reform Act.

• Ordinance O-1-22: Requiring property owners to install sprinkler systems
• Ordinance O-4-22: Classifying aggressive panhandling as a misdemeanor offense
• Police Department presentation on Maryland Police Reform Act implementation

The Public Safety Committee voted 3-0 to recommend favorably O-1-22, which requires property owners to install sprinkler systems and establishes a loan program. The committee also voted 3-0 to postpone O-4-22, which would clarify aggressive panhandling as a misdemeanor, until its next meeting. The committee heard a presentation from Police Chief Jackson on Maryland Police Reform Act implementation.

• Approved agenda as amended to hear ID-15-22 before legislation
• Recommended favorably O-1-22 (sprinkler systems) by a 3-0 vote
• Postponed O-4-22 (aggressive panhandling) to next meeting by a 3-0 vote

• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems — introduced

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss a five-year transit budget analysis and review several proposed ordinances. These include an electric mobility plan for vehicles and boats, as well as new requirements for sprinkler systems under the Fire Prevention Code.

• O-40-21: Adding an electric mobility plan to the FY 2022 Capital Budget and CIP
• O-1-22: Ordinance regarding sprinkler system installation and loan eligibility
• R-34-21: Technical corrections to the FY 2022 Building Code fees schedule
• ID-27-22: Five-year analysis of the transit budget

• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan — introduced
• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems — introduced

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings on an electric mobility plan and alcoholic beverage modifications at the Market House. The agenda also includes appointments to the Planning Commission and a second reading of an emergency declaration regarding construction site pollution.

• Public hearing on adding electric vehicles and boats to the Capital Improvement Program
• $112,000 supplemental appropriation for Maryland Transportation Authority grant funds
• Proposed changes to alcoholic beverage types allowed at the Market House
• Emergency declaration regarding pollution discharges from construction sites
• Appointments of Thomas Sfakiyanudis and Teresa Davies to the Planning Commission

• Grant Fund - Transportation - Maryland Transportation Authority
  $112,000
• Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program - 100% Electric Mobility Plan — introduced
• Alcoholic Beverages - The Market House — introduced
  The Market House
• Off-Street Parking Requirements - Food Establishments — introduced
• Annapolis Parking Concession Agreement - Hillman Garage — introduced
  Hillman Garage parking facility
• Itinerant Merchant Sales in the Historic District - 2022 — introduced
  Historic District
• Non-Profit Vendors During Fall 2022 Boat Shows — introduced
  City Dock area of the Historic District
• An Emergency Declaration Concerning Pollution Discharges — introduced

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a concession agreement for the Hillman Garage. The agenda also includes a proposal for a closed session. Members of the public may attend this virtual meeting but will not be permitted to speak or provide comments.

• Concession Agreement for Hillman Garage (ID-4-22)
• Proposed Closed Session of the City Council

The City Council met in a special virtual session and voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss a concession agreement for Hillman Garage, citing Maryland code exemptions. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council adjourned after exiting the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for Hillman Garage concession discussion (9-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed session (voice vote)

• Concession Agreement for Hillman Garage

Environmental Matters Committee

The Environmental Matters Committee is reviewing several first-reading ordinances regarding stormwater discharges, mooring permits, and water and sewer services. The meeting also includes appointments to the Annapolis Conservancy Board and the Environmental Commission. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on resilience and sustainability projects.

• Ordinance O-38-21 regarding stormwater illicit discharges and connections
• Ordinance O-2-22 regarding mooring permit forfeiture and use requirements
• Ordinance O-5-22 regarding water and sewer service connections and meters
• Appointment of John Henry Turner to the Annapolis Conservancy Board
• Appointment of Briana Yancy to the Environmental Commission

The Environmental Matters Committee recommended favorably O-5-22, which clarifies rules for tapping public water and sewer lines, requiring individual meters and cleanouts. All other items were postponed: appointments to the Annapolis Conservancy Board and Environmental Commission, an illicit discharge ordinance, and a mooring permit forfeiture ordinance. The committee also discussed an emergency declaration on pollution discharges but took no action.

• Recommended favorably O-5-22 (water and sewer services) (3-0)
• Postponed AP-6-22 (Conservancy Board appointment) until next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed AP-7-22 (Environmental Commission appointment) until next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed O-38-21 (illicit discharges) until amendments received (3-0)
• Postponed O-2-22 (mooring permits) until next meeting (3-0)

• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater — introduced
• Mooring Permits - Forfeiture — introduced
• Public Services - Water and Sewer — introduced

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will elect a new chairman pursuant to City Code. Members will discuss the analysis of the Free Fare Report, including reviews of transit fare comments and the FY2018-2019 revenue summary. The meeting also includes an update from the Transportation Board Chair.

• Election of Chairman
• Analysis of ID-18-22 Free Fare Report
• Review of FY2018-2019 Revenue Summary
• Update from Transportation Board Chair Kurt Riegel

The Transportation Committee elected Alderwoman O'Neill as chair for a one-year term and discussed the Free Fare Report with the acting transportation director. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Adopted regular meeting agenda (2-0, 1 absent)
• Elected Alderwoman O'Neill as chair for Feb 9, 2022–Feb 9, 2023 (2-0, 1 absent)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review an ordinance regarding requirements for property owners to install fire sprinkler systems and the establishment of a loan fund. Members will also discuss modifications to the use requirements for mooring permits in City waters. Additionally, the Police Department is scheduled to give a presentation.

• Ordinance O-1-22 regarding fire sprinkler system installation and compliance
• Ordinance O-2-22 regarding mooring permit use requirements
• Police Department presentation by Chief Jackson
• Approval of minutes from the January 24, 2022, special meeting

The committee met virtually and approved the agenda and minutes from the prior special meeting. Police Chief Jackson and other officials presented on Maryland Police Reform Act implementation and answered questions. Two ordinances (O-1-22 on sprinkler systems and O-2-22 on mooring permits) were discussed but no action was taken on either.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes for special meeting PSC01.24.22 (3-0)
• Heard police department presentation on Maryland Police Reform Act implementation
• No action taken on O-1-22 (fire prevention code - sprinkler systems)
• No action taken on O-2-22 (mooring permits - forfeiture)

• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems — introduced
• Mooring Permits - Forfeiture — introduced

Rules and City Government Committee

The Rules & City Government Committee will discuss a lease agreement with AT&T Mobility Corporation for city property. The agenda also includes updates to short-term rental operator's licenses and changes to the exempt service position classification. Additionally, the committee will consider several commission appointments and elect a new chairman.

• Lease agreement with AT&T Mobility Corporation for city-owned property
• Updates to short-term rental operator’s license eligibility and definitions
• Removal of Development/Events Specialist position from exempt service classification
• Appointments to the Planning Commission and Arts in Public Places Commission

The Rules and City Government Committee recommended favorably several appointments and ordinances, including the AT&T small cell lease agreement with an amendment, a rental operator's license clarification, and an exempt service position classification update. It also postponed one appointment and elected Alderwoman Finlayson as chair.

• Elected Alderwoman Finlayson as Chair for 2022-2023 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-15-22: Thomas Sfakiyanudis to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Postponed AP-16-22: Jim Martin to Arts in Public Places Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-17-22: Teresa Davies to Planning Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-37-21: Exempt Service position classification update (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-3-22: AT&T small cell lease agreement with amendment (3-0)
• Recommended favorably O-7-22: Rental operator's license clarification (3-0)

• Lease Agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility Corporation) — introduced
• Rental Operator’s License Update — introduced

Finance Committee

The Annapolis Finance Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding required sprinkler system installations for property owners. The committee will also consider supplemental appropriations, including a $112,000 transportation grant. Additionally, members will discuss City Dock financing and FEMA hazard mitigation funds.

• Ordinance O-1-22: Fire Prevention Code sprinkler system requirements
• $112,000 Maryland Transportation Authority grant for transportation
• $1,000 donation for Stanton Center recreation and parks
• Re-appointment of James A. Cardillo to the Financial Advisory Commission
• Resolution R-34-21: Building Code fee schedule corrections

The Annapolis Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend favorably a $112,000 state grant for transportation (SA-18-22) and the reappointment of James A. Cardillo to the Financial Advisory Commission. They postponed a supplemental appropriation for the Stanton Center (SA-15-22) and the sprinkler ordinance (O-1-22) to the next meeting. The committee also discussed a FEMA hazard mitigation grant and city dock financing, and postponed a building fee schedule resolution (R-34-21) after creating a new permit fee category.

• Recommended favorably SA-18-22, $112,000 state grant for transportation (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-18-22, reappointment of James A. Cardillo to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Postponed SA-15-22, $1,000 donation for Stanton Center, to next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed O-1-22, sprinkler system ordinance, to next meeting (3-0)
• Postponed R-34-21, FY2022 fee schedule, to next meeting (3-0)
• Created new permit fee category of $25 for permits $0-$500 (3-0)

• Maryland Transportation Authority Grant Fund
  $112,000
• FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant - Public Works
• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems — introduced
• Fiscal Year 2022 Fees Schedule - Building Code — introduced

City Council

The Annapolis City Council is holding a special virtual work session to review a presentation regarding a concession agreement for the Hillman Garage. This item was requested by City Manager Jarrell. The public may attend this session but will not have an opportunity to provide comments.

• Presentation on Concession Agreement for Hillman Garage (ID-268-21)

• Concession Agreement for Hillman Garage
  Hillman Garage

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Noah Hillman Parking Garage. The agenda also includes a proposal for a closed session in accordance with Maryland law.

• Discussion regarding Noah Hillman Parking Garage (ID-4-22)
• Proposed closed session under Maryland Code Section 3-305 (b) (7) and (14)

The City Council met virtually and voted 8-0 to enter a closed session to discuss a concession agreement for Hillman Garage, citing Maryland code provisions. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council exited the closed session and adjourned without taking any public action.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for Hillman Garage concession discussion (8-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed session (voice vote)

• Noah Hillman Parking Garage discussion

City Council

The Council is reviewing several appointments to the Financial Advisory Commission and Annapolis Conservancy Board. Public hearings are scheduled for ordinances regarding fire safety, mooring permits, and panhandling. The agenda also includes various supplemental appropriations and fund transfers for city departments.

• $389,274 FEMA grant for City Harbor Flood Mitigation
• Public hearing on Fire Prevention Code sprinkler requirements
• Proposed ordinance to classify aggressive panhandling as a misdemeanor
• $72,600 transfer from the Contingency Fund to various city departments
• AT&T lease agreement for city-owned property

The Annapolis City Council held a special meeting on January 24, 2022, approving several supplemental appropriations, fund transfers, and appointments. Notably, they approved a $389,274 FEMA hazard mitigation grant for the City Harbor Flood Mitigation Capital Project, and a $184,015 transit operating grant. The council also passed resolutions on first and second reader, including one supporting Hurricane Ida small business financing for Tucker Automotive, and adopted a resolution declaring pollution discharges from construction sites unacceptable. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved SA-16-22: $389,274 FEMA grant for City Harbor Flood Mitigation (voice vote)
• Approved SA-11-22: $184,015 transit operating grant (voice vote)
• Approved FT-3-22: $72,600 contingency fund transfer (voice vote)
• Adopted R-6-22 on second reader: Hurricane Ida small business financing for Tucker Automotive (9-0)
• Adopted R-7-22 on first reader: emergency declaration on pollution discharges (voice vote)
• Defeated motion to suspend rules for R-7-22 second reader (voice vote)
• Confirmed appointments to Conservancy Board and Financial Advisory Commission (voice votes)
• Approved consent calendar including multiple supplemental appropriations (9-0)

• Grant Fund - Transportation - Maryland Department of Transportation
  $184,015
• Capital Project Fund - Public Works - FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for City Harbor Flood Mitigation
  $389,274
• Fire Prevention Code - Sprinkler Systems

Public Safety Committee

The committee will conduct an election for a new Chairman pursuant to City Code. The meeting also includes a presentation by Fire Department Chief Remaley regarding 2021 AFD.

• Election of Committee Chairman
• Fire Department presentation by Chief Remaley

The committee elected Alderwoman Pindell Charles as chair for a one-year term. The Fire Department gave a presentation on 2021 activities, and the meeting adjourned after discussion.

• Elected Alderwoman Pindell Charles as chairman for Jan 24, 2022 – Jan 24, 2023 (3-0)
• Adopted the special meeting agenda (3-0)

City Council

The Annapolis City Council will hold a work session to review presentations from two bodies. The agenda includes a report from the Charter Revision Commission and findings from the Annapolis Transit Board. Members of the public may attend but are not permitted to provide comments during this meeting.

• Charter Revision Commission Report to Council (ID-244-21)
• Annapolis Transit Board Findings & Recommendations (ID-267-21)

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing appointments to the Financial Advisory Commission and several supplemental appropriations. These items include grants for transit, emergency management, and harbor flood mitigation. The meeting also includes a report from the Financial Advisory Commission.

• $389,274 FEMA grant for City Harbor Flood Mitigation
• $184,015 in transit revenue and expenses from the Maryland Department of Transportation
• Appointments and re-appointments to the Financial Advisory Commission
• $72,600 transfer from the Contingency Fund to various city departments
• Federal grants for the Office of Emergency Management

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended favorable action on appointments to the Financial Advisory Commission and multiple supplemental appropriations and fund transfers. It also postponed one donation-related appropriation pending consultation with the donor.

• Recommended favorably AP-9-22: N. Perry Hepworth to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-10-22: Bob Burdon re-appointment to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-11-22: Frank A. Brown re-appointment to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-12-22: Edward Meehan re-appointment to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-13-22: Frederick Sussman re-appointment to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-14-22: Patrick Bannon to Financial Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Recommended favorably supplemental appropriations SA-9-22 through SA-17-22 (each 3-0)
• Postponed SA-15-22 (Stanton Center donation) pending donor consultation (3-0)

• FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant - City Harbor Flood Mitigation Capital Project
  $389,274

Environmental Matters Committee

The committee will conduct a first reading of an ordinance regulating stormwater discharges and illicit connections. The agenda also includes appointments to the Annapolis Conservancy Board and Environmental Commission, along with a discussion on the Parkside Preserve Project.

• First reading of Ordinance O-38-21 regarding stormwater discharges
• Appointment of John Henry Turner to the Annapolis Conservancy Board
• Appointment of Briana Yancy to the Environmental Commission
• Appointment of Patrick R. Browning to the Annapolis Conservancy Board
• Discussion of the Parkside Preserve Project

The Environmental Matters Committee elected Alderman Savidge as chairman for a one-year term and recommended favorably the appointment of Patrick R. Browning to the Annapolis Conservancy Board. No action was taken on two other appointments (AP-6-22 and AP-7-22) because nominees were absent, and the committee deferred action on stormwater ordinance O-38-21 pending further discussion.

• Elected Alderman Savidge as Chairman for term Jan 18, 2022 – Jan 18, 2023 (3-0)
• Recommended favorably AP-8-22: Appointment of Patrick R. Browning to Annapolis Conservancy Board (3-0)
• Took no action on AP-6-22: Appointment of John Henry Turner to Annapolis Conservancy Board
• Took no action on AP-7-22: Appointment of Briana Yancy to Environmental Commission
• Took no action on O-38-21: Illicit Discharges and Connections stormwater ordinance

• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater — introduced

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several proposed ordinances and resolutions. These include updates to fire prevention codes, stormwater regulations, and medical cannabis zoning. The council will also consider grant funds for businesses impacted by Hurricane Ida.

• Proposed requirement for property owners to install sprinkler systems (O-1-22)
• Proposal to allow medical cannabis dispensaries in certain zoning districts (O-6-22)
• Lease agreement with AT&T Mobility Corporation for City property (O-3-22)
• Grant funds for businesses impacted by Hurricane Ida (R-2-22, R-3-22, R-4-22)
• Regulation of stormwater discharges and illicit connections (O-38-21)

• Illicit Discharges and Connections - Stormwater — introduced
• New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Mobility Corporation - Lease Agreement — introduced
• Public Services - Water and Sewer — introduced
• Medical Cannabis Dispensaries — introduced