November 10, 2024 Newsletter
Happy Sunday, Ward One!
Last weekend’s Slaughter Across the Water was such a joy to be apart of. In Julien Jacques’ photo above, you can see me leading the Annapolis side for tug #2. While the official result was a draw, we still made sure those traitorous Eastporters don’t have bragging rights for the next year. My favorite part of the event was meeting the many dedicated volunteers who make this happen every year and have raised close to a million dollars for local charities. Whether you tugged, volunteered, or just showed up to watch, thanks for participating in this fun tradition!
Updates from Harry
First, I’d like to ask you to click the button directly above and forward this email to a few of your neighbors. I hear all the time from residents how much they appreciated former-Alderwoman Tierney’s regular communications and want me to do the same. The more residents who are engaging directly with city government, the better.
In my last email, I announced regular weekly listening sessions every Wednesday at Acton’s Cove Park, and these will continue. But I have to cancel on November 20, as I’ll be out of town for a professional development conference. See you again on November 13 and November 27. Beginning in December, these will move indoors for three months.
I’ll continue to prioritize seeing you in person at these listening sessions, community events (like Slaughter Across the Water), and over your kitchen tables. Let me know if you’d like to host a meet and greet for your block, friend group, or local organization.
Thank you all so much for the honor of representing you! Never hesitate to contact me at aldhuntley@annapolis.gov.
City council agenda
Call To Order
Mayor Buckley
Invocation
Alderwoman Pindell Charles
Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Buckley
Roll Call
City Clerk Watkins-Eldridge
Approval of Agenda
Proposed Closed Session
ID-170-24 A Proposed Closed Session - Pursuant to the Annotated Code of Maryland, General Provisions, Section 3-305(b)(9). Discussion topic: Legal Advice from Counsel
This closed session is to receive advice from the City Attorney on the recent lawsuit filed about the city dock resiliency project. My sense is that this lawsuit is unserious, but I look forward to getting serious advice from our counsel, who needs the ability to speak freely.
Informational Items
ID-168-24 Introduction of the new poet laureate, Jefferson Holland
Petitions, Reports & Communications
Update from Mayor
Mayor Buckley
Reports by Committees
Comments by the General Public
Remember, you can come to any city council meeting to tell us about what’s important to you and your neighborhood!
Consent Calendar
CCM 10.14.24 Regular Meeting Minutes
CCM 10.28.24 Special Meeting Minutes
CCM 10.17.24 Closed Special Meeting Minutes
SA-11-25 Grant - APD - Maryland’s Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention & Policy
SA-12-25 Grant - APD - Maryland Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention & Policy - State Grant Revenue
SA-13-25 General - Office of the Mayor - Sponsorship from Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area Inc.
SA-14-25 Grant - APD - County Grant Revenue (Anne Arundel County)
AP-10-24 Appointment - Mr. Patrick Hogan - Ethics Commission
AP-53-24 Appointment - Everett Bellamy - Planning Commission
Business & Miscellaneous
SA-15-25 General - City Manager - Reserve for One-Time Uses
FT-3-25 Capital - Department of Public Works
Charter Amendment and Ordinance First Readers
CA-2-24 FY 2025 City of Annapolis Departmental Reorganization
This and three other pieces of legislation will formalize Human Resources and Integrated Technology Solutions as independent departments, move several exempt positions onto a new executive scale, and update some pay rule language. The move to the executive scale will put the City in line with the practices of peer jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel County. The changes to the pay rules will open up changes to the rules and regulations of the personnel system, which will enable the City to more effectively address pay inequities and retention issues.
O-28-24 Police Department - Property and Contraband Disposal
Adds a requirement for the police chief to follow Maryland state law when disposing of forfeited vehicles.
O-31-24 Mobile Food Service Vendors' Signage
This adds some commonsense guardrails on the types of signs food trucks can have, such as not obstructing traffic.
O-32-24 Fire Sprinkler System Requirement Clarification
I have not received sufficient explanation of this bill from staff. The report is somewhat contradictory. While safety is of course important, we know that sprinkler requirements can stymie dynamic preservation of historic buildings. I want more information on this bill before taking a position.
O-34-24 FY 2025 Changes in Exempt Service Job Classifications
This and three other pieces of legislation will formalize Human Resources and Integrated Technology Solutions as independent departments, move several exempt positions onto a new executive scale, and update some pay rule language. The move to the executive scale will put the City in line with the practices of peer jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel County. The changes to the pay rules will open up changes to the rules and regulations of the personnel system, which will enable the City to more effectively address pay inequities and retention issues.
Resolution First Readers
R-51-24 2024 Go Bowling Military Bowl Parade and Football Game
This legislation identifies the Go Bowling Military Bowl Parade and Football Game that will be held on December 28, 2024, as a Major Special Event and waives fees for city support of it.
R-52-24 25-year Alex Haley Memorial Celebration
This legislation identifies the 25-year Alex Haley Memorial Celebration that will be held on December 9, 2024, as a Major Special Event and waives fees for city support of it.
R-53-24 FY 2025 Changes to Executive Pay Ranges
This and three other pieces of legislation will formalize Human Resources and Integrated Technology Solutions as independent departments, move several exempt positions onto a new executive scale, and update some pay rule language. The move to the executive scale will put the City in line with the practices of peer jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel County. The changes to the pay rules will open up changes to the rules and regulations of the personnel system, which will enable the City to more effectively address pay inequities and retention issues.
R-54-24 FY 2025 Changes in the Position Classifications and Pay Plan
This and three other pieces of legislation will formalize Human Resources and Integrated Technology Solutions as independent departments, move several exempt positions onto a new executive scale, and update some pay rule language. The move to the executive scale will put the City in line with the practices of peer jurisdictions, including Anne Arundel County. The changes to the pay rules will open up changes to the rules and regulations of the personnel system, which will enable the City to more effectively address pay inequities and retention issues.
Ordinance Second Readers
O-33-23 Expiration of Special Exceptions to City Zoning Requirements
Extends the period for which a granted special exception to zoning is allowed. This shoudl allow for projects approved by our board of appeals to have a little more flexibility in their timelines, ensuring the smartest projects get built.
O-20-24 Elections - Surplus Funds and Reporting Deadlines
This legislation updates election reporting deadlines and allows candidates to donate surplus funds to registered nonprofits, not just political parties.
Resolution Second Readers
R-43-24 Fees Schedule Updated for Title 4 - Elections
This adds fees to penalize candidates not filing their campaign finance disclosures on time.
R-50-24 2025 Salary Review Commission Members
This just appoints members to the commission reviewing apy for the mayor, council members, and city manager.
Adjournment
Other news you can use
The Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, hosted by the Fleet Reserve Association, will begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 11 on Memorial Circle at City Dock. There will be a short parade around Memorial Circle as part of the ceremony. All Veterans are invited.
The Youth Poetry Contest is accepting submissions until November 15th.
The Grand Illumination will occur December 1st, 3pm to 6pm, at Market Space Come out for an afternoon and evening of free entertainment, including Santa and the Christmas Tree Lighting. All of Market Space will be closed to vehicles for this event. Cornhill and Fleet Streets will be restricted to residents living on those streets during the event.
Please send me any events or other information you’d like advertised to your neighbors.
Have a great week, everyone!
Harry
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