CITY OF ANNAPOLIS PRIMARY ELECTION

TOMORROW, SEPT 21ST!

I wish to remind you that we are now in the midst of a very important primary election--the election at the Ward 3 poll location being

tomorrow, Tuesday, September 21, 2021. 

As your Alderwoman, I have enjoyed working tirelessly for our entire Ward and City, and I hope to continue to do so.  I can’t think of a situation in which you have brought a matter to my attention where I haven’t responded appropriately and in a timely manner.  If I haven’t, then please let me know.  I also consistently keep you informed.  With that being said, I am asking for your vote.  You have already received your actual ballot in the mail.  This is your actual ballot.  You can drop it in the drop box at Mt. Olive’s Life Center, 2 Hicks Avenue, at any time between now/today and tomorrow, Tuesday, September 21, no later than 8 p.m.  OR you can come to the poll location at Mt. Olive on tomorrow, Tuesday, September 21 no later than 8 p.m.  Unlike past elections, I have an aggressive opponent this time. You have seen his campaign signs all around.  Don’t be confused! 

Again, I am asking for your vote. Vote for Rhonda. 

Thank you.  And God Bless you all. 

By authority, Marvin Charles, Treasurer

TZU CHI  D.C REGION - ANNAPOLIS RELIEF

We are so thankful to the Tzu Chi volunteers that distributed cash cards and blankets to tornado affected Annapolis residents. Watch the beginning of this news coverage coverage video, followed by a few photos, to see Tzu Chi volunteers and residents at the tornado Community Resource Center located at Mt. Olive Community Life Center on September 11th.

TORNADO DAMAGE ASSISTANCE

From Your Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce...

Beware of storm chasing scammers. Here are some trusted members that can help with storm damage:

Fichtner Services

https://fichtnerservices.com/

Exterior Concepts

http://www.exteriorconcepts.net/

Affordable Basement Waterproofing

https://www.affordablebasementwaterproofinginc.com/

ServPro Annapolis & Severna Park

https://www.servproannapolissevernapark.com

The City of Annapolis has partnered with Blessed in Tech Ministries to set up a donation portal for collecting funds to be distributed to families in need. Click Here on updates from the City of Annapolis.

Click Here for Disaster Recovery Assistance for affected businesses from the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation.

The Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation has established The Impacted Workers Support Fund - Ida to provide financial assistance to those Anne Arundel County residents who were employed making $25/hr or less and temporarily or permanently lost employment and/or wages/income as a result of the damage caused by the storm. Click Here for details.

DEDICATION OF THE WARD 3 TAXI CAB MURAL

September 20th, 4:00pm

The City of Annapolis will dedicate a new mural on the side of the Samuel L. Gilmer Department of Transportation headquarters in Parole, 308 Chinquapin Round Road at 4 p.m. on Monday, September 20, 2021. The public is invited to attend the dedication. 

The mural honors more than 60 Annapolis individuals, (men and women) for “taking us in the right direction.” The mural was created and painted by Jeff Huntington and collaborators at Future History Now. The project was painted over the summer to honor the many African American taxi drivers throughout Annapolis’ history. 

The mural was completed by Future History Now with support from the Art in Public Places Commission (AIPPC) with financial backing from Severn Bank, Hyatt & Weber, ShoreGate Partners, Arason & Associations, Annapolis Carpet and Flooring, and others. 

Alderwoman Rhonda Pindell Charles, who advocated for the mural project, said, “the design is striking, and reminds us of the commitment of our taxi drivers and transit service operators to serve this community.” 

Mayor Gavin Buckley, a longtime champion of public art, added, “you have got to see this mural in person. It ‘drives’ home the importance of all manner of transportation options that make a City like Annapolis function. As we move to more green technologies and expanding mobility options in the City, we will continue to honor our history. 

DID YOU KNOW?

 Hispanic Heritage Month began September 15th and ends October 15th.

During this time, we celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean

and Central and South America. Click here for details! 

Remember...

Rhonda’s Public Safety “Mantra”:

Rhonda Pindell Charles, Esq. Alderwoman/Councilwoman, Ward 3, Annapolis, MD City Council AND Chair, Public Safety Standing Committee, Annapolis City Council--Police, Fire (including EMS/Paramedics), and the Office of Emergency Management

By law, the Public Safety Committee shall consider matters affecting public safety in the City. The Public Safety Committee shall review all proposed amendments to Title 11 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) and Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the City Code. First and foremost: The public’s safety is paramount. Moreover, as this legal obligation relates to the community’s residents, businesses, and visitors, the public’s safety, including the public’s peace, morals, and welfare, is best assured when its residents are: 1 - healthy; 2 - informed (i.e., educated); 3 - meaningfully engaged in the enhancement of our professional and volunteer workforce; 4 - good money managers of their finances; 5 - residing in safe and affordable housing communities; 6 - mobile (i.e., easily able to access adequate and affordable transportation when needed); 7 - pursuing social, community, entertainment, the arts, historical, and recreational activities; 8 - as well as possibly choosing to enlighten themselves spiritually. Therefore, the Public Safety Committee is committed to working as “One Annapolis”—an Annapolis that values everyOne; and where "HEALTHY LIVING STARTS HERE.".

• City of Annapolis, Department of Planning & Zoning, Office of Economic Development, link for businesses: 

https://www.annapolis.gov/598/Economic-Development

• Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce, link for businesses:

https://www.annearundelchamber.org