Downtown: its legacy and its challenge
Downtown Annapolis is our town’s crown jewel. Its history, maritime charm, beautiful streets, unique shops and pedestrian scale all contribute to its enduring appeal. I view all of us as temporary stewards of this treasure 300 years in the making. It is our responsibility to preserve it, nurture it and [...]
Right now, the issue of special events at City Dock is the most visible element in the ongoing public discussion of what is best for downtown. Consistently, since 2006 (the date from which we have records of events approved in the City application process), City Dock has been the site of 27-32% of all [...]
Yesterday The Capital published a positive editorial that affirms the approach we are taking with the new Annapolis Economic Development Corporation. We owe this progress to the tremendous amount of time and hard work that the AEDC’s talented board and staff have given to retain, expand and attract businesses in our city. I [...]
Thank you to The Capital for publishing the following op-ed this weekend about the budget and the steps we are taking to get our fiscal house in order.
Guest Column: Taking steps to put Annapolis on solid financial footing
By JOSH COHEN
Published 06/12/11
Recent developments have undermined public confidence in the city’s ability to manage its finances.
Our downgraded [...]