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Board of Appeals
The board will hold three public hearings. They will consider a setback variance for a garage at 111 Wardour Drive, an appeal regarding an ADU at 19 Boxwood Road, and a continued appeal on the expiration of the Athens Annapolis planned development and voided permits.
- VAR-2026-00003: setback variance for new garage at 111 Wardour Dr
- APL-2026-00014: appeal of ADU alteration at 19 Boxwood Rd
- APL-2026-00016: continued appeal on Athens Annapolis development expiration and voided permits
Port Wardens
The Board of Port Wardens will review the Harbormaster's annual report on mooring permits and consider a project for a new living shoreline. The primary discussion involves a reconsideration request for work at 109 Duke of Gloucester St.
- Harbormaster's annual report on all issued mooring permits
- Reconsideration of PORT-2026-00003: 650 linear feet of living shoreline at 109 Duke of Gloucester St. (St. Mary’s Parish)
Board of Supervisors of Elections
The Annapolis Board of Supervisors of Elections will meet virtually to approve June minutes and discuss a proposal to expand its own membership. Members will also review submitted campaign finance reports and address late filing fees or waivers. The agenda focuses on standard administrative oversight and board composition changes.
- CA-2-26: Proposal to expand Board of Supervisors of Elections membership
- Review of submitted campaign fund reports for local candidates/parties
- Review and processing of late filing fees and fee waivers
- Approval of June 18, 2026 meeting minutes
Historic Preservation Commission
The Annapolis Historic Preservation Commission holds a public hearing to decide on several Certificate of Approval applications for exterior changes to historic properties. Items include an appeal of a denied metal roof replacement, a living shoreline project, ADA ramp replacements, and various landscaping and structural improvements. The commission will also review pre-application for cultural legacy elements at City Dock.
- Appeal of denial for full metal roof replacement at 89 East Street
- Living shoreline creation at 109 Duke of Gloucester Street (St. Mary's Parish)
- ADA ramp repair and replacement on State Circle as city capital improvement
- Remove two trees and repair sidewalk at 248 Prince George Street
- Rooftop deck with elevator, exit stair, and ADA restrooms at 4 Church Circle (resubmission)
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Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed senior living facility and a new regulatory framework for rooming houses. The board is deciding on licensing and zoning standards for long-term rentals in private residences.
- Proposed senior living facility at 960 Bay Village Dr (SDP-2026-00012)
- Ordinance O-11-26 regarding long-term room rentals/boarding houses in private homes
- Updates to Title 21 zoning definitions and use tables for 'rooming house'
Building Board of Appeals
The Building Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three appeals: two appeals from property owners whose short-term rental license renewals were denied, and one appeal challenging a building permit approved after construction. The board may also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Appeal APL-2026-00018: 620 Bay Ridge Ave – denied renewal of short-term rental license RENT-000858-2025
- Appeal APL-2026-00019: 1012 Bay Ridge Ave – denied renewal of short-term rental license RENT-005842-2024
- Appeal APL-2025-00007: 17 Boxwood Rd – appealing permit BLDR-2024-00384 approved after construction
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a disciplinary hearing for Parole Liquors, accused of selling alcohol to a minor. The board will also consider multiple requests for special event alcohol licenses, including events at Maryland Hall, American Legion Post 141, and Naval Academy. Follow-ups on outstanding license renewals for Naty's Tex Mex and Peerless Rens Club are on the agenda.
- Disciplinary hearing for Ed & An Inc. (Parole Liquors) for selling to a minor at 2125 Forest Drive
- Extension of licensed premises for Maryland Hall's BloomHaven Summer Concert Series (July 12, Aug 16 & 29)
- Extension for Maryland Hall's City of Annapolis Day of the Dead (Oct 31)
- One-day beer licenses for Naval Academy Athletic Association: PLL All-Star Game (July 5) and Nitro Circus (Aug 23)
- Notification of closure for Pearl Restaurant and Bar at 26 Market Space for renovations
Police Chief Search Committee
The committee is meeting to refine the job description and candidate criteria for the next Police Chief. Members will also finalize the schedule and marketing for upcoming community listening sessions and a public survey.
- Review of draft job description and posting locations
- Finalization of dates and locations for two community engagement sessions
- Review of community listening session agenda
- Review of community survey
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold an administrative meeting to review a pre-application for exterior modifications at 114 Duke of Gloucester Street. The proposed work includes driveway expansion, landscaping changes, and a new hot tub installation. The commission will evaluate whether the plans align with historic district guidelines before a formal public hearing.
- Pre-application review for exterior landscaping and improvements at 114 Duke of Gloucester Street
- Review of new historic preservation violations and status of active cases
- Scheduling of next public hearing for July 14, 2026
Education Commission
The Annapolis Education Commission will elect officers and set goals for the upcoming school year. They will also receive updates on after-school care in the Annapolis cluster, AACPS summer meal sites, and transportation issues. Public testimony will be heard before these discussions.
- Election of officers for 2026-2027 school year
- Setting goals for 2026-2027 school year
- Update on after-care in Annapolis cluster from mayor's chief of staff
- Discussion of AACPS summer meal sites
- Transportation issues
Annapolis Environmental Commission
The Annapolis Environmental Commission will hear a presentation from Accelerate Resilience Los Angeles about their DePaveLA project, which mapped all paved surfaces in LA County. They will discuss how this might inform understanding of impervious surfaces in Annapolis. The commission will also discuss the Climate Action Plan, set the remainder of 2026 meeting schedule, and address commission vacancies and outreach efforts.
- DePaveLA presentation: first comprehensive pavement analysis of Los Angeles County
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan
- Setting meeting schedule for remainder of 2026
- Commission vacancies: outreach and applications discussion
- City staff updates by Ashleigh Diaz
Port Wardens
This public hearing will consider several waterfront construction permits, including bulkhead replacements and pier installations. The board will also reconsider a previously decided application for a living shoreline at St. Mary's Parish. Additionally, the harbormaster will present an annual report on mooring permits.
- PORT-2025-00019 (138 Spa Dr.): replace bulkheads, install floating pier and platform
- PORT-2026-00006 (2 Thompson St.): replace pier with floating dock, living shoreline
- PORT-2026-00008 (Davis Park): replace timber pier and bulkhead
- PORT-2026-00007 (946 Creek Dr.): construct finger pier and two boat lifts
- Reconsideration PORT-2026-00003 (109 Duke of Gloucester St.): install 650 ft living shoreline
Police Chief Search Committee
The search committee is establishing its operational rules and timeline for a 12-week recruitment process. Members will brainstorm candidate qualifications and plan upcoming community listening sessions and digital surveys.
- Establishment of committee ground rules, confidentiality/NDAs, and voting structure
- Review of the 12-week roadmap for candidate screening and recommendation
- Brainstorming of core candidate criteria including leadership styles and technical skills
- Planning of two community listening sessions scheduled for early July
- Development of a public digital survey to inform the candidate profile
The committee launched the search process for a new Police Chief, establishing a timeline for job postings and candidate recommendations. Members agreed on preliminary candidate qualifications and a community engagement plan involving listening sessions and surveys.
- Approved meeting agenda (8-0)
- Established 12-week roadmap with job posting live July 20 and final recommendations due Sept 14
- Set candidate screening process: resume screen, interviews, and scenario rounds to produce top 3 finalists
- Agreed on minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 12+ years law enforcement experience
- Selected Pip Moyer and Boys & Girls Club as in-person community listening session venues
- Approved a community engagement plan including Spanish translation of all materials
- Determined candidate scoring will focus on community policing, law & order, and modernization
Planning Commission
The Annapolis Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a site design review for a new single-family home at 3 Eastern Avenue. The commission will also receive the Maryland Department of Planning’s annual report and hold a joint work session with the Historic Preservation Commission on building heights along Dock Street. Most agenda items are standard procedural updates and administrative business.
- Public hearing for SDP-2025-00051: new single-family dwelling at 3 Eastern Avenue (over 3,250 sq ft)
- Joint Planning/Historic Preservation work session on Dock Street building heights near City Dock Park
- Maryland Department of Planning annual report presentation
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a site design review for a new single-family dwelling at 3 Eastern Avenue that exceeds 3,250 square feet. They will also receive the Maryland Department of Planning Annual Report and hold a joint work session with the Planning Commission on building heights along Dock Street near City Dock Park.
- Public hearing: SDP-2025-00051 for new home at 3 Eastern Ave (over 3,250 sq ft)
- Maryland Department of Planning Annual Report presented by Casey Ortiz
- Joint PC/HPC work session on Dock Street building heights along City Dock Park
- Approval of minutes from May 7 and May 21, 2026
Board of Supervisors of Elections
The Board of Supervisors of Elections will meet to discuss campaign fund reports and evaluate requests for late fee waivers. The board will also review the results of a public hearing for case CA-2-26.
- Review of campaign fund reports
- Review of late fees and waivers
- Chair report on Public Hearing CA-2-26
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will consider modification requests for outdoor dining alcohol licenses from five establishments on Market Space in Annapolis. The requests are from McGarvey's Saloon & Oyster Bar, Middleton's Tavern, Federal House Bar & Grille, Iron Rooster, and Market House.
- McGarvey's Saloon & Oyster Bar - 8-10 Market Space
- Middleton's Tavern - 2-4-6 Market Space
- Federal House Bar & Grille - 20-22-24 Market Space
- Iron Rooster - 12-14 Market Space
- Market House - 25 Market Space
Maritime Advisory Board
The Maritime Advisory Board will hear updates on the City Dock Project, harbor tours, and CRAB site visits. They will discuss and possibly set mooring buoy rates for annual and transient use. New business includes a procedures update for boards and commissions.
- Mooring buoy rates – annual and transient discussion
- Hybrid electric ferry update
- Charter Dock lease/usage status
- Houseboat Task Force and marina slip inventory (Status of R-46-24)
- Spa Creek/Back Creek channel and anchoring issues
Financial Advisory Commission
The Financial Advisory Commission will review the FY27 operating and capital budget, discuss debt capacity and proposed debt issuance. They will also hear reports from the Finance Department, City Manager, and Audit Committee, and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Review FY27 Operating and Capital Budget
- Discussion of debt capacity and proposed debt issuance
- Finance Department report
- City Manager report
- Audit Committee report