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Posted on: March 29, 2023

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Reconstruction Advisory Group Meeting (BBRAG)

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Reconstruction Advisory Group (BBRAG)

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Reconstruction Advisory Group Meeting (BBRAG)

 

Join the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Reconstruction Advisory Group on April 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM for their regular meeting. The Eastbound Span Redecking Project will be discusse...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

Mobile Concessions Opportunity

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The Queen Anne’s County Department of Parks and Recreation is requesting applications for rights to sell mobile concessions at 12 of our various parks. The permit season would be from April 15, 2023, until November 1, 2023. The cost of the permi...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

Matapeake Beach and Clubhouse Food Truck Consession

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The Queen Anne’s County Department of Parks and Recreation is requesting proposals for exclusive rights to sell mobile concessions outside at the Matapeake Beach and Clubhouse. The permit season would be from May 13, 2023, until September 24, 2023. Mandat...

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County News
Posted on: March 24, 2023

2023 NEC Code Changes Chapters 1 through 3 Seminar

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Middle Department Inspection Agency, INC announces two opportunities to attend the “2023 NEC Code Changes Chapters 1 through 3” seminar.

 

This seminar features:

  • MDIA Inspectors
  • Certificate of Completion (good for 5 hours continui...
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County News
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Members Sought for Community Partnerships for Children and Families Board

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Members Sought for Community Partnerships for Children and Families Board

 

The Queen Anne’s County Community Partnerships for Children and Families, a Maryland Local Management Board, is looking for citizens interested in serving on its ...

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County News
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Maryland Transit Administration to Close High Bridge Road for Repairs

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Maryland Transit Administration to Close High Bridge Road for Repairs

 

The Maryland Transit Administration will be closing the bridge on High Bridge Road in Millington starting April 3rd for 30 days to make repairs. The address is 202 High Bridge ...

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County News
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Emergency Services Training on March 30 in Centreville

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Emergency Services Training on March 30 in Centreville

 

Next Thursday, March 30, don’t be alarmed if you see a large amount of emergency vehicles at the County Office building located at 110 Vincit Street.

This training exercise for our f...

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County News
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Budget Work Sessions Scheduled

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Queen Anne’s County Budget Work Sessions Scheduled

 

Queen Anne’s County Government is preparing for the fiscal year 2024 budget. The County Administrator’s budget will be presented to County Commissioners at their Mar...

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County News
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Easter Egg Hunt – Historic Stevensville Arts & Entertainment District

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Easter Egg Hunt – Historic Stevensville Arts & Entertainment District

 

Join the Stevensville Arts & Entertainment Board at K...

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County News
Posted on: March 21, 2023

County Commissioners Seeking Members for Several Boards

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County Commissioners Seeking Members for Several Boards

 

The Queen Anne’s County Commissioners are looking to fill vacancies on the Historic Stevensville Arts and Entertainment Advisory Board, and the Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committ...

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County News
Posted on: March 21, 2023

Funding Announced for Agricultural Microgrant Program

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Funding Announced for Agricultural Microgrant Program

 

Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development is excited to announce it has awarded 12 local Micro Agricultural Entrepreneurs with grants ranging from $2,300 to $10,000. Fun...

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County News
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Call for Vendors and Sponsors of the 2023 Senior Summit

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Call for Vendors and Sponsors of the 2023 Senior Summit

 

Don’t miss your chance to attend the 18th Annual Senior Summit, being hosted by the Queen Anne’s County Area Agency on Aging. The event will be held on Friday, May 19, 20...

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County News
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Mobile Integrated Health Team

Mobile Integrated Health Team

On Tuesday night at the Commissioner Meeting, Dr. Ciotola gave an update to the commissioners and brought the Mobile Integrated Community Health Team (MICH) to present this award-winning innovative program that Queen Anne’s County launched in 20...

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County News
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Centreville Farmers’ Market hosts volunteer meetings on March 22 & 28

2023 Centreville-Farmers-Market meetings

DATE:     March 14, 2023            FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Annual Senior Summit Returns on May 19

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Queen Anne’s County Annual Senior Summit Returns on May 19

 

The 18th Annual Senior Summit is back by popular demand for in person activities. This year’s event will take place on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 9:00 am – 2...

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County News
Posted on: March 9, 2023

QAC Implements New Management System To Attract More Applicants to Boards and Commissions

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QAC Implements New Management System To Attract More Applicants to Boards and Commissions

 

Queen Anne’s County has implemented OnBoard, a board and committee management system County officials say will save time, money and attract more a...

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County News
Posted on: March 8, 2023

Community Services - Annual Report FY22

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Ms. Cathy Willis the Director of Community Services presented the Community Services Update on Feb 28 at the County Commissioners meeting. Her update included details from the FY22 Annual Report which gives an overview of activities at the Area Agency on ...

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Hosts Local Girl Scout Troup

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Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Hosts Local Girl Scout Troup

 

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services (DES) hosts tours for local groups to learn more about their operations. When the Scout BSA...

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County News
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the February 28th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the February 28th County Commissioner Meeting

The February 28th County Commissioner meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. 

PRESENTATIONS

 

  1. Ms. Cathy Willis, Department of Community Services Annual Report a...
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County News
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the February 14 County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the February 14 County Commissioner Meeting

 

The County Commissioners February 14th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions, Personnel and Land Acquisition.  

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County News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

Applications Being Accepted for “Teen of Character” Scholarship Award

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Applications Being Accepted for “Teen of Character” Scholarship Award

2023 Faye Lister Teen of Character Scholarship

 

The Character Counts! Advisory Council is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the...

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Posted on: February 17, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Announces Phillip English as Assistant Chief of Communications

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Queen Anne’s County Announces Phillip English as Assistant Chief of Communications

 

Queen Anne’s County announces Phillip English as the Assistant Chief of Communications at the Department of Emergency Services (DES)....

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County News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Announces Zach Yerkie as the New Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

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Queen Anne’s County Announces Zach Yerkie as the New Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

 

Queen Anne’s County announces Zach Yerkie as the new Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Yerkie was hired in 2...

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County News
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of January 24th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of January 24th County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioners January 24th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions.  The regular meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm. &nbs...

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County News
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Theatre Workshops Now Open for Grade 6 and Older

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Theatre Workshops Now Open for Grade 6 and Older

 

There is still time to register for the Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation theatre workshops. We have opened the workshop up to additional registrants and can accommodate those in 6...

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County News
Posted on: January 13, 2023

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the January 10th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the January 10th County Commissioner Meeting

 

The January 10th meeting started at 4:45 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions.   and for Land Acquisition. 

 

The regular me...

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County News
Posted on: January 13, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Animal Services Offering FREE Spay and Neuter Services

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Queen Anne’s County Animal Services Offering FREE Spay and Neuter Services

 

Queen Anne’s County Animal Services is offering free spay and neuter services to county residents for a limited time. This program has been funded by t...

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County News
Posted on: January 13, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Officials Warn Residents of Recent Rabid Raccoon Attack

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Queen Anne’s County Officials Warn Residents of Recent Rabid Raccoon Attack

 

Officials from Queen Anne’s County Health Department and the Department of Emergency Services warn residents to be aware of a recent attack by a rabid...

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County News
Posted on: January 9, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation in Search of Artist, Instructors and Vendors

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Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation in Search of Artist, Instructors and Vendors

 

Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation is looking for artists, instructors and vendors interested in participating in a myriad of events...

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County News
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Planning Commission Agenda Item for Jan 12

Planning Commission Agenda Item Jan 12

Agenda Item for January 2023 Planning Commission Meeting

Concept plan (SP#22-02-0086) 

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Marina - Bay Bridge Marina, LLLP 337 Pier One Road, Suite 101, Stevensville, MD

 

Proposing to create an approximately 119,...

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Posted on: December 22, 2022

Governor Larry Hogan announced that 11 Queen Anne’s County economic development projects will be fun

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Governor Larry Hogan announced that 11 Queen Anne’s County economic development projects will be funded through the $50 Million Rural Maryland Economic Development Fund. 

 

Late last week Governor Larry Hogan announced the funding of 114 e...

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Posted on: December 16, 2022

Plans For New Regional Medical Center In Easton Advance With Governor’s Funding Announcement

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Trena Williamson, Regional Director, Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional Health  

E: Trena.Williamson@umm.edu  Cell: 443-480-1960          

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Posted on: December 16, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the December 13th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the December 13th County Commissioner Meeting

 

The December 13th meeting started at 4:30 p.m. with a closed session for Boards and Commissions.

 

The Regular meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. &nbs...

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County News
Posted on: December 9, 2022

Queen Anne's County Commissioners

Swearing in of the County Commissioners

Queen Anne's County Commissioners. Last night, December 6th, we held the Investiture of Queen Anne’s County Commissioners. During this ceremony, our current elected Board of County Commissioners were sworn in by the Clerk of Court, Kath...

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

Agenda Item for December 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

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Agenda Item for December 2022 Planning Commission Meeting

Concept plan (SP#19-12-0047) 

Royal Farms Store #218 - Two Farms, Inc. 336 Romancoke Road, Stevensville, MD

 

  • Proposing to administratively combine three (3) lots to construc...
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Posted on: December 7, 2022

Ride FREE in 23!

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Starting January 3, 2023, there will be no fee to for the County Ride, our public transit program. This is a pilot program and will be available from January 3, till December 29, 2023 

 

Join Queen Anne’s County Commissioners and...

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Posted on: December 5, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation is Offering Two Theatre Workshops

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Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation is Offering Two Theatre Workshops

 

Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation is offering two theater workshops this spring for ages 14 and up. Each workshop consists of 5 classes offere...

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County News
Posted on: November 28, 2022

Planet Word Museum Visit with Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation During Spring Break

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Join Queen Anne’s County Parks & Recreation, on April 6, 2023, for a visit to Planet Word Museum. This event is for ages 9 and up and includes roundtrip transportation; chaperones; all museum fees; snacks, games, and the ability to drop off ...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

Public Safety Community Thanks Commissioner Steve Wilson for His Service

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Public Safety Community Thanks Commissioner Steve Wilson for His Service

 

On Tuesday November 15, several agencies and departments thanked County Commissioner Steve Wilson for his service to the county for the last 8 years. Among those were the De...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

Connie Dean Receives Proclamation from the Governor for National Apprenticeship Week

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Connie Dean Receives Proclamation from the Governor for National Apprenticeship Week

 

Connie Dean, our Career Technology Liaison with the QAC Economic and Tourism Development Department was presented with a proclamation from the state of Maryland ...

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County News
Posted on: November 21, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the November 15 County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the November 15 County Commissioner Meeting 

 

The November 15th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions and Investment of Public Funds.

 

The regular meeting ...

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County News
Posted on: November 9, 2022

TNR Program Having Positive Impact on QAC Animal Shelter and the Community

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TNR Program Having Positive Impact on QAC Animal Shelter and the Community

 

Since introducing the Trap Neuter and Release Program (TNR) in Queen Anne’s County there has been a positive impact on our shelter and the community.

 

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Posted on: October 28, 2022

Maintenance to Postal Road and Shopping Center Road Begins November 6th

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Maintenance to Postal Road and Shopping Center Road Begins November 6th

 

Milling and Paving work will start Sunday, November 6th on both Postal and Shopping Center Roads in Stevensville Maryland. 

 

This project will be done Sunday...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the October 25th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the October 25th County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioner’s October 25th meeting started at 3:00 with the 2022 Annual MDOT Tour for a presentation of the FY 2023-2028 Consolidated Transporta...

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Posted on: October 20, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the Oct 11 County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the Oct 11 County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioners October 11th meeting started at 4:30 pm with a closed session to Consult with Counsel.   The regular meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm

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County News
Posted on: October 4, 2022

Todd Mohn's Wrap Up - County Commissioner Meeting Sept 27

The County Commissioners September 27th meeting started at 5:30 pm.    

ACTION ITEMS                            ...

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County News
Posted on: September 27, 2022

Kent Island High School Synthetic Running Track Complete

Kent Island High School Synthetic Running Track Complete

Kent Island High School Synthetic Running Track Complete

 

A collaborative effort between Queen Anne’s County Board of Education, Commissioners, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works successfully coordinated the rapid construction of t...

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Posted on: September 23, 2022

QAC Broadband Advisory Council Needs Your Help to Identify Areas that Still Need Reliable Interne

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QAC Broadband Advisory Council

Needs Your Help to Identify Areas that Still Need Reliable Internet Service

 

If you are currently without reliable high-speed internet the Queen Anne’s County Broadband Advisory Council wants to hear from you. The Coun...

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Posted on: September 19, 2022

County Commissioners Support Several Projects Funded by Maryland’s Local Parks and Playground Progra

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County Commissioners Support Several Projects Funded by Maryland’s Local Parks and Playground Program

 

Queen Anne’s County Commissioners support several projects for the Department of Natural Resources-Local Parks and Playground Infrastructure Gra...

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Posted on: September 16, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Announces Kelly Hamilton as the New Chief of Animal Services

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Queen Anne’s County Announces Kelly Hamilton as the New Chief of Animal Services

 

Queen Anne’s County announces Kelly Hamilton as the new Chief of Animal Services. Prior to this role she served as the Animal Care Manager. Altho...

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Posted on: September 15, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the September 13th County Commissioner Meeting

The Commissioners September 13th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions and Personnel. The regular meeting was called to order at 5:35 pm.

 

Spending Affordability Commission     &...

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Posted on: September 9, 2022

Maryland Transportation Authority Bay Crossing Study Open House

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Last the night the Maryland Transportation Authority held an open house on Kent Island at the American Legion to inform the public about the Chesapeake Bay Crossing Study. If you were unable to make the open house, the materials that were available at the...

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Posted on: August 30, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Transforms Public Safety Communications with AT&T ESInet™

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Queen Anne’s County Transforms Public Safety Communications with AT&T ESInet™

 

Next Generation 9-1-1 Improves Resiliency and the Ability to Share Information Throughout Maryland and Neighboring States

 

Queen Anne&am...

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County News
Posted on: August 29, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the August 23 County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the August 23 County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioners August 23rd meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards and Commission and 5:15 p.m. for Personnel.   The regular meeting was ...

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County News
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Unit Citations

Unit Citations for CAD

Staff from the County Information Technology and Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff were recognized with Unit Citations for their hard work and dedication to implement a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS...

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Posted on: August 24, 2022

Unit Citations for Relocating the 911 Center

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Several Information Technology Staff were presented with Unit Citation Awards for their hard work and dedication by successfully moving the 911 Center to its temporary location for renovations last year.

During last year’s renovations of the 911 ...

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DES News
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Department of Emergency Services Directors Award

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Scott Haas and Scott Wheatley presented Candace Golt with the Directors Award for all her hard work on the Maryland State Emergency Service Transporter Supplemental Payment Program (ESPP). The Director’s Award is the highest award that can be received fro...
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Posted on: August 16, 2022

Projects Identified for Rural MD Economic Development Grants

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County Commissioners signed a letter of support for the Rural Maryland Economic Development Fund grant application at the August 9 meeting. Heather Tinelli, Director of Economic and Tourism Development and Rebecca Lepter, Economic Development Coordinator ...

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Posted on: July 14, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the July 12 County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the July 12 County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioners July 12th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commission and to consider the investment of public funds.

 

The regul...

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County News
Posted on: July 1, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the June 28th County Commissioner

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the June 28th County Commissioner

 

The Commissioners June 28th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards & Commissions.  

The regular meeting was called to order at 5:15 p.m.

The Comm...

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Posted on: June 30, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Recognized for a Fifth Year with the Gold Plus

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Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Recognized for a Fifth Year with the Gold Plus Lifeline EMS Award

 

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services has received the American Heart Association’...

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Posted on: June 17, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the June 14th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the June 14th County Commissioner Meeting

The Commissioners June 14th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards and Commissions.

The regular meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m.

The Commissioners annou...

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County News
Posted on: June 8, 2022

Information on Kent Island Crossing Project and the Planning Commission

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Information on Kent Island Crossing Project and the Planning Commission

 

There have been some recent conversations about an agenda item for this week’s Planning Commission Meeting regarding the Kent Island Crossing project. At Thursday&a...

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Posted on: May 31, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the County Commissioner Meeting on May 24th

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up of the County Commissioner Meeting on May 24th 

 

The Commissioners May 24th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Consult with Counsel and Boards & Commissions

 

The regular meetin...

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Posted on: May 31, 2022

County Commissioners Announce Funding for the Sudlersville Memorial Library

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County Commissioners Announce Funding for the Sudlersville Memorial Library

At the final budget hearing on May 25 in Sudlersville, County Commissioners announced a funding source for Sudlersville Memorial Library for this fiscal year and moving forward.

$65...

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Posted on: May 27, 2022

Anne Arundel and Queen Anne’s County Officials Want Your Support for a Replacement Bay Bridge

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Traffic in Maryland surrounding the aging Chesapeake Bay Bridge is a problem that has grown out of hand. Queen Anne's County Commissioners and Anne Arundel County Council have now partnered with multiple Maryland counties in agreement that it is ...

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Posted on: May 26, 2022

QAC Department of Health Anti Stigma Campaign Wins National Recognition

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QAC Department of Health Anti Stigma Campaign Wins National Recognition

Gold Aster Award honors anti-stigma campaign

 

CENTREVILLE -- The Queen Anne’s County Department of Health, Nielsen Center has won a Gold Aster Award for its anti-stig...

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Posted on: May 18, 2022

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up for the May 10th County Commissioner Meeting

Todd Mohn’s Wrap Up for the May 10th County Commissioner Meeting

 

The Commissioners May 10th meeting started at 5:00 p.m. with a closed session for Boards and Commissions and Consult with Counsel.

 

The Regular meeting was called ...

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County News
Posted on: May 6, 2022

Todd Mohn's Wrap Up - County Commissioner Meeting April 26

The Commissioners April 26th meeting started at 5:15 p.m. with a closed session for Boards and Commissions.     

No decisions were made in closed session.   

The Regular meeting was called to order at 5:35 pm by ...

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County News
Posted on: May 5, 2022

Tennis & Basketball Lights at Old Love Point Park

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Tennis & Basketball Lights at Old Love Point Park

 

Queen Anne’s County Department of Parks and Recreation announces the addition of lights at Old Love Point Park. The lights are located at the tennis and basketball courts and are alr...

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Posted on: April 28, 2022

Parks and Recreation Staff Recognized for Heroism

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At the recent County Commissioner meeting, several employees from the Parks and Recreation Department were given Proclamations, for demonstrating heroism and setting an example for their colleagues as well as the citizens of Queen Anne’s County....

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Posted on: April 25, 2022

Todd Mohn’s April 12 County Commissioner Meeting Wrap-Up

Todd Mohn’s April 12 County Commissioner Meeting Wrap-Up

The Commissioners April 12th meeting started at 5:15 p.m. with a closed session to review Board & Commissions.  

The regular meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm. 

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Posted on: April 13, 2022

County Commissioners Declare April 10-16 Public Safety Dispatcher Week

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Declaring National Public Safety Dispatcher Week

 

WHEREAS, emergencies can occur at any time that require police, fire, or emergency medical; and

 

WHEREAS, public safety dispatchers are not visible as the men and women wh...

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Posted on: March 29, 2022

MD Department of Aging Recognizes the 50th Anniversary of the National Senior Nutrition Program

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50th Anniversary of the National Senior Nutrition Program

The National Senior Nutrition Program was established in 1972, by the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended. From its inception, the Program has reliably funded nutrition services for older adults...

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Posted on: December 6, 2018

DES Updates Hazard Mitigation Plan

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A few months ago we asked the public to help us update the Hazard Mitigation Plan by answering a survey. To read the updated plan go to www.qacdes.com and click on the Hazard Mitigation link on the left side.

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Posted on: March 23, 2023

Emergency Services Training on March 30 in Centreville

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Emergency Services Training on March 30 in Centreville

 

Next Thursday, March 30, don’t be alarmed if you see a large amount of emergency vehicles at the County Office building located at 110 Vincit Street.

This training exercise for our f...

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County News
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Mobile Integrated Health Team

Mobile Integrated Health Team

On Tuesday night at the Commissioner Meeting, Dr. Ciotola gave an update to the commissioners and brought the Mobile Integrated Community Health Team (MICH) to present this award-winning innovative program that Queen Anne’s County launched in 20...

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County News
Posted on: March 8, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Hosts Local Girl Scout Troup

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Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Hosts Local Girl Scout Troup

 

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services (DES) hosts tours for local groups to learn more about their operations. When the Scout BSA...

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County News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Announces Phillip English as Assistant Chief of Communications

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Queen Anne’s County Announces Phillip English as Assistant Chief of Communications

 

Queen Anne’s County announces Phillip English as the Assistant Chief of Communications at the Department of Emergency Services (DES)....

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County News
Posted on: February 17, 2023

Queen Anne’s County Announces Zach Yerkie as the New Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

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Queen Anne’s County Announces Zach Yerkie as the New Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services

 

Queen Anne’s County announces Zach Yerkie as the new Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Yerkie was hired in 2...

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County News
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Plans For New Regional Medical Center In Easton Advance With Governor’s Funding Announcement

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Trena Williamson, Regional Director, Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional Health  

E: Trena.Williamson@umm.edu  Cell: 443-480-1960          

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

Public Safety Community Thanks Commissioner Steve Wilson for His Service

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Public Safety Community Thanks Commissioner Steve Wilson for His Service

 

On Tuesday November 15, several agencies and departments thanked County Commissioner Steve Wilson for his service to the county for the last 8 years. Among those were the De...

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County News
Posted on: August 30, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Transforms Public Safety Communications with AT&T ESInet™

BREAKING NEWS (1)

Queen Anne’s County Transforms Public Safety Communications with AT&T ESInet™

 

Next Generation 9-1-1 Improves Resiliency and the Ability to Share Information Throughout Maryland and Neighboring States

 

Queen Anne&am...

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County News
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Unit Citations

Unit Citations for CAD

Staff from the County Information Technology and Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff were recognized with Unit Citations for their hard work and dedication to implement a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS...

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DES News
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Unit Citations for Relocating the 911 Center

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Several Information Technology Staff were presented with Unit Citation Awards for their hard work and dedication by successfully moving the 911 Center to its temporary location for renovations last year.

During last year’s renovations of the 911 ...

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DES News
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Department of Emergency Services Directors Award

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Scott Haas and Scott Wheatley presented Candace Golt with the Directors Award for all her hard work on the Maryland State Emergency Service Transporter Supplemental Payment Program (ESPP). The Director’s Award is the highest award that can be received fro...
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DES News
Posted on: June 30, 2022

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Recognized for a Fifth Year with the Gold Plus

_DES Wins Gold Plus Award

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services Recognized for a Fifth Year with the Gold Plus Lifeline EMS Award

 

Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services has received the American Heart Association’...

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County News
Posted on: April 13, 2022

County Commissioners Declare April 10-16 Public Safety Dispatcher Week

Proclamation April 12 (1)

Declaring National Public Safety Dispatcher Week

 

WHEREAS, emergencies can occur at any time that require police, fire, or emergency medical; and

 

WHEREAS, public safety dispatchers are not visible as the men and women wh...

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County News
Posted on: December 6, 2018

DES Updates Hazard Mitigation Plan

Haz Mit plan update website

A few months ago we asked the public to help us update the Hazard Mitigation Plan by answering a survey. To read the updated plan go to www.qacdes.com and click on the Hazard Mitigation link on the left side.

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