News

The Queen Anne’s County Planning and Zoning Department is excited to announce the launch of its new online permit application submission feature as a part of the Citizen Self Service Portal

Visit https://queenannescountymd-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home to access the Citizen Self Service Portal and take advantage of the new online permit submission feature. Starting on October 21, 2024, citizens and building professionals can register for their own user accounts to start the online submittal and tracking experience right away.

In February, the Department of Parks & Recreation launched a feasibility study for Queen Anne’s County’s first indoor recreation center! After gathering valuable community input, our consultant, BerryDunn, has identified possible locations and developed a preliminary floor plan along with capital and operating budgets.

Last week, these early findings were presented to the County Commissioners. 🎥 Check out the presentation here: https://youtu.be/3Y4mGqNyGvA, and view the slides here: https://qac.org/DocumentCenter/View/21805/P2.

The final study will be ready in December, but Parks & Rec will use these preliminary results to plan budget requests for next year. Thank you to everyone who shared feedback and helped shape this project – we’re excited for what’s next! 

Road Work

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will resurface six miles of MD 405 (Price Station Road) between US 301 (Blue Star Memorial Highway) and MD 304 (Ruthsburg Road) in Queen Anne’s beginning October 21. All work should be completed by mid-December, weather permitting.

Events

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The Bay Bridge Run will take place on Sunday, November 10. The participants will run or walk the 6.2 miles from Northrop Grumman on the western shore, across the eastbound span of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, along Pier One Road and up Route 8 to the finish line in Chesapeake Bay Business Park.  

The eastbound span of the Bay Bridge will be closed at 12:00 am Sunday morning to prepare for the runners and is expected to reopen by 2:00 pm Sunday afternoon. During this time frame, the westbound span will be in two-way traffic operations, carrying both east and westbound traffic. 

The southbound lane of Route 8 will be open this year from Main Street to Thompson Creek Road, but the exit to westbound Route 50/Bay Bridge located on the Route 8 overpass will remain closed. 

For residents that typically access Route 50 WB/Bay Bridge from the exits on the Route 8 overpass, you will be able to access Route 50 WB/Bay Bridge by turning on Main Street and accessing Route 50 from Duke Street. 

The business park in Stevensville will once again host the post-race festivities, which are open to the public, race participants and spectators. Law enforcement will have a temporary cross walk set up for pedestrians needing to cross Route 8. Last call for the festivities is set for 1:30 pm, and the event area will close at 2:00 pm. 

Plan for delays and a heavy police presence in the area. The race is dependent on weather. If there is weather that prevents Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) from conducting two-way traffic, the event will be cancelled. 

For more information go to www.thebaybridgerun.com or https://www.qac.org/1580/Bay-Bridge-Run

Queen Anne’s County and Center for the Military and Veteran Family (operated by VAMSA) invite you to a special ceremony and ribbon cutting for Veterans Point at Wells Cove on Monday, November 11th at 11:00 AM.

This event will honor those who have served our country and commemorate the opening of a new memorial site.

📅 When: Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM
 (Rain Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024)
📍 Where: Veterans Point at Wells Cove, 205 Wells Cove Rd, Grasonville
🎶 Flag ceremonies, musical performances, and a reception to follow.

Limited parking on site. Parking is available under the Kent Narrows Bridge, with shuttle service provided for accessibility.

All are welcome to attend as we pay tribute to our veterans!

Queen Anne’s County Department of Community Services Area Agency on Aging is excited to announce the 2024 Caregivers Conference, taking place on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the Grasonville Senior Center, located at 4802 Main Street, Grasonville, MD 21638. This event will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and is open to all caregivers.

https://www.qac.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2760

The Queen Anne’s County Department of Community Services invites you to join a festive holiday trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on December 18, 2024. Participants will enjoy an Amish family-style lunch at the Plain and Fancy Farm Restaurant followed by the spectacular 2024 Christmas Show, Joy to the World, at the American Music Theatre.

Trip Details: This special holiday trip will fill your belly and heart with the magic of the season. After a delicious meal, the 2024 Christmas show will transport audiences to a charming small-town America winter carnival, complete with delightful elves, sensational singing, and awe-inspiring music and dance. With phenomenal voices, lighthearted humor, and grand holiday moments, this show promises to be a holiday extravaganza not to be missed.

The trip price of $149.00 per person includes motor coach transportation, lunch, show admission, and all taxes and gratuities. A $70.00 deposit is required at the time of sign-up, along with a completed registration and waiver of release form. Final payments are due by Friday, November 8, 2024. A minimum of 40 participants is required for this trip.

To register, stop at any of our Senior Centers or call the Department of Community Services  at 410-758-0848 ext. 2708

Public Meetings

For upcoming public meetings, visit https://www.qac.org/AgendaCenter to view the agenda and information regarding that meeting.

Opportunities