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Queen Anne’s County is pleased to announce that longtime County Attorney Patrick Thompson has transitioned from contractor to full-time employee, effective November 6, 2024. This change coincides with Thompson’s decision to close his private practice, allowing him to dedicate his full attention to serving the County.

https://www.qac.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2804

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Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that the Matapeake Clubhouse is available to rent for your holiday celebration from mid-November through mid-January. Celebrate in style with beautiful holiday decorations both inside and out, creating the perfect festive atmosphere for your event.

Located on the scenic Chesapeake Bay, the Matapeake Clubhouse and surrounding grounds offer breathtaking views of the Bay Bridge, making it an ideal setting for weddings, receptions, and special occasions. The rental includes access to the historical clubhouse, with nearby amenities such as a lighted fishing pier, a boat ramp, and a one-mile wooded trail that leads to the bay.

Rental Information:

Maximum capacity: 66 indoors, 175 on the grounds
Events must conclude by 11:00 p.m.
A small, non-commercial kitchen is available for caterers.
Restrooms are accessible at the clubhouse and beach area.

For more details or to book your event, call (410) 758-0835 or visit Matapeake Clubhouse Rental.

https://www.qac.org/1535/Matapeake-Clubhouse-Rental

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Queen Anne’s County is proud to announce that Parks and Recreation Ranger, Paolo Palumbo has been awarded the Life Saver Award from the Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT) for heroic actions that saved a life earlier this year.

https://www.qac.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2801

2025 Public Landing Permits NOW AVAILABLE for purchase!

For ways to purchase, pricing, and more information: https://qac.org/1653/How-to-Purchase-a-Landing-Permit

Please Note: Permits to use Queen Anne’s County’s Landings and Ramps are actually permits to park at all landing facilities throughout Queen Anne’s County. This permit is valid for launching boats at Matapeake Pier or a kayak or canoe at Romancoke Pier. The permit does not allow you to use the fishing piers. A separate parking ticket must be purchased from the pay machine when you arrive at either Matapeake or Romancoke Fishing Pier.

Roads and Transportation

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.

Ride for Free Continues!

We’re on track to finish 2024 with over 5,000 more rides than last year and an incredible 20,000 more rides than 2022!

Did you know? County Ride serves around 100 riders each week for their work commutes and takes seniors to all 4 senior centers daily.

Need a ride? We've got you covered! County Ride offers fixed routes and convenient door-to-door service.

Call us today at 410-758-2357 to schedule your ride!

This update was provided by the department of Community Services at the last County Commissioner meeting. Watch the meeting here https://www.youtube.com/live/0Rw29pZ7s68?si=NU8dNZnVdRVVUspc

MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO HOST CHESAPEAKE BAY CROSSING STUDY: TIER 2 NEPA OPEN HOUSES IN DECEMBER (Public Invited to Attend Virtually or In-Person in Annapolis & Stevensville): The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will host three Open Houses in December for the Chesapeake Bay Crossing Study: Tier 2 NEPA (Tier 2 Study), as part of the federally-required National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. The December Open Houses mark a major milestone for the Tier 2 Study. The MDTA will share alternatives to address existing and future transportation issues at the William Preston Lane, Jr. Memorial (Bay) Bridge.

https://www.qac.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2794

Events

The County Commissioners of Queen Anne’s County announce their annual Holiday Open House on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Vincit Building 110 Vincit Street Centreville, MD 21617 The County Commissioners host this event for employees to stop in at their convenience and meet with County Commissioners and fellow employees. This event is open to the public.