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🍦Annapolis voters want changes

🍦Annapolis voters want changes

Yard sale!, fire safety bill passes, football's back...

Naptown Scoop
September 08, 2023

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Good news: Highs in the 70s are on the horizon 🙌

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Preview of Navy Football vs. Wagner
Local voter survey
Huge yard sale

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon & Rebecca Kraybill

P.S. Happy birthdays to Jaclyn Fenton and Renee Weir!

Thank you Creative Spaces

From the moment I met John Johnson at the United States Powerboat Show last year, I knew we would work well together. John’s an experienced home builder making a name for himself and Creative Spaces Remodeling in Annapolis’ competitive luxury market. Scoop is a great place to advertise. Not that I’m biased. . .

If there’s one thing that’s important in construction, it’s integrity. My uncle built a construction business from nothing to being Marriott’s first call for any new hotel by keeping his word.

John Johnson brings that same level of integrity to Creative Spaces. It’s why they provide their Blue Ribbon Pledge which delivers a superior client experience and 100% client satisfaction on every new build and remodel they do. It’s why they offer an unprecedented five-year warranty. And it’s why I’m proud to call him a partner of Scoop.

Thank you, Creative Spaces, for supporting Charting Careers at Naptown Scoop’s third Anniversary Party. It’s an honor to promote your business.

Naptown’s greatest sandwich 🥪

If you’ve been a reader for long, you know we love The Choptank. I mean… Great food, tasty drinks, live music, an incredible view of the Chesapeake Bay – what more could a mere mortal want?

Today, I’d like to highlight a specific item on the menu. In fact, it’s the most popular item there. Drum roll, please… it’s the Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich. So much jumbo lump crab meat, so little filler. Beautifully accompanied with a chili remoulade and fries. Our famous crab cake reviews rank it as one of the top 3 in Annapolis.

If you haven't had it yet, what are you waiting for? The Choptank is open every single day of the week. Make your way to Ego Alley and experience what the hype is about. Make a reservation today.

THE DIGEST

Top clicks of the week

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Wednesday
Free composting bin and how-to class 🌱
Thursday
The Chipotle of noodles, salad, and honey

Tonight’s the night: Arts Alive!

Ryan’s been practicing his best jokes in the mirror. The big tent’s up at Maryland Hall. And the Night Life Band is tuning their guitars. The 25th Arts Alive is ready to welcome Annapolis’ patrons of the arts tonight to imagine the next 25 years of Maryland Hall. It’s not too late to snag tickets or enter the raffle. And you don’t even have to go to enter the raffle! But we hope to see you there!

Ryan as MC with Citizen Pride’s Joe & Eva Barsin at last year’s Arts Alive

Third time’s the charm for fire safety bill

The Anne Arundel County Council passed a bill on Tuesday for fire safety rules in addiction recovery centers. It requires new centers to comply with the county’s fire prevention codes (including installing sprinklers) but gives exemptions for existing facilities with other prevention measures in place.

This was the council’s third attempt to pass such a bill — two failed in July. This time, the bill adopts the state’s definition of recovery facilities and passed with support from all Democrats. All Republicans voted against the bill, favoring the first that failed. The law takes effect on October 20. ($)

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The missing piece 🧩

Westfield Annapolis, the mall that has it all. All, but one thing: a great Korean BBQ joint. That changes on Monday, when Jongro BBQ officially opens right under the movie theatre at the main dining court entrance.

Jongro BBQ is an elite chain from South Korea that first opened in the US in 2015. It's so committed to freshness and tradition that they have primal cuts of meat delivered daily. No freezers here.

Everything is done in-house, resulting in the very best stews, noodles, and beef platters. Mark your calendar for opening day this Monday and come hungry!

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Attention bargain hunters! It’s yard sale time

Come ready to hunt across 40 tables set up in the Eastport Yacht Club parking lot. Breakfast sandwiches and baked goods will be available to fuel your body and mimosas and bloody marys will be available to fuel your impulse buys. Saturday (9/9) from 8:30 AM–12 PM. 317 First St Annapolis, MD 21403. Open to the public.

USNA formal dress parades

You have four chances this fall to catch the Brigade of Midshipmen in a formal dress parade. Head to Worden Field at 4 PM today (9/8) for the first! Don’t forget your ID. You’ll need it to get on the Yard.

The Hidden Secrets of the Chesapeake Bay 🚢

Did you know the Bay was once a prime location for booming illegal enterprise? Join the Annapolis Maritime Museum aboard the historic skipjack Wilma Lee to hear all about it. Your ticket includes snacks, (legal) beverages, and everything you want to know about Rum Runners in the Chesapeake. Click here to register for the September 8th cruise. 21+ only please.

Coming up this weekend

🍎 Wildberry Field Market. Apple cider and pumpkin bread are on the menu! 50+ local vendors pack the field for Wildberry’s beloved market Saturday (9/9) from 9 AM–1 PM. See the vendor lineup. 1047 Saint Stephens Church Rd, Crownsville, MD 21032.

🥬 Eastport farmer’s market. Atlas Restaurant Group + Atlas Farms team up with the City of Annapolis to host a free or nearly-free farmer’s market with fresh fruits and veggies. Saturday (9/9) 10 AM–12 PM at the corner of Madison and President Streets.

🍻 Maryland Renaissance Festival. Jousting and costumes, mead we say more? The revelry continues every Saturday and Sunday through October 22. Get tickets.

🌟 Dinner Under the Stars. Outdoor dining for a good cause. Local groups are coming together to benefit families impacted by the Maui fires. Junior League of Annapolis is selling leis for $10 and Luna Blu Ristorante Italiano will donate 10% of dinner sales. Saturday (9/9) on West Street between Church Circle and Calvert Street from 6–10 PM.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

CIVIL NEWS

Annapolis voters want changes

Years the mayor can serve: 8. Years a City Council member can serve: the limit does not exist. Percentage of Annapolis voters who don’t like that: 73%.

A recent survey of 661 Annapolis voters shows that 73% support enforcing term limits for City Council members. Additionally, 46% of respondents say they want a system where all eligible, registered voters may vote in a primary where all candidates are listed on one ballot — regardless of their party affiliation. (Annapolis is one of three Maryland cities without open primaries.) ($)

So let’s do our own little survey. What do you think?

AACPS proposes new capital budget

Superintendent Mark Bedell proposed a $234.5 million FY2025 capital budget to the Board of Education this week. The budget at-a-glance includes:

New schools: $167 million to construct a new Center of Applied Technology-North (Severn), a new Old Mill High School (Millersville) and a new Old Mill Middle School North (Millersville).
Systems and maintenance: $32.3 million for building systems renovations, $7 million to continue to reduce the maintenance backlog, and $1.3 million to design a new school bus facility and lot.
Improvements and upgrades: $4 million for roof replacement projects, $4 million for additions to existing buildings, $3.5 million for athletic stadium improvements and $2.0 million for security-related upgrades.

The Board will discuss the recommendations on September 18, with a public hearing on September 20. After approval, it goes to the state for consideration. The County Council will finalize the budget by June.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Better safe than sorry 🐾

Preventing a disease is easier than fighting one. At Western Shore Veterinary Hospital, doctors work proactively with clients to help their pets live long and healthy lives instead of just triaging issues as they arise. This includes flea, tick, and heartworm prevention as well as yearly bloodwork. It’s just another part of the Western Shore Veterinary Hospital difference. Your pets deserve the best care. Get it for them at Western Shore Veterinary Hospital.*

Join us for the 2023 Annie Awards!

The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County invites you to the 2023 Annie Awards! On Thursday, October 12^th we’ll recognize nine local residents for their contributions to the arts. The ceremony begins at 5:30 PM in the main auditorium at Maryland Hall, followed by a reception in the Bowen Theater. Everyone is welcome; there is no charge to attend. Entertainment includes a special performance by The Talent Machine. Click here for more information.*

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WEATHER

Friday

88 🌡️ 74 | 🌥️ | 24% | 💨 S 10 mph (9 knots)

Saturday

83 🌡️ 71 | ⛈️ | 44% | 💨 SSE 9 mph (8 knots)

Sunday

81 🌡️ 71 | ⛈️ | 45% | 💨 SSE 9 mph (8 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

SPORTS

Navy Schedule

Women's Cross Country
9/9 vs. Navy Invitational | 10 AM

Men's Cross Country
9/9 vs. Navy Invitational | 10:30 AM

Football (0–1)
9/9 vs. Wagner | 3:30 PM

Women’s Golf
9/9-10 @ Bucknell Invitational | TBA

Offshore Sailing
9/9 vs. 68th Race to Oxford | All Day
9/10 @ Hammond Memorial Race | All Day

Intercollegiate Sailing
9/9-10 vs. Laser South | All Day
9/9-10 @ Riley Cup | All Day
9/10 vs. Navy Women's Fall Regatta | All Day

Women's Rugby
9/9 vs. West Chester | Noon

Women’s Soccer (3-0-3)
9/10 @ UMBC | 12 PM

Men’s Soccer (2-2)
9/8 vs. Longwood | 7 PM

Women’s Tennis (19-6)
9/8 vs. Bill & Sandra Moore Invitational | Noon
9/8-10 vs. Bill & Sandra Moore Invitational | 9 AM

Women's Triathlon
9/9 vs. Duquesne Collegiate Cup | 7:30 AM

Women’s Volleyball (5-1)
9/8 vs. Denver | 1 PM
9/8 @ UC San Diego | 10 PM
9/9 vs. San Diego State | 3 PM

Men's Water Polo (3–2)
9/9 vs. #19 Santa Clara | 11 AM
9/9 vs. Chapman | 8 PM
9/10 vs. Wagner | 12:30 PM

Football’s back in Annapolis

After a once-in-a-lifetime road trip (air trip?) to Dublin to start the season, Navy Football is back in Annapolis and ready to host the Wagner Seahawks tomorrow (9/9). Kickoff is at 3:30 PM in the beautiful Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Side note: The Annapolis Blues sure dominated almost every game in the stadium this summer. Let’s hope a little of their magic rubs off on the Midshipmen.

Tickets are still available and don’t miss our Navy Football Podcast’s expert preview provided by longtime Navy sportswriter Bill Wagner and former players Keenan Reynolds and Eric Kettani!

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🍦Annapolis voters want changes

Yard sale!, fire safety bill passes, football's back...

TOGETHER WITH

Thank you Creative Spaces

SPONSORED BY THE CHOPTANK ANNAPOLIS

Naptown’s greatest sandwich 🥪

THE DIGEST

Top clicks of the week

Tonight’s the night: Arts Alive!

Third time’s the charm for fire safety bill

SPONSORED BY WESTFIELD ANNAPOLIS

The missing piece 🧩

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Attention bargain hunters! It’s yard sale time

USNA formal dress parades

The Hidden Secrets of the Chesapeake Bay 🚢

Coming up this weekend

CIVIL NEWS

Annapolis voters want changes

AACPS proposes new capital budget

EXTRA SPRINKLES

Better safe than sorry 🐾

Join us for the 2023 Annie Awards!

WEATHER

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

SPORTS

Navy Schedule

Football’s back in Annapolis

THANKS!