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District 32 Community Update - May 29th 

Below you will find details on Anne Arundel County's plans for the re-opening of retail, outdoor restaurants, and barbershops and salons, and additional recreation and park activities effective at 5pm today. All information is located on the Road to Recovery webpage here. You can watch the County Executive's press conference here.

Don't forget Tuesday is the Primary Election! Quick reminder to SIGN THE OATH on your ballot and ensure it is postmarked by June 2nd. 

Anne Arundel County Reopening

Beginning Friday, May 29 at 5 p.m.:

Non-essential businesses that are currently operating under curbside pickup only are able to open to customers. The maximum number of occupants (customers and employees) will be calculated based on 150 square feet per person. Businesses will be required to have protective measures in place regarding physical distancing and face coverings will be required for everyone in the store. Specific details and guidance are available on the county’s Road to Recovery web page.

Foodservice establishments, which include restaurants, bars, and social clubs with dining facilities, may serve food and beverages for consumption in outdoor seating areas in accordance with state guidance. The county Office of Planning and Zoning will authorize outdoor seating for food and beverage service uses as a temporary use for up to 180 days, until or unless the emergency is lifted or revised by Executive Order. A permit application is not required for this temporary use, if it complies with specific criteria. Specific details and guidance are available on the county’s Road to Recovery web page.

Barbers and beauty salons may open for hair services only. The maximum number of occupants will be calculated based on 100 gross square feet per person due to the small footprint of many facilities and the necessity of closer personal interaction in order for services to be provided. Specific details and guidance are available on the county’s Road to Recovery web page.

Additional Recreation and Parks amenities will open:

  • Dog parks

  • Dog beaches

  • County park beaches

  • Pavilions (reservations required)

  • Private youth camps are allowed to open under state guidance.

Swimming at county or community beaches is no longer prohibited, but swimmers are advised that no routine bacteria testing has been conducted. Swimmers swim at their own risk until water quality monitoring can resume. 

Beginning June 1 at 8:00 a.m.:

  • Additional Recreation and Parks amenities will open:

  • Athletic fields for youth skills training only - no organized activities (usual field permitting for accredited organizations is required) 

Beginning June 5:

Beginning June 5, seasonal outdoor pools will be inspected on a rolling basis. Pools can open once they are approved. Seasonal outdoor pools are inspected each spring prior to their opening and this year those inspections were postponed due to the suspension of all non-essential activity. 

Beginning July 6:·         

  • Modified county outdoor day camps begin (camps will be limited to 10, 8 children and 2 staff

  • Registration will begin June 11

  • Traditional Camps are cancelled

  • Speciality Camps are delayed to July/August

No additional actions are being announced with regard to houses of worship and religious institutions at this time. They remain opened for up to 10 people at a time for individual ministry. County Executive Pittman met with more than 50 pastors and faith leaders today and is working towards a plan to safely expand the capacity allowed in our houses of worship.

The following remain closed until further notice:

  • Senior Centers

  • Fitness Centers 

  • Movie Theaters (including “pop-up” drive-in theaters) 

  • Shopping Malls 

  • Nail Salons 

  • Playgrounds

  • County park visitors centers

  • County park restrooms

  • Indoor aquatic centers

  • Recreation centers

June 2nd Primary

The June 2nd 2020 Maryland Primary Election will be conducted primarily by mail. Here's what you need to know:

Step 1: Receiving your ballot

  • Every registered voter will receive a ballot to vote by mail. Double check that you are registered to vote and check the status of your ballot here. Ballots should arrive by mid-May.

  • If you did not receive your ballot but are registered to vote in the Primary: see below as to how to vote in person.

Step 2: Fill our your ballot & sign the oath!

  • Once you receive your ballot in the mail make sure you fill it out and SIGN YOUR VOTER OATH!

Step 3: Return your ballot by June 2nd!

  • Mail your ballot as soon as possible (but definitely make sure it is is postmarked by June 2nd!). You don't even need a stamp! 

  • Return your ballot to a Drop Box -

OR Vote in Person if you cannot vote by mail:

  • If you cannot vote or return the ballot you received in the mail, or you did not receive a ballot in the mail, you may go to a vote center and vote. Polls will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Remember to wear a mask and practice social distancing if you are going to be voting in person.

Meals for Seniors

Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities is continuing to help meet the needs of our residents by launching Fresh Food Fridays! Starting this Friday, adults 60 years of age and older and people with disabilities 18 years of age and older will be able to pick up a box of fresh fruits and vegetables.

This Friday's pickup will take place at 2666 Riva Road, Annapolis in the Heritage Complex parking lot from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Thank you to Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities and Anne Arundel County Food Bank for continuing to feed our residents!

Healthcare

State of Maryland Department of Health updates: https://coronavirus.maryland.gov

Anne Arundel County Department of Health local updates: https://aahealth.org/covid-19/
En Espanol: https://www.aasalud.org/

The Maryland Health Connection has extended the COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period to June 15 for uninsured Marylanders who need health coverage.

Visit MarylandHealthConnection.gov or download the free “Enroll MHC” mobile app. Request or select “Coronavirus Emergency Special Enrollment Period.” Free help is available by calling 1-855-642-8572 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays.

All other COVID-19 Resources, including FAQ can be found at https://www.aacounty.org/coronavirus/ or

 https://governor.maryland.gov/marylandunites/

Please continue to wash your hands, social distance and stay safe,

Pamela Beidle