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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16h

Thank you for having me again at this year’s symposium, and thank you to our providers for all you do to care for our residents during their toughest moments.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16h

I encouraged them to continue speaking out, fighting for funding, and to share their stories with the public and elected officials on what they do every day.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16h

This annual symposium brings our practitioners and caregivers together to learn, examine pressing issues, and find ways to improve how we deliver services to our residents – especially those who are left behind economically.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16h

In Anne Arundel County, we treat behavioral health as a core of public safety and community wellbeing.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16h

Recently, I joined 150 practitioners at the annual Behavioral Health Symposium hosted by the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc. and the Anne Arundel County Department of Health.

Anne Arundel County Executive Pittman stands at a podium addressing an audience with a projected slide reading "Anne Arundel County 2026 Behavioral Health Symposium — Continuum of Hope: Moving Beyond Care and Cultivating Pathways for Healing, Resilience, and Recovery"; attendees seen from behind.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 21h

and we invite you to participate by submitting a memory, reflection, or message about your experiences with county government and my administration. To learn more and submit your story, visit aacounty.org/share-your-story.

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Share Your Story | Anne Arundel County Government

Share a personal story, memory, reflection, or message about County Executive Steuart Pittman or county government over the past eight years

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 21h

To help capture this work, we want to hear from you. The Office of Community Engagement and Constituent Services is collecting personal stories about the work we’ve done together,

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 21h

Over the past eight years, my administration has had the privilege of working alongside our residents, community organizations, local businesses, faith communities, and county employees to deliver results and build a stronger Anne Arundel County.

County flyer inviting residents to "Share Your Story"—reflecting on eight years of the Pittman administration—featuring the Anne Arundel County seal, candid community photos, and a QR code to submit memories.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Please join me in thanking Billie for her many years of service to our residents, and wishing her all the best in her future endeavors.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Billie has an exceptional record of public service and has consistently gone above and beyond to support both county staff and our residents by efficiently and responsibly managing the county’s finances, providing excellent customer service, and protecting our financial assets.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In 2023, she was appointed County Controller and has led the Office of Finance through the launch of a new financial system, earned the county the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, and supported the county’s historic AAA bond rating from all three credit agencies.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Beginning her stellar career with the county as an accountant in the Office of Finance, Billie has served in a variety of positions across county government.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This #ThankYouThursday, I want to thank Billie Penley for her leadership and over 32 years of service to Anne Arundel County Government.

County Executive Steuart Pittman and Billie Penley stand before a large screen holding a framed certificate together during a presentation; Billie wears a black celebratory sash for her retirement and both face the camera.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

His presence on West Street in front of the library welcomes readers of all races and backgrounds to read, study, and think as deeply as Malcolm X did on the topic of justice. If you’d like to join us for this event, visit www.aacpl.net/malcolm-x-mo... to find more information and register now.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The writings of Malcolm X spoke directly to the Black Annapolitans who so bravely confronted the racism that had defined the city and its institutions from its founding.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Libraries are places where people come to learn, ask questions and engage with ideas. Malcolm X’s life was transformed by books and education, and this monument will focus on his belief in the transformative power of education and its ability to empower individuals and communities.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

On October 14th I will join the Caucus of African American Leaders, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee, and Anne Arundel County Public Library to unveil a monument honoring civil rights leader Malcolm X at the Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library.

Invitation announcing "Unveiling of the Malcolm X Monument" with date, time, and location on a yellow panel, accompanied by a large cropped black-and-white portrait of a smiling man wearing glasses at the right.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This agreement allows us to better protect, shelter, and support our residents during emergencies. By expanding joint training and planning across our Office of Emergency Management, Fire Department, and Red Cross teams, we are strengthening our overall response capacity across Anne Arundel County.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This week Anne Arundel County closed out National Preparedness Month by signing an agreement with the @americanredcross that strengthens how our organizations work together before, during, and after disasters that impact our communities.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I get the confusion, and the concerns. The zoning code has been a source of frequent frustration for members of the public, and this bill is a much needed update that will support our local businesses, farms, residents, and staff by making the zoning code more accessible to all.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Many of the concerns we've heard are over things that have been in Article 18 for many years and are not being changed. It happened because of the way bills are always written - the new stuff is only what’s in capital letters, and the stuff in brackets is being removed or changed.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our county's zoning ordinance (Article 18) hasn't been updated in 21 years. Our goal is simple: make the code clear, consistent, and easier to understand and use.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

There’s been some misinformation circulating about Bill 61-26, and I want to make sure you understand what this zoning ordinance update actually means for Anne Arundel County residents and businesses.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

SBA representatives will be on site Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (closed Sundays) to assist business owners with the application process. For more information, visit www.aacounty.org/empiretowers.

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Empire Towers Structural Integrity Incident: Information & Updates | Anne Arundel County Government

On July 9, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Anne Arundel County Fire Department responded to a 911 call at Empire Towers - 7310 Ritchie Highway. First responders arrived to find the parking…

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

To assist applicants, the SBA is opening a Disaster Loan Outreach Center at the Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management (7480 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Glen Burnie, MD 21061), running from Thursday, September 24, through Friday, October 9, 2026.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The declaration offers up to $2 million in working capital loans with low interest rates and deferred payments. Eligible organizations do not need to have experienced physical damage to qualify.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I want to thank Governor Moore for working with us and requesting this declaration to help these businesses navigate this ongoing emergency and plan for their future.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today Governor Wes Moore announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration to provide assistance to eligible small businesses and nonprofits affected by the Empire Towers structural emergency.

Announcement: EMPIRE TOWERS UPDATE — SBA approves Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration, shown on a bright yellow background with a county seal above the headline.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Allowing locals to tax wealth at a higher rate is the only rational response to the feds doing the opposite. We’ll see how the politics plays out on that, given the role that big money plays in our elections.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

My testimony focused on the fact that since 1980 federal tax rates have steadily declined and loopholes have grown for the very rich, and that’s why we can’t afford infrastructure and basic services.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Maryland law limits how local governments can generate revenue, so unless the state wants to pick up the tab, they need to create more flexibility.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

It’s a timely process, because the Trump administration’s signature legislation, HR 1, transfers obligations to state and local governments with no revenue to pay for them, starting right after the November elections.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

It was created by the Maryland General Assembly early in the year and is tasked with reporting back to that body and the Governor about options in time for the 2027 session.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Next, I testified on the topic of local government revenue options before the Task Force to Modernize County and Municipal Revenue Structures, led by Comptroller Brooke Lierman.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We’ve also had to be careful that the use of AI doesn’t create leaks in our systems through which our residents’ personal information might flow. Those are the kinds of challenges and experiences that need to be shared between counties, and I’m glad that MACo is doing the convening.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

For instance, in our county, we’ve been experimenting with AI responses to constituent inquiries, and we determined that the tool was useful as an aid, but not as a replacement for real people. Constituents are human, and they need to be treated that way.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The audience was mostly people in IT whose job it is to ensure that counties have good tools and know how to use them. But it also included policy makers, the people who are tasked with creating the guardrails and transparency policies, and who make the decisions about when new tools go live.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Weekly Letter #187 - AI, Revenue, Cruel Cuts, Crap, and Raising the Roof This week started with welcoming remarks at a day-long Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) symposium on AI in local government.

Promotional banner for County Executive Pittman's Weekly Letter (#187) titled "AI, Revenue, Cruel Cuts, Crap, and Raising the Roof," summarizing welcoming remarks at a Maryland Association of Counties symposium on AI and directing readers to AACounty.org/WeeklyLetter

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

With an expected completion date of July 2027, the Edgewater Community Center will feature an elevated roofline to accommodate a state-of-the-art gymnasium, indoor playground, and elevated walking track,

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Our residents, our Recreation and Parks team, and our Resilience Authority are building something here that will make life better for all ages for many generations.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

After a whole lot of community engagement and planning, I’m thrilled that we are now raising the roof on the old Giant building to create the indoor recreation and community space that Edgewater and South County have needed for so long.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Yesterday, I joined the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, the Resilience Authority of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, and local elected leaders to celebrate the start of major construction and structural expansion of the Edgewater Community Center.

Construction team in hard hats and high-visibility vests pose at a mall renovation site holding architectural plans, with a scissor lift, excavator, and partially demolished storefront in the background.

Four construction workers in hard hats and high-visibility vests gathered around a large site plan, discussing building layout on an active worksite with an excavator visible in the background.

Construction crew in hard hats and high-visibility vests watch a yellow excavator demolish the facade of a commercial building during a controlled teardown, with staff standing near a podium and photographing the progress.

Construction professionals wearing hard hats and neon safety vests stand in a semicircle inside a building under renovation, listening and discussing during a site tour.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Please join me in congratulating the Annapolis Senior Activity Center on 40 years of making life better!

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Thank you to the hardworking staff at the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities and the Annapolis Senior Activity Center for being a community space of connection and resources for our older adults.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

For 40 years, the Annapolis Senior Activity Center has served our county’s older adults and provided a place for them to improve their quality of life through socialization, nutrition programs, and educational classes on things such as fitness and creative arts.

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Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman @aacoexec.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Earlier this month, I joined the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities, Jared Littmann, Mayor of Annapolis, and our residents at the Annapolis Senior Activity Center to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

County Executive Pittman, Mayor Jared Littmann, and the Annapolis Senior Activity Center Director stand holding a large cutout frame that reads "Happy 40th Anniversary" and "Annapolis Senior Activity Center," posing in a community room with seniors, flags, and purple-decorated tables.

County Executive Pittman stands at a podium holds up a citation and speaks into a microphone while Mayor Littmann sits beside him, with U.S. and state flags and gold stage curtains behind them.

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