City Council Meeting May 26, 2026

The City Council of Annapolis held a special meeting on May 26, 2026, which included discussions on several procurement and budget-related topics. Key procurement-related discussions focused on the upcoming fiscal year 2027 budget, with the council preparing to vote on over 120 amendments in a forthcoming all-day meeting. The proposed budget maintains the current property tax rate but includes adjustments to enterprise fees for water, sewer, refuse collection, and stormwater. The council also discussed capital improvement projects such as waterway and sidewalk repairs, Turner Park improvements, and traffic safety enhancements, with specific funding requests mentioned, including $100,000 for waterway improvements and $150,000 for sidewalks in Eastport. Additionally, the council addressed the hybrid passenger ferry pilot project, emphasizing the need to release an RFP by fall 2026 to meet federal funding deadlines. Public comments raised concerns about the ferry project's feasibility and costs. The council also reviewed governance modernization recommendations for advisory boards and commissions to improve efficiency and transparency, which could impact future procurement and contracting processes. Several ordinances and resolutions related to housing, zoning, and fee schedules were introduced and referred to relevant committees for further consideration.