Bonus Podcast: Annapolis Mayor Jared Littmann Checks In at 200 Days

Annapolis Mayor Jared Littmann joins us for a wide-ranging conversation marking roughly 200 days in office. He discusses securing funding for the City Dock project, reaching a tentative settlement in the HACA housing lawsuit, filling several key leadership positions, launching the search for a new police chief, and passing his first city budget without increasing the tax rate. We also dig into permitting reforms, including shorter review times and the possible use of artificial intelligence to screen applications for code compliance. Littmann explains why the police chief search includes a community advisory committee, responds to concerns about city communications and social media, and addresses the financial impact of the proposed $15 million HACA settlement. The conversation also covers progress at City Dock, the challenges facing nearby businesses during construction, proposed changes to downtown parking, the return of the Golden Pass program, and the mayor's priorities for the next 100 days. Littmann also reflects on what he considers one of his early missteps and what he hopes residents will begin noticing as investments in streets, sidewalks and other city services move forward. Have a listen! LINKS: Annapolis Mayor's Office (Website) Annapolis Email Alerts Annapolis Prepare Me App