Restore trust in government, create economic opportunity for all, implement smart growth policies, and promote health and wellness. These are the principles that guide us as we govern and work to make Anne Arundel County The Best Place - For All.

Restore trust in government, create economic opportunity for all, implement smart growth policies, and promote health and wellness. These are the principles that guide us as we govern and work to make Anne Arundel County The Best Place - For All.

As the most centrally-located county in Maryland and site of the state capital of Annapolis, Anne Arundel County is in many ways the heart of Maryland. Half a million people call the county home.

We manage the County's response to major emergencies and coordinate with all relevant County, State and Federal departments, offices and leadership and maintain strong partnerships with other jurisdictions.

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Anne Arundel County is committed to being responsive to our Citizen's needs. For Police or Fire emergencies, please call 9-1-1; To reach a customer service representative, please call 3-1-1. If you are outside of the county, please call (410) 222-7000; To inquire online, choose a topic from the options below

Anne Arundel County Department of Inspections and Permits Announces Updated As-Built Checklist

On January 23, 2025, at approximately 10:10 a.m., an Anne Arundel County Police School Resource Officer (SRO) at Meade High School (1100 Clark Road, Fort Meade, MD) responded for a stabbing that occurred in a second-story bathroom.