Description
Title: Annapolis Harbor Lines at Hawkins Cove For the purpose of changing the City of Annapolis harbor line at Hawkins Cove to allow for the implementation of the Hawkins Cove Restoration project; and matters generally related to harbor lines.
Summary
Ordinance O-3-26 aims to modify the harbor line at Hawkins Cove in Annapolis, facilitating the Hawkins Cove Restoration project, which seeks to enhance ecological functions and improve public access to waterfront areas. Introduced by Alderman Thorp and co-sponsored by Mayor Littmann, this legislation is part of broader efforts to address historical inequities in access to the waterfront, particularly for the adjacent public housing community. The project aligns with the City’s Equitable Public Water Access Plan and is coordinated with the Eastport Choice Neighborhood Initiative. The proposed changes are necessary for compliance with local land use regulations and are expected to receive support from state and federal agencies, ensuring that public benefits are prioritized while minimizing environmental impacts.