Anne Arundel County established a charter form of government in 1964.
The Anne Arundel County Government consists of Departments and Offices as well as Boards & Commissions. These entities work together to serve our Citizen's needs.
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Anne Arundel County provides a wide array of services and programs for its Citizens, Businesses, and Visitors
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With almost 54,000 businesses, Anne Arundel County is a major hub of commerce and development. With a $35 billion economy, low taxes, a vast multi-modal transportation system, highly skilled workforce and excellent educational institutions, Anne Arundel County is the premier location to do business.
The Commission focuses on issues involving women and families, especially as it relates to legislation, education and health. The Commission promotes its goals and activities through increased public awareness and education. The Commission works cooperatively with public and private organizations, governmental agencies, non-profit groups, and other women's advocacy groups to bring about solutions to issues and concerns of the community.
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.
