Allison Pickard is taking a collaborative approach to deliver for Anne Arundel County! She will continue to stand up for the values and efforts that will strengthen our families, businesses and community.
Meet Allison
Councilwoman Allison Pickard has been leading and improving Anne Arundel County for over a decade. From building new schools to improving infrastructure, investing in first responders, and tackling environmental challenges, Allison has delivered results for our neighbors and families.
In 2018, Allison was elected to the Anne Arundel County Council. She has taken a pragmatic approach to her work with community stakeholders. Allison has focused on economic development that creates opportunities for small businesses and improves the lives of all residents because she knows our community needs results. Now Allison is running for County Executive to continue to build on the progress made here in Anne Arundel County.
Accomplishments
Allison Pickard is a strong proponent of collaborative leadership, and her record reflects a commitment to community-first policies, sustainability, and equitable growth. On the council, Allison:
Added new police, fire, and EMS personnel to meet demand and better serve our county; increased first responder pay; and invested in new police and fire vehicles and equipment to modernize our public safety offices
Passed numerous zoning code reforms to ensure affordability, attainability, and choice in our housing market
Added over 650 new teaching positions to reduce classroom size and keep up with growth
Funded the construction of four new school buildings, including a new high school
Approved infrastructure investments to repair damaged roads and sidewalks, add bike lanes, improve drainage systems to confront climate change, and modernize our public parks
Ensured that the county budget was balanced without compromising on essential community needs
Created the Resilience Authority to tackle environmental challenges and flooding in Anne Arundel County
Championed bipartisan revitalization projects, such as the Downtown Glen Burnie Town Center project
