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