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MD Department of the Environment Denies Chesapeake Rubble Landfill
November 8, 2024 - The Maryland Department of the Environment Land and Materials Administration has made a Final Determination to deny the Refuse Disposal Permit Application for the Chesapeake Rubble Landfill to be located along Patuxent Road in Odenton, Anne Arundel County Maryland. See Official Notice.
The proposed Chesapeake Terrace Rubble Landfill would have been located along Patuxent Road in Odenton, occupying 480 acres. The landfill would have been bounded on the northeast by the Little Patuxent River, on the west by the Amtrak Railroad, on the southwest by Conway Road, and the southeast by Patuxent River Park.
The Department’s Final Determination and supporting documents will be available for public review at the Odenton Branch of the Anne Arundel Public Library located at 1325 Annapolis Road.
Engage Arundel
Recently, James Kitchin, Special Assistant to the County Executive, along with Vincent Moulden, Director, Office of Community Engagement and Constituent Services (CECS), conducted a webinar on engaging with Anne Arundel County government services. The information provided includes valuable tips we believe all county residents should know.
You can watch the entire webinar at your convenience by clicking here and you can download the presentation slides by clicking here.
A link to the new CECS web page that has additional important information is here: EngageArundel
Crofton Golf (a.k.a. Beaver Creek) Restoration Project
To view a time lapse video of the regrowth from August through October click here.
During September’s CCA General Membership Meeting, Senior Project Manager for Anne Arundel County’s Bureau of Watershed Protection & Restoration, Ms. Nasrin Dahlgren, presented details about Phase 1 of what is commonly known as the “Beaver Creek” restoration project currently underway between Rt. 424 and Crofton Parkway. She also gave a preview of what will be Phase 2 of the project between Crofton Parkway and MD Rt. 3 scheduled for the fall of 2025. See Power Point Presentation.
The next day, Ms. Sally Albright, the Bureau’s Education & Outreach Coordinator (shown below in orange vest), conducted a tour of the site for a small group of residents to highlight recent plantings and explain the benefits of this “valley restoration” initiative.
Alternatively, we have design drawings for Phase 2 on display at Town Hall. You may view them during regular business hours, 9am to 5pm, M-F.
Last Chance on 60th Anniversary Ornaments!
The Crofton 60th Anniversary Store is now open at https://bit.ly/3QQcEST featuring 60th Anniversary Ornaments priced at just $5 to clear out our inventory. There are just 30 ornaments left! Order your piece of Crofton history today. All orders can be picked up at Town Hall, 1576 Crofton Parkway, Crofton, MD, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The December E-Advocate Edition
The December Edition of the E-Advocate is Now Available
This edition features:
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Crofton Citizen of the Year
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Crofton Policeman of the Year
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Tonight's Crofton Holiday Tree Lighting Event
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The Gold Star Memorial
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Crofton Police Report and Stats
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Holiday Concerts
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Much More!
Visit E-Advocate Edition XXIII December 2024 to view the e-book formatted E-Advocate where you can also opt to download a PDF for printing or saving locally.
2024 CCA Crofton Citizen of the Year
Throughout Crofton's history and development there have been many people that have contributed to our growth and Crofton's "hometown" feeling and sense of community. The Crofton Civic Association recognizes those people that have made an impact on Crofton through the Crofton Citizen of the Year award.
This year the award was presented to resident Evelyn Harris at the Crofton Chamber of Commerce Community Award Banquet, November 13th.
CCA Town Manager Martin H. Simon (right) presents the 2024 Citizen of the Year Award to Evelyn Harris.
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EVENTS
CCA Board & General Membership Meeting
There will be a CCA General Membership & Board of Directors meeting on January 13, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Library and Media Center, Crofton Elementary School. The CCA and CSCBD FY26 Budgets will be presented by Treasurer James Kitchin. The Board of Directors and Town Hall staff will be there to answer any questions.
Light Up Crofton 2024
The 5th annual Light Up Crofton, which is organized by BSA Troop 758, will be held on Sunday, December 15th when Crofton neighborhoods are transformed into a beautiful winter community! Be part of this community tradition of lighting up our neighborhoods with candle luminary kits sold by Troop 758. Each kit contains supplies for 10 luminaries: 10 white bags & 2” votive candles, sand, and instructions. Participating families line the curb in front of their homes, stairs, driveways, and walkways.
This event is organized by Scout Troop 758 and proceeds benefit the Scout Troop. They also accept donations to place luminaries in common areas (neighborhood entrances, etc.). Visit https://bit.ly/4fOzTGw for pricing and to reserve your luminary kits. Spread the Word! Please like Light Up Crofton Facebook Page. If you have any questions, please email LightUpCrofton@gmail.com.
CROFTON POLICE
Crofton Police Department News!
September 2024 - The Crofton Police Department is pleased to announce the promotion of Ofc. Jon Carrier to Corporal!
Pictured l-r, Chief Jason Jett, Corporal Jon Carrier
Crofton Police Department Officer of the Year 2024
Corporal Kyle Gable was recognized as the Crofton Police Department’s 2024 Officer of the Year. If you tend to be a lead-footed driver, you’ve probably already met CPL Gable. Over the last two years, Crofton P.D.’s statistics have shown that our officers are making their presence increasingly known in the community. One of the statistics is for traffic violations and CPL Gable is a large part of the reason why traffic citations and warnings along the Parkway have become more common AND we are seeing less speeding as a result.
Rather than awarding a traditional plaque, Chief Jason Jett continued a new practice begun last year for Sergeant Sims by presenting to CPL Gable the Officer of the Year Belt!
CPL. Kyle Gable
Citizen recognition "Good Deed" award to Brady Sampson, Crofton Elementary School
On October 27, 2023, Acting Chief Jett and Corporal Sims made a visit to Crofton Elementary School to bestow upon Brady Sampson the esteemed "Good Deed" award, in recognition of his outstanding citizenship. Brady's commendable act was rooted in his discovery of lost property, which he promptly and responsibly turned in to the Crofton Police Department.
Brady's actions embody the principles of honesty, integrity, and community responsibility, which are values highly regarded by both the Crofton Police Department and our community as a whole. As a token of our appreciation and acknowledgment of his exemplary conduct, we presented him with a certificate and other tokens of gratitude. Brady's actions serve as a remarkable example of good citizenship, and his dedication to the betterment of the community is truly commendable.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Brady for his praiseworthy deeds, and we applaud his commitment to upholding the values that make our community a better and safer place for all.
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As always, if you would prefer to donate the old fashioned way, please send a check or money order to: Crofton Civic Association, 1576 Crofton Parkway, Crofton, MD, 21114.
Thank you for your much needed support!