Annapolis, MD (April 9, 2025) – Anne Arundel County, in partnership with the Resilience Authority of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, this week released two Request for Proposals (RFPs) for qualified firms to provide comprehensive architectural, engineering, and construction services for two new climate-resilient projects.
The first project, located at 3130 Solomons Island Road, was once home to a Giant Food store and has remained largely unoccupied for years. Now, in partnership with the Resilience Authority, the county aims to revitalize this vacant five-acre property into a state-of-the-art recreation and community resilience center in Edgewater. The future Edgewater Recreation and Community Center will be a dynamic hub for recreation, education, and environmental resilience and will offer modern amenities, multi-purpose spaces, and innovative programming to support recreation, education, and environmental stewardship.
“Engaging with our Resilience Authority on these two projects will not only expedite their construction, but also ensure that they are done in a way that contributes to the environmental restoration of these sensitive sites,” said County Executive Steuart Pittman. “Our residents have asked for sustainable redevelopment of community spaces to promote health and wellness, and that’s what these projects deliver.”
"The Edgewater Recreation and Community Center represents a significant step forward," said Jessica Leys, Director of the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks. "By transforming a long-vacant space, we are creating a dynamic hub for recreation, learning, and community interaction. This project is also a commitment to the future, prioritizing sustainability and resilience to ensure our public spaces endure and flourish for generations.”
The key project goals for the Edgewater Recreation and Community Center include transforming a vacant site into a vibrant, welcoming space for all ages, incorporating sustainable and resilient design to address environmental challenges, providing high-quality recreational facilities and community resources, and enhancing public recreational opportunities through inclusive and accessible programming.
The second project for which The Resilience Authority recently released a request for proposals is coastal engineering and construction services for the restoration of Jonas and Anne Catharine Green Park. This opportunity seeks proposals to build up the park’s resilience to sea level rise and other climate and weather-related impacts using nature-based design, with an intentional focus on the park's current and future use and programming.
“I couldn’t be more excited to partner with Director Leys and the Department of Recreation and Parks on these transformative projects,” said Matt Fleming, Resilience Authority Director. “One of the primary reasons I moved to and stayed in Anne Arundel County is because of its incredible parks and public spaces. The Edgewater Recreation and Community Center and Jonas Green Park are perfect examples of how we can rethink and revitalize these spaces to better serve both people and the environment.”
Interested firms can review both RFPs and submission details on the Resilience Authority’s website.