Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunities
September 22nd - Membership Meeting Support
October 14th - WORA Trivia Night
October 24th - PorchFest 2026
October 17th-31st - "Paint the Ward Red"
November/December- "Share the Light" Lighthouse Shelter Collection Effort
A Message from the President
October President’s Message
There’s a lot happening in Ward One this month. In this brief message, WORA President Tom Krieck shares updates on our advocacy efforts, upcoming community activities, and the issues that matter most to our neighborhood.
Click the President’s Message image above to watch the video.
Help Us Paint the Ward Red!
This October, WORA neighbors are coming together to Paint the Ward Red—a hands-on community project to refresh the faded red no-parking curbs throughout Ward One.
We need volunteers to help prepare the curbs & paint. No special skills are needed—just a willingness to pitch in and help make Ward One look its best.
Come for an hour or stay longer. Every helping hand makes a difference.
Click Button below to help us !
Members' Corner
Submit your thoughts to worapresident@wardone.org
Sveinn Storm Thanks WORA
Thank you Sveinn Storm for the kind words about WORA and our role in helping your business grow. Good luck on "Storm A Brewing" and we look forward to the grand opening.
Click the video to watch Sveinn's Message
Proposed Franklin Street Rezoning
Public comment opposing proposed rezoning of Franklin/Shaw Street parcels from C2P/C1-A to C1, citing density, parking, and notice concerns.
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Zoning Unlocked
Public testimony opposing Prince George Street's C1-A to C1 rezoning, citing lost protections, density, parking, and STR concerns.
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Duke of Gloucester Commercial Rezoning
Public comment opposing rezoning C2P to C2 on Duke of Gloucester/Conduit Streets, arguing it commercializes and harms the historic district.
Community Focus
Proposed Zoning Changes
WORA supports thoughtful updates to Annapolis zoning code and recognizes the value of simplifying outdated or redundant zoning districts. Growth, adaptive reuse, and preservation can work together to keep Annapolis economically vibrant while protecting its historic character.
We are, however, concerned about the proposed elimination of the C1-A and C2P zoning districts within Annapolis Historic District. These areas are central to the historic character and identity of Annapolis, making changes to their underlying zoning particularly significant.
Our Committees
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