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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Calvert County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Deputy staffing levels at traffic stops
A board member asked why some stops have three to five deputies. The commander explained mandatory backup protocols, Route 4's dangers, and tag-reader intelligence on stolen guns and out-of-county violent offenders; the sheriff added that more officers means more cameras and better control.
Free spay/neuter program for low-income pet owners
The county was slated to submit a grant application and support letter to keep funding free spay/neuter services for pets of low-income families through the Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter.
Verizon tower lease amendment in Lusby
Public Safety brought a first amendment to the Lusby tower lease with Verizon Wireless (CellCo Partnership). Keeping this tower lease healthy supports county communications revenue and emergency communications infrastructure.