STOP THE TOWER ANNAPOLIS
Stop the Tower at the Moose Lodge.
The Community Has Spoken.
The County’s survey confirms our community’s priorities: protect property values and choose Site L.
It’s time to work together for a better solution.
A New Phase in Our Community’s Advocacy
For months, our community has been actively engaged in a dialogue with Anne Arundel County about the proposed Heritage Harbour Elevated Water Storage Tank. Thanks to the hundreds of residents who have participated in public meetings, signed petitions, and submitted survey responses, we’ve made incredible progress together.
The County has listened to our concerns and, in response, has provided multiple opportunities for public feedback, culminating in a community-wide survey. The results of that survey are now public, and they provide a clear, data-driven path forward. Our goal is to work with the County to ensure this data is used to guide the final decision-making process, leading to a solution that benefits all stakeholders.
Our Community’s Priorities:
The recent community survey provides a clear mandate for how this project should proceed. The results highlight three critical points that must guide the County’s final decision:
Protecting Property Values is the #1 Priority
When asked to rank the most important factors in site selection, nearly half of all residents (47%) chose “Impact to Personal Property Values” as their top priority. This is the single most important issue for our community. Placing a 200-foot industrial structure, as required at the Moose Lodge site, in close proximity to residential homes poses a significant and documented risk to property values. At 200 feet, the proposed tower at the Moose Lodge site would be taller than the Maryland State House (181 feet), currently the tallest building in Annapolis.
Site L is the Overwhelming Community Choice
The survey results show a clear and undeniable preference for Site L (the open space off North River Road). This location received over four times the number of “Most Preferred” votes as any other site. Conversely, the Moose Lodge (Site E) was not a preferred option. The community has identified a viable alternative that minimizes residential impact, and we believe the County should focus its resources on pursuing this overwhelmingly popular option.
A Fair and Transparent Process
While we appreciate the recent public meetings and survey, the initial rollout of this project lacked transparency. Our coalition was formed to ensure that residents have a meaningful voice in decisions that directly impact their lives. We are committed to working with the County to ensure the remainder of this process is open, collaborative, and respects the clear feedback the community has provided.
“I’ve lived in Twin Hills for over 20 years and never received any notice about this water tower. The first I heard was at the recent meeting where they presented it as a done deal.“
“The proposed tower would be visible from every window in my home. I’m concerned about both my property value and my family’s enjoyment of our backyard.“
“As a Heritage Harbour homeowner, I feel that there is no need for this tower as our water flow and supply is working well. Since my community has no more land available for construction of additional homes, this project is not needed and will create an eyesore as well as an unnecessary expense for all county residents.”
“As a real estate agent in Anne Arundel County, I can confirm that properties near water towers typically sell for less and stay on the market much longer.
The proposed Moose Lodge tower would cast a shadow over our children’s playground, loom over our home, and devastate the value of our property—our family’s lifetime investment.
Our Journey Together
A Timeline of Community Action
TIMELINE:
December 2025: A Clear Path Forward. The County releases the full survey results, and the data is clear: our community’s top priority is protecting property values, and Site L is the overwhelming choice. We’ve sent a letter to County officials, thanking them for the process and urging them to honor the community’s voice.
October 2025: Our Voices Lead to Action. Thanks to a summer of sustained, respectful advocacy from our community, the County paused the Moose Lodge acquisition and agreed to a full public re-evaluation. This led to two open house meetings and the community-wide survey we had been asking for.
Summer 2025: A Community Comes Together. In response to the County’s initial plan, a dedicated group of residents from surrounding neighborhoods formed the Stop the Tower Coalition. Hundreds of neighbors quickly joined the cause by signing the petition, we pooled our resources, organized our message, and began a professional and persistent dialogue with our elected officials.
March 2025: A Flawed Beginning. The County’s first public meeting presented the Moose Lodge tower as a “done deal.” To make matters worse, the public notices were sent with the wrong address, preventing many from even attending. It was clear our community needed to get organized to ensure our voices were heard.
Currently considered viable site options provided by AA County
The Moose Lodge Water Tower plan and pictures provided by AA County
About Us
About Stop the Tower Annapolis Coalition
Stop the Tower Annapolis is a registered 501(c)(4) organization formed by residents from neighborhoods surrounding the proposed water tower site at the Moose Lodge location. Our coalition includes homeowners from multiple nearby communities who have united to advocate for responsible and suitable infrastructure solutions.
As a registered and insured organization, we are committed to protecting our community’s interests through legal, ethical, and impactful advocacy. Our primary goal is to persuade Anne Arundel County officials to relocate the proposed 200-foot water tower to a more appropriate location, thereby minimizing negative impacts on our neighborhoods.
Our coalition is governed by a board of directors from participating communities, ensuring structured decision-making that considers input from all affected neighborhoods.
Join our mission to protect our homes, health, and community, and to promote responsible infrastructure development that benefits all residents!
FAQs
