Adequate Public Safety Ordinance (APSO)

The County Commissioners of Charles County are seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a study and draft an Adequate Public Safety Ordinance (APSO) to manage growth and ensure new development does not adversely impact local public safety infrastructure. The study will evaluate existing public safety capacity, projected needs, and potential funding sources. The selected firm will provide technical expertise and recommendations for implementing the APSO. Key aspects of the project include: • Data collection and analysis • Evaluation of level of service standards • Development of regulatory documents and ordinances • Assessment of public safety infrastructure and adequate public facilities • Analysis of financial implications of new development on public safety services • Recommendation of funding strategies, such as impact fees • Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations affecting public safety infrastructure and development review processes The County is looking for a firm with experience in similar projects, a strong technical team, and the ability to provide high-quality services.