17 Facts About Mike Pantelides

Michael John Pantelides was born on September 5,1983 and is an American politician who served as the mayor of the city of Annapolis, Maryland, from 2013 to 2017.

Mike Pantelides was elected in November 2013, defeating incumbent Josh Cohen.

Mike Pantelides was born in Annapolis, Maryland, on September 5,1983, to parents John and Gloria Mike Pantelides.

Mike Pantelides served as an at-large member of the Annapolis Republican Central Committee and was president of the Germantown-Homewood Civic Association.

Mike Pantelides managed the campaign for Republican David Cordle, who in 2009 lost to Josh Cohen in the race for mayor.

Mike Pantelides served as campaign manager for Jerry Cave when Cave ran for the state Senate in 2010.

Mike Pantelides worked for his father, John Pantelides, as a land development consultant.

Mike Pantelides is an Eagle Scout, and said during the campaign that he has been a volunteer with the Annapolis Jaycees, Habitat for Humanity, and 21st Century Education Foundation.

In November 2013, Mike Pantelides was elected Mayor of Annapolis, becoming the city's first Republican mayor since 1997.

Mike Pantelides worked with the city council to pass the city's 2015 budget, which succeeded by an eight to one vote.

Mike Pantelides dealt with several resignations from city leaders in the early months of this term.

Mike Pantelides opened up the application process for his transition team to the public.

Mike Pantelides brought on a Hispanic liaison to work with local faith based groups and the growing Hispanic community.

Mike Pantelides established an open door policy, and on the first Tuesday of each month citizens could come into his office and discuss concerns, offer advice, or ask questions related to Annapolis.

In March 2014, Mike Pantelides came under fire for passing a profane note to an Annapolis City Alderman during a City Council meeting.

Mike Pantelides is an ex officio member of the National Sailing Hall of Fame, is a board member on the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Visitors Bureau and sits on the Legislative Committee for the Maryland Municipal League.

In 2014, Mike Pantelides endorsed Republican Anne Arundel County executive candidate Steve Schuh in the general election.