Michael John Pantelides (born September 5, 1983) is an American politician who served as the mayor of the city of Annapolis, Maryland, from 2013 to 2017.
A third generation Annapolitan, Mike's grandparents arrived in Annapolis from Greece and Cyprus in the 1940s and opened The Royal Restaurant in the heart of the city's historic district.
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.
During the campaign, Pantelides ran on a "Sweep Annapolis Clean" platform, creating a crusade to change policy and processes in the city.
During his first 100 days in office, he reorganized departments and created initiatives in an attempt to support business and economic development in the city.
Made up of 61 residents that speak 23 different languages, they offer their talents to the city, helping individuals to communicate through their translation services.
[3][4] 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.