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Planning Commission
The commission will consider a special development, site plan, and landscape plan for a Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns at 204-208 Hays Street. They will also discuss potential changes to work session procedures and staggering of commission member terms. Public comment will be accepted.
- Review of Special Development, Site Plan and Landscape Plan for Dunkin Donuts/Jimmy Johns at 204 and 208 Hays Street, submitted by Bel Air Downtown QSR, LLC
- Discussion of amending Planning Commission's Powers and Duties (Rules of Procedure) regarding work sessions and additional review time for large-scale projects
- Discussion of staggering of terms of Planning Commission members
- Approval of minutes from June 4, 2026
Historic Preservation Commission
The Commission will review and potentially approve a request for a new fence at the Pyle House (329 Webster Street), a historic property. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the America250 Find Our History Contest. No other major decisions are scheduled.
- Approval of meeting minutes from May 28, 2026
- HA-1807 — Pyle House at 329 Webster Street: request for approval of a new fence
- Discussion of America250 Find Our History Contest
Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need
The committee will review updates on the AARP grant and senior housing AED availability. New business includes discussions regarding McFaul programming expansion and a Thanksgiving meal in Havre de Grace.
- AARP grant update
- Senior housing AED status review
- Help Your Neighbor Program Review
- McFaul Programming Expansion
- Havre de Grace Thanksgiving Meal
Board of Town Commissioners
The Board of Town Commissioners will hold public hearings on four items: Ordinance 861-26 to prohibit data centers in Bel Air, Ordinance 862-26 to amend sewer service rates, Resolution 1273-26 for Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendments, and Resolution 1274-26 for fee schedule amendments. New business includes a trash collection easement for Park Manor Condominium, a contract for bituminous concrete (asphalt), and ratification of laptop and backup/email protection purchases.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in town
- Public hearing on Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rates (Chapter 397)
- Public hearing on Resolution 1273-26 Fiscal Year 2026 budget amendments
- Public hearing on Resolution 1274-26 Town Fee Schedule amendments
- New business: Resolution 1275-26 Park Manor Condominium trash collection deed of easement
Cultural Arts Commission
The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly public meeting on June 17, 2026. The agenda includes administrative matters such as approval of minutes, budget review, and discussion of the FY27 budget. The commission will also address unfinished business on public art projects, including the Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture and Hearts of Harford Maintenance, as well as new sponsorship and event requests.
- Approval of May 20, 2026 minutes
- FY27 Budget review
- Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture update
- Hearts of Harford Maintenance update
- 10 West Salon Public Art Review/Sponsorship Request update
Board of Appeals
The Bel Air Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider a special exception request for a 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 S. Main Street, submitted by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC. The previous special exception for the same site expired on April 20, 2026. Administrative matters include approval of minutes and election of officers.
- Review special exception request for 32-bed assisted living facility at 908-910 S. Main St by Platinum Sprinkler, LLC
- Previous special exception approved April 20, 2023, expired April 20, 2026
- Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025
- Election of officers
- Qualification of Syed 'Wagar' Shah as expert witness in land planning
Economic Community Development Commission
The Economic Community Development Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 11, 2026. The agenda includes discussion of the proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court and planning for the annual awards event, including selection of an architect for Archer-Bull eligible projects. The meeting will include a closed session to discuss award nominees and recommendations.
- Proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court (old business)
- Selection of an architect to review Archer-Bull eligible projects (new business)
- Setting the date for the annual awards event (new business)
- Closed session to review Archer-Bull Award eligible projects and Business of the Year nominees
- Approval of May 2026 meeting minutes
Tree Committee
The Town of Bel Air Tree Committee will hold a discussion meeting on June 10, 2026, at 705 E. Churchville Road. Members will continue reviewing the 2026 Community Forestry Program work plan and discuss proposed tree planting projects scheduled from Fall 2026 through Fall 2029. The agenda also covers approving the minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting.
- Review and approval of May 13, 2026, meeting minutes
- Continuation of the 2026 Community Forestry Program work plan review
- Discussion of tree planting projects planned for Fall 2026 through Fall 2029
- Meeting location: Planning and Community Development Office at 705 E. Churchville Road
Board of Town Commissioners
At this work session, the Board of Town Commissioners will discuss purchasing Dell laptops and Barracuda cybersecurity software, and review a tentative agenda for the June 22 town meeting that includes public hearings on prohibiting data centers (Ordinance 861-26), amending sewer rates (Ordinance 862-26), FY2026 budget amendments, and fee schedule changes. The board will also enter closed session to discuss legal advice on two pending court cases and potential appointments for the vacant Town Administrator position.
- Purchase of Dell Pro Max 16 Laptop Computers
- Purchase of Barracuda Backup and Email Protection
- Public hearing on Ordinance 861-26 prohibiting data centers in Bel Air
- Public hearing on Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rate determination
- Closed session to discuss legal advice on two circuit court cases and Town Administrator appointment
Planning Commission
The Bel Air Planning Commission will meet on June 4, 2026, to review a special development, site plan, and landscape plan for Harford Mall Phase VI, which proposes three buildings totaling 69,524+/- square feet and infrastructure to convert the existing shopping center into a mixed-use center. The commission will also review Ordinance No. 861-26, which would prohibit data centers in the town. Additionally, the commission will approve minutes from its April 2, 2026, meeting.
- Review of special development, site plan, and landscape plan for Harford Mall Phase VI: three buildings totaling 69,524+/- sf and associated infrastructure for mixed-use conversion
- Review of Ordinance No. 861-26 prohibiting data centers
- Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026, meeting
Board of Town Commissioners
The Board of Town Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider three fiscal items: Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rates, Resolution 1273-26 for FY2026 budget amendments, and Resolution 1274-26 updating the town fee schedule. The board will also vote on an accessory package for a police investigation division van and a patrol vehicle. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the vacant Town Administrator position.
- Ordinance 862-26 amending sewer service rate determination (public hearing)
- Resolution 1273-26 - Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments (public hearing)
- Resolution 1274-26 - Town Fee Schedule Amendments (public hearing)
- Accessory package for Criminal Investigation Division van and a patrol vehicle
- Closed session to discuss potential appointments to vacant Town Administrator position
Historic Preservation Commission
The Bel Air Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2026. The main item is a request for approval of exterior renovations — siding, doors, paint, and rear stairs — for the former Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street. The commission will also approve April minutes and discuss America250 community outreach and a poster contest.
- HA-1413: Request for exterior renovation approval for Bel Air Black (Colored) High School at 205 Hays Street (siding, doors, paint, rear stairs)
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 23, 2026
- Discussion of America250 Community Outreach
- Discussion of Poster Contest Entries
Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need
The Committee for Seniors & Citizens in Need will consider new business including a presentation from Jenny Erhard of the Bel Air Downtown Alliance and a discussion about senior housing lacking automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Old business updates include the county budget and a Town Board of Commissioners memo, as well as an AARP grant update. The committee will also vote on prior meeting minutes.
- Jenny Erhard, Bel Air Downtown Alliance presentation
- Senior housing not having Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) discussion
- County budget/Town Board of Commissioners memo update
- AARP grant update
- Stakeholder comments from Economic & Community Development Committee
Board of Town Commissioners
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will discuss several items during the May 27 work session. Key actions include amending the town code on sewer service rates, approving budget and fee schedule changes for fiscal year 2026, and authorizing a vehicle package for the Criminal Investigation Division. The meeting also features community recognitions for an essay contest and a historic preservation poster contest.
- Ordinance 862-26 amending Town Code Chapter 397, § 397-18A sewer service rate determination
- Resolution 1273-26 proposing fiscal year 2026 budget amendments
- Resolution 1274-26 proposing town fee schedule amendments
- Accessory package for Criminal Investigation Division van and patrol vehicle
- Certificates of Recognition for semi‑finalists in the “If I Were Mayor” essay contest
Cultural Arts Commission
The Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly meeting to approve April minutes, review budgets for marketing and public art, and discuss unfinished business including the America 250 Student Art Exhibit removal volunteers and a living history event. New business includes selecting a sculpture for the Atwood-Marketplace project, reviewing public art sponsorship applications from 10 West Salon and BAHS Little Free Art Gallery, and considering a plaque for the Plumtree Park Little Free Library. The commission will also receive updates on the Town of Bel Air, the A&E District, and the Bel Air Farmers' Market.
- Approval of minutes from April 15, 2026
- Budget review for marketing/event sponsorship and public art
- America 250 Student Art Exhibit removal volunteers and Living History Event
- Selection for Atwood-Marketplace Sculpture
- Public Art Review/Sponsorship — 10 West Salon and BAHS Little Free Art Gallery
Board of Town Commissioners
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the tentative FY2027 budget and vote on the final FY2027 budget, which sets town spending and tax rates. The board will also consider Ordinance 861-26, which would prohibit data centers in the town and change local land use rules. Additional items include contracts for street repairs and a recreation building roof, and the appointment of Rachel Deaner as finance director. The meeting will close with a session to discuss pending litigation and a personnel matter.
- Public hearing on FY2027 tentative budget (Resolution 1268-26)
- Final approval of FY2027 budget (Resolution 1271-26)
- Ordinance 861-26 to prohibit data centers in Bel Air
- Contracts for sidewalk repairs and recreation building roof replacement
- Appointment of Rachel Deaner as Finance Director
Economic Community Development Commission
The Economic and Community Development Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss the proposed relocation of the Maryland District Court and an update on DRRA legislation. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Maryland Department of Commerce and updates from town departments and partner organizations.
- Presentation by Maryland Department of Commerce — Tim Murphy
- Maryland District Court proposed relocation (old business)
- DRRA legislation update (old business)
- Updates from Harford County Office of Economic Development and Bel Air Downtown Alliance
Tree Committee
The provided text is a procedural cover note from the Deputy Director of Planning & Community Development. It contains only contact information and scheduling instructions for the May 13, 2026 meeting. No substantive items, decisions, or public hearings are listed in the supplied document. Residents should consult the official meeting agenda for actual discussion topics.
Board of Town Commissioners
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners holds a budget work session to continue detailed review of the FY2027 general fund, enterprise funds, and special revenue fund expenditures. They also finalize the tentative agenda for the May 18 town meeting, which includes a public hearing on the tentative budget, a proposed ordinance prohibiting data centers, and several resolutions and contracts.
- Resolution 1268-26: Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 Tentative Budget
- Ordinance 861-26: Prohibiting data centers in the Town of Bel Air
- Resolution 1271-26: Fiscal Year 2027 Final Budget
- Resolution 1272-26: Appointment of Rachel Deaner as Finance Director
- Contracts: Sidewalk trip hazard removal, bituminous concrete street resurfacing, recreation building roof replacement
Appearance and Beautification Committee
The Appearance & Beautification Committee will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2026, at Bel Air Town Hall. The agenda consists only of reports from committee members on topics such as awards, Christmas decorations, clean-up, landscaping, and the Bel Air Garden Mart. No new or old business items are listed, making the meeting purely procedural and focused on updates.
- Reports from Chairman Elaine Millard, Vice Chairman Peg Lucas, and other committee members
- Awards update by Kristy Sudbrink
- Christmas Decorations report by Sue Niewenhous
- Landscaping report by Jennifer Dombeck
- Bel Air Garden Mart update by Elaine Millard
Board of Town Commissioners
The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a budget work session focused on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The agenda includes presentations from the Rockfield Foundation, Boys & Girls Club, and The Historical Society of Harford County, followed by a detailed review of General Fund expenditures for the Bel Air Armory, Town Buildings/Hydrant Rental, Public Works Department, and Appearance & Beautification Committee. Commissioners will discuss budget issues.
- Presentations: Rockfield Foundation, Boys & Girls Club, The Historical Society of Harford County
- Detailed review of General Fund expenditures for Bel Air Armory
- Detailed review of Town Buildings/Hydrant Rental expenditures
- Detailed review of Public Works Department expenditures
- Discussion of budget issues by commissioners
Board of Town Commissioners
The Board of Town Commissioners will hold public hearings and consider adoption of two ordinances: one to amend zoning to allow chickens/hens in residential districts and update animal regulations, and another to revise the Cultural Arts Commission's purpose and membership. Under new business, the board will consider a resolution opposing the relocation of the District Court, approve a contract for a sculpture at Atwood/Marketplace Drive, accept the Fiscal Year 2025 audit, and award a tree removal service contract. Public comment periods are scheduled for each new business item.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 859-26 regarding chickens/hens in residential districts
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 860-26 amending the Cultural Arts Commission
- Resolution 1270-26 opposing relocation of District Court
- Contract for sculpture at Atwood / Marketplace Drive
- Tree removal service contract
Board of Town Commissioners
The Board of Town Commissioners will hold a budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Presentations are scheduled from the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Boys & Girls Club, and LASOS. Commissioners will also conduct a detailed review of General Fund expenditures, including the Police Department and red light camera program. No votes or final decisions are expected; this is a discussion session.
- Presentation from Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company regarding FY2027 budget
- Presentation from Boys & Girls Club regarding FY2027 budget
- Presentation from LASOS regarding FY2027 budget
- Detailed review of Police Department and Red Light Camera expenditures
- Commissioner discussion on overall budget issues
Board of Town Commissioners
The Bel Air Board of Town Commissioners will hold a budget work session to review the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including presentations from the Recreation Committee and the Harford County Education Foundation, and detailed review of general fund expenditures. The meeting also includes updates on upcoming public hearings for ordinances affecting poultry keeping and the Cultural Arts Commission, and new business items such as a data center prohibition ordinance, a resolution opposing district court relocation, and several contracts. Closed‑session will address legal matters related to a pending court case and a parking garage workgroup request.
- Ordinance 861-26 Prohibiting Data Centers in the Town of Bel Air
- Resolution 1270-26 Opposing Relocation of District Court
- Contract for Sculpture at Atwood / Marketplace Drive
- Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Acceptance
- Tree Removal Service Contract