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Cecil CountyMD averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$311,800 👤 Members & officials (34)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Administrative Charging Committee
- Jamila Mettee
- Robert McKnight
- Stephen Miller
Who’s on the County Council
- Dawn Branch — Councilmember
- Jackie Gregory — Councilmember
- Al Miller — Councilmember
- Donna Culberson — Councilmember
- Robert Meffley — Councilmember
- Rebecca Hamilton — Councilmember
- Bob Meffley — Councilmember
- David
- Terry Hale
- Christine Palmer
- Sally
Who’s on the Liquor Board
- Russ Johnson — Commissioner
- Bernard Chiominto — Commissioner
- Keith Baynes — Commissioner
- Lawrence Scott — Commissioner
- Kevin Jenson — Commissioner
- Stephen Miller
- Kristen Ortt
- Stephen Miiler
- Steve Miller
Who’s on the Police Accountability Board
- Stephen Miller
- Jamila Mettee
- Robert McKnight
- John Stricklett
- John Thompson
Who’s on the Public Safety Pension Board
- Stephen Brownhill
- Wayne Tome
- Angela Blodgett
- Steve Overbay
- Mary McLennan
- Shon McCollum
Municipal budget
Total revenue$494.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$566.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$230.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$261.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,450 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Elections
Cecil County Board of Elections to hold regular meeting
The Board of Elections will meet to review reports from the Director and Counsel. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and standard business items.
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200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
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Board of Elections of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Rising Sun Room (2nd Floor) for public in-person
attendance
3:00 PM
Regular Meeting
1.
Determine Quorum, Report Board or Staff Absences
2.
Confirm Date of Next Meeting
3.
Additions/Changes to the Agenda
4.
President’s Remarks
5.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Minutes
6.
Director’s Report
A.
Director's Report
7.
Counsel’s Report
8.
Old Business
9.
New Business
10. Announcements and Disclosures
11. Questions and Concerns
12. Next Board Meeting
A.
Meeting Date
13. Adjournment
Closed Meeting: Part of the meeting may be closed in accordance with Maryland Open
Meetings Act procedures.
Public Participation: Members of the public may address the Board. Pursuant to §3.2C of the
Board’s Bylaws, public participation at a meeting must be pre-scheduled and pre-approved by
the president. To request approval to speak at a board meeting, email Karen Benecewicz,
Deputy Director or call at 410-996-5310 no later than 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Board of Appeals to hear group daycare and home occupation requests
The Cecil County Board of Appeals meets Monday, October 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Elkton Senior Activity Center to consider two special exception requests and five variance requests. The special exceptions seek to operate a group daycare center at 731 W. Pulaski Hwy. in Elkton and a home occupation at 8 Marilyn Drive in North East. The variances involve setback, bufferyard, forest retention, and forest clearing relief for properties in Elkton, North East, Newark, DE, and Port Deposit. Written public comment can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD; no live stream is available.
- FILE 4420: Chikilra Boone seeks a special exception for a group daycare center at 731 W. Pulaski Hwy., Elkton, MD 21921 (RMU zoning)
- FILE 4424: Michael Ringley seeks a special exception for a home occupation at 8 Marilyn Drive, North East, MD 21901 (NAR zoning)
- FILE 4418: Justin Ryan seeks a 27-ft variance to the 50-ft front setback at 21 Trent Road, Elkton, MD 21921 (LDR zoning)
- FILE 4419: Robert Gamble seeks a 25-ft variance to the Bufferyard and Forest Retention Area at 309 Wilma Court, North East, MD 21901 (RM zoning)
- FILE 4421: Renee D. Nodine & Alexander Levengood seek a 19.5-ft variance to maximum forest clearing allowed in the LDA at 0 Grandview Ave., North East, MD 21901 (LDR zoning)
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Board of Appeals of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Monday, October 26, 2026
Alternate Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Elkton Senior Activity Center
(Use entrance in back of building)
6:00 PM
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected] or mailed to the
address listed above*
Live Stream not available
1.
Special Exception
A.
FILE: 4420 - APPLICANT: Chikilra Boone.
FOR: A special exception to operate a group daycare center.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 731 W. Pulaski Hwy., Elkton, MD 21921,
Election District: 3; Tax Map: 26, Parcel: 122.
PROPERTY OWNER: J&P Stars, LC, c/o John and Patricia Frederick.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Residential Mixed Use, (RMU).
B.
FILE: 4424 - APPLICANT: Michael Ringley.
FOR: A special exception to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 8 Marilyn Drive, North East, MD 21901
Election District: 5; Tax Map: 36, Parcel: 153, Lot 18.
PROPERTY OWNER: Shante Avery.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Northern Agricultural Residential, (NAR).
2.
Variance
A.
FILE: 4418 - APPLICANT: Justin Ryan.
FOR: A 27-ft variance to the 50-ft front setback for construction
purposes.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 21 Trent Road, Elkton, MD 21921, Election
District: 5: Tax Map: 42, Parcel: 429, Lot 7.
PROPERTY OWNER: Justin Ryan.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Low Density Residential, (LDR).
B.
FILE: 4419 - APPLICANT: Robert Gamble.
FOR: A 25-ft variance to the Bufferyard and Forest Retention Area for
construction purposes …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 09:00
Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Dec 29, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Mar 30, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue May 4, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed May 5, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Wed May 12, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed May 19, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon May 24, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon May 24, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Wed Jul 21, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Wed Aug 18, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Wed Sep 15, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Wed Oct 20, 2027 · 15:00
Board of Elections
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Council to consider appointments and grant funding
The County Council will hold a work session to review a legislative agenda including board appointments and a supplemental appropriation. The meeting also includes an annual report from the Cecil County Commission on Veteran's Affairs.
- Resolution No. 53-2026: Appointment of Mario Gangemi to Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
- Resolution No. 54-2026: Appointment of Christopher Wiggins to Planning Commission
- Resolution No. 55-2026: Supplemental appropriation of Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program Fund grant funds
- Resolution No. 56-2026: Operation Green Light for Veterans
- Annual Report from the Cecil County Commission on Veteran's Affairs
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Livestreamed:
https://zoom.us/j/92883374204?pwd=ID2vUdqSzb4xjmjtCKvGSHUtHa6Kmn.1
ID: 928 8337 4204
Passcode: 375510
Work Session
1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
October 13, 2026 - Work Session
3.
Presentations
A.
Cecil County Commission on Veteran's Affairs presentation/Annual Report
4.
Review of Legislative Agenda
A.
Consideration of Resolutions
i.
Resolution No. 53-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation
Board of Directors — Mario Gangemi
ii.
Resolution No. 54-2026 Appointment — Planning Commission — Christopher
Wiggins
iii. Resolution No. 55-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds — Maryland
Rural Health Transformation Program Fund — Department of Emergency
Services and Community Services
iv. Resolution No. 56-2026 Operation Green Light for Veterans
5.
Council Manager Report
6.
Council Member Items
7.
Adjournment
Next County Council Work Session:
November 17, 2026 @ 4:30pm
Elk Room, County Administration Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, Maryland.
Disclosure: The Legislative Session of the County Council will be recorded and made available
on the Cecil County Agendas and Minutes website. Persons needing accommodation may
contact the Council Office at 410.996.5201 (MD Relay 711), or
email:
[email protected]. This document is av …
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 10:00
Police Accountability Board
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 11:00
Administrative Charging Committee
Administrative Charging Committee to review adjudicatory files
The committee will meet to review and announce adjudications for several files. The session includes a closed session to review specific cases from the CCSO and EPD.
- Review of adjudicatory file CCSO 226-2026
- Review of adjudicatory files EPD 244-2026 through EPD 248-2026
- Approval of minutes from September 22, 2026
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CECIL COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGING COMMITTEE (ACC)
Cecil County Administration Building
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Suite 2100, Elkton, Maryland 21921
(410) 996-5200
AGENDA – OPEN SESSION
October 20, 2026, 11:00 a.m.
Perryville Room
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call / Quorum
4. Approve Agenda
5. Old Business
a. Review & Approve Minutes (from 9/22/26)
6. New Business
a. Closed Session to Review Adjudicatory Files
i. CCSO 226-2026
ii. EPD 244-2026
iii. EPD 245-2026
iv. EPD 246-2026
v. EPD 247-2026
vi. EPD 248-2026
7. Announce Adjudications from Closed Session
8. Confirm Date of Next Meeting
9. Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 10:00
Police Accountability Board
Police Accountability Board to review Q3 data and complaints
The Police Accountability Board will meet to review 2026 third-quarter data and complaints received since the previous meeting. The board will also receive updates from Perryville and Elkton Police Departments.
- Review of 2026 Q3 PAB Data
- Updates from Perryville and Elkton Police Departments
- Review of complaints received since the last meeting
- Review of ACC adjudications since the last meeting
- Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes
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CECIL COUNTY POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)
Cecil County Administration Building
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Suite 2100, Elkton, Maryland 21921
(410) 996-5200
AGENDA – OPEN SESSION
October 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Perryville Room
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call / Quorum
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Old Business
a. Review and Approve Minutes (from 7/21/26)
6. New Business
a. 2026 Q3 PAB Data
b. LEA updates (Pville & EPD)
c. Review Complaints received since last meeting
d. Review ACC adjudications since last meeting
7. Confirm Date of Next Meeting
8. Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Council to consider board appointments and grant funding
The County Council will meet to consider several resolutions, including appointments to the Planning Commission and the Bainbridge Development Corporation. The body will also review a supplemental appropriation for rural health grant funds.
- Resolution No. 53-2026: Appointment of Mario Gangemi to Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
- Resolution No. 54-2026: Appointment of Christopher Wiggins to Planning Commission
- Resolution No. 55-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program Fund
- Resolution No. 56-2026: Operation Green Light for Veterans
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Legislative Session Day - 2026-20
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Elk Room
7:00 PM
Livestream:
https://zoom.us/j/97545505749?pwd=t4yoRi28PjsTcgEedkomRSviNwNDZM.1
ID: 975 4550 5749
Passcode: 380282
Legislative Agenda
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
Moment of Silence or Opening Prayer
Reverend Christian Johnson, Mt. Zoar A.M.E. Church, Conowingo, MD
5.
Approval of Agenda
6.
Presentation of Proclamations/Certificates
A.
MD 250 Moment - Reading "National Headline Touches Home" by Councilwoman
Donna Culberson
B.
MD 250 Moment - Reading "Wagon Trails to Highways" by Councilwoman Dawn
Branch
7.
Approval of Minutes
October 6, 2026 - Legislative Day 2026-19
8.
Public Comment
9.
President and Council Comments
10. Consideration of Resolutions
A.
Resolution No. 53-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation Board
of Directors — Mario Gangemi
B.
Resolution No. 54-2026 Appointment — Planning Commission — Christopher Wiggins
C.
Resolution No. 55-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds — Maryland
Rural Health Transformation Program Fund — Department of Emergency Services
and Community Services
D.
Resolution No. 56-2026 Operation Green Light for Veterans
11. Adjournment
Next County Council Legislative Session:
December 15, 2026 @ 7:00 pm
Elk Room, County Administration Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, Mar …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 16:00
Ethics Commission Meeting
Cecil County Ethics Commission meets Oct. 19 on lobbyist forms, a complaint, and procurement
The Cecil County Ethics Commission holds an open session on October 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the Elk Room of the Cecil County Administration Building in Elkton. The agenda includes approving the July 13, 2026 minutes, a procurement process discussion with Procurement Manager Connie Kamit, and review of CY2026 Form 3 and lobbyist forms. A closed session is listed to discuss forms needing legal counsel or confidentiality and Complaint 2026-01.
- Procurement Manager Connie Kamit to discuss the procurement process with Q & A
- Review and discuss CY2026 Form 3
- Review and discuss CY2026 Lobbyist Forms
- Closed session to discuss Complaint 2026-01
- Approve minutes from the July 13, 2026 meeting
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CECIL COUNTY ETHICS COMMISSION
Cecil County Administration Building
c/o Office of Law
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Suite 2100
Elkton, Maryland 21921
(410) 996-8300 (phone)
AGENDA – OPEN SESSION
October 19, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Elk Room
https://zoom.us/j/95407236807?pwd=nDKvMJkV4mIKNmpgUus99a6eiI9JGf.1
Meeting ID: 954 0723 6807
Passcode: 245744
CALL TO ORDER
•
Roll Call
•
Approve Agenda
Review and Approve
•
Approve Minutes (July 13, 2026)
Review and Approve
OLD BUSINESS
•
Connie Kamit, Procurement Manager, will discuss procurement process with Q & A
NEW BUSINESS
•
CY2026 Form 3
Review and Discuss
•
CY2026 Lobbyist Forms
Review and Discuss
CLOSED SESSION
•
To discuss any Forms that require legal counsel or require confidentiality
•
Discuss Complaint 2026-01
MOTION TO ADJOURN
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Planning Commission weighs zoning text changes and two special exceptions
The Cecil County Planning Commission meets Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Elk Room at 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD, with an alternate date of Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The agenda includes proposed zoning ordinance text amendments, two subdivision plat reviews, and two special exception requests. Written public comment can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to the address above.
- Zoning text amendments: repeal and replace Article XI, Part I (Overlay Zones, Critical Area District) and Appendix E (Buffer Management Plans); add Appendix F (Mitigation Planting Requirements)
- Chestnut Point Estates, Sites 1-53, Section 1, revision after approval, final plat on Carpenters Point Road, by Carpenter Engineering, LLC, Fifth Election District
- 592 Baron Road, Lots 1-115, concept plat at Bailiff Road and Bethel Church Road, by Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc., Fifth Election District
- Special exception FILE 4420: Chikilra Boone seeks to operate a group daycare center at 731 W. Pulaski Hwy., Elkton, MD 21921; owner J&P Stars, LC; zoned Residential Mixed Use (RMU)
- Special exception FILE 4424: Michael Ringley seeks to operate a home occupation at 8 Marilyn Drive, North East, MD 21901; owner Shante Avery; zoned Northern Agricultural Residential (NAR)
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Planning Commission of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Monday, October 19, 2026
Alternate Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Elk Room
6:00 PM
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected], or mailed to the
address listed above*
Live Stream
https://zoom.us/j/97360226882?pwd=vKvLzCSejUVF3Qypon0xgWAHaLpatG.1
Meeting ID: 973 6022 6882 / Passcode: 011355
1.
Zoning Ordinance – Text Amendments
A.
REPEAL & REPLACE:
• Article XI, Part I – Overlay Zones, Critical Area District.
• Appendix E – Buffer Management Plans: Planting Plan and Landscape
Schedule Steps.
ADD:
• Appendix F – Mitigation Planting Requirements.
2.
Subdivision
A.
Chestnut Point Estates, Sites 1-53, Section 1, Revision after approval, Final Plat,
Carpenters Point Road, Carpenter Engineering, LLC, Fifth Election District.
B.
592 Baron Road, Lots 1-115, Concept Plat, Bailiff Road and Bethel Church Road,
Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc., Fifth Election District.
3.
Special Exception
A.
FILE: 4420 - APPLICANT: Chikilra Boone.
FOR: A special exception to operate a group daycare center.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 731 W. Pulaski Hwy., Elkton, MD 21921,
Election District: 3; Tax Map: 26, Parcel: 122.
PROPERTY OWNER: J&P Stars, LC, c/o John and Patricia Frederick.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Residential Mixed Use, (RMU).
B.
FILE: 4424 - APPLICANT: Michael Ringley.
FOR: A special exception to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 8 Marilyn D …
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 16:00
General
200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Electricians
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Council to receive update on family violence programs
The County Council will hold a work session featuring presentations on family violence, including updates on the CAC, human trafficking, and the Bridge. The meeting also includes a Council Manager report and member items.
- Presentation on Family Violence (CAC, Human Trafficking, the Bridge) by Anne Bean, Marion Gill, and Erica Fielder
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✓ Decided: Cecil County Council reviews family violence and human trafficking programs
The Council received a presentation on the county's family violence programs, including the Child Advocacy Center and the Human Trafficking Regional Navigator role. No substantive policy decisions were made during the session.
- Approved minutes of the October 6, 2026 Work Session (unanimous)
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Livestreamed:
https://zoom.us/j/96165035467?pwd=Jyv9FgzzUIjZIhh2zk9H0aTfrL24GD.1
ID: 961 6503 5467
Passcode: 361705
Work Session
1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
October 6, 2026 - Work Session
3.
Presentations
A.
Update — Family Violence (CAC, Human Trafficking, the Bridge), Anne Bean, Chief of
Human Services Division, Marion Gill, Coordinator of Family Violence Programs, and
Erica Fielder, Trafficking Regional Navigator
4.
Council Manager Report
5.
Council Member Items
6.
Adjournment
Next County Council Work Session:
October 20, 2026 2 4:30
Elk Room, County Administration Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, Maryland.
Disclosure: The Legislative Session of the County Council will be recorded and made available
on the Cecil County Agendas and Minutes website. Persons needing accommodation may
contact the Council Office at 410.996.5201 (MD Relay 711), or
email:
[email protected]. This document is available in alternate format.
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
WORK SESSION MINUTES
October 13, 2026
OPEN SESSION - Elk Room
4:30 P.M.
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
PRESENT: Council Members: Al Miller, Bob Meffley, Rebecca Hamilton and Dawn Branch;
Council Manager L. Michelle Henson; Council Executive Assistant Christine Palmer; members of
the Administration and members of the public.
Call to Order
President Miller called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and announced that there were four
Council Members present which constitute a quorum.
Approval of Minutes
On a motion made by Vice President Meffley, seconded by Councilwoman Branch, the Council
moved to approve the minutes of the Council Work Session of October 6, 2026. The motion
passed unanimously.
PRESENTATION
Update — Family Violence (CAC Human Trafficking, the Bridge), Anne Bean, Chief of Human
Services Division, Marion Gill, Coordinator of Family Violence Programs, and Erica Fielder,
Trafficking Regional Navigator
Director of Community Services David Trolio, Chief of Human Services Anne Bean, Coordinator of
Family Violence Programs Marion Gill and Human Trafficking Regional Navigator Erica Fields
provided an overview of Cecil County Family Violence Programs via Power Point Presentation. A
copy of the presentation was placed in the record of the minutes.
Director Trolio stated the goal of Family Violence Programs (Program) is to reduce trauma to
children.
Director Trolio advi …
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
North East Library, North East
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:00
County Council
Cecil County Council hosts 2026 Consolidated Transportation Plan meeting with MDOT
Cecil County Government is holding its 2026 Consolidated Transportation Plan meeting on October 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM, with participation from Maryland Department of Transportation officials, the County Executive, County Council, state delegation, and municipal officials. The agenda consists of welcome and opening remarks, introductions, a presentation from MDOT officials, questions, a virtual roundtable, comments from state and local officials, and closing remarks. No specific transportation projects, funding amounts, or decisions are listed in the agenda text provided.
- 2026 Cecil County Consolidated Transportation Plan meeting
- Presentation from Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) officials
- Opening remarks by MDOT Secretary Katie Thomson
- Welcome by County Executive Adam Streight
- Virtual roundtable for items not addressed in presentations
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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www.cecilcountymd.gov
Adam Streight
Al Miller
County Executive
Council President
Dan Schneckenburger Robert Meffley
Director of Administration
Council Vice President
CECIL COUNTY GOVERNMENT
2026 Cecil County Consolidated Transportation Plan Meeting
October 7, 2026 10:00 AM
Agenda
Gathering
Zoom meeting will be opened approximately 15 minutes prior to scheduled start time.
https://zoom.us/j/92323697888?pwd=3LeLbDHJzdT7mCw5Njai75sfxxNjNO.1
ID: 923 2369 78888
Password: 489268
Welcome
Adam Streight, Cecil County Executive
Opening Remarks
Katie Thomson, Secretary, Maryland Department of Transportation
Introductions
MDOT Officials
Cecil County Delegation
County Executive of Cecil County
County Council of Cecil County
Municipal Officials
Cecilton
North East
Charlestown
Perryville
Chesapeake City
Port Deposit
Elkton
Rising Sun
Program
Presentation from MDOT Officials
Presentation Questions
Virtual Roundtable for items not addressed in presentations
State Delegation comments
County Executive comments
County Council comments
Municipal Officials comments
Closing
Final comments from Secretary Thomson
Meeting Adjournment
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Commission
Cecil County Economic Development Commission to receive town updates
The commission will meet virtually to review the Director's Economic Development Update. The agenda includes presentations regarding updates from the Town of North East and the Town of Chesapeake City.
- Economic Development Update from Director Sandra Edwards
- Town of North East update from Mayor Kelly Benson and Asst. Town Administrator Grant Handley
- Town of Chesapeake City update from Town Manager Rob Bernstine
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||Regular Meeting|||
|1.||Call to Order and Welcome-Mike Ratchford||
|2.|A.|Approval of Minutes-Mike Ratchford September 2, 2026 - EDC Minutes||
|3.|||Directors Report-Economic Development Update-Sandra Edwards, Director, OED|
|4.||Presentations||
||A. B.|Administrator|Town of North East Update-Kelly Benson, Mayor & Grant Handley, Asst. Town Town of Chesapeake City Update-Rob Bernstine, Town Manager|
|5.||Member Updates||
|6.||Adjournment||
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 09:00
Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee
Committee to review Charlestown Crossing preliminary plat for 329 lots
The Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss one item: a preliminary plat for Charlestown Crossing, Lots 252-580, located on Pulaski Highway and West Old Philadelphia Road in the Fifth Election District. The applicant is Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc. No public comment is taken at the meeting, but written comments can be submitted by email or mail.
- Charlestown Crossing, Lots 252-580, preliminary plat review
- Location: Pulaski Highway and West Old Philadelphia Road, Fifth Election District
- Applicant: Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc.
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Technical Advisory Committee of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
9:00 AM
*No public comment is taken at the Technical Advisory Committee meetings*
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected], or mailed to the
address listed above*
Zoom Link
https://zoom.us/j/93762774187?pwd=nqD8KLQryOcxGJ5H8IAIGbR8dLiOAA.1
Meeting ID: 937 6277 4187 / Passcode: 691419
1.
Items for Discussion
A.
Charlestown Crossing, Lots 252-580, Preliminary Plat, Pulaski Highway and West Old
Philadelphia Road, Kimley Horn and Associates, Inc., Fifth Election District.
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Council reviews appointments and grant appropriations at Oct. 6 work session
The Cecil County Council meets in a work session on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 4:30 PM in the Elk Room at 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD. The agenda covers approval of the September 22, 2026 work session minutes and a review of the legislative agenda, including introduction of four resolutions and consideration of three resolutions. The resolutions concern board appointments and supplemental appropriations of grant funds for county departments and the Circuit Court. The meeting is livestreamed via Zoom.
- Resolution No. 53-2026: Appointment of Mario Gangemi to the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
- Resolution No. 54-2026: Appointment of Christopher Wiggins to the Planning Commission
- Resolution No. 55-2026: Supplemental appropriation of grant funds from the Maryland Rural Health Transformation Program Fund for the Department of Emergency Services and Community Services
- Resolution No. 56-2026: Operation Green Light for Veterans
- Resolution No. 50-2026: Supplemental appropriation of grant funds from the Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration — Court Security Officer Support Grant Program — for the Circuit Court
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✓ Decided: Cecil County Council approves September work session minutes
The Council held a work session to introduce and consider several resolutions regarding board appointments and grant funding. No votes were recorded on the resolutions presented during this session.
- Approved minutes of the September 22, 2026 Work Session (unanimous)
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Livestreamed:
https://zoom.us/j/91295966802?pwd=boZVP4FwisTxAJFI4Japa4g0mGAbIS.1
ID: 912 9596 6802
Passcode: 609589
Work Session
1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
September 22, 2026 - Work Session
3.
Review of Legislative Agenda
A.
Introduction of Resolutions
i.
Resolution No. 53-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation
Board of Directors — Mario Gangemi
ii.
Resolution No. 54-2026 Appointment — Planning Commission — Christopher
Wiggins
iii. Resolution No. 55-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds — Maryland
Rural Health Transformation Program Fund — Department of Emergency
Services and Community Services
iv. Resolution No. 56-2026 Operation Green Light for Veterans
B.
Consideration of Resolutions
i.
Resolution No. 50-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds —
Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration — Court Security
Officer Support Grant Program — Circuit Court
ii.
Resolution No. 51-2026 Supplemental Appropriation – Grant Funds – Maryland
Department of Natural Resources Grants Gateway – Community Flood Planning
iii. Resolution No. 52-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation
Board of Directors — Martha Barchowsky and David Rudolph
4.
Council Manager Report
5.
Council Member Items
6.
Adjournment
Next …
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
WORK SESSION MINUTES
October 6, 2026
OPEN SESSION — Elk Room
4:30 P.M.
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
PRESENT: Council Members: Al Miller, Bob Meffley, Rebecca Hamilton and Dawn Branch;
Council Manager L. Michelle Henson; Council Executive Assistant Christine Palmer; members of
the Administration and members of the public.
Call to Order
President Miller called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and announced that there were four
Council Members present which constitute a quorum.
Approval of Minutes
On a motion made by Vice President Meffley, seconded by Councilwoman Branch, the Council
moved to approve the minutes of the Council Work Session of September 22, 2026. The motion
passed unanimously.
REVIEW OF LEGISLATIVE AGENDA
Introduction of Resolutions
Resolution No. 53-2026
Council Manager Henson stated for the record:
Resolution No. 53-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
— Mario Gangemi
Director of Administration Schneckenburger stated that Resolution No. 53-2026 provides for Mr.
Gangemi’s reappointment to the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors.
Vice President Meffley queried if Mr. Gangemi is appointed as a representative for a specific
entity. Director of Administration Schneckenburger stated that Mr. Gangemi’s reappointment is
via recommendation by the County’s Legislative Delegation.
Resolution No. 54-2026
Co …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 15:00
General
Historic District Commission to consider shrinking or removing two historic districts
The Cecil County Historic District Commission will meet to discuss two requests affecting historic district boundaries. One request would shrink the district at 91 Freeman Circle to only the main dwelling, and another would rescind the district status at 685 Pond Neck Road. The commission will also meet with the Director of Land Use & Development Services and review minutes from a June meeting.
- Request to amend Historic District at 91 Freeman Circle, Port Deposit, to only encompass the main dwelling
- Request to rescind Historic District status at 685 Pond Neck Road, Earleville, due to property owner's departure from Cecil County
- Meeting with Director of Land Use & Development Services
- Review of June 17, 2026 meeting minutes
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Historic District Commission of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Livestream
https://zoom.us/j/99877974488?pwd=jXdYaCaVT4zWTleK8YosL8wTAT3fJf.1
Meeting ID: 998 7797 4488 / Passcode: 209558
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Rising Sun Room
3:00 PM
1.
Call to Order
2.
Meeting with the Director of Land Use & Development Services
3.
Meeting Minutes
A.
Meeting Minutes - June 17, 2026
4.
New Business
A.
FILE: 2003-01 APPLICANT: Israel & Sarah Fisher.
REQUEST: Request to amend the existing Historic District, reducing the district to
encompass only the main dwelling.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 91 Freeman Circle, Port Deposit, MD 21904, Election District: 6,
Tax Map: 17, Parcels: 16 & 17.
PROPERTY OWNER: Israel & Sarah Fisher.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Northern Agricultural Residential, (NAR).
B.
FILE: 2002-02 APPLICANT: Division of Planning & Zoning.
REQUEST: Request to rescind the existing Historic District status due to departure of
the subject from Cecil County.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 685 Pond Neck Road, Earleville, MD 21919, Election District: 1,
Tax Map: 56, Parcel: 6.
PROPERTY OWNER: Randall & Joyce Carrion.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Southern Agricultural Residential, (SAR).
5.
Discussion
6.
Adjournment
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Cecil County Council to vote on three resolutions, including two grant appropriations
The Cecil County Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Elk Room at 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD. The agenda includes introductions of four resolutions and votes on three resolutions, covering board appointments and supplemental appropriations of grant funds. The meeting also includes proclamations, approval of September 15, 2026 minutes, and public comment.
- Resolution No. 50-2026: Supplemental appropriation of grant funds from the Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration, Court Security Officer Support Grant Program, for the Circuit Court
- Resolution No. 51-2026: Supplemental appropriation of grant funds from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Grants Gateway for Community Flood Planning
- Resolution No. 52-2026: Appointment of Martha Barchowsky and David Rudolph to the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
- Resolution No. 53-2026: Appointment of Mario Gangemi to the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
- Resolution No. 54-2026: Appointment of Christopher Wiggins to the Planning Commission
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✓ Decided: Cecil County Council approves $258,155 in grant funding for court and flood projects
The Cecil County Council approved two supplemental budget appropriations to fund court security and community flood planning. Additionally, the Council confirmed the reappointment of two members to the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors. Four new resolutions were introduced for consideration at the October 20, 2026, meeting.
- Approved $173,155.32 grant for Circuit Court security (4-0)
- Approved $85,000 grant for community flood planning (4-0)
- Confirmed reappointments to Bainbridge Development Corporation Board (4-0)
- Approved agenda and September 15, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Legislative Session Day - 2026-19
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Elk Room
7:00 PM
Livestream:
https://zoom.us/j/95907175085?pwd=T1WWTubLDJaGJZ6UnZ4l0JNYU6zwFt.1
ID: 959 0717 5085
Passcode: 775361
Legislative Agenda
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
Moment of Silence or Opening Prayer
5.
Approval of Agenda
6.
Presentation of Proclamations/Certificates
A.
MD 250 Moment - Reading of "19th Century Tourism in Rising Sun" by Council
President Al Miller
B.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month — October 2026
7.
Approval of Minutes
September 15, 2026 - Legislative Day 2026-18
8.
Public Comment
9.
President and Council Comments
10. Introduction of Resolutions
A.
Resolution No. 53-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation Board
of Directors — Mario Gangemi
B.
Resolution No. 54-2026 Appointment — Planning Commission — Christopher Wiggins
C.
Resolution No. 55-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds — Maryland
Rural Health Transformation Program Fund — Department of Emergency Services
and Community Services
D.
Resolution No. 56-2026 Operation Green Light for Veterans
11. Consideration of Resolutions
A.
Resolution No. 50-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds —
Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration — Court Security Officer
Support Grant Program — Circuit Court
B.
Resolution No. 51-2026 …
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
LEGISLATIVE SESSION MINUTES
LSD 2026-19
October 6, 2026
The County Council of Cecil County met in Legislative Session at the County Administration
Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elk Room, Elkton, MD. The following members of the Council
were present:
Al Miller, Council President
Bob Meffley, Council Vice President
Rebecca Hamilton, Council Member
Dawn Branch, Council Member
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the County Council of Cecil County of October 6, 2026, was called to order by
Council President Miller at 7:02 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Miller led all those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Council Manager Henson called the roll and noted that four Council members were present.
OPENING PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE
Pastor Hyang Ahn, Ebenezer Global Methodist Church, offered the Opening Prayer.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion made by Councilwoman Hamilton, simultaneously seconded by Vice President
Meffley and Councilwoman Branch, the Council moved to approve the agenda of October 6,
2026. The motion was approved unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
MD 250‘ Moment — Reading of “19'" Century Tourism in Rising Sun” — President Al Miller
President Miller read “19"" Century Tourism in Rising Sun”, illustrating the popularity of Rising
Sun as a vacation destination in the 1800's.
President Miller expressed appreciation to Tourism M …
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 09:15
Liquor Board
New liquor license application for Night Owl Bar & Grill in Rising Sun
The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will consider a new Class "B" license application for Night Owl Bar & Grill at 10 E Main Street. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and discuss proposed changes to Class "B" Restaurant Licenses.
- New Class "B" Beer, Wine & Liquor License application for Night Owl Bar & Grill
- Special event: Cecil Post 15 Car, Truck, Bike Show
- Special event: Milburn Stone Theatre functions
- Special event: Water Witch Fire Co Cornhole Tournament
- Discussion: Proposed changes to Class "B" Restaurant License
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200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
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MEETING AGENDA
CECIL COUNTY BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS
Administrative Building
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Elk Room, Elkton, MD 21921
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
APPLICATION- NEW LICENSE
Application received from Eric Weaver, Julie Russell, Rebecca Murtha, B & E LLC, tla
Night Owl Bar & Grill, 10 E Main Street, Rising Sun, MD 21911, for issuance of a new
Class “B”, Beer, Wine & Liquor Alcoholic Beverage License. On premise only with
Sunday Sales.
Questions/Public Comment
General Business
Approve Minutes — July 29, 2026 and August 26, 2026
Specials: Cecil Post 15 -— Car, Truck, Bike Show — September 13, 2026
Milburn Stone Theatre — Multiple Functions — Sept, 2026 — June
2027
Water Witch Fire Co -Cornhole Tournament — September 12-2026
Mount Aviat Academy — Dinner/Auction — March 6, 2027
Old Business:
Continuation discussion: Proposed changes to Class “B” Restaurant License
New Business/Discussion:
Stay Alert Update
Adjourn
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Appeals
Cecil County Board of Appeals to vote on home occupations and construction variances
The Board of Appeals will vote on several special exceptions for home occupations and manufactured homes. Members will also consider four requests for construction-related setbacks and lot coverage variances.
- Special exception renewal for home occupation at 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton
- Special exception for home occupation at 299 Connelly Road, Rising Sun
- Special exception for agritourism photography business at 960 Corrin Farm Lane, Earleville
- Special exception for a single-wide manufactured home at 11 McCummings Lane, Rising Sun
- Four construction variances regarding setbacks and lot coverage in Elkton, North East, and Rising Sun
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Board of Appeals of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Monday, September 28, 2026
Alternate Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Elk Room
6:00 PM
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected] or mailed to the
address listed above*
Live Stream
https://zoom.us/j/93762019444?pwd=KDGWETdA23R6Ugab4TKBgi5Pw7gP8g.1
Meeting ID: 937 6201 9444 / Passcode: 211139
1.
VOTE: CHAIR / VICE CHAIR
2.
Special Exception
A.
FILE: 4410 - APPLICANT: Clyde S. Van Dyke, II – Postponed from the August meeting.
FOR: A special exception renewal to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, MD 21921,
Election District: 9; Tax Map: 12, Parcel: 400, Lot 1.
PROPERTY OWNER: Clyde & Erin Van Dyke.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Rural Residential, (RR).
B.
FILE: 4411 - APPLICANT: Randall & Lisa Hutchins and Josh Hutchins.
FOR: A special exception to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 299 Connelly Road, Rising Sun, MD 21911,
Election District: 8; Tax Map: 9, Parcel: 625, Lot 36.
PROPERTY OWNER: Randall & Lisa Hutchins.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Rural Residential, (RR).
C.
FILE: 4415 - APPLICANT: Melinda Tartaglione.
FOR: A special exception to operate a photography business as
agritourism.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 960 Corrin Farm Lane, Earleville, MD 21919,
Election District: 1; Tax Map: 52, Parcel: 504, Lot 6.
PROPERTY OWNER: Gregory & Melinda Tartaglione.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Rural Residential, (RR). …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
Administrative Charging Committee
Committee to review 10 adjudicatory files in closed session
The Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee is meeting in open session to approve minutes and then enter a closed session to review 10 adjudicatory files. After the closed session, the committee will announce its adjudications. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive work occurring in the closed portion.
- Review and approve minutes from 7/21/26
- Closed session to review 10 adjudicatory files (CCSO and EPD case numbers)
- Announce adjudications from closed session
- Confirm date of next meeting
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www.cecilcountymd.gov
CECIL COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGING COMMITTEE (ACC)
Cecil County Administration Building
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Suite 2100, Elkton, Maryland 21921
(410) 996-5200
AGENDA – OPEN SESSION
September 22, 2026, 10:00 a.m.
Elk Room
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call / Quorum
4. Approve Agenda
5. Old Business
a. Review & Approve Minutes (from 7/21/26)
6. New Business
a. Closed Session to Review Adjudicatory Files
i. CCSO 193-2025
ii. CCSO 242-2025
iii. CCSO 241-2026
iv. CCSO 222-2026
v. CCSO 223A-2026
vi. CCSO 223B-2026
vii. CCSO 224-2026
viii. CCSO 225-2026
ix. CCSO 226-2026
x. EPD 233/234- 2026
www.cecilcountymd.gov
7. Announce Adjudications from Closed Session
8. Confirm Date of Next Meeting
9. Adjournment
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Council hears library update and digital infrastructure presentation
The Cecil County Council is holding a work session with presentations on the county public library and digital infrastructure, plus proclamations for Economic Development Week and National Manufacturing Day. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational and procedural.
- Proclamation: Economic Development Week in Cecil County, Sept 28-Oct 2, 2026
- Proclamation: National Manufacturing Day, Oct 2, 2026
- Presentation: Cecil County Public Library update by Executive Director Rachel Wright
- Presentation: Digital infrastructure in Cecil County
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✓ Decided: Cecil County Council discusses proactive zoning for future data centers
The Council held a work session to discuss potential zoning and regulations for data centers, which are not currently in the Zoning Ordinance. Administration proposed permitting these facilities exclusively in M-2 Heavy Industrial Districts and requiring onsite power generation. No formal legislation was voted on during this session.
- Approved minutes of the September 15, 2026 Work Session (unanimous)
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Livestreamed:
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Work Session
1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
September 15, 2026 - Work Session
3.
Presentation of Proclamations
A.
Economic Development Week in Cecil County — September 28, 2026 - October 2,
2026
B.
National Manufacturing Day — October 2, 2026
4.
Presentations
A.
Update — Cecil County Public Library — Rachel Wright, Executive Director of Cecil
County Public Libraries
B.
Digital Infrastructure in Cecil County
5.
Council Manager Report
6.
Council Member Items
7.
Adjournment
Next County Council Work Session:
October 6, 2026 @ 4:30 pm
Elk Room, County Administration Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, Maryland.
Disclosure: The Legislative Session of the County Council will be recorded and made available
on the Cecil County Agendas and Minutes website. Persons needing accommodation may
contact the Council Office at 410.996.5201 (MD Relay 711), or
email:
[email protected]. This document is available in alternate format.
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
WORK SESSION MINUTES
September 22, 2026
OPEN SESSION — Elk Room
4:30 P.M.
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
PRESENT: Council Members: Al Miller, Bob Meffley, Rebecca Hamilton, Donna Culberson and
Dawn Branch; Council Manager L. Michelle Henson; Council Executive Assistant Christine Palmer;
members of the Administration and members of the public.
Call to Order
President Miller called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and announced that there were five
Council Members present which constitute a quorum.
Approval of Minutes
On a motion made by Councilwoman Branch, seconded by Councilwoman Culberson, the Council
moved to approve the minutes of the Council Work Session of September 15, 2026. The motion
passed unanimously.
PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS
Economic Development Week in Cecil County — September 28, 2026 — October 2, 2026
Councilwoman Branch read a proclamation establishing Economic Development Week in Cecil
County — September 28, 2026 — October 2, 2026 into the record of the minutes. County Executive
Adam Streight and Council presented the Proclamation to Director of Economic Development
Sandra Edwards.
National Manufacturing Day — October 2, 2026
Councilwoman Hamilton read a proclamation establishing National Manufacturing Day — October
2, 2026 into the record of the minutes. County Executive Streight and Council presented the
Proclamation to Director Edwards.
PRESENTA …
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cecil County Planning Commission to review four special exception applications
The Planning Commission will meet to vote on the election of a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also consider four special exception requests regarding home occupations, agritourism, and a manufactured home placement.
- Special exception renewal for home occupation at 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton
- Special exception for home occupation at 299 Connelly Road, Rising Sun
- Special exception for photography business as agritourism at 960 Corrin Farm Lane, Earleville
- Special exception for a single-wide manufactured home at 11 McCummings Lane, Rising Sun
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Planning Commission of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Monday, September 21, 2026
Alternate Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Elk Room
6:00 PM
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected], or mailed to the
address listed above*
Live Stream
https://zoom.us/j/91365104110?pwd=L6HH1t9wGcbSqczXjRaVMzJPYmbU49.1
Meeting ID: 913 6510 4110 / Passcode: 400302
1.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
2.
Vote - Chair / Vice Chair
3.
Subdivision
A.
No subdivision submittals were received for review by the Planning Commission.
4.
Special Exception
A.
FILE: 4410 - APPLICANT: Clyde S. Van Dyke, II – Postponed from the August meeting.
FOR: A special exception renewal to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, MD 21921,
Election District: 9; Tax Map: 12, Parcel: 400, Lot 1.
PROPERTY OWNER: Clyde & Erin Van Dyke.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Rural Residential, (RR).
B.
FILE: 4411 - APPLICANT: Randall & Lisa Hutchins and Josh Hutchins.
FOR: A special exception to operate a home occupation.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 299 Connelly Road, Rising Sun, MD 21911,
Election District: 8; Tax Map: 9, Parcel: 625, Lot 36.
PROPERTY OWNER: Randall & Lisa Hutchins.
PRESENTLY ZONED: Rural Residential, (RR).
C.
FILE: 4415 - APPLICANT: Melinda Tartaglione.
FOR: A special exception to operate a photography business as
agritourism.
PROPERTY LOCATION: 960 Corrin Farm Lane, Earleville, MD
21919, Election Dis …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 15:00
Board of Elections
Cecil County Board of Elections holds routine regular meeting
This is a routine procedural meeting of the Cecil County Board of Elections. The board will determine quorum, approve minutes, and receive reports from the director and counsel, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed on the agenda. A portion of the meeting may be closed under Maryland Open Meetings Act procedures.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Director's report
- Counsel's report
- Public participation requires pre-approval by the president
- Possible closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act
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200 Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton
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Board of Elections of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Rising Sun Room (2nd Floor) for public in-person
attendance
3:00 PM
Regular Meeting
1.
Determine Quorum, Report Board or Staff Absences
2.
Confirm Date of Next Meeting
3.
Additions/Changes to the Agenda
4.
President’s Remarks
5.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Minutes
6.
Director’s Report
A.
Director's Report
7.
Counsel’s Report
8.
Old Business
9.
New Business
10. Announcements and Disclosures
11. Questions and Concerns
12. Next Board Meeting
A.
Meeting Date
13. Adjournment
Closed Meeting: Part of the meeting may be closed in accordance with Maryland Open
Meetings Act procedures.
Public Participation: Members of the public may address the Board. Pursuant to §3.2C of the
Board’s Bylaws, public participation at a meeting must be pre-scheduled and pre-approved by
the president. To request approval to speak at a board meeting, email Karen Benecewicz,
Deputy Director or call at 410-996-5310 no later than 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:00
County Council
Council to vote on Enterprise Zone expansion and three grant appropriations
The Cecil County Council is holding its regular legislative session, considering several resolutions including a proposed Enterprise Zone expansion, supplemental appropriations for grant-funded programs (court security, flood planning, community services), and appointments to county boards. The council will also hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for property on Blue Ball Road in Elkton, and receive budget amendments from Cecil County Public Schools.
- Resolution 45-2026: Approval of Enterprise Zone Expansion application
- Resolution 50-2026: Supplemental appropriation for Court Security Officer Support Grant Program (Circuit Court)
- Resolution 51-2026: Supplemental appropriation for Community Flood Planning grant
- File 2026-01: Rezoning request for 560 Blue Ball Road, Elkton from Urbanized Residential (UR) to Business General (BG)
- Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendments #151 and #152
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✓ Decided: Cecil County Council approves Enterprise Zone expansion and rezoning at 560 Blue Ball Road
The Cecil County Council approved an expansion of the Cecil County Enterprise Zone, a $100,000 grant appropriation for family trauma therapy, and a rezoning request for property at 560 Blue Ball Road in Elkton. The Council also confirmed multiple board appointments, approved two Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments, and introduced three new resolutions.
- Approved Resolution No. 45-2026 to expand the Cecil County Enterprise Zone by 63.05 acres (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 47-2026 for a $100,000 Opioid Restitution Trust Fund grant for family trauma therapy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 48-2026 appointing Jean-Marie Kelly to the Commission for Women (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 49-2026 appointing Robert Boonstoppel to the Ethics Commission (5-0)
- Approved Rezoning File 2026-01 for 560 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, changing zoning from Urbanized Residential to Business General (3-2)
- Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #151
- Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #152
- Introduced Resolutions No. 50-2026, 51-2026, and 52-2026 for consideration on October 6, 2026
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Legislative Session Day - 2026-18
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Elk Room
7:00 PM
Liovestreamed:
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Passcode:768863
Legislative Agenda
1.
Call to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
Moment of Silence or Opening Prayer
Pastor Sean Hurm, Cherry Hill United Methodist Church, Cherry Hill, Maryland
5.
Approval of Agenda
6.
Presentation of Proclamations/Certificates
A.
MD 250 Moment - Reading of "The Ingenious Inventor" by Council Vice President Bob
Meffley
B.
MD 250 Moment - Reading of "A Home Coming for History" by Councilwoman
Rebecca Hamilton
C.
National Overdose Awareness Month
D.
National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month
7.
Approval of Minutes
September 1, 2026 - Legislative Day 2026-17
8.
Public Comment
9.
President and Council Comments
10. Introduction of Resolutions
A.
Resolution No. 50-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds —
Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration — Court Security Officer
Support Grant Program — Circuit Court
B.
Resolution No. 51-2026 Supplemental Appropriation – Grant Funds – Maryland
Department of Natural Resources Grants Gateway – Community Flood Planning
C.
Resolution No. 52-2026 Appointment — Bainbridge Development Corporation Board
of Directors — Martha Barchowsky and David Rudolph …
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
LEGISLATIVE SESSION MINUTES
LSD 2026-18
September 15, 2026
The County Council of Cecil County met in Legislative Session at the County Administration
Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elk Room, Elkton, MD. The following members of the Council
were present:
Al Miller, Council President
Bob Meffley, Council Vice President
Rebecca Hamilton, Council Member
Donna Culberson, Council Member
Dawn Branch, Council Member
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the County Council of Cecil County of September 15, 2026, was called to order
by Council President Miller at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
President Miller led all those in attendance in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Council Manager Henson called the roll and noted that five Council members were present.
OPENING PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE
Pastor Sean Hurm, Cherry Hill United Methodist Church, offered the Opening Prayer.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
On a motion made by Councilwoman Branch, seconded by Councilwoman Culberson, the
Council moved to approve the agenda of September 15, 2026. The motion was approved
unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
MD 250‘ Moment — Reading of “The Ingenious Inventor” — Vice President Bob Meffley
Vice President Meffley read “The Ingenious Inventor”, a biography of Warwick native James
Rumsey.
MD 250%" Moment — Reading of “A Home Coming for History” — Councilwoman Rebecca
Hamilton
Counci …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
Council to review school budget amendments, solar update, and rezoning
The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to hear presentations on two school budget amendments, a solar projects update, and a monthly review of county contracts. They will also consider several resolutions, including an enterprise zone expansion application and a rezoning request for a property on Blue Ball Road in Elkton.
- Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendments #151 and #152
- Update on Solar Projects in Cecil County 2026
- Monthly Review of County Contracts for July and August 2026
- Resolution 45-2026: Enterprise Zone Expansion application
- Rezoning request for 560 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, from Urbanized Residential to Business General
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✓ Decided: Council reviews school budget amendments, solar projects, and contract reports
The Cecil County Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They reviewed two Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments (#151 and #152), received an update on solar projects in the county, and reviewed monthly contract reports. The council also discussed several resolutions scheduled for introduction and consideration at a future legislative session.
- Approved minutes of September 1, 2026 work session (unanimous)
- Reviewed CCPS Budget Amendment #151 (FY26 final) and #152 (FY27 first)
- Received update on 21 pending solar applications; 18 in Agricultural zones
- Reviewed monthly contracts over $100,000 for July and August 2026
- Discussed proposed ballot question on FY budget presentation deadline
- Noted Finance Director Raymond Hamm stepping down; Deputy Director Ondish to be appointed
- Introduced Resolutions 50-2026 through 52-2026 for future consideration
- Considered Resolutions 45-2026 through 49-2026 for future action
Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Livestreamed:
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Passcode: 856502
Work Session
1.
Call to Order
2.
Approval of Minutes
September 1, 2026 - Work Session
3.
Presentations
A.
Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #151 — Denise Sopa, Chief Financial
Officer
B.
Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #152 - Denise Sopa, Chief Financial
Officer
C.
Update – Solar Projects in Cecil County 2026, Director of Land Use and Development
Services, Stephen O'Connor
D.
Andrew Ondish, Deputy Finance Director
i.
Monthly Review of County Contracts — July, 2026 (County Charter Section 516)
ii.
Monthly Review of County Contracts — August, 2026 (County Charter Section
516)
iii. OpenGov Update
iv. Proposed Ballot Question — Cecil County Fiscal Year Budget Presentation
Deadline
4.
Review of Legislative Agenda
A.
Introduction of Resolutions
i.
Resolution No. 50-2026 Supplemental Appropriation — Grant Funds —
Administrative Office of the Courts Security Administration — Court Security
Officer Support Grant Program — Circuit Court
ii.
Resolution No. 51-2026 Supplemental Appropriation – Grant Funds – Maryland
Department of Natural Resources Grants Gateway – Community Flood Planning
iii. Resolution No. 52-2026 Appointment …
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COUNTY COUNCIL OF CECIL COUNTY
WORK SESSION MINUTES
September 15, 2026
OPEN SESSION - Elk Room
4:30 P.M.
NOTE: The recording of this meeting is available on the County website at cecilcountymd.gov
PRESENT: Council Members: Al Miller, Bob Meffley, Rebecca Hamilton, Donna Culberson and
Dawn Branch; Council Manager L. Michelle Henson; Council Executive Assistant Christine Palmer;
members of the Administration and members of the public.
Call to Order
President Miller called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and announced that there were five
Council Members present which constitute a quorum.
Approval of Minutes
On a simultaneous motion made by Councilwoman Hamilton and Vice President Meffley,
seconded by Councilwoman Culberson, the Council moved to approve the minutes of the Council
Work Session of September 1, 2026. The motion passed unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #151 — Denise Sopa, Chief Financial Officer
Cecil County Public Schools (CCPS) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Denise Sopa presented CCPS
Budget Amendment #151, which reflects activity for the month of June 2026.
CFO Sopa stated that Budget Amendment #151 is the final amendment for Fiscal Year 2026
(FY26), adding that Budget Amendment #151 reflects the year-end reconciliation between
projections at the beginning of the fiscal year and actual, year-end revenues and expenses.
CFO Sopa reviewed Restricted Revenues, which include additional Federal funding for Medical
Assi …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Electricians
Board of Electricians to discuss GFCI exception, solar mandate, low-voltage test
The Cecil County Board of Electricians is meeting to approve minutes and agenda, then discuss new business including the expiration of a GFCI exception for listed HVAC equipment, a state mandate on rooftop solar, and an update on the low-voltage test. Old business includes MUELEC membership. The meeting is largely procedural with several technical discussion items.
- Expiration of 210.8 Exception for GFCI Requirement for listed HVAC equipment
- Rooftop solar State mandate: 8/27
- Update low voltage test
- MUELEC membership
- Approval of June 10, 2026 minutes
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200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton
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Board of Electricians of Cecil County
Division of Permits & Inspections
200 Chesapeake Boulevard, Elkton, MD 21921
Board of Electricians
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Perryville Room
8:00 AM
Board of Electricans Meeting
A.
Call to Order
B.
Roll Call
C.
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 10, 2026 minutes
D.
Approval of Agenda
E.
New Business
1.
Expiration of 210.8 Exception for GFCI Requirement for listed HVAC equipment
2.
Roof top solar State mandate: 8/27
3.
Update low voltage test
F.
Old Business
1.
MUELEC membership
G.
General Discussion
H.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:30
County Council
The September 8, 2026, Cecil County Council work session is canceled.
The scheduled work session for the Cecil County Council on September 8, 2026, has been canceled. The next work session is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 4:30 PM.
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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County Council of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Suite 2110, Elkton, MD
Work Session
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Elk Room
4:30 PM
Work Session
1.
CANCELED
Next County Council Work Session:
September 15, 2026 @ 4:30 pm
Elk Room, County Administration Building, 200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, Maryland.
Disclosure: The Legislative Session of the County Council will be recorded and made available
on the Cecil County Agendas and Minutes website. Persons needing accommodation may
contact the Council Office at 410.996.5201 (MD Relay 711), or
email:
[email protected]. This document is available in alternate format.
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 09:00
Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee
September Technical Advisory Committee meeting cancelled
The Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee will not hold its September 2, 2026 meeting due to a lack of agenda items. No public comment is taken at these meetings, but written comments can be submitted by email, fax, or mail.
- Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
- No public comment at meetings; written comments accepted
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Cecil County Administrative Building, Elkton
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Technical Advisory Committee of Cecil County
200 Chesapeake Blvd., Elkton, MD
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
9:00 AM
*No public comment is taken at the Technical Advisory Committee meetings*
*Written public comment can be emailed to
[email protected], faxed to 800-430-
3829 or mailed to the address listed above*
Due to a lack of agenda items, there shall not be a September meeting of the Technical
Advisory Committee.
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 160 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Cecil County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+401 people (-$11.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Hurricane": 7, "Snowstorm": 6, "Flood": 4, "Biological": 2 · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities24 (5 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments1,776 (29,700 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,802/mo (1,012 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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142
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$494.2M
Spending$566.3M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$261.8M
Debt-to-revenue0.53×
Debt-load index74 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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