Cecil County, Maryland

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three variance applications for front, buffer, and rear setback reductions to allow construction. The board will also conduct general discussion.

• 14-ft variance to 30-ft front setback at 4 Yorktown Court, North East (RM zone)
• 8-ft variance to 25-ft Bufferyard A accessory setback at 18 Steamboat Landing Lane, Warwick (SAR zone)
• 15-ft variance to 25-ft rear setback on North Drive, Earleville (RR zone)

County Council

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will hold a public hearing on July 29, 2026, to decide on several license actions. Items include a change of mode of operation for Unwined on the Water to add a rooftop bar, a new Class B license for Vietri's Italian Market, and a transfer/reclassification of State Line Liquors from Class B to Class A. Special event permits for the Scottish Games, horse racing, and Plumpton Park Zoo brews are also on the agenda.

• Change of mode for B-83 Unwined on the Water (285 Plum Point Rd) to add a rooftop bar and renovations
• New Class B beer-wine-liquor license application for Vietri's Italian Market (222 Bohemia Avenue) with Sunday sales
• Transfer/reclassification of State Line Liquors (1610 Elkton Road) from Class B-69 to Class A license
• Special event permits: Scottish Games (5/16/26), Maryland Jockey Club horse racing (5/24-25), Plumpton Park Zoo Spring/Fall Brew
• Old business: proposed changes to Class B Restaurant License

County Council

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Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

County Council

Board of Electricians

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a special exception renewal for a home occupation. No subdivision submittals were received for this meeting.

• Special exception renewal for a home occupation at 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, MD

County Council

County Council

Board of Elections

Board of Appeals

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to consider a special exception renewal for a home occupation. The meeting also includes a period for general discussion.

• Special exception renewal for home occupation at 2807 Blue Ball Road, Elkton, MD

Administrative Charging Committee

County Council

Liquor Board

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Economic Development Commission

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

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Board of Electricians

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Board of Elections

Planning Commission

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Board of Appeals

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Liquor Board

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Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

Economic Development Commission

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Board of Electricians

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Police Accountability Board

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Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet to review adjudicatory files in a closed session and vote on a new Chairperson. The session includes the review of minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting.

• Vote on a new Chairperson
• Closed session review of adjudicatory files EPD 220/221-2026, CCSO 193-2025, and CCSO 181-2025
• Approval of June 23, 2026 meeting minutes

Police Accountability Board

Police Accountability Board

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools. The body will also introduce legislation regarding a sanitary sewer benefit assessment and several supplemental appropriations for grant funds.

• Bill No. 2026-06: Sanitary Sewer Benefit Assessment for the Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #150
• Resolution No. 35-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for Housing Navigator Funding
• Resolution No. 36-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for National Community Care Corps Funding
• Resolution No. 39-2026: Charter Amendment regarding preparation of the County Budget

County Council

The Cecil County Council will introduce a bill for a sanitary sewer benefit assessment for the Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict and consider budget amendments for public schools and grant-funded community services.

• Bill 2026-06: Sanitary Sewer Benefit Assessment for Little Elk Creek
• Resolution 31-2026: Appointment to Planning Commission
• Resolution 33-2026: Appointment to Economic Development Commission
• Resolution 39-2026: Charter Amendment for Budget Preparation
• School Budget Amendment #150

Administrative Charging Committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for 8+ acres at 560 Blueball Road from Urbanized Residential to Business General. The meeting also includes a postponed concept plat for Valley Road Estates and a preliminary plat for Chesapeake Club. General discussion will follow.

• Rezoning request (FILE 2026-01) for 560 Blueball Road, Elkton: 8+ acres from UR to BG
• Valley Road Estates, Lots 1-31, concept plat on Valley Road – postponed from June meeting
• Chesapeake Club, Lots 348-360, 619-645, 740-748, preliminary plat at Bay Club Parkway & Irishtown Road

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will hold a regular meeting to discuss election administration matters. Items include handling of untimely ballots, an update on the risk-limiting audit (RLA), and a discussion of Cecil Tech / Cecil Manor. The meeting includes public participation by pre-scheduled approval only.

• Untimely Ballots discussion
• RLA (risk-limiting audit) update
• Cecil Tech / Cecil Manor item
• Approval of May 20, 2026, minutes
• Director's and Counsel's reports

County Council

The council will hear presentations on affordable housing, a review of recent county contracts, a financial update for the third quarter of FY 2026, and a proposed date for the fiscal‑year budget presentation. No formal actions are listed; the agenda items are for discussion and information.

• Discussion – Affordable Housing with Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (Mira Morgan, Senior Policy Analyst; Jordan Gilmore, Director, Office of Policy Development)
• Monthly Review of County Contracts for March, April, May, and June 2026 (County Charter Section 516)
• Financial Update – 3rd Quarter Fiscal Year 2026
• Discussion – Proposed Fiscal Year Budget Presentation Date (second Tuesday in April)
• Council Manager Report

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Cecil County Ethics Commission will review and discuss various 2025 compliance forms, including Form 1, Form 2 for employees and boards, and lobbyist forms. The commission will also update the 2025 non-compliant list and review 2024 Form 1 filings.

• Review of CY2025 Form 1
• Review of CY2025 Form 2 (Employees and Boards)
• Review of CY2025 Lobbyist Form
• Update to CY2025 Non-Compliant List
• Review of CY2024 Form 1

Board of Electricians

County Council

This legislative session is largely procedural, featuring the introduction and consideration of multiple board and commission appointments. The only substantive discussion item is the Maryland Association of Counties legislative priorities for 2027. No public hearings, ordinances, or financial matters are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Maryland Association of Counties 2027 legislative priorities
• Introduction of appointments: Planning Commission (Rob Carey, Gary Rasnake), Plumbing Board (Ronald Dixon, Jesse Foster, Mark Freese), Economic Development Commission (John 'Jack' Schammel), Susquehanna Workforce Network Board (Sandra Edwards, Andrew Meyer, Jeff Sellers)
• Consideration of appointments: Social Services Board (David Rudolph, Dianne Fox, Georgia Galicki), Commission for Women (Vivian Mena), Board of Parks and Recreation (Jessica Bush), Building Board of Appeals (Paul Keeley)
• Proclamation — Parks and Recreation Month
• Reading of 'County Seats - On the Move' by Councilwoman Dawn Branch as part of MD 250th Moment

County Council

The Cecil County Council will review and consider resolutions to appoint individuals to the Planning Commission, Plumbing Board, Economic Development Commission, and other local boards. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the Board of Health and a review of the legislative agenda.

• Resolution No. 31-2026: Appointment to Planning Commission
• Resolution No. 32-2026: Appointment to Plumbing Board
• Resolution No. 33-2026: Appointment to Economic Development Commission
• Resolution No. 34-2026: Appointment to Susquehanna Workforce Network Board
• Approval of Board of Health minutes from December 2, 2025

The Council reviewed multiple resolutions regarding appointments to various county boards and commissions. No final votes on these resolutions were recorded during this work session.

• Approved June 16, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee is reviewing two subdivision applications: a concept plat for 115 lots at 592 Baron Road and a preliminary plat for 21 condominium sites at Turkey Point Properties on MD Route 272. No public comment is taken at the meeting; written comments can be emailed to [email protected].

• 592 Baron Road, concept plat for Lots 1-115, at Bailiff Road and Bethel Church Road, Fifth Election District
• Turkey Point Properties, preliminary plat for 21 condominium sites, on MD Route 272, Fifth Election District

Liquor Board

County Council

The scheduled work session for June 23, 2026, has been canceled due to Primary Election Day.

Administrative Charging Committee

This is a regular meeting of the Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee with primarily procedural items. The committee will discuss the need to vote on a new chairperson after July 1 and hold a closed session to review adjudicatory file NEPD – 216-2026. No final decisions are scheduled; actions are limited to discussion and approval of prior minutes.

• Review and approve minutes from May 28, 2026
• Discuss voting on a new chairperson after July 1
• Closed session to review adjudicatory file NEPD – 216-2026

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to review a variance request for a property in Conowingo. The board will also hold a period for general discussion.

• Variance request (File 4406) for a 12-ft variance to the 50-ft front setback at 13 Bluffs Drive

Board of Elections

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to hear presentations on three Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments (#147, #148, #149) from CFO Denise Sopa. The council will also introduce and consider several appointments to boards including Social Services, Commission on Women, Parks and Recreation, Building Board of Appeals, and Local Management Board. No final votes are expected at this work session.

• Presentation on Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #147
• Presentation on Budget Amendment #148
• Presentation on Budget Amendment #149
• Introduction of appointments: David Rudolph, Dianne Fox, Georgia Galicki to Social Services Board; Vivian Mena to Commission on Women; Jessica Bush to Board of Parks and Recreation; Paul Keeley to Building Board of Appeals
• Consideration of Resolution 26-2026: Appointment of Laura Hannan to Local Management Board

The Council reviewed three Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments covering activity from March through May 2026. Several resolutions regarding board appointments were introduced for consideration, including positions for the Department of Social Services, Commission on Women, Parks and Recreation, and Building Board of Appeals.

• Approved June 9, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a legislative session to consider three budget amendments from Cecil County Public Schools, presented by CFO Denise Sopa. The council will also vote on appointments to several boards, including the Local Management Board, Social Services Board, Commission for Women, Parks & Recreation, and Building Board of Appeals. The agenda includes proclamations for the MD 250th anniversary and a retirement proclamation for a VFW commander, as well as public comment.

• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #147
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #148
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #149
• Appointment of Laura Hannan to Local Management Board (Resolution 26-2026)
• Appointment of David Rudolph, Dianne Fox, and Georgia Galicki to Department of Social Services Board (Resolution 27-2026)

The Council approved the appointment of Laura Hannan to the Local Management Board. Additionally, three budget amendments for Cecil County Public Schools were passed unanimously.

• Approved Laura Hannan to the Local Management Board (5-0)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #147 (5-0)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #148 (5-0)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #149 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The June 15, 2026 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. All scheduled agenda items, including the Valley Road Estates concept plat and meeting minutes approval, will be moved to the July agenda.

• Valley Road Estates, Lots 1-31, concept plat on Valley Road, Fourth Election District

Board of Electricians

The Cecil County Board of Electricians will meet to approve minutes, consider new business including electrical inspection agency applications and rooftop solar removal permits, and discuss code adoption updates.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 minutes
• Consideration of Electrical Inspection Agency applications
• Roof top solar removal permits
• Code adoption updates
• MUELEC membership

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session focusing on a presentation from the Director of Land Use and Development Services on the development approval process. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, a council manager report, and council member items. No legislative decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Presentation by Director Stephen O'Connor on development approval process
• Approval of June 2, 2026 work session minutes
• Approval of May 26, 2026 closed session minutes
• Council Manager Report
• Council Member Items

The Council approved the minutes from the June 2, 2026, work session and the May 26, 2026, closed session. The session included a presentation by the Director of Land Use and Development Services regarding the development approval process.

• Approved June 2, 2026, work session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 26, 2026, closed session minutes (unanimous)

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee will not hold its June meeting because there are no agenda items to discuss. The notice states that due to a lack of items, the meeting is cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled for June 3, 2026.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hear presentations on Clene Nanomedicine and the status of agriculture in Cecil County, along with reports from the chairman and director. No votes or action items are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Presentation on Clene Nanomedicine update by Mark Mortenson
• Presentation on Status of Ag in Cecil County by Malik Grace
• Director’s Economic Development Update
• Next meeting scheduled for September 2, 2026 (no July or August meeting)

County Council

The County Council will hold final deliberation on the FY 2027 budget. They will also consider resolutions setting property tax rates, appointing board members, and vote on bills for the capital improvement program, annual budget ordinance with amendments, equipment lease financing, and a tax credit for seniors and veterans.

• Final deliberation on FY 2027 Budget
• Resolution 18-2026: Adoption of Real and Personal Property Tax Rates for FY 2027
• Bill 2026-02: Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance FY 2027 with three amendments (salary adjustment, Orphans' Court salary, Mill Lane feasibility study)
• Bill 2026-04: Taxation – Tax Credit for Senior Citizens and Veterans
• Request to move June 16 meetings to Elkton Municipal Building due to early voting

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 work session. A motion to adjourn the June 2 work session was made, seconded, and carried. No other items recorded a vote outcome.

• Approved March 24, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned June 2, 2026 work session (motion passed)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including adoption of real property and personal property tax rates for FY2027 and appointments to various boards. It will consider the FY2027 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance with three amendments covering salary adjustments, an Orphans' Court salary change, and a feasibility study for Mill Lane, as well as a capital improvement program and a senior/veteran tax credit. The council will also address moving the June 16, 2026 session to the Elkton Municipal Building.

• Resolution No. 18-2026 – Adoption of Real Property & Personal Property Tax Rates for FY2027
• Bill No. 2026-01 – Capital Improvement Program FY2027‑2031
• Bill No. 2026-02 – Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance FY2027 (Amendments on salary adjustments, Orphans' Court salary change, Mill Lane feasibility study)
• Bill No. 2026-04 – Tax Credit for Senior Citizens and Veterans
• Request to move the June 16, 2026 Legislative Session to the Elkton Municipal Building, 100 Railroad Avenue

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt the real and personal property tax rates for fiscal year 2027. It also approved the FY2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and reappointed members to the Commission on Aging and the Board of Electricians. An amendment to cap FY2027 wage increases was denied, and a second amendment was withdrawn.

• Approved FY2027 real and personal property tax rates (5-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Program FY2027‑2031 (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Matthew Lowder to Commission on Aging (5-0)
• Approved reappointment of Paul Palmer to Board of Electricians (3-2)
• Denied Amendment No. 1 to FY2027 budget wage‑cap proposal (3-2)
• Withdrawn Amendment No. 2 to FY2027 budget (5-0)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee will review and approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss a visit with the Baltimore City Police Accountability Board. The agenda also lists a closed session to review specific adjudicatory files and announces upcoming adjudications.

• Review & Approve Minutes (4/21/26)
• Discuss visit with Baltimore City PAB
• Closed Session to Review Adjudicatory Files
• Announce Adjudications from Closed Session
• Confirm Date of Next Meeting

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 21 meeting. Members agreed to invite Baltimore City PAB/ACC members to the July 21 meeting. In closed session the ACC voted 3‑0 that it had jurisdiction over five complaints and voted 3‑0 to not administratively charge any of them, deeming each unfounded. The meeting reconvened in open session and was adjourned at 10:33 a.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 21 minutes (unanimous)
• Invited Baltimore City PAB/ACC members to July 21 meeting
• Found jurisdiction over EPD/203-2026 (3-0) and declined charge (unfounded)
• Found jurisdiction over EPD/209-2026 (3-0) and declined charge (unfounded)
• Found jurisdiction over CCSO/174-2025 (3-0) and declined charge (unfounded)
• Found jurisdiction over CCSO/180-2025 (3-0) and declined charge (unfounded)
• Found jurisdiction over CCSO/219-2025 (3-0) and declined charge (unfounded)

Liquor Board

Board of Appeals

The Cecil County Board of Appeals will consider several special exception and variance requests at its May 27 meeting. Two special exceptions for festivals and a research facility, as well as a related variance, have been postponed from the April meeting. New items include a festival renewal, a home occupation renewal, and multiple variance requests for setbacks and lot coverage. Written public comment may be submitted by email or mail.

• FILE 4395: Bohemia Manor Farms RE, LLC – postponed special exception to hold festivals and events at 237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane, Chesapeake City (SAR zone).
• FILE 4398 & 4399: Milos Markis and Shane Cronin – postponed special exception for a research and development facility and a 5-acre variance at 2154 Cecilton-Warwick Road, Warwick (SAR zone).
• FILE 4400: Capri Ebright & Brad Ebright – renewal of special exception to hold festivals and events at 255 Town Point Road, Chesapeake City (SAR zone).
• FILE 4404: Alan E. Ingram – 34-ft variance to front yard setback for construction at 46 Bay Blvd., Earleville (RR zone).
• FILE 4405: Thomas & Antoinette Lynam – request to increase lot coverage by 336 sq ft on a nonconforming lot at 25 Sunset Drive, North East (LDR zone).

County Council

The Cecil County Council will preliminarily deliberate the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The session includes presentations from the Office of the State's Attorney and a ballot update from the Board of Elections. Council members will also address personnel matters and other member items.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Preliminary Deliberation
• Office of the State's Attorney presentation (James Dellmyer)
• Board of Elections ballot update (Gary Holmes and Sheri Woodruff)
• Council Member Items
• Discussion of personnel matters per Maryland Annotated Code §3-305(b)(1)

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including the Capital Improvement Program and the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance. The meeting also covers proposed tax credit legislation and the adoption of real property and personal property tax rates for FY2027.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2027 budget and appropriations
• Bill 2026-01: Capital Improvement Program FY2027-2031
• Bill 2026-02: Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance FY2027
• Bill 2026-04: Tax Credit for Senior Citizens and Veterans
• Resolution 18-2026: Adoption of Real Property and Personal Property Tax Rates for FY2027

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will hold a regular meeting to approve the prior meeting minutes, receive reports from the President, Director, and Counsel, and set the date for the next meeting. Part of the meeting may be closed under the Maryland Open Meetings Act. No other business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• President’s remarks
• Director’s report
• Counsel’s report
• Scheduling of the next board meeting on July 15, 2026

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting its sixth FY27 budget meeting, hearing capital budget presentations from the Board of Education, Cecil College, Public Library, Circuit Court, Emergency Services, Community Services, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session to gather information ahead of preliminary deliberations on May 26, 2026.

• Board of Education capital budget presentation by Superintendent Dr. Jeffery Lawson and CFO Denise Sopa
• Cecil College operating and capital budget presentation by President Mary Bolt
• Public Library capital budget presentation by Director Rachel Wright
• Emergency Services capital budget presentation by Director Patrick Campbell
• Public Works capital budget presentation by Director Scott Flanigan

County Council

The Cecil County Council will meet on May 19, 2026 for its regular legislative session. The agenda includes standard procedural items and the introduction of two resolutions to appoint members to the Commission on Aging and the Board of Electricians. No other policy actions are listed.

• Resolution No. 24-2026 – appoint Matthew Lowder to the Commission on Aging
• Resolution No. 25-2026 – appoint Paul Palmer to the Board of Electricians

The council voted to approve the May 19 agenda and the minutes from the May 5 legislative session, both with unanimous support. No other substantive actions were taken during this meeting.

• Approved agenda for May 19, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2026 legislative session (unanimous)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Cecil County Ethics Commission will meet to review and discuss CY2025 financial disclosure forms (Form 1, Form 2 for employees/boards, and Lobbyist Form), as well as an update on the list of non-compliant filers. The commission will also enter closed session to discuss a tabled financial disclosure and any CY2025 forms requiring legal counsel or confidentiality.

• Review of CY2025 Form 1 financial disclosures
• Review of CY2025 Form 2 disclosures for employees and boards
• Review of CY2025 Lobbyist Form disclosures
• Update on CY2025 Non-Compliant List
• Closed session to discuss tabled financial disclosure and confidential forms

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program and review several subdivision and special exception applications. The meeting includes requests for event hosting, a research facility, and home occupation renewals.

• FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program: McCauley Road Bridge repair and Indoor Recreation Center
• Subdivision plat for Lands of Peter T. & Melissa A. LaPointe on Firetower Road
• Special exception renewal for festivals and events at 255 Town Point Road
• Special exception renewal for home occupation at 199 Deaver Road
• Postponed requests for Bohemia Manor Farms RE, LLC and Milos Markis/Shane Cronin

General

This is an organizational meeting of the Cecil County Building Appeals Board. The board will vote for a chair and vice chair, receive orientation on procedures, and set future meeting dates. No specific appeals are on the agenda.

• Vote for Chair and Vice Chair
• Orientation on Robert's Rules, open meetings, and appeals procedure
• Voting on timing of next and future meetings

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting Budget Meeting #5 for the FY27 budget. Presentations will be heard from the Director of Economic Development and the Director of Public Works on operating budgets and enterprise funds. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Presentation on Economic Development budget by Director Sandra Edwards
• Department of Public Works Operating Budget presentation by Director Scott Flanigan
• Department of Public Works Enterprise Funds presentation by Director Scott Flanigan

Economic Development Commission

General

The Plumbing Board of Cecil County will meet to discuss the use of IPC 2021 and IFGC 2021 codes. The board will also review specific technical standards regarding trap seals, vents, and gas piping sleeves.

• Discussion of IPC 2021 and IFGC 2021 code use
• Review of trap seal protection 1002.4.1 and ASSE 1072
• Discussion of common vents 911.1, 911.2, and table 911.3
• Discussion of wet vent 912.2.1 and table 912.3
• Review of gas piping sleeves through masonry walls per IFGC 102.9

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine business. Items include approval of minutes, chairman's report, and an economic development update. The session also features a wrap-up of the 2026 Maryland legislative session. No votes on ordinances, rezonings, or contracts are scheduled.

• Agenda consists solely of procedural items and informational reports; no concrete action items.

The Economic Development Commission approved the March 2026 meeting minutes. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The session featured reports on strategic planning, agriculture grants, upcoming events, and a presentation on student achievement. The next meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2026 (virtual).

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee will discuss the concept plat for Aston Pointe Phase 3, covering lots 1‑246 on Appleton Road in Atwell, Fourth Election District. No other agenda items are listed.

• Aston Pointe Phase 3 – concept plat for lots 1‑246 on Appleton Road, Atwell (Fourth Election District)

The committee presented staff comments on water, sewer, stormwater, road design, traffic impacts, bus service, and environmental review for the Aston Pointe Phase 3 subdivision. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational and advisory remarks.

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a legislative session to consider several resolutions, including three annexation requests for properties in Elkton and appointments to the Commission on Aging. The council will also conduct a final reading of Bill 2026-05, which amends Chapter 39 of the Cecil County Code regarding ethics. Proclamations for Safe Boating Week and Small Business Appreciation Month will be presented.

• Final reading of Bill 2026-05 amending Chapter 39 (Ethics) of Cecil County Code
• Resolution 13-2026: Annexation of 128 Belle Hill Road, Elkton
• Resolution 14-2026: Annexation of 100 Belle Hill Road, Elkton
• Resolution 15-2026: Annexation of 17 Swallow Drive, Elkton
• Appointments of Randall Schwandt and Christine Gehris to Commission on Aging

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes for the April 21 and March 17 sessions. It approved three annexation resolutions (Nos. 13‑2026, 14‑2026, 15‑2026) granting the Town of Elkton waivers to annex specific parcels. The council also reappointed two members to the Commission on Aging and amended the county ethics code.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2026 session (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 17, 2026 session (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 13-2026 annexation (vote: Hamilton Y, Culberson Y, Branch Y, Meffley Y, Miller Y)
• Approved Resolution No. 14-2026 annexation (vote: Hamilton Y, Culberson Y, Branch Y, Meffley Y, Miller Y)
• Approved Resolution No. 15-2026 annexation (vote: Hamilton Y, Culcerson ~Y, Branch Y, Meffley Y, Miller Y)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-2026 reappointment to Commission on Aging (vote: Hamilton ~Y, Culberson ~Y, Branch Y, Meffley Y, Miller Y)
• Approved Bill No. 2026-05 ethics code amendment (vote: Hamilton Y, Culberson Y, Branch Y, Meffley Y, Miller Y)

County Council

The Cecil County Council is holding its fourth budget meeting to discuss operating budgets for the Board of Elections, Land Use and Development Services, Facilities Management, Parks and Recreation, and the Board of Education. The meeting is livestreamed and will be followed by a fifth budget meeting on May 12, 2026.

• Board of Elections budget review
• Land Use and Development Services budget review
• Facilities Management budget review
• Parks and Recreation operating budget review
• Board of Education operating budget review

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will hear updates on a license extension for Elk River Brewing and a hardship request for Hilltop Inn. A special event permit for a Chamber of Commerce golf tournament on May 8, 2026, will also be considered. The board will discuss identity document fraud training.

• Update on Class B BWL No. B-199 extension for Elk River Brewing at 16-18 South Main Street, North East
• Hardship request for Class B BWL No. B-10 (Hilltop Inn) at 825 Hilltop Road, Elkton
• Special event permit for Cecil County Chamber of Commerce golf tournament at Furnace Bay Golf Course on May 8, 2026
• Scheduled identity document fraud training on May 21, 2026

County Council

This is a procedural budget meeting for FY27. The agenda contains no specific ordinances, public hearings, or action items—only scheduling notices for future budget meetings and a work session. The meeting appears to be a placeholder.

• No rezonings, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings on the agenda

Board of Appeals

The Cecil County Board of Appeals will consider two postponed special exception requests—one to hold festivals at 237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane and another to operate a research facility at 2154 Cecilton-Warwick Road. It will also address three variance items: a 9‑ft side‑yard setback variance at 6 Reed Hartnett Street, a withdrawn 12‑ft front‑yard setback variance for 77 George LLC, and a postponed 5‑acre acreage variance for the same research facility site. Items not acted on will be carried forward to the May meetings.

• Special exception for festivals at 237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane, Chesapeake City (postponed)
• Special exception for a research and development facility at 2154 Cecilton-Warwick Road, Warwick (postponed)
• 9‑ft side‑yard setback variance for 6 Reed Hartnett Street, Elkton
• 12‑ft front‑yard setback variance for 77 George LLC, Georgetown (withdrawn)
• 5‑acre minimum‑acreage variance for 2154 Cecilton-Warwick Road, Warwick (postponed)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold public hearings on three annexation resolutions for properties in Elkton (128 and 100 Belle Hill Road, and 17 Swallow Drive). They will also introduce Bill 2026-05 to amend the county ethics code and consider multiple appointments to boards and commissions. A proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Resolution 13-2026 annexing 128 Belle Hill Road, Elkton
• Public hearing on Resolution 14-2026 annexing 100 Belle Hill Road, Elkton
• Public hearing on Resolution 15-2026 annexing 17 Swallow Drive, Elkton
• Introduction of Bill 2026-05 amending Chapter 39 Ethics of Cecil County Code
• Consideration of appointments to Commission for Women, Local Management Board, Board of License Commissioners, and others

The council voted unanimously to approve the April 21 agenda. It also approved the minutes from the April 7 legislative session by unanimous vote. Public hearings were held for Resolutions 13‑2026, 14‑2026, and 15‑2026 concerning annexations, with no vote taken; further consideration is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 7 session minutes (unanimous)

Police Accountability Board

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board will meet in open session to review 2026 first-quarter data, receive updates from the Cecil County Sheriff's Office and North East Police Department, and review complaints and Administrative Charging Committee adjudications received since the last meeting. The board will also approve minutes from January 13, 2026. This is a routine procedural meeting with no votes on ordinances or contracts.

• Review and approve minutes from January 13, 2026
• 2026 Q1 Police Accountability Board data review
• Law enforcement agency updates from CCSO and NEPD
• Review of complaints received since last meeting
• Review of ACC adjudications since last meeting

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will hold a closed session to review adjudicatory file EPD 208-2026. Other agenda items are routine approvals of minutes and scheduling. No public hearings or new policy votes are scheduled.

• Closed session to review adjudicatory file EPD 208-2026

County Council

This is the third FY27 budget work session. Department heads will present funding requests for Circuit Court, Orphan's Court, State's Attorney, Information Technology, Sheriff, and Emergency Services. No votes are scheduled; the council will use the information to prepare the final budget.

• Circuit Court budget request presented by Court Administrator Matthew Barrett
• Orphan's Court budget request presented by Chief Judge Carolyn Crouch
• State's Attorney's Office budget request presented by James Dellmyer
• Information Technology budget request presented by Director Dave Warnick
• Sheriff's Office budget request presented by Sheriff Scott Adams

Planning Commission

The Cecil County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2026, has been canceled. All agenda items, including a subdivision plat and two special exception requests, will be heard at the May meeting instead.

• Subdivision: Northwoods, Section 5, Lots 163-228, Northwoods Blvd. (deferred to May)
• Special Exception 4395: Bohemia Manor Farms RE, LLC – festivals/events at 237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane, Chesapeake City (postponed from March, now deferred to May)
• Special Exception 4398: Milos Markis and Shane Cronin – research/development facility at 2154 Cecilton-Warwick Road, Warwick (deferred to May)

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the director and counsel, and administer the oath to the Board of Canvassers. Public participation requires pre-scheduling approval. A closed session may be held per state law.

• Oath administration for the Board of Canvassers (New Business)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold its second FY27 budget meeting. Council members will hear presentations from the Health Department, Social Services, the Public Library, and Community Services regarding their operating budgets. The meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2026 at 4:30 PM in the Elk Room of the County Administration Building.

• Health Department – operating budget presentation by Director Karyl Rattay
• Social Services – operating budget presentation by Director Lisa Beeman
• Public Library – operating budget presentation by Executive Director Rachel Wright
• Community Services – operating budget presentation by Director David Trolio

Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board

The Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review a specific request regarding an easement. The board is considering a request for a value-added product facility on land associated with Delmarva Crop Queen LLC and Chesapeake Gold Farms.

• Request for a Value-Added Product Facility: Delmarva Crop Queen LLC & Chesapeake Gold Farms (MALPF Easement #07-86-01)

County Council

The County Council is introducing the FY2027 annual budget, the FY2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program, and FY2027 tax rates. The body is also considering supplemental appropriations for snow removal and Washington Street force main repair.

• Bill No. 2026-02: Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance FY2027
• Bill No. 2026-01: Capital Improvement Program FY2027 - 2031
• Resolution No. 18-2026: FY2027 Real Property & Personal Property Tax Rates
• Resolution No. 10-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for Washington Street Force Main Repair
• Annexation requests for 128 Belle Hill Road, 100 Belle Hill Road, and 17 Swallow Drive

The council introduced four bills related to the FY 2027 budget, capital improvements, lease‑purchase financing, and a senior/veteran tax credit. It also introduced three annexation resolutions for properties on Belle Hill Road. No bills or resolutions were voted on or decided during this meeting.

County Council

The County Council is holding its first budget meeting to review the FY27 budget. The session includes budget overviews and reports from various county departments and offices.

• Budget overview presented by County Executive Adam Streight
• Budget reviews for Executive/Administration, Human Resources, and County Council
• Budget reviews for Liquor Board, Legal Services, and Finance
• Budget reviews for Extension Office and Soil Conservation

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee announced that the April 1, 2026 meeting will not be held because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Economic Development Commission

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will discuss IT and remote access. Members will enter closed sessions to review two adjudicatory files and discuss the PAB statute with legal counsel.

• IT/Remote Access discussion
• Review of adjudicatory file CCSO 170-2025
• Review of adjudicatory file CCSO 172-2025
• Discussion of PAB statute with legal counsel

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners will review an application for a new alcohol license. The board will also discuss a license management agreement form and upcoming fraud training.

• New Class B Beer-Wine-Liquor license application for Grounded Coffee at 4899 Pulaski Highway
• Special event request: Buffalo Soldiers-Grounded Coffee (11/30/25)
• Special event request: Church of the Good Shephard Comedy Night (2/7/26)
• Special event request: RSHS Tiger Athletic Boosters Fundraiser (4/18/26)
• Special event request: Cecil County Public Library Fundraising Party (5/17/26)

The Board of License Commissioners approved a Class B beer, wine, and liquor on‑premise license with Sunday sales for Grounded Café, LLC in Perryville. The board also unanimously approved the December 7, 2025 meeting minutes, accepted the new Liquor License Management Agreement form, and elected Kristen Ortt as chairperson. All votes were unanimous.

• Elected Kristen Ortt as chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved Grounded Café Class B liquor license with Sunday sales (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted new Liquor License Management Agreement form (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will approve the March 17 minutes and hear two presentations by the Deputy Finance Director: a monthly review of February 2026 county contracts and a training update on Open Government. The meeting also includes a council manager report, a state legislative update, and items from council members.

• Approve minutes from the March 17, 2026 work session
• Presentation: Monthly Review of County Contracts – February 2026
• Presentation: Training – Open Government
• Council Manager Report
• State Legislative Update

The council voted to approve the minutes from the March 17, 2026 work session, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the March 24 work session was made, seconded, and the session was adjourned at 5:34 p.m. The council also announced the date of the first FY 2027 budget meeting (April 7, 2026) and the next work session (June 2, 2026).

• Approved March 17 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the March 24 work session

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider several requests for special exceptions and zoning variances. These include requests for home occupations, agricultural housing, and event hosting. The board will also review requests to modify yard setbacks.

• Special exception renewal for festivals and events at 1916 Theodore Road
• Special exception renewal for a home occupation at 80 Egg Hill Lane
• Special exception for a double-wide manufactured home for agricultural help at 231 Leeds Road
• 6-ft side yard setback variance at 45 Merion Court
• 49-ft front yard setback variance for an existing structure at 65 Richard Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will present the 2025 Annual Report. No subdivision plats were submitted for review. The commission will consider several special exception applications, including renewals for festivals at 1916 Theodore Road and 237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane (both postponed), a home‑occupation request at 80 Egg Hill Lane, and a double‑wide manufactured home placement at 231 Leeds Road.

• 2025 Annual Report presentation (Item 1A)
• No subdivision plats received for review (Item 2A)
• Special exception renewal for Cecil County Dragway, LLC to hold festivals at 1916 Theodore Road, Rising Sun (postponed)
• Special exception renewal for Noel Burgee to operate a home occupation at 80 Egg Hill Lane, Elkton
• Special exception to place a double‑wide manufactured home at 231 Leeds Road, Elkton

The Commission unanimously adopted the 2025 Annual Report as required by state law. It also approved a five‑year special exception for Cecil County Dragway to hold festivals, a five‑year special exception for Noel Burgee to operate a home photography business, and a two‑year special exception for Kemske & Ferguson to place a double‑wide manufactured home for farm‑hand use. The Bohemia Manor Farms special exception was postponed until the April meeting. The next commission meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2026.

• Adopted 2025 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑year special exception for Cecil County Dragway festivals (unanimous)
• Approved 5‑year special exception for Noel Burgee home photography business (unanimous)
• Approved 2‑year special exception for Kemske & Ferguson manufactured home (unanimous)
• Postponed Bohemia Manor Farms special exception to April meeting

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will hold a regular meeting to conduct general business. The agenda includes updates on an RLA Pilot, office space, and a sticker contest.

• RLA Pilot update
• Office space discussion
• Sticker contest update

County Council

The County Council is meeting to introduce and consider resolutions regarding board appointments and supplemental appropriations. The body will also review a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools.

• Resolution No. 10-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for Washington Street Force Main Repair
• Resolution No. 11-2026: Supplemental Appropriation for Roads Division snow removal
• Resolution No. 08-2026: Appointments to the Local Management Board
• Resolution No. 09-2026: Appointment of Ravi Gupta to the Board of Library Trustees
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #146

The council voted 5-0 to adopt Budget Amendment #146 for Cecil County Public Schools. It also approved the reappointment of Mary Falkenstein to the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board and a $275,495 supplemental appropriation to correct a state billing error. All three actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #146 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 06-2026 reappointing Mary Falkenstein to Adult Public Guardianship Review Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 07-2026 supplemental appropriation $275,495 to State Department of Assessments and Taxation (5-0)

County Council

The County Council will approve minutes from prior meetings and hear presentations on the school budget amendment, a nature center program, and prescription drug affordability. It will review the legislative agenda, including appointments and supplemental appropriations for wastewater repairs and snow removal. The council will consider several resolutions and discuss the school budget amendment as new business before adjourning.

• Presentation of Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #146
• Resolution No.10-2026 supplemental appropriation for Washington Street Force Main repair (Wastewater Enterprise Fund)
• Resolution No.11-2026 supplemental appropriation for snow removal (General Fund Balance, Roads Division)
• Resolution No.08-2026 appointment to the Local Management Board
• Resolution No.12-2026 approval of amendment to the Purchasing Manual

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the March 3 work and closed sessions. It confirmed appointments to the Local Management Board and the Library Board of Trustees. It adopted supplemental appropriations for a Washington Street force‑main repair, snow‑removal services, and approved the revised Purchasing Manual effective July 1, 2026.

• Approved minutes of March 3 work session (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 3 closed session (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 08‑2026 appointing Local Management Board members
• Approved Resolution 09‑2026 appointing Ravi Gupta to Library Board of Trustees
• Approved Resolution 10‑2026 supplemental appropriation $200,000 for Washington Street force‑main repair
• Approved Resolution 11‑2026 supplemental appropriation for snow‑removal and related costs
• Approved Resolution 12‑2026 amendment to the Purchasing Manual

Planning Commission

The commission will review the 2025 Annual Report and note that no subdivision applications were received. It will consider several special exception requests, including a renewal for Cecil County Dragway to hold festivals at 1916 Theodore Road, a renewal for Noel Burgee to operate a home occupation at 80 Egg Hill Lane, and a request to place a double‑wide manufactured home at 231 Leeds Road. Two of the special exception requests (Cecil County Dragway and Bohemia Manor Farms) are postponed to future meetings.

• Review of the 2025 Annual Report
• No subdivision submittals received for review
• Special exception renewal for Cecil County Dragway, LLC to hold festivals at 1916 Theodore Road (postponed)
• Special exception renewal for Noel Burgee to operate a home occupation at 80 Egg Hill Lane
• Special exception to place a double‑wide manufactured home for agricultural use at 231 Leeds Road by Kemske & Ferguson

General

Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board

County Council

The scheduled County Council work session for March 10, 2026 was canceled. No agenda items were presented or discussed. The next work session is set for March 17, 2026 at 4:30 pm.

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Cecil County Ethics Commission will meet to review and discuss financial disclosure forms for the 2025 fiscal year, including forms for employees, boards, and lobbyists. The agenda also includes a review of prior meeting minutes and a closed session to discuss forms requiring legal counsel.

• Review CY2025 Form 1
• Review CY2025 Form 2 (Employees and Boards)
• Review CY2025 Lobbyist Forms
• Review September 22, 2025 Minutes
• Closed session for legal counsel

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee will consider four subdivision applications: Raven’s Glen, Valley Road Estates, Rivington Place, and Chesapeake Club. Each item involves a preliminary or concept plat for new lots in designated election districts. The committee will discuss the plans but does not take public comment at the meeting.

• Raven’s Glen – Lots 1-4, Preliminary Plat, Old Elk Neck Road, Fifth Election District
• Valley Road Estates – Lots 1-31, Concept Plat, Valley Road, Fourth Election District
• Rivington Place – 308 Units, Preliminary Plat, Parker Place, Fifth Election District
• Chesapeake Club – Lots 1-498, Preliminary Plat, Bay Club Parkway & Irishtown Road, Fifth Election District

The committee heard a presentation on the revised Ravens Glen subdivision (Lots 1‑4) and reviewed comments from Water & Sewer Planning, DPR, CCSCD, CCPS, MDOT/SHA, and LUDS/P&Z. The reviewers identified several compliance issues, including missing signatures, driveway setbacks, stormwater plan requirements, and environmental design updates. No vote or formal approval, denial, or postponement was recorded in the minutes.

Economic Development Commission

County Council

The Cecil County Council meeting will consider two resolutions: an appointment to the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board and a supplemental appropriation to address the General Fund balance with the State of Maryland. The council will also adopt proclamations for Endometriosis Awareness Month and handle routine items such as agenda approval and public comment.

• Resolution No. 06-2026: Appointment to the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board (Mary Falkenstein)
• Resolution No. 07-2026: Supplemental appropriation for the General Fund balance with the State of Maryland
• Resolution No. 05-2026: Appointment to the Commission for Women (six members)
• Proclamation of March 2026 as Endometriosis Awareness Month

The council unanimously approved its agenda for the March 3, 2026 session. Council members voted 5‑0 to adopt Resolution No. 05‑2026, appointing six individuals to the County Commission for Women. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda for March 3, 2026 session (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05‑2026 appointing six members to the Commission for Women (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Introduced Resolution No. 06‑2026 and Resolution No. 07‑2026; scheduled for consideration on March 17, 2026

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review legislative items and state legislative updates. The body is considering appointments to the Commission for Women and the Adult Public Guardianship Review Board, as well as a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund Balance.

• Resolution No. 06-2026: Appointment of Mary Falkenstein to Adult Public Guardianship Review Board
• Resolution No. 07-2026: Supplemental Appropriation from General Fund Balance for State Department of Assessments and Taxation
• Resolution No. 05-2026: Appointments to Commission for Women (Abigail Bingham, Sharone Glasco, Jennifer Cooper, Tracy Reynolds, Donna Horgan, and Rachel Wright)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet on February 25, 2026 to review three applications. It will consider a special exception for Sylvestries, LLC to operate a saw mill at 1650 Irishtown Road. It will also consider two front‑yard setback variances: a 20‑foot variance for Alan E. Ingram at 46 Bay Blvd and a 30‑foot variance for Darren Thomas at 159 Long Drive. The meeting will conclude with a general discussion.

• Special exception for Sylvestries, LLC to operate a saw mill at 1650 Irishtown Road (Northern Agricultural Residential zone)
• 20‑ft front‑yard setback variance for Alan E. Ingram at 46 Bay Blvd (Rural Residential zone)
• 30‑ft front‑yard setback variance for Darren Thomas at 159 Long Drive (Rural Residential zone)
• General discussion

Liquor Board

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. A presentation will provide a monthly review of county contracts for January 2026. The council will discuss a state legislative update with the Cecil County Chamber of Commerce and hear reports from the council manager and members. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of February 17, 2026 work session minutes
• Presentation: Monthly Review of County Contracts – January 2026
• Discussion: State Legislative Update with Cecil County Chamber of Commerce
• Council Manager Report
• Council Member Items

The County Council voted to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 work session, with all members in favor. No other motions were voted on except to adjourn the February 24 meeting, which was adopted. The remainder of the session comprised presentations and discussion of contracts and state legislation.

• Approved February 17 work‑session minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned February 24 work session (motion adopted)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and review adjudicatory files in closed session. The body will also announce any adjudications resulting from that review.

• Approve minutes from 1/13/26
• Review adjudicatory files (EPD 190-2025, 198-2026, 199-2026)
• Announce adjudications from closed session

The Administrative Charging Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 13 meeting. It voted that it has jurisdiction over case EPD/190-2025, administratively charged the complaint for violating Policy 320.5.9, classified the violation as Category D Level 1, and recommended a 10‑day loss of pay. The committee also voted it lacks jurisdiction over cases EPD/198-2026 and EPD/199-2026.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/13/2026 (2-0)
• Found jurisdiction over ACC EPD / 190-2025 (3-0)
• Administratively charged ACC EPD / 190-2025 for violating Policy 320.5.9 (3-0)
• Classified violations for ACC EPD / 190-2025 as Category D, Level 1 (3-0)
• Recommended 10 days loss of pay for ACC EPD / 190-2025 (3-0)
• Found no jurisdiction over ACC EPD / 198-2026 (3-0)
• Found no jurisdiction over ACC EPD / 199-2026 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission of Cecil County meeting scheduled for February 18, 2026, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to discuss new business including election responsibilities and nursing homes. The board will also review a letter to the county and newsletter submissions. The meeting includes reports from the Director and Counsel.

• Supply Cart Verification deadline of May 27, 2026
• Polling Site Evaluations (EV & ED)
• Board's Letter to County
• Nursing Homes discussion
• Social Media and Stickers old business

County Council

The council will consider a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools (Budget Amendment #145). It will also consider two appointment resolutions: one appointing members to the Commission for Women and another appointing members to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees. The meeting includes standard items such as public comment and approval of minutes.

• Resolution No. 05-2026 appointing Abigail Bingham, Sharone Glasco, Jennifer Cooper, Tracy Reynolds, Donna Horgan, and Rachel Wright to the Commission for Women
• Resolution No. 04-2026 appointing Stephen Brownhill and Colin Shaw to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #145

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It voted 4‑0 to confirm Stephen Brownhill and appoint Colin Shaw to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees (Resolution No. 04‑2026). It also voted 4‑0 to adopt Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #145. The meeting was adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Resolution No. 04‑2026 (Public Safety Pension Plan Board) approved 4‑0
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #145 approved 4‑0
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous motion

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools. The meeting also includes the introduction and consideration of resolutions for various board and commission appointments.

• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment # 145
• Resolution No. 05-2026: Appointments to the Commission for Women
• Resolution No. 04-2026: Appointments to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The council approved the amended minutes of the February 3, 2026 work session with a unanimous vote. Council members voted to defer the Council Member Items to the upcoming Legislative Session. The work session was then adjourned following a motion that passed.

• Approved February 3, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Council Member Items to Legislative Session
• Adjourned work session (motion passed)

Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will open with a call to order and approval of the February 3 minutes. Council members will discuss state legislation HB 0815, which proposes single‑member districts for County Council and Board of Education elections. Presentations will cover the Upper Shore Regional Council Rural Economic Development Fund Grant and related projects, including the Paris Foundation, Cecil County Farm Museum, and Belvidere Road Improvement Project. The session will conclude with a council manager report, member items, and adjournment.

• Discussion of HB 0815 – County Council and Board of Education Elections – Single Member Districts
• Presentation on Upper Shore Regional Council Rural Economic Development Fund Grant
• Presentation on Paris Foundation
• Presentation on Cecil County Farm Museum
• Presentation on Belvidere Road Improvement Project

The council voted to approve the minutes from the February 3, 2026 work session. The motion was made by Vice President Meffley, seconded by Councilwoman Branch, and passed unanimously. No other actions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 3, 2026 work session (unanimous)

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee will review preliminary and final subdivision plats for two residential developments. No public comment will be taken during the meeting.

• Fabrizi Woods, Lots 1-6, Childs Road
• Lands of Peter T. & Melissa A. LaPointe, Lots 1-3, Firetower Road and Vineyard Drive

The committee heard agency comments on the Fabrizi Woods Lots 1‑6 subdivision, including water & sewer, stormwater, environmental, bus service, and road requirements. Reviewers noted needed revisions to the plat, such as showing sewage reserve details, septic setbacks, stormwater plan approvals, and a pull‑off on the mini‑road. No approval, denial, or vote was recorded during this meeting.

General

The Plumbing Board of Cecil County is meeting to review current county codes and amendments. Members will discuss potential modifications to these amendments and a new methodology for the inspection process.

• Discussion of IPC2021, IFGC 2021, and Cecil County amendments
• Recommendations for changes to County Amendments
• Division Chief meeting regarding well information availability
• Open-Gov software modifications for auto-populating fields
• Proposed new methodology for the inspection process

Economic Development Commission

County Council

The Cecil County Council will meet to consider resolutions regarding board appointments and a supplemental appropriation. The session includes the introduction of a resolution for the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees.

• Resolution No. 02-2026: Appointments to the Economic Development Commission
• Resolution No. 03-2026: Supplemental Appropriation from General Fund Balance for Department of Public Works Roads Division Asphalt Overlay
• Resolution No. 04-2026: Appointment of Stephen Brownhill and Colin Shaw to Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 20 session. It voted 5‑0 to reappoint and appoint members to the Economic Development Commission (Resolution 02‑2026). It also voted 5‑0 to move $2,800,000 from the General Fund to the Public Works Roads Division for extra asphalt overlay on county roads (Resolution 03‑2026). The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes of Jan. 20, 2026 session approved
• Resolution 02‑2026 (Economic Development Commission appointments) approved 5‑0
• Resolution 03‑2026 (Supplemental $2.8 M asphalt overlay appropriation) approved 5‑0
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous motion

County Council

The Cecil County Council will discuss three resolutions: appointing members to the Public Safety Plan Board of Trustees, appointing members to the Economic Development Commission, and a supplemental appropriation for the Department of Public Works Road Division to fund asphalt overlay work. The appropriations resolution seeks additional General Fund money for the road project. The meeting also includes routine items such as presentations, a legislative agenda review, and a council manager report.

• Resolution No. 04-2026: Appointment to Public Safety Plan Board of Trustees (Stephen Brownhill, Colin Shaw)
• Resolution No. 02-2026: Appointment to Economic Development Commission (multiple members listed)
• Resolution No. 03-2026: Supplemental appropriation for General Fund balance for Department of Public Works Road Division – Asphalt Overlay

The council approved the minutes of the January 20, 2026 work session by unanimous vote. Three resolutions were introduced—appointments to the Public Safety Plan Board and Economic Development Commission, and a supplemental appropriation for about 10 miles of road asphalt overlay—but no vote outcomes were recorded. The work session was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved Jan 20, 2026 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session (motion passed)

General

The Board of Appeals will review several special exception applications, including requests to operate a home occupation, a private club, a cemetery, a festival venue, and a manufactured home for agricultural help. It will also consider a variance request to reduce a side‑yard setback. All items are scheduled for decision at this meeting.

• Special exception for Aaron & Courtney Moon to operate a home occupation at 148 Country Side Loop, Elkton (NAR zone).
• Special exception for Donna & Thomas Rynes to operate a private club at 255 Linton Run Road, Port Deposit (RR zone).
• Special exception for Henry & Katie Lapp to operate a cemetery at 845 Warburton Road, Elkton (NAR zone).
• Special exception renewal for Cecil County Dragway, LLC to hold festivals/events at 1916 Theodore Road, Rising Sun (NAR zone) – postponed to March.
• Variance request by Stanley Watson for a 6‑ft side‑yard setback reduction at 25 S. Leslie Road, North East (MH zone).

Liquor Board

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session featuring presentations from the Paris Foundation and the Upper Shore Regional Council. The meeting also includes a state legislative update and a report from the Council Manager.

• Update from Paris Foundation Executive Director Mike Brandon and Board President Bob Imperatrice
• Update from Upper Shore Regional Council Executive Director Susan O'Neill
• State Legislative Update
• Council Manager Report

Board of Appeals

Planning Commission

The Cecil County Planning Commission will first approve the meeting minutes and note that no subdivision applications were received. The commission will then review five special exception applications: a home occupation at 148 Country Side Loop, a private club at 255 Linton Run Road, a cemetery at 845 Warburton Road, a festival/event renewal at 1916 Theodore Road, and a manufactured home for agricultural help at 383 Mount Zoar Road. After discussion, the commission will adjourn.

• Special exception for a home occupation – 148 Country Side Loop, Elkton (NAR zone).
• Special exception for a private club – 255 Linton Run Road, Port Deposit (RR zone).
• Special exception for a cemetery – 845 Warburton Road, Elkton (NAR zone).
• Special exception renewal for festivals/events – 1916 Theodore Road, Rising Sun (NAR zone).
• Special exception for a single-wide manufactured home – 383 Mount Zoar Road, Conowingo (NAR zone).

The commission approved three special‑exception applications: a two‑year home‑occupation exception for Aaron Moon, a cemetery exception for Henry and Katie Lapp with a required Bufferyard C, and a two‑year manufactured‑home exception for Brenda Wise and Jake Adams. A motion to disapprove the private club exception failed because it lacked a second. The Dragway festival renewal was postponed to the March meeting.

• Approved two‑year special exception for Aaron Moon home occupation (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for cemetery at 845 Warburton Rd with Bufferyard C condition (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year special exception for manufactured home at 383 Mount Zoar Rd (unanimous)
• Motion to disapprove private club exception failed (no second)
• Postponed Dragway festival special‑exception renewal until March meeting
• Approved December meeting minutes as mailed (unanimous)
• No subdivision submittals received
• Adjourned meeting at 9:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will hold its regular meeting and vote to approve the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes the President’s remarks, Director’s and Counsel’s reports, and discussion of old and new business. Public participation is limited to speakers pre‑approved by the president. Part of the meeting may be closed under the Maryland Open Meetings Act.

County Council

The County Council will consider two rezoning applications submitted by EcoWood Resource Group for properties at 0 W Old Philadelphia Road and 760 W Old Philadelphia Road in North East. Both parcels are currently zoned Low Density Residential and the proposal is to rezone them to Employment Mixed Use. The agenda also includes appointments to the Economic Development Commission and the Commission on Aging, a supplemental appropriation for an asphalt overlay project, an amendment to the storm‑water management district code, and two Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments.

• Rezoning of 0 W Old Philadelphia Road (Parcel 0485) from Low Density Residential to Employment Mixed Use (EcoWood Resource Group)
• Rezoning of 760 W Old Philadelphia Road (Parcel 0170) from Low Density Residential to Employment Mixed Use (EcoWood Resource Group)
• Resolution No. 02-2026 appointing members to the Economic Development Commission
• Resolution No. 03-2026 supplemental appropriation for the Department of Public Works Roads Division asphalt overlay
• Bill No. 2025-11 amendment to Chapter 110 (Taxing Districts) for stormwater management facility maintenance districts

The council approved a bill establishing special taxing districts to fund stormwater management facility maintenance. It also confirmed appointments to the Commission on Aging and adopted two school‑budget amendments. Both pending rezoning requests for EcoWood Resource Group were denied.

• Approved Resolution 01-2026 appointing five members to the Commission on Aging (5‑0)
• Approved Bill No. 2025-11 creating special taxing districts for stormwater facility maintenance (5‑0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #143 (5‑0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #144 (5‑0)
• Denied Rezoning File 2025-05 for EcoWood Resource Group (5‑0)
• Denied Rezoning File 2025-06 for EcoWood Resource Group (5‑0)

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will review budget amendments for the county public schools and discuss monthly contract reviews. Council members will consider several resolutions, including appointments to the Economic Development Commission and the Commission on Aging, and a supplemental appropriation for the Department of Public Works road division asphalt overlap. A bill amendment to the county code concerning stormwater management facility maintenance districts will be read. The council will also hear two rezoning proposals by EcoWood Resource Group to change two parcels on Old Philadelphia Road from low‑density residential to employment mixed‑use.

• Resolution No. 03-2026 Supplemental Appropriation for Department of Public Works Road Division asphalt overlap
• Bill No. 2025-11 amendment to Chapter 110 establishing a stormwater management facility maintenance district
• EcoWood Resource Group rezoning of 0 W Old Philadelphia Road (parcel 0485) to Employment Mixed Use
• EcoWood Resource Group rezoning of 760 W Old Philadelphia Road (parcel 0170) to Employment Mixed Use
• Presentation of Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendments #143 and #144

The County Council voted to approve the work‑session minutes from January 6, 2026 with a unanimous vote. No other formal motions were adopted during the meeting. The session included presentations on school budget amendments, county contract reviews, financial updates, and a discussion of the Economic Development Commission appointment.

• Approved minutes of Jan 6, 2026 work session (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review a Strategic Plan Update presented by the Director of Economic Development. The meeting also includes the approval of previous session minutes.

• Strategic Plan Update presentation by Director of Economic Development, Sandra Edwards

General

The Administrative Charging Committee will announce the appointment of Devon Perry. The committee will hold a closed session to review adjudicatory files CCSO 157-2025 and EPD 188-2025, 190-2025, 191-2025. After the closed session, the committee will announce the adjudications. The meeting will also confirm the date of the next meeting.

• Announce appointment of Devon Perry
• Closed session to review adjudicatory file CCSO 157-2025
• Closed session to review adjudicatory file EPD 188-2025
• Closed session to review adjudicatory file EPD 190-2025
• Closed session to review adjudicatory file EPD 191-2025

General

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board will meet on Jan. 13, 2026. The board will approve minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting and discuss plans for its 2026 meetings, recent complaints, and adjudications. It will also consider the term expiration of a PAB‑appointed ACC member and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 11/18/25 meeting
• Discuss plans for 2026 meetings (LEA invites, format)
• Review complaints received since last meeting
• Review ACC adjudications since last meeting
• Discuss term expiration and appointment/reappointment of PAB‑appointed ACC member

Agriculture Preservation Advisory Board

Cecil County Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee will consider subdivision plans for the Northwoods development (Section 5, Lots 163‑228) on Northwoods Blvd. and a plat for Lot 2 of the Estate of Pearl Philhower on Barksdale Road. Both items are presented as concept or preliminary/final plats prepared by engineering firms and will be discussed by the committee.

• Northwoods, Section 5, Lots 163‑228 – concept plat on Northwoods Blvd. (Carpenter Engineering, LLC)
• Estate of Pearl Philhower, Lot 2 – preliminary/final plat on Barksdale Road (McCrone, Inc.)

Economic Development Commission

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will consider an amendment to the stormwater management facility tax district (Bill No. 2025-11). It will also hold a public hearing on two rezoning applications by EcoWood Resource Group, LLC to change properties at 0 W Old Philadelphia Road and 760 W Old Philadelphia Road from Low Density Residential to Employment Mixed Use. Several resolutions will be reviewed, including the Nuisance Flooding Plan 2025‑2030 and appointments to county commissions.

• Bill No. 2025-11 – amendment to Cecil County Code Chapter 110 (Stormwater Management Facility Maintenance Districts)
• File 2025-05 – EcoWood Resource Group rezoning of 0 W Old Philadelphia Road, NE, MD from LDR to EMU
• File 2025-06 – EcoWood Resource Group rezoning of 760 W Old Philadelphia Road, NE, MD from LDR to EMU
• Resolution No. 81-2025 – approval of Nuisance Flooding Plan 2025‑2030 (tabled Dec. 16, 2025)
• Resolution No. 01-2026 – appointment to the Commission on Aging

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold public hearings regarding two zoning requests for EcoWood Resource Group, LLC and an amendment to the stormwater management facility maintenance code. The body will also consider the approval of the Nuisance Flooding Plan 2025-2030.

• Public hearing for Bill No. 2025-11 regarding Stormwater Management Facility Maintenance Districts
• Zoning request for 0 W Old Philadelphia Road: Low Density Residential to Employment Mixed Use
• Zoning request for 760 W Old Philadelphia Road: Low Density Residential to Employment Mixed Use
• Resolution No. 81-2025: Approval of Nuisance Flooding Plan 2025-2030
• Resolution No. 01-2026: Appointments to the Commission on Aging