Cecil County public meetings in 2022

County Council

This is a procedural work session. The council will approve prior meeting minutes, review the legislative agenda, hear a council manager report, and discuss council member items. No specific legislation, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of December 13, 2022 work session minutes
• Review of legislative agenda
• Council manager report
• Council member items

The Council approved the December 13, 2022, work session minutes. Members discussed the appointment of individuals to the Police Accountability Board and the Community Corrective Action Committee, though a final vote on appointments and compensation was deferred to a later session.

• Approved minutes of the December 13, 2022 work session (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will consider a resolution to approve a $1.5 million loan from the Maryland Economic Development Assistance and Authority Fund to Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems for a facility expansion. The council will also introduce five supplemental appropriations for grant funds covering emergency services, detention center programs, tourism, and food supplies, plus a resolution to adopt the county's updated Hazard Mitigation Plan. Appointments to the new Police Accountability Board are also up for introduction.

• Resolution 61-2022: $1.5M state loan for Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems expansion (vote)
• Resolution 66-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Domestic Violence Program/The Bridge grant funds (introduction)
• Resolution 67-2022: Approval of Cecil County Hazard Mitigation Plan 2022 update (introduction)
• Resolution 70-2022: Appointments to the Police Accountability Board (7 members) (introduction)
• Resolution 65-2022: Supplemental appropriation for food and supplies in Community Services (vote)

The Council unanimously approved a loan for Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems, Inc. to expand manufacturing capabilities. Several grant-funded supplemental appropriations for emergency services, the detention center, tourism, and community services were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 61-2022 endorsing a loan for Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 62-2022 for $9,026.15 grant for emergency services laptops (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 63-2022 for $552,960 grant for detention center medication supported recovery (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 64-2022 for $10,000 grant for 'Winter Lights-Cecil Nights' marketing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 65-2022 for $15,686 grant for community services food and supplies (5-0)
• Approved legislative agenda of December 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 6, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. Members and staff discussed operational improvements for future elections, including training for judges and ballot drop box security. The Board also noted the appointment of Bradley Moore as Board Counsel.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation from MDOT on the Belvidere Road Interchange and a quarterly update from the Finance Department. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and council member items.

• MDOT update on Belvidere Road Interchange by Melissa C. Bogdan
• Finance Department quarterly update by Shon McCollum
• Approval of December 6, 2022 work session minutes

The Council approved the minutes from the December 6, 2022, work session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on the Belvidere Road Interchange project and a quarterly financial report.

• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2022 work session (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022, meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports regarding public health updates, agricultural grants, and tourism initiatives.

• Approved November 2, 2022, meeting minutes

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2024 departmental budget, appoint a President and Vice President, and make appointments to boards. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, review of the 2023 council calendar, and discussion of the legislative agenda. This is a procedural meeting with no final votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of Council Departmental Budget FY 2024
• Appointment of Council President and Vice President
• Council appointments to boards
• Review of 2023 Council Calendar
• Review of Legislative Agenda

The Council held elections for its leadership positions for the upcoming term. They also reviewed the 2023 legislative calendar and the FY24 departmental budget request.

• Elected Councilwoman Gregory as President of Council (3-2)
• Elected Councilman Meffley as Vice President of Council (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 25, 2022 work session (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will introduce five resolutions, including a loan for Northrup Grumman Innovation Systems and supplemental appropriations for emergency services laptops, detention center medication support, tourism for Winter Lights Cecil Nights, and food supplies. The council will also confirm William Sorenson as Director of Economic Development and consider a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools. All resolutions are scheduled for a vote on December 20, 2022.

• Resolution 61-2022: Maryland Economic Development Assistance loan for Northrup Grumman Innovation Systems
• Resolution 62-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Emergency Services laptops for protocols
• Resolution 63-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Detention Center medication supported recovery
• Resolution 64-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Tourism Winter Lights Cecil Nights
• Resolution 65-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Community Services food and supplies

The Council confirmed the appointment of William Sorenson and approved a school budget amendment. Five resolutions regarding loans and grant appropriations were introduced for future consideration.

• Appointed William Sorenson as Director of Economic Development (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #104 for $77,554 (5-0)
• Approved legislative agenda of December 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Introduced Resolution 61-2022 for Northrop Grumman loan ($80,000 county contribution)
• Introduced Resolution 62-2022 for $9,026.15 Emergency Services grant
• Introduced Resolution 63-2022 for $552,960 Detention Center grant
• Introduced Resolution 64-2022 for $10,000 Tourism grant

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will consider a new liquor license application for North Bay Liquors, along with approving minutes and discussing specials.

• Application from Pravinaben Chandrakant Patel for a new Class A Beer, Wine & Liquor license at 480 N. Mauldin Avenue, North East

The Board approved a six-month construction extension for Bayheads Brewing Company. A new liquor license application for North Bay Liquors was tabled pending proof of residency. The Board also approved the meeting minutes from October 26th.

• Approved six-month extension for Bayheads Brewing Company, LLC (Unanimous)
• Tabled new Class 'A' Beer, Wine & Liquor license application for North Bay Liquors LLC pending residency documentation (Unanimous)
• Approved October 26th meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks And Recreation Board

The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to approve October minutes and receive informational updates on current and upcoming programs, operations, and projects. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2022
• General update on dozens of youth and adult sports programs
• Operations update: tournament prep, winter park maintenance, facility maintenance
• Project update (no details listed)
• Next meeting: January 17, 2023 at Calvert House

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022, meeting. The session primarily consisted of reports regarding the Maryland 5 Star event, the appointment of Bill Sorenson as OED Director, and a presentation on the Maryland Rural Economic Development Fund.

• Approved October 5, 2022, meeting minutes

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will review applications for two new alcohol beverage licenses and two transfers of existing licenses. The new license requests are from Shree Jee Ganesh, Inc. for a Class A license at 2815 North East Road, and from Lee's River Road LLC for a Class B license at 31 River Road. Transfer applications involve Dost Matori Group LLC for a Class B license at 2360 Pulaski Highway and Skipjack Cove Partners LLC for a Class B license at 150 Skipjack Road. The board will also handle routine business including minutes approval and specials.

• New Class A Beer, Wine & Liquor license application for Shree Jee Ganesh, Inc. at 2815 North East Road
• New Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor license application for Lee's River Road LLC at 31 River Road
• Transfer of Class B license B-15 from EMK Investments to Dost Matori Group LLC at 2360 Pulaski Highway
• Transfer of Class B license B-3 from Skipjack Marina Corporation to Skipjack Cove Partners LLC at 150 Skipjack Road

The Board of License Commissioners approved two new alcohol beverage licenses for businesses in North East and Perryville. The Board also approved the transfer of two existing Class B licenses in North East and Georgetown.

• Approved new Class A Beer, Wine & Liquor license for Shree Jee Ganesh, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved new Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor license for Captain Lee’s Restaurant, conditioned on a six-month status report and dissolution of current license (unanimous)
• Approved Class B license transfer to Dost Matori Group LLC, conditioned upon settlement (unanimous)
• Approved Class B license transfer to Skipjack Cove Partners, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to discuss an update on the Police Accountability Board and a presentation from the Economic Development Director. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and council member reports.

• Presentation by Economic Development Director-designee William Sorenson
• Discussion of Police Accountability Board update
• Approval of October 18, 2022 work session minutes

The Council held a closed session to review applicant scoring and vote on the final selection for the Council Manager position. The Council also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022, work session. Other items included an introduction of the nominated Director of Economic Development and an update on the Police Accountability Board.

• Selected final candidate for Council Manager (vote held in closed session)
• Approved minutes of the October 18, 2022 work session (4-0)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to receive a presentation from the library director and review the legislative agenda. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, a council manager report, and council member items. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation: Cecil County Public Library update by Director Morgan Miller
• Review of legislative agenda
• Approval of October 11, 2022 work session and closed session minutes

Parks And Recreation Board

The Cecil County Parks and Recreation Board will meet to receive informational updates on upcoming programs (including youth sports, pickleball, and lacrosse), general park and facility maintenance, and project status. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Upcoming programs list includes 6v6 High School Soccer, Basketball leagues, Pickleball, Lacrosse, Zumba, and youth kickball
• Operations Division report covers field prep for tournaments, general park maintenance, and facility maintenance
• Public comment and board comments are on the agenda

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 60-2022 to annex land west of Chesapeake Blvd in Elkton with a zoning designation. They will also consider resolutions on police accountability grant funding, a parks dredge survey, an IAFF agreement for public safety professionals, and a floodplain zoning ordinance amendment. Proclamations will honor the Teacher of the Year, 4-H projects, White Cane Awareness Month, and Sheilagh's Pantry.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 60-2022: Annexation of land west of Chesapeake Blvd, Elkton, with zoning designation
• Resolution 56-2022: Supplemental appropriation of grant funds for Law Enforcement Police Accountability
• Resolution 57-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Parks and Recreation Elk River Dredge Survey
• Resolution 58-2022: Approval of IAFF Agreement for Public Safety Professionals
• Bill 2022-12: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Floodplain District (final reading)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to discuss the preliminary Council Department Budget for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes a report from the Council Manager and the approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Preliminary Council Department Budget - FY 2024
• Approval of October 4, 2022 Work Session and Closed Session minutes
• Approval of October 5, 2022 Closed Session minutes

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review its legislative agenda and receive a report from the Council Manager. The meeting includes a presentation from BGE External Affairs Manager Dytonia Reed, Esq.

• Update presentation from BGE External Affairs Manager Dytonia Reed, Esq.
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report

County Council

The County Council is conducting public hearings on a zoning ordinance amendment for the Floodplain District and policies for rezoning cases. The body is also introducing several resolutions regarding grant funds, land preservation, and an annexation in the Town of Elkton.

• Public hearing: Bill No. 2022-12 Amendment-Zoning Ordinance-Floodplain District
• Public hearing: Resolution No. 52-2022 Amendment-Policies and Procedures of the Cecil County Council- Rezoning Cases
• Resolution No. 60-2022 Annexation-Town of Elkton- West of Chesapeake Blvd-Zoning Designation
• Resolution No. 56-2022 Supplemental Appropriation for Law Enforcement Police Accountability grant funds
• Resolution No. 57-2022 Supplemental Appropriation for Parks and Recreation Elk River Dredge Survey grant funds

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners is reviewing several liquor license matters. These include a request for license reclassification, a new Class "B" license application, and a request to modify premises.

• Reclassification of Class "D" BWL No. D-110 to Class "B" for Maryland Beer Co, LLC at 601 N. Bridge Street, Elkton
• New Class "B" BWL application for Bog Turtle Brewery LLC (T/A Hatchers On Main) at 9 E. Main Street, Rising Sun
• Modification of alcoholic beverages license premises for Sushi House, LLC (T/A Johnny's Sushi House) at 5412 Pulaski Highway, Perryville
• Violation discussion regarding minors in areas where alcohol is manufactured or sold

County Council

The Council will hear a presentation regarding Cecil Cares Day and discuss the 2023 calendar. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters or legal advice.

• Presentation: Cecil Cares Day by Krista Gilmore
• Discussion: 2023 Calendar
• Closed Session: Personnel matters and legal counsel

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to discuss a proposal for the North East Middle/High School. The meeting also includes a review of the legislative agenda and a report from the Council Manager.

• Presentation on proposed North East Middle/High School by School Superintendent Dr. Jeff Lawson
• Review of Legislative Agenda

Parks And Recreation Board

The board will receive updates on upcoming seasonal programs and park maintenance operations. A closed session is scheduled for the annual election of the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.

• Updates on upcoming youth and adult sports programs
• Operations update including field prep and tree removal
• Maintenance of Calvert/Brantwood Disc Golf Course
• Annual elections for Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary

County Council

The Cecil County Council is meeting to consider a rezoning request and a budget amendment for public schools. The body will also vote on appointments to the Economic Development Commission and the Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors.

• Rezoning of 0.423 acres at 9 Lewisville Road from Northern Agricultural Residential to Business Local
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #102
• Resolution No. 53-2022: Appointment to Bainbridge Development Corporation Board of Directors
• Resolution No. 54-2022: Appointment of Kimberly Justus to Economic Development Commission

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to receive a financial report from Finance Director James Appel. The body will also discuss legislative initiatives and review the legislative agenda.

• Financial Report presentation by Finance Director James Appel
• Discussion of legislative initiatives
• Review of legislative agenda
• Closed session regarding personnel matters and legal advice

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a property in Elkton. The body is also considering resolutions for a franchise agreement and supplemental appropriations for public works projects.

• Public hearing for rezoning 0.432 acres from Northern Agricultural Residential to Business Local at 9 Lewisville Road
• Resolution No. 46-2022: Franchise Agreement with Breezeline
• Resolution No. 50-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Public Schools Stormwater Retrofit Project
• Resolution No. 51-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Belvidere Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Bill No. 2022-11: Tax Credit for Sworn Officers

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to discuss legislative initiatives and receive a presentation from the Paris Foundation. The body will review council policies and procedures regarding rezoning and specific appointments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters.

• Presentation by Mike Brandon, Executive Director of Paris Foundation
• Discussion on Rezoning - Council Policies and Procedures
• Discussion on Bainbridge Development Corporation - Port Deposit Appointment
• Discussion on membership for Core Service Agency and Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council
• Discussion on Council Attorney Authorized Representative

County Council

The County Council will conduct a work session including a review of the legislative agenda and a report from the Council Manager. A closed session is scheduled to discuss specific personnel matters.

• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

County Council

The Cecil County Council is meeting to consider resolutions regarding infrastructure and franchise agreements. The body will also hold public hearings on a tax credit for sworn officers and a franchise agreement with Breezline.

• Resolution No. 41-2022: Master Water and Sewer Plan for Elkton West and Route 40 Corridor (Triumph Industrial Park)
• Resolution No. 45-2022: Franchise Agreement with Armstrong Cable Television
• Resolution No. 49-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Board of Education Safe and Secure School Entrances
• Bill No. 2022-10: Supplemental Appropriation for Courtroom No. 3 and Courthouse Parking Lot
• Public hearing on Bill No. 2022-11 regarding tax credits for sworn officers

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting public hearings on a water and sewer plan and a cable franchise agreement. The body is also considering supplemental appropriations for broadband expansion and a turf field at Rising Sun High School.

• Public hearing: Resolution No. 41-2022 Master Water and Sewer Plan for Elkton West and Route 40 Business Corridor-Triumph Industrial Park
• Public hearing: Resolution No. 45-2022 Franchise Agreement for Armstrong Cable Television
• Consideration: Resolution No. 47-2022 Supplemental Appropriation for Broadband Expansion matching funds
• Consideration: Resolution No. 48-2022 Supplemental Appropriation for Rising Sun High School turf field
• Final reading: Bill No. 2022-09 regarding Volunteer Fire Companies emergency services expenses reimbursement

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Cecil County Ethics Commission is meeting to conduct business in open session. The primary item for consideration is the review and approval of CY2021 Form 1, Form 2, and AOU with schedules.

• Review and approval of CY2021 Form 1/Form 2/AOU w/ Schedules

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session meeting at the County Administration Building. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a review of the legislative agenda.

• Approval of July 5, 2022 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report

Parks And Recreation Board

The Board will review updates regarding the Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation. The meeting includes reports on upcoming recreational programs and operations division tasks such as park maintenance and storm clean up.

• Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation update
• Upcoming seasonal programs including soccer, football, field hockey, and tennis
• Operations updates for tournament prep, storm clean up, and Calvert Disc Golf Course maintenance
• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several supplemental appropriations for broadband expansion, parks, and recreation. The meeting includes a public hearing on fire company expense reimbursements and the introduction of new tax credit and franchise agreement items.

• Public hearing: Bill No. 2022-09 regarding Fire Companies Volunteer- Emergency Services Expenses- Reimbursement
• Introduction: Bill No. 2022-11 regarding Tax Credit for Sworn Officers
• Introduction: Resolution No. 46-2022 regarding a Breezeline franchise agreement
• Introduction: Resolution No. 47-2022 regarding broadband expansion matching funds
• Introduction: Resolution No. 48-2022 regarding Rising Sun High School turf field grant funds

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session meeting at the County Administration Building. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a review of the legislative agenda.

• Approval of June 28, 2022 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report

County Council

The County Council is holding a legislative session to conduct public hearings and introduce several new bills and resolutions. Items include supplemental appropriations for the courthouse parking lot, police accountability, and broadband expansion.

• Public hearing for Bill No. 2022-07 regarding Courthouse Parking Lot supplemental appropriation
• Public hearing for Bill No. 2022-08 to establish a Police Accountability Board
• Introduction of Bill No. 2022-10 regarding Circuit Court-Courthouse Parking Lot budget transfer
• Resolution No. 41-2022 regarding the Master Water and Sewer Plan for Elkton West and Route 40 Business Corridor
• Resolution No. 45-2022 regarding a franchise agreement for Armstrong Cable Television

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners will consider a new Class "D" license application for Elkton Music Hall. The meeting also includes an extension request for Taco Master & Bar and discussions regarding alcohol sales violations.

• New Class "D" Beer, Wine & Liquor license application for Elkton Music Hall, 107 North Street, Elkton
• Extension request for Class "B" license at Taco Master & Bar, 239 South Bridge Street, Unit 5, Elkton
• Underage sales violation: Granite Run Taproom, 26 S. Main Street, Port Deposit
• Sales of unpurchased alcohol violation: Stuffer's Restaurant, 1005 Elk Mills Road, Elkton

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to discuss three specific bills and receive administrative updates. The session includes presentations on the 2022 primary election and the county heroin program.

• Discussion of Bill No. 2022-08 regarding Police Accountability
• Discussion of Bill No. 2022-09 regarding Fire Companies Volunteer Emergency Services Expenses Reimbursement
• Discussion of Bill No. 2022-06 regarding Residential Noise Ordinance
• Presentation on 2022 Primary Election Update by Election Director Doug Walker
• Presentation on Heroin Program Update by Heroin Coordinator Bob Cameron

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to discuss revisions to the Council's policies and procedures regarding the rezoning process. The body will also review its legislative agenda and receive a report from the Council Manager.

• Discussion on revision of Council Policies and Procedures for the Rezoning Process
• Review of Legislative Agenda

Parks And Recreation Board

The board will review minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes updates regarding Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation and various upcoming seasonal programs and operations.

• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on upcoming youth and adult sports programs
• Operations update including park maintenance and mulching
• Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation update

County Council

The Council will consider several resolutions regarding grant funds for the Liquor Board and Solid Waste Division. The agenda also includes a discussion of an executive veto regarding the residential noise ordinance and a public school budget amendment.

• Bill No. 2022-09: Fire Companies Volunteer-Emergency Services Expenses- Reimbursement
• Resolution No. 37-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Youth Empowerment Source-Drug Free Cecil
• Resolution No. 38-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Solid Waste Division Scrap Tire Event
• Resolution No. 39-2022: Appointment of Norman Anderson to the Board of Appeals
• Resolution No. 40-2022: Appointment of Leslie Cheyney to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to receive presentations on local development and police oversight. The meeting includes a discussion on Bill No. 2022-08 regarding the Police Accountability Board.

• Presentation by Bainbridge Development Corporation
• Presentation on Bill No. 2022-08 (Police Accountability Board)

County Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The council is scheduled to review the legislative agenda and receive reports from the Council Manager and Council Members.

• Approval of May 24, 2022 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report

County Council

The County Council is meeting to consider the FY 23 annual budget, the FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan, and the adoption of real and personal property tax rates. The body will also consider several charter amendments and a residential noise ordinance.

• Resolution No. 27-2022: Adoption of Real Property and Personal Property Tax Rates- FY 23
• Bill No. 2022-05: Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance- FY 23
• Bill No. 2022-04: Capital Improvement Plan- FY 2023-2027
• Bill No. 2022-06: Residential Noise Ordinance
• Charter amendments regarding Council vacancies, the Redistricting Commission, the County Executive vacancy, the Ethics Commission, and contract review

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners will consider a change of mode of operation for Buck’s Restaurant & Tavern and a new Class "D" license for Elkton Music Hall. The meeting also includes hearings regarding violations for underage alcohol sales at four different establishments.

• Change of mode of operation: Buck’s Restaurant & Tavern, 314 East Main Street, Rising Sun
• New Class "D" Beer, Wine & Liquor License: Elkton Music Hall, 107 North Street, Elkton
• Underage sale violation: Bayview Liquors, 3135 Joseph Biggs Highway, North East
• Underage sale violation: Jayco Liquors, Inc., 1101 E. Pulaski Highway, Elkton
• Underage sale violation: Chrome Liquors, 221 West Main Street, Rising Sun

County Council

The County Council is meeting to conduct work session deliberations regarding the FY2023 budget. The agenda includes consideration of budget amendments and a report from the Council Manager.

• FY2023 Budget Deliberations
• Consideration of Budget Amendments

County Council

The County Council is conducting public hearings on a residential noise ordinance and five charter amendments. The body is also considering appointments and a budget amendment for public schools.

• Public hearing on Bill No. 2022-06 Residential Noise Ordinance
• Public hearings on Charter Amendments regarding Council and Executive vacancies, Redistricting Commission, Ethics Commission, and Council Review of Contracts
• Final reading of Bill No. 2022-03 Agricultural Land Preservation District for Jeffrey S. and Stacey A. Coale
• Resolution No. 35-2022 Supplemental Appropriation for Stoney Run Dredge Material Placement Site
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #98

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session following a budget hearing. The agenda includes the approval of previous minutes and presentations from the Department of Social Services and the Council Manager.

• Approval of April 26, 2022 Work Session minutes
• Presentation of Proclamations/Certificates for Troops #22, #131, #231, #302, #443, and #555
• Department of Social Services update by Director Lisa Beeman
• Council Manager Report

County Council

The Cecil County Council is meeting to hold a public hearing on an agricultural land preservation bill and consider a rezoning request. The body will also review the appointment of an Acting Director of Administration.

• Public hearing: Bill No. 2022-03 Agricultural Land Preservation District for Jeffrey S. and Stacey A. Coale
• Resolution No. 33-2022: Appointment of Steven Overbay as Acting Director of Administration
• Rezoning request: File #2022-02 to change .42 and .23 acres from Business Local (BL) to Business General (BG) at 712 Craigtown Road

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Commission will review and approve minutes from the February 7, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes reviewing advance opinions in closed session and addressing noncompliant disclosure reviews for 2019/2020 boards and commissions.

• Review and approve February 7, 2022 minutes
• Discuss findings for Advance Opinions AO21-001 and AO21-002
• Review and approve Advance Opinions AO21-003, AO21-004, AO21-005, and AO22-001
• Review and approve 2019/2020 Boards/Commissions Noncompliant Disclosure responses
• Discuss and approve rescinding banning letters for 2019/2020 Boards/Commissions

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners will consider several liquor license applications. These include two license transfers and one request for a new Class 'GC' license.

• Transfer of Class 'A' Beer, Wine & Liquor License No. A-51 for Bayview Liquors
• New Class 'GC' alcoholic beverages license application for Patriots Glen Golf Course, LLC
• Transfer of Class 'A' Beer, Wine & Liquor License No. A-54 for Elkton Liquor Emporium

Parks And Recreation Board

The board is receiving updates on current and summer recreational programs. The meeting also includes progress reports on operations and specific park projects.

• Update on Sensory Playground project
• Update on Pickleball Courts project
• Update on Route 7 DMP Site project
• Update on EHS Field project
• Update on Cecil Arena Siding project

County Council

The Council will hear a presentation regarding the 2021 Annual Report of the Land Use and Development Services Department. Discussion items include a letter of support for the replacement of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and the Port of Deposit Historical State Park.

• Presentation: 2021 Annual Report of the Land Use and Development Services Department
• Discussion: Replacement of Chesapeake Bay Bridge
• Discussion: Port of Deposit Historical State Park

County Council

The County Council is holding a public hearing for a rezoning request at 712 Craigtown Road. The session also includes the introduction of several charter amendments and the consideration of multiple board appointments.

• Public hearing for rezoning 0.42 and .23 acres from Business Local to Business General at 712 Craigtown Road
• Introduction of Bill No. 2022-06 Residential Noise Ordinance
• Introduction of five Charter Amendment resolutions regarding vacancies, redistricting, ethics, and contract review
• Consideration of appointments for the Property Tax Assessment Appeal Board, Commission on Women, Weed Control Advisory Board, Department of Social Services Board, and Economic Development Commission
• Final reading of Bill No. 2022-02 Agricultural Land Preservation District regarding Preston Farm

County Council

The Council will hold a work session meeting at the County Administration Building. The agenda includes a state legislative update and a review of the 2022 Council Legislative Calendar.

• Budget Hearing at 4:30 PM
• State Legislative Update by Vice President Gregory
• Review of 2022 Council Legislative Calendar

County Council

The County Council is introducing the FY 2023 Annual Budget, Appropriation Ordinance, and Capital Improvement Program. The session also includes a public hearing for agricultural land preservation and several resolutions regarding board appointments and supplemental appropriations.

• Public Hearing: Bill No. 2022-02 Agricultural Land Preservation District (Preston Farm)
• Introduction: Bill No. 2022-04 Capital Improvement Program - FY 2023
• Introduction: Bill No. 2022-05 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance - FY 2023
• Resolution 12-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Elkton High School Stadium and Field
• Resolution 13-2022: Supplemental appropriation for Pickle Ball Court and Sensory Playground

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners is meeting to review applications for alcoholic beverage licenses. The board will consider one new license request and one license transfer.

• New Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor license application for Our Place at The Bottom of The Hill at 325 W. Main Street, Rising Sun
• Transfer of Class A Beer, Wine & Liquor license No. A-54 for Elkton Liquor Emporium at 157 Big Elk Mall, Elkton

County Council

The County Council is holding an emergency legislative session. The body will consider the reconsideration of a resolution regarding budget transfers and supplemental appropriations.

• Resolution No. 09-2022: Supplemental Appropriation and Budget Transfer for Debt Service, Salaries, and Fringe Benefits

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss questions regarding the FY 2022 Budget. The meeting also includes a presentation from Maryland Environmental Services and discussions on charter amendments and state legislative updates.

• Presentation by Maryland Environmental Services
• Discussion of FY 2022 Budget Questions
• Discussion of Charter Amendments
• State Legislative Update

County Council

The County Council is conducting public hearings on a supplemental appropriation for a Health Department roof replacement and an Enterprise Zone expansion. The body is also introducing several grant-funded appropriations for parks, community services, and animal services, as well as various board appointments.

• Public hearing: Bill No. 2022-01 for Health Department roof replacement
• Public hearing: Resolution No. 07-2022 for Enterprise Zone Expansion
• Proposed grant funds for Elkton High School Stadium and Fields (Res. 12-2022)
• Proposed grant funds for Pickle Ball Court and Sensory Playground (Res. 13-2022)
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #96

Parks And Recreation Board

The board will receive updates on spring program registrations and operations division maintenance tasks. The meeting also includes updates on several ongoing projects.

• Spring program registration counts
• Operations including field preparation and park maintenance
• Sensory Playground project update
• Pickleball Courts project update
• Route 7 DMP Site and EHS Turf Field project updates

County Council

The County Council is meeting for a work session to receive updates from the public schools and public library. Members will also discuss charter amendments, state legislation, and the budget hearing schedule.

• Presentation from School Superintendent Dr. Jeff Lawson
• Presentation from Library Director Morgan Miller
• Discussion on Charter Amendments
• Discussion on Budget Hearing Schedule
• Review of Legislative Agenda

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session featuring presentations on the 2022 election and state grant awards for Parks and Recreation. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Charter Amendments.

• 2022 Election Update presentation
• State Grant Awards to Parks and Recreation presentation
• Discussion of Charter Amendments

County Council

The Council will consider several supplemental appropriations for road maintenance, community services, and solid waste management. The meeting also includes the introduction of a bill regarding agricultural land preservation at Preston Farm.

• Bill No. 2022-02: Agricultural Land Preservation District- Marybeth and William Preston- Preston Farm
• Resolution No. 04-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for DPW Roads Division-Road Maintenance and Repair
• Resolution No. 05-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Community Services- The Bridge and Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center
• Resolution No. 06-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Community Services- Trauma and Substance Use
• Resolution No. 08-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Solid Waste Management DPW-Agricultural Tire Collection

County Council

The County Council will meet to review the legislative agenda and receive a presentation from the State Highway Administration. The meeting also includes discussions regarding charter amendments.

• Presentation by Ken Fender, State Highway Administration District Engineer
• Discussion of Charter Amendments
• Review of Legislative Agenda

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners is meeting to consider two applications for the transfer of Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor licenses. The board will also address a violation and hear public concerns.

• License transfer application for Prime Waterfront, 11 Bohemia Avenue, Chesapeake City
• License transfer application for Buck’s Restaurant & Tavern, 314 East Main Street, Rising Sun
• Violation review for Fletchwood Tavern, 208 Fletchwood Road, Elkton

County Council

The County Council will meet for a work session featuring presentations from Cecil College and Delmarva Power. The agenda also includes a state legislative update and a report from the Council Manager.

• Cecil College Budget Planning Procedure presentation
• Delmarva Power presentation
• State Legislative Update discussion

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review charter amendments and receive updates on state legislation. The meeting includes presentations from the EMS Advisory Board, CASA of Cecil County, and the Cecil Pregnancy Center.

• EMS Advisory Board update from Wayne Tome and Jeffrey Hennemuth
• Presentations from CASA of Cecil County and Cecil Pregnancy Center
• Discussion on State Legislation Update by Vice President Gregory
• Discussion regarding Charter Amendments
• Review of Legislative Agenda

Parks And Recreation Board

The board will receive updates on community partnerships and the Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation. The meeting includes reports on seasonal recreational programs, facility rentals, tournament schedules, and park operations.

• Community Partnerships update from Fair Hill Nature Center
• Updates on winter and spring recreational programming
• Facility rental updates for various turf fields and community centers
• Tournament schedule review for June, July, and August
• Park operations report including maintenance and upcoming projects

County Council

The County Council is introducing multiple bills and resolutions regarding supplemental appropriations for the Health Department, DPW Roads Division, and community services. The council will also consider appointments to the Board of Library Trustees and the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board.

• Bill No. 2022-01: Supplemental Appropriation for Health Department roof replacement
• Resolution No. 04-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for DPW Roads Division maintenance and repair
• Resolution No. 05-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for The Bridge and Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center
• Resolution No. 06-2022: Supplemental Appropriation for Trauma and Substance Use
• Resolution No. 07-2022: Enterprise Zone Expansion application

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2023 budget and charter amendments. The meeting includes presentations from the Sheriff's Office, CASA of Cecil County, and the Cecil Pregnancy Center.

• FY 2023 Proposed Council Budget discussion
• Charter Amendments discussion
• Presentation by Sheriff Scott Adams
• Presentations by Guilia Hodge and Vicki Karschner (CASA of Cecil County and Cecil Pregnancy Center)
• State Legislative Update from Vice President Gregory

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Commission will review the November 8, 2021, minutes and discuss noncompliant responses from 2019/2020 boards and commissions. The agenda also includes an update on financial disclosure forms and electronic filing.

• Review of 2019/2020 Boards/Commissions Noncompliant Responses
• Update on Financial Disclosure Forms and Electronic Filing

County Council

The County Council is meeting for a work session to receive a presentation from Cecil College. The body will also review its legislative agenda and receive a Council Manager report.

• Presentation from Cecil College by Dr. Mary Way Bolt
• Review of Legislative Agenda

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several rezoning requests to change property from residential or agricultural use to light industrial. The meeting also includes a final reading of an amendment regarding backyard chickens.

• Rezoning 0.5924 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Rural Residential to Light Industrial
• Rezoning 0.7 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Northern Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial
• Rezoning 7.29 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Northern Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial
• Final reading of Bill No. 2016-16 regarding backyard chicken zoning amendments
• Appointment of Shirley Simmons-McCrary to the Board of Library Trustees

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners is meeting to consider liquor license transfers and a new license application. The board will also review a management agreement and a request for an extension.

• New Class B license application for Willow & Oak Catering Co LLC at 1316 Singerly Road
• License transfer for Forge Restaurant Group Inc. at 472 Mauldin Avenue
• License transfer for Perryville Sport Bar & Grille LLC at 648 Broad Street
• Management agreement request for Buck's Restaurant & Tavern at 314 E. Main Street
• Extension request for EMK Investments, LLC at 2360 Pulaski Highway

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY2023 departmental budget. The agenda also includes a presentation on broadband expansion and discussions regarding membership dues and backyard chicken amendments.

• Broadband Expansion presentation by Choptank Electric Cooperative
• Discussion of Clean Chesapeake Coalition FY2022 membership dues
• Discussion of Council Departmental Proposed Budget FY2023
• Discussion of Bill No. 2021-16 Backyard Chickens amendments

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to review its legislative agenda and receive a report from the Council Manager. The meeting includes a presentation from the Cecil County Arts Council.

• Presentation by Annemarie Hamilton of the Cecil County Arts Council
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Managers Report

Parks And Recreation Board

The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to approve minutes from November 16, 2021. The agenda includes informational updates regarding the budget, Program Open Space, and the Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation.

• Approval of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Budget update
• Program Open Space update
• Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation update

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting public hearings for three rezoning requests at 109-111 Providence Road. The body is also reviewing a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools and a resolution for a library trustee appointment.

• Public hearing: File #2021-06 to rezone 0.5924 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Rural Residential to Light Industrial
• Public hearing: File #2021-07 to rezone 0.7 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Northern Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial
• Public hearing: File #2021-08 to rezone 7.29 acres at 109-111 Providence Road from Northern Agricultural Residential to Light Industrial
• Public hearing: Bill No. 2021-16 regarding Zoning Ordinance-Animal Husbandry-Backyard Chickens
• New Business: Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #94

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to review presentations and discuss a zoning amendment. The meeting includes updates on federal relief funds and a presentation regarding a specific asphalt plant.

• Presentation on York Building Products Asphalt Plant by James Gawthrop
• Cares Act and American Rescue Plan Act update from Finance Director James Appel and County Attorney Lawrence Scott
• Discussion on Bill No. 2021-16 Amendment regarding Zoning Ordinance-Animal Husbandry-Backyard Chickens

County Council

The County Council is holding a work session to receive presentations on finances, youth services, and public health. The body will also review its legislative agenda and receive a report from the Council Manager.

• First Quarter Financial Projections presentation by Finance Director James Appel
• Youth Empowerment Source update by Beth Creek
• COVID Update by Health Officer Lauren Levy
• Review of Legislative Agenda

County Council

The Cecil County Council will meet to consider several resolutions. These include appointments to the Electrical Examiners Board and supplemental appropriations for agriculture microgrant programs.

• Resolution No. 60-2021: Appointment of Richard LeBrun and Donald Hicks to the Electrical Examiners Board
• Resolution No. 61-2021: Supplemental appropriation for Upper Shore Regional Council Agriculture Microgrant Program
• Resolution No. 62-2021: Supplemental appropriation for MARBIDCO Agriculture Microgrant Program