Cecil County public meetings in 2024

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will review and approve the minutes from the November 26, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a closed session to adjudicate investigatory files and announce the resulting adjudications. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting before adjourning.

• Review & approve minutes from 11/26/24
• Closed session to adjudicate investigatory files
• Announce adjudications from closed session
• Confirm date of next meeting

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections certified the November 2024 election after the canvass concluded on November 15, with 73,142 ballots cast (73.35% turnout). The board approved the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes. A meeting with chief judges was scheduled for January 19, 2025, and the board discussed two incidents at schools involving election judges. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified November 2024 election after canvass (Nov 15)
• Approved September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Scheduled chief judges meeting for January 19, 2025
• Noted two school incidents involving election judges to address before 2026

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will review two applications to transfer alcoholic beverage licenses. One application seeks to transfer a Class “A-59” Beer, Wine & Liquor license for North Bay Liquors at 480 N. Mauldin Avenue, North East. The other seeks to transfer a Class “B-138” Beer, Wine & Liquor license for Casa Mezcal at 1005 A Elk Mills Road, Elkton. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and a public comment period.

• Transfer of Class “A-59” license for North Bay Liquors, 480 N. Mauldin Avenue, North East
• Transfer of Class “B-138” license for Casa Mezcal, 1005 A Elk Mills Road, Elkton
• Approve meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• General business items

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners approved three liquor license transfers (North Bay Liquors, Casa Mezcal, and a change of officer for Elk River Brewing Company), approved a trade name change from Spork Cafe to Legends on Main, and voted to amend local rules to allow individuals to hold more than one Class B or BLX license. The board also discussed but did not vote on drafting a letter opposing grocery store liquor sales.

• Approved transfer of Class A-59 license to North Bay Liquors LLC (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Class B-138 license to Casa Mezcal LLC (unanimous)
• Approved change of officer for Elk River Brewing Company, removing Jessica Carrillo (unanimous)
• Approved trade name change from Spork Cafe to Legends on Main (unanimous)
• Approved rule change allowing interest in more than one Class B or BLX license (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 30, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session will approve the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting, review the legislative agenda, and consider items submitted by council members. The meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2024, 4:30‑6:30 PM at the County Administration Building. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of December 10, 2024 work session minutes
• Review of legislative agenda
• Council member items

The Cecil County Council held a work session reviewing three Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments, introduced a bill for a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) for public safety pensions, and introduced ten resolutions for supplemental appropriations and grant applications. No final votes were taken on these items during the work session; they were scheduled for the legislative session later that day.

• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Reviewed CCPS Budget Amendment #128 ($512,543) - no vote
• Reviewed CCPS Budget Amendment #129 ($1,275,342) - no vote
• Reviewed CCPS Budget Amendment #130 ($308,466) - no vote
• Introduced Bill 2024-24 for DROP pension option - no vote
• Introduced Resolutions 60-2024 through 69-2024 - no vote
• Considered Resolutions 56-2024 through 59-2024 - no vote

Parks And Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review operations, projects, and the existing budget, and discuss the FY26 budget in closed session. The meeting will also include a project update on Brantwood Playground.

• Review of FY26 budget
• Review of existing budget
• Brantwood Playground update
• Operations review
• Project update

County Council

The Cecil County Council will consider 13 resolutions for supplemental appropriations to various departments and a public hearing for a rezoning request.

• Rezoning 7.07 acres from Suburban Transition to Heavy Industrial (Pulaski Highway)
• Supplemental appropriations for Economic Development, IT, and Sheriff's Office grants
• Public hearing for Cecil Transit ARPA funds
• Public hearing for Voice of Hope Recovery Housing grant
• Tabled School Budget Amendments #128 and #129

The Cecil County Council approved a rezoning request for 7.07 acres on Pulaski Highway from Suburban Transition (ST) to Heavy Industrial (M2), with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved several supplemental appropriations, including $100,000 for an economic development study and $50,000 for a new county website, and approved three Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments totaling over $2 million. All other resolutions and bills were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved Rezoning File 2024-01 (7.07 acres ST to M2) (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 56-2024: $25,000 grant for Sheriff's warrant apprehension (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 57-2024: $73,664 cybersecurity grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 58-2024: $100,000 for economic development study (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 59-2024: $50,000 for new county website (5-0)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #128: $512,543 (unanimous)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #129: $1,275,342 (unanimous)
• Approved CCPS Budget Amendment #130: $308,466 (unanimous)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Cecil County Ethics Commission approved sending third and final notices to 47 employees and 14 board members who failed to submit required 2022 ethics forms, with a 30-day warning that names will be forwarded to the County Executive for the no-hire list. The commission also approved sending the State Certification to the County Council and acknowledged an Open Meetings Act violation that has been corrected.

• Approved sending third and final notice to 2022 non-compliant employees and board members (unanimous)
• Approved including 30-day notification in the final letter about no-hire list referral (unanimous)
• Approved sending State Certification to Council (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and June 10, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session on December 10, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation on a Salesforce overview, a monthly review of county contracts under Section 516, and an update on the fund balance. Additional items are a Council Manager report and Council Member items. No formal actions are listed; the meeting is informational.

• Salesforce overview presentation by Sandra Edwards
• Monthly review of county contracts (Section 516)
• Fund balance update
• Council Manager report
• Council Member items

The Cecil County Council held a work session on December 10, 2024, approving the minutes from the December 3 session. They received presentations on Salesforce software and a monthly contract review, and discussed an upcoming fund balance update. No formal policy decisions were made; the session was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 work session (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Cecil County Economic Development Commission approved sending a letter of support for the new administration's $100K request for an Economic Development Strategic Plan, and also agreed to send a letter to Congressman Andy Harris supporting the North East River dredging project. The commission also approved the November 2024 meeting minutes. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved sending letter of support for $100K Strategic Plan request
• Approved sending letter of support to Andy Harris for North East River dredging
• Approved November 2024 meeting minutes

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026 departmental budget and review the legislative agenda. The body will also handle internal appointments for President, Vice President, and board liaisons.

• Discussion of Council Departmental Budget FY 2026
• Appointment of President
• Appointment of Vice President
• Council Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Other Liaisons
• Review of 2025 Council Calendar

The Cecil County Council held a work session on December 3, 2024, where they elected Al Miller as Council President and Robert Meffley as Vice President for the 2024-2026 term. They also reviewed several resolutions for supplemental appropriations, including grants for the Sheriff's Office, cybersecurity, an economic development study, and a new county website. The council tabled two Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments pending further information from the Board of Education.

• Elected Al Miller as Council President for 2024-2026 (5-0)
• Elected Robert Meffley as Council Vice President for 2024-2026 (3-2)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Tabled Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendments #128 and #129
• Reviewed FY26 Council Budget request with no objections
• Reviewed 2025 Council Legislative Calendar with no objections

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application to change 7.07 acres from Suburban Transition to Heavy‑Industrial zoning on the south side of Pulaski Highway. The meeting will also consider four supplemental appropriation resolutions for grant funds and projects, and discuss two school budget amendments. New business includes appointments for several county director positions.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 7.07 acres from Suburban Transition (ST) to Heavy‑Industrial (M2) on SE side of Pulaski Highway, West of North East, MD 21901
• Resolution 56-2024: Supplemental appropriation for Sheriff Office grant funds – Warrant Apprehension
• Resolution 57-2024: Supplemental appropriation for IT Department – State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Resolution 58-2024: Supplemental appropriation for Economic Development Study
• Resolution 59-2024: Supplemental appropriation for development of a new County website

The Cecil County Council approved Daniel E. Schneckenburger as County Administrator (4-1), Keith A. Baynes as County Attorney (3-1, 1 abstention), and unanimously approved Sally Kilby Dulin as Director of Human Resources, Sandra Edwards as Director of Economic Development, and Patrick Campbell as Director of Emergency Services. The Council also tabled two Cecil County Public Schools budget amendments (#128 for $512,543 and #129 for $1,275,342) unanimously. A public hearing was held on a rezoning request for 7.07 acres from Suburban Transition to Heavy Industrial, but no decision was made.

• Approved Daniel E. Schneckenburger as County Administrator (4-1)
• Approved Keith A. Baynes as County Attorney (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved Sally Kilby Dulin as Director of Human Resources (5-0)
• Approved Sandra Edwards as Director of Economic Development (5-0)
• Approved Patrick Campbell as Director of Emergency Services (5-0)
• Tabled Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #128 ($512,543) unanimously
• Tabled Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #129 ($1,275,342) unanimously

Police Accountability Board

The board will approve the agenda, then review and approve the minutes from the September 17 and October 22 meetings. New business includes a review of a complaint summary, a statement from the chairman about ACC, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 9/17/2024
• Approve minutes from 10/22/2024
• Review complaint summary
• Chairman's statement regarding ACC
• Confirm date of next meeting

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and review and approve minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. It will then conduct a closed session to adjudicate investigatory files and announce the outcomes. The committee will also confirm the date of its next meeting before adjourning.

• Review & approve minutes from 10/22/24
• Closed session to adjudicate investigatory files
• Announce adjudications from closed session
• Confirm date of next meeting

Public Safety Pension Board

The Board approved the minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting. Presenters from Empower and Segal Marco Advisors reported strong investment returns and proposed a new fee structure for 2025 that separates investment and administration costs. The Board did not vote on the new fee proposal during this meeting; instead, Empower will request permission to move to a zero-revenue proposal.

• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed proposal for new 2025 fee structure ($427,085 total)
• No vote taken on new fee structure; Empower to request permission for zero-revenue model

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the October 2024 meeting minutes and received reports on election results, the MD 5 Star event, and a detailed update from Christiana Care on new hires and services at the Cecil County campus. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved October 2024 meeting minutes
• Noted election results: Streight (County Executive), Meffley & Branch (County Council), Heath & T. Davis (Board of Ed)
• Heard Christiana Care update on new hires and services at Cecil County campus

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners will review an application to transfer a Class “B” Beer, Wine & Liquor license (No. B-175) from Isabel Hernandez of Spork Café to C4 Hospitality, LLC. The board will also address a postponed transfer application (MD‑241904). Additional agenda items include approving the meeting minutes, public comment, and announcements of upcoming community events.

• Transfer of Class B Beer, Wine & Liquor license No. B-175 to C4 Hospitality, LLC (102 W. Main St., Elkton)
• Postponed transfer application MD‑241904
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comment and specials announcements (Church of the Good Shepherd events and VFW Post 8185 fundraiser)
• General business items (Old Business, New Business)

The Board unanimously approved the transfer of a Class “B” liquor license for the establishment at 102 West Main Street, Elkton. The board also approved the minutes from the September 25, 2024, meeting.

• Approved transfer of Class “B” license B-175 from Isabel Hernandez (Spork Café, LLC) to Jeff Walters, Mike Mullins, and C4 Hospitality, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 25, 2024 (Unanimous)

Parks And Recreation Board

The Board of Parks and Recreation held a routine meeting, approving the adjusted agenda and the September 17, 2024 minutes unanimously. They received updates on programs, the pickleball court project, staffing shortages, and budget timelines. The board then entered a closed session to discuss emergency funding, tournament field rental fees, and program/non-tournament rental fees, and adjourned without any public decisions.

• Approved adjusted agenda to include closed session (unanimous)
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed open session at 6:00 pm (unanimous)
• Opened closed session at 6:01 pm (unanimous)
• Closed closed session and adjourned at 7:05 pm (unanimous)

Police Accountability Board

The board will review and approve the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. It will hear a presentation by Chief Deputy Widdoes of the Cecil County Sheriff's Office. The board will also review a summary of complaints and set the date for its next meeting.

• Review and approve minutes from 9/17/2024
• Presentation by Chief Deputy Widdoes of the CCSO
• Review complaint summary
• Confirm date of next meeting

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes unanimously. Chief Deputy Gerald Widdoes presented the Sheriff's Office annual report, detailing statistics on traffic stops, investigations, vacancies, and overdoses for 2023. The Office of Law provided a summary of complaints submitted since the last meeting. No new policies or disciplinary actions were voted on.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• September 17, 2024 minutes approved unanimously
• Chief Deputy Widdoes presented Sheriff's Office annual report
• Office of Law provided complaint summary to Board
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet in open session to address routine agenda items, including approval of previous minutes. The committee will then enter a closed session to adjudicate investigatory files. After the closed session, the committee will announce the adjudications and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 8/8/24 and 9/17/24
• Closed session to adjudicate investigatory files
• Announce adjudications from closed session
• Confirm date of next meeting

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to approve the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes, review the legislative agenda, receive a report from the Council Manager, and discuss various council items. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 8, 2024 work session minutes
• Review of the legislative agenda
• Council Manager report
• Discussion of council items

The Cecil County Council held a work session to review several resolutions and bills, but no final votes were taken. Key items discussed included a proposed $2.85 million multi-year funding package for the 5 Star event and potential Fair Hill Races, as well as appointments to the Planning Commission, Board of Appeals, and Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board. The council also reviewed amendments to bills related to water service, pension, community reinvestment, and capital projects.

• Approved minutes of October 8, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Reviewed Resolution 49-2024 supporting Maryland Two Fifty Commission
• Reviewed Resolution 50-2024 for Winter Lights Cecil Nights grant ($15,000)
• Reviewed Resolution 51-2024 for Operation Green Light for Veterans, with proposed date amendment
• Reviewed Resolution 52-2024 appointments to Planning Commission
• Reviewed Resolution 53-2024 appointments to Board of Appeals, with proposed amendments
• Reviewed Resolution 54-2024 appointments to Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board
• Reviewed Resolution 55-2024 for 5 Star multi-year contract and Fair Hill Races funding

County Council

The Cecil County Council will consider resolutions supporting veterans and tourism, appoint new members to planning and appeals boards, and approve a multi-year state contract. The body will also take final readings on bills regarding water service expansion, pension amendments, and community reinvestment.

• Resolution No. 49-2024: Support for Maryland Two Fifty Commission
• Resolution No. 50-2024: Supplemental appropriation for Winter Lights Cecil Nights
• Resolution No. 55-2024: Approval of Maryland 5 Star Multi-Year Contract
• Bill No. 2024-16: Extend water service to Wilson Road (tabled)
• Bill No. 2024-21: Establish Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund

The Cecil County Council approved a five-year, $2.85 million contract with the Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland to hold the Maryland 5 Star and Fair Hill Races from 2025 through 2029, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved several resolutions and bills, including appointments to boards, a supplemental appropriation for a tourism marketing campaign, and multiple capital project funding adjustments. All other actions were approved unanimously except the 5 Star contract and Board of Appeals appointments, which passed 3-2.

• Approved $2.85M Maryland 5 Star multi-year contract (3-2)
• Approved Resolution 49-2024 supporting Maryland Two Fifty Commission (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant for Winter Lights Cecil Nights tourism campaign (5-0)
• Approved Operation Green Light for Veterans resolution with amendment (5-0)
• Confirmed Planning Commission appointments (5-0)
• Confirmed Board of Appeals appointments with amendments (3-2)
• Approved Bill 2024-16 extending water service to Wilson Road with amendments (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-23 transferring ARPA and bond funds between capital projects (5-0)

County Council

The County Council is conducting a work session that includes a Board of Health meeting. The session features health updates and a contract update for 5 Star.

• Board of Health presentation on communicable disease, rabies, behavioral health, and community health needs
• 5 Star multi-year contract update

The Cecil County Council held a work session with no substantive votes on policy or funding. They approved an agenda change to move the 5 Star presentation earlier and unanimously approved the minutes from the October 1, 2024 work session. The 5 Star presentation was informational, covering the multi-year contract and potential return of the Fair Hill Races in 2025, with no action taken.

• Approved agenda change to move 5 Star presentation ahead of Board of Health meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 1, 2024 work session (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Cecil County Economic Development Commission met on October 2, 2024, and approved the September 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting featured presentations on the Maryland Department of Commerce's role and an economic impact study of the MD 5 Star event, but no substantive decisions or votes were recorded.

• Approved September 2024 meeting minutes

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session on October 1, 2024. The meeting will approve the minutes from the September 24, 2024 work session, review the legislative agenda, receive a report from the Council Manager, and consider items from council members. No final decisions on policy items are scheduled.

• Approval of September 24, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda

The Cecil County Council held a work session reviewing legislative items, including public hearings for pension amendments, a Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund, and capital improvement program amendments. They also introduced resolutions for appointments, tourism grants, and a multi-year contract for the 5 Star event and Fair Hill Races. No final votes were taken; decisions are scheduled for the legislative session.

• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-20 (pension plan amendment) for public hearing
• Reviewed Bill 2024-21 (Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund) for public hearing
• Reviewed Bill 2024-22 (Child Advocacy Center capital project) for public hearing
• Reviewed Bill 2024-23 (ARPA fund reallocation) for public hearing
• Introduced Resolution 49-2024 (Maryland Two Fifty Commission support)
• Introduced Resolution 50-2024 (Winter Lights Cecil Nights grant)
• Introduced Resolution 55-2024 (5 Star multi-year contract, $2.85M over 5 years)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a public hearing on several bills, including an amendment to the Public Safety Pension Plan (Bill No. 2024-20) and the creation of a Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (Bill No. 2024-21). The council will also consider resolutions for a loan to complete the North East Middle/High School Complex, appointments to various boards, and approval of a Maryland 5‑Star multi‑year contract. After the hearings, the council will move to final reading of two additional bills before adjourning.

• Bill No. 2024-20 – Public Safety Pension Plan amendment (public hearing)
• Bill No. 2024-21 – Establishment of Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (public hearing)
• Bill No. 2024-22 – Supplemental appropriation for Child Advocacy Center (public hearing)
• Resolution No. 55-2024 – Approval of Maryland 5 Star Multi‑Year Contract
• Resolution No. 40-2024 – Authorization of loan to Cecil County Public Schools for North East Middle/High School Complex

The Cecil County Council approved a $41 million interest-free loan to Cecil County Public Schools to complete the North East Middle/High School complex by FY2027, with repayment solely from future State school construction funds. The Council also approved a $2.85 million five-year contract with the Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland for the Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill and Fair Hill Races events, and approved several other resolutions and bills, including appointments and budget amendments.

• Approved $41M interest-free loan to Cecil County Public Schools for North East Middle/High School complex (5-0)
• Approved $2.85M five-year contract with Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland for Maryland 5 Star and Fair Hill Races (introduced, consideration Oct 15)
• Approved Resolution 40-2024 authorizing the school construction loan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 46-2024 appointing Francis D. Peterson Jr. and Andrew Goins to Ethics Commission (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 47-2024 appointing members to Commission on Veterans Affairs (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 48-2024 carrying forward $141,838.97 in VLT Route 40 Revitalization Grant funds (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-18 amending Ethics Commission membership and terms (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-19 accelerating North East Middle/High School construction with $21,579,000 PAYGO in FY2025 (5-0)

Liquor Board

The Cecil County Liquor Board will consider a new Class 'B' alcohol beverage license for the Susquehanna Inn of MD and address a violation for The Golden Mule regarding license display and compliance.

• New Class 'B' alcohol license application for Susquehanna Inn of MD
• License extension request for Captain Ron's
• Violation for The Golden Mule regarding license display
• Approve minutes from a prior meeting
• Special event approvals for Cecil College Foundation and Fair Hill

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners held a hearing regarding alleged alcohol violations at The Golden Mule during a state tax hold, heard a progress report and approved a six-month extension for Captain Ron's, approved the July 31, 2024 meeting minutes, and discussed upcoming special events and meeting date changes.

• Approved a six-month extension for Class B BWL license for Captain Ron's (Warwick Hospitality, Inc.) until March 1, 2025
• Approved the meeting minutes from July 31, 2024
• Voted to combine the November and December meetings into a single meeting on December 18, 2024
• Voted to move into closed session pursuant to sections 3.3.5 subsection 12 and 13 to deliberate on possible violations

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session on September 24, 2024. The meeting will include a presentation of the fourth‑quarter financial report and a monthly review of county contracts under Section 516. Additional items include a report from the Council Manager and items raised by council members. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation of the fourth‑quarter financial report
• Monthly review of county contracts (Section 516)
• Council Manager report
• Council member items

The Cecil County Council held a work session with no substantive votes, approving only the prior meeting's minutes. Officials reviewed the FY24 fourth-quarter financial report, noting revenue exceeded budget by $18.8 million and fund balance grew to $151.7 million, and discussed 11 contracts over $100,000 executed in August. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 work session (3-0, 2 absent)

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting, receive reports from the Director and the Board Counsel, and discuss election preparation including training, legal and administrative matters, and assign polling‑place evaluations. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approval of the August 21, 2024 minutes
• Director’s Report
• Counsel’s Report
• Election preparation – training and L&A
• Polling place evaluations assigned

The Cecil County Board of Elections met and approved the August 21, 2024 minutes. The Board of Canvassers was sworn in for the 2024 General Election, with Stephen Stiles as President and Holcombe Grier as Secretary. The board also convened to vote on an untimely Primary ballot received by mail. Election preparations were discussed, including judge training, ballot mailing, and equipment testing.

• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Swore in Board of Canvassers for 2024 General Election
• Convened Board of Canvassers to vote on untimely Primary ballot
• Amended agenda to move Board of Canvassers oath later in meeting

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on Bill No. 2024-19, an amendment to the FY2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program that would accelerate construction of the North East Middle/High School Complex. The agenda also includes a public hearing on Bill No. 2024-18 to amend ethics provisions in Chapter 39, and a hearing on Resolution No. 40-2024 authorizing a loan to the Cecil County Public Schools for the same school project. Additional items include several supplemental appropriations, appointments, and a budget amendment for the public schools.

• Bill No. 2024-19 – Accelerate North East Middle/High School Complex construction (Capital Improvement Program)
• Bill No. 2024-18 – Ethics amendment to Chapter 39, Sections 39-4 and 39-5
• Resolution No. 40-2024 – Loan to Cecil County Public Schools for North East Middle/High School Complex
• Resolution No. 48-2024 – Supplemental appropriation from Casino Local Impact Fund for Route 40 Revitalization Grant Program
• Bill No. 2024-14 – Construct Bainbridge Outfall (water treatment project)

The Council held public hearings on bills to accelerate construction of the North East Middle/High School complex using $21.6 million in PAYGO funds and to authorize an interest-free loan of up to $41 million to the school board, with final votes scheduled for October 1. The Council also approved several resolutions and bills, including a solid waste plan amendment, ethics commission appointments, and supplemental appropriations. One bill to extend water service to Wilson Road was tabled for four weeks.

• Approved Resolution 38-2024 amending Solid Waste Management Plan to add Choice MedWaste facility and landfill gas-to-energy project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 41-2024 confirming Council appointments to Ethics Commission (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 42-2024 confirming EMS Advisory Board appointments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 43-2024 for $672,000 Child Advocacy Center Expansion grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 44-2024 for $32,536.14 VLT grant carry-forward (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 45-2024 for $272,356 transit grant (4-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-14 for $1.9M Bainbridge Outfall project (4-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-15 for $8.75M Port Deposit WWTP expansion (4-0)

Parks And Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will receive a general update on programs, rentals, tournaments, projects, and staffing. It will also conduct its annual elections for the positions of chairman, vice chairman, and secretary. The meeting includes a public comment period and routine board comments.

• Annual election of board chairman
• Annual election of board vice chairman
• Annual election of board secretary
• General update on programs, rentals, and tournaments
• Update on projects and staffing

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved its August 20 meeting minutes and unanimously re-elected Megan Coleman as Chair and Bernie Brown as Vice Chair, with Ella Briones as Secretary. Informational updates covered program numbers, upcoming tournaments and car shows, pickleball court construction at Brantwood Regional Park, and a staffing shortage of 3 FTE positions in Park Operations. No public comments or other action items were recorded.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Brian Morgan, second by Bernie Brown)
• Re-elected Megan Coleman as Chair and Bernie Brown as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ella Briones as Secretary (unanimous)

County Council

This meeting is a work session consisting of procedural items. The agenda includes the approval of previous minutes and reports from the Council Manager and Council Members.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Minutes Agenda
• Council Manager Report
• Council Member Items

The Council held a work session to review various legislative items, including budget amendments for public schools and capital improvement program adjustments. The Council approved the minutes from the September 10, 2024, work session. Additionally, the Council discussed several resolutions and bills, including a proposal to table the Wilson Road water service extension project for four weeks.

• Approved September 10, 2024, work session minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Bill 2024-16 regarding Wilson Road water service extension

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet to review and approve minutes from August 8, 2024. The session includes a closed meeting to adjudicate three specific investigatory files and a discussion on digital file progress.

• Adjudication of investigatory files CCSO 83-2023, CCSO 86-2023, and EPD 124-2024
• Review of progress made on digital files

Police Accountability Board

The Police Accountability Board will receive presentations from the chiefs of the North East and Elkton Police Departments. The board will also review a complaint summary and appoint a designee to the ACC.

• Presentations by Chief Stephen Yates (North East Police Department) and Chief Carolyn Rogers (Elkton Police Department)
• Review of complaint summary
• Appointment of John Thompson to the ACC as PAB Chairman designee

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board met on September 17, 2024, and approved the agenda and minutes from July 30, 2024. The board heard presentations from the North East and Elkton police chiefs, who discussed staffing, calls for service, and challenges. Chairman John Gainey designated John Thompson to serve on the ACC for the next two months. No formal decisions were made regarding complaints or policy.

• Approved agenda with added section D (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 30, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Designated John Thompson to serve on ACC for next two months

County Council

The Cecil County Council will approve the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes. Council members will hear presentations on the Artesian Water Meadowview Tank, the Cecil County Farm Museum, the Paris Foundation, and AquaCon. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval are listed.

• Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Artesian Water Meadowview Tank by Joseph DiNunzio
• Presentation on Cecil County Farm Museum by Mel Bacon
• Presentation on Paris Foundation by Michael Brandon
• Presentation on AquaCon

The Cecil County Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered Artesian Water's Meadowview tank upgrade, the Cecil County Farm Museum's Phase I project, The Paris Foundation's new training center, and AquaCon's proposed land-based salmon facility at Bainbridge. The council approved the minutes of the September 3, 2024 work session.

• Approved minutes of September 3, 2024 work session (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Cecil County Economic Development Commission called its meeting to order, approved the June 2024 meeting minutes, and received updates from local agencies, schools, and organizations before adjourning.

• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes
• Adjourned meeting at 9:00 am

County Council

The Cecil County Council held a work session to approve the previous meeting minutes, hear a presentation from Carl Anderton, Director of Rural Economic Strategy, and review the legislative agenda. The council also received a report from the Council Manager and addressed items raised by council members. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in this session.

• Presentation by Carl Anderton, Director of Rural Economic Strategy
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report
• Council Member Items

The Cecil County Council held a work session on September 3, 2024, where they directed the Council Manager to prepare a resolution appointing Robert McKnight and Nicholas Cusmano to the Ethics Commission. They also reviewed several capital improvement projects and introduced new bills and resolutions, but no final votes were taken on these items during the work session.

• Directed preparation of resolution to appoint Robert McKnight (4-year term) and Nicholas Cusmano (2-year term) to Ethics Commission
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 closed session (5-0)
• Held closed session to discuss personnel matters (5-0)

County Council

The Cecil County Council convened a legislative session to conduct a public hearing on several supplemental appropriation bills related to the FY 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program. Items include construction of the Bainbridge Outfall, expansion of the Port Deposit wastewater treatment plant, extension of water service to Wilson Road, and development of a Public Safety Training Center and Paramedic Station #2. The council also considered a resolution to amend the Solid Waste Management Plan 2016‑2025.

• Bill No. 2024-14 – Construct Bainbridge Outfall (supplemental appropriation)
• Bill No. 2024-15 – Expand Port Deposit WWTP, Project Number 55079
• Bill No. 2024-16 – Extend Water Service to Wilson Road
• Bill No. 2024-17 – Public Safety Training Center, Project Number 51030 and Paramedic Station #2, Project Number 50051
• Resolution No. 38-2024 – Amend Solid Waste Management Plan 2016‑2025

The Cecil County Council approved lifting Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #126 for $3,799,392 from the table, with a 4-0 vote and one abstention. The council also held public hearings on several capital projects, including the Bainbridge outfall, Port Deposit WWTP expansion, Wilson Road water service, and a solid waste plan amendment, but took no final action on these items. Several new bills and resolutions were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved lifting CCPS Budget Amendment #126 for $3,799,392 (4-0, Gregory abstained)
• Approved Resolution 39-2024 appointing John Kapral to Commission on Aging (5-0)
• Approved agenda for September 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 legislative session (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council held a work session to approve the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. The agenda included a report from the Council Manager and items raised by council members. A closed session was scheduled to discuss personnel matters as authorized by Maryland Annotated Code §3-305(b)(1). No specific decisions or contracts were listed.

• Approval of August 20, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Council Manager Report
• Council Member Items
• Closed Session to discuss personnel matters per Maryland Annotated Code §3-305(b)(1)

The Cecil County Council held a work session where they unanimously approved the minutes from the August 20, 2024 work session and closed session. During a closed session, they discussed applicants for two Ethics Commission appointments but decided to solicit additional applicants for further review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 20, 2024 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2024 closed session minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Ethics Commission applicants; consensus to solicit additional applicants

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will hold its regular meeting, approve the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting, receive reports from the Director and Board Counsel, and discuss ballot questions. Part of the meeting may be closed under the Maryland Open Meetings Act. Public comments must be pre‑approved by the President.

• Approval of July 17, 2024 minutes
• Director’s Report
• Counsel’s Report
• Discussion of ballots/ballot questions
• Potential closed session per Maryland Open Meetings Act

The Cecil County Board of Elections met on August 21, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting. The board finalized the ballot questions for the 2024 General Election, which were prepared by the County's Attorney, and scheduled ballot drop box delivery and ballot mailing for mid-September. The board also discussed election judge recruitment, training schedules, and public concerns about ballot readability and drop box pickup procedures.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Finalized ballot questions for 2024 General Election
• Scheduled ballot drop box delivery between September 16-18, 2024
• Selected October 1, 2024 for cart verification
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 4:27 PM

Parks And Recreation Board

The Board of Parks and Recreation will meet to approve June 18, 2024, minutes and receive general updates. The agenda includes informational reports on programs, rentals, tournaments, projects, and staffing.

• Approval of June 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Informational updates on programs, rentals, and tournaments
• Project updates
• Staffing updates

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes and unanimously approved a motion to strike the 501c3 discussion from the agenda. Informational updates were provided on programs, projects, and staffing, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the procedural actions.

• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to strike 501c3 discussion from agenda (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to approve minutes from the August 6 meeting, review the legislative agenda, and receive a monthly report on county contracts. The session will also include a manager report and a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approval of August 6, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Review of the Legislative Agenda
• Monthly Review of County Contracts
• Council Manager Report
• Closed Session for personnel matters

The Council held a work session to review proposed bills and resolutions, including a plan to accelerate construction of the North East Middle/High School Complex. No votes were taken on the proposed legislation or appointments during this session. The Council approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024, work session.

• Approved minutes of the August 6, 2024 work session (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council introduced two items to accelerate construction of the North East Middle/High School complex: Bill 2024-19, which would use $21,579,000 in PAYGO funds in FY2025 to complete the project by FY2027, and Resolution 40-2024, which would authorize an interest-free loan of up to $41,000,000 to the Board of Education for the same purpose. Both were introduced and scheduled for a public hearing on September 17, 2024, and consideration on October 1, 2024. The council also approved two resolutions and tabled a school budget amendment.

• Introduced Bill 2024-19 to accelerate North East Middle/High School construction with $21,579,000 PAYGO (public hearing Sept 17)
• Introduced Resolution 40-2024 for up to $41M interest-free loan to Cecil County Public Schools for school construction (public hearing Sept 17)
• Introduced Bill 2024-18 amending Ethics Commission membership and chairman terms (public hearing Sept 17)
• Introduced Resolution 39-2024 appointing John Kapral to Commission on Aging (consideration Sept 3)
• Approved Resolution 36-2024 reappointing Bay Area Inspection Agency and American Inspection Agency as electrical inspection agencies (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 37-2024 supplemental appropriation of $100,600 for Rising Sun High School water line replacement (5-0)
• Tabled Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #126 for $3,799,392 (3-2)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet to review minutes from July 30, 2024. The session includes a closed meeting to adjudicate two investigatory files.

• Adjudication of investigatory file EPD / 134-2024
• Adjudication of investigatory file EPD / 135-2024

Public Safety Pension Board

The board approved the May 9, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed a possible new fee structure for investments, with a formal proposal expected at the next meeting. A lengthy discussion on the DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Plan) amendment revealed disagreements with the county executive's approach, but no formal action was taken on DROP or fees.

• Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed potential new investment fee structure; formal proposal deferred to next meeting
• No action taken on DROP amendment; board to seek clarification from county executive

County Council

The Cecil County Council will consider several supplemental appropriation bills that amend the FY2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program. The bills cover construction of the Bainbridge Outfall, expansion of the Port Deposit wastewater treatment plant, extension of water service to Wilson Road, and a public safety training center with a new paramedic station. The council will also consider resolutions appointing electrical inspection agencies, funding a Rising Sun High School water line replacement, amending the solid‑waste management plan, and supplemental appropriations for fire‑service vehicles, aging‑and‑disabilities grants, and economic‑development grants. New business includes a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools.

• Bill No. 2024‑14 – Supplemental appropriation for construction of the Bainbridge Outfall (FY2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program)
• Bill No. 2024‑15 – Supplemental appropriation to expand the Port Deposit Wastewater Treatment Plant (Project 55079)
• Bill No. 2024‑16 – Supplemental appropriation to extend water service to Wilson Road
• Bill No. 2024‑17 – Supplemental appropriation for a Public Safety Training Center (Project 51030) and Paramedic Station #2 (Project 50051)
• Resolution No. 37‑2024 – Supplemental appropriation for Cecil County Public Schools Rising Sun High School water line replacement

The Cecil County Council approved three supplemental appropriations, including $450,000 for a fire engine and ambulance for volunteer fire companies, $22,383 for a dementia care grant, and $75,000 for economic development grants. The council also introduced several bills and resolutions for future public hearings, including funding for Bainbridge infrastructure and water service to Wilson Road. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 33-2024: $450,000 for fire engine (Rising Sun) and ambulance (Singerly) replacements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 34-2024: $22,383 for Long-Term Care and Dementia Care Navigation Program grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 35-2024: $75,000 for economic development grants from MD Commerce and MD 5 Star (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #125: $125,019 (4-0, 1 abstention)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session on August 6, 2024 at the County Administration Building in Elkton. The meeting will approve the July 23, 2024 work session minutes, review the legislative agenda, receive the council manager report, and consider council member items. The session runs from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will be audio and video recorded.

• Approval of July 23, 2024 work session minutes
• Review of legislative agenda
• Council manager report
• Council member items
• Adjournment

The Cecil County Council held a work session to review four capital improvement program bills, a school budget amendment, and several resolutions. No final votes were taken; all items were discussed and will be considered at a future legislative session.

• Approved minutes of July 23, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to move New Business earlier (unanimous)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-14: Bainbridge outfall construction ($3.8M total, county share $1.9M)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-15: Port Deposit WWTP expansion ($4.5M, county cost $4.375M with developer funding)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-16: Wilson Road water extension ($4.3M, fully funded by Southern States)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-17: Public Safety Training Center and Paramedic Station #2 funding shift ($270,000)
• Reviewed Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #125 ($125,019)
• Reviewed Resolutions 33-2024 through 38-2024 (fire vehicles, grants, appointments, solid waste plan)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will discuss several bills and resolutions, including an ethics amendment (Bill No. 2024-18) and a capital‑improvement program amendment for the North East Middle/High School Complex (Bill No. 2024-19). It will also consider a loan authorization to the Cecil County Public Schools to complete construction of that complex (Resolution No. 40-2024) and other items such as agency appointments and a supplemental appropriation for a water‑line replacement at Rising Sun High School.

• Bill No. 2024-18 – Ethics amendment to Chapter 39, Sections 39-4 and 39-5
• Bill No. 2024-19 – Amendment to FY2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program to accelerate North East Middle/High School Complex construction
• Resolution No. 40-2024 – Authorization of a loan to Cecil County Public Schools for the North East Middle/High School Complex
• Resolution No. 37-2024 – Supplemental appropriation for Rising Sun High School water line replacement
• Resolution No. 36-2024 – Appointment of Bay Area Inspection Agency and American Inspection Agency as electrical inspection agencies

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet to review and adjudicate several investigatory files in a closed session. These files pertain to the CCSO and EPD. The results of these adjudications will be announced during the open session.

• Adjudication of CCSO files 80-2023 and 71, 72, 73, 74-2023 and 75-2023
• Adjudication of EPD files 118, 119-2023 and 134-2024 and 135-2024
• Approval of minutes from 6/25/2024

Police Accountability Board

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board will review and approve the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting. The board will hear a presentation by Chief Robert Nitz of the Perryville Police Department. Members will review a summary of complaints and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review & approve minutes from 6/25/2024
• Presentation by Chief Robert Nitz of Perryville Police Department
• Review complaint summary
• Confirm date of next meeting

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board approved a motion to ask the Administrative Charging Committee (ACC) to recommend software enabling remote, confidential review of investigatory files, with the PAB to forward the request to the County Executive if recommended. The board also approved the June 25, 2024 minutes and added an agenda item on digital file viewing. Chair Stephen Miller announced his departure, introducing incoming chair John Gainey, and heard a presentation from Perryville Police Chief Robert Nitz on department challenges.

• Approved adding agenda item D on digital file viewing (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to ask ACC for software recommendation for remote file review (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will hold a closed meeting on July 25, 2024 at 5 pm via Zoom. The meeting is closed under General Provisions Art. § 3‑305(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters such as appointments, employment, promotions, discipline, compensation, removals, resignations, or performance evaluations of board staff or officials. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of personnel matters (appointments, promotions, discipline, compensation, etc.)

County Council

The County Council is conducting a work session to receive a presentation from David Trolio regarding the Local Management Board. The meeting also includes a report from the Council Manager.

• Presentation by David Trolio on the Local Management Board

The County Council held a work session and received a presentation from Director of Community Services David Trolio on the Local Management Board's programs for children, youth, and families. No formal policy decisions were made; the only action was approving the minutes of the July 16, 2024 work session. The meeting was informational, with council members asking questions about program compliance, capacity building, and food security.

• Approved minutes of the July 16, 2024 work session (4-0, one absent)

Police Accountability Board

The Police Accountability Board will convene to approve minutes from January 30, 2024, and discuss procedures. The agenda includes a review of new complaints and the resignation of member John Stricklett.

• Review & Approve Minutes (1/30/2024)
• Resignation of John Stricklett
• Review of New Complaints
• Discuss Procedures
• PERF Conference / Approved

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to review monthly statistics and provide updates on the PEM and MAEO. The body will discuss election judge training and warehouse matters.

• Election judge training
• Warehouse update
• Monthly statistics regarding social media, VRV training, and election judges
• PEM and MAEO updates

The Board approved the minutes from the April 17, 2024, meeting. The Board discussed preparations for the November general election, including judge training and warehouse storage options.

• Approved Minutes for April 17, 2024

County Council

The Cecil County Council will consider resolutions to amend the county charter regarding council terms, compensation, and executive powers. The body will also vote on appointments to the Police Accountability Board, Planning Commission, and Board of License Commissioners.

• Charter amendments for council term limits, compensation, and executive powers
• Appointment of John Gainey to the Police Accountability Board
• Appointment of Chad Johnston and Bryan Dugger to the Planning Commission
• Appointment of Kristin Ortt to the Board of License Commissioners
• Consideration of Schneider Electric multi-year contract

The Council approved multiple Charter amendments regarding official compensation, term limits, and vacancy filling to be submitted to voters. They also approved a $4 million energy efficiency contract and established a new sanitary subdistrict.

• Approved Charter amendment for $35,000 annual Council compensation (4-1)
• Approved Charter amendment for party-based Council vacancy filling (4-1)
• Approved Charter amendment limiting County Executive to 3 consecutive terms (3-2)
• Approved Charter amendment for $130,000 annual County Executive compensation (5-0)
• Approved Charter amendment for party-based Executive vacancy filling (4-1)
• Approved Charter amendment for 30-day window to approve Executive appointments (5-0)
• Approved $4M Schneider Electric decarbonization contract (5-0)
• Established Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict (5-0)

County Council

The Cecil County Council holds a work session to review the East Elkton Traffic Circulation and Safety Plan presented by WILMAPCO. The meeting also includes approval of previous work session minutes and a council manager's report.

• Review of East Elkton Traffic Circulation and Safety Plan by WILMAPCO
• Approval of July 2, 2024 Work Session minutes

The Council held a work session to discuss several proposed charter amendments regarding term limits and compensation. Members also reviewed supplemental appropriations for fire services and grants, and received a presentation on the East Elkton Traffic Circulation and Safety Plan.

• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 work session (unanimous)

County Council

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Cecil County Council. The agenda includes reviewing the legislative agenda and receiving a report from the Council Manager.

• Approval of June 25, 2024, work session minutes
• Review of the legislative agenda
• Council Manager Report

The County Council held a work session on July 2, 2024, reviewing a legislative agenda that included nine charter amendment resolutions and several appointments. The council approved the minutes of the June 25, 2024 work session unanimously. No substantive decisions were made on the resolutions or appointments; they were presented for review and introduction. The meeting adjourned at 4:53 pm.

• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Reviewed Bill 2024-13 establishing Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict
• Reviewed Resolution 20-2024 limiting County Council terms to 3 consecutive terms starting 2028
• Reviewed Resolution 21-2024 increasing County Council compensation to $35,000 starting December 2028
• Reviewed Resolution 22-2024 clarifying County Council vacancy filling based on party affiliation
• Reviewed Resolution 23-2024 limiting County Executive to 3 consecutive terms
• Reviewed Resolution 24-2024 increasing County Executive compensation to $130,000 starting December 2028
• Reviewed Resolution 25-2024 clarifying County Executive vacancy filling based on party affiliation

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting public hearings on several charter amendments regarding office terms, compensation, and vacancies. The council will also introduce resolutions for a multi-year Schneider Electric contract and various board appointments. One resolution for library trustee appointments is scheduled for consideration.

• Public hearing for Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict (Bill No. 2024-13)
• Introduction of Schneider Electric multi-year contract (Resolution No. 29-2024)
• Charter amendments regarding Council and Executive terms, compensation, and vacancies
• Appointments to the Police Accountability Board, Planning Commission, and Board of License Commissioners
• Consideration of appointments to the Board of Library Trustees

The Council approved the appointment of two individuals to the Board of Library Trustees. Several charter amendments and a multi-year energy contract were introduced for future consideration following public hearings.

• Approved appointment of Erin Dymowski and Jennifer Adams to the Board of Library Trustees (5-0)
• Approved July 2, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 18, 2024 legislative session minutes (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The board will review monthly statistics and discuss telework policy. Members will also receive updates regarding the primary and general elections. Additionally, a local board of canvassers will meet to reject mail-in ballots received after election certification.

• Primary election updates
• General election updates
• Monthly statistics report
• Telework policy discussion
• Rejection of late mail-in ballots

Board of Elections

The Board approved the minutes from its April 17, 2024 meeting. Director Gary Holmes reported on primary election turnout, noting Cecil County had the fourth-highest turnout in the state, and announced the start of Post Election Maintenance (PEM). The Board discussed potential policies for social media accounts, including limiting public comments to prevent misinformation, and reviewed outreach programs for schools and student page programs.

• Approved minutes from April 17, 2024 meeting
• Discussed policy to limit or block public comments on social media accounts
• Initiated Post Election Maintenance (PEM) process
• Reviewed school outreach and student page program initiatives
• No formal vote recorded on social media policy changes

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session on June 25, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation of the Cecil County Sheriff's Office 2023 Annual Report and a report from the Council Manager.

• Presentation of the Cecil County Sheriff's Office 2023 Annual Report
• Approval of June 18, 2024 Work Session minutes

The Cecil County Council held a work session on June 25, 2024. The only formal action was approving the minutes of the June 18, 2024 work session, which passed unanimously. Most of the meeting was a presentation by Sheriff Scott Adams and Crime Analyst Jenn Heitz on the Sheriff's Office 2023 Annual Report, followed by council member updates. No ordinances, contracts, budgets, or zoning items were decided.

• Approved minutes of the June 18, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the work session at 5:50 pm

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will review and approve minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting. A closed session is scheduled to adjudicate investigatory files, specifically CCSO / 79-2023.

• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2024
• Closed session to adjudicate CCSO / 79-2023

Police Accountability Board

The board will review administratively rejected complaints and a summary of complaints. Members will also approve the minutes from the May 28, 2024, meeting.

• Review of administratively rejected complaints
• Review of complaint summary
• Approval of May 28, 2024, meeting minutes

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting. The board also received a complaint summary from the Office of Law before adjourning.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received complaint summary from the Office of Law
• Adjourned meeting at 10:08 AM

County Council

The Council will consider a supplemental appropriation for the Motor Vehicle Internal Service Fund. They will also discuss Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #124 and introduce resolutions for Board of Library Trustees appointments.

• Resolution No. 19-2024: Supplemental Appropriation for Motor Vehicle Internal Service Fund
• Introduction of Resolution No. 28-2024 regarding Board of Library Trustees appointments
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #124

The Cecil County Council held a legislative session on June 18, 2024, approving a $250,000 supplemental appropriation for vehicle repairs and a $69,546 public schools budget amendment. The Council also introduced Resolution 28-2024 to appoint members to the Board of Library Trustees.

• Approved Resolution 19-2024 for a $250,000 supplemental appropriation from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to the Motor Vehicle Internal Service Fund (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #124 in the amount of $69,546 (unanimous)
• Introduced Resolution 28-2024 for the appointment of Erin Dymowski and Jennifer Adams to the Board of Library Trustees

Parks And Recreation Board

The meeting consists of informational items regarding budget, staff, and projects. The agenda does not list specific decisions or public hearings.

• Budget
• Staff
• Tournaments
• Program Open Space
• Project Update

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved its March 19, 2024 meeting minutes and adjourned. Most of the meeting was informational: the FY2025 budget was reported as passed with increased revenues, and staff gave updates on tournaments, rentals, staffing, and construction projects. A discussion item on the Friends of CCPR was tabled until further discussion is held with that group. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (motion: Kristen Lehr; second: Jen Callahan)
• Tabled Friends of CCPR item until further discussion is held with the Friends of CCPR
• Adjourned at 6:07 pm (motion: Kristen Lehr; second: Bernie Brown)

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to conduct reviews of the FY24 third quarter and monthly county contracts. The agenda also includes a review of the legislative agenda and approval of minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting.

• FY24 3rd Quarter Review presentation
• Monthly Review of County Contracts (Section 516)
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Approval of June 11, 2024 Work Session minutes

The Council held a work session to review financial reports and legislative items. The only formal action taken was the approval of previous meeting minutes; other resolutions and budget amendments were introduced or discussed without a recorded vote.

• Approved minutes of the June 11, 2024 Work Session (unanimous)

County Council

The Cecil County Council work session includes updates from the Board of Health regarding H5N1 and behavioral health. The meeting also features a presentation by Chris Locke for the Unlock the Light Foundation/Sean's House.

• Board of Health H5N1 update
• Board of Health behavioral health update
• Presentation by Chris Locke (Unlock the Light Foundation/ Sean's House)

The Cecil County Council held a work session on June 11, 2024. The only recorded action was approval of the June 4, 2024 work session minutes, which passed unanimously. The rest of the meeting was a presentation by Chris Locke of the SL24: Unlocke the Light Foundation/Sean's House on youth mental health and suicide prevention, plus council member reports. No ordinances, contracts, budgets, or zoning items were decided.

• Approved minutes of the June 4, 2024 work session (unanimous)
• Adjourned the work session at 5:59 pm

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Commission approved recommending that individuals on the CY2021 Non-Compliant List be placed on a no-hire/no-boards list. It also authorized second notices for those on the CY2022 Non-Compliant List and approved edits to ethics forms.

• Approved request for Office of Law to recommend CY2021 Non-Compliant List persons be put on no hire/no boards list (unanimous)
• Approved sending second non-compliance notices for CY2022 list on June 22, 2024, via email, letter, and/or phone (unanimous)
• Approved edits to Ethics Forms 1 and 2, Acknowledgment of Understanding, instructions, and cover letters (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal advice (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the May 2024 meeting minutes and confirmed there will be no meetings in July or August, resuming in September. The meeting featured presentations on the 2024 Maryland Competitive Redbook and county economic comparisons, along with updates from local organizations. No new projects, budgets, or policy changes were voted on.

• Approved May 2024 meeting minutes
• Confirmed no EDC meetings in July or August
• Scheduled next meeting for September 4, 2024 (in-person)

County Council

The Council is conducting final readings for the FY 2025 annual budget, capital improvement program, and equipment financing. Members are also considering real property and personal property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. Several charter amendments and a new sanitary subdistrict bill were introduced.

• Final reading of the FY 2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Consideration of FY 2025 real property and personal property tax rates
• Final reading of the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Introduction of Bill No. 2024-13 for Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict
• Introduction of several charter amendments regarding council and executive terms

The Council approved the FY2025 annual budget and the FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. It also voted to lower property, personal property, and income tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Approved FY2025 property tax rate reduction to $0.9824 per $100 assessed (5-0)
• Approved FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program as amended (5-0)
• Approved FY2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance as amended (4-1)
• Approved up to $4M lease purchase financing for FY2025 equipment (5-0)
• Introduced Bill 2024-13 to establish Little Elk Creek Sanitary Subdistrict
• Introduced Resolution 19-2024 for $250,000 budget amendment for landfill equipment
• Introduced 7 Charter Amendment resolutions regarding term limits, pay, and vacancies

County Council

This meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The agenda includes reviewing the legislative agenda and receiving a report from the Council Manager.

• Approval of May 28, 2024 work session minutes
• Review of legislative agenda
• Council Manager Report

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners is reviewing applications for new Class “B” and “BLX” liquor licenses in Perryville and Chesapeake City. The agenda also includes a request to transfer a license for Backfin Blues Bar & Grill in Port Deposit.

• New Class “B” beer, wine, and liquor license application for Suya Republic, inc. in Perryville
• New Class “BLX” restaurant license application for Bohemia Manor Farm in Chesapeake City
• Transfer of Class “B” license for Backfin Blues Bar & Grill in Port Deposit
• Progress request regarding the Captain Lee’s Restaurant license in Perryville
• Identity document-fraud training reminder for June 20, 2024

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners approved new alcohol beverage licenses for Suya Republic in Perryville and Bohemia Manor Farm in Chesapeake City, and approved a license transfer for Backfin Blues Bar & Grill in Port Deposit. The Board also granted a 30-day extension to Captain Lee’s Restaurant due to construction delays caused by state and federal permitting issues. Additionally, the Board reported on recent compliance checks that found 45 establishments sold alcohol without checking ID.

• Approved new Class B license for Suya Republic (648 Broad Street, Perryville)
• Approved new Class BLX license for Bohemia Manor Farm (237 Bohemia Manor Farm Lane, Chesapeake City)
• Approved license transfer for Backfin Blues Bar & Grill (19-21 South Main Street, Port Deposit)
• Granted 30-day extension to Captain Lee’s Restaurant license due to construction delays
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved special event permits for various local organizations

County Council

The Cecil County Council is holding a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and potential charter amendments. The meeting also includes a monthly review of county contracts under Section 516.

• FY25 Budget Discussion
• Charter Amendments
• Monthly Review of County Contracts (Section 516)

The Council approved the minutes from the March 26, 2024, work session. Members discussed the FY25 Budget and reviewed various proposed changes from the Charter Review Commission report, though no formal votes were taken on charter amendments.

• Approved minutes of the March 26, 2024 work session (3-0)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will review and approve minutes from the April 30, 2024 meeting. A closed session is scheduled to adjudicate two specific investigatory files. Any resulting adjudications will be announced in open session.

• Approval of April 30, 2024 minutes
• Closed session adjudication for PPD / 109-2024
• Closed session adjudication for CCSO / 066-2023

Police Accountability Board

The board will review summaries of complaints and administratively rejected complaints. Additionally, Chief Peterson from RSPD is scheduled to give a presentation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 30, 2024.

• Presentation by Chief Peterson from RSPD
• Review of administratively rejected complaints
• Review of complaint summary
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2024

The board approved the minutes from the April 30, 2024, meeting. Chief Petterson of the Rising Sun Police Department presented information regarding officer staffing and recruitment challenges. The Office of Law provided a summary of complaints submitted since the previous meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 30, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 18-2024 regarding a Community Development Block Grant for the Child Advocacy Center expansion. The agenda also includes discussion of Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #123.

• Public hearing for Child Advocacy Center expansion grant (Resolution No. 18-2024)
• Consideration of Resolution No. 18-2024 regarding a Community Development Block Grant
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #123

The County Council authorized an application for a Community Development Block Grant to expand the Child Advocacy Center. The Council also approved a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools.

• Approved Resolution 18-2024 to apply for up to $723,000 for Child Advocacy Center expansion (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #123 for $1,023,903 (unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2024 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2024 legislative session minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Pension Board

The Cecil County Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees approved amended DROP program language and a recommendation to move 12% of Large Cap funds into a new S&P 500 index fund. The board also approved the February 15, 2024 meeting minutes and received an actuarial valuation for 2023. The DROP change now goes to the County Executive and County Council for approval. The board discussed but did not decide on issuing requests for proposals for fund managers and a plan attorney.

• Approved February 15, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved DROP program with Section 13.10 changed to 'The Board of Trustees in its sole discretion may decide to recommend the continuation of the DROP program past such date' (all in favor)
• Approved moving 6% from Large Cap JP Morgan and 6% from Large Cap MFS to a new S&P 500 fund (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 0958 (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Cecil County Economic Development Commission met on May 1, 2024, approved its April 2024 minutes, and received reports and presentations. Hannah Allen of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce gave a legislative session update covering budget, tax, transportation fee, data privacy, paid leave, cannabis, and damages proposals. Sandra Edwards reported on small business programs and noted an estimated $2.5M in damages from a fire at Galvinell, and Dr. Mary Bolt gave a Cecil College update. No substantive decisions or votes beyond approving the prior minutes are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee will review minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting. The committee will also hold a closed session to adjudicate two specific investigatory files. Adjudications from the closed session will be announced afterward.

• Review and approval of minutes from 2/27/2024
• Closed session adjudication for PPD / 094-2024
• Closed session adjudication for CCSO / 066-2023

Police Accountability Board

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board will meet to review administratively rejected complaints and a complaint summary. The board also plans to approve minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting and introduce Ms. Cindy Emmerich.

• Approval of February 27, 2024, meeting minutes
• Introduction of Ms. Cindy Emmerich
• Review of administratively rejected complaints
• Review of complaint summary

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board met on April 30, 2024, with four members present. The board approved the agenda and previous minutes, welcomed new member Cindy Emmerich, and reviewed a summary of complaints that had been administratively rejected since the last meeting. All members also signed new confidentiality agreements.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• February 27, 2024 minutes approved by all
• New member Cindy Emmerich welcomed
• Review of administratively rejected complaints conducted
• New confidentiality agreements executed by all members
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous motion

Board of Elections

The Board will review monthly statistics and receive reports from the Director and Counsel. The agenda also includes discussions regarding legislation updates, drop box collection, and upcoming election procedures.

• Approval of March 20, 2024 minutes
• Director's report on monthly statistics and important dates
• Update on legislation and outreach
• Discussion regarding early voting and Election Day

The Cecil County Board of Elections met on April 17, 2024, and approved the minutes of its March 20, 2024 meeting. The board discussed election preparations, including specimen ballots, drop box pickups, and canvassing dates. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 4:18 pm.

• Approved minutes of the March 20, 2024 Board meeting
• Decided to hold canvassing on May 16, 22, and 24, starting at 9 AM, with a preference for a late night rather than rolling into another day
• Krista Moretz assigned to record minutes during canvass
• Eunice Grant and Holcombe Grier asked to review an Early Voting site in addition to Election Day sites
• Adjourned meeting at 4:18 pm

County Council

The Cecil County Council will discuss a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools. The council will also introduce Resolution No. 18-2024 regarding a grant application for the Child Advocacy Center expansion.

• Resolution No. 18-2024: Community Development Block Grant for Child Advocacy Center Expansion
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #121

The Cecil County Council unanimously approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #122 for $408,208. The Council also introduced Resolution 18-2024, which authorizes a grant application for up to $723,000 to expand the Child Advocacy Center, but this resolution was only read for the first time and scheduled for consideration on May 21, 2024. The meeting included public comments on open meetings, campaign donations, drainage, and education funding.

• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #122 for $408,208 (unanimous)
• Introduced Resolution 18-2024 for CDBG grant application up to $723,000 (scheduled for May 21)
• Approved agenda and minutes of April 2, 2024 session (unanimous)
• Cancelled May 7, 2024 legislative session due to Primary Election early voting

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the March 2024 meeting minutes. The session focused on updates regarding the Key Bridge collapse, commercial and residential real estate market conditions, and residential development statistics. No new ordinances, contracts, or budget allocations were voted on during this meeting.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed Key Bridge impact on shipping and travel
• Presented commercial real estate market update
• Presented residential real estate market update
• Presented residential development and permit statistics
• Reviewed upcoming community events and workforce outreach

County Council

The Council is introducing bills for the FY 2025 annual budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. The session also includes consideration of resolutions regarding grant funds, opioid settlement trust funds, and a police accountability board appointment. Final readings are scheduled for several building, plumbing, and electrical code amendments.

• Introduction of FY 2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Introduction of FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Introduction of FY 2025 Real Property and Personal Tax Rates
• Consideration of Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust Fund amendments
• Final readings for building, plumbing, and electrical code amendments

The Council approved several updates to the county's building, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC codes to align with 2021 international standards. It also approved grant funding for community services and confirmed a new appointment to the Police Accountability Board. Several budget and tax bills were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved $241,955 in grant funds for Community Services (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust Fund Agreement (5-0)
• Confirmed Cynthia Emmerich to the Police Accountability Board (5-0)
• Approved updates to Building Construction Code (Bill 2024-04) (5-0)
• Approved adoption of Maryland Swimming Pool and Spa Standards (Bill 2024-05) (5-0)
• Approved updates to HVAC Standards (Bill 2024-06) (5-0)
• Approved updates to Energy Conservation Standards (Bill 2024-07) (5-0)
• Approved updates to Plumbing (Bill 2024-08) and Electrical Standards (Bill 2024-09) (5-0)

Liquor Board

The Board of License Commissioners will consider a new Class “B” liquor license application for B & B Seafood, Inc. in Elkton. The agenda also includes a license transfer to Warwick Hospitality, Inc. and a review of violations for Walts Tavern, LLC.

• New Class “B” Beer, Wine & Liquor License application for 1540 Elkton Road
• Transfer of Class “B” BWL No B-19 to Warwick Hospitality, Inc. (Captain Ron’s)
• Review of violations for Walts Tavern, LLC
• Approval of meeting minutes

County Council

The Cecil County Council is holding an informational work session to review presentations on county contracts, floodplain data, and a charter commission report. No formal votes or binding decisions are scheduled for this meeting. The updates track how taxpayer funds are spent and note regulatory changes that may affect property development rules.

• Presentation on the Charter Review Commission report
• Update on local floodplain mapping and regulations
• Monthly review of county contracts under Section 516
• FY2025 County Budget public hearing scheduled for May 23, 2024

The Council held a work session featuring a report from the Charter Review Commission and a flood program update. No substantive legislative actions were taken other than the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of the March 19, 2024 work session (5-0)

Police Accountability Board

The Cecil County Police Accountability Board will meet to approve minutes from January 30, 2024, and receive a Local Law Enforcement Agency report. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Review and approve January 30, 2024 minutes
• Local LEA Report

Board of Elections

This agenda outlines procedural and administrative business for the Cecil County Board of Elections. The board will approve February minutes, review director and counsel reports, discuss equipment status and community outreach, and may hold a closed session under state open meetings law. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled for action.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Director’s report on election statistics and ballot proofing
• Updates on board email addresses, equipment, and emergency planning
• Discussion of community outreach events and letters of support
• Potential closed session under Maryland Open Meetings Act procedures

The Board approved the minutes from February 21, 2024, and granted confidential voter status to a member of the district court. The Board also voted to provide a letter of support for the formation of a local sorority chapter to assist with voter outreach.

• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved letter of support for Elkton sorority chapter formation
• Approved confidential voter status for a district court member

County Council

The Cecil County Council is conducting public hearings on several building, plumbing, and electrical code amendments. The Council will also consider a resolution for Washington Street wastewater repairs and introduce resolutions regarding community services funding and the Opioid Settlement Trust Fund. Additionally, the agenda includes discussion of a Cecil County Public Schools budget amendment.

• Public hearings on building, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical code amendments
• Resolution for Washington Street Force Main repair
• Supplemental appropriation for Community Services and Cecil Transit
• Amendments to the Opioid Settlement Trust Fund agreement
• Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #121

The Council approved supplemental funding for emergency sewage repairs and a school budget amendment. Several bills updating building, plumbing, and electrical codes were held for public hearing, and three new resolutions were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved $200,000 for emergency repair of the Washington Street Force Main (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #121 for $111,436 (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2024 legislative session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)

Parks And Recreation Board

The meeting consists of informational updates and a discussion regarding Chesland Park. The Board will also review the minutes from the January 30, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of January 30, 2024, meeting minutes
• Chesland Park discussion
• Updates on programs, rentals, operations, and projects

The Cecil County Board of Parks and Recreation approved the minutes from its January 30, 2024 meeting. The session included informational updates on park operations, spring programs, and ongoing projects like river dredging permitting. No new policies, contracts, or budget items were voted on during the open session.

• Approved January 30, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Kristen Lehr, seconded by Brian Morgan)
• Closed session held for 'Friends Discussion' (no details recorded in minutes)

County Council

This meeting consists of routine reports and procedural reviews. The Council will review the legislative agenda and receive a state legislative update and a report from the Council Manager.

The Council held a work session to review proposed budget amendments, legislative agenda items, and resolutions. They discussed a $111,436 school budget amendment, six bills updating building codes to 2021 standards, and three grant resolutions totaling over $240,000. The Council also reviewed amendments to the Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust Fund agreement and considered a new appointment to the Police Accountability Board. No final votes on these items were recorded in this work session minutes.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2024 work session (5-0)
• Reviewed Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #121 for $111,436
• Reviewed Bills 2024-04 through 2024-09 updating building codes to 2021 IBC standards
• Reviewed Resolution 14-2024 for supplemental appropriations totaling $241,955 in grants
• Reviewed Resolution 15-2024 amending Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust Fund agreement
• Reviewed Resolution 16-2024 appointing Cynthia Emmerich to Police Accountability Board
• Reviewed Resolution 13-2024 for emergency wastewater repair funding
• Deferred Council Member comments to Legislative Session

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session to review the Police Accountability Board Annual Report. The meeting also includes a state legislative update and a report from the Council Manager.

• Presentation of Police Accountability Board Annual Report
• State Legislative Update
• Council Manager Report
• Approval of March 5, 2024 Work Session minutes

The Council agreed to send a letter of support for HB 0065, which would require parental consent for medical treatment of children in school. The Council also reviewed the Police Accountability Board's 2023 annual report.

• Approved minutes of March 5, 2024 work session (4-0)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 0065 (parental consent for school-based medical treatment)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the February 2024 meeting minutes. The session primarily consisted of reports on grant applications, workforce development programs, and updates from Delmarva Power and the County Council.

• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes

County Council

The Cecil County Council is meeting to consider resolutions for snow removal funding and a pension board appointment. The council will also introduce a resolution regarding Washington Street force main repairs.

• Resolution No. 11-2024: Supplemental appropriation for Roads Division snow removal
• Resolution No. 12-2024: Appointment of Matthew Carr to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees
• Resolution No. 13-2024: Introduction of a supplemental appropriation for Washington Street force main repairs

The County Council approved Resolution 11-2024, moving $300,000 from the general fund balance to the Roads Division for snow removal expenses, with $200,000 for salt and $100,000 for contractors. The Council also approved Resolution 12-2024, confirming the reappointment of Matthew Carr to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees for a term expiring December 31, 2026. Both votes were 5-0. A supplemental appropriation of $200,000 for emergency repair of the Washington Street Force Main was introduced and scheduled for consideration on March 19, 2024.

• Approved Resolution 11-2024: $300,000 from general fund balance to Roads Division for snow removal (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 12-2024: Reappointment of Matthew Carr to Public Safety Pension Plan Board of Trustees (5-0)
• Introduced Resolution 13-2023: $200,000 supplemental appropriation for Washington Street Force Main repair; scheduled for March 19, 2024
• Approved agenda of March 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 20, 2024 legislative session (unanimous)

County Council

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items and administrative reports. The council will review the legislative agenda, receive a state legislative update, and hear a council manager report.

The Council reviewed three resolutions during a work session: a supplemental appropriation for snow removal costs, a reappointment to the Public Safety Pension Plan Board, and a supplemental appropriation for an emergency wastewater pipe repair. The Council also discussed several state legislative bills, agreeing to send letters of support for some and to monitor others. No final votes were recorded on the resolutions during this work session.

• Approved minutes from Feb 27 work session (5-0)
• Reviewed Resolution 11-2024: $300k supplemental appropriation for snow removal
• Reviewed Resolution 12-2024: Reappointment of Matthew Carr to Pension Board
• Reviewed Resolution 13-2024: Supplemental appropriation for Washington Street Force Main repair
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 1400/SB 1032 (Student Use of Force)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 1115/SB 1026 (BOE Budget Transparency)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 1166/SB 501 (Gun Law Handbook)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 1247/SB 1063 (Advanced Clean Cars II)

Liquor Board

The Board will receive a progress report and opening date for North Bay Liquors LLC in North East. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding state legislation for Class A Food Retailers.

• Progress report on North Bay Liquors license at 480 N. Mauldin Avenue
• Trade name change from Mick’s Crab House to Mick’s Pub & Crab House
• Discussion of Senate Bill 1139 and House Bill 0847 (Class A Food Retailers)
• Mount Aviat Academy Dinner on March 9, 2024
• Cecil County Library Fundraising Party on May 4, 2024

The Cecil County Board of License Commissioners approved a request to change the trade name on liquor license B-1 from Mick's Crab House to Mick's Pub & Crab House. The Board also approved sending a previously drafted letter to the Cecil County Board of Education. North Bay Liquors, which received a license approval on May 31, 2023, told the Board it plans to open March 7, 2024, and was warned it must open at least 10 days before the next meeting or risk losing its license. The Board approved its prior meeting minutes and heard updates on two special event permits and a June 20, 2024 identity document fraud training.

• Approved trade name change on liquor license B-1 from Mick's Crab House to Mick's Pub & Crab House (unanimous)
• Approved sending a drafted letter to the Cecil County Board of Education (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• North Bay Liquors stated planned opening date of March 7, 2024; Board warned license could be lost if not opened at least 10 days before next meeting
• Heard two special event notices: Mount Aviat Academy dinner March 9, 2024, and Cecil County (North East) Library fundraiser May 4, 2024
• Announced identity document fraud training for licensees and tobacco vendors on June 20, 2024
• Discussed Senate Bill 1139 and House Bill 0847 on Alcoholic Beverages - Class A Food Retailers; no action recorded

County Council

The Cecil County Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation from Sarah Stowens regarding Christiana Care. The agenda also includes a state legislative update and the Council Manager Report.

• Presentation: Christiana Care update by Sarah Stowens
• Approval of February 20, 2023, work session minutes
• State legislative update
• Council Manager Report

The County Council held a work session with no local ordinances or budget votes. Members approved the February 20, 2024 work session minutes 4-0 (1 absent) and agreed by consensus to send letters of support or opposition on several state legislative bills. They also received a presentation from Christiana Care on health programs and state legislation, and heard reports on a state property notice mailing error and a postponed APG presentation.

• Approved minutes of the February 20, 2024 work session (4-0, 1 absent)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for HB 704 and HB 675 (education savings accounts)
• Agreed to send a letter of opposition to HB 971/SB 851 (student eligibility waiver and school classification)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for HB 1430 (Parents' Rights / Education Bill of Rights for Families Act)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for SB 927/HB 758 (second degree assault of a school employee)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for HB 362/SB 0362 (Budget Act) and HB 1157/SB 0937 (Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program)
• Agreed to watch HB 1257/SB 917, HB 1400/SB 1032, SB 979/HB 1297, and SB 1090/HB 1167 without taking a position
• Adjourned the work session at 5:54 pm

Administrative Charging Committee

The Cecil County Administrative Charging Committee will review previous minutes and address new business. This includes the appointment of John Stricklett and the PERF Conference. The committee will also hold a closed session to adjudicate three specific investigatory files.

• Appointment of John Stricklett
• PERF Conference
• Closed session for investigatory files EPD / 099-2024 A, B, and C

Police Accountability Board

The Board approved the minutes from the January 30, 2024, meeting and accepted the PAB Rules of Procedures. Members received a summary of complaints submitted since the previous meeting. John Stricklett announced his resignation from the Board.

• Approved January 30, 2024, meeting minutes
• Accepted PAB Rules of Procedures

Board of Elections

The Cecil County Board of Elections will review the January 17, 2024, meeting minutes and hear reports on training and the 2025 budget. The board will also address items regarding the Perryville municipal election and confidential voter status.

• Approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Director's report on 2025 budget meetings
• Update on candidate filing close
• Discussion regarding Perryville municipal election
• Discussion regarding confidential voter status

The Board decided to create Gmail accounts for members to improve cost efficiency. The Board also discussed staff training for scanning units and the need for larger office and warehouse space for fiscal year 2025.

• Approved creation of Gmail accounts for Board members (motion by Holcombe, seconded by Jennifer and Stephen)
• Approved January 17, 2024, meeting minutes with an amendment regarding Carlos Ayala

County Council

The County Council is introducing six new bills regarding building, electrical, plumbing, and energy standards. The council will also consider resolutions for road division funding and committee appointments.

• Introduction of Bill No. 2024-04 regarding Building Code amendments
• Introduction of Bill No. 2024-05 regarding Swimming Pools and Spas adoption
• Introduction of Bills for HVAC, Energy Conservation, Plumbing, and Electrical standards
• Resolution No. 11-2024 for snow removal funding in the Department of Public Works
• Final reading of Bill No. 2024-02 regarding Critical Area zoning definitions

The Cecil County Council approved Resolution 09-2024, moving $3,000,000 from fund balance to the Roads Division for additional asphalt overlay of county roads, on a 5-0 roll call vote. The Council also gave final approval to three bills: establishing a Commission on Veterans Affairs (5-0), amending the Zoning Ordinance for Critical Area definitions and maps (5-0), and approving two agricultural land preservation easement applications (5-0). Resolution 10-2024, appointing John Ronald Stricklett to the Administrative Charging Committee, was approved 4-0 with President Gregory abstaining. The Council introduced five building-code update bills and two new resolutions, all set for public hearing or consideration in March.

• Approved Resolution 09-2024: $3,000,000 from fund balance to Roads Division for asphalt overlay (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2024: appointment of John Ronald Stricklett to Administrative Charging Committee (4-0, Gregory abstained)
• Approved Bill 2024-01: establishment of Commission on Veterans Affairs (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-02: amendment to Zoning Ordinance Critical Area definitions and maps (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2024-03: agricultural land preservation easement applications for two properties (5-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #120 for $292,850 (unanimous)
• Introduced Bills 2024-04 through 2024-09 updating building, swimming pool, HVAC, energy, plumbing, and electrical codes; public hearing March 19, consideration April 2
• Introduced Resolution 11-2024 ($300,000 snow removal) and Resolution 12-2024 (Matthew Carr reappointment); consideration March 5

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to review the legislative agenda and receive a state legislative update. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports from the Council Manager.

• Approval of February 13, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• State Legislative Update

The Council held a work session to review several proposed building code updates, budget amendments, and appointments. No final votes were taken on the introduced bills or resolutions, though the Council agreed to send letters of support for various state legislative bills.

• Approved revised agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 13, 2024 Work Session (5-0)

Public Safety Pension Board

The Board amended a previous motion regarding the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) to include a 4% interest rate and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA). A separate motion to add these terms was denied 3-4. The Board also approved Amendment 9 unanimously.

• Amended November 30, 2023 minutes to clarify DROP process steps
• Denied motion to add 4% interest rate and COLA to DROP (3-4 vote)
• Approved amended DROP motion including 4% interest, COLA, and legal review steps
• Approved Amendment 9 (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session featuring presentations from the Board of Elections and the Department of Land Use and Development Services. The meeting includes updates on septic reviews and an introduction for the new Director of Elections.

• Introduction of new Board of Elections Director Gary Holmes
• Update on Septic Reviews and Process by Stephen O'Connor

The Cecil County Council held a work session on February 13, 2024, with no substantive local decisions. Members approved the February 6 work session minutes 5-0 and received updates from the Board of Elections and Land Use on septic review. The Council agreed to send letters of support or opposition on several state bills, including opposing HB 785/SB 738 (Freedom to Read Act) and supporting HB 0722 (parental consent for minors' health care).

• Approved minutes of February 6, 2024 work session (5-0)
• Agreed to send letter of opposition to HB 1407 (county regulation of solar arrays)
• Agreed to send letter of opposition to HB 785/SB 738 (Freedom to Read Act)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 0722 (parental consent for minors' health care)
• Agreed to send letter of opposition to HB 0691/SB 0119 (treatment for minors without parental consent)
• Agreed to send letter of support for SB00S2/HB 0318 (juvenile justice reform)
• Agreed to send letter of opposition to SB 0751 (opioid settlement fund grants)
• Agreed to send letter of support for HB 0899/SB 0691 (firefighter/EMS degrees) and SB 0056 (food waste composting)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the January 2024 meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on utility expansions, broadband connectivity progress, and potential state budget cuts to Cecil College.

• Approved January 2024 meeting minutes

County Council

The County Council will hold a legislative session to consider several bills and resolutions. Items include public hearings on veterans affairs and zoning ordinance amendments, as well as budget considerations for road work and emergency services.

• Public Hearing: Bill No. 2024-01 Establishment-Commission on Veterans Affairs
• Public Hearing: Bill No. 2024-02 Amendment-Zoning Ordinance-Critical Area
• Public Hearing: Bill No. 2024-03 Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation
• Resolution No. 09-2024: Supplemental Appropriation for Department of Public Works Asphalt Overlay
• Resolution No. 06-2024: Budget Amendment for Department of Emergency Services used ambulance purchase

The Council approved a $25,000 appropriation for a used ambulance and a 10% property tax credit for the restoration of the Town Point School. Three appointments to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board were also confirmed. Several bills regarding veterans affairs, zoning, and land preservation were held for public hearing.

• Approved $25,000 for purchase of one used ambulance (5-0)
• Confirmed appointments of Nathan Stewart, Melissa Kinsler, and Robert Muller to EMS Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved 10% property tax credit for restoration of Town Point School (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended February 6, 2024 agenda (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will review the legislative agenda and receive a state legislative update. Presentations include an update on tourism activity and advertising from the Office of Tourism and a second quarter financial review for FY24.

• Office of Tourism update on activity, advertising, and grants
• FY24 2nd Quarter Financial Review

The Cecil County Council held a work session on February 6, 2024, where it approved prior meeting minutes and received presentations on tourism and the FY24 second-quarter financial review. The Council reviewed three bills, two introduced resolutions, and three resolutions for consideration, but the minutes record no votes on these items. The Council agreed to send letters of opposition and support on several state legislative bills.

• Approved minutes of January 30, 2024 Work Session (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 30, 2024 Closed Session (5-0)
• Agreed to send a letter of opposition to SB0018 (pharmacist vaccine administration to minors)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for SB0532/HB0468 (lithium-ion battery safety commission)
• Agreed to send letters of support for apprenticeship and election law bills discussed

Liquor Board

The Board removed outdoor music hour restrictions for Unwined on the Water after receiving community support letters. A three-month license extension was granted to Captain Lee's Restaurant. The Board also authorized a letter to the school superintendent regarding proposed drug education budget cuts.

• Removed outdoor music entertainment hour restrictions for Unwined on the Water (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-month license extension for Captain Lee's Restaurant until April 30, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized County Attorney to draft a letter to the school superintendent opposing proposed drug education budget cuts (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Parks And Recreation Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the November 21, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes informational updates regarding Friends of Cecil County Parks and Recreation, programs, rentals, operations, and projects.

• Approval of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational updates regarding park renovations and program participation.

• Approved November 21, 2023 meeting minutes

County Council

The Council will hold a work session to review the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and conduct a monthly review of county contracts. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Review of 2023 ACFR
• Monthly Review of County Contracts
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

The Council held a work session with no ordinances or resolutions up for a vote. The Director of Finance presented the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which received an unqualified, clean audit opinion for FY23, and reported the Fund Balance grew by $26 million to $134 million. The Council agreed by consensus to send letters of support or opposition on several state bills, and voted 5-0 to enter a closed session on a personnel matter. No substantive legislative decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the January 30, 2024 work session (5-0)
• Agreed to send a letter of support for SB0378/HB0659 on penalties for stealing firearms
• Agreed to send a letter of opposition to SB193 on requirements for chickens in egg laying operations
• Agreed to send a letter of opposition to HB0558 on state health department sex education curriculum
• Agreed to send a letter of support for HB0047/SB0381, the Fairness in Girls' Sports Act
• Agreed to oppose the change making school bus camera violations a warning (HB0356)
• Agreed to oppose HB0081 requiring counties to adopt charter government and district voting
• Voted 5-0 to enter closed session on a personnel matter under General Provisions §3-305(b)(1)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet to review and adjudicate three specific investigatory files. The meeting includes a closed session for these deliberations and an announcement of the outcomes.

• Closed session adjudication of CCSO / 044-2023
• Closed session adjudication of EPD / 065-2023
• Closed session adjudication of NEPD / 087-2023

Police Accountability Board

The Board will review the minutes from the December 12, 2023, meeting and discuss new business. Items for discussion include the annual report, pending legislation, and a summary of confidential complaints.

• Review and approval of December 12, 2023, minutes
• Discussion of Annual Report
• Review of Pending Legislation
• Confidential Complaint Summary

The Police Accountability Board approved the minutes from December 12, 2023, and accepted the Annual Report with one addition. Members reviewed draft Rules of Procedure and requested specific additions for the February meeting.

• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted Annual Report with addition of Michael Dawson's photograph
• Requested additions to draft Rules of Procedure for February review

County Council

The County Council is introducing several bills regarding veterans affairs, zoning definitions, and agricultural land preservation. The session also includes the introduction of resolutions for emergency services funding, tax credits, and appointments.

• Bill No. 2024-01: Establishment of a Commission on Veterans Affairs
• Bill No. 2024-02: Amendment to Critical Area zoning definitions and maps
• Resolution No. 06-2024: Funding for the purchase of a used ambulance for Emergency Services
• Resolution No. 08-2024: Tax credit for the historic Town Point Schoolhouse
• Budget Amendment #119 for Cecil County Public Schools

The Council approved several budget amendments for emergency services and economic development grants. It also authorized a budget amendment for Cecil County Public Schools and confirmed appointments to the Weed Control Advisory Board.

• Approved $84,866 for emergency radios and cardiac monitors (4-0)
• Approved $42,000 MARBIDCO Agriculture Microgrant matching funds (4-0)
• Approved $43,000 Upper Shore Regional Council agricultural grant (4-0)
• Approved $112,320 Maryland Department of Commerce marketing grant (4-0)
• Confirmed 11 reappointments to the Weed Control Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved Cecil County Public Schools Budget Amendment #119 for $326,300 (4-0)
• Introduced Bill 2024-01 to establish a Commission on Veterans Affairs
• Introduced Bill 2024-02 to update Critical Area Zoning Ordinance maps

County Council

The County Council will conduct a work session to review the legislative agenda and hear reports. The meeting includes the State of the Council from President Jackie Gregory and the State of the County from County Executive Danielle Hornberger.

• Approval of January 2, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report
• State of the Council address by President Jackie Gregory
• State of the County address by County Executive Danielle Hornberger

The Council held a work session to review several proposed bills and resolutions, including a budget amendment for public schools and the creation of a Veterans Commission. No votes were taken on the proposed legislation during this session. The meeting included the State of the Council and State of the County addresses.

• Approved revised agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 2, 2024 Work Session (4-0)
• Approved motion to recess (4-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

Ethics Commission Meeting

The Commission approved sending notices to individuals on the 2021 non-compliant list, stating they cannot be employed by the county or serve on boards until compliant. It also authorized continued contact efforts for those on the 2022 non-compliant list. Additionally, the board set the 2024 meeting and 2023 ethics form submission schedules.

• Approved sending letters to CY2021 Non-Compliant List individuals regarding employment and board service restrictions (Unanimous)
• Approved continued contact attempts via email or letter for CY2022 non-compliant list (Unanimous)
• Approved CY2024 meeting schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved CY2023 Ethics Form Submission Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2023 Open and Closed session minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to review candidate filing deadlines and voter registration training. The board will also discuss the status of a press release and future early voting and canvassing locations.

• Candidate filing deadline of 2/9/24
• Discussion of 2nd early voting location for 2026
• Canvassing location update
• Voter Registration Training and Drives

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 20, 2023 meeting. Director Gary Holmes reported on staff training, the acquisition of a new time clock, and the ordering of election judge manuals and pins. The Board discussed outreach events for voter registration, the status of social media accounts, and concerns raised by Mary Nelson regarding increased blank ballot counts in recent elections.

• Approved December 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Swore in new Election Program Supervisor Sheri Woodruff
• Ordered election judge manuals and pins
• Suggested outreach events for voter registration and judge recruitment
• Discussed blank ballot count concerns raised by Mary Nelson

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved meeting minutes from October and December 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on the 2024 Maryland legislative outlook, Cecil County Public Schools funding shortfalls, and local workforce updates.

• Approved October 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes

County Council

The Council will introduce five new resolutions regarding budget amendments, agricultural microgrants, and board reappointments. The session also includes the consideration of three previously introduced grant resolutions and final readings for two bills.

• Introduction of Resolution 01-2024 for Department of Emergency Services budget amendment
• Introduction of agricultural microgrant resolutions for MARBIDCO and Upper Shore Regional Council
• Consideration of grant funds for Cecil County Liquor Board inspection activities
• Consideration of grant funds for the Domestic Violence Rape Crisis Program/The Bridge
• Final reading of Bill 2023-10 regarding Wheatley Road Bridge replacement

The Council adopted a zoning ordinance to regulate the cultivation, processing, and sale of cannabis. They also approved several grant-funded appropriations for substance use programs, liquor law enforcement, and domestic violence services, and increased funding for the Wheatley Road Bridge replacement.

• Approved Bill 2023-11 to establish cannabis zoning, definitions, and permissible uses (5-0)
• Approved Bill 2023-10 to provide additional funding for the Wheatley Road Bridge replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 66-2023 for $982,806 DOJ grant for opioid and substance use programs (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 67-2023 for $86,667 for rape crisis and pet-friendly emergency housing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 65-2023 for $12,000 grant for liquor board inspection and enforcement (5-0)
• Denied Amendment 2 to Bill 2023-11 regarding the sale of accessory items at dispensaries (3-2)

County Council

The meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and a review of the legislative agenda. The Council Manager will also provide a report.

• Approval of December 19, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Review of Legislative Agenda
• Council Manager Report

The Council held a work session to review several proposed resolutions and bills, including cannabis zoning and grant funding. No votes were taken on the legislative items presented; the only formal action was the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of the December 19, 2023 Work Session (5-0)