Cambridge public meetings in 2021

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will review several applications for exterior alterations to historic properties. Items include window replacements, roof work, and siding updates, as well as a new single-family residence construction.

• Administrative approvals for roof replacements at 212 West End Avenue, 317 Willis Street, and 107 Glenburn Avenue
• HPC 2022-031: Window, door, and roof replacements at 8 West End Ave.
• HPC 2022-033: Solar panel installation at 421 Race Street
• HPC 2022-037: New construction of a single-family residence at 119 Willis Street
• Review of various siding, window, and porch modifications for several properties

The Historic Preservation Commission approved several renovation applications for historic properties, including window, roof, siding, and solar panel installations, with conditions. Two applications were deferred to the January meeting for further review.

• Approved HPC 2022-031 at 8 West End Ave for window, side door, portico, and roof replacement (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-033 at 421 Race Street for solar panels, pending application and non-visibility from right of way (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-034 at 328 West End Ave for new siding (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-035 at 1104 School Street for roof, siding, porch flooring, and windows, pending documentation of deteriorated windows (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-036 at 1106 Locust Street for new portico, siding, and roofing (all in favor)
• Deferred HPC 2022-032 at 219 Choptank Ave to January meeting for on-site inspection
• Deferred HPC 2022-037 at 119 Willis Street to January meeting pending plans and survey
• Administratively approved roofs at 212 West End Ave, 317 Willis Street, and 107 Glenburn Ave

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will consider resolutions authorizing the transfer of port and gateway properties to Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc., and acknowledging racial discrimination on Maryland's Eastern Shore. They will also hold public hearings on a Community Legacy Grant modification and a $200,000 block grant for Cannery Park, and discuss a panhandling ordinance.

• Resolution 21-18: Authorizes transfer of Port Property and Gateway Property to Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc.
• Resolution 21-19: Acknowledges Caucus of African American Leaders Eastern Shore and condemns racial discrimination.
• Public hearing on Community Legacy Grant modification.
• Public hearing on Block Grant Application for Cannery Park ($200,000 request).
• Discussion of panhandling ordinance.

The Cambridge City Commission approved a motion to issue a formal complaint to remove Mayor Bradshaw from office, voting 5-0. The council also approved resolutions authorizing property transfers to Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc., and condemning racial discrimination. A request from Groove City Black Heritage & Culture Group for a property donation was tabled pending more information. The meeting included a public comment period where a petition with 120 signatures called for the mayor's resignation.

• Approved motion to issue formal complaint to remove Mayor Bradshaw (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-18 authorizing transfer of Port and Gateway properties to CWDI (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-19 condemning racial discrimination on Eastern Shore (5-0)
• Tabled Groove City property donation request pending more info
• Approved $200,000 Block Grant application for Cannery Park (5-0)
• Approved Assistant City Engineer position (5-0)
• Approved CWDI lease agreements (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including NYE Ball Drop (5-0)

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider a draft ordinance (Ord 1193), two resolutions (21-18 and 21-19), and several event-related items including a bike ride, running event, NYE ball drop, Icefest, and Groove Culture. The agenda also includes lease agreements for CWDI, a cannery park item, and a possible assistant city engineer position. Most items are listed as agenda attachments, so specific details are not provided in the text.

• Draft Ordinance 1193
• Resolution 21-18
• Resolution 21-19
• CWDI lease(s)
• Cannery Park item

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on several land-use items, including a Dollar General store, a community solar project, a metal garage, and a text amendment to allow dining in industrial zones. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Webex.

• PZ 2022-007: Dollar General on Rte. 16 and Stone Boundary Road
• PZ 2022-008: Concept Plan for Community Solar Energy System on Rte. 16
• PZ 2022-009: Concept Plan for metal garage at 1715 Race Street
• TA 2022-004: Public hearing on allowing dining in Industrial Zone with conditions
• Discussion: Text amendment for parking and potential special exception for 118 High Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary site plan for a Dollar General on Route 16 and Stone Boundary Road, and made a favorable recommendation for a community solar energy system concept plan on Route 16. They also approved a concept plan for a metal garage at 1715 Race Street and a text amendment to allow dining in industrial zones. No minutes were approved, and a parking text amendment was deferred to a future public hearing.

• Approved PZ 2022-007 Dollar General site plan and architecture (all in favor)
• Made favorable recommendation for PZ 2022-008 community solar concept plan (all in favor)
• Approved PZ 2022-009 metal garage concept plan at 1715 Race Street (all in favor)
• Approved TA 2022-004 to allow dining in Industrial Zone, forwarded to City Council (all in favor)
• Deferred TA 2022-005 parking text amendment to next meeting for public hearing

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review several development applications and zoning text amendments. Items include a Dollar General proposal, a community solar energy system, a new garage at 1715 Race St., and amendments regarding dining in industrial zones and parking maximums.

• PZ 2022-007: Dollar General staff report
• PZ 2022-008: Community solar energy system
• PZ 2022-009: New garage at 1715 Race St.
• TA 2022-002: Permit dining in industrial zones with conditions
• TA 2022-005: Parking maximums

City Council

The City of Cambridge city manager search committee will hold an in-person, open public meeting on Wednesday, Nov 17, 2021, at 6:00pm in Council Chambers, 305 Gay Street. The meeting will not be recorded or streamed. No agenda items are listed beyond the meeting itself.

• In-person public meeting of the city manager search committee
• Meeting at Council Chambers, 305 Gay Street, 6:00pm
• Meeting not recorded or streamed

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold an in-person meeting on November 17, 2021, to review administrative approvals and nine HPC applications for changes to historic properties. Items include roof replacements, fences, a shed, lighting, solar panels, a deck, and window replacements. The agenda is subject to change and will be approved at the hearing.

• HPC 2022-023: 206 High Street – Dorchester County Circuit Courthouse – slate roof replacement with synthetic shingles
• HPC 2022-024: 200 Oakley Street – cedar shake roof replacement
• HPC 2022-025: 314 West End Ave. – new fence
• HPC 2022-026: 206 Choptank Ave. – new shed
• HPC 2022-031: 8 West End Ave. – window replacement, door/portico removal, roof replacements

The Historic Preservation Commission approved replacing the slate roof at the Dorchester County Circuit Courthouse (206 High St) with synthetic slate shingles, matching the original pattern. Several other applications were approved with conditions, including a fence at 314 West End Avenue, lighting and signage at 414 Race Street, solar tiles at 210 Glenburn Avenue, a deck at 102 Choptank Avenue, and exterior improvements at 301 Belvedere Avenue. A shed application at 206 Choptank Avenue was deferred pending specifications, and a window/roof replacement at 8 West End Avenue was deferred by staff. The meeting agenda was not amended due to lack of a second.

• Approved HPC 2022-023: replace slate roof with synthetic shingles at 206 High St (courthouse), all in favor.
• Approved HPC 2022-025: new fence at 314 West End Avenue, with conditions (specs to Zoning Official), all in favor.
• Deferred HPC 2022-026: new shed at 206 Choptank Avenue until specifications approved by staff, all in favor.
• Approved HPC 2022-027: gooseneck lighting and signage at 414 Race Street, all in favor.
• Approved HPC 2022-028: solar tiles on rear garage at 210 Glenburn Avenue, with condition battery inside garage, all in favor.
• Approved HPC 2022-029: rear deck expansion at 102 Choptank Avenue, all in favor.
• Approved HPC 2022-030: shed roof, steps, sidewalk, and fences at 301 Belvedere Avenue, all in favor.
• Deferred HPC 2022-031: window replacement and roof work at 8 West End Avenue, deferred by staff.

City Council

The Commissioners of Cambridge are scheduled to meet in a closed session on November 16, 2021. No specific agenda items or topics were listed for this session.

City Council

This is a work session agenda with only one substantive item: discussion of the CWDI Board Composition. No decisions are listed; the council is discussing the matter.

• Discussion of CWDI Board Composition

City Council

The Cambridge, MD City Council is holding a regular meeting on November 8, 2021. The agenda includes nine items, but the provided text only lists document titles, not the content of each item. The items appear to cover a range of topics, including a Black heritage matter, a turkey giveaway, human resources, a solar panel project, Mace's Lane CDBG, and CWDI (likely a community development organization) appointments.

• Black Heritage item
• Turkey Giveaway item
• HR item
• Solar Panel item
• Mace's Lane CDBG item

City Council

The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant for Mace’s Lane Phase I and II. The agenda also includes reviewing transfer agreements for Port and Gateway properties involving Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc.

• Public Hearing: CDBG Mace’s Lane Phase I and II
• CWDI letter and addendum to transfer agreements for Port Property and Gateway Property
• Request for 'Christmas on Pine' event on December 11, 2021
• Request for 'Turkey Give Away' on the 600 block of Pine Street on November 20, 2021
• Reappointment of CWDI Board Member Richard Zeidman

The Cambridge City Commission approved several items, including moving forward on solar panels for the Public Safety Building, supporting a new Human Resources position (with a budget amendment needed), reappointing Richard Zeidman to the CWDI board, and extending the Governors Hall lease possibly until March 2022. The commission also closed a public hearing on the Mace's Lane CDBG grant after one comment. No ordinances were read.

• Approved amended agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Oct 25 minutes and two event permits
• Approved moving forward on solar panels for Public Safety Building (motion by Roche, second by Malkus)
• Decided HR position is needed; budget amendment required
• Closed public hearing for Mace's Lane CDBG grant (motion by Sputty Cephas, second by Harrington)
• Reappointed Richard Zeidman to CWDI board
• Extended Governors Hall lease, possibly until March 2022 (motion by Sputty Cephas, second by Lajan Cephas)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cambridge Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting on October 26, 2021, at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers, 305 Gay Street. The main item is a continued public hearing on a variance request for 101 Hibiscus Lane, seeking relief from the four-foot side yard fence height limitation. No minutes are listed for approval, and the agenda may be changed at the hearing.

• Continued public hearing on BoA 2022-001: variance for fence height at 101 Hibiscus Lane
• Meeting at Council Chambers, 305 Gay Street, Cambridge, MD

City Council

The Cambridge, MD City Council is meeting on October 25, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including flood mitigation, housing updates, a marina project, and an ice festival. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and a city manager report.

• Flood mitigation item (Item 6)
• Housing update (Item 8)
• Marina project (Item 4)
• Ice Fest (Item 5)
• Cannery Park (Item 11)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting to approve the agenda, hear a youth mentorship presentation, and consider several consent calendar items, including a contract award for marina engineering consultant services and requests from the Chamber of Commerce for a STEM program and an inaugural ice festival. The commission will also receive updates on flood mitigation planning, a housing specialist, and city manager recruitment, and consider a grant application for Cannery Park. No ordinances are scheduled for first or second reading.

• Award of Contract for Marina Engineering Consultant Services
• Request for 2021 Maryland STEM Program on November 13, 2021 at Cannery Way
• Request for Inaugural Cambridge Ice Festival on January 28-29, 2022
• Update on Flood Mitigation Planning Project
• Grant Application by Eastern Shore Land Conservancy for Cannery Park

The Cambridge City Council approved a contract with Mercer Group Associates to conduct the city manager recruitment, and unanimously approved a citizen search committee roster. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the September 27 meeting minutes, a request for the Maryland STEM Program, a marina engineering consultant contract, and the Inaugural Cambridge Ice Festival. No ordinances were read, and no public comments were made.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Sept 27 minutes, STEM Program, marina engineering contract, Ice Festival (5-0)
• Approved Mercer Group Associates contract for city manager recruitment (5-0)
• Approved city manager search committee roster (unanimous)
• Approved grant application support letter for Eastern Shore Land Conservancy for Cannery Park (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will meet in person to review and decide on several applications for exterior changes to historic properties, including window replacements, roof work, porch replacement, signage, and other exterior improvements. The agenda includes both old business items and new HPC review cases, plus administrative approvals. The meeting is open to the public and will be streamed live.

• HPC 2021-067: 1112 Locust Street – window replacement
• HPC 2022-001: 600 Williams Street – window replacement
• Administrative approvals: 609 William St garage roof, 306 Mill St, 107 Choptank Ave porch replacement
• Mural presentation at 518 Poplar Street
• HPC reviews: 1103 Travers St, 406 Race St signage, 303 Mill St, 525 Poplar St exterior improvements

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission approved five applications for exterior changes to historic properties, including window replacement at 1112 Locust St, a rear door and window at 1103 Travers St, a business sign at 406 Race St, siding and window work at 303 Mill St, and a porch refurbishment at 525 Poplar St. All approvals were unanimous. The commission also heard a presentation on a proposed mural for 518 Poplar St but took no action.

• Approved HPC 2021-067 window replacement at 1112 Locust St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-019 rear door and window at 1103 Travers St, with spec sheet required (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-020 business sign at 406 Race St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-021 hardy plank siding and windows at 303 Mill St, with spec sheet required (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-022 porch refurbishment at 525 Poplar St, with materials list required (unanimous)
• Administratively approved roof, porch, and window projects at 609 William St, 306 Mill St, 107 Choptank Ave, and 600 William St

City Council

The City Commissioners of Cambridge will hold a work session to discuss the Rental License Fee Tiering Program. No final decisions or specific fee amounts were provided in the agenda.

• Discussion regarding Rental License Fee Tiering Program

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on October 5, 2021, to review several development applications and discuss potential zoning text amendments. Items include a Dollar General store, a signage program for a medical building, and the first phase of the Tides at River Marsh development. The commission will also discuss amendments related to development time limits, dining in industrial zones, and parking requirements.

• PZ 2022-006: Tides at River Marsh – Phase 1
• PZ 2022-004: Signage Program and Screening for Medical Building
• PZ 2022-007: Dollar General on Rte. 16 and Stone Boundary Road
• TA 2022-003: Text amendment on sunset of older developments and time limits for new development
• TA 2022-004: To allow dining in Industrial Zone with conditions

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission approved the concept/preliminary plan for the Tides at River Marsh development (PZ 2022-006), which includes 311 lots on the Hyatt property, with staff recommendations. The commission also approved a signage and roof screening plan for a medical building (PZ 2022-004) with an exception for the rooftop sign. A Dollar General concept plan (PZ 2022-007) was discussed but not approved; the applicant was asked to meet with a subcommittee. A text amendment to allow dining in the Industrial Zone (TA 2022-004) was endorsed for forwarding to the City Council.

• Approved Tides at River Marsh concept/preliminary plan (PZ 2022-006) with staff recommendations (all in favor)
• Approved medical building signage and roof screening (PZ 2022-004) with exception for rooftop sign (all in favor)
• Endorsed text amendment TA 2022-004 to allow dining in Industrial Zone with conditions
• Deferred text amendment TA 2022-003 on sunset of older developments
• Deferred council proposed text amendment for parking
• Discussed Dollar General concept plan (PZ 2022-007); no vote, applicant to meet with subcommittee

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports for three development applications: PZ 2022-006 (Tides at River Marsh), PZ 2022-007, and PZ 2022-004 (UMMS). The agenda consists solely of these staff reports, with no other listed items.

• Review of PZ 2022-006: Tides at River Marsh
• Review of PZ 2022-007
• Review of PZ 2022-004: UMMS

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to consider a resolution amending the city's procurement procedure for professional services, and to discuss nominees for a City Manager Search Committee. This is a working meeting, not a final vote, so items may be discussed and refined before formal action.

• Resolution No. 21-17 to amend Administrative Standard Operating Procedure No. 24 on procurement of professional services
• Discussion of nominees for the City Manager Search Committee

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cambridge Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three zoning matters: a variance request for a fence height at 101 Hibiscus Lane, a special exception for a solar energy system on Hudson Road, and an appeal of a zoning determination at 7 Cedar Street. The agenda may change and will be approved at the hearing.

• Variance request for relief from four-foot side yard fence height limitation at 101 Hibiscus Lane
• Special Exception for a Solar Energy System on Hudson Road (Map 030C, Grid 20, Parcel 82)
• Appeal of a Zoning Determination of the Planning Commission and Zoning Official at 7 Cedar Street

City Council

The agenda consists of several documents for a scheduled work session and CARS meeting. The items include recruitment memos, charter resolutions, and other workshop-related documents.

• Recruitment memo review
• Charter resolution discussion
• Resolution discussion

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting on September 27, 2021, at 10 am for a tour of the new medical facility. The agenda contains no formal decisions or discussions, only the tour.

• Tour of new medical facility

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to discuss the process for recruiting a new city manager. The agenda includes a recruitment memo from the acting city manager, relevant city charter provisions, and a proposed resolution. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of recruitment process for City Manager
• Review of City Charter Section 3.39 regarding City Manager
• Consideration of Charter Resolution No. CR-2021-01

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two zoning ordinances: one allowing storage buildings in the Downtown/Waterfront Development District, and another permitting medical cannabis processing facilities in the General Commercial district. The agenda also includes consent items, a contract award for Cannery Park Phase I, and updates on the Hyatt MDP and CDBG grant.

• Ordinance 1188: allow storage buildings in all Downtown/Waterfront subdistricts
• Ordinance 1189: allow medical cannabis processing facilities in General Commercial district
• Award of contract for Phase I of Cannery Park
• Trick-or-Treat hours for October 31, 2021
• CDBG Grant - Maces Lane

The Cambridge City Commission approved two zoning ordinances: one allowing storage buildings in the Downtown/Waterfront District and another permitting medical cannabis processing facilities in the General Commercial District. The council also awarded the Phase I Cannery Park construction contract to David A Bramble, the low bidder, and approved a CDBG grant for the Mace's Lane community center project.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1188 allowing storage buildings in Downtown/Waterfront District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1189 allowing medical cannabis processing facilities in General Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG grant for Mace's Lane community center (motion by Cephas, second by Cephas)
• Awarded Phase I Cannery Park contract to David A Bramble (unanimous)

American Disability Act Committee

The American Disability Act Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and last month's minutes, then discuss old and new business. Old business includes a street/sidewalk survey by Scott Shore and the cancellation of an ADA Affair event. New business covers the new City Manager/Mayor Bradshaw, a letter from the School Superintendent, and questions for the Mayor/City Manager about the committee's responsibility and authority.

• Street/Sidewalk survey by Scott Shore
• ADA Affair cancellation
• New City Manager/Mayor Bradshaw
• Letter from School Superintendent
• Discussion of committee responsibility/authority

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission meets in person on September 15, 2021, to review administrative approvals and six HPC review applications for changes to historic properties. The meeting is open to the public and streamed live. No old business or minutes are listed.

• Administrative approvals for roofs at 112 High St, 700 Locust St, 702 Church St, 117 Belvedere Ave
• Administrative approval for porch/columns at 1110 Glasgow St
• Administrative approval for brick walkway at 100 Belvedere Ave
• HPC 2022-012: Slate roof replacement at 109 Oakley St
• HPC 2022-016: New signage at 502 Poplar St

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission approved all six applications on the agenda, covering roof replacement, garage and deck construction, shed demolition, chimney replacement, signage, and garage door replacement. Each approval was unanimous. The commission also administratively approved seven additional minor projects (roofs, porch, walkway) without a public hearing.

• Approved HPC 2022-012: slate roof replacement at 109 Oakley St, including garage roof, gutters, and fascia boards (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-013: garage replacement, new deck with pergola, and patio relocation at 124 Vue de Leau St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-014: shed demolition and parking area expansion at 704 Locust St, with gravel driveway and three spaces per City Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-015: chimney replacement and roof repair at 204 Oakley St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-016: new signage at 502 Poplar St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2022-017: garage door replacement at 308 Glenburn Ave (unanimous)
• Administratively approved roof work at 112 High St, 700 Locust St, 702 Church St, 117 Belvedere Ave, and 1110 Glasgow St, plus walkway brick at 100 Belvedere Ave

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to review and act on several agenda items, including a proposed ordinance (1192) and permits for community events. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from July and August 2021.

• Ordinance 1192 review
• Christmas parade permit
• 2022 crawfish boil permit
• Reading kick-off event
• Approval of July 1 and August 23, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting in regular session to approve the agenda, hear public presentations, and consider consent calendar items including meeting minutes and event permits. The main legislative item is a first reading of Ordinance No. 1192, which would amend the Unified Development Code to set maximum off-street parking requirements for new development by land use. The commission will also discuss the Ethics Commission roster and receive department reports.

• Ordinance No. 1192: first reading to amend Unified Development Code §§ 6.3.2, Table 6A, and 6.3.3 to establish maximum off-street parking requirements for new development
• Consent calendar: approve July 1, 2021 special called meeting minutes and August 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Permit: 72nd Annual Cambridge-Dorchester County Christmas Parade, Dec 4, 2021, 4-10pm, Race Street
• Permit: 2022 Crawfish Boil and Muskrat Stew Fest, May 7, 2022, 11am-6pm, Long Wharf
• Discussion: Ethics Commission roster

The City Commission approved a traffic pilot project at the corner of Cedar and Pine Street, which will include crosswalks, planters, and seating such as chess and checker boards. The Traffic & Safety Committee will coordinate with the Department of Public Works and the city manager to complete the project. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included meeting minutes and event permits, and discussed nominations for the Ethics Commission.

• Approved the agenda as amended to add item #9 (Traffic Pilot) on a 5-0 vote.
• Approved the consent calendar, including minutes from July 1 and August 23, 2021, and permits for the Christmas Parade, Crawfish Boil, and Grade Level Reading Program Kick-off.
• Approved the traffic pilot project at Cedar and Pine Street, with coordination by the Traffic & Safety Committee, DPW, and city manager.
• Discussed nominations for the Ethics Commission, with a deadline of September 23, 2021.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on September 7, 2021, to consider several development applications and text amendments. Items include an expansion of the Culta facility at 10 Washington Street, a preliminary solar energy system plan on Hudson Road, a master plan amendment for the Residences at River Marsh, and a tentative preliminary plan for 201 Mill Street. The commission will also discuss two text amendments: one on sunsetting older developments and setting time limits for new ones, and another to allow dining in the Industrial Zone with conditions.

• PZ 2019-003: Expansion of the Culta Facility at 10 Washington Street
• PZ 2021-009: Preliminary Plan for a Solar Energy System on Hudson Road
• PZ 2022-003: Master Plan Amendment to the Residences at River Marsh
• PZ 2022-001: Preliminary Plan for 201 Mill Street (tentative)
• TA 2022-003 and TA 2022-004: Text amendments on development time limits and Industrial Zone dining

The Commission approved the preliminary plan for the Culta facility expansion at 10 Washington Street, with conditions from the City Engineer and Planner. It also approved the preliminary plan for a solar energy system on Hudson Road and forwarded a positive recommendation to the Board of Appeals for a Special Exception. The Commission voted to forward the Master Plan Amendment for the Residences at River Marsh to the City Council with staff recommendations and findings of fact, including an added second egress. A preliminary plan for 201 Mill Street was deferred.

• Approved PZ 2022-005 preliminary plan for the Culta facility expansion, including conditions from the City Engineer and Planner.
• Approved PZ SE 2021-009 preliminary plan for a solar energy system on Hudson Road and forwarded a positive recommendation to the Board of Appeals for the Special Exception.
• Voted to forward the PZ 2022-003 Master Plan Amendment for the Residences at River Marsh to the City Council with staff recommendations, findings of fact, and an added second egress.
• Deferred the preliminary plan for PZ 2022-001 at 201 Mill Street.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several items, including an ordinance to allow dining in industrial areas, a community solar energy system application, a proposed facility at 10 Washington Street, and an ordinance regarding site plan expiration. The commission will also review findings and recommendations for the Hyatt MDP.

• Ordinance 1191 - Industrial Area Dining
• PZ 2021-009 Community Solar Energy System
• PZ 2022-005 10 Washington Street - CULTA Facility
• Ordinance 1190 - Site Plan Expiration
• Hyatt MDP Findings and Recommendations

City Council

The City Council is reviewing potential uses for available COVID relief funds. The agenda item refers to a document outlining various spending proposals.

• Review of COVID relief funds possible spending proposals

City Council

The City Commission will hold a work session to discuss the methods and locations for spending available COVID-19 funds. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion on how/where to spend COVID-19 Funds

American Disability Act Committee

The ADA Compliance Committee met without a quorum (3 of 7 voting members present), so no official decisions were made. Chair Jerry Burroughs decided to cancel the October 9 ADA Awareness Fair due to COVID-19. The committee discussed ongoing noncompliance at Wawa, Family Dollar, and Bay Vanguard Bank, and plans to use Salisbury University students for sidewalk surveys.

• Cancelled October 9 ADA Awareness Fair due to COVID-19 (chair decision, no quorum)
• Discussed noncompliance at Wawa, Family Dollar, and Bay Vanguard Bank (no action taken)
• Planned to extend sidewalk survey with Salisbury University students (discussion only)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding downtown waterfront zoning and cannabis processing uses. The meeting also includes discussions on increasing maximum fines, fleet management contracts, and potential spending of COVID relief funds.

• Ordinance No. 1188: Downtown Waterfront Development District zoning
• Ordinance No. 1189: Cannabis processing facility permitted uses
• Charter Resolution to increase maximum fines
• Enterprise fleet management contracts
• Draft Ordinance 1190 regarding new or transferred rental units and inspections

The Cambridge City Commission approved a charter resolution increasing maximum fines for city code violations to $1,000, and approved a $3.8 million fire truck purchase using COVID funds. The commission also approved the consent calendar, an enterprise vehicle lease, and a cell phone purchase for the outgoing city manager. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading, and several items were deferred to an October work session.

• Approved Charter Resolution CR-2021-02 raising fines to $1,000 (5-0)
• Approved $3.8M purchase of 3 fire trucks with COVID funds (5-0)
• Approved Enterprise vehicle lease contract (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including meeting minutes and event permits (5-0)
• Approved city manager purchase of city cell phone (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1188 allowing storage buildings in downtown/waterfront districts (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 1189 allowing medical cannabis processing in general commercial district (first reading)
• Tabled discussion on parking minimums and rental licensing to October work session

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission meets to review eight specific requests for exterior changes to historic properties. The agenda includes administrative approvals for gutters, siding, and fencing, as well as full reviews for new additions and porch remodels. No minutes are pending approval, and the agenda is subject to change.

• HPC 2021-067: Window replacement at 1112 Locust St.
• HPC 2022-001: Window replacement at 600 Williams St.
• Administrative approval for gutters at 707 Locust St.
• Administrative approval for siding, fencing, and porch work at 803 Locust St.
• HPC 2022-008 through 011: Reviews for exterior improvements, additions, and porches at 533 Gay St., 121 Choptank Ave., 102 Vue de Leau, and 107 High St.

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission approved a window replacement project at 1112 Locust St, allowing vinyl siding and removal of two windows, but deferred decisions on kitchen window removals and garage plans until more details are provided. The commission also approved several other exterior improvement projects and deferred a window replacement request at 600 William St for further review.

• Approved HPC 2021-067 for 1112 Locust St: vinyl siding and removal of windows #11 & #12 (all in favor)
• Deferred kitchen window removals and garage plans at 1112 Locust St until solid plans are submitted
• Deferred HPC 2022-001 for 600 William St window replacement to next month for more information (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-008 for 533 Poplar St: door, lighting, and fencing replacement (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-009 for 121 Choptank Ave: rear porch rebuild in-kind, pending window specs (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-010 for 102 Vue de Leau St: porch remodel with mahogany flooring (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-011 for 107 High St: rear porch replacement with gable roof and fence (all in favor)
• Administratively approved gutters at 707 Locust St and siding/fencing/porch at 803 Locust St

City Council

The Cambridge, MD City Council agenda for August 9, 2021 lists seven items, including two ordinances (1186 and 1187), a resilience item, an enterprise item, and a housing specification. The agenda text provides only document titles and file names, with no details on what each item proposes or decides.

• Ordinance 1187 (Item 5)
• Ordinance 1186 (Item 6)
• Resilience item (Item 2)
• Enterprise item (Item 7)
• Housing specification (Item 8)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission meets Aug. 9, 2021, to consider a first-reading ordinance extending ethics rules to Cambridge Waterfront Development board members, a second-reading ordinance barring building permits for unlicensed persons or those with unpaid fines, and several contracts including a vehicle lease and office space agreements. The agenda also includes a public presentation on the Duck Race Festival and a closed session for personnel matters.

• First reading of Ordinance 1187: extend conflict-of-interest and financial reporting rules to Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. board; expand 'qualified relative' to include uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, and siblings of a spouse
• Second reading of Ordinance 1186: Public Works may not issue permits to unlicensed persons or anyone with outstanding city code fines until paid in full
• Enterprise Vehicle Lease Proposal (old business)
• Chamber of Commerce Office Space Lease Agreement (new business)
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Yvette L. Robinson (new business)

The Cambridge City Council held a regular meeting on August 9, 2021. They adopted Ordinance No. 1186 (second reading) unanimously, and approved an employment agreement for an interim city manager (5-0) after closed session. The council also approved the consent calendar (4-0-1, with one abstention), a $5,000 contribution to the Groove City Culture Fest, and a housing specialist services agreement with Yvette Robinson. Several items were deferred, including Enterprise Fleet Management contracts and a Chamber of Commerce office lease.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1186 (second reading) unanimously
• Approved interim city manager employment agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar (4-0-1, Roche abstained)
• Approved $5,000 contribution to Groove City Culture Fest unanimously
• Approved housing specialist services agreement with Yvette Robinson unanimously
• Deferred Enterprise Fleet Management contracts to next meeting
• Forwarded Chamber of Commerce office lease to city attorney for future consideration

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission meets August 3, 2021, to consider several land-use items, including an architecture review and signage program for Aldi at 628 Sunburst Highway, a master plan amendment for the Residences at River Marsh, and two zoning text amendments (storage buildings in DWDD, medical cannabis processing). The agenda also lists discussion items on sunsetting older subdivisions, short-term rentals, 7 Cedar Street, and dining in industrial zones.

• PZ 2022-002: Aldi at 628 Sunburst Highway – architecture review and signage program
• PZ 2022-003: Master Plan Amendment for Residences at River Marsh (SRF 1-3, MRF 1-3)
• TA 2022-001: Allow storage buildings in DWDD as permitted use with conditions
• TA 2022-002: Distinguish medical cannabis processing and allow in General Commercial district
• Discussion: Sunsetting older subdivisions, short-term rentals, 7 Cedar Street, dining in industrial zone

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Aldi architecture review at 628 Sunburst Highway, allowing only one monument sign for the project. The Commission also approved a signage program for the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health building, deferred a decision on roof signage pending a site visit, and forwarded several zoning text amendments to the City Council with favorable recommendations. A motion to confirm the City Planning Director's decision that 7 Cedar Street is a nonconforming use was approved, with one abstention.

• Approved Aldi architecture review at 628 Sunburst Highway with one monument sign (all in favor)
• Approved UM Shore Regional Health signage program, except roof sign pending site visit (opposed by Comm. Burroughs)
• Forwarded Master Plan Amendment for Residences at River Marsh to City Council (all in favor)
• Forwarded TA 2022-001 to allow storage buildings in DWDD to City Council (all in favor)
• Forwarded TA 2022-002 on medical cannabis processing to City Council (all in favor)
• Confirmed nonconforming use determination for 7 Cedar Street (all in favor, Comm. Burroughs abstained)
• Approved signage modification at Cambridge Landing, requiring Papa John's sign removal (all in favor)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several applications and ordinances, including sign programs for UM Regional Health and ALDI, a site plan amendment for Tides at River Marsh, and two ordinances concerning storage and medical cannabis. The agenda also includes discussion items.

• Sign program review for UM Regional Health (PZ 2022-004)
• Site plan amendment for Tides at River Marsh (PZ 2022-003)
• Architectural review and sign program for ALDI at 628 Sunburst Highway (PZ 2022-002)
• Ordinance 1188 regarding storage
• Ordinance 1187 regarding medical cannabis

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a work session to discuss a proposed charter amendment (Charter Resolution CR-2021-01) that would establish departments of human resources and legal services, create a director of human resources position, clarify the city attorney's appointment and qualifications, and amend the city manager's personnel duties. The commission will also discuss how to disburse COVID-19 stimulus funds. The agenda includes no other items.

• Charter Resolution CR-2021-01 to amend the City Charter to create departments of human resources and legal services
• Establishment of the Office of Director of Human Resources, with appointment by mayor and confirmation by commissioners
• Clarification of city attorney appointment, qualifications (Maryland bar member), and removal by mayor and commissioners
• Amendment to city manager duties regarding personnel, including hiring and removal of subordinate officers
• Discussion of COVID-19 stimulus funds disbursement

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cambridge Board of Appeals will meet in closed session to obtain legal advice, then hold a public hearing on a variance request for a 54-inch fence at 3 Choptank Ave. The board will also approve the final agenda at the hearing.

• Closed session for legal advice under Md. Code Ann., Gen. Prov. Sec. 3-305(b)(7)
• Public hearing on BoA 2021-005: variance for 54-inch fence at 3 Choptank Ave

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a memorandum of understanding with the Dorchester Skipjack Committee, a commitment letter for the Rails to Trails project, and multiple bids for new rescue fire company apparatus. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and discussion of a Fire in the Field event.

• MOU with Dorchester Skipjack Committee
• Rails to Trails commitment letter
• Rescue Fire Company 2021 Rescue Squad bid
• Rescue Fire Company 2021 Tower Ladder bid
• Rescue Fire Company 2021 Pumper bid

The Cambridge City Commission approved a memorandum of understanding with the Dorchester Skipjack Committee for use of a shed at Long Wharf, a letter to the state highway administration requesting land banking of a railroad bed for a rails-to-trails project, and a traffic calming pilot program. A proposal to purchase three fire trucks for approximately $3.8 million was tabled for a future meeting. The commission also entered closed session to discuss personnel and contract matters.

• Approved MOU with Dorchester Skipjack Committee for shed use at Long Wharf (unanimous)
• Approved letter to state highway administration to land bank railroad bed from Washington Street to Bucktown Road (unanimous)
• Approved traffic calming pilot program in Stone Boundary Road neighborhood and crosswalk at 400 block of Race Street (unanimous)
• Tabled proposal to purchase three fire trucks for approximately $3.8 million
• Approved consent calendar with amended June 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel and contract matters (unanimous)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting to consider several action items, including a $3 million commitment for three fire trucks, a memorandum of understanding for a shed at Long Wharf, and traffic safety changes proposed by the Traffic and Safety Committee. The council will also review meeting minutes and a request for a fall event.

• Three fire truck purchase commitment: 3 trucks for over $3 million
• MOU with Dorchester Skipjack Committee, LLC to use shed at Long Wharf
• Traffic and Safety Committee requests: 3-way stop at Insley and East Appleby Ave; pilot stop signs at High and Church streets
• Rails to Trails possible commitment with MTA to develop rail sections between Washington Street and the Airport
• Joe Kelly requests 'Fire in the Field' event at Cedar and Race Streets, Oct. 22-29, 2021

The City Commission tabled a proposal to buy three fire trucks for about $3.8 million to consider alongside other COVID-funded projects. They approved several items, including a memorandum of understanding for the Dorchester Skipjack Committee to use a shed at Long Wharf, a letter requesting the state land bank a railroad bed for a rails-to-trails expansion, and a traffic calming pilot program with stop signs and crosswalks. The meeting ended with a closed session on personnel and contracts.

• Approved amended June 21, 2021 minutes and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Dorchester Skipjack Committee for Long Wharf shed (unanimous)
• Approved letter to state highway administration to land bank railroad bed for rails-to-trails (unanimous)
• Approved traffic calming pilot program in Stone Boundary Road and crosswalk at 400 block Race Street (unanimous)
• Tabled $3.8M fire truck purchase proposal (no vote)
• Entered closed session for personnel and contract discussions (unanimous)

Cambridge Utilities Commission

The Municipal Utilities Commission is meeting in person on July 22, 2021, to approve expenditures for May and June, adopt prior meeting minutes, and review old business including a walk-up window update and clamp-on meter. The board will also receive a superintendent's report, set the next meeting for September 23, and then enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Approve expenditures for May & June 2021, including transfers from Trust Reserve and to Main Reserves
• Approve minutes from May 27, 2021 meeting
• Walk-up window update and clamp-on meter discussion
• Budget update requiring signatures
• Closed session for personnel matters

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to review several property modifications, including a facade improvement discussion and multiple administrative approvals for awnings, roof replacements, window replacements, and fences. The agenda includes one old business item and several new HPC review cases. The meeting is open to the public via live stream.

• HPC 2021-066: 311 High Street – Facade improvement discussion
• Administrative approval: 104 Willis St. – Awning
• Administrative approval: 1103 Travers St. – Roof replacement
• HPC 2022-001: 600 Williams St. – Window and door glass replacement
• HPC 2022-004: 308 High Street – Slate roof replacement

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a garage door replacement at 101 Mill St and required the owner of 317 Willis St to rebuild a removed chimney to match its original appearance. The commission also approved minutes from earlier 2021 meetings and noted several administrative approvals.

• Approved HPC 2022-038 garage door replacement at 101 Mill St (all in favor)
• Approved HPC 2022-039 requiring chimney rebuild at 317 Willis St to match original (all in favor)
• Approved minutes for Jan-May 2021 (all in favor)
• Noted administrative approvals for 125 Willis St and 203 Belvedere Ave

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing staff reports for eight properties, likely for certificates of appropriateness or similar historic district approvals. The agenda consists solely of these staff reports, with no other business listed.

• 108 West End Ave
• 215 Glenburn Ave
• 308 High Street
• 311-313 High St
• 313 Oakely St

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a special session on July 19, 2021, that consists entirely of a closed session. The closed session is authorized to discuss personnel matters and to consult with legal counsel. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Maryland law for personnel matters and legal consultation

The Cambridge City Commission met in a special session and unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters and legal advice, specifically contracting temporary services with a person. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider a series of ordinances, resolutions, and development-related items, including zoning changes, a dock project, and sewer work. The agenda includes multiple items with attached documents, but no specific details are provided in the agenda text itself.

• Ordinances 1179-1184 and 1186
• Resolution CR-2021-02
• Resolutions 21-13, 21-14000, and 21-15
• Groove City projects on Pine St. and Corn Pk.
• DRI Dock and Hyatt items

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including creating a Neighborhood Conservation 3 Overlay District, rezoning 201 Mill Street, adjusting accessory building rules, waiving permit fees for nonprofits up to $200, and requiring annual registration for non-owner occupied rentals with fines up to $1,000. They will also introduce ordinances to restrict permits for unlicensed persons and raise maximum fines for code violations. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on the Hearn Building, youth programs, and grant agreements.

• Second reading and public hearing for Ordinance 1179 creating Neighborhood Conservation 3 Overlay District
• Rezoning 201 Mill Street (Tax ID 07-173814) to include NC-3 overlay
• Ordinance 1182 waiving building permit fees up to $200 for nonprofits
• Ordinance 1183: annual registration for non-owner occupied rentals, fine increase from $100 to $1,000
• First reading of Ordinance 1185 restricting permits for unlicensed persons and those with outstanding fines

The Cambridge City Commission approved six ordinances on second reading, including a new rental registration requirement for non-owner-occupied dwellings with fines up to $1,000, and several zoning changes. They also approved grant agreements for the Beasley Market and Maces Lane Community Center, and amended the Hyatt Master Development Plan to include a swimming pool and Willow Oaks Condominium proposal. All votes were 5-0 except for one amendment to the rental ordinance, which passed 3-2.

• Approved amended Ordinance 1179 creating a Neighborhood Conservation 3 Overlay District (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1180 rezoning 201 Mill Street to include the NC3 Overlay (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1181 on accessory building setbacks (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1182 waiving permit fees for nonprofits up to $200 (5-0).
• Approved amended Ordinance 1183 requiring annual registration for non-owner-occupied rentals, with fines up to $1,000 (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance 1184 limiting units per square foot in the Downtown Waterfront District (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-13 (Beasley Market grant) and 21-14 (Maces Lane grant) (5-0 each).
• Adopted amended Hyatt Master Development Plan including a swimming pool and Willow Oaks Condominium proposal (5-0).

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several items including a Hyatt development plan, medical cannabis regulations, and two ordinances related to Race Street and storage. They will also consider a storage building at 802 Peachblossom. The agenda consists of these review items.

• Hyatt MDP combined plan review
• Medical cannabis combined review
• Ordinance 1184 for Race Street
• Ordinance 118 for storage
• 802 Peachblossom storage building review

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance limiting units per square foot in the Downtown Waterfront Development District, and will discuss a concept plan for a storage building near Peachblossom Avenue. The agenda also includes discussion items on a Hyatt master plan amendment, storage structures, and medical cannabis processing in commercial zones.

• Concept plan PZ-2021-011 for a new storage building at 802 Peachblossom Avenue (Map 0304, Grid 008, Parcel 3900)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1184 to amend dimensional requirements in the Downtown Waterfront Development District – Core Subdistrict
• Aldi project at 628 Sunburst Highway deferred by applicant (PZ 2022-001)
• Discussion on Hyatt Master Plan Amendment with Charlie Fairchild
• Discussion on processing medical cannabis products in commercial zoned properties

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the concept plan for a new storage building at 802 Peachblossom Avenue (PZ 2021-011), with preliminary plans to follow. They also voted to forward Ordinance 1184 to the City Council, which would amend zoning rules for the downtown core. A request by Aldi for a new store was deferred to August, and a discussion on medical cannabis processing was held without action.

• Approved PZ 2021-011 concept plan for a 30x50 ft storage building at 802 Peachblossom Avenue, with preliminary plans to continue.
• Approved forwarding Ordinance 1184 to the City Council, amending dimensional requirements in the DWDD Core Subdistrict.
• Approved Ordinance No. 118 with added conditions regarding storage structures in the Downtown Core.
• Deferred PZ 2022-001 (Aldi at 628 Sunburst Highway) to the August meeting at the applicant's request.
• Discussed a Master Plan Amendment for the Residences at River Marsh, with no formal action taken.
• Discussed a potential text amendment for medical cannabis processing facilities, with no formal action taken.

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a work session to discuss a proposed charter amendment (Charter Resolution No. CR-2021-01) that would establish departments of human resources and legal services, create the position of Director of Human Resources, clarify the appointment and qualifications of the City Attorney, and amend the City Manager's personnel duties. The discussion is part of the process to potentially place the amendment on a future ballot for voter approval.

• Charter Resolution CR-2021-01: establishes Departments of Human Resources and Legal Services
• Creates Director of Human Resources position with specific powers and duties
• Clarifies City Attorney appointment and qualifications (must be Maryland bar member)
• Amends City Manager duties and qualifications (requires MPA/MBA or related degree, 5 years experience)
• Public hearing on the charter amendment to be scheduled

City Council

This is a special council session with no substantive agenda items listed. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and a reference to a PDF document, indicating a procedural or administrative meeting.

The City Commission voted 5-0 to extend the temporary waiver ordinance for Poplar Avenue street closures and outdoor dining until October 31, 2021, with specific hours (Friday 3-11, Saturday 10-11, Sunday 10-5) and a requirement that bands be inside unless approved by the Commission. The Commission also voted 4-0 to contact Allied Security Agency for police/security service on site at Greenwood Avenue and Leonard's Lane due to security concerns, and tasked Dale Price to investigate why Commissioner Sputty Cephas lost connection during the meeting.

• Approved extension of the temporary waiver ordinance for Poplar Avenue street closures and outdoor dining until October 31, 2021, with specified hours and no outside bands (5-0 vote).
• Directed that diagrams of closures/set-ups be made by the Engineering department and reviewed by the fire chief within ten business days, with sign-off by the City Manager.
• Approved contacting Allied Security Agency for police/security service on site at Greenwood Avenue and Leonard's Lane (4-0 vote).
• Tasked Dale Price to investigate why Commissioner Sputty Cephas lost communication during the meeting.

American Disability Act Committee

The Cambridge ADA Committee is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss new business, including identifying a new city commissioner and addressing ADA compliance issues at WaWa and Family Dollar. Old business includes reviewing 2020 projects, coordinating with the school board on a student sidewalk survey, and planning an ADA event for October 9, 2021.

• Discussion of WaWa not being ADA compliant
• Family Dollar not in compliance
• Planning ADA Affair for October 9, 2021
• Student sidewalk survey with Board of Education
• Outdoor dining authority discussion involving Theo and Ava

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cambridge Board of Zoning Appeals met remotely on June 22, 2021, to consider two specific zoning appeals. No minutes were approved during this session. The agenda focused solely on public hearings for a special exception at Peachblossom Avenue and a variance request at Choptank Avenue.

• BoA 2021-004: Special Exception for a religious assembly building at 900/902 Peachblossom
• BoA 2021-005: Variance request to allow a 54-inch fence in front and side yards at 3 Choptank Ave

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission held a special meeting to conduct the final public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1178, which appropriates funds for Fiscal Year 2022 (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022). The ordinance balances revenues and expenditures across the General, Marina, Sewer, and Municipal Utilities Commission funds. Additionally, the commission received presentations regarding the City Health Insurance Program for FY 2022.

• Ordinance No. 1178 adopted: General Fund revenue and appropriations set at $18,515,836.
• Sewer Fund budget approved with total revenues and appropriations of $5,166,700 (Note: Source text lists $5,166,770 in totals but components sum to $5,166,700; using source total).
• Municipal Utilities Commission Fund budget approved at $2,423,502.
• Marina Fund budget approved at $955,084.
• General Fund taxes allocated at $9,119,849; Police Department appropriation set at $6,480,387.

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is holding a work session as a walking tour with the Clean Water Advisory Committee to visit various sites around the city. They will discuss an Empowerment Center grant, potential projects like Blue Ruin Alley, and ongoing efforts such as stream restoration and bioswales. The tour includes a kayak and boat tour of Cambridge Creek.

• Empowerment Center intro and EC Grant discussion
• Blackwater Bakery parking lot and city-owned lot behind it
• Cannery Way site visit
• Blue Ruin Alley potential project
• Peach Blossom Stream Restoration and bioswale at Deep Harbor

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on June 16, 2021, to review several administrative approvals and HPC applications for changes to historic properties. The agenda includes roof replacements, new signage, a garage, window and door repairs, and other exterior modifications. Public participation is via conference call or live stream due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• 704 Church St. roof replacement
• 112 Oakley St. slate roof replacement (HPC 2021-065)
• 311/313 High St. new signage and façade renovation (HPC 2021-066)
• 1112 Locust St. new garage, siding, windows (HPC 2021-067)
• 700 Water St. new siding, rear addition, deck (HPC 2021-071)

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission approved seven applications for signage, roofing, siding, windows, and porch repairs, and deferred two projects for further review. All approvals were unanimous. The commission also administratively approved a roof replacement at 704 Church Street.

• Approved HPC 2021-066 for 313 High St signage (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-065 for synthetic slate roof at 112 Oakley St (unanimous)
• Deferred HPC 2021-067 for renovations at 1112 Locust St until site meeting (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-068 for windows and door repairs at 301 Choptank Ave (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-069 for fire damage repairs at 117 Willis St (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-070 for rear porch repairs at 7 Choptank Ave (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-071 for siding, addition, and deck at 700 Water St (unanimous)
• Deferred HPC 2021-072 for rear porch at 117 West End Ave pending specs (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to review staff reports for eight specific properties. The agenda lists the addresses but does not specify the nature of the applications or the decisions to be made. No other business or procedural items are detailed in the provided text.

• Staff report for 117 West End Ave
• Staff report for 117 Willis St
• Staff report for 7 Choctank
• Staff report for 301 Choctank Ave
• Staff report for 311_313 High St

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including the FY2022 budget ordinance, several zoning and land-use changes, and various event and funding requests. The agenda includes multiple ordinances and resolutions that will be voted on or discussed.

• ORD 1178: FY2022 budget ordinance
• ORD 1179: Neighborhood overlay zoning
• ORD 1180: Rezoning 201 Mill Street
• ORD 1181: Zoning change
• ORD 1182: Non-profit permits

The City Commission held a special meeting to finalize the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The budget was amended to change water numbers to $2,459,231, and a separate amendment allocated $50,000 from contingency and $12,000 from the economic development office for Chamber and Mainstreet funds. Both amendments were approved, and the budget ordinance was adopted. No citizens called in during public comment.

• Approved amendment to change water budget numbers to $2,459,231.
• Approved amendment allocating $50,000 from contingency and $12,000 from economic development office for Chamber and Mainstreet funds.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1178, the Fiscal Year 2022 budget.
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting.

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a regular session to consider several ordinances, including the FY2022 budget, zoning amendments, and fee changes. They will also review requests for street closures and event permits, and discuss various city business items.

• Ordinance 1179: Create Neighborhood Conservation 3 Overlay District
• Ordinance 1180: Rezone 201 Mill Street to include NC3 overlay
• Ordinance 1182: Waive building permit fees up to $200 for nonprofits
• Ordinance 1183: Increase fine for unregistered rental units from $100 to $1,000
• Resolution 21-11: Set salary schedules for city employees and police for FY2022

The Cambridge City Commission approved the FY2022 budget ordinance (No. 1178) on second reading, with a final hearing and adoption scheduled for June 21. They also approved $160,000 in funding for the Mace's Lane Community Center, adopted a social media policy, and approved a resolution establishing salary controls for general employees and police officers. A motion to abandon the unimproved end of Rambler Road failed 2-3.

• Approved FY2022 budget ordinance No. 1178 (5-0)
• Approved $160,000 for Mace's Lane Community Center (5-0)
• Adopted social media policy (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-11 on salary controls (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-12 requesting MMA support for revenue options (5-0)
• Approved bid for city demolition work (5-0)
• Failed to abandon unimproved end of Rambler Road (2-3)
• Approved consent calendar including event permits (5-0)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting to consider Ordinance No. 1178, which sets the FY2022 budget. The agenda includes the final draft budget document and a budget numbers summary for review. This is a regular meeting focused on the annual budget approval process.

• Ordinance No. 1178 - FY 2022 Budget
• Budget 2022 Final Draft June 4, 2021
• FY 2022 Budget Numbers Summary June 3

The Cambridge City Commission held its regular meeting on June 7, 2021, and approved the agenda. The only substantive action was the first reading of Ordinance 1178, the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, with a second reading scheduled for June 14, 2021. Public comments were heard on various topics, but no other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Roche, second by Sputty Cephas)
• Introduced Ordinance 1178 (FY2022 budget) for first reading; second reading set for June 14, 2021

City Council

The City Commissioners convened a special meeting via conference call to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget. The agenda included the introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 1178 to adopt and approve the budget for the period of July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022.

• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 1178 (Fiscal Year 2022 Budget)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The budget includes significant police officer pay increases, a 2% raise for other city workers, and funding for various capital projects and community initiatives. The meeting is being held by conference call due to the COVID-19 threat.

• Police officer pay increase averaging $5,763 per officer, plus $1,000 one-time adjustment
• 2% pay increase for all other city workers, with $500 one-time adjustment and $15/hour minimum wage
• $75,000 allocation for Leonards Lane Pathway
• $50,000 for Main Street economic development contract
• $125,000 commitment toward parking lot development for Packing House and Park

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will meet remotely on June 1, 2021, to consider a concept plan for a new storage building near 802 Peachblossom Avenue, review the annual housing report to the state, and hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments. One amendment would create an NC-3 Overlay for 201 Mill Street (School House), and the other would adjust rules for accessory structures on corner lots and height limits. The commission will also discuss medical cannabis processing on commercially zoned properties.

• Concept plan for new storage building adjacent to 802 Peachblossom Avenue (Map 0304, Grid 008, Parcel 3900)
• Annual Housing Report to the State of Maryland Planning Department
• Public hearing: TA 2021-005 — creation of NC-3 Overlay and map amendment for 201 Mill Street (School House)
• Public hearing: TA 2021-012 — administrative approval of accessory structures on through corner lots; restrict accessory structures taller than 12 feet to 5-foot rear setback
• Discussion: processing of medical cannabis products on commercial zoned properties

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several agenda items, including an annual report, a corner through lot ordinance, edible cannabis regulations, a storage building at 802 Peachblossom, and a text amendment for the NC 3 overlay district. The agenda lists documents but no specific actions or decisions are detailed.

• Annual report short form 2021
• Corner through lot ordinance
• Edible cannabis regulations
• 802 Peachblossom storage building application
• TA 2021-005 NC 3 overlay amendment

City Council

The agenda contains various items for discussion and review, including tributes and specific street-related matters. The document does not provide detailed descriptions of the proposed actions or decisions for most listed items.

• Pine St. item
• Douglas Street item
• Enterprise Zone item

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a regular session on May 24, 2021, with a closed session at 5 p.m. and open session at 6 p.m. They will consider several items, including property acquisition on Douglas Street, an EV charging stations agreement with Delmarva, a property transfer with CWDI, and a revision/cancellation of the office rental agreement with SBA. The agenda also includes public requests for event permits and a presentation on Cannery Park Phase 2.

• Property acquisition on Douglas Street adjacent to Cornish Park
• Delmarva EV charging stations agreement
• CWDI property transfer agreement
• Revision/cancellation of rental agreement of office space with SBA
• Enterprise Zone application for Dorchester Marketplace

Cambridge Utilities Commission

The Municipal Utilities Commission will meet in person at 5:30pm on May 27, 2021, at City Council Chambers, 305 Gay St., Cambridge, MD. The agenda includes a public request, approval of expenditures for March and April 2021, and approval of minutes from March 25, 2021. Old business covers updates on the walk-up window, truck purchase, and budget. New business includes a water quality report and the superintendent's report.

• Public request to meet with Commission – Mr. Gary Newcomb
• Approve expenditures for March & April 2021
• Approve minutes for meeting of March 25, 2021
• Walk-up window update
• Truck purchase update

The Cambridge Municipal Utilities Commission approved expenditures for March and April 2021, and approved minutes from the March 25, 2021 meeting. They unanimously approved a budget adjustment to reflect raises for MUC employees. The commission also directed staff to investigate street opening concerns raised by a resident and to report on the Fletcher Ave tank damage at the next meeting.

• Approved expenditures for March and April 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY-22 budget adjustment for employee raises (unanimous)
• Directed staff to report on street opening concerns at next meeting
• Directed staff to report on Fletcher Ave tank damage at next meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a remote meeting on May 19, 2021, to review applications for changes to historic properties. The agenda includes one old business item (new side entrance steps at 205 West End Ave.) and several administrative approvals for roof and gutter replacements, plus multiple HPC reviews for fences, siding, sheds, and other exterior changes. The meeting is open to the public via conference call or live stream.

• HPC 2021-014: New side entrance steps at 205 West End Ave.
• Roof replacement at 212 Choptank Ave.
• Gutter replacements at 118 Choptank Ave. and 201 High St.
• HPC 2021-056: Replacing fence with 6' vinyl fence at 104 West End Ave.
• HPC 2021-057: New façade at 500 Poplar St. (non-contributing building)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved 10 of 11 applications for exterior changes, including new steps, fences, sheds, siding, and a façade project. One application (HPC 2021-057) was deferred to the next meeting. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved HPC 2021-014: new side entrance steps and gravel driveway at 205 West End Ave (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-056: six-foot vinyl fence at 104 West End Ave (unanimous)
• Deferred HPC 2021-057: new façade at 500 Poplar St to next meeting
• Approved HPC 2021-058: 12'x24' shed at 110 West End Ave, must be compatible with home (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-059: vinyl siding at 1109 Locust St, with conditions on siding width and window trim (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-060: six-foot wooden privacy fence at 313 Willis St, with condition to establish lot boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-061: 40-foot fence addition at 215 Choptank Ave (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-062: five-foot vinyl privacy fence at 311 Oakley St (unanimous)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to receive an overview presentation on the city manager's proposed 2022 budget. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. Citizens can observe online or participate by phone.

• Overview of proposed 2022 city budget

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to receive an overview presentation on the city manager's proposed 2022 budget. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. Citizens can observe online or participate by phone.

• Overview of proposed 2022 city budget

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session to receive an overview presentation on the city manager's proposed 2022 budget. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. Citizens can observe online or participate by phone due to the COVID-19 conference-call format.

• Overview presentation on city manager's proposed 2022 budget

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed FY 2022 budget, including a draft budget document and a revenue proposal. This is a discussion item, not a final vote.

• Proposed FY 2022 budget draft
• FY 2022 revenue proposal

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider several items, including an ordinance, multiple resolutions, and contracts. The agenda lists attachments for items such as the Empowerment Center, Juneteenth, Ordinance 1177, Architect Beasley, Resolution 21-10, a seawall project, and Resolution 21-09. The specific details of these items are not included in the provided text.

• Ordinance 1177
• Resolution 21-10
• Resolution 21-09
• Seawall project
• Empowerment Center

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on Ordinance No. 1177, which sets the annual real and personal property tax levy for fiscal year 2022. The Commission will also consider awarding a contract for the Oakley Street Seawall Replacement and authorize work on the Beasley project. Several public requests and a TAG grant resolution are on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 1177: FY2022 tax levy for real and personal property
• Award of contract for Oakley Street Seawall Replacement
• Resolution for TAG Grant $35,000
• Authorization for City Manager to begin architect work on Beasley project (Pine and Wells Street)
• Public requests: Empowerment Center fitness sessions at Cedar and Race Streets; Juneteenth Celebration/BLM mural touch-up on 400 block of Race Street

The City Commission adopted Ordinance 1177 establishing the FY2022 tax levy, approved the Beasley project architect contract and Resolution 21-10, awarded the Oakley Street Seawall replacement contract to David A. Bramble, Inc. for $243,693, and approved Resolution 21-09 for a $35,000 technical assistance grant for the Pine Street Neighborhood small area plan. All votes were 5-0, with Commissioner Sputty Cephas recusing from the seawall vote.

• Adopted FY2022 tax levy ordinance (5-0)
• Authorized architect contract with Crosby and Associates for Beasley project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-10 for Beasley Project Pine and Wells Streets (5-0)
• Awarded Oakley Street Seawall contract to David A. Bramble, Inc. for $243,693 (5-0, Cephas recused)
• Approved Resolution 21-09 for $35,000 TAG for Pine Street Neighborhood small area plan (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 1177, which would set the real and personal property tax rates for fiscal year 2022. The agenda includes the ordinance text and a public notice, indicating a formal decision on the rates.

• Ordinance No. 1177: FY 2022 real and personal property tax rates
• Public notice for the ordinance

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a remote meeting on May 4, 2021, to review findings of fact for the Residences at River Marsh (Hyatt) Master Plan amendment, consider a solar field on Route 343, and review a request for religious assembly buildings on Peachblossom Avenue. A public hearing is scheduled for a zoning map amendment creating the NC-3 Overlay Zone for the Mill Street School House. The commission will also discuss a Bank of America ATM, accessory structure setbacks, and medical marijuana edibles production.

• PZ 2021-004: Review of Findings of Fact for Residences at River Marsh (Hyatt) Master Plan amendment
• PZ 2021-009: Solar field on ten-acre lease property on Rte. 343 (Hudson Road)
• PZ 2021-010: SE buildings for religious assembly at 902 Peachblossom Ave.
• TA 2021-005: Public hearing on Mill Street School House NC-3 Overlay Zone and zoning map amendment
• Discussion: Bank of America stand-alone ATM, accessory structure setbacks, medical marijuana edibles

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several applications and ordinances, including a community solar energy system, a religious assembly hall at 901 Peachblossom, and a proposed NC-3 overlay district and map amendment. The agenda also includes a Bank of America standalone ATM and a discussion on through corner lots. These are items for discussion and recommendation, not final decisions.

• Community solar energy system application (PZ 2021-009)
• Religious assembly hall at 901 Peachblossom (PZ 2021-010)
• NC-3 overlay district ordinance and map amendment
• Bank of America standalone ATM proposal
• Through corner lots discussion

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is holding a work session for the City Housing Task Force. The meeting will be conducted via conference call due to the COVID-19 threat, with public observation and comment options available. The agenda includes an open discussion period.

• Work session for the City Housing Task Force
• Meeting held by conference call due to COVID-19
• Public can observe via TownHallStreams.com
• Public comments accepted by phone during the meeting
• Open discussion on the agenda

American Disability Act Committee

The Cambridge ADA Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, discuss new business including the appointment of a new City Commissioner for the 5th Ward, and consider nominations for new committee members. They will also address old business, such as ongoing projects from 2020, a student sidewalk survey, and outdoor dining.

• Nomination of Louise White and Rosalind Matthews for committee membership
• Discussion of new City Commissioner for 5th Ward, Chad Malkus
• Proposal to stencil 'No Bikes/skateboard etc on sidewalk'
• Check with Board of Education Superintendent on letter for student sidewalk survey
• Outdoor dining discussion involving Theo and Ava

The Cambridge ADA Compliance Committee met on April 28, 2021, and unanimously approved the revised agenda and the minutes from the September 30, 2020 meeting. Mayor Andrew Bradshaw announced he will return the committee to its formal organization as established by City Council Resolution, including appointing a Council Representative, an Alternate Council Representative, and exploring the appointment of a City ADA Coordinator. The Mayor also requested quarterly reports to the City Council and discussed plans for the October 9 ADA Fair, code enforcement, and ADA-compliant pathways. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed and directed for future action.

• Approved revised agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 30, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Mayor to appoint Council Representative and Alternate to ADA Committee
• Mayor to explore appointing a City ADA Coordinator
• Committee to provide quarterly reports to City Council
• Proceed with distribution of ADA Measure Sticks and instructional materials
• Members to report ADA noncompliance to City Code Enforcement Officer
• Adjourned at 5:35 pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Cambridge Board of Appeals will meet remotely on April 27, 2021, at 6:00 pm. The main item is a public hearing on a special exception request to reestablish a former corner store at 901/903 Pine Street. The board will also approve minutes from the October 27, 2020 meeting. Public attendance is by conference call only due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Public hearing: BoA 2021-003 — special exception to reestablish a former corner store at 901/903 Pine Street
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2020
• Remote meeting via conference call (dial-in and access code provided)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting to consider two ordinances: one amending the city's noise regulations and another establishing the FY2022 property tax levy. They will also discuss potential traffic calming measures and a possible solar presentation. The agenda includes several requests for event permits and street closures.

• Ordinance No. 1174: Amends noise rules to prohibit amplified voice speakers, exempts amplified music at restaurants/bars, and changes noise variance procedures.
• Ordinance No. 1177: Sets the annual real and personal property tax levy for FY2022 (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022).
• Request to consider all-way stops or traffic calming at East Appleby and Insley St. and other locations.
• Request to invite Ultra Solar Group to present on solar installations to save power costs and community solar options.
• Multiple event permits: COVID vaccination event, bike ride, street fair, festivals, and a power boat regatta.

The Cambridge City Commission approved an amended agenda and the consent calendar unanimously, including approvals for several events subject to health department approval. Ordinance 1177 was introduced for first reading to establish the FY2022 tax levy. No other substantive decisions were made; traffic concerns were referred to a committee.

• Approved amended agenda with Ordinance 1174 removed (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar with event approvals subject to health department approval (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 1177 for first reading (FY2022 tax levy)
• Referred Insley St. traffic concerns to Traffic and Safety Committee
• Agreed Ultra Solar Group to present at May 10 meeting

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several agenda items, including two ordinances (ORD 1174 and ORD 1177) and multiple event-related items such as the Eastern Shore, Six Pillars, Showcase, Celebration, Unity, Regatta, Thunder, Memorial Service, and Groove. The agenda lists these items but provides no details on their content or outcomes.

• ORD 1174
• ORD 1177
• Eastern Shore event
• Six Pillars event
• Regatta and Thunder events

Traffic and Safety Committee

The Traffic and Safety Committee is discussing speeding on East Appleby Ave, including options like midblock stop signs or speed bumps, and whether to pair requests with other wards. They will also review a SHA email about Maces Lane, a waiver for the Washington St/Route 343 bypass, pop-up projects on Greenwood Ave and Leonards Lane, and draft Complete and Green Street and Vision Zero policies. The meeting is a discussion, not a final decision-making session.

• East Appleby Ave speeding: stop signs at Insley St or speed calming/bumps
• Dallas Baker SHA email re Maces Lane
• Washington St/Route 343 westside bypass waiver vs low-cost alternatives
• Pop-up projects on Greenwood Ave and Leonards Lane
• Complete and Green Street Policy / Vision Zero Policy drafts

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review several applications for exterior renovations, including fences, porches, and roof replacements. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous sessions.

• Administrative approvals for roof replacements at 306 Oakley Street, 705 Church Street, 703 Church Street, 806 Locust Street, and 100 Glenburn Avenue
• Gutter replacement at 3 Choptank
• Porch repair at 116 Belvedere
• Review of exterior renovations at 121 Willis St.
• Review of fence and shed replacement at 105 West End Ave.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved all eight applications for exterior renovations, including a shipping container shed, a fence replacement after a stop-work order, and a new facade. All approvals were unanimous. The commission also administratively approved several roof, gutter, and porch repairs.

• Approved HPC 2021-048 at 121 Willis Street with conditions on shed covering and site plan (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-049 at 105 West End Avenue for fence and shed replacement after the fact (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-050 at 209 Glenburn Avenue for screened porch (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-051 at 116 Belvedere Avenue for deck repairs with TRX-A railings (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-052 at 201 High Street for metal fence with gates (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-053 at 502 Poplar Street for new facade (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-054 at 112 Mill Street for screened porch (unanimous)
• Approved HPC 2021-055 at 100 West End Avenue for exterior improvements with additional specs (unanimous)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commissioners are holding a work session via conference call due to the COVID-19 threat. The agenda lists only a Police Department item, but no details are provided. Citizens can observe or participate remotely.

• Police Department item on agenda

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold public hearings and vote on four ordinances, including one to allow residential-only conversion of mixed-use properties on the 400 block of Maryland Avenue, another to permit professional offices in the Corridor Mixed-Use district, a new chapter for honorary street name signs, and a clarification of code enforcement authority. The meeting also includes presentations from Ironman Maryland and Shore Hawks Travel Sports, and discussion of a scooter rental MOU and legal services RFP.

• Ordinance 1172: Allow residential-only conversion of mixed-use properties on 400 block of Maryland Avenue
• Ordinance 1173: Permit professional offices in Corridor Mixed-Use zoning district
• Ordinance 1175: Establish honorary street name sign policies
• Ordinance 1176: Clarify code enforcement authority for garbage and sanitation
• Resolution 21-08: Consent to seventh extension of state of emergency

The Cambridge City Commission approved four ordinances, including allowing residential conversion in the 400 block of Maryland Avenue, permitting professional offices in the Corridor Mixed-Use district, establishing honorary street name sign policies, and clarifying code enforcement authority. The council also approved a scooter rental MOU with Bird, a legal services RFP, and a state of emergency extension. Appointments were made for housing task force and ADA committee liaisons.

• Approved Ordinance 1172 allowing residential conversion in 400 block of Maryland Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1173 permitting professional offices in Corridor Mixed-Use district (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1175 establishing honorary street name sign policies (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1176 clarifying code enforcement authority, as amended (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for Legal Services as amended (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Bird Scooters (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-08 extending state of emergency (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner S. Cephas as housing task force liaison (unanimous); appointed Commissioner Malkus to ADA Committee (4-1)

City Council

The agenda consists of various legislative items including ordinances and resolutions. The provided text does not contain specific details regarding the content of these individual documents.

• Ordinance 1172
• Ordinance 1173
• Ordinance 1175
• Ordinance 1176
• Resolution 21-08

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several agenda items, including development plans, a zoning text amendment, and non-conforming signs. The agenda consists of attached documents for each item, with no detailed discussion notes provided.

• American Legion Post review
• Bank of America revised plan
• Hyatt MDP-3, MDP-4, MDP-5
• PZ 2020-010: Landscape, lighting review for Waterford Estates, Heron Point
• TA 2021-005: NC 3 Overlay zoning text amendment

City Council

The Cambridge City Commissioners are holding a special called meeting to discuss several operational matters, including legal services, garbage services, a county council letter about recycling bins on Leonards Lane, and a proposed memorandum of understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. to operate scooters in Cambridge. The meeting will begin with a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Closed session to discuss personnel matters (appointment, employment, discipline, etc.)
• Discussion of Legal Services
• Discussion of Garbage Services
• County Council letter regarding recycling bins on Leonards Lane
• MOU Agreement with Bird Rides, Inc. to operate scooters in Cambridge

The Cambridge City Commission held a special meeting via conference call, approving an RFP for legal services, directing staff to meet with the garbage provider, and discussing options for recycling after county removal. They also agreed to review a Bird scooters proposal at the next meeting. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters (5-0)
• Approved issuing RFP for legal services, with deadline at least 60 days after RFP document approval (5-0)
• Directed mayor, city manager, public works superintendent, and building safety head to meet with garbage provider and report at first April meeting (5-0)
• Approved working with mayor and city manager on recycling service options after county removed bins (5-0)
• Approved presenting Bird scooters agreement at next meeting with company and fleet manager present (5-0)

City Council

This is a special called meeting of the Cambridge City Commissioners. The agenda contains two items, each with an attached PDF document: 'SPECIAL UPDATE.PDF' and 'BIRD RIDES.PDF'. No further details are provided in the agenda text itself.

• Special update (details in SPECIAL UPDATE.PDF)
• Bird rides (details in BIRD RIDES.PDF)

Cambridge Utilities Commission

The Cambridge Municipal Utilities Commission is meeting to approve January and February 2021 expenditures, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss old business including the Leonard Lane & Washington St. property, MUC employment, and a clamp on a meter. New business includes a truck purchase and a discussion of the proposed FY-22 budget. The agenda also includes a public request to meet with the Commission from Mr. Gary Newcomb.

• Approve expenditures for January 2021 totaling $227,506.06 and February 2021 totaling $127,629.18
• Discussion of proposed FY-22 budget
• Truck purchase (new business)
• Public request to meet with Commission from Mr. Gary Newcomb
• Old business: Leonard Lane & Washington St. property, MUC employment, clamp on meter

The Cambridge Municipal Utilities Commission approved the FY-22 budget as written, which includes no raises and a new pick-up truck, and approved the purchase of a truck for $60,973, exceeding the budget by about $6,000. They also approved expenditures for January and February 2021, the January 28th meeting minutes, and the purchase of a clamp-on meter to investigate water loss at the Mushroom Canning Company. The next meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2021.

• Approved FY-22 budget as written (all approved)
• Approved truck purchase for $60,973 (motion by Williams, seconded by Brooks)
• Approved expenditures for January and February 2021 (motion by Pasden, seconded by Ford)
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2021 meeting (motion by Nabb-Holotik, seconded by Williams)
• Approved purchase of clamp-on 8-inch meter (motion by Brooks, seconded by Pasden)

City Council

The City Council will consider several new ordinances regarding noise, honorary street names, and health and sanitation. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Clean Water Advisory Group.

• Ordinance 1174: Noise
• Ordinance 1175: Honorary Street Names
• Ordinance 1176: Health and Sanitation
• Clean Water Advisory Group presentation
• Review of Code Enforcement Officer documents

The Cambridge City Council approved in principle a tax reduction request for Blackwater Crossing, contingent on stipulations and continued negotiation with the county. The council also appointed members to the Police Board, with Ward 4 appointee Lashon Foster approved 3-2. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, and the council held closed sessions for legal and personnel matters.

• Approved Blackwater Crossing tax reduction request in principle (unanimous)
• Appointed Abbey Messick to Police Board Ward 1 (unanimous)
• Appointed Lynette Wongus to Police Board Ward 2 (unanimous)
• Appointed Cesar Gonzalez to Police Board Ward 3 (unanimous)
• Appointed Lashon Foster to Police Board Ward 4 (3-2)
• Appointed Mike Stewart to Police Board Ward 5 (unanimous)
• Appointed Chantay Nelson as Mayor's Police Board appointee (unanimous)
• Approved amended Code Enforcement Officer job description (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission is holding a remote work session to discuss revisions to its bylaws, educational practices for the public, and issues related to historic district signage, realtor notification, and design guideline enforcement. The meeting is open to the public via conference call and will be streamed live.

• Revisions to HPC Bylaws
• Educational Practices for General Public
• Historic District signage, realtor notification and Design Guideline / code enforcement

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including three ordinances (1171, 1172, 1173), a resolution (21-07), and various other matters such as appointments, a finance director position, and property-related issues. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with specific items like a running event, a statue letter, and hazard mitigation.

• Ordinance 1172
• Ordinance 1173
• Ordinance 1171
• Resolution 21-07
• Egypt Rd and Pine Street items

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission is meeting to consider several ordinances, including a tax credit for public safety officers, zoning changes for residential conversion and professional offices, and various other items. The meeting includes a closed session for business recruitment and personnel matters, followed by a public session with presentations, consent calendar items, and new business proposals.

• Ordinance 1171: real property tax credit for public safety officers (second reading, public hearing, adoption)
• Ordinance 1172: allow residential conversion in 400 block of Maryland Avenue (first reading)
• Ordinance 1173: allow professional offices in Corridor Mixed-Use district (first reading)
• Purchase of eight properties from Dorchester County delinquent tax holdings
• Proposals for hazard mitigation and appraisal services for Pine Street Neighborhood Project

The Cambridge City Commission approved Ordinance 1171, granting a real property tax credit for public safety officers, on a unanimous vote. They also approved several other items, including the establishment of a City Hall Restoration Committee, the purchase of eight properties from Dorchester County's delinquent tax inventory, and the creation of a Finance Director position. The commission approved amendments to the land use agreement for the Egypt Road solar project and proposals for hazard mitigation and appraisal services for the Pine Street Neighborhood Project.

• Approved Ordinance 1171 (second reading) granting a real property tax credit for public safety officers, unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 21-07 establishing the City Hall Restoration Committee, unanimously.
• Approved purchase of eight properties from Dorchester County's delinquent tax holdings, unanimously.
• Approved Mayor's appointments to Technology and Traffic and Safety committees, unanimously.
• Approved the Finance Director position and position description, 5-0.
• Approved amendment to the Egypt Road solar project land use agreement, 5-0.
• Approved hazard mitigation service proposals from Sussex Environmental and Fisher Environmental for the Pine Street Neighborhood Project, 4-1 (Commissioner L. Cephas opposed).
• Approved appraisal services proposal from W.R. Cain and Associates for the Pine Street Neighborhood Project, 5-0.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a remote meeting on March 2, 2021, to review several site plans, a special exception, and two text amendments. They will also discuss density at the Hyatt property. The meeting is open to the public via web stream.

• PZ 2021-001: Architectural review and sign program for Advance Auto and Dorchester County Social Services at Dorchester Square
• PZ 2018-010: Preliminary site plan review for Factory F at 411 Dorchester Ave
• PZ 2021-006: Special exception for a corner store at 901/903 Pines Street SE
• PZ 2020-010: Site plan revisions for Heron Point and Waterford Estates, including landscape/lighting and public works agreement
• TA 2021-009 and TA 2021-010: Text amendments to allow third residential unit at 421 Maryland Ave and office use in CMU zone

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved architectural and sign plans for Advanced Auto and Dorchester County Social Services at Dorchester Square, a preliminary site plan for Factory F at 411 Dorchester Ave, a special exception recommendation for a corner store at 901/903 Pine Street, and a site plan revision for Heron Point and Waterford Estates. It also approved two text amendments: one to allow a third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue and another to permit office use in the CMU zone. The commission discussed but took no action on a request to clarify multi-family density in the RP-2 zone for the Hyatt property.

• Approved PZ 2021-001: architectural review and sign program for Advanced Auto and Dorchester County Social Services at Dorchester Square as proposed.
• Approved PZ 2018-010: preliminary site plan review for Factory F at 411 Dorchester Ave, with comments from the City Engineer and staff.
• Approved PZ 2021-006: special exception for a corner store at 901/903 Pine Street, with a positive recommendation to the Board of Appeals.
• Approved PZ 2020-010: site plan revision for Heron Point and Waterford Estates, including revised lighting and reduced landscaping (one tree per lot).
• Approved TA 2021-009: text amendment to allow a third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue, forwarding to City Council.
• Approved TA 2021-010: text amendment to permit office use in the CMU zone by combining 'Office and Shops' with 'Professional Offices'.
• Discussed but took no action on a request to clarify multi-family density in the RP-2 zone for the Hyatt property; staff said a Master Plan amendment would be required.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several development applications, including site plans for Waterford Estates, Heron Point, Dorchester Square, and a preliminary plan for Factory F. They will also consider a zoning text amendment to combine office uses in Table 1, and staff reports for properties at 901 Pine Street, 421 Maryland Ave, and a Hyatt packet.

• PZ 2020-010: Landscape, lighting review for Waterford Estates and Heron Point
• PZ 2021-001: Dorchester Square, Dorchester County Social Services and Advance Auto
• TA 2021-005: Amendment to Section Table 1 to combine office uses
• PZ 2018-011: Factory F preliminary plan
• Staff reports for 901 Pine Street and 421 Maryland Ave

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a virtual meeting on February 22, 2021, starting with a work session on the city health insurance plan. The regular session includes votes on a police recruitment bonus, purchase of eight tax-sale properties and five private properties, and several support letters and appointments. The agenda also includes a resolution to establish an annual 'Cambridge Movement Remembrance Week'.

• Resolution 21-05: police officer recruitment bonus
• Purchase of 8 Dorchester County tax-sale properties
• Purchase of 5 properties from private citizens
• Support letter for $500,000 bond application for Harriet Tubman Mural viewing area
• Resolution 21-06: establishing Cambridge Movement Remembrance Week

The Cambridge City Council approved a recruitment bonus for police officers and voted to purchase one of five private properties, while removing a tax-sale property purchase item from the agenda. They also approved a letter of support for a $500,000 bond application and established an annual remembrance week.

• Approved Resolution 21-05, police recruitment bonus (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 642 Washington Street only, other four lots not purchased (4-0-1, L. Cephas abstained)
• Removed item 9, purchase of eight Dorchester County tax sale properties, from agenda
• Approved letter of support for Alpha Genesis CDC $500,000 bond application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-06, establishing Cambridge Movement Remembrance Week (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar with item 3 moved to new business (5-0)

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider a series of agenda items, including multiple resolutions and property-related matters. The agenda lists several documents for review, but the specific details of each item are not provided in the text.

• Resolution 21-05
• Resolution 21-06
• County tax sale item
• Citizen property proposal
• Items related to Alpha Genesis, Avenues, Heritage, and Bronte Lake

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing staff reports for four properties: 705 Locust Street, 418 Race Street, the Mill Street School House at 201 Mill Street, and 329 Choptank Avenue. The agenda consists solely of these staff reports, with no other items listed.

• Staff report for 705 Locust Street
• Staff report for 418 Race Street
• Staff report for Mill Street School House at 201 Mill Street
• Staff report for 329 Choptank Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to review administrative approvals for roof replacements, fence and shed replacements, and a mural, plus several historic preservation applications. The meeting is streamed online due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• AA 2021-012: 800 Hambrooks – replacement shed after fire
• AA 2021-019 through 023: asphalt roof replacements at 8 West End, 208 West End Ave., 210 Glenburn Ave., 111 West End Ave., 107 West End Ave.
• HPC 2021-038: 329 Choptank Ave. – exterior renovation, new windows and roof (after-the-fact review)
• HPC 2021-039: 705 Locust Street – roof replacement with asphalt shingles
• HPC 2021-040: 418 Race Street – mural

The Historic Preservation Commission approved exterior renovations for the Mill Street School (201 Mill Street) as amended, including replacing aluminum doors with wooden ones. It also approved a roof replacement at 705 Locust St. and gave a favorable review for a mural at 418 Race St. The commission deferred a final decision on the after-the-fact renovations at 329 Choptank Ave until March, requiring the owner to correct several issues.

• Approved exterior renovations at 201 Mill Street (Mill Street School) with amendments (all in favor)
• Approved roof replacement at 705 Locust St. (all in favor)
• Gave favorable review for mural at 418 Race St. (all in favor)
• Deferred final decision on 329 Choptank Ave renovations until March; required front window size correction, wood beadboard porch ceiling, faux chimney rebuild, and approved rear addition and roof shingles
• Approved administrative reviews for multiple roof replacements, a shed replacement, and a fence/shed replacement

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is holding a virtual public hearing to discuss the process for two Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications submitted to the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The hearing will cover the amount of funds available, eligible activities, and proposed projects. Citizens can view the applications virtually and provide input.

• Public hearing on two CDBG grant applications
• Virtual meeting via Town Hall Streams or WebEx
• Applications available for virtual review by appointment
• Contact Jeannie Bellina for appointments or accommodations

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is holding a work session to review the city's audited financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. The agenda contains only this item and the associated documents, with no other business listed.

• Review of audited financial report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a crawfish boil event, a wedding, Ordinance 1171, a FEMA matter, and multiple resolutions (21-03, 21-04, and 21-02000). The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting minutes and a musical item. Specific details are not provided in the agenda text.

• Crawfish boil event (Item 4)
• Wedding (Item 5)
• Ordinance 1171 (Item 6)
• FEMA matter (Item 7)
• Resolutions 21-03, 21-04, and 21-02000 (Items 8-10)

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will consider an ordinance granting a real property tax credit for public safety officers, and will discuss a FEMA flood mitigation project and an amended resolution for CDBG funding for Pine Street revitalization. The agenda also includes several event permit requests and adoption of administrative procedures for technology and traffic committees.

• Ordinance 1171: real property tax credit for public safety officers
• FEMA Grant Flood Mitigation Project Report and Contract Document
• Amended Resolution 21-02: CDBG funding for Pine Street Neighborhood Phase 2 and ADA improvements to former City Hall
• Resolution 21-03: adopt SOP 47 for Technology Committee
• Resolution 21-04: adopt SOP 48 for Traffic and Safety Committee

The Cambridge City Commission approved an amended resolution authorizing the application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for Phase 2 of the Pine Street neighborhood revitalization and ADA improvements to the former City Hall building. The council also introduced a real property tax credit ordinance for public safety officers, approved a FEMA flood mitigation engineering agreement, and adopted two new administrative procedures. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved amended Resolution 21-02 for CDBG funding application for Pine Street revitalization and ADA improvements (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1171 for a real property tax credit for public safety officers (first reading)
• Approved FEMA flood mitigation engineering service agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-03 establishing Technology Committee SOP No. 47 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-04 establishing Traffic and Safety Committee SOP No. 48 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including event permits for Cannery Way, Long Wharf Crawfish Boil, and Long Wharf wedding (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2021 meeting minutes with amendment (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a remote public hearing on a special exception request for a corner store at 901 Pine Street. The commission will also discuss several potential text amendments, including allowing a third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue, a retreat facility at 2351 Church Creek Road, car sales in the DWDD General Subdistrict, and restaurant tents after the health emergency. Routine items include elections for chair and vice-chair and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing: PZ 2021-006 special exception for corner store at 901 Pine Street
• Discussion: text amendment to allow third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue
• Discussion: potential retreat facility at 2351 Church Creek Road
• Discussion: allowing car sales in DWDD General Subdistrict
• Discussion: allowing restaurant tents to remain after health emergency

The Planning and Zoning Commission deferred a decision on a special exception permit for a corner store at 901-903 Pine Street, owned by Mr. & Mrs. DeAdrein Jones, to allow further review of site concerns. The Commission also voted to recommend a text amendment to allow a third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed only.

• Deferred PZ 2021-006 special exception for corner store at 901-903 Pine Street to March meeting
• Approved positive recommendation for text amendment to allow third residential unit at 421 Maryland Avenue (all in favor)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review several items, including a property at 421 Maryland Ave., car sales in the downtown waterfront district, a memo regarding Harriet, outdoor dining with tents, and a staff report on 901 Pine Street. The agenda is a packet of documents for discussion; no final decisions are listed.

• 421 Maryland Ave. property review
• Car sales in Downtown Waterfront District (DWDD)
• Outdoor dining with tents memo
• Staff report on 901 Pine Street

City Council

The City Commission will meet virtually to discuss several municipal business items. The agenda includes consideration of equipment purchases, a new Historical Preservation Commission appointee, and the placement of a historical marker.

• Purchase of street sweeper, clam shell truck, and chipper with proposed bank financing
• Approval of a Historical Preservation Commission Appointee
• Placement of a historical marker on High Street at 207

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is holding a virtual public hearing to gather citizen input on community, economic development, and housing needs for two Maryland Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications. The hearing will discuss proposed projects and other needs, with the draft application available for public review from January 19-21.

• Public hearing on CDBG grant applications for community, economic development, and housing needs
• Draft application available for review at Department of Public Works, 1025 Washington Street
• CDBG funds for State Fiscal Year 2022
• Meeting held virtually via Webex and Town Hall Streams
• Accommodations for disabled and non-English speaking residents with five days notice

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning, Historic Preservation, and Housing Division held a public hearing to discuss Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Staff requested $540,000 for 2021-2022 housing activities and $260,000 for an ADA-compliant elevator at old City Hall. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was informational.

• Requested $540,000 in CDBG funds for 2021-2022 housing activities
• Requested $260,000 for ADA elevator at old City Hall
• Discussed Phase 1 CDBG completion of 34 housing activities in 2020
• Proposed Phase 2 CDBG for 20 housing activities in 2021-2022

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cambridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to review several applications for work on historic properties, including roof replacements, exterior renovations, and a pool. The meeting will be conducted via conference call due to the coronavirus situation, with no in-person public attendance. The agenda includes old business, new business, and a discussion item.

• 704 Traver Street – Roof Replacement (AA 2021-015)
• 301 Glenburn Ave – Exterior Renovations (HPC 2021-031)
• 321 West End Ave – Modifications to Existing CoA (HPC 2021-032)
• 112 Mill St. – Pool (HPC 2021-033)
• 303 Belvedere Ave – Porch Renovation (HPC 2021-036)

City Council

This is a procedural work session of the Cambridge City Commissioners, held via conference call due to the COVID-19 threat. The agenda includes only a discussion of logistics and meeting mechanics for the regular council meeting at 6:00 p.m. No substantive policy items are listed.

• Discussion of logistics and meeting mechanics for the 6:00 p.m. Council Meeting

City Council

The Cambridge City Council is meeting to consider several agenda items, including approval of the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes, an executive order, and Resolution 21-02. The agenda is largely procedural, with no detailed descriptions of the items provided.

• Approval of December 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Review of an executive order
• Consideration of Resolution 21-02

City Council

The Cambridge City Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 11, 2021, conducted via conference call due to COVID-19. The main business includes a public hearing and resolution on a Community Development Block Grant for Pine Street neighborhood revitalization and accessibility to the second floor of the old city hall. The commission will also vote on a resolution to extend the local state of emergency and select a Commission President and Mayor Pro-Tempore. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no ordinances for introduction or adoption.

• Resolution No. 21-01: consent to sixth extension of the City of Cambridge State of Emergency
• Resolution No. 21-02: CDBG grant for Pine Street Neighborhood Revitalization and accessibility to 2nd floor of old city hall
• Public hearing on the CDBG grant
• Selection of City Commission President
• Selection of City Commission Mayor Pro-Tempore

The Cambridge City Council approved Resolution 21-02, authorizing a Community Development Block Grant for Pine Street Neighborhood Revitalization and accessibility improvements to the second floor of the old city hall, after a public hearing. The council also approved Resolution 21-01, consenting to a sixth extension of the local State of Emergency. Lajan Cephas was appointed Commission President, and Malkus was selected as Mayor Pro-Tempore on a 4-1 vote.

• Approved Resolution 21-01 extending State of Emergency (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-02 CDBG grant for Pine Street revitalization (5-0)
• Appointed Lajan Cephas as Commission President (5-0)
• Selected Malkus as Mayor Pro-Tempore (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including Dec 14, 2020 minutes (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss a retail store project located at Washington and High Street. The agenda includes a revised final agenda and a combined document for the retail store proposal, indicating a review or decision on this matter.

• Retail store at Washington and High St. review