Easton, MD

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a temporary-use permit for a thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street, running from April 30 to December 31, 2026. They will also hear a presentation on the scope of work for the Easton Comprehensive Master Transportation Plan, which includes traffic assessments and strategies for aligning development with a resilient transportation network. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the previous session.

• Temporary-use request for a thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street (Application 2026-1771)
• Presentation of the Easton Comprehensive Master Transportation Plan scope of work by Larry Marcus (Forward Progress)

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider five applications for changes to contributing historic properties, including tree removal, porch, door, roof, and window replacements. One item, the Talbot County Courthouse slate roof replacement, was previously approved and is being revisited. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

• Tree removal at 112 Talbot Street (Crape Myrtle)
• Porch portico replacement at 117 S. Hanson Street
• Front door replacement at 405 S. Harrison Street
• Exterior alterations at 601 Goldsborough Street (roof, gutters, windows, decking)
• Slate roof replacement with synthetic slate at 11 N. Washington Street (Courthouse)

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review is holding a pre-submission review of three proposals. These include a commercial miscellaneous use for private motor vehicle storage and two utility conduit installations by the Easton Utilities Commission. The meeting is for discussion and review, not final decisions.

• Elliott Equipment Co. Inc. proposes private storage of motor vehicles at 327 N. Aurora Street (Zoning District CB)
• Easton Utilities Commission proposes 3,627 linear ft. of conduit from Mistletoe Dr./Goldsborough Neck Rd. to Substation #3
• Easton Utilities Commission proposes 4,056 linear ft. of conduit from Substation #3 to future Substation #5 site
• Conduit installations use open trench and directional drilling methods

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Town Council

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Planning Commission

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Easton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review two active applications: a variance request to build a 72-inch fence at 630 Howard Street and a special exception request to operate an animal hospital at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway. One item, a multifamily apartment complex special exception at 327 N. Aurora Street, was withdrawn prior to the meeting.

• Variance request (V-1789/V26-05) for 72" fence at 630 Howard Street
• Special exception request (SE-1775/SE26-07) for animal hospital at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway
• Withdrawn special exception request (SE-1784/SE26-08) for multifamily apartment complex at 327 N. Aurora Street

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including a TIS funding request and rental renovation program, and review individual finances for renovation contractors in closed session. They will also get updates on the 305 South Street property and the Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch, plus updates on several housing projects.

• TIS funding request
• Rental Renovation program
• Closed session to review individual finances of renovation contractors
• 305 South Street update
• Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 861, which would amend zoning rules for Accessory Dwelling Units to align with state law. The council will also consider several ordinances, including a temporary moratorium on data centers and a zoning amendment to allow them, plus a resolution for tax abatements for the Neighborhood Service Center.

• Public hearing on Ord. 861: ADU zoning amendments
• Ord. 862: Lowe's Home Centers PUD amendment
• Ord. 863: 12-month moratorium on data center permits
• Ord. 864: Create 'data center' use in zoning ordinance
• Res. 6226: Abatements for Neighborhood Service Center

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review will consider a pre-submission proposal from Lane Engineering LLC on behalf of Easton Veterinary Clinic to add a 220-square-foot x-ray room and make associated facility improvements at 8942 Centreville Road.

• Pre-submission proposal for a 220-square-foot x-ray room addition at Easton Veterinary Clinic
• Location: 8942 Centreville Road, Tax Map 0100, Grid 00EA, Parcel 0035, Lot 1
• Zoning district: I (Industrial)
• Associated facility improvements included in the request

Tree Board

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider several Certificate of Appropriateness applications, including a cedar fence at 229 S. Aurora Street, signs at 11 S. Harrison Street, a porch replacement at 519 Goldsborough Street, and an emergency roof repair at 43 S. Washington Street. The commission will also vote on an amendment to a previously approved porch project at 208 Goldsborough Street and approve minutes from the July 27 meeting.

• Amendment to previously approved COA for cement porch and steps at 208 Goldsborough Street
• New COA for 103 linear feet of cedar picket fence at 229 S. Aurora Street
• New COA for cedar fence and gate at 220 S. Harrison Street
• New COA for two 24x30-inch signs at 11 S. Harrison Street
• Emergency approval for roof shingle replacement at 43 S. Washington Street

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 859 to regulate mobile food uses. The body will also consider legislation regarding land acceptance for a park access road and a zoning amendment for Lowe's Home Centers, LLC.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 859 to amend Chapter 28 (Zoning) regarding Mobile Food Uses
• Ord. 860: Acceptance of land from Talbot County for an Easton Woodland Park access road
• Ord. 862: Planned Unit Development amendment application for Lowe's Home Centers, LLC

The Easton Town Council approved Ordinance 859, codifying mobile food truck regulations from the pilot program, after voting to remove a restriction limiting multiple vendors on one parcel. The council also approved Ordinance 860, accepting land from Talbot County to build an access road to Easton Woodland Park. Both votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved Ordinance 859 (mobile food trucks) after striking multi-truck restriction (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 860 (land transfer for Easton Woodland Park access road) (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Ordinance 862 (PUD amendment for Lowe's) to next meeting

Park Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will hear items from the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Town Engineer.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review four applications for exterior modifications to properties. These include requests for siding replacement, signage, a structure demolition, and a building expansion.

• Replacement of cedar siding, window, and door at 116 Goldsborough Street
• Installation of 57.5 inches of black acrylic lettering at 126 Port Street
• Demolition of a historic rear accessory structure/shed at 130 N. Washington Street
• Expansion of a 3rd floor and exterior renovations at 17 E. Dover Street

The Easton Historic District Commission approved all four applications on the agenda, including a demolition request for a historic outbuilding at 130 N. Washington Street. The commission also approved exterior alterations at 116 Goldsborough Street, a new sign at 126 Port Street, and a renovation with a third-floor addition at 17 E. Dover Street. All votes were unanimous except for the 17 E. Dover Street project, which had one abstention.

• Approved exterior alterations at 116 Goldsborough Street (5-0)
• Approved wall sign at 126 Port Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of outbuilding at 130 N. Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved renovation and third-floor addition at 17 E. Dover Street (4-0-1)

Easton Staff Development Review

The Town Council will review a pre‑submission proposal submitted by Lane Engineering, LLC for Elliott Equipment Co., Inc. The request seeks demolition of existing structures at 327 N. Aurora Street and construction of a 68‑unit multi‑family building in the CB zoning district. The council will discuss the project’s compliance with zoning and development guidelines.

• Pre‑submission proposal to demolish existing buildings and construct 68 multi‑family units at 327 N. Aurora St (CB district) submitted by Lane Engineering, LLC for Elliott Equipment Co., Inc.

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will approve minutes from the July 6 meeting and adopt a statement of work for audit services by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. Council members will consider a Planning & Zoning Commission letter to make the mobile food pilot program permanent. A public hearing will be held on Lowe's Home Centers' request to amend its Planned Unit Development for an expanded shed and trailer display at 501 Glebe Road. The council will also consider Ordinance No. 860 to accept land from Talbot County for an access road to Easton Woodland Park.

• Public hearing on Lowe's Home Centers amendment to PUD for shed and trailer display at 501 Glebe Road
• Ordinance No. 860 to accept land from Talbot County for an access road to Easton Woodland Park
• Approval of Statement of Work for audit services by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
• Letter from Planning & Zoning Commission Chair on making the mobile food pilot program permanent
• Presentation by Waterfowl Festival Executive Director on transportation plan and liquor permits

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three sketch site plan applications: redevelopment of the Talbot County Humane Society facility at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, construction of an 8,000 square foot pole building for the Talbot County Roads Department at 605 Port Street, and installation of water/wastewater infrastructure for UM Shore Regional Medical Center at 1 Medical Center Drive. The Commission will also make a recommendation to the Town Council on a zoning text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) following House Bill 1466 (2025).

• Sketch site plan for Humane Society redevelopment at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway
• Sketch site plan for county roads storage building at 605 Port Street with multiple landscaping and buffering waivers
• Supplemental waiver request for tree planting and bufferyard requirements at 1 Medical Center Drive for medical center infrastructure
• Recommendation to Town Council on ADU zoning text amendment per House Bill 1466

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider three applications to alter contributing historic properties: a partial demolition and reconstruction at 15 S. Hanson Street, cedar siding replacement and a new window at 116 Goldsborough Street, and a PVC sign installation at 36 S. Washington Street. The commission will also discuss a corrective action notice for 601 Goldsborough Street and approve the draft decision summary from the June 22, 2026 meeting.

• Application 2026-1760: partial demolition and reconstruction of the primary structure at 15 S. Hanson Street (Critchlow Adkins Children’s Center)
• Application 2026-1767: replacement of cedar siding and installation of a new window at 116 Goldsborough Street
• Application 2026-1770: installation of a 40" x 18" PVC sign at 36 S. Washington Street
• Corrective Action Notice for 601 Goldsborough Street
• Approval of the Draft Decision Summary from the June 22, 2026 meeting

The Historic District Commission approved the demolition and reconstruction of storm-damaged portions of a building at 15 S. Hanson Street. A request for a hanging sign at 36 S. Washington Street was approved, while a renovation request for 116 Goldsborough Street was tabled.

• Approved demolition and replacement plan for 15 S. Hanson Street with conditions that corner boards be fiber-cement and the picket fence be wood (6-0)
• Tabled application for exterior alterations at 116 Goldsborough Street pending more detail on work scope and siding materials (6-0)
• Approved installation of a 40” by 18” hanging sign at 36 S. Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved July 13, 2026 Agenda Summary (6-0)
• Approved June 22, 2026 Decision Summary (6-0)

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will approve minutes, discuss a TIS funding request for rental renovations, and review updates on senior housing and specific development projects.

• Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• TIS Funding request for Rental Renovation program
• Review of Gannon's Range project (37 lots, $111,000)
• Update on Osprey Senior Housing approval
• Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application for a senior affordable housing project called Osprey. They will also accept a $2,001,429 recycling contract with Republic Services, introduce two new police officers, and receive presentations on an Eagle Scout project, senior needs, Complete Streets, and Bay Street Ponds. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss a business location proposal.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 6221 adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 6224 authorizing CDBG application for Osprey senior affordable housing
• Acceptance of Republic Services bid for annual recycling FY2027-2029 in the amount of $2,001,429
• Introduction of new EPD officers Tucker Lytle and Chase Fletcher
• Presentations on Eagle Scout project, Talbot Senior Task Force findings, Complete Streets, and Bay Street Ponds

The Easton Town Council approved a three-year recycling contract with Republic Services for $2,001,429, approved a CDBG grant application for a 64-unit senior affordable housing project, and approved an Eagle Scout project for rail trail interpretive signs. The council did not vote on the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, instead requesting further revisions to strengthen language on the 1% residential growth cap. A public hearing on the plan drew comments from residents concerned about growth limits and land use designations.

• Approved the FY27-FY29 recycling contract with Republic Services for $2,001,429.
• Approved Resolution No. 6224, the CDBG grant application for a 64-unit senior affordable housing project.
• Approved the Eagle Scout project by Nicholas Lesher for two rail trail interpretive signs.
• Approved the Joe White Street Block Party & Bike Rodeo scheduled for July 21, 2026.
• Approved the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting.
• Took no vote on Resolution No. 6221 (2026 Comprehensive Plan); requested further revisions on growth rate language.

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review board will discuss three applications: a sketch site plan review for redeveloping the Talbot County Humane Society property at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, a sketch site plan review for a new pole building at the Talbot County Roads Department facility at 605 Port Street, and a stormwater management review for a sewage pumping station at 1 Medical Center Drive.

• Sketch plan review for redevelopment and new building at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway (Talbot County Humane Society)
• Sketch plan review for new pole building addition at 605 Port Street (Talbot County Roads Department)
• Stormwater management review for sewage pumping station at 1 Medical Center Drive

Park Advisory Board

The Park Advisory Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items (approval of minutes, updates from staff and board members). The only item listed for public discussion is a presentation by Mr. Lance Simon, Co-Founder of Friends of John Ford Park, regarding disc golf.

• Public comment by Lance Simon on disc golf at John Ford Park

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review an emergency request for a temporary wheelchair ramp at a contributing property, a previously approved sign amendment for the Dover Station project, and a window repair at a historic home. They will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Amendment to approved exterior alterations for a 30"x30" hanging sign at 500 Dover Road (Dover Station Project)
• Replacement and repair of third-floor picture frame and lower triangle windows at 27 N. Hanson Street
• Emergency approval for temporary aluminum wheelchair ramp at 121 N. Locust Lane
• Approval of draft decision summary from June 8, 2026 meeting

The Historic District Commission approved a new projecting sign for Dover Station LLC and window replacements for a property on N. Hanson Street. The commission also approved the previous meeting's draft decision summary.

• Approved sign amendment for 500 Dover Road subject to two conditions (5-0)
• Approved window replacement and repair at 27 N. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2026 Draft Decision Summary (5-0)

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 6222, which revises the town's license, application, permits, inspections, certificate, and other fees. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 1, 2026, and routine municipal official items.

• Public Hearing on Resolution No. 6222 to revise town fees
• Resolution No. 6222 revising license, application, permits, inspections, certificate, and other fees
• Approval of workshop and council meeting minutes from June 1, 2026

The Town Council unanimously approved the June 1 workshop and council meeting minutes and approved the public event permit for Webb’s Hope Community Block Party. Council members voted 3-2 to amend Resolution 6222, removing the $1,500 commercial tipper‑can rate. The amended resolution, which sets a uniform $2,000 annual fee for all commercial waste users, passed with a 4-1 vote.

• Approved June 1, 2026 workshop minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2026 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Webb’s Hope Community Block Party permit (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 6222 to eliminate $1,500 commercial tipper‑can rate (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution 6222 as amended, setting commercial waste fee $2,000/year (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a supplemental parking waiver at 29512 Canvasback Drive, a planned redevelopment at 402 Maryland Avenue, and a sketch site plan for a mixed-use building at 406 Moton Street. Under old business, they will review the Maryland Department of Planning’s annual report, architectural approval for Gannon Range house models, and a sketch site plan for a 64-unit senior affordable housing project near Port Street and Easton Parkway. Discussion items include compliance with new ADU legislation (HB 1466) and potential permanent zoning amendments for the food truck pilot program.

• Supplemental parking waiver for 10-15 spaces at 29512 Canvasback Drive (CG district)
• Planned redevelopment approval for 402 Maryland Avenue to create 5 residential units and office space in PR Overlay
• Sketch site plan for new mixed-use building and utility building at 406 Moton Street (BAAM) with landscape waivers
• Architectural approval for house models at Gannon Range (29659 Matthewstown Road) in PUD
• Sketch site plan for 64-unit senior affordable housing at Port Street and Easton Parkway with tree planting waivers

The Easton Planning Commission approved a supplemental parking waiver for 56 Canvasback LLC, reducing required parking from 41 to 19 spaces for the multi-tenant property at 29512 Canvasback Drive, subject to conditions including obtaining a Special Exception for the House of Worship use. The Commission also approved a Planned Redevelopment for 402 Maryland Avenue, a sketch site plan for 406 Moton Street, architectural models for the Gannon Range community, and a sketch site plan for a senior housing building on Port Street. Additionally, the Commission forwarded a favorable recommendation to the Town Council for a zoning amendment on mobile food uses.

• Approved supplemental parking waiver (File 2026-1747) for 56 Canvasback LLC, reducing required parking from 41 to 19 spaces, with conditions (5-0).
• Approved Planned Redevelopment (File 2025-1464) for 402 Maryland Avenue, allowing renovation into 5 residential units, with conditions (4-1).
• Approved sketch site plan and waivers (File 2026-1699) for 406 Moton Street, subject to Town Council approval of street ownership transfer (5-0).
• Approved three additional architectural models for Gannon Range community (File 2021-0473), with condition on model placement (5-0).
• Approved sketch site plan and architecture (File 2026-1697) for 64-unit senior building on Port Street, with condition for ADA pathways (5-0).
• Approved supplemental waivers for landscaping and tree planting (File 2026-1697) as submitted (5-0).
• Forwarded favorable recommendation to Town Council to waive MXW Incentive & Bonus Fees (File 2026-1697) (5-0).
• Approved 2025 Annual Report for submission to Maryland Department of Planning (5-0).

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, discussion of renovation and purchase programs, and old business. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Discussion of renovation program
• Discussion of purchase program
• Old business review

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two special exception applications: an automotive repair garage at 327 N. Aurora Street (Building 2 & 5) and a small group day care at 29700 Standish Street. The board will also approve minutes from its December 16, 2025 and May 19, 2026 meetings.

• Special exception request by Bill Wieland for Elliott Equipment Co. Inc. to operate an automotive repair garage at 327 N. Aurora Street in the CB zoning district.
• Special exception request by Lynn Farr for a small group day care at 29700 Standish Street in the R-10A zoning district.
• Approval of draft decision summaries from December 16, 2025 and May 19, 2026 meetings.

The Easton Board of Zoning Appeals approved two special exception requests. The first allows expansion of an existing automotive repair garage at 327 N. Aurora Street, subject to conditions including a vehicle storage plan. The second allows expansion of a day care at 29700 Standish Street to a small group day care with a maximum of 12 children, subject to conditions. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved special exception for automotive repair garage expansion at 327 N. Aurora Street (3-0)
• Approved special exception for day care small group at 29700 Standish Street (3-0)
• Approved December 16, 2025 decision summary with correction (2-0)
• Approved May 19, 2026 decision summary (3-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board meeting agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, a general discussion item, approval of minutes, remarks, and adjournment. No specific topics, proposals, or action items are identified in the agenda.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review a request to modify a condition of approval for the demolition of the Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue and construction of a 3,200 sq ft amenity building. Other items include new screened porches, window replacements, siding changes, and emergency roof replacements. The meeting also covers administrative approvals and minutes.

• Amendment to condition for demolition of Easton Ice Company building (108 East Avenue) and construction of a 3,200 sq ft amenity building
• New screened porch over existing deck at 204 S. Hanson Street
• Painted lettering on front facade of contributing building 1 at 500 Dover Road (Dover Station Project)
• Exterior alterations including vinyl siding and fencing at 202 S. Aurora Street
• Emergency roof replacements at 112 N. Harrison Street, 132 S. Harrison Street, 123 N. Washington Street, and 208 Talbot Street

The Historic District Commission approved five applications for construction projects and a demolition plan in the Easton Historic District. One application for a demolition modification was approved with a different condition than originally proposed.

• Approved screened porch at 204 S. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved painted signs at 500 Dover Road (5-0)
• Approved cedar shingle siding at 20 N. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved ADA ramp reconstruction at 300 Talbot Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue (4-0-1)
• Approved window replacement at 118 Goldsborough Street (pending)
• Tabled window replacement at 118 Goldsborough Street (pending)
• Tabled agenda summary (5-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will discuss new business including a rental renovation program with new contractors and new HUD income numbers. They will also move to closed session to review individual finances for several properties. Under the purchase program, a ratified contract for 125 Locust Lane and a relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program are on the agenda. Old business includes updates on Gannon's Range (36 lots, $108,000) and Chapel Farms.

• Rental renovation program with new contractors
• New HUD income numbers
• Closed session to review individual finances for Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, Emory-Otis, and Watson
• Ratified contract for 125 Locust Lane potential buyer
• Gannon's Range update: 36 lots at $108,000

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY2026/27 budget and tax levy, the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, and fee revisions. The council will also consider bid awards for annual street resurfacing and a police department security system upgrade. A letter from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding a proposed PUD amendment for Lowe's Home Centers will be discussed.

• Bid award for annual street resurfacing
• Bid award for police department security system upgrade
• Public hearing and vote on FY2026/27 budget and tax levy (Ordinance 855 and 856)
• Public hearing and vote on 2026 Comprehensive Plan update (Resolution 6221)
• Public hearing on Resolution 6222 revising town fees

Council unanimously approved the FY2026-2027 $30M budget (Ord. 855), the tax levy (Ord. 856), and a capital fund carryforward (Ord. 858), along with an updated reserve fund policy (Res. 6223). The revised fee schedule (Res. 6222) was tabled 4-1, with a special meeting set for June 18 to address concerns. Street resurfacing was awarded to Asphalt Service Delaware LLC ($323,604) and police camera upgrades to Safe House LLC ($97,025). Three public events and two board appointments were also approved.

• Approved $30M FY2026-2027 budget (Ord. 855) unanimously
• Approved tax levy ordinance (Ord. 856) unanimously
• Approved capital fund carryforward (Ord. 858) unanimously
• Approved updated reserve fund policy (Res. 6223) unanimously
• Tabled fee schedule resolution (Res. 6222) 4-1; special meeting June 18
• Awarded street resurfacing contract to Asphalt Service Delaware LLC ($323,604)
• Awarded police camera upgrade contract to Safe House LLC ($97,025)
• Approved three public events and confirmed two board appointments