Calvert County public meetings in 2024
42 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will elect its officers and hold a swearing-in ceremony for the Sheriff's Office. The body will discuss a final report on public-private partnerships for public schools and a compensation review board for 2025.
- Election of Board of County Commissioners officers
- Calvert County Public Schools Final Report for Public-Private Partnerships (P3)
- Grant of License to Use Storage Facilities for ThinkBig Networks
- Historic Preservation Tax Credit applications for Hampton and Kin Deesa Historic Districts
- Maryland 9-1-1 Board funding requests for mental health training, recertification, and equipment
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of Commissioners will review a zoning ordinance update from the Department of Planning & Zoning. It will also consider several budget amendments for FY 2025, including the Special Revenue Fund and Career Emergency Medical Services. Additional items include a memorandum of understanding for a diabetes self‑management program and a request for a letter of support for a watershed proposal.
- Department of Planning & Zoning: Calvert County Zoning Ordinance Update
- Budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2025 – Special Revenue Fund (Fund 10339)
- Budget amendment for Career Emergency Medical Services contracted services
- Memorandum of Understanding for Diabetes Self‑Management Program
- Request for letter of support for Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources Whole Watershed Fund 5 Watershed Proposal
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a budget amendment for the American Rescue Plan Act project involving the St. Leonard Water Tower, well and extension. Several consent items will be approved, including a lease amendment for a Verizon Wireless tower, a budget adjustment for the Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter sinkhole repair, and a grant award for a Port Security program. New business includes repealing and reenacting the Veterans Affairs Commission and a request for a grant‑funded dementia care navigator position.
- Department of Public Safety: Fiscal Year 2024 Port Security Grant Program Award (resolution, MOU, lease agreement)
- Department of Finance & Budget: Budget Amendment for American Rescue Plan Act – St. Leonard Water Tower, Well and Extension
- Department of Public Works: Budget Adjustment for Capital Improvement Plan – Linda L. Kelley Animal Shelter Sinkhole Repair (BA2025-000217)
- Department of Public Safety: First Amendment to Dunkirk Tower Lease Agreement – Verizon Wireless
- Department of Community Resources: Repeal and Reenact Veterans Affairs Commission (Resolution 13-21)
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider a new expansion of Rural Legacy Areas. The session includes a convening of the Board of Health and a presentation from ThinkBig Networks.
- Consideration of a new expansion of Calvert County’s Rural Legacy Areas
- FY 2025 Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households Local Management Board Capacity Building Grant
- FY 2025 Emergency Medical Dispatch Training Grant
- Interagency Commission on School Construction Local Funding Support Letter
- ThinkBig Networks presentation
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a property purchase option and a technology hardware budget amendment. The meeting includes appointments to county commissions and a work session on the Hallowing Point Park Master Plan.
- Public hearing: Purchase option for 87 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
- Public hearing: Department of Technology Services budget amendment for hardware replacement
- Budget amendment for library custodial services
- Work session: Hallowing Point Park Master Plan update
- Requests for state legislation presentation
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and hear a presentation on state legislation requests from the Office of the County Attorney.
- Approve Agenda
- Presentation on State Legislation Requests
- Meeting at Harriet Elizabeth Brown Community Center
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review an update to the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for stormwater management and several grant applications.
- Calvert County Zoning Ordinance Update
- Budget Amendment BA2025-000169 for Stormwater Management at Hallowing Point Park
- FY 2025 Local Early Childhood Advisory Council Quality Improvement Grant
- Child Support Program Agreements for Magistrates, Sheriff's Office, and State's Attorney's Office
- Appointment to the Board of Appeals
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a grant for the State and Local Government Cybersecurity Program. The meeting includes appointments to five county commissions and an access agreement for Greenwood Avenue.
- State and Local Government Cybersecurity Program grant
- Access Agreement for Greenwood Avenue
- Appointments for Cove Point Light Station, Family Network, Historic District, Environmental, and Aging commissions
- Annual updates from the Commission for Women and Veterans Affairs Commission
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on September 24, 2024. The agenda includes a presentation on the Maryland Draft Consolidated Transportation Program FY2025‑FY2030 and several consent items such as lease amendments, easements, grant extensions, and budget amendments for park projects. The board will also consider the implementation of the Local Preference Ordinance. In a closed executive session, commissioners will consider acquiring real property for a public purpose and other legal matters.
- First Amendment to PCS Site Agreement for 2801 Plum Point Road, Huntingtown (lease amendment)
- Easement agreement for 100 Skipjack Road, Prince Frederick
- Budget amendment for Cove Point Park basketball courts (Capital Improvement Plan)
- Budget amendment for Battle Creek Cypress Swamp rebuild (Capital Improvement Plan)
- United States Tennis Association Community Engagement Grant application for FY2025
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of Commissioners will consider purchasing two properties for hazard mitigation, adopt an ordinance for local preference, and approve several budget amendments for capital projects and stormwater management.
- Purchase of 12186 Laramie Lane and 1161 Stagecoach Circle in Lusby
- Adoption of Local Preference Ordinance
- Budget amendment for Cove Point Lighthouse air conditioning replacement
- Budget amendment for stormwater management at Hallowing Point Park
- Approval of Waterman's Wharf slip agreements
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Calvert County Board of Commissioners will consider two budget amendment items for the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan: one for a Water Source Heat Pump (Project #3) and another for restroom facilities at Hallowing Point Park. The meeting also includes agreements with local community service organizations and a discussion of increased budget appropriations for the County Board of Education. Additional items cover a public school resource officer program and a transient slip agreement at Watermans Wharf.
- Budget Amendment – Capital Improvement Plan Project: Water Source Heat Pump #3 (BA2025-000047)
- Budget Amendment – Capital Improvement Plan Project: Hallowing Point Park Rear Restrooms (BA2025-000049)
- Agreement with Calvert County Family Network for Home Visiting Hybrid for High‑Risk Moms
- Agreement with Community Mediation Center of Calvert County for Family Engagement
- End‑of‑Year increased budget appropriation for Calvert County Board of Education
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a budget amendment for self-contained breathing apparatus replacement. The meeting also includes discussions on a flood mitigation plan and a zoning ordinance update.
- Public hearing: Department of Public Safety Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Replacement Budget Amendment
- Department of Planning & Zoning: Draft 2024 Flood Mitigation Plan
- Budget Amendment: ARPA Project for Stormwater/Septic at Battle Creek
- Department of Planning & Zoning: Calvert County Zoning Ordinance Update
- Department of Finance & Budget: Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Results
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider proposed rule changes for the Calvert County Board of Appeals. The agenda includes several board appointments and a presentation on workforce development. A ribbon cutting ceremony for a new public safety building is also scheduled.
- Proposed amendments to rules of procedure for the Calvert County Board of Appeals
- Appointment of a workgroup to study public-private partnerships for Calvert County Public Schools
- Ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Public Safety Building
- Presentation on Southern Maryland 2030 Workforce Development Initiative
- Update on CalvertHealth partnership with Duke Health’s Cancer Care Network
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several grant applications and memorandums of understanding for fiscal year 2025. These items include funding for park trails, public safety programs, and small business development. Additionally, officials from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development are scheduled to visit.
- Kings Landing Park Trails and Boardwalks Program Open Space Grant
- State Fiscal Year 2025 Local Warrant Apprehension & Absconding Grant Program
- African American Heritage Preservation Grant Application
- Small Business Development Center Memorandum of Understanding for FY 2025
- Community Legacy Grant for the Transfer Station & Services Hub
Emergency Board of County Commissioners Meeting
The Calvert County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to address old business regarding the Office of the County Administrator. The discussion includes budget allocation for the Board of Education and related topics.
- Budget allocation for the Board of Education
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several appointments and consent items. The meeting includes proclamations, a ribbon cutting at the Calvert Marine Museum, and an executive session.
- Budget amendment for Election Judge pay
- Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Chesapeake Beach
- Recertification of development options for APD 09-06 and 09-07
- Waterman’s Wharf Slip Agreement renewals
- Appointments to the Ethics Commission, Police Accountability Board, and various pension boards
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budgets. Other items include discussions on historic preservation tax credits and a Comcast buildout update.
- Public hearing for FY 2025 Operating and Capital Budget adoption
- Historic Preservation Tax Credit 2024-01: Hampton Historic District
- Historic Preservation Tax Credit 2019-12: Cherry Hill Historic District
- Connect Maryland: Home Stretch for Difficult to Serve Properties Grant Award
- Comcast Buildout Update presentation
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several grant applications and infrastructure reports. The meeting includes discussions on tax differential rates for Chesapeake Beach and North Beach and updates to the county health plan.
- Tax differential rates for Chesapeake Beach and North Beach
- Highway Maintenance Facility slope failure report
- Sewer infrastructure at Main Street and Church Street
- Lease amendment for 131 Main Street, Suite 100
- Southern Calvert Land Trust request for conservation tax credits
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and several grant applications for public safety and infrastructure. The agenda also includes updates on retiree health insurance rates and a meeting with the mayors of Chesapeake Beach and North Beach.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget review
- State Homeland Security Grant Application
- Sewer infrastructure at Main Street & Church Street
- Retiree health insurance subsidy updates
- Highway Maintenance Facility slope failure report
Board of County Commissioners Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Commissioners Operating and Capital Budget. The meeting includes a presentation from the Department of Finance & Budget and a presentation from the Calvert County Board of Education.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Commissioners Operating and Capital Budget presentation
- Calvert County Board of Education presentation
Joint Work Session of the Board of County Commissioners and the Calvert County Planning Commission
The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will review a capacity analysis from the Department of Planning & Zoning. The session also includes a presentation regarding updates to Articles 17 and 31 of the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance.
- Department of Planning & Zoning: Capacity Analysis
- Department of Planning & Zoning: Zoning Ordinance Update to Articles 17 and 31
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review an update on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and the 2023 Tidal Creeks Study. The agenda also includes appointments to local boards and several employee recognition awards.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Update presentation
- 2023 Tidal Creeks Study presentation
- Battle Creek Nature Center Exhibits Program Open Space Grant
- Comcast easement for 3205 Broomes Island Rd, Port Republic
- Appointments to the Calvert Marine Museum Board of Governors and Veterans Affairs Commission
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a memo regarding the Student Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee. Additionally, the Department of Public Works will present a rate study and capital connection fee.
- Student Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee discussion
- Department of Public Works Rate Study and Capital Connection Fee presentation
- Proclamations for Children's Mental Health, Stroke Awareness, Water Safety, and National Economic Development Week
- 2024 Business Appreciation Week site visits
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review proposed amendments to the Personnel Chapter 86 Pay Plan and Adjustments. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Capital Improvement Plan for FY2025-FY2030.
- Personnel Chapter 86 Code Amendments regarding Pay Plan and Adjustments
- Capital Improvement Plan (FY2025-FY2030) presentation
- Annual Health Insurance Renewal Plan for July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
- Waterman's Wharf Oversight Committee By-Laws
- Chesapeake Hills Golf Course Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Special Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting closed to the public. The agenda includes executive sessions to discuss personnel matters and cybersecurity risks.
- Executive session regarding personnel appointments, employment, or evaluations
- Executive session regarding cybersecurity and network security
Joint Work Session of the Board of County Commissioners and the Calvert County Planning Commission
The Board of County Commissioners and the Planning Commission will hold a joint work session. The Department of Planning & Zoning will present an update regarding Articles 20 and 21 of the county zoning ordinance. A period for public comment is also scheduled.
- Presentation on Calvert County Zoning Ordinance Update – Articles 20 and 21
- Public comment period
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including grant agreements and license applications. The meeting includes a sheriff's office swearing-in ceremony and a ribbon cutting for the Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch.
- Chesapeake Hills Golf Course 2024 Tobacconist License
- Transient Waterman's Wharf Agreement for Mitch Lake
- FY2024 Maryland Professional and Volunteer Innovative Cancer Screening Technologies Grant Agreement
- FY2024 Maryland DHCD Project Restore 2.0 Grant Application
- Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Budget Amendment for Gatewood Preserve
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss financial sustainability regarding the Sheriff's Office headquarters maintenance. The meeting also includes a review of several grant applications and proposed by-law amendments.
- MDA Spay/Neuter Grant application for Department of Public Safety
- National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Coastal Resiliency Fund pre-proposal for Flag Ponds Living Shoreline
- Planning Commission By-Laws Amendment
- Review of Sheriff's Office Headquarters Maintenance
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting - Apr. 3, 2024
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a virtual special meeting on April 3, 2024. The agenda includes an executive session closed to the public to discuss business planning within the State.
- Executive Session to discuss business locating, expanding, or remaining in the State
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several commission appointments and grant applications. Public hearings are scheduled regarding amendments to Chapter 95 for 9-1-1 surcharges and radio communications requirements. The Board will also review a master plan update for the Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center.
- Public hearing on State of Maryland 9-1-1 Surcharge ordinance
- Ordinance amendments regarding Kari’s Law and two-way radio communications
- New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC Lease Agreement
- Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center Master Plan Update
- Maryland State Arts Council Grant for the Solid Waste Division
Joint Work Session of the Board of County Commissioners and the Calvert County Planning Commission
The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will review proposed updates to Articles 1, 2, and 29 of the local zoning ordinance. The session includes a presentation from the Department of Planning and Zoning and a review of public comments received between February 2 and February 23, 2024.
- Zoning Ordinance Update: Articles 1, 2, and 29
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on the recommended FY2025 operating and capital budget. A work session is also scheduled to review the Calvert County Board of Education FY2025 budget. Other items include grant applications and a license agreement for an electric vehicle charging station in St. Leonard.
- Public hearing on the FY2025 staff-recommended operating and capital budget
- License agreement for an electric vehicle charging station in St. Leonard
- FY2025 transportation grant application
- Service charge for semi-annual real property tax billing
- Kinsey's Ridge trail easement revision
FY2025 Staff Recommended Budget Public Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 staff recommended operating and capital budget. The Department of Finance & Budget will provide a presentation on the proposed budget.
- FY2025 staff recommended operating and capital budget
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review the staff-recommended operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2025. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a special tax district petition for Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Inc. Several grant applications are also presented for approval.
- Presentation of the FY 2025 staff-recommended operating and capital budget
- Public hearing on the Special Tax District Petition for Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Inc.
- Grant application for Prince Frederick Armory Pavilion cold storage and commercial kitchen
- Grant application for Cove Point Basketball Project D-4
- FY 2025 Adult Treatment Court grant application
Renewal of Special Tax District Petition of the Board of Directors of the POACRE, Inc.
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Tax District petition submitted by the Board of Directors of the Property Owners Association of Chesapeake Ranch Estates, Inc. The item was presented via a memo from County Attorney John Norris.
- Special Tax District Petition of the Board of Directors of the POACRE, Inc.
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 staff recommended 6-year capital improvement plan for transportation. The meeting also includes several memorandum of understanding approvals and a ribbon cutting ceremony.
- FY 2025 Transportation 6-Year Capital Improvement Plan presentation
- MD Department of Natural Resources flood risk grant approval and deadline extension
- Hazard Mitigation Grant Project right of entry and memorandum of agreement
- FY 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant subrecipient agreement
- Ribbon cutting for Calvert County Sheriff's Office New District Stations
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2025 6-Year Staff Recommended Capital Improvement Plan. Discussion includes proposed amendments to Chapter 95 regarding Kari's Law and in-building two-way radio requirements. The meeting also covers wildlife management agreements and hazard mitigation plans.
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 95 for enforcement of Kari's Law
- Proposed amendment to Chapter s95 for in-building two-way radio communications requirements
- Fiscal Year 2025 6-Year Staff Recommended Capital Improvement Plan
- Cooperative Wildlife Management Agreement
- Resolution to adopt the Calvert County 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan
Joint Work Session of the Board of County Commissioners and the Calvert County Planning Commission
The Board of County Commissioners and the Planning Commission will hold a work session regarding updates to Articles 18 and 19 of the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance. The Department of Planning & Zoning will provide a presentation on these updates. The session also includes a review of public comments submitted between January and February 2, 2024.
- Presentation on Calvert County Zoning Ordinance Update (Articles 18 and 19)
- Review of public comments received from January through February 2, 2024
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board will consider several appointments and budget amendments. Discussions include the Fiscal Year 2025 Staff Recommended 6-year Capital Improvement Plan and transportation priorities for 2025-2030.
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Budget Amendment
- Mixed Textile Recycling Services award recommendation
- Fiscal Year 2025 Staff Recommended 6-year Capital Improvement Plan
- Red Hall Property: Change in Designated Planning Category Request
- Consolidated Transportation Program - Calvert Priorities for FY2025-2030
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review the Fiscal Year 2025 Staff Recommended Capital Improvement Plan. Discussion also includes a predevelopment grant agreement for the Prince Frederick Armory and a report on forest conservation tree coupons.
- Prince Frederick Armory Strategic Development Fund Grant Agreement and Budget Amendment
- Fiscal Year 2025 Staff Recommended Capital Improvement Plan presentation
- 2023 Native Tree Coupon and Forest Conservation Report
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 Public Safety staff recommended Capital Improvement Plan.
- Public hearing for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget amendment
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2025 Public Safety Capital Improvement Plan
- Appointments to several boards, including Library Trustees and Animal Matters Hearing Board
- Agreement with Calvert Library for the Maryland Connected Devices Program
- College of Southern Maryland annual state update presentation
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review the Board of Education's recommended Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2025. The agenda also includes a zoning ordinance update schedule and a budget adjustment for a library bookmobile shelter. Additionally, several appointments to county commissions are scheduled for consideration.
- Board of Education FY 2025 Staff Recommended Capital Improvement Plan presentation
- Budget adjustment for Calvert Library Bookmobile Shelter
- Zoning Ordinance Update schedule
- Amendment of Memorandum of Agreement with Long Beach Community Association
- Appointments to the Ethics Commission, Board of Appeals, and Fire & Rescue Commission