Charles County, Maryland

Police Accountability Review Board

The agenda for this meeting contains only a link to a previous agenda PDF and approved minutes from 2024. No substantive items for discussion or decision are listed, indicating a procedural or cancelled meeting.

The board approved the meeting minutes from January 30, 2025. Members discussed upcoming trial boards for the La Plata Police Department and Maryland State Police, as well as unsuccessful legislative proposals regarding the ACC's role.

• Approved January 30, 2025, meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Added review of new legislative proposals to July 2025 agenda

Police Accountability Review Board

The Charles County Police Accountability Review Board met on January 30, 2025. The agenda listed only the approval of that meeting's minutes. No other items were proposed or discussed.

• Approval of January 30, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board swore in new members Esperita Garrison and Quantral Fletcher. Members also approved the minutes from the October 23, 2024, and November 18, 2024, meetings.

• Swore in new members Esperita Garrison and Quantral Fletcher
• Approved October 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved November 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Charles County Board of Fire and Rescue will review letters of information and intent, including quarterly updates on ambulance and apparatus replacements, a request for roof repairs, and a proposal for architectural and engineering services for a fire station renovation. The board will also consider approval of June meeting minutes and a LOSAP report.

• La Plata VFD - Letter of Request for A&E services for renovation and addition to Station 1
• Waldorf VFD - Letter of Intent/Request for replacement of roof
• Tenth District VFD - Letter of Intent to replace Vehicle 8
• Cobb Island VFD & EMS - Quarterly Update on Ambulance 68 replacement
• Cobb Island VFD & EMS - Quarterly Update on Fire/Rescue Boat 6

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Board of License Commissioners will decide on four temporary one-day liquor licenses for events including the St. Charles Running Festival and Juneteenth Celebration, a transfer of a restaurant/bar license for The Creek Sports Bar in Waldorf, and a show cause hearing against Portside Liquors for alleged ABC violations. Several businesses also request premises expansions, hours changes, or additional time to pick up approved licenses.

• Show cause hearing against Portside Liquors (6967 Indian Head Hwy, Bryans Road) for alleged ABC violations
• Transfer of Class B/RB license to The Creek Sports Bar (10440 O’Donnell Place, Waldorf) from Boston’s Gourmet Pizza
• Temporary one-day license for the 2026 St. Charles Running Festival 10K & 5K (Celtic Star, Inc., ~1,000 attendees)
• Temporary one-day license for the 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration (Charles County Juneteenth Foundation, ~300 attendees)
• Requests from Invictus II Cigars (2068 Crain Highway, Waldorf) for temporary premises expansion, hours change, and floor space increase

The Board of License Commissioners approved multiple temporary alcoholic beverage licenses and requests for expanded licensed premises. The Board also issued fines totaling $5,750 to Portside Liquors following a Show Cause Order regarding multiple violations.

• Approved one-day temporary license for Butler's Enhancement (unanimous)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Charles Regional Medical Center Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Charles County Juneteenth Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved premises expansion for Invictus II Cigars (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor tasting expansion for Cobb Island Public Market (unanimous)
• Approved outside area expansion for The RAD House (unanimous)
• Approved license pickup extension for Eggspectation Waldorf to Sept 9, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved patio area expansion for Eggspectation Waldorf (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee approved the open and closed minutes from May 13, 2026. The board entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters before returning to open session.

• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (all in favor)

*PUBLIB HEARING* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will hold a hybrid public hearing to consider a County Land Use Plan Map Amendment to reflect Aviation Business Park and General Industrial Base Zones, and a proposed bill on collective bargaining for county employees. The hearing allows in-person and virtual testimony, with written comments accepted through July 21, 2026.

• Public hearing on County Land Use Plan Map Amendment for Aviation Business Park and General Industrial Base Zones
• Public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-04 regarding Charles County Employees Collective Bargaining
• In-person speaker sign-up begins 30 minutes prior and ends at hearing start; virtual registration by phone by 4 p.m. on July 21
• Each speaker allotted three minutes; written or voicemail comments accepted July 3–21, 2026

Board of Appeals

The Charles County Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two items: a special exception request to operate a boardinghouse at 11890 Acton Park Place in Waldorf, and an appeal of a Planning Commission decision denying a six-month extension for the Falcon Ridge preliminary subdivision plan on Mason Springs Road in Indian Head. The board will also consider approval of minutes from June 9 and sign decisions on four previously heard dockets.

• Special exception request (Docket #1488) by John Pedro for a boardinghouse on a 0.33-acre property at 11890 Acton Park Place, Waldorf, in the High Density Suburban Residential (RH) Zone.
• Administrative appeal (Docket #1489) by White Oak, LLC of the Planning Commission's denial of a six-month extension for the Falcon Ridge preliminary plan (XPN #98-0004) on 117.30 acres off Mason Springs Road (MD-425), Indian Head, zoned Watershed Conservation District (WCD).
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 9, 2026.
• Signed decision and orders for Dockets #1459 (Rivers Edge), #1474 (Duke 925LLC), #1483 (Riverside Shores), and #1484 (Riverside Shores).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment #26-191, which would permit mixed-use residential communities in Medium- and High-Density Residential zones to expand housing options. The Commission will also consider a Critical Area intrafamily transfer for Nikki Subdivision Lot 3 and continue a work session on the South Park West preliminary subdivision plan. Briefings are scheduled on the Forest Conservation Ordinance and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head capital improvement program.

• ZTA #26-191: Create Mixed Residential Community Use in RM and RH zones
• South Park West preliminary subdivision plan (183 acres, 216 townhome lots, commercial lots) off Billingsley Road and US 301 in Waldorf
• Critical Area Intrafamily Transfer for Nikki Subdivision Lot 3
• Briefing on Charles County Forest Conservation Ordinance
• Briefing on NSWC Indian Head capital improvement program

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will vote on the FY2027 Board of Education budget and a collective bargaining MOU with the Fraternal Order of Police. They will also discuss a land use plan map amendment for an aviation business park, proposed federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 locations, and hold a joint meeting with school officials on the 2026 school allocation cycle. Public comment is scheduled for 5 p.m.

• Request for Approval: FY2027 Board of Education Budget
• Approval of Collective Bargaining Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)
• Approval: Proposed Federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 Locations
• Briefing and request to schedule public hearing: County Land Use Plan Map Amendment for Aviation Business Park and General Industrial Base Zones
• Joint Meeting with Charles County Public Schools on the 2026 School Allocation Cycle

The Board approved several budget amendments, including a $555.5 million budget for the Charles County Board of Education. Commissioners also approved a collective bargaining agreement for the Fraternal Order of Police and a landmark designation for Hopewell Burial Ground. A public hearing was scheduled regarding land use plan map amendments.

• Approved FY2027 Budget Amendment Increase #6 ($200,000.00) (4-0)
• Approved FY2027 Budget Transfer Request #10 ($1,122,200.00) (4-0)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #864 ($67,000.00) (4-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for White Plains Park Enhancements (4-0)
• Approved FY2026 Board of Education Inter-Category Budget Transfer ($3.8 million) (4-0)
• Approved FY2027 Board of Education Budget ($555,532,999.00) (4-0)
• Approved Fraternal Order of Police MOU agreement (4-0)
• Approved Hopewell Burial Ground Landmark Designation Application (4-0)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-04, which would establish collective bargaining for Charles County employees. They also consider budget amendments including a $5 million increase for school safety initiatives and allocation of leftover FY2026 funds for a beginner farmer equipment rental program. Briefings include updates on the proposed Federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 program, open meeting compliance, and annual reports from several boards and commissions.

• Public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-04 Charles County Employees Collective Bargaining
• FY2027 Budget Amendment Increase #5: $5M for school safety security initiatives
• Request to allocate remaining FY2026 funds for Beginner Farmer Equipment Rental Program
• Proposed Resolution 2026-09 for Maryland Affordable Housing Trust Plumbing Poverty Program
• La Plata Library Lease Amendment and Dunstan Rd Interjurisdictional Road Transfer Deed

Resilience Authority of Charles County

The Board of Directors is meeting to review quarterly financial and executive reports. The session includes a report from the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Officer and a reminder regarding annual conflict of interest forms.

• Approval of December 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Treasurer's Report for Quarter 1 FY26
• Executive Director report from Stacy Schaefer
• Update from Climate Resilience and Sustainability Officer Beth Groth
• Annual completion of Conflict of Interest Forms

The Board of Directors approved the amended minutes from the December 11, 2025, meeting. Financial reports indicated a projected year-end fund balance of approximately $500,000 and active grants totaling approximately $1.7 million.

• Approved December 11, 2025, meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Liquor Board will decide whether to grant BP Waldorf LLC permission to operate under its current license for up to thirty days and to remain closed for more than ten consecutive days. It will review several one‑day temporary alcoholic beverage license applications for events in June, August, and September 2026. The board will consider a new transfer application for a Class 1 D beer, wine and liquor license to Grinders Spirits, LLC. Additional items include a show‑cause hearing and approval of April 2026 meeting minutes and inspection reports.

• BP Waldorf LLC request to operate up to 30 days under current license and to be closed >10 days
• One‑day temporary license for Harry White (June 26 2026) at White Plains Golf Course, ~144 attendees
• One‑day temporary license for Celtic Star, Inc. (Sept 19 2026) at Regency Stadium, ~1,000 attendees
• Transfer of Class 1 D liquor license to Grinders Spirits, LLC, 4450 Chicamuxen Road, Marbury
• Show cause hearing (details not specified in agenda)

The Board approved several one-day temporary alcoholic beverage licenses for local events. It also approved a Class D license transfer for Grinders Spirits, LLC, contingent upon specific documentation. Additionally, the Board approved renovation closure and license extension requests for Boston’s Gourmet Pizza but denied a request for The Creek’s Sports Bar, LLC to operate under that license.

• Approved Boston’s Gourmet Pizza closure for renovations (all in favor)
• Approved extension of Boston’s Gourmet Pizza alcohol beverage license until June 11, 2026 (all in favor)
• Denied request for The Creek’s Sports Bar, LLC to operate under Boston’s Gourmet Pizza license (all in favor)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Harry White Wilmer American Legion Post 82 (unanimously carried)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Island Roots Foundation LTD (unanimously carried)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Maryland Senators Baseball & Softball (unanimously carried)
• Approved one-day temporary license for Indian Head Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad (unanimously carried)
• Approved transfer of Class D license to Grinders Spirits, LLC, contingent upon documentation (all in favor)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee approved the April 8, 2026 minutes and entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The board returned to open session before adjourning.

• Approved April 8, 2026 minutes
• Entered closed session for personnel matters
• Adjourned meeting

Police Accountability Review Board

This meeting consists of a closed session to conduct a trial board interview as a personnel matter, followed by open-session appointments to the trial board. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Closed session under GP §3-305(1) for personnel matters (trial board interview)
• Open session appointments to the trial board

The Board appointed Kevin Copeland to the Trial Board following a closed session interview. Additionally, four current board members were appointed to serve on the Trial Board.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for personnel considerations (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Copeland to the Trial Board
• Appointed Derrick Terry, Ivan Hill, David Bird, and Quantral Fletcher to the Trial Board (unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will consider approval of the June 30, 2025 open‑meeting minutes. Commissioners will discuss recent correspondence, the role of an alternate member, and a proposed piece of legislation. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of June 30, 2025 open meeting minutes
• Approval of June 30, 2025 closed meeting minutes
• Discussion of correspondence from the Ethics Commission
• Discussion of the role of an alternate member
• Discussion of a legislation proposal

The Commission approved the June 30, 2025, meeting minutes for both open and closed sessions. Members agreed to modify the Rules of Procedure regarding how an Alternate takes a full voting seat if a member leaves. The Commission also declined to support a pending legislation proposal.

• Approved Open Meeting Minutes from June 30, 2025
• Approved Closed Meeting Minutes from June 30, 2025
• Agreed to include language for Alternates to become full voting members upon a vacancy
• Decided not to support the discussed legislation proposal

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will swear in Andrea McCoy as an alternate member, then consider follow-up on three ethics complaints (EC 2024-07, EC 2025-03, EC 2025-04). They will also discuss scheduling a regular monthly meeting date and review financial disclosures. The meeting may include closed sessions as permitted by Maryland law.

• Oath of office for Andrea McCoy as alternate member
• Follow-up on Ethics Complaint EC 2024-07
• New responses received on complaints EC 2025-03 and EC 2025-04
• Discussion on setting a regular monthly meeting date
• Review of financial disclosures

The Commission approved the June 2, 2025, open and closed meeting minutes. Members established a regular meeting schedule for the fourth Monday of each month and voted to recommend removing individuals who failed to file required financial disclosures from their boards or commissions.

• Approved June 2, 2025 Open Meeting Minutes (all in favor)
• Approved June 2, 2025 Closed Meeting Minutes with one change (all in favor)
• Established regular monthly meeting schedule for the fourth Monday of each month
• Cancelled proposed July 21, 2025 virtual meeting
• Recommended removal of individuals who failed to file financial disclosures from their boards or commissions (all in favor)

Ethics Commission

The Charles County Ethics Commission will approve minutes from prior meetings, both open and closed sessions. Commissioners will follow up on Ethics Complaint 2024-07 and receive a new complaint filed in February 2025. The commission will discuss possible updates to its rules and procedures. The next in‑person meeting date will also be set.

• Approve December 9, 2024 minutes (open session)
• Approve December 9, 2024 minutes (closed session)
• Approve March 24, 2025 minutes (open session)
• Approve March 24, 2025 minutes (closed session)
• Follow‑up on Ethics Complaint 2024-07

The Commission approved the open and closed meeting minutes from December 9, 2024, and March 24, 2025. A discussion regarding updating Rules and Procedures was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved December 9, 2024 Open Meeting Minutes
• Approved December 9, 2024 Closed Meeting Minutes
• Approved March 24, 2025 Open Meeting Minutes
• Approved March 24, 2025 Closed Meeting Minutes with three corrections
• Tabled discussion regarding updating Rules and Procedures

Ethics Commission

The Commission entered a closed session to discuss investigation results of previously reviewed complaints. The members discussed reviewing the Rules and Procedures at the next meeting.

• Entered closed session to discuss complaint investigations (unanimous)
• Clerk directed to email current Rules and Procedures to members

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed bills to establish an Inspector General office and to create a volunteer fire tax credit, along with a hearing on Community Development Block Grant closeouts. The board will also consider a request for one-time funding for school safety and security, multiple budget transfers, and a lease agreement for a charitable trust. Discussions include a process for ceremonial use of a county building and adding a public comment session.

• Request for one-time funding for Charles County Public Schools enhanced safety and security efforts
• Public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-05 Charles County Volunteer Fire Tax Credit
• Public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-03 establishing an Inspector General office
• Public hearing on status update of CDBG grants for Gayle House shelter, Fuller House, Martha's House, and Meals on Wheels repairs
• Discussion on approving a process for ceremonial use of a county building for memorial services for former/sitting commissioners

The Board approved multiple budget transfers for capital projects, water repairs, and park paving. They also authorized one-time funding for Charles County Public Schools' safety efforts and approved a public comment session for June 24.

• Approved May 12, 2026 minutes
• Approved $2,000,000.00 budget transfer for Project 3220 (4-0)
• Approved $202,710.00 budget transfer to cancel Radio Tower Coating Restoration (4-0)
• Approved $130,890.00 budget transfer for water repairs and maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $130,000.00 budget transfer for infrastructure management invoices (4-0)
• Approved $166,850.00 budget transfer for Bensville Park paving (4-0)
• Authorized one-time funding for Charles County Public Schools safety efforts (4-0)
• Approved Charitable Trust Lease Agreement and named building 'The Vivian Mills Nonprofit Center' (4-0)

Police Accountability Review Board

This is a routine quarterly meeting of the Charles County Police Accountability Review Board, consisting of a joint session with law enforcement followed by the board's own business. The agenda lists only procedural items: call to order, law enforcement communication, unfinished and new business, and approval of minutes from prior meetings. No specific cases, complaints, or policy changes are identified.

• No specific items (e.g., complaints, policy decisions, or dollar amounts) are listed on the agenda; only procedural actions.

The Board approved the October 23, 2025, and November 19, 2025, meeting minutes with corrections. Discussions included pending legislative proposals regarding officer record expungement and a new process for sharing disciplinary reports with the Board.

• Approved January 22, 2026, meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2025, and November 19, 2025, meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Charles County Board of Fire and Rescue will approve the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes and review the March 2026 LOSAP report. It will receive multiple letters of information, including a request for funds to purchase and install MDT rescue boats. The board will also hear updates on equipment replacements such as a UTV for the Tenth District VFD and an ambulance for the County VRS, plus a volunteer coordinator report and a capital projects quarterly report.

• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• LOSAP report for March 2026
• Funding request for MDT equipment purchase and fire boat installation
• Replacement of UTV 8 for Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department
• Replacement of Ambulance 518 for Charles County Volunteer Rescue Service

The commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting. It also approved the request for equipment purchase and installation of fire boats, and approved funding for mandated video‑laryngoscopy training via a cadaver lab. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved MDT fire boats equipment purchase/installation request (all in favor)
• Approved video laryngoscopy training funding request (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a budget work session and vote to adopt the FY2027 General Fund and all budgets, including setting property tax rates. Other major items include discussions on crosswalk realignment on Washington Avenue in La Plata and hosting DMV Soldiers Semi-Pro Basketball home games at St. Charles High School. Commissioners will also consider letters of support for a state library capital grant, a cardiovascular health program, and a local youth organization's chapter status.

• Adoption of FY2027 General Fund and all budgets with tax rate setting
• Discussion: Crosswalk realignment at Washington Avenue, La Plata
• Discussion: Cost of DMV Soldiers Semi-Pro Basketball home games at St. Charles High School
• Letter of support for Maryland State Library Agency FY28 Capital Grant for new La Plata Library
• Groundbreaking for Pinefield Fire and EMS Station at 2160 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf

The Board designated May 12, 2026 a Legislative Day and approved letters of support for the new La Plata Library, a cardiovascular health program, and a 100 Black Men chapter. It also approved $1,360.65 from Community Support Funds for the 2026 Clergy Prayer Breakfast. Finally, the Commissioners adopted the FY2027 General Fund Operating Budget of $644,157,500 and related capital, enterprise fund, and tax rate budgets.

• Designated May 12, 2026 a Legislative Day (passed)
• Approved Letter of Support for FY2028 Capital Grant for the New La Plata Library (passed)
• Approved Letter of Support for new grant‑funded Cardiovascular Health Program for Seniors (passed)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 Pursuit of Chapter Status for 100 Black Men of America (passed)
• Approved use of Community Support Funds up to $1,360.65 for the 2026 Clergy Prayer Breakfast (passed)
• Adopted FY2027 General Fund Operating Budget ($644,157,500) (passed)
• Adopted FY2027 Capital Budget ($171,029) and FY2027‑2031 Capital Improvement Program ($1,139,498,000) (passed)
• Adopted FY2027 Water and Sewer Operating Budget ($67,264,100) and increased water and sewer user fee rates (passed)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Charles County Liquor Board will consider a request from T.G.I. Friday's to extend its 2025 liquor license for 20 days, until May 20, 2026. The agenda also includes routine items such as temporary license applications, new/transfer applications, a show cause hearing, and other business, but no additional details are provided.

• T.G.I. Friday's requests 20-day extension of 2025 liquor license at 2990 Waldorf Market Place

The Board voted to extend T.G.I. Friday’s liquor license for 20 days, until May 20, 2026. It also approved the renewal of the license, conditional on all outstanding debts and holds being cleared before that date and payment of required fees. Both motions passed with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 20‑day license extension to May 20, 2026 (all in favor)
• Approved renewal contingent on debt clearance and fee payment (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Charles County Liquor Board will meet to swear in new members, consider applications for new and transferred liquor licenses, and approve 2026 license renewals. The board will also hear a show cause case regarding a license display violation.

• Swearing in of new board members LaVon Proctor and Kerry-Ann Williams
• Transfer of Class D license for Newburg Market (15486 Rock Point Road)
• New Class B license for Crabs On Deck (11765 St. Linus Drive)
• New Class B-RB license for The Cove at Cobb Island (12133 Neale Sound Drive)
• Approval of 2026 Liquor License Renewals for various establishments

The Board unanimously approved 148 complete 2026 liquor license renewals and also approved renewals that are on hold pending release by April 30, 2026. It approved several new temporary and permanent licenses, a transfer of a Class D license pending permits, and denied a request for live‑music expansion at a marina. The Board also fined Society Hookah Bar & Lounge $100 for a display violation.

• Approved 148 complete 2026 liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved renewals with comptroller and treasurer hold, contingent on release by April 30 (unanimous)
• Approved renewals with treasurer hold, contingent on release by April 30 (unanimous)
• Approved extension of 2025 licenses to May 20, 2026 for Bar 919, Julito's LLC, Kaow Thai (unanimous)
• Approved new Class B Stadium license to Crabs on Deck LLC (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Class D license to Newburg Market pending health and U&O permits (unanimous)
• Denied expansion request for live music at Port Tobacco Marina Ship's Store (unanimous)
• Imposed $100 fine on Society Hookah Bar & Lounge for Rule 6.117 violation (3 in favor, 1 opposed)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The board voted to go into closed session, then later returned to open session, and finally adjourned, all with unanimous support.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budgets, the FY2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program, and proposed fees, rates, and charges. The meeting also includes discussions on tax differentials and volunteer fire tax credits.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budgets
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program
• Public hearing on proposed fees, rates, and charges
• Proposed Bill 2026-05 regarding Charles County Volunteer Fire Tax Credit
• Meeting with Town of La Plata and Town of Indian Head regarding FY2027 Tax Differential

Commissioners unanimously approved a motion to reintroduce Bill 2026-05, the Property Tax Credit for Volunteer Emergency Responders, as emergency legislation. They also set the tax‑rate setting meeting for May 12, 2026, and voted to keep the public‑hearing record open until May 8, 2026 before ending the hearing. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Reintroduce Bill 2026-05 Property Tax Credit for Volunteer Emergency Responders as emergency legislation – passed unanimously
• Set tax‑rate setting meeting for May 12, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. at BOCC hybrid meeting – passed unanimously
• Keep public hearing record open until May 8, 2026 – passed unanimously
• End public hearing – passed unanimously
• Adjourn meeting – passed unanimously

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a legislative day session including a briefing and request to introduce a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units (ADU). They will also conduct a work session on the FY2027 budget, covering general fund, enterprise funds, special revenue funds, and fees. An update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds is scheduled, and several public hearing dates have been rescheduled.

• Proposed Bill 2026-06: Zoning Text Amendment 25-189 for Accessory Dwelling Units flexibility – briefing and request to introduce and schedule public hearing
• FY2027 Budget Work Session – review of General Fund, Enterprise Funds, Special Revenue Funds, and Fees & Charges
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Public hearing for Proposed Bill 2026-03 (Inspector General Office) rescheduled from May 5 to May 19, 2026
• Public hearing for Proposed Bill 2026-04 (Collective Bargaining) rescheduled from May 12 to June 9, 2026

The board introduced Zoning Text Amendment 25-189 to allow flexible accessory dwelling units and scheduled its public hearing for July 7, 2026. They also approved a $1.5 million reallocation of ARPA funding to five existing projects. Closed‑session actions on a lease, potential land transfer, litigation settlement and agency building location were discussed, with the lease agreement set for future open‑session approval.

• Introduced Zoning Text Amendment 25-189 for ADUs (passed, 4‑0)
• Scheduled public hearing on ADU amendment for July 7, 2026 (passed, 4‑0)
• Reallocated $1,500,000 of ARPA funds to five projects (passed, 4‑0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss lease, land transfer, litigation and building location (passed, 4‑0)
• Consented to proceed with lease agreement, to be approved in open session (consensus)
• Rescheduled potential land transfer discussion (item to be rescheduled)
• Ended closed session (passed, all commissioners present)
• Public comment session held with five in‑person speakers

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider a FY2026 budget transfer request to cover the expense of renting a generator while transformer repairs are performed at Building 18 of the MWWTP. They will also review a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maryland Stadium Authority for the Sports & Wellness Project, discuss a partial road closure on Brentland Road, and receive briefings on the FY2025 financial reports and FY2027 budget work. Two public hearings will be held later in the day on the Affordable Housing Pilot projects and on local legislative proposals.

• Budget Transfer Request #158: generator rental expense for Building 18 MWWTP repairs
• Memorandum of Understanding with Maryland Stadium Authority – Sports & Wellness Project
• Discussion of Brentland Road partial closure to prevent illegal dumping
• Briefing on FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit
• Public Hearing: Affordable Housing Pilot workgroup project funding considerations

The Commissioners approved a $10,000,000 FY2026 inter‑category budget increase for the Charles County Board of Education and a $4.5 million FY2026 inter‑category budget transfer. They also approved a $158,160 FY2026 budget transfer for generator rental at the Mattawoman Wastewater Treatment Plant, a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maryland Stadium Authority, and a partial closure of Brentland Road to prevent illegal dumping. The board scheduled a public hearing for the volunteer fire tax credit bill on May 19, 2026.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #158 for $158,160 (Bowling, Coates, Collins present)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Maryland Stadium Authority (Bowling, Coates, Collins present)
• Approved partial closure of Brentland Road (Bowling, Coates, Collins present)
• Introduced Bill 2026‑05 Volunteer Fire Tax Credit and scheduled public hearing for May 19, 2026 (Bowling, Coates, Stewart, Collins present)
• Approved FY2026 Inter‑Category Budget Increase of $10,000,000 for Board of Education (all Commissioners present)
• Approved FY2026 Inter‑Category Budget Transfer of $4,500,000 (all Commissioners present)

*NOTE SCHEDULE CHANGES**Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to hold a hybrid meeting to discuss the FY2027 budget and review several items, including a proposed bill on animal board member compensation. The agenda contains multiple items marked 'TO BE RESCHEDULED' and a public hearing on the proposed bill.

• FY2027 Budget Work Sessions (Revenue, Agencies, CIP)
• Public Hearing: Proposed Bill 2026-(02) Animal Matters Board Member Compensation
• Budget Amendment(s) and Transfer(s) for FY2026
• Discussion: Crosswalk Realignment at Washington Avenue
• Letter of Commitment: Western Parkway Phase Three

The board approved three FY2026 budget transfers totaling $6,117,740, including $6,017,710 for a satellite regional facility for Public Works. A pension‑plan amendment for non‑public‑safety participants passed 3‑1. The Animal Matters Board compensation bill was adopted, changing board member language to allow compensation. The meeting adjourned after these actions.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #582 for $6,017,710 to retrofit a building for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #110 for $54,930 to install a water tap on Livingston Road (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Amendment Increase #122 for $143,100 for conceptual design of a new county circuit courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Commitment for Western Parkway Phase Three with USACE (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the Charles County Pension Plan for non‑public‑safety participants (3‑1)
• Adopted Bill 2026‑02 Animal Matters Board (Member Compensation) changing language to allow compensation (unanimous)
• Approved the minutes of the March 17, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Board of Fire and Rescue is meeting to consider approval of minutes and a LOSAP report, review multiple letters of information/intent/request for equipment purchases and projects (including UTV, MDT replacement, ambulances, engine, truck, solar panels, station remodel, and inflatable boat), and receive the volunteer coordinator's report and capital projects notification. The board will also enter a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Final report on Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department UTV 2
• Final report on Charles County Volunteer Fireman's Association MDT Replacement Project
• Final report on Charles County MICU Ambulance 608
• Letter of intent to replace Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department inflatable boat 6A
• Closed session for personnel matter

The Board of Fire & Rescue approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. It then voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters. After the closed session, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session under Art. § 3-305(b)(1) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session regarding FY2027 funding for various county agencies and departments. The meeting also includes a discussion on the cost of hosting DMV Soldiers semi-pro basketball games at St. Charles High School.

• FY2027 Budget Work Session for County Agencies, including Department of Social Services and Health Department
• FY2027 Budget Presentation for the Charles County Charitable Trust
• FY2027 Budget review for the Charles County Sheriff's Office
• Discussion on costs for DMV Soldiers semi-pro basketball home games at St. Charles High School
• Update on Economic Development goals and objectives

The Charles County Board of Commissioners met on April 22, 2026 and reviewed the FY2027 General Fund budget proposal of $641,826,500, an 8% increase with no tax hikes. Updates on economic‑development goals and agency budgets were presented. At 3:05 p.m., a motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and passed with four commissioners voting in favor; Commissioner Coates was absent.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0 vote)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear new business involving civil complaints filed against residents. The session may be closed to the public.

• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2026
• Hearing for File 26-02: Evelyn Simmons v. Kenya Hill
• Hearing for File 26-04: Rhonda Wallace v. Michael Watson
• Next meeting scheduled for April 7, 2026

The board approved the March 3 minutes unanimously. Kenya Hill was found in violation of §230‑12.4.A.(1) and fined $100, with the motion passing with all members in favor except one abstention. Michael Watson was found in violation of multiple sections, fined $600 ( $200 held in abeyance for 12 months, $400 due in 30 days), and the motion passed with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 3 minutes (all in favor)
• Found Kenya Hill in violation of §230‑12.4.A.(1); $100 fine (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Found Michael Watson in violation of §§230‑12.4.A.(1,4) and §230‑12.5.A.(1); $600 fine (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The board will consider approval of minutes from February 17, 2026, and then hear new business including four animal-control citations and one civil complaint. The agenda is tentative and subject to change.

• Citation 7547: Animal Control Services v. Matthew Scott Quiles
• Citation 7560: Animal Control Services v. Brittany L. Dorsey-Rawlings
• Citations 7566, 7567: Animal Control Services v. Jamal Lionel Rosier
• File 26-01: Richard S. Payne v. Allen Smith and Gina Smith

The Animal Matters Hearing Board approved fines and penalties for five separate animal‑control citations. All motions were passed unanimously. Fines ranged from $100 to $650, with some amounts held in abeyance and two dogs ordered to be humanely euthanized.

• Found Brittany L. Dorsey‑Rawlings in violation; $350 fine ($300 abeyance 1 yr, $50 due 30 days)
• Found Jamal Lionel Rosier in violation for Queenie; $650 fine, animal ordered euthanized
• Found Jamal Lionel Rosier in violation for Bolo; $500 fine, animal ordered euthanized
• Found Matthew Scott Quiles in violation; $400 fine ($300 abeyance 6 mo, $100 due 30 days)
• Found Gina Smith in violation; $100 fine ($50 abeyance 6 mo, $50 due 30 days)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will consider two citations: one against Jawan Rasheen Green (Citation 7530) and one against Deisy DelCid Reyes (Citation 7593). The board will also approve minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting.

• Citation 7530: Animal Control Services v. Jawan Rasheen Green
• Citation 7593: Animal Control Services v. Deisy DelCid Reyes
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2026

The board approved the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It found Jawan Rasheen Green in violation of four statutes and imposed fines totaling $500, with $200 held in abeyance for 12 months and $200 held for 1 month pending rabies vaccination proof. It also found Deisy DelCid Reyes in violation of one statute, imposed a $50 fine, and ordered an $875 shelter impound fee payable by the next day. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Found Jawan Rasheen Green in violation of §230-10.A, §230-12, §230-9.A, §230-12.5; imposed $500 total fines with abatements
• Found Deisy DelCid Reyes in violation of §230-12; imposed $50 fine and $875 shelter fee
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Board of License Commissioners is reviewing applications for new and temporary alcohol licenses. The meeting includes show cause hearings regarding license violations and requests for business continuity and temporary closures.

• New Class B/RB license application for The Bayou Kitchen and Bar at 173 St. Patrick’s Drive, Waldorf
• Temporary license applications for National Wild Turkey Federation (Fairground Road) and BPO Elks (St. Charles Parkway)
• Show cause hearing for Szechuan Garden HS, Inc. regarding unauthorized closure (Rule 6.106)
• Show cause hearing for Chesapeake Wine Shoppe, LLC regarding alcohol awareness certification (ABC §18-1902.l(a))
• Request for Certificate of Permission for the Estate of Raymond Rawlings (Ray's Pier, Inc.)

The Board unanimously approved several one‑day temporary Class C licenses, granted extensions for two pending licenses, and approved new Class B restaurant licenses. It also granted a Certificate of Permission for Ray’s Pier for up to 18 months. A transfer of a Class D beer, wine and liquor license to Fairway Liquors was approved by a 2‑to‑1 vote. Chesapeake Wine Shoppe was found in violation of an alcohol‑awareness requirement and fined $250.

• Approved one‑day Class C temporary license for National Wild Turkey Federation (March 28) – unanimous
• Approved one‑day Class C temporary license for Elks Waldorf 2421 (May 29, rain date June 5) – unanimous
• Granted Certificate of Permission for Ray's Pier estate for up to 18 months – unanimous
• Extended Pier House Restaurant license pick‑up deadline to May 14, 2026 – unanimous
• Approved new Class B restaurant license for The Bayou Kitchen and Bar, contingent on permits – unanimous
• Approved transfer of Class D license to Fairway Liquors, vote 2‑1
• Approved new Class B/RB license with outside service for The Prime Street Grille – unanimous
• Found Chesapeake Wine Shoppe in violation of ABC §18‑1902.1(a) and fined $250 – unanimous

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a budget work session covering proposed fees, charges, and operating budgets for several enterprise funds. The meeting also includes briefings on EMS station planning and the current water supply program.

• FY2027 Budget Work Session on fees, charges, and funds including Water and Sewer, Recreation, and Landfill
• Budget Transfer Request #372 for the Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan
• Letter of support for the Banana Ball World Tour stadium
• Letter of support for FY2027 Congressional Earmark for Melwood's Nanjemoy Campus
• Briefing on Emergency Medical Services (EMS) station location planning

The board appointed LaVon Proctor (At-Large) and Kerry-Ann Williams (District Two) to the Board of License Commissioners. A budget transfer of $65,700 was approved to update the Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan. The commissioners also approved letters of support for the Banana Ball World Tour stadium event and for a FY2027 congressional earmark for Melwood's Nanjemoy Campus. Motions to enter and later exit a closed session were both passed.

• Approved appointment of LaVon Proctor as At-Large member to the Board of License Commissioners (all present voted in favor)
• Approved appointment of Kerry-Ann Williams as District Two member to the Board of License Commissioners (all present voted in favor)
• Approved Budget Transfer Request #372 for $65,700 to update the Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plan (all present voted in favor)
• Approved letter of support for Stadium - Banana Ball World Tour (all present voted in favor)
• Approved letter of support for FY2027 Congressional Earmark for Melwood's Nanjemoy Campus (all present voted in favor)
• Moved meeting into closed session to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, and property use (all commissioners present voted in favor)
• Ended closed session and returned to open session (all commissioners present voted in favor)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the February 11, 2026 open and closed minutes. It voted to enter a closed session, then later returned to open session. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Resilience Authority of Charles County

The Charles County Resilience Authority Board of Directors will meet to review the Executive Director's report and a proposed Strategic Plan. The board will also receive a quarterly financial update and a report from the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Officer.

• Approval of Strategic Plan
• December 2025 Financial Update
• Approval of July 17, September 4, and September 18, 2025 draft minutes

The Resilience Authority board approved the minutes from July 17, September 4 and September 18, 2025. The board also approved the Strategic Plan after incorporating all board edits. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voted in favor)
• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voted in favor)
• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (all members voted in favor)
• Approved the Strategic Plan as presented (all members voted in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all members voted in favor)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Charles County Liquor Board will discuss a retail delivery update and note that there are no temporary license applications. It will review two new/transfer applications: a new Class B/R restaurant license for Taqueria Y Rosticeria El Rey 2 at 2140 Old Washington Road, Waldorf, and an expansion request for Milk & Honey at 3257 Plaza Way to include 3249 Plaza Way, Waldorf. The board will hold show cause hearings for KaRibbean Fire Restaurant and Bryantown Store regarding missing supervisory alcohol awareness certification. Additional items include a company membership change, license turn‑in, hours change notification, minutes approval, inspections, proposed rule changes, renewal review, and the 2025 annual report.

• New Class B/R restaurant liquor license application for Taqueria Y Rosticeria El Rey 2, 2140 Old Washington Road, Waldorf
• Expansion request for Milk & Honey, 3257 Plaza Way to include 3249 Plaza Way, Waldorf
• Show cause hearing for KaRibbean Fire Restaurant, 13 Shining Willow Way, La Plata, for lack of certified supervisory staff
• Show cause hearing for Bryantown Store, 6435 Leonardtown Road, Bryantown, for lack of certified supervisory staff
• Public hearing on proposed changes to liquor board rules and regulations

The board approved the expansion of Milk & Honey’s licensed premises to include 3249 Plaza Way. It approved a new Class B/R on‑sale alcoholic beverage license for Taqueria Y/Rosticeria El Rey 2, contingent on receipt of the required U&O and health permits. The board adopted the proposed changes to the Board of License Commissioners Rules and Regulations effective immediately. It also approved the January 8 2026 minutes, the 2026 renewal letter and application, and the 2025 annual report with suggested board expansion language.

• Approved Milk & Honey expansion to include 3249 Plaza Way (unanimous)
• Approved new Class B/R license for Taqueria Y/Rosticeria El Rey 2, contingent on permits (unanimous)
• Fine of $100 paid and Letter in Lieu signed for Nikki Strickland (KaRibbean Fire) (compliance)
• Fine of $100 paid and Letter in Lieu signed for Geeta R. Babaria and Susmita K. Parekh (Bryantown Store) (compliance)
• Approved changes to BOLC Rules and Regulations effective immediately (unanimous)
• Approved January 8 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 renewal letter and application with recommended changes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Annual Report with proposed board expansion language (unanimous)

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Board of Fire and Rescue will consider requests from Potomac Heights and Benedict volunteer departments to replace ambulances, including a request to waive the standard 30-day layover period. Also up for discussion are requests for a UTV from Bryans Road and a storage outbuilding from Hughesville, all of which were tabled at the January 15 meeting. The board will also receive quarterly reports from several volunteer departments, a LOSAP report, and a capital projects notification.

• Potomac Heights request to replace ambulance and waive 30-day layover period
• Benedict request to replace ambulance 58 (tabled from January 15)
• Bryans Road request for UTV 11 (tabled from January 15)
• Hughesville request for addition of storage outbuilding (tabled from January 15)
• Quarterly reports from Newburg, Dentsville, Indian Head, and Tenth District volunteer departments

The Board approved the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes. It approved a Potomac Heights ambulance replacement and waived the 30‑day layover period, as well as equipment requests for Benedict, Bryans Road, and Hughesville volunteer fire departments. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved January 15, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Potomac Heights ambulance replacement and 30‑day layover waiver (all in favor)
• Approved Benedict Volunteer Fire Department ambulance replacement (all in favor)
• Approved Bryans Road VFD donated UTV (all in favor)
• Approved Hughesville VFD storage outbuilding (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Administrative Charging Committee

The board approved the January 14, 2026 meeting minutes. It voted to go into closed session to discuss personnel issues, then returned to open session later. The next meeting was set for March 11, 2026 at 3 p.m. virtually, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved January 14, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel matters (all in favor)
• Returned to open session (all in favor)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 11, 2026 at 3 p.m. virtually
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will approve the minutes from the March 3 meeting, consider budget amendments and transfers, and vote on a final purchase and sale agreement for Lot One of the Hughesville Industrial Park well site and waterline extension. The session also includes letters of support for FY2027 congressional earmark applications, a legislative update on the 2026 Maryland General Assembly, and briefings on small‑business permitting and other topics.

• Final Purchase and Sale Agreement for Lot One (1) Hughesville Industrial Park well site and waterline extension
• Budget Amendment(s) and Budget Transfer(s) presented by the Chief of Budget
• Letters of Support for FY2027 Congressional Earmark applications (Pope's Creek Living Shoreline, Phoenix International, Inc., and Charles County Soil Conservation District)
• Legislative Update on the 2026 Maryland General Assembly Session
• Briefing: Small Business Permitting Workgroup

The board approved a purchase agreement for the Hughesville Industrial Park well site and waterline extension and several letters of support for local projects. They declared March 10, 2026 a Legislative Day, introduced Bill 2026‑04 on employee collective bargaining, and scheduled a public hearing for the bill on May 12, 2026. The commissioners also moved into a closed session to review a contract and conduct board interviews before adjourning.

• Approved Hughesville Industrial Park Well Site and Waterline Extension Agreement
• Approved letter of support for Pope's Creek Living Shoreline
• Approved letter of support for Charles County Soil Conservation District facility
• Approved letters of support for Charles County Projects and Initiatives
• Made March 10, 2026 a Legislative Day
• Introduced proposed Bill 2026‑04 Charles County Employees Collective Bargaining
• Scheduled public hearing for the collective bargaining bill on May 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Moved into closed session to review a potential contract and conduct board interviews

**PUBLIC COMMENTS* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a hybrid virtual and in-person meeting to receive public comments. This session is dedicated to allowing residents to share comments with the Board.

**PUBLIC COMMENTS* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners is holding a hybrid public comment session with no other business on the agenda. Speakers will be limited to three minutes each, both in-person and virtually. The meeting is procedural only, with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Public comment session with 3-minute limit per speaker
• In-person sign-up starts at 4:30 p.m. at 200 Baltimore Street, La Plata
• Virtual registration by phone (240) 776-6709 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on meeting day

**PUBLIC COMMENTS* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners is holding a hybrid public comment session. No specific legislative or action items are on the agenda; the meeting is solely for receiving public comments on any topic. Residents may speak in person or virtually via phone registration.

**PUBLIC COMMENTS* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

This is a hybrid public comment session where residents can speak for up to three minutes on any topic. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment session with 3-minute speaking limit
• In-person sign-up starts at 4:30 p.m. at 200 Baltimore Street, La Plata
• Virtual registration by phone at (240) 776-6709 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on meeting day

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing proposals to establish an Inspector General Office and update zoning codes for accessory dwelling units and large retail sales. The body is also discussing funding for affordable housing PILOT projects and member compensation for the Animal Matters Board.

• Proposed Bill 2026-(03) to establish an Inspector General Office
• Zoning Text Amendment request for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Proposed zoning amendments for retail sales over 100,000 square feet
• FY2027 Annual Transportation Priority Letter to MDOT
• Proposed Bill 2026-(02) regarding Animal Matters Board member compensation

The board approved a FY2026 budget transfer of $361,140 and adopted a new SOP for change order authorities. It also approved a letter of support for the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center and the FY2027 transportation priority letter to MDOT. Commissioners introduced two bills—Animal Matters Board member compensation and the creation of an Inspector General office—and scheduled public hearings for each. Finally, staff were authorized to begin the public process for an accessory dwelling unit zoning text amendment.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #406 for $361,140 (voting in favor)
• Approved SOP CP.FAS.05.002 Delegated Authorities for Change Orders (voting in favor)
• Approved letter of support for UM Charles Regional Medical Center (voting in favor)
• Approved FY2027 Annual Transportation Priority Letter to MDOT (voting in favor)
• Introduced Bill 2026-02 Animal Matters Board member compensation (voting in favor)
• Scheduled public hearing for Animal Matters Board Bill on April 14, 2026 (voting in favor)
• Approved staff to begin public process for ADU zoning text amendment (voting in favor)
• Introduced Bill 2026-03 Office of the Inspector General (voting in favor)

Police Accountability Review Board

The board unanimously approved the July 24 2025 meeting minutes. Ms. Mitchell will arrange a virtual interview for additional Police Accountability Board candidates. Ms. Weschler will schedule a joint meeting with the ACC to discuss the 2025 annual report and will request IT to create a PAB email address and add print and submit buttons to the online form. A two‑day PAB summit is planned for April 2026 in Baltimore.

• Approved July 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Planned virtual interview for additional PAB candidates (to be scheduled)
• Scheduled joint ACC‑PAB meeting to plan 2025 annual report (to be set up)
• Requested IT to create PAB email address and add print/submit buttons to form (to be done)
• Announced 2‑day PAB summit in April 2026 in Baltimore (informational)

Police Accountability Review Board

The Charles County Police Accountability Review Board will discuss the 2025 Annual Report. It will also consider reappointing Alex Turner to the ACC. The meeting includes a call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of 2025 Annual Report
• Reappoint Alex Turner to the ACC

The Police Accountability Review Board voted to reappoint Alex Turner to the ACC, extending his term to December 31, 2029. The motion was made by Mr. Fletcher, seconded by Tia Spencer‑Blake, and passed with all members in favor. The board also noted that Mr. Donald Poole had been reappointed on 11/18/2025. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Reappointed Alex Turner to ACC, term now through 12/31/2029 (unanimous)
• Noted reappointment of Donald Poole on 11/18/2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will consider several animal control citations and civil complaints, including cases against Inga Simone Harrison, Robert Anthony Parnell Jr., Jacinda Paige Modeste, Phyllis Elizabeth Hill, and Heather Ann Dangelo. The board will also hold an annual legal briefing. The meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2026.

• Citation 7481 – Animal Control Services v. Inga Simone Harrison
• Citations 7564 & 7565 – Animal Control Services v. Robert Anthony Parnell Jr.
• Citation 7575 – Animal Control Services v. Jacinda Paige Modeste
• Citation 7576 – Animal Control Services v. Phyllis Elizabeth Hill
• Citations 7589 & 7590 – Animal Control Services v. Heather Ann Dangelo

The Animal Matters Hearing Board approved the February 3 minutes and then adopted motions imposing fines and abeyances on several animal‑control citations. Inga Simone Harrison received a $600 fine (Citation 7481) with $300 held in abeyance for six months, and additional fines were levied on other owners. All motions were seconded and passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.

• Approved $600 fine (Citation 7481) on Inga Simone Harrison; $300 held in abeyance for 6 months
• Approved $350 fine (Citation 7591) on Inga Simone Harrison; $300 held in abeyance for 6 months, $590 impound fee due 2/18/26
• Approved $300 fine (Citation 7564) on Robert Anthony Parnell Jr.; $250 held in abeyance for 1 year
• Approved $300 fine (Citation 7565) on Robert Anthony Parnell Jr.; $250 held in abeyance for 1 year
• Approved $200 fine (Citation 7575) on Jacinda Paige Modeste; $610 impound invoice, referral to State’s Attorney
• Approved $300 fine (Citation 7576) on Phyllis Elizabeth Hill; $250 held in abeyance for 1 year, $295 impound fee
• Approved $100 fine (Citation 7589) on Heather Ann D’Angelo; $440 impound fee due 2/18/26
• Approved $100 fine (Citation 7590) on Heather Ann D’Angelo; $440 impound fee due 2/18/26

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve the minutes from the February 3 meeting and consider several budget transfer requests, including an increase to tourism event revenue. They will vote on Change Order #9 for the Landfill Cell 4B construction contract and review the FY2027 VanGO Annual Transportation Plan. A public hearing will be held on Proposed Bill 2026-01, which would adjust the compensation of county commissioners.

• FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #100 to increase tourism event revenue from the Mixtape Concert Series
• Change Order #9 for Landfill Cell 4B construction contract (liner rework)
• Approval of FY2027 VanGO Annual Transportation Plan and authorizing resolution
• Public hearing on Proposed Bill 2026-01 to change county commissioners' compensation
• Discussion of recent sewage spills into the Potomac and Port Tobacco Rivers

The board approved two FY2026 budget transfers totaling $290,800, a $2,263,314.22 reduction to the landfill Cell 4B construction contract, and several letters and funding requests. It also approved the FY2027 VanGo Annual Transportation Plan and adopted Resolution 2026‑02 to submit the plan. All motions passed with the four present commissioners voting in favor.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #100 for $71,800.00 (tourism event revenue)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #195 for $219,000.00 (recreation funds)
• Approved Change Order #9 reducing landfill Cell 4B contract by $2,263,314.22
• Approved letter of support for US Bomb Technician Association
• Approved letter for Deer Cooperator Permit to USDA Wildlife Services
• Approved request for courthouse lights colors for awareness months
• Approved $200 funding request for Interfaith Commission Iftar event
• Approved FY2027 VanGo Annual Transportation Plan and Resolution 2026‑02 authorizing its submission

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Animal Matters Hearing Board will hold a public meeting to consider two civil citations (7497, 7499, 7500) brought by Animal Control Services against Kevin L. Reeder and Kevin Lenier Reeder. The board will also approve minutes from January 20, 2026, and take public comments. Citations are the only substantive business on the agenda.

• Citation 7497: Animal Control Services v. Kevin L. Reeder
• Citations 7499 and 7500: Animal Control Services v. Kevin Lenier Reeder
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2026
• Public comments on animal matters

The board approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 hearing unanimously. Citation 7497 was dismissed before the hearing began. The board approved fines for citations 7499 and 7500, totaling $450 and $300 respectively, with portions due now and portions held in abeyance. The meeting was adjourned at 6:27 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Approved January 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Dismissed Citation 7497 (unanimous)
• Approved fines for Citation 7499: $450 total, $150 due now, $150 held in abeyance (unanimous)
• Approved fines for Citation 7500: $300 total, $175 due now, $125 held in abeyance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:27 p.m. (unanimous)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will consider four new citations from Animal Control Services against individuals. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comments. No additional details on the citations are provided in the agenda.

• Citation 7546: Animal Control Services v. Francois Erofilo Fuentes
• Citation 7559: Animal Control Services v. Gina Annmarie Abendorth
• Citation 7563: Animal Control Services v. Pablo R. Rojas
• Citation 7572: Animal Control Services v. Echeverria Jose Aguilar

The Animal Matters Hearing Board approved the minutes from the Jan 6, 2026 hearing. It issued citations and fines to four animal owners for license and dangerous‑animal violations, with portions of the fines held in abeyance. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the Jan 6, 2026 hearing (unanimous)
• Found Gina Annmarie Abendorth in violation of license and dangerous‑animal statutes; $50 fine due, $700 fine held in abeyance for 12 months (unanimous)
• Found Pablo R. Rojas in violation of license, animal‑at‑large and dangerous‑animal statutes; $300 fine due, $250 fine held in abeyance for 6 months (unanimous)
• Found Jose Aguilar Echeverria in violation of animal‑at‑large statute; $50 fine and $320 payment to shelter due by Jan 21, 2026 (unanimous)
• Found Francois Erofilo Fuentes in violation of animal‑at‑large and dangerous‑animal statutes; $50 fine, $350 fine, $435 impound fee, and $806.25 veterinary reimbursement due (motion passed, one abstention)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 7:12 p.m. (unanimous)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss proposed zoning code amendments for retail sales over 100,000 square feet, consider a Project Labor Agreement policy for county projects, and hold a work session on a preliminary bill to establish an Inspector General office. The agenda also includes budget transfers, a land use map amendment, a facade alteration to Blue Crabs Stadium, and a public comment session.

• Budget transfer #270 closing White Plains Water Enhancements
• Budget transfer #719 for modifications and technology updates to the Government Building auditorium
• Discussion of proposed amendments to the Charles County Zoning Code for retail sales over 100,000 square feet
• Consideration of Charles County Project Labor Agreement (PLA) policy
• Work session on preliminary proposed Bill 2026-() establishing an Inspector General office

The Board approved two FY2026 budget transfers—$662,370 for White Plains water enhancements and $1,876,000 for updates to the Government Building Auditorium. It also approved the façade alteration to Blue Crabs Stadium and a County Land Use Map amendment. Staff were directed to draft legislation on a proposed zoning code change for retail sales over 100,000 sq ft and to brief the board in March. Several board appointments were reapproved, and one new appointment was made.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #270 ($662,370) (vote in favor)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #719 ($1,876,000) (vote in favor)
• Approved Façade Alteration to the Blue Crabs Stadium (vote in favor)
• Approved County Land Use Map Amendment (vote in favor)
• Reappointed William Johnson and James Sherman to the Animal Matters Hearing Board (vote in favor)
• Reappointed Michelle Jones to the Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board) (vote in favor)
• Appointed Trey Brown to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Retirement Plan Committee (vote in favor)
• Directed staff to draft legislation on the proposed zoning code amendment for retail sales >100,000 sq ft and to brief the Board in March (consensus)

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Board of Fire and Rescue will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairman and consider reappointments for Lynn Gilroy and Bill Deer. The meeting includes several requests for vehicle replacements and facility additions from various volunteer fire and rescue departments.

• Requests for ambulance replacements from Benedict VFD & RS, Potomac Heights VFD & RS, and Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad
• Requests for vehicle replacements from Waldorf VFD (EMS Command Vehicle and Car 3) and Westlake Vol Fire & EMS Dept (EMS Utility 12 and Utility 12)
• Request from Hughesville VFD & RS for the addition of a storage outbuilding
• Request from Bryans Road VFD & RS regarding a donated UTV 11
• Quarterly reports for Cobb Island VFD & RS (Ambulance 68 and Rescue Boat 6) and Tenth District VFD (UTV 8)

The Board of Fire & Rescue elected Lynn Gilroy as Chairman and Bill Deer as Vice Chairman for 2026, with all members in favor. The Board approved the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved a 30‑day layover for the Benedict VFD & RS ambulance replacement and waived the 30‑day layover requirement for several equipment replacement requests from Waldorf, Westlake, and Bryans Road volunteer departments.

• Lynn Gilroy elected Chairman (all in favor)
• Bill Deer elected Vice Chairman (all in favor)
• December 18, 2025 minutes approved (all in favor)
• 30‑day layover approved for Benedict VFD & RS ambulance replacement (all in favor)
• Waiver of 30‑day layover approved for Waldorf Volunteer Fire Dept EMS command vehicle (all in favor)
• Waiver of 30‑day layover approved for Waldorf Volunteer Fire Dept Car 3 (all in favor)
• Waiver of 30‑day layover approved for Westlake Volunteer Fire & EMS EMS Utility 12 (all in favor)
• 30‑day layover approved for Bryans Road VFD & RS donated UTV (all in favor)

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Board of License Commissioners is reviewing several applications for one-day temporary alcoholic beverage licenses for fundraisers and classes. The board is also considering the transfer of liquor licenses for three businesses and a change in operating hours for one establishment.

• Temporary license request for Charles County Public Library Foundation fundraiser on April 17, 2026
• Temporary license request for Ivy & Pearls of Southern Maryland fundraiser on May 19, 2026
• Temporary license request for Ducks Unlimited fundraiser on February 28, 2026
• License transfer application for Pisgah Liquor and Deli at 7015 Poorhouse Road
• License transfer application for La Hacienda II at 2796 Old Washington Road

The Board unanimously approved four one‑day temporary Class C alcohol licenses for events in Waldorf, Indian Head, and at the County Fairgrounds. It also approved three transfers of existing liquor licenses—two Class D transfers and one Class B/RB transfer—each with required conditions. The minutes from the December 11, 2025 meeting were adopted.

• Approved one‑day Class C temporary license for Charles County Public Library Foundation, Waldorf (April 17 2026) – unanimous
• Approved one‑day Class C temporary beer, wine & alcohol licenses for College of Southern Maryland cooking classes (Jan 22, Feb 12, Apr 30 2026) – unanimous
• Approved one‑day Class C temporary license for Ivy & Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities, Jazz in the Park (May 19 2026, rain date May 17) – unanimous
• Approved one‑day Class C temporary license for Ducks Unlimited fundraiser at Charles County Fairgrounds (Feb 28 2026) – unanimous
• Approved transfer of Class D Beer, Wine & Liquor license to Maruthi Prasad Veeramarchi and Gagandeep Kaur Suri, LVOE, Inc. – all in favor
• Approved transfer of Class D Beer, Wine & Liquor license to Deepti Sharma Arora, Lakshmi Devi LLC, t/a Pisgah Liquor and Deli – all in favor, contingent on U&O and health permit
• Approved transfer of Class B/RB Beer, Wine & Liquor license to Fidel Valentino Castellanos and Jonathan Edward Jennings, La Hacienda II, LLC – all in favor, contingent on Treasurer clearance
• Approved minutes of December 11 2025 – all in favor

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the December 10, 2025 open and closed minutes. It entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters, then returned to open session. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved December 10, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Entered closed session (all in favor)
• Returned to open session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

*VIRTUAL*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners meeting on January 28, 2026 will review and vote on several FY2026 budget amendment and transfer requests, including additional funds for water repairs, a mandated local share for eligible children in private pre‑kindergarten, and emergency HVAC replacement for the Lackey High School pool. The agenda also includes a change order for electrical and automation improvements at the Mattawoman Waste Water Treatment Plant, a memorandum of understanding with the Town of La Plata for a Radio Station Road side‑path extension, and a resolution to condemn land for a boundary line adjustment. The meeting consists of an open session followed by a closed session.

• FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #102 – additional funds for water repairs (Utilitiesc.pdf)
• FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #118 – mandated local share for eligible children in private pre‑kindergarten (Prekindergartenc.pdf)
• FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #359 – emergency HVAC replacement for Lackey High School pool (CIP Project)
• Change Order #12 – electrical and automation improvements at Mattawoman Waste Water Treatment Plant (GHD Engineering Services contract)
• Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of La Plata for the Radio Station Road side‑path extension

Commissioners approved several FY2026 budget transfers, including $85,000 for water repairs, $141,860 for private pre‑kindergarten, $1.64 M for a high school pool HVAC replacement, and a $4.2 M inter‑category transfer for the County Board of Education. They also approved Change Order #12 for the Mattawoman Waste Water Treatment Plant, a memorandum of understanding for the Radio Station Road Side Path extension, and the condemnation of property at 8040 Marshall Corner Road. The board entered closed session to discuss potential new business, a land acquisition, and personnel litigation before adjourning.

• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #102 for $85,000 water repairs
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #118 for $141,860 private pre‑kindergarten
• Approved FY2026 Budget Transfer #359 for $1,640,000 Lackey High School pool HVAC replacement
• Approved FY2026 Board of Education inter‑category budget transfer for $4.2 M
• Approved Change Order #12 for Mattawoman Waste Water Treatment Plant electrical and automation improvements
• Approved MOU with Town of La Plata for Radio Station Road Side Path extension
• Approved Resolution 2026‑01 condemning 8040 Marshall Corner Road, Pomfret, MD
• Moved into closed session to discuss potential new business, land acquisition, and personnel litigation

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will meet to conduct hearings on animal control citations and civil complaints. The board will also handle administrative matters including an oath of office.

• Citation 7498: Animal Control Services v. Deisy Del Cid Reyo
• Citation 7557: Animal Control Services v. Henry Earl Rascoe, Jr.
• Citation 7562: Animal Control Services v. Molly John Murphy
• File 25-22: Tony Wiggins v. Molly (Murphy) Heisler

The Animal Matters Hearing Board swore in a new Humane Society representative and approved the prior meeting minutes. It found Molly John Murphy, Henry Earl Rascoe Jr., and Deisy Del Cid Reyo in violation of animal‑control statutes and levied fines and other penalties, all by unanimous vote. The board also dismissed a related complaint against Murphy and adjourned the meeting.

• April Hodges sworn in as Humane Society for Charles County representative (oath of office)
• Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes, all in favor
• Molly John Murphy fined $50 (license), $50 (animal at large), $150 (rabies) and referred to State Attorney's Office, all in favor
• Dismissed complaint File 25-22 against Molly John Murphy, all in favor
• Henry Earl Rascoe Jr. fined $50 (animal at large) and $500 (dangerous/vicious); $400 held in abeyance 9 months, all in favor
• Deisy Del Cid Reyo fined $50 (animal at large) and $500 shelter fee, all in favor
• Motion to adjourn the meeting, all in favor

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The Charles County Animal Matters Hearing Board will approve minutes from prior meetings and then address new business involving several animal control citations and civil complaints. Specific cases include citations 7520, 7541, and 7555, as well as civil files 25-20 and 25-21. The meeting will conclude with public comments and scheduling of the next session.

• Citation 7520 – Animal Control Services v. James Thomas Green
• Citation 7541 – Animal Control Services v. James Thomas Green
• Citation 7555 – Animal Control Services v. Dorothy Lynn Maloney
• Civil File 25-20 – Tony Wiggins v. Molly Heisler
• Civil File 25-21 – Brendan Salinas v. Gregory and Sarah Leonard

The board approved the open and closed minutes from November 2025. It ruled that James Thomas Green was not in violation of §230-12 but was in violation of §230-12.5 for his dog Brutus, extended a $300 hold for four months and ordered a $410 impound fee payment. The board dismissed Citation 7541 for the canine Rab bit, dismissed the complaint in File 25-20, found Dorothy Lynn Maloney in violation of §230-12.5, and dismissed the complaint in File 25-21. The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m.

• Approved open minutes of November 4, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved closed minutes of November 4, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved open minutes of November 18, 2025 (all in favor)
• Found James Thomas Green not in violation of §230-12 and in violation of §230-12.5; $300 held in abeyance extended four months; ordered $410 impound fee payment (all in favor)
• Dismissed Citation 7541 for canine Rab bit (all in favor)
• Dismissed File 25-20 complaint due to lack of evidence (motion carried despite one opposition)
• Found Dorothy Lynn Maloney in violation of §230-12.5, no fine assessed (all in favor)
• Dismissed File 25-21 complaint (all in favor)

Animal Matters Hearing Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the Dec. 2, 2025 hearing. It approved fines of $250 for citations 7492, 7493, 7494, and 7495, with $200 held in abeyance for six months; citation 7494 also required a $265 payment to reclaim the animal. The board adopted two appreciation resolutions, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of Dec 2, 2025 hearing (unanimous)
• Approved fines $250 for Citation 7492, $200 held in abeyance (unanimous)
• Approved fines $250 for Citation 7493, $200 held in abeyance (unanimous)
• Approved fines $250 for Citation 7494, $200 held in abeyance and $265 payment due (unanimous)
• Approved fines $250 for Citation 7495, $200 held in abeyance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-01 expressing appreciation to Animal Care and Control (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-02 expressing appreciation to Clerk Linda Price (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at ~7:01 p.m. (unanimous)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board will review and vote on budget amendment and transfer proposals presented by the Chief of Budget. They will also receive letters outlining the county’s FY 2027 state budget priorities to the governor and a request to the Maryland Stadium Authority regarding the Waldorf Sports and Wellness Center. A zoning text amendment and a promotional pay increase policy will be briefed, and a preliminary bill to create an Inspector General office will be discussed.

• Budget amendment(s) and transfer(s) presented by Ms. Samantha Chiriaco, Chief of Budget
• Letter to Governor Moore outlining FY 2027 state budget priorities
• Letter to Maryland Stadium Authority regarding Waldorf Sports and Wellness Center
• Briefing on Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) #25-188 Proposed Encroachment Text
• Preliminary proposed bill to establish an Inspector General office

The board approved letters to Governor Moore and the Maryland Stadium Authority. A motion to grant a bonus to sworn Sheriff’s Office Fraternal Order of Police members failed 2‑3. Commissioners agreed to send the revised Zoning Text Amendment #25-188 back to the Planning Commission. They also set a work session for February 3 to continue discussion of the Inspector General Bill.

• Approved letter to Governor Moore with requested changes (unanimous)
• Approved letter to Maryland Stadium Authority (unanimous)
• Rejected bonus for Sheriff’s Office police union members (2‑3 vote)
• Sent revised ZTA #25-188 encroachment amendment back to Planning Commission (consensus)
• Scheduled February 3 work session on Inspector General Bill (consensus)
• Directed staff to send letter of support for Baltimore County Inspector General legislation (consensus)
• Moved meeting into closed session per Section 3‑305(b)(3)(7) (unanimous)
• Authorized Commissioner Collins to meet with land‑donation requestor (consensus)

Board of Fire & Rescue

The Board of Fire and Rescue is reviewing letters of intent and quarterly reports regarding equipment and facility updates. The meeting includes updates on ambulance and truck replacements and station renovations.

• Letters of intent for replacement of Ambulance 58 (Benedict VFD & RS) and EMS Utility 12 (Westlake VFD EMS)
• Quarterly reports on replacement of Ambulance 39, 399, 127, and Engine 32 (Waldorf VFD)
• Quarterly report on replacement of Ambulance 608 (CCMICU)
• Quarterly reports on Station 12 renovation and bay door replacement (Westlake VFD EMS)
• Quarterly report on the Solar Panel Project (Bryans Road VFD & RS)

The Board of Fire & Rescue approved the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The board reappointed Bill Deer and Lynn Gilroy to the Board for 2026, with letters to follow. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Reappointed Bill Deer to Board of Fire & Rescue for 2026
• Reappointed Lynn Gilroy to Board of Fire & Rescue for 2026
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Compensation Commission

The Compensation Commission accepted recommendations to pay the Police Accountability Board trial judge $187.50 per meeting, set annual stipends of $14,850 for the Orphans Court chief judge and $14,250 for associate judges with $500 travel each, and keep the Electrical Examiner Board rates at $2,450 for the chairman and $2,175 for members. The stipends will be paid monthly based on attendance, with excused absences still compensated, and any budget freeze will delay the increases until the following year. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved agenda for the meeting (all in favor)
• Approved compensation for PAB trial judge: $187.50 per meeting (all in favor)
• Approved Orphans Court judges' stipends: Chief $14,850, Associate $14,250, $500 travel each (all in favor)
• Approved maintaining Electrical Examiner Board compensation: Chairman $2,450, Members $2,175 (all in favor)

Compensation Commission

After a quorum was met, the Commission heard a briefing on commissioner benefits. The members approved the meeting agenda and the October 28, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. The Chair requested outreach to two boards and a salary comparison for neighboring counties. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Requested Ms. Dews contact Nuisance Board Chairman and Animal Control Hearing Board
• Requested Ms. Taliaferro-Savannah compile neighboring counties' commissioner salaries
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Compensation Commission

The Compensation Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the November 14, 2025 meeting. It accepted the recommended stipend increases for several boards, to take effect in 2027 and be paid monthly. The commission also cancelled the scheduled meeting for November 25, 2025. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved November 14, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted stipend increase recommendations for nine boards (all in favor)
• Cancelled November 25, 2025 meeting by consensus
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the November 12, 2025 minutes. The board voted to enter a closed session, then later voted to return to open session. The meeting was then adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 3 p.m. (virtual).

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved motion to go into closed session (all in favor)
• Approved motion to return to open session (all in favor)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (all in favor)

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, proclamations, and budget amendments. The agenda includes a public comment session and a closed session, with several items marked to be rescheduled.

• Approval of December 9, 2025 minutes
• FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #118 for Mandated Local Share
• FY2026 Budget Amendment Increase #339 for Forest Conservation Fee-in-Lieu
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Sponsorship
• Discussion on Sheriff's Office bonus for Fraternal Order of Police

The Board introduced Bill 2026-01 to codify commissioner salaries and scheduled a public hearing for February 24, 2026. They approved a $30,100 budget amendment, a $1,500 MLK Jr. Breakfast sponsorship, and a letter to the Maryland Stadium Authority. They accepted the appraised value for a potential property acquisition and appointed Michelle Gillam‑Lyons to the Nuisance Abatement Hearing Board. The Commissioners also approved one‑time bonuses of $1,000 for full‑time and $250 for part‑time employees and increased the CIP fund reserve.

• Accepted appraised value for potential property acquisition (3‑0)
• Approved Budget Amendment Increase #339 for $30,100 (5‑0)
• Approved Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast sponsorship of $1,500 (5‑0)
• Approved letter to Maryland Stadium Authority (5‑0)
• Appointed Michelle Gillam‑Lyons to Nuisance Abatement Hearing Board (5‑0)
• Introduced Bill 2026-01 Compensation for County Commissioners (5‑0)
• Scheduled public hearing on Bill 2026-01 for Feb. 24, 2026 (5‑0)
• Approved one‑time bonuses $1,000 (full‑time) and $250 (part‑time) and increased CIP reserve (5‑0)

*JOINT TOWN HALL* Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Charles County Board of County Commissioners will hold its Quarterly Town Hall for District 2 on September 22, 2026. The meeting is in‑person only, with speaker sign‑in beginning at 5:30 p.m. and no virtual speaking option. Residents can submit advance questions via the provided link or contact the Commissioners Office.

• Quarterly Town Hall Meeting – District 2 (in‑person only)
• Speaker sign‑in starts at 5:30 p.m.
• Advance questions can be submitted online

Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board)

The Board will consider a transfer application for a Class D Beer, Wine & Liquor license from Joe Lawrence Langley, Jr. and Linda Scott‑Ahalt to Evan Wayne Langley of J.E.L., LLC, doing business as Joe’s Groceries & Liquors. Other items include a request by Port Tobacco Restaurant to operate by reservation only on Wednesdays, a deadline extension request by Pier House Restaurant, and a status update on the Red Tails Bar and Grille license held in abeyance. The Board will also hear a clarification request from Pasha Lounge regarding its tobacco and Class B‑N liquor license and consider suggested changes to Board rules.

• Transfer of Class D liquor license for 8355 Marshall Corner Road, Pomfret
• Port Tobacco Restaurant request to open by reservation only, Wednesdays 12 p.m.–1 p.m.
• Pier House Restaurant request to extend license pick‑up deadline to March 12 2026
• Red Tails Bar and Grille license status hearing scheduled for Dec 11, 2025
• Pasha Lounge request to change operating hours and clarify tobacco license

*Charles County Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several FY2026 budget amendments and transfer requests, including funding for private pre‑kindergarten, a wastewater treatment plant replacement, and park infrastructure. They will also approve the acquisition of land on Billingsley Road. A proposed zoning text amendment (ZTA #25‑188) is listed for future public hearing. Additional briefings cover ARPA updates, the sports and wellness complex, and other agency reports.

• Approval of FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #118 for mandated local share for eligible children in private pre‑kindergarten
• Approval of FY2026 Budget Transfer Request #736 for construction of wastewater treatment plant replacement
• Approval of FY2026 Budget Amendment Increase #273 split funding from MDNR for local parks and playground infrastructure
• Approval of land acquisition on Billingsley Road
• Proposed Bill 2025‑08 Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) #25‑188 encroachment amendment (to be rescheduled)