Talbot County public meetings in 2024

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - December 19, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review and provide recommendations to the County Council on four resolutions to reclassify properties for immediate priority water and sewer status. The board will also review capital projects and wastewater flows in St. Michaels and Tilghman.

• Resolution 365: Reclassify 9802 and 9818 Ocean Gateway, Easton
• Resolution 366: Reclassify properties east of U.S. Route 50, south of Dutchmans Lane, Easton
• Resolution 367: Reclassify 7510 Quaker Neck Road, Bozman
• Resolution 368: Reclassify 4502 Old Trappe Road, Trappe
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows

Talbot County Council Meeting December 10, 2024

The Council will hear a proposal from the Tourism Board to raise the countywide accommodations tax from 4% to 6%. The meeting also includes a work session on the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund and several requests to amend the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan.

• Proposed increase of countywide accommodations tax rate from 4% to 6%
• Water and sewer plan amendments for 9802 and 9818 Ocean Gateway, U.S. Route 50 (south of Dutchmans Lane), 7510 Quaker Neck Road, and 4502 Old Trappe Road
• Pool contract renewal with Coastline Pool Services for the 2025 season
• Request for chiller and cooling tower installation at the Talbot County Courthouse
• Agreement with the FAA for a new Instrument Landing System (ILS) for Runway 4 at Easton Airport

Talbot Council Work Session - Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund

The Talbot County Council is conducting a work session to discuss the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund (CRRF) and determine next steps. The session includes presentations from the Finance Director and representatives from the Talbot Family Network and the Maryland Office of Social Equity.

• Review of the Work Session CRRF Memo dated 12.4.24
• Discussion of CRRF Guidance
• Review of CRRF Survey Results Report

Talbot County Council Work Session - Oyster Nutrient Credit Pilot Program

The Talbot County Council is holding a work session to discuss a proposal for the Oyster Nutrient Credit Pilot Program. The session includes presentations from Ferry Cove Shellfish, Inc., the Talbot Watermen Association, the Department of Public Works, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and Shore Rivers.

• Discussion on the Oyster Nutrient Credit Pilot Program proposal

Talbot County Council Meeting - November 26, 2024

The Talbot County Council will meet to elect officers and review several county manager requests. Key items include a proposed land purchase and various contract awards for infrastructure and strategic planning.

• Request to purchase 16.6± acres of property on Goldsborough Neck Road from John O. Brooks, Jr. and Sherrill G. Brooks
• Recommendation to award Bid No. 24-11 for the Economic Development and Tourism Strategic Plan
• Recommendation for Change Order No. 4 for Bid No. 22-11 regarding the Royal Oak Pump Station No. 1 replacement
• Request to use contingency funds to reimburse the State’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
• Election of Council Officers

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - November 22, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will meet to review previous minutes and discuss a December appreciation luncheon. The meeting includes a site tour of a directional drilling project under Broad Creek.

• Tour of Directional Drilling project under Broad Creek

Short Term Rental Review Board November 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet to review applications for short-term rental licenses. One active request is on the agenda, while two other requests have been postponed.

• Short-term rental license request for accessory dwelling at 23953 Vandenberg Lane, Bozman (File No.: STN-24-28)
• Postponed license request for 8956 Tilghman Island Rd, Wittman
• Postponed license request for 1724 Ferry Point Court, Trappe

Talbot County Council Work Session - Proposed County Reserve Policies

The Talbot County Council held a work session to review the proposed County Reserve Policies for 2024. Finance Director Martha Sparks and representatives from Davenport & Co. presented the draft policies. The council discussed the policies but no formal vote or decision was scheduled in this session.

• Review of proposed County Reserve Policies (draft) presented by Finance Director and Davenport & Co.

Talbot County Council Meeting - October 29, 2024

The Talbot County Council will review a request from the Department of Public Works to award a change order for Phase 1-B of Bid No. 23-11. This project involves extending sewer from the Region II (St. Michaels) wastewater treatment plant to the Mount Pleasant area, under Broad Creek, and to the villages of Bozman and Neavitt.

• Change order for Bid No. 23-11: Sewer extension to Mount Pleasant, Bozman, and Neavitt

Talbot County Council Meeting - October 25, 2024

The Talbot County Council will consider an administrative resolution to adopt an emergency burning ban due to fire conditions and a request to award a change order for a sewer extension project.

• Emergency burning ban resolution
• Sewer extension change order to Mount Pleasant and Villages of Bozman and Neavitt
• County Manager's Report
• Closed Session

Talbot County Council Meeting - October 22, 2024

The Talbot County Council will consider Bill 1579, which modifies zoning code sections to meet a condition imposed by the Maryland Critical Area Commission for historic inns. The vote follows a prior amendment (Bill 1544) adopted on July 25, 2023. The meeting also includes routine items such as financial disbursements, a hazardous waste drop‑off announcement, and a public comment hearing on a solar project.

• Bill 1579 – amendment to zoning code sections 190‑25.2, 190‑29, 190‑29.7, and 190‑78 for historic inns
• Disbursements for October 15 and October 22, 2024 (cash statements)
• Request to award contract for renovation of Hog Neck Golf Course café kitchen
• MOU proposal with Easton Utilities Commission for hospital water and sewer services
• Public comment hearing notice for Crockett Solar’s 61.20 MW solar project (Nov 7, 2024)

Talbot County Council - Annual Consolidated Transportation Plan Meeting

The Talbot County Council is holding a meeting to discuss the Annual Consolidated Transportation Plan (CTP). The session includes representatives from the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT).

• Annual Consolidated Transportation Plan (CTP) meeting with MDOT representatives

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - October 17, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater flows for St. Michaels and Tilghman. The meeting includes a discussion on road improvement strategies and a site tour of a drilling project.

• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Discussion of Road Priority Review and Road Improvement Strategies
• Tour of Directional Drilling project under Broad Creek
• Summary review of Capital Projects

Talbot County Council Meeting - October 8, 2024

The Talbot County Council will meet to approve the St. Michaels Library expansion and renovation, award a contract for water and sewer planning, and consider amendments to electrical and zoning codes. The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. after a closed session.

• Award Bid 24-10 for St. Michaels Library Expansion and Renovation at 106 Fremont Street
• Amend electrical standards (Bill 1578) and increase fines for violations
• Reclassify Bozman Neavitt Road properties to 'S-1' priority status (Res. 362)
• Waive five-year zoning hold for Easton annexation of 17.329 acres (Res. 363)
• Address conditions for historic inn development (Bill 1579)

Talbot County Council Meeting with Local Delegation

The Talbot County Council is holding its annual meeting with Senator John Mautz, Delegate Christopher Adams, and Delegate Tom Hutchinson. The session is scheduled from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Bradley Meeting Room.

• Annual Meeting with Local Delegation (Senator John Mautz, Delegate Christopher Adams, and Delegate Tom Hutchinson)
• Closed session scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - September 26, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater flows for St. Michaels and Tilghman. The board is tasked with providing a recommendation to the County Council regarding a resolution to reclassify two properties in Bozman to immediate priority status for water and sewer services.

• Resolution 362: Reclassifying 7044 and 6990 Bozman Neavitt Road to "S-1" immediate priority status
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection improvements
• Summary review of Capital Projects
• Discussion of Road Priority Review and Road Improvement Strategies
• Talbot Thrive presentation

Talbot County Council Work Session - County Council and Talbot County Planning Commission on Draft Legislation

The Talbot County Council and Planning Commission are meeting for a work session to discuss draft legislation. The session focuses on cannabis regulations and proposed legislation regarding Dissolved Air Floatation (DAF) byproducts, also known as food processing residuals.

• Draft legislation concerning cannabis regulations
• Proposed legislation concerning Dissolved Air Floatation (DAF) byproducts (food processing residuals)

Short Term Rental Review Board September 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet to consider license applications for primary dwellings. The board will also review the decision summary from the August 22, 2024, meeting.

• Short-term rental license request for 27484 St Michaels Rd, Easton
• Short-term rental license request for 7634 Wales Lane, St Michaels
• Short-term rental license request for 5758 Tilghman Beach Drive, Tilghman
• Short-term rental license request for 8110 Leehaven Rd, Easton

Talbot County Council Meeting - September 10, 2024

The Talbot County Council will consider amending the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan, waiving a five-year hold for a proposed Town of Easton annexation, and approving moving expenses for the St. Michaels Library. The Council will also hear a public hearing on a bill to update electrical standards and fines.

• Amend Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan for Bozman properties
• Waive five-year hold for Town of Easton annexation of 17.329 acres
• Approve St. Michaels Library moving expenses
• Public hearing on Bill 1578 to update electrical standards
• Establish internal working group for county-owned properties

Talbot County Council Work Session - Accommodations Tax

The Talbot County Council will hold a work session on August 27, 2024 to discuss the Accommodations Tax. Finance Director Martha Sparks and Economic Development Director Cassandra Vanhooser are scheduled to present. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Work session on Accommodations Tax with Finance Director and Economic Development Director

Talbot County Council Meeting - August 27, 2024

The Talbot County Council will hold a public hearing on an emergency bill (Bill No. 1577) to amend a prior bill coordinating the temporary closure of Maryland Route 662C for construction of a new hospital and regional medical center. The meeting also includes a work session on the Accommodations Tax, several county manager reports recommending award of engineering service contracts, and a request for a community parks grant. Additional items are presentations of certificates of recognition and a request to approve a local abatement plan for opioid restitution funds.

• Public hearing on Bill No. 1577 to amend Bill No. 1231 for temporary closure of MD Route 662C for new hospital construction
• Recommendation to award Bid No. 22-07 (Amendment 1) for engineering services to update the comprehensive water and sewer plan
• Recommendation to award Bid No. 20-04 (Amendment 4) for engineering design services for Ferry Point Marina Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Town of Trappe request for Community Parks and Playground Grant for Home Run Baker Park
• Presentation and request for approval of Local Abatement Plan for Opioid Restitution Funds

Short Term Rental Review Board August 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet to review applications for short-term rental licenses for primary dwellings. The board will also approve the decision summary from July 18, 2024.

• Short-Term Rental License request for 5752 Johns Way, Tilghman MD (Kathleen Greenaway)
• Short-Term Rental License request for 24312 Oakwood Park Rd (OHC Cabin LLC)
• Short-Term Rental License request for 21576 Chicken Point Rd, Tilghman MD (Donald Birchler)

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - August 15, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will meet to review capital projects and road improvement strategies. The board will also discuss wastewater flows and sewer collection improvements for specific regions.

• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Review of Final Action Letter from MDE on Resolutions 338, 347 and 348
• Road Priority Review and Road Improvement Strategies
• Summary review of Capital Projects

Talbot County Council Work Session - Regional Medical Center Project & Transfer of MD Rt. 662

The Talbot County Council will hold a work session to discuss the Regional Medical Center project. The session will also address the transfer of Maryland Route 662 (Longwoods Road). No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Regional Medical Center project
• Transfer of MD Rt 662 (Longwoods Road)

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - July 18, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will discuss road improvement strategies and priority reviews. The board is also reviewing wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements for St. Michaels and Tilghman.

• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Road Priority Review and Road Improvement Strategies
• Summary review of Capital Projects
• Talbot Thrive presentation and discussion

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - June 20, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater flows for Region II and Region V. The board is also scheduled to review a resolution regarding pump station and force main locations for medical and community center services.

• Review of Resolution 360 regarding water and sewer plan amendments for 10000 Longwoods Road and 10028 Ocean Gateway
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Discussion on Talbot County and SHA road priorities
• Summary review of Capital Projects

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - May 16, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater system improvements for St. Michaels and Tilghman. The meeting also includes a review of state and county road priorities.

• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Review of SHA and Talbot County road priorities
• Summary review of capital projects
• Review of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - April 18, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review March 2024 wastewater flows for the St. Michaels and Tilghman regions. The meeting also includes a summary review of capital projects and the 2024 priority listing. A tour of Ferry Cove Hatchery is scheduled, though no policy decisions are planned during that portion of the meeting.

• Review of March 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Summary review of Capital Projects and 2024 Priority Listing
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - March 21, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital project schedules and wastewater system improvements. The board is also tasked with providing recommendations to the County Council regarding three specific resolutions to amend the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan.

• Review of Capital Projects schedules
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Recommendation on Resolution 353 regarding water and sewer classifications for the Lakeside development
• Recommendation on Resolution 354 to change status to 'S-1' immediate priority at Blueberry Acres Lane, St. Michaels
• Recommendation on Resolution 355 to change status to 'S-1' immediate priority at 6362 Bellevue Road, Royal Oak

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - February 15, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater flows for Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman). The board is also scheduled to provide recommendations to the County Council regarding amendments to Resolution 347 and Resolution 348.

• Summary review of Capital Projects
• Review of Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman) Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Recommendation on Amendment No. 2 to Resolution 347 regarding the Lakeside Development
• Review of Amendment No. 1 to Resolution 348 regarding water and sewer classifications for certain parcels

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - January 18, 2024

The Board will review wastewater flow improvements for St. Michaels and Tilghman. Members will also consider recommendations to the County Council regarding water and sewer plan amendments. The meeting includes a review of FY2025 operating budgets and capital projects.

• Amendment No. 1 to Resolution No. 348 regarding water and sewer classifications
• Wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements for Region II (St. Michaels) and Region V (Tilghman)
• FY2025 Operating Budgets for the County and Talbot County Sanitary Districts
• Summary review of Capital Projects

Public Works Advisory Board Special Meeting - January 2, 2024

The Public Works Advisory Board is continuing its review of Resolution No. 348. This resolution aims to clarify and confirm water and sewer classifications for specific parcels that were incorrectly shown in previous exhibits.

• Review of Resolution No. 348 regarding the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Correction of parcel classifications originally listed in Resolution No. 281

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - December 21, 2023

The Public Works Advisory Board will elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board is scheduled to review several resolutions regarding the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan and the Lakeside development.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman positions
• Summary review of Capital Projects
• Review of Region II and V Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Reconsideration of vote on Resolution 347 regarding the Lakeside development
• Review of Resolution No. 338 regarding Discharge Permit No. 19-DP-3460

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting - February 16, 2023

The Board will review the 2023/2024 report regarding the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. This includes discussing septic tier additions and wastewater treatment plant allocation programs for Regions II and V. The meeting also covers capital projects and document retention.

• Review of the 2023/2024 Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan report
• Region II and V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Review of capital projects
• Discussion regarding document retention

Talbot County Council Work Session - Bike and Pedestrian Trails

The Talbot County Council is holding a work session regarding bike and pedestrian trails. The session includes a presentation on Talbot Thrive and an assessment of the MD-DE Rail Corridor and Trail.

• Work Session: Bike and Pedestrian Trails
• 2024 MTA Freight Railbanking discussion
• MD-DE Rail Corridor and Trail Assessment

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, December 2, 2020

The Public Works Advisory Board will review previous meeting minutes and selected capital projects. The agenda also includes updates on sanitary district websites and a review of requests for proposals.

• Review of Selected Capital Projects
• Update on Sanitary District Websites
• Request for Proposals: Ferry Point WWTP
• Request for Proposals: Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan Update
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, November 4, 2020

The Board will review resolutions to amend the County's Water and Sewer Plan. This includes property reclassification on Ferry Bridge Road, a capital project for the Bio-Solids Facility, and the abandonment of part of Kates Point Road.

• Reclassify residential property on Ferry Bridge Road to 'S-1' priority status
• $6,000,000 upgrade for Bio-Solids Facility at 9786 Klondike Road
• Abandon and convey 0.4 miles of Kates Point Road in Trappe

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, October 14, 2020

The Public Works Advisory Board will review selected capital projects and wastewater flows for July, August, and September. The meeting also includes a review of sewer extension projects related to Resolution 235 and 250.

• Review of Selected Capital Projects
• Review of Wastewater Flows for July, August and September
• Review of Sewer Extension Projects related to Resolution 235 and 250
• Update on Sanitary District Websites

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, December 15, 2022

The Board will review capital projects and wastewater system improvements for Region II and V. The meeting also includes a report on the 2023/2024 review of the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan and discussions regarding plan amendment procedures.

• Review of November 17, 2022 minutes
• Review of Capital Projects
• Region II and V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• 2023/2024 Report of the Review of the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Update of the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, November 17, 2022

The Board will review the 2023/2024 report regarding the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan, including draft goals, objectives, and amendment procedures. The meeting also includes reviews of capital projects and wastewater system improvements for Region II and V.

• Review of Region II and V Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Review of draft goals and objectives for the Water and Sewer Plan
• Review of draft amendment procedures for the Water and Sewer Plan
• Review of the draft 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of capital projects

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, October 20, 2022

The Board will review capital projects and wastewater flows for Region II and V. The meeting includes an update on the 2023/2024 Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan review. Members will also discuss upcoming joint meetings with the Planning Commission.

• Draft 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the Talbot County Sanitary District
• Review of Region II and V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Update on the 2023/2024 Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan review
• Review of draft agenda for joint meetings with the Planning Commission

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, September 15, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board is reviewing several resolutions regarding sewer service policies and water/sewer plan amendments. The meeting includes a tour of various public works projects, including road improvements and pump stations.

• Resolution No. 334: Amending sewer service connection policies for Unionville, Tunis Mills, and Corveville
• Resolution No. 335: Reclassifying property at 4480 Bachelors Point Road, Oxford, Maryland
• Resolution No. 336: Adding a $4.718 million water system improvement project for the Town of Oxford
• Airport Road improvements: Reviewing road widening and drainage projects
• Goldsborough Neck Road improvements: Seeking $250,000.00 for right-of-way land acquisition

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, August 18, 2022

The Board will review capital projects and wastewater flow improvements for Region II and V. Members will also receive a project update on the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan and discuss upcoming joint meetings with the Planning Commission.

• Review of Capital Projects
• Review of Region II and V Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Update on Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Discussion of joint meetings with the Planning Commission starting September 7, 2022

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, July 21, 2022 - CANCELLED

The July 21, 2022, meeting of the Talbot County Public Works Advisory Board was cancelled. The provided text contains only procedural information regarding board functions and public notice.

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, June 23, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater flow improvements. The board is also reviewing recommendations for two resolutions to amend the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan.

• Resolution 330: $1.5 million for a new South Well construction in Easton
• Resolution 331: Reclassifying water/sewer service priority for parcels on Matthewstown Road and Camac Street
• Review of Region II and Region V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, May 19, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board will review capital projects and wastewater system improvements for St. Michaels and Tilghman. The meeting includes recommendations to award engineering services for Wye Mills WWTP replacement and CWSP development. Members will also discuss the Illicit Connection Ordinance.

• Recommendation to award Bid No. 21-15 for Wye Mills WWTP replacement engineering services
• Recommendation to award Bid No. 22-07 for Talbot County CWSP report and development
• Review of wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements in St. Michaels and Tilghman
• Discussion of Illicit Connection Ordinance
• Bids due May 19, 2022, for Open Ended Engineering Services Agreement (Bid No. 22-08)

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, April 21, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board will review meeting minutes, capital projects, and wastewater system improvements. The Board is also tasked with reviewing Resolution No. 323 regarding property reclassification on St. Michaels Road.

• Resolution No. 323: Reclassifying parcels 38 and 105 on St. Michaels Road to 'S-1' immediate priority status
• Review of Region II and V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Engineering services bids for Preserve at Wye Mills WWTP
• Bids due May 19, 2022, for open ended engineering services agreement
• Bids due April 28, 2022, for the 2022/2023 CWSP report and digital development

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, March 17, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board is reviewing resolutions to amend the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. These amendments include significant capital projects for wastewater upgrades, equipment installations, and property reclassifications. The board will provide recommendations to the County Council on these matters.

• $43,688,300 for Region V wastewater upgrades and septic elimination in four villages
• $8.6 million to replace the Town of Easton’s Glebe Water Treatment Plant
• $2.19 million to extend sewer service to Bar Neck and Fairbank
• Acquisition of the wastewater treatment plant serving The Preserve at Wye Mills
• $800,000 for pressure and vacuum sensors in Region I and II

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, February 17, 2022

The Public Works Advisory Board is reviewing several infrastructure and capital projects. This includes assessments of wastewater system improvements, environmental projects, and road project funding requests.

• Review of Region II and V Wastewater Flows and Sewer Collection System Improvements
• Review of Environmental Capital Projects for Maryland Water Quality Finance Program funding
• Review of County Road Projects submitted to the Maryland State Highway Administration
• Review of Illicit Connection Ordinance

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, January 20, 2022

The advisory board reviews capital projects, regional wastewater flows, and sewer collection improvements. It will consider Resolution 313 to amend the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan for connecting Phase 1 of the Lakeside project to the existing Trappe wastewater system. The board’s recommendations guide County Council decisions on public works policies that support local infrastructure planning.

• Review of capital projects
• Review of Region II and V wastewater flows and sewer collection system improvements
• Resolution 313 recommendation to County Council on connecting Phase 1 Lakeside project to existing Trappe wastewater system (public hearing Jan 25, 2022)
• Note that Planning Commission previously found Resolution 313 inconsistent with the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, December 1, 2021

The Board will review meeting minutes from November 3, 2021. Discussion includes a review of Capital Projects, Region II and Region V Wastewater Treatment Plant flows, and an update on sewer extensions related to Resolutions 235 and 250.

• Review of Capital Projects
• Review of Region II and Region V Wastewater Treatment Plant Flows
• Update on Sewer Extensions associated with Resolutions 235 and 250

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, November 3, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review previous meeting minutes and capital projects. The board will then travel to the Easton Library for a work session with the Talbot County Planning Commission to discuss mutual interests.

• Review of October 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Capital Projects
• Joint Meeting with Talbot County Planning Commission at Easton Library

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, October 6, 2021

The Board will review meeting minutes from September 15, 2021, and consider Resolution 309 regarding the county water and sewer plan. The meeting also includes a joint work session with the Talbot County Planning Commission.

• Resolution 309: Reclassifying property at 24108 Mt. Pleasant Road from unprogrammed to 'S-1' immediate priority status
• Joint work session with the Talbot County Planning Commission
• Review of September 15, 2021, meeting minutes

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, September 15, 2021

The Board will review capital projects and a request for proposals to update the County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. Members will also discuss recommendations regarding property reclassifications and wastewater treatment plant discharge permits.

• Request for Proposals for updating the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Resolution 304: Amendment to Chapter Three of the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Resolution 306: Reclassification of properties at 1004 S. Talbot Street and 1006 S. Talbot Street
• Trappe East (Lakeside) Wastewater Treatment Plant Groundwater Discharge Permit comments

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, August 4, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board is reviewing several resolutions to amend the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. These items involve reclassifying specific properties to "S-1" immediate priority status or revising amendment procedures. The Board will make recommendations on these matters to the County Council.

• Resolution 304: Amendment to Chapter Three of the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan
• Resolution 305: Reclassification of 25154 St. Michaels Road from unprogrammed to S-1 status
• Resolution 306: Reclassification of 1004 and 1006 S. Talbot Street from S-3 to S-1 status
• Resolution 307: Reclassification of 5570 Leeward Lane from unprogrammed to S-1 status

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, July 7, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review several resolutions to amend the Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. The meeting includes discussions on a petition to rescind a resolution and a proposed ordinance regarding illegal sanitary sewer discharges.

• Resolution 304: Amendment to water and sewer plan amendment procedures
• Resolution 305: Reclassification of 25154 St. Michaels Road to 'S-1' immediate priority status
• Resolution 306: Reclassification of 1004 and 1006 S. Talbot Street from 'S-3' to 'S-1' status
• Resolution 307: Reclassification of 5570 Leeward Lane to 'S-1' immediate priority status
• Proposed ordinance regarding illegal discharges and illicit connections to the sanitary sewer system

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, June 2, 2021

The Board will review a resolution to adopt the 2020–2030 Solid Waste Management Plan for recommendation to the County Council. The meeting also includes discussions on recent sanitary sewer overflows and a preliminary engineering report regarding sewer extensions under Resolution 235.

• Recommendation on the 2020–2030 Solid Waste Management Plan resolution
• Review of recent sanitary sewer overflows
• Discussion of Preliminary Engineering Report for sewer extension (Resolution 235)
• Review of selected capital projects

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, May 5, 2021

The board will review meeting minutes and selected capital projects. Members will discuss Resolution 299 to reclassify property on St. Michaels Road as an immediate priority for water and sewer. The agenda also includes discussions on the Solid Waste Management Plan and a request for proposals for plan updates.

• Resolution 299: Reclassifying St. Michaels Road property to 'S-1' priority status
• Review of Talbot County Solid Waste Management Plan
• Discussion regarding RFP for updating the Comprehensive Water and Sewerage Plan
• Review of selected capital projects

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, April 7, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review several resolutions regarding the County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan. The meeting also includes a review of selected capital projects and discussion of the Talbot County Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Resolution 299: Reclassify St. Michaels Road property to 'S-1' Immediate Priority Status
• Resolution 300: Reclassify Ocean Gateway, Marina Drive, and Ocean Ferry Point Drive properties
• Resolution 301: Approve capital project for wastewater treatment system on Rustling Oaks Drive
• Review of the Talbot County Solid Waste Management Plan

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, March 3, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review selected capital projects and discuss the Wastewater Treatment Plant serving the Preserve at Wye Mills. The meeting also includes an update on MDE approvals related to Sewer Extension to Resolution 235 Properties.

• Update on MDE approvals related to Sewer Extension to Resolution 235 Properties
• Review of Wastewater Treatment Plant serving the Preserve at Wye Mills
• Discussion of Chapter 152, Shared Sanitary Facilities
• Review of selected capital projects

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, February 3, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review previous meeting minutes and several capital project updates. Discussion topics include MDE approvals for sewer extensions, funding applications, and sanitary district websites.

• Review of Selected Capital Projects
• Update on MDE approvals related to Sewer Extension to Resolution 235 Properties
• Update on MDE applications for Funding
• Update on Sanitary District Websites

Public Works Advisory Board Meeting, January 6, 2021

The Public Works Advisory Board will review minutes from the December 2, 2020 meeting. The agenda also includes a review of selected capital projects and an update on sanitary district websites.

• Review of meeting minutes from December 2, 2020
• Review of selected capital projects
• Update on sanitary district websites

Short Term Rental Review Board June 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet to consider multiple primary dwelling license requests. The board will also review the decision summary from May 16, 2024.

• Short-term rental license request for 27213 Baileys Neck Rd, Easton
• Short-term rental license request for 23870 Grace Creek Rd, Bozman
• Short-term rental license request for 22319 Pot Pie Rd, Wittman
• Short-term rental license request for 8190 Bozman Neavitt Rd, St Michaels
• Short-term rental license requests for 23581 and 23583 St Michaels Rd, St. Michaels

Short Term Rental Review Board April 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will consider new license applications for primary dwellings. The board will also approve the decision summary from the March 28, 2024 meeting.

• Short-term rental license request: 7857 Tilghman Island Rd, Sherwood
• Short-term rental license request: 5562 Heron Point Rd, Royal Oak
• Approval of March 28, 2024 decision summary

Short Term Rental Review Board March 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet in Easton to review administrative matters and previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider a short-term rental license application for a primary dwelling located at 4657 Devon Path.

• Short-term rental license request for 4657 Devon Path, Royal Oak, MD
• Approval of Decision Summary from February 29, 2024

Short Term Rental Review Board January 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will meet to consider several short-term rental license requests for primary dwellings. The board will also conduct an election of officers and review the December 14, 2023 decision summary.

• Short-term rental license request for 7135 Solitude Rd, St Michaels
• Short-term rental license request for 8130 Bozman Neavitt Rd, Bozman
• Postponed short-term rental license request for 21480 Punch Point Rd, Sherwood

Short Term Rental Review Board February 2024

The Short-Term Rental Review Board will consider three new applications for short-term rental licenses at primary dwellings. The board will also approve the decision summary from the January 25, 2024 meeting.

• Short-term rental license request: 26480 Arcadia Shores Circle, Easton
• Short-term rental license request: 22020 Benders Lane, Sherwood
• Short-term rental license request: 21480 Punch Point Rd, Sherwood
• Approval of January 25, 2024 decision summary