Harford County, Maryland

Community Input Meetings (CIM)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes from June 25, 2026, and review applications. The meeting will also include updates on old business and cases on layover.

• Approval of June 25, 2026 minutes
• Review of applications
• People's Counsel update
• Cases on layover
• Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026

Police Accountability Board

The Harford County Police Accountability Board will hold a routine meeting on July 28, 2026. The agenda includes welcome, approval of minutes, committee reports, and public comment periods. No decisions on specific policies, cases, or contracts are scheduled.

• Agenda contains only routine procedural items: approvals, reports, and comments.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposal for 46 townhouse lots at Red Pump Crescent. A separate item regarding the Quirauk Peak Solar project has been postponed.

• Red Pump Crescent: Proposed 46 townhouse lots on 10.278 ± acres
• Quirauk Peak Solar: 2.0 MW AC Community Solar Energy Generating System (POSTPONED)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing two preliminary site and concept plans. The meeting covers a proposed community solar facility and a new townhouse development.

• Quirauk Peak Solar: 2.0 MW AC Community Solar Energy Generating System on 53.85± acres at Federal Hill Road (MD 165)
• Red Pump Crescent: 46 townhouse lots on 10.278± acres at Red Pump Road

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Board is reviewing rules and regulations concerning the 2023 National Electrical Code. The document specifies that Exception No. 2 to subsection 210.8(f) will remain in effect until the 2026 National Electrical Code is adopted.

• Maintenance of Exception No. 2 to subsection 210.8(f) of the 2023 National Electrical Code

Police Accountability Board

This meeting of the Harford County Police Accountability Board consists of procedural items: approval of minutes, reports from the Administrative Charging Committee and the Chair, and comments from agencies, board members, and the public. No specific decisions or substantive discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Administrative Charging Committee report
• Police Accountability Board Chair report
• Public comment period

Environmental Advisory Board

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics is meeting in closed session to discuss Ethics Complaint 26-02, authorized under Maryland General Provisions § 3-305(b)(13). No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session per MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13)
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-02

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will consider and approve a series of contracts and purchases listed on the agenda. The most significant item is a $12,375,300 contract to replace Bridge H-0169 over CSX Transportation in Abingdon. Other items include a $4,769,223 upgrade to the Sod Run wastewater treatment plant and various utility, equipment, and service contracts. All items have met the county’s procurement procedures, and the meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a closed session.

• Replacement of Bridge H-0169 over CSX Transportation – $12,375,300
• Sod Run WWTP Upgrade Project – $4,769,223
• Lake Serene Trail Resurfacing – $358,985
• Utility Billing Electronic Payment Processing – $111,000
• Southern County Residential Yard Trim – $208,777

The Board approved several high-value contracts including solid waste management, sewer infrastructure work, and various vehicle purchases for the Water and Sewer Division. Multiple independent contractor agreements and change orders for senior center fitness instructors were also approved.

• Approved $601,649.16 for I-95 sewer tunnel extension to Maryland Transportation Authority (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300,000 annually for court and track renovations to ATC Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved up to $7,956,191.00 for solid waste management services to Maryland Environmental Service (unanimous)
• Approved $77,790.00 for two Ford Rangers to Hertrich Fleet Services (unanimous)
• Approved $38,895.00 for one Ford Ranger to Hertrich Fleet Services (unanimous)
• Approved $92,838.00 for two Ford Transit cargo vans to Hertrich Fleet Services (unanimous)
• Approved $128,430.00 for a Caterpillar 309 excavator to Carter Machinery Company (unanimous)
• Approved up to $60,000 annually for fire extinguisher maintenance to Hoopes Fire Prevention and Summit Fire & Security (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will discuss Plan No. S215-2026, a proposed 10‑bed group home on approximately 0.459 acres at 1803 Harford Road (Tax Map 55, Parcel 569). The application was received on 05/06/2026 from Harford Property Certificates LLC and Frederick Ward Associates. The committee will consider the site plan and related zoning (B3) details.

• Review Plan No. S215-2026 for a 10‑bed group home
• Location: 1803 Harford Road, between Connolly Road and Mountain Road
• Site size: about 0.459 acres, Tax Map 55, Parcel 569
• Applicant: Harford Property Certificates LLC with Frederick Ward Associates
• Zoning classification: B3

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA-2026-02) for interpretive signs at Edgeley Grove Farm (HA-1081). They will also receive an update on the Mt. Zion Bell Tower (HA-308) reconstruction and ongoing reports from the America 250 Harford Committee, Harford County Comprehensive Plan Update, and committee discussions on COA procedures.

• COA-2026-02: Edgeley Grove Farm (HA-1081) Interpretive Signs
• COA-2025-03: Mt. Zion Bell Tower (HA-308) Reconstruction Update
• America 250 Harford Committee update including Independence Day Celebrations and Liberty Tree Planting
• Harford County Comprehensive Plan Update
• COA Procedures Discussion from Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code/Incentives Review Committees

Community Input Meetings (CIM)

This community input meeting will discuss a proposed development of 46 single-family attached homes on multiple parcels in Bel Air. The project includes roads, utilities, stormwater management and open space. The applicant is Morris & Ritchie Associates. The meeting is on June 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm at the Bel Air Library.

• Public hearing for Red Pump Crescent development (46 single-family attached homes)
• Location: Tax Map 40 Parcels 42, 43A, 44, 173, 201, 298, 346 Lot 230 and 365
• Applicant: Katelynn Hong-Clancey, Morris & Ritchie Associates
• Design standards: conventional with open space, R3 lot standards with natural resource district adjustment

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Nursing Home Board will review the monthly financial report and the FY27 budget, discuss capital projects including elevator upgrades, and consider a tradename update, medical assistance revalidation, and tuition reimbursement. All items are under discussion or review; no final votes are noted on the agenda.

• Monthly Financial Report and FY27 Budget Review
• Capital Projects Update – Elevators
• Tradename Update
• Medical Assistance Revalidation Update
• Tuition Reimbursement Discussion

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board will review two pending case applications, No. 6055 and No. 6065, and set hearing dates for August 5 and September 2, 2026. It will also receive a People’s Counsel update and discuss any layover cases under old business. Routine items include approval of May 26 minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Review of Application No. 6055 (Rita Cairnes & Laura Mason) – hearing set for August 5, 2026
• Review of Application No. 6065 (Paca Associates Ltd Partnership) – hearing set for September 2, 2026
• People’s Counsel update (old business)
• Cases on layover (old business)
• Approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting

Community Input Meetings (CIM)

The Harford County Board will hold a Community Input Meeting to discuss a proposed modification of a planned residential development at 1200 Brass Mill Road and 4460 Perkins Place Circle in Belcamp. The proposal seeks to build a single building with 63 multi‑family units and related infrastructure such as parking, open space, stormwater management, and utilities. The applicant is Katelynn Hong‑Clancy of Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc. Residents can provide comments at the meeting on June 25, 2026 at the Abingdon Branch library.

• Proposed construction of 63 multi‑family units in one building at 1200 Brass Mill Rd and 4460 Perkins Place Circle
• Modification of existing residential plan in the R4 (Urban Residential District) zone
• Associated infrastructure includes parking, open space, stormwater management, and utilities
• Applicant: Katelynn Hong‑Clancy, Morris & Ritchie Associates, Inc.
• Community Input Meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026, 6:00 pm at Harford County Public Library, Abingdon Branch

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed session to discuss a single ethics complaint (Case 26-06). No public testimony or votes on the complaint are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion under Maryland law.

• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-06

Commission for Women

This is a procedural meeting of the Harford County Commission for Women. The agenda includes a presentation by Shari Bailey of Laila’s Gift / ZiggleBee, approval of minutes from May 2026, reports from the chair and coordinator, and committee updates. No major decisions or financial actions are scheduled.

• Speaker: Shari Bailey, Laila’s Gift / ZiggleBee
• Approval of minutes from May 2026 meeting
• Review and approval of annual report (Visibility Committee)
• Update on Women’s Resource Fair planning
• Discussion of new student member

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board will review a request from the Kern Family to revise the location of a pre-existing dwelling under the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation (MALPF). The board will also discuss county and MALPF program rankings, receive updates on MALPF, county programs, and the Deer Creek Rural Legacy program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Kern Family request to relocate pre-existing dwelling (MALPF)
• Review of county program ranking
• Review of MALPF ranking
• MALPF program update
• Deer Creek Rural Legacy updates

Human Relations Commission

The Harford County Human Relations Commission will review minutes from March and April, hear reports from the chairman and coordinator, and discuss updates on a renters' rights module being developed with Legal Aid and the Maryland Office of Tenant/Landlord Affairs. The commission will also address a vacant seat, recap a non-profit networking event, and consider concerns about juveniles being charged as adults. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Renters' rights module from Legal Aid Bel Air converted to QR code and under review by Maryland Office of Tenant/Landlord Affairs and Harford County Public Library
• Reminder of one open seat on the commission and distribution discussion for District E
• Non-profit networking event recap (old business)
• New business: concern regarding juveniles being charged as adults
• Planning discussion for September meeting topics

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics meets in closed session to discuss three ethics complaints (26-05, 26-07, and 26-08) and to approve minutes from the previous meeting. The session is closed to the public under Maryland General Provisions § 3-305(b)(13). No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Motion to close session under MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13)
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-05
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-07
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-08
• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will consider approving over $10 million in contracts for road resurfacing, environmental monitoring, and vehicle purchases. The agenda also includes a closed session.

• Open-End Environmental Design Services contract: $10,000,000
• Repair and Resurfacing of Adair Court: $3,844,630
• Repair and Resurfacing of Givenswood Drive: $1,947,834.25
• Abingdon Water and Sewer Maintenance: $1,557,584
• 1-95 Toll Lanes Northbound Extension: $601,649.16

The Board approved several high-value contracts including road resurfacing, emergency services equipment, and vehicle replacements. These decisions cover various departments such as Public Works, Emergency Services, and Information Technology.

• Approved risk management administration contract ($132,500/year) (unanimous)
• Approved IBM Mainframe support change order ($86,000/year) (unanimous)
• Approved security awareness training change order ($147,050 total) (unanimous)
• Approved 9-1-1 equipment maintenance change order ($3,918,329.60 total) (unanimous)
• Approved EMS ambulance medical supplies contract (up to $800,000/year) (unanimous)
• Approved Redfield Road and surrounding area resurfacing ($2,199,999.00) (unanimous)
• Approved North Reardon Stream Restoration project ($1,279,000.00) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of six 2026 Ford Broncos ($193,896.00) (unanimous)

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The agenda PDF for the Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB meeting scheduled for June 11, 2026, is not found on the county website. No items for discussion or decision are available from this source.

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the Comes Subdivision and the Master Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of May 2026 minutes.

• Comes Subdivision update
• Master Plan update

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans' Affairs is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive updates on past and upcoming events, and discuss new business including the Fisher House at Perry Point VAMC. The meeting also includes committee reports on the Veterans Resource Fair and strategic planning.

• Approval of May meeting minutes
• Discussion of Fisher House project at Perry Point VAMC
• Planning for Veterans Resource Fair on November 14, 2026
• Reports on May events: Freedom 250 Truck Museum, VA Claims Clinic, Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day ceremonies
• Update on America 250 Celebrations and July 4 parade

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 7th meeting. Members discussed various past event reports, upcoming community ceremonies, and updates on the Veterans Resource Fair and Strategic Plan workgroup.

• Approved May 7th meeting minutes
• Discussed July 4th Veterans March meeting time change to 3pm
• Noted need for Commission members at four specific VSO posts
• Proposed monthly VSO spotlights in the County Executive’s newsletter

Community Input Meetings (CIM)

The Harford County Community Input Meeting will discuss a proposed Community Solar Generation Facility at 2901 Rocks Road, Jarrettsville. The applicant is APR Renewables. This is a public meeting for residents to provide input on the proposed development.

• Proposed Community Solar Generation Facility at 2901 Rocks Road, Jarrettsville
• Applicant: Ben Dritenbas at APR Renewables
• Meeting at Harford County Library, Bel Air on June 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission

The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on June 3, 2026, to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs to the grave of John Clark Monk at Spesutia Church, Vestry House, and Cemetery. The commission will also discuss an unfunded grant application for the HCHD Signs Project and receive updates on National Historic Preservation Month activities. Ongoing business includes updates from committees and new Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties (MIHP) number assignments for two B&O Railroad structures.

• COA-2026-01: Repairs to Grave of John Clark Monk at Spesutia Church (HA-249/250)
• Preservation Maryland Heritage Fund Grant – HCHD Signs Project (unfunded)
• Report on National Historic Preservation Month Activities
• America 250 Harford Committee Update
• New MIHP Number Assignments: HA-2330 & HA-2330-1 (B&O RR Structures)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will consider Plan S215‑2026, a proposal for a 10‑bed group home on a 0.459‑acre parcel on the south side of Harford Road between Connolly Road and Mountain Road. The application was received on May 6, 2026 from Harford Property Certificates LLC and Frederick Ward Associates. The committee will discuss the project's compliance with zoning and site‑plan requirements.

• Plan S215‑2026 – 10‑bed group home, 0.459 acre, located on Harford Road (MD 147) between Connolly Road and Mountain Road

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Board of Electrical Examiners will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, note the adoption of rules and regulations from a previous public hearing, and conduct old and new business. New business includes grading examinations from May 19, 2026, and discussing MUELEC exam questions. The agenda is primarily procedural with no new decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2025, meeting
• Adoption of Rules and Regulations (already completed, no public comments)
• Grading of examinations from May 19, 2026
• Discussion of MUELEC examination questions and update from last MUELEC Meeting

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee of Harford County will convene for a primarily procedural meeting. The agenda includes approving the agenda, case reflection and lessons learned, case review and deliberation, and confirming the next meeting date. No specific policy decisions or financial items are listed.

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will consider approval of 14 procurement items, including a $2.2 million contract for repair and resurfacing of multiple roads, a $1.28 million stream restoration project, and a $1.23 million data protection service. Also up for approval are medical supplies for EMS ambulances and several new vehicles for county use.

• Repair and resurfacing of Redfield Rd., Flintlock Dr., Hickory Ridge Dr., Sako Ct., Beretta Way for $2,199,999
• North Reardon Stream Restoration for $1,279,000
• Cohesity Data Protect Service with FortKnox for $1,227,427
• Medical Supplies for EMS Ambulances up to $800,000
• Vesta 911 Refresh for $321,552

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved a series of contract awards, including a $1,250,994.57 data protection service for the county’s ICT department. Additional approvals covered media production, public works, emergency services, and park‑recreation vehicle purchases. All motions were approved by general consent with two members absent.

• Approved $1,250,994.57 Cohesity Data Protect Service contract to IP DataSystems (unanimous)
• Approved $5,100 change order for Dennis W. Cassidy Jr., raising Harford TV contract to $30,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved $47,925 change orders #12‑14 for CAD system to Colossus, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved guardrail removal/installation contract up to $350,000 to Guardrails, Etc. (unanimous)
• Approved water and sewer equipment contract up to $200,000 to Core & Main LP (unanimous)
• Approved $622,493.75 contract for Magnolia Middle School courts replacement to ATC Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved countywide media production services up to $200,000 to multiple vendors (unanimous)
• Approved $89,164 purchase of a 2026 Ford F‑550 truck to Hertrich Fleet Services (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff's Office and fire safety officials. The meeting includes presentations from the Harford County Historical Society and the Gunpowder Bush Waterways Advocacy Group.

• Community Policing Report from Sheriff's Office
• Presentation by Christine Potts of Harford County Historical Society
• Presentation by Sarah Kestner of Gunpowder Bush Waterways Advocacy Group
• Fire Safety Report from Ron Sollod

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed session to discuss ethics complaints 26-04, 26-05, and 26-06. They will also consider approving minutes from December 2025, discuss complaint and advisory opinion numbering, and discuss publishing decisions and opinions. The meeting is closed under Maryland law.

• Approve minutes from December 8, 2025 meeting
• Discuss complaint and advisory opinion numbering
• Discuss publishing decisions and opinions
• Motion to close session per MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13)
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-04, 26-05, and 26-06

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Board will receive nursing, administrator, and financial reports. Members will discuss capital project updates for elevators, a tradename update, and medical assistance revalidation.

• Capital Projects Update regarding elevators
• Tradename Update
• Medical Assistance Revalidation Update
• Tuition Reimbursement Discussion
• Monthly Financial Report

The board approved the minutes from the April 23 meeting. It confirmed that the Bay Lane elevator project will begin on May 26 and will run 8‑12 weeks. The facility application for Medical Assistance Revalidation was approved, while the therapy application was returned pending resubmission. The board noted the Director of Business Operations vacancy and will continue discussion of tuition reimbursement plans at a future meeting.

• Approved April 23 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Confirmed Bay Lane Elevator project start on 5/26 (status update)
• Approved Medical Assistance Revalidation facility application (no vote tally recorded)
• Noted therapy application pending resubmission (no decision)
• Acknowledged Director of Business Operations vacancy (no decision)
• Deferred further discussion of Tuition Reimbursement Plans to future meeting

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve April minutes, receive public safety reports from the Sheriff's Office and fire company, and hear presentations on APG's defense research role and America 250 Harford County. New business includes discussion of Bill 26-011 (zoning for data centers) with a public hearing set for June 9, 2026, and the HarfordNext Master Land Use Plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board is advisory.

• Bill 26-011, Zoning Data Center Public Hearing on June 9, 2026
• HarfordNext Master Land Use Plan Development Advisory Board meeting June 3, 2026
• Presentation: APG Role in Defense Research / U.S. Army's Janus Program by Nicholas Taylor
• Presentation: America 250 Harford County by Christine Potts of Historical Society
• PSC #9866 Transmission Connected Energy Storage Proposals with virtual hearing July 30, 2026

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee of Harford County is meeting to discuss case reviews, lessons learned, and other internal business. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving the agenda, closing the session, and confirming the next meeting date. No specific decisions or substantive items are listed.

• Case Review and Deliberation
• Case Reflection/Lessons Learned discussion
• Confirm next meeting on 6/2/2026 at 6:30pm

Audit Advisory Board

The board will approve prior meeting minutes, receive status updates on the FY2026 audit plan, and hear reports on payroll controls and environmental services billing. They will also discuss a Section 214 review of the Director of DILP and consider the proposed FY2027 audit plan. The retirement of the County Auditor will be noted.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting (completed via email on 2/26/2026)
• Status report on FY2026 audit plan, including completed audits with no recommendations for payroll and environmental services
• Audit report on payroll controls: no issues identified since Workday implementation
• Audit report on environmental services billing and collection: controls adequate, costs supported
• Section 214 review of Director of DILP Richard Truitt: no indebtedness found

The board approved the prior meeting minutes via email. It received a status update on the FY2026 audit plan, noting completed and pending audits, with some extensions. Audits of payroll controls, environmental services billing, and the Director of Inspections’ exit audit reported no findings, and the board expressed satisfaction. The proposed FY2027 audit plan was presented and reviewed, and the board was satisfied with that review.

• Approved meeting notes (no vote recorded)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board will approve minutes from April 28, 2026, hear updates on old business, and review four new applications scheduled for hearings in June and August 2026.

• Application No. 6050 (THCM Investments, LLC) – hearing June 17, 2026
• Application No. 6051 (Winters Run Farm, LLC) – hearing June 17, 2026
• Application No. 6052 (Winters Run Farm, LLC) – hearing June 17, 2026
• Application No. 6053 (Michael & Sarah Glaser) – hearing August 5, 2026

Churchville / Creswell / Fountain Green CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive updates from the Sheriff's Office and county officials. The meeting includes a presentation from Jacob Bensen regarding America 250 Harford County.

• Report from Sheriff's Office Captain David McDougall
• Presentation by Jacob Bensen on America 250 Harford County
• Updates from Councilman James Reilly and Councilwoman Jessica Tsottles-Boyles
• Call for three new members to join the Community Advisory Board

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will meet to review two overlay easement requests: one from the Bower Family for a county MET overlay easement and one from the Johnson Family for a MALPF overlay easement for stream restoration. The board will also discuss rankings for the county and MALPF programs, Rural Legacy pricing, and program updates.

• Review of Bower Family MET overlay easement request
• Review of Johnson Family overlay easement for stream restoration (MALPF)
• Review of County program ranking
• Review of MALPF ranking
• Review of Rural Legacy pricing

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, has been postponed. The agenda listed a review of a community solar energy generating system.

• Postponed review of Plan No. S496-2025: 2.0 MW AC Community Solar Energy Generating System on 53.85 ± acres on the south side of Federal Hill Road (MD 165)

Environmental Advisory Board

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to identify goals and a plan of action. The body will also discuss the creation of committees and review bylaws and existing issues and barriers.

• Identification of goals and plan of action
• Creation of committees
• Review of bylaws
• Discussion of issues and barriers

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will hear a presentation from the Master Gardeners (Lee Ann Graul & Kathy Tollar) and review the April 2026 meeting summary. County updates and new business are also on the agenda. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Presentation by Master Gardeners (Lee Ann Graul & Kathy Tollar)
• Review and approval of April 2026 meeting summary
• County updates and new business

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will vote on 12 procurement items, including a $1.25 million data protection service, Magnolia Middle School tennis court replacement, and several new trucks. All items have been certified as meeting procurement procedures.

• Cohesity Data Protect Service with FortKnox ($1,250,994.57)
• Magnolia Middle School Tennis and Multi Use Courts Replacement ($622,493.75)
• Removal and Installation of W-Beam Guardrails ($350,000)
• Water and Sewer Equipment and Supplies from Core & Main ($200,000)
• Countywide Media Production Services ($200,000)

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved a series of contracts and purchases, with one member absent for each vote. The most significant action was a $2 M change order that increases the county’s fleet vehicle contract to $3 M per year. Additional approvals included contracts for election sample ballots, legal‑research software, sheriff office networking equipment, stream restoration, bridge inspection services, crushed‑aggregate supplies, and a flail mower. All motions were adopted by general consent.

• Approved $60,000 contract for 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Sample Ballots (unanimous)
• Approved $59,065.62 renewal of West ProFlex legal‑research software (unanimous)
• Approved $223,707.40 purchase of Cisco switches for the Sheriff’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved $898,116.00 Edgewater Village Park stream restoration project (unanimous)
• Approved $404,568.45 MDOT‑SHA construction inspection services for Abingdon Road Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved $443,000.00 annual award for crushed aggregates (unanimous)
• Approved $111,420.64 purchase of an Alamo 22’ flail mower (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000,000 change order, raising fleet vehicle contract to $3,000,000 per year (unanimous)

Commission for Women

The Harford County Commission for Women will meet to approve minutes from April 2026, receive reports from the chair and coordinator, and hear committee updates. Discussion items include upcoming events such as Coffee w/ Commissioners and Women Build with Habitat for Humanity, plus consideration of a new student member.

• Approval of minutes from April 2026
• Coffee w/ Commissioners at Screaming Bean in Aberdeen on June 7
• Women Build (Habitat for Humanity) on June 27
• New student member appointment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting. No other formal actions were voted on; the board discussed upcoming events such as the Coffee with the Commissioners fundraiser, the Women’s Resource Fair, and volunteer projects, but these were presented as plans rather than approved decisions.

• Approved April 27, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Jarrettsville/Norrisville Community Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to hear several community interest presentations and updates from county agencies. Topics include a food‑scrapping project, BGE project updates, opposition to the Chrome Hill Solar Facility, a proposed battery energy storage site, and an update to the Harford County Master Land Use Plan for 2026‑2027. The board will also review old‑business items such as the Whiteford Tractor Supply Company development and other solar and energy projects. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• L.I.F.F.E. food‑scrapping project presentation (Logan Tauson)
• BGE project updates (Zach Mitchell)
• Community opposition to the Chrome Hill Solar Facility on Chrome Hill Rd (John Varvaris)
• Proposed Battery Energy Storage Site on the Anderson Property south of the Conastone BGE Substation on Jolly Acres Rd (Patti Hankins)
• Harford County update of the Master Land Use Plan for 2026‑2027 (Aimee O’Neill)

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will approve the April 2026 minutes and discuss public engagement strategies for the Master Plan Update. The meeting will also cover old and other business before opening for public comment.

• Approval of April 2026 minutes
• Public engagement for Master Plan Update
• Old Business
• Other Business
• Public Comment

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the April 2026 meeting. No other actions were decided; the board discussed upcoming public engagement for the Comprehensive Plan update and noted upcoming topics, but no votes or approvals were recorded.

• Approved April 2026 meeting summary (unanimous)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Commission on Veterans’ Affairs will review reports from past events and discuss upcoming veteran-related activities. The meeting includes a guest presentation from the Aberdeen 250th Celebrate America Committee and planning for Memorial Day representation.

• Guest presentation by Peter Dacey, Co-Chair, Aberdeen 250th Celebrate America Committee
• Discussion of America 250 projects including Legion Post 39 All Veterans July 4 Parade and Historical Veterans Trail Ride
• Planning for VA Claims Clinic at Edgewood Recreation Center on May 14
• Planning for VAMHCS-DLLR Stand Down at Perry Point Gym on May 14
• Discussion of Veterans Resource Fair scheduled for November 14, 2026

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the April meeting and will post them on the Veterans Commission website. Chairman Brown also distributed newly designed stickers for veteran‑owned and military‑discount businesses, with the county producing additional stickers for distribution.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss activities for National Historic Preservation Month and review the Quarter 14 report for the Harford County African American Heritage Grant. The meeting also includes updates on the America 250 Harford Committee and zoning code review.

• Harford County African American Heritage Grant Quarter 14 Report
• National Historic Preservation Month activities
• America 250 Harford Committee update
• Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review Committee updates
• Design Guidelines Educational Workshop planning

The commission unanimously approved the April 2026 meeting minutes. After brief updates on historic preservation activities and grant status, the commission adjourned the meeting.

• Approved April 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will consider 14 procurement items, including a $2 million off-the-lot fleet vehicle purchase, stream restoration at Edgewater Village Park, and bridge inspection services for Abingdon Road Bridge. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and several smaller contracts for equipment, software, and lease renewals.

• 05-05-26-09: Up to $2,000,000 for off-the-lot fleet vehicle purchase
• 05-05-26-04: $898,116 for Edgewater Village Park stream restoration
• 05-05-26-05: $404,568 for Abingdon Road Bridge H-0169 construction inspection services
• 05-05-26-03: $223,707 to refresh Cisco switches
• 05-05-26-06 & 07: $443,000 and $964,000 for crushed aggregates (washed and unwashed)

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved eight contracts, including a $8,279,698 utility relocation for the Woodley Road Extension and a $4,315,777 road extension contract. Other approvals covered water and sewer services, roof repairs, a transit generator replacement, LED street‑light conversions, and a lease for property on Pulaski Highway. A closed‑session discussion on property acquisition was also approved.

• Approved up to $2,000,000 annual water and sewer construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved $88,584 roof repair contract for Edgewood Rec Center (unanimous)
• Approved $158,865 transit generator replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved $498,008.50 LED street‑light conversion contract (unanimous)
• Approved $4,315,777 Woodley Road Extension construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved $8,279,698 City Light & Power utility relocation contract (unanimous)
• Approved $110,696.37 annual lease for 2015 Pulaski Highway suites (unanimous)
• Approved property acquisition recommendation discussed in closed session (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting on May 4, 2026. The agenda includes a guest speaker from BG&E, the Sheriff's community policing report, and updates from county and state officials. Community members may raise questions during the review portion.

• Guest speaker Chanel Brooks, representative of BG&E
• Sheriff's Office community policing report
• County Council updates from Districts A and B
• Delegate updates from Andre Johnson and Lauren Arikan
• Fire safety report by Ron Sollod

The Edgewood/Joppa CAB reviewed the sheriff's community policing statistics, historical society activities, watershed projects, and various county updates. No motions were voted on or formal actions approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Fallston Community Advisory Board

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will review two case applications (No. 6048 from Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Joppa and No. 6049 from Richard and Amy Brooks) scheduled for hearings on June 3, 2026. The board will also hear a People's Counsel update and discuss cases on layover. Meeting minutes from March 24, 2026 are up for approval.

• Review of Application No. 6048 (Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Joppa) – hearing 6/3/26
• Review of Application No. 6049 (Richard & Amy Brooks) – hearing 6/3/26
• People's Counsel Update under Old Business
• Approval of March 24, 2026 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 220 S. Main Street, Bel Air

The board reviewed two applications—a special exception for Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church to operate a school in the R1 Urban Residential District, and variances for Richard & Amy Brooks to build a detached garage and front porch in the R2 Urban Residential District—but took no action on either. No other substantive decisions were made.

Police Accountability Board

The Police Accountability Board will meet to review reports from the Chair and the Administrative Charging Committee. The agenda includes time for comments from agencies, board members, and the public.

• Administrative Charging Committee Report
• Discussion of future meeting dates and location
• Closed session per Open Meetings Act § 3-305(b)(1)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to approve its annual report and discuss several community events. The body will also receive updates from its employment, legislative, accessibility, and membership committees.

• Approval of COD Annual Report
• Empowered Expo 2026
• Inclusive Egg Hunt
• Experience Your Future Career Fair-EDMS
• Bike Camp 2026

Commission for Women

The Harford County Commission for Women is holding a routine business meeting. They will review minutes, hear committee updates, and select a new chair for the Harford County Leading Women committee. They also plan to discuss location and date for the Women's Resource Fair. No major policy decisions or budget items are on the agenda.

• Selection of new committee chair for Harford County Leading Women
• Discussion of location and date for Women's Resource Fair
• Coffee with Commissioners event at Screaming Bean in Aberdeen
• Women Build (Habitat for Humanity) update

The Harford County Commission for Women met on April 27, 2026 with a quorum. The only formal action taken was the unanimous approval of the minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting. No other motions were adopted or denied.

• Approved March 23, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Nursing Home Board of Harford County will convene to approve minutes, review nursing and administrative reports, and discuss capital projects including elevator updates.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Monthly Financial Report
• Capital Projects Update — Elevators
• Medical Assistance Revalidation Update
• Harford County Financial Disclosure Review

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board approved the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the meeting at 11:27 a.m. by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:27 a.m. (all in favor)

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed‑session meeting. It will discuss Advisory Opinion 26‑01 and three ethics complaints numbered 26‑04 and 26‑05. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving prior minutes and a motion to close the session.

• Approve minutes from December 8, 2025 meeting
• Motion to close session per MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13)
• Discussion of Advisory Opinion 26-01
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-04
• Discussion of Ethics Complaint 26-05

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates approved a contract for on-call water and sewer construction and resurfacing of Redfield Road, Flintlock Drive, and other roads. The meeting also included approval of minutes and a closed session.

• On-Call Water and Sewer Construction contract ($2,000,000.00)
• Redfield Rd., Flintlock Dr., Hickory Ridge Dr., and other roads resurfacing ($2,199,999.00)
• Edgewood Rec Roof Repairs ($88,584.00)
• Transit Generator Replacement ($158,865.00)
• BGE Carbon Reduction Program Street Light LED Conversions ($498,008.50)

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved ten contract changes and award recommendations, with one member absent for each vote. Approvals included IT service extensions, road resurfacing, utility relocations, snow removal funding, sewer extensions, new wastewater equipment, playground equipment adjustments, and a $3 million synthetic turf field replacement contract. All motions were adopted by unanimous consent despite one absentee.

• Approved Change Order #1 for Cognizant Workday services, up to $44,769.60 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Change Order #1 for KnowBe4 phishing software, $42,500.00 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved $2,199,000.00 road repair and resurfacing contract to Gray & Son (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved $177,000.00 utility relocation contract for Grier Nursery Road (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Change Order #2 for snow and ice management, $19,908.7 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved $514,577.00 sewer extension contract to Civil Utility Construction (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved $117,296.05 purchase of 747-FR2000 Eco Trailer Jet (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Change Order for synthetic turf field replacements, up to $3,000,000.00 (unanimous, one absent)

Administrative Charging Committee

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Administrative Charging Committee. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, case review and deliberation, and reflection on lessons learned. No specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will review and approve the March 2026 meeting summary. It will hear a presentation on the Master Plan timeline from the chief of long‑range planning and a presentation from the Susquehannock Wildlife Society conservation director. The board will also receive county updates and consider any new business before adjourning.

• Review and approval of the March 2026 meeting summary
• Presentation: Master Plan Timeline (Alex Rawls, Chief of Long‑Range Planning)
• Presentation: Susquehannock Wildlife Society (John Garrison, Conservation Director)
• County Updates
• New Business

Youth Commission

The Harford County Youth Commission will hold a procedural meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss old business including the Commission Charter and Bylaws. Under new business, members will identify issues and barriers, set goals, and create committees. No specific decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Commission Charter
• Review of Bylaws
• Identify issues and barriers facing youth
• Set goals for the commission
• Create committees

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Harford County Department of Social Services Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026-2027 term. The agenda includes committee reports on finance, events, and public relations, as well as action items regarding committee assignments and a children's play room.

• Elections for Chair/Vice Chair (2026-2027)
• Mini-Golf Fund Raiser (Tabled)
• Backpack Giveaway scheduled for August 2026
• Handbook update for Board Administration
• Committee Assignments

The board approved the March 19, 2026 minutes unanimously. A motion to allocate $2,500 for youth summer camp was passed by unanimous vote. The mini‑golf fundraiser was tabled. Chair and Vice Chair elections were scheduled for June.

• Approved March 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Allocated $2,500 for youth summer camp (unanimous)
• Mini‑golf fundraiser tabled
• Scheduled Chair and Vice Chair elections for June
• Planned CQI hot‑dog fundraiser for May 13‑14
• Set agenda review items to be submitted at least one month in advance
• Moved forward with Summer Camp funding (unanimous)
• Board to investigate feasibility of applying for grants

Human Relations Commission

The Harford County Human Relations Commission will review its March 19 minutes, hear reports from the chairman and staff liaison, and address a concern about juveniles being charged as adults. The meeting also includes updates on a May 13 non‑profit networking event, an open commission seat, district‑E member applications, and renters’ rights modules under review.

• Concern regarding juveniles being charged as adults
• May 13 Non‑Profit Networking event invitation emailed; 19 have registered
• One seat on the Human Relations Commission remains open
• District E member applications received (none submitted)
• Renters’ Rights modules – legal aid review by Maryland Office of Tenant/Landlord Affairs

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Community Advisory Board will hear a public safety report from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Northern Precinct. Presentations will include a historical overview of the nation’s 250th anniversary and community interest talks such as the Harford County Historical Society’s celebration and a Meet the Candidates event. An old‑business segment will provide updates on various development projects, including the Whiteford Tractor Supply Company site, residential, solar, natural gas, transmission, battery storage, data center and solar array projects. The meeting will conclude with a new‑business period and a list of invited county officials.

• Public Safety Report – Harford County Sheriff’s Office Northern Precinct (Capt. Robert Royster)
• 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence presentation (Peter Vaughan)
• Harford County Historical Society celebration and Meet the Candidates Night announcement (Ms. Chris Potts, Nick Taylor)
• Old Business overview of development projects: Whiteford Tractor Supply, family residential, solar, natural gas, transmission, battery storage, data centers
• New Business period (no specific agenda items listed)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing two proposed plans: Harford Hill Farm, a 74,000-square-foot private party and reception venue on 246.75 acres, and a 20-lot single-family residential subdivision on 13.893 acres at 711 Irwin Road. No decisions have been made; the items are open for discussion and possible recommendation.

• Harford Hill Farm: 74,000 sq ft private parties/receptions on 246.75 acres (AG), south of Pocock Road west of Fallston Road
• 711 Irwin Road: 20 single-family detached lots on 13.893 acres (R2), east of Conowingo Road
• Plan No. S142-2026 received 03/13/2026 from Harford Hills, LLC
• Plan No. P144-2026 received 03/17/2026 from Mark and Megan Ledford et al.
• Both plans are in Council Districts B and C respectively

The Development Advisory Committee heard a presentation on the Harford Hill Farm private‑party venue proposal. The presenter described the site, zoning, health and traffic information, and compliance details. The minutes do not show any vote, approval, denial, or tabling of the proposal.

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The Harford County Community Advisory Board will meet to discuss a guest speaker on data centers, receive reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire Department, and review community issues. The meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2026.

• Guest Speaker: Glenn Giles (Planning Advisory Board) on Data Centers
• Sheriff's Office-Community Policing Report
• Fire Safety Report
• County Council District B: Allison Imhoff
• County Council District F: Jacob Bennett

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will approve the March 2026 meeting minutes, discuss pending battery storage legislation, and address any old or other business items. The meeting also includes introductions and a public comment period.

• Approval of March 2026 Minutes
• Battery Storage Legislation discussion
• Old Business
• Other Business
• Public Comment

The board voted to approve the summary of the March 2026 Planning Advisory Board meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the April 8 session.

• Approved March 2026 meeting summary (vote not recorded)

HVAC Mechanical Board

The Harford County Mechanical Board will meet to review minutes from November 2025 and discuss old business regarding R454 refrigerant and House Bills 222 and 1162. The board will also discuss refrigerant and piping for a new apartment complex in Bel Air.

• Discussion of refrigerant and piping for a new apartment complex in Bel Air
• Review of R454 refrigerant and equipment
• Discussion of House Bill 222 and 1162

Plumbing Board

The Harford County Plumbing Board will meet on April 7, 2026 at the Permit Center Conference Room, 220 South Main Street, Bel Air. The board will review and adopt the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting. The board will discuss sewer and grease trap requirements for a new apartment complex in Bel Air. The next public meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

• Approve minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting
• Discuss sewer and grease trap requirements for a new apartment complex in Bel Air

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve the March 24, 2026 meeting minutes and consider a series of procurement contracts. Items include software services, road resurfacing, bridge utility relocation, sewer extension, playground equipment, and a $3 million synthetic turf field replacement. All contracts have met the county’s procurement procedures.

• Synthetic Turf Field Replacements and Renovations – $3,000,000.00
• Repair and Resurfacing of Arena Rd. (including Hudges Rd., Grand View Dr., etc.) – $2,199,000.00
• Freys Road Low Pressure Sewer Extension – $514,577.00
• Playground Equipment – $220,000.00
• Bridge H-0043 Grier Nursery Road utility relocations – $177,000.00

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved eight contract and lease recommendations, with one member absent for each vote. Approvals included a $649,940.50 desktop refresh for the Sheriff’s Office, a $250,000 yearly change order for wastewater facilities, and a $1,096,000 salt‑barn construction. Additional approvals covered ambulance medical supplies, elevator replacements, two property leases, and a $150,000 public‑engagement consulting contract.

• Approved $649,940.50 desktop and laptop refresh for the Sheriff’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved change order up to $250,000 per year (max $1,000,000) for wastewater facilities (unanimous)
• Approved change order up to $190,500 per year (max $575,000) for ambulance medical supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $1,096,000 contract for new highway salt storage barn (unanimous)
• Approved $785,400 contract to replace two elevators at Citizens Care (unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment $71,227.92 per year (plus CAM) for 2027 Pulaski Highway suite (unanimous)
• Approved lease $223,244 per year with 3% annual increases for 23 North Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved up to $150,000 contract for public‑engagement consulting services (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will hear updates from the Sheriff’s Office, the Clerk of the Court, the Council President, and county officials. A review of community issues and questions will follow the reports. No formal decisions or votes are indicated on the agenda.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Guest Speaker – Michelle Karczeski, Clerk of the Court
• Council President’s Update – Cynthia Lince
• County Updates – Robert Wagner and other officials
• Review of community issues and questions from residents

The board heard the sheriff's report, a guest speaker presentation, and updates on bus shelters, Harford Square, and Joppatowne tree planting. They also discussed summer camp funding and a transit spot relocation. No motions were voted on or formally approved.

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs will approve the March 2026 meeting minutes and receive a guest presentation from Bob Smith of Blue Star Families Maryland. Members will discuss reports on recent events held at Legion Posts and other venues, and outline upcoming veteran‑focused activities through May and June. Committee reports on the Veterans Resource Fair 2026 and the Strategic Plan workgroup will also be presented.

• Approval of March 2026 meeting minutes
• Guest presentation: Bob Smith, Program Manager, Blue Star Families Maryland
• Upcoming events: April 22 HCC SALUTE; May 14 VA Claims Clinic at Edgewood Recreation Center; May 16 Armed Forces Day Celebration at Festival Park, Aberdeen
• Committee report: Veterans Resource Fair 2026
• Strategic Plan (Action Plans) workgroup updates

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs approved the March 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting included guest presentations, reports on past events, and a schedule of upcoming events. No new business or additional actions were taken.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission will discuss updates on two grant applications, a battery electric storage system correspondence, and Section 106 programmatic agreement matters. It will also receive updates from the America 250 Harford Committee and the Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review Committees, including planning for a design‑guidelines educational workshop. Administrative business includes a social‑media campaign promoting historic preservation.

• Preservation Maryland Heritage Fund Grant Application Update
• Certified Local Government Education & Training Grant Application Update
• MHT Correspondence: Oystercatcher Battery Electric Storage System
• Section 106 Correspondence: SHA/FHWA Programmatic Agreement
• Design Guidelines Educational Workshop Planning

The commission unanimously approved the March 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will vote to approve the meeting agenda. It will discuss case reflections, review cases, address other business, and confirm the next meeting for April 14, 2026 at 6:30 pm.

• Approve Agenda (Vote)
• Case Reflection/Lessons Learned/Discussion – as needed
• Case Review and Deliberation
• Other Committee Business
• Confirm the next meeting on 4/14/2026 at 6:30 pm

The Administrative Charging Committee voted on four excessive‑force allegations (cases 26‑009A, 26‑009B, 26‑009C, 26‑009D) and one conduct‑unbecoming allegation (case 26‑010), recording each as either exonerated or unfounded with a 4‑0 vote. The committee also approved closing the session under the Open Meetings Act without objection.

• Case 26‑009A allegation for excessive force – Exonerated (4‑0)
• Case 26‑009B allegation for excessive force – Unfounded (4‑0)
• Case 26‑009C allegation for excessive force – Exonerated (4‑0)
• Case 26‑009D allegation for excessive force – Unfounded (4‑0)
• Case 26‑010 allegation for conduct unbecoming/discourtesy – Exonerated (4‑0)
• Closed session motion approved without objection

Local Management Board

The Harford County Local Management Board will review and approve the January 22, 2026 meeting minutes. A vendor update from HCAA titled "Feeding the Future" will be presented. The board will discuss old business items including GOC Fiscal Mapping, FY26 reporting, and the Strategic Plan. New business includes the release of the FY27 RFP and updates on the FY27 ENOUGH grant award.

• Review and approval of January 22, 2026 minutes
• Vendor update: HCAA – Feeding the Future
• Old business: GOC Fiscal Mapping
• New business: LMB FY27 RFP released
• New business: FY27 ENOUGH grant award updates

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board meeting will cover routine items such as a call to order, introduction of a new board member, quorum determination, and approval of prior minutes. Reports will be presented by the Director of Nursing, the Administrator, and the Director of Business Operations. The board will discuss updates on capital projects for elevators, a tradename change, medical assistance revalidation, an annual health survey, and the Ceca award nomination process.

• Capital Projects Update – Elevators
• Tradename Update
• Medical Assistance Revalidation Update
• Annual Recertification Health Survey Update
• Ceca Award Nomination Review Process

The board approved the February 26 meeting minutes. It set a combined November‑December meeting for December 10, 2026. An Accounts Receivable position was added to the Business Office staff, and a new pain‑management company was contracted at no cost to the facility.

• Approved minutes of February 26 meeting
• Scheduled combined November‑December 2026 meeting for Dec 10
• Added Accounts Receivable position to Business Office staff
• Contracted new Pain Management company at no expense

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will convene to approve its February 25 meeting minutes and receive reports from the Sheriff's Office, Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co., and the Office of Budget & Management.

• Approval of February 25, 2026 FCAB Members
• Public Safety Report from Harford County Sheriff’s Office
• Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co. Report
• Budget & Management Report from Ben Lloyd
• Comments from County Executive Matt Button

The Fallston Community Advisory Board voted to approve the minutes from the February 25, 2026 meeting. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during this session. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public safety, education, budget, and community event reports.

• Approved Feb 25, 2026 minutes (motion carried)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will meet on March 24, 2026 to consider updates from the People's Counsel, discuss ongoing layover cases, and review new applications. The agenda also includes approval of the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes and scheduling of the next meeting. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• People's Counsel Update
• Cases on Layover
• Review of Applications
• Approval of February 24, 2026 minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 24, 2026 meeting. No action was taken on the special‑exceptions application (Case No. 6047) to operate a firewood processing and construction service at 3740 Smith Road, Darlington. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m., and the next meeting was scheduled for April 28, 2026.

• Approved February 24 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on Special Exceptions application (Case No. 6047) for 3740 Smith Road

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes. It will consider eight procurement items that have met all county code procedures. Items include a $649,940.50 desktop and laptop refresh for HCSO, a $250,000 light construction contract for wastewater facilities, a $190,500 medical supplies purchase for ambulances, a $1,096,000 contract for a highways salt barn in Abingdon, and a $785,400 contract for Citizen’s Care administrative and Harborview elevators. Additional items are a $71,227.92 lease at 2027 Pulaski Highway, Suite 107, a $223,244 lease at 23 North Main Street, and a $150,000 public‑engagement consultant service.

• Highways Salt Barn Abingdon – $1,096,000.00
• Citizen's Care Admin. and Harborview Elevators – $785,400.00
• HCSO Desktop and Laptop Refresh – $649,940.50
• Light Construction Services for Wastewater Facilities Younger – $250,000.00 NTE
• Medical Supplies for Ambulances – $190,500.00 NTE

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved eight contract recommendations, each with one member absent. Contracts included purchases of timeclocks, encryption maintenance, library HVAC replacement, utility relocation, public‑engagement consulting, a John Deere tractor, server maintenance, and playground equipment. The largest award was $1,131,806.00 to Baltimore Gas and Electric for the Woodley Road utility relocation.

• Approved $116,660.25 award to UKG Kronos Systems for 81 timeclocks (unanimous)
• Approved $53,228.20 award to ePlus Technology for Certes encryption maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $451,800.00 award to Dynastics, Inc. for Jarrettsville Library HVAC replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $1,131,806.00 award to Baltimore Gas and Electric for Woodley Road utility relocation (unanimous)
• Approved up to $150,000.00 award to Rummel, Klepper and Kahl, LLP for public‑engagement consulting (unanimous)
• Approved $75,541.96 award to Deere & Company for a new John Deere 6105E Cab Tractor (unanimous)
• Approved $253,632.68 award to Insource Software Solutions for Stratus server maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved up to $800,000.00 per year to BCI Burke Company, Landscape Structures, and PlayPower for playground equipment (unanimous)

Commission for Women

The Commission for Women will meet to discuss committee updates and hold a vote on a by-laws amendment. The agenda includes a presentation from the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna.

• Vote on Governance Committee by-laws amendment
• Speaker: Yvonne Golczewski, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna
• Discussion of Commission member opening
• Review of Harford County Leading Women event and modifications for next year
• Planning for Community Conversations in April, May, and June

The commission approved the February 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The Governance Committee’s updated bylaws were also passed unanimously. A planning committee was formed to organize a Women’s Resource Fair in November 2026, and several new initiatives were set in motion, including a May coffee event, a partnership with Habitat for Humanity, and the preparation of the annual report due in June.

• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted updated C4W bylaws (unanimous)
• Formed committee (Erin, Tatiana, Robin, Debbie) to plan November 2026 Women’s Resource Fair; will meet bi‑weekly
• Distributed Harford County Housing and Community Services Resource Guide; to be reviewed at next meeting
• Scheduled "Coffee with the Commissioners" at Screaming Bean for May
• Agreed to partner with Habitat for Humanity for Woman Build 2026; Tatiana to contact Michele Louderback (potential date June 7)
• Opened commission member position to fill Lilianna’s spot; received two applicants including Claudia Nactigal
• Set deadline for annual report to County Council for June 2026; Crystal to chair

Commission on Disabilities

The Harford County Commission on Disabilities will approve the October 2025 and February 2026 meeting minutes. It will hear guest speakers from Harford County Transit. Committee reports from Employment, Legislative, Accessibility, Membership, and the County Council will be presented. The commission will discuss old business items such as the Empowered Expo 2026 and Inclusive Egg Hunt, and new business items including Bike Camp 2026, Imagine Your Career Fair‑EDMS, and Operation Inspire.

• Guest speakers: Harford County Transit representatives Gary Blazinsky and Jodi Glock
• Approval of October 2025 and February 2026 minutes
• Old Business – discussion of Empowered Expo 2026 and Inclusive Egg Hunt
• New Business – discussion of Bike Camp 2026
• New Business – discussion of Imagine Your Career Fair‑EDMS

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will meet to discuss program updates and a specific property request. The board is reviewing a boundary line change request from the Huber Family.

• Review of Huber Family boundary line change request

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hear reports from the Chairman and Coordinator, including a fully executed Letter of Agreement for a May 13 non‑profit networking event and a reminder that one commission seat remains open. It will discuss renters’ rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules and consider a non‑profit summit/networking event. Old business items such as the renters’ rights modules and the summit will be reviewed, and any new business will be addressed. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Letter of Agreement fully executed for May 13 non‑profit networking event
• Reminder that one Human Relations Commission seat remains open
• Discussion of renters’ rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules
• Consideration of non‑profit summit/networking event
• Tabled vote on district‑E member distribution

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Department of Social Services Advisory Board will meet virtually to review director and chair reports. The board is scheduled to discuss fundraising goals, 2026 goals, and a handbook update.

• Discussion of fundraising goals
• Discussion of 2026 goals
• Handbook update
• Committee assignments
• Planning for August 2026 backpack giveaway

The advisory board unanimously approved the February 19, 2026 minutes. It voted to forgo a large‑scale fundraising event this year and will focus on restaurant‑based fundraising activities. The Mini‑Golf Fundraiser was tabled. Members also agreed to add an ad‑hoc $1,000 category to the fundraising matrix.

• Unanimously approved February 19, 2026 minutes (motion by Jim Kuterbach, second by Cynthia Phillips)
• Board decided not to hold a large‑scale fundraising event in 2026, will focus on restaurant‑based fundraising
• Mini‑Golf Fundraiser was tabled
• Members agreed to add an ad‑hoc $1,000 category to the fundraising matrix

Churchville / Creswell / Fountain Green CAB

The Churchville/Creswell/Fountain Green Community Advisory Board meeting on March 19, 2026 will feature a health briefing by Lauren Levy, JD, MPH, Health Officer for the Harford County Health Department, and reports from the sheriff’s office and county council representatives. A new‑business segment will allow community members to raise issues and ask questions. The agenda also invites applications for three additional board members.

• Speaker: Lauren Levy, JD, MPH, Health Officer, Harford County Health Department
• Report from the Sheriff’s Office – Captain David McDougall
• Council Update – Cynthia Lince; District D Councilman James Reilly; District E Councilwoman Jessica Tsottles‑Boyles
• New Business: community issues and questions from residents
• Call for applications to add three members to the Community Advisory Board (online link provided)

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Jarrettsville/Norrisville Community Advisory Board will hear a public safety report from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Precinct. It will present updates on battery storage, data centers and solar arrays by a local planning consultant. The board will also review old‑business items including the Whiteford Tractor Supply Company development, the Comes Family residential project, solar projects, natural‑gas generation in Perryman, and transmission projects. No formal decisions are indicated; the meeting is for discussion and information sharing.

• Public Safety Report – Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Precinct (Capt. Robert Royster)
• Presentation on battery storage, data centers and solar arrays by Shane P. Grimm, SPG76 Consulting Solutions
• Review of Whiteford Tractor Supply Company Development Project
• Review of Comes Family Residential Development Project
• Discussion of solar projects, natural‑gas generation in Perryman, and transmission projects

The board ratified the February 2026 meeting minutes after a motion was made and seconded. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made at 8:27 pm, seconded, and carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Ratified February 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 pm (motion carried)

Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board

The Harford County Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from its last meeting. The board will hear a Director’s Report from Karen Holt and an Agricultural Coordinator’s Report and presentation from Kimmi Lyons. Subcommittee and agency/organizational updates will be presented before the meeting adjourns.

• Approval of Previous Minutes
• Director’s Report – Karen Holt, director, Economic Development
• Agricultural Coordinator’s Report & Presentation – Kimmi Lyons
• Subcommittee Updates
• Agency/Organizational Updates

Environmental Advisory Board

The Harford County Environmental Advisory Board will open with introductions, then review and approve the February 2026 meeting summary. A presentation by Frank Marsden of the Nature Collaborative will follow, along with county updates. The board will consider any new business before adjourning.

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office on community policing, a historical presentation by Jacob Bense, updates from the Council President, County updates, a fire safety report, and a review of community questions. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational and for public input.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Historical presentation by Jacob Bense (Harford 250)
• Council President Susan Sapp – update
• Fire Safety Report by Ron Sollod
• Review of community issues and questions

Youth Commission

The Harford County Youth Commission will meet to review its commission procedures and bylaws, and to establish goals for the year. The meeting is a standard organizational session.

• Review of Commission Procedures (Article VII)
• Review of Bylaws
• Establishment of Goals

The Harford County Youth Commission held its first meeting after a hiatus, introduced members and discussed procedures and goals. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:58 PM was made, seconded, and approved unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Adjournment motion approved unanimously (6:58 PM)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board will hold a presentation and discussion with Upper Chesapeake Health executives. The meeting also includes a Director's report and updates from liaisons, legislation, and subcommittees.

• Presentation and discussion with Upper Chesapeake Health Senior Vice Presidents Dr. Giora Netzer and Dr. Colin Ward
• Director's Report from Deputy Director Raj Goel

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board approved the minutes from the January meeting and approved a Sustainable Community Designation for the Route 40 corridor between Edgewood and Joppatowne. The board also decided to research and draft zoning amendments for battery storage and data centers. Ongoing items include drafting an agricultural accessory‑use policy, awaiting a state model for forest conservation, and selecting a master‑plan consultant.

• Approved summary of the January 2026 PAB meeting
• Approved Sustainable Community Designation for Route 40 (Edgewood to Joppatowne)
• Decided to research and draft zoning amendments for battery storage and data centers
• Ag Accessory Uses workgroup to draft policy permitting <1,000 sq ft by right and 1,000–3,000 sq ft by special exception
• Forest Conservation ordinance pending state model; no local action taken
• Selected RK&K as Master Plan consultant (contract pending signature)
• No update on Comes Family property; will revisit next month
• Discussed potential sunset and boundary redraw of Aberdeen‑Havre de Grace Enterprise Zone (no decision made)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve the February 24, 2026 meeting minutes and consider several procurement contracts. Items include timeclock software, sheriff’s office maintenance, a library HVAC replacement, a utility relocation project on Woodley Road, and other equipment and service contracts. Each item has met the county’s procurement procedures.

• BGE Utility Relocation Woodley Road – $1,131,806.00
• Jarrettsville Library HVAC Replacement – $451,800.00
• Stratus Server Maintenance – $253,632.68
• Public Engagement Consultant Services (NTE) – $150,000.00
• UKG Timeclocks – $116,660.25

The Board unanimously approved ten contract awards and change orders, including a $547,649.75 award to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration for the design of Bridge H‑0078 on Moores Road. Other approvals covered firearm purchases, vehicle upfits, a courthouse wheelchair lift, consulting services for Aberdeen Proving Ground, a K9 unit vehicle, a crack‑sealer machine, water and sewer construction change order, snow and ice management, and backflow preventer testing. All motions were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved $145,863 purchase of 100 Glock 45 MOS handguns for HCSO (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 annual award for HCSO vehicle upfit parts (unanimous)
• Approved $547,649.75 award to MDOT SHA for design of Bridge H‑0078 Moores Road (unanimous)
• Approved $79,965 award to Delaware Elevator for courthouse wheelchair lift replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $438,900 consulting services contract with HR Green for Aberdeen Proving Ground readiness (unanimous)
• Approved $58,777 purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe K9 unit (unanimous)
• Approved $74,477.38 purchase of CrackPro 125 DA crack sealer (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 change order for water and sewer construction, raising contract to $1.3 million (unanimous)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans' Affairs will vote to approve the February meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on assistance requests, upcoming veteran events, and reports from committees such as the Veterans Resource Fair 2026 and the Strategic Plan Workgroup. The meeting also includes a guest presentation and a period for visitor comments.

• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Assistance Requests Update
• VSO Update: July 4 Parade and Veterans Trail (Riders) and County proposal refresh
• Upcoming events including the Salute to Veterans Dinner (Jarrettsville VFW) and USO Show (Legion Post 47, Havre de Grace)
• Committee reports: Veterans Resource Fair 2026 and Strategic Plan Workgroup

The commission voted to approve the February 2026 meeting minutes. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved February meeting minutes (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the final draft of the 2025 HPC Annual Report. Members will receive a presentation on the Harford County Master Plan timeline and updates on zoning code review. The meeting also covers the inspection and reopening of the Cherry Hill Road Bridge.

• 2025 HPC Annual Report final draft review
• Harford County Master Plan timeline presentation
• Design Guidelines Workshop planning
• Cherry Hill Road Bridge (HA-1251) inspection and reopening
• SHA/MDTA Statewide Programmatic Agreement renewal/amendment

The commission unanimously approved the February 2026 meeting minutes. It also approved the final draft of the 2025 Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report with the discussed edits. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved February 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HPC Annual Report with edits (unanimous)
• Adjoined motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will meet via Microsoft Teams to conduct case reviews and deliberations. The agenda includes a discussion on case reflections and lessons learned.

• Case review and deliberation
• Case reflection and lessons learned discussion

The Administrative Charging Committee voted on six allegations across three cases. Two allegations from the sheriff’s office case were exonerated or found unfounded (3‑0 each). One police misconduct allegation was sustained, resulting in a reprimand letter and a one‑day loss of pay or leave (3‑0). Four other police allegations of discourtesy were found unfounded (3‑0 each).

• Exonerated Allegation #1 (Excessive Force) in Case 26-006 (3‑0)
• Found Unfounded Allegation #2 (Conformance to Laws, Policies and Procedures) in Case 26-006 (3‑0)
• Sustained Allegation #1 (Conduct Unbecoming) in Case 26-007 with Letter of Reprimand and one‑day loss of pay (3‑0)
• Found Unfounded Allegation #1 (Discourtesy) in Case 26-008A (3‑0)
• Found Unfounded Allegation #1 (Discourtesy) in Case 26-008B (3‑0)
• Found Unfounded Allegation #1 (Discourtesy) in Case 26-008C (3‑0)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office, the County Executive, the Council President, county officials, and fire safety officials. It will also get updates from County Council members for Districts A and B and from delegates. The meeting includes a review of community issues and questions, but no formal actions are listed.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Guest speaker – Bob Cassilly, County Executive
• Council President Cynthia Lince – Update
• Fire Safety Report – Ron Sollod
• Review of community issues and questions from residents

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Nursing Home Board will review updates on capital projects, including elevator improvements. The board will also receive updates on the cafeteria reopening, a new director of social work position, and other operational matters. Additional items include a tradename discussion, medical assistance revalidation, and a complaint survey follow‑up.

• Capital Projects Update – Elevators
• Cafeteria Reopening Update
• Director of Social Work Position
• Tradename Discussion/Update
• Medical Assistance Revalidation Update

The board approved the minutes from the Dec 11, 2025 meeting unanimously. It authorized contribution to elevator repairs and modernization, allowing payment up to the budgeted amount without further board vote. The cafeteria is scheduled to reopen on March 9 with lunch service only. The board also noted staff retirements and recognized a long‑term employee.

• Approved Dec 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized contribution to elevator repairs/modernization, up to budgeted amount (vote not recorded)
• Confirmed $77,000 Bay Lane elevator deposit will be covered by capital budget (vote not recorded)
• Set cafeteria to reopen March 9 with lunch service only (decision)
• Recorded retirement of Director of Social Work Diana Brusso (informational)
• Recognized GNA Sylvia Spenser for 35‑year anniversary (recognition)

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will meet to receive public safety reports and agency updates. The agenda includes a presentation from the Department of Housing & Community Services Office on Aging.

• Public Safety Report from Harford County Sheriff’s Office
• Public Safety Report from Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.
• Presentation by Lauren Rider, Client Advocacy Services Manager, Office on Aging
• Reports from County Executive Office and Council Member Alison Imhoff

The board voted to approve the meeting minutes from January 28, 2026. The motion was carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:55 PM. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved Jan 28, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:55 PM (motion carried)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will consider updates from the People's Counsel and discuss pending layover cases. It will review Application No. 6046 submitted by Roy James Brinegar, with a hearing scheduled for April 22, 2026. The meeting also includes routine agenda changes, approval of the January 13, 2026 minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• People's Counsel Update
• Cases on Layover
• Review of Application No. 6046 (Roy James Brinegar) – hearing scheduled April 22, 2026

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. The board considered a variance request (Case No. 6046) to reduce the front‑yard setback for an attached garage at 2521 Laurel Brook Road, Fallston, but no action was taken on the request. The next meeting was scheduled for March 24, 2026.

• Approved January 13, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on variance request for 2521 Laurel Brook Road (Case No. 6046)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 24, 2026

Audit Advisory Board

The Audit Advisory Board approved the meeting notes and the minutes by email. The board reviewed the FY2026 audit plan status, discussed the HCPS travel investigation, the Water & Sewer benefit assessment audit, and the county‑wide risk assessment for FY2027. Chrystal Brooks announced her retirement as County Auditor effective June 30, 2026, and the Council and HR began a search for her replacement.

• Approved meeting notes via email (no changes reported)
• Approved meeting minutes via email on 2/26/2026

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates meeting on February 24, 2026 will approve the February 10, 2026 meeting minutes. The board will review and decide on a series of procurement items that have met all procedures, including purchases for law‑enforcement equipment, bridge replacement, courthouse wheelchair lift, consultant services, vehicle and equipment acquisitions, water and sewer construction, snow and ice management, and backflow preventer testing and repair. Each item is listed with its contract amount.

• Backflow Preventer Testing and Repair – $582,340.00
• Replacement of Bridge H-0078 Moores Road over Saw Mill Creek – $547,649.75
• Harford County Consultant Services – $438,900.00
• HCSO Upfit Parts – $350,000.00
• On‑Call Water & Sewer Construction – $300,000.00

The Board of Estimates approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting by general consent. It unanimously approved eight contracts, including a $125,000 mowing services contract, a $60,334.56 fire‑department software purchase, a $1.528 million wastewater plant upgrade, a $57,930 gas‑line relocation, a $1.813 million road repair, a $1.845 million bridge replacement, and a $588,359 HVAC controls upgrade. All motions were approved without dissent.

• Approved January 27, 2026 Board of Estimates minutes (general consent)
• Approved $125,000 mowing and maintenance contract with Ivy Hill Nursery (unanimous)
• Approved $60,334.56 RedRMX software purchase from Alpine Software (unanimous)
• Approved $1,528,686 wastewater treatment plant upgrade with EMH Environmental (unanimous)
• Approved $57,930 BGE underground wiring relocation with Baltimore Gas and Electric (unanimous)
• Approved $1,813,381.07 Chapel Road and Old Robinhood Road repair with Allan Myers MD (unanimous)
• Approved $1,845,000 bridge replacement on Boggs Road with The Six-M Company (unanimous)
• Approved $588,359 HVAC controls replacement with Electrical Automation Services (unanimous)

Commission for Women

The Commission for Women will review minutes, receive a report from the Housing and Community Services Director, and vote on a Vice-Chair and Secretary. The group will also discuss upcoming events and a member opening.

• Approval of January 2026 minutes
• Vote for Vice-Chair and Secretary
• Report from Housing and Community Services Director
• Women's Resource Fair planning
• Commission member opening

The commission unanimously approved the January 2026 meeting minutes. Diane Sengstacke was unanimously elected Vice‑Chair and Karen Chizmar was unanimously elected Secretary. Crystal Clark was assigned to chair the Annual Report due June 2026. Planning for a Women’s Resource Fair was postponed for discussion at the April meeting.

• Approved January 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Diane Sengstacke as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Karen Chizmar as Secretary (unanimous)
• Assigned Crystal Clark to chair the Annual Report
• Tabled Women’s Resource Fair planning for April meeting
• Decided to link documents to Google Drive

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to review committee reports and approve the COD Annual Report. The body will also discuss the 2026 Empowered Expo and the date and location for the 2026 Annual Employment Luncheon.

• Guest speakers from Harford County Transit
• Approval of COD Annual Report
• Planning for Empowered Expo 2026
• Scheduling of Annual Employment Luncheon 2026

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will review specific requests regarding boundary lines and land use. The board will also discuss a potential solar fee and receive program updates.

• Boundary line change request from the Smithson Family
• Wedding venue request from Stone View Farms
• Potential request for Ladew Gardens
• Discussion regarding a potential solar fee

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved the Smithson Family boundary line adjustment, with Ms. Smithson abstaining from the vote. The board unanimously approved Ladew Gardens' request for a visitors center, adding a stipulation to preserve agricultural use and limit impervious surfaces. No decisions were made on the proposed solar impact fee legislation.

• Approved Jan 22, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Smithson Family boundary line adjustment (unanimous; Ms. Smithson abstained)
• Approved Ladew Gardens visitors center request with agricultural-use stipulation (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Harford County Human Relations Commission will consider pending approval of the October 16, 2025 and January 15, 2026 minutes. It will receive the Chairman’s and Coordinator’s reports, including a request for an alternate HRC Secretary and a tabled vote‑district distribution for District E. Old business includes a collaboration with Legal Aid on eight renters’‑rights modules, an update on overbearing homeowners’ associations in Prince George’s County, and planning a nonprofit summit. New business will be introduced before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from October 16, 2025 and January 15, 2026 (pending)
• Coordinator’s report: request for alternate HRC Secretary
• Renters’ Rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules – distribution options
• Update on overbearing HOAs/property management companies in Prince George’s County
• Discuss non‑profit summit/networking event

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Harford County Department of Social Services Advisory Board will approve minutes and hear reports from the chair and director. Members will discuss recruiting new board members, set fundraising goals, and review 2026 goals and a handbook update. Action items include committee assignments, decorating a children’s play room, and planning a backpack giveaway for August 2026.

• Recruitment of new board members
• Fundraising goals (discussion)
• 2026 goals (open discussion)
• Handbook update
• Backpack giveaway – August 2026

The board approved the January 15, 2026 minutes after a motion and second. A motion to restrict AI note‑taking was withdrawn and will be revisited at a future in‑person meeting. Several items—2026 goals, handbook update, and a mini‑golf fundraiser—were tabled. New committee assignments were made and the next meeting was set for March 19, 2026.

• Approved January 15, 2026 minutes (motion by Christine Gerhardt, second by Angela Mangione)
• Motion to restrict AI note‑taking applications withdrawn; topic to be revisited
• 2026 Goals tabled
• Handbook Update tabled
• Mini‑Golf Fundraiser tabled
• Paul assigned to Public Relations committee
• Dr. Michele Campagna assigned to Events and Fundraising committee
• Next meeting scheduled for March 19, 2026 (in‑person)

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Jarrettsville/Norrisville Community Advisory Board will host a meeting to facilitate communication between residents and county administration. The session includes a public safety report and presentations on land conservation and national defense research.

• Q&A session with County Executive Bob Cassilly
• Land Conservation information from Jen Wilson, Department of Planning and Zoning
• Presentation by Nick Taylor on APG's role in defense research and the Army's Janus micro-reactor program
• Public Safety Report from Harford County Sheriff’s Office Northern Precinct
• Discussion of Whiteford Tractor Supply Company and Comes Family residential development projects

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Harford County Development Advisory Committee will consider a subdivision plan to create Lot 18, a 16.910‑acre parcel at the terminus of Ingleside Road. The committee will also review a commercial vehicle and equipment storage proposal for 4.05 acres at 507‑511 Old Post Road. Both items were received on January 21, 2026 and will be discussed for potential approval.

• Subdivision of remaining lands to create Lot 18 – 16.910 acres (Plan No. P43-2026)
• Commercial vehicle and equipment storage at 507‑511 Old Post Road – 4.05 acres (Plan No. S45-2026)

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed a subdivision proposal for Lot 18 and a commercial vehicle storage proposal at 507‑511 Old Post Road. Both plans were returned with required revisions and additional information, and no approvals were granted. The Harford County Health Department approved the preliminary plan for Lot 18, and the State Highway Administration expressed no objection, but the DAC still required changes.

• Lot 18 subdivision – required revised preliminary plan addressing sediment control, NRD buffers, acreage discrepancy, and common drive agreement (no approval)
• Health Department approved preliminary plan for Lot 18 (preliminary approval only)
• State Highway Administration expressed no objection to Lot 18 plan (no objection)
• 507‑511 Old Post Road storage – required additional water supply information, sediment and erosion control plan, and fee voucher before further review (no approval)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Harford County Environmental Advisory Board will review and approve the November 2025 meeting summary. A presentation on agriculture land preservation will be given by Jennifer Wilson of the Department of Planning & Zoning. The board will receive county updates and consider any new business items.

• Review and approval of the November 2025 meeting summary
• Presentation: Jennifer Wilson, Department of Planning & Zoning – Agriculture Land Preservation Update
• County Updates
• New Business

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The Abingdon/Emmorton Community Advisory Board will hear a report from the Sheriff's Office on community policing and a presentation on navigating Medicare. The meeting also includes updates from the County Council, Fire Safety, and a review of community issues.

• Sheriff's Office-Community Policing Report
• Guest Speaker: Tahirah Hall on Medicare navigation
• County Council District B update: Allison Imhoff
• County Council District F update: Jacob Bennett
• Fire Safety Report

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve contracts for several county projects, including a bridge replacement, road resurfacing, and a wastewater treatment plant improvement. The board will also approve the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting.

• Replacement of Bridge H-0066x Boggs Road over Long Branch – $1,845,000.00
• Repair and Resurfacing of Chapel Road (N. Paradise Rd to Bulle Rock Pkwy) and Old Robinhood Rd – $1,813,381.07
• Joppatowne Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project – $1,528,686.00
• DES HVAC Controls and Valve Replacement – $588,359.06
• Mowing and Maintenance of Community Areas – $125,000.00

The Harford County Board of Estimates approved eight contracts, including a $997,010 interior renovation of the Emmorton Recreation Center and a $300,000 consulting agreement for the Emergency Services Transporter Supplemental Payment Program. Additional approvals covered elevator modernization at the Harford Center and the purchase of several vehicles for the Highways Division. All motions passed unanimously with one member absent, and the minutes of the January 13 meeting were approved.

• Approved $997,010 Emmorton Recreation Center interior renovation (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300,000 Emergency Services Transporter Supplemental Payment Program consulting contract (unanimous)
• Approved $154,100 Harford Center elevator modernization (unanimous)
• Approved $184,335 purchase of three 2026 Transit 12-passenger vans for Harford Transit LINK (unanimous)
• Approved $307,377 purchase of three 2026 Ford F-550 trucks with enclosed utility beds (unanimous)
• Approved $504,724 purchase of four 2026 Ford F-550 mini dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $125,652 purchase of two 2026 Ford F-350 snowplow trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $198,848 purchase of two 2026 Ford F-350 trucks with utility beds and cranes (unanimous)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Commission on Veteran's Affairs will review past events, approve minutes, and discuss upcoming initiatives including a Veterans Resource Fair and a strategic plan workgroup. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Guest presentation: God's Outdoor Angels Foundation
• Veterans Resource Fair 2026
• Strategic Plan Workgroup
• VA Claims Clinic on May 14

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the December meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting included reports, a guest presentation, and planning for upcoming veteran events.

• Approved December meeting minutes (motion by Ryan Richardson, seconded by Warline Bryant)

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Harford County Board of Electrical Examiners will adopt its Rules of Procedure, defining board membership, officer elections, duties, and meeting requirements. It will set examination and renewal processes for limited, restricted, and journeyperson electrician registrations. The agenda also creates five new limited electrician registration categories and outlines hearing procedures for misconduct.

• Adoption of board Rules of Procedure, including membership composition and meeting quorum
• Establishment of written examination requirements for limited and restricted electrician applicants
• Renewal fee and grace period rules for registration renewals, including exemption criteria
• Procedures for public hearings and possible suspension or revocation of registrations
• Creation of five limited electrician registration types: low voltage/home automation, commercial/residential HVAC, residential HVAC service, signs, elevators

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review two proposed residential subdivisions: a 23.44-acre agricultural pavilion and a 15.83-acre rural residential subdivision. The meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2026, at 9:00 am.

• Plan No. S04-2026: Construct a 2,400 sq ft pavilion on 23.44 acres (AG) on MD 462
• Plan No. P15-2026: Subdivide lot 9 to create lots 10 and 11 on 15.83 acres (RR) on MD 165
• Meeting location: First Floor Conference Room, 220 South Main Street, Bel Air, MD 21014

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the Claire’s Meadow Lots 10 and 11 subdivision proposal. Members from Soil Conservation, Health, Public Works, and Planning provided technical comments and identified required sediment, well, septic, stormwater, driveway, and forest‑conservation conditions. The committee asked the applicant to submit a revised preliminary plan addressing these items; no approval or denial was made.

• Require revised preliminary plan addressing health, stormwater, driveway, and forest requirements

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hear a presentation of the Maryland Inventory of Cemeteries and Burial Sites Workgroup Final Report, review the draft 2025 annual report, and consider Section 106 correspondence for MD 624 at St. Mary’s Road. The meeting also includes updates from the Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review Committees. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Maryland Inventory of Cemeteries and Burial Sites Workgroup Final Report – presentation by Rev. Reginald Bishop
• Review of 2025 Historic Preservation Commission Annual Report Draft 2
• Section 106 correspondence: MD 624 at St. Mary’s Road
• Updates from the Historic Site Documentation Committee
• Updates from the Zoning Code Review Committee

The commission voted to approve the January 2026 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the commission heard a presentation on the Maryland Inventory of Cemeteries and Burial Sites and reviewed draft updates to the 2025 annual report and site assessments. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved January 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Plumbing Board

The Harford County Plumbing Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review board rules and regulations. The board will also enter an executive session to conduct an administrative hearing regarding charges of misconduct.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 business meeting minutes
• Review of Board Rules and Regulations
• Executive session for administrative hearing on charges of misconduct

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, discuss case reflections and reviews, and close the session. It will also confirm the next meeting date of February 17 2026 at 6:30 p.m. No specific policy items or contracts are listed.

• Approve Agenda (Vote)
• Case Reflection/Lessons Learned discussion
• Case Review and Deliberation
• Confirm next meeting on 2/17/2026 at 6:30 p.m.
• Close Session (Vote)

The Administrative Charging Committee voted on the allegations in two cases. All three allegations in case #26-002 from the Aberdeen Police Department were found unfounded by a 3‑0 vote. In case #26-004 from the Havre de Grace Police Department, the conduct‑unbecoming allegation was exonerated and the de‑escalation allegation was found unfounded, each by a 3‑0 vote.

• Allegation #1 (Courtesy) in case #26-002 (APD) found Unfounded (3‑0)
• Allegation #2 (Search of Premises) in case #26-002 (APD) found Unfounded (3‑0)
• Allegation #3 (Conformance to Law/Abuse of Process/Withholding Evidence) in case #26-002 (APD) found Unfounded (3‑0)
• Allegation #1 (Conduct Unbecoming) in case #26-004 (HdGPD) exonerated (3‑0)
• Allegation #2 (De‑escalation) in case #26-004 (HdGPD) found Unfounded (3‑0)
• Agenda approved without objection
• Minutes from Jan 20 meeting approved
• Closed session approved without objection

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will hear a series of reports and updates, including a community policing report, a guest speaker on aging issues, and updates from the County Council, delegates, and fire safety officials. The meeting is for information sharing and community questions; no formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Guest Speaker – Karen Winkowski, Dept. of Aging
• Council President’s Update – Cynthia Lince
• County Council Updates – District A (Nolanda Robert) and District B (Alison Imhoff)
• Fire Safety Report – Ron Sollod

The board noted that the site plan for the Jopp recreation fields was approved, adding an additional field. Funding of $100,000 for the homeowner’s southern task force and $350,000 for Edgewood shopping‑center improvements was also reported. No other formal decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved site plan for Jopp recreation fields (added additional field)

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will meet to approve members, receive reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire Department, and discuss agricultural preservation with county officials.

• Approval of FCAB members from November 19, 2025
• Public Safety Report from Harford County Sheriff's Office
• Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co. report
• Agricultural Preservation discussion with Jen Wilson
• Reports from County Executive, Council, and Board of Education

The board voted to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of reports and discussion.

• Approved 11/19/25 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates is reviewing several funding requests for facility upgrades and vehicle acquisitions. The items include interior renovations, elevator modernization, and the purchase of multiple Ford trucks and transit vans.

• Emmorton Recreation Interior Renovations: $997,010.00
• Emergency Transporter Supplemental Payment Program Consultant: $300,000.00 NTE
• Harford Center Elevator Modernization: $154,100.00
• Purchase of (3) 2026 Transit 12-Passenger Vans: $184,335.00
• Purchase of (11) 2026 Ford F-550 and F-350 trucks: $1,031,599.00 total

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved nine contract awards, including a $42,744 design and relocation services contract with Baltimore Gas and Electric, a $2,000,000 per‑year on‑call landscaping services contract with six vendors, and a $1,162,125 purchase of 25 new police interceptors. Additional approvals covered street‑sweeping change orders, a pipe‑inspection camera system, VMware software, Cisco network switches, and UPS backup batteries. All motions were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved $42,744 design & relocation services contract to Baltimore Gas and Electric (unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,000,000 per year on‑call landscaping services to six vendors (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 change order for street sweeping to Quiet Sweep, Ltd. (unanimous)
• Approved $198,333 purchase of pipe‑inspection camera system to Atlantic Machinery Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,162,125 purchase of 25 new 2026 Ford Police Interceptors to Hertrich Fleet Services (unanimous)
• Approved up to $200,000 per year body armor purchase to Atlantic Tactical (unanimous)
• Approved $192,620.92 VMware software purchase to Insight Public Sector (unanimous)
• Approved $372,790.70 purchase of 50 Cisco Catalyst switches to ePlus Technology (unanimous)

Police Accountability Board

The Police Accountability Board will review the Administrative Charging Committee Report and the Chair’s report. It will hear comments from agencies, board members, and the public. The board will also discuss future meeting dates and location before adjourning.

• Administrative Charging Committee Report
• Police Accountability Board Chair Report
• Comments from agencies
• Comments from board members
• Comments from the public

Commission for Women

The Harford County Commission for Women will approve minutes from its September and November 2025 meetings, hear reports from the chair, coordinator, and several committees, and review old business items such as the 250‑year celebration video. New business includes planning a fall Women’s Resource Fair and actions to promote the Harford County Community Resource Guide and related workshops on housing and nutrition.

• Approve minutes from September 2025 and November 2025 meetings
• Old Business – 250 Celebration Video
• New Business – Women’s Resource Fair (fall event)
• New Business – Share Harford County Community Resource Guide on HCWC Facebook page
• New Business – Promote HCCHD workshops for housing and nutritional support

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will meet in a closed session to discuss two specific complaints. The meeting is conducted under Maryland General Provisions § 3-305(b)(13).

• Discussion of Complaint 25-03
• Discussion of Complaint 25-04

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the December 22, 2025 meeting. It elected Ms. Keyes as chair and Mr. Amoss as vice chair, both unanimously. The board also approved Garden Fence Farm LLC’s request to create a child lot for Parker Crowl and moved the regular meeting start time to 6:00 p.m., each decision unanimous.

• Approved December 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Keyes as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Amoss as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved Garden Fence Farm LLC child lot request for Parker Crowl (unanimous)
• Changed monthly meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Local Management Board

The Harford County Local Management Board will review the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes and then discuss several updates, including a vendor update from LASOS Fortify, a fiscal mapping report, and progress on the strategic plan. The board will note that the FY27 Notice of Funding Availability is pending release and receive a case management committee update.

• Vendor Update: LASOS Fortify
• GOC Fiscal Mapping presentation
• Strategic Plan updates for review
• LMB FY27 NOFA: awaiting release
• Case Management Committee update by Melynda Velez

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will consider three site‑specific development applications. The first proposes a 10,000‑square‑foot corporate office building on Fountain Green Road (Plan S543‑2025). The second seeks approval for a 105,000‑square‑foot, four‑story self‑storage facility on Pulaski Highway (Plan S553‑2025). The third requests a 5,376‑square‑foot gymnasium and health club on Philadelphia Road (Plan S559‑2025).

• Plan S543‑2025 – 10,000 sq ft corporate office building on Fountain Green Road North (MD 543), Parcel 667
• Plan S553‑2025 – 105,000 sq ft, 4‑story self‑storage facility on Pulaski Highway (US 40), Parcel 421
• Plan S559‑2025 – 5,376 sq ft gymnasium and health club on Philadelphia Road (MD 7), Parcel 862

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed 10,000‑sq‑ft corporate office on 1.4 acres at Fountain Green Road. Members from Fire & EMS, Soil Conservation, Health, Water & Sewer, and Engineering provided comments and conditions, but no approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive reports on public safety and highways. The body will discuss several local development projects and county legislation regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

• Whiteford Tractor Supply Company Development Project
• Comes Family Residential Development Project
• Quirauk Peak Solar on Federal Hill Road
• Harford County ADU Legislation
• BGE Projects

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will approve its agenda, discuss case reflections and lessons learned, review and deliberate on specific cases, address any other business, and confirm the next meeting date and time.

• Approve agenda (vote)
• Case reflection/lessons learned discussion
• Case review and deliberation
• Other committee business
• Confirm next meeting on 2/3/2026 at 6:30 pm

The Administrative Charging Committee completed its review of case 26-003 and voted 4‑0 to find the discourteous conduct allegation unfounded. It also completed its review of case 26-005, voting 4‑0 to find the biased‑based policing allegation unfounded, and 4‑0 to sustain the conduct unbecoming allegation (resulting in a two‑day suspension) and the body‑worn‑camera allegation (resulting in formal written counseling). The committee requested additional information for case 26-002 and did not complete review of case 26-004. The next meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. EST.

• Case 26-003 Allegation #1 (Discourteous) found unfounded (4-0)
• Case 26-005 Allegation #1 (Biased Based Policing) found unfounded (4-0)
• Case 26-005 Allegation #2 (Conduct Unbecoming) sustained – 2‑day suspension (4-0)
• Case 26-005 Allegation #3 (Body Worn Camera) sustained – formal written counseling (4-0)
• Requested additional information for case 26-002 (no vote)
• Did not complete review of case 26-004 (no vote)
• Approved agenda and minutes without objection
• Scheduled next meeting for 2/3/2026 at 6:30 p.m. EST

Churchville / Creswell / Fountain Green CAB

The Churchville‑Creswell‑Fountain‑Green Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office, county council members, and legislative affairs. A guest speaker, Patti Hankins of Stop Transource Power Lines MD, will address the board. The board will discuss community issues and answer questions from residents.

• Speaker: Patti Hankins, Co‑Chair of Stop Transource Power Lines MD
• Reports from agencies/officials: Sheriff’s Office, Council Update, District D and E council members, Legislative Affairs
• Call to Order, Approval of Minutes, and Acknowledgments
• Discussion of new business, community issues, and public questions
• Invitation to apply for CAB membership via online application

Human Relations Commission

The Harford County Human Relations Commission will review pending minutes from October 16 and November 20, 2025, hear reports from the chairman and the deputy director, and discuss ongoing projects. Old business includes a collaboration with Legal Aid on eight renters‑rights modules and an update on overbearing HOAs/property management companies in PG County. New business covers planning a non‑profit summit and networking event. No formal actions are listed.

• Review pending minutes from October 16 and November 20, 2025
• Discuss renters’ rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules
• Update on overbearing HOAs/property management companies in PG County
• Plan non‑profit summit and networking event

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Department of Social Services Advisory Board will meet virtually to review director and chair reports. The board is discussing fundraising goals, 2026 goals, and the recruitment of new board members.

• Discussion of fundraising goals
• Action item for $1000 Food Pantry
• Planning for August 2026 Backpack Giveaway
• Action item for decorating children's play room
• Review of handbook update

The board approved the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Dan Rusin and a second by Cynthia Phillips. The Mini‑Golf Fundraiser proposal was tabled for future consideration. No other formal actions were taken; handbook updates and fundraising discussions remain pending.

• Approved December 18, 2025 minutes (motion Dan Rusin, second Cynthia Phillips)
• Mini‑Golf Fundraiser tabled

Planning Advisory Board

The Harford County Planning Advisory Board will convene to approve minutes from December 2025 and review a Tier III family subdivision. The meeting also includes a discussion on redevelopment efforts and an open session for public comment.

• Approval of December 2025 minutes
• Tier III - Comes Family Subdivision Review
• Redevelopment – Economic Development
• Public Comment session

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the December 2026 meeting. The board also decided to place battery storage and data center permitted‑use discussions on the agenda for the February 11 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the summary of the December 2026 PAB meeting
• Added battery storage permitted use to the February 11 agenda
• Added data center permitted use to the February 11 agenda

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board reviewed updates from the Economic Development director, loan program, tourism initiatives, fiscal impact briefing, and bond rating presentation. Members discussed upcoming events and a leadership transition, with Monica Worrell and Tony Steelman set to leave their chair and vice‑chair roles on June 30. No formal actions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Chair Monica Worrell and Vice‑Chair Tony Steelman will step down effective June 30; Sheryl Davis Kohl offered to assume the chair role
• Loan program has loaned over $1 million since re‑launch, with nine active loans creating 50 new jobs
• Public hearing scheduled for Jan 20 on ordinance 851‑25 concerning setbacks for cannabis dispensaries, taverns and liquor stores
• $100,000 from MDDHCD allocated for a façade improvement program
• $2 million earmarked by Congressman Andy Harris for local projects

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It will also consider and approve a series of procurement contracts, including landscaping services, police vehicle purchases, body armor, pipe inspection equipment, and network switches. All items have met the procurement procedures required by the Harford County Code.

• On Call Landscaping Services – up to $2,000,000 (presented by Danielle, KMP)
• 25 new 2026 Ford Police Interceptors – $1,162,125 (presented by Leroy Fleming, SRK)
• HCSO Body Armor – $200,000 (presented by Amanda Brenner, KQR)
• Rausch USA Mobile Pro Pipe Inspection Camera – $198,333 (presented by Charlie Burke, SRK)
• 9300 48-P Switches – $372,790.70 (presented by Peter Brown, KQR)

The Harford County Board of Estimates approved several procurement contracts, including IT services, lighting, HVAC, painting, uniform rentals, and a contract increase for a fleet attendant. The Board also unanimously approved a purchase of agricultural easements totaling $8,889,869.28. Votes ranged from unanimous approvals to a 4‑1 vote on the lighting contract.

• Approved $56,250 IT services contract (unanimous)
• Approved $167,250 lighting contract for 9‑1‑1 Center (4‑1)
• Approved $309,100 HVAC replacement contract (unanimous)
• Approved up to $500,000 annual industrial painting contract (unanimous)
• Approved up to $130,000 uniform rentals contract (unanimous)
• Approved $8,889,869.28 agricultural easement acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved increase to Daniel Champ contract up to $32,000 per year (unanimous)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board will approve minutes from October 2025 and review applications for utility cases scheduled for hearings in January and February 2026. The group will also discuss rescheduling a June 2026 meeting.

• Approval of October 25, 2025 minutes
• Review of Case No. 6042 (Thomas & Terri Andrews)
• Review of Case No. 6043 (Andrew Omidvar)
• Review of Case No. 6044 (Always House of Prayer, Inc.)
• Discussion to reschedule June 2026 meeting

The board unanimously approved the October 28, 2025 minutes. A motion to enter People’s Counsel for case 6043 was carried 5‑1. No action was taken on variance applications 6042 and 6044. The June 2026 meeting was rescheduled to Thursday, June 25, 2026, and the next meeting was set for Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

• Unanimous approval of October 28, 2025 minutes
• Motion to enter People’s Counsel for case 6043 carried 5‑1
• No action taken on variance case 6042 (Andrews)
• No action taken on variance case 6044 (Always House of Prayer)
• June meeting rescheduled to Thursday, June 25, 2026
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review the draft of its 2025 annual report, receive updates from the Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review committees, and discuss Section 106 correspondence concerning the T‑Mobile Project 7BAN221B at 1616 S. Fountain Green Road. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• 2025 HPC Annual Report Draft Review
• Updates from Historic Site Documentation Committee
• Updates from Zoning Code Review Committee
• Section 106 correspondence update for T‑Mobile Project 7BAN221B (1616 S. Fountain Green Road)
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2025

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review four proposed residential projects, including a construction services building and elderly housing, at its January 7 meeting.

• Construct 8,038 sq ft construction services building on Conowingo Road
• Subdivide Rock Spring Manor to create 24 villas for the elderly
• Revise N. Fountain Green Road parcels to create 8 single-family lots
• Review plans for B3 and AG zoning districts
• Hear from Two Black Dogs, LLC and Forte Equity GT

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will meet via Microsoft Teams to review cases, deliberate, and discuss lessons learned. The meeting agenda is set for 6:30 p.m. on January 6, 2026.

• Meeting held via Microsoft Teams
• Review and deliberation of cases
• Discussion of lessons learned
• Confirm next meeting for Jan 20, 2026

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Community Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from county and legislative officials. The agenda includes a guest presentation by County Executive Bob Cassilly and reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire Safety. The meeting concludes with a review of community issues and questions.

• Guest speaker: County Executive Bob Cassilly
• Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Report
• Fire Safety Report from Ron Sollod
• Updates from Council Members Nolanda Robert and Alison Imhoff
• Updates from Delegates Andre Johnson and Lauren Arikan