Harford County public meetings in 2025

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The board approved the November 20 minutes unanimously. It also approved the Rose family's request for a new home on their property unanimously. Finally, the board approved the Dougherty family's request for an overlay easement to use up to 12 acres for a temporary laydown yard, also unanimously.

• Approved November 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rose family new home request (unanimous)
• Approved Dougherty family overlay easement for up to 12‑acre laydown yard (unanimous)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The advisory board unanimously approved the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The Mini‑Golf fundraiser was tabled. The board assigned Pamela Smith to the CQI committee and directed the department to update the assistance matrix for schools and foster‑youth supplies before the January meeting. Several action items were approved, including a $1,000 food‑pantry allocation, playroom decorations, a backpack giveaway for August 2026, and prescription coverage for adult‑services clients.

• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes unanimously (motion by Jim Kuterbach, second by Christine Gerhardt)
• Mini‑Golf fundraiser tabled
• Pamela Smith assigned to CQI committee
• Department to update assistance matrix and send to board before January meeting
• Approved $1,000 allocation for food pantry
• Approved decorating children’s playroom
• Approved backpack giveaway for August 2026
• Approved covering prescriptions for adult services clients

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 held a closed session on Dec. 16, 2025, with all four members voting to close the meeting. The committee reviewed case #25-028 from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and voted 4-0 on each of three allegations, finding them not sustained, exonerated, and unfounded respectively. All agenda items and the prior meeting minutes were approved without objection.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved November 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session approved (4-0, no opposition)
• Allegation #1 (Illegal Stop and Search) not sustained (4-0)
• Allegation #2 (Failure to Identify Self) exonerated (4-0)
• Allegation #3 (Yelling/Cursing) unfounded (4-0)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will consider and approve a series of contracts and purchases that have met all procurement procedures. Items include data services, lighting, HVAC for the Converge Innovation Center, industrial painting, uniform rentals, agricultural easement acquisitions, an independent contractor, a hydraulic excavator, a snowplow, and two vehicles. No items are slated for closed‑session discussion.

• FY2026 Agricultural Easement Acquisitions – $8,889,869.28 (presented by Jennifer Wilson, SRK)
• Industrial Painting for Water and Sewer – $500,000.00 (presented by Larry Slattery, KCW)
• New 2024 Gradall Hydraulic Excavator – $553,091.36 (presented by Leroy Fleming, SRK)
• New 2027 Kenworth T480 Snowplow – $1,391,855.00 (presented by Leroy Fleming, SRK)
• DES PSAP Lighting Project – $167,250.00 (presented by Ross Coates, KMP)

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved ten procurement contracts covering uniforms, a mobile sound stage, dredging, equipment repairs, analyzers, a transit truck, a wheel loader, and emergency radios. All motions were approved with one member absent. Each contract follows the county code Section 41‑25.

• Approved up to $100,000 uniform contract to Chesapeake Uniform Rental (unanimous)
• Approved $163,346 purchase of a ShowMaster MSM2400 mobile sound stage from Century Industries (unanimous)
• Approved $391,600 dredging contract to Ray Nornes, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved change order up to $215,000 for screw press maintenance to Schwing Bioset (unanimous)
• Approved $139,480 purchase of two ChemScan analyzers from In‑Situ (unanimous)
• Approved $84,544 purchase of a 2026 Ford F350 truck from Apple Ford (unanimous)
• Approved $201,836.95 purchase of a 2026 John Deere 544P wheel loader from James River Equipment (unanimous)
• Approved up to $5,000,000 annual contract for wireless radios to Motorola Solutions (unanimous)

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board will review the annual audit and hear reports from the Director of Nursing, the Administrator, and the Director of Business Operations. It will also discuss several old and new business items, including a PAP review, a GNA program update, a capital projects update on elevators, and a tradename discussion. No formal decisions beyond routine approvals are indicated.

• Annual Audit Review — Judy Schiavi, CPA MBA, Schiavi, Wallace & Rowe
• Nursing Report from Director of Nursing
• Capital Projects Update — Elevators
• PAP Review/Discussion
• GNA Program Update

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will meet to review the Tier III Comes Family Subdivision. The board will also approve minutes from the November 2025 meeting.

• Tier III - Comes Family Subdivision Review

The Planning Advisory Board approved an amended summary of the November 2025 meeting. No new information was received on the Comes Family Subdivision, so it remains on the agenda. Discussions on ADU legislation, agricultural accessory uses, solar on preserve land, and other topics were noted but no actions were taken.

• Approved amended summary of November 2025 PAB meeting

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will meet to approve minutes from recent meetings and review decisions for three pending complaints. The session is closed to the public.

• Approve minutes from September 16, 2025
• Approve minutes from October 23, 2025
• Approve minutes from November 6, 2025
• Review and approve decision for Complaint 25-08
• Review and approve decision for Complaint 25-05

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs will approve the November meeting minutes. Members will review reports from recent veteran events and discuss upcoming activities such as Christmas parties and Wreaths Across America. Committee reports on the Veterans Resource Fair 2025 and the Strategic Plan Workgroup will be presented. The meeting will also include updates from commission members and a period for visitor comments.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes – November meeting
• Review of past event reports (e.g., MOAA Poster and Essay Awards, Towson Football Hometown Heroes Day, Marine Corps Birthday, Veterans Breakfast, Perry Point Resource Fair, Veterans Day Parade)
• Upcoming events: Children’s Christmas Party at American Legion Post 47 (Dec 6) and VFW Post 10146 (Dec 13); Wreaths Across America at multiple cemeteries (Dec 13)
• Committee reports on Veterans Resource Fair 2025
• Strategic Plan Workgroup update

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs approved the minutes from the November meeting. The motion was made by Warline Bryant and seconded by Ryan Richardson. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

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

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will discuss two pending applications. The Quirauk Peak Solar project, a 2 MW AC community solar facility on 53.85 acres at Federal Hill Road, is listed as postponed. The committee will also consider a commercial redevelopment of an existing Pizza Hut into a 7 Brew Coffee shop with drive‑thru on 0.46 acres at the north side of E. Churchville Road.

• Quirauk Peak Solar – 2 MW AC community solar system, ~53.85 acres, located south of Federal Hill Road (MD 165) between Saint Clair Bridge Road and Midsummer Lane/Mt. Horeb Road; status: postponed
• 7 Brew Coffee – redevelopment of former Pizza Hut into coffee shop with drive‑thru, ~0.46 acres, B1 zoning, located north of E. Churchville Road (MD 22) west of Moores Mill Road

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the 7 Brew Coffee commercial redevelopment proposal and recorded comments from the Soil Conservation District, Health Department, Water & Sewer, Engineering, and State Highway. No vote or formal approval was recorded; the committee noted required permits, erosion and storm‑water plans, and traffic study needs.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a draft historic context for the Oakington Peninsula Park System and discuss the America 250 Harford initiative. The body will also approve minutes from November 5, 2025, and set goals for 2026.

• Review Mt. Zion Church Bell Tower (COA-2025-03)
• Review Oakington Peninsula Park System Historic Context Draft
• Discuss America 250 Harford
• Approve November 5, 2025 minutes
• Set 2026 HPC Goals & Objectives

The commission approved the November 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the staff recommendation to reconstruct the Mt. Zion Church bell tower, including deconstruction and rebuilding with historic materials, by a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation for Mt. Zion Church bell tower reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (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

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will approve prior meeting minutes and receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office, Harford Transit, fire safety officials, and county council members. The board will also review community questions and issues before adjourning. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Guest speaker Gary Blazinsky – Harford Transit
• Fire Safety Report – Ron Sollod
• Review of community issues and questions

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The Harford County People’s Counsel Citizens Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 25, 2025 was cancelled. Consequently, no items were discussed, approved, or decided. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the same location.

Audit Advisory Board

The board received updates on the FY2026 audit plan, noting five completed projects and a delayed insurance audit. It was informed that the County's 2025 financial statements received an unmodified (clean) audit opinion. The board also heard reports on grant‑in‑aid controls, investment controls, and a procurement director exit audit, all of which were found satisfactory. No votes or new actions were taken.

• Approved prior meeting notes via email (no changes, no vote recorded)

Commission for Women

The Commission for Women will meet to receive a presentation from Linda Alouch of Hope Works Global. The body will review committee updates and discuss initiatives for 2026.

• Guest speaker Linda Alouch, Founder of Hope Works Global
• Discussion of initiatives for 2026
• Updates from the Governance, Legislative, and Visibility committees

The Commission unanimously approved the October 27, 2025 minutes. It authorized keeping its Facebook page, set the date and venue for the 2026 Leading Women event, opened applications for the program, and assigned flower ordering to Harford Tech High School. Additional tasks include reviewing by‑laws and soliciting sponsors for the event.

• Approved 10/27/25 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Authorized the commission to retain its Facebook page
• Scheduled Harford County Leading Women event for March 7, 2026 at Maryland Golf and Country Club
• Launched applications for Leading Women program (live 11/26/25) with deadline Jan 20, 2026
• Assigned flower ordering for the event to Harford Tech High School
• Directed Meg Deem to send sponsor solicitation flyer to board members
• Tasked Governance Committee to review commission By‑Laws

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review the October 16, 2025 minutes and hear reports from the chairman and the deputy director. It will discuss ongoing items including a collaboration with Legal Aid on eight renters‑rights education modules and an update on overbearing HOAs and property management companies in PG County. The commission will also set this year’s priorities, such as expanding renter and landlord rights, homelessness services, financial and technology literacy, and community partnership events.

• Review of October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of collaboration with Legal Aid on eight renters‑rights education modules
• Update on overbearing HOAs and property management companies in PG County
• Presentation of new priorities: renter/landlord rights, homelessness, financial literacy, technology literacy, and community events
• Consideration of a social work program partnership in the Magnolia area

The Human Relations Commission deferred approval of the October 16, 2025 minutes, stating they will wait for the final copy at the December meeting. No other actions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and discussion of upcoming initiatives.

• Approval of October 16 minutes postponed (held until December meeting)

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will consider several land‑use requests, including tenant houses, a farm wedding venue, and facility additions. It will discuss a proposal to relocate two existing dwellings on Winter’s Run Farm, LLC property. The meeting also includes program updates and a discussion of a possible 1:1 land swap.

• Review request from the Huber Family for a tenant house (County)
• Review request from Winter’s Run Farm, LLC to relocate 2 pre‑existing dwellings (MALPF)
• Review request from Winter’s Run Farm, LLC for 2 kennel facilities (MALPF)
• Review request from Harford Hills Farm for a wedding venue (County)
• Discussion about the potential for a 1:1 land swap (County)

At its November 20, 2025 meeting, the Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board approved multiple requests related to farm properties. The board unanimously approved tenant‑house requests for the Huber family, Vineyard Farm, and Winters Run Farm, approved relocation of dwellings and two kennel facilities at Winters Run Farm, approved a wedding venue at Harford Hills, approved ground‑mounted solar for the Wloczewski farm, and approved the Reeves family’s parcel‑combination request. The board also received updates on MALPF, county, and Rural Legacy easements but took no further action.

• Approved Huber family tenant house request (unanimous)
• Approved Vineyard Farm tenant house request (unanimous)
• Approved relocation of two dwellings for Winters Run Farm (unanimous)
• Approved two kennel facilities at Winters Run Farm (unanimous)
• Approved Harford Hills wedding venue request (unanimous)
• Approved ground‑mounted solar for Wloczewski family farm (unanimous)
• Approved Reeves family parcel combination request (unanimous)

Local Management Board

The Board of Directors will review a strategic plan focused on organizational capacity, youth enrichment, and family stability. The meeting includes a staffing update and a discussion on GOC Fiscal Mapping.

• Staffing update by Nathan Holmes
• GOC Fiscal Mapping discussion
• Strategic Plan goals for community-based organizations, youth enrichment, and family stability
• Case Management Committee update
• Bridges Out of Poverty response

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Department of Social Services Advisory Board will meet to review director and chair reports and discuss goals for 2026. The board is also addressing board member recruitment and various committee reports.

• Discussion of 2026 goals and fundraising goals
• Status of recruitment for new board members
• Action item for $1000 Food Pantry committee assignments
• Adult Services Christmas Sponsorship
• Planning for August 2026 Backpack Giveaway

The board unanimously approved the October 23, 2025 minutes. It then voted unanimously to not sponsor Adult Protective Services (APS) clients for the holiday season. The mini‑golf fundraiser was tabled. The committee approved several holiday office activities, including gingerbread house decorating, an ugly sweater contest, a cookie fundraiser, movies, and trivia.

• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Unanimously voted not to sponsor Adult Protective Services clients this holiday season
• Mini‑Golf fundraiser motion tabled
• Approved holiday office activities (gingerbread houses, ugly sweaters, cookie fundraiser, movies, trivia)
• Approved $1,000 allocation to keep the food pantry stocked (2026 goal)
• Board will revisit APS sponsorship in the future

Churchville / Creswell / Fountain Green CAB

The Churchville/Creswell/Fountain Green Community Advisory Board will receive a presentation from the Sheriff’s Office (Captain David McDougall), a talk by Kristin Kirkwood of the Harford Land Trust, and reports from County Council members and Legislative Affairs. The meeting will also include a new‑business segment for community issues and questions before adjourning.

• Sheriff’s Office presentation by Captain David McDougall
• Speaker Kristin Kirkwood, Executive Director, Harford Land Trust
• Council Update from Cynthia Lince
• County Council District D update by Councilman James Reilly
• County Council District E update by Councilwoman Jessica Tsottles‑Boyles

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Jarrettsville/Norrisville Community Advisory Board will hear presentations on a Whiteford Tractor Supply Company development and the Quirauk Peak Solar project, a public safety report from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office, and a community interest presentation from the Office of Community Services. The board will also review legislative updates on ADU legislation and Maryland redistricting, and receive updates on BGE projects. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting consists of reports, presentations, and public comments.

• Whiteford Tractor Supply Company Development Project and Quirauk Peak Solar – Federal Hill Road
• Public Safety Report – Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Precinct (Capt. Robert Royster)
• Community Interest Presentation – Office of Community Services, Office on Aging (Andrea Pomilla)
• Legislative Watch – ADU legislation and Maryland redistricting initiative (Aimee O’Neill)
• Old Business – BGE Projects (Patti Hankins)

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will vote to approve the agenda, discuss case reflections and lessons learned as needed, review and deliberate on cases, handle other committee business, and confirm the next meeting on 12/2/2025 at 6:30 pm.

• Approve agenda (vote)
• Case reflection/lessons learned discussion
• Case review and deliberation
• Other committee business
• Confirm next meeting on 12/2/2025 at 6:30 pm

The Administrative Charging Committee approved its agenda and the October 28 minutes without objection. The members voted unanimously to close the session and then reviewed case #25-027 from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. They voted 4‑0 to deem Allegation #1 (racial profiling) not sustained, Allegation #2 (excessive force) exonerated, and Allegation #3 (discourteous conduct) unfounded. The next meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. EST.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session (unanimous)
• Allegation #1 (racial profiling) not sustained (4-0)
• Allegation #2 (excessive force) exonerated (4-0)
• Allegation #3 (discourteous conduct) unfounded (4-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for 12/2/2025 at 6:30 p.m. EST

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will open with remarks, approve the previous meeting's members, receive a public safety report, hear updates from the sheriff’s office, volunteer fire and ambulance service, the county executive, council president, council member, and board of education, and then hold a community discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Call to Order / Opening Remarks by Stephanie Flasch
• Approval of October 29, 2025 FCAB Members
• Public Safety Report (Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.)
• Reports from Agencies and Officials (County Executive, Council President, Council Member, Board of Education)
• Community Discussion with comments from citizens

The Fallston Community Advisory Board approved the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting. Council President Vincenti announced the approval of 20 agricultural preservation easements. No other substantive motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved 10/29/25 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 20 agricultural preservation easements (announced by Council President Vincenti)

Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board

The Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board will meet on November 18, 2025 at the Harford County Ag Center. The board will hear the director’s report, the agricultural coordinator’s report, and updates on the USDA processing facility, the farmers market year‑end report, and the Harford Certified Farms taskforce. A special presentation by Tyler Hough of the Maryland Farm Bureau will also be given. The meeting will conclude with scheduling of future events and social gatherings.

• USDA Processing Facility
• Farmers Market End of Year Report
• Harford Certified Farms Taskforce Introduction
• MDA Statewide Guidance Document
• Special Presentation by Tyler Hough, Maryland Farm Bureau

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to review the October 2025 meeting summary and receive county updates. The meeting includes a presentation by Brigitte Carty, Executive Director of the Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway.

• Presentation by Brigitte Carty, Executive Director, Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will vote on a series of procurement items, ranging from uniforms and a mobile stage to bridge rehabilitation and boiler replacements. The agenda includes a $5,000,000.00 wireless radios and accessories contract, the largest single purchase. Other items total over $1.2 million and cover equipment, maintenance, and infrastructure projects.

• $5,000,000.00 – Wireless radios and accessories (presented by Randy Cunningham)
• $201,836.95 – New 2026 John Deere 544P Wheel Loader (presented by Leroy Fleming)
• $303,283.81 – Rehabilitation of Bridge H-0100 St. Clair Bridge Road over Deer Creek (presented by Matt Miller)
• $395,800.00 – Office on Aging and Facilities Operations boiler replacements (presented by Drew White)
• $139,480.00 – ChemScan analyzers for wastewater (presented by Christopher Younger)

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will open with introductions, approve the October 2025 meeting minutes, and review a Capital Improvement Program memo. The board will discuss the Tier III Comes Family Subdivision proposal. Additional items include any old or other business and a period for public comment.

• Approval of October 2025 minutes
• Review of CIP Memo
• Discussion of Tier III – Comes Family Subdivision
• Old Business
• Other Business

The board approved the summary of the October 2025 meeting and approved the submitted CIP memo. The Tier III Comes Family Subdivision was discussed; the board will await the environmental review and provide written recommendations at the December meeting. The board noted upcoming changes to Critical Area Commission authority and set the next meeting for December 10.

• Approved October 2025 meeting summary
• Approved CIP memo

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board received a director's report on grant awards and business initiatives and a presentation on the Department of Economic Development's strategic plan. The meeting included a testimonial from a local business owner regarding the use of the EDOF loan program for renovations.

• 11 small businesses received Energizing Small Business grants of $20,000 each
• RFP launched for a Military Installation Readiness Review totaling $520,000
• GBC submitted a $25.5 million grant application to the EDA for Tech Hub Phase 3
• TEDCO awarded a $1 million Equitech grant to Brightwave
• Proposed Enterprise Zone approvals for properties at 1621 Clark Rd, 1311 Brass Mill Road, and 1301 Governor's Court

HVAC Mechanical Board

The Harford County Mechanical Board will review and adopt the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. It will follow up on R454 refrigerant and equipment. A closed session will be held to discuss a contractor performing work without required permits. The board will also hold a Q&A on new refrigerants and equipment availability and review the updated Draft Rules and Regulations with comments from DILP Director Rich Truitt.

• Review and adopt minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting
• Follow‑up on R454 refrigerant and equipment
• Closed‑session discussion of contractor work done without required permits
• Q&A on new refrigerants and equipment availability
• Review of updated Draft Rules and Regulations with input from Rich Truitt

Police Accountability Board

The Police Accountability Board will approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive reports from the Administrative Charging Committee and the board chair, hear comments from agencies, board members, and the public, and discuss scheduling and location for upcoming meetings before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes
• Administrative Charging Committee Report
• PAB Chair Report
• Comments from agencies, board members, and the public
• Discussion of future meeting dates and location

The Police Accountability Board unanimously approved the minutes from its previous meeting. Agency representatives reported upcoming and completed cases for ACC review. The board tentatively scheduled its 2025 and 2026 meetings on specific dates. The meeting adjourned at 5:44 PM.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tentatively scheduled 2025 meetings: Jan 21, Jan 28, Apr 22, Jul 22, Oct 28
• Tentatively scheduled 2026 meetings: Jan 27, Apr 28, Jul 28, Oct 27

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will meet in a closed session on November 6, 2025. It will approve the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting, consider a motion to close the session under Maryland General Provision § 3-305(b)(7)&(13), review Opinion 25-02, and discuss Complaint 25-08. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from July 24, 2025 meeting
• Motion to close session per MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(7)&(13)
• Review Opinion 25-02
• Discuss Complaint 25-08
• Adjournment

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs will vote to approve the September meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on assistance requests, reports on past events and projects such as the Veteran Discount Guide and the Patriot Program, and a guest presentation. Members will discuss a series of upcoming Veterans Day events scheduled from November 7 to November 15. New business and committee reports will also be presented, though no specific actions are detailed.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Guest presentation
• Report on Veteran Discount Guide project
• Report on America 250 Celebrations project
• Discussion of upcoming Veterans Day events (Nov 7‑15) at various locations

The commission approved the October meeting minutes. The Spirit of Thanks event scheduled for November 5 was postponed to spring. A proposal to give the Veterans Commission its own budget was tabled for further investigation. No vote counts were recorded for these actions.

• Approved October meeting minutes (motion by Jim Ports, seconded by John Favara)
• Postponed Spirit of Thanks event to spring
• Tabled separate Veterans Commission budget proposal for further investigation

Administrative Charging Committee

The Harford County Administrative Charging Committee will approve its agenda, discuss case reflections and lessons learned, and review pending cases. It will also address any other committee business and confirm the date and time of its next meeting.

• Approve agenda (vote)
• Case reflection/lessons learned discussion
• Case review and deliberation
• Other committee business
• Confirm next meeting on 11/25/2025 at 6:30 pm

The committee completed its review of three cases from the Aberdeen Police Department and the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. In each case the members voted unanimously (3‑0) on every allegation. All allegations were either not sustained, unfounded, or exonerated, resulting in no administrative charges.

• Case 25-024 allegation 1 (Unbecoming Conduct) not sustained (3‑0)
• Case 25-025 allegation 1 (Unbecoming Conduct) unfounded (3‑0)
• Case 25-026 allegation 1 (Excessive Force) exonerated (3‑0)
• Case 25-026 allegation 2 (Body‑Worn Camera Violation) unfounded (3‑0)
• Case 25-026 allegation 3 (Integrity) unfounded (3‑0)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review four development proposals, including a lot line adjustment and a new coffee shop, while two previously submitted Sheetz plans have been withdrawn.

• Withdrawn: Sheetz Aberdeen Preliminary Plan
• Withdrawn: Sheetz Aberdeen Site Plan
• Comes Family Subdivision: 18 single-family lots
• 7 Brew Coffee Edgewood: Drive-thru coffee shop
• Lot line adjustment of parcels 508 and 539

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed Comes Family Subdivision (Plan No. P459-2025) for 18 single‑family lots on 47.5 acres. Committee members from Fire, Soil Conservation, Health, Water & Sewer, and Engineering identified numerous required actions, including a revised plan with labeled contours, septic reserve details, storm‑water management plans, grading permit, and easement specifications. The Health Department noted the plan is incomplete and must show additional septic and well setbacks; the Engineering division required sediment control, storm‑water, and road design approvals. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve minutes, discuss 2026 meeting dates, and review a draft report on Maryland cemeteries. The body will also address correspondence regarding a T-Mobile project and Amtrak right-of-way.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 minutes
• 2026 Meeting Dates and Submission Deadlines
• MD Inventory of Cemeteries & Burial Sites Workgroup Draft Report Comments
• Harford County African American Heritage Grant Extended – Quarter 12 Reports
• Section 106 Correspondence: T-Mobile Project 7BAN221B at 1616 S. Fountain Green Road

The commission approved the October 2025 meeting minutes without dissent. It then unanimously approved the scheduled dates and submission deadlines for the 2026 meetings. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates and submission deadlines (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Harford County Board of Electrical Examiners will consider selecting examination dates and proctors for the 2026 calendar year. The Board will discuss Copper Clad Aluminum Wire. It will review the updated Rules and Regulations, including registration type definitions, with comments from Rich Truitt, Director of DILP. The meeting will also consider approval of the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting.

• Select examination dates and proctors for the 2026 calendar year
• Discuss Copper Clad Aluminum Wire
• Review updated Rules and Regulations and registration type definitions
• Rich Truitt, Director of DILP, to comment on final steps for rule approval
• Approve minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting

The Harford County Electrical Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. It selected the 2026 examination dates as January 28, May 19 (changed from May 20), and September 30, and confirmed that the proctors will remain the same. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 4, 2025 Board meeting minutes
• Selected 2026 exam date: January 28, 2026
• Selected 2026 exam date: May 19, 2026 (changed from May 20)
• Selected 2026 exam date: September 30, 2026
• Confirmed proctors will remain the same for the 2026 exams

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will consider approving a series of contracts that have met all procurement procedures. Items include services such as printing, ambulance billing, roof replacement for the Transit LINK facility, HVAC maintenance, and software licenses. Each contract lists a not‑to‑exceed amount and the presenting agency.

• Printing and Mailing Services – $160,000.00
• Ambulance Billing Services – $200,000.00
• Harford Transit LINK Facility Roof Replacement – $336,687.96
• HVAC Maintenance, Repair, and Inspection Services – $312,000.00
• Veeam Software – $60,000.50

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved seven contracts, each with a specified vendor and maximum dollar amount. Contracts include HVAC maintenance up to $935,000 per year, field renovation services up to $1,500,000 per year, a road‑stripper purchase for $488,398.60, a sheriff’s office NetCloud renewal for $61,532.83, a Laserfiche Rio upgrade for $119,789.10 total, Tenable One cybersecurity software for $50,624, and a Cisco SMARTnet service for $277,296.35. All motions were approved by unanimous consent with one member absent.

• Approved HVAC maintenance contract up to $935,000 per year (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved field renovation services contract up to $1,500,000 per year (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved purchase of 2026 MB Line Striper for $488,398.60 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved HCSO Cradlepoint NetCloud renewal for $61,532.83 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Laserfiche Rio upgrade change order total $119,789.10 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Tenable One cybersecurity software purchase for $50,624.00 (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Cisco SMARTnet service contract for $277,296.35 (unanimous, one absent)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire Safety. Guest speaker Raj Goel from the Department of Economic Development will present. The meeting includes updates from County Council and Delegate representatives.

• Presentation by Raj Goel, Dept. of Economic Development
• Sheriff’s Office-Community Policing Report
• Fire Safety Report by Ron Sollod
• County Council updates from Nolanda Robert and Alison Imhoff
• Delegate updates from Andre Johnson and Lauren Arikan

The November 3, 2025 Edgewood/Joppa Community Advisory Board meeting consisted of reports on police activity, a grant for business façade improvements, updates on cameras, traffic studies, and community events. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or resolutions were adopted. Upcoming items such as a public hearing on agricultural preservation and a resolution on Days Cove were noted for future sessions.

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will convene to receive reports from the Harford County Sheriff's Office and Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co., as well as a presentation from the Health Department. The meeting will also include updates from county officials and a public discussion period.

• Public Safety Report: Sheriff's Office and Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.
• Health Department presentation: Lauren Levy, JD, MPH Health Officer
• Updates from County Executive Office: Matt Button
• Updates from County Council President: Pat Vincenti's Office
• Updates from Board of Education: Wade Sewell, District B

The board approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted a unanimous resolution urging Baltimore Gas and Electric to address all landowner issues related to the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project. The board approved agricultural preservation for 41.3 acres in Joppa and 1.5 acres on Pleasantville Road. County Council announced it will not meet on Veterans Day.

• Approved 9/24/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Passed unanimous resolution urging BGE to resolve all landowner issues for Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Project
• Approved agricultural preservation of 41.3 acres in Joppa
• Approved agricultural preservation of 1.5 acres on Pleasantville Road
• County Council will not meet on Veterans Day

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will consider four pending case applications during the December 3, 2025 hearing. The board will also provide an update on the People's Counsel and discuss any cases on layover. New business includes proposing the schedule for 2026 meetings. The chairman will announce the next meeting date for November 25, 2025.

• Review of Applications – No. 6038 (Jeffrey & Maryann Clark) – hearing Dec 3, 2025
• Review of Applications – No. 6039 (Brad Prevatt & Sarah Mease) – hearing Dec 3, 2025
• Review of Applications – No. 6040 (Richard Brooks, II) – hearing Dec 3, 2025
• Review of Applications – No. 6041 (Community Baptist Church of Joppa) – date to be announced
• Proposed schedule for 2026 meetings

The board unanimously approved the September 23, 2025 minutes. No action was taken on variance applications 6038, 6039, and 6041. A motion to have People’s Counsel enter case 6040 was made by Mrs. LaBarre, seconded by Mr. Norman, and carried 6‑0. The board approved the 2026 meeting schedule and set the next meeting for November 25, 2025.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on case 6038 (garage variance at 1040 Old Pylesville Rd)
• No action taken on case 6039 (pool variance at 1612 Hempstead Ct)
• Motion to enter case 6040 (garage variance at 522 Westview Rd) carried 6‑0
• No action taken on case 6041 (church variance at 303 Philadelphia Rd)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates
• Scheduled next meeting for Nov 25, 2025 at 220 South Main St, Bel Air

Administrative Charging Committee

The committee will approve its agenda, discuss case reflections and lessons learned, review and deliberate on cases, handle other committee business, and confirm the next meeting date. No substantive contracts, rezoning, or budget items are on the agenda.

• Approve agenda (vote)
• Case reflection/lessons learned discussion
• Case review and deliberation
• Other committee business
• Confirm next meeting on 11/11/2025 at 6:30 pm

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to receive reports from its employment, legislative, accessibility, and membership committees. The body will discuss the COD Annual Report, Sensory Santa, and a community conversation on career and financial planning.

• Presentation of applicants for Commission vacancies
• Discussion of COD Annual Report
• Planning for Sensory Santa
• Career and Financial Planning Community Conversation
• Guest appearance by Senator J. B. Jennings and staff

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed session on October 23, 2025. The board will consider and vote on Complaint Decision 25-06 and Complaint Decision 26-07. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the September 10, 2025 minutes and a motion to close the session under state law.

• Approve minutes from September 10, 2025 meeting
• Motion to close session in accordance with MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(7)&(13)
• Review and approve Complaint Decision 25-06
• Review and approve Complaint Decision 26-07

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Nursing Home Board of Harford County will meet to review nursing, administrative, and financial reports. The board will discuss the status of board members and updates regarding the GNA Program and elevators.

• Monthly Financial Report/Audit Update
• Capital Projects Update regarding elevators
• GNA Program update
• Tradename discussion update
• Board member status

The Citizens Care Board approved the minutes from the September 25 meeting. Reports on infection control, staffing, census, finances, and elevator conditions were presented and discussed. The board received information on a personnel issue, filed a complaint with the Maryland Board of Physicians, and confirmed that notice had been given to all parties. The meeting was adjourned at 11:54 a.m.

• Approved September 25 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Harford County Department of Social Services Advisory Board will approve the previous meeting minutes, receive reports from the chair, director and committees, and discuss recruitment of new board members, committee assignments, and staff picnic basket donations. New business includes a discussion of H.R. 1 and an open discussion of 2026 goals. Old business covers a handbook update and a mini‑golf fundraiser. Action items focus on finalizing committee assignments.

• Approval of minutes
• Discussion of H.R. 1 (new business)
• Handbook update (old business)
• Mini‑golf fundraiser (old business)
• Committee assignments (general discussion and action item)

The advisory board approved the September 25 minutes and a change to the agenda. It unanimously authorized $1,000 to keep the food pantry stocked and approved a motion to sponsor adult services for Christmas, decorate the children’s playroom, and co‑sponsor a community backpack giveaway for 2026. Jim Kuterbach was appointed chair of the finance committee and Dan Rusin was appointed chair of the events and fundraising committee.

• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda change to remove staff picnic baskets (unanimous)
• Approved release of $1,000 for pantry stocking (unanimous)
• Approved motion to sponsor adult services for Christmas, decorate playroom, co‑sponsor backpack giveaway, and provide $1,000 for pantry (unanimous)
• Appointed Jim Kuterbach as chair of the finance committee
• Appointed Dan Rusin as chair of the events and fundraising committee

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will meet to discuss county updates and review the July 15, 2025 meeting summary. The session includes a presentation on the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan.

• Presentation by Mimi Sanford (DNR Wildlife and Heritage Service) on the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan
• Review and approval of July 15, 2025 meeting summary

The board voted to approve the July 2025 meeting summary. No other formal actions, votes, or resolutions were recorded during the October 21, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of presentations and departmental updates.

• Approved July 2025 meeting summary

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates will approve the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes and consider several contract expenditures. Items include a $200,000 HVAC maintenance contract, a $1,500,000 field renovation program for athletic ball diamonds, and a $488,398.60 contract for a new 2026 MB line striping. Additional contracts cover network renewal, software upgrades, and IT support services.

• Field Renovation Program for Athletic and Ball Diamonds – $1,500,000.00
• HVAC Maintenance, Repair, and Inspection Services – $200,000.00
• New 2026 MB Line Striper – $488,398.60
• SMARTnet Renewal – $277,296.35
• HCSO CradlePoint NetCloud Renewal – $61,532.83

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved nine contract awards, including a $9,925,968.62 fleet maintenance contract with Transdev Fleet Services. Other approvals covered network equipment, IBM software, Medicare Advantage coverage, and various service contracts. All motions passed with one member vacancy.

• Approved $172,641 Cisco network interface modules contract (unanimous)
• Approved $87,484.32 per year IBM mainframe software renewal (unanimous)
• Approved $9,925,968.62 fleet maintenance contract with Transdev (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #9 up to $332,298.67 per month for fleet services (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 up to $70,000 for fuel site card readers (unanimous)
• Approved $2,900,000 per year Medicare Advantage contract with United Healthcare (unanimous)
• Approved $135,000 per year congregate meals contract with Watson Hall Partners (unanimous)
• Approved $380,000 per year elevator maintenance contract with Delaware Elevator (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review the September 18, 2025 minutes and receive reports from the chairman and coordinator. It will address old business items such as the renters’ rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules and an update on overbearing HOAs in PG County. The meeting will then consider new business outlining the commission’s priorities for the year, including renter and landlord rights, homelessness, technology and financial literacy, and community resource development. No decisions are indicated; the agenda lists topics for discussion.

• Review of September 18, 2025 minutes (Agenda Item II)
• Coordinator’s Report on HelloHarford! event (Agenda Item IV.A)
• Old Business: Renters’ Rights collaboration with Legal Aid on eight modules (Agenda Item V.A)
• Old Business: Update on overbearing HOAs/property management companies in PG County (Agenda Item V.B)
• New Business: Presentation of this year’s priorities covering renter/landlord rights, homelessness, technology literacy, and community resource initiatives (Agenda Item VI.A)

The Harford County Human Relations Commission met on October 16, 2025. The commission approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; members discussed several topics and set priorities for the coming year.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will review and approve the September meeting minutes, evaluate two public event requests, receive updates on the MALPF program and county initiatives, and hear updates on the Deer Creek Rural Legacy project. The board will discuss a Fall Festival request from the Skillman Family and an ag‑tourism use of a sensory garden proposed by Stone View Farm.

• Review and approval of September meeting minutes
• Review request from the Skillman Family for a Fall Festival event
• Review request from Stone View Farm for an ag‑tourism use of a Sensory Garden (MALPF)
• MALPF program update
• Deer Creek Rural Legacy updates

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board approved the September 18 meeting minutes unanimously. It also unanimously approved the Skillman family’s Fall Farm event, Stone View Farm’s sensory garden, and the Filburn family’s child lot request. All approvals were recorded as unanimous votes.

• Approved September 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Skillman family Fall Farm event (unanimous)
• Approved Stone View Farm sensory garden (unanimous)
• Approved Filburn family child lot (unanimous)

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 also receive presentations on a local brewery, the County Office on Aging, and a Legislative Watch update. Old business includes a discussion of BGE projects. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Public Safety Report – Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Precinct (Capt. Robert Royster)
• Local Business/Non-Profit presentation by Slate Brewery
• Community Interest Presentation – Harford County Office on Aging
• Old Business – BGE Projects (presented by Patti Hankins)
• Legislative Watch session

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee is reviewing Plan No. S71-2025-2 for Vale Road Park. The proposal involves developing 222.49 +/- acres into a park with ball fields, pickleball courts, and a walking trail.

• Vale Road Park development (Plan No. S71-2025-2) featuring ball fields, pickleball courts, and a walking trail
• Project site: Tax Map 48; Parcels 100 & 178, located north of Tollgate Road, south of Vale Road, and west of US Route 1

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the Vale Road Park site plan and received comments from Planning & Zoning, Public Works, Soil Conservation, Health, and other departments. The committee determined the plan cannot be approved as submitted because the proposed pickleball courts, parking lot, and practice field encroach on wetlands buffers and forest conservation easements. The Historic Preservation Commission review was deemed not required for this project.

• Vale Road Park site plan not approved as submitted (no vote recorded)
• Historic Preservation Commission review not required for the project

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and discuss case reflections and reviews. It will also address any other business and confirm the next meeting for October 28, 2025. No specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Approve Agenda (vote)
• Close Session (vote)
• Case Reflection/Lessons Learned discussion
• Case Review and Deliberation
• Confirm next meeting on 10/28/2025

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the agenda and the September 30 minutes without objection. A closed session was authorized unanimously and held to review case #25-023. In that session the committee voted 3‑0 to deem Allegation #1 for racial profiling unfounded. Members were assigned follow‑up tasks and the next meeting was scheduled for 10/28/2025.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session authorized (unanimous)
• Found allegation #1 for racial profiling unfounded (3-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for 10/28/2025

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The Harford County Community Advisory Board will meet to discuss community policing, emergency services, and county updates. The meeting includes reports from the Sheriff's Office, Fire Department, and elected officials.

• Approval of minutes
• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Fire Safety Report – Ron Sollod
• County Council updates from District B and District F
• Guest Speaker: John Richter, Harford County Department of Emergency Services

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will consider the Fiscal Year 27 budget proposals for the Sheriff’s Office, public schools, water and sewer, and parks and recreation. The board will also discuss the county Master Plan and address any old or other business items. The meeting concludes with a period for public comment.

• Fiscal Year 27 budget for the Sheriff’s Office
• Fiscal Year 27 budget for public schools
• Fiscal Year 27 budget for water and sewer services
• Fiscal Year 27 budget for parks and recreation
• Discussion of the county Master Plan

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the September 2025 meeting. The board heard updates on the fiscal year 27 budget for the Sheriff’s Office, Harford County Public Schools, Water & Sewer, and Parks & Recreation, but no further approvals or votes were recorded. The Master Plan timeline and old business topics such as ADU legislation and data center siting were discussed. The next meeting is scheduled for November 12.

• Approved September 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates is meeting to review and approve several county contracts and expenditures. The primary focus is on fleet maintenance and healthcare services.

• Fleet Maintenance Services: $9,925,968.62
• Medicare Advantage & Medicare Advantage with Prescription Drug: $2,900,000.00 NTE
• Elevator Maintenance, Repairs, and Inspections: $380,000.00 NTE
• HMAN Cat 8300: $172,641.00
• BGE Electric Utility Design Relocation Services at Bel Air S. Parkway at Tollgate Rd. Roundabout: $120,000.00 NTE

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved eight contract awards, with two members absent for each vote. Contracts cover network equipment, park field improvements, water and sewer maintenance, diesel fuel, tourism marketing, and fleet purchases. The approvals were made by motion and second from the Treasurer and the Director of Public Works. Closed‑session minutes were also approved, and two additional solicitations were ratified.

• Approved $60,742.49 award to IP DataSystems, Inc. for Cisco SFP modules (unanimous)
• Approved $898,000.00 award to Ivy Hill Nursery Co. for Hickory Park field improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 increasing water/sewer equipment maintenance contract to $1,000,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 increasing diesel fuel contract to $100,000 per year for World Fuel Services (unanimous)
• Approved $641,250.00 per year award to A. Bright Idea, LLC for tourism campaign services (unanimous)
• Approved $284,091.82 award to All Roads Kenworth, LLC for a 2026 Kenworth T480 box truck (unanimous)
• Approved $102,329.60 award to All Roads Kenworth, LLC to refurbish a 2005 Pierce Enforcer unit (unanimous)
• Approved $253,624.00 award to All Roads Kenworth, LLC for a 2026 Ford F750 crew cab (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office, Public Works, and County Health. Council members will provide updates on county and district matters. The board will also review community issues and questions. No formal decisions or actions are scheduled.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Guest speaker Joe Siemek – Public Works Director
• Guest speaker Lauren Levy – County Health Officer
• Council President’s Update – Cynthia Lince
• Review of community issues and questions

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Commission on Veterans' Affairs will review past events, approve minutes, and plan for the Veterans Resource Fair and Patriot Program. The meeting includes updates from appointed members and government officials.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Veteran Discount Guide submissions
• Veterans Day Ceremonies Notifications
• Veterans Resource Fair 2025
• Strategic Plan Workgroup

The commission approved the September meeting minutes. It tabled further work on the Patriot Program until the school district provides details. The strategic plan was put on hold so the commission can focus on creating an action plan. Tasks for the Veterans Resource Fair were assigned, including finalizing vendors, requesting a road block, picking up yard signs, and coordinating a face painter.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Jim Ports, second by Ryan Richardson)
• Tabled Patriot Program assistance for HCPS project until further outreach
• Placed Strategic Plan on hold to concentrate on an Action Plan
• Assigned Veterans Resource Fair tasks: vendors to be finalized within the week
• Requested Town of Bel Air block road for veteran drop‑off at the fair
• Chairman Brown to pick up yard signs for the fair
• Ryan Richardson to coordinate a face painter for the fair
• Chairman Brown to send letters to VSOs about America 250 event opportunities

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee will review a proposed car wash development on a 1.64-acre site north of Bel Air South Parkway. The project, submitted by Bel Air Village LLC, includes a 5,223 square foot facility.

• Review of Plan No. S388-2025 for a car wash/1.64 acres/B3 zoning
• Site located north of Bel Air South Parkway and Blue Spruce Drive
• Bel Air Village LLC submitting the proposal with Bohler Engineering

The Development Advisory Committee met on Oct. 1, 2025 to review the Auto Spa Express car‑wash project on future lot 4. Committee members and agency representatives provided comments on sediment control, health requirements, water and sewer services, and required permits. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded for the project.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission will receive updates on the Rugged Road to Revolution archaeology project and routine maintenance at the Aquila Scott House/P&R HQ (HA-370). The commission will also discuss an update on the Old Joppa archaeology project and receive broader updates from the Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review subcommittees. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Rugged Road to Revolution archaeology update – presented by Ms. Stephanie Soder, MHT
• Routine maintenance at Aquila Scott House/P&R HQ (HA-370)
• Old Joppa archaeology update (COA-2021-05/2022-05)
• Updates from Historic Site Documentation and Zoning Code Review subcommittees
• Public comments

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the September 2025 minutes. The commission agreed to recommend that the Development Advisory Committee request an archaeological review before any disturbance at the proposed Sheetz gas station and convenience store near the Griffith‑Wright House. A motion to adjourn was passed unanimously and the meeting ended at 8:20 PM.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended DAC request archaeological review of Sheetz development (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Harford County Administrative Charging Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and hold discussion. It will conduct a case reflection and lessons‑learned discussion, followed by case review and deliberation. The committee will also address other business and confirm the next meeting date.

• Approve Agenda (Vote)
• Close Session (Vote)
• Case Reflection/Lessons Learned/Discussion
• Case Review and Deliberation
• Confirm next meeting on 10/14/2025

The Administrative Charging Committee reviewed three cases in a closed session. It voted that the racial profiling allegation in case #25-021 was unfounded (3-0). It voted that the harassment allegation in case #25-022A was unfounded (3-0). It voted that the neglect of duty allegation in case #25-022B was sustained (3-0).

• Found allegation #1 of case #25-021 (racial profiling) unfounded (3-0)
• Found allegation #1 of case #25-022A (harassment) unfounded (3-0)
• Found allegation #1 of case #25-022B (neglect of duty) sustained (3-0)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved August 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session vote carried without objection (unanimous)

Local Management Board

The board will review staffing updates and a proposed strategic‑planning revision. It will discuss several ENOUGH Initiative grants, including a FY26 capacity‑building grant for the Magnolia census tract and a FY26 continuation grant (funding TBD). Additional topics include the Housing Stability Fund, case‑management efforts, and updates on juvenile‑justice reform and community‑school funding sources.

• Staffing update
• Proposed strategic‑planning update
• FY26 LMB Capacity Building Grant for Magnolia census tract
• FY26 ENOUGH Continuation Grant (funding TBD)
• FY26 ENOUGH New Communities and FY27 ENOUGH Expansion

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Nursing Home Board will meet to receive nursing, administrative, and financial reports. The board will also discuss the GNA Program, capital projects, and the organization's tradename.

• Monthly Financial Report and Audit Update
• GNA Program update
• Capital Projects review
• Tradename discussion

The board unanimously approved renewing the trade name to “Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center.” Patricia Scott‑Badeker resigned as board chair. The board voted unanimously to make Carol Lienhard the new chair, with Wendall Baxter absent for the vote. The board also voted unanimously to appoint Cathy Vincenti as vice chair, again with Baxter absent.

• Renew trade name to “Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center” (unanimous)
• Approve Carol Lienhard as Board Chair (unanimous, Baxter absent)
• Approve Cathy Vincenti as Vice Chair (unanimous, Baxter absent)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Harford County Department of Social Services Advisory Board will approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss several administrative topics. Members will review the status of recruiting new board members, committee assignments, and staff picnic basket donations, and consider an update to the board handbook. The Mini‑Golf fundraiser proposal is being tabled until September 2025.

• Mini‑Golf Fundraiser – Tabled until September 2025
• Handbook Update
• Status of recruitment of new board members
• Committee assignments
• Staff picnic basket donations

The advisory board unanimously approved the June 26, 2025 minutes. Two staff members were approved for a Voluntary Separation Package effective September 30, 2025. Jim Kuterbach was appointed chair of the finance committee, and the October meeting was moved to October 23, 2025. Members also agreed to revisit the minigolf fundraiser in October.

• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes unanimously (motion Kourtney Cluster, second Angela Mangione)
• Approved Voluntary Separation Package for two employees, retiring 9/30/2025
• Appointed Jim Kuterbach as chair of the finance committee
• Rescheduled October meeting to October 23, 2025
• Decided to revisit the minigolf fundraiser in October

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board will meet to review public safety reports and hear updates from county agencies. The meeting includes reports from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and the Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.

• Public Safety Report from Harford County Sheriff’s Office
• Public Safety Report from Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Co.
• Department of Emergency Services reports from John A. Richter and Alexander Hilber
• Reports from the County Executive Office, County Council President, and Board of Education

The Fallston Community Advisory Board approved the May 28, 2025 minutes without opposition. No new policies, contracts, or projects were approved; the meeting was then adjourned at 8:00 PM.

• Approved 5/28/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 PM (unanimous)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board will hear case presentations and discuss old business items, including a People’s Counsel update and cases on layover. New business will focus on reviewing applications. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for October 28, 2025.

• Case presentations
• People's Counsel Update (old business)
• Cases on Layover (old business)
• Review of Applications (new business)
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. A motion to have People’s Counsel enter Case No. 6037, a variance request by Tara Investment, LLC for a 72‑room hotel at 2209 & 2211 Pulaski Highway, was made by Mr. Norman, seconded by Mrs. Conway, and carried 7‑0. The next meeting was scheduled for October 28, 2025.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• People’s Counsel to enter hotel variance case (7-0)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates is meeting to review and approve several procurement contracts. The items include infrastructure improvements, vehicle purchases, and a tourism campaign.

• Hickory Park Field Improvements: $898,000.00
• Harford County Tourism Campaign: $641,250.00
• Pump, Motor, and Mechanical Equipment: $250,000.00 NTE
• New 2026 Kenworth T480 truck for DES: $284,091.82
• New 2026 Ford F750 Crew Cab: $253,624.00

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved nine procurement contracts, including a $993,757 purchase of Axon body‑worn cameras and related equipment for the Sheriff’s Office, a $392,254 ambulance, and various IT, GIS, fire protection, road, and stormwater projects. All motions were approved by unanimous vote with two members absent. The minutes of the August 19, 2025 meeting were approved by general consent.

• Approved $392,254 ambulance contract for Department of Emergency Services (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $72,539.10 Laserfiche software renewal and $57,313.10 future renewals (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $361,089.94 GIS planimetric and LIDAR data contract (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $753,022.02 Varonis cybersecurity software contract (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $993,757 Axon body‑worn camera and equipment contract (year one) for Sheriff’s Office (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved up to $155,000 annual fire sprinkler services contract (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $2,066,800 road resurfacing contract for Carsins Run Road (unanimous, 2 absent)
• Approved $2,227,000 stream restoration contract in Belcamp (unanimous, 2 absent)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to receive committee reports and review applicants for commission vacancies. The body will also review the COD Annual Report and discuss upcoming events including Sensory Santa.

• Presentation of applicants for Commission vacancies
• Review of the COD Annual Report
• Discussion of Sensory Santa
• Updates on Fall Nature Social Groups and Safety Sidekick Night

Human Relations Commission

The Harford County Human Relations Commission will approve the May 15 minutes, hear reports on membership, vacancies, applications and two discrimination complaints, and consider old‑business items on renters' rights with the school system and Office on Aging and concerns about overbearing HOAs and property‑management firms. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of the commission’s priorities for the coming year.

• Renters’ Rights collaboration with HCPS/Office on Aging
• Discussion of overbearing HOAs/property management companies
• Review of two discrimination complaints
• Review of one HRC vacancy
• Setting this year’s priorities

The commission approved the May 15, 2025 minutes. Members discussed renters' rights, homelessness, HOA issues, and strategic priorities, but no formal actions were taken on those topics. A motion to adjourn was made and confirmed, ending the meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes
• Motion to adjourn approved

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Harford County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board will consider several items at its September 18 meeting. It will review and approve the August meeting minutes and examine a request from the Filburn family for a child lot under the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Fund. The board will also discuss the use of easements for Bed and Breakfast operations, an outreach plan, and provide updates on the MALPF program, county programs, and the Deer Creek Rural Legacy project.

• Review and approval of August meeting minutes
• Review a request from the Filburn family for a child lot (MALPF)
• Discussion on Bed and Breakfast use on easements
• Discussion on Outreach Plan
• Deer Creek Rural Legacy updates

The board approved the minutes from the August 21 meeting unanimously. The board also approved the Filburn family’s request for a child lot, with the panhandle running along the property edge, unanimously. No other actions were decided during the meeting.

• Approved August 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Filburn family child lot request with panhandle design (unanimous)

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The Jarrettsville/Norrisville/Whiteford Community Advisory Board will hold its September 17, 2025 meeting to review a public safety report from the Harford County Sheriff’s Office, hear a presentation from local business Atlantic Tractor, and discuss updates on BGE projects. The agenda also includes a legislative watch, a community interest presentation from the County Department of Emergency Services, and community reports on 4‑H, parks and recreation, and other events. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Safety Report – Harford County Sheriff’s Office (Northern Precinct)
• Local Business Presentation – Atlantic Tractor
• Old Business – BGE Projects
• Legislative Watch
• Community Reports – 4‑H, Parks and Recreation, Community Events

Advisory Board on Aging

The Harford County Advisory Board on Aging will meet via Zoom to approve the minutes from its June 18 2025 meeting, receive a presentation, hear announcements, and listen to an Administrator’s Report from K. Winkowski. The session will conclude with adjournment and scheduling of the next meeting for December 19 2025.

• Approval of June 18 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation (topic not specified)
• Announcements (details not specified)
• Administrator’s Report by K. Winkowski
• Scheduling of next meeting on December 19 2025

The board did not reach a quorum, so the approval of the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes will be handled electronically. No other formal actions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The meeting provided updates on aging programs, upcoming events, and staffing, but these were informational only.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 minutes to be conducted electronically (no vote recorded)

Towing Appeals Board

The Harford County Towing Appeals Board will consider and approve the public hearing minutes from September 27, 2025. A report will be given by Scott Schott, the Department of Inspections, Licenses, and Permits coordinator for licensed towing companies. The board will discuss new rules and regulations for electric cars, covering removal, handling, towing, and storage. The meeting will include public comment and a next‑meeting announcement.

• Approval of public hearing minutes from September 27, 2025
• Report from the Department of Inspections, Licenses, and Permits on licensed towing companies
• Discussion of electric‑car towing and storage rules and regulations
• Public comment period
• Announcement of next meeting and adjournment

Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive reports from the Director of Economic Development and the Agricultural Coordinator. The agenda includes a discussion on a USDA Processing Facility and policy development. Members will also provide subcommittee and agency updates.

• USDA Processing Facility discussion
• Policy Development/Overview of Session/Briefing
• Director's Report from Karen Holt
• Agricultural Coordinator's Report from Kimmi Doran

Economic Development Agricultural Advisory Board

The board approved the May 21, 2025 minutes and noted recent personnel changes. Members discussed the USDA meat‑processing facility project, including ownership models and a funding proposal from Providence Strategies, LLC. The director reported a procurement RFP for Hello Harford marketing support, with Board of Estimates approval slated for September 23, and announced a $200,000 grant for façade improvements on Edgewood Road and Pulaski Highway. The Finance Committee will review Ag Education and Outreach Grant applications, and the board noted upcoming legislative monitoring and a posted Nutrient Management Advisory position.

• Review of Providence Strategies, LLC funding proposal for USDA meat‑processing facility
• Procurement RFP for marketing support and media placement for Hello Harford (Board of Estimates approval Sep 23)
• $200,000 grant secured for façade improvements on Edgewood Road and Pulaski Highway
• Finance Committee to review Ag Education and Outreach Grant applications
• Nutrient Management Advisory position posted

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

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed session on September 16, 2025. The board will move to close the meeting under Maryland General Provision § 3‑305(b)(7)&(13). It will then discuss Complaint 25‑05.

• Motion to close session under MD Gen Prov § 3‑305(b)(7)&(13)
• Discussion of Complaint 25‑05

Commission for Women

The Harford County Commission for Women will review and approve minutes from the June meeting, receive reports from the chair, coordinator, and several committees, discuss old business items such as branded shirts and a student liaison, and consider a new Personal Safety for Women event scheduled for October 27, 2025.

• Approve minutes from the commission's June meeting
• Discuss branded shirts (old business)
• Discuss student liaison (old business)
• Consider Personal Safety for Women event on October 27, 2025 (new business)
• Set next meeting date for October 27, 2025

The commission approved the June 23, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. The plan to produce branded shirts was cancelled. A Personal Safety for Women event was set for October 27, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McFaul Senior Activity Center.

• Approved 6/23/2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Cancelled branded shirts (nixed)
• Scheduled Personal Safety for Women event on Oct 27, 2025 at McFaul Senior Activity Center

Abingdon / Bel Air South / Emmorton CAB

The Community Advisory Board will receive reports from the Sheriff’s Office, Maryland Department of Transportation, the Council President, county staff, and fire safety officials. Council members and a state delegate will provide updates. The meeting includes a guest speaker and a review of community questions.

• Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Report
• Maryland Department of Transportation presentation
• Council President’s update – Susan Sapp
• County Updates – Rob Wagner
• Fire Safety Report – Ron Sollod

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board will meet to discuss Capital Improvement Program (CIP) submissions. The meeting also includes the approval of May 2025 minutes.

• CIP Submissions

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the May 2025 meeting. The board discussed the Master Plan update, small‑area plans, growth issues, recent state legislation, and comprehensive zoning transparency. It decided to invite Parks and Recreation, Harford County Public Schools, the Sheriff’s Office, and Water and Sewer to present at the next meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2025.

• Approved summary of May 2025 PAB meeting
• Decided to invite Parks and Recreation, Harford County Public Schools, Sheriff’s Office, and Water and Sewer to present at next meeting

Board of Ethics

The Harford County Board of Ethics will hold a closed‑session meeting on September 10, 2025. It will approve the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting, consider a motion to close the session under MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13), and discuss two pending ethics complaints, numbered 25-06 and 25-07.

• Approve minutes from July 24, 2025 meeting
• Motion to close session per MD GEN PROVIS § 3-305(b)(13)
• Discussion of Ethics complaint 25-06
• Discussion of Ethics complaint 25-07

The Board deferred approval of the July 24, 2025 minutes and approved a closed‑session motion. In closed session, members unanimously agreed on how to proceed with Complaint 25‑07 and with Complaint 25‑06, and also unanimously agreed on a further action regarding Complaint 25‑06.

• Motion to defer approval of July 24, 2025 minutes – unanimously approved
• Motion to close the meeting – unanimously approved
• Unanimous agreement on how to proceed with Complaint 25‑07
• Unanimous agreement on how to proceed with Complaint 25‑06
• Unanimous agreement on action regarding Complaint 25‑06

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board reviewed updates on staffing, grants, and upcoming events. It discussed a detailed RFP process to contract marketing support and media placement for year 2 of Hello Harford, with Board of Estimates approval slated for September 23. The board also noted the receipt of a $200,000 façade‑improvement grant and a $520,000 federal grant for a Military Installation Readiness Review, both pending further procurement steps.

• RFP to contract marketing support and media placement for Hello Harford year 2; Board of Estimates approval scheduled for Sept 23
• $200,000 E‑FIP grant secured for façade improvements on Edgewood Road and Pulaski Hwy
• $520,000 federal grant awarded for Military Installation Readiness Review; procurement RFP under development
• Harford Mall Phase 2 approval extended to Jan 2027; Phase 3 resubmitted with conditional approval
• Public hearing on Ordinance 846‑25 to allow short‑term rentals in B1, B2, B2A, B3 and M1 zones

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates is meeting to review and approve various procurement items. These include software upgrades, emergency equipment, and infrastructure projects.

• AXON OSP Premium Plan for $993,757.00
• Varonis Software for $753,022.02
• Declaration Run Stream Restoration for $2,227,000.00
• Maintenance of Run Road from Creswell Road for $2,066,800.00
• Wheeled Coach 1170 Ambulance for DES for $392,254.00

The Board of Estimates approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by general consent. It then unanimously approved a series of contracts and change orders, all with two members absent, including a $5,000,000 change order for a pre‑manufactured metal building for the Department of Emergency Services. All other items were also approved unanimously.

• Approved $750,000 Light Construction Services contract for wastewater facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 GPS and mobile monitoring software change order (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000,000 UV CIPP pipe lining contract (unanimous)
• Approved $98,924 purchase of two 2025 Ford F150 PPV crew trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $665,016 purchase of two wheeled coach ambulance boxes (unanimous)
• Approved $240,000 ammunition purchase for the Sheriff’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved $560,237.89 Cisco Security Enterprise Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000,000 change order for emergency services metal building (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The meeting consisted of reports and updates from the Sheriff’s Office, council president, county officials, and delegates. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled, and no votes were recorded.

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Veterans’ Affairs Commission approved the previous meeting minutes by unanimous vote and will post them on the Commission website. No other formal actions were taken; the session consisted of reports, upcoming‑event announcements, and discussion of a proposed Hive communication platform, which was postponed pending further information.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized posting of approved minutes on Commission website

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the Stone View Farm Seasonal Venue site plan. The committee did not vote on the proposal; instead, members provided technical comments and requested additional information from the applicant, including septic system approvals, erosion control plans, and fire access concerns. No approvals or denials were issued.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the July 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded at this meeting. All other agenda items were informational updates.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

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

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

The Administrative Charging Committee reviewed case #25‑020A&B from the Aberdeen Police Department. The committee voted unanimously (4‑0) to exonerate eight allegations and find two allegations unfounded. The agenda and minutes were approved without objection, and the meeting was closed and reopened under statutory authority. The next meeting is set for September 16, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. EST.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes approved (unanimous)
• Closed session approved (unanimous)
• Exonerated eight allegations (4‑0)
• Found two allegations unfounded (4‑0)

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board approved the minutes from the June and July 2025 meetings. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of reports and updates on operations, staffing, finances, and facility issues.

• Approved minutes from June and July meetings

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the June 16 and July 22 meetings. It reviewed three variance requests (cases 6034, 6035, and 6036) for properties in the Agricultural District and took no action on any of them. The next meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2025.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes
• No action taken on variance case 6034 (detached garage at 3331 Dublin Manor Road)
• No action taken on variance case 6035 (addition at 2902 Grier Nursery Road)
• No action taken on variance case 6036 (detached garage at 2501 Lins Drive)

Audit Advisory Board

The board approved the May 27, 2025 meeting notes by email with no changes. Audit plan updates and several audit reports were presented and discussed, but no formal actions were taken on them. The next board meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025.

• Approved prior meeting notes via email (no changes reported)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will meet to receive reports from its employment, legislative, accessibility, and membership committees. The body will discuss ongoing projects including Bike Camp 2025 and law enforcement trainings, as well as new initiatives like Safety Sidekick Night.

• Approval of April 2025 minutes
• Guest presentation by DHCS Community Resource Coordinator Heather Clapper
• Discussion of Pathways to Possibilities Community Conversation
• Planning for Safety Sidekick Night
• Planning for Fall Nature Social Groups

The Commission approved the April meeting minutes with a grammatical correction, after a motion by Ortiz‑Brown and a second by Schwartz. The motion was carried by the members present. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of committee reports and announcements of upcoming events.

• Approved April minutes with grammatical correction (motion carried)

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the June 18 meeting unanimously. It approved four land‑related requests—a boundary line change for the Jordan‑Reeves Family LLC, an equal‑area exchange for the Hutchins family, an access easement for the Wloczewski family’s Lot 8, and a fall‑festival event for Bonita Farms—each with a unanimous vote. The request to relocate the Harkins family child lot was tabled pending an on‑site meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Jordan‑Reeves Family LLC boundary line change (unanimous)
• Approved Hutchins family equal‑area exchange (unanimous)
• Approved Wloczewski family access easement for Lot 8 (unanimous)
• Approved Bonita Farms fall‑festival event (unanimous)
• Tabled Harkins family child‑lot relocation request

Administrative Charging Committee

The Harford County Administrative Charging Committee held a closed session on August 19, 2025 to review case #25‑019 from the Aberdeen Police Department. The committee voted 4‑0 to exonerate Allegation #1 for Use of Force. The session was closed at 6:31 p.m. EST and reopened at 6:42 p.m. EST. No other actions were taken.

• Exonerated Allegation #1 for Use of Force (4-0)
• Closed session approved (5-0)
• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from August 5 meeting approved (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will consider approving contracts for wastewater facilities, vehicle purchases, and road repairs totaling over $8.7 million. The agenda includes items for the Department of Emergency Services, Sheriff's Office, and Public Works.

• Light Construction Services: $750,000 NTE
• Bridge H-0140x Scarboro Rd. replacement: $995,777
• Open-End IDIQ Construction Services: $5,000,000 NTE
• Cisco Security EA: $560,237.89
• Handicap Ramps and Curb Repairs: $139,950

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved a series of contracts, including a $1.25 million Ivanhoe Street construction project, technology renewals, sewer extensions, and emergency‑services equipment, with one member absent for each vote. All items were approved by general consent after motions and seconds by Mr. Siemek and Mr. Vincenti. The meeting minutes were also approved and the session moved to closed session before adjourning.

• Approved VMware vSphere renewal $65,897.78/yr to ePlus Technology (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Dennis Deiaco VOIP support $102,608.00 to Dennis Deiaco (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Cisco VOIP Enterprise Agreement $955,815.25 to Iron Bow Technologies (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Duncannon Road sewer extension $640,777.00 to Allan Myers, Inc. (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Fallston High School court renovations $490,321.25 to ATC Corp. (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved GEOSCADA support $127,315.20 to Schneider Electric Systems USA (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Anita C. Leight stream restoration $668,987.52 to Pay Dirt LLC (unanimous, one absent)
• Approved Ivanhoe Street construction $1,252,439.00 to Gray and Son, Inc. (unanimous, one absent)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members also voted to approve the purchase of Ravens tickets for the Veterans Resource Fair, with funding to be provided by APGFCU. The chair will coordinate the purchase with APGFCU and the county to ensure legality. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Ravens tickets for Veterans Resource Fair

Administrative Charging Committee

The agenda and July 23 minutes were approved without objection. The meeting was closed by unanimous vote. In the closed session, the committee voted 5‑0 to deem Allegation #1 (harassment) unfounded and 5‑0 to deem Allegation #2 (false information) unfounded.

• Agenda approved (carried without objection)
• July 23 minutes approved (carried without objection)
• Closed session approved (carried without objection)
• Allegation #1 harassment found unfounded (5-0)
• Allegation #2 false information found unfounded (5-0)

Board of Ethics

The board approved the June 30, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to hold a closed session under statutory authority was passed unanimously. In the closed session, members unanimously agreed on how to proceed with Complaint 25-02.

• Approved June 30 minutes (unanimous)
• Passed motion to hold closed session (unanimous)
• Unanimously agreed on how to proceed with Complaint 25-02

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The board unanimously voted to table the June meeting minutes, postponing their approval to the next meeting. The Credentia Test Site was approved for use with the next GNA class. The board agreed to combine the November and December meetings into a single meeting on December 11.

• Table June minutes (unanimous)
• Approve Credentia Test Site
• Combine November and December meetings on Dec 11

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee closed the meeting by unanimous vote and then reviewed three Aberdeen Police Department cases. All four members voted to exonerate Allegation 1 of Case 25‑017A and to find the remaining six allegations unfounded. Members were assigned follow‑up tasks, including completing minutes and sending final determination letters.

• Closed session vote carried without objection (unanimous)
• Allegation #1 (Conduct Unbecoming) in Case 25‑017A exonerated (4‑0)
• Allegation #2 (Use of Force/Excessive Force) in Case 25‑017A unfounded (4‑0)
• Allegation #3 (Conducted Electrical Weapons) in Case 25‑017A unfounded (4‑0)
• Allegation #1 (Conducted Electrical Weapons) in Case 25‑017B unfounded (4‑0)
• Allegation #1 (Use of Force/Excessive Force) in Case 25‑017C unfounded (4‑0)
• Allegation #2 (Conducted Electrical Weapons) in Case 25‑017C unfounded (4‑0)
• Assigned Frankie to complete minutes and final determination drafts; all members to review drafts by Thursday; Lance and Frankie to send final determination letters

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council heard a presentation from Public Defender specialist Desmond Perry. A round‑table discussion was held on issues affecting members' offices. The council also talked about motorized bicycles and their impact on local streets. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board reviewed an application (Case No. 6033) to modify a special exception for an addition to a personal‑care boarding home at 1518 Philadelphia Road. The board recorded that no action was taken on the request. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• No action taken on Case No. 6033 modification of special exception (1518 Philadelphia Road)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board formally approved the June 2025 meeting summary. The board heard a presentation on invasive species and received updates from Parks & Recreation, Health, Public Works, and Planning & Zoning. No other actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved June 2025 meeting summary (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved a series of procurement recommendations covering public safety equipment, technology upgrades, and service contracts. Highlights include a $1.22 million email services contract for the Sheriff's Office, a $520,000 Verizon wireless agreement for the county, and a $283,222 change order for the 9‑1‑1 system. All motions were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved $1,220,149.26 email service contract with SHI International (unanimously)
• Approved $520,000 Verizon Wireless county service contract with Cellco Partnership (unanimously)
• Approved $283,222.48 Change Order #6 for Vesta 911 Refresh with Carousel Industries (unanimously)
• Approved $115,683.10 purchase of 300 public order helmets from Public Order Solutions (unanimously)
• Approved $53,342.80 purchase of two Skydio X10 drones from Safeware (unanimously)
• Approved $138,673.94 purchase of three Cisco Catalyst Switches from Iron Bow Technologies (unanimously)
• Approved $115,133.25 website services contract with CivicPlus (unanimously)
• Approved $87,000 per year Specialty Courts Coordinator contract with Chrysanthemoms (unanimously)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee voted 3-0 to exonerate each of the three allegations in case 25-015 and the single allegation in case 25-016. The closed session was authorized unanimously, and the agenda and prior minutes were approved without objection. Follow‑up tasks were assigned to draft final determination letters.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes from 7/1/2025 approved
• Closed session authorized unanimously (3-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #1 in case 25-015 (3-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #2 in case 25-015 (3-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #3 in case 25-015 (3-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #1 in case 25-016 (3-0)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee met on July 2, 2025 to review the Taco Bell project at 1810 Bel Air Road. Members from Planning and Zoning, Public Works, Soil Conservation, and Health presented comments and required conditions for sediment control, stormwater management, demolition permits, and food‑service approval. No vote, formal approval, denial, or postponement was recorded in the minutes. The meeting was then adjourned.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the June 2025 meeting minutes without dissent. Art Benser was nominated and unanimously elected as the new HPC Co‑Chair. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• June 2025 minutes approved unanimously (motion by Art Benser, seconded by Christina Presberry)
• Art Benser elected HPC Co‑Chair unanimously (nominated by Philip McCall, seconded by Christina Presberry)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion by Art Benser, seconded by Christina Presberry)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from 6/24/25. It voted 5‑0 to exonerate each of the three allegations in case 25-015 and the single allegation in case 25-016. The committee did not move to close the meeting, so no closed‑session vote was taken.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from 6/24/25 approved (unanimous)
• Exonerated Allegation #1 of case 25-015 (5-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #2 of case 25-015 (5-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #3 of case 25-015 (5-0)
• Exonerated Allegation #1 of case 25-016 (5-0)
• Closed session not held; no vote taken

Board of Ethics

The Ethics Board approved the minutes from the April 24 meeting without opposition. A motion to enter a closed session to discuss complaints 25-01 and 25-02 passed with all four present members in favor. In the closed session, members unanimously agreed to adopt the draft opinion on Complaint 25-01 and to publish it as written.

• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to close meeting for complaints 25-01 and 25-02 passed (4‑0)
• Unanimously agreed to proceed with draft opinion on Complaint 25-01
• Unanimously agreed to publish the draft opinion on Complaint 25-01

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The board approved the FY 25 proposed budget after a motion by Vice Chair Carol Lienhard, seconded by Jacob Bennett, with a unanimous vote. The board decided to send another letter to the County Executive requesting a replacement for the designee who has missed meetings. The board established May as the start of the re‑application process for members with expiring terms, identifying specific members who must re‑apply.

• Approved FY 25 budget (unanimous vote)
• Sent another letter to County Executive requesting a replacement for the designee
• Set May as the start of the re‑application process for expiring board terms
• Identified Wendell Baxter, Shobita DuBois, Cathy Vincenti, and Andrew Young as needing to re‑apply

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The advisory board unanimously approved the May 15 minutes and the by‑law amendments. Kourtney Cluster was elected chair and Christine Gerhardt named vice chair. The board voted to release $500 to restock food pantries and agreed to send acknowledgment letters to new board applicants. The September meeting was moved to September 25, 2025.

• May 15 minutes approved unanimously (motion by Christine Gerhardt, second CC Phillips)
• By‑law amendments accepted unanimously (motion by Christine Gerhardt, second Alicia Hamilton)
• Kourtney Cluster elected chair of the board (vote by present members)
• Christine Gerhardt selected as vice chair
• $500 released to restock food pantries (motion by Alicia Hamilton, seconded by Christine Gerhardt, all members in favor)
• Board agreed to send acknowledgment letters to new board applicants
• September meeting rescheduled to September 25, 2025
• Kristy Louvado to check by‑laws regarding CQI co‑liaison

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from 6/12/25. Members voted 5‑0 to close the session for case deliberation. In the closed session, each of the three allegations in case #25-014 was voted unfounded by a 5‑0 tally. The committee scheduled its next meeting for 7/1/2025.

• Agenda approved
• Minutes from 6/12/25 approved
• Closed session approved (5-0)
• Allegation #1 (harassment) found unfounded (5-0)
• Allegation #2 (conformance) found unfounded (5-0)
• Allegation #3 (behavior) found unfounded (5-0)
• Future meeting scheduled for 7/1/2025

Commission for Women

The commission approved the June 2025 Annual Report with amendments. Liliana Norkaitis was elected Vice Chair and Diane Sengstacke was elected Secretary by acclamation. Erin Flynn was added as a new commission member. The next meeting was set for September 22.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (no objection)
• Approved June 2025 Annual Report for submission with amendments
• Elected Liliana Norkaitis as Vice Chair by acclamation (no objection)
• Elected Diane Sengstacke as Secretary by acclamation (no objection)
• Added Erin Flynn as a new commission member
• Scheduled informal gathering for July 28 at Das Bierhalle
• Planned self‑defense training; commission to contact McFaul Center for Oct 27
• Set next meeting for Monday September 22

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. No formal actions or votes were recorded beyond the approval; the board received updates on senior programs, funding status, and upcoming initiatives. The next meeting was scheduled for December 16, 2025.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous approval noted)
• Scheduled next meeting for Wednesday, December 16, 2025

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board approved the May 15, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. The board also amended the special‑conditions section of the 2025 County offer ranking. Updates on MALPF, County and Rural Legacy easements were provided, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved May 15 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Made changes to special‑conditions section of 2025 County offer ranking (no vote recorded)

Environmental Advisory Board

The board approved the May 2025 meeting summary as amended. The Board of Estimates approved construction of the Watergate Stream Restoration project. The Environmental Advisory Board expressed support for exploring rooftop solar on warehouses, chicken coops and similar structures. The board also supported using existing impervious surfaces for solar development.

• Approved May 2025 meeting summary (as amended)
• Approved construction of Watergate Stream Restoration
• Supported exploring rooftop solar on warehouses, chicken coops, etc.
• Supported using existing impervious surfaces for solar development

Board of Estimates

The Board approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously approved four procurement contracts: a $138,000 classification and compensation study with Evergreen Solutions; a $77,456 purchase of two 2025 Ford Rangers with Hertrich Fleet Services; a contract up to $293,698.76 for water and sewer cybersecurity consulting with Jacobs Engineering Group; and a $141,889.05 flooring replacement contract with Interface Americas. All approvals were by unanimous consent with two members absent.

• Approved $138,000 Evergreen Solutions classification & compensation study (unanimous)
• Approved $77,456 Hertrich Fleet Services purchase of two 2025 Ford Rangers (unanimous)
• Approved up to $293,698.76 Jacobs Engineering Group water‑sewer cyber‑security consulting (unanimous)
• Approved $141,889.05 Interface Americas flooring replacement for Water and Sewer Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2025 Board of Estimates meeting (unanimous)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting. No action was taken on the special exception application for 302 Dove Court (Case No. 6031) or the variance for a 40‑foot flagpole at 1609 S. Philadelphia Boulevard (Case No. 6032). The next meeting was set for July 22, 2025.

• Approved May 29 minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on Case No. 6031 – Entertainment and Events Center request
• No action taken on Case No. 6032 – 40‑foot flagpole variance request
• Scheduled next meeting for July 22, 2025

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 10 meeting. Members voted unanimously to close the session for case deliberation. In the closed session, each allegation in cases 25‑013A, 25‑013B, and 25‑013C was voted unfounded with a 4‑0 tally.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes approved (unanimous)
• Closed session closed unanimously (4‑0)
• All allegations in cases 25‑013A, 25‑013B, and 25‑013C found unfounded (4‑0 each)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Harford County Commission on Veterans’ Affairs approved the minutes from the previous meeting with a unanimous vote. Ryan Richardson moved to approve, Tom Knapp seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other motions were adopted during the session.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Adequate Public Facilities Advisory Board

The Adequate Public Facilities Advisory Board heard an enrollment update from HCPS Assistant Superintendent Cathy Bendis, a residential permit activity update from Planning & Zoning Chief Alex Rawls, and a fiscal update on dedicated revenues and debt from County Treasurer Robert Sandlass. Council President Patrick Vincenti provided a status report on the Adequate Public Facilities Study. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee met on June 4, 2025 to review the Harlan’s Glance Lot 13 subdivision proposal. Staff from Planning and Zoning, Public Works, Soil Conservation, the Health Department, and the State Highway Administration presented comments and requirements. Public members also asked questions, but the minutes record no approval, denial, vote, or other formal decision on the plan.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the May 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved a $2,500 budget reallocation for the Trials & Triumphs exhibit, moving funds from exhibition materials to specialist hires and advertising. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 budget reallocation for African American Heritage Grant (unanimous)

Board of Electrical Examiners

The Harford County Electrical Board approved the minutes from the February 5 2025 meeting. It graded the licensing exams held on May 21 2025. The board cancelled the July 2 2025 meeting and set the next meeting for August 6 2025. No further business was taken.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Graded May 21, 2025 licensing exams
• Cancelled July 2, 2025 board meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for August 6, 2025

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved ten procurement contracts covering IT equipment, infrastructure, and property leases. The largest award was a $1,182,507.00 contract to IP DataSystems for server refresh hardware. Other approvals included a $789,649.00 Dell vSAN contract, a $937,399.50 road resurfacing contract, a $384,904.12 change order for Woodley Road design, a $300,000 pump parts contract, a $300,000 HVAC maintenance change order, a $189,781.61 cybersecurity backup contract, and a $76,971.72 lease for the EOC Radio Shop. All motions passed unanimously with one member absent, and the meeting adjourned at 1:23 p.m.

• Approved $1,182,507.00 server refresh contract to IP DataSystems (unanimous)
• Approved $789,649.00 Dell vSAN contract to IP DataSystems (unanimous)
• Approved $937,399.50 road resurfacing contract to Grey & Son, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $384,904.12 change order for Woodley Road Extension design to Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP (unanimous)
• Approved up to $300,000 per year pump parts contract to ACCA Industrial LLC, Liberty Processing Equipment, and Pyrz Water Supply (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 per year HVAC maintenance change order to Flotron Contracting and Electrical Automation Services (unanimous)
• Approved $189,781.61 Rubrik cybersecurity contract to ePlus Technology (unanimous)
• Approved $76,971.72 annual lease for EOC Radio Shop to T-2 LLC (unanimous)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. The docket was reviewed and Case No. 6027 (Charlie Katlyn, LLC.) was continued on layover. No action was taken on the variance request for 1274 Courtney Lane, Belcamp. The next meeting is set for June 16, 2025.

• Approved April 22 minutes (unanimous)
• Case No. 6027 continued on layover (no vote recorded)
• No action taken on variance request for 1274 Courtney Lane

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board approved the April 30, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Audit Advisory Board

The Audit Advisory Board approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes via email with no changes. Members received updates on the FY2025 audit plan status and reviewed two audit reports, both of which reported no findings. The board discussed procurement thresholds and the need for an AI use policy, but no formal actions or approvals were made.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes via email (no changes)

Local Management Board

The board approved FY26 funding for three eligible programs totaling $640,263 and established a Housing Stability Fund of $85,050 for families in high‑poverty census tracts. It also modified the FY25 budget, moving $30,000 from board administration to programming. A Case Management Committee was formed and the board agreed to apply for the Maryland Home Visiting Grant if capacity allows.

• Approved FY26 funding for three eligible programs (LASOS, HCAA, The Y‑BASE) – $640,263 total
• Approved Housing Stability Fund ($85,050) for arrears, security deposits, and utilities
• Modified FY25 budget: transferred $30,000 from board administration to programming ($15,000 to HCAA, $15,000 to LASOS)
• Formed Case Management Committee (Louisa Cameron, Melynda Velez, Robin Tomechko, Anne Marie Porretti, Cora Grishkot, Mary Beth Stapleton, Annie Kovach)
• Agreed to apply for the Maryland Home Visiting Grant if capacity permits
• Action: Louisa Cameron to invite United Way back in November 2025 for an update
• Action: Melynda Velez to provide transport‑line update to community schools

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board approved a 4% raise in private‑pay rates, with the motion passing unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the April 25 meeting and postponed the full budget vote until the June meeting. No employee referral bonus program was adopted at this time.

• Approved 4% private‑pay rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved April 25, 2025 minutes (motion passed, all in favor)
• Postponed budget vote to June 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Decided not to implement an employee referral bonus program at this time
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, all in favor)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the Conowingo Property plan for a 5,200‑sq‑ft professional‑services building on parcels 664 and 618. Agency representatives provided comments requiring additional storm‑water, sediment, utility, health, and safety information. The committee noted that a revised site plan, permits, and a Public Works Utility Agreement are required before any approval can be issued. No vote or formal approval was recorded.

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee closed its May 20 meeting and voted on the outcomes of three cases involving the Harford County Sheriff's Office and Police Department. For case #25‑007, the committee found the excessive‑force and conduct‑unbecoming allegations unfounded and sustained the illegal‑search allegation (4‑0 votes). For case #25‑008, the committee sustained the excessive‑force allegation and exonerated the integrity allegation (3‑0 votes). For cases #25‑012A and #25‑012B, the committee sustained one APD allegation and found the remaining four allegations not sustained (4‑0 votes).

• Closed session approved (aye votes from Trinna, Lance, John, Roy; none opposed; Trinna abstained)
• Case #25‑007: Excessive Force allegation Unfounded (4‑0)
• Case #25‑007: Illegal Search allegation Sustained (4‑0)
• Case #25‑007: Conduct Unbecoming allegation Unfounded (4‑0)
• Case #25‑008: Excessive Force allegation Sustained (3‑0)
• Case #25‑008: Integrity allegation Exonerated (3‑0)
• Case #25‑012A: Arrest without Warrant allegation Not Sustained (4‑0)
• Case #25‑012A: Activation and Deactivation allegation Sustained (4‑0)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board approved the April 2025 meeting summary. The Planning & Zoning department reported that the County Council introduced and approved nine amendments to the zoning map. No other substantive decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved April 2025 meeting summary
• Approved nine zoning map amendments

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved six procurement contracts and two change orders, with two members absent for each vote. Awards included $73,287.05 for rescue trailers, $253,959.06 for CyberArk software, up to $275,000 per year for GIS and IT support services, and $565,235 for bridge design and right‑of‑way acquisition. Two change orders increased funding for sewer main and manhole rehabilitation by up to $200,000 per year. All motions passed by unanimous consent.

• Approved $73,287.05 award to Mid-Atlantic Rescue Systems for three rescue trailers (unanimous, two absent)
• Approved $253,959.06 award to IP DataSystems for CyberArk software (unanimous, two absent)
• Approved up to $275,000 per year award to KCI Technologies for GIS and IT support services (unanimous, two absent)
• Approved up to $200,000 per year change order to Pleasants Construction for sewer main rehabilitation (unanimous, two absent)
• Approved up to $200,000 per year change order to Pleasants Construction for manhole and wet‑well rehabilitation (unanimous, two absent)
• Approved $565,235 award to CSX Transportation for Abingdon Road Bridge design review and right‑of‑way acquisition (unanimous, two absent)

Commission for Women

The commission approved the January 2025 minutes without objection. It approved $4,750 in sponsorship awards for 11‑12th grade and younger student winners, also without objection. The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 pm with no objections.

• Approved January 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $4,750 sponsorship awards to student winners (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:02 pm (unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The commission unanimously voted to cancel the June 19, 2025 meeting and to reconvene in September. It also unanimously approved a motion to engage the Board of Education on June 2 to explore a collaboration for a renter‑empowerment community event in the fall. The March 20, 2025 meeting minutes were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Cancel June 19, 2025 meeting and reconvene in September (unanimously approved)
• Approve motion to engage Board of Education on June 2 to explore renter‑empowerment event collaboration (unanimously approved)
• Approve March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously approved)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimously approved)

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the April meeting minutes. It approved raising the residential density cap to $120,000 for full‑value and $60,000 for discounted development rights. It also approved increased bonus‑area incentive pricing and a higher per‑acre cap while keeping the formula multiplier unchanged.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved residential density cap increase to $120,000 full‑value and $60,000 discounted (motion passed)
• Approved bonus area incentive pricing: Area A $3,000, Area B $4,000, Areas C & D $1,000 (motion passed)
• Approved per‑acre cap increase to $7,500 and retained formula multiplier at 25 (motion passed)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The Advisory Board unanimously approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Members elected to keep Andrée Mountain as chair and selected Christine as the new vice‑chair. The mini‑golf fundraiser was placed on hold until September 2025. The June meeting date was changed to June 26, 2025.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Andrée Mountain to continue as board chair
• Selected Christine as vice chair (pending acceptance)
• Mini‑golf fundraiser put on hold until September 2025
• Rescheduled June meeting to June 26, 2025

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the April 2025 meeting. Members agreed to correct misinformation about commercial solar on preserved land if it arises. The board set a summer schedule with no meetings in June, July, or August.

• Approved April 2025 meeting summary
• Agreed to clarify commercial solar siting misinformation on preserved land
• Scheduled no meetings for June, July, and August

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board met on May 14, 2025, to receive reports on workforce training, grant programs, and upcoming community events. No substantive actions or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational updates and a workforce panel discussion. The minutes were approved.

• Minutes approved

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee met on May 7, 2025 to hear a presentation from Richardson Engineering on a combined development for lots 73 and 107. Committee members offered comments on fire access, sediment and erosion control, water and sewer facilities, storm‑water management, highway engineering, and health‑department dust‑control requirements. The Health Department extended its approval of the site plan but noted additional conditions. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the committee identified required permits and conditions for future submittals.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the April 2025 minutes unanimously. It adopted a recommendation urging the U.S. Army to preserve Building 45 at Plum Point, to mothball it, and to complete LiDAR scans, floor‑plan drawings, and high‑resolution photographs; the motion passed with four votes in favor and one abstention. The commission also approved the modified non‑capital grant budget for Hosanna Community House unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Army preserve Building 45 and conduct documentation (4‑0‑1)
• Approved modified Hosanna Community House grant budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It then approved three contracts: a health‑care package for county employees costing up to $9.5 M, furniture for the new Abingdon‑Belcamp fire station for $118,084.48, and an easement payment of $58,490 to the U.S. Army for the Woodley Road Extension. All three contracts were approved unanimously, with one member absent on each vote and one member abstaining on the health‑clinic award.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (general consent)
• Approved award up to $9,500,000 to Marathon Health for employee health clinic (unanimous, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Approved $118,084.48 award to American Design Associates for fire‑station furniture (unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved $58,490 award to U.S. Army Engineer District for Woodley Road easement (unanimous, 1 absent)

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. Denise Carnaggio moved the approval, Jay Ellenby seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The board voted to approve the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting, with no changes. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of reports and community discussion.

• Approved 3/26/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee voted unanimously to close the session and approved the agenda. No votes were taken on cases 25‑007 and 25‑008, and additional information was still pending. For case 25‑011, the committee voted 5‑0 to deem both allegations unfounded. The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025.

• Closed session approved unanimously (5-0)
• Agenda approved
• Case 25-011 allegation of discrimination/harassment/racial profiling found unfounded (5-0)
• Case 25-011 allegation of behavior/conduct/insubordination found unfounded (5-0)

Commission for Women

The commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes without objection. The meeting was then adjourned without objection. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (approved without objection)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:02 pm (approved without objection)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities approved the March 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Mr. Kelly and a second by Ms. Cook. The meeting was then formally adjourned following a motion by Ms. Ortiz‑Brown and a second by Ms. Schwartz. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (motioned by Kelly, seconded by Cook)
• Adjourned meeting (motioned by Ortiz‑Brown, seconded by Schwartz)

Board of Ethics

The Ethics Board voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss confidential matters. In the closed session, members reviewed Complaint 25-01 and reached a unanimous agreement on how to proceed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Closed session motion passed (3-0)
• Unanimous agreement on how to proceed with Complaint 25-01

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board

The Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Board approved the March 27, 2025 minutes, with a motion by Carol Lienhard, seconded by Wendall Baxter, and John Correri, Jr. abstaining. The board set the next meeting for May 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (John Correri, Jr. abstained)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Harford County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council met on April 22, 2025 at the William Paca Conference Room, 220 S. Main St. Members present included Chair Joe Cluster and ten other council members. The meeting featured a conversation about laws passed during the 2025 General Session, a round‑table discussion on members' office issues, and a discussion on courthouse security with the state work group. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 minutes. It voted 4-2 to have People’s Counsel enter Case No. 6028, a variance for a detached garage at 909 Rosemont Drive, Joppa. No action was taken on Case No. 6029, a variance for an addition at 5300 Fawn Grove Road, Pylesville. Case No. 6027 concerning a cannabis dispensary at 2106 Pulaski Highway, Edgewood was continued on layover.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered Case No. 6028 variance for garage (vote 4-2)
• No action taken on Case No. 6029 variance for addition
• Continued Case No. 6027 cannabis dispensary on layover

Board of Estimates

The Board approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting by general consent. It unanimously approved contracts for network switches ($169,015.62), a new roll‑off truck ($273,990.00), water and sewer pump upgrades (up to $400,000 per year), PLC programming software ($55,562.04), on‑call bridge services (up to $1,750,000 per year), and open‑end road repairs (up to $3,000,000 per year). The $10,000,000 Marathon Health partnership award was postponed until the next meeting. Closed‑session minutes were also approved by general consent.

• Approved $169,015.62 network switch contract (unanimous)
• Approved $273,990.00 roll‑off truck purchase (unanimous)
• Approved water & sewer pump change order up to $400,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved $55,562.04 PLC programming software purchase (unanimous)
• Postponed $10,000,000 Marathon Health partnership award (unanimous)
• Approved on‑call bridge services up to $1,750,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved open‑end road repair contract up to $3,000,000 per year (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 25, 2025 meeting (general consent)

Agriculture Land Preservation Advisory Board

The Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board approved the minutes from the December meeting. It then unanimously approved the Morris family’s request for a 2‑acre owner’s lot to allow a new dwelling. The board also approved a Bonita Farms annual farm event, a Newark Farm 2.42‑acre donation to the easement, and a Keyes family boundary revision (approved with one abstention). All approvals were recorded as motions passed by the board.

• Approved Morris family 2‑acre owner’s lot request (unanimous)
• Approved Bonita Farms "Bluegrass and Horses" farm event (unanimous)
• Approved Newark Farm 2.42‑acre donation to easement (unanimous)
• Approved Keyes family boundary revision for child lot (approved, McMillian abstained)
• Approved minutes from December meeting (unanimous)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The advisory board unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 minutes. A request to hold Jim Kuterbach’s seat until September was approved. The board voted 6‑0‑0 to postpone discussion of the putt‑putt golf fundraiser until September. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• March 20 minutes approved unanimously (motion by Alicia Hamilton, second by Kourtney Cluster)
• Seat for Jim Kuterbach held pending medical issues (approval, revisit in September)
• Postpone putt‑putt golf fundraiser discussion until September (vote 6‑0‑0, motion by Alicia, second by Kourtney)

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The advisory board ratified the March 2025 meeting minutes by motion and second, and later moved to adjourn the meeting, both motions carried. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee discussed the 5,000‑sq‑ft retail/trade services building at 310 Nilles Lane. Several agencies—including Emergency Operations, Soil Conservation, Health, and Public Works—identified required revisions, additional studies, permits, and easements before the site plan can be approved. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee closed the meeting by vote and then voted on case #25-010, finding the racial‑profiling allegation unfounded and sustaining the impounding allegation, each by a 4‑0 vote. No vote was taken on cases #25-007 or #25-008; the committee requested additional information for those cases. Follow‑up tasks were assigned to members for minutes, draft reviews, and final determination letters.

• Closed session approved (aye: Trinna, Lance, Jansen, John, Roy; none opposed; Roy abstained)
• Case #25-010 allegation 1 (Racial Profiling) found Unfounded (4‑0)
• Case #25-010 allegation 2 (Confirming Situations for Impounding) sustained (4‑0)
• Requested additional information for case #25-007 (no vote)
• Requested additional information for case #25-008 (no vote)
• Frankie assigned to complete minutes, closed‑session statement, and final‑determination drafts
• All members to review and provide feedback on drafts by Thursday
• Trinna and Frankie to send final determination letters

Environmental Advisory Board

The board received updates on the MS4 storm‑water program, solid‑waste initiatives, parks activities, and upcoming rezoning hearings. No formal motions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Advisory Board

The Planning Advisory Board approved the summary of the March 2025 meeting, adding amendments. The board discussed recent comprehensive zoning hearings, state energy and housing legislation, and the ongoing Master Plan rewrite. They also noted slow progress on agricultural commercial issues and set a plan to discuss the Development Envelope at the next meeting.

• Approved March 2025 meeting summary (with amendments)

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved several contracts, including a $139,193.43 award to Verizon Maryland for utility relocation, a $273,494 award for a new ADA restroom on the Ma & Pa Trail, and up to $1.2 M per year for stormwater facility maintenance. It also approved a $469,900 award for a roundabout at MD 23 and Grafton Shop Road, and a $2 M per year open‑end contract for general public‑works services. The board ratified a lease addendum with the Harford County Radio Control Modelers Club at no cost and approved Solicitation PROC 23‑104. All motions passed by unanimous consent.

• Approved $139,193.43 award to Verizon Maryland LLC for utility relocation (unanimous)
• Approved $273,494 award to The Public Restroom Company for ADA restroom at 400 Williams St (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,200,000 per year for stormwater facilities maintenance to four contractors (unanimous)
• Approved $469,900 award to Maryland State Highway Administration for Grafton Shop Rd roundabout (unanimous)
• Approved up to $2,000,000 per year for open‑end public‑works services to multiple contractors (unanimous)
• Approved First Addendum to lease with Harford County Radio Control Modelers Club (no monetary consideration) (unanimous)
• Approved Solicitation PROC 23‑104 (unanimous)

Edgewood / Joppa / Joppatowne CAB

The Edgewood/Joppa/Joppatowne CAB meeting on April 7, 2025 presented reports on police activity, business support programs, and upcoming infrastructure projects. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the board provided informational updates only.

Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The commission approved the March 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. No other motions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The remainder of the meeting covered event reports, upcoming activities, and ongoing projects.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Development Advisory Committee (DAC)

The Development Advisory Committee reviewed the proposed 6,000‑sq‑ft house of worship at 3461 Churchville Road. Members provided comments requiring revisions to the site plan, sediment and erosion control, stormwater management, health department approvals, and state highway access. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded during the meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 2025 minutes and accepted the Parks & Recreation report as an addendum to the annual report. It also unanimously approved the use of CertainTeed Monogram 5" clapboard lap siding in Colonial White for Fairview AME Church, with a requirement to photographically document any original siding uncovered during removal. Additionally, the commission unanimously approved six Historic Preservation Awards.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Parks & Recreation report as addendum to annual report (unanimous)
• Approved CertainTeed Monogram 5" clapboard lap siding for Fairview AME Church with documentation stipulation (unanimous)
• Approved Preservation Project Award: Aberdeen B&O Train Station Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved Preservationist Honor Award: James E. Chrismer (unanimous)
• Approved Local Government Award: Town of Bel Air (unanimous)
• Approved Education Award: Ma & Pa Engine #6 Statue and Two Historic Markers (unanimous)
• Approved Special Project for Communication Award: Liriodendron Foundation Museum Project (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The Administrative Charging Committee held a closed session and voted on case #25-009A-009C from the Harford County Police Department, finding each of the three social‑media allegations unfounded with a 3‑0 vote. No votes were taken on cases #25-007, #25-008, or #25-010 because requested information had not been received. The agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned.

• Agenda approved (no vote tally provided)
• Closed session motion passed unanimously (4 aye, 0 opposed)
• Case #25-009A-009C: allegations unfounded (3‑0 vote)
• Case #25-007: no vote, additional info requested on 3/25/2025
• Case #25-008: no vote, additional info requested on 3/25/2025
• Case #25-010: no vote, additional info requested on 3/31/2025
• Future virtual meeting scheduled for 4/15/2025 at 6:30 pm EST
• Meeting adjourned at 6:57 pm EST

Local Management Board

The board unanimously approved the January 23, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Barbara Richardson. Volunteers for the FY26 NOFA working group were identified, and Louisa Cameron was tasked with sending meeting invitations for the April 23 working‑group recommendation review and the April 30 board review. Louisa Cameron will also share the dates for the upcoming Results Based Accountability training once confirmed, and Angela Gray will forward sponsorship and vendor forms for the May 16 family wellness event.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 minutes unanimously (motion by Barbara Richardson)
• Identified working‑group volunteers: Barbara Richardson, Angela Gray, Cora Grishkot, Mary Beth Stapleton, Marcy Austin
• Louisa Cameron to send invites for April 23 working‑group recommendation meeting
• Louisa Cameron to send invites for April 30 board review of working‑group recommendations
• Louisa Cameron to share dates for RBA 101 training session once confirmed
• Angela Gray to send sponsorship and vendor forms to Louisa Cameron for May 16 wellness night

Fallston Community Advisory Board

The Fallston Community Advisory Board approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the session. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 2/26/25 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion accepted)

People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board

The People's Counsel Citizens Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on or decided during this session.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Administrative Charging Committee

The agenda was approved. The committee voted unanimously to close the session and then voted 4‑0 to deem Allegation #1 (Use of Force) in case #25‑006 unfounded. No votes were taken on cases #25‑007 or #25‑008; the committee requested additional information for both.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Closed session approved (4-0)
• Allegation #1 (Use of Force) in case #25-006 found Unfounded (4-0)
• Requested additional information for case #25-007
• Requested additional information for case #25-008
• Chair recused from discussion of case #25-008 due to conflict of interest

Board of Estimates

The Harford County Board of Estimates unanimously approved eight procurement contracts, including a $2,250,189 per‑year award for non‑emergency medical transportation services. All motions were approved by general consent with no dissent. The meeting also entered a brief closed session before adjourning.

• Approved mowing and maintenance contract up to $80,000 per year to Classic Lawn & Landscape, Ivy Hill Nursery, and Langrehr Property Services
• Approved HCSO Certes Maintenance contract $57,702.10 to ePlus Technology, Inc.
• Approved non‑emergency medical transportation contract up to $2,250,189 per year to Am‑Van, Inc. (AAA Transport)
• Approved Cityworks software Change Order #6 for $344,253 (total $448,253) to Azteca Systems, LLC
• Approved Lake Serene footbridge replacement $61,186 to R.K. Owings Inc.
• Approved Benelogic benefits‑administration software up to $80,000 per year to Benelogic, LLC
• Approved low‑voltage electrical work contract up to $1,500,000 per year to multiple vendors
• Approved office supplies contract up to $400,000 per year to Staples Contract & Commercial, LLC

Commission for Women

The commission voted to approve the February 2025 meeting minutes without objection. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:00 p.m. by a motion that also passed without objection.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (unanimous, no objection)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (unanimous, no objection)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities approved the February 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted a proclamation for World Autism Day to be presented at the April 15 Harford County Council meeting. The commission voted to cancel the May 19 meeting so members could attend a Magnolia Middle School career event.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (carried)
• Accepted World Autism Day proclamation for April 15 council meeting (carried)
• Canceled May 19 commission meeting to allow attendance at Magnolia Middle School career event (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 pm (carried)

Department of Social Services Advisory Board

The board unanimously approved the revised minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting. The Events & Fundraising Committee's planning and execution strategy was approved by a vote of 7 yes, 0 no, and 1 abstention. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved revised February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Events & Fundraising planning strategy (7-0-1)

Jarrettsville / Norrisville CAB

The advisory board approved the February 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Nicolas Taylor and a second by Peter Vaughan. The board also confirmed adoption of the prior meeting's minutes. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 pm following a motion by Nick Taylor, seconded by Nancy Dance. Thirty‑eight community members were in attendance.

• Approved February 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Nicolas Taylor, seconded by Peter Vaughan)
• Adopted minutes from the previous meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:40 pm (motion by Nick Taylor, seconded by Nancy Dance)

Advisory Board on Aging

The Advisory Board on Aging approved the minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the rebranding of Harford Primary Care and Upper Chesapeake Primary Care to Danny and Gail Jones Primary Care and related service enhancements. The board was informed of upcoming events, including a Caregiver’s Conference on April 26, 2025, and a G.A.I.N. sponsored happy hour on March 25, 2025. Concerns about a potential $8.5 million budget cut to the Senior Care Budget were also raised.

• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes